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Forbes
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
New York City's Stylish Spring 2025 Events And Galas
Oscar de la Renta runway show at the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's 32nd Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon Brendon Cook/ New York City is full of color and social activity in spring. For the 2025 edition of New York's spring galas, there were dinners, luncheons and fashion events showcasing fashion collaorations, runway shows and other fashion-forward moments that made it memorable. Here are some of the top spring events, luncheons and galas you missed in New York City. Oscar de la Renta runway show at CCF 32nd Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon Brendon Cook/ On May 8, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is proud to announce the Women of Distinction Luncheon, honoring outstanding women who have made an impact in the fight against Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Famed fashion brand Oscar de la Renta had a runway show at the luncheon, presenting the 2025 Pre-Fall Runway Collection, showcasing outstanding floral looks. Taylor Lowder, Dr. Marla Dubinsky, Irene Modesto at the 32nd Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon Ryan Northrop/ The luncheon honored Dr. Marla Dubinsky, the 2025 Woman of Distinction in Medicine, a Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Nicole Fuller, Founder and Principal of Nicole Fuller Interiors, and Taylor Lowder, Rising Star Honoree. Lori Stokes, former co-host of FOX 5's 'Good Day New York,' was host for the event. A painting by New York artist, Susan Sabiston, "Yliaster" at Spring/Break Art Show 2025 spring/break art show The Spring/Break Art Show is one of the city's coolest art fairs if you want to see unfiltered, non-corporate art shown in an authentically New York setting. This year, this curator-driven art fair was hosted in a shabby floor at 75 Varick Street, featuring 120 booths with the theme Paradise Lost and Found. The paintings are still up for grabs on the Spring/Break website. Some highlights from the latest, cutting-edge crop of painters included clock paintings by Katherine Rakoczy, lavender-hued landscapes by Braden Bandel and Susan Sabiston, who paints psychedelic landscapes unlike any other. NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 23: Brooke Shields is seen on April 23, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by NDZ/Star Max/GC Images) GC Images On April 23, Swarovski hosted a talk with fashion icon, author and actor Brooke Shields alongside United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, Melissa Flemming, Director of the Swarovski Foundation, Jakhya Rahman-Corey, and writer Monica Sanders. The talk, held at the gorgeous Swarovski flagship store on Fifth Avenue (which has a sprawling staircase made entirely of rose quartz) talked about the Swarovski Foundation's collaboration with the United Nations on the new SDG pin, which Rahman-Corey says 'serves as a call to action for a more sustainable world.: The chat was focused around our collective progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals. Skye Ione at her book launch at Cecilia's in the East Village Christos Katsiaouni. On March 4, iconic actor Ione Skye held the launch party for her memoir, 'Say Everything,' at the East Village's hottest new restaurant and brunch spot, Cecilia, located at 97 Saint Marks Place, which is owned by Russell Steinberg. The intimate evening brought together friends who toasted to Skye's deeply personal book, which looks at her role in the famed 1989 film, 'Say Anything,' and traces her journey in Hollywood. Guests included Griffin Dunn, Batsheva Hay, Tatianna Von Furstenberg, Jane Pratt, Kelly Bensimon, and more. Miss Velvet blowing out the candles of her birthday cake at Chez Fifi Peter Zwolinski/ The acclaimed rock star, singer and fashion icon Miss Velvet held her birthday celebration at Chez Fifi on April 29. The night was graced with a performance from Aaron Blake, a Grammy Award winning singer and Metropolitan Opera star, and a dance performance by six dancers choreographed by Jermaine Brown, who has worked with Jennifer Lopez and Nicki Minaj. Next up, she will host a forthcoming iteration of 'Who is Miss Velvet?' at New York City's Pride Parade. Check out her latest album, Triptych. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 06: Rachel Antonoff and Susan Alexandra attend Susan Alexandra & Rachel Antonoff's "Best in Show" at St. Ann's Warehouse during New York Fashion Week on September 06, 2024 in Brooklyn, New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage) WireImage The renowned animal rescue committee Animal Haven hosted their annual Benefit for the Animals on May 14. The gala honored quirky New York fashion designer Rachel Antonoff with the Leonard Simon Award for her work uniting pet adoption and creativity (she brought Animal Haven dogs on the runway for New York Fashion Week). Paramount received the Corporate Responsibility Award for hosting The Daily Show's first-ever InDogCision. Notable attendees included John Slattery, Amy Campbell, Tiffany LAcey, Mickey Boardman, Lara Eurdolian and Natalie Negrotti. Image courtesy of The Royal Thai Consulate New York NaNAMWONGSA Hats off to Thailand, a country that has an incredible culture to share with New York City. On May 24, the Royal Thai Consulate-General and the Thai Theatre Foundation held an event at Lavan Chelsea which showcased Thai fashion, art, dance and music. A stunning runway show featuring the latest collection from Thai fashion designer Sirini showcased silk-made pieces. Notable attendees included Somjai Taphaopong, Consul General of Thailand in New York and Keng S. Meateanuwat, Thai Theatre Foundation. NEW YORK, NY - MAY 5: Ute van der Plaats and Barbara Tober attend Barbara Tober Hosts MAD About Jewelry Lunch on May 5, 2025. (Photo by Patrick McMullan via Getty Images) Patrick McMullan via Getty Images New York City's Museum of Arts and Design hosted their MAD About Jewelry 2025 show from May 3 to 7. This contemporary jewelry pop up show and sale, now in its 25th year, featured works from 50 designers from 20 countries, including Latvia, Scotland, Hungary and more. Highlights included works by Anna Bankuti, Katalin Jermakov, Pei Wu and Gillian Finlay. Deepak Chopra at Neue House Madison Square Alec Castillo The Gradient Group – BluePrint Series hosted an evening at NeueHouse Madison Square with world-renowned author and wellness pioneer Deepak Chopra on March 19. Chopra talked about the intersection between artificial intelligence and wellness. He also spke about how creatives can channel mindfulness to enhance their productivity while fostering innovation. Chopra recently released a new AI platform, Deepak Chopra AI, which features meditation practices and wellness support. The AI platform has an 'Ask Jeeves' feeling to it, with thoughtful responses to questions posed (yes, as expected, the quality of writing on the platform is far more thoughtful than your average Chat GPT or DeepSeek response). NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 09: Jean Shafiroff attends 69th Viennese Opera Ball on May 09, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage) WireImage The 69th Viennese Opera Ball was held on May 9 to benefit the music therapy program at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center with support from Gabrielle's Angel foundation for Cancer Research. The event-s co-chairs Jean Shafiroff and Denise Rich, alongside honorary gala chair Michael Ludwig, the mayor of Vienna, honored the bicentenary birth of Johann Strauss with music by the Viennese Opera Ball Orchestra conducted by David Scarr and Choreography by Sandra Stockmayer, Dancing School Svabek. The opera stars who performed included Daniel Berryman, J'Nai Bridges, Maritina Tampakopoulos and Johanna Will. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 01: A view of the sunglasses during the AriZona® x Thierry Lasry Pop-Up on May 01, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for AriZona®) Getty Images for AriZona® Arizona, known for their iced tea, took over a Soho storefront in New York from May 1 to 3, featuring fresh, retro-inspired mearch as part of their pop up on Lafayette Street, with stylish sunglasses designed by the legendary eyewear designer, Thierry Lasry.
Business of Fashion
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business of Fashion
Why Food Is Everywhere in Fashion Advertising
For its latest campaign, Saint Laurent shed its de rigueur dark, sleek backdrops, for a more unexpected setting: a backyard picnic. Titled 'An Ordinary Day,' rather than sumptuous leather couches draped in satin, models sit on folding chairs, licking their fingers, cutting fruitcakes and drinking tea. The accompanying video features a woman fixing a glass of orange juice, and another carrying a cheetah-print bag filled with fresh produce, while shots posted on Instagram focus on soft-boiled eggs, toast, butter and cakes — accented by broaches, purses and shoes. It's the latest evidence: Fashion has gone foodie. Food has long been an important part of the marketing mix for brands, particularly in recent years, as brands like Ralph Lauren, Prada and Coach engage fans with cafés and reward top shoppers with sumptuous dinners. But increasingly, it's being used in advertising imagery, too. The author has shared an Instagram Post. You will need to accept and consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies by our third-party partners (including: YouTube, Instagram or Twitter), in order to view embedded content in this article and others you may visit in future. In the midst of a luxury downturn, brands are betting that food can help drum up appetite for their products. Jacquemus and Loewe — who have used food including butter, toast, tomatoes and chocolate cake in marketing — were among the first, but lately have been joined by Prada, Burberry and Alaïa as well as sneaker labels Fila and Axel Arigato. Just last week, Tory Burch dropped a collection of blue and pink sandals with marshmallowy soles inspired by candy company BonBon. It's not just food, but food culture: Retailer Neiman Marcus' Spring 2025 campaign brought chef-fluencers Pierce Abernathy and Nara Smith, legendary restauranteur Michael Chow, heiress Ivy Getty and personality Kathy Hilton together around a white tablecloth dinner. 