Luxury

Image: Jonny Lew / Pexels The world’s largest sapphire cluster was found hidden in a man’s backyard in Ratnapura and experts are saying it could be worth US$100 million. The rare specimen weighs approximately 510 kilograms or 2.5 million carats and has been dubbed “Serendipity Sapphire”.   The lucky gent who stumbled upon this cluster told

McLaren has unveiled the much anticipated 765LT Spider, which it claims to be the fastest convertible it has ever produced. Complementing the 765LT ‘Longtail’ coupe, the 765LT Spider boasts a lightweight body and an impressive powertrain. The powerful open-top vehicle flexes a muscular hood, a sleek front splitter and blacked-out wheels. McLaren has also given

High-end properties with placemaking features remain an attractive investment choice for many investors regionally and internationally. Avadina Villa, Phuket, Thailand The global real estate industry is beginning to see more activity in the market, despite some lockdown measures remaining in place into Q2 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Purchasers of luxury global properties are usually

Image: Miguel Ángel Sanz / Unsplash Going on a cruise is the ultimate holiday experience for anyone wanting a luxurious getaway full of glamour and great entertainment. From river boats that sail through European rivers, to premium mega ships that complete expeditions to the exotic Galápagos or the sunny Caribbean, cruises offer the trip of

Image: Infinity8 Sacha Jafri’s NFT Artwork titled ‘On the Wings of an Angel’ sold for nearly US$1 million in under a minute at amFAR’s annual Cannes Gala on Friday, 16 July. It broke the record to become the fastest-selling NFT. Sacha’s painting was transformed into an open edition NFT at the charity. Within 45 seconds,

With the delayed 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo underway, we can finally address Omega’s part in this spectacle of sporting excellence. With its connection to the Olympics going back all the way to 1932, Omega has certainly experienced many unusual Games, including the 1936, 1972, 1980 and 1984 editions. Arguably, none have had so

Credit: DM Interior Design Singapore-based DM Interior Design has snagged two prestigious awards conferred by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards (LLA): Best Luxury Interior Design Studio in Singapore and Best Luxury Commercial Interior Design for ‘Pop Futurism Karaoke Club’ in Singapore. The experts at LLA were amazed by the design team’s execution and ability to seamlessly

Credit: Uncharted Ibiza Ibiza has been with us for many years and offers some of the best cuisine and night-time experiences in the world. There have always been villas, however, Uncharted Ibiza’s villa selection is immense with over 600 quality villas on our books in every corner of Ibiza. Our aim is to combine all

Green Lens Credit: Saint Laurent Anthony Vaccarello, the creative director for French fashion house Saint Laurent has partnered with conceptual artist Doug Aitken on Green Lens, a monumental reflective structure. Located on the island of Isola Della Certosa, Venice, the structure was the pièce de résistance of the Maison’s Spring Summer 2022 menswear collection. Dubbed

Image: Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton has launched its first eco-friendly unisex sneaker, the Charlie Sneaker. The limited-edition sneakers, available in low- and high-top styles, are made of 90 per cent sustainable materials. The kicks feature a white upper crafted from a smooth and grained synthetic material, which is produced from recycled polyester and a layer

Sunseeker Manhattan 55. Image: Sunseeker Five new Sunseeker models are set to be featured at the 52nd Southampton International Boat Show, held from September 10-19. The new 2021 models include the Manhattan 55, Predator 55 EVO, 65 Sport Yacht, and 88 Yacht. These four yachts are part of the ‘Famous Five’ models that premiered online

We look at some of the world’s leading architects who flaunt their prowess in designing characterful products for the home. Antonio Citterio, Daniel Liebskind, Zaha Hadid, Jean Nouvel, and Chan Soo Khian – these may not be household names to the layperson but in the field of architecture, they are esteemed individuals. These five architects

Credit: Kalen Emsley / Unsplash Looking to take an adventure holiday in Canada? From swimming with whales to bungee jumping to sleeping in an ice cave, Canada offers plenty of opportunities to step out of your comfort zone. If you’re not sure where to start, however, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite adventure activities

Credit: Dellon Thomas / Pexels Skinny jeans are a thing of the past now that wide-leg pants are dominating current fashion trends. You can dress up wide leg pants for work, evening events, or a night at the club. You can also dress down with wide-leg jeans for superbly comfortable weekend wear or running errands

Credit: Elliot James Interiors Design studio, Elliot James Interiors has won the title of “The Best Luxury Architect and Luxury Interior Design Studio in Singapore”. This award was conferred by The Luxury Lifestyle Awards. The panel was impressed by the design team’s meticulous planning and dedication to realising the client’s concepts. What makes Elliot James

