Today's Luxury Pulse
Hospitality Embraces ‘Splurge or Stay Home’ Trend, Prioritizing Design and Wellness
Travelers now adopt a ‘splurge or stay home’ mindset, allocating spend only to highly curated, wellness‑focused experiences. Guests demand authentic design, personalized service and transparent pricing, making arrival moments and signature spaces key ROI drivers. Hotels must respond by investing in thoughtful design, premium perks and eliminating low‑value offerings.
This Ford Mustang Dragster Is The Quickest EV In The World
Ford Racing unveiled the Mustang Cobra Jet 2200, an all‑electric drag car that set a new world record with a 6.87‑second quarter‑mile and a 221 mph trap speed. The “2200” designation reflects its 2,200 horsepower output, achieved using only two electric motors instead of the four used in the earlier Cobra Jet 1800. A multi‑speed transmission paired with a centrifugal clutch provides precise torque management during launch, while a driver‑activated safety system can instantly cut power. The record highlights Ford’s rapid progress in high‑performance EV technology.
Myha’la Wore Jacquemus To The 2026 Deadline Contenders Television Event
Actress Myha’la attended the Deadline Contenders Television event this weekend to promote her series Industry, arriving in a Jacquemus Fall 2026 feather‑laden ensemble. The look amplified maximalist texture with plumes, leopard‑print accents, and a sculptural silhouette that echoed her earlier...
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Zoë Kravitz Puts Her 9-Carat Diamond Engagement Ring, Estimated to Cost Up to $500,000, on Display After Harry Styles Proposal...
Zoë Kravitz confirmed her engagement to Harry Styles and showcased a new 6‑9 carat diamond ring in New York City. The solitaire piece, set in platinum, is estimated to be worth between $150,000 and $500,000, depending on the cut. Industry...
Anne Hathaway Wore Michael Kors Collection On Good Morning America
Actress Anne Hathaway appeared on Good Morning America wearing pieces from the Michael Kors Collection, aligning the luxury label with her high‑profile press tour for the upcoming films "The Devil Wears Prada 2" and "Mother Mary." The outfit combined a black turtleneck,...
Emma Corrin’s City Bag Could Be the Move for Boys, Too
Emma Corrin, the nonbinary actor and Miu Miu ambassador, was spotted in Mayfair carrying Balenciaga’s iconic City bag, a silhouette that originated as the 2001 Biker tote. The appearance follows a growing pattern of male celebrities—Timothée Chalamet, A$AP Rocky, Jacob Elordi—embracing traditionally women’s handbags....
The Next Twin-Turbo V8 GT3 Car Is Coming From China
Great Wall Motor announced the development of China’s first home‑grown GT3 racer, dubbed Great Faith, powered by an in‑house 4.0‑liter twin‑turbo V8. The project is led by former McLaren chief engineer Adam Thomson and could hit the track as early...
Illinois' Oldest Hotel Brims With Historic Charm Between Cedar Rapids And Madison
The DeSoto House Hotel, opened in 1855, is Illinois’ oldest continuously operating hotel and sits in the historic town of Galena, midway between Cedar Rapids and Madison. Its 55 Victorian‑style rooms blend period décor with modern amenities, and the property...
Audi Sport's Used Race Car Program Is Apparently Booming These Days
Audi Sport’s Racing Legends program, launched in 2025, refurbishes and sells former competition cars to enthusiasts. The service includes full mechanical restoration, safety checks, and on‑track support for owners. Recent data from Carscoops shows demand has outstripped the workshop’s capacity,...
Venezianico Unveils $1,400 Arsenale Calendario Integrated‑Bracelet Watch
Venezianico introduced the Arsenale Calendario, a 40mm integrated‑bracelet watch with a triple calendar and day/night display, priced at €1,200 ($1,400). The model aims to bring complex horology to a broader luxury audience while retaining Venetian design cues.
Met Gala 2026 Unveils 'Costume Art' Theme, Dress Code and Celebrity Hints
The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced that the 2026 Met Gala on May 4 will revolve around the 'Costume Art' theme and a 'Fashion Is Art' dress code, urging guests to treat clothing as wearable sculpture. Organizers also noted the...
Next-Gen Alfa Romeo Giulia, Stelvio Quadrifoglio May Stick With Ferrari-Derived V-6 Power
Alfa Romeo is developing next‑generation Giulia and Stelvio models that will be offered in both internal‑combustion and fully electric forms, reversing an earlier EV‑only plan. The high‑performance Quadrifoglio versions are expected to retain the Ferrari‑derived 2.9‑liter twin‑turbo V6, now Euro 7‑compliant,...
