FAQ – About Gloss New York
What is Gloss New York?
Gloss New York is a selective and confidential editorial magazine dedicated to sustainable luxury in the metropolis.
It highlights hotels, Maisons, creators, and artisans who are shaping a new vision of contemporary luxury — one that combines excellence, innovation, and environmental responsibility.
How do you select the hotels, Maisons, and creators featured in Gloss New York?
Selection is based on strict and transparent criteria:
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Authenticity and consistency of their universe,
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A measurable environmental strategy,
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Integration of responsible innovation (traceability, circular materials, carbon reduction),
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Preservation and valorization of craftsmanship and métiers d’art.
Only those whose commitments exceed our standards are chosen to join Gloss New York.
Does Gloss New York focus only on final products?
No. Gloss New York goes beyond the storefront.
We reveal the invisible work behind the scenes — the artisans, workshops, and innovations that transform luxury into a collective work of art and conscience.
From a Dior fragrance to a handbag or a couture gown, we highlight the patience, skill, and sustainable choices that make true luxury meaningful.
Is Gloss New York independent or connected to other Gloss editions?
Gloss New York operates autonomously in its editorial approach, but it is connected to a federated international network.
Each local edition — from St Barth to Paris or Geneva — retains its own identity while contributing to a unified vision of sustainable luxury worldwide.
Why is New York central to sustainable luxury?
Because New York is a global showcase:
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It gathers the world’s most prestigious hotels,
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It hosts the most influential international Maisons,
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It embodies a pioneering dynamic with its green buildings, sustainable gastronomy, and responsible urban design.
In New York, modernity and ecological awareness converge to set the pace for the future of luxury.
Does Gloss New York engage in traditional advertising?
No. Gloss New York rejects traditional advertising.
We favor a confidential, editorial, and selective approach, protecting the image of the Maisons and hotels featured.
Every presence is an editorial choice — conceived as a strategic and prestigious positioning, not as publicity.
Does Gloss New York have international reach?
Yes. While rooted in Manhattan, Gloss New York is part of the exclusive Gloss network, which connects the world’s emblematic capitals of luxury and sustainable living.
This architecture ensures both local authenticity and global strategic visibility.
What commitments are highlighted by Gloss New York?
We focus on initiatives that genuinely transform luxury, such as:
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Carbon footprint reduction,
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Circular and traceable materials,
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Preservation of urban biodiversity,
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Responsible and sustainable gastronomy,
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Social and cultural responsibility within Maisons and hotels,
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Protection and transmission of craftsmanship and heritage métiers.



