Rogers's buoyant, vivid patterns are a nod to his Louisiana roots. Christopher John Rogers/Supplied Rogers is franker in his assessment of luxury. “It’s boring,” says the award-winning designer.

When it comes to everyday products, most people are trying to pay as little as possible for them. After all, many of these ...

Gotham/GC Images, MEGA/GC Images Logo-heavy items are huge indicators of loud luxury — even on designer brands' tiniest products. Just look at Taylor Swift's Louis Vuitton camera box.

Luxury, within the context of design, is being redefined. Bling is passé. High-function trumps high-price, and subtle design details are favored over ostentatious add-ons.