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.
EXCLUSIVE: Burberry Shakes Off the Rain, Hits the Beach With New Hunza G Swimwear Collaboration
Burberry has partnered with swimwear label Hunza G to launch a co‑branded swim collection that arrives in stores and online on Monday. The line blends Hunza G’s ultra‑stretch silhouettes with Burberry’s iconic colour palette and check trim, and is packaged in cotton bags featuring a new seahorse logo that reimagines Burberry’s Knight. Both brands highlight shared values of material innovation, craftsmanship, and a love of the elements. The campaign, shot by Ryan McGinley, stars Simone Ashley and showcases the pieces on a beach setting.
EXCLUSIVE: Jodie Chan to Lead U.S. Communications and Marketing at Bottega Veneta
Bottega Veneta has appointed Jodie Chan as vice president of marketing and communications for the Americas, effective immediately. Chan will report to CEO Alejandra Rositto and work alongside global director Emilie Leblanc, overseeing integrated communications, marketing and VIP strategy across the...
EXCLUSIVE: Formula 1 Driver Charles Leclerc Joins L’Oréal Paris
Formula 1 star Charles Leclerc, 28, has been appointed global ambassador for L’Oréal Paris, fronting the Men Expert skin‑care line and the brand’s hair‑care range. The partnership follows L’Oréal’s recent collaboration with fellow driver Carlos Sainz and reflects the company’s push into the...
Pomona House / Hive Architecture
The Pomona House, a 355 m² residence slated for completion in 2026, was designed by Damian Goode to merge seamlessly with its ridgeline site. Set back from the street, the home maximizes privacy while framing expansive Hinterland views from every room....
Style Edit: Cartier Reshapes Its Most Storied Watch Collections
Cartier unveiled its 2024 watch collection, emphasizing shape as a storytelling tool across five models: the limited‑edition Privé Crash skeleton, the Santos with a 0.3 mm gilded obsidian dial, the Baignoire reimagined with a Clou de Paris texture, the avant‑garde Myst...
Tropical Flow / H&P Architects
Tropical Flow, a 1,150 m² residence completed in 2023 in Hanoi’s Dong Anh district, merges traditional Vietnamese bricks and tiles with a contemporary, flow‑driven design. The house serves both living and office functions for multiple generations, featuring diagonal light and air...
Maserati Unveils UltraFino Flying Tourbillon, 100‑Piece Centenary Watch
Maserati celebrated its centenary by launching the UltraFino Flying Tourbillon, a limited‑edition watch of just 100 pieces created with Swiss watchmaker Bianchet. Unveiled at the Watches & Wonders 2026 fair in Geneva, the timepiece translates the brand’s MC Pura sports car...
Canali Launches Hand‑Tailored Nuvola Sneaker in SS26 Collection
Italian luxury menswear house Canali has introduced the Nuvola sneaker, a hand‑tailored shoe priced from $695 that uses stitched construction and hand‑painted details. The launch extends Canali’s SS26 “Nuvola Project” from apparel to footwear, signaling a strategic move into the...
Chase Infiniti Trades Louis Vuitton for Sheer Schiaparelli Tailoring at Deadline Contenders Television
Actress Chase Infiniti swapped her recent Louis Vuitton looks for a sheer brown Schiaparelli ensemble at the Deadline Contenders Television event in Los Angeles. She wore Look 40 from Daniel Roseberry’s spring 2026 ready‑to‑wear collection, featuring a tailored jacket with a...
Is This Scotch Whisky’s Most Exclusive New Experience?
The Dalmore distillery, perched on the Cromarty Firth, has launched an exclusive private‑tour program after its first major overhaul since 1966. Small groups of two to eight can now explore the newly renovated stillhouse, which fuses reclaimed Victorian stone with...
Kate Mara Gives White Lace a ’60s Edge in David Koma at ‘Imperfect Women’ FYC Event
Kate Mara stepped onto Apple TV’s “Imperfect Women” FYC event in a white lace minidress from David Koma’s 2026 resort collection. The look featured a molded‑cup bodice, floral lace detailing, side cut‑outs and a structured flare that gave the garment a ’60s‑inspired...
