Each week, Elevated Weekly explores the escapes, objects, rituals and experiences shaping the future of contemporary luxury through a carefully curated edit of global discoveries. Four signals. One weekly edit.
From the opening of a design-led boutique hotel in London’s Mayfair and RIMOWA’s art-inspired luggage collection to CurrentBody’s latest advancement in LED skincare and Jaguar’s unexpected venture into gastronomy, this week’s selection brings together design, craftsmanship, beauty innovation and experiential luxury.
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The Escape: The Shepherd Mayfair Opens in London’s Historic Shepherd Market
Newly opened in London’s historic Shepherd Market, The Shepherd Mayfair introduces 82 boutique rooms with richly layered interiors, warm textures and a distinctly residential atmosphere. Reinterpreting the neighbourhood’s architectural heritage through contemporary design, the hotel offers an intimate alternative to Mayfair’s grand establishments, surrounded by independent restaurants, galleries and boutiques.
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The Object: RIMOWA Introduces Art-Inspired Colours to Its Luggage Collection
RIMOWA brings an artistic perspective to its signature travel essentials, introducing a new colour palette across its suitcases and bags. The collection combines the German luxury house’s recognisable silhouettes with playful shades, transforming functional travel accessories into contemporary design statements that celebrate individuality and personal expression.
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The Ritual: CurrentBody Unveils LED Face Mask Series 3
CurrentBody introduces its next-generation LED Face Mask Series 3, featuring six light wavelengths and 750 LEDs for a more targeted approach to at-home skincare. Its new MyDose technology enables personalised treatments addressing concerns including fine lines, uneven skin tone and blemishes, bringing advanced light therapy into everyday beauty routines.
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The Experience: Jaguar Takes Luxury Beyond the Showroom in Knightsbridge
Jaguar ventures beyond automotive design with plans for a new flagship destination in London’s Knightsbridge. Combining contemporary retail with hospitality, the concept introduces a café and a culinary experience involving Michelin-starred expertise. The destination reflects a growing movement towards experiential luxury, where gastronomy and design extend the brand experience beyond the traditional showroom.