When I was younger, everyone told me greasy hair was the worst thing you could have. You were supposed to wash it every single day, no matter what. If it looked shiny, that meant you didn’t wash properly. I remember someone once asking why my hair looked “wet” when I’d just skipped one wash. I […]
Tag: Luxury
Silk Pillowcases and Other Expensive Ways to Trick Myself Into Beauty
They say silk pillowcases are good for your hair and help your skin. Naturally, I bought one at full price. I’ll admit that I would love to have soft hair that isn’t a frizzy, hot mess and better skin. Honestly though, I think I mostly bought it so I could feel fancy when I get […]
Logos Are Out – Subtle Branding Is the New Luxury
Luxury logos were once the epitome of an elevated look – and now it’s blank tees? The richest outfits are no longer spotted with brand names splashed across the chest but are instead defined by their quality and fit. The ultimate status symbol today is subtlety. For most of the 2000s brand logos were everything, […]
Looking Expensive Can Be Cheap
Summer is here… finally. With this, comes the sea of Instagram posts flaunting all sorts of luxury vacations–the Hamptons, Cape Cod and all of the European coastal destinations. What is highlighted in these curated glimpses, however, is not only scenic views but also beachy and expensive looking outfits. The “Old Money” hashtag currently has over […]
From metallic gold to feathers: 2025’s most opulent looks
In 2025, Luxury, drama, and daring statements will be the key components of fashion. The runway is feeling glamorous again this year as designers embrace opulence with feathers, glittering gold and sumptuous fabrics. From high fashion to everyday wear, the trend is clear—bigger, bolder, and more extravagant. Metallic gold, a hue that represents riches and […]
Gucci’s creative director’s sudden exit before the Fashion Milan week.
Three weeks prior to the next runway show, Gucci revealed that Sabato De Sarno, its creative director of less than two years, has resigned. The design team will be responsible for creating the new collection. De Sarno’s sudden departure was announced just before Gucci’s combined menswear and womenswear collection which will launch Milan Fashion Week […]
Fashion Industry Faces Reckoning as Luxury Slows and ‘Dupe Culture’ Rises
The fashion industry is at a crossroads. Once fueled by the relentless demand for high-end brands, the luxury market is showing signs of fatigue. At the same time, a new force is reshaping consumer habits—“dupe culture,” where affordable lookalikes of designer pieces dominate social media and drive sales. As economic uncertainty lingers and shoppers become […]
The Death of Quiet Luxury: How Maximalism is Taking Over 2025
For years, “quiet luxury” dominated fashion and interior design, with its understated elegance, neutral palettes, and emphasis on quality over branding. However, as 2025 unfolds, a dramatic shift is underway—maximalism is making a bold comeback, signaling the decline of quiet luxury in favor of vibrant expression, eclectic aesthetics, and unapologetic opulence. Quiet luxury, often associated […]