Amazon's $147 Citizen Eco-Drive Luxury Watch Is the Perfect Mix of 'Accuracy and Style'
Amazon is offering the Citizen Garrison Field Eco‑Drive luxury watch for $147, a 43% drop from its typical $260 price. The 43 mm stainless‑steel case features 100 m water resistance, luminescent markers, and a solar‑charged quartz Eco‑Drive movement that never needs a...
Rihanna Headlines Fenty Beauty Launch in Mumbai with Two Distinct Looks
Rihanna headlined the Fenty Beauty launch in Mumbai on April 24, showcasing two dramatically different outfits—a sleek black Alaïa dress at the after‑party and a gothic‑inspired look earlier in the day. Her appearance, alongside Indian business magnate Isha Ambani, highlighted...
Hilton Launches Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Now Bookable with Honors Points
Hilton has opened Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, the brand's first downtown urban resort in the region, and made it available for booking with Hilton Honors points. The 203‑room property, formerly Embassy Suites, debuted after a full‑scale renovation that adds...
India’s Luxury Hotels Deploy PFOA‑Free Nanotech Coatings to Boost Durability and Sustainability
Zyax Chem’s Vetro Power arm is installing PFOA‑free nanocoatings at marquee hotels such as Taj Lands End, St. Regis and Four Seasons, marking the largest commercial rollout of eco‑friendly surface protection in India’s hospitality sector. The ultra‑thin, breathable layers cut...
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The 17 Most Jaw Dropping Celebrity Engagement Rings, From Jackie O’s Iconic Emerald to Taylor Swift's $1M Rock
Celebrity engagement rings continue to dominate headlines, with designs ranging from Taylor Swift’s 8‑10 carat “Old Mine” cut to Blake Lively’s $2 million 12‑carat pink diamond. The pieces often cost hundreds of thousands to several million dollars, setting style benchmarks that...
We Tried the Best Evening River Dining Cruise in Paris and One Moment Left Us Speechless
Bateaux‑Mouches offers a 2‑hour‑15‑minute evening dinner cruise on the Seine that blends luxury dining with iconic Parisian sights. Guests are greeted with a red‑carpet entrance, a glass of champagne, and window seats that showcase the Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre‑Dame....
The $50K Mercedes that Fits 7 People and Still Parks Like a Sedan
Mercedes‑Benz unveils the 2027 GLB‑Class, a subcompact luxury SUV priced around $50,000 that offers optional third‑row seating for seven. The boxy, G‑Wagon‑inspired design delivers more cargo space than the larger GLC while remaining easy to park. Built on the electric‑first...
VidantaWorld’s New Yacht, Elegant, Has A Pricing Problem
VidantaWorld has launched Elegant, a 216‑guest adults‑only luxury mega‑yacht sailing the Mediterranean. The ship boasts a high crew‑to‑guest ratio and boutique itineraries, but its base fare only covers buffet meals and basic Wi‑Fi, leaving dinner, alcohol, premium Wi‑Fi and many...
Salone and the City: Nic Monisse Wraps up Milan Design Week 2026
Milan Design Week 2026 concluded with a blend of high‑profile product launches, cultural installations, and interdisciplinary events across the Salone del Mobile fairground and the city. Organisers reported that the 2025 edition generated €278 million (≈$306 million), underscoring the week’s economic heft....
Exclusive TRINITY Tours: Luxury Living Between Condo and Mansion
We built TRINITY for people that want more than a condo but less than a mansion - https://t.co/AGK15fkgai This video is an invitation to those who see where this is going and want to be part of what’s next. We’re opening a...
Macron Gifts Pequignet’s “Attitude Imperial” Watch to Japan’s Emperor
During his state visit to Japan, President Emmanuel Macron presented Emperor Naruhito with Pequignet’s limited‑edition “Attitude Imperial” watch. The timepiece, hand‑painted by Philippe Jaeckin‑Lavaux, blends French and Japanese symbols to underscore diplomatic ties and showcases France’s revived watchmaking heritage.
Dior Unveils "Crafting Fashion" Exhibition at Atlanta's SCAD FASH Museum
Dior has opened "Crafting Fashion," a museum‑level exhibition at SCAD FASH Museum in Atlanta, featuring almost 100 haute couture garments and the sketches, muslins, and mood boards that shape them. The show marks Dior’s first solo exhibition in the southeastern...
