09/23/2019
Testing of ‘flying’ water taxis continues in Paris
Flying boat startup SeaBubbles has continued the testing of its eco-friendly water taxis across the river Seine in Paris, which could be integrated into the transport network of the city.
Luxury
09/22/2019
Inspired by Downton Abbey: 7 Great English-Style Estates
In honor of the film premiere of Downton Abbey this month, Luxury Defined presents a collection of great estates in the English tradition
09/20/2019
The Art of Luxury Brand Licensing
Younger consumers won’t remember that there was a time when fashion collaborations seemed impractical and utopian.
09/20/2019
First drive: Land Rover's 2020 Discovery Sport
New for 2020, the ‘Disco’ makes some big changes that extend the appeal of the archetypal suburban off-roader.
09/20/2019
Art: Are you globally mobile?
Reaz and Theda provide insight and guidance on the effective management of global transitions, obstacles of global mobility, and a range of other international considerations when it comes to immigration strategies.
09/20/2019
Ferrari is launching an SUV in 2022 and here are the technical details
One will be for all its mid-engine supercars, while the other architecture will be for front-mid-engine GT-style cars, including the Purosangue.
09/19/2019
Brits Are Not Buying Luxury Properties In France Anymore -Because Of Brexit
According to the estate agency’s latest Prime France Report, Belgian, Scandinavian and Middle Eastern buyers – as well as the French themselves – have filled the gap left by British investors in the luxury sector.
09/18/2019
Rebooted baby Benz shows star power
Sporty specification brings out the best in Mercedes-Benz’s accomplished A-Class hatchback.
09/16/2019
Daimler CEO Confirms Development of Fully Electric Mercedes-AMG Models
Allegedly, it's not about how the power is delivered, but how the driver feels behind the wheel.
09/16/2019
"Vision Mercedes Simplex" – an icon for the heritage and future of the brand
It symbolises the transition to a new era of design and technology.
09/13/2019
Bentley will build 12 replicas of the legendary 1929 4½-liter Team Blower race car
Only four of them were built for Birkin and the boys to race across Europe, including Le Mans.
09/12/2019
The First ‘New’ Land Rover Defender In 71 Years Breaks Cover
The iconic off-roader finally gets the modern makeover that fans have been crying out for.
09/10/2019
From Singapore to Hong Kong: the top yoga and meditation spots in the world’s hardest-working cities
For a mental health break, wellness centres are offering mindfulness classes, gong baths, massage therapy and more – we round up the best options in Hong Kong, Singapore, New York, London and Los Angeles
09/08/2019
Aston Martin Vanquish 25 by Ian Callum is a modernized version of one of his best creations
The full-service design and engineering house would create and comprehensively upgrade vehicles and it’s first offering is the Aston Martin Vanquish 25
09/06/2019
China’s ‘Exceptional’ Luxury Fashion Demand Spurs Louis Vuitton to Add Jobs in France
Chinese consumers fueled a 20% increase in sales of fashion and leather goods last quarter for Louis Vuitton parent LVMH, and Burke said demand from China remains “exceptional.”
09/05/2019
Inspired by Asian Art Week: 5 Homes Across Asia
Ahead of Christie’s upcoming Asian art sales in New York and Shanghai, we present five luxury homes that showcase the best of Asian architecture and design
09/03/2019
10 of the best luxury wellness retreats in the Maldives where you can relax and recharge yourself
Spa resort holidays – perfect antidotes to overcrowded tourist spots – are one of year’s major travel trends, and the South Asian tropical nation’s 26 ring-shaped atolls are the places to be
09/03/2019
How Burberry is using apps to make luxury retail luxurious again
The shop staff mobile app, which was designed in-house with Apple consulting on its development, was first rolled out to Burberry’s 8,000 store employees a year ago in conjunction with Apple and based on feedback from store staff and Burberry’
09/03/2019
Why luxury marketers should double-down on Monaco
Monaco is the playground of the wealthy and the super-wealthy.
09/02/2019
Luxury car makers are battling to cater to the changing needs of the super-rich
A new breed of younger, more eco-minded and female buyers are driving innovation in the supercar industry