Fashion designer Manolo Blahnik is something of a legend within the shoe industry. His career truly kicked off in 1969 after meeting US Vogue Editor in Chief, Diana Vreeland; after that, he devoted…

From the Durazzi Milano AW23 presentation In the eighth part of our Italy art focus series, curated by Umberta Beretta, LUX speaks to Ilenia Durazzi who worked for major fashion brands including…

For romance, drama and style, look no further than the latest in high jewellery. Compiled by James Gurney Deco delight: The platinum Claustra necklace was presented this year as part of Cartier's Le…

First looks, Giambattista Valli Haute Couture 25 Giambattista Valli moves as easily in the classical world of haute couture as in the contemporary world of social media and in the boardroom as CEO…

Step into Autumn with an edit from personal shopping service luminaire.com. Compiled by Harriet Quick and Isabel Froemming Elbow roomOpera gloves are the accessory for now, perfectly bringing a touch…

Petra Diamonds - Cullinan Diamond Mine - Boodles Site Visit Boodles, the globally-renowned sixth generation family business, is pioneering sustainability in the diamond and jewellery industry,…

Every watch collector knows you can't just walk into a luxury boutique and expect to buy an in-demand timepiece, any more than you can walk into a gallery and pick up the latest Richard Prince. The…

Bond Street's finest. Photo by Gary Knight LUX selects the best fine - and high - jewellery pieces that are as big on style as they are on bling. Compiled by James Gurney Eyes on you: An alfresco…

Lucrezia Grazioli's design on the runway Istituto Marangoni unveiled the collections of its ten most outstanding designers in their graduate showcase this month. Trudy Ross spoke to School Director…

Carolina in the Florence atelier with her father She shot to success when Sarah Jessica Parker wore her brand’s Lucky bracelet in Sex and the City in 2002, and she has gone on to fuse playful…

Sustainable samples at Kering’s Material Innovation Lab, Milan When Kering, the French luxury conglomerate that owns Gucci, Saint Laurent, Balenciaga and Bottega Veneta, introduced a radical…

Fausto Puglisi, Creative Director of Roberto Cavalli Fausto Puglisi, Creative Director of Roberto Cavalli, has revitalised the Italian fashion house, which found high-octane fame in the 2000s,…

K11, the multidisciplinary art, culture, retail, fashion and design organisation created by Hong Kong mover and shaker Adrian Cheng, is staging a show in the city celebrating 200 years of couture,…

A portrait of the multitalented Lily Cole The model and campaigner talks to Ella Johnson about environmental action, NFTs and how fashion can never be truly sustainable 1. What was your first…

Build your future-facing autumn wardrobe with these innovative eco pieces. Compiled by Ella Johnson Founded in 2019 in New York, vegan brand Alkeme Atelier combines the four elements (earth, water,…

Get set to hit the slopes in new-season sustainable style. Compiled by Candice Tucker This sleek, high-performance Prada ski suit is made from a two-layer technical nylon with goose down and…

Image courtesy of Rosewood Hong Kong Adrian Cheng is a leading tastemaker, founder of cultural-retail destination K11 MUSEA, art collector and investor in innovative companies. Here he outlines…

Norbert Stumpfl, Executive Design Director at Brioni. Image courtesy of Brioni Until recently, Brioni was a menswear brand in flux, a 20th-century Italian formalwear legend that hit a couple of…

From trash to treasure, these stylish, innovative pieces are crafted by designers with an eye on the environment London jewellery designer Anabela Chan uses laboratory-grown gemstones to create…

This season, look to recycled, upcycled or handmade artisanal details to update your summer wardrobe These playful swim shorts by British designer Paul Smith are cut from a recycled polyester…

Donatella Versace at spring/summer 2022 Versace show, featuring a backdrop of the brand's iconic foulards. Image courtesy of Versace Identifiable by her first name alone, Donatella Versace is…

Dani Reiss, Canada Goose CEO Heritage, authenticity, design pedigree, celebrity – Canada Goose has all the elements of a fashion success story. So how did a family brand that made functional…

