Today's Luxury Pulse
Luxury brands expand across Siam Piwat’s flagship malls
More than 40 luxury houses and concept stores have opened since 2023, adding over 14,000 sqm of premium retail space at Siam Paragon and IconSiam as Bangkok climbs to fourth place globally for new luxury openings.
Lucid Gravity SUV Wins 2026 World Luxury Car of the Year
Lucid Group announced that its Gravity SUV has been named the 2026 World Luxury Car of the Year by the World Car Awards. The accolade, decided by more than 100 automotive journalists, marks Lucid’s second win in the category after the Air sedan in 2023 and signals growing acceptance of electric luxury SUVs.
Checking in with the Worn & Wound Community: Our Core Values and Commitments
Worn & Wound has published a refreshed set of core values centered on human dignity, diverse voices, freedom of expression, and proactive responsibility. The outlet announced concrete actions, including a $5,000 donation to the Minnesota Freedom Fund and the ACLU,...
The Sky’s Greatest Dragon: Drake’s Luxurious 30-Year Old Boeing 767 Returns To The Skies
Canadian rapper Drake’s customized Boeing 767‑200, dubbed “Air Drake,” has returned to active flight after a multi‑month interior overhaul that began in May 2025. The 30‑year‑old wide‑body, originally delivered in 1996, underwent a near‑complete cabin redesign, adding ultra‑luxury suites and advanced materials while...
First Look at New York City’s Tallest Luxury Residential Tower on Iconic Fifth Avenue
New York City’s skyline will gain its tallest luxury residential tower at 262 Fifth Avenue, a 860‑foot, 52‑story development by Five Points Development Group. Designed by Meganom with interiors by Norm Architects, the building offers 26 full‑floor and duplex residences...
Kendall Jenner’s Business Look Includes Blue Jeans & a New-and-Improved It Bag
Kendall Jenner was spotted in Beverly Hills carrying Chanel’s new burgundy flap bag from the spring 2026 collection, a redesign by creative director Matthieu Blazy. The updated piece swaps textured quilting for smooth napa leather and adopts a roomier, slouchier...
Ayrton Senna’s Very First Formula 1 Car Could Soon Be Yours
Ayrton Senna’s debut Formula 1 machine, the Toleman TG183B chassis #05, is slated for sale at RM Sotheby’s Monaco auction. The 1983‑built car, equipped with a Hart 1.5‑liter turbo that can produce roughly 800 hp in qualifying trim, has been restored with a rebuilt gearbox...
Are Bentley Buyers Ready For EV SUV? 8 Out of 10 Say Yes
Bentley is developing a smaller, boxy electric SUV positioned beneath the Bentayga, and early market testing shows strong interest, with eight out of ten respondents indicating they would buy it. CEO Mike Rocco emphasized the model will be marketed as...
Dusit Le Palais Tu Hoa Hotel / Baumschlager Eberle Architekten
The Dusit Le Palais Tu Hoa Hotel, slated for 2025, will span 14,152 m² in Hanoi’s Tay Ho district, bridging the city’s tranquil residential core with its fast‑growing northern quarters. Designed by Baumschlager Eberle Architekten under lead architect Dat Cung, the project reinterprets the traditional Vietnamese...
Sofitel London St James Completes Suite Renovation by Pierre-Yves Rochon
Sofitel London St James has finished a multi‑phase overhaul of its six signature suites, unveiling the new Suite 70 and the Opera Suite. The redesign was executed by Paris‑based interior‑architecture studio Pierre‑Yves Rochon, featuring bespoke furniture, custom textiles, and curated 1970s‑inspired art....
The Car Coat Is the Transitional Outerwear Trend of the Season
The car coat has re‑emerged as this season’s go‑to transitional outerwear, offering a mid‑thigh length that blends heritage utility with modern style. Originating in the early 1900s as a driver’s garment, its clean A‑line silhouette now competes with the trench...
2027 Audi A6
Audi’s 2027 A6 carries over the 2026 redesign, offering a refined luxury sedan without major visual changes. All variants are powered by a 362‑horsepower turbocharged 3.0‑liter V6 paired with a seven‑speed dual‑clutch transmission and standard all‑wheel drive. Pricing starts around...
