Brand Story

From a 70 square metre Parisian shop to a global luxury institution, Galeries Lafayette has spent more than 130 years turning retail into architecture, theatre and discovery.

Virgile + Partners has quietly shaped luxury environments for Harrods, Bloomingdale’s, Third Space and Galeries Lafayette, designing spaces where architecture becomes part of the brand experience.

Discover Surana Jewellers of Jaipur, the historic jewellery house tracing its legacy to 1735, and its role in preserving Jaipur’s Kundan, Meena, Jadau and high jewellery traditions.

Discover the Drouant brand story - the historic Paris restaurant on Place Gaillon that has been the home of the Prix Goncourt and a temple of French gastronomy since 1880.

The Brunello Cucinelli brand story is philosophy made wearable - the tale of how a farmer's son turned coloured cashmere and a forgotten Umbrian village into the definitive name in quiet, humane, absolute luxury.

Inside The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur - Mewari architecture, private-pool suites, palace dining and the rituals behind Asia's most awarded lakeside resort.

Discover IRTH by Titan - the thoughtful, modern women's handbag brand that blends style, utility, and contemporary elegance. Designed for the woman on the move, IRTH offers premium bags for every occasion.

Discover Genda Phool Co, India's modern luxury mithai house founded by Shweta Agarwal. From premium wedding hampers to high-end Diwali and corporate gifting across Mumbai, Delhi and Dubai, this LuxuryAbode feature explores how tradition meets celebration.

Discover Stanley Lifestyles Limited, a premier Indian luxury furniture brand since 1999. Explore premium leather sofas, customisable home solutions and high end interiors across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and more.

Explore Indriya by Aditya Birla Jewellery, India's emerging luxury jewellery house blending heritage craftsmanship, certified diamonds and premium retail expansion across Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad and beyond.

Discover the story of Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas - a luxury brand born in Thailand, renowned for blending authentic local culture with world-class experiences. Explore its global expansion, sustainable luxury, and iconic properties around the world.

A deep editorial dive into Qatar Museums, examining how vision, leadership, and long-term cultural strategy turned art into one of Qatar's most powerful global assets.

Founded in 1916 with a $300 loan, Nathan’s Famous grew from a Coney Island hot dog stand into a $450 million cultural asset. A masterclass in brand legacy, ritual, and heritage-led value.

Discover how Coperni is reshaping modern luxury by merging fashion with science, technology, and cultural intelligence. From spray-on dresses to aerogel bags, explore the future of fashion through a LuxuryAbode perspective in the brand story of Coperni.

Discover Seiko's 140+ year legacy of Japanese watchmaking excellence. From the Quartz revolution to Spring Drive and Grand Seiko, explore innovation, craftsmanship, and timeless design.

Discover how URWERK revolutionized luxury watchmaking through innovative satellite displays, atomic clock technology, and avant-garde design that transforms timepieces into kinetic art.