Today's Luxury Pulse
Luxury brands flood Bangkok’s Siam Paragon and IconSiam malls
Since 2023, more than 40 luxury houses and concept stores have opened in Siam Piwat’s flagship locations, adding over 14,000 sqm of premium retail space. The Row launches its first Thailand and Southeast Asia boutique as the city climbs to fourth globally for new luxury openings.
Mercedes‑Benz Korea Unveils Five Ultra‑Limited Maybach & AMG Models, 82 Units
Mercedes‑Benz Korea announced five ultra‑exclusive Maybach and AMG editions, capping sales at 82 units across the country. Prices range from roughly $74,000 for the CLA 45 S Final Edition to $275,000 for the Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, underscoring a hyper‑niche strategy for Korea’s luxury auto segment.
Mercedes Q1 Sales Down in Tough ‘Transition Year’ for China Business
Mercedes‑Benz reported a 6% drop in global Q1 sales to 419,400 vehicles, driven by a 27% plunge in China. While Europe saw a 7% rise and the United States a 20% increase, the Chinese slump outweighed these gains. The decline...
Last Resort
Chef and hotelier Charlie Palmer debuted Appellation Healdsburg, a new resort north of downtown Napa, in September. The property includes a flagship dining venue, Folia Bar & Kitchen, which showcases Palmer’s farm‑to‑table ethos. A rooftop bar adds a premium nightlife...
The Wolseley Hotels To Debut US Flagship in New York
Minor Hotels is launching the Wolseley Hotels brand in the United States with a flagship property slated to open in 2027. The Wolseley Hotel New York will occupy the landmark 1905 Lambs Club building near Bryant Park, offering 76 guest rooms...
How I Started in Fashion: Radley Creative Director, Fernando Soriano Iglesias
Radley, the quintessentially British handbag label, has appointed Spanish creative director Fernando Soriano Iglesias, whose résumé includes senior roles at luxury houses such as Loewe and Carolina Herrera. After more than a year in the role, Iglesias unveiled an AW25...
Pick Your Forever Watch—No Budget Constraints
One watch for the rest of your life No budget. What’s your pick? #patekphilippe #rolex #audemarspiguet #vacheronconstantin #richardmille
The May 2026 Milan Preview Issue of Wallpaper* Is on Sale Now
Wallpaper* has released its May 2026 Milan preview issue, timed for Milan Design Week and the Salone del Mobile. The edition highlights new Salone initiatives, including the collectible‑focused Salone Raritas and an OMA‑curated contract design section debuting in 2027. It also showcases...
Nicole Kidman Wore Schiaparelli To The ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ New York Premiere
Nicole Kidman arrived at the New York premiere of *Margo’s Got Money Troubles* wearing Schiaparelli’s Fall 2026 black knit gown, a piece highlighted by a scale‑like texture and a striking white central stripe. The look, styled by Jason Bolden and finished...
Credor Unveils Three Novelties Across the Locomotive and Goldfeather Collections
Credor unveiled three new pieces at Watches and Wonders 2026, reviving its iconic Locomotive line with a blue titanium case priced at $13,200. The Goldfeather Urushi, a dress watch featuring Japanese lacquer dial work, is limited to 25 platinum‑case examples...
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I Visit Lake Como Every Year—Here Are the 12 Chic Styles You Need to Blend in With the Locals, Starting...
Travel writer Michelle Tchea shares a curated list of twelve chic clothing items to blend in with Lake Como locals, recommended by hotel director Cristina Zucchi. The guide emphasizes lightweight, breathable fabrics like linen and silk, and includes tailored shorts,...
Sotheby's to Auction Cartier Vintage Watch Collection, Targeting Over $15 Million
Sotheby's announced a three‑city auction of a 300‑piece Cartier vintage watch collection, estimating total proceeds above $15 million. The sale, slated for December in Hong Kong, Geneva and New York, features rare pieces such as a 1987 London Crash yellow‑gold model,...
