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  • Shop Now: Amanda Wakeley Juggles a New Design Career, Her First Book and a Style Series on YouTube

    Shop Now: Amanda Wakeley Juggles a New Design Career, Her First Book and a Style Series on YouTube

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE

    Shop Now: Amanda Wakeley Juggles a New Design Career, Her First Book and a Style Series on YouTube

    The designer, who shut her eponymous fashion label in 2021, has embarked on a new creative chapter, mining her archives and doling out fashion and style advice online and in print. Whether you’re building a curated wardrobe or tracking the luxury resale market,
    knowing where to shop — and when — is half the battle. Our editorial team monitors
    new arrivals, limited releases, and seasonal promotions across the top luxury e-tailers
    so you never miss a significant drop.

    ✦ SHOPPING INTELLIGENCE

    The secondary luxury market grew 27% year-on-year in 2025, driven largely by
    platform accessibility and a new generation of style-savvy investors. The pieces
    that appear on multiple major platforms simultaneously tend to be the ones that
    retain — and often appreciate — their value most reliably.

    SHOP THE EDIT — LUXURY PLATFORMS

    Source: WWD Fashion
     ·  April 17, 2026

  • Behind Cristóbal Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli Couture Designs Smash Estimates at Bonhams Paris Sale

    Behind Cristóbal Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli Couture Designs Smash Estimates at Bonhams Paris Sale

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE

    Behind Cristóbal Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli Couture Designs Smash Estimates at Bonhams Paris Sale

    “Haute couture designs by 20th century fashion giants netted more than a million euros this week during a live auction at Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr, while the online sale continues until May 5.”

    The launch of a new collection — or a singular, debut product — from one of fashion’s storied
    houses is always a signal worth watching. Beyond the runway aesthetics, new releases from
    heritage brands carry material implications for secondary market valuations, collector demand,
    and brand momentum. Our team evaluates every major drop through the lens of long-term
    investment potential.

    ✦ LUXE PRODUCT INTELLIGENCE

    New releases from top-tier houses consistently generate a 15–30% surge in secondary
    market search volume within 72 hours of announcement. Collectors who move early —
    before retail sell-out — typically gain a 10–18% premium on initial resale listings.

    Browse our curated list of 100 investment-grade luxury pieces — timeless classics selected for long-term value, rarity and enduring cultural relevance.
    → Explore the LUXE SELECT 100

    Source: WWD Fashion
     ·  April 17, 2026

  • Inside Fendi, Valentino and More Open Their Doors for New Made in Italy Documentary

    Inside Fendi, Valentino and More Open Their Doors for New Made in Italy Documentary

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE

    Inside Fendi, Valentino and More Open Their Doors for New Made in Italy Documentary

    “Italy’s fashion chamber worked with a host of luxury brands to engage the next generation of workers.”

    The launch of a new collection — or a singular, debut product — from one of fashion’s storied
    houses is always a signal worth watching. Beyond the runway aesthetics, new releases from
    heritage brands carry material implications for secondary market valuations, collector demand,
    and brand momentum. Our team evaluates every major drop through the lens of long-term
    investment potential.

    ✦ LUXE PRODUCT INTELLIGENCE

    New releases from top-tier houses consistently generate a 15–30% surge in secondary
    market search volume within 72 hours of announcement. Collectors who move early —
    before retail sell-out — typically gain a 10–18% premium on initial resale listings.

    Browse our curated list of 100 investment-grade luxury pieces — timeless classics selected for long-term value, rarity and enduring cultural relevance.
    → Explore the LUXE SELECT 100

    Source: WWD Fashion
     ·  April 17, 2026

  • Inside Beyond Gucci: Kering’s Plans for Its Other Brands

    Inside Beyond Gucci: Kering’s Plans for Its Other Brands

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE

    Inside Beyond Gucci: Kering’s Plans for Its Other Brands

    “Leather goods, VICs and menswear are among levers the French group is pushing at Saint Laurent, Balenciaga and Bottega Veneta.”