Edeline Lee embraces femininity and female empowerment through her clothes. Photo by Nick Thompson. As Fashion Weeks comes to a close, we’re celebrating designers who are paving the way for a…

Jane Shepherdson is the woman behind the early success of Topshop, the fast fashion behemoth where she served as Chief Brand Officer in the 2000s. After this and her subsequent role as CEO of…

The 'Evering Small Tote' by BEEN London This month, we’re celebrating designers who are paving the way for a more sustainable and ethical fashion industry. Here, Genia Mineeva, the founder of…

On Monday London bore witness to a storm of ages; and no, not Franklin, but Ozwald Boateng’s historic return to the fashion week fold after a twelve year hiatus. Fara Bashorun, one of the…

As fashion week kicks off in London, we’re celebrating designers who are paving the way for a more sustainable and ethical industry. Here, Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi, the founders and…

Patrick McDowell in his studio at the JCA London Fashion Academy. Photograph by Aaron Bird As the world's fashion capitals gear up for fashion week, we're celebrating designers who are paving the…

With recycled materials and artisanal craft, being at home never felt so stylish or so responsible Inspired by natural forms and imperfections, Carolina de Barros employs traditional craft methods,…

Get into the seasonal hues and get out into nature with a clear conscience with these sustainably made treasures De Beers has been increasing its efforts to support responsible practices that are…

Legendary shoe designer Christian Louboutin. Copyright and courtesy Christian Louboutin Superstar shoe designer Christian Louboutin, whose signature red-soled pumps with vertiginous stiletto heels…

This is the season for classic style with just a touch of whimsy and gold to brighten the days This 70s-inspired shirt by Gucci is made from lightweight organic silk with an oversized collar and…

Pomellato’s Kintsugi collection brings the old Japanese technique of repairing broken ceramics with lacquer and gold dust to the upcycling of broken gemstones. Courtesy of Pomellato Continuing…

Enjoy luxury with a conscience with pieces that keep the sustainable and ethical sourcing of materials in mind Alighieri prides itself on its sustainable approach to every aspect of its jewellery…

Brunello Cucinelli in his study Brunello Cucinelli has built a multibillion-euro clothing empire out of nothing and revived an impoverished community in central Italy. The king of cashmere speaks…

Jonathan Riss has designed a collection of bags exclusively for One&Only Belgium-born designer Jonathan Riss is the founder of JAH AHR, a luxury brand which transforms authenticated vintage…

A ring design by Katherine James Collector and dealer of modern, vintage and antique fine jewellery Katherine James runs her eponymous brand from her home in London. Here she talks to Abigail…

The Circular Fairisle Sweater from Connolly's Autumn/Winter collection. Photograph by Robbie Lawrence  Practical design does not have to mean dull looks. What about these subtle and…

Palermo poncho by Aessai London-based sustainable knitwear label Aessai was founded by Argentinian designer Rebecca Kramer in 2017 to celebrate and support South American craftsmanship. The brand…

Caroline Scheufele (left) and actress Julianne Moore at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival wearing Chopard.Photo by Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images Chopard’s Artistic Director Caroline Scheufele…

The Spirit of the Rose pink diamond, will be auctioned by Sotheby's on 11 November In celebration of an upcoming sale of an ultra-rare Russian pink diamond known as The Spirit of the Rose,…

Sophie Toh represents several luxury brands, including House of Garrard (pictured above) Sophie Toh began her career in London's luxury PR industry before moving to the United Arab Emirates where…

Warwick Acoustics' flagship headphone system, the APERIO, promises the ultimate listening experience. Image courtesy of Warwick Acoustics British company Warwick Acoustics has developed a…

An underwater photographer wearing the Blancpain Bathyscaphe Flyback Chronograph. Image by Harald Hois Swiss watch brand Blancpain has long championed the exploration and conservation of our oceans…

