Today's Luxury Pulse
JLR targets double‑digit growth, eyes North America as key engine
Jaguar Land Rover is pursuing double‑digit revenue growth by making North America its primary growth engine. The automaker will launch a multi‑powertrain lineup—including MHEV, HEV, PHEV and BEV—for Range Rover, Defender and Discovery, while Jaguar will go all‑electric. It also aims to lower its breakeven volume to 300,000 units within two years.
New to the Market, This Hamptons Home by Bates Masi + Architects Is a Creative Retreat
A modest 1,352‑sq‑ft, two‑bedroom, two‑bath home in the East Hamptons, 131 Windward, is now on the market for $2,995,000. Designed by Bates Masi + Architects in 2005, the steel‑frame residence blends Frank Lloyd Wright and Japanese architectural cues with a contemporary, light‑filled interior. Set on a private 0.61‑acre lot, the house features an open‑plan galleried living space, timber‑panel walls, and expansive clerestory windows. The listing marks the third ownership change since its origin as a guest house for a larger Bates design.
Jacu Strauss Unveils Riverview Suites at Sea Containers London
Lore Group’s Creative Director Jacu Strauss has launched a refreshed design programme at Sea Containers London, introducing the Riverview Studio Suite as a new junior‑suite offering and upgrading the existing Riverview Balcony and One‑Bedroom suites. The overhaul deepens the hotel’s...
SAii Hotels & Resorts Introduces Wellness Packages
SAii Hotels & Resorts has launched "Peace of Mind," a portfolio‑wide wellness programme offering flexible, lifestyle‑based packages. The initiative is organized around five pillars—Eat Well, Sleep Well, Move Well, Explore Well and Stay Well—and is customized at each property. At...
2027 BMW 3 Series Teased With Quad Exhaust, But Don't Call It An M3
BMW slipped a camouflaged G50 prototype into an i3 video, revealing a quad‑exhaust M Performance 3 Series likely to be named M350. The model, expected to launch later this year with sales in late‑2026 or early‑2027, should retain a turbocharged...
Zannier Bãi San Hô to Reopen on 1st April 2026 Following Major Restauration After Typhoon Kalmaegi
Zannier Bãi San Hô will reopen on 1 April 2026 after a comprehensive restoration prompted by Typhoon Kalmaegi. The refurbishment engaged up to 200 workers to rebuild villas, public areas and landscaped grounds while preserving the resort’s luxury standards. During the closure...
BMW Marks 40 Years of the M3 with Nostalgic Campaign via Betty Wants In
BMW is commemorating the 40th anniversary of its iconic M3 with a new campaign produced by Betty Wants In. Directed by Max Greenstein, the film was shot on Australia’s Phillip Island circuit and uses visual effects to glide through six...
Real House / HK Associates Inc
Real House, designed by HK Associates Inc., reimagines a modest arroyo lot in Tucson’s Sonoran Desert into a 3,223 ft² family residence that captures sweeping views of the Santa Catalina Mountains. The architects employed strategic siting, topographic cut‑and‑fill, and reflective framing...
Royal Caribbean's $262K Treehouse Suite: Luxury or Excess?
Royal Caribbean’s new ship Hero of the Seas has a Treehouse Suite that is truly insane. But what’s more insane is the price. $262,852 for a 9-night sailing. I really wonder who can afford this cabin? Like if you’re that...
EXCLUSIVE: Loewe Is Celebrating Songkran With a New Campaign
Loewe has launched a Songkran‑themed campaign featuring Thai celebrities, promoting its spring Paula’s Ibiza collection and an exclusive Dok Khoon charm. The visuals blend water‑related motifs with the Thai New Year’s cleansing rituals, while the charm is sold only in Loewe’s...
Tesla Ends Custom Model S/X Orders, Marks Era’s Close
Custom orders of the Tesla Model S & X have come to an end. All that’s left are some in inventory. We will have an official ceremony to mark the ending of an era. I love those cars. This was me...
Tiffany & Co Expands Thailand Footprint with New IconSiam Store
Tiffany & Co opened its third Bangkok boutique inside the IconSiam mixed‑use development, adding a 256 sqm flagship to the Thai capital. The store showcases Southeast Asia’s first façade inspired by the brand’s historic Favrile glass, while interior finishes feature plaster...
