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Image: La Samaritaine  La Samaritaine welcomes guests once again after a 16-year renovation project. The iconic LVMH-owned property closed its doors in 2005 following fire safety concerns, and has now been reopened as a comprehensive shopping, dining, and tourist destination. Costing an estimated US$894 million, La Samaritaine’s restoration has been one of the most anticipated

Josper Grilled Tomahawk Steak. Credit: Pura Brasa by Josper Popular Spanish restaurant chain Pura Brasa by Josper has expanded its selection of grilled meats with two new additions: 45 days aged Wagyu Tomahawk and 200 Days grass-fed Prime Ribs, which are available this month. Being the first overseas outpost, Pura Brasa has been a favourite among

Former Bvlgari head Guido Terreni talks to us about love, his plans for Parmigiani Fleurier, and why restoration is an enviable skill. Guido Terreni does not believe in love at first sight. He spent 20 years cultivating a yen for timepieces at Bvlgari, where he was president of the watchmaking division from 2010. When asked

The Majesty 49. Credit: Gulf Craft Gulf Craft, the premium builder from UAE has completed the manufacturing of its new Majesty 49, which is a tri-cabin flybridge model available for immediate delivery via Asia-based dealer Farfalla Marine to countries such as Hong Kong, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. The Majesty 49 is the latest entry-model

In an April 2021 Global Property Guide report about Macau’s housing market stabilisation, it was noted that house prices were up 1.25% during 2020. Credit: quoteddata.com It is a sign of things to come in Macau’s residential property market. According to Gregory Ku Ka Ho, managing director at JLL Macau, the total number of residential

Credit: Nicolas J Leclercq/Unsplash Though it depends on which exact country you reside in, it’s safe to say that the situation regarding travel and vacations is looking a lot different now than it was a few months ago. With vaccinations ongoing and most developed countries being close to majority-vaccinated, numbers of new Covid-19 cases are

Pursuit of Happiness Cuffs Whether it is present on a canvas or a photograph, art’s melange of medium has an ultimate aim: shedding light on pertinent issues that might otherwise be overlooked. Artist Burton Machen is fond of using portraits of famous figures to convey his message, and he encourages collaborations so that there is

Image: Breguet This Breguet Type XX Only Watch 2021 Chronograph is a unique piece, but it gets to this rarefied status without gimmickry. Just as it has done since 2005, Montres Breguet supports Only Watch, and its organiser the Monegasque Association against Muscular Dystrophy in its mission to battle debilitating disease with amazing timepieces. As

Since the invention of the internal combustion engine, automakers have been obsessed with increasing the maximum output and speed of their creations. There’s just something about hearing the purr of a well-tuned engine and feeling the car surge forward in response that brings out something primal in all drivers. This is of course due to

Post-pandemic residential design trends are reshaping interior design and transforming our relationships to our homes. Picture credits: Rumah Fajar by Tommaso Riva, Chelsea Waterfront by Cunningham Captures Chelsea Waterfront Since the beginning of the pandemic that has irreversibly changed the world in more ways than anyone could have ever imagined, the relationship to one’s home

The Summer issue of WOW arrives on newsstands, digital and physical, by virtue of good luck and no small measure of perseverance. Some of the work that went into the WOW Summer 2021 issue cannot be seen via bylines, but all of it can be felt. For some relevance, think of it as you would

Officina Italiana Design designed the new version of the Dolceriva Riva has launched a new edition of its popular Dolceriva featuring a hard top that shelters the boat’s central social areas from the sun and rain while sporting carbon-fibre detailing. The 48-footer has a beam of 14ft and features a refined exterior by Officina Italiana

Based on market research done by Thailand consulting group C9 Hotelworks, Thai buyers who sought refuge during the pandemic have reignited Phuket’s property sector of mega villas by multi-millions, with over THB 5 billion (approx. USD 167 million) in primary and secondary high-end properties have changed hands. While the broader marketplace remained flat, it was

As some companies find when creating a yacht-management department, there’s often an underlying belief from some owners that a captain and boat boy can “do the job”. Indeed, regular cleaning and upkeep such as maintenance and basic mechanical check-ups have long been the standard request to yacht-management companies. Unfortunately, many yacht owners come to believe

Inspired by the unique qualities of the Balinese art form called Rerajahan, which is a culmination of influences hailing from countries such as India and China with references from Hinduism, Islam and other local beliefs, Kemal Ezedine blends that with his own distinct style that echoes from a contemporary art perspective. Ahead is an exclusive

