LOVE HAPPENS MAGAZINE
DESIGN LOVER’S GUIDE TO EXPERIENTIAL LUXURY words by Jasmín Nelson
There’s no time like the present to live your best life in the lap of experiential luxury as 2019 opens its opulent, opportunistic doors to lovers of beautiful things. The sparkle and splendor of adventure await for the balanced consumer who lives and loves life beautifully. Wallet size need not apply. Gone are the days of yesteryear where the finer and fancier things in life only meant the latest Balenciaga bag and red bottoms. Today, luxury holds a new meaning and the acquisition of appreciating the little things, embracing memorable moments, and valuing the luxury of time and experiences are the new rich and famous. It’s a digital world we live in but there’s a genuine shift from online to the real world. There’s a reason why the saying Y.O.L.O (you only live once) is a popular acronym and we’re certain it doesn’t quite have anything to do with living your best, picture on social media life. Millennials have revolutionized and reshaped what it means to feed your luxurious needs physically, emotionally, and intellectually while enriching one’s whole being…and we want in! We’ve peeled back the layers of experiential luxury and set our sights on several companies who embody this lifestyle. Amidst today’s society lies a globalization of people who crave authenticity at its core through meaningful connections, experiences, and quintessential indulgences. With this, comes the exploration of the best in breathtaking places, products, and services to permeate and please our senses. From the fresh feels of lavish design to the sights of sophisticated art all intricately working together to create an experience synonymous with everything that is alive, well, and an exquisitely existent you. There are several ways to get busy living, loving, and enjoying life and we’ve already packed our suitcases. Lucky for us, some sweet travel businesses have got our back, bags, and bliss on tap! Hope you packed your shades, future forecast calls for luminous adventures ahead. BRB, on an experiential luxury living spree! Cheers lovelies!
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