Luxury

“We find beauty not in the thing itself but in the shadow patterns, in the light and darkness that one thing against another creates.” This is a quote from Japanese writer Junichiro Tanizaki that artist Nicolas Lefeuvre’s latest exhibition “I Think I See It” is inspired from.  The exhibition, happening between 5 to 28 November,

On the heels of the success of the Bell & Ross BR-05 range, the firm follows up by levelling up with the 41mm BR-X5. While the BR-05 marked Bell & Ross’ first move away from the world of professional tool watches, the BR-X5 reveals entirely new ambitions. Indeed you can tell everything important about the

Image: Belleview Real Estate A custom-built residential villa was sold for AED 280 million (US$76.2 million) in April, setting a real-estate record as the most expensive property in the “City of Gold”. The property was managed by listing agent Conor McKay of Belleview Real Estate. Sold by the award-winning luxury real estate broker, the sale

As the 2022 edition of the Singapore Grand Prix broke its attendance records, its exclusive Amber Lounge afterparty similarly bettered its own, attracting 800 guests per night, up from 600 in previous years. Held at The Clifford Pier for the first time, the Amber Lounge was sold out on both the Saturday and Sunday night, leaving

Princess Yachts South East Asia, represented by regional dealer Boat Lagoon Yachting, co-hosted the spectacular Voyage of Discoveries party at the newly refurbished outdoor pool at JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur, billed as The Happening Hotel. The evening featured a fashion showcase of the fall/winter 2022 collection by Paul&Shark and included speeches by including Vrit Yongsakul, Group Managing

The preliminary encounter with literature for most people comes from reading and writing in school at an early age. We start empathising with the group of characters in folklore. Later, as learning evolves, we sense messages and themes that open a different way of thinking. The 17th century is poignant in that respect. It has

Monica Vinader jewellery is said to be ‘touched by a thousand thumbs’ before it makes its way to its future wearer, with skilled gem cutters in Jaipur, master craftsmen in Thailand and Monica Vinader’s own design team in Norfolk injecting their unique artistry into each individual piece. The fine jewellery pieces are also worn the

Image: Continuum The world renowned Continuum oceanfront residences in Miami Beach has unveiled a new environmental transformation and the first in its 22-year history. The original pioneer in contemporary luxury living has transformed its grounds into a model of architectural excellence with an underlying advancement in structural engineering innovation. The Continuum on South Beach Master

From the left: Michael McKay, President of AAA and Fiona McKay, CEO of AAA. Created in 2018 with the intention of recognising talent within the Asia Pacific region, the Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA) has since become a force to be reckoned with. Helmed by CEO and President Fiona and Michael McKay respectively, the awards

Have you ever stopped a job prematurely because your hand got tired? Was your muscle pain too great to continue working? We’ve all fumbled with our fair share of uncomfortable utility knives in our lives. There’s nothing worse than attempting to wield a utility knife that’s awkward to hold.  But aren’t all utility knives challenging

With all of the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to forget about taking care of yourself. Luckily for you, Budapest has no shortage of places where you can go to relax and unwind. Best of all, because Hungary is part of the European Union, there are no pesky visas or long flights

Are you an adrenaline junkie? Do you love the rush of excitement that comes with feeling your heart race and your palms sweat? If so, then you’ll love these six modern sports. These activities will get your blood pumping from BMX racing to rock climbing like never before. So what are you waiting for? Get

Happening soon in December 2022 is Singapore’s biggest and most vibrant whisky showcase: Whisky Journey 2022. After the initial successes of 2020-2021, where participants got the chance to embark on an island-wide bar and restaurant trail that spanned over 10 days, this year’s Whisky Journey will take place at Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention

The 56 Fly was among Absolute’s two world premieres at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival. Among Absolute’s two world premieres at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival, the 56 Fly is a new offering from a company that lives halfway between Lake Garda and Genoa, and a long way from any navigable water. Never mind. Absolute

Tom Price with one of his most recent works, Synthesis L4 (2021, mural and light sculpture) Tom Price has been centring his creative practice around materials since his studies at the prestigious Royal College of Art, which was under the direction of Ron Arad at the time. He works with all kinds of materials, from the