'Food is very sensory, it's evocative,' said Karen Fielding, chief strategy officer at creative firm General Idea. 'It delivers something that feels tangible and real in the context of everything feeling synthetic and overdone.' The trend comes as foodie culture reaches its new zenith in culture at large. People follow restaurants like celebrities; they aspire to get the right reservation (and shot for Instagram) like they would a luxury handbag. Plus, in the midst of a cost of living crisis — fresh fruit, vegetables and a whole flaky loaf of sourdough communicate luxury and aspiration. 'Food has become a status symbol,' said Michael Scanlon, chief creative officer of creative agency Chandelier. 'The shoe next to the jello mold signals the thing we're all craving, which is luxury and experience and taste and delicacy, good times coming together.' A Brandable Feast Food is 'the most universally understood language,' which makes for a strong marketing tool with diverse applications, said Miles Canares, founder of streetwear and fashion festival Family Style, which was acquired by Complex in 2024 and produced its first edition in New York this month. While food can help signal smell and texture for beauty brands like Rhode and Milk Makeup, for fashion, the effect is more subtle. For Axel Arigato creative director Jens Werner using food was a fresh way to connect with the brand's broad range of shoppers. After seeing more conversation about 'food experiences than ever,' he centred the brand's holiday season shoot around a dinner table filled with fruit, vegetables and bread. 'Food is the connector,' said Werner. 'You relate to the food, and then you see a sneaker and all of the sudden it looks interesting and more digestible.' The author has shared an Instagram Post. You will need to accept and consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies by our third-party partners (including: YouTube, Instagram or Twitter), in order to view embedded content in this article and others you may visit in future. While food channels familiarity, it's often used in fashion to fuel aspiration and signal abundance — which has been the case throughout art history, particularly during the Renaissance and Dutch golden age, pointed out YouTube creator Katie Robinson. And as rising grocery prices dominate headlines, putting a bunch of food — a juicy eggplant, tomato, leafy greens or jammy egg — in a photo today is inherently loaded. But beyond just signalling 'luxury,' food in fashion gets at the core of what consumers consider to be an excess today. 'The objects themselves don't mean much in themselves today. We all know they are not that scarce,' said Fielding. 'Status has shifted from the object to the story around the object.' At the same time, people want to signal taste, rather than just wealth, said Scanlon. Fashion's newfound obsession with literature — see Miu Miu's book club and Alaïa's cafe and bookstore, for example — is another example of this effect. 'Now luxury is about cultivating taste and cultivating experiences,' he said. 'Accumulating taste and knowledge is your cultural currency versus wealth and more traditional notions of hierarchy.' Have Shoppers Had Their Fill? Initially, the fact that food was unexpected in fashion advertising was part of the appeal, a way to stop a scroll and beat the algorithm. Now that the move is becoming more popular, however, standing out is harder. The author has shared an Instagram Post. You will need to accept and consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies by our third-party partners (including: YouTube, Instagram or Twitter), in order to view embedded content in this article and others you may visit in future. Brands should consider their aim in centering food in their marketing. It may be to convey a playful attitude — Jacquemus cheekily stuck a banana in a hole at a golf course in a shoot with 'The White Lotus' star Jon Gries, after a banana-shaped car drove through Los Angeles to promote its new store. Menswear label Aimé Leon Dore's espresso-laden Instagram imagery, cafe and collaboration with machine maker La Marzocco, meanwhile, communicates European refinement and masculinity, said Fielding. Saint Laurent's lean into mundane suburban routine creates a sense of irony. There's also something nostalgic about simple food, and put plainly, its colours and textures can be used as something akin to an art installation, said Werner. 