Micah Grossman
@micahgrossman.bsky.social
• Brand Builder at the Intersection of Home, Fashion & Luxury | C-Level Leader | Scaling Startups & Consumer Experience
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I'll say that 2025 wasn’t a year you brag about ... more a year you survived and learned from.
Old playbooks shifted, and uncertainty became normal.
For me, leadership isn’t about having all the answers, but knowing how to get them. Also, having a strong support system doesn't hurt!
Old playbooks shifted, and uncertainty became normal.
For me, leadership isn’t about having all the answers, but knowing how to get them. Also, having a strong support system doesn't hurt!
December 30, 2025 at 3:26 PM
I'll say that 2025 wasn’t a year you brag about ... more a year you survived and learned from.
Old playbooks shifted, and uncertainty became normal.
For me, leadership isn’t about having all the answers, but knowing how to get them. Also, having a strong support system doesn't hurt!
Old playbooks shifted, and uncertainty became normal.
For me, leadership isn’t about having all the answers, but knowing how to get them. Also, having a strong support system doesn't hurt!
Happy holidays. Taking a few days in Mexico with my family to unplug, soak up some sunshine, and reset before the new year. Wishing everyone a little rest, warmth, and good energy as we wrap up the year.
December 24, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Happy holidays. Taking a few days in Mexico with my family to unplug, soak up some sunshine, and reset before the new year. Wishing everyone a little rest, warmth, and good energy as we wrap up the year.
Luxury is evolving, facing scrutiny as the middle market shrinks. Price increases without emotional connections are easily exposed. They need genuine messages and meaningful experiences. With seamless AI transactions, human presence is invaluable. Brands that inspire change will thrive.
Luxury Unfiltered: The luxury market will lose the middle ground in 2026
Luxury Unfiltered is a weekly column by Daniel Langer, an expert in luxury branding, hospitality and activations who was named a “Global Top 5 Luxury Key Opinion Leader” by Netbase Quid.
www.luxurydaily.com
December 22, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Luxury is evolving, facing scrutiny as the middle market shrinks. Price increases without emotional connections are easily exposed. They need genuine messages and meaningful experiences. With seamless AI transactions, human presence is invaluable. Brands that inspire change will thrive.
Luxury in 2025 blended heritage and innovation, with new creative directors and nostalgia-driven designs engaging collectors and shoppers alike. Storytelling and brand connection became central ... what's next for 2026?
https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/luxury/luxury-report-2025
https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/luxury/luxury-report-2025
December 17, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Luxury in 2025 blended heritage and innovation, with new creative directors and nostalgia-driven designs engaging collectors and shoppers alike. Storytelling and brand connection became central ... what's next for 2026?
https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/luxury/luxury-report-2025
https://www.whowhatwear.com/fashion/luxury/luxury-report-2025
LUXperience(s) reveals an industry navigating data overload, AI acceleration, and the expectations of a hyper-connected Gen Z. Innovation and heritage can always work hand-in-hand, because every classic thing we love was once shiny and new. You can preserve identity while evolving the experience.
Customer experience, education, and new technologies... LUXperience(s) painted a picture of luxury today and tomorrow - Luxus Plus
On November 18, Luxus Plus hosted its LUXperience(s) morning event. It was a rich program of talks and insights on the luxury customer experience. Here is a summary.
luxus-plus.com
December 8, 2025 at 3:26 PM
LUXperience(s) reveals an industry navigating data overload, AI acceleration, and the expectations of a hyper-connected Gen Z. Innovation and heritage can always work hand-in-hand, because every classic thing we love was once shiny and new. You can preserve identity while evolving the experience.
It’s December already! 2025 flew by with lessons and challenges. Before we dive into 2026, here’s advice I live by: when times get tough, don’t chase chaos, but perfect the craft. In luxury, we don’t panic-pivot, we refine. Control what you shape, and let quality do the heavy lifting.
December 3, 2025 at 3:46 PM
It’s December already! 2025 flew by with lessons and challenges. Before we dive into 2026, here’s advice I live by: when times get tough, don’t chase chaos, but perfect the craft. In luxury, we don’t panic-pivot, we refine. Control what you shape, and let quality do the heavy lifting.