Boutique Hôtel Lili Opens in Beverly Hills with $325 Rooms, Redefining Affordable Luxury
Hospitality group Palisociety opened Hôtel Lili on April 1, a 44‑room boutique hotel in Beverly Hills with rates starting at $325 per night. The property aims to fill a scarce segment of affordable‑luxury lodging in an area dominated by $1,000‑plus hotels,...
Phoebe Dynevor Wore Louis Vuitton To Netflix’s ‘Thrash’ Miami Screening
British actress Phoebe Dynevor attended Netflix’s pool‑side screening of the thriller series "Thrash" at Miami’s Andaz Beach Hotel, standing out in a black leather Louis Vuitton top and wool skirt. While most guests opted for beachwear, her high‑fashion ensemble highlighted...
Mercedes to Hike Prices Again; Luxury Market Splits with BMW
Mercedes‑Benz India will raise prices of its luxury cars by an additional 2‑4% in Q2 2026, following a 4% hike earlier this year, as freight costs, geopolitical disruptions and a 15‑20% industry cost burden squeeze margins. The move supports its...
Salone Del Mobile Will Feature a Fashion and Design Exhibition Curated by Palomba Serafini Associati, and Other News.
Salone del Mobile Milano 2026 will host “Abito,” a fashion and design exhibition curated by Palomba Serafini Associati that examines women’s evolving societal role. A fragment of Artemisia Gentileschi’s *Mary Magdalene*, missing its head, is set for auction at Vienna’s Dorotheum....
Ginori 1735’s Floral Florenza Dinner
Ginori 1735 unveiled its Florenza porcelain collection, "The Unframed Garden," at an immersive dinner hosted in New York’s Il Buco. The event blended a curated floral installation by Alex Crowder of Field Studies Florals with signature gin‑based cocktails and a seasonal multicourse menu....
Gigi Hadid Fronts New Leather Goods Campaign From Miu Miu
Miu Miu has unveiled a new leather‑goods campaign fronted by supermodel Gigi Hadid, showcasing the brand’s latest accessories ahead of its Spring 2024 collection. The campaign emphasizes the use of sustainably sourced Italian leather and is being rolled out across...
Explora Journeys to Enter Asia-Pacific with 2027 Cruise Itineraries
Explora Journeys, MSC Group’s luxury cruise brand, announced its first Asian itineraries slated for launch in 2027‑2028. The new routes will cover key gateway cities such as Tokyo, Osaka, Shanghai and Ho Chi Minh City, featuring longer port stays and overnight calls....
Luxury Tea Sets Worth Passing Down Through Generations
Luxury tea sets are emerging as both collectible assets and functional heirlooms, with auction results soaring past $230,000 for a Chinese silver‑gilt service and $720,000 for a Meissen porcelain set. The article curates a range of high‑end pieces—from Fortnum’s bone‑china...
India's Natural Diamond Market May Reach Rs 1.5 Lakh Cr by 2030: De Beers Report
De Beers’ 2025 India Diamond Acquisition Study projects the Indian natural‑diamond jewellery market to reach Rs 1.5 lakh crore (about $18 billion) by 2030. The forecast rests on an 11% annual rise in GDP and personal disposable income through the decade. Consumer dynamics are shifting,...
How Gen Z’s Personal Style Obsession Is Changing Fashion
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Tanner Fletcher and Larroudé Debut Whimsical Footwear Collaboration in Wedding Show
Larroudé and Tanner Fletcher unveiled a nine‑style whimsical footwear line at New York Bridal Week’s genderless wedding show. The collection mixes Fletcher’s vintage‑inspired playfulness with Larroudé’s classic silhouettes, featuring blue satin mules, lace‑trimmed heels and dessert‑like platform sandals. Prices span...
Peter Millar Creates Branded Suites for Two Omni Resorts
Peter Millar, the Raleigh‑based apparel brand, has teamed with Omni Hotels & Resorts to launch Peter Millar‑branded suites at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, California, and the Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa in Texas, both opening this month. The suites showcase cashmere blankets, custom plaid pool‑table felt,...
