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Scottish distillery Glenfiddich has paired up with gallery Rise Art on a luxurious new initiative that allows customers to rent a piece of art to savour in their homes at the same time as their favourite dram. Neat. In our latest article, Nick Carvell, Walpole's Head of Content, speaks to Scott Phillips, Co-Founder, Rise Art and Alex Walker, National Brand Ambassador, Glenfiddich, about the new initiative. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/ePj2txEE Pictured: 1. Cameo by Lucy Cade 2. The Great Secret by Baldvin Ringsted 3. Alex Walker, National Brand Ambassador, Glenfiddich

Walpole is proud to partner with The Outsiders Perspective and its excellent, necessary initiative supports the transition of skilled, professional people of colour into luxury industries. The Outsiders Perspective has assisted us in our selection process for the Walpole Power List, offering invaluable contributions to identifying the 50 most influential people in British luxury – from across roles, sectors and backgrounds. We look forward to revealing the Power List honourees on Monday 27th January.

At the last Walpole British Luxury Summit, Doug Gurr, Director of the Natural History Museum, addressed the tipping point in our oceans' acidity levels, which threatens to disrupt the oceanic food chain. The problem, Gurr explains, is "very, very fixable". "You can make an enormous difference simply by being a bit more thoughtful about where you’re operating," he assures. The Walpole British Luxury Summit 2025 will gather leaders from across the luxury sector for a day of essential insight, expert opinion and strategy-defining analysis. What will you take away from this year’s Summit on Thursday 15th May at The Londoner Hotel? Tickets are now available at our super early bird rate. Members must contact rsvp@thewalpole.co.uk to access their member rate code.

"Since four wheels took over from horses as the primary form of transport, drivers have been modifying, tweaking and personalising the look and performance of their cars," writes Charlie Thomas, for the Book of British Luxury 2024/2025. Exclusivity has always been a defining aspect of the luxury sector. Below, you can read how bespoke became – and remains – the most luxurious component of a car.

"My fabulous hairdresser, Raymond, is a necessity twice a month," says WildAbout's Leanne Roberts-Hewitt in our latest Out of Office interview. Want to know how Wandsworth Common, watermelon martinis and work-free weekends factor into the Owner and Managing Director's downtime essentials? Read the full article below.

This week, Reuters reported that retail executives are looking to tap into wealth in the United States due to its strong stock market and rise in cryptocurrencies, while potential tariffs from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump could support the dollar, raising Americans' purchasing power for European luxury goods. Valued at $106bn, the US luxury market is the largest in the world. A third of this total worth is located in New York. Want to better understand this key export market for British luxury goods?   In March, Walpole will host a three-day trade mission to New York for members to promote their brands in the US while developing business, media and diplomatic relations. Our agenda includes:  • A US luxury market briefing session, when expert speakers from J.P. Morgan will provide knowledge on the evolving political landscape and best practice for localising marketing campaigns to the US consumer.    • Breakfast with Bergdorf Goodman, when its senior buying team will present the US retail outlook and discuss opportunities to work with the group.   • A content creators panel, when leading US based luxury influences will discuss how British luxury brands can connect with the US consumer.   The British Luxury Trade Mission to New York will take place between Tuesday 18th March and Thursday 20th March. For more information please contact: rebecca.mars@thewalpole.co.uk Pictured: Walpole's Helen Brocklebank and Charlotte Keesing at the British Consulate General and Walpole and members meeting Hearst editors in New York.

This idea of something being made to be enjoyed for generations is what particularly distinguishes luxury craft." – Michelle Ogundehin To see craft as outmoded and stuffy is a mistake. Modern interior design must utilise time-honoured techniques and local resources to ensure the longevity of both, writes interior design journalist, Michelle Ogundehin in the current edition of the Walpole Book of British Luxury 2024/2025 – now live on-site.

“We are a luxury brand with broad universal appeal. And when I think about the top five luxury brands, those luxury brands have broad universal appeal, and each has a different way of exciting customers. Some use lipstick as the entry point. Some use sunglasses. Our core is outerwear and apparel.” Burberry CEO Josh Schulman on his strategy for the British luxury icon. https://lnkd.in/eAk8BXUa

Why should you attend the Walpole British Luxury Summit? • Increase your knowledge of the latest trends that are defining the future of the luxury sector during a period of rapid change. • Gain unique access to unparalleled industry insights from business leaders and creatives so you know what’s coming next. • Network with the luxury sector's most notable executives, editors and advisors. • Get inspiration for the year ahead from our superb selection of speakers, and be energised by upcoming opportunities for growth and creativity. Purchase your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/eYMRXHb3 In-person tickets are available at our super early bird rates until Sunday 23rd February. Pictured: Daniel Peters, Founder of Fashion Minority Report, and Kirsty McGregor, Executive European Editor of Vogue Business. Image by Philipp Ammon

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