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fashion23 days ago•13 min saved

D&G’s Milan Show Blends Sicilian Heritage with Gen Z Appeal Amid Financial Pressure

Dolce & Gabbana launched its Spring 2027 ready-to-wear collection in Milan with a show titled 'Stravaganza Siciliana,' featuring Jennifer Lopez in the front row. The collection emphasized maximalist styling, mixing traditional Sicilian craftsmanship with modern denim and leopard prints to appeal to younger consumers. This strategic pivot comes as the brand faces significant financial challenges, including a debt pile of nearly £400m, and seeks to maintain its independence from major luxury conglomerates.

via The Independent|

#dolce-and-gabbana #fashion #jennifer-lopez

real-estate26 days ago•6 min saved

Angelina Jolie Closes $24.75M Sale of Historic Los Angeles Estate

Angelina Jolie has sold her former Los Angeles residence for $24.75 million, a slight discount from her $29.9 million asking price. The historic six-bedroom estate, previously owned by filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille, was purchased by Jolie in 2017 for $24.5 million. The sale follows her public statements about leaving the U.S. once her youngest children reached adulthood, a milestone achieved in July 2026.

via Realtor.com|

#angelina-jolie #cecil-b-demille-estate #celebrity-homes

luxury-real-estate2 months ago•6 min saved

Eric Schmidt Lists 95-Meter Superyacht Whisper for $172.5 Million

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has listed his 95-meter superyacht, Whisper, for sale at $172.5 million. The vessel, originally built for Shahid Khan and purchased by Schmidt in 2023, features five decks, a spa, and a movie theater. Schmidt, whose net worth is $58.2 billion, declined to comment on the reason for the sale, though the listing coincides with a surge in the superyacht market.

via Business Insider|

#eric-schmidt #lurssen #luxury-market

real-estate1 year ago•2 min saved

Ken Griffin Exits Chicago, Sells Properties at Significant Loss

Billionaire Ken Griffin has sold his unfinished penthouse at Chicago's No. 9 Walton for $19 million, incurring a 44% loss from his 2017 purchase price of $34 million. This sale is part of Griffin's broader exit from Chicago, following Citadel's headquarters move to Miami and other property sales. The significant markdown highlights struggles in Chicago's luxury real estate market, which Griffin attributes to poor city governance. Despite the losses, Griffin continues to invest in real estate in cities like New York and Miami.

via New York Post |

#chicago #citadel #ken-griffin

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Burberry Ousts CEO After Profit Warning and Sales Slump

Burberry has replaced its CEO, Jonathan Akeroyd, with Joshua Schulman amid disappointing financial results and a significant downturn in the luxury market. The company reported a more than 20% drop in revenue for the latest quarter, suspended its dividend, and warned of potential operating losses. Burberry's shares fell 15% following the announcement.

via The New York Times|

#burberry #business #ceo-change

fashion2 years ago•5 min saved

"Texas Woman's Expertise in Identifying Fake Chanel Handbags Amid Growing Counterfeit Purses"

Zekrayat Husein, known as the 'Coco Chanel of authentication,' has built a business analyzing hundreds of handbags every week and shares her tips for spotting fake Chanel bags, including checking serial numbers, color consistency, material quality, and signs of return fraud. With the secondhand luxury market booming, authenticators like Husein and Michelle Peeters play a crucial role in identifying counterfeit items, while Chanel has been winning lawsuits against consignment sites reselling fraudulent bags and emphasizes the importance of purchasing directly from the brand for assurance of authenticity.

via Daily Mail|

#authentication #chanel #counterfeit

business2 years ago•3 min saved

"Antitrust Lawsuit Alleges Hermès' Unfair Birkin Bag Sales Practices"

Two customers in California have filed an antitrust lawsuit against Hermès, alleging that the company's sales tactics for its coveted Birkin handbags constitute a violation of antitrust law. The customers claim that Hermès requires them to purchase other products before being allowed to buy a Birkin bag, alleging that this tying conduct is anticompetitive. The lawsuit faces challenges in proving Hermès as a monopoly and the illegality of its product tie-in strategy, but it has already drawn attention to the exclusive and elusive nature of Birkin bag purchases.