Image: CHING GREENPLASTICSOLDIERS A chronograph is a watch that tracks and records elapsed time, and it can do so mechanically or digitally, or via some sort of hybrid of the two. A relatively young complication, it depends heavily on mechanisms that are optimised for precision so it could not really get off the starting block

Sunreef’s decision to stage its 20th Anniversary Celebration at the Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) during this year’s Monaco Yacht Show seemed fitting. After all, last year, YCM had hosted a signing ceremony between Sunreef’s President Francis Lapp and Fernando Alonso as the latter commissioned a new 60 Sunreef Eco, before Rafa Nadal and Nico

Held during the buzzing F1 weekend of 1 October 2022, REVVV art social event took place at ArtSpace@Helutrans, a dedicated space for collectors to showcase their art collections and other artistic endeavours. Organised by All About Art, the event was a get-together of artistic partners, collectors and friends of the gallery. At the exhibition, there

Most stories about Swiss watchmaking begin from up high. No surprises there given the importance of the Swiss Jura as one of the hotbeds of this activity, historically and right now. Le Locle, for example, is 945m above sea level, and there is really no Swiss manufacture based at anything like sea level, thanks to

Europe is a popular tourist destination for many reasons. There’s something for everyone, be it a cheap backpacker experience interrailing around the central countries, ski resorts, or luxury remote villages. For those where money isn’t much of an issue, there are some of the most charming and historically significant cities in the world. Here are

The 42m Ocean 460 has an almost vertical bow. Sunseeker International has revealed details of the Ocean 460, whose name references its volume in gross tonnage, a designation also used on the smaller Ocean 182 and Ocean 156 models. The Ocean 460 has an overall length of 42m and boasts expansive exterior space and remarkable interior

Romain Langlois and his work “Serendipity”. “Plastiglomerate” is the name for an unnatural stone that appeared in the south of the island of Hawaii, made up of volcanic rock, sand, shell debris and plastic. Some scientists have identified this rock as a marker of the Anthropocene, a new geological epoch characterised by the irreversible impact

Famed for its efforts in marine conservation, Blancpain reveals the winners of the 2022 Ocean Photographer of the Year (OPY), including the Female Fifty Fathoms prize. The winning photographs are on show from now until 27 October along the banks of the Thames in London. Australian photographer Brooke Pyke won the Female Fifty Fathoms award.

Learning how to plan your outdoor space for you to enjoy waterfront living is key;rooftop terrace of Clifton Beach, Cape Town, South Africa designed by ARRCC. Image: ARRCC. Find out the key must-have designs that capitalise on purposeful residential features to reap the benefits of waterfront living. The demand for waterfront living has not abated

What seemed to be an ordinary Chinese vase estimated to fetch €2,000 has been sold for more than €9 million (including all the associated fees) in an auction in France. Nearly 4,000 times its estimated value, a bidding war ensued as interested buyers were convinced that the vase was a rare artefact from the 18th

High jewellery collections are known to epitomise the pinnacle of craftsmanship, just as haute couture is synonymous with the ultimate creative expression of a luxury fashion house. Not only are these one-of-the-kind pieces made with the finest gemstones that cost millions, but they are also handcrafted by artisans from countries like France, Italy and Switzerland.

Barry and Wendy Stimpson, owners of Passel Estate. When it comes to popular wine regions, many of us would immediately think of France or Italy. But also equally renowned are wines from Australia, specifically from the region of Margaret River. The area has climate conditions that ensure the vineyards produce the best grapes required for

Four decades after Duran Duran released the hit single Rio (“Her name is Rio …”), CRN launches a 62m yacht of the same name. Custom designed for an owner looking to “share the cruising experience with family and close friends”, Rio truly delivers. She has spent her first summer season in the Mediterranean and more than lived up

The French iconic graffiti artist, Cyril Kongo is a man who loves words and understands the potency of poetry. He creates and delivers his distinctive works of art with transcendent messages of love and the joy of living. One might not initially associate street art and graffiti with sentimentality and poetry, yet where would either

Happening for the first time, Singapore Watch Fair will make its debut in the city’s prime shopping district at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza along Orchard Road. Affectionately known as “The Tent”, the event is considered Asia’s most prestigious festival celebrating the art of horology. Formerly part of the JeweLuxe Festival, Singapore Watch Fair is