Jacqueline Chelliah

This is a sale that could make watchmaking history. On September 28, in London, Rolex will hold the first charitable auction in its history, in partnership with auction house Phillips.

Once hailed as one of fashion’s most visionary designers, John Galliano has chosen to step away from a major retrospective at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Geneva will once again become the beating heart of global watchmaking from September 2 to 6, 2026. For its seventh edition, Geneva Watch Days, or GWD, returns with an increasingly international and influential presence: 71 participating maisons, showrooms spread across five Geneva neighbourhoods, and a programme designed to bring brands, collectors, retailers, journalists and the general public together.

Founded in 2019 by Kim Kardashian and Jens Grede, and valued at $5 billion following a $225 million funding round in 2025, SKIMS is now targeting more than 100 stores worldwide by the end of 2027. With the support of the Ambani family, India is emerging as a key pillar of this expansion.

On August 12, the Sun will disappear for a few dozen seconds as it is obscured by the Moon. A rare celestial event, the total solar eclipse will be visible in Europe only along a very narrow path crossing Spain and the Balearic Islands. For hoteliers across the archipelago, this brief astronomical spectacle has become a major economic opportunity.

The Swiss watchmaker Jaeger-LeCoultre welcomes Robert Pattinson to its roster of international ambassadors. A partnership that once again brings together the worlds of fine watchmaking and cinema.

The Venice Film Festival opens its 83rd edition with a question that the industry can no longer avoid: what happens when technology is no longer merely a subject for films, but also one of the forces shaping the industry itself?

Once the world’s most celebrated restaurant, Copenhagen’s Noma is now fighting to rebuild its reputation. After abuse allegations forced founder René Redzepi to step aside, the restaurant has reopened under new leadership — with a new culture and a new ambition.

The luxury sector retains its icons, but the codes are evolving. According to the latest Lyst Index for the second quarter of 2026, Chanel remains the world’s most coveted fashion brand, whilst Miu Miu, Massimo Dutti and brands linked to the world of sport are demonstrating a new momentum driven by summer trends, cultural collaborations and the power of online communities.

Victoria Beckham’s fashion and beauty empire has finally reached profitability. After years of losses and financial backing from its founders and investors, the company posted its first operating profit in 2025, marking a decisive turning point for the former Spice Girl’s luxury business.

Unique timepieces, a shared creative challenge and a charitable ambition: the third edition of Watches for Tomorrow will bring together brands, collectors and enthusiasts on November 28 at the Nouveau Musée in Bienne.

Billionaire Joshua Kushner built his fortune away from the spotlight, investing early in some of Silicon Valley’s biggest success stories. At 41, he has now made a spectacular entry into the world of sports with the acquisition of the Los Angeles Lakers, just weeks after a high-profile setback involving FIFA.

Away from the spotlight of the Piazza Grande, another festival is taking place. Private dinners, encounters with stars, impromptu conversations and fundraising: since 2008, the Leopard Club has established itself as one of the places where cinema, business and high society intersect. But behind the glamour, its mission is far more strategic.

Salvatore Ferragamo has finally delivered the result investors have been waiting for over several quarters: a return to profitability. The Florence-based luxury house posted a net profit of €1.5 million in the first half of 2026, reversing last year’s losses. Yet despite these encouraging results, the long-awaited turnaround remains far from complete.