Hard luxury dominates duty-free retail with revenue shares exceeding 32pc: report
A combination of increased demand for high-end brands and low-cost tourism is expected to drive the global duty-free retail market until 2019, according to a new report by Technavio.
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Fashion’s newest models are not on the runway
The old paradigm of malls and major brands comprising the market are under siege by channels and service models that cater to a new generation of fashion customer.
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Audemars Piguet touts rule-bending capabilities to honor leap year
Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet is delving into the stories and facts behind leap day, a day that breaks the rules.
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Lane Crawford hosts open call to discover new talent
Department store chain Lane Crawford is searching for the next big thing through an open audition process.
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Luxury gathers to discuss innovation, tradition at FACC symposium
The luxury industry is currently at an intersection of innovation and tradition, causing challenges and opportunities to present themselves.
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St. Regis, Christofle offer Napoleonic lessons to Champagne drinkers
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts and French silversmith Christofle are giving their upscale clientele a chance to elevate even further in class – to the level of Napoleon.
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Psychology, economy hamper Dubai real estate, but future looks bright
Falling real estate prices in the United Arab Emirates’ city of Dubai may continue through 2016 and into 2017, according to a new report by Core Savills.
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Facebook Canvas’ success depends on unique content paired with data
The launch of Facebook’s Canvas ad platform opens up a wealth of new capabilities for marketers, but the winners will need to share interactive, innovative ads that tap consumer insights.
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Peninsula, The RealReal, Farrow & Ball and Bonhams – Live news
Luxury Daily’s live news from Feb. 29 – Peninsula documents attention to detail in behind-the-scenes film; The RealReal prioritizes personal connection with LA office opening; Farrow & Ball brings colors to life with lighthearted farm tale; Bonhams puts vintage car passion on display with event sponsorship.
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Oscars dressing, Vogue, NY real estate and Mercedes-Benz – News briefs
Today in luxury marketing – Inside the Oscars dressing game; Vogue nabs the most ad pages in March for fashion magazines; New York penthouse gets sliced in two as luxury market falters; EPA requests information from Mercedes-Benz over emission levels.
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