In 2023, millennials powered 45% of luxury growth while Gen Z pushed spending up 25% year over year, a split that helps explain why assortment, channels, and pricing are being rethought so quickly. Women aged 25 to 44 make up 68% of luxury shoppers and HNWIs account for 30% of purchases, yet sustainability still holds brands to a higher standard, with 42% of consumers avoiding non sustainable labels. We break down the full set of retail, regional, and market signals shaping luxury fashion from China to North America and beyond.
Key Takeaways
- Millennials drove 45% of luxury growth in 2023.
- Gen Z luxury consumers increased spending by 25% YoY in 2023.
- 68% of luxury shoppers are women aged 25-44.
- The global personal luxury goods market was valued at €353 billion in 2022, marking a 8% growth from 2021 at constant exchange rates.
- Luxury fashion apparel segment accounted for 25% of the total personal luxury goods market in 2022, equating to approximately €88 billion.
- The luxury leather goods category grew by 14% in 2022, representing 28% of the personal luxury market at €99 billion.
- North America accounts for 28% of global luxury sales.
- Asia ex-Japan represents 40% of luxury market in 2023.
- China luxury spending grew 12% in 2023 to €125 billion.
- 65% of luxury brands committed to net-zero by 2050.
- Resale platforms grew 15% in luxury fashion 2023.
- 42% of luxury consumers avoid non-sustainable brands.
- LVMH generated €86 billion in revenue in 2023, up 9%.
- Kering's luxury sales €19.6 billion in 2023, down 2%.
- Richemont revenue CHF 19.95 billion in FY2023, +3%.
In 2023, luxury growth was powered by younger buyers and sustainability momentum, with the market set to rise steadily.
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Consumer Demographics & Behavior24 stats
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Millennials drove 45% of luxury growth in 2023.
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Gen Z luxury consumers increased spending by 25% YoY in 2023.
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68% of luxury shoppers are women aged 25-44.
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High-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) represent 30% of luxury purchases.
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52% of luxury buyers prioritize sustainability in purchases.
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Chinese millennials account for 50% of China's luxury spending.
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40% of Gen Z discover luxury brands via social media.
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Ultra-wealthy (over $30M net worth) spend average $500K annually on luxury.
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75% of luxury consumers aged 35-54 own at least one designer handbag.
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Affluent consumers (income >$250K) grew 12% in luxury spending 2022-2023.
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62% of luxury shoppers influenced by influencers on Instagram.
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Baby boomers hold 50% of global wealth but only 20% luxury spend.
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55% of luxury purchases by consumers under 40 in Asia.
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Female luxury consumers outspend males 2:1 in apparel.
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70% of HNWIs prefer experiential luxury over products.
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Emerging affluent in India (income $10K-$100K) to drive 40% growth.
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48% of luxury buyers are repeat customers annually.
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US luxury consumers average 4.2 shopping trips per year.
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65% of Gen Alpha parents buy luxury for children.
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LGBTQ+ consumers 15% more likely to buy luxury fashion.
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57% of luxury shoppers research online before buying.
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Average age of first luxury purchase dropped to 24 in 2023.
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Silent luxury preferred by 35% of HNWIs over logo-heavy.
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72% of luxury consumers value personalization.
Interpretation
Consumer Demographics & Behavior Interpretation
Luxury consumer behavior in 2023 is being reshaped by younger shoppers, with Millennials driving 45% of luxury growth and Gen Z spending up 25% year over year, while women aged 25 to 44 make up 68% of shoppers and 52% of buyers prioritize sustainability.
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Market Size & Growth30 stats
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The global personal luxury goods market was valued at €353 billion in 2022, marking a 8% growth from 2021 at constant exchange rates.
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Luxury fashion apparel segment accounted for 25% of the total personal luxury goods market in 2022, equating to approximately €88 billion.
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The luxury leather goods category grew by 14% in 2022, representing 28% of the personal luxury market at €99 billion.
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Projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the luxury market from 2023-2027 is 4-6% at constant exchange rates.
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Hard luxury goods like watches and jewelry saw 5% growth in 2022, totaling €62 billion or 18% of the market.
