The world of luxury news sleeps and that’s a fact. As we find our bearings in 2025, luxury headlines are sweeping our feeds, and while it can be an information overdose, Luxebook has curated a list of all the headlines you can’t miss this week.
Dior unveils the Toujours bag in its vertical variation
A timeless handbag is always a coveted piece. Dior’s Lady Dior might be one of the most iconic handbags, but the Toujours bag in its vertical version is making luxury headlines. A symbol of the house’s heritage, the new version of the Dior Toujours is reinvented in a vertical version. Key design markers like the CD clasp, macrocannage motifs and classic D, I, O, R charms still adorn the piece, making it a timeless classic. In terms of design, it has been well thought out. The bag comes with rounded handles and adjustable straps, making it multi-purpose. You can carry it as a handbag for a formal look and for a casual approach, it seamlessly converts into a cross-body bag. The Toujours is available in two sizes medium and small sizes, and comes in a variety of colourways including black, powder beige, candy light pink, latte Dior and grey stone.
Iris Apfel’s personal wardrobe is going to auction
If you love the concept of maximalism in fashion, this luxury headline is for you! renowned personality, Iris Apfel’s personal wardrobe is going up for auction at Christie’s. The auction will include 200 pieces from her collection including the late interior designer’s turquoise jewellery, a pink, red and yellow Carolina Herrera ensemble, and 18 pairs of eyeglasses. Christie’s will be conducting online bidding from January, 28 to February, 13.
Notan World Opens In Mumbai
Shifting our gaze to the Indian market, Vandana M. Jagwani, heiress to the Mahesh Notandass legacy, has unveiled a new concept store in Mumbai, Notan World. Making luxury headlines, the space is a confluence of art, design, and luxury with all three verticals of the Notandas legacy: Mahesh Notandass, Vandals and Notandas Realty, under one roof.
Designed in collaboration with architect Ayesha Puri Kanoria, the 2000sqft space features unique design elements. While it has restrained palette of oak wood, grey marble and white terrazzo, the space comes with as an interactive whiteboard wardrobe, art on the bedroom ceiling and a rainbow-tinted, 50-feet-long glass walk-in closet. Illumnating the space are skylights which bring an ethereal glow to this basement enclave, digital art installations and modular, multi-coloured seating, showcasing her love for eclectic design.
Anil Agarwal, Founder and Chairman of Vedanta Group, has acquired the iconic Riverside Studios in London
This weeks luxury headlines highlights a significant move by an Indian veteran. Anil Agarwal, Founder and Chairman of Vedanta Group, has acquired the iconic Riverside Studios. The 100-year-old studio, which has hosted prestigious artists from across the world with song recordings by Beatles, performance by David Bowie, presented work by Dario Fo and exhibited works by David Hockney, will now operate under the name Anil Agarwal Riverside Studios Trust. With Riverside Studios, Agarwal intends to nurture spaces where innovation and cultural diversity flourish together, creating a dynamic hub for artistic expression that bridges global boundaries.
Tesla overtook Audi in global car sales last year
Despite selling fewer vehicles than expected, the new boomer in automotive Tesla, overtook Audi in sales last year. With the rising demand for the Cybertruck, this is one of the luxury news headlines that is steering chatter given that Audi’s sales fell in markets including Germany, China and North America. According to sources, Tesla sold 1.79 million vehicles last year while Audi sold 1.67 million vehicles. Electric vehicle sales fell by 8 per cent for Audi, which came as a surprise. The popularity of Tesla’s Model Y SUV, which is slated for a refresh this year, has been a key driver of its success.