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From shoeboxes to Sotheby's: How sneakers took over the luxury market

The rare and vintage sneaker resale market has exploded from stored-away shoeboxes to become a global multi-billion euro industry, with designers, tastemakers, musicians and corporate behemoths all jostling to buy and sell their soles.

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Geneva Watch Days 2024: Over 50 brands unveil stunning creations

Geneva Watch Days 2024, held from 29 August to 2 September, showcased over 50 brands, unveiling new creations and innovations in the world of luxury watchmaking.

Lifestyle

Geneva Watch Days: Why women rule the world

At Geneva Watch Days, women's watchmaking is poised to become the star attraction of tomorrow as brands look to make up for lost time and revenue.

Lifestyle

Geneva Watch Days: Where watchmaking excellence meets innovation

Every year Geneva Watch Days brings together tens of thousands of watch collectors and enthusiasts around 52 brands for an experience which is becoming a major fixture on the watchmaking diary.

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Take a look at the uber-luxury supercars up for sale at Salon Privé

New fabulous four-wheeled supercars worth millions can be seen this weekend at the exclusive Salon Prive motor show at Blenheim Palace.

Business

Demand for luxury declining? LVMH half-year net profit drops 14%

Shares in LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE fell nearly 5% on Wednesday morning after the luxury goods company failed to cheer investors with its latest results.

Business

Champagne makers vote for smaller harvests as sales lose their fizz

Champagne producers have also come under pressure in recent weeks, following China's decision to impose tariffs on the import of luxury goods from the EU.

Business

Hugo Boss joins firms hit by luxury spending depression

The German fashion house has cut its yearly sales guidance due to weaker demand in China.

Business

Burberry boss ousted after profit warning issued amid luxury slowdown

The British fashion house says its quarterly performance is "disappointing" and warns it will miss annual profit forecasts.

Business

Mulberry hopes to bag a winner with new CEO after sales fall

Mulberry's share price has fallen 39% since January, amid a global decline in the luxury sector, mainly driven by shoppers from Asia cutting back.

Business

Aston Martin reveals new sports car inspired by racing star

Luxury British carmaker Aston Martin reveals its limited edition 'Valiant' model, saying it expects deliveries to start towards the end of the year.

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Everything you missed on day two of Paris Haute Couture Week

Day two of Paris Haute Couture brought champagne celebrations, theatrical elegance and timeless tailoring from the likes of Giorgio Armani, Stéphane Rolland and Alexis Mabille.

Business

Cannes Lions 2024: Here’s what to expect

The global advertising and communications business is descending on the French Riviera to thrash out the future of creativity at Cannes Lions 2024.

Markets

Europe's luxury stocks set for growth challenges in the year ahead

Major European luxury stocks have been experiencing a slowdown in growth amid softened global purchasing power, particularly in China.

Business

Cartier-owner Richemont names new CEO amid luxury slowdown

The Swiss group will transfer Nicolas Bos from Van Cleef & Arpels as part of a restructuring process.

Business

Decline in luxury spending spells trouble for Burberry's bottom line

The British fashion brand announces plummeting profits, with particularly poor sales reported in China.

Business

Losses balloon at luxury car maker Aston Martin as SUV sales plunge

The luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin reveals it has sunk £139m (€162.52m) into red during opening quarter

Markets

LVMH stock falls as consumers rein in spending on luxury goods

LVMH shares fell at market close on Tuesday after the company failed to cheer investors with its latest financial results.

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Watches and Wonders 2024: elite of watchmaking unveil their creations in Geneva

Delve into the world of watchmaking at Watches and Wonders 2024 and discover the latest trends and technologies driving the industry.

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What women want: How Swiss watchmakers are courting the female market

Watchmakers are increasingly aware of the growing voices of female collectors. At Watches and Wonders Geneva, we look at the latest women’s and gender-fluid timepieces.