Must Read: Kering Shares Drop After Disappointing Q1 Results, Hermès Shares Decline 14% Amid War in the Middle East
Kering reported a 6.2% drop in total Q1 revenue, driven by a 14.3% plunge in Gucci sales, sending its shares down 10.2%. Hermès disclosed a 5.9% decline in Middle East sales, causing its stock to tumble 14% amid ongoing regional conflict. Meanwhile, Tory Burch is arranging a $700 million loan to buy back General Atlantic’s stake, and The RealReal launched a new "Real Talk" podcast. Vince posted a 4.7% rise in net sales to $83.7 million for FY 2025, highlighting strong direct‑to‑consumer growth.
Live From WWG26: New Releases From Angelus
Angelus unveiled the Tinkler, a 38 mm quarter‑repeater watch available in stainless steel and rose‑gold. The piece uses a La Joux‑Perret J200 base movement paired with a Dubuis Depraz repeater mechanism. Prices are approximately $38,150 for the steel version and $56,680 for...
The Belmond British Pullman Is Getting a Michelin-Starred Upgrade for One Day Only
London’s Michelin‑starred Italian‑British restaurant Luca is marking its 10th anniversary with a one‑day pop‑up aboard Belmond’s British Pullman train on June 4. Chef Robert Chambers has crafted a four‑course, British‑ingredient‑focused menu that will be served as the train travels from London...
Eucalyptus House / Julia Yako + Laura Marino
Julia Yako and Laura Marino unveiled a 200 m² contemporary residence in Martínez, north of Buenos Aires, built around a mature white eucalyptus tree. The home’s volume embraces an interior courtyard, glass façades, and a thin concrete eave that creates controlled...
Opal Collection Rolls Out Tammy Fender In-Room Spa Amenities
Opal Collection is launching the Essential Collection, a plant‑based, spa‑quality in‑room amenity line created with holistic skincare veteran Tammy Fender. The line—shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion and a cleansing bar—will be stocked across most of Opal’s 31 luxury hotels and...
2027 Toyota Crown Signia
Toyota’s 2027 Crown Signia enters the midsize hybrid SUV segment with a starting price of roughly $46,000 and a top‑end around $51,000. It pairs a 2.5‑liter four‑cylinder engine with three electric motors to produce 240 hp and achieves an EPA‑rated 38 mpg combined....
Jumeirah Burj Al Arab to Undergo Phased Restoration Programme
Jumeirah, part of Dubai Holding, announced a phased restoration of its flagship Burj Al Arab hotel. The programme will meticulously refurbish the iconic sail‑shaped resort while preserving its celebrated interior craftsmanship. Launched in 1999, the property has set global benchmarks...
Burberry Heads to the Very-British Lido for Its High Summer Campaign
Burberry’s high‑summer campaign unfolds at a classic British lido, starring a roster of UK actors and models. Directed by Francis Plummer and shot by Ryan McGinley, the film captures poolside leisure while showcasing the new collection’s reinterpretation of the iconic Burberry Check...
Silversea Unveils World Cruise 2029 Sailing Across 19 Countries
Silversea announced its 2029 World Cruise, "A Pacific Awakening," a 125‑day voyage departing San Diego on Jan. 5, 2029 aboard the Silver Whisper. The itinerary spans more than 60 destinations in 19 Pacific nations, featuring rare island stops such as Kalanggaman Island...
Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Closes For 18-Month Restoration Project
The iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab will shut its doors in April 2026 for an 18‑month, $200 million restoration. The overhaul will modernize guest rooms, introduce energy‑efficient systems, and refresh public spaces while preserving the hotel’s signature sail silhouette. Jumeirah expects...
Brickell Arch, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Miami Debuts
Brickell Arch, a Luxury Collection hotel, opened in Miami, converting the former Hotel AKA Brickell into a 201‑room flagship for Marriott Bonvoy. Managed by HEI Hotels & Resorts, the property showcases a refreshed brand identity that melds Latin American, Caribbean,...
WATG Reimagines Lagen Island Resort, El Nido in The Philippines
WATG, in partnership with Ayala Land Hospitality, has completed a comprehensive renovation of Lagen Island Resort in El Nido, Philippines. The six‑hectare retreat now features 42 water villas, forest rooms, a waterfront arrival hall, clubhouse, spa, sunset bar and chapel, all...
