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Kongo in Karl Largerfeld’s studio. Photo by Laurent Segretier Kongo aka Cyril Phan has never been particular about the surface he leaves his mark on, whether wall, canvas, shop window, trunk, dress, bag, scarf, jewellery, champagne bottle, humidor, car or even airplane, multiplying collaborations with French brands like Chanel, Hermès, Richard Mille, Daum and La

As early as mid 2019, after years of dealing with Thom Browne lengths and proportions, the longer-length tailored jacket is finally stepping back onto the sartorial stage. By 2020, runways were already astride with the welcome return of classic tailoring but the rise of the coronavirus put a nip in the bud for the nascent

Celebrating Bugatti’s 110th anniversary, the French car manufacturer, introduces the smallest member of its family, dubbed the Baby II. Limited to a mere 500 builds, this high-performance automobile represents a modern tribute to Italian-born designer and brand founder, Ettore Bugatti’s half-scale Type 35. Initially constructed in 1926 for his youngest son, Roland’s fourth birthday, the

Constructed in the early 1990s to only be completed by 1997, the Los Vilos House was once a weekend retreat for the late Chilean architect, Cristián Boza, his wife and their four children. Topped by an undulating concrete wall that protects its open-air roof terrace from the natural elements, the residence is characterised by its

Malta is a southern European island in the Mediterranean, with a little added extra, especially beautiful hotels and luxury resorts unique to its neighbours, Malta might not be what you’re expecting. So take my hand and let’s explore these luxury hotels and remote bolt holes chosen especially for you. Valletta – Malta Royalty-free stock photo

Directed by Tony Scott, and produced by Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer in association with Paramount Pictures, the 1986 American action drama film, Top Gun, starring Tom Cruise and Kelly McGillis, was revered for its action sequences, effects, aerial stunts, and acting performances. Rising to a gradual critical acclaim, the film amassed a gross US$

What is the meaning of masculinity today? it is a question that Bottega Veneta: Men hopes to answer. Working with Tyrone Lebon, a London-based photographer and filmmaker known for his Frank Ocean videos and evocative imagery for other high fashion brandsm, Creative Director of Bottega Veneta Daniel Lee created a short film to celebrate uniqueness

Repeated to the point of absolute redundancy, it seems like almost everything the motoring industry has churned out over the past couple of years have been the ‘greatest of all time’, with a series of innumerable ‘first-ever’s – but believe me when I type it, the Aventador SVJ Roadster Xago Edition supercar may be the

Italian fashion designer Donatella Versace has reportedly purchased a landmark villa in Northern Italy for an estimated US$5.3 million. The sprawling estate, once owned by Italian publisher Arnoldo Mondadori (founder of the biggest publishing house in the country), spans 15,000 square feet, housing 50 rooms, 20 staterooms, and 12 bathrooms in total. Affectionately known as

As I write this, Singapore is in Phase Two of the re-opening measures introduced after the easing of our enforced circuit breaker. Boating activities can resume as part of this phase. Yachts gather at Singapore’s Lazarus Islands before the onset of Covid-19 this year; Photo: Wade Pearce / Next Tide Consultancy The Singapore Boating Industry

Studio Sarah Sze, Timekeeper, 2016 Mixed media, mirrors, wood, stainless steel, archival prints, projectors, lamps, desks, stools, stone. Dimensions Variable. © Sarah Sze © Photo Sarah Sze Studio Playing with the transparency of architecture, Sarah Sze casts moving images onto the glass walls of the ground floor galleries, turning each building her work accommodates into

Bvlgari’s new Barocko High Jewellery collection is a celebration of life and beauty, taking bold inspiration from one of the greatest periods of European history. Capturing the iconoclast spirit of the era, the new Bvlgari high jewellery collection, weaves an exquisite narrative between the Maison, the city of Rome and the Baroque style. Rome is

Ferretti Group staged the Asian premiere of the Ferretti Yachts 670 in Hong Kong, although the newly arrived stock boat is the fifth unit to arrive in the region, following earlier deliveries of the 67ft motor yacht to two clients in Hong Kong, and also to Singapore and Hainan, China. The international order book for

