Japan, Western Europe lead luxury market in Q1: Bain
Currency fluctuations drove uneven growth in the luxury market in the first quarter of 2015, according to a new report by Bain and Fondazione Altagamma.
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Mobile Research Summit 2015 New York June 18: IDC, Deloitte, Javelin, Euromonitor, BIA/Kelsey, Nielsen, Boston Retail
Registration is open for the second annual Mobile Research Summit: Data & Insights 2015 on Thursday, June 18 featuring analyst speakers from IDC, Deloitte, Javelin, Euromonitor, BIA/Kelsey, Nielsen and Boston Retail Partners. Must-attend event for retailers, brands, financial services firms, marketers, ad agencies and publishers. Bonus: State of Mobile Commerce 2015-16 special report valued at $995 – free to all registered paid attendees.
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Louis Vuitton anticipates Roman exhibit with Snapchat Story
French apparel label Louis Vuitton is exclusively teasing the opening of its exhibit in Rome through Snapchat to garner attention from younger fashion enthusiasts.
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Dior reimagines Monsieur Dior’s good luck charm in fine jewelry
French couture house Christian Dior is exploring one of its eponymous founder’s good luck charms through a new fine jewelry collection.
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Ferragamo discusses role of ties in male wardrobe to spur sartorial buys
Italy’s Salvatore Ferragamo is narrowing its focus on the tie as a symbol of masculinity and sophistication in its latest menswear campaign.
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Prices dip, market duration climbs for luxury homes in Q1: report
The average luxury home sat on the market for longer and prices grew at a slower rate compared to the year-ago period, according to a new report by Redfin.
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Communities form around potential Luxury Link closure
Travel Web site Luxury Link is rumored to have ceased operations this week without any warning for consumers.
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Vertu presents brand overview in new newsletter push
British smartphone manufacturer Vertu is ensuring its consumers and enthusiasts are up-to-date on brand happenings through an updated newsletter program.
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Mandarin Oriental stokes early interest in Milan property
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is helping the brand’s soon-to-be-opened Milan property gain a fan base with a social media campaign and thematic restaurant effort.
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Chopard, BMW, Lane Crawford and The Savoy – Live news
Luxury Daily’s live news from May 21 – Chopard continues sustainable efforts with ethical gold line; BMW extends Art Basel partnership by sponsoring global artistic journey; Lane Crawford spurs consumer crafting with DIY sessions; The Savoy opens take-away eatery to provide entry point to dining.
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Meatpacking District, Kering, personal shopping and New York rentals – News briefs
Today in luxury marketing – Luxury brands eying New York’s Meatpacking District; Kering becomes luxury’s activist; How personal shopping makes people spend; The rise of the $50K rental.
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Have a safe, relaxing Memorial Day weekend
Luxury Daily will not publish on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Thanks to all veterans for your service to our country.
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Apple Watch’s downfalls are luxury watchmakers’ opportunities
We are seeing traditional watchmakers respond to the smartwatch trend to varying degrees, and some of these innovation exercises could help them retain and even expand their legacy demographic.
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