Today's Luxury Pulse
Luxury brands surge into Bangkok’s premier malls
Luxury houses are expanding across Siam Piwat’s Siam Paragon and IconSiam malls as Bangkok climbs to fourth globally for new luxury openings. Since 2023, more than 40 brands have opened, adding over 14,000 sqm of premium space, with The Row debuting its first Thailand and Southeast Asia boutique.
Pan Am Journeys Launches First Luxury Safari Expedition to Africa
Pan Am Journeys, the heritage travel brand, announced its first luxury expedition to Africa, a multi‑country safari aimed at high‑end travelers. The launch marks the company's entry into the premium adventure‑tourism segment, expanding its portfolio beyond traditional escorted tours.
Sonoma Wine Country Shines with Hotel Healdsburg’s Summer Packages
Hotel Healdsburg, a boutique luxury property in Sonoma’s historic plaza, has rolled out a suite of summer packages designed to showcase the region’s wine, food, and outdoor attractions. Offerings range from a VIP jazz weekend with Branford Marsalis to a Fourth...
We Need To Talk About The Ferrari Luce's Massive Windscreen Wipers
Ferrari’s Luce prototype continues to sport a thin camouflage strip even weeks after its public debut, drawing attention to its most unusual feature: massive, vertically‑resting windshield wipers. The wipers are part of an aggressive aerodynamic package that helped the five‑door...
Eyrie Residence / Schmölzer Architecture
The Eyrie Residence, designed by Schmölzer Architecture, crowns the Murmungee Escarpment in Beechworth, Victoria, delivering uninterrupted views of the Victorian Alps. The home is concealed behind a concrete wall that opens onto a central courtyard framed by low‑profile concrete pavilions....
Leapmotor D99 Detailed: Posh Electric People-Mover Rivals the Zeekr 009 and Lexus LM with Big Range, High-Tech Cabin
Leapmotor unveiled the D99, a premium electric minivan aimed at China’s luxury people‑mover market, positioning it against the Zeekr 009 and Lexus LM. The model will launch next month with both an 800‑volt extended‑range electric (EREV) version—featuring an 80.3 kWh battery,...
How Did Las Vegas Become a World-Class City for Luxury Real Estate? Gavin Ernstone on Decades of Transformation
Las Vegas has evolved from a casino‑centric town into a premier luxury‑real‑estate market, driven by Nevada’s zero‑tax environment, an influx of high‑net‑worth migrants, and the arrival of major sports franchises. Over the past three decades, wealth from California, Washington and...
Ferrari Unveils Luce, Its First Fully Electric Hypercar with 1,050 Hp
Ferrari has introduced the Luce, its first fully electric hypercar, boasting 1,050 horsepower, a 0‑100 km/h sprint in 2.5 seconds, a top speed above 310 km/h and a five‑seat cabin. The model leverages more than 60 new patents and a...
Les Clefs D’Or: Luxury Travel’s Ultimate Differentiator
“the greatest differentiator in the world of luxury travel” Les Clefs d’Or: the elite guild of concierges Our newsletter feature and interview is proving to be extremely popular https://t.co/SJCWNvygOq
Rolls‑Royce Unveils Spectral Series II with 390‑Mile Range and New Bespoke Interiors
Rolls‑Royce announced the Spectre Series II, boosting its flagship electric coupé to a 390‑mile WLTP range, 14% quicker charging and up to 500 kW of power. The update also adds a suite of handcrafted interior materials, underscoring the marque’s push to blend...
The World’s Fanciest Fabric Maker Is Secretly a Sick Hiking Brand
Loro Piana, the century‑old Italian textile house famed for ultra‑luxury wool, has quietly launched a high‑end outdoor collection. The line leverages two proprietary membranes—Storm System for waterproof, wind‑resistant protection and Clima System, a graphene‑infused fabric that moves heat eight times...
Tudor Delivers the Watch We've Been Waiting For
Swiss watchmaker Tudor has launched a new 39 mm version of its Black Bay Chrono, dubbed “Bumblebee” for its bright yellow dial. The slimmer 13.1 mm case addresses complaints that the original 41 mm model was too bulky for many wrists, while retaining...
The Rise of the Designer Mini Dress in Contemporary Luxury Fashion
The designer mini dress has become a cornerstone of contemporary luxury fashion, reflecting a consumer shift toward timeless, versatile, and high‑quality pieces. Brands emphasize quiet luxury—neutral palettes, clean silhouettes, and minimal branding—while using premium fabrics and tailored construction. Its adaptability...