'Food helps a brand build out the ideas they want to land,' said Fielding. Beyond visuals, brands are also investing in creating more food-and-beverage experiences that go beyond basic comforts, like handing out water bottles to shoppers. At events, brands one-up each other with exotic spreads and imaginative custom confections popularised by chefs including Laila Gohar and Imogen Kwok, who have produced Instagrammable spreads for brands including Hermès, Prada, Tiffany, Loewe and Mytheresa. For its showroom in Paris last season, New York-based label Khaite made custom Miller High Life bottles reading 'the cashmere of beers' rather than 'the champagne of beers,' which the brand will look to do more of this summer, said Scanlon, who worked on the project. Axel Arigato sent a branded lemonade truck through London in April, and plans to put cinnamon buns — as a nod to its Swedish heritage — in its stores on Fridays soon. At the same time, food companies are acting more like fashion brands. Hard-to-reserve restaurants and grocery stores like Erewhon use scarcity, drops and collaborations to ratchet up demand and perception. Canares first got the idea for his festival when he saw the same people in line at Supreme and LA hotspots like Howlin' Ray's, known for its chicken sandwich, and realised the two operated on similar principles. Marketing follows the market: Fashion advertising in the 1990s, before the mortgage crisis, often featured beautiful homes — which seemed within reach for the public at large, said Scanlon. Nightlife was also in full swing, and party-adjacent scenes were a common trope for brands like Tom Ford and Gucci. How long cakes, tomatoes and butter will be stuck next to shoes and bags depends on human behaviour and wider socioeconomic forces. 'It's always a reflection of where culture is,' said Scanlon. 'This generation is not going out, it's not obsessed with owning a home. What are the things we aspire to? Getting a table at that place that has just opened.'
Forbes
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
David Beckham Evolves His Style For Beckham X Boss 2025 Design Debut
David Beckham's iconic aesthetic has been refined into BECKHAM x BOSS, his first-ever co-designed menswear collection for the brand. David Beckham has been a risk-taker with his fashion and wardrobe since his beginning moments. In the late '90s and early 2000s, Beckham's style off-the-field was as unpredictable as his air-bending free kicks on the field. He sported bleached hair, buzzcuts, sarongs, durags, and mohawks, constantly featured in headlines and front pages. (Original Caption) Pop Star Victoria Beckham making her solo debut at the Prince's Trust Capital FM Party in Hyde Park (Pop Concert). With her is husband David Beckham, footballer. (Photo by © Pool Photograph/Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images) Bold and often polarizing, his fashion choices were some of the most influential sartorial moments for fashion. "I've been lucky to influence fashion without trying," Beckham admits. "I change my style for me, not others." NEW YORK - MAY 27: England football captain David Beckham arrives at his Downtown hotel May 27, 2002 in New York City. (Photo by) That distinct Beckham aesthetic can now be found on the racks at BOSS stores globally. Spring/Summer 2025 BOSS introduces BECKHAM x BOSS, the first-ever BOSS collection co-designed with David Beckham. Beckham's style is cemented with his attention to detail seeping through the seams, with a timeless approach to his debut BOSS menswear collection. BECKHAM x BOSS is following up with the release the Fall/Winter 2025 collection later this year as well. In the past 30 years, Beckham has gone from Manchester United's star child with a palette for sarong skirting and cornrows back in 2003, to a global style icon embracing refined, timeless tailoring. At 50 years old, his collaboration with BOSS reflects a matured aesthetic blending classic sophistication with a rebellious spirit. English footballer David Beckham signs copies of his DVD 'Really Bend it Like Beckham' in London, 1st December 2004. (Photo by) "Our first BECKHAM x BOSS collection marks a significant milestone in our long-term strategic partnership and represents a unique moment in the history of our core brand. We have been very much looking forward to this launch and are more than excited to see how these pieces are received by our end consumers. This collection is based on our strategic priority, that product is key, and our goal [is] to seamlessly dress our customers for every occasion with our brands," says Daniel Grieder, CEO of HUGO BOSS. Casual denim and staple outerwear, a leather holdall, Chelsea boots, and a baker boy cap shape up to a thoughtfully refined collaboration. 'The big inspiration was winter, the countryside, the colors, and materials I really love,' describes Beckham. 'We've included a few different things... The camel coat, the double-breasted cashmere jacket [one of my favorites] and [Chelsea] boots. We brought back a popular pair from last season, along with the sneakers people loved. David Beckham's iconic aesthetic has been refined into BECKHAM x BOSS where his attention to detail and timeless approach shine through in tailored yet modern pieces. Beckham continues, 'One thing I was excited about was the corduroy suit. People who wear corduroy always look effortlessly cool. It works for breakfast meetings or evening events. The double-breasted cashmere jacket is another favorite; you can layer it. The knits, boots with cargo pants… Honestly, it's hard to pick. I'm just happy people love so many pieces.' This BOSS collaborative collection emphasizes Beckham's taste for earthy tones like camel, chocolate brown, navy, and premium fabrics like