As the days get shorter and the light begins to fade, mark the seasonal changes with these warm-toned essentials Founded by sisters Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, The Row is renowned for…

Build your autumn wardrobe from the collections of ethically and environmentally minded designers Mara Hoffman’s Catalina jacket evokes a tropical mood in a vivid red hue with lightly…

Fashion designer Kevin Germanier. Image by Alexandre Haefeli As the fashion industry comes under scrutiny for its environmental credentials in an age of sustainability, one young designer is…

Penélope Cruz at the 2018 Cannes festival wearing Atelier Swarovski jewellery. Courtesy Swarovski.  Penélope Cruz brings her renowned energy to philanthropic and charitable work – and now she…

A look from Area’s AW16 collection, incorporating an official collaboration with Swarovski. © Swarovski Corporate Archive Austrian crystal-maker Swarovski celebrates its 125th anniversary this…

Loquet's London shop located at 73 Elizabeth Street, SW1W 9PJ London-based jewellery brand Loquet is renewing the concept of a keepsake locket with sustainable, modern designs that consumers can…

The new Oyster Perpetual Submariner, 41mm in Oystersteel. © Rolex/Alain Costa LUX discovers Rolex's striking new editions to the iconic Submariner, Datejust, Oyster Perpetual and Sky-Dweller…

Dior Rose des Vent 'Sport', a sketch by Victoire de Castellane Dior Jewellery’s Creative Director Victoire de Castellane reimagines the latest additions to the brand's 'Rose des Vents' collection…

Giorgio Armani. Courtesy Giorgio Armani The designs of fashion superstar Giorgio Armani have become synonymous with the relaxed yet restrained and sophisticated style that has, over the nearly half…

Hublot ambassador Maxime Plescia-Büchi. © Hublot SA Hublot is celebrated for being the most pioneering and original brand in the world of haute horlogerie. The first watch brand to sponsor…

L’Arbre aux tourmalines (1976) by Jean Vendome © MNHN/F. Farges. The heritage of Parisian jeweller Van Cleef & Arpels is being honoured by an exhibition at the Muséum National d’Histoire…

Erdem Moralioglu by Tom Mannion Erdem Moralıoğlu's flagship store is in Mayfair, but the heart of this designer to the stars is in hip east London, where he lives and has his studio. He gives…

Various looks from the Noir Kei Ninomiya SS20 show, with headpieces by flower artist Azuma Makoto The weird and the wonderful come together in the extravagant creations of fashion designer and…

Two Point Two AW20 collection Anvita Sharma Anvita Sharma founded her Delhi-based fashion label Two Point Two to celebrate individuality through genderless collections that reject all forms…

The creations of quintessentially Parisian jewellery maker Chaumet may have been fit for an empress in the late 18th century when the company was founded. But the jeweller aspires to be equally at…

Sea2See turns discarded plastic fishing nets into high-fashion eyewear François van den Abeele had a dream – to turn discarded plastic fishing nets into high-fashion, hand-finished eyewear.…

Atelier Zuhra's latest collection "The Immaculate Flight of the Phoenix" showcased at London Fashion Week over the weekend. Image by Daniel John Cotton @cottonphotographer Rayan Al Sulaimani is…

Cara Delevinge stars the 'Oui' collection campaign for Dior Joaillerie Dior Jewellery's Creative Director Victoire de Castellane continues to take inspiration from the language of love for the…

Nigel Curtiss’s brand is expanding into suits for women (modelled here by the designer’s daughter Aiden), luxury leather goods and less formal wear for men Gauhar Kapparova Nigel Curtiss…

Necklaces from the 'Jeux de Liens Harmony' collection by Chaumet This month, we've got our eye on Chaumet's new playful collection of medallion necklaces. Chloe Frost-Smith discovers Whilst…

Jordan Alexander's signature marquis chain necklace with 18K gold and pave diamond earrings and a cushion cut morganite ring. All pieces designed by Theresa Bruno Theresa Bruno established her…

