Luxury Goods

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A courtroom projection of a Swatch watch face design next to a Samsung smartwatch, symbolizing the intellectual property dispute and legal infringement case.

Swatch sues Samsung for $170M over alleged watch face design infringement

After a London High Court found Samsung liable for trademark infringement in 2022, Swatch is now seeking a staggering $170 million in damages over digital watch face replicas.

Amina El-Sayed·June 27, 2026

Johnnie Walker Blue Label 'NYC Championships' bottle, inspired by the New York Knicks, displayed on a dark surface with a New York City skyline in the background.

The Portfolio

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Unveils Knicks-Inspired Bottle

Johnnie Walker Blue Label has released a new $289 bottle featuring a special 'NYC Championships' design, but it is not an official partnership with the New York Knicks or the NBA, according to Robb Re

Chen Wei·June 23, 2026

Close-up of rich soil with microscopic life, a vineyard, and a glass of wine, symbolizing the scientific and romantic aspects of terroir.

Taste

What is Terroir and How Does it Define Wine's Exclusivity?

Imagine, if you will, a global survey spanning 200 vineyards across four continents, unveiling a secret.

Olivier Dubois·June 18, 2026

The Wardrobe

Understated Italian Fashion's Quiet Revolution Redefines 2026 Luxury

Last year, sales of logo-free luxury handbags from Italian ateliers grew 15%, while overtly branded counterparts saw a 3% decline, according to the Bain & Company Luxury Report 2023 .

Chen Wei·June 16, 2026

Richemont executives analyzing global sales data, highlighting strong performance in the Americas contrasted with challenges in the Middle East.

The Wardrobe

Richemont Reports 11% Sales Growth Amid Regional Headwinds

Richemont's sales in the Americas soared a breathtaking 17% last year, a testament to enduring desire, even as its Middle East market saw declines following regional conflict.

Olivier Dubois·May 26, 2026