MEGATRENDS

Food Trends 2023: A change in the food industry towards more sustainability and locality, regenerative foods and classic dishes interpreted vegan 

Sustainability communication as an indispensable tool to strengthen the corporate vision

The latest retail developments – these are the top retail trends for 2023

More and more brands are modifying their brand symbols and launching sustainable logos as an expression of their commitment - but what does that mean?

The entertainment of the future has social and planetary relevance

Anja Höbel about Occtopus and the potential to reduce unconscious prejudices in children for more diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging Interview with Anja Höbel, founder of "Occtopus"

The sustainable and vegan luxury brand launches the first handbag made from vegan Mycelium leather

Koji, kimchi and co. are making fermentation a trend again because of their health-promoting properties

The competition for a greener future with sustainable and innovative product ideas - new this year is the MCBW exhibition and the Green Future Club

The marketplace for digital fashion NFTs and the blockchain technology behind them are challenging the traditional fashion industry In an interview with Marjorie Hernandez, co-founder The Dematerialised and Lukso

NJAL founder Stefan Siegel about the problem of the fashion system, his Zalando partnership and the future of fashion In an interview with Stefan Siegel, founder of Not Just A Label

Clean Beauty Update: Are anhydrous cosmetics the sustainable solution for clear skin and a clean planet?

The Bosch Tech Compass shows how globally people think and feel about technology.

How the Managed Marketplace for pre-loved designer fashion offers sustainable answers and solutions for consumption In an interview with Cécile Wickmann, founder Rebelle

What is Planthroposcene? A plea for nature to move into contemporary interiors for a better quality of life

Technologies such as VR, gaming, crypto, blockchain and NFT are now uniting in the digital metaverse – how sustainable is the hype?

On the occasion of the 10th German Design Award 2022, the German Design Council honours the winners and their design innovations in an exhibition at the MAK Frankfurt

The exceptional Austrian designer Julia Körner talks about the future of 3D printing as a combination of design, innovation and sustainability In an interview with Julia Körner, founder of JK Design

How Veganuary makes vegan nutrition more attractive for the masses and even brings large companies to new dishes

6 questions to Prof. Dr. Stefan Bratzel, Head of the Center of Automotive Management, on the sustainability of mobility In an interview with Prof. Dr. Stefan Bratzel, Director Center of Automotive Management

For the anniversary, the winners of the German Design Award 2022 show innovation, sustainability & aesthetics with pioneering projects

Surprising food alternatives made from algae - In Food Valley, edible solutions are cooked for a sustainable food industry.

Together with art, science and entrepreneurship, “lobbying for nature.” In an interview with Johann Haehling von Lanzenauer, founder of the Arts & Nature Social Club

Why banks invest in climate-damaging projects and whether ESG systems can be the solution

“The problem in the care industry is not transparency, but ethics - brands like Forgo have to take responsibility to educate their consumers about sustainability” Interview with Allon Libermann, design manager of From Us With Love and co-founder of Forgo

In 2022, the German Design Council will continue to promote and honor new solutions and sustainable design with its Iconic Awards: Innovative Interior

The infrastructure of new mobility concepts must move away from insular thinking towards economically efficient, ecologically sustainable and socially fair standards. Column by Prof. Nikolaus Hafermaas, Graft Brandlab

Kering continues its sustainable commitment by introducing a fur-free policy for all its labels. As of 2022, no house of the luxury group will use animal fur anymore

Deurbanization: Hardly audible, but shaping the future in the countryside is bringing noticeable changes - also in the city.

Nike is collaborating with biotech company Newlight Technologies to reduce its carbon footprint by using the biomaterial AirCarbon

This vision vehicle is created according to the principles of the circular economy throughout the entire design, development and manufacturing process

More and more companies are focusing on sustainable materials, material innovation or preferred fibers and materials

IAA Mobility aims to become an international mobility center, with sustainability playing a stronger role

Berlin Fashion Week gives young, sustainable labels and talents an international stage and puts sustainability at the forefront

The digital conference is a partner of the Berlin Fashion Week and promotes the transformation to a sustainable fashion industry 

Digitization as a solution for a future-proof luxury model - these are the game changers in the industry

Laboratory meat is considered to be the meat alternative of the future. But what exactly is so-called clean meat and can it actually replace conventional meat?