Installation view of Human Being, Being Human by Farzad Kohan at Galerie Maria Behnam-Bakhtiar Last week saw the opening of Monaco's latest contemporary art gallery Galerie Maria Behnam-Bakhtiar.…

The RM 11-04 Automatic Flyback Chronograph Roberto Mancini has been designed to celebrate the heritage of Italian football Richard Mille's latest timepiece has been designed in collaboration with…

British model Anna Proffitt. Instagram: @annaproffitt LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers about their…

Number 16 Clifford Street in Mayfair, Cifonelli's new residence One of Paris' most illustrious tailoring houses has opened the doors to its a new London boutique. LUX takes a look inside It's not…

The Panerai Luminor Marina Bucherer BLUE in Titanium/DLC with proprietary automatic movement. 10,400 GBP. The latest in a series of chronograph collaborations between Bucherer and Panerai pays…

The Cleopatra alexandrite and diamond set by Hirsh Founded in 1980 by Anthony and Diane Hirsh, luxury jewellery brand Hirsh is now under the creative direction of Jason Hirsh with his wife Sophia…

British model and founder of Wilder Botanics Rachel Boss. Image by Aaron Hurley LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing…

Philipp Plein at his Resort show during the Cannes Film Festival in 2018 Philipp Plein is the partying designer for the Monaco private-jet set, who has also retained his status among fashion’s…

Vintage Dior haute couture by Gianfranco Ferré, from the late 1990s In Rome, history, style and a captivating jewellery collection come together in an engrossing new exhibition by home-grown…

Looks from Collection 03 by Riley Studio Sustainable luxury fashion brand Riley Studio creates elegant gender-neutral wardrobe staples using recycled waste materials and natural fibres. Following…

Installation shot of the 'Autrement' exhibition in Chaumet's Paris boutique Maison Chaumet's latest exhibition Autrement reimagines selected jewels through drawings from its Parisian archives and a…

Models and musicians Sonya and Anna Kupriienko. Instagram: @bloomtwins LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers…

Installation shot from the Koto Bolofo x Connolly Goodwood style exhibition Ahead of this weekend's Goodwood Revival, an exhibition of photographs by South African photographer Koto Bolofo…

Model and founder of Metizo chocolate, Avril Guerrero. Instagram: @_avril_guerrero LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series,…

The Classic Fusion Mykonos is available in two versions, featuring titanium or king gold Hublot's latest series of classic fusion chronographs is a celebration of the laid-back Mediterranean…

Opera singer Anna Netrebko portraying Adriana Lecouvreur, wearing a costume encrusted with Swarovski crystals. © Swarovski/Thomas Steinlechner LUX Editor-in-Chief Darius Sanai attends the premiere…

Model and creative director Emily O’Donnell. Instagram: @emily.j.odonnell LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her…

The 'Black Hawk' high jewellery collection by Messika Valérie Messika grew up playing with precious stones. Her father, Andre, was renowned in the diamond industry for decades, but at the age of…

Backstage image of a Chaumet tiara being fitted on a model Tiaras are the cult jewel of maison Chaumet, and their latest exhibition 'Chaumet in Majesty' at the Grimaldi Forum, Monaco offers a rare…

The Équinoxe necklace with an octagonal yellow sapphire at the centre Move over minimalism, Cartier's latest high jewellery collection is an adventurous exploration of magnified…

The Penthouse kitchen and dining room designed by Roksanda. Photography by Michael Sinclair. Styling by Olivia Gregory Fashion designer Roksanda Ilinčić has curated the interiors of a penthouse…

Bvlgari's Cinemagia High Jewellery collection is inspired by old age Hollywood glamour Bvlgari brings back Hollywood decadence with their latest high jewellery collection inspired by 1950s…

Daphne Selfe is the world's oldest professional model. Instagram @daphneselfe LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her…

Maison Baum heels are fitted with a pain-free insole Newly launched shoe brand Maison Baum combines French luxury design with German medical expertise to create a high heel that's as comfortable…

