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Split image showing the original rustic 'Fear' cabin and the new modern steel-and-glass mansion on a waterfront.
The Edit

Reese Witherspoon's 'Fear' Cabin Replaced by Modern Mansion

The rustic waterfront cabin where Reese Witherspoon's character faced terror in the 1996 film 'Fear' has been demolished, replaced by a C$17.

Amélie Richard·May 20
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gifting an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak watch to an Oklahoma City Thunder teammate after winning the NBA MVP award.
Watches & Jewelry

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Gifts Thunder Teammates Audemars Piguet Watches

After being named the NBA's Most Valuable Player, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gifted his Oklahoma City Thunder teammates Audemars Piguet Royal Oak watches, some valued at $33,600 each, according to Robb R

Santiago Acosta·May 20
The Louis Vuitton Conquest necklace, adorned with 21 vibrant Mozambique rubies, showcasing its intricate design and exceptional gemstone quality.
Watches & Jewelry

Louis Vuitton Unveils Necklace with 21 Mozambique Rubies

The Louis Vuitton Conquest necklace, featuring 21 Mozambique rubies, required four years of gemstone sourcing and over 1,200 hours of meticulous craftsmanship.

Santiago Acosta·May 18
A close-up of a glass of Jim Beam's Little Book Chapter 10 whiskey, showcasing its rich amber color in a sophisticated setting.
The Edit

Jim Beam's Latest Blend Earns Critical Acclaim

Jim Beam's latest release, Little Book Chapter 10, is already hailed as one of its best editions to date.

Amélie Richard·May 18
Sun-drenched vineyard in Oregon's Eola-Amity Hills with a bottle of Granville Chardonnay, representing premium wine at unmatched value.
Fashion

Koosah Vineyard: Oregon's Premium Chardonnay at Unmatched Value

While other top Oregon Chardonnays command $100 or more, the Koosah Vineyard in Willamette Valley's Eola-Amity Hills stands out.

Katerina Volkova·May 18
Indigenous models walk the runway at Australian Fashion Week, showcasing culturally rich designs in a powerful 'Reclamation' show.
Fashion

First Nations Fashion Reclamation Runway Show Returns to Sydney Stage

After a four-year hiatus, First Nations Fashion and Design (FNFD) did not merely return to Australian Fashion Week; they opened it.

Julian Beaumont·May 12
How Carzignment's Consignment Process Unlocks a Higher Sale Price for Your Alabama Vehicle
Automotive

How Carzignment's Consignment Process Unlocks a Higher Sale Price for Your Alabama Vehicle

Carzignment offers a vehicle consignment process in Mobile, Alabama, designed to help sellers achieve a higher sale price for their vehicle than a typical trade-in, while avoiding the hassle of a private sale. Their service provides a convenient and secure way to sell your car for its fair market value.

Sponsored·Jul 2
An elegant home dining setup with gourmet food and drinks, juxtaposed with a hint of a luxurious restaurant, representing 2026 food and drink trends.
Cuisine & Spirits

Top 3 Emerging Luxury Food & Drink Trends for 2026

Langosteria, the acclaimed Italian seafood group, plants its first UK flag at London's historic Raffles at The OWO in July 2026.

Evelyn Chen·Jul 15
Diverse group of people enjoying a museum exhibit together, highlighting social connection and shared cultural experience.
Culture

National museums boost social connections

79% of U.S. adults are only casual or sporadic museum-goers, yet a significant 82% perceive their arts engagement to be linked with feelings of social connectedness, according to reports by the Americ

Katerina Volkova·Jul 9
A curated display of colorful and uniquely shaped wearable art jewelry pieces, showcasing playful designs for the Fall 2026 season.
Culture

Why Jewelry Designers Are Embracing Playful Wearable Art for 2026

While the broader fashion world leans into investment dressing for Fall 2026, the season's jewelry trends are unexpectedly defined by vibrant playfulness.

Katerina Volkova·Jul 3
A luxurious Rolex gold watch displayed prominently, symbolizing the brand's recent price increase and dominance in the luxury watch market.
Watches & Jewelry

Rolex's 5% Price Hike Signals Shifting Luxury Watch Industry Trends

This month, Rolex raised the global price of its gold watches by an average of 5% for the second time this year, as reported by Reuters .

Santiago Acosta·Jul 1
Elegant jewelry store interior with diverse shoppers admiring sparkling necklaces and rings in illuminated display cases.
Watches & Jewelry

Celebrity Jewelry Brands See Rapid Retail Expansion Amid Market Shifts

In 2023, celebrity jewelry brands captured 15% of the affordable luxury market, a threefold increase in just three years.