Prada Mode to Travel to New York’s Hotel Chelsea
Prada Mode’s 14th edition, titled “Satellites II,” will occupy New York’s Hotel Chelsea from June 3‑7, 2026, coinciding with the Tribeca Festival. The event blends art, film and gaming through collaborations with director Nicolas Winding Refn and game creator Hideo Kojima. The first two days are invitation‑only,...
2026 Readers' Choice Awards Survey
Condé Nast Traveler has launched its 2026 Readers' Choice Awards survey, inviting travelers to vote for their favorite hotels, airlines, destinations and more across dozens of categories. The campaign runs through early April and includes a sweepstakes prize—a 15‑day Viking...
Introducing: The New Credor Goldfeather Urushi And Tourbillon
Credor unveiled two limited‑edition Goldfeather watches at Watches and Wonders 2026: the Urushi Lacquer Dial (GBBY967) and the Tourbillon Engraved (GBCF997). The 37.4 mm platinum case with a dark‑blue crocodile strap and a hand‑lacquered urushi dial is limited to 25 pieces...
Porsche Design Moves Watch Production to Grenchen, Switzerland
Porsche Design, the luxury timepiece arm of German automaker Porsche, announced the relocation of its watch manufacturing to a new, integrated facility in Grenchen, Switzerland. The move consolidates production, development and quality control under one roof, underscoring the brand’s commitment...
Louis Vuitton Unveils Limited‑Edition F1 Trophy Trunks, Blending Couture with Motorsport
Louis Vuitton has rolled out limited‑edition trophy trunks for every Formula 1 Grand Prix, a centerpiece of its ten‑year partnership with the sport. The monogram‑canvas cases, customized with race‑specific colors and a checkerboard V, showcase the brand’s historic link to automotive...
Prada SS26 Collection Redefines Femininity with Uniform‑Inspired Minimalism
Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons unveiled their spring/summer 2026 collection, discarding mid‑century couture clichés in favor of uniform‑based basics and experimental silhouettes. The show, highlighted by ELLE Singapore, signals a decisive shift in how luxury fashion frames contemporary femininity.
Travel Expert Names Mallorca and Four Others Among 2026’s Hottest Destinations
Travel specialist Lauren Taylor unveiled a curated list of the seven hottest destinations for 2026, highlighting Mallorca, Colombia, South Korea, Georgia and the United States. The rankings reflect growing demand for sustainable luxury, cultural immersion and niche experiences as travelers...
Andre Chiang Opens 1887, a Historic French‑Style Restaurant at Singapore’s Raffles Hotel
Chef Andre Chiang has opened 1887, a French‑rooted fine‑dining venue inside Singapore’s historic Raffles Hotel. The 42‑seat restaurant revives Victorian-era dishes, offers up to 60 courses and showcases original silverware, signaling a bold return for the Michelin‑starred chef to the...
Feng Chen Wang Wins Visionary of the Year at Shanghai's New Wave Fashion Awards
Feng Chen Wang was named Visionary of the Year at the inaugural New Wave Fashion Awards during Shanghai Fashion Week, a prize backed by luxury houses Dior and Moncler. The win highlights the growing influence of Chinese designers and signals...
Rory Sutherland & Rawdon Glover - How Jaguar Pulled Off a Design & Engineering Miracle
In this episode of Uncensored CMO, host Rawdon Glover and behavioral‑science guru Rory Sutherland sit down at Jaguar’s headquarters to unpack the new electric Jaguar – a low‑slung, 1,000‑horsepower sedan that blends supercar performance with the ride comfort of a...
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I Got a Quick Taste of Hong Kong Without Leaving the Airport
Cathay Pacific’s flagship business‑class lounge, The Bridge, reopened in May 2025 after a pandemic‑induced shutdown, coinciding with the airline’s 80th anniversary and the launch of its new Aria Suite product. The 29,000 sq ft space, located in Terminal 1 near Gate 35, can accommodate more...
Alpine Luxury Meets Panoramic Spa in Dolomites
Escape to pure alpine luxury ✨🏔️ Nestled high in the heart of the Dolomites, COMO Alpina Dolomites is where breathtaking views meet serene elegance. Think sunrise hikes, spa days with panoramic views, and evenings wrapped in warmth and stillness. #Dolomites #LuxuryTravel #COMOHotels #MountainEscape...
Delta One Lounge At JFK Makes Guests Check Bags Before Dinner — Then Asks Them To Tip In SkyMiles
Delta’s flagship Delta One lounge at JFK has introduced a new “no‑bags‑allowed” rule in its dining room, requiring guests to check luggage before entering. The airline also rolled out a digital tip prompt that lets passengers tip staff with SkyMiles,...