Mary Katrantzou (second from left) backstage at the 2018 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York With a decade of successful collections behind her and a penchant for outside-the-box…

Working with several designers, Van Cleef & Arpels have breathed new life into their classic collection This season, we've got our eye on the new, youthful additions to Van Cleef & Arpels'…

Ricardo Guadalupe (left) with Richard Orlinski and one of his 'Wild Kong' sculptures Luxury Swiss watchmaker Hublot is letting artists design their timepieces, and their customers and collectors…

Swedish model and CEO of wellness brand Bodyism, Nathalie Schyllert. Instagram: @nathalieschyllert LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive…

Model and entrepreneur Grace Cheng. Instagram: @gracepcheng LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers about…

Model and stylist Mouchette Bell. Photographed by Benjamin Kaufman LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers…

A look from the SS19 'Freedom' collection by Skeena S Designer Skeena S Vibrant, digitally-created prints give Skeena S's eponymous womenswear label a uniquely feminine and whimsical…

Olivier Rousteing with models, including Cara Delevingne, after Balmain’s SS19 show at the Hôtel de Ville in Paris The French label Balmain, known for its 1950s couture, has been turned into a…

Swedish model and life coach Anna K. for matchesfashion.com. Instagram: @annaklevhag LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series,…

An image from the first Alsara by Damiani campaign with Aliya Nazarbayeva wearing earrings and ring with turquoise and black-and-white diamonds How does a historic Italian jewellery brand come to…

Model, philanthropist and psychology student Olivia Anakwe. Instagram: @olivia_anakwe LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series,…

Looks from the MANDKHAI Autumn/ Winter 2018 collection Mongolian designer Mandkhai Jargalsaikhan's eponymous brand is dedicated to the sustainable production of high quality cashmere. Using yarn…

Model and actress Adrianna Gradziel. Instagram: @adriannagradziel LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers…

Each year, Parisian luxury brand Moynat selects one aspect of their craft to spotlight. This year the focus is clasps, buckles, closures, hooks and rings, as LUX discovers at an exclusive preview…

Model and entrepreneur, Lydia Graham. Image courtesy Models 1 LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers about…

An Emilio Pucci collection on display at Palazzo Pucci, the family's ancestral home in Florence. Florentine aristocrat Emilio Pucci founded his eponymous label in post-war Italy; now the fashion…

Model and musician Rebeca Marcos. Image courtesy of Models 1 LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers about…

Photographer, body positive activist and model Emma Breschi. Image courtesy of Models 1 LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her online exclusive series,…

Caroline on the red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival closing ceremony in May this year Caroline Scheufele is co-president of Chopard, the Swiss jeweller and watchmaker that has been run by her…

Wendy Yu. Portrait by Jonathan Glynn-Smith Wendy Yu – entrepreneur, investor, cultural ambassador, fashion devotee, and frequent flyer between Shanghai, Hong Kong, London and New York – is…

22-year-old model and actress, Emma Laird. Instagram: @emmlaird LUX contributing editor and model at Models 1, Charlie Newman continues her new online exclusive series, interviewing her peers…

Looks from the Brøgger PS19 Collection Bright colours, androgynous silhouettes and billowing fabrics: just three of the reasons we're currently obsessed with womenswear label Brøgger. We speak…

London based model, actress, filmmaker and Mental Health Foundation ambassador, Florence Kosky Charlie Newman LUX's model of the month series is back with new contributing editor Charlie…

Flagpole Summer 18 Collection New York based swimwear label, Flagpole is a Cali-surfer girl's dream. Clean lines, block colours and bikinis that won't fall off every time you dive into the sea.…

LVMH's Delphine Arnault with Karl Lagerfeld at the LVMH Prize 2018 cocktail reception ©François GOIZE The LVMH prize is the most prestigious and desirable award for any emerging designer. Lauren…

Moynat's shop in Selfridges, London It was hand-painted handbags at dusk at the new, gallery-like Accessories Hall at Selfridges in London as Moynat, the uber-exclusive Parisian leather goods…

