Luxury

Purple Style Labs sets price band, eyes ₹4,604 crore IPO valuation

The company will raise up to ₹680 crore in a fresh issue to fund lease liabilities, marketing and expansion, with the offer opening on August 31 and closing on September 2

The room comes first: Home entertainment and the quiet return of listening

Luxury home entertainment is shifting from showcasing expensive equipment to creating personalised spaces where technology, music and memories seamlessly fit into everyday life

At home with books: The art of creating thoughtfully planned libraries

For India's bibliophiles, home libraries are becoming luxurious sanctuaries where architecture, books and personal stories come together

Rest assured: Recovery takes centre stage as strength, mobility goals grow

As strength and mobility goals grow more ambitious, the importance of sleep and recovery, aided by a plethora of products, is taking centre stage, writes Ranjita Ganesan

Culinary sanctuaries: How technology, customisation are reshaping kitchens

The kitchen is undergoing a quiet revolution driven by invisible technology and hyper-customisation, finds Abhilasha Ojha

Animal kingdom: Gucci, LV accessories bring luxury to furry companions

If luxury is the way of life, why shouldn't pets indulge themselves too, asks Anushka Bhardwaj

Rare consoles, VR rigs: Gaming room is becoming an expression of its owner

Gaming is moving beyond high-end hardware as affluent buyers turn dedicated rooms into personalised luxury spaces blending technology, entertainment, design and lifestyle

Luxury bed linen gains ground as better sleep becomes a wellness priority

From Egyptian cotton and handcrafted quilts to hotel-inspired duvets, India's affluent class is spending more on premium bed linen as sleep becomes a key part of wellness

Seeking the sacred, in style: When the spiritual meets the material

India's affluent travellers are spending more on luxury spiritual retreats that combine inner transformation, curated rituals, cultural immersion, and five-star comfort

SOPPA: HUMAN-CENTRIC LOGISTICS Beyond Just Technology & AI

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The new luxury: Pre-owned, pre-loved, but definitely not 'second-hand'

Luxury watches, handbags, jewellery and even designer furniture are finding a thriving resale market as younger Indians embrace authenticated pre-owned products for value, rarity and sustainability

Atelier Expressions to acquire luxury handcrafted mithai brand Khoya

TVS Venu Group's premium lifestyle platform will acquire a majority stake in Khoya, strengthening its portfolio of artisanal brands rooted in heritage and craftsmanship

Singapore, Zurich top world's costliest city list for luxury spending

Zurich climbed to second place, edging out London, while Monaco entered the top three for the first time since the survey began in 2020

Charvet, world's oldest shirt maker, has a new owner: Chanel

Chanel has acquired Charvet, the world's oldest shirt maker, expanding its luxury portfolio while positioning the historic Paris house as a standalone brand

How AI concierge services are reinventing luxury

Luxury is increasingly shifting from ownership to personalised services. This has fuelled the rise of AI concierge platforms that help users manage everyday tasks through automation.

Mumbai-based investor buys apartment in The Dahlias for ₹120 crore

The acquisition adds to a series of high-value transactions at DLF's super-luxury Gurugram project, where prices have risen sharply since launch

From restaurants to residences: The rise of private chefs at private dos

Affluent households are increasingly replacing restaurant outings with personalised chef-led dining experiences at home, fuelling demand for bespoke menus, convenience and exclusivity

BMW Group India to hike prices by up to 2% across portfolios from July 1

German luxury car maker BMW Group India on Monday said it will increase prices by up to 2 per cent across its entire BMW and MINI vehicle portfolios with effect from July 1. The price hike will be applicable across locally-produced as well as completely-built-up BMW and MINI brands, the company said in a statement. "To protect our premium standards against macroeconomic headwinds -- specifically rupee depreciation and escalating logistics costs -- we are introducing a price increase of up to 2 per cent across our portfolio, effective July 1," said Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India. BMW India's range of locally produced cars includes the 2 Series Gran Coupe, 3 Series Long Wheelbase, 5 Series Long Wheelbase, 7 Series, X1, X3, X5, X7, M340i and iX1 Long Wheelbase models. Besides, it also offers i5 M60, i7, i7 M70, BMW iX, M440i Convertible, M2 Coupe, M4 Competition, M5 and XM as completely built-up units (CBU).

Under your feet: Rugs and carpets emerge as luxury investments across homes

From handcrafted Kashmiri silk carpets to contemporary abstract rugs, Indian homeowners are increasingly investing in statement floor pieces that blend craftsmanship, comfort and personal style

India's e-commerce goes luxe: What’s driving India’s luxury shift online?

India’s fashion e-commerce platforms like Myntra, Nykaa, Tata Cliq, Ajio and Amazon are moving beyond heavy discounting to focus on premium products. They are building curated segments