Reflecting on Thanksgiving, I’m reminded why it’s so meaningful. We go around the table, and even our young children share what they’re thankful for. In recent years, we’ve joined our family with close friends, making the day even more special. Grateful for togetherness!
November 27, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Reflecting on Thanksgiving, I’m reminded why it’s so meaningful. We go around the table, and even our young children share what they’re thankful for. In recent years, we’ve joined our family with close friends, making the day even more special. Grateful for togetherness!
Fashion 2026 stops waiting for stability and treats change as the trend. Tariffs reshape supply, consumers chase value and well-being, and AI becomes a co-designer. Jewelry rises, resale expands, and luxury must earn its price. The winners will predict the future, and also prototype it.
The State of Fashion 2026: When the rules change | McKinsey
McKinsey's annual State of Fashion reports dives deep into the latest trends and challenges facing the global fashion industry in 2026 and beyond.
www.mckinsey.com
November 24, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Fashion 2026 stops waiting for stability and treats change as the trend. Tariffs reshape supply, consumers chase value and well-being, and AI becomes a co-designer. Jewelry rises, resale expands, and luxury must earn its price. The winners will predict the future, and also prototype it.
#YvesSaintLaurent strutted past Coach, Prada, and Bottega to become 2025’s hottest brand. In a world of tariffs and fashion fatigue, shoppers crave confidence over chaos. YSL’s secret? A clear vision, killer loafers, and proof that in style (and business), consistency is the new cool.
Yves Saint Laurent was the hottest luxury brand this year, beating Coach, Prada, and Bottega Veneta: It's a clear 'signal of the shifting landscape' | Fortune
Lyst’s Q3 2025 Index analyzes shopper behavior from “more than 160 million annual users across thousands of brands and stores.”
fortune.com
November 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
#YvesSaintLaurent strutted past Coach, Prada, and Bottega to become 2025’s hottest brand. In a world of tariffs and fashion fatigue, shoppers crave confidence over chaos. YSL’s secret? A clear vision, killer loafers, and proof that in style (and business), consistency is the new cool.
2025 had its peaks, like watching clients navigate chaos and come out stronger. But I hit a few valleys too, learning I can’t spreadsheet my way out of uncertainty. Turns out, #vulnerability is a commodity. When I led with honesty, growth followed. Control is an illusion, but connection isn’t.
November 18, 2025 at 3:26 PM
2025 had its peaks, like watching clients navigate chaos and come out stronger. But I hit a few valleys too, learning I can’t spreadsheet my way out of uncertainty. Turns out, #vulnerability is a commodity. When I led with honesty, growth followed. Control is an illusion, but connection isn’t.
From LVMH absorbing Tiffany to Homecourt raising millions for elevated home essentials, the #luxry industry is reshaping itself through M&A and funding. These acquisitions imply that resilience, agility, and future-proofing in a margin-pressured business market are how you maintain growth.
A Running Timeline of Fashion Funding M&A Deals
Here is a running timeline of the most notable fashion, retail, activewear, and luxury-focused M&A and investments.
www.thefashionlaw.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:17 PM
From LVMH absorbing Tiffany to Homecourt raising millions for elevated home essentials, the #luxry industry is reshaping itself through M&A and funding. These acquisitions imply that resilience, agility, and future-proofing in a margin-pressured business market are how you maintain growth.
As we move through Q4, I’m reflecting on gratitude in #luxury, where every relationship and experience carries weight. Taking a moment to thank clients before the holidays reminds me that even the toughest days hold lessons, deepen connections, and create opportunities to deliver excellence.
November 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
As we move through Q4, I’m reflecting on gratitude in #luxury, where every relationship and experience carries weight. Taking a moment to thank clients before the holidays reminds me that even the toughest days hold lessons, deepen connections, and create opportunities to deliver excellence.
#Luxury’s toughest competition is yesterday’s handbag. The booming resale market is turning closets into showrooms, where vintage Hermès & Chanel outshine the latest runway drops. As circular fashion grows because of younger generations' interest in sustainability and vintage, scarcity gains style.