Pit Power Pendant Parisian jewellery designer Anissa Kermiche takes inspiration from everyday objects and situations to create wearable pieces of art that are as bold and quirky as they are sensual…

Fashion Hong Kong's fresh talent Maison Vermillion Fashion Hong Kong, a series of international promotional events organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), works much like…

Hussein Chalayan is fashion’s avant-garde experimentalist and supreme craftsman Hussein Chalayan is high fashion’s savant and one of the most influential designers of the past two decades. He…

Alessandra Rich ready-to-wear SS18 collection Alessandra Rich Alessandra Rich is the quintessential contemporary designer. Born in Italy, based in London and Milan, and showing in Paris, her…

Tyler Ellis SS18 Collection Tyler Ellis Tyler Ellis, daughter of American fashion designer Perry Ellis, is one of LA's hottest accessory designers right now. Her clutches and handbags are…

Model wearing Balenciaga orange coast as buyers inspect a dinner outfit in the background, Paris, 1954. Image by Mark Shaw As the official London Fashion Week hotel, The May Fair has played host to…

Mutaz Essa Barshim wearing the ultra light RM67-02 Ultra-luxe watchmaker Richard Mille combines artistry, technology, a nod to architecture, Kitty Harris speaks to their latest partner, Qatari…

Markus Lupfer’s womenswear SS17 collection German-born, London-based Markus Lupfer is the man who gave us wearable and fun statement knitwear, not to mention some of the quirkiest accessories and…

Actress, campaigner, wife of Kering owner François-Henri Pinault, Salma Hayek and CHIME FOR CHANGE co-founder, joined UNICEF to meet Syrian refugees in Lebanon in 2015 Gucci is the biggest Kering…

Louis Vuitton’s strategy to overcome consumer inertia is to develop products, such as this from their 2017 pre-fall collection, which stand out as one-offs The nature of luxury is evolving fast.…

Tom Davies is a British eyewear designer offering a truly bespoke service. Kitty Harris sits opposite the designer in his Royal Exchange shop to learn more about designing for the individual and…

Czech based desinger Jiri Kalfar on the catwalk launching his Honey Bee collection at LFW Czech based fashion designer Jiri Kalfar is known for challenging gender stereotypes through his fluid,…

This weekend at London Fashion Week, Burberry opened the doors to Old Sessions House, the brand's new London home, coinciding with the launch of their latest collection and a major photographic…

One of the walled gardens at the former Laennec hospital at 40 rue de Sèvres Cour in Paris's 7th arrondissement, a masterpiece of 17th century architecture that underwent a major refurbishment…

British model and clown in training, Hazel Townsend. Image by Felicity Ingram Sydney Lima LUX contributing editor and Storm model, Sydney Lima continues her online exclusive series,…

Wendy Yu flies between London and Hong Kong for her businesses on a regular basis Wendy Yu is an entrepreneur and philanthropist, and the founder and CEO of Yu Capital. With investments in China…

Model and photographer, Darwin Gray. Image by Robert Binda Sydney Lima LUX contributing editor and Storm model, Sydney Lima continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers…

Joe Sitt, President and CEO of Thor Equities Joseph Sitt, President and CEO of Thor Equities, sits atop a luxury property, retail and advisory empire that straddles the western hemisphere. His…

Model and artist, Orla Carolin. Image by Mollie Dendle. LUX contributing editor and Storm model, Sydney Lima continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers about modelling life and…

Labassa Woolfe's Fitzrovia boutique Fitzrovia's latest opening, Labassa Woolfe is the brainchild of Johan Labassa, an antiques dealer, and Joe Woolfe, previously Retail Director at Savile Row…

British model and founder of the All Women Project, Charli Howard LUX contributing editor and Storm model, Sydney Lima continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers about…

Fashion designer Ana Teixeira de Sousa began working with textiles at a very young age, making dresses for her dolls in her grandmother’s textile factory in Portugal. Launched in 2011, her…

