Technology meets fashion with jewellike phones hitting the market from brands like Vertu, whose new Signature comes in solid gold, and Tag Heuer, whose first-ever phone, Meridiist, has a display front made of scratch-proof 60.5-carat sapphire glass. Available in Europe and Asia only, Emporio Armani's new Night Effect from Samsung features led special effects.
A complete guide to the people, places and products that are changing our perception of luxury while influencing and inspiring savvy consumers around the world
By Leah Bourne, Betsy Kroll, Paige Reddinger and Kristina Zimbalist