Why Circular Design Is Becoming Fashion’s Most Valuable Asset
Fashion is made to last—or so the marketing goes. Meticulously sourced materials, centuries-old techniques and expertly honed craft all add up to a promise of a timeless process. But even luxury products and materials end up on the scrap floor or collect dust on shelves, leading to excessive and e
Preventive Medicine and the Price Tag of Longevity
A life well-lived means different things to different people. But as the longevity industry continues to build steam globally, a good life among the moneyed is increasingly measured in health. Where the wealthy may once have been accused of chasing youth, they’ve now largely shifted their focus to
How Luxury Retailers Use Fine Art to Create Cultural Cachet
There was a time when a person’s cultural bragging rights stemmed from counting off the number of classic masterpieces seen in museums around the world. The Mona Lisa at the Louvre, Velazquez’s Las Meninas at the Prado, the David at Galleria dell’Accademia, van Gogh’s Self-Portrait with a St
How To Dress for Excess This Spring
Much like most things these days, the luxury industry is navigating some rocky terrain. Trust in luxury goods has taken a dip with sales following suit, dupe culture is on the rise and the viability of the luxury market in the face of increasing costs and ethical concerns is in question. But the rec
How Eight Luxury Fashion Designers Are Injecting Heritage Into Craft
For as long as seasonal collections have been presented to lunching ladies in private salons, the world of luxury fashion has largely tapped Eurocentric experiences and disregarded the contributions of other cultures. But as the industry continues to expand its definition of beauty and style, more d
