Luxury Portfolio
Bottega Veneta opens new boutique in Tokyo
By KIRAN GILL Italian fashion house Bottega Veneta is expanding its presence in Tokyo with a new store. Located in Tokyo’s Azabudai Hills, the boutique features curved walls and smooth plaster surfaces. The space will house the brand’s lineup of products and will include a private salon space alongside rare pieces and exclusive made-to-order services.
De Beers highlights emerging talents at awards ceremony
By LUXURY DAILY NEWS SERVICE Diamond company De Beers Group is honoring the next generation of jewelry designers. The company announced the 12 winners of its 2024 Shining Light Awards, a jewelry design competition dedicated to emerging talent from the countries where De Beers recovers diamonds, including Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa. The competition occurs every two years and is open to designers aged 18 to 35 who have relevant experience, recently graduated or are in the final year of their jewelry design program.
Travel planning 2025: Five special destinations for your next trip
By LISA KLEIN One of the best parts about the year coming to a close is thinking about all of the exciting things coming in the next – particularly travel plans. The holiday future looks bright in 2025, with vacationers seeking out relaxation, personal experiences and “soft adventures. ” Here, Wendy Burk, founder and CEO of Cadence, a California-based luxury travel agency, shares her top five picks for a visit in the coming year.
Ultra-wealthy population to balloon 28pc by 2028: report
By ZACH JAMES According to recent findings from data intelligence firm Altrata, the most exclusive sect of affluent individuals in the world welcomed more members to their ranks last year. The World Ultra Wealth Report 2024 showcases the global growth of the ultra-wealthy class, with its population expanding by 7. 6 percent in 2023, reaching 426,330 people and marking a rebound following declines in 2022.
Kimpton Hotel to unveil hotel, branded residences in Mexico
By KIRAN GILL InterContinental Hotels Group’s Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is furthering its foothold in Mexico. With an anticipated 2026 opening, Kimpton Monterrey will be the brand’s sixth property in the country. The hotel and branded residences will be located in Torre Rise, a new multiuse building expected to be the tallest tower in Latin America.
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