

NYFW returns, a UN climate ruling, money laundering in luxury — and a chat with a luxury sales vet
Jul 25, 2025
Patience Anoe-Lamptey Battle, a luxury fragrance sales expert with 15 years of experience, shares her journey in high-end retail. She highlights the evolving landscape of fragrance sales and the critical role of relationship-building with clients. The conversation also touches on the importance of adapting to new consumer behaviors, particularly among Gen Z, and the complexities of commission structures in luxury retail. Additionally, the discussions reveal insights into navigating the competitive space of luxury sales and the magic behind storytelling in fragrance branding.
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NYFW Centralizes Venues for Efficiency
- New York Fashion Week is centralizing shows below 34th Street to reduce geographic spread and cost.
- This consolidation supports smaller brands with shared resources, improving the overall event's coherence and logistics.
UN Court Rules on Climate Accountability
- The UN's International Court of Justice ruled wealthy countries must fulfill environmental commitments or face liability.
- This ruling supports climate-vulnerable nations seeking compensation and stresses global responsibility for climate damage.
Financial Crime Risks in Luxury Market
- Luxury goods are common targets for money laundering due to high prices and global supply chains.
- Personal shoppers and opaque sales channels complicate identifying suspicious transactions in luxury retail.