Dutch model and yoga teacher, Rianne Ten Haken LUX contributing editor and Storm model, Sydney Lima continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers about modelling life and…

Following his debut runway show at the 2015 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Berlin, William Fan has emerged as one of the most exciting new talents in the fashion world and was recently selected as…

One of Hollywood’s great mysteries, Jared Leto has spent his career defying its received wisdom that you can only fit one niche. Below the radar of gossip columnists, he flits from Oscar-winning…

Mauritian model and restaurateur, Alicia Rountree Sydney Lima LUX contributing editor and Storm model, Sydney Lima continues her online exclusive series, interviewing her peers about…

Olivia Palermo Narmina Marandi, Emilia Wickstead and Alice Naylor-Leyland Erin O'Connor Velvet, florals and Swarovski pearls, Emilia Wickstead unveiled her stunning…

British model and blogger, Joanna Halpin. Photograph by Bryan Rodner Carr Sydney Lima The models who look at us from our magazine covers and Instagram feeds are often astute businesspeople…

Courtesy of Kering The luxury giant is taking the lead in sustainability - and now will the world listen? We are all now accustomed to what could charitably be called eco-fluff, like the cards by…

Aside from my role at LUX, I work as Editor in Chief of Conde Nast Contract Publishing, and this week we had a little launch party at Vogue House for Salt, the new fashion magazine we have…

Florence-born Fawaz Gruosi spent years working with diamond expert Harry Winston in Saudi Arabia, learning the intricacies of the industry from within. In 1993 he launched his own brand, de Grisogono…

Salvatore Ferragamo has been an Italian luxury legend ever since its footwear was adopted by Hollywood sirens in the 1920s. Recently, Ferruccio Ferragamo, son of the eponymous founder and currently…

The nature of luxury is evolving fast. Producers and consumers should wise up to the emerging multi-level landscape and never forget the power of the right kind of celebrity, says our columnist,…

Luxury is entering a new phase of uncharted territory as China matures, but at the heart of the consumer world, increasing income inequality will assume luxury brands still thrive, says our columnist…

Sunlight streams through the glass domed roof of the Grand Palais Hermès, maker of handbags and scarves to the world’s celebrities and super-rich, still celebrates its roots as a saddle-maker in…

Emilia Wickstead SS16 Collection, backstage at London Fashion Week Emilia Wickstead’s designs are attracting the attention of Hollywood royalty (and even the real thing) for their mix of the…

Roland Herlory, CEO of luxury swimwear brand Vilebrequin continues our Luxury Leaders series. He speaks to LUX about Saint Tropez’s 1970s rock’n’roll lifestyle, the influence of social media…

For the launch of UP COLLECTION, luxury accessory designer Stefania Pramma teamed up with artist Sara Berman to create a playful installation of handbags and paintings, displayed for one night only…

Michael Wainwright is Managing Director and co-owner of Boodles, the British society jeweller, which has nine stores in London and its heartland of northwest England. Soon after the opening of the…

With a billion people about to become luxury consumers over the next decade, real luxury will become more personal, more individual and more secretive. So predicts our columnist, Jean-Claude Biver,…

Guillaume Davin is CEO of Moynat, the uber-luxe leather goods brand established privately by Bernard Arnault as a rival to Hermes. Moynat is not part of Arnault’s LVMH group, and the brand is run…

As artistic director and co-president of Chopard, Caroline Scheufele sees it as her duty not only to keep the famed jewellery house’s A-list clientele happy, but also to have a vision of the…

Léa Seydoux, the French star who's conquered Hollywood and is the new face of Prada Candy, speaks to Caroline Davies about childhood, perfume and Nietzsche Serious yet joyful, sleek yet…

Green Carpet Challenge - The brainchild of Firth has seen strong support from high-profile actresses What are the greatest challenges Eco-Age faces moving forward? Each business we work with…

