Kristen Shirley

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A Top Cognac Brand Has Ambitions To Be the Next Hermès

Rémy Martin’s new Louis XIII Art de la Table collection of porcelain dinnerware is the first step in its lifestyle brand ambitions.

September 24, 2025

September 24, 2025

A Top Cognac Brand Has Ambitions To Be the Next Hermès

Rémy Martin’s new Louis XIII Art de la Table collection of porcelain dinnerware is the first step in its lifestyle brand ambitions.

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July 15, 2025

July 15, 2025

The Hottest Independent Jewelry Designers Share One Secret Weapon

For a certain category of elite jewelers, returning to the century-old style of art deco has been a proven moneymaker.

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July 15, 2025

July 15, 2025

Why Art Deco Jewelry Still Commands Millions 100 Years Later

It’s been a century since the exposition in Paris gave birth to a movement. Its appeal has never faded.

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June 2, 2025

June 2, 2025

Ten Classic Gifts (With a Twist) for Father’s Day

Ideas for the dad who has almost everything.

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April 30, 2025

April 30, 2025

Thirteen Mother’s Day Gifts That Tell Her Just How Special She Is

You still have plenty of time to get her something she’ll truly love.

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April 22, 2025

April 22, 2025

Nine Graduation Gift Ideas for Uncertain Times

We sourced things that say “congratulations,” and also “stay nimble, young friend.”

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April 15, 2025

April 15, 2025

High Jewelry Automatons Are Robots Covered in Gold and Diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels makes these highly collectible rare objects with movement, sound and plenty of gemstones.

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March 21, 2025

March 21, 2025

Nine Products to Help Put Your Freshest Face Forward This Spring

Give your face a makeover (or cover it up with a great pair of shades).

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February 25, 2025

February 25, 2025

With a Simple Twist, Audemars Piguet Revolutionizes Perpetual Calendar Watches

The Swiss brand introduced a range of new timepieces in honor of its 150th anniversary—including the calibre 7138 movement, which solves a pesky problem with perpetual calendars.

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February 8, 2025

February 8, 2025

How to Make Your Bonus Last Forever

Over twenty strategies to maximizing the most magical time of year

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February 3, 2025

February 3, 2025

Eleven Luxury Valentine’s Day Gifts to Delight Your Loved One

You'll find the perfect present here, from games to play together to diamond jewelry they’ll adore.

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November 18, 2024

November 18, 2024

100 Luxury Gifts That Are a Fresh Take on Classic Holiday Cheer

This year give them a traditional gift with a fresh twist.

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August 26, 2024

August 26, 2024

This Insane Necklace (And More) Is Why Jewelry Brand Boucheron Is Booming

Have you ever seen anything like these pieces?

August 9, 2024

August 9, 2024

This Clinical Skin-Care Regimen Is the Product of 38 Years of Research

Valmont's new V-Lift line fights wrinkles the Swiss way.

This Clinical Skin-Care Regimen Is the Product of 38 Years of Research

July 23, 2024

July 23, 2024

The Seven Products Arriving in August That We’re Obsessing Over

A new Defender, a low-country resort and the return of Jaws.

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July 11, 2024

July 11, 2024

Diamonds and Emeralds and Zebras, Oh My! In 2024, High Jewelry Got Wild

The 10 most exciting collections we’ve seen this year.

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June 1, 2024

June 1, 2024

The Jewelry Trends and Independent Designers We Adore

Think unique for a big, bold summer of sparkle.

The Jewelry Trends and Independent Designers We Adore

May 31, 2024

May 31, 2024

Why Big Luxury Brands Are Rushing to Make Fine Jewelry for Men

Louis Vuitton, David Yurman, John Hardy and other houses are looking at a market that’s expected to double in less than a decade.

Why Big Luxury Brands Are Rushing to Make Fine Jewelry for Men

May 31, 2024

May 31, 2024

The Wildest New Creations in Jewelry Don’t Rely on Diamonds

A highlight of recent collections are pieces that use unconventional stones.

The Wildest New Creations in Jewelry Don’t Rely on Diamonds

May 29, 2024

May 29, 2024

Is the Quiet Luxury Era Over? New Jewelry Is Going Big and Bold

The statement piece has been making a not-so-stealthy comeback.

Is the Quiet Luxury Era Over? New Jewelry Is Going Big and Bold