Despite the generally out-of-reach nature of celebrities and high fashion, through social media, the internet, and magazines we are able to grasp this foreign world within an arms-length — almost parasocially so. The new campaign ‘Image of an Image’ for Prada’s SS26 collection by Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons is a charming wink at the relationships between advertising, fashion,…
Archipelagos of Asia: Southeast Asia is home to much of the Coral Triangle, the world’s most biodiverse marine region, where destinations include Raja Ampat and Komodo in Indonesia, and Palawan and El Nido in the Philippines; Commentary: WWF-Singapore; Infographic: ICOMIA Asia’s leisure boating industry operates in a complex environment, requiring a clear understanding of the…
Once hailed as a financial lifeline for a struggling publishing house, the 2022 acquisition of Éditions Jalou by Chinese financial group AMTD is now at the centre of a legal and criminal investigation that could threaten the future of one of fashion’s luxury titles. French authorities have confirmed that an investigation into suspected large-scale fraud…
Photographer: Imaginechina/AP Photo In a nation where fortunes are typically forged in technology, property or finance, China’s richest man (according to Forbes) has built his empire on something far more elemental. At 71, Zhong Shanshan controls a fortune estimated at USD 74 billion through bottled water. Founder and chairman of Nongfu Spring, Zhong is an…
The luxury fashion world is going through a bit of an upgrade in 2026. Things are changing in the industry, and it looks like it’s never going to go back to what it was before. The main challenge is to come up with fresh, creative energy, which is something that a lot of houses struggle…
Learn how to build a simple, reliable reputation stack so you can spot issues early, document what happened, and respond fast without chaos. Reputation used to mean PR, reviews, and the occasional crisis statement. In 2026, it is also your search results, screenshots on social, AI summaries, employee chatter, and affiliate content you did not…
With a storied history involving a space agency, space expeditions, moon landings, a beloved comic beagle and a collaborative spinoff, the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch is a timepiece that does not need further introduction. Across the rich annals of Omega’s archives, the iconic Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch has seen numerous variations and iterations released over the decades, some more desirable…
In today’s modern world, it is possible to walk out the front door with nothing more than your cellphone and successfully navigate the world. But the reality is that building a functional, comprehensive collection of everyday carry essentials provides preparedness, efficiency, and self-reliance for daily life. From purchasing the ideal wallet and stylish, functional sunglasses…
LUXUO explores eight key trends shaping interior spaces in 2026. Interior design is often an echo of societal (and economic) patterns as well as personal preferences. The year sees design trends continue to evolve, responding to consumer behavioural patterns and the need for spaces to either engage or calm the senses. Perhaps a reflection of…
Recent years have warned of an impending economic downturn that could heavily impact the global luxury sector. Bain & Company, Altagamma and other industry consultancies show that the number of active luxury consumers has declined sharply from around 400 million in 2022 to roughly 340 million by 2025, with new customer acquisition dropping by approximately…