Top Gear Crowns Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric as the Premier Performance E‑SUV
Top Gear has named the Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric the best performance e‑SUV, citing its record‑breaking 1,140 bhp, 0‑62 mph in 2.5 seconds and a suite of luxury tech. The endorsement signals a shift toward high‑performance electric SUVs in the luxury market.
Burberry Teams with Sir Quentin Blake for Whimsical Illustrated Capsule Collection
Burberry announced a collaboration with Sir Quentin Blake, unveiling a whimsical illustrated capsule that spans women’s, men’s, children’s apparel and accessories. The collection, featuring Blake’s signature feather motifs and unreleased drawings, launches alongside the new Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration,...
Hotel Belmar Introduces Artista, a Regenerative Luxury Villa Collection in the Monteverde Cloud Forest
Hotel Belmar in Monteverde, Costa Rica, has launched Artista, a collection of ten regenerative luxury villas set in a car‑free cloud‑forest enclave. The villas, opening June 1, employ FSC‑certified mass timber, low‑impact materials, rainwater harvesting, solar power and passive design to...
Zenith Unveils $75,000 G.F.J. Calibre 135 Double‑Signed with Naoya Hida
Zenith has released a limited‑edition G.F.J. Calibre 135 “Double Signed” watch in partnership with Japanese independent Naoya Hida. Only ten pieces will be produced, each priced at $75,000, featuring a 39mm platinum case, a hand‑engraved silver dial and the historic...
Manish Malhotra Becomes First Indian Designer at Paris Haute Couture Week
Manish Malhotra announced his official debut at Paris Haute Couture Week on July 8, 2026, becoming the first Indian designer to be listed on the event’s official calendar. The milestone highlights the growing global reach of Indian luxury fashion and...
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You Could Buy a Greek Island for Less Than the Cost of the Average U.S. Home—Here’s What You Need to...
Makri, a 243‑acre uninhabited Greek island, is up for auction at a starting price of €247,000 (about $287,700), roughly half the 2026 U.S. median home price of $514,600. The steep discount follows a 2022 listing of €8 million ($9.2 million) and reflects...
BYD and Chopard Unveil One‑Off DENZA Chopard Z9GT Luxury EV at Cannes
Chinese EV maker BYD and Swiss jewellery house Chopard revealed the exclusive DENZA Chopard Z9GT, a one‑off electric hypercar, at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. The vehicle blends a 1,150‑horsepower triple‑motor drivetrain with handcrafted amethyst‑trimmed interiors and bespoke timepieces, signaling...
The PuLi Group Appoints CEO and GM of Shanghai Hotel
The PuLi Group announced Dean Winter as its new chief executive officer and Vittorio Dincao as general manager of The PuLi Shanghai. Winter arrives with over three decades in luxury hospitality, most recently as managing director of Swire Hotels, and...
Jonathan Anderson Unveils Flower‑Filled Dior Couture Debut in Paris
Jonathan Anderson debuted as Dior's new creative director with a flower‑laden haute couture runway in Paris, turning the historic house into a laboratory of ideas. The collection blended silk, feathers and meteorite‑set jewelry, underscoring Anderson's intent to rewrite Dior’s visual...
Victoria Beckham Opens First US Pop-Up Store in Miami
Victoria Beckham launched her first U.S. pop‑up store at Miami’s Bal Harbour Shops, marking the brand’s inaugural location outside London that houses both fashion and beauty offerings. The boutique will operate through September 30, 2026, featuring a curated selection of ready‑to‑wear,...
Barbara Gladstone’s Estate Heads to Sotheby’s With Richard Prince, Jean Prouvé Among Top Lots, and Other News.
Sotheby’s will auction 140 works from the late Barbara Gladstone estate, with estimates ranging from $6.9 million to $10 million, highlighted by Richard Prince’s *Medusa* hood priced up to $1.2 million. The CFDA and Vogue have announced ten designers vying for the 2026...
Jacob Elordi, Kimi Antonelli More Takeover LA for New Mercedes-AMG Car
Mercedes‑AMG unveiled its latest GT 4‑Door Coupe at a high‑octane Los Angeles event, enlisting Hollywood star Jacob Elordi and rising Formula 1 talent Kimi Antonelli as the faces of the launch. The showcase blended street‑style visuals, live music, and on‑track demonstrations...
