Ethics

And all this to save what, exactly?

On a 3 000 € handbag, ethical labor practices might add about a hundred euros to the price. Luxury can afford to do better

Oct 7, 2026

Observations: When honesty isn’t enough

In the world of product reviews, just because a financial relationship has been disclosed doesn’t mean it ceases to influence

Oct 3, 2026

Field Notes: Don’t just buy the story

A copy-and-paste AI prompt for a five-minute check of a maison’s human rights and sustainability record

Sep 12, 2026

The luxury of not knowing

Italy’s labor scandals expose what happens when maisons that sell provenance lose sight of who actually makes their clothes

Sep 9, 2026

Is fur ethical? Can it be?

Can the material that for many symbolizes luxury survive moral scrutiny?

Mar 11, 2026

Field Notes: Pini Parma Mink Collar Coat

A test case for approachable luxury

Feb 21, 2026