Luxury & Lifestyle
In-depth analysis and breaking intelligence on luxury & lifestyle markets across the GCC.
Luxury Leaders Convene in Paris For Exclusive Insights From BoF on the Industry’s Next Chapter
Executives from LVMH, Puig, Cartier, Balmain, Kering, Alaïa and more attended an intimate breakfast at the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris to unpack luxury’s new growth strategies in a post-slowdown era.
How Data-Driven Market Research is Shaping the Future of Luxury and Fashion
In an industry traditionally driven by instinct and heritage, luxury and fashion brands are increasingly turning to data-backed insights to stay ahead. This article explores how Euromonitor's Passport—an award-winning knowledge hub used by over 60,000 decision-makers—enables forward-thinking strategies. From identifying emerging trends to optimizing supply chains, we uncover the hidden economic logic that makes market research the new cornerstone of competitive advantage in luxury. Dive into the patterns, policies, and innovations reshaping global business implications for the high-end sector.
Luxury Market 2026–2035: Slow Growth, Fast Transformation – How Sustainability and Asia-Pacific Are Reshaping Global Luxury
The global luxury market is projected to grow from USD 344.32 billion in 2026 to USD 516.48 billion by 2035 at a modest 4.7% CAGR. Yet beneath the steady headline numbers lie two seismic shifts: a generational pivot toward sustainability led by millennials and Gen Z, and a geographic rebalancing as Asia-Pacific closes in on Europe’s market share. This article explores the hidden economic logic behind the data – how experiential luxury is overtaking personal luxury, why supply chains must decarbonize, and what the post-COVID recovery means for traditional European houses. Based on the latest Business Research Insights report (ID: BRI117484), we provide a strategic roadmap for brands navigating this dual transformation.
Luxury''s New Logic: Why Deloitte''s 2026 Report Signals a Shift from Volume to Value
Deloitte''s Global Powers of Luxury 2026 report reveals a cautious optimism among 420 senior executives: 66.9% expect stable or growing revenues, and 70.7% anticipate steady or improved margins. However, the report’s deeper insight is a structural pivot from volume-driven growth to value-driven resilience. Only 28.6% cite customer experience and loyalty as the strongest growth opportunity, yet that figure underscores a broader transformation powered by GenAI, value-conscious consumers, evolving demand centers, and tightening regulation. This analysis explores how luxury brands are redefining desirability through pricing power, operational discipline, and immersive flagship experiences—and what that means for supply chains, craftsmanship, and the very definition of luxury in 2026.
Beyond Ownership: The Five Forces Reshaping Luxury in 2025
The luxury market in 2025 is undergoing a profound transformation as value shifts from exclusivity to emotional resonance, wellness, and sustainability. Drawing on Euromonitor International’s latest surveys and industry data, this article explores five interconnected trends: the rise of AI-driven hyper-personalization, the expansion of luxury into lifestyle domains (home, wellness, real estate, retirement), the embedding of sustainability as a baseline expectation, and the explosive growth of experiential luxury to $103.4 billion. With 55% of high-income consumers now prioritizing experiences over things—despite 71% being concerned about everyday costs—brands must redefine their value proposition. The article goes beyond headline numbers to examine the underlying economic logic, supply-chain implications, and long-term strategic shifts that will define the next era of luxury.
Gulf Luxury Lifestyle Trends in 2026: How the UAE and Saudi Arabia Are Redefining Fashion, Wellness, and Premium Living
In 2026, luxury in the UAE and Saudi Arabia is shifting from product-led consumption to experience-led status. Dubai remains the region’s retail and fashion anchor, while Riyadh is emerging as a fast-rising luxury market powered by hospitality, fashion, and lifestyle investment. The new Gulf luxury economy now spans modest fashion, beauty, wellness, premium retail, hospitality, and interior design, reflecting a broader demand for identity-driven and culturally rooted prestige. This article maps the market logic behind the shift, the role of social media in shaping demand, and the long-term implications for brands, supply chains, and luxury real estate across the Gulf.
