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To overcome this crisis, Luxury only depends on itself. As the COVID-19 pandemic changed lives, livelihoods, and businesses upsidedown, uncertainty is running high on the luxury industry. The lockdown and economic freeze stroke hard in many sectors, such as hospitality, gastronomy, and fashion. Sales dropped sharply and many businesses are wondering if they will be able to ever come back after the pandemic is gone. Luxury leaders are already thinking ahead, trying to understand which strategies need to be implemented from now on, to secure business. And while many are wondering how different consumer behavior will be in the future…
When everything is uncertain, everything that is important becomes clear. In 2020, the answer is clear: being well is a prerequisite to doing well. Ownership does not equate to success in the minds of the new luxury clientele anymore, because the ultimate aspirational product today is self-improvement. Spanning across sectors like beauty, fitness, travel & fashion, is one of the world’s fastest-growing market segments, the new megatrend that is growing exponentially: the wellness industry. In this article, we will dive into how the principles of luxury are changing the focus to self-transformation & wellness. According to the Global Wellness Institute,…
Dreaming of that annual ski trip to Aspen? Or were you meant to be sipping wine on the Amalfi Coast in July? Watching the waves crash in Uluwatu Bali? Or indulging in a sun drenched vacay on the French Riviera… Good News – New Zealand offers all of that and more! Let Touch of Spice whisk you away to the ‘Hamptons’ of New Zealand – Waiheke Island, where beach side accommodation, wineries and dining out go hand in hand – or perhaps their ‘Italian inspired’ vineyards and cycle trails of the stunning Hawkes Bay with a stay at the world…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvPCCKQ9fp8&t=9s 2020 marked Last Frontier’s 25th heliski season and until the early close on March 18th, it was one for the record books. Over 660cm of snow fell in just 11 weeks of operation. Week after week, the words “Wicked” and “Awesome” came to define the skiing quality at Bell 2 Lodge and Ripley Creek. Last Frontier would like to extend a huge thanks to everyone that visited this winter. Conditions Recap March 2020 Heliski Report: The snowmageddon continued in the first week of March with 100cm of the fresh POW. Breaks in the weather allowed us to experience awesome…
For centuries, women all over the world have used natural ingredients, from blood oranges to tea tree oil, to get healthier hair and smoother skin. Since it’s hard to get to the grocery store right now—let around country-hop around the globe to give these treatments a try—here’s how you can replicate them at home with some of the best beauty products on the market. 1. Asian Face Purifier The ritual: Some Asian women make a rice face mask to deep-clean their skin and get rid of shine and oil, according to Jamie Ahn, owner of the Acqua Beauty Bar, in…
Italy has been hit harder than any other country in the world by the COVID-19 pandemic and LVMH’s Italian Maisons are stepping up to help stem the spread of the virus in their home country. Their concrete initiatives support health authorities and the medical personnel who are on the front lines around the clock. Here are a few examples of how they are contributing. LVMH and its Maisons have been mobilized for weeks to help check the spread of COVID-19. The Group’s Maisons in Italy are joining forces to support Italy’s nationwide efforts to eradicate the virus. Bvlgari has launched…
https://youtu.be/drRf0wb3Zd4 The rarest two-door Bentley of the modern era and the ultimate expression of two-seat, open-air luxury, this definitive Grand Tourer spearheads a return to coachbuilding by Bentley Mulliner – the oldest coachbuilder in the world. Just 12 examples of this striking, limited-edition model are being created, guaranteeing rarity and exclusivity, and offering supreme luxury and breath-taking performance. Bacalar, the most exclusive two-door Bentley of the modern era, launches a new Bentley Mulliner operation and forms part of a new strategy for the world’s oldest coachbuilder. With an illustrious coachbuilding history, which can be traced back to the 1500s, Mulliner…
Hublot is delighted to announce the Hublot Classic Fusion Special Edition ‘London’, a limited edition watch celebrating the Swiss watch company’s ongoing love affair with the vibrant, colourful city of London. The watch was launched at a star-studded event held at The Gherkin. The evening was hosted by Omar Choudhary, Hublot Brand Director UK, and attended by Hublot Friend of the Brand Chris Froggatt. Hublot also welcomed football coach and former professional football player Patrice Evra. Guests enjoyed a set by DJ Matt and mingled over canapés and cocktails. The Hublot Classic Fusion Special Edition ‘London’ is a statement piece,…
On Sunday, March 1st, Issey Miyake presented its Autumn-Winter 2020-21 collection, titled “Making Speaking, Speaking Making” at the Lycée Carnot school in Paris. Directed by Daniel Ezralow, the show is an expression of the words and feelings derived naturally from the process of making things by hand. FRAME A-POC Utilizing the A-POC* system, this series is inspired by the idea of drawing pieces of clothes on fabric with distinct, bold lines and cutting them out. When the clothes are laid flat, the hand-drawn outlines convey a sense of playfulness, yet when worn on the body, they create a clear, strong…
Creative Director Daniel Lee, together with photographer Tyrone Lebon, continue their view of an endless summer for the Bottega Veneta Spring 2020 ad campaign, anchored in sensuality and pure luxury, The campaign is an eternal signifier of elevation and luxury. Idly floating through time. The faint ‘click’ of a lens shutter in the distance. Paparazzi poised for a glimpse. Topdeck. Carefree sensuality unfolds. Featuring model Mica Argañaraz, the cold chains warm against sun-kissed skin. Weightless leather staples bend and slouch. Earthy tones and bold pops of colour. The endless blue sky bleeds to coral and violet. Opulent jewels and sequins glitter under…