89pc of CEOs optimistic about state of luxury: survey
The top executives of the world’s leading luxury brands are optimistic about the future growth of the industry, expecting a rise in sales of more than 9 percent over the next twelve months, according to a recent Departures survey.
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Gucci organizes hackathon to inspire mobile app solutions
Italy’s Gucci is teaming up with Twitter to continue the charitable efforts of its Chime for Change organization Dec. 5 – 7 with a hackathon called “Chime Hack” to create mobile applications to assist women and girls in need.
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Bentley’s Power on Ice excursion features husky sleds, new Flying Spur
Bentley Motors is building upon its 2014 Power on Ice events in Finland with a longer lineup of cars, circuits designed by four-time World Rally Champion Juha Kankkunen and options for designing a bespoke trip.
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Four Seasons Dublin champions national artists via Sculpture in Context
Four Seasons Hotel Dublin is tapping into Ireland’s artistic culture by hosting a Sculpture in Context event beginning Nov. 5 that will likely pique the interest of art enthusiasts.
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Chanel, Dior showcase collections in special watch and jewelry Robb Report
Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Dior bolstered their fine jewelry and watch collections in Robb Report’s “Special Watch and Jewelry” November issue that displays many leading jewelers.
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US resilience propels 4pc luxury spending growth: Bain
The Americas are expected to surpass China in terms of luxury goods spending growth, while global revenue will climb an estimated two percent to $299 billion, according to a new study by Bain & Co.
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Chanel, Tata, Kering and London – News briefs
Today in luxury marketing – Come fly with Chanel; Tata’s JLR unit targets ultra-rich; Kering eyes job cuts at La Redoute in sale effort; Excitement builds for Asian art fair.
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The case against responsive Web design
The hype about mobile responsive design reached a crescendo about a year ago. On the surface, the pitch resonates. Why manage multiple sites when you can manage just one and have it resize itself for all channels? Simple, right?
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