In the United States, the closure of several emblematic galleries between July and August has sent shockwaves through the art world. It marks the end of years of euphoria when gallerists, under pressure from a highly speculative market, spent without restraint.

India’s luxury housing market is touching new highs as prestigious pin-codes command record breaking prices and elite societies redefine luxury housing with 5-star amenities. Luxury Tribune explores how India’s wealthy are turning prime real-estate into a powerful status symbol.

This summer marks the beginning of a season of major exhibitions where fashion is recontextualized—culturally, socially, and politically, offering an opportunity to discover, from prestigious galleries to renowned museums, the history behind the movements shaping our contemporary styles.

Last June, the house of Piaget unveiled its new high jewelry collection in Barcelona. Called Shapes of Extraleganza, this second chapter in a trilogy designed to showcase the shapes, colors, and volumes of Piaget jewelry was staged—by striking contrast—within the brutalist architecture of the Espai Corberó.

At the intersection of art and luxury, the visual artist represented by Emmanuel Perrotin has been named the Artist of the Year 2025. Othoniel will be honored in Avignon with an unprecedented, city-wide exhibition this summer.

Jean-Christophe Babin analyzes the profitability of the Geneva Watch Days, the dynamics of key markets, and the levers of growth for the watch industry, at a time when the sector is under pressure from U.S. tariffs.

Big wave surfing has taken on a whole new dimension in Nazaré, Portugal, now the undisputed spot for the world’s biggest waves. Led by Nic Von Rupp, winner of the 2025 Tudor Nazaré Big Wave Challenge alongside Clément Roseyro, the Mountains of the Sea project aims to redefine the future of the sport.

The enchanting land of New Mexico and the new tech capital, Santa Fe and Austin are two cities in the southern United States that have successfully renewed their appeal to a younger generation seeking economic dynamism, indigenous culture, and the American way of life.

Maria Grazia Chiuri is taking over a theater in Rome. Dries Van Noten wants to promote Venetian art and craftsmanship in a Gothic palace. Meanwhile, Helmut Lang and Martin Margiela have shifted careers to become artists. Fashion can lead anywhere — provided one finds a way out.

As Art Basel opens its doors to the public on June 19, the climate of economic and political uncertainty is making collectors cautious. While the speculative frenzy around young artists seems to have subsided, the contemporary art market is still recovering.

Audemars Piguet continues to refine its production model and accelerate watchmaking innovation. Its goal: to better master production flows in order to gain agility and long-term growth. Lucas Raggi, Chief Industrial Officer, reveals the brand’s industrial strategies in place through 2035.

From the high plains of Montana to the mountains of Colorado and the valleys of Texas, huge ranches are now becoming the new status symbol of the wealthiest individuals.

The luxury market is increasingly aligning itself with musical artists known for their hybrid styles and multicultural backgrounds. These new codes intrigue dedicated fans and open the luxury world to new audiences.

More and more luxury houses are expanding into film production, whether through promotional short films, documentaries, or internal cinema divisions. One of the key reasons for this shift is the decrease in funding from major streaming platforms, prompting the industry to open up to luxury brands.

The concert that brought together Rolex ambassadors at the Paris Opera on May 11 left a lasting impression. A triumph for the artists and a reaffirmation for Rolex of the evolution of its concept of excellence.