The Journal
Luxury Guides & Stories
How to authenticate, buy and care for luxury bags, watches and jewelry — and the heritage behind the icons.
Craftsmanship
Inside the Atelier: The Craft Behind the Stitch
A single Hermès bag can take upward of eighteen hours in the hands of one artisan. We go behind the workbench.
June 2, 2026
Heritage
A Brief History of the Quilted Bag
From equestrian blankets to the Chanel 2.55, how a padding technique became a status symbol.
May 18, 2026
Guides
How to Authenticate a Luxury Handbag
Serial numbers, stitch counts, and the details counterfeiters still get wrong.
May 4, 2026
Editorial
Spring Editorial: Pastels & Patent Leather
This season's palette trades the house's usual neutrals for something softer.
April 20, 2026
Trends
The Rise of the Micro Bag
Function gave way to form years ago. Here's why the smallest bags command the largest prices.
March 29, 2026
Guides
Caring for Your Investment Piece
Storage, conditioning, and the mistakes that quietly shorten a bag's life.
March 11, 2026