Brands
Profiles and features on the brands shaping style and taste.
Luxury Market Shifts to Experiences as Goods Decline
The average selling price of luxury products declined by 3 percent in the second quarter, even as global brands committed over $48 million to new luxury hospitality ventures in a single development in
David's Bridal Anticipates Taylor Swift Inspired Gown Demand
David's Bridal is already preparing for a surge in demand for gowns inspired by Taylor Swift, anticipating the 'Swift-Kelce Effect' will reshape 2026 wedding trends, according to The Pantagraph .
Fast fashion's low prices hide a massive landfill crisis.
Less than 1% of the material used for clothing is recycled into new clothing, leading to over $100 billion in lost material value annually, according to the Geneva Environment Network .
Circular Fashion: Consumer Actions for a Sustainable Wardrobe
The simple act of selling an unwanted shirt online or donating it to a shelter prevents significant resource use, pesticides, and fertilizers, directly lowering carbon emissions and pollution.
Luxury Brands Tap Intellectuals, Shaping Future Marketing
In 2024, Valentino backed the international Booker Prize Ceremony, a significant move for a luxury brand typically associated with haute couture.
Veronica Beard Opens New Boutique at Palmer Square in Princeton
Hermès, with only three other U.
Leading Eco-Conscious Accessory Brands
Despite 60% of consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products, according to NielsenIQ, only 10% can accurately identify truly eco-conscious brands, according to Greenwashing Index.
ESW powers global expansion for beauty and fashion brands
Indie skincare brand GlowLabs expanded into 15 new international markets within eight months using ESW, a process that typically takes 2-3 years, according to Brand Interview .
GU partners with luxury designer for $18 jeans
Uniqlo's sister brand GU has hired a former Marni designer to create jeans for global success at just $18 a pair, according to Briefs Finance .
Brands Seekers launches AI stylist for luxury fashion shoppers
On July 4, 2026, Brands Seekers launched an AI personal stylist, offering personalized luxury fashion recommendations in 41 languages across 150+ countries, according to Biotech .
Luxury Brands Craft Immersive Experiences for Lifestyle Engagement
A full luxury villa with a pool, kitchen, and shared living space costing $2,000 per night can drop to just $250 per person when split eight ways, making high-end travel surprisingly accessible.
Chinese bag brands challenge accessible luxury with value
On China's massive Tmall platform, domestic leather goods labels like Songmont now outsell established global rivals, signaling a profound shift in consumer preference and market power.
Richemont sells Baume & Mercier to Italy's Damiani
A 196-year-old Swiss watchmaker, Baume & Mercier, has been shed by luxury titan Richemont, signaling that even deep heritage isn't enough to secure a place in top-tier portfolios, according to a Damia
Luxury Brands Lag in AI for Consumer Discovery Amid Market Shift
In 2024, the luxury market shrunk by 2%, resulting in the loss of approximately 50 million consumers, according to Vogue .
Saks Global rebrands to Exemplar Luxury Group post-bankruptcy
Fresh out of Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Saks Global, now Exemplar Luxury Group, plans to purchase over $3 billion of luxury goods annually at cost for its flagship brands, according to WWD .
Exemplar Luxury Group Emerges After Saks Bankruptcy
After years of financial turmoil, Saks Global, once drowning in debt, slashed 75% of its liabilities and secured $500 million in new financing.
Top 10 Emerging Sustainable Fashion Brands Redefining Style in 2026
Last year, sales of ethically produced clothing grew 25% globally, even as overall fashion market growth stagnated.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas named Rolex global brand ambassador
Despite being named a global brand ambassador for Rolex, Priyanka Chopra Jonas will only officially become a 'Testimonee' for the iconic watchmaker in 2026.
Prada's Luxury Spacesuit Tech Boosts NASA Innovation
At the lunar South Pole, where temperatures can fluctuate by 400 degrees Fahrenheit between sunlit and shadowed areas, NASA astronauts embarking on the Artemis IV mission will soon utilize an inner sp
Vestiaire Collective partners with Zalando for luxury resale
For the first time, Zalando, a retail giant, is allowing an external partner, Vestiaire Collective, to sell authenticated luxury items directly on its platform.
The Rise of Epic Global Adventures in 2026
Nearly 14 percent of luxury travelers would spend over $100,000 on a single trip of a lifetime, signaling a new era for bespoke adventure.
G-III invests $500M in Marc Jacobs deal for expansion
G-III Apparel Group is investing approximately $500 million to fund its portion of the Marc Jacobs deal, contributing to an overall valuation understood to be around $1 billion, according to Vogue .
Gap x Victoria Beckham 2024 Collab: Reshaping Market Strategies
On April 24, 2024, Gap's new capsule collection with Victoria Beckham sold out upon release, generating immediate consumer frenzy.
Luxury Brands Embrace Quiet Luxury and Community in 2026
Virtual luxury goods sales, including NFTs and metaverse wearables, are expected to hit $10 billion by 2026, a staggering increase from just $1.
Luxury brands face demand slump, McKinsey report finds
Just as the Met Gala showcased peak luxury extravagance, a new report from McKinsey reveals the luxury sector is poised to generate less value this year than the last.
Miu Miu Hosts Literary Club Events to Boost Brand Engagement
At Miu Miu's latest Literary Club event in Milan, attendees discussed consent with an author and debated 'Desire After AI,' diverging from typical fashion presentations to explore complex intellectual
VYKO Group Seeks to Unify Irish Luxury Brands Globally
VYKO Group, a new platform for Irish luxury brands, has already reviewed over 500 potential acquisitions and entered discussions with more than 35.
Chanel Tops Lyst Index Q1 2026 Fashion Brands and Trends Report
Matthieu Blazy's Chanel has debuted at No.
Chanel tops Lyst's hottest brands list for Q1 2026
Chanel debuted at No.
Fashion Sustainability: Big Brands Adapt, Pioneers Struggle
Fashion Revolution's UK headquarters, a global advocate for ethical fashion, recently closed due to funding issues ( Good On You ).