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The global luxury market is expected to reach €420-450 billion by 2025, driven by apparel and accessories.
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In 2023, luxury goods sales grew 8% year-over-year to €362 billion.
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Footwear luxury segment valued at €20 billion in 2022, with 10% YoY growth.
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Fragrances and cosmetics in luxury reached €48 billion in 2022, up 9%.
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Online luxury sales grew to 23% of total sales in 2022 from 17% pre-pandemic.
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Luxury retail market in Asia-Pacific expected to grow at 7.5% CAGR to 2030.
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US luxury market hit $109 billion in 2022, 14% growth.
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Europe luxury goods sales €162 billion in 2022, stable growth.
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Chinese consumers contributed 37% of global luxury spending in 2022.
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Luxury resale market valued at €33 billion in 2022, 12% growth.
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Projected luxury market size $510 billion by 2030 globally.
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High-end luxury segment (over €5,000 items) grew 12% in 2022.
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Accessible luxury (under €1,000) accounted for 45% of sales in 2023.
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Watches and jewelry luxury market €65 billion in 2023.
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Handbags and leather goods €110 billion projected for 2024.
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Luxury eyewear sales reached €15 billion in 2022.
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Global luxury retail e-commerce market $45 billion in 2023.
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Pre-owned luxury fashion market to hit €102 billion by 2025.
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Luxury goods inflation rate at 5-7% in 2023.
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Middle East luxury market grew 20% to $20 billion in 2023.
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Latin America luxury sales $12 billion in 2022, 15% growth.
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India luxury market to reach $15 billion by 2026.
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Japan luxury spending €28 billion in 2022.
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South Korea luxury market $18 billion in 2023.
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Australia luxury retail $6.5 billion in 2022.
Interpretation
Market Size & Growth Interpretation
The luxury fashion market is expanding steadily, with the global personal luxury goods segment reaching about €353 billion in 2022 and projected to grow at a 4 to 6% CAGR from 2023 to 2027, while luxury fashion apparel alone contributes roughly €88 billion and keeps momentum through 2025 as the market is expected to reach around €420 to €450 billion.
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Regional Insights23 stats
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North America accounts for 28% of global luxury sales.
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Asia ex-Japan represents 40% of luxury market in 2023.
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China luxury spending grew 12% in 2023 to €125 billion.
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Europe luxury market share 28% in 2022.
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US luxury retail sales $120 billion projected for 2024.
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Japan luxury market contracted 5% in 2023.
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Middle East luxury growth 15% YoY to $23 billion in 2023.
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India luxury market $8 billion in 2023, +20% growth.
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South Korea 6% of global luxury sales in 2023.
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Brazil luxury market $5 billion in 2022.
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UK luxury retail £15 billion in 2023.
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France luxury exports €60 billion in 2023.
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Germany luxury market €25 billion in 2023.
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Italy luxury goods production €110 billion in 2022.
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Southeast Asia luxury $20 billion in 2023.
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Russia luxury sales dropped 40% post-2022.
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Mexico luxury market $4 billion growing 10%.
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UAE luxury retail $12 billion in 2023.
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Saudi Arabia luxury $8 billion, +25% growth.
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Australia luxury $7 billion in 2023.
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Canada luxury market CAD 15 billion in 2023.
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Turkey luxury sales €2.5 billion in 2023.
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Vietnam emerging luxury $2 billion, +30%.
Interpretation
Regional Insights Interpretation
Regional Insights show that Asia ex-Japan leads global momentum with 40% of the luxury market in 2023 while China alone grew 12% to €125 billion, even as Japan’s luxury market contracted 5% in the same year.
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Sustainability & Digital Trends30 stats
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65% of luxury brands committed to net-zero by 2050.
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Resale platforms grew 15% in luxury fashion 2023.
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42% of luxury consumers avoid non-sustainable brands.
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Circular economy in luxury to reach €200 billion by 2030.
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80% of brands using recycled materials in collections 2023.
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Digital fashion sales (NFTs/metaverse) $500 million in 2023.
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50% reduction in water usage targeted by top brands by 2030.
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AR try-on tools adopted by 70% of luxury retailers.
