Category: WLCC News & Updates

On October 8, 2026, the global luxury industry comes together for World Luxury Day. The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) founded this annual celebration to honour the creativity, craftsmanship, and people behind luxury. There are many ways to celebrate World Luxury Day, and sometimes the simplest is to show that you are part of […]

Taylor Travel Management Group has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, entering a global executive network that brings together leaders and established companies across the luxury sector. The membership reflects Taylor Travel Management Group’s position within luxury travel and mobility, where discretion, personalized service, and international capabilities shape its approach to clients. With headquarters […]

In luxury, relationships have always mattered. Business is often built through trust, reputation, personal introductions, and conversations that develop over time. Yet as professional networks become larger and increasingly digital, having more connections does not necessarily mean having the right connections. For the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC), this is the thinking behind its […]

The WLCC Monthly Edit: your curated digest of the latest in the world of luxury. Each month, WLCC brings you a handpicked selection of industry news, insights, and stories influencing the future of high-end fashion, design, hospitality, travel, real estate, and beyond. Consider this your insider’s guide to the latest in luxury.  Key Insights from the EY […]

As luxury enters a period of greater stability, the question facing brands is no longer simply how to create more products or even more memorable experiences. It is how to remain desirable when customers are placing greater value on meaning, connection and the way luxury makes them feel. During the latest World Luxury Chamber of […]

Maison&Objet Pulse in Paris brought together not only leading names in design and interiors, but also members of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce community. Held from 10 to 14 September 2026, the international design fair was an official WLCC partner event, giving Chamber members access to the show and its VIP programme. During the […]

The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) has announced the inaugural TOP Luxury Business Education 2026, a new WLCC Selection recognizing leading universities and business schools for the strength and relevance of their luxury-focused programs. Published in September 2026, the selection brings together institutions from around the world that are contributing to the education of […]

Alexander Chetchikov, President of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, shares his personal observations from this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival, from changing buyer behaviour and new ownership models to the wider business opportunities surrounding the yachting industry. After visiting the Cannes Yachting Festival this year, I came away with several observations that went beyond the […]

What makes a luxury experience truly memorable? This question shaped the latest WLCC Leadership Lounge, featuring Hayley Hines, Founder of Soul Sparkle Living™, International Speaker, Luxury Travel and Experience Design Advisor, and Luxury Wellness Consultant. The session brought together nearly 30 participants from across the global luxury industry for a fireside conversation followed by WLCC’s […]

The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is expanding its WLCC Luxury Intelligence initiative, creating a central hub for trusted research, market insights and expert perspectives from across the international luxury industry. The initiative brings together intelligence from leading research firms, consultancies, associations and institutions, alongside contributions from individual experts, analysts, authors, executives, speakers and […]

World Luxury Day on October 8 marks the start of the Month of Luxury, a month dedicated to celebrating the people, craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation behind luxury. Throughout October, brands, creators, and communities worldwide are invited to take part through events, experiences, and special initiatives that bring the Month of Luxury to life. Established by […]

BB Boutique & Co. has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, bringing a distinctive understanding of how fragrance can shape the experience of luxury through atmosphere, memory, ritual, and the relationship between scent and space. Founded by Latia Nelson, Spatial Fragrance Design Expert, BB Boutique & Co. is the world’s first Gullah-Geechee-founded luxury fragrance house. The house works […]

Luxury Table Society has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, bringing a specialized authority in French luxury tableware and art de la table to the Chamber’s international network. Founded by Clotilde Germain and based in France, the independent platform connects international luxury audiences with French craftsmanship, table culture, and savoir-faire through editorial expertise, curated […]

Luxury brands have spent decades perfecting the client experience. From meticulously designed environments and exceptional products to carefully developed service standards, significant investment goes into ensuring every interaction reflects the brand. Yet Diamond Edge Consulting’s Certified Luxury Transformation Professional™ (CLTP) certification asks a different question: who is investing in the people creating those experiences? Created […]

Artificial intelligence has moved rapidly from an emerging technology to a strategic priority for organisations worldwide. Yet for leadership teams, the real challenge is no longer simply understanding what AI can do. It is turning that potential into meaningful action and measurable business results. HUMANEDGE Online: AI Execution for Leadership Teams is designed to address […]

Issue 6 of Luxury People Magazine, the official magazine of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC), has arrived, and this edition starts with a question worth asking: What does luxury mean today?  On the cover is Rachel Walsh, recently appointed CMO of Moët Hennessy UK, whose career has taken her across luxury, fashion, and sports lifestyle. In the cover […]

Mario Kleff® Architects Co. Ltd approaches architecture through a principle that gives structure a visible role in design. In the firm’s work, beams, spans, concrete frameworks, and engineered systems are not hidden behind style; they help define the building’s form, rhythm, and spatial identity. This approach has placed the company in focus with Luxury Lifestyle Awards, where […]

Carlton International has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, becoming part of a global network that brings together established leaders and brands from across the luxury sector to encourage strategic dialogue, collaboration, and industry advancement. Based in France, Carlton International operates in luxury real estate and property development. With more than 30 years of […]

The WLCC Monthly Edit: your curated digest of the latest in the world of luxury. Each month, WLCC brings you a handpicked selection of industry news, insights, and stories influencing the future of high-end fashion, design, hospitality, travel, real estate, and beyond. Consider this your insider’s guide to the latest in luxury.  The New Private Luxury 2026 […]

The Luxury People Podcast (LPP), presented by the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC), has become a respected platform for conversations with executives, innovators, and business leaders from across the global luxury industry. Hosted by António Paraíso, an internationally recognised luxury strategist, author, and branding expert, each episode goes beyond a traditional interview to explore […]

The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is pleased to announce the induction of Studio MR into its distinguished international community of luxury brands, entrepreneurs, and industry innovators. This milestone recognizes Studio MR’s creative expertise while reinforcing WLCC’s mission to unite exceptional companies that are setting new standards across the global luxury market. Membership in the World Luxury […]

How will Digital Product Passports, AI agents and new forms of online commerce change the way luxury brands build trust and serve their clients?  This question was at the heart of the latest WLCC Leadership Lounge, featuring Pedro López-Belmonte, Chief Product Officer at VersAI, part of the Zilliqa Group, and former Technology Innovation Lead at Richemont.  Drawing on […]

The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is pleased to announce the launch of the WLCC Selection: Leading Providers of Luxury Intelligence & Market Insights, a curated pick of leading organisations that provide high-quality research, market intelligence, industry insights, and thought leadership for the global luxury sector. Developed by the WLCC Research Team in collaboration […]

Airport Passes – Meet & Greet Services has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce as a Professional Member, reinforcing its position within a global network of luxury industry leaders committed to collaboration, strategic dialogue, and the continued advancement of excellence across the luxury sector. The membership reflects the company’s role in delivering premium airport […]