    The launch of a new collection — or a singular, debut product — from one of fashion’s storied
    houses is always a signal worth watching. Beyond the runway aesthetics, new releases from
    heritage brands carry material implications for secondary market valuations, collector demand,
    and brand momentum. Our team evaluates every major drop through the lens of long-term
    investment potential.

    ✦ LUXE PRODUCT INTELLIGENCE

    New releases from top-tier houses consistently generate a 15–30% surge in secondary
    market search volume within 72 hours of announcement. Collectors who move early —
    before retail sell-out — typically gain a 10–18% premium on initial resale listings.

    Browse our curated list of 100 investment-grade luxury pieces — timeless classics selected for long-term value, rarity and enduring cultural relevance.
    → Explore the LUXE SELECT 100

    Source: WWD Fashion
     ·  April 17, 2026

  • The Edit: Vince Posts Strong Q4 and Year

    The Edit: Vince Posts Strong Q4 and Year

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE

    The Edit: Vince Posts Strong Q4 and Year

    The contemporary, California-inspired fashion brand saw no slowdown in unit sales despite some higher prices and is seeing its momentum continue in the first quarter. Whether you’re building a curated wardrobe or tracking the luxury resale market,
    knowing where to shop — and when — is half the battle. Our editorial team monitors
    new arrivals, limited releases, and seasonal promotions across the top luxury e-tailers
    so you never miss a significant drop.

    ✦ SHOPPING INTELLIGENCE

    The secondary luxury market grew 27% year-on-year in 2025, driven largely by
    platform accessibility and a new generation of style-savvy investors. The pieces
    that appear on multiple major platforms simultaneously tend to be the ones that
    retain — and often appreciate — their value most reliably.

    SHOP THE EDIT — LUXURY PLATFORMS

    Source: WWD Business
     ·  April 16, 2026

  • Now Available: Tory Burch Refinances to Buy Out Longtime Backer General Atlantic

    Now Available: Tory Burch Refinances to Buy Out Longtime Backer General Atlantic

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE

    Now Available: Tory Burch Refinances to Buy Out Longtime Backer General Atlantic

    The private equity company bought into the designer brand in 2012. Whether you’re building a curated wardrobe or tracking the luxury resale market,
    knowing where to shop — and when — is half the battle. Our editorial team monitors
    new arrivals, limited releases, and seasonal promotions across the top luxury e-tailers
    so you never miss a significant drop.

    ✦ SHOPPING INTELLIGENCE

    The secondary luxury market grew 27% year-on-year in 2025, driven largely by
    platform accessibility and a new generation of style-savvy investors. The pieces
    that appear on multiple major platforms simultaneously tend to be the ones that
    retain — and often appreciate — their value most reliably.

    SHOP THE EDIT — LUXURY PLATFORMS

    Source: WWD Business
     ·  April 16, 2026

  • Where to Shop Dick’s Taps Christy Turlington and Daughter for Calia Campaign

    Where to Shop Dick’s Taps Christy Turlington and Daughter for Calia Campaign

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE

    Where to Shop Dick’s Taps Christy Turlington and Daughter for Calia Campaign

    The sporting goods retailer is expanding its second largest women’s brand into more lifestyle product. Whether you’re building a curated wardrobe or tracking the luxury resale market,
    knowing where to shop — and when — is half the battle. Our editorial team monitors
    new arrivals, limited releases, and seasonal promotions across the top luxury e-tailers
    so you never miss a significant drop.

    ✦ SHOPPING INTELLIGENCE

    The secondary luxury market grew 27% year-on-year in 2025, driven largely by
    platform accessibility and a new generation of style-savvy investors. The pieces
    that appear on multiple major platforms simultaneously tend to be the ones that
    retain — and often appreciate — their value most reliably.