AmaWaterways Expands River Cruise Fleet
AmaWaterways announced an aggressive fleet expansion, targeting more than 50 river cruise ships by 2032, up from its current 31. The plan includes 15 new vessels across Europe, Africa and Asia, with eight ships confirmed for European waterways and seven...
Dubai's Landmark Burj Al Arab Hotel Will Shut for 18-Month Refurb Amid Tourism Decline
Dubai’s iconic Burj Al Arab will close for an 18‑month, phased refurbishment, the first shutdown since its 1999 debut. Jumeirah announced Paris‑based interior architect Tristan Auer will lead the overhaul, emphasizing it is unrelated to March’s drone‑debris damage. Guests with existing reservations...
Beatrice Monguidi Appointed CEO of Rimowa
Beatrice Monguidi, former EMEA president of Louis Vuitton, has been appointed CEO of Rimowa, effective June 1, 2026. Her career has been entirely within LVMH, with senior roles at Fendi, Valentino and Christian Dior Couture. She succeeds Hugues Bonnet‑Masimbert, who moved to a commercial director role at...
A Billionaire Beach Party: Mark Zuckerberg’s $170 Million Florida Purchase Tops March’s Most Expensive Home Sales
Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan bought a waterfront estate on Indian Creek Island for $170 million, making it the most expensive U.S. home sale in March and the priciest ever in Miami‑Dade County. The purchase tops a list dominated by coastal...
Mercedes VLE Now Available From €82,260
Mercedes‑Benz Vans has opened orders for its all‑electric VLE van in Germany, starting with the VLE 300 model. The base five‑seat version is priced at €82,260 (≈$89,600) and the six‑seat at €82,712 (≈$90,200), with cheaper trims around €70,000 (≈$76,300) expected later....
Stableford Redefines the Golf Club Experience in Los Angeles
Stableford, a new private golf and lifestyle members club, is set to open later this year in West Los Angeles. The 13,000‑square‑foot flagship clubhouse is being designed by New York firm Mazzarini & Co., blending modern proportions with a sense...
Tristan Auer to Lead Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Renovation
The Jumeirah Burj Al Arab will undergo an 18‑month, phased restoration led by French interior architect Tristan Auer. The iconic sail‑shaped hotel, opened in 1999, is being refreshed to preserve its heritage while introducing contemporary luxury touches. Auer, fresh from...
Uno De 50's Spring 2026 Collection Celebrates Spanish Architecture
Uno de 50 unveiled its Spring 2026 limited‑edition jewelry collection, inspired by Antoni Gaudí’s Modernisme architecture, at a private event inside Barcelona’s La Pedrera. Each of the ten designs—priced between $795 and $2,275—will be hand‑crafted in only 50 units, with a lock...
Five Luxury Homes We Love that Are for Sale Right Now
A new roundup showcases five Australian luxury homes currently on the market, each designed for high‑end entertaining and flexible living. The properties span riverfront, coastal, and historic Victorian settings, offering features such as rooftop pools, self‑contained guest suites, and premium...
Monovolume Di Lusso - Mercedes-Benz VLE: 5 Metri E 30 Di Opulenza Elettrica Su Quattro Ruote (Sterzanti) - VIDEO
Mercedes-Benz unveiled the VLE, a fully electric luxury van aimed at chauffeur‑driven services. It measures 5.31 m long, carries up to eight passengers, and offers two powertrains: a 200 kW front‑wheel‑drive VLE 300 and a 305 kW all‑wheel‑drive VLE 400. The 115 kWh battery promises up...
Live From WWG26: Highlights of New Releases From Laurent Ferrier
Laurent Ferrier unveiled its new Sport Traveller at WWG26, featuring a 42 mm titanium case with an integrated bracelet and a slate‑grey dial. The watch houses the freshly developed L275.01 movement, which swaps the brand’s natural escapement for a conventional Swiss...
Luxury Brands Book Sales Drop as Middle East War Takes Toll on Airport Shopping
Luxury‑brand sales at airports fell sharply as the Israel‑Hamas conflict curbed travel in the Middle East, hurting revenue for flagship stores. Kering announced a restructuring under CEO Luca de Meo aimed at doubling profitability and reviving Gucci, while Hermès warned of...
