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.
Kaia Gerber Just Rebooted the Little Black Dress
Kaia Gerber debuted a Givenchy little black dress in Los Angeles, borrowing the piece straight from the runway just six days after it appeared on model Mahi Kabra. The gown combines a plunging V‑neck of sheer handmade French lace with a two‑layer ruffled skirt that resembles a modern tutu. Its styling nods to the iconic LBD heritage pioneered by Hubert de Givenchy for Audrey Hepburn, while embracing today’s sheer‑fabric trend. The look signals a potential resurgence of classic black dresses on upcoming red‑carpet events, including the Oscars.
United Partners With Chef’s Table to Bring World-Renowned Chefs to Business Class Dining
United Airlines has teamed with Netflix’s Chef’s Table series to launch a new Polaris business‑class dining program. Starting August 1, eleven world‑renowned chefs will craft ten regionally inspired meals, each featuring an appetizer, salad and entrée. The menus will debut on...
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This Is the 1 Cabin Upgrade Trick Travel Advisors Use for Cruises—And It Could Land You a Better Room at...
Travel advisors often suggest booking a “guarantee” cabin (GTY) to potentially earn a free upgrade. These cabins are sold at rates below the lowest published price for the selected category because travelers relinquish control over the exact location. Cruise lines...
Roksanda Opens Concept Store on Sloane Street
Roksanda launched a three‑month concept store at 171‑172 Sloane Street in London. Designed by architect Bradley Taylor and curated by Roksanda Ilinčić with four female collaborators, the space blends fashion, art, and design. The pop‑up showcases the spring/summer 2026 collection...
The Time to Watches Village
Time to Watches returns for its fifth year during Geneva Watch Week 2026, expanding into a multi‑space “Village” anchored at Villa Sarasin. The event hosts over 85 independent brands and anticipates more than 9,500 visitors, continuing its role as a...
Estée Lauder Sues Jo Malone in U.K. for Trademark Infringement, Breach of Contract
The Estée Lauder Companies have filed a lawsuit in UK courts against Jo Malone, her new brand Jo Loves, and related entities for alleged trademark infringement and breach of the 1999 sale agreement. The complaint claims Malone’s recent use of the “Jo Malone” name...
Eclectic Finds: Vintage Sneakers, Custom Loafers, Timeless Watches, Social‑Justice Tee
Some things I saw recently that I think are cool: — Buzz Rickson M65 at Son of Stag — Bespoke loafers by Emiko Matsuda and Seiji McCarthy — Recently sold watches at Soethby's — "Fair Housing" t-shirt at Mogi Shop in Tokyo. Slogan from...
GHA Discovery’s Paid Status Match: Underrated Deal
GHA Discovery is offering a paid status match promotion, which could be a great deal. This hotel loyalty program often flies under the radar, but it shouldn't. https://t.co/T5X03Pjogw
Viking Eldir Brings New Luxury To Rhine, Main, And Danube Cruises
Viking has launched the Viking Eldir, a 190‑guest river cruise ship built at Meyer’s Neptun Werft in Germany. The vessel will operate luxury itineraries on the Rhine, Main and Danube, offering spacious staterooms, panoramic views, and upscale dining. Its addition...
Tiaras Make a Comeback: Modern Women Embrace Royal Glamour
Are we seeing a return of the tiara? I loved writing this piece for Iconic Magazine, the official publication of Iconic Hotels & Resorts on historic tiaras and how women are buying and wearing tiaras today. https://t.co/3AfUIkZh81
Somerset Valero Makati: A Destination for Luxury and Wellbeing
Somerset Valero Makati, the latest Ascott Limited Philippines launch, offers 182 luxury serviced apartments ranging from 37 to 124 square metres. The development blends upscale living with wellness‑focused features, including a first‑of‑its‑kind WellTech suite equipped with massage chairs and scent...
Samuel Ross and Hublot’s Take on a Big Bang Chronograph Is Cool, Accessible and Very Wearable
Samuel Ross, winner of the 2019 Hublot Design Prize, has partnered with Hublot to launch the Big Bang Unico SR_A, the brand's first chronograph featuring the Unico movement. The watch combines a monochrome ceramic case with a honeycomb‑patterned rubber strap,...
