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Giambattista Valli in his atelier, exuding confidence and creative control after reacquiring his fashion brand from Artémis.
The Salon

Giambattista Valli Buys Back His Brand From Artémis

Giambattista Valli, who cancelled his haute couture show in January and skipped Paris Fashion Week in March, has now fully reacquired his eponymous label from Artémis, the Pinault family's investment

Kian Ansari·May 20
Target logo as a ship in a storm, symbolizing the company's mixed financial results with plunging profits despite beating earnings estimates.
The Atelier

Target's Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Profit Plunges

Target's Q1 2026 earnings presented a mixed financial picture: net income plunged 24.

Elin Björklund·May 20
Isha Ambani looking radiant and elegant in a rare Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Autumn/Winter 1996 haute couture quilted ensemble sourced from Tab Vintage.
The Atelier

Isha Ambani Dazzles in Vintage Chanel Couture

Isha Ambani recently appeared in a rare Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Autumn/Winter 1996 haute couture ensemble, a 'Lesage' Quilted outfit sourced from Tab Vintage.

Elin Björklund·May 18
A modern retail property development contrasted with abstract digital code, symbolizing the clash between physical retail and evolving consumer priorities.
The Dispatch

Retail Property Boom Clashes With Shifting Consumer Priorities

California saw 18 retail property deals, each over $100 million, in the second half of 2025 alone, per ICSC .

Kian Ansari·May 18
Exterior view of the new Veronica Beard flagship boutique located at 56 Rue François 1er in Paris's Triangle d'Or.
The Dispatch

Veronica Beard Plans Paris Flagship Boutique

With sales soaring past $350 million, American powerhouse Veronica Beard is making its boldest play yet: a flagship boutique at No.

Kian Ansari·May 18
Two confident men showcasing Brian Atwood and Ron Dorff's 'Fearless Summer' collection of men's swimwear on a sunny beach.
The Salon

Atwood & Dorff Launch 14-Piece 'Fearless Summer' Men's Line

Brian Atwood, the maestro of sky-high stilettos, has taken an unexpected plunge: men's swimwear.

Kian Ansari·May 18
Jung Kook posing confidently in a fashion-forward outfit from his new Calvin Klein CKJK collection, featuring denim and leather.
The Dispatch

Jung Kook Launches New Calvin Klein Collection

The CKJK collection, an estimated 20 pieces of denim and leather, marks BTS star Jung Kook’s first official foray into fashion design with Calvin Klein.

Kian Ansari·May 18
Intricate watch movement with numerous gears and complications, showcasing the pinnacle of mechanical watchmaking artistry and precision.
The Vault

Key Intricate Watch Complications Collectors Need to Know

The Audemars Piguet Code 11:59 Universelle packs nearly two dozen distinct complications into a 42mm case.

Leo Moretti·Jul 17
A glowing barley stalk representing plant-based EGF, symbolizing sustainable luxury skincare innovation.
The Vanity

Plant-Based EGF: An Innovative Luxury Skincare Ingredient for 2026

In Iceland, three scientists bioengineered Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) from barley plants, crafting a potent skincare ingredient free of animal derivatives and extensive land use, reports...

Kian Ansari·Jul 16
Manish Malhotra's exquisite chikankari creations presented on the runway at Paris Haute Couture Week, highlighting Indian craftsmanship.
The Atelier

Manish Malhotra Among Indian Designers at Paris Haute Couture Week

A single chikankari garment, destined for the Fall 2026 Paris Haute Couture runways, can take over a year to complete.

Elin Björklund·Jul 8
Master artisan carefully applying vibrant enamel to a luxury watch dial in a dimly lit, tool-filled workshop with glowing kilns.
The Vault

How Enameling Techniques Work in High Jewelry and Watches

Crafting an immaculate enamel dial requires firing powdered glass at temperatures between 1400 and 1,650 degrees Fahrenheit, a process so delicate that a single misstep can destroy weeks of work.

Leo Moretti·Jun 23
An artfully arranged display of exclusive luxury handbags, reminiscent of museum exhibits, set against a backdrop of modern art installations.
The Salon

What are luxury brand collaborations reshaping culture and fashion?

The Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Artycapucines VII bag commands a staggering value between USD 34,500.

