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A beautifully crafted, timeless sofa in a sunlit living room, embodying sustainable interior design trends focused on longevity and natural materials.
Design

Longevity shapes sustainable interior design trends

A client recently spent $2,900 on two couches in three years before investing $2,400 in a single handcrafted sofa.

Luca Bianchi·Apr 18
Bride in a voluminous strapless tulle gown with delicate floral lace trim, embodying romantic nostalgia at Spring 2026 Bridal Fashion Week.
Fashion

Spring 2026 Bridal Fashion Week Embraces Romantic Nostalgic Trends

At WED's Spring 2026 show, a strapless gown in voluminous, stiff tulle with a draped flag hem was trimmed not with expected silk, but with delicate floral lace, marking a sophisticated return to roman

Adrianne Cole·Apr 18
Models in Paris and Los Angeles showcase refined Spring 2026 fashion trends, including bootcut jeans and V-neck sweaters, emphasizing practical elegance and enduring style.
Trends

Paris, LA Embrace Refined Styles, V-Cut Flats for Spring 2026

For Spring 2026, the fashion world, from Paris to Los Angeles, champions the bootcut jean and the V-neck sweater over radical new designs.

Oliver Dane·Apr 17
The Bvlgari Serpenti Aeterna high jewellery necklace featuring seven pear-shaped diamonds totaling 140 carats, with a rigid bangle design.
Accessories

Bvlgari Unveils Next Evolution of Serpenti Aeterna Collection

The new Bvlgari Serpenti Aeterna high jewellery necklace features seven pear-shaped diamonds totaling an astonishing 140 carats, according to watchadvice.

Oliver Dane·Apr 17
5 Common Fitness Plateaus and How The Rei Pilates Method's Biohacking Approach Breaks Through
Trends

5 Common Fitness Plateaus and How The Rei Pilates Method's Biohacking Approach Breaks Through

Fitness plateaus occur when your body adapts to your routine, causing progress to stop and leading to frustration. The Rei Pilates Method offers a scientific, biohacking approach to break through these barriers by addressing root causes beyond just training harder.

Sponsored·Jun 14
Models on a fashion runway wearing vibrant pink and lime green taffeta bubble skirts, showcasing the bold silhouettes of Spring/Summer 2026 fashion.
Trends

Spring Summer 2026 fashion bursts with vibrant colors and updated silhouettes.

At Prada's Spring/Summer 2026 show, taffeta bubble-gum pink and lime-green crumpled bubble skirts defied gravity.

Adrianne Cole·Apr 17
Representatives from Kering and ICCF Group shaking hands in a modern boardroom, symbolizing a significant investment in the Chinese luxury brand Icicle.
Brands

Kering invests in Icicle owner ICCF Group

Last year, Chinese luxury brand Icicle generated over EUR300 million (USD324 million) in global revenue, a figure that recently attracted a minority investment from luxury giant Kering in its owner, ICCF Group.

Oliver Dane·Apr 17
Kering executive and ICCF Group representative sealing a deal, symbolizing a partnership between Western luxury and Chinese fashion with the Icicle brand.
Brands

Kering acquires minority stake in Icicle owner ICCF Group

At its Capital Markets Day in Florence, Kering CEO Luca de Meo announced a minority investment in Chinese fashion group ICCF, owner of luxury label Icicle.

Oliver Dane·Apr 17
A model walks the runway at New York Bridal Fashion Week Spring 2027, wearing a strapless gown featuring a unique 'cat-eye' neckline, embodying modern romance.
Fashion

New York Bridal Fashion Week Spring 2027 Trends Embrace Romance

For Spring 2027, New York bridal designers are resurrecting the strapless gown, but with entirely new necklines like the 'cat-eye' and 'dew drop.

Adrianne Cole·Apr 16
Close-up of sparkling Simone I. Smith hoop earrings, including a pair similar to Oprah Winfrey's favorite, displayed on a velvet cushion with soft lighting.
Accessories

Simone I. Smith offers 50% off hoop earrings, including Oprah's pick

Simone I. Smith offers 50% off many hoop earrings.

Oliver Dane·Apr 16
A close-up of a premium skincare product on display at Sephora during the Savings Event, highlighting exclusive deals for Rouge members.
Beauty

Sephora Savings Event 2026: Rouge Members Score Top Deals Now

During Sephora's current Savings Event, Rouge members can snag a Dr.

Sofia Mendes·Apr 16
A deserted luxury shopping street in a Middle Eastern city, reflecting the impact of geopolitical turmoil on high-end sales.
Brands

Middle East luxury sales drop amid geopolitical turmoil

LVMH's Fashion & Leather Goods business segment, a historical powerhouse, recorded its first year-on-year decline in the first quarter, dropping 9% amidst Middle East geopolitical tensions.