Siemens to Partner 2026 Autocar Awards
Siemens is back as the official partner of the 2026 Autocar Awards, a collaboration that began last year. The awards, the UK’s longest‑running automotive honors, will culminate with a ceremony in central London on 9 June and winners announced on 10 June...
VisitMalta Prioritises Luxury Leisure in Asia-Pacific
VisitMalta is recalibrating its Asia‑Pacific strategy toward luxury leisure travelers as Middle East conflicts disrupt traditional transit routes and corporate incentive traffic. The board reports strong demand from high‑spending tourists in China, Japan, Malaysia and Thailand, while also welcoming a...
Wild McLaren 675LT Build Features Alligator-Skinned Interior and Packs 1000 Hp
A UK‑based tuner has rebuilt a McLaren 675LT, boosting output from 666 hp to over 1,000 hp. The build adds a full carbon‑fiber body kit, massive rear diffuser and wing, and an alligator‑skin interior that required ten animals. The project consumed more...
How Stellantis Tie-Up Can Protect JLR's Crucial US Business
Stellantis announced a strategic partnership with Jaguar Land Rover to create product and technology synergies focused on the United States, including the possibility of JLR building vehicles in Stellantis' U.S. factories. The deal addresses steep import tariffs—10% on UK‑built cars...
Amaltash House / Design Ni Dukaan
The Amaltash House in Navsari, Gujarat, is a 12,000 ft² G+2 family residence completed in 2024 that blends Vastu principles with modern, climate‑responsive architecture. Designed by Design Ni Dukaan, the home features a 14° solar‑panel roof that shapes a second‑floor lounge, rainwater harvesting,...
Bugatti Unveils 1,600‑HP ‘Le Retour Du Jeune Prince’ Hypercar Inspired by The Little Prince
Bugatti has delivered a one‑off, 1,600‑horsepower hypercar called “Le Retour du Jeune Prince,” commissioned by a longtime collector‑author and built in the Molsheim atelier. The car fuses the narrative of Antoine de Saint‑Exupéry’s The Little Prince with the brand’s final...
Catherine, Princess of Wales Wore Rodarte To The 125th Anniversary Reception For Cancer Research
Catherine, Princess of Wales, attended the 125th‑anniversary reception for Cancer Research UK at St. James’s Palace, wearing a debut Rodarte red midi dress. The event, hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla, highlighted the charity’s long‑standing fight against cancer....
Kara Walker Fronts Loewe’s 180th Anniversary Campaign Nodding to Its Art-Filled Past
Loewe launched a celebratory campaign for its 180th anniversary, unveiling a lion‑motif capsule collection, an anniversary magazine and an animated film. Photographer Talia Chetrit captured the collection with brand ambassadors Julia Garner, Sissy Spacek and artist Kara Walker fronting the...
Orient Express Corinthian, 220‑Metre Sailing Yacht, Spotted Off French Riviera
The 220‑metre Orient Express Corinthian, billed as the world’s largest sailing yacht, was spotted anchored in Villefranche-sur-Mer on May 31 during its maiden Mediterranean cruise. Launched by Accor and LVMH, the three‑masted vessel offers 54 cabins and a crew of...
Max Zara Sterck Debuts Celestial F/W 26‑27 Collection at Milan Fashion Week
Max Zara Sterck presented the "Ritual, Discipline & Body" collection for Fall/Winter 2026‑27 during Milan Fashion Week, introducing a celestial aesthetic that blends spiritual motifs with structured tailoring. The debut marks the designer's first major runway appearance and sets a...
Hamptons Luxury Hotels Revamp: Hedges Inn Unveils Designer Renovation Ahead of Summer
The 12‑room Hedges Inn in East Hampton has reopened after a high‑profile renovation led by AD100 designer David Netto, funded by owners Sarah and Andrew Wetenhall. The upgrade adds bespoke wallpaper, custom furnishings and a refreshed beach‑maximalist aesthetic, positioning the...
Don't Worry: Ferrari Won't Stop Making Gas Cars
Ferrari’s chief executive Benedetto Vigna affirmed the marque will keep producing internal‑combustion cars while adding hybrids and the newly unveiled Luce electric model to its lineup. The Luce boasts four electric motors, 1,050 horsepower and a 0‑62 mph time of 2.5...
