Never before have had so many millionaires and billionaires lived outside of the US. Hong Kong now boasts more Gucci and Hermes stores than Paris, London or New York, catering to the rich and famous around the world, but particularly the East. But it’s not just the wealthy that are lining up to accessorize with the best the world can offer – secretaries, personal assistants and even mums are finding ways of outfitting themselves with designer items. For instance, in Tokyo, over 90% of women in their twenties own a Louis Vuitton handbag