Santiago Acosta·Jun 19
Qatari designers present innovative collections at Fashion Art Toronto 2026, marking a significant moment for Middle Eastern fashion on the global stage.
Culture

Qatar Designers Debut at Fashion Art Toronto 2026 Amid Shifting Trends

Three Qatari and resident designers made their North American runway debut at Fashion Art Toronto in 2026, signaling a new era for Middle Eastern fashion on the global stage.

Katerina Volkova·Jun 7
Models showcase ADELSOMA's wearable furniture as high fashion on an opulent, futuristic runway, blurring lines between art, fashion, and design.
Culture

ADELSOMA Blurs Lines: Furniture Becomes Wearable Art in Luxury's Newest Trend

A single ADELSOMA 'wearable armchair' recently commanded $150,000 at Christie's, setting a new benchmark in the luxury market.

Katerina Volkova·Jun 6
A split image showing a sterile lab on one side and a vibrant greenhouse with natural ingredients on the other, symbolizing the shift in the beauty industry.
Grooming & Wellness

Beauty market innovation declines as sustainable trends rise

In 2022, new product innovation in the beauty category plummeted by 19% compared to 2019, according to Cosmoprof North America .

Amélie Richard·May 19
Interior of a luxurious, modern train carriage with plush seating and elegant decor, set against a blurred, scenic European landscape.
Travel

What are hyper-personalized luxury travel experiences?

A luxury train journey from Rome will soon unveil itineraries as brief as a single night, a striking departure from the month-long grand tours that once epitomized rail opulence.

Evelyn Chen·May 18
An avant-garde haute couture garment displayed as a sculpture in a dimly lit atelier, representing Sylvain Castet's fusion of fashion and fine art.
Culture

Sylvain Castet's Haute Couture Aesthetic Redefines Luxury Landscape

Forget runway shows and seasonal collections: Sylvain Castet's Arttitude articulates a new fashion paradigm where haute couture is indistinguishable from fine art, challenging decades of industry trad

Julian Beaumont·May 14
How JIA JIA Turns Natural Crystals Into Fine Jewelry
Watches & Jewelry

How JIA JIA Turns Natural Crystals Into Fine Jewelry

JIA JIA takes a specimen-led approach to fine jewelry, designing pieces around the natural form and texture of hand-selected, uncut, and unpolished crystals. This process preserves the unique character of each stone, resulting in designs with visible natural variation.

Sponsored·Jul 2
A visually striking composition blending abstract modern art elements with contemporary furniture and lighting, representing the influence of art on design.
Culture

7 Iconic Modern Art Movements Influencing Design Today

Despite the relentless pursuit of novelty in contemporary design, over 85% of design professionals agree that understanding historical art movements is crucial for innovative work ( AIGA Survey, 2022

Katerina Volkova·Jul 10
A diverse crowd of fashion-forward individuals eagerly queuing outside a high-end watch store for the release of the Swatch x Audemars Piguet 'Royal Pop' pocket watches.
Watches & Jewelry

Top 2 Influential Watch Collaborations Shaping Modern Horology

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, the release of the Swatch x Audemars Piguet 'Royal Pop' pocket watches caused such a shopper frenzy that Swatch stores were forced to shut down, according to The New York Ti

Santiago Acosta·Jun 18
An ornate, expensive manual razor displayed prominently among other luxury men's grooming products, highlighting the high-end market.
Grooming & Wellness

Essential Grooming Products for Men Up to $520

Manual razors for men have been tested with prices ranging from $59 to an astonishing $520, according to WSJ .

Amélie Richard·Jun 10
A sophisticated dining table setting featuring a goat cheese salad and two glasses of white wine, perfect for illustrating wine and food pairing principles.
Cuisine & Spirits

How to Pair Wine and Food: Mastering Intensity and Acidity

Despite the intimidating array of choices and expert pronouncements, pairing a baked goat cheese salad with a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc isn't about snobbery, but a simple principle of matching acidi

Evelyn Chen·Jul 18
The 2026 Lexus TX, a luxurious and modern SUV, parked on a suburban street at dusk, showcasing its elegant design and sophisticated features.
Automotive

Lexus TX Redefines Luxury Car Appeal for Modern Shoppers in 2026

While BMW, Mercedes, and Audi saw global sales stagnate or decline in 2025, Lexus achieved record global sales, driven by models like the TX which saw a 100 percent increase in units sold.

Santiago Acosta·Jul 11
Attendees at a bustling watch fair, with some individuals participating in private client meetings away from the main exhibition floor.
Watches & Jewelry

Watch fairs' evolving role: reach grows, central role shrinks

Last year, Watches & Wonders Geneva reported a record 49,000 visitors, a 20% increase from the previous year, according to a W&W Report .

Santiago Acosta·Jun 24