Hotels Favor Glass Showers Over Guest Privacy
Why Hotels Keep Building Bathrooms With Glass Walls, No Doors — And No Privacy - View from the Wing https://t.co/PlzSZmZ1wx
Must Read: Maria Grazia Chiuri's Debut Fendi Couture Show Will Be in Rome, Ganni CEO Steps Down
Maria Grazia Chiuri will debut her first Fendi haute couture collection in Rome on July 9, marking the brand's third Roman show. Ganni announced the exit of CEO Laura du Rusquec and installed former Tom Dixon chief Hans Hoegstedt as interim...
Alfa Romeo CEO: The 'World Is Not Ready Everywhere' For EVs
Alfa Romeo CEO Santo Ficili said the world isn’t ready everywhere for full electric vehicles, prompting the brand to adopt a mixed‑powertrain strategy. The next‑generation Giulia and Stelvio will be offered with both hybrid and battery‑electric options built on the...
American Express Saw Strong Luxury Spending in Q1, Airline Softness in April
American Express reported a surge in premium‑customer activity during the first quarter, with luxury retail spending climbing 18% and Fine Hotels & Resorts lodging up 50%. Overall airline spend grew 8% for the quarter but dipped in late March and...
Leapmotor Reportedly Plans Second Brand for Higher-End EV Market
Leapmotor, backed by Stellantis, announced plans to launch a new premium brand in 2027 aimed at vehicles priced above 300,000 yuan (about $44,000). The Chinese EV maker posted a net profit of 540 million yuan ($79 million) in 2025 and delivered 596,555...
Madison Realty Capital’s Greenwich Village Project Nabs $45M Signed Contract
Madison Realty Capital’s Greenwich Village development secured a $45 million signed contract for a 6,800‑sq‑ft penthouse at 16 Fifth Avenue, the top‑priced deal in Manhattan’s luxury market for the week of April 20‑26. The sale is one of 34 Manhattan properties priced...
The Best Luxury Hotels in London for World-Class Spas and Fine Dining with a View
London’s luxury hotel landscape is showcasing a blend of historic icons and sleek new builds, each vying for the top spot with world‑class spas, Michelin‑starred dining and panoramic city views. The guide highlights properties such as The Savoy with three...
Chase Infiniti Wore Schiaparelli To The 2026 Deadline Contenders Television Event
Chase Infiniti promoted her new series *The Testaments* at the Deadline Contenders Television event in Los Angeles, stepping out in a double‑breasted, sheer smoky‑brown suit by Daniel Roseberry’s Schiaparelli ready‑to‑wear line. The look, styled by Wayman Bannerman and Micah McDonald, drew criticism for...
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This Luxury Train Journey Was Named the Most Scenic in North America—And It Passes Mountains, Canyons, and Icefields
A study by InsureandGo using eye‑tracking technology named the Rocky Mountaineer the most scenic train journey in North America. The luxury railway runs four routes through the Canadian Rockies, including two‑day trips between Vancouver and Banff or Jasper, showcasing lakes,...
Marriott Elite Jailed After Reporting Wife Threat at Ritz
Bonvoyed: Top Marriott Elite Jailed After Reporting Threat Against His Wife At The Ritz-Carlton [Roundup] - View from the Wing https://t.co/gWaccE2uUh
Wren Diver One Titanium Dusk Brings a New Colourway to the Brand’s Lightweight Diver
Wren has launched the Diver One Titanium Dusk, a new colourway of its lightweight diver watch. The model features a gradient blue‑to‑black dial, grade 5 titanium case and bracelet, and is powered by an ETA 2824 automatic movement. At 41 mm diameter and...
All the Kardashians' & Jenners' Met Gala Looks Through the Years
The Kardashian‑Jenner family has become a Met Gala staple, with Kim, Kendall, Kylie and Kris delivering headline‑making looks each year from 2013 through 2025. Their outfits range from Kim’s 2022 Marilyn Monroe dress to Kylie’s 2023 Off‑White tribute to Virgil Abloh and...
Oceania Cruises Unveils Oceania Aurelia, Luxury Explorer Ship for 2027 Voyages
Oceania Cruises announced the launch of Oceania Aurelia™, a purpose‑built explorer ship slated for a late‑2027 debut. The vessel will host fewer than 500 guests, feature 179 suites, and serve as the flagship for the line’s 2028‑2029 Around‑the‑World itineraries, signaling...
