🔮💎 What The Luxe #93
Shining a bright light on luxury
Dear all,
In this issue of What The Luxe, we're shining a light on the bright spots of the luxury market.
First up, the 'mob wife' aesthetic is making a splash, bringing a sense of bold, confident style to the forefront. Meanwhile, the jazz era's influence on luxury signifies a revival of classic elegance, reminding us that some styles are timeless.
It's not just about fashion; it's a celebration of fearless self-expression. These are signals of a positive, vibrant future for luxury fashion.
Secondly, in the world of marketing and advertising, the return of Kim Kardashian as Balenciaga's ambassador and Gucci's climb to the top of the Vogue Business Index radiate success and confidence.
These moves are about creating and maintaining a powerful, optimistic brand image that resonates with consumers worldwide. It's a testament to the enduring allure of luxury brands and their ability to adapt and thrive in the digital age.
Lastly, the luxury experience is also riding this wave of optimism. Tiffany & Co.'s new flagship store on Alibaba’s Tmall Luxury Pavilion and Jacquemus' enchanting showcase in Provence are more than just retail expansions; they represent a bright, hopeful future for luxury retail.
These brands are creating immersive, memorable experiences that go beyond shopping, embodying the essence of what it means to indulge in luxury.
I hope this newsletter will inspire you, surprise you and make you think… What the Luxe?!
Cheers,
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💡 Products & Trends
- Why is the 'mob wife' fashion aesthetic gaining momentum?
- TAG Heuer Relaunches Eyewear With Three New Lines
- Beauty and Wellbeing Trends for 2024
- The next iteration of quiet luxury? The jazz era.
- Wellness is Gen Z's latest obsession
📺 Marketing and Advertising
- Kim Kardashian returns as Balenciaga ambassador
- Gucci ranks ahead of Dior in Vogue Business Index
- TikTok Shop or Instagram, paid or organic? Fashion and beauty executives compare strategies
🛍️ Experience & Retail
- Jacquemus brings stars and surrealism to Provence
- Tiffany & Co. opens flagship store on Alibaba’s Tmall Luxury Pavilion
- Why Jimmy Choo, the Man, Opened a Fashion School
🌲 Sustainability & Purpose
- Diana Ross revealed as muse of Saint Laurent - the end of ageism in fashion?
- Porsche Just Unveiled Details for the First All-Electric Macan
- Tarte launches global 'Kindness Tour' for 25th anniversary
💼 Business & Finance
- LVMH’s annual earnings signal current direction of the luxury goods market
- Elon Musk loses title as world’s richest person to LVMH's Bernard Arnault
- Balmain accused of plagiarism
✌🏼 Misc
- Scentbird Unveils Aphrodisiac Fragrances Ahead of Valentine’s Day
- Rapidly growing luxury fashion storage company treats garments like fine art
- Hublot’s latest watch costs $290,000 and it does not have a dial, hands or a rotor.
Long form content (>1min)
Van Cleef & Arpels - Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels ( 3m28 )
Balmain - The Balmain Army shows out to support Olivier Rousteing's return to Men's Fashion Week ( 1m )
Balenciaga - Balenciaga Closet Campaign ( 1m )
Short form content (<1min)
Valentino - Valentino Le Salon ( 25s )
"I'm not a fashion designer" Pharrell Williams on His Role at Louis Vuitton ( 36s )
Sephora - Trending fragrances from Sephora. #fragrances ( 24s )
Prada - Fragments of individuality ( 11s )
On top of the regular What The Luxe, I share deep-dives on hot topics in the luxury industry with the Premium subscribers.
Check the full list of Special Reports.
Here are the latest special reports:
- 01 - Luxury & Purpose
- 02 - Luxury & Holidays / Gifting
- 03 - Luxury & Craftsmanship
- 04 - Luxury Private Labels
- 05 - What is luxury?
- 06 - Luxury & Data
- 07 - Luxury & Augmented Reality (AR)
- 08 - 8 Luxury Trends for 2021
- 09 - The State of Luxury Videos
- 10 - Luxury & Podcasts
- 11 - Luxury, Crypto & Blockchain
- 12 - Luxury & Live video
- 13 - Learnings from 100 luxury pandemic campaigns
- 14 - Data & insights guide (part 1)
- 15 - Data & insights guide (part 2)
- 16 - Data & insights guide (part 3)
- 17 - Luxury & Nostalgia
- 18 - Luxury & The Web3
- 19 - Luxury & Storytelling (Long Form Videos)
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