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Today every industry that has made it big seems to head into educating masses to follow their lead. While for some it's about adding another feather in the cap, others treat it as money making spin off. After auctioning for a week's internship with Vogue, luxury brands are looking at providing more long term training options to young students. After Harrods, who already have launched an under-graduates degree course via the Anglia Ruskin University, it's the turn for luxury brand Gucci to tread the path. This autumn, the luxury giants will launch a master's degree in luxury retail management at the International University of Monaco. Open to 35 students at once, the syllabus which has been developed with help from brands like Gucci and Ralph Lauren would include running boutiques and sales teams for high-end luxury items like shoes, jewelry, watches, cars and yachts. And the degree also comes with a "seven-month immersion internship" in a luxury boutique. [BBC]

Well if you are a fashion lover, then you will soon have to start filling in your closet for the fall. And if you are waiting with baited breath, you can soon heave a sigh of relief as Louis Vuitton is all set to bring out its Fall-Winter 2010-2011 collection. Crafted by Men's Studio Director Paul Helbers, under the Artistic Direction of Marc Jacobs, the collection is based on the "Bleisure" lifestyle. This gives the right amount of comfort and formality which has been inspired by Vienna's "artist wardrobe". Details of the collection after the jump. The collection which is set to release in mid August will feature three variants of the Shako series in the Reglisse color, namely Shako Sac Voyage ($4370), Shako Cabas XXL ($4370) and the Shako Cabas Bandoliere ($2800). Next up is the Briska series in the Oscuro color Briska Cabas ($3550) and the Briska Messenger GM. And finally, the Monogram Macassar series with Monogram Macassar Sac-a-Dos ($2800) and the Monogram Macassar Messenger GM ($2800). [ILvoelv]

For Louis Vuitton the women's offerings have always eclipsed the men's, but judging by the famed French fashion house's latest runway show in Paris stylish gentlemen will have something to celebrate come next spring. At the presentation Vuitton unveiled a stunning selection of men's bags evoking the image of a debonair global traveler. With a subdued color palette of gray, brown and green, the collection had an appealing classicism and understated elegance betokening considerable expense. In yet another evolution of Vuitton's iconic monogram pattern, some bags sported larger-scale and faded versions in a washed denim fabric with leather straps and detailing. Other bags featured chinoiserie designs by tattoo artist Scott Campbell, the latest Vuitton collaborator, and enlarged archival Louis Vuitton logos. See the gallery for pix.

[via JustLuxe]

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In a market dominated by Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada and the like, another luxury brand, Coach seems to be making its name. A leading U.S. retailer of luxury lifestyle handbags, Coach is all set to eliminate its rivals with unique and exquisite offerings. However if you thought Coach will wash out its competition by sticking to what it sells best, handbags, you are definitely wrong. Coach aims at acquiring a greater share in the accessories market through sales of accessories like belts, wallets and wristlets. Most importantly, Coach hopes to cash in on the growing men’s luxury market. Over the next few years Coach plans to achieve a market share of 14% in the men’s luxury market. To achieve this target, Coach has plans of opening all men’s stores in the near future as well as increase the offerings of accessories. [Forbes]

In a market dominated by Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada and the like, another luxury brand, Coach seems to be making its name. A leading U.S. retailer of luxury lifestyle handbags, Coach is all set to eliminate its rivals with unique and exquisite offerings. However if you thought Coach will wash out its competition by sticking to what it sells best, handbags, you are definitely wrong. Coach aims at acquiring a greater share in the accessories market through sales of accessories like belts, wallets and wristlets. Most importantly, Coach hopes to cash in on the growing men’s luxury market. Over the next few years Coach plans to achieve a market share of 14% in the men’s luxury market. To achieve this target, Coach has plans of opening all men’s stores in the near future as well as increase the offerings of accessories. [Forbes]

If designer Tokujin Yoshioka succeeds in turning her concept design into a reality, Swarovski crystal-loving folks can actually get a chance to smell like their favorite precious stones. Tokujin’s concept offering comprises of an exquisite bottle of Swarovski fragrance that houses the crystal, allowing it to become a part of the fragrance. Just imagine the feeling of being drenched in the scent of this precious stone. This unique concept was evolved after the designer was commissioned by Swarovski to come up with a concept design for a product that symbolizes the crystal company. And what better way to capture the essence of the brand then with this unique concept creation. A scintillating, shimmering scent that will surely bedazzle the glitter-loving folks, this concept is truly a class apart. [Designscene]

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And here it is, the Versace phone. Teaming up with the ModeLabs outfit that's already quite familiar with building lush phone-like pieces of handheld jewelry, Versace has just announced its first foray into the world of touchscreen communicators. It's quite the striking debut, too, coming with a sapphire crystal screen that is apparently the largest single piece ever offered in a consumer device, as well as gold plating and "high-tech ceramic" construction options. Hand assembly is an obvious standard feature, as is the Medusa-embossed leather back. LG is responsible for putting together the innards, including the 3-inch display and 5 megapixel camera, and worry not, we understand a black version will be available too. Look for the Unique in the usual places you find wildly overpriced gear starting next month.

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Fashionistas who like to dress their children in only the best designer outfits can celebrate as famed Italian fashion house, Gucci has announced plans of unveiling a children’s line. The first range of the Gucci children’s line will be launched in Italy in June this year and will be available across 40 stores worldwide. Frida Giannini is the creative director of children wear. So get ready to watch your children turn into showstoppers as the strut to the play grounds in Gucci creations. [BrandsToday]