New Private Golf and Lifestyle Club Stableford Announces L.A. Flagship
Stableford, a new private golf and lifestyle brand, announced its Los Angeles flagship in Sawtelle. The 13,000‑square‑foot clubhouse at 2055 South Barrington Avenue will host eight simulator lounges, putting greens, wellness therapy suites, a café and cocktail lounge. Construction is underway with an opening...
Angelina Jolie Steps Out For Tom Ford Shanghai Event
Angelina Jolie attended Tom Ford's Shanghai showcase, hosted by creative director Haider Ackermann, wearing a striking white satin dress. The look featured a bold red lip that underscores her role as the face of Tom Ford Beauty, a partnership announced...
Patek Philippe Acquires Beyer Chronometrie to Open Zurich Flagship Salon
Patek Philippe announced the acquisition of the historic Beyer Chronometrie workshop in Zurich, paving the way for a new flagship salon. The move strengthens the watchmaker’s foothold in Switzerland and aligns with its heritage‑focused expansion plan.
Manhattan Housing Slump Deepens in Q1, Luxury Demand Stands Out
Manhattan’s residential market showed resilience in Q1 2026 despite harsh winter storms, weaker sentiment and a sharp contraction in new listings. Total sales slipped 3.2% year‑over‑year to 2,279 units, while signed contracts fell 6.7%. Inventory declined 5.4% and new listings...
Maison Margiela Debuts Heel‑Less Shoes at Shanghai Shipping‑Container Runway
Creative director Glenn Martens presented Maison Margiela’s Fall 2026 collection in a repurposed shipping container at Shanghai Fashion Week, unveiling a series of heel‑less shoes and cut‑out boots. The daring designs, described as “floating” and “gravity‑defying,” underscore the brand’s commitment...
Meryl Streep Hides a Cerulean Sweater Under Her Leopard Top Coat
Meryl Streep appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert wearing a dramatic Givenchy leopard coat, complete with an oversized pussy‑bow and billowing sleeves. Beneath the animal‑print top she revealed a cerulean cable‑knit sweater from J.Crew, a clear homage to...
Cadillac Fans, It's Time to Hurry: You Reportedly Have Until April 20 to Order a CT4-V Blackwing
Cadillac’s CT4‑V Blackwing, the brand’s most potent compact sedan, must be ordered by the third week of April 2024 as the entire CT4 lineup’s order books close. The Blackwing packs a twin‑turbo 3.6‑liter V‑6 delivering 472 hp and 445 lb‑ft, with an...
Mad Ford GT Is the Fastest Pure-Petrol Car at the Nurburgring
Ford’s track‑only GT Mk IV set a new pure‑petrol lap record at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, completing the 12.9‑mile circuit in 6 minutes 15.977 seconds. The time makes the GT the third‑fastest car overall, trailing only the electric Volkswagen ID.R and the Porsche...
Now Open: 1 Hotel Tokyo–A Nature-Infused Urban Sanctuary
1 Hotel Tokyo, the first 1 Hotels property in Japan, opened in the Akasaka Trust Tower offering 211 rooms and panoramic city views. The luxury resort showcases biophilic design, reclaimed materials, and extensive greenery, reflecting both the brand’s nature‑led ethos...
Maria Laura Neves Appointed Editor in Chief of Vogue Brasil
Maria Laura Neves has been appointed the permanent editor‑in‑chief of Vogue Brasil, a role she has held on an interim basis since February following Paula Merlo’s departure. Neves joined Vogue Brasil in 2021 as deputy editor after a tenure as...
Design Doha Biennial Postponed "in Light of the Evolving Situation in the Region"
The Design Doha Biennial, Qatar Museums' flagship design exhibition, has been postponed from its original April‑June window to November 5‑December 31, 2026. The shift follows escalating missile and drone attacks linked to the Iran‑Israel‑US conflict, which have directly threatened Qatari infrastructure. Organisers...
Genesis' Sporty Luxury Wagon Concept Invokes Instant Stank Face
Genesis unveiled the G90 Wingback concept, a shooting‑brake version of its flagship sedan, at the 2026 New York International Auto Show. The model retains the G90’s 126‑inch wheelbase but adds a stretched roofline, 22‑inch wheels and dual rear spoilers for...
