Fashion Week
Luxury concierges offer their clients the full VIP treatment

By Léo Durin

Published on 18.06.2026 at 05:00 GMT Reading time 2 min

Selling under-the-counter invites to fashion shows has long been their stock in trade, but concierges are now also offering exclusive services normally reserved for the stars.

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Luxury concierges offer their clients the full VIP treatment