Louis Vuitton totes and Dior micro bags can save luxury

By Bloomberg Published Apr 5, 2024 In 2007, Louis Vuitton introduced a new spacious bag in its trademark monogram. Meant as a seasonal beach carry-all, the Neverfull, as it was known, became an instant hit. Part of the appeal was that it was relatively affordable. I purchased one in 2010, and it cost around £600 ($760). Not cheap […]

The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics

Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here’s an offering of the best […]

McDonald's to buy back Israeli stores after boycott

By Jemma Dempsey Fast food giant McDonald’s is to buy back all its Israeli restaurants following a boycott of the brand in response to the Israel-Hamas war. The company said it had reached an agreement with franchisee Alonyal for the return of 225 outlets across the country employing 5,000 people. McDonald’s was criticised after Alonyal […]

5 Classic 2024 Spring Event Looks Courtesy of Polo Ralph Lauren

It seems sunnier weather is finally about to make an appearance (fingers crossed!) and my calendar has already started filling up with those much-awaited outdoor soirées and garden parties. Now, I love a spring soirée as much as the next person—the ambience, the sun, the food; they’re all my favourite things—but navigating through the sea […]