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The Most Iconic Royal Tiaras Ever Worn, Including Princess Eugenie’s $13 Million Wedding Heirloom
Royal tiaras have evolved from ancient symbols of power to modern fashion statements, with each piece reflecting lineage, politics, and personal identity. The Greville Emerald Kokoshnik Tiara, loaned to Princess Eugenie for her 2018 wedding, is valued at roughly $13 million,...
Christian Louboutin Is Taking the Trendy Men’s Ballet Flat to the Altar
Christian Louboutin has entered the men’s ballet‑flat market with two wedding‑season silhouettes, the square‑toed Diopic ballerina and the lace‑up Ruben. Both models feature lightweight Loubi‑red soles, with the Ruben offered in black crepe satin and white lamb‑nappa leather. The collection...
Perfect Moment and H&M Made a Ski Line. Here’s How It Performed.
The French luxury ski label Perfect Moment partnered with fast‑fashion giant H&M to launch an après‑ski collection priced far below the brand’s usual $800‑plus range. The line featured a $329 oversized puffer jacket and a $60 performance baselayer, both designed...
Dreaming of a M4 GT3 as the Next Project
My next project must be a M4GT3 🙏🏼🔥🔥 . . . . . . . #bmw #lamborghini #svj #m4 #carsofinstagram
No, Ferrari Isn’t Suing Stanceworks Over Modifying an F40
Ferrari did not file a lawsuit against Stanceworks for its F40 Evolution project; the cease‑and‑desist letter concerned only trademarked posters and desk mats featuring Ferrari logos. Builder Mike Burroughs clarified that Ferrari cannot prohibit the physical modification of its cars,...
Jeff Koons Designs Two Bottles for Evian’s 200th Anniversary
Evian is commemorating its 200th anniversary with a limited‑edition partnership with artist Jeff Koons, releasing clear glass bottles for still and sparkling water that showcase his iconic pink and blue balloon‑dog designs. The still bottle features a pink cap, while the...
Mercedes U.S. CEO Sets Ambitious Sales Goal Despite 'Tougher' Market than Anticipated
Mercedes‑Benz USA CEO Adam Chamberlain announced a $4 billion investment in the Alabama plant to lift production capacity as the company pursues a 28% increase in U.S. sales, aiming for 400,000 vehicles annually by 2030. Despite a tougher market marked by...
Euphoria’s Nate Jacobs Has a Bottega Veneta Contract Too, Apparently
Jacob Elordi’s multi‑year ambassadorship with Bottega Veneta has moved from red‑carpet appearances to a prominent product placement in the upcoming Euphoria season 3 trailer. The actor’s character, Nate Jacobs, is shown wearing the label’s $6,800 trompe‑l’oeil leather shirt while overseeing a construction...
The Empress of Little Rock in Little Rock, Arkansas
The Empress of Little Rock, built in 1888 by James H. Hornibrook, is a premier example of Gothic Queen Anne architecture in Arkansas. Its ornate gables, stained‑glass windows, and turret reflect Gilded Age opulence. After serving as a private residence,...
The Ritz-Carlton Studied 400,000 Guests and Found One Thing That Changed Their Brand.
The Ritz‑Carlton examined 400,000 guest comment cards and discovered that the very first interaction determines whether a guest will return or lodge a complaint. This insight led to the ten‑foot rule—employees must greet anyone within ten feet with a genuine...
New Mercedes GLE: Big, Posh SUV Gets Major Overhaul to Try and Stay on Top
Mercedes has launched a substantial 2026 refresh of its GLE SUV, applying a major facelift, upgraded interior tech, and an expanded powertrain lineup. The update introduces larger digital headlights, a full‑width three‑screen cockpit, and the new E‑Active Body Control suspension...
Luxury Ecommerce Growth Slows to 1.8% as Industry Enters Structural Shift
Tradebyte’s 2026 luxury e‑commerce report shows growth slowing to just 1.8% in 2025, marking the end of a multi‑year surge. The slowdown reflects a structural shift toward algorithm‑driven discovery, price transparency and tighter operational discipline rather than pure reach. Luxury...
Four Seasons Launches Ultra‑Private Beach Villa in Florida for High‑End Travelers
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has introduced an ultra‑private beach villa in Florida, expanding its luxury portfolio with a high‑end, exclusive beachfront residence aimed at affluent travelers. The new offering underscores the brand’s push into private‑rental experiences within resort settings.
