In the Age of Sustainability, What Does “Luxury” Mean? 5 Labels Give 5 Different Answers

For decades, luxury has justified its carbon footprint by pointing to the longevity of its high-quality materials and timeless designs. Sure, the concept of goods being ‘made to last’ is responsible by definition; it eschews the allure of fast fashion. Yet while that argument still holds, it’s no longer sufficient. Today, we’re concerned with the origins of an object: What was it before it reached you? Where were its materials sourced? Across industries — automotive, fashion, horology, and furniture design ...