Lots of people have had to cancel their world travels this summer thanks to COVID-19. But that doesn’t mean vacation is cancelled! Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has has expert tips and insights on how to plan and execute the best luxury staycation at home right now.
A small consolation arising from the global anguish and protests against brutality and violence by law enforcement officers, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the heightened conversation about racism in America is the spotlight currently shining on talented black people in every field of endeavor. We’re celebrating that long-overdue trend with a look at some of the under-appreciated black designers, founders and retailers in the world of luxury fashion. And while there are several black men at the helm of designer brands, as black women we want to highlight the top black woman-led luxury fashion brands to know right now. We love you, brothers, but it’s girls-only for this particular list. Here are some of the top names to know in the realm of luxury fashion brands founded and run by black women designers. If you didn’t know them before, prepare to be amazed. Black Girl Luxury Magic is real.
A universal symbol of adventure and curiosity, and potentially of human connection, we love artisanal luxury globes as an essential element of office or home décor. They make wonderful gifts, especially to mark a significant life event or the conclusion of a marvelous trip. Here’s our curated list of the best brands of luxury globes in the world right now that double as sophisticated home or office décor, including desk, floor and bespoke hand-crafted models. Let’s go!
Now that there are a few more opportunities to leave your home, the topic of footwear is newly relevant. No more sock feet 24/7! Happily, there are some seriously chic sandals and slides available right now – although they will require you to resolve the pedicure issue, once you’re past that, it’s gonna be pure fun. Our correspondent Jillian Tangen has curated a list of the best luxury summer slides sandals to buy right now.
Getting from point A to point B right now is more complicated than ever. With local and national travel restrictions in a constant state of flux, COVID-19 flare-ups in many parts of America, and severely reduced commercial air capacity worldwide, the complexity of planning an important business trip or a safe family vacation is seriously daunting. Some of our friends have managed to take to the sky, though. Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has assessed the state of private aviation, and she has the answer to this pressing question: What are the best ways to book a private jet for your next big trip and which companies are best? Here’s everything you need to know about the private aviation market right now, including charters, jet cards, memberships, and fractional ownership.
