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Pearl Wisom

These days pearls can be bought virtually anywhere — from the Internet to television — but craftsmanship and quality are difficult to spot sight unseen

SPECIAL REPORT

Bosporus Boom

Istanbul has become the latest luxury destination as a generation of free-spending, energetic entrepreneurs give the ancient city a modern edge. Brands like Fendi and Dolce & Gabbana are catching the buzz, eager to set up shop in the gateway to the East

Luxury Index A to Z

What's influencing the way we live now? A look at the most compelling ideas, products, people and destinations driving the luxury industries and, ultimately, trickling down to other markets

A Cuff Above

More men's clothiers are offereing custom-made dress shirts. Are they worth the money? According to the author, hell yes