cashmere and wool. The double-breasted jacket and corduroy suit allude to traditional menswear while maintaining modern ease with denim trousers and bomber jackets in suede. "My taste has become more classic over 20–30 years, but I still push boundaries," he explains. "It's classic, with a twist." David Beckham's iconic aesthetic has been refined into BECKHAM x BOSS, following the Spring/Summer 2025 debut, the Fall/Winter 2025 collection will continue merging Beckham's rebellious spirit with sophisticated craftsmanship. Beckham's children, and their youth, present an abundance of inspiration reincarnated. His son Cruz's style is fresh enough to take queues from in designing some of the items of the BECKHAM x BOSS collection. "The oversized trousers were inspired by Cruz. He loves pairing them with smart jackets," he shares. "I let my kids inspire boldness while keeping it timeless." David Beckham's iconic aesthetic has been refined into BECKHAM x BOSS, his first-ever co-designed menswear collection for the brand, merging Beckham's rebellious spirit with sophisticated craftsmanship, proving his evolution from trendsetter to design collaborator. This intergenerational influence keeps his designs at the cusp of trend embracing modernity. The collection avoids rigid standards by mixing tailored silhouettes with combat trousers and chunky sneakers. "I want pieces to last beyond one season," he says. "If I find perfect trousers or sneakers, I'll wear them forever." David Beckham's and BECKHAM x BOSS, is where his attention to detail and timeless approach shine through in tailored yet modern pieces, with the Spring/Summer 2025 debut, and the Fall/Winter 2025 collection to follow, will continue merging Beckham's rebellious spirit with sophisticated craftsmanship. "The next 50 years will be about fun, great collaborations, and innovation," he concludes. His past transformations have evolved gracefully over time, where even Beckham can look back and find inspiration while creating a sartorial appropriate path that is unmistakably David Beckham.
Forbes
22-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
College Enrollment Increases Again, Now Approaches Pre-Pandemic Level
Total college enrollment increased again this spring to an estimated 18.4 million students. The nation's colleges and universities received good news on the enrollment front today. Total college enrollment grew by 3.2% this spring compared to spring 2024 and now stands at about 18.4 million students nationally, just .9% less than the pre-pandemic level of spring, 2020. This year's gain is equivalent to about 562,000 students. The latest numbers are contained in the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center's Current Term Enrollment Estimates Spring 2025 report. Undergraduate enrollment grew 3.5%, reaching 15.3 million, which is about 2.4% (378,000 students) fewer than the pre-pandemic level. Enrollment in graduate programs increased 1.5% (46,000 more students) compared to last year. Graduate enrollment now totals slightly more than 3.1 million, 7.2% higher than in 2020. That cumulative gain represents 209,000 more graduate students than the pre-pandemic number. While undergraduate enrollment increased across all higher education sectors, community colleges experienced the largest growth at 5.4%, or 288,000 more students, compared to last spring. Undergraduate enrollment increased 3.3% at private for-profit schools, 2.7% at public, four-year institutions, and 1.9% at nonprofit, private colleges. Historically Black Colleges and Universities enjoyed very positive numbers, with undergraduate enrollment increasing by 4.6%. Undergraduate certificate program enrollment increased by 4.8%, propelling it to a 20% higher level than in 2020. But other types of degrees increased as well, with enrollments in associate degree programs growing by 6.3% and bachelor's programs up 2.1%. Institutions focused on vocational/trade programs saw particularly strong gains. High vocational public two-year schools grew enrollment by 11.7%, or 91,000 students. Enrollment at these trade-focused institutions has increased almost 20% since the spring of 2020 and now comprises 19.4% of public two-year enrollment. 'This is great news for community colleges, and especially for those with strong vocational programs,' said Doug Shapiro, Executive Director of the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, in a news release. 