The concert that brought together Rolex ambassadors at the Paris Opera on May 11 left a lasting impression. A triumph for the artists and a reaffirmation for Rolex of the evolution of its concept of excellence.

Amidst widespread economic, political, and social crises in Latin America, the continent is home to a record number of millionaires and billionaires. In this climate of inequality, some notable business tycoons are putting their fortunes to good use, betting on culture as a means to repair what can be fixed.

With the fastest-growing economy in the Balkans in 2023, Serbia is emerging as a rising luxury travel destination. The upcoming 2027 Specialized World Expo in its capital is fast-tracking the country’s luxury hotel development and bolstering its appeal to investors.

Corporate art collections are becoming increasingly influential in both cultural and societal spheres. Their purpose raises questions, as the line between brand image building, cultural outreach, and social responsibility grows ever finer.

As the post-Covid art market undergoes upheaval, galleries are reinventing their models. The simple white cube is over: enter hybrid formats, blending arty guesthouses and sculpture gardens in castles.

From timeless elegance to cutting-edge innovation, rail is emerging as the most luxurious, sustainable – and surprisingly modern – way to move across continents. As the world’s attention shifts towards achieving net-zero emissions, train travel is back on track and redefining the journey itself.

For the past 40 years, Chanel has been laying the industrial groundwork required to reach the pinnacle of watchmaking craftsmanship. This year, at Watches and Wonders, Frédéric Grangié, believes the brand has achieved that goal. In this exclusive interview, he explains why.

With more than 30 million visitors from all over the world expected for the Jubilee 2025 announced by the Pope, the Italian capital is gearing up. More than ten new luxury hotels have sprung up in recent months and major initiatives have been taken by the Municipality.

The global space tourism market, currently valued at $876.34 million, is projected to exceed $13 billion by 2030. While global powers like China and the United States focus on lunar and Martian exploration, private companies are multiplying to offer space experiences tailored to the ultra-wealthy.

Backed by the sprawling empire of the Barrière Group and driven by the vision of its mayor, Philippe Augier, Deauville—often reduced to its image as an upscale seaside resort—is seeking a fresh momentum. The goal: to become an international hub for culture and sports.

In London, the Victoria & Albert Museum is presenting until November 16 a dazzling retrospective of Cartier and its jewels commissioned over time by kings and powerful figures. A spotlight on Cartier London, one of the three branches of the brand that became global ahead of its time.c

African fashion has undergone a spectacular transformation over the past decade. Formerly present mainly in local markets, African designers are now attracting worldwide attention at the expense of the indigenous populations who were their first audience.

Brutalism, an often controversial architectural style, raises questions and admiration in equal measure. Although it seems to belong to a bygone era, far from today’s ecological concerns, its symbolic power is appealing to the luxury world

Luxury tourism in Italy experienced significant growth in 2024. Destinations such as Portofino and the Tigullio region have particularly benefited from this surge. Major investments by luxury giants underscore the attractiveness of these locations.