If you’re splashing out on luxury goods, it’s likely you want an exceptional level of service too. But how does this translate when buying online? Chinese marketplace JD.com is launching a luxury delivery service that complements its extravagant products to ensure an overall lavish experience.

After a crackdown on ostentatious spending, many thought China’s luxury obsession was over, but splashing out overseas continues to be a favourite pastime for the nation's elite. Outbound tourism and a successful Chinese-American diaspora mean home-grown brands are looking west.

Luxury means different things to different people. For some, a product simply needs to have a prestigious brand name, but others may demand hyper-exclusivity or the use of exotic materials. Canvas8 spoke with 20 Britons to discover how they define luxury in terms of clothes and accessories.

A decade ago, 'luxury' might have meant a Mercedes, a Prada bag or a Rolex. But in 2016, old symbols of extravagance are out and people are searching for more meaningful things to spend on. With the market thought to have grown just 1-2% in 2015, is this the end for traditional luxury fashion brands?