Welcome to The Weekly Edit, your curated digest of the latest in the world of luxury. Each week, WLCC brings you a handpicked selection of industry news, insights, and stories influencing the future of high-end fashion, design, travel, real estate, and beyond. Consider this your insider’s guide to the latest in luxury.
Above: Jane Goodall poses for a portrait in 2017.
David Levene/eyevine/Redux via CNN
Remembering Dr. Jane Goodall: A Lasting Voice for the Planet
Dr. Jane Goodall, the pioneering zoologist and primatologist who transformed our understanding of chimpanzees, passed away on 1 October at age 91. Renowned for discovering that chimpanzees use tools and display human-like emotions, Goodall dedicated her later years to global advocacy, sustainability, and youth education. Her final projects reflected her enduring commitment to conservation — including a jewellery collaboration with Brilliant Earth using recycled gold and carbon-capture diamonds to fund the Jane Goodall Institute. Just days before her passing, she spoke passionately about empathy, legacy, and hope during a Vogue Business interview and a New York Climate Week event with Diane von Furstenberg.
Read the interview here: https://www.voguebusiness.com/story/sustainability/what-sustainable-fashion-can-learn-from-dr-jane-goodall
Via: Vogue Business, CNN
Macau Will Be the New Hub for Flagship Stores
Paying attention to Macau is important for Luxury brands looking to grow in Asia. Starting November 1, the city will launch its “First Store Economy programme”, offering up to MOP 1 million (about USD 125,000) in financial support to help global brands open their first flagship stores there. With more than 30 million visitors a year, many of them big spenders, Macau offers strong potential for sales and visibility. The program includes funding for operations, bonuses for top locations and larger spaces, and support for hiring local staff, making it an appealing entry point into a thriving market.
Via: Global Legal Post
Above: Image from LVMH
Louis Vuitton Introduces Iconic Beauty Line Led by Dame Pat McGrath
Louis Vuitton presents “La Beauté Louis Vuitton”, a new cosmetics universe where makeup becomes a sensory and artistic experience. Led by Dame Pat McGrath as Creative Director, the collection debuted in China on August 20 before its global release. Featuring 55 lipsticks, ten balms, and eight eyeshadows, each piece is refillable, combining sustainability with the Maison’s standards. Designer Konstantin Grcic placed sustainability at the heart of this vision, while Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud contributed a distinctive fragrance signature. Drawing inspiration from Louis Vuitton’s iconic vanity cases, the line includes trunks and leather accessories, transforming daily beauty routines into an experience of sophistication, innovation, and lasting quality.
Via: LVMH
Above: Image from Marriott International
Marriott and Shamal Holding Team Up for Region’s Premier EDITION Homes
Set to open in 2029 and featuring 165 luxury residences and a 185-room hotel, Shamal Holding and Marriott International have announced a strategic partnership to introduce the first EDITION-branded residences in the Middle East. The Dubai Beach EDITION, located at Dubai Harbour. The residences will offer two, three, and four-bedroom apartments with resort amenities and services, while the hotel will provide sea-view accommodations and distinctive dining experiences. This development aims to mark a key turning point for luxury living and hospitality in Dubai, combining beachfront elegance with urban vibrancy.
Park Hyatt Turns 45 with Major Openings Across Continents
Park Hyatt is celebrating 45 years of shaping personalized luxury experiences with the launch of its new global campaign, “Luxury is Personal”, alongside a wave of openings across major international markets. Newly opened and soon-to-open properties in Johannesburg, Kuala Lumpur, Los Cabos, Tokyo, London, Marrakech, and other sought-after locations highlight the brand’s global momentum. Each hotel reflects its surroundings through thoughtful design, attentive service, and distinctive local character, creating stays that leave a lasting impression. Since 2017, Hyatt’s luxury portfolio has grown by 146%, underscoring the rising demand for travel experiences that feel tailored, refined, and globally connected.
Via: Hyatt
Raise a Glass: World Luxury Day Has Arrived!
It is official, October 8th marks the debut of World Luxury Day, new global holiday dedicated to honouring craftsmanship, innovation, and excellence across the luxury sector. Created by the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, the day aims to bring together designers, artisans, and industry leaders under a shared celebration of excellence. Already supported by influential figures across fashion, design, and hospitality, World Luxury Day spotlights what truly matters in modern luxury. Leading voices in the industry to share their thoughts on its significance, revealing insights on inspiration, purpose, and the future of luxury. “World Luxury Day isn’t just a date; it’s a movement. For luxury brands, creators, and changemakers, now is the time to join WLCC and be part of building an inclusive, forward-thinking luxury industry.” – Comments Alexander Chetchikov, World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, President
Via: Salon Privé Magazine
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