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Is Luxury Recession-Proof?
With the risk of global downturn rising by the day, the fate of luxury brands depends heavily on their positioning, writes Pierre Mallevays.

Is Luxury Recession-Proof?
With the risk of global downturn rising by the day, the fate of luxury brands depends heavily on their positioning, writes Pierre Mallevays.

Could Exotic Skins Go the Same Way as Fur?
While some companies have denounced the use of crocodile, snake and ostrich skins to make high-end leather goods, others are doubling down on the product category.

Could Exotic Skins Go the Same Way as Fur?
While some companies have denounced the use of crocodile, snake and ostrich skins to make high-end leather goods, others are doubling down on the product category.

Are Hermès’ Sales Tactics a Problem in China?
Chinese luxury consumers say they feel increasingly pressured to buy other items before being offered the chance to nab sought-after Birkin and Kelly bags. The sales tactic is reportedly on the rise at brands like Celine and Rolex, too.

Are Hermès’ Sales Tactics a Problem in China?
Chinese luxury consumers say they feel increasingly pressured to buy other items before being offered the chance to nab sought-after Birkin and Kelly bags. The sales tactic is reportedly on the rise at brands like Celine and Rolex, too.

What Makes a Luxury Beauty Brand?
New beauty lines gravitate toward “affordable” or “luxury” branding, but often get stuck somewhere in between. Finding a way out of the mushy middle requires a unique product and attention to detail.

What Makes a Luxury Beauty Brand?
New beauty lines gravitate toward “affordable” or “luxury” branding, but often get stuck somewhere in between. Finding a way out of the mushy middle requires a unique product and attention to detail.

War and Contagion Strike Again
For luxury shares, the early 2000s offer a guide to the present moment. But this time around, things may be much worse, writes Pierre Mallevays.

War and Contagion Strike Again
For luxury shares, the early 2000s offer a guide to the present moment. But this time around, things may be much worse, writes Pierre Mallevays.

From Luxury to High Street, All Eyes On the USA
Fashion brands that looked to China to drive growth for much of the last decade are leaning into the opportunity in the United States.

From Luxury to High Street, All Eyes On the USA
Fashion brands that looked to China to drive growth for much of the last decade are leaning into the opportunity in the United States.

Ukraine War: Fast Retailing Pledges to Stay in Russia
The Uniqlo owner said it will continue to operate in Russia, even international pressure in response to the country’s invasion of Ukraine sees waves of companies pull out.

Ukraine War: Fast Retailing Pledges to Stay in Russia
The Uniqlo owner said it will continue to operate in Russia, even international pressure in response to the country’s invasion of Ukraine sees waves of companies pull out.

Unpacking Luxury’s Response to the War in Ukraine
Whether or not brands keep doing business in Russia is largely being driven by logistical challenges rather than moral commitments.

Unpacking Luxury’s Response to the War in Ukraine
Whether or not brands keep doing business in Russia is largely being driven by logistical challenges rather than moral commitments.

Rich Russians Spend Big on Luxury to Stop Savings Melting Away
As sanctions take their toll, Russia’s wealthy are turning to luxury jewellery and watches in a bid to preserve the value of their savings.

Rich Russians Spend Big on Luxury to Stop Savings Melting Away
As sanctions take their toll, Russia’s wealthy are turning to luxury jewellery and watches in a bid to preserve the value of their savings.

‘Our Creativity Is Impossible to Kill’
As Ukraine faces its darkest hour, the country’s fashion community is asking the wider industry to act.

‘Our Creativity Is Impossible to Kill’
As Ukraine faces its darkest hour, the country’s fashion community is asking the wider industry to act.