Leo Moretti

Columnist, The Ledger

As a columnist for La Mia Musa, Leo Moretti authors "The Ledger" and covers "The Vault" with a focus on luxury market analysis and brand strategy. He demystifies the complex financial dynamics of the luxury industry, offering readers unvarnished insights into the valuations of fine jewelry and horology. By examining the intersection of business and high fashion, Leo provides valuable perspectives on the market forces shaping top luxury brands. His analytical approach helps readers understand the investment value of high-end collectibles and watch markets.

Expertise

Luxury Market AnalysisHorologyFine JewelryBrand StrategyInvestment-grade collectibles

Coverage Areas

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Latest Articles

Close-up of a Loro Piana Open Walks Chukka boot with a prominent white sole, symbolizing the shift towards protecting subtle design elements in luxury.
The Ledger

The Quiet Luxury Shift: What It Means for Brand Strategy

A Turin court ruled in December 2023 to protect the white sole on Loro Piana’s Open Walks Chukka boots, a decision that elevates a seemingly generic design element to a legally defensible brand asset,

Jul 1, 2026 · 5 min read

The former Saks Global building, now rebranded as Exemplar Luxury Group, symbolizing a new era of luxury retail after emerging from bankruptcy.
The Accessory

Saks Global rebrands as Exemplar Luxury Group post-bankruptcy

Saks Global, once burdened by billions, has slashed its debt by nearly 75% to roughly $1.

Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read

Models presenting the LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi Spring 2027 collection on the runway during Paris Men's Fashion Week.
The Profile

LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi Unveils Striking Spring 2027 Collection in Paris

In June 2026, LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi unveiled its Spring 2027 ready-to-wear collection during Paris Men's Fashion Week, marking a significant global appearance.

Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read

A single, luxurious white t-shirt displayed on a pedestal in a minimalist boutique, symbolizing premium apparel.
The Ledger

NYC brand turns white tee into gold with luxury expansion

A simple white t-shirt from Sold Out NYC costs $90, yet the brand's sales are up 80 percent year-to-date in 2026.

Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read

Exterior view of the new Chanel stand-alone fashion boutique in Palo Alto, California, showcasing its elegant storefront and entrance.
The Vault

Chanel Opens Stand-Alone Boutique in Palo Alto

On Friday, Chanel will unveil its 25th stand-alone U.

Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read

Stray Kids members performing energetically in a scene inspired by their 'Run It' music video, symbolizing their global chart success.
The Profile

Stray Kids Drop 'Run It' Single and Video in Exclusive Interview

Within hours of its release, Stray Kids' prerelease single 'Run It' rocketed to the top of the iTunes charts in 41 countries, cementing an unprecedented global reception for the K-pop powerhouse.

Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read

Master artisan carefully applying vibrant enamel to a luxury watch dial in a dimly lit, tool-filled workshop with glowing kilns.
The Vault

How Enameling Techniques Work in High Jewelry and Watches

Crafting an immaculate enamel dial requires firing powdered glass at temperatures between 1400 and 1,650 degrees Fahrenheit, a process so delicate that a single misstep can destroy weeks of work.

Jun 23, 2026 · 5 min read

Pomellato 'Stile Libero' choker featuring 21 pear-shaped Paraíba tourmalines, showcasing creative freedom in high jewelry design.
The Vault

Pomellato's 2026 high jewelry collection celebrates creative freedom

A single choker in Pomellato's new 'Stile Libero' collection features 21 pear-shaped Paraíba tourmalines totaling 20.

Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read

Models present Spring/Summer 2027 fashion at Pitti Uomo 110, highlighting a trend towards practical authenticity and worn-in aesthetics.
The Ledger

Pitti Uomo 2026 Showcases Spring 2027's Must-Have Fashion

In a sweltering Florence, Pitti Uomo 110 showcased Spring/Summer 2027 collections that paradoxically blended breezy fabrics with 'worn-in' aesthetics, signaling a market shift towards practical authen

Jun 20, 2026 · 3 min read

Slam Jam's logo integrated into a futuristic cityscape, symbolizing its influence on major brands like Nike and Vans for 2026.
The Ledger

Slam Jam Luca Benini Elevates Brand with Cultural Strategy for 2026

Slam Jam's brand elevation consulting division, which helps giants like Nike and Vans infuse cultural meaning into their products, now accounts for 60 percent of the company's total sales, according t

Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read

Close-up of an intricate mechanical watch movement with gears and springs, set in a luxurious watchmaker's workshop.
The Vault

Enduring Watch Complications That Define Haute Horology

A single Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime, featuring 20 complications including a grande sonnerie and perpetual calendar, can command upwards of $31 million at auction, a price tag that dwarfs many lu

Jun 17, 2026 · 4 min read

Taylor Swift looking stunning in a bordeaux velvet tank dress paired with antique and designer jewelry on a date night.
The Vault

Taylor Swift stuns in Bordeaux Velvet for date night

On a recent date night, Taylor Swift stepped out in a bordeaux velvet Polo Ralph Lauren tank dress.

Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read

Interior of a luxurious Berluti boutique in Milan, featuring elegant displays of high-end leather goods and a minimalist, modern design.
The Ledger

Berluti's Mansvelt Drives Global Growth with Focused Luxury Strategy

Berluti's new Milan boutique, positioned as Europe's "latest" retail concept, actually rolls out a design operational in Tokyo for five years, WWD reports.

Jun 11, 2026 · 2 min read

Capsum and KKT Labs representatives collaborating in a high-tech lab, symbolizing the acquisition and future product development.
The Runway

Capsum acquires KKT Labs to boost U.S. product development

Krupa Koestline, founder of the recently acquired KKT Labs, has immediately been named CEO of Capsum USA.

Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read

Tiffany Hsu elegantly balances the demands of fashion week with her role as a mother, showcasing her strength and personal style.
The Profile

Tiffany Hsu finds strength in balancing career, motherhood, and style

Despite the immense pressure to appear 'effortless' as a 'fashion mom' during grueling fashion weeks, Tiffany Hsu describes feeling 'stronger and empowered' by the very act of surviving the balancing

Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read

Modern tannery with advanced neutralizing agents, showcasing efficiency and a push towards greener, sustainable leather production methods.
The Ledger

Leather Neutralizing Agents Market Surges Amidst Green Production Push

A tannery in Italy recently reported a 20% reduction in processing time for its neutralizing bath by switching to a new generation of polymeric neutralizing agents, highlighting a quiet revolution in

Jun 8, 2026 · 4 min read

Lizzo wearing metallic gold mules on a New York City street, with a crowd of admirers and shop windows reflecting the trend.
The Vault

Lizzo's metallic mules drive rapid fashion adoption

Just hours after Lizzo appeared in New York City wearing metallic gold mules, a similar style priced at $119 was completely sold out online.

Jun 6, 2026 · 2 min read

A semi-truck on a highway with a high diesel price sign in the distance, symbolizing the impact of rising fuel costs on the trucking industry and consumers.
The Atelier

Truckers Face Soaring Diesel Prices, Consumer Costs Rise

A single tank of diesel for Greg Dubuque's delivery truck, which cost $600 just months ago, now costs $1,000, according to latimes .

Jun 6, 2026 · 3 min read

A luxury handbag store interior with a holographic metaverse artwork projection symbolizing digital exclusivity and NFTs.
The Ledger

Digital Exclusivity: New Luxury Metric, Brands Face Challenges

A century-old luxury handbag brand recently sold out its limited-edition NFT collection in minutes.

Jun 3, 2026 · 3 min read

A luxury retail store interior with a holographic AI interface displaying personalized recommendations, blending classic elegance with futuristic technology.
The Ledger

AI is Personalizing Luxury Retail Like Never Before

Two-thirds of luxury fashion customers now use AI when they browse online, a 2 percentage point increase from last year.

Jun 3, 2026 · 3 min read