Snubbed China shopper makes luxury shop staff count US$84,000 cash for 2 hours then leaves
Wealthy woman with grudge shows stand-offish sales assistants at Louis Vuitton store that revenge is dish best served cold
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From tradition to transformation in the luxury market
The great generational transfer of wealth coupled with a strong outlook in China and the Middle East heralds a positive new era for the luxury sector
Luxury Unfiltered: Connecting with ultra-luxury clients
What I found striking was how critical for them the focus on hyper-personalized service and sustainability was - both a challenge for many of today’s brands.
Why the jewellery industry isn’t giving up on natural diamonds: heritage brands trade on rarity of ‘real’ stones as demand for lab-grown gems slumps
Louis Vuitton’s Deep Time Laurasia necklace has a 5-carat yellow diamond at its centre, while Graff’s Galaxia collection features more than 1,100 carats of diamonds and precious gemstones
Ultra-luxury home sales in US are on pace to set record
The closing was ultimately a turning point. Less than a month later, a nearby five-story penthouse went for $US135 million.
Axis Bank and Visa launch luxury credit card for the wealthy Primus
Visa and Axis Bank launch 'Primus', an ultra-luxury credit card for India's elite.
Vintage cars get investors going
The Stuttgart-based financial institute publishes the classic car index (OTX) every year.
The best suites to stay in across London's most luxurious hotels
From the whimsical Sir Paul Smith Suite at Brown’s Hotel to the splendour of the Royal Suite at Claridge’s, London's suites are unlike any other in the capital
US Luxury Spending Down 11% in July, Says Citi
Credit card data from Citi Research suggests a steep decline in spending for luxury leather goods and ready-to-wear, while watches saw unexpected growth.
Swiss Watchmaker Brings More Glamor to Paris
Originally selected for its precision, the company is present in Paris with 550 timekeepers, supported by 350 tons of equipment.
Luxury brands navigating 'New Normal' in China
Luxury brands must adapt by investing less in shop expansion and more in branded events and relationships with affluent consumers.
Luxury label launches perfume for dogs
The Italian luxury house Dolce & Gabbana has discovered a new market segment: the dog business, or more precisely, fragrances for four-legged friends.