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Vegan leather used in 25% of new luxury handbags 2023.
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E-commerce now 25% of luxury sales globally.
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Carbon footprint disclosure by 90% of LVMH brands.
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AI personalization boosts luxury sales 20%.
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35% growth in sustainable luxury certification sales.
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Omnichannel integration in 85% of luxury stores.
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Blockchain traceability in 40% of supply chains.
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Rent-the-runway model adopted by 15 luxury brands.
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60% consumers willing to pay 10% premium for sustainable.
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Metaverse luxury events generated $100 million.
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Zero-waste production in 20% of collections.
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Mobile app sales 15% of digital luxury revenue.
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75% brands investing in regenerative agriculture.
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Live-streaming sales $5 billion in China luxury.
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55% reduction in packaging waste targeted.
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Social commerce 20% of Gen Z luxury buys.
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Ethical sourcing verified in 70% supply chains.
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VR store experiences by 30 luxury brands.
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Upcycled materials in 18% of SS24 collections.
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Data analytics reduces overproduction by 15%.
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NFT luxury drops sold out 90% within hours.
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Loyalty apps engagement up 40% post-digital pivot.
Interpretation
Sustainability & Digital Trends Interpretation
With 65% of luxury brands targeting net zero by 2050 and resale platforms growing 15% in 2023 alongside $500 million in 2023 digital fashion sales, sustainability is rapidly merging with digital and circular business models to meet customer pressure, including 42% who avoid non-sustainable brands.
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Top Brands & Performance26 stats
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LVMH generated €86 billion in revenue in 2023, up 9%.
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Kering's luxury sales €19.6 billion in 2023, down 2%.
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Richemont revenue CHF 19.95 billion in FY2023, +3%.
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Chanel estimated €17.2 billion sales in 2022.
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Gucci (Kering) sales €9.9 billion in 2023, -6%.
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Louis Vuitton (LVMH) over €20 billion in 2023 sales.
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Hermes revenue €13.4 billion in 2023, +21%.
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Dior (LVMH) fashion sales €8.5 billion in 2023.
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Prada Group sales €4.4 billion in 2022, +12%.
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Burberry revenue £2.9 billion in FY2023, -4%.
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Moncler sales €2.7 billion in 2023, +18%.
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Valentino revenue €1.4 billion in 2022.
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Off-White sales $300 million in 2022 pre-sale.
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Rolex estimated $10 billion revenue in 2023.
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Cartier (Richemont) sales CHF 6.5 billion in 2023.
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Fendi (LVMH) €2 billion sales in 2023.
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Balenciaga (Kering) €2 billion sales in 2023.
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Saint Laurent (Kering) €2.5 billion in 2023.
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Bottega Veneta (Kering) €1.3 billion in 2023.
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Tiffany & Co. (LVMH) $6.6 billion sales 2023.
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Bulgari (LVMH) €2.1 billion in 2023.
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Givenchy (LVMH) €1 billion sales in 2023.
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Celine (LVMH) €2.5 billion in 2023.
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Loewe sales €500 million in 2023.
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Versace (Capri Holdings) $1.1 billion in FY2023.
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Jimmy Choo $600 million sales in 2023.
Interpretation
Top Brands & Performance Interpretation
For the Top Brands & Performance category, the picture is one of big leaders still gaining momentum, with LVMH climbing to €86 billion in 2023 up 9% and Richemont rising to CHF 19.95 billion up 3%, even as some brands like Kering’s luxury sales fell to €19.6 billion down 2% and Gucci dropped to €9.9 billion down 6%.
report visual · Key figures
Luxury fashion momentum: growth, demand drivers, and digital shift
Luxury fashion growth is supported by younger cohorts, influencer/social discovery, and sustained online/e-commerce adoption.
8%
In 2023, luxury goods sales grew 8% year-over-year to €362 billion.
45%
Millennials drove 45% of luxury growth in 2023.
40%
40% of Gen Z discover luxury brands via social media.
62%
62% of luxury shoppers influenced by influencers on Instagram.
23%
Online luxury sales grew to 23% of total sales in 2022 from 17% pre-pandemic.
25%
E-commerce now 25% of luxury sales globally.
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