Marriott, the world’s largest hotel company, is introducing a high-end home-sharing service to target affluent travellers looking for something unique. The move allows for the space and convenience of a home, backed by the assurance of a recognised and reliable travel brand.

The super-rich elite are an ever-expanding set, and they're increasingly female. While the wealth that defines them as such may stay the same, their preferences and values are changing. As a new generation cashes in at the bank, what are they prioritizing, and how should brands respond?

Car rental company Hertz has released a collection of automobiles available for hire called The Kollektion 7. Created with a sense exclusivity, perks and personalisation, the launch responds to the fact that people are expecting luxury experiences anywhere they are.

What’s driving the success of the second-hand luxury market? How are the young and affluent spending their newfound riches? Are the status symbols of the past relevant for the elite shoppers of today? And why are unconventional aesthetics taking over in high fashion?