Serge Blanco Migrates to Shopify Plus, Unifies 50‑Store Retail Network
Serge Blanco, the French premium menswear label, completed a migration to Shopify Plus that links its 50‑plus physical stores with its online shop, delivering a single source of truth for inventory and sales. The move replaces legacy Magento and WShop...
This Gorgeous Chinese Supercar Concept Hits 60 MPH In About Two Seconds
Lynk & Co unveiled its first supercar concept, the GT, at the Beijing Auto Show, marking the brand’s 10th anniversary. The 2+2 grand tourer measures 188.2 inches long, features adaptive aerodynamics and an AI‑based motion‑control system, and claims a 0‑62 mph...
Lemaire Draws Online Controversy in China Over Triggering Braid Design
French fashion house Lemaire sparked online controversy in China after its "Objets Senteur" campaign featured a braid‑styled scent diffuser reminiscent of Qing‑Dynasty hairstyles. The images, shared on Xiaohongshu and TikTok, attracted more than 11,000 likes and prompted accusations of cultural...
Chanel Brings Coco Beach to Shanghai With First Pop-Up
Chanel unveiled its first Coco Beach pop‑up in Shanghai, occupying a three‑story Spanish‑style villa that previously housed a Louis Vuitton store. The immersive space showcases Matthieu Blazy’s summer collection with seaside motifs, exclusive items like a surfboard and miniature bag charm, and a...
The Scarcity Premium of Mumbai's Seaface Lutyens' Delhi
On April 22, 2026, Notandas Realty bought a 6‑BHK sea‑facing heritage bungalow in Juhu, Mumbai for ₹221 crore (≈ $27 million). The property cannot be redeveloped because of heritage restrictions, making its uninterrupted sea view a rare, permanent asset. The sale highlights a...
Identify This Fort Lauderdale Yacht and Its Builder
Yacht Spotting in Fort Lauderdale today. Can anyone name the yacht and builder? 🎥 by @theyachtguy
Interstellar-Inspired Watch Becomes Cherished Travel Companion
Not the real Murph — one day, hopefully. But this Escapement Time homage has been earning its place on my wrist. My son’s favourite film. My travel companion. Time can’t be managed. But it can manage to carry things. #Interstellar #HomageWatch #WOTD...
Thailand Pushes Therapeutic Luxury Tourism with $26 M Conference Revenue Goal
Thailand's Tourism Authority hosted the Amazing Thailand 2026 health and wellness conference on April 23, unveiling the "Thailand Excellence 2026" program and targeting over 929 million baht ($26 million) in revenue. The event underscored the country's $14 billion medical‑tourism sector, which grew 36.4%...
Audemars Piguet Launches Immersive AP Lab in Geneva Until June 28
Audemars Piguet has opened the AP Lab at Pont de la Machine in central Geneva, offering visitors an interactive journey through watchmaking until June 28. The space, unveiled at Watches and Wonders, reflects the brand’s push toward immersive retail concepts...
B Design Denver Rolls Out Italian and German Kitchen Collections for Colorado Mountain Resorts
B Design Denver announced the launch of Italian Composit Cucine and German Nobilia kitchen collections tailored for Colorado's high‑altitude resort communities. The new program adds European‑engineered cabinetry, closets, wallcoverings and stretch‑ceiling systems to serve luxury homes in Vail, Aspen, Telluride,...
Runway Revival: Older Models Dominate Fashion Shows as Age Diversity Soars
Top luxury houses such as Chanel, Bottega Veneta and Tom Ford featured record numbers of models over 40 in the latest fashion weeks, marking the first time every major brand showcased an older face. The move reflects a broader industry...
Will Prada’s Winning Streak Continue?
Bernard Arnault reiterated confidence in LVMH, yet the group posted flat first‑quarter sales and a roughly 15 % share‑price decline, sparking renewed succession concerns. The broader luxury sector is also under pressure, with weak Q1 results from Kering and Hermès deepening worries...
Lamborghini Perfectly Restored This Miura
Lamborghini’s Polo Storico division completed a three‑year restoration of a 1972 Miura SV, returning the iconic supercar to its original factory condition for the model’s 60th anniversary. The project relied on exhaustive archival research, authenticating every component from the centre‑lock...