The seven new faces forming the the VS Collective One of the greatest pleasures of fashion is to be able to wear a piece of clothing that fits perfectly on the body. Not only does it make you look well put together, it is also an instant confidence booster that many of us crave —

Image Credit: CreatureS Thousands of years, ago, the idea of eating raw fish would have been unthinkable and only considered in extreme conditions of life and death. However, sushi and sashimi are now wildly popular across the world, eaten by many living halfway around the world from Japan. With the advancement of transportation and the

In an artist’s arsenal, they are equipped with a myriad of tools that can be used to create their artwork. From the type brush to the painting style, picking one over the other can have an impact on the final piece of work. For Russian artist Natalia Denisko, her focus is on colours, which she

Montblanc x Maison Kitsuné backpack Montblanc and Maison Kitsuné collaborate on a new capsule collection that puts a fresh spin on signature Montblanc leather goods. In this interpretation, Montblanc x Maison Kitsuné pieces are expressed in Saffiano printed leather and feature the Maison Kitsuné signature ‘Camo Fox’ print. To summarise, this is a tradition-meets-daring sort

Rolls-Royce Wraith Black Badge Landspeed Collection The year was 1937 when Captain George Eyston’s Thunderbolt reached a record land speed of 312 mph, powered by two Rolls-Royce R V12 aero engines. The British racer was not new to the world of racing as two years prior, he had already set new 24-hour and 48-hour endurance

The COVID-19 outbreak is of seismic proportions as it affects the health of many nations, it is also fast evolving into an economic pandemic. The virus took away the freedom of movement from millions of people, infected over 3 million individuals, and claimed the lives of over 350,000+ globally as of 28 May 2020. Singapore’s

Image Credit: Getty Images Children’s peals of laughter are the most innocent and pure, and for many, they are a source of joy in the family. While many people appreciate time away together as a family, other vacationers detest and can be quickly frustrated with a constant stream of young children. These adults, mostly Millennials

The Sunseeker Predator 74 XPS has a top speed of 38 knots Sunseeker debuted its Predator 74 XPS at this year’s British Motor Yacht Show in Swanwick Marina near Southampton, where it also exhibited the Manhattan 55 and Predator 55 EVO along with the Hawk 38 and the 76 Yacht.  The Predator 74 XPS features an aft sunpad and covered cockpit The Predator

Looking at Gabriel Dufourcq’s artwork, you will inevitably have your focus on the icons that has been featured. But there is more than meets the eye because laying behind the iconic figure are newspaper headlines and original archives as old as 200 years, related to the political and pop icons. At first glance, an artwork

“At World of Watches Thailand, we are proud to help share the enthusiasm to watch collecting communities in Thailand and the region. We know everybody suffered in 2020, makers and buyers alike, but all parties have acclimatised to the new normal, we have regained momentum, and now it is time to look towards happier days

The famous Nürburgring 24 Hours endurance race is an annual event held in Germany since 1970. Its exact title may vary each year, depending on the official naming partner, so this year it is ADAC Total 24H Race. The 24-hour race from 15:30 of 5 June to 15:30 of 6 June was an eventful and

Remember that bright orange 1994 Toyota Supra from the Fast & Furious movie series that Paul Walker drove? The car now has a new owner after it went under the hammer for a record-breaking US$550,000 via the Barrett-Jackson market place in the US.  The famous “10-second car”, finished in Candy Orange pearl paint from Lamborghini

Over the past year, many of us have transitioned to working from home in a bid to reduce social interactions. As a result of spending more time at home, we become more conscious of what makes up our humble abode. Scrolling through Instagram or Pinterest for inspiration seems to be a daily task on top

Image Credit: AFP/Getty Images A 1,098ct diamond has been discovered in a mine in Botswana and is described to be the third largest of its kind in the world. The gemstone was unearthed as a joint venture between Debswana Diamond Company and Anglo American’s De Beer. The diamond was presented to President Mokgweetsi Masisi on

Sanlorenzo calls its SX series ‘crossover’ yachts because they combine the best features of explorers with the comfort of flybridge yachts. But a visit to the range’s new flagship, the SX112, shows that these yachts bridge more than just vessel types. Like the SX88 and the SX76 before her, the 33m SX112 offers a ‘no