Oliver Dane·Apr 16
An Expert's Advice from HiFi Centre: Overlooked Details in High-End Audio Investments
Design

An Expert's Advice from HiFi Centre: Overlooked Details in High-End Audio Investments

Achieving a truly transformative high-end audio experience goes beyond expensive components; it hinges on system synergy, meticulous acoustics, and expert calibration. Vancouver's HiFi Centre emphasizes these overlooked details to turn a collection of electronics into a breathtaking performance.

Sponsored·Jun 14
A sophisticated AI interface on a screen, showcasing personalized fashion recommendations and data streams, symbolizing Rent the Runway's technological advancements.
Fashion

Rent the Runway's AI algorithm boosts fashion recommendations and efficiency

Rent the Runway, which previously faced a $69.

Adrianne Cole·Apr 15
Models showcase muted pastel and traditional lace wedding dresses on a New York Bridal Fashion Week runway, highlighting Spring 2027 trends.
Fashion

New York Bridal Fashion Week Spotlights Muted Hues for Spring 2027

New York Bridal Fashion Week Spring 2027 unveiled 96 pivotal looks, signaling a nuanced evolution in wedding dress trends.

Adrianne Cole·Apr 15
Lisa Hanna, the former beauty queen and politician, launches her new luxury skincare line, Lisa Hanna Beauty, focusing on elegant aging and philanthropy.
Beauty

Lisa Hanna enters skincare market with new beauty brand

Lisa Hanna's new luxury skincare line, Lisa Hanna Beauty, will donate 5 percent of its profits to her foundation, intertwining high-end beauty with a direct philanthropic mission.

Sofia Mendes·Apr 14
Models walk the runway at Rio Fashion Week, showcasing sustainable designs with Christ the Redeemer in the background, highlighting Brazil's growing eco-fashion influence.
Fashion

Rio Fashion Week boosts Brazil's economy with global appeal

This year, 40% of collections at Rio Fashion Week showcased sustainable materials, a significant leap from last year's 25%, according to the ABIT Report.

Adrianne Cole·Apr 14
Opulent but empty luxury shopping mall in Dubai, reflecting a significant drop in sales and visitor numbers due to regional conflict.
Brands

Luxury brands face profit squeeze as UAE malls feel Iran conflict impact

Sales at Dubai's Mall of the Emirates plummeted by 30% to 50% in March, a direct consequence of the escalating Iran conflict.

Luca Bianchi·Apr 14
Bridal runway show contrasting dramatic 'Wuthering Heights' inspired gowns with minimalist 'Love Story' inspired slip dresses for Spring 2027.
Fashion

New York Bridal Fashion Week Unveils Spring 2027 Trends

Wedding dress designers at New York Bridal Fashion Week for Spring 2027 presented collections inspired by both the windswept romance of 'Wuthering Heights' and the understated chic of 'Love Story'.

Adrianne Cole·Apr 14
The 7 Best Meal Prep Solutions from bon COOK for Effortless Batch Cooking (2026 Guide)
Food

The 7 Best Meal Prep Solutions from bon COOK for Effortless Batch Cooking (2026 Guide)

This guide explores bon COOK's seven essential tools, blending French culinary design with modern material science, to transform batch cooking from a chore into an effortless and enjoyable process. It highlights how their innovative ecosystem of products makes healthy, convenient home meals achievable.

Sponsored·Jun 11
Student models proudly display unique, eco-friendly fashion creations made from recycled materials on a museum runway.
Collections

Young At Art Museum students showcase sustainable designs

At the Young At Art Museum's recent fashion show, 16-year-old Maya Rodriguez unveiled 'Ocean's Embrace,' a stunning gown crafted entirely from reclaimed fishing nets and plastic debris.

Adrianne Cole·Apr 13
Models walk the runway in San Antonio wearing Latin-inspired fashion designs during a pre-Fiesta show.
Fashion

San Antonio designers showcase Latin-inspired fashion at Fiesta show

Days before San Antonio's iconic Fiesta officially begins, local designers unveiled a runway show featuring Latin American-inspired fashion, signaling a fresh take on the city's beloved celebration.

Adrianne Cole·Apr 13
Empty luxury storefronts in a Dubai mall, symbolizing a sharp decline in sales due to regional tensions and conflict.
Brands

Regional tensions send luxury brand sales tumbling in UAE

In March 2026, sales at Dubai's Mall of the Emirates plummeted by 30% to 50% compared to last year, a stark indicator of how quickly regional tensions, including the Iran conflict, are reshaping globa

Oliver Dane·Apr 13
Lauren Conrad in her 40s, showcasing her radiant skin and natural beauty, with elements of her healthy lifestyle visible.
Beauty

Lauren Conrad reveals her 40s beauty routine and diet secrets

At 40, former reality star Lauren Conrad starts her day with a green smoothie and prioritizes 8 hours of sleep, a surprisingly simple regimen that underpins her radiant, age-defying look.

Sofia Mendes·Apr 13
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