Jannik Sinner, Ralph Lauren, and Rolex won big in terms of Wimbledon’s media value.
Jannik Sinner, Ralph Lauren, and Rolex emerged as the top media value generators at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships according to data from Launchmetrics. Ralph Lauren led all brands with $22.5 million in media impact value, while Sinner, who won the men’s singles title, generated $9.1 million—$4.7 million for Rolex, which he wore while lifting the trophy. His Instagram post tagging both Rolex and Nike was the tournament’s most valuable, driving $1.4 million alone. Gucci also benefited from its ties to Sinner, with subtle activations and a pre-tournament dinner helping the brand earn over half a million in media value.
Newly minted Chanel creative director Matthieu Blazy is bringing its Métiers d’art show to New York.
Chanel will stage its next Métiers d’art show in New York City on December 2, marking the brand’s first return to the city since 2018. The announcement comes ahead of Matthieu Blazy’s debut as creative director for the house, set for October in Paris. Chanel president Bruno Pavlovsky noted that Blazy’s familiarity with New York will shape the show’s creative direction. While the venue remains under wraps, the event signals a major moment in Chanel’s evolving identity under new leadership.
Darth Vader’s lightsaber is heading to auction—and expected to fetch up to $3 million.
Darth Vader’s lightsaber, used in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, will go to auction in September with an estimated value between $1 million and $3 million. The prop shows visible wear and includes details like a calculator circuit board and camera flash handle. It’s the first time this lightsaber has been offered publicly, following its emergence from a private collection. The sale, organized by Propstore, will also feature other film memorabilia, including Indiana Jones’ bullwhip and a clapperboard from Jaws.
Louis Vuitton has named 20 semifinalists for its Watch Prize for Independent Creatives.
Louis Vuitton has named 20 semifinalists for the second edition of its Watch Prize for Independent Creatives. The contenders were chosen from hundreds of global applicants and represent a wide range of watchmakers, from Anton Suhanov’s tourbillon clock to Reuben Schoots’s Series Two. A 65-member committee will evaluate their work this fall based on design, technical innovation, and craftsmanship, before narrowing the field to five finalists. The winner, announced in March 2026, will receive €150,000 and a year of tailored mentorship.
Prominent art advisory Guggenheim Asher Associates has fallen apart in the face of legal issues.
Guggenheim Asher Associates, a powerhouse in the art advisory world for nearly four decades, has unraveled amid explosive legal disputes between co-founders Barbara Guggenheim and Abigail Asher. Each woman has filed lawsuits accusing the other of financial misconduct, fraud, and personal betrayal, with allegations ranging from misappropriated funds to unethical business practices. Guggenheim claims Asher siphoned off millions and started a rival firm in secret, while Asher alleges years of manipulation and erratic behavior on Guggenheim’s part. The lawsuits, which surfaced publicly this week, expose deep fractures at a time when the art market is already under strain.
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Heatherwick Studio has revealed plans for its entrée into Thailand.
Allegedly, Labubu raves are the hottest party in New York City.
A solemn David Chipperfield villa is up for sale on Italy’s Lake Garda.
Surprise, surprise, dudes in design still love chrome!