Rolex Unveils Updated Yacht‑Master II with New Calibre 4162 at Watches & Wonders 2026
At Watches & Wonders 2026, Rolex introduced the revamped Yacht‑Master II, equipped with the in‑house Calibre 4162 that runs the countdown counter‑clockwise and eliminates bezel timing. The 44 mm model arrives in Oystersteel and 18k yellow gold, priced at $20,300 and...
Demna Gvasalia Opens Restored Palazzo Gucci in Florence, Ushering New Era for Luxury House
Demna Gvasalia, Gucci’s artistic director, opened the restored Palazzo Gucci in Florence, turning the 14th‑century building into a multi‑layered cultural destination that houses a new boutique, a high‑end restaurant and a café. The launch, staged alongside a Kering investors’ cocktail,...
Do Waiter Services Add Unnecessary Luxury Costs?
If a 2* Michelin meal could magically appear on your dining table, would you prefer that to going somewhere to have a waiter hover at your elbow? How many "relational" jobs are actually a tax on luxury services many would prefer...
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I've Lived in Southern California for 16 Years and This Is My Favorite Small Town—And It's Called 'The City of...
Costa Mesa, California, has embraced the moniker “City of the Arts,” anchored by the Segerstrom Center for the Arts and the newly expanded UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art. The 53,000‑square‑foot museum, designed by Pritzker‑prize architect Thom Mayne,...
The Seafood Celebration You Can’t Miss at Nipotina
Nipotina, Samyukta Nair’s upscale Italian restaurant in Mayfair, is launching a Southern Coast Seafood Feast from May 18 to May 24 as part of its weekly Roots & Regions series. The menu, crafted by Head Chef Somaia Hammad, showcases shareable...
A Watch Test: A Closer Look at the Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph
Glashütte Original’s SeaQ Chronograph proves a mechanical dive watch can marry a flyback chronograph, 300‑meter water resistance, and a big‑date complication without compromise. Powered by the in‑house Caliber 37‑23, the watch offers a 70‑hour power reserve, silicon hairspring and a column‑wheel...
Seabourn Opens Reservations for 49 Luxury Polar Expeditions in 2028‑2029
Seabourn has opened bookings for its 2028‑2029 expedition season, offering 49 departures on its purpose‑built vessels Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit. The program spans voyages from eight to 96 days, visits more than 180 destinations across 29 countries, and features...
Luxury Titans Lead Milan Design Week 2026 with Heritage‑Driven Installations
Louis Vuitton, Loro Piana, Hermès, Dior and other luxury houses dominated Milan Design Week 2026, presenting heritage‑focused installations that highlighted handcraft and material mastery. Highlights included a reissued 1921 Louis Vuitton dressing table and a 1,850‑hour plaid study by Loro...
Emirates Plans Private Bathrooms in First‑Class Suites, Redefining Luxury Travel
Emirates President Tim Clark revealed that the airline is developing en‑suite bathrooms for its first‑class cabins, aiming to elevate the ultra‑luxury experience. The proposal arrives as carriers worldwide invest heavily in premium‑cabin upgrades amid volatile fuel markets.
The Executive Escape: Six of the Best New Luxury Safaris
The article spotlights six newly launched luxury safari properties across Africa in 2026, illustrating a shift toward low‑volume, conservation‑focused travel. Highlights include Tanzania’s Ubuyu in Ruaha, Ritz‑Carlton’s Masai Mara camp, Laba Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Uganda’s Erebero Hills, Botswana’s Sediba Sa...
Why Black Jewellery Is In: Dior and Chaumet Have Stunning Offerings, and It’s Loved by Jennifer Lawrence
Black jewellery is emerging as a dominant luxury trend, with houses like Dior Joaillerie, Chaumet, and Boucheron unveiling collections that feature onyx, black diamonds, and blackened metals. Designers such as Laura Vann, Anabela Chan, and Jessie Thomas highlight the material’s...
OOH Offers Big Return on Investment for Luxury Brands
Out‑of‑home (OOH) advertising delivers a striking 12.8× return on investment for luxury brands—roughly $16 in revenue for every $1 spent—according to Independent Marketing Sciences. Across 24 media channels, luxury’s overall average ROI is 4.7×, making OOH the top‑performing channel. The...
