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The New Luxury: Defining the Aspirational in the Age of Hype

Five of Today’s Most Creative Figures On the First Luxury Piece They Copped

In a world where a pair of new Nike sneakers can be as covetable as a fresh-off-the-runway accessory from a label like Louis Vuitton, the book asks several of today’s designers, creators, and stylists about the one item that sparked their appreciation for higher-end gear.

In their own words, five of The New Luxury’s most creative figures recall the first luxury piece they remember buying—the item that served as their “eureka” moment into a more elevated world of goods.