November 3, 2025 at 3:27 PM
#Luxury’s toughest competition is yesterday’s handbag. The booming resale market is turning closets into showrooms, where vintage Hermès & Chanel outshine the latest runway drops. As circular fashion grows because of younger generations' interest in sustainability and vintage, scarcity gains style.
The rise of “rent-a-CEO” roles aligns with my business model -- fractional executives give brands senior expertise without full-time commitment. I’m opening my schedule for one or two new clients and would love to connect with anyone interested in exploring how we could work together.
Rent-a-CEO: Why More Fashion Brands Are Hiring Part-Time Executives
From beauty labels like BLK/OPL to retailers such as Lulus, more companies are tapping seasoned fractional talent who bring expertise and low commitment in a volatile economic climate.
www.businessoffashion.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:47 PM
The rise of “rent-a-CEO” roles aligns with my business model -- fractional executives give brands senior expertise without full-time commitment. I’m opening my schedule for one or two new clients and would love to connect with anyone interested in exploring how we could work together.
Today is #NationalMentoringDay. Grateful to Robert Aldrich, Chris Manley, my father Barry Grossman, and grandfather Joe Steinberg, mentors who shaped my leadership. Mentoring is giving people room to win. Thank your mentors, make space for others, and celebrate those who helped you grow.
October 27, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Today is #NationalMentoringDay. Grateful to Robert Aldrich, Chris Manley, my father Barry Grossman, and grandfather Joe Steinberg, mentors who shaped my leadership. Mentoring is giving people room to win. Thank your mentors, make space for others, and celebrate those who helped you grow.
#Luxury is turning up the volume. A new wave of creative directors is trading minimalism for bold maximalism, sparking optimism across fashion. Challenges remain (China’s slowdown, strong euro) but creativity is back in style, and the industry’s ready to shine again.
Can a Creative Burst Boost Luxury? | Morgan Stanley
A new wave of creative directors is revitalizing the luxury fashion industry and generating optimism among insiders and investors, though economic challenges and currency fluctuations may temper growth.
www.morganstanley.com
October 20, 2025 at 2:47 PM
#Luxury is turning up the volume. A new wave of creative directors is trading minimalism for bold maximalism, sparking optimism across fashion. Challenges remain (China’s slowdown, strong euro) but creativity is back in style, and the industry’s ready to shine again.
Luxury isn’t dead! It’s just taking a nap in cashmere sheets. Demand in the U.S. and China keeps top brands like LVMH and Richemont poised for a rebound. For savvy investors, the slowdown is a rare chance to buy quality at a discount. In luxury, the shine always returns, and often brighter.
Decoding Luxury Cycles: Is the Downturn a Buying Opportunity?
In the wake of a luxury market slowdown, opportunities may arise. Read our latest report about luxury cycles and how a downturn may offer advantages.
www.morningstar.com
October 14, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Luxury isn’t dead! It’s just taking a nap in cashmere sheets. Demand in the U.S. and China keeps top brands like LVMH and Richemont poised for a rebound. For savvy investors, the slowdown is a rare chance to buy quality at a discount. In luxury, the shine always returns, and often brighter.
Dyslexia taught me clarity.
What once felt like a limitation became a filter for what matters most.
The discipline of clarity has become one of my greatest strengths.
What challenge has shaped your strength?
What once felt like a limitation became a filter for what matters most.
The discipline of clarity has become one of my greatest strengths.
What challenge has shaped your strength?
October 8, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Dyslexia taught me clarity.
What once felt like a limitation became a filter for what matters most.
The discipline of clarity has become one of my greatest strengths.
What challenge has shaped your strength?
What once felt like a limitation became a filter for what matters most.
The discipline of clarity has become one of my greatest strengths.
What challenge has shaped your strength?
You don’t need to step into the arena like a gladiator to succeed as an entrepreneur. Success can come from sustainable strategies and smart decision-making, without endless hustle or burnout. Know when to push, when to pause, and how to create growth that lasts, with or without a cool sword.