Max Mara-Owned Marella to Open London Store
Italian label Marella, owned by Max Mara Fashion Group, opened its first United Kingdom boutique at 8 Marylebone High Street, a 1,410 sq ft flagship featuring the brand’s complete womenswear, footwear and accessories range. The store incorporates digital touchpoints and a minimalist lighting...
Didi Rose Jewelry: A Handmade Jewelry Brand Creating Modern Day Heirlooms
Didi Rose Jewelry, founded by Nigerian‑American designer Benedicta Awere‑Malik in Buford, Georgia, blends personal heritage with modern design to create handcrafted pieces marketed as "modern day heirlooms." The brand evolved from early experiments with wire and palm oil to a...
SSR Performance Teases Project Leo: The Ultimate Track Porsche 911
SSR Performance unveiled a teaser for Project Leo, its first ground‑up Porsche 911 GT3 RS track car. Developed over two years, the model features a bespoke gearbox, custom cooling, a unique body kit and high‑downforce package. While engine specifics remain...
Nissan’s Next GT-R Will Be a Hybrid, Keep the VR38 Block, and Arrive by 2030
Nissan confirmed that the next‑generation GT‑R, dubbed the R36, will debut as a hybrid while retaining the iconic VR38 V6 engine block. The model will sit on an all‑new chassis and is targeted for a 2030 launch, with concrete announcements...
10 Hotels in Barbados to Build a Caribbean Escape Around (2026)
Condé Nast Traveler’s latest guide spotlights Barbados’ most compelling hotels, ranging from ultra‑luxury estates like Sandy Lane to family‑focused resorts such as The Sandpiper and boutique wellness retreats like The House. The list highlights each property’s distinctive amenities—golf courses, spa rituals, heritage...
Does Artemis II Prove Space Tourism Might Soon Take Off?
Artemis II’s April 1 launch delivered the first crewed lunar flyby since Apollo, underscoring NASA’s push for a 2028 Moon landing. SpaceX has filed confidentially for an IPO that could value the company above $1 trillion, the largest market debut ever. Virgin Galactic...
Nick Candy Sells Chelsea Home for Record £270m
British property billionaire Nick Candy has sold his Grade II‑listed Chelsea mansion for about £270 million (≈ $345 million), one of the most expensive UK home sales ever. The property, featuring a pool and a small lake, attracted multiple offers without formal marketing,...
Scott Miller Launches Ensemble Hospitality Design Studio
Scott Miller, former global director at AvroKO and North America director for 1508, has founded Ensemble, a hospitality design and strategy studio that blends guest‑experience insight with operational expertise. The firm offers end‑to‑end services for luxury hotels, restaurants and wellness...
Ford GT Mk IV May Have Set a New Nurburgring Lap Record
Ford’s latest GT Mk IV was photographed at the Nürburgring with a reported 6:15 lap time, sparking speculation of a new lap‑record. The limited‑edition track car produces roughly 800 hp from a twin‑turbo EcoBoost engine and is built for high‑speed circuit performance....
Jaguar Unveils Electric Grand Tourer with 1,000+ PS, Shifting Luxury EV Strategy
Jaguar announced its upcoming all‑electric four‑door grand tourer, slated for a September 2026 launch, featuring a tri‑motor system that produces more than 1,000 PS and 1,300 Nm of torque. The model blends classic Jaguar proportions with cutting‑edge propulsion, underscoring the...
Feng Chen Wang Wins Visionary of the Year at New Wave Awards
Feng Chen Wang captured the Visionary of the Year prize at the inaugural New Wave Fashion Awards in Shanghai, an event sponsored by Dior and Moncler. The win highlights the growing influence of Chinese designers on the world stage and...
Forged From a 1918 WWI Fighter Plane: Why Sopwith’s $8,500 Nieuport 28 Is the Ultimate 'Engine' Watch
Sopwith Watch Company has launched the Nieuport 28 Limited‑Edition GMT, a luxury timepiece whose case is forged from steel recovered from a 1918 Gnome rotary engine that powered an American WWI fighter. Only 98 units will be produced, each priced...
Vestige Collection Unveils Binidufà
Vestige Collection has opened Binidufà, the second boutique hotel on its 800‑hectare private estate in Menorca’s untouched north. The 18th‑century property has been meticulously restored using traditional techniques and locally sourced materials. Its plant‑forward restaurant, Mesura, showcases island vegetables while...
