Real Luxury examines what 'luxury brands' are from a new perspective: from economic, sociological and psychological standpoints. It spells out the challenges the luxury sector is facing and puts forward a brand new and practical model to revive and protect luxury brands in the long term, based on the authors' experience with leading global luxury brands. Linking luxury with market forces including sustainability, the globalized economy, and the impact of technology, this book provides an accessible and innovative way of thinking about luxury brand management, with insights from current thought leaders and innovators behind the luxury brands
Introduction 1. A Dilemma Across Time and Culture 2. The Strengths and Weaknesses of Luxury 3. The Environment for Luxury 4. Luxury and the Search for Meaning 5. Towards a Socially Valuable Business 6. Creating a Culture of Shared Value 7. Adapting the Business Model 8. The Outlook for Luxury