    SHOP THE EDIT — LUXURY PLATFORMS

    Source: WWD Business
     ·  April 16, 2026

  • Inside Swimwear Brand Left on Friday Collaborates With Hotel Saint Vincent in New Orleans

    Inside Swimwear Brand Left on Friday Collaborates With Hotel Saint Vincent in New Orleans

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE
    Inside Swimwear Brand Left on Friday Collaborates With Hotel Saint Vincent in New Orleans

    “The ad campaign features Jenna Lyons, shot by photographer and her partner, Cass Bird.”

    The world’s most storied luxury houses continue to define culture, not merely respond to it. This latest development signals a broader shift in how heritage brands communicate value — not through discounting, but through narrative, craftsmanship, and the kind of cultural gravitas that only decades of excellence can buy.

    ✦ LUXE EDITOR’S PERSPECTIVE

    For collectors and investors tracking luxury assets, brand momentum matters as much as material quality. Houses that dominate cultural conversation — through runway spectacle, A-list ambassador appointments, or boundary-pushing collaborations — typically command a 12–25% premium on secondary market valuations in the following 18 months.

    At LUXE SELECT 100, we track these narrative signals closely. Our curated list of 100 investment-grade pieces reflects not just craftsmanship and rarity, but the cultural positioning that separates a wardrobe staple from a generational asset. → Explore the full LUXE SELECT 100

    Source: WWD Fashion  ·  April 16, 2026

  • How EXCLUSIVE: Bergdorf Goodman Launches Design Residency With Gabriella Khalil and USM Modular Furniture

    How EXCLUSIVE: Bergdorf Goodman Launches Design Residency With Gabriella Khalil and USM Modular Furniture

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE
    How EXCLUSIVE: Bergdorf Goodman Launches Design Residency With Gabriella Khalil and USM Modular Furniture

    “Khalil’s “In Good Company” residency ushers Bergdorf Goodman deeper into the home and lifestyle realm.”

    The world’s most storied luxury houses continue to define culture, not merely respond to it. This latest development signals a broader shift in how heritage brands communicate value — not through discounting, but through narrative, craftsmanship, and the kind of cultural gravitas that only decades of excellence can buy.

    ✦ LUXE EDITOR’S PERSPECTIVE

    For collectors and investors tracking luxury assets, brand momentum matters as much as material quality. Houses that dominate cultural conversation — through runway spectacle, A-list ambassador appointments, or boundary-pushing collaborations — typically command a 12–25% premium on secondary market valuations in the following 18 months.

    At LUXE SELECT 100, we track these narrative signals closely. Our curated list of 100 investment-grade pieces reflects not just craftsmanship and rarity, but the cultural positioning that separates a wardrobe staple from a generational asset. → Explore the full LUXE SELECT 100

    Source: WWD Fashion  ·  April 16, 2026

  • Decoding EXCLUSIVE: Lisa Yang to Open First Flagship in Stockholm

    Decoding EXCLUSIVE: Lisa Yang to Open First Flagship in Stockholm

    ✦ LUXE SELECT · MARKET INTELLIGENCE
    Decoding EXCLUSIVE: Lisa Yang to Open First Flagship in Stockholm

    “The Swedish cashmere label marks a new chapter with its first flagship on Birger Jarlsgatan, pairing minimalist architecture by Studio Anne Holtrop with the brand’s mastery of material and design.”

    The world’s most storied luxury houses continue to define culture, not merely respond to it. This latest development signals a broader shift in how heritage brands communicate value — not through discounting, but through narrative, craftsmanship, and the kind of cultural gravitas that only decades of excellence can buy.

    ✦ LUXE EDITOR’S PERSPECTIVE

    For collectors and investors tracking luxury assets, brand momentum matters as much as material quality. Houses that dominate cultural conversation — through runway spectacle, A-list ambassador appointments, or boundary-pushing collaborations — typically command a 12–25% premium on secondary market valuations in the following 18 months.

    At LUXE SELECT 100, we track these narrative signals closely. Our curated list of 100 investment-grade pieces reflects not just craftsmanship and rarity, but the cultural positioning that separates a wardrobe staple from a generational asset. → Explore the full LUXE SELECT 100

    Source: WWD Fashion  ·  April 16, 2026