EXCLUSIVE: Bella Hadid Is Prada’s First Global Beauty Ambassador
Prada has appointed supermodel Bella Hadid as its first global beauty ambassador, coinciding with the launch of its debut makeup product, Prada Touch blush. The cream‑to‑powder blush offers a blendable, 12‑hour matte finish and comes in eight shades, priced at...
Fashion Group International Unveils Keynote Speaker and Honorees for 30th FGI Rising Star Awards
Fashion Group International will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its Rising Star Awards on April 16 in New York, featuring a red‑carpet luncheon and ceremony. Renowned artist and former award winner Ruben Toledo will deliver the keynote address. Lifetime Achievement...
Burberry Launches Capsule Inspired by Queen Elizabeth II
Burberry has unveiled a limited‑edition capsule in collaboration with the Royal Collection Trust to honor the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II’s birth. The collection, debuting ahead of the “Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style” exhibition, includes a holly‑green car coat made...
Stone Island Opens Store in Naples, Releases Documentary on Ties With the City
Stone Island opened its first Naples flagship in the historic Palazzo Fusco, offering a 592 sq ft retail space that blends industrial design with the city’s vibrant energy. At the same time, the brand released the documentary “’A Sorpres,” directed by Glenn Kitson, which...
11 Honoré Relaunches With Plus-Size Eveningwear Capsule
Full Beauty Brands is reviving the luxury label 11 Honoré with a 15‑piece plus‑size eveningwear capsule, targeting sizes 10‑28 and priced between $229 and $799. Academy Award‑winning actress Da’Vine Joy Randolph will front the launch as ambassador and model. The collection,...
L’Ile Folie / MARC FORNES + THEVERYMANY
French architect Marc Fornes has unveiled L’île Folie, a sculptural pavilion that rises from a pond in Downtown Cary Park. The structure reinterprets the 19th‑century park folly using a self‑supporting skin of ultra‑thin folded aluminum panels with thousands of perforations. It...
Style Edit: Anteprima Unveiled Nostalgic Artistry During Fashion Month
Anteprima unveiled its fall/winter 2026 collection at Milan Fashion Week in partnership with Japanese contemporary artist Aiko Miyanaga. The runway highlighted near‑transparent knits, fluid silhouettes and a monochrome gradient that visualised time, memory and impermanence. Signature pieces included an oversized cable‑knit sweater...
Living Continuum Studio and House / Damith S Munasinghe Associates
Living Continuum Studio and House, designed by Damith S Munasinghe for 2025, is a 2,400 ft² two‑storey residence‑studio in Malabe, Sri Lanka. Built on a 7.5‑perch compact site, the project merges daily living with design work through flexible, open‑plan spaces and four interior...
Ditch the Discounts: Sample Sales Are Big on Business but Small on Substance
Sample sales have become a staple of fashion retail, offering deep discounts on over‑produced inventory. While the queues and bargain hunting create short‑term buzz, the practice masks chronic over‑ordering and erodes brand equity. Smaller boutiques and responsible designers struggle to...
Dromoland Castle Shines Among Elite Luxury Hotel Picks
As a luxury travel professional, I'm incredibly fortunate to experience many of the world’s most extraordinary hotels and the wonderful people behind them. I was especially happy to share a place that is truly near and dear to me in...
Paris Fashion Week's Final Day Drains All Social Energy
😂😂😂 last day of Paris fashion week is giving “I have no social battery left, leave me alone”. @sammysuss with the 💯 photojournalism
Hyatt CFO on Global Shocks: Wealthy Travelers Aren’t Canceling Trips
Hyatt CFO Joan Bottarini told investors that the company’s wealthiest guests are rerouting rather than canceling trips amid geopolitical shocks in the Middle East and Mexico. Occupancy fell in the Middle East, but the region represents less than 5% of...
This Aera X Todd Snyder Diver Watch Is Almost Sold Out
Todd Snyder teamed with British watchmaker Aera to release a limited‑edition D‑1 diver watch in Whiteout and Blackout colors, each capped at 25 pieces. The black version has sold out, while the white model remains available only on ToddSnyder.com for...
