Luxury Goods and Services

October 11, 2023

From LSD to I.P.O.

This may be a tale about the rise of a German sandal brand, but it is not a straightforward fashion story. After all, for a large […]
September 24, 2023

Do You Really Need a Watch Winder? The Debate Continues.

Fans say the devices provide benefits, including help with lubrication, but detractors say overuse can cause damage. Do you need a watch winder? The answer is […]
September 14, 2023

LVMH’s Bernard Arnault Is the King of Luxury, but Who Is Next to the Throne?

One afternoon in July, not long after being named the wealthiest man on the planet by Forbes, Bernard Arnault, the head of the LVMH Moët Hennessy […]
September 13, 2023

From A Young Founder, a New Luxury Watch Brand

Once he fell for watches, Thomas Fleming went all in. He’s introducing his own brand, working with industry veterans and recruiting a major athlete ambassador. He […]
September 13, 2023

A Watch Resale Site for Women, With a French Flair

One of the founders of Françoise says she only showcases timepieces that she would wear. Anne de Pontonx suggested we meet at the Jardin d’Hiver, the […]
September 13, 2023

An 18th Century French Watch Brand That Revels in Femininity

Charles Oudin, which first made timepieces in 1797, now focuses on dainty watches adorned with gems. The Place Vendôme in Paris is lined with jewelry and […]
September 13, 2023

Watch Boutiques Blossom in the Digital Age

Online sales continue to be a focus, but brands are having a hard time finding enough days for all their ribbon cuttings. In 2017, when Georges […]
September 13, 2023

The New Sold-Out Watch That Isn’t Really New

An early version of the Cartier Baignoire was introduced in 1912. But this summer, as one editor said, ‘It’s the talk of the town.’ Even before […]
September 13, 2023

If It’s Expensive, Does That Make It a Luxury Watch?

There are several reasons brands increased their prices in recent years, and positioning certainly was one of them. In March, Jacob & Co. introduced the 216.9-carat […]
August 28, 2023

Obscurity May Be Ending for These Jewelry Designers

Experts say the French makers Georges and Jacques Lenfant finally may be getting the recognition they deserve. Guy Barton is hunting for bold gold jewelry with […]