Cheapest Mint-Condition Christopher Ward Bel Canto – $4,500
Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto. The cheapest you’ll find. Sonnerie au Passage — proper proper watchmaking. Minty fresh too. For sale — $4,500AUD. #christopherward #belcanto #titanium #watch #forsale
Can Longtime Car Executive Luca De Meo Kick the House of Gucci Into Gear?
Luca de Meo, the former automotive chief who steered brands like Fiat and Renault, was appointed CEO of Kering in late 2025. Six months into his surprise tenure, he has been seen on the shop floor of Pomellato, a Kering jewelry...
BMW to Unveil 2027 I7 Facelift with Rimac Battery Boost at Auto China
BMW will showcase the 2027 i7 facelift at Auto China in Beijing on April 22, unveiling a new Rimac‑developed battery that lifts WLTP range by roughly 20% and raises fast‑charging power. The partnership underscores a push for higher performance and sustainability...
Hermès Opens First Stand‑Alone Boutique in Beijing’s Sanlitun District
Hermès has opened its first stand‑alone store in Beijing, a five‑story boutique in the Sanlitun district that showcases the brand’s full range of leather, silk, jewelry and home collections. The flagship, designed by RDAI with Mamou‑Mani Architects, integrates Chinese cultural...
Silk‑Linen Sport Coat Marries Tweed Texture with Summer Wearability
dig this silk-linen sport coat from besnard this season. very interesting, irregular texture and slubby flecks that remind me of donegal tweed, but rendered in a form that's wearable for spring/ summer (depending on your regional climate)
Explore New Words Collection & Top Women’s Watch Picks
In this week's newsletter, we spotlight the new Words To Live By collection by Seal & Scribe. Plus, stories on the history of A. Lange & Söhne, trends in jewellery-watches, and a guide to the best women's watches to invest...
China’s “Hermes of Gold” Courts Turbulent World After Dazzling at Home
Laopu, dubbed China’s “Hermes of gold,” posted a 221% revenue jump to $4 billion in 2025 and a market cap of about $14 billion, despite a recent gold‑price dip. The Beijing‑based jeweler now runs 45 stores across 16 Chinese cities plus Singapore...
Gold Doubles, Rolex Rises Only 9% in 2026
Gold prices have roughly doubled in the past year, yet a gold Rolex will only cost you 9% more in 2026. Why? Read my article for Watch Insider to find out how prices are impacting watchmakers. https://t.co/FbEJwqg8w2
Universal Genève Relaunches with Five New Collections, Reviving Swiss Watchmaking Heritage
Universal Genève launched its first new collections in over three decades today, unveiling five lines that reinterpret classic models and introduce three in‑house movements. Backed by Breitling’s parent Partners Group, the revival aims to restore the brand’s haute‑horlogerie status before...
World’s First Lab‑Grown T‑Rex Leather Handbag Debuts in Amsterdam
A collaboration of VML, The Organoid Company and Lab‑Grown Leather Ltd. unveiled the world’s first handbag made from lab‑grown T‑Rex leather at Amsterdam’s Art Zoo Museum on April 2, 2026. Designed by techwear label Enfin Levé, the piece demonstrates a...
Fear of God CEO Exits Label
Fear of God’s chief executive Bastien Daguzan is leaving the Los Angeles‑based luxury streetwear label after less than two years. The company announced it is eliminating the CEO position from its organisational chart, signaling a shift in governance. A source...
The Genesis GV90 Interior Leaks, Revealing Next-Level Luxury and Massive Screens
Genesis is preparing to launch the GV90, its flagship electric SUV, whose interior closely mirrors the brand’s Neolun Concept shown two years ago. The cabin features ultra‑luxe materials like Purple Silk leather and a massive rolling infotainment display that may...
Introducing Ember Orange Tubular Nylon – US‑Only Release
New colour (currently only in our US store) - Ember Orange in our Tubular Nylon weave. BarkAndJack.com
2026 BMW 3-Series Review
BMW’s 2026 3‑Series continues to lead the compact luxury sedan segment by pairing a 2.0‑liter turbo‑four with mild‑hybrid assistance in the 330i and a 3.0‑liter turbo‑six in the M340i. The 330i xDrive hits 60 mph in just over six seconds while...
