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What The Luxe

Matter Of Form
Interior Design
London
Luxury Branding
Frette
Hospitality
Artificial Intelligence
Coach
Luxury
Peace One Day
Nammos Hotels & Resorts
Liquid Death
Bompas & Parr
Urban Planning
Bombardier
Aqua Expeditions
White Mirror
Mia Reay Wallpaper
Dubai
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Luxury Hospitality

What makes something worth more than the sum of its parts? Why do certain brands command belief whilst others struggle for attention? What does 'luxury' even mean? What qualifies? Investigating the minds, mechanics and mythologies of modern luxury, What The Luxe is a series of conversations with the founders, directors and creatives behind modern marques. Together, we unpack the psychology of valu... more

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Bob Donofrio has spent more than three decades at the summit of luxury, leading some of the world's most storied maisons, including Bulgari, Roberto Cavalli, and Asprey. But it was a question he'd never thought to ask that changed everything. Where d... more

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Pär Heyden has spent his career at the intersection of precision design and brand building, from the tactile engineering of Hasselblad cameras to the industrial heritage of Volvo, and now as Head of Brand and Executive Creative Director at Polestar. ... more

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Berry Bros. & Rudd has been trading from the same address on St James's Street since 1698. It was founded by a woman, holds two Royal Warrants, and today offers more than 5,000 wines selected by five Masters of Wine. Claudia Stebbings, Director of Ma... more

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Filippo Arnaboldi joined Frette in 1999 as one of six employees in the US. Twenty-five years later, he leads the brand globally, having grown it from a small European heritage business into one of the world's most recognised names in luxury home text... more

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Recent Guests

Filippo Arnaboldi
CEO of Frette, leader in luxury linens since 1860
Frette
Episode: 88. 165 Years of Frette with CEO, Filippo Arnaboldi
Daniel Bense
Founder of To My Ships
To My Ships
Episode: 87. Routine Luxuries with Daniel Bense, Founder of To My Ships
Lew Frankfort
Chairman Emeritus and Former CEO of Coach
Coach (retired)
Episode: 86. How Coach Became a $5 Billion Brand, with Lew Frankfort, Chairman Emeritus and Former CEO
James Cavagnari
Founder, Prima Design (Florence Brace studio)
Prima Design
Episode: 85. Emotion and Logic: Creating Spaces That Age Beautifully, with James Cavagnari, Founder, PRIMA DESIGN.
Loui Blake
Co-founder of Long Lane
Long Lane
Episode: 84. Rethinking Wellness Hospitality, with Loui Blake, Co-Founder of Long Lane
Sam Bompas
Director at Bompas & Parr, experiential designer
Bompas & Parr
Episode: 83. Jelly Science and Polysensory Experience, with Sam Bompas, Co-Founder of Bompas & Parr
Ève Laurier
VP of Communications & Marketing at Bombardier
Bombardier
Episode: 82. Canada's Aviation Legacy with Ève Laurier, VP of Communications & Marketing, Bombardier
Chris Choa
Founder of Outcomist, advisor on cities, governments, and private capital
Outcomist
Episode: 81. "Life Moats" and The Psychology of Place with Chris Choa, Founder of OUTCOMIST
Andy Pearson
VP of Creative at Liquid Death
Liquid Death
Episode: 80. Liquid Death: Selling Water Like It's Entertainment with Andy Pearson, VP of Creative

Hosts

Fred Moore
Host of What The Luxe, co-lead of Matter Of Form
Anant Sharma
Host of What The Luxe, co-lead of Matter Of Form

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Second to none guests and great questions

    Honestly I don’t know of another podcast that has this many great thought leaders all in one place

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucas Rhys
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • The only luxury podcast to listen to!

    The variation of guests is second to none! I love tuning in every week. If there’s one podcast for the luxury sector to listen, it’s this one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shpodcasting
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Love it

    Incredible line up - love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nightie1981
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great insights into the world of luxury!

    I've been tuning into What The Luxe for a while now, and it's become a real favourite. The hosts have a knack for getting straight to the heart of what's happening in the luxury world. It's not just about fancy products; they dig into the ideas, the trends, and the businesses that are shaping the industry.

    What I particularly enjoy is the range of guests they bring on. You get to hear from people who are actually in the luxury space, and they share some really insightful stuff. The conversation... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LuxuryLowdown
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Ridiculously good stuff!

    This is THE podcast for anyone trying to learn more about the luxury industry. I’m just starting to get into the industry and these are the sort of insights you normally only get from endless seminars etc. etc.

    Really well-presented, really fun to listen to, and one of my favourite podcasts on the WHOLE market!

    P.S What a fun name!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LCardoe
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Love it, incredible line up of guests
The only luxury podcast to listen to
Second to none guests and great questions
Superb, a must-listen for anyone in luxury
A fresh approach to exploring meaning of 'luxury'
Valuable commentary on luxury without the pretension
Great insights into the world of luxury
Delightful, must subscribe

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60. The Politics of Luxury with David Leigh Pemberton, Deputy Director of Policy & Engagement at the British Fashion Council
Q: What did working in politics teach you that you bring to your role today?
He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the power of individual voices in politics and how a strong, salient advocate can drive policy and support for fashion.
60. The Politics of Luxury with David Leigh Pemberton, Deputy Director of Policy & Engagement at the British Fashion Council
Q: David, can you tell us a bit about yourself?
David describes his career trajectory from theatre to Parliament to lobbying for fashion, highlighting how a creative background informs his political work and his role in translating runway vision into government policy.
61. Mia Reay on Defiance of Trend & English Eccentricity
Q: What has been your path to growth and international reach?
Mia recounts how a floods incident pushed her to salvage what she had and led to connections in the U.S. through showroom networks, with Word-of-Mouth and a pivotal role from an American design firm that helped place her wallpapers in the States.
61. Mia Reay on Defiance of Trend & English Eccentricity
Q: How do you define luxury in your work?
She defines luxury as the time spent on design and craftsmanship—the process, materials, and handwork that create something lasting, rather than just cost or opulence, and emphasizes that the product should look good for 100 years.
61. Mia Reay on Defiance of Trend & English Eccentricity
Q: What sparked the idea to start painting wallpaper originally?
Mia explains she was in a room she didn't like and saw how difficult it seemed to create color and pattern, which led her to teach herself about wallpaper making, paint a sample for her library, and gradually build the business from that initial, hands-on exploration.

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What is What The Luxe about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on exploring the psychology of value, brand-building, and modern luxury through conversations with leaders shaping high-end experiences. Episodes consistently surface themes like heritage vs. reinvention, storytelling and brand narratives, and how luxury brands balance craft, service, and innovation. Guests range from family-owned heritage brands to cutting-edge design studios and hospitality groups, offering practical lessons on positioning, sustainability, and leadership in premium markets. The format tends to blend founder and executive perspectives with design, retail, and experiential insights, making it a strong resource for brands seeking clarity on differentiation, customer experience, and scalable luxury. A notable... more

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1. Filippo Arnaboldi
2. Daniel Bense
3. Lew Frankfort
4. James Cavagnari
5. Loui Blake
6. Sam Bompas
7. Ève Laurier
8. Chris Choa

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