Kian Ansari·Jun 17
Modern tannery with advanced neutralizing agents, showcasing efficiency and a push towards greener, sustainable leather production methods.
The Ledger

Leather Neutralizing Agents Market Surges Amidst Green Production Push

A tannery in Italy recently reported a 20% reduction in processing time for its neutralizing bath by switching to a new generation of polymeric neutralizing agents, highlighting a quiet revolution in

Leo Moretti·Jun 8
How the Calmi Pendant Gives Wellness Jewelry a More Personal Feel
The Accessory

How the Calmi Pendant Gives Wellness Jewelry a More Personal Feel

The Calmi Pendant offers a unique blend of wellness and personal style, integrating acupressure and magnetotherapy into a necklace that feels intimate and purposeful. It provides a focal point at the neckline, making wellness jewelry a closer, more intentional part of your everyday look.

Sponsored by Calmi·Jul 14
Dermatologist examining healthy skin, highlighting the efficacy of scientific skincare ingredients and their impact on fine lines and wrinkles.
The Vanity

How Do Scientific Skincare Ingredients Work for Your Skin?

96.8% of dermatologists recommend retinoids for fine lines and wrinkles, underscoring a rare consensus on a powerful anti-aging ingredient that commands attention in an often-fractured market. This ne

Kian Ansari·Jun 6
An elegant, oversized, unbranded leather tote bag symbolizing the quiet luxury trend in fashion, showcased with sophisticated lighting.
The Accessory

The Oversized Tote Bag Quiet Luxury Movement Is Taking Over 2026 Trends

A plain leather tote, devoid of any visible logo, recently sold out within hours at The Row, despite its $3,000 price tag.

Elin Björklund·Jun 6
A luxury retail store interior with a holographic AI interface displaying personalized recommendations, blending classic elegance with futuristic technology.
The Ledger

AI is Personalizing Luxury Retail Like Never Before

Two-thirds of luxury fashion customers now use AI when they browse online, a 2 percentage point increase from last year.

Leo Moretti·Jun 3
A luxurious boutique interior showcasing high-end handbags with an emphasis on sustainable materials and elegant design.
The Ledger

Global Luxury Handbag Market Nears $90B Amidst Sustainability

The European secondhand luxury goods market, valued at nearly $40 billion in 2025, is projected to more than double to over $83 billion by 2034, according to Market Data Forecast .

Elin Björklund·May 14
A woman in a chic summer outfit holds a luxurious, embellished crochet handbag at an outdoor cafe, showcasing 2026 luxury bag trends.
The Accessory

Luxury Summer Bag Trends for Chic 2026 Outfits

This summer, luxury outfits are defined by crochet bags.

Elin Björklund·Jun 23
Close-up of an intricate mechanical watch movement with gears and springs, set in a luxurious watchmaker's workshop.
The Vault

Enduring Watch Complications That Define Haute Horology

A single Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime, featuring 20 complications including a grande sonnerie and perpetual calendar, can command upwards of $31 million at auction, a price tag that dwarfs many lu

Leo Moretti·Jun 17
A woman joyfully displays a sold-out, fish-shaped luxury clutch on a sunny patio, embodying the playful summer bag trends of 2026.
The Accessory

Luxury Playful Summer Bag Trends for 2026

The Vin 'Fishy' clutch, a luxury item retailing for $625, is currently sold out across most styles.

Elin Björklund·Jun 9
Seven diverse jewelry designers proudly displaying their unique, sparkling creations at the 2026 Couture show in a luxurious atelier setting.
The Atelier

7 New Designers Joining Couture Show in 2026

Seven new jewelry designers, forming 'The Iridescence by Couture' collective, will debut their work at the 2026 Couture show.

Elin Björklund·May 29
An AI-designed haute couture gown displayed on virtual models, symbolizing the intersection of technology and high fashion.
The Runway

AI and virtual couture redefine artistic boundaries

In a stark departure from tradition, Alexis Mabille recently unveiled an entire haute couture collection designed by artificial intelligence and showcased on virtual models, marking a significant mome

Julian Croft·Jul 12
A sophisticated art museum interior showcasing contemporary sculpture, with visitors engaging in a high-culture experience sponsored by a luxury brand.
The Salon

Luxury Brands' Art Curation Strategy Will Define Identity by 2026

Louis Vuitton's Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris attracted over 1.

Julian Croft·Jun 20