Porsche Plots ’Leaner’ Future as Full-Year Sales Slide
Porsche reported a 9.5% drop in 2025 sales to €36.27 billion and a 92.7% plunge in profit to $477.9 million, prompting a strategic reset. The automaker is accelerating its "Strategy 2035" plan, focusing on cost discipline, a "Value over Volume" mindset, and a...
Hilton Honors No‑Fee Card: Worth It or Not?
Here's a detailed review of Hilton Honors' no annual fee card. Is this a good option, or are you better off going for one of the cards with an annual fee? https://t.co/alluT4egzw
Miu Miu Finds Strength in the Human Body
Miu Miu’s Autumn/Winter 2026 runway, directed by Miuccia Prada, explored the philosophical notion of the human body’s smallness against the vast world. Rather than focusing on sexuality, the collection highlighted body‑conscious designs and expansive silhouettes. The show took place in...
Design By Them Comes of Age – The Local Project
Design By Them, a Sydney‑based furniture studio, celebrated its 18th anniversary with the “DBT 18TH” house‑party photographic campaign. The shoot, set in a Peter Hall‑designed mid‑century home, features 15 pieces by Australian designers, ranging from the post‑consumer‑plastic Butter stool to the...
Fellas, The New John Wick Cologne Actually Smells Good
John Wick × Scentbird has released a limited‑edition eau de parfum that aims to capture the film’s gritty vibe. The fragrance blends unconventional notes like gunmetal and bourbon with a woody base, delivering a masculine scent praised by the reviewer. Priced at...
How Aspen Has Transformed Into a New Hot Spot for Watch Collectors
Aspen is rapidly emerging as a premier destination for luxury watch collectors, highlighted by the 2026 opening of an Omega boutique operated by pre‑owned specialist Oliver Smith. The boutique’s launch coincided with the town’s annual Watch Week Aspen, which draws collectors nationwide...
Beckons Hotel Brand Launches With Nine Lodges Across Four Continents
Beckons Hotel Brand has launched with nine luxury lodges spanning Australia, New Zealand, Chile, and Canada. The portfolio, averaging 25 suites per property, includes award‑winning sites such as Southern Ocean Lodge and Huka Lodge, many holding Michelin Keys. Beckons has invested...
2026 Genesis GV70: Luxury Performance with Minor Quirks
Genesis is the luxury brand of Hyundai, and it's been delivering great cars for a decade. I drove the 2026 GV70 Sport Prestige AWD for a week and found lots to like, along with a few quirks... Here's my write-up:...
Hyatt Milestone Rewards: Redeeming Club Access Awards Explained
World of Hyatt members can earn club access awards through the Milestone Rewards program. How can these be redeemed, and how valuable are they? https://t.co/OR5ZKqll6p
Forma Follows Function as Madrid’s First Collectable Design Fair Makes Its Debut
Madrid’s first collectable design fair, Forma, opened at the Matadero cultural centre, aiming to become Spain’s most beautiful design shop. The event featured a mix of independent designers, galleries, and international participants such as Maison Parisienne and Tu Taller. Highlights...
Showcase New York Sample Sales - René Caovilla, Nadine Merabi & Carl Friedrik
Showcase is hosting a three‑day pop‑up in Midtown East featuring private and sample sales from luxury brands René Caovilla, Nadine Merabi, and Carl Friedrik. Shoppers can access up to 70% off high‑end women’s footwear and apparel, and up to 50% off premium luggage...
Situationist Fall 2026: Anniversary Spread
Georgian label Situationist staged its first on‑schedule runway, marking a decade‑long evolution. Designer Irakli Rusadze pivoted toward a more commercial aesthetic, emphasizing shoulder‑framed silhouettes, sculptural collars, and functional tailoring. The collection featured precise trompe‑l’œil seaming on a heather‑gray jumpsuit, well‑proportioned...