Judge Announces Shortlists for UK Jewellery Awards 2026
I am very pleased to share I am a judge at the UK Jewellery Awards 2026 for Commercial Jewellery Designer of the Year, Creative Jewellery Designer of the Year, and Emerging Jewellery Designer of the Year. See the shortlists here: https://t.co/19WEXDUMfR
AUDI (Not to Be Confused with Audi) Shows E7X Model in Beijing
Audi unveiled the world‑premiere AUDI E7X electric SUV at the Auto China show in Beijing, marking the second production model from the China‑only AUDI brand. The debut coincides with a new strategic agreement between Audi and SAIC to co‑develop a next‑generation...
Moncler, Actor Jamie Dornan Stretch Puffer Into Summer
Moncler has launched a summer‑focused campaign featuring actor Jamie Dornan wearing its signature puffer jackets in warm‑weather settings. The partnership showcases the brand’s push to position its traditionally winter‑centric outerwear as year‑round luxury apparel. The campaign debuted across digital, print...
BMW UK Launches Classic Car Pilot Programme with AM100 Dealers
BMW UK has launched a pilot BMW Classic Partner programme, officially recognising four authorised retailers—Halliwell Jones Wilmslow, Sytner Stevenage, Group 1 Hailsham and Dick Lovett Bristol—as part of its global classic‑car network. The partners will offer heritage expertise, original BMW Classic parts and factory‑approved care standards to...
Asian Private Wealth an Emerging Force in Property Investment
Knight Frank’s Q4 luxury‑residential report shows Hong Kong as the second‑most active market after Dubai, with 81 transactions totaling $1.5 bn. Mainland Chinese buyers dominate, accounting for 72% of sales above $6.4 mn and driving a 52% rise in transaction count year‑over‑year. Sydney...
How to Book the World’s Best Premium Airline Seats Using Points
Travel experts highlight how premium cabin seats can be secured with airline miles, focusing on Singapore Airlines’ A380 Suites, Etihad’s First Class Apartment, and ANA’s The Room Business Class. Singapore’s KrisFlyer Advantage awards require up to 259,500 miles, while Etihad’s Apartment...
How Claude and François-Xavier Lalanne Came to Dominate the Design World
Claude Lalanne shattered a design auction record when a suite of 15 gilt‑bronze mirrors sold for $33.5 million at Sotheby’s, surpassing her husband François‑Xavier Lalanne’s $31.4 million Hippopotame Bar sale. The milestone highlights the ascent of high‑end design objects into blue‑chip territory....
Artem Launches Its New Stellar Azure Loop-Less HydroFlex FKM Strap
Artem has added a new Stellar Azure light‑blue color to its HydroFlex Loop‑Less strap line, offered in 20 mm and 21 mm widths. The strap combines breathable FKM rubber with a sailcloth‑inspired texture and a subtle taper that narrows from the lugs...
Extraordinarily Rare 1999 Bugatti EB112 Sells for Nearly $2 Million at Auction
An exceptionally rare 1999 Bugatti EB112 sold for close to $2 million at a Monaco auction, marking the last of only three examples ever produced. The car logged just 388 km and features a Giugiaro‑designed body, a 6.0 L naturally aspirated V12 delivering...
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech Strengthens Its Commitment to Responsible Hospitality
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech has received the Green Key certification, an internationally recognized eco‑label for sustainable hospitality. The award acknowledges the resort’s comprehensive initiatives, including water‑saving irrigation, elimination of single‑use plastics, and a farm‑to‑table culinary program that sources herbs and...
InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach Unveils a New Chapter
InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach has completed a multi‑million‑dollar renovation, unveiling an ocean‑facing infinity pool, a Club InterContinental lounge with private terrace, and two pickleball courts. The 198‑room property, redesigned by Woods Bagot, now offers sun‑lit suites, a heated year‑round pool deck,...
Cunard Reveals Historic Four Queens Celebration in Liverpool
Cunard announced that on May 16, 2028 all four of its ocean‑liners—Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria and Queen Anne—will converge on Liverpool’s River Mersey, marking the first full‑fleet gathering in the brand’s history. The event coincides with Liverpool’s 20th anniversary as a European Capital of...
This Designer Left Jaguar – and Now Makes Ultra-Luxury Chairs
Ian Callum, the former design director of Jaguar, has entered the ultra‑luxury furniture market with the hand‑crafted CALLUM lounge chair. Produced in his Warwick studio in England’s Midlands, only one or two chairs are assembled each month, with a total...
Next Alfa Romeo Stelvio: Right Car, Wrong Platform?
Alfa Romeo plans a new Stelvio SUV that will be offered with both internal‑combustion and fully electric powertrains, signaling the brand’s push into the premium EV segment. The model will be built on Stellantis’s STLA Large platform, which will be...