Sebastian Duval

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Sebastian Duval is an editorial byline for The Prestige Edit, with a focus on Premium Brands, Luxury Living, Exclusive Travel. Biographical credentials and external profiles are published only after verification.

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Latest Articles

A dynamic, cinematic scene of a Parisian market at dusk, overlaid with digital security icons, representing the fight against luxury counterfeiting.
Premium Brands

What is Veritas and how does it combat luxury counterfeiting?

Before the Paris Olympics, French police shut down 11 stores, seizing 63,000 counterfeit items and arresting ten individuals in a single operation, according to theregreview .

Sep 19, 2026 · 3 min read

A luxurious interior living space with a large window showcasing a calming view of a forest, emphasizing the connection between nature and high-end design.
Luxury Living

What are neuroaesthetics principles in luxury interior design?

A recent study revealed that simply having a view of nature from a window can reduce patient recovery times in hospitals by 8.

Sep 19, 2026 · 6 min read

Interior view of a spacious and opulent Air France La Première suite, featuring luxurious seating and elegant design elements, symbolizing ultimate comfort in air travel.
Premium Brands

Air France Boosts Premium Offerings

Each suite in Air France's new La Première experience will offer nearly 3.

Sep 19, 2026 · 5 min read

Close-up of the limited-edition Hublot Classic Fusion Balloon Dog watch by Jeff Koons, featuring the iconic 'Balloon Dog' sculpture design in vibrant colors.
Watches & Jewelry

Hublot and Jeff Koons Unveil Limited-Edition 'Balloon Dog' Watches

Hublot unveils a new timepiece featuring Jeff Koons's iconic 'Balloon Dog' sculpture, launching at $24,100 and limited to just 200 pieces per colorway.

Sep 18, 2026 · 3 min read

A woman with perfectly manicured bare nails subtly displays a high-end accessory in a sophisticated, minimalist luxury setting.
Luxury Living

Quiet luxury isn't over, it's evolving into invisible wealth.

In 2026, while elaborate manicures often signify meticulous personal care, bare nails have emerged as a potent, understated status symbol.

Sep 18, 2026 · 3 min read

Serene luxury bedroom with natural elements and calming colors, designed with Feng Shui principles for enhanced well-being.
Luxury Living

What are Feng Shui luxury home design principles for well-being?

Studies show that specific color palettes in bedrooms can reduce cortisol levels by 15%, revealing a scientific basis for ancient Feng Shui principles.

Sep 17, 2026 · 3 min read

A luxury handbag and a streetwear item displayed together, symbolizing the fusion of high-end and mass-market retail in brand collaborations.
Premium Brands

Luxury Brand Collaborations Reshape Market Perception and Consumer Engagement

Luxury brands, traditionally bastions of exclusivity, are now actively seeking partnerships with high street retailers to expand their operations, a move that significantly reduces their expenditure a

Sep 17, 2026 · 4 min read

A luxurious, custom-designed chaise lounge fetching $75,000 at a Sotheby's Home auction, symbolizing bespoke craftsmanship in interior design.
Luxury Living

Defining Influence in Luxury Interior Design

At a recent Sotheby's Home auction, a single custom-designed chaise lounge by an influential interior designer fetched $75,000, affirming the intense value placed on bespoke craftsmanship in the luxur

Sep 17, 2026 · 6 min read

A futuristic, sustainable luxury home with solar panels and a private garden, representing eco-conscious high-end living in 2026.
Luxury Living

What Are Sustainable Luxury Home Design Principles for 2026 Residences?

RiNo’s S*Park development in Denver isn't just a luxury community; it's an 'agrihood' where solar-powered common areas and private gardens are standard, redefining high-end living for 2026.

Sep 16, 2026 · 3 min read

A sophisticated and transparent luxury fashion supply chain, showcasing sustainable materials and ethical production in a modern atelier.
Premium Brands

Luxury Brand Supply Chain Ethics: Trends to 2026

Chloé, the epitome of Parisian chic, achieved B Corp certification in 2021, marking a seismic shift for a luxury fashion house in an industry often criticized for its environmental impact.