In the age of technology, digital fashion is perhaps the answer to the necessary change within the fashion industry. Interview with Michaela Larosse, Head of Strategy at The Fabricant

Gamification creates a new world of fun, technology and profit - everything about the new attraction and how the trend can be used for positive development

Mobility Trends 2022: Digitalisation, drive alternatives as well as inclusion and diversification are the focus of mobility trends

With a State of Fashion special edition, BoF and McKinsey show 6 disruptive trends that will shape the jewelry and watch industry until 2025

Human numbers in metropolitan regions and record sales paint the current picture of the fashion landscape - but how sustainable is the post-Covid consumerism?

Nikolaus Hafermaas calls for sustainable cultural change and shows why intergenerational design is more than a mere design concept. Column by Prof. Nikolaus Hafermaas, Graft Brandlab

Not using animal products is considered environmentally friendly and healthy, but is that true? Here is the life cycle assessment of milk alternatives in comparison

 Young designers combine modern concepts with sustainable criteria and more and more traditional houses are following suit - welcome to the new perfection!

Food Trends 2022: A change in consumer behavior towards more sustainability and locality, the e-food movement and everything about post-Covid gastronomy

Prof. Nikolaus Hafermaas, Managing Partner Creation of the Berlin agency Graft Brandlab, on the sustainable development of architecture, urban planning and mobility By Prof. Nikolaus Hafermaas, Graft Brandlab

Editor-in-chief of Luxury Tribune, Cristina d'Agostino, talks about new creativity in the luxury market

The Business of Fashion sustainability index measures the sustainability gap and sets new standards for fashion groups

The hype about crypto art has triggered a climate controversy due to the supposedly high energy consumption - but there is hope for a green crypto development

The competition for a greener future with sustainable and innovative product ideas

While the pandemic poses an additional problem of inclusion, diversity strengthens companies in times of crisis. We show implications for successful diversity management

The luxury industry will undergo a drastic transformation by 2030 - luxury trends bring meaning and dynamism to the fore

From languages ​​to meditation to classic brain training: Here are the hottest learning apps to get smarter

"Sustainable design ensures long-term corporate success and is accessible to everyone" In an interview with Lutz Dietzold, CEO of the German Design Council

This year, the winning projects of the German Design Award will be presented by the German Design Council in a new online framework.

These innovative food start-ups address the problems of the food industry and improve the future of the food supply

Natural colors, different materials and textiles for an imperfect look: the boho style

Edge AI is a dramatic breakthrough, reshaping machine learning privately, personalized, and secure. Discover what's behind it By Expert Milton Pedraza "Luxury Institute"

The time of opulent luxury is over. Today luxury is more inclusive, more conscious and more positive. Welcome to the world of purposeful luxury by expert Julia Riedmeier "Neo Luxury"

Wabi Sabi represents the joy of clarity, the reflection on the essentials and the recognition of perfection in something imperfect. Discover the Japanese tradition, which has aspired to be a trend

You want to support your body through detoxification and get get rid of annoying water retention? Discover how easy this can be with detox tea!

