Is it time to break up luxury behemoth LVMH?

By Bloomberg Published Jan 22, 2024 When Bernard Arnault presents LVMH’s annual earnings on Thursday, investors and analysts will be hanging on to his every word as they try to decipher the direction of top-end demand. See catwalkLouis Vuitton – Fall-Winter2024 – 2025 – Menswear – France – Paris – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Yet LVMH is being … Read more

21 Best Colognes in 2024 to Gift This Valentine’s Day

Why We Love It: Those who are in the know when it comes to colognes can’t stop raving about Creed’s luxury blends. The most popular pick from the brand is, without a doubt, the Aventus Eau de Parfum. This invigorating scent starts off with a burst of warm ginger, juicy mandarin, and spicy pink pepper … Read more

Paris couture opens Monday, Pascal Morand outlines its continuing importance

Fashion’s highest expression of creativity – the Paris haute couture season – kicks off Monday morning, with the profession rarely in finer fettle. Pascal Morand outlines its continued importance. Pascal Morand – Pascal Montary  There is ever increasing competition to win a coveted place on the official calendar, dominated by some of the most legendary … Read more

A day in the life of Rudolf Nureyev

A day in the life of Rudolf Nureyev, and a great deal of the dancer’s wardrobe, was the inspiration for the latest Dior menswear collection by Kim Jones. See catwalkDior Men – Fall-Winter2024 – 2025 – Menswear – France – Paris – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight  A loving homage also to Kim’s uncle Colin Jones, a former Royal … Read more

handover from Michael Burke to Sidney Toledano

Translated by Cassidy STEPHENS Published Jan 18, 2024 The world’s number one luxury goods group LVMH announced on Thursday that it would be making further management changes around Bernard Arnault, by switching two of the CEO’s loyal associates Michael Burke and Sidney Toledano, according to a press release. Michael Burke and Sidney Toledano – Stéphane … Read more

23 Best Perfume Gifts in 2024 for Valentine’s Day Gifting

Finding the best perfume gifts for any loved one this Valentine’s Day can be difficult. After all, everyone’s fragrance profile and the preferred notes they lean towards are unique. With that being said, we already know that the power of a good fragrance is potent. It can trigger memories, invoke deep emotions, or remind you … Read more

14 Best Vanilla Perfumes in 2024 That Smell Delectable

I’m a sucker for sweet scents, so, of course, most of the best vanilla perfumes take up space in my fragrance rotation. Don’t get me wrong, florals and musks have their place — even in some of my go-to vanilla fragrances — but there’s something about the sweet warmth of a creamy vanilla note that … Read more

Dior launches capsule inspired by Niki de Saint Phalle

Dior unveiled on Thursday a new capsule collection inspired by the iconic artist and feminist pioneer, Niki de Saint Phalle.  Dior launches capsule inspired by Niki de Saint Phalle. – Dior Dior’s relationship with the artist began in 1954 when Niki de Saint Phalle, not only a revolutionary artist but also a model, donned a … Read more

Gucci’s New Campaign, Dior Sets a Date, Loewe’s Lunar Capsule – WWD

ON THE ROAD: While speculation swirls around the updated relationship status of Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny, who made their tie up official in a viral Gucci Valigeria campaign last September, the Florentine fashion house has released new images dedicated to its travel line. Reprising the same concept and ’90s-inspired jet set image style, this … Read more

Dior books March 23 for its next menswear pre-fall show in Hong Kong

The house of Dior has scheduled  its next menswear pre-fall show in Hong Kong to be staged on Saturday, March 23, tapping into youth festivals and art salons in the Chinese city. See catwalkDior – Spring-Summer2024 – Womenswear – Paris – © Launchmetrics “After Tokyo, Miami, London, Los Angeles and Cairo, this destination once again … Read more