Has Oliver Spencer Made This Summer’s Best Travel Bag?
British designer Oliver Spencer has launched a new leather Weekender bag priced at £645 (approximately $820). The bag, created in partnership with his travel‑focused magazine Secret Trips, is built for 48‑hour trips and doubles as cabin‑size hand luggage. Its design...
Brooklyn Luxury Market Ends March with a Thud
Brooklyn’s luxury real‑estate market posted a sharp slowdown in the week of March 23‑29, with only 13 contracts signed and total volume dropping to $38.5 million – the lowest since early January. The median asking price held at $3 million, but homes lingered...
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I Visited Bermuda and Never Went to the Beach—Here’s Why an Off-Season Trip Is Worth It
Travel writer discovers Bermuda’s off‑season charms beyond its beaches, highlighting cultural, culinary, and natural attractions. Visitors can explore the Crystal and Fantasy Caves for $24‑$35 per adult, practice yoga, and enjoy unique cave massages. The island’s historic pubs serve the...
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The 10 Best Tumi Suitcases Worth the Splurge, According to Our Tests
Travel+Leisure tested 25 Tumi luggage models, evaluating capacity, durability, and design through real‑world travel scenarios and stress tests. The review highlights several top performers, including the ultra‑light 19 Degree Lite Carry‑On, the organized International Dual Access Carry‑On, the high‑capacity Extended Trip...
Aamir Khan Gifts Gauri Spratt Rare Aquamarine Ring Ahead of QWEEN Launch
Aamir Khan has both invested in and become the first customer of QWEEN, India’s inaugural experiential luxury jewellery brand, by commissioning two bespoke rings for his partner Gauri Spratt ahead of the label’s May launch. The aquamarine piece, sourced from...
Luxury Goods Need Digital Experiences that Match Their Quality
I did a UX audit for a luxury ecommerce client recently. Beautiful products. Genuinely beautiful. Handmade, carefully crafted, the kind of thing that photographs well and costs accordingly. Then I looked at the website. It wasn't terrible. Nothing was broken, the checkout...
Delta One Lounge Requires Bag Check, SkyMiles Tips
Delta One Lounge At JFK Makes Guests Check Bags Before Dinner — Then Asks Them To Tip In SkyMiles - View from the Wing https://t.co/jrub5LzhZM
Lamborghini CFO on Managing the ‘Small but Steady Demand’ for Luxury Vehicles
Lamborghini CFO Paolo Poma says the brand generated roughly €3 billion (about $3.3 bn) in revenue, delivering about 8% of Audi Group profit while representing less than 1% of total turnover. The finance team safeguards margins by tightly controlling pricing, avoiding discounts,...
Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Delivers Luxury in Compact SUV
The 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid AWD Premium Plus offers a refined, surprisingly luxurious drive experience. It's a solid compact SUV that I drove for a week. Here are my thoughts and commentary: https://t.co/ezHTzu1UfM #mazda #suv #cars #auto @mazdausa https://t.co/rwSpRBeTd5
Boutique Hotel Restaurants Are Getting More Intriguing
Why Boutique Hotel Restaurants Are More Interesting Than Ever - Stories - HIP Hotels https://t.co/dQmTfwoMTH
A Hidden Gem in the Surrey Hills
Kingsley House is an adult‑only, three‑room boutique B&B tucked in the Surrey Hills, offering luxury amenities such as turn‑down service, seasonal dining and curated local experiences. Hosts Duncan and Craig personalize each stay with walking itineraries, afternoon tea, and optional...
Is Baltic’s New Stone Dial Heures Du Monde the Best, Most Affordable Worldtimer Ever?
Baltic has launched the Heures du Monde, a world‑timer watch featuring stone dials of labradorite, tiger‑eye or sodalite, priced at €1,300–€1,360 (≈ $1,420–$1,480). The 36 mm 316L stainless‑steel case houses a modified Soprod C125 automatic movement with a 42‑hour reserve and a...
Florence Pugh Wore Elie Saab Haute Couture To The Bvlgari Eclettica Unveiling
British actress Florence Pugh attended Bvlgari’s Eclettica unveiling in Milan wearing a green Elie Saab Spring 2006 Haute Couture strapless taffeta gown. The archival piece offered a classic, stately silhouette that allowed the brand’s jewelry to remain the focal point....