After Two Hikes, Mercedes May Review Prices Again in June
Mercedes‑Benz India has raised its prices twice this year and is weighing a third increase in June, despite a weaker rupee and limited fallout from the West Asia conflict. CEO Santosh Iyer said luxury car sales will likely see only...
Hermès Reports Double-Digit Growth Despite Middle East Impact
Hermès posted double‑digit growth in Q1 2026, reporting €4.1 billion of consolidated revenue (≈ $4.5 billion), up 6% at constant exchange rates year‑on‑year. Excluding a 3% decline in France tied to reduced Middle‑East tourist traffic, Europe grew 10% and the Americas and Japan also...
Hermès Is Also Experiencing a Decline in Sales Due to the War in Iran
Hermès reported first‑quarter revenue of €4.07 billion (≈ $4.44 billion), a 1% decline from €4.13 billion the prior year. Adjusted for exchange rates, the group posted 6% growth, but that still missed analyst expectations. The slowdown is linked to the war in Iran, which...
Gucci Remains a Concern for Luxury Group Kering
Kering reported a 6% drop in first‑quarter 2026 revenue to €3.57 billion (about $3.86 bn). Its flagship label Gucci fell 14% to €1.3 billion (roughly $1.40 bn), an 8% decline on a constant‑currency basis. While the fashion and leather‑goods segment slipped 9%, other houses...
Jensen Interceptor GTX to Be Revealed in Spring with Screaming V8
Jensen International Automotive (JIA) announced the Interceptor GTX, a brand‑new, clean‑sheet British GT slated for a spring reveal. The hand‑built model will feature a bespoke version of the Chevrolet Corvette’s 6.2‑litre V8, delivering around 495 hp, and will sit on a...
Jensen's Reborn Performance Car Officially Has A Name
Jensen International Automotive announced that its revived performance model will be called the Interceptor GTX, with a pre‑production prototype slated for a second‑quarter debut. The car will feature a hand‑built aluminum chassis and body, powered by a bespoke V8 engine,...
The New Jensen Interceptor GTX Sports V-8 Power and Aluminum Construction
Jensen International, the revived arm of the historic Jensen Motors, announced the Interceptor GTX, a new grand‑touring sports car powered by a bespoke V‑8 engine and built on a clean‑sheet aluminum chassis. The model emphasizes a fully analog driving experience,...
Luxury Brands Book Sales Drop as Mideast War Takes Toll on Airport Shopping
Luxury duty‑free operators are feeling the strain as the Middle East conflict forces airport closures and curtails travel to the region. The disruption, now in its sixth week, has shaved roughly 1% off LVMH’s quarterly sales and cut Kering’s Q1...
Hermès Shares Plunge Most on Record as Growth Slows
Hermès International saw its shares plunge up to 14% after first‑quarter sales grew 5.6% at constant exchange rates, missing the 7.44% consensus. The shortfall stemmed mainly from a 5.9% decline in the Middle East, a region that accounts for roughly...
Changi Airport Unveils Plans to Revamp Private Terminal and Expand Dynamic Lifestyle Hub
Changi Airport Group announced a mid‑2027 launch of a revamped premium gateway on the former CIP terminal site. The project, a joint venture with Plaza Premium Group, will deliver an upgraded private terminal featuring exclusive lounges, private suites, bespoke dining...
Luxury Unfiltered: The Q1 Number Luxury Will Celebrate Is the One that Should Worry It Most
LVMH posted Q1 revenue of €19.1 bn (≈$20.8 bn), a 5.9% decline, with organic growth of just 1% after a 7% currency drag and a 1% Iran‑conflict impact. Despite the slowdown, the group kept marketing spend at €9.5 bn (≈$10.4 bn), 11.5% of sales,...
British Heritage Brands Come Together for St. Tropez Summer Pop-Up
British heritage brands Smythson, Globe‑Trotter and Connolly, now owned by Oakley Capital, have opened a 7,745 sq ft pop‑up called “The Shop on the Corner” in St‑Tropez, running through 5 October 2026. The two‑floor venue pairs the British labels with Italian design houses Alessi...
Introducing the Oris Artelier Complication
Oris unveiled the new Artelier Complication at Watches and Wonders 2026, pairing a moon‑phase display with a GMT function in a streamlined 39.5 mm case. The redesign, led by 24‑year‑old product design engineer Lena Huwiler, trims the dial to two sub‑dials...
