Men’s fashion brand Canali continues to excel in its ‘made in Italy’ bespoke tailoring for the Indian men’s market…but is it only for India or for the entire world?
The luxury retail scene in Middle East is as volatile as it can get in the current economic scenario. While older players resume their supremacy, younger entrants are getting ready to shake their foundation. Will family businesses still dominate the retail landscape in the GCC?
There are very few individuals who leave an indelible mark on people and in the industry they strive for. Adriana Mulassano is one of them. A strong hand in yesteryears for today’s elite designers and a silent observer of all that is happening…she is one woman who never lets her passion for fashion die out, even at the prime age of 72!
A round-up of the recently held London Fashion Week, enjoy the journey as we meander through catwalks, collections, ambience and more!
Art and antiquities are more than just a chronicle of history. They are a source of national pride and a reminder of how much the civilisation has progressed. It is this ‘power of knowledge’ which has led to many bitter battles over the ownership of these heritage pieces…
Luxury brands have built their impressive heritage over a long period of time by keeping some interesting personalities under their fold. But what is the limit?
Gift shopping? If you are a luxury brand, this is the apt time to turn to e-retailing. And if you are the luxury enthusiast, then no need to leave the warmth of your blanket to shop for your loved ones now!
Women entrepreneurs are a rarely seen breed. While the developed world is increasingly becoming a cauldron of women talent, emerging markets line Middle East, China, India and North Africa are yet to join the race…
It’s a mad world out there! While pretty models strut around in beautifully created garments for you, you barely even have time to register the catwalk! That’s the world behind fashion – hectic, crazy and a gamble at that!
Luxury fashion houses are slowly digitizing themselves with Burberry being the most apt example. Is this check-inspired UK based brand showing us the future through its strategy for London Fashion Week?
Is haute couture losing its meaning as luxury fashion houses bend down to include the masses and e-commerce, and hence, make more money in the process? Is there a better initiative to help luxury fashion houses bypass the economic crisis and retain their exclusivity as well?
The time has come for us to look beyond our backyards, and see the potential that luxury brands have in the Middle East.
The watch industry, on June 28, 2010, has lost an essential timepiece of its soul. HH Alexandra Orloff pens down a special tribute for Mr Nicolas Hayek, Founder of Swatch Group.
Two cultures, two different games. China and India have become an obsession for European luxury companies.
It is imperative that like other industries, the luxury industry has changed too, to adapt itself to a global phenomena. Luxury is transforming and gaining various meanings from culture to culture.