The concept of luxury is changing. Members-only clubs show that luxury today means access, exchange and community

Simple and yet luxurious - is that possible? Discover ways to forego or reduce consumption without having to restrict yourself

Luxury has long ceased to mean wasteful consumption. The new definition of luxury revolves around values ​​and responsibility

We show 6 examples of how brands implement the augmented reality trend and thus set new standards in terms of innovation

Whether hyper regional, virtual dining or zero food waste, these food trends 2021 are not just about taste, they are also sustainable

The world wants to move again. But what will tourism look like in the future? This is shown by the three travel dimensions Awaycation, Staycation and digital Wandering By Expert Julia Riedmeier "Neo Luxury"

AI in fashion modifies shopping for customers and manufacturers. That's what the Artificial Intelligence trend is all about

In the reinforced home office, borders between private and public are blurring. The learned separation of living spaces dissolves. What effects does this have on rooms and furniture and how long does the cocooning wave last? By expert Julia Riedmeier "Neo Luxury"

Again this year, companies worldwide were ranked in terms of their CSR. Denmark leads the field of sustainable business practices in the CSR Ranking 2020

What is the next normal in the luxury landscape during and after the Corona crisis and how are the trends changing? A big bang for the benefit of agile, digital, sustainable and social business models By expert Julia Riedmeier "Neo Luxury"

The promise of the Smart City: quality of life, environmental protection & efficiency. We show which challenges have to be solved in a smart way

To emerge stronger from the crisis, brands have to adapt to Gen Z's wishes. A growing group of buyers in transition is demanding transparency and social values 

COVID-19 makes digital networking more important than ever. We show the importance of digitization due to Corona

Clarity with our superfood list - the megatrend is global but also local 

Three days are enough to deacidify the body and bring it back into balance. We show you how to do it and suitable clean eating recipes

Setting signals where they are created - this is what the British architecture firm does with its sustainability manifesto

The study “The State of Fashion” shows the fashion megatrend 2020 “Sustainability # 1”: The growing need of consumers for more sustainable products - even in times of the Black Swan Event

Ethical Home Design stands for stylish and fair home accessories which are handmade, free of chemicals and from natural raw materials

The Planetary Health Diet shows how nearly 2050 billion people can eat healthily and sustainably by 10

Spring is approaching - Detox your body easily with our 10-point Easy Detox Plan over the weekend

Clean beauty, vegan, organic or natural cosmetics - these are the differences and these ingredients belong on the no-go list

The study of the Luxury Business Report shows how luxury and sustainability go together in the future

A fictional dispute between our editors, in which two opposing points of view are prepared in an abstract and fact-based manner - pro and con

In 2020, Pantone is banking on a classic: "Classic Blue" is the color of the year. The color embodies calm, simple elegance and timelessness

Private scooter sharing simplifies life in the city

Neo-ecology is the megatrend that will shape the 2020st century like no other: environmental awareness is transformed from an individual lifestyle to social movement. Sustainability from the consumption trend to the economic factor

The fashion industry must become more sustainable, that's what more and more consumers are demanding. These 6 sustainable fashion trends show how this can be done

Wine and chocolate, two premium luxury foods meet and combine to create a taste experience. We show which Fairtrade chocolate goes with which organic wine

Mobility plays a central role in our society. Four innovative concepts meet today's challenges and point the way to future mobility

Circular economy is currently the most sought-after concept for a sustainable future. About a concept that brings together continued prosperity and the preservation of resources

A life without waste - this is what the Zero Waste movement stands for. Even if it sounds almost impossible, everyone can make a contribution and reduce their own waste - and do something good for the environment

In the almost 14 years of its existence, the Bauhaus revolutionized creative and artistic thinking. The big anniversary will be celebrated nationwide in 2019

According to Bain & Company, disruptive trends are set to radically change the landscape in the luxury market and create new values

Yoga exercises give strength, muscles are built and mobility is promoted. Body & mind are in balance

A revolution is to be expected that could completely change our everyday life. Artificial intelligence harbors an immense number of opportunities, but also certain risks

Increased productivity, inner peace and clear structures accompany people with regular morning rituals through a successful working day

The world is constantly changing. The World Economic Forum shows which top soft skills will be in demand in the future

The market for electromobility has continued to grow rapidly, with around 3 million cars sold in 2020. But what are the drivers and how green are e-cars really?

Agriculture is a leader in digitization. Agriculture 4.0 and smart farming are the headings of modern data-based concepts