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Chronic lung disease linked to greater risk for falls

By Lisa Rapaport (Reuters Health) – Older people with a common lung disease are more likely to suffer from falls if they also have other medical problems, previous tumbles or a longer history of smoking, a recent study suggests. Researchers focused on 41 people around 71 years old with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a condition that makes it difficult to breathe. Past research has linked COPD to an increased

Givenchy aims for product longevity with anniversary lipstick case

Givenchy’s limited-edition lipstick case French fashion house Givenchy is celebrating a decade of beauty with an exclusive offer through Net-A-Porter. Ten years ago Givenchy launched its Givenchy Beauty range which offers couture-inspired cosmetics alongside its fragrance offerings. As an extension of runway fashion, having a beauty line allows an aspirational consumer to actively pursue a brand even if its wares are out of her price range. A case of the birthdays  Givenchy

Millennials’ wealth management preferences differ from boomers: report

Image courtesy of Michael Kors Millennial investors have different preferences compared to their baby boomer parents when it comes to wealth management, according to a new report by Luxury Institute. While baby boomers and older generations prefer to work with full-service brokerage firms, wealthy millennials and members of Generation X are showing an increased preference for working with private advisors. Independent financial advisors can offer a more individual approach that

Anya Hindmarch reflects on unorthodox designs via craftsmanship

Anya Hindmarch’s leather stickers British accessories label Anya Hindmarch is touting the craftsmanship behind its whimsical and often humorous products through a new social effort. Introduced on social media, Anya Hindmarch selected one of its most stand out pieces, the Crisp Packet clutch, to demonstrate its dedication to craftsmanship even though its designs are not of a traditional design aesthetic seen in luxury goods. Craftsmanship videos and accompanying copy reinforce