The psychology among luxury home owners has changed, through the pandemic. As we have written several times, "home" has taken on a new meaning during lockdowns. The perceived value of living space has increased, especially among the luxury homeowner. More than ever,...
Mark Keast

Sotheby’s Real Estate Report: Residential Sales Over $1 Million in Toronto Increase 217% Year-Over-Year
Toronto leads a robust luxury real estate rebound, according to a new data compiled by Sotheby's International Realty Canada. The report reviews sales data compiled from the first six months of 2021. It offers insight into Canada's luxury ($1 million-plus, $4...
Luxury Menswear: Welcome Back, Pitti Uomo
One of the joys of watching the world come back is the return of unique events in the fashion calendar with their own level of energy. Pitti Uomo, held in Florence, Italy, has always been one of those shows. Usually it takes place between the London and Milan menswear...
TRREB: Pent-Up Property Demand Looks To Have Been Satisfied but Condo Sales Still See Gains
The Toronto real estate market levelled off in June, particularly compared to red-hot March, but the condo market continues to see gains. That's according to TRREB (Toronto Regional Real Estate Board) Market Watch. Related: Hawaii tops list of global property...
New 1 Hotel Toronto Now Accepting Reservations
Ontario is heading into Step 3 of economic re-opening, meaning indoor dining and movie theatres opening and gyms at 50 per cent capacity, it was announced today. Then we got a news release heralding the soon-to-be-opened 1 Hotel Toronto, on Bathurst St., where the old...
Celebrities and Their Favourite Cigars
Cigars are known as a symbol of luxury and sophistication amongst world-class celebrities. Cuban cigars, in particular, are the epitome of luxury, being the most high-end and expensive cigar on the market. Celebrities smoking is something we see regularly across the...
Report: Rising Number of New Marriages Pushing Watch and Jewellery Sales Among U.S. Consumers
Perhaps it's not a surprise that new weddings are on the rise. Weddings were postponed during lockdowns, and with the fast onset of vaccines now, plus the nicer weather, there's an uptick. The luxury watch and jewellery industry will be a big beneficiary, as U.S....
Just in Time: Las Vegas Rolls Out First Ground-Up Resort on the Strip in Over Ten Years
Canadians, apparently, can't wait to get travelling again. And Las Vegas is at the top of their destination wish list. That's of course no surprise. It's not that long a flight for most Canadians. It's warm. For the luxury traveler, there's no better place to go blow...
Omega’s Director of Timekeeping Alain Zobrist: Better Precision and Accuracy for Olympic Athletes
The Tokyo Summer Olympics are coming up fast, as we turn the corner into July. Omega is front and centre, as Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games, a role they've had since the 1932 Games in Los Angeles. From July 23 to Aug. 8, 339 events in 33 sports will be held...