The New BMW M3 Will Probably Look Like This
BMW is teasing its first fully electric M3, with spy photos revealing a more aggressive, M‑inspired design. The prototype appears to feature a four‑motor, wheel‑by‑wheel drivetrain and a 100‑108 kWh battery capable of delivering over 1,300 hp. Production is expected to start...
EXCLUSIVE: Marc-Antoine Barrois Sets Up Shop in SoHo
Marc‑Antoine Barrois is launching a flagship boutique in SoHo at 120 Wooster Street on April 16, expanding the luxury perfume house beyond its Paris and London locations. The brand reported more than $100 million in revenue last year, giving it the financial footing for U.S....
Audemars Piguet Launches 7,300‑sq‑ft AP House Boutique in Miami Beach
Audemars Piguet opened its first AP House in Miami Beach this March, a 7,300‑sq‑ft space that blends retail with art and community programming. The boutique underscores the brand’s long‑standing cultural ties to the city and signals a broader shift toward...
Green and Glamour: Portugal’s Most Exclusive Golf Resorts
Portugal’s golf tourism is expanding beyond the Algarve, with luxury resorts now flourishing along the Silver Coast, near Lisbon, and in the Eastern Algarve. Iconic properties such as Penha Longa, Monte Rei, and Viceroy Ombria combine championship‑grade courses—often designed by...
Elle Fanning Is a Preppy, Preppy Princess in a Polo and Ballroom Skirt
Elle Fanning stepped out in New York wearing August Barron's "Bedtime Story" collection while promoting Apple TV’s limited series *Margo's Got Money Troubles*. The ensemble combined a creamy yellow polo shirt with a voluminous tulle skirt adorned with oversized bows...
Alaska Airlines Unveils Its First-Ever International Business Class Suites Experience
Alaska Airlines is launching its first International Business Class suites on brand‑new Boeing 787‑9 Dreamliners, slated for a spring debut as the carrier expands long‑haul service to Europe and Asia. The new product features lie‑flat suites with privacy doors, West...
A Celebrity Photographer Built—And Lost—A $29 Million Luxury Watch Empire. Now His Investors Are Calling It Fraud
Dominic Khoo, a former celebrity photographer, built The WatchFund, a luxury‑watch investment vehicle that amassed roughly $29 million in assets. The fund bought high‑end timepieces below retail, resold them at modest discounts, and charged a 5 percent management fee while offering piecemeal...
Fresh Images: Atlanta's Next Condo High-Rise Officially Breaks Ground
Kolter Urban has broken ground on Elyse Buckhead, a 20‑story, 194‑unit luxury condo tower in Atlanta’s Buckhead district. The project is already close to $60 million in presales, with one‑bedroom units priced just under $1 million and a top‑floor penthouse listed at...
Watchmaking Art Transcends Money, Evoking Pure Joy
It's an off catalog ruby Daytona. The only other one I know to exist is on the wrist of Federer's wife. I was honored because this was a perfect thing to wear with my Tiffany $30 million card that I...
Only a Few Hundred Tesla Model S/X Remain.
Only a few hundred Tesla Model S & X cars left in inventory. Order now if you want one.
Reported EPA Leak Claims the Rivian R2 Will Hit 335 Miles on One Charge
Rivian’s upcoming R2 SUV may have eclipsed its own EPA range target, with a leaked EPA report showing a 335‑mile range on 21‑inch wheels, slightly above the 330‑mile figure announced in March. The filing also lists an 86.8 kWh battery, a...
Schiaparelli Begins Harrods Takeover
French couture house Schiaparelli has launched a multi‑area takeover at London’s flagship Harrods, revamping window displays and creating pop‑up installations on the first floor. The activation features the brand’s iconic golden key‑hole motif and promotes a new coffee‑table book, "Anglomaniac,"...
Two Gabled Volumes, One Landscape / BRBB Architects
The Shin‑Dae‑Ri House, completed in 2023, provides an aging couple a quiet retreat in a mountain village of Gangwon Province. Set on a gentle slope, the residence pairs a solid concrete base with two rotated timber gabled volumes, creating distinct...