September 24, 2025 at 1:33 PM
You don’t need to step into the arena like a gladiator to succeed as an entrepreneur. Success can come from sustainable strategies and smart decision-making, without endless hustle or burnout. Know when to push, when to pause, and how to create growth that lasts, with or without a cool sword.
With resale prices climbing up to 20% since 2021, a tote or watch may be a smarter hedge than crypto. Fashion insiders say “don’t buy just for investment,” but when a Birkin resells for $350K, it’s clear the right accessory can double as a portfolio piece.
These 5 luxury goods are smart investments, resale data shows
These items have "consistent resale-value growth," finds a new report from The Real Real.
www.businessinsider.com
September 22, 2025 at 2:46 PM
With resale prices climbing up to 20% since 2021, a tote or watch may be a smarter hedge than crypto. Fashion insiders say “don’t buy just for investment,” but when a Birkin resells for $350K, it’s clear the right accessory can double as a portfolio piece.
#GenZ doesn’t do waiting lists, seasonal calendars, or outdated notions of prestige. Scarcity is out, surprise and speed are in. Brands that fail to engage emotionally, creatively, and inclusively risk becoming the next cautionary tale. Adapt, or watch the TikTok generation rewrite the rules.
September 17, 2025 at 1:30 PM
#GenZ doesn’t do waiting lists, seasonal calendars, or outdated notions of prestige. Scarcity is out, surprise and speed are in. Brands that fail to engage emotionally, creatively, and inclusively risk becoming the next cautionary tale. Adapt, or watch the TikTok generation rewrite the rules.
Can the Armani Foundation preserve the brand’s independence in a conglomerate-driven market? Execution is shifting from one visionary to a team. Success means protecting equity, managing growth, and resisting short-term gains, proving disciplined independence can compete. Rest in peace, Giorgio.
Luxury Market Forces Line Up Against Giorgio Armani’s Succession Plan
Upon his passing, Giorgio Armani established a foundation to lead the company forward to preserve his legacy and ensure its on-going operations.
www.forbes.com
September 15, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Can the Armani Foundation preserve the brand’s independence in a conglomerate-driven market? Execution is shifting from one visionary to a team. Success means protecting equity, managing growth, and resisting short-term gains, proving disciplined independence can compete. Rest in peace, Giorgio.
When I started my #business, I thought I had to do everything alone. I quickly learned asking for help isn’t weakness. It’s smart. #Mentors, peers, even friends brainstorming over coffee became my secret weapons. No one builds a business in isolation; #collaboration makes it stronger.
September 10, 2025 at 1:48 PM
When I started my #business, I thought I had to do everything alone. I quickly learned asking for help isn’t weakness. It’s smart. #Mentors, peers, even friends brainstorming over coffee became my secret weapons. No one builds a business in isolation; #collaboration makes it stronger.
#CaitlinClark’s new #Nike “double C” logo isn’t just a brand mark... it’s a Chanel-coded power move. #Luxury isn’t just for handbags anymore; it’s courtside. These monograms signal exclusivity and heritage, showing how sports branding is leveling up with style and strategy.
Why Sports Logos Are Taking Cues From Luxury Brands
Caitlin Clark's Chanel-coded signature Nike logo is the latest example of how sports organisations are learning from luxury fashion when it comes to visual branding.
sportsverse.substack.com
September 8, 2025 at 2:25 PM
#CaitlinClark’s new #Nike “double C” logo isn’t just a brand mark... it’s a Chanel-coded power move. #Luxury isn’t just for handbags anymore; it’s courtside. These monograms signal exclusivity and heritage, showing how sports branding is leveling up with style and strategy.
Happy #LaborDay! 🎉 Here’s to the workers, dreamers & coffee that keeps it all running ☕. Whether you’re clocked in, clocked out, or just confused what day it is... may you rest, recharge & maybe do that radical thing called nothing. You’ve earned it.
September 1, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Happy #LaborDay! 🎉 Here’s to the workers, dreamers & coffee that keeps it all running ☕. Whether you’re clocked in, clocked out, or just confused what day it is... may you rest, recharge & maybe do that radical thing called nothing. You’ve earned it.