The Best Spas in New York City Where Traveler Editors Decompress
Condé Nast Traveler has identified the 13 premier spas across New York City, ranging from five‑star hotel sanctuaries to boutique wellness labs. The list showcases a mix of classic traditions—Roman‑style baths and Japanese shiatsu—and cutting‑edge biohacking services such as IV drips and hyperbaric chambers....
Spend Your Tax Return on a Backhoe-Engined Land Rover Defender
Diesel Pump UK is selling a Land Rover Defender that has been fitted with a 4.4‑liter JCB backhoe diesel engine. The swap boosts output to 145 horsepower and 413 pound‑feet of torque while promising a 10,000‑hour service life, far exceeding...
Inside the Renovated Delano Hotel in Miami Beach
The historic Delano hotel in Miami Beach has reopened after a comprehensive renovation timed for the 2026 World Cup. Designed by Elastic Architects with Ennismore, the property blends minimalist, organic furnishings with restored Art Deco elements such as octagonal columns...
Sanlorenzo Unveils 74Steel Virtuosity Superyacht, a New Benchmark in Luxury Naval Design
Sanlorenzo has launched the 74Steel Virtuosity superyacht, the second hull in its 74Steel series, featuring a living Ficus tree that spans two decks, a submerged aquarium carved into the hull, and an 18‑meter Ocean Resort. The vessel marks a decisive...
Stéphane Rolland Turns Barcelona Bridal Night Into Multidisciplinary Spectacle
French couturier Stéphane Rolland debuted at the 10th Barcelona Bridal Night, unveiling 80 bridal looks and a student‑crafted collection while integrating live orchestral music and poetry. The multidisciplinary gala signals a new direction for bridal fashion on the international stage.
Porsche Sells Bugatti Rimac Stake to HOF‑BlueFive Consortium in $1B‑plus Deal
Porsche agreed to sell its 45% share in Bugatti Rimac and its 20.6% holding in Rimac Group to a consortium led by New York‑based HOF Capital, with Abu Dhabi‑based BlueFive Capital as the largest investor. Valuations suggest the transaction exceeds...
For Sale: A Contemporary Wyoming Ranch that Makes the Most of Its Spectacular Rural Setting
The Wapiti Retreat, a contemporary 7,587‑sq‑ft ranch home on 36 acres of the Bar B Bar Ranch, is listed for $37.5 million through Sotheby’s International Realty. Located ten minutes from Jackson Hole and the edge of Grand Teton National Park, the...
Muh Shoou’s Latest Hotel Is a Sanctuary for City Dwellers
Muh Shoou has opened its second boutique hotel, the 65‑key Zhujing property, an hour’s drive from downtown Shanghai in the Jinshan district. Designed by the Group of Architects, each room features a private garden and the layout draws on classical...
Xiaomi's Premium Push Targets Volume Cars, Not German Brands
“The rite of passage to enter the premium market is extremely long,” said Schmidt’s founder, Matthias Schmidt. “Xiaomi can still be a success in Europe, but more likely at the expense of volume carmakers rather than German premiums.” Kinda greatly ignores...
The Green Courtyard House
The Green Courtyard House is a 450 m² residential project completed in 2025 on the outskirts of Vilnius. The design reshapes the existing slope, carving an inner courtyard that serves as a light well and frames lake views. Two volumes echo...
Dua Lipa's Wedding Venue Will Allegedly Be This Dreamy Sicily Hotel
Pop star Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are reportedly planning their wedding at Villa Igiea, a Rocco Forte luxury hotel in Palermo, Sicily. The historic property, once owned by the Florio dynasty, has been transformed into a five‑star resort with sea‑view suites...
In Hannes Peer’s New Furniture for SEM, Wood Holds More than Surface Value
Architect Hannes Peer unveiled SEM’s new ‘Core’ collection, an eight‑piece line of monolithic furniture crafted from solid mahogany, rosewood and cherry. Inspired by Louise Nevelson’s stacked wooden sculptures and mid‑century designers, each piece features abstract, carved façades that blend simple forms...
Choosing Between Black or Burgundy Alden 684
Harnessing the power of the timeline here: which Alden 684 should I get: black or color 8 (burgundy) ? https://t.co/kKOvkS22jx
Expensive Loafers Spark Street Curiosity
Wore $900 loafers and someone on the street asked l where I got em https://t.co/jhZX0V5KfS