Kering Sees Sequential Improvement in Revenue as Recovery Progresses
Kering reported a sequential revenue lift in Q1, posting €3.568 billion (about $4.2 billion), a 6% year‑on‑year decline but flat on a comparable basis. The fashion and leather goods segment fell 9% reported, yet several houses—Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga and Brioni—showed growth, led...
California's New Monterey Bay Hotel Has A Regionally Inspired Restaurant And Boutique Amenities
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove launched in January 2026, adding a full‑service boutique hotel to the previously underserved Pacific Grove market between Monterey and Pebble Beach. The four‑story property offers 99 rooms with Monterey Bay views, Spanish‑Revival architecture, and upscale amenities such...
Style Edit: Rolex’s Central Role at Golf’s Star-Studded Masters at Augusta
Rolex’s partnership with the Masters Tournament, now in its 26th year, underscores the Swiss watchmaker’s deep ties to golf’s most prestigious event. The 2024 Masters, the 90th edition held April 9‑12 at Augusta National, featured a field of elite players including...
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19 Best Things to Do in Park City, Utah, According to Locals
Travel + Leisure compiled a list of 19 must‑do experiences in Park City, Utah, showcasing the town’s year‑round appeal beyond its famed ski slopes and Sundance Film Festival. The guide highlights premium activities such as skiing with an Olympic champion at Deer...
American Express Global Lounge Collection: Lounges You Can Access and Cards That Get You In
American Express’s Global Lounge Collection gives Platinum, Business Platinum, Centurion and Business Centurion cardholders entry to more than 1,550 lounges in 140 countries, including flagship Centurion lounges, Escape, Plaza Premium, Priority Pass Select, Delta Sky Club and select Lufthansa locations. The...
Inside The Luxurious World Of John Travolta's Private Jet
John Travolta’s passion for aviation is exemplified by his use of a Dassault Falcon 900B, the jet he flew from Clearwater, Florida to Paris for the 2024 Olympics. The Falcon 900 series, with over 600 units built, competes with Gulfstream and Bombardier...
On the Orange Carpet at the 2026 WNBA Draft
The 2026 WNBA draft unfolded on an orange carpet at The Shed, where the league’s newest talent turned the event into a fashion showcase. Top‑pick Azzi Fudd arrived in a custom Coach sequined gown, while several draftees wore designs from...
Everyone Missed This Drippy Louis Vuitton Design Trick
Louis Vuitton’s Fall/Winter 2026 runway featured outerwear coated in tiny glass beads that create a convincing rain‑drip illusion. The effect, inspired by TikTok’s “showering in jackets” trend popularized by Arc’teryx, was overseen by creative director Pharrell Williams. Close‑up shots revealed the...
EXCLUSIVE: Yumi Shin Joins Nordstrom, at Last
Nordstrom announced that Yumi Shin has joined as executive vice president of global brand partnerships, a role created to unify luxury, beauty and designer merchandising. The hire follows a dismissed non‑compete lawsuit with Saks, clearing her path from Bergdorf Goodman....
Once You Spot Your Dream Piece at Milan Design Week, Here Is When You Can Actually Buy It
Milan’s Salone del Mobile showcases design concepts that often remain unavailable for months after the fair. Brands use the event to gauge market reaction, set production volumes, and allocate limited inventory to key distributors. Typical lead times range from three...
Adidas’ Sunny Italian Sneaker Has a Bright Past & Future
adidas has re‑launched the Italia 60s sneaker, a model originally created for the 1960 Rome Olympics, in a striking yellow leather and navy‑stripe colorway. The shoe retains classic details such as the suede toe and rubber cap, while adding a sportier...
I Waited 20 Stormy Years for Barbour’s Next Iconic Jacket
Barbour, the British heritage outerwear brand, has relaunched its iconic Transport jacket, a 1999 cult favorite, as a modern, lighter‑weight alternative to its Bedale and Beaufort models. The new version retains the 6‑ounce waxed cotton shell but adds a silk‑like...
Cruise Lines Accelerate Expansion with New Ships, Asia Deployment and River Fleet Growth
Crystal Cruises will debut the new luxury liner Crystal Grace in June 2028, anchoring a Mediterranean season before repositioning to North America and later Asia. Riverside Luxury Cruises is adding the Riverside Mahler to its European river fleet, expanding capacity...