Yes, Chef: Destination-Dining Hero Mauro Colagreco at Capella Bangkok
Renowned chef Mauro Colagreco, three‑Michelin‑starred restaurateur behind Mirazur, has launched his first Southeast Asian outpost at Capella Bangkok. The new venue, a 45‑seat dining room, offers a seasonal tasting menu that fuses his Argentine‑Italian heritage with Thai terroir. Opening in March 2024,...
Viola Davis Sparkles in Sandro for ‘The Tonight Show’ Appearance
Viola Davis dazzled on The Tonight Show wearing a Sandro rhinestone‑trimmed cropped top and high‑waisted sequined pants, complete with a removable pearl collar and pointed‑toe heels. The French luxury ready‑to‑wear label used the high‑visibility appearance to showcase its versatile, upscale...
Grecotel Launches ‘Grecotel Acts of Kindness’ for Agents
Grecotel, Greece’s leading luxury hospitality group, has launched “Grecotel Acts of Kindness,” a program that surprises travel agents with thoughtful gifts throughout the year. Unlike traditional incentive schemes, the gestures are not tied to bookings or sales targets, emphasizing gratitude...
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This Historic Steam Train Has Been Taking Travelers to the Grand Canyon for 125 Years—And It Just Added More Dates
The Grand Canyon Railway, operating since 1901, celebrates its 125th anniversary by expanding steam‑locomotive service. From March through October, the vintage steam train runs the first Saturday of each month plus an extra special day, offering a 65‑mile round‑trip from...
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Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card 5 Free Nights Welcome Bonus [Last Day]
Chase’s Marriott Bonvoy Boundless card now offers a limited‑time welcome bonus of five free nights, valued at up to 250,000 points. Cardmembers earn the nights after spending $3,000 within the first three months, and each night can be topped up...
Off the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Nour Hammour, the Paris‑based shearling and leather label, opened a salon‑style showroom in the Triangle d’Or during Paris Fashion Week, capitalising on unusually mild weather that boosted outerwear demand. The brand’s best‑selling Sima coat has become a staple from Vail...
ICYMI: 25% Off the Caravelle Sea Hunter Automatic 39mm Dive Watch
Bulova is offering its Caravelle Sea Hunter automatic dive watch at a 25% discount, reducing the price to $281.25 from $375. The 39mm, 14.1mm‑thick timepiece features a Miyota automatic movement, quick‑release spring bars, and interchangeable bracelet or NATO straps. Marketed...
HVM Maya / Perkins&Will
Perkins & Will’s HVM Maya, an 18,000 m² luxury tower in Campo Grande, Brazil, reimagines high‑end living by merging the building with the adjacent Parque das Nações Indígenas. The design uses a west‑facing circulation belt and brise‑soleils to achieve passive thermal comfort, while exposed...
Julia Roberts Stunned Cannes Barefoot in 2016
In 2016, Julia Roberts famously walked the red carpet at Cannes barefoot, wearing a black dress and a Chopard emerald necklace... https://t.co/C4tajCkxQ5
Ferrari Amalfi Spider Officially Teased Ahead of March 12 Debut
Ferrari unveiled the first official teaser for its upcoming Amalfi Spider convertible, confirming a public debut on March 12. The model retains the coupe’s shark‑nose front end, long hood and muscular fenders, with a modified rear deck to house the...
Are Travel Membership Clubs Worth the Annual Fee for Cruises
Travel membership clubs offer a paid shortcut to cruise perks such as preferred pricing, priority check‑in and cabin upgrades, with Cruzy+ focusing on Carnival voyages for an $89 annual fee. The program bundles a personal cruise counselor, curated guides and...
Passenger Ride in the 3-Seater Lanzante Project 95-59
Lanzante invited its inaugural customers to sit in the Project 95‑59 prototype, letting them experience the supercar’s unique three‑seat layout with a central driving position. Development driver Kenny Brack piloted the car while passengers evaluated the cabin and dynamics. The hypercar is...
Rosary Headboard by India Mahdavi for Bolzan
India Mahdavi has teamed with Italian furniture maker Bolzan to launch the Rosary headboard, a striking bedroom piece that combines a row of multicoloured ceramic beads with a velvet‑upholstered wood and recycled composite panel. The ceramic elements are handcrafted in...