Change is afoot in the retail luxury world, and it's bringing back some good old-fashioned values. From conspicuous consumption and the steroidal demand for logos on everything, we're seeing the return to handcrafted artisanal luxe.
Demand for these products has surged in recent years. Perhaps this change is spurred by mass production, which has driven many consumers to seek products with a story, steeped in heritage, unique products that resonate not just on a functional level, but also emotional.
Or maybe it's the challenging economic times we live in, when more value is placed on quality over quantity.
Or perhaps it's a reaction to fast fashion as more consumers question the provenance of brands after developing awareness of the manufacturing process and the sustainability and ethical practices of fashion. Handmade is not just your grandma's Christmas cardigans - it's the new luxe.
In step with the zeitgeist, this September Lane Crawford is debuting its Krafted I curated collection of handcrafted designer accessories from around the world. Starting in Hong Kong, it will move to Lane Crawford Shanghai and Beijing.