Credit: Skinner Auctioneers The world’s oldest bourbon whiskey has been auctioned for US$137,000. Skinner Auctioneers who oversaw the bidding process said the bottle, better known as the Old Ingledew Whiskey, was most likely bottled between 1763-1803 after undergoing a Carbon-14 dating test. “We took a sample and tested by Carbon-14 dating, and determined that with

Image: Lamborghini Lamborghini has revealed a teaser of what might be the final iteration of its V12 Aventador coupe, which is set for a formal launch tomorrow (July 7). The teaser was published on the Italian supercar maker’s social media channels, featuring a sleek silhouette of the upcoming coupe, along with the caption: “It takes

How has the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led investors globally to brace themselves for turbulent economic conditions as the virus ravages economies worldwide, affected the luxury residential segment in Singapore? It appears that the luxury high-rise residential market in Singapore remains a harbour amid the storm, bolstered by the resilience of homes in the Core

Credit: Dino Reichmuth / Unsplash While the world continues to develop ways to cope with the ongoing pandemic, travel is difficult, to say the least. Restrictions, vaccination passports, and the closure of long-established flight paths all create a situation where jetting off to another country for the weekend isn’t as simple as before. Optimistic commentators

Credit: Riva Riva has launched the 56’ Rivale Hard Top, which falls under the Italian builder’s iconic Open range. The first unit has already been shipped to America. The outstanding new feature on this new release is its black hard top with carbon-fibre detailing. It covers the yacht’s centre section and offers steel handrails on

After the success of last year’s Netflix magic travelogue show J-Style Trip, King of Mandopop and multi-hyphenate Jay Chou is at it once again with a different set of tricks up his sleeves to celebrate Tudor’s #BornToDare spirit. After performing in various cities including Paris, Innsbruck, Tokyo and a pit stop in Singapore, Tudor ambassador

Credit: K.R. Decorate Co., Ltd Situated in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, K.R. Decorate Co., Ltd is the award winner of the “Best Luxury Interior Design Studio in Thailand” conferred by Luxury Lifestyle Awards. The sublime team consists of professionals and sophisticated interior designers with more than 20 years of experience. Past projects include high-end

Creativity never stops for the acclaimed French artist, Cyril Kongo, whose stunning collaborations with the likes of Hermes, Richard Mille, Daum, La Cornue, Maserati and Chanel, made headlines across the art world and is now preparing for another partnership. This time, he will be partnering with five-star resort The Apurva Kempinski Bali to debut an

Credit: Phoebe Philo Ex-Celine designer Phoebe Philo is making a comeback to the fashion industry. She’s set to launch her eponymous brand next year. More details will be released closer to January, but for now, the upcoming line will be one that is “rooted in exceptional quality and design”, according to Philo. Her former employer

Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid; Credit: Bentley 2020 was an unprecedented year for many industries and the automotive industry, in particular, saw a 20% drop year-on-year but registration for electric and hybrid vehicles grew more than 137% as compared to 2019. In the realm of luxury cars, there is a trend that buyers are switching to

Credit: Story Seychelles Luxury hospitality management company, Story Hospitality has opened its flagship hotel in Seychelles: Story Seychelles. Located on the scenic island of Mahè, the hotel is surrounded by the pristine beach and turquoise water of Beau Vallon.  Credit: Story Seychelles Just in time for the beginning of summer, the luxurious hotel boasts a

Credit: De Daltons The world’s most expensive burger was sold on June 28 to Netherlands-based conglomerate Remia International for about US$5,964. Proceeds from the sale was donated to a local food bank. Dubbed the “Golden Boy”, the burger was the brainchild of Robbert Jan de Veen, the owner of Dutch restaurant De Daltons. In an

Credit: Nadhir Zainal/AIRISU; Makeup: Glowdoll Doing art is a job that society should come to terms with as artist Samantha Redfern explains in this interview. For the Singapore-based creative, every job has a purpose and dabbling in the artistic realm has its merits too. And that is to conjure up emotions that have since been

Credit: Cartier French jeweller Cartier has added to its popular Clash de Cartier line, unveiling a collection that features black onyx beads and Tahitian pearls. The new collection is designed to symbolise a  “clash of attitudes”. Taking the centre stage are Tahitian pearls in XXL size line the rings, bracelets and earrings. Providing a contrast

Credit: Lagoon Asia welcomes two new catamarans into its waters: The Lagoon 55 and Sixty 5. These new yachts were sold through Simpson Marine, the region’s largest dealership. Slated to arrive in Hong Kong in August, the Lagoon Sixty 5 is fitted with a carbon-fibre boom and carbon mast — perfect for those seeking performance.