'Four-year colleges can also feel good about higher numbers of undergraduates this spring, but their growth rates are slower.' The number of students enrolled in Master's programs grew by 1.1% over last spring, while doctoral enrollment was up 1.2%, and enrollments in first-professional programs increased 3.2%. Male and female students showed similar increases in undergraduate enrollment of 3.2% and 3.3% respectively. All four of the largest racial/ethnic groups saw enrollments grow at the undergraduate level, led by a 10.3 % increase among Black students, followed by gains of 6.7% for Asians, 5.3% for Hispanics, and 1.8% for white students. The increase for white undergraduates was noteworthy because it marked the first time since the pandemic that their spring enrollment has grown. Enrollment of international undergraduates, on the other hand, was down by almost 12% over last year. At the graduate level, Black students again had the largest percentage gain at 8.7%, followed by Hispanics (7.1%), Asians (6.2%) and white students (1.1%). International graduate students declined in number, but only by .4%. Another encouraging sign was that the number of undergraduates in their twenties increased this spring (+3.2% for students 21-24 and +5.9% for students 25-29), beginning a recovery in enrollments after consistent decreases among this age group since the pandemic. More than half of the total undergraduate gains occurred in two traditionally large fields of study — business majors and health professions, which saw enrollment increases of 4.8% and 6.3%, respectively. Biological sciences (4.1%), engineering (6.4%), and public administration (7.2%) all posted healthy increases, while the category of liberal arts, general studies, and humanities suffered a 3% decline. Shaprio said that one of the bigger surprises in the latest data is that the number of computer science majors appears to have peaked after several semesters of significant growth. The enrollment gains come at a crucial time for the nation's colleges and universities as they try to manage the difficult combination of funding cuts, a tumultuous federal policy environment and the upcoming demographic cliff, which will see the number of high school graduates decline steadily over the next decade. Institutions will try to lock in these solid enrollment gains through renewed efforts to improve student retention, at the same time they pull out all the stops to recruit new students for the upcoming fall semester. The NSCRC is the research arm of the National Student Clearinghouse. It collaborates with higher education institutions, states, school districts, high schools, and educational organizations to gather accurate longitudinal data that can be used to guide educational policy decisions. NSCRC analyzes data from 3,600 postsecondary institutions, which represented 97% of the nation's postsecondary enrollment in Title IV degree-granting institutions in the U.S., as of 2020.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Time of India
Spring travelers seek novelty and exploration: Criteo study
HighlightsThe "Spring 2025 Travel Pulse" report by Criteo reveals a growing preference for adventurous and flexible travel options among spring travelers, moving away from routine trips. Economic factors are influencing travel decisions, with many travelers seeking budget-friendly accommodations and comparing multiple travel providers to secure the best deals. Regional variations in financial outlook show that optimism is highest in the United States and the United Kingdom, while Japan exhibits lower consumer confidence, suggesting a need for tailored offerings in different markets. A new global study, the " Spring 2025 Travel Pulse " by Criteo , reveals significant shifts in traveler behavior as the season unfolds. The report, drawing on data from numerous online travel agencies , airlines, and hotels, alongside insights from over 14,000 consumers, highlights a growing preference for adventurous and flexible travel options amidst economic considerations. One of the key findings indicates a move away from routine trips, with spring travelers increasingly opting for diverse experiences ranging from long-haul flights to camping excursions. This "adventure over routine" trend suggests a desire for novelty and exploration among those planning holidays in the first half of 2025. The report emphasizes that travel marketers who can mirror this enthusiasm with adaptable and innovative campaigns are poised for success. The study also sheds light on how economic factors are influencing travel decisions. While overall travel demand remains strong, a notable portion of travelers are actively seeking ways to optimize their spending. Strategies employed include considering less expensive destinations, choosing budget-friendly accommodations, and opting for shorter trip durations. Furthermore, a significant number of travelers reported comparing multiple travel providers (three or more) to secure the best deals. Interestingly, the report notes regional variations in financial outlook. Globally, 30% of travelers anticipate an improvement in their financial situation over the next year, while 39% expect no change. Optimism appears to be highest in the US and the UK, contrasting with lower confidence levels in Japan. This divergence suggests that travel providers should tailor their offerings and messaging to reflect the economic sentiment in different markets, perhaps emphasizing flexible options for more cautious travelers and premium upgrades where consumer confidence is higher. In conclusion, the "Spring 2025 Travel Pulse" paints a picture of a dynamic travel landscape where the desire for unique experiences intersects with a pragmatic approach to budgeting. Travel industry players who understand and respond to these evolving preferences are likely to capture the attention and business of today's spring travelers.