via CNN|

#antitrust-lawsuit #birkin-bags #business

business2 years ago•1 min saved

Macy's Announces Closure of 150 Stores, Shifts Focus to Luxury Market

Macy's plans to close approximately 150 stores nationwide, focusing on luxury sales and reorganizing its business. The company will pivot to a greater focus on luxury sales, with plans to close "underproductive" locations and expand its Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury brands. CEO Tony Spring stated that the company is making necessary moves to improve customer relationships and shopping experiences. Macy's has been under pressure from investor activists seeking an outright sale of the company, but recently rejected a takeover offer.

via NBC News|

#business #luxury-market #macys

business-luxury-goods2 years ago•1 min saved

"China's Lunar New Year Travel and Spending Trends: A Mixed Bag for Luxury and Recovery"

China's upcoming Lunar New Year holiday is expected to boost the luxury goods market as consumers are anticipated to splurge on high-end items, signaling a potential fresh start for the industry. This surge in consumer spending during the holiday period could provide a much-needed economic recovery for luxury brands, particularly in light of the challenges posed by the pandemic.

via Financial Times|

#business-luxury-goods #china #chinese-new-year

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Estee Lauder's Workforce Cut Spurs Stock Surge

Estee Lauder plans to cut 3% to 5% of its global workforce due to squeezed margins from reduced demand for luxury products in China, leading to a surge in shares. The company witnessed a small reduction in market share in China and expects to incur charges before taxes. Its annual profit forecast was also lowered for the second time as U.S. business slowed down, while L'Oreal's shares have outperformed Estee Lauder's stock since 2022.

via Reuters|

#business #china #estee-lauder

real-estate2 years ago•3 min saved

2024 Housing Market Predictions: Lower Prices, Higher Sales, and Lingering Affordability Crisis

Real estate experts predict that in 2024, buyers who left the market due to high interest rates will re-enter, interest rates will eventually fall, it will be a good market for foreign buyers, inventory will pick back up, and the luxury market will continue to thrive. Additionally, real estate prices may dip but are expected to go up again, and fixer-uppers may become more attractive to buyers compared to turnkey properties.

via GOBankingRates|

#housing-market #interest-rates #inventory

real-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

Luxury Market Thrives Amidst Record Low U.S. Home Sales

Despite a 13-year low in overall home sales and an increase in existing home prices, the luxury real estate market remains strong. In the third quarter of 2023, the luxury market grew at three times the rate of the mainstream market, with a record high median price of $1.1 million, up 9 percent from last year. Cash purchases accounted for 42.5 percent of luxury home sales, allowing wealthy buyers to weather high mortgage rates. Affluent Americans continue to spend big due to pandemic savings and resilient housing and stock values.

via Robb Report|

#cash-purchases #high-net-worth-buyers #home-prices

real-estate3 years ago•2 min saved

Elton John's Atlanta Condo Sells for Record-Breaking Price

Elton John's Atlanta condo has sold for $7.225 million, 45% over the asking price, after only a few weeks on the market. The four-bedroom unit, which served as the singer's U.S. home base, attracted significant interest due to its unique floor plan and connection to John. The buyer, who remains unidentified, paid in cash and is a local resident. The sale is one of the priciest condo sales in Atlanta's history and highlights the softening luxury market in the city.

via Mansion Global|

#atlanta #cash-buyer #condo

fashion3 years ago•3 min saved

Meghan Markle's Potential Fashion Deal with Dior Raises Eyebrows.

Rumors are circulating that Meghan Markle may sign a contract with Dior, making her the face of the brand and earning her a reported $20 million over three years. This move comes after the cancellation of her podcast and negative publicity surrounding her and Prince Harry's relationship with the royal family. Dior has a history of high-profile celebrity spokespeople, and the brand's recent appointment of Thai actors as ambassadors highlights the growing luxury market in Asia.

via Euronews|

#celebrity-endorsement #dior #fashion

fashion3 years ago•4 min saved

Louis Vuitton's Pre-Fall 2023 Show in Seoul wows with star-studded after party.

Louis Vuitton held its first womenswear show in South Korea, showcasing its Pre-fall 2023 collection on Seoul's Jamsugyo Bridge. The event marked a milestone for both the luxury brand and the city, which has yet to become a regular stop on the fashion industry's schedule. The show was overseen by Nicolas Ghesquière, Louis Vuitton's artistic director for womenswear, and attended by a star-studded audience, including Chloe Grace Moretz and Jaden Smith. Louis Vuitton has been expanding its presence in South Korea, which is now the world's biggest luxury shopping market, with an annual spend of $325 per capita.

via CNN|

#fashion #fashion-show #louis-vuitton