Covid-19 drastically changed the business landscape across the world and many people were forced to pivot, trying out things that they have never done before or branching out to other industries that previously would have been unheard of. This much is true in the world of fashion! To maintain success during the pandemic, designers have started to create mutually beneficial relationships with other types of businesses, ushering in a new era of "collabs". We have all seen the Supreme harmonicas and hammers, and the Off-White x Ikea furniture, but what about interior design and real estate development?
While "collabs" are trending now, it is actually a tradition that can date back to pre-pandemic times. In the past, couturiers have stretched their design chops over to interiors, showcasing that they are more than just pretty dresses and handbags. And this trend proved to be quite lucrative, with many labels we love today jumping on the chance to open their own high-designed properties recently and in the years to come. So, here's a list of beautiful hotels that intersect two of my favorite topics of all-time: fashion and interior design. And a sneak preview into what may be around the corner next.
Top 10 Designer Label Hotels
1. Palazzo Versace (2000)
The first Versace hotel opened in 2000 on the Gold Coast of Australia. The Italian brand then opened a second location in Dubai.
The first Versace hotel opened in 2000 on the Gold Coast of Australia. The Italian brand then opened a second location in Dubai.
2. Bulgari Hotels
Luxury jewelry brand Bulgari tried its hand in hotels in 2004 with their first project in Milan. Since then, they have also opened in London Dubai, Bali, Tokyo, Paris and more, with a Beverly Hills hotel in the works, coming soon in 2026.
Luxury jewelry brand Bulgari tried its hand in hotels in 2004 with their first project in Milan. Since then, they have also opened in London Dubai, Bali, Tokyo, Paris and more, with a Beverly Hills hotel in the works, coming soon in 2026.
3. Tortuga Bay hotel (2005)
The only hotel designed by Oscar de la Renta.
The only hotel designed by Oscar de la Renta.
4. Armani Hotels
According to Business Insider, "Armani was among the first designers to infuse his design aesthetic into a hotel", with their first in 2010.
According to Business Insider, "Armani was among the first designers to infuse his design aesthetic into a hotel", with their first in 2010.
5. St. Regis New York, Dior Suite (2011)
America's historic fashion capital New York City houses Dior's interior design collab at the St. Regis hotel. The room can cost about $14,700+/night and is booked until June 2023, with appointments already selling out fast.
America's historic fashion capital New York City houses Dior's interior design collab at the St. Regis hotel. The room can cost about $14,700+/night and is booked until June 2023, with appointments already selling out fast.
6. The Karl Lagerfeld, Macau (2021)
This tower of a hotel is the only one in the world that was entirely designed by the late and great Karl Lagerfeld. The Chanel director also did a number of hospitality projects in the past. Such as the Fendi Private Suites in 2015 and Les Grands Appartements in Hotel de Crillon in 2017. Makes me think of this year's Met Gala, honoring the fashion legend.
This tower of a hotel is the only one in the world that was entirely designed by the late and great Karl Lagerfeld. The Chanel director also did a number of hospitality projects in the past. Such as the Fendi Private Suites in 2015 and Les Grands Appartements in Hotel de Crillon in 2017. Makes me think of this year's Met Gala, honoring the fashion legend.
7. The Savoy Royal Suite by Gucci, London (2021)
Recently, Gucci designed their own room at the glamorous and well-established Savoy. In fact, the founder of the Italian luxury brand Guccio Gucci used to work at the hotel as a luggage porter and lift boy when he was young. If you are a die hard fan of the fashion house, they also have a restaurant in Beverly Hills called Gucci Osteria.
Recently, Gucci designed their own room at the glamorous and well-established Savoy. In fact, the founder of the Italian luxury brand Guccio Gucci used to work at the hotel as a luggage porter and lift boy when he was young. If you are a die hard fan of the fashion house, they also have a restaurant in Beverly Hills called Gucci Osteria.
8. Maison Elle, Paris (2022)
Fashion powerhouse Elle magazine designed their first Parisian getaway and are not stopping there. This year in 2023, they will also be opening another Maison Elle in Mexico and have jumpstarted their own hotel brand, Elle Hospitality.
Fashion powerhouse Elle magazine designed their first Parisian getaway and are not stopping there. This year in 2023, they will also be opening another Maison Elle in Mexico and have jumpstarted their own hotel brand, Elle Hospitality.
9. Vermelho, Christian Louboutin (2023)
One of my favorite interior decor spaces this year! Every piece in the hotel, from the sculptures to the doors, have been handcrafted by excellent artisans. The space was inspired by Louboutin's many trips and stays in Portugal. A must-stay if you get the chance.
One of my favorite interior decor spaces this year! Every piece in the hotel, from the sculptures to the doors, have been handcrafted by excellent artisans. The space was inspired by Louboutin's many trips and stays in Portugal. A must-stay if you get the chance.
10. Dolce & Gabbana, Coming Soon...
D&G announced this year that they are in the midst of several real estate projects. Their first will be luxury condos in Dubai and then the U.S. The Business of Fashion shares that they will be working with developers JDS Development Group, Sierra Blanca Estates, and DarGlobal.
D&G announced this year that they are in the midst of several real estate projects. Their first will be luxury condos in Dubai and then the U.S. The Business of Fashion shares that they will be working with developers JDS Development Group, Sierra Blanca Estates, and DarGlobal.