Sep 14, 2026 · 3 min read

A bustling luxury shopping street in a major Chinese city at dusk, showcasing premium brand storefronts and elegantly dressed shoppers, symbolizing resilient consumer demand.
Premium Brands

Asian luxury brands challenge global premium market amid China's slowdown

Beijing's Taikoo Li Sanlitun saw retail sales surge by 63 percent.

Sep 13, 2026 · 5 min read

High-end designer apparel neatly stored in a modern warehouse, symbolizing the EU ban on destroying unsold luxury goods.
Premium Brands

EU ban stops large luxury brands destroying unsold apparel.

Globally, an astonishing 15 to 45 billion garments are destroyed annually before ever reaching a customer, a practice the European Union now attempts to curb for large luxury brands.

Sep 12, 2026 · 3 min read

Models on a runway showcasing a fusion of luxury fashion and streetwear, symbolizing redefined market boundaries through brand collaborations.
Premium Brands

Iconic Luxury Brand Collaborations Redefining Market Boundaries

In 2017, the unexpected Supreme x Louis Vuitton collaboration, a partnership between a streetwear giant and a heritage luxury house, redefined market boundaries and signaled a new era for high-end fas

Sep 12, 2026 · 5 min read

A single, rare artifact displayed in an opulent vault, symbolizing the scarcity and prestige of luxury brands.
Premium Brands

What are the elements of luxury brand legacy and prestige?

The pursuit of increased sales volume, a common measure of business success, paradoxically poses the greatest threat to a luxury brand's very legitimacy and elevated status.

Sep 11, 2026 · 4 min read

Abstract whale-inspired sculptural elements integrated into a dimly lit, luxurious bar interior, showcasing bespoke design and rich textures.
Luxury Living

How Does the Bespoke Luxury Interior Design Process Work?

At Portsmith, a bar's entire design was an abstract interpretation of a whale, a concept inspired by sea life and brought to life through bespoke interior design, according to Aether Interior .

Sep 9, 2026 · 4 min read

A sophisticated 2027 luxury living room showcasing the 'Luminous Blue' color trend alongside antique dark wood furniture and vintage decor.
Luxury Living

9 Top Luxury Interior Design Trends for High-End Homes in 2027

For 2027, the interior design world declares "Luminous Blue" as its Color of the Year, a confident, electric, sapphire-adjacent hue, according to tradesourcefurniture .

Sep 9, 2026 · 6 min read

Close-up of skilled artisan's hands meticulously hand-stitching a high-end luxury leather handbag, emphasizing detail and dedication.
Premium Brands

How the Bespoke Luxury Craftsmanship Process Works

A single Hermès Birkin bag, costing tens of thousands of dollars, is meticulously crafted by one artisan from start to finish.

Sep 9, 2026 · 5 min read

A sophisticated luxury living room showcasing advanced AI smart home technology with subtle visual cues of data flow and potential security concerns.
Luxury Living

AI smart home systems are trending in luxury residences

A recent audit of a multi-million dollar smart home in Aspen revealed its AI system transmitted unencrypted data on resident movements and conversations to servers in three different countries, accord

Sep 8, 2026 · 4 min read

The Denza Z9 GT electric luxury sedan speeding along a scenic coastal road at sunset, showcasing its advanced design and performance.
Premium Brands

6 Emerging Luxury Car Brands Challenging Established Players in 2026

The Denza Z9 GT, an electric vehicle delivering 1,156 horsepower, accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.

Sep 8, 2026 · 4 min read

The new Off-White flagship store in New Delhi's DLF Promenade mall, showcasing its iconic branding and attracting a stylish clientele.
Premium Brands

Off-White Opens First New Delhi Store

Just months after its Bengaluru debut, luxury streetwear brand Off-White launched its second flagship store in New Delhi's DLF Promenade mall.

Sep 7, 2026 · 3 min read