Luxury

[ The 79th Cannes Film Festival centres on prestigious film screenings. That is the official mission. Yet, for the 40,000 accredited attendees — and the thousands more who descend on the French Riviera without a screening pass — the week offers a second, equally rich cultural experience built on fashion and the vibrant lifestyle of

[ Mainstream cinema no longer shapes cultural conversations in the way it once did. Instead, mainstream cinema increasingly recycles familiar intellectual property, while riskier or more socially observant storytelling migrates toward television, limited series and prestige streaming. While films once acted as major sites of cultural commentary and social reflection, the resurgence of sequels, biopics

[ Luxury Houses have long had a symbiotic relationship with art to inform creative directions and reinforce cultural credibility. Increasingly, collaborations are shifting beyond aesthetic-level sponsorships into something more conversational and Longchamp’s partnership with Kyotographie 2026 reflects this transition. For the first time, Longchamp is partnering with the Kyoto International Photography Festival, presenting Kenyan artist

[ What is the value of a brand? For most of Swiss watchmaking, the answer really might go all the way to 100. To be interested in any given watch, you have to first know about it and name recognition plays a big role there, obviously. This can lead to some awkward moments – the

[ Infinite Gallop – 100X130 There is an unmistakably cinematic quality to the horses of Chinese contemporary artist Ma Dongmin. Rendered in layered blue hues, his equine figures emerge through mist-like textures and blurred contours, hovering between states. This tension between stillness and release forms the conceptual backbone of Fire Horse – The Decisive Moment,

[ There’s a particular kind of disappointment that comes from attending an “exclusive” event that turns out to be ordinary. The flowers are nice. The canapés are fine. But something about it feels less like a special occasion and more like a corporate function with better lighting. Genuine luxury is harder to manufacture than most

[ In the world of high-end entrepreneurship, there is a fine line between a vision that transforms an industry and a project that consumes resources. On a platform like LUXUO, we often celebrate the finished product. We look at the architectural marvels, the limited edition horology, and the bespoke travel experiences that define a life

[ We usually define luxury by what we can touch. We think about the weight of a gold timepiece, the scent of hand-stitched leather, or the silent glide of a high-performance engine. But as the global landscape shifts, the definition of true opulence is moving away from the material and toward the intellectual. Honestly, perhaps

[ There’s a version of corporate innovation that looks great in a deck. A dedicated lab. Cross-functional sprints. A VP with “transformation” in the title and a budget to match. Companies have been running this playbook for years and a surprising number walk away with very little to show for it beyond a few unused

[ The Leopard 52 had its world and US premieres in late 2025 A world premiere at Cannes Yachting Festival 2025 andSailing Catamaran 14-18m winner at Yacht Style Awards 2026, the all-new Leopard 52 replaces the 50 as the flagship of the brand’s range of sailing catamarans, which like its powercats, are built in South

[ Patek Philippe, 5840P Patek Philippe‘s showing at Watches and Wonders this year was one of its most ambitious in recent memory. So much so that they took home the distinction of being the Maison with the largest number of references released at the fair—with over 20. They showcased a quartet of Nautilus anniversary editions

[ DSTB 42 42mm in Platinum In the rarefied world of haute horlogerie, few names claim a legacy as direct and intellectually significant as Arnold & Son. Unlike heritage revival brands that merely reference a historic name, Arnold & Son functions as a modern, independent manufacture that actively re-engineers its 260-year legacy into singular, 21st-century

[ Instead of honing in on curated Mother’s Day exclusives from selected brands, LUXUO shifts the focus to recent and seasonal launches that are most suited for gifting and celebrating mothers across ages and demographics. For the mothers looking to expand on their current make-up essentials and enhance everyday routines; to those drawn to indulgent

[ Patek Philippe Complicated Desk Clock Ref. 27000M-001 Since the early part of the 20th century, the traditional watchmaking conversation has been dominated by what we wear on our wrists. It is hard to imagine that clockmaking and watchmaking are not synonymous today, or that the wristwatch is not the only form a wearable watch

[ With a wave of new design announcements emerging from Milan Design Week 2026, much of the work remains yet to be fully seen. For design aficionados navigating the sheer volume of output, the question becomes what is truly worth attention. LUXUO has collated a selection of expressive works that stand out for their conceptual

[ Amid growing scrutiny over its commercial entanglements and escalating displays of wealth, the Met Gala continues to expand beyond its curatorial origins — setting the stage for a theme that is as open to interpretation as it is ambiguous. For context, as of May 2026, Jeff Bezos — founder and executive chair of Amazon

[ RIVES “Mafia” campaign, shot with real clients of the house. With the rise of streetwear, sportswear and a broader casualisation of dress codes in business and social settings, the suit is no longer part of everyday dressing, but reserved for formal or professional occasions. The question many tailoring houses are grappling with is no

[ Angel Zhou, President of Sales for Asia, Benetti Having been appointed late last year, can you clarify your roles and responsibilities at Benetti? As the President of Sales for Asia, my mandate covers the entire Asia region, with a focus on mature markets including Hong Kong, Singapore and mainland China, as well as high-growth

[ Bvlgari Hotel Beijing is located by the Liangma river in the leafy embassy district of Beijing (Photo: Courtesy of Bvlgari Hotel Beijing) Peals of laughter drift over from the opposite riverbank. I see two children running around while their parents look on. A flash of yellow passes by as a canoe glides on the

[ Cosmetic surgery has gained immense popularity in Western Europe, but the rising costs are often prohibitive. Procedures like rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and liposuction can run into tens of thousands of euros, making them unaffordable for many people. In addition to high costs, long waiting times and limited accessibility to top surgeons have led many