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    VENINI: When Murano Glass Becomes Art

    September 13, 2026 - By 

    By Shubham Kumar Some objects are made to be used. Others become part of design history. VENINI sits somewhere in between. Founded in Murano in 1921 by Milanese lawyer Paolo Venini and Venetian antique dealer Giacomo Cappellin, VENINI began with an ambitious idea: to bring together the centuries-old knowledge of Murano glassmaking with the ideas of artists, architects and designers. That philosophy still defines the house today. Every piece begins with glass, but its final character comes from the relationship between the designer and the master glassmaker. Working with molten glass requires precision, timing and experience. The material is constantly…

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    Julie Kegels Wins the LVMH Prize 2026

    September 9, 2026 - By 

    Belgian designer Julie Kegels has won the LVMH Prize 2026, marking the 13th edition of one of fashion’s most important awards for emerging talent. The final took place on 4 September 2026 at Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris, after more than 2,400 applicationswere received for this year’s competition. Twenty designers were selected for the semi-final, with nine ultimately reaching the final. Kegels, who founded her eponymous womenswear label, was recognised for her contemporary and multifaceted approach to womenswear, with individuality at the centre of her work. She receives a €400,000 prize and one year of tailored mentorship from LVMH experts. The Karl Lagerfeld Prize went to Lii, founded by Chinese…

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    Why Cultural Literacy Matters More Than Following Trends

    September 7, 2026 - By 

    In fast-moving industries such as fashion, luxury, marketing, and design, it is easy to believe that staying informed means following everything that is happening right now. Social media makes this even more intense. Every day brings a new collection, campaign, creator, trend, collaboration, or cultural conversation. Keeping up can feel like an essential part of being relevant. But following trends and understanding culture are not the same thing.Trends tell us what is currently attracting attention. Cultural literacy helps us understand why. This difference matters because trends are temporary. They can appear quickly and disappear just as fast. Culture, however, is…

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    Hennessy’s First Ready-to-Serve Cocktails

    July 18, 2026 - By 

    For more than 260 years, Hennessy has built its reputation on craftsmanship, heritage, and exceptional cognac. That is why the launch of Hennessy Very Special Cocktails feels significant. It is the Maison’s first-ever ready-to-serve cocktail collection, marking a new chapter for one of the world’s most iconic luxury spirits brands. Available exclusively in the United States, the collection features three cocktails Henny-Rita, Henny Berry, and Henny Iced Tea each crafted around Hennessy Very Special Cognac. Instead of using cans, Hennessy chose premium 375 ml glass bottles, reinforcing that this is a luxury product designed for sharing rather than a typical ready-to-drink beverage. At first…

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    LVMH Announces the 20 Semi-Finalists for the 2026 LVMH Prize

    February 10, 2026 - By 

    LVMH has officially revealed the 20 young fashion houses shortlisted for the semi-final of the 13th edition of the LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers, to be held on 4 and 5 March 2026 in Paris. This year’s edition once again confirms the global reach and relevance of the Prize. More than 2,400 designers from around the world applied, making it one of the most competitive platforms for emerging fashion talent today. From this pool, 20 brands were selected, representing 17 different countries, including Georgia, Kenya, and Thailand for the first time. The diversity of this shortlist reflects a broader shift in contemporary fashion. The…

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    Hermès Quietly Introduces the Kelly Constellation for Ultra-VIP Clients

    January 29, 2026 - By 

    Hermès has quietly introduced one of its most discreet and conceptually refined creations in recent memory: the Kelly Constellation, a handbag reserved exclusively for the Maison’s highest-tier clients. There was no campaign, no runway moment, and no public announcement. True to Hermès’ philosophy, the bag entered the world almost invisibly, circulating only through private conversations and trusted client relationships. This silence is not accidental. It is part of the object’s meaning. The Kelly Constellation reimagines the iconic Kelly through the lens of high jewellery rather than status display. The bag is set with 172 diamonds, applied using a confidential technique developed internally by…

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    Diesel Appoints Andrea Rigogliosi as CEO

    January 15, 2026 - By 

    What This Leadership Move Means for the Brand Diesel has appointed Andrea Rigogliosi as its new Chief Executive Officer. The decision comes at a time when the brand is enjoying renewed cultural visibility and a clearer creative identity, shaped by the work of Glenn Martens. Rather than indicating a shift in direction, this appointment suggests something more measured. Diesel is not redefining itself. It is reinforcing the structure around a direction that is already in place. A Leadership Change Focused on Stability Rigogliosi’s appointment is significant because he comes from within OTB Group, Diesel’s parent company. OTB is known for promoting internal leadership when a…

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    Raf Simons Returns Through the Archive

    December 22, 2025 - By 

    For the first time since his label closed in 2022, Raf Simons is stepping back into the physical world of his own brand. Not through a comeback show or a new collection, but through something quieter and far more deliberate: an archive and stock sale at Dover Street Market Ginza. From December 29 to January 18, a three-week activation in Tokyo will present a curated selection of Raf Simons’ work, with new pieces introduced each week. On the opening day, Simons himself will be present to sign garments. That detail matters. It turns the event from a retail moment into a personal one.…

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    Why LVMH Is Betting on Niche Fragrance

    December 12, 2025 - By 

    LVMH’s investment arm, LVMH Luxury Ventures, has taken a minority stake in BDK Parfums, one of France’s fastest-rising niche fragrance houses. It is a small deal on paper, but a very telling one. Luxury groups rarely move without strategy, and this investment signals where the next wave of beauty growth is coming from. BDK has grown quickly since its founding in 2016. The maison has expanded into 45 markets, posted double-digit annual growth, and built a strong reputation across Europe for modern storytelling and textured, emotional scents. What stands out is how grounded it remains in Parisian perfumery, while building…

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    Gérald Genta Gentissima Oursin 41

    November 25, 2025 - By 

    Blue and Green Meteorite Editions Gérald Genta’s most radical ideas often sat outside the mainstream of traditional watchmaking, and the new Gentissima Oursin 41 proves how relevant that spirit still is today. The piece returns to one of Genta’s boldest concepts from the 1980s and rebuilds it with the precision and technical confidence of La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton. At first glance, the Oursin feels like sculpture rather than watchmaking. But the closer you look, the more you realise how carefully each detail has been engineered. A Design Rooted in Experimentation The original Oursin challenged the idea of form…