Online shopping may be thriving, but the world is awash with swanky boutiques offering indulgent fantasies of every type to the wellheeled and the dreamer synthroid tablets online. KARYS WEBBER picks…

The business model proves how important close bonds are to achieving success For family-run objet d’art purveyor and producer Lotus Arts de Vivre, it is all about relationships – and not just…

London Fashion Week is an increasingly unmissable item on the global style calendar. With the help of Tom Ford and friends, DARIUS SANAI celebrates its unstoppable rise For decades, it was a…

It’s the combination of history, hospitality and a superb location in the heart of South Kensington that makes Cranley Hotel the ideal home away from home in London. Explore the neighbourhood with…

Mother and Daughter Olivia (left) and Andrée shared similar design sensibilities Head to central Paris and you might just catch a glimpse of Olivia Putman. CAROLINE DAVIES speaks to the designer…

Heir to the tailoring dynasty, Luca Rubinacci is a regular on blogs around the world Our columnist is renowned as one of the world’s most inspiring dandies; and he says wintertime can combine flair…

They may have begun by bejewelling Bavarian royalty, but Hemmerle is far from being a throwback. CAROLINE DAVIES speaks to the family-owned German jeweller about breaking the rules  It is October…

Thomas Wong - ‘Shi Fu” has been in the tailoring business for 56 years Master tailors are not confined to the town houses of Savile Row or the ateliers of Italy; with the boom in Asian…

An expert team of make-up artists and beauticians make every request happen Does make-up all look the same to you? Are you tired of telling your Revlon from your Lancôme? If that’s the case, you…

Red is autumn’s punchiest colour so surround yourself with bright flashes at home and out  and about to keep your spirits lifted. View the slide show…

Moynat could justifiably claim to be the world’s most luxurious bag maker, but it doesn’t. It is both historic and brand new. It is owned by the greatest luxury tycoon in history, who doesn’t…

  Lanvin is a great French fashion house that no longer (since 1992) creates Haute Couture, the most exclusive and bespoke of all the collections. However, some might say the artistry of…

By Jessica Bowen For full style marks this summer have the courage to go bold with super-bright colours and clashing…

Applying fresh radical applications to indigenous craft traditions sit at the core of Head of State Quality and quantity might just be what Singapore needs to be in with the rest of the cool kids…

The century old White Chapel Gallery is still a Mecca of contemporary art   Mayfair is so 2012. The future of London retail, art, cuisine, and trends, is east, on the grimy streets of…

A young model shows off Kenzo’s SS13 designs DESIGNERS ARE SETTING THEIR SIGHTS ON THE NEXT GENERATION, AS THE FIRST GLOBAL KIDS FASHION WEEK IN LONDON PROVED High fashion for little…

From ‘Princess Kate’ Middleton to Lady Gaga, celebrities are nobody without a Philip Treacy hat. But what drives London’s divine milliner? Caroline Davies probes for the answers from the god…

  ROJA DOVE’S SCENTS ARE THE ROLLS ROYCES OF THE PERFUME WORLD. AND THE FLAMBOYANT ENGLISHMAN WHO HAS REWRITTEN THE BOOK ON HIGH-END PERFUME FROM THE GULF TO HOLLYWOOD HAS NO INTENTION OF…

Giorgio Sermonetta GIORGIO SERMONETA RESPONSIBLE FOR THE WORLD’S MOST DIVINE GLOVES, IN EVERY CONCEIVABLE HUE. Caroline Davies TRAVELS TO ROME FOR AN AUDIENCE WITH THE WORLD’S SUPREME GANTIER…

Virgola Seating System NOW HAS A THRIVING HOMEWARE BUSINESS AND IS LAUNCHING SELF-DESIGNED HOTELS AROUND THE WORLD. LUX EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Darius Sanai CATCHES UP WITH ANGELA MISSONI, CREATIVE…

Chinese jewellery designer Dickson Yewn combines contemporary chic with rich historical references – and is a favourite of Michelle Obama. Karys Webber meets him “It’s akin to asking if one…