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Affluent Holiday Spending to Rise 2.2pc to $27.8B: Study
September, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses the 2013 holiday spending plans of the affluent.  (http://www.luxurydaily.com/affluent-holiday-purchases-to-rise-2-2pc-report/) By Joe McCarthy Average holiday sales among affluent households is expected...
Holiday Season Bright for US Retailers
September, 2013 – This article from Warc discusses predictions for 2013 holiday gift spending among the affluent. (http://www.warc.com/LatestNews/News/Holiday_season_bright_for_US_retailers.news?ID=31983) NEW YORK: Sales growth during the US holiday season for...
Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein Push Home Collections in Town & Country
September, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses Town & Country magazine's editorial and advertising emphasis for their dual audience of affluent men and affluent women. ...
Ulysse Nardin Highlights Nautical History with Limited-Edition Timepiece
September, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses the new nautical-themed limited-edition watches from Ulysse Nardin commemorating the origins of the America's Cup race. ...
Private Jet Travel Soars via Brand Expansions, Strong Markets
August, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses how private jet travel has increased again due to the improving economy, new partnerships, and brand expansions. ...
Raymond Weil Aims for Aspirational Consumers with Music Partnership
July, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses watchmaker Raymond Weil aiming for younger consumers through a sponsorship of new musicians promoted by This is Wired. (http://www.luxurydaily.com/raymond-weils-music-partnership-targets-young-consumers/)...
Dolce & Gabbana, Prada Sustain Campaigns with July Vogue Ads
June, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses how luxury brands like Dolce & Gabbana and Prada are using their ads in Vogue magazine to reach a younger audience, thereby hoping to create loyal lifetime customers. ...
Jaguar Land Rover France Enriches Le Royal Monceau Guest Experience with New Partnership
June, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses Jaguar Land Rover France making their Jaguar XJ Ultimate and Range Rover Autobiography available for rental at Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris hotel. ...
In the Hamptons, Catering to the Rich (and Their Dogs) is Good Business
May, 2013 – This article from Reuters discusses how the Hamptons are benefiting from an increase this year in spending by the affluent on second homes, vacation travel, and dining in restaurants. ...
3% of Affluent Women Buy Apparel via Mobile: Study
May, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses that even though 51 percent of affluent women buy designer apparel online, only 3 percent do so using mobile devices. (http://www.luxurydaily.com/3pc-of-women-buy-apparel-via-mobile-study/) By Erin Shea Only 3...