Ayo Edebiri Wore Altuzarra To The 2026 Black Women On Broadway Awards
Ayo Edebiri, making her Broadway debut in "Proof," attended the Fifth Annual Black Women on Broadway Awards in New York, wearing a Spring 2026 Altuzarra ensemble. The look featured a sleeveless bird‑print top and voluminous black trousers, praised for its playful...
Heesen Yachts Unveils Project Ananda, First 72‑Metre Smart Custom Superyacht
Heesen Yachts has launched Project Ananda, a 72.3‑metre, 1,750‑gross‑ton superyacht built on a new Smart Custom platform. The vessel combines ultra‑fuel‑efficient steel construction with a health‑focused wellness suite, marking the shipyard’s first speculative build that offers owners a pre‑engineered package...
Paris Haute Couture Week: A July Line-Up of Stalwarts and International Daring
Paris Haute Couture Week returns July 6‑9 with a record 30 houses, up from 28 last season. Iconic houses such as Schiaparelli, Dior, Chanel, Balenciaga and Jean‑Paul Gaultier dominate the schedule, while newcomers like Indian designer Manish Malhotra and Irish label Standing Ground...
Bentley Flying Spur Gets Fresh Look and 671bhp S Variant
Bentley has refreshed the Flying Spur with a twin‑lamp front fascia, bringing its look in line with the Continental GT. The S‑model returns as a plug‑in hybrid, pairing a twin‑turbo 4.0‑L V8 with an electric motor for a combined 671 bhp and 686 lb‑ft...
From Runway to Resort: Luxury Brands as IP-Driven Experiences
Luxury houses are turning their brand IP into immersive hospitality experiences, from hotels and resorts to restaurants and cruises. Brands such as Armani, Gucci, Dior and Prada now operate branded properties that let guests live the brand story. These ventures...
Blancpain Launches $54,300 Diamond‑Encrusted Marilyn Monroe Watch Collection
Swiss watchmaker Blancpain introduced the Ladybird Tribute collection, a seven‑model line of diamond‑covered timepieces inspired by Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday. Each watch features 85 diamonds totaling 1.360 carats and retails for $54,300, underscoring the brand’s strategy to blend heritage with...
The Hottest Reservation on the Amalfi Coast This Summer
Le Sirenuse Mare, the newest beach‑club from the famed Positano hotel, opened in Nerano this May after a five‑year development. The venue adds a 180‑seat restaurant, two jetties, a bar, and a boutique just a five‑minute swim from the iconic...
Zenith Unveils Double‑Signed G.F.J. Calibre 135 Watch with Naoya Hida
Swiss watchmaker Zenith introduced its inaugural Double‑Signed G.F.J. Calibre 135, a limited‑edition piece co‑designed with Japanese independent Naoya Hida. The 39.15mm platinum watch marks a new collaborative direction for the brand’s high‑horology line, underscoring growing demand for cross‑cultural limited editions...
Burberry Teams with Sir Quentin Blake for Playful Capsule Collection
Burberry has announced a limited‑edition capsule with Sir Quentin Blake, featuring reimagined trench coats, silk‑printed tees and cashmere scarves. The collection launches as the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration opens in London, underscoring the brand’s art‑focused strategy.
2027 Audi Q7 Teased Ahead Of Imminent Reveal
Audi is poised to unveil the third‑generation Q7 in the next few days, ending a 12‑year run for the current model. The new SUV will feature “first‑class materials” and retain a third‑row seat, positioning it just below the forthcoming Q9...
Jaeger-LeCoultre and Marc Newson Amplify the Wonder of Time
Jaeger‑LeCoultre unveiled three new timepieces at Milan Design Week, partnering again with industrial designer Marc Newson. The duo introduced two Atmos table clocks—the Designer Calibre 568 and the Hybris Artistica Tellurium Calibre 590—featuring temperature‑driven perpetual movement and astronomical complications. They also launched...
Zenith × Naoya Hida: Sold‑Out Limited Platinum Masterpiece
Awesome collab between Zenith X Naoya Hida Co. One of the best looking Zeniths in a long time. Shame it’s sold out already. SPECS: - 39mm wide - platinum - hand engraved - limited to 10 pieces - GFJ Calibre 135 -...
Milan Airport May Serve Long-Haul Flights—Business Class Only
Milan May Open Its Convenient Airport To Long-Haul Flights — But Only For Business Class Passengers https://t.co/JjDYfXQbmL
Delta Adds Second One Lounge at LAX by 2027
A Second Delta One Lounge Is Opening At LAX In 2027, And That’s A First https://t.co/YqKkrMdKGS