The New York Times – Travel:
The Ranch, which specializes in long hikes, communal vegan meals and snacks of precisely six almonds, is opening an outpost in the Hudson Valley.
Category: Luxury Goods and Services
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HYT Aims to Bounce Back — Again
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
After the brand’s roller-coaster decade, Vincent Perriard is now running the show — and trying to calm the waters.
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In the Watch World, Size (Small) Increasingly Matters
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The trend is shifting away from huge cases toward a more diminutive style.
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Finland Is Expanding Its Luxury Appeal to Tourists
The New York Times – Travel:
Five-star hotels in Helsinki and Champagne excursions in Lapland are just some of the indications that the country’s approach to tourism is changing.
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Netflix Co-Founder Reed Hastings’ Utah Ski Resort Is Going Half-Private
The New York Times – Travel:
The Netflix co-founder bought Powder Mountain, in Utah, and is turning half of it into a private club for wealthy homeowners who pay a hefty annual fee. Will the public-private model fly?
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Valentino Names Alessandro Michele as Creative Director
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Alessandro Michele, the designer who brought profits and plenty of buzz to Gucci, was just named creative director of Valentino.
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Has the Luxury E-Commerce Bubble Burst?
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Some of the biggest names in fashion e-commerce, including Farfetch and MatchesFashion, have imploded. What does that mean for fashion brands, investors and customers?
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Has the Luxury E-Commerce Bubble Burst?
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
After implosions by Farfetch and MatchesFashion — and with other blowouts possible — the future for online fashion retailers looks uncertain.
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Valentino’s Creative Director Is Departing
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Pierpaolo Piccioli, known for his bold use of color and studded leather shoes, had been at the fashion house for 25 years.