28 most luxurious brands in the world
JOEL VON ALLMEN/HERMÈS
JOEL VON ALLMEN/HERMÈS
This French luxury manufacturer built a brand value of $19.2 billion. In fact, in 2011, Hermès set a world record with Birkin Bag, which was sold at an auction for $203,150, making it one of the most expensive purses to be sold at an auction.
TIFFANY CO.
TIFFANY CO.
This high-end jewelry brand has been in the news for all the right reasons. In a smart move to appeal to the millennials, the brand has roped in faces like Elle Fanning, Lady Gaga, and Zoe Kravitz for their campaigns.
MANAKIN/GETTY IMAGES
MANAKIN/GETTY IMAGES
Gucci is believed to have cracked the luxury code with millennials. With a brand value of approximately $12.7 billion, Gucci makes its way to the most happening red carpet events.
CHANEL BEAUTY
CHANEL BEAUTY
A brand that made its debut in the fashion world with a perfume line, went on to become a leading luxury and premium fashion brand. It's famous for its chic, traditional take on dressing.
Alasdair McLellan/Louis Vuitton
Alasdair McLellan/Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton shows you how effortlessly they transitioned from upmarket luggage to ready-to-wear fashion with such finesse.
www.rolex.com
www.rolex.com
This world-renowned luxury watch company has featured on Forbes top 100 most valuable brands in the world. Psst… Did you know Paul Newman's Rolex Cosmograph Daytona became the most expensive watch ever and was sold for around $17.8 million!
LAZIZ-HAMANI.-DIOR-HÉRITAGE-COLLECTION-PARIS
LAZIZ-HAMANI.-DIOR-HÉRITAGE-COLLECTION-PARIS
Christian Dior is one of the most influential luxury fashion brands of all time. Dior is credited for creating the "new look" that took the French fashion world took by storm; this helped the label acquire a firm footing.
www.armani.com
www.armani.com
Armani reduced the number of brands from seven to the core three brands in order to focus on specific demographics. The stunning brand value of around $3.3 billion remains unaffected.
prada.com
prada.com
Prada has become popular among fashionable women like Gemma Ward, Kendall Jenner, and Kim Kardashian West, with their cheeky, quirky take on luxury.
Matthew Kristall
Matthew Kristall
Balenciaga is a part of the French group Kering, and is a leading fashion luxury brand. It has reinvented streetwear and athleisure to attract millennials and generation Z luxury shoppers worldwide.
www.cartier.com
www.cartier.com
What started off as a family business, went on to become a pioneer of wristwatches for both men and women. The brand even created an iconic jewelry piece known as the Love Bracelet.
in.burberry.com
in.burberry.com
Burberry, a heritage British brand, made a mark in the fashion world with its iconic coat. Burberry embracing its heritage checked pattern, created some stylish ready-to-wear trends as well.
www.lancome-usa.com
www.lancome-usa.com
Lancome is a part of the beauty giant L'Oréal Paris and has carved a niche for itself by becoming one of the leading beauty luxury brands in the world. Its Advanced Genifique and Absolue Premium BX are worth every penny.
Lea Lane
Lea Lane
This high-end luxury brand, Yves Saint Laurent won't stop expanding its brand value. The brand's millennial male fragrance "Y" aims to appease the men by upping their edge and focusing on diverse groups.
Annie Leibovitz
Annie Leibovitz
BVLGARI has an arresting collection that comprises glamorous gemstone jewelry, perfumes, luxury watches, and leather goods. It has been appealing to a newer generation by roping in popular faces like Bella Hadid.
www.fendi.com
www.fendi.com
Fendi is an Italian luxury brand. It banks heavily on the latest street style. It waltzed its way into every girl's heart after Carrie Bradshaw walked the streets with the famous Baguette Bag in Sex and the City.
world.coach.com
world.coach.com
Coach is one of America's most loved accessories brands. It has celebrities like Chloe Grace Moretz and Selena Gomez representing the label.
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ROBYN BECK/AFP/Getty Images
This eponymous brand is one of America's most popular brands. It has acquired quite the fan-following, owing to its relaxed and modern take on women's clothing.
Eleonora Proietti
Eleonora Proietti
No luxury brand aces the timeless style as well as Ralph Lauren. You might fawn on silk gowns or Polo shirts donned by your favorite celebrities, but the roots of this empire can be traced to fashionable ties for men.
www.calvinklein.us
www.calvinklein.us
Calvin Klein perfumes are heavenly, but it even conquered the world fashion apparels. CK created quite a furor with their bold ad campaigns which feature some of the most popular faces in Hollywood.
PATRICK DEMARCHELIER
PATRICK DEMARCHELIER
Versace became a prominent luxury brand after famous personalities like Elton John and Michael Jackson donned the Rock N' Roll outfits. This Italian brand luxury fashion brand dominates the European and US market with its ready-to-wear Italian accessories.
www.givenchy.com/
www.givenchy.com/
The House of Givenchy is well-known for its nonchalance at genre-busting as it refuses to limit itself to set categories. In fact, this label is adored by most hip-hop artists.
www.valentino.com
www.valentino.com
Valentino S.p.A is a part of the Valentino Fashion Group. It rose to fame after designing wedding dresses for Elizabeth Taylor, Anne Hathway, Courtney Cox, Sophie Hunter, Jennifer Lopez, and Princess Madeleine of Sweden.
www.tomford.com
www.tomford.com
If you wish to describe Tom Ford's apparels, opulent sensuality fits the bill perfectly. With earthy scents and debonair fashion, Tom Ford aims to effortlessly help people channel their inner fashionista.
Chloé
Chloé
Chloe is one of the fashion world's powerhouses. This luxury clothing brand allows women to embrace free-spirited femininity and has been sported by celebrities like Marion Cotillard, Madonna, Sienna Miller, and Emma Stone.
www.self-portrait-studio.com
www.self-portrait-studio.com
Han Chong is credited for creating Self-Portrait, a label popularized by Meghan Markle, Michelle Obama, Kate Middleton, and Khloe Kardashian. The Azaelea, a Self-Portrait dress, went on to become the brand's icon and sold out as soon as it hit the stores.
www.rolandmouret.com
www.rolandmouret.com
One of the most-loved British designers, Roland Mouret's eponymous label became synonymous with the finest pieces for women's designer clothing you can ever find. P.S. his Galaxy Dress has a huge fan-following.
www.johnsmedley.com
www.johnsmedley.com
Because of John Smedley the world witnessed what premium knitwear looks like. One of the oldest manufacturing factories in the world, this luxury brand creates beautiful designs and high-quality garments that are quite durable.
Fashion is all about personal choices, and it is a fantastic way of expressing yourself. It gives you room to experiment until you find your own personal style. Some of the best designers end up creating masterpieces that are flaunted by celebrities on the red carpet or otherwise as well. Take a look at some of the most luxurious brands in the world.
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