Luxury is evolving. As global tastes shift and shopping becomes more experiential, the world’s leading brands are reimagining how we discover, desire and connect. Today’s discerning consumers crave more than beautiful products; they want stories and spaces that inspire.

What does the next chapter of luxury look like? How can brands honour heritage while embracing digital craftsmanship, personalisation and immersive design? As boutiques become cultural destinations, how can they create exclusive, memorable experiences that deliver moments of magic this festive season?

Hosted by the Financial Times in partnership with The Bicester Collection (Value Retail), this exclusive evening brings together creative visionaries, tastemakers and luxury insiders to explore the art of modern retail. Set within The Apartment at Bicester Village, the discussion will uncover how the most inspiring brands are rekindling emotion, building community and shaping the future of luxury shopping.

Exclusive insights from luxury leaders

Hear directly from Scott Malkin, Kristina Blahnik and Jo Ellison as they explore how heritage brands are evolving through digital craftsmanship, personalisation and immersive design.

Connect with industry visionaries

Network with creative visionaries, tastemakers and luxury insiders in an intimate setting at The Apartment, Bicester Village, and exchange ideas on how to engage new generations of consumers.

Discover the future of experiential retail

Gain first-hand perspectives on how boutiques are transforming into cultural destinations that create moments of magic for modern shoppers, blending creativity, emotion and storytelling to drive brand desire.

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