The World’s Most Luxurious Hotels Are All Headed Someplace New—The Open Seas
Luxury hotel giants are moving onto the high seas, turning their brand prestige into floating resorts. Ritz‑Carlton has rolled out three yachts since 2022, while Four Seasons I, launching in March 2026, will feature 95 suites and a 1:1 staff...
Horological Americana: A History of Hamilton Watch Company
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is the historic heart of Hamilton Watch Company, which began in 1892 through a merger of local firms and grew into an American watchmaking icon. The brand’s U.S. production ended in 1969, after which operations moved to Switzerland,...
Kylie Jenner Revives Timeless Bomber Jacket With $2K Phoebe Philo
Kylie Jenner appeared on Kid Cudi’s podcast wearing a khaki bomber jacket designed by Phoebe Philo, priced at roughly $2,000. The minimalist ensemble paired the bomber with a baby tee, stovepipe denim and pointed black heels, highlighting a relaxed yet curated...
George Riley Unpacks Her Favourite Travel Spots for RIMOWA
British musician George Riley, fresh from touring and her September album *More Is More*, has teamed up with premium German luggage maker RIMOWA. The partnership showcases Riley’s favorite European travel spots through a six‑image gallery that blends music‑tour life with...
Maldives to Host World Travel Awards Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026
The World Travel Awards announced that the Maldives will host the Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony on 27 September 2026, coinciding with World Tourism Day. The event marks the return of the Indian Ocean leg of the WTA Grand Tour, last...
Nepal Rolls Out $12,000 “Summit+” Permit Tier for 2026 Everest Season
The Nepalese Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation announced a new Summit+ permit tier for the 2026 Everest season, charging an additional $12,000 over the standard $15,000 fee. The premium pass grants priority access, exclusive equipment, and a fast‑track...
Vacheron Constantin Opens Largest U.S. Flagship in Miami Design District
Vacheron Constantin unveiled a two‑story, 14,000‑square‑foot flagship at 14th NE 40th Street in Miami’s Design District, the brand’s largest retail space in the Americas. The opening underscores a shift toward deeper, monobrand experiences in a market that has become a...
Hand‑Wound Chronographs: Which High‑End Watch Reigns Supreme?
Hand wound chronographs. Proper high end technical watchmaking. Which one reigns supreme for you? #alangesohne #patekphilippe #vacheronconstantin #omega #chronograph
Delta One Lounge Drinks Cost Extra; Amex May Miscount
Pay Extra For A Drink At Delta One Lounge JFK — And Amex May Not Count It Right [Roundup] - View from the Wing https://t.co/dzebZhpoFO
Ice Spice Goes Fully Sheer in Daring Valentino Lace Bodysuit & Tights
Rapper Ice Spice appears in Valentino’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection for the “N*KED” music video, wearing a fully sheer lace bodysuit, matching tights, and a fur‑trimmed jacket. The ensemble includes a chunky diamond necklace and sculptural white heels that echo the...
In a Secluded Milanese Piazza, Flexform Will Showcase “The Private Lives of Objects”
From April 21‑26, Flexform will stage a two‑part exhibition at Milan Design Week titled “The Private Lives of Objects.” The brand will showcase its new outdoor collection in the historic Chiostro Sant’Angelo piazza and a complementary indoor range at its nearby...
The RealReal Combats AI Fakes in ‘I Am Real’
The RealReal has launched an AI‑generated short film called “I Am Real,” created with advertising agency Team One and director Sebastian Strasser, to spotlight the platform’s authentication guarantee. The film deliberately inserts visual glitches that reveal the limits of generative video tools, ending with...
Hyundai Earth, Venus Concepts to Showcase Future of Ioniq Cars
Hyundai has unveiled two new concept vehicles, Earth and Venus, to preview the next generation of its Ioniq electric lineup. Both models abandon the brand’s recent "pixel" lighting signature in favor of sharp triangular motifs and more aerodynamic profiles. The...
Audi's Five-Cylinder Engine Will Live On Outside Europe
Audi announced it will cease production of the RS3 with its iconic 2.5‑liter inline‑five engine for European markets by mid‑2027, citing the costly compliance required for upcoming Euro 7 emissions standards. The RS3 sedan and sportback will continue to be built...