A Year of Unexpected Departures 2024 marked a seismic shift in the fashion industry as several prominent creative directors departed from their respective houses, including Virginie Viard at Chanel, Matthew M. Williams at Givenchy, and John Galliano at Maison Margiela. When it comes to eponymous labels, recent years have seen Tom Ford and Raf Simons…
For design and architecture aficionados, LUXUO revisits the standout moments of the year, spanning architecture, interior design, furniture innovation, and tributes to design legends we have lost. These milestones have left an enduring impression on the global design community. As 2024 draws to a close, it will be remembered as a pivotal year of progress…
2024 saw brand collaborations reach new heights of notoriety, with many high-profile partnerships fighting to capture attention in an increasingly oversaturated market. This year’s brand collaboration landscape has seen more luxury names stepping outside the traditional boundaries of fashion, diving into various industries such as beauty, technology, and even automotive design. As the luxury retail…
The year 2024 presented an inflection point for China’s luxury market as economic pressures, shifting consumer behaviors, and growing arbitrage dynamics highlighted structural weaknesses in what was once the most promising growth engine for global luxury brands. The slowdown was underscored by a weakened economy, a persistent real estate crisis, and a discerning younger generation…
IWC Associate Director of Research & Development Stefan Ihnen We have a rare treat this issue – an extended discussion with longtime IWC Associate Director of Research & Development Stefan Ihnen. In fact, this issue of Legacy has the distinction of featuring some relatively new voices for our readers – but you can discover that…