Modern Collectibles
LVMH Without Virgil: How the Conglomerate Can Speak to a New Generation
The late designer bridged a necessary gap between youth culture and stalwart luxury traditions. Can LVMH maintain that connection without him? Read More
What Is Off-White’s Place In China Without Virgil?
Virgil Abloh’s cult of personality helped secure Off-White’s status as a leading luxury brand. Eight months after his passing, can the label grow without him? Read More
What’s Next for Louis Vuitton’s Sneaker Strategy?
Virgil Abloh revolutionized the brand's approach to footwear. Without him, the label is at a crossroads on where to go next. Read More
How Virgil Abloh Defined Postmodern Fashion
At Off-White and Louis Vuitton, the designer spliced and diced our conception of what fashion can be. Read More
Making Subculture Into Culture: Why Luxury Loves Anime
Why the likes of Gucci and Loewe are turning to anime and manga to make luxury wares into instant collectibles. Read More
Why Modern Collectibles Are Built for Gen Z
As young consumers swap exclusivity for inclusivity, brands need to learn to exchange inflated prices for authentic cultural value. Read More
How the Oblique Became One of Dior’s Most Valuable Assets
It's no coincidence the Oblique pattern made its way on to the Dior Jordan. Read More
What Makes a ‘Hyped’ Artist?
Art and commerce have always existed in tandem. But the artists who move seamlessly between branded collabs and large-scale exhibitions walk a fine line between exclusivity and commercial appeal. Read More
Decoding China’s Dior x Air Jordan Love Affair
Sitting at the crossroads of couture and sneakerhead culture, the Dior x Air Jordan shoes have all the trappings of a modern collectible. Read More
The Paradox of Collectible Outerwear
How The North Face's coveted puffers became a canvas for everyone from KAWS to Supreme without losing their outdoor credentials. Read More