Layered with intense geologic history at the base of a three-million-year-old volcano, the Lookout House by Faulkner Architects in Truckee, California, rests along a north-facing 20-degree slope with equal parts refuge and prospect at 6,300 feet above mean sea level. Heavily influenced by its site, the area’s natural Jeffrey Pine and White Fir trees provide

Home to a wide range of services, and activities, alongside restaurants and bars, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles is regarded a highly recommended romantic getaway, prioritizing serenity and solidarity, amidst one of the most picturesque destinations in the world. With an in-resort library, water sports pavilion, jogging trail, outdoor pool, children’s playroom, and an open-air spa

Ferretti Group will stage the world premieres of the Riva 88’ Folgore, Ferretti Yachts 500 and 43wallytender among a display of about 20 yachts at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival, which will be held from September 8-13. The Riva 88′ Folgore will be Ferretti Group’s largest world premiere at Cannes The six-day show will also

Resistance (2016) 104×104 Capturing his every subject in their most pure and vulnerable form, using negative film, Koh Sang Woo is a visual artist who consolidates photography, performance, and painting – in an effort to present the audience with the opportunity to see the world in reverse, and reconsider the way in which we look

Engraved on a black textured fabric that resists everyday use, the Berluti SIGNATURE pattern marks the Maison’s first patterned canvas created by Belgian fashion designer and Creative Director, Kris Van Assche. Inspired by the archives, the all-new signature canvas remains anchored in a historical context, seamlessly bridging the past with the present, whilst reinventing the

Whether it’s dramatic drought, massive fires or deadly floods, the effects of global climate change no longer surprise anyone. With rising oceans, more frequent cyclonic rains and associated landslides, waterfront developments are some of the most exposed infrastructures. A marine’s priority is the protection of boats; Photo: Dan Edel / Unsplash Poralu Marine is recognised

Image courtesy of ArquitectonicaGEO One of the country’s most iconic beachfront residences, the Continuum on South Beach, has unveiled a new brand identity for the property and its grounds, bringing a contemporary and aesthetic transformation to the heart of the South of Fifth historic district in Miami Beach. The new design and redevelopment will be

Aarons visited Marbella Club Spain in 1980, creating one his most seminal work. Credit: Slim Aarons Photography. At The Marbella Club, Spain, living life and living large like a trust fund kid or hedge fund manager waiting to be photographed by Slim Aarons is still possible because like the foundations of historic fashion houses, the

Yacht Style has released Issue 54 (July-August), its Charter Issue for 2020. Flying Fox, the world’s largest charter yacht, stars on the front cover of the 208-page magazine, as the 136m megayacht prepares to return to Asia later this year. The 136m Flying Fox is the cover star of Yacht Style’s Charter Issue 2020 The

Before becoming known as the popular tourist destination it is today, the French Riviera which now offers both the wandering art lover and the extravagant millionaire an unparalleled getaway, was once home to quiet fishing villages undisturbed by outside influence. Situated amidst the Mediterranean Alps, the area’s mild climate and colourful landscapes made it a

In 1954, Tudor released its first two Submariners, ref. 7922 and ref. 7928 but by 1969, Tudor was starting to find its own voice away from the 7900 series Mercedes-style hour hands and crowns which were synonymous with the Rolex aesthetic. Introducing a divers’ watch with distinct characteristics apart from Tudor’s first generation Submariners, the

Following the success of its first-ever hybrid supercar in 2019, the Lamborghini Sián, goes topless for the first time since its debut. The all-new limited edition model delivers the marque’s famed performance with unique hybrid technologies in a roofless design. Heavily influenced by the first countach from 1974, the Sián roadster is conceptualized to be

Perhaps no decade is so immortalized in history as the 1960s. Anchored in the colorful rhetoric of peace and love, complemented by stirring images of the civil rights movement, and fondly remembered for its music, art, and activism – to many, the 60’s represented a decade of hope for a more inclusive, forward-thinking society. Channeling

What type of clients does BNP Paribas Wealth Management have in Asia? We have a good mix of top-tier tycoons and family offices, ultra high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) from Hong Kong, mainland China, Taiwan, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and India. Arnaud Tellier, CEO, Asia Pacific, BNP Paribas Wealth Management The BNP Paribas

Depending on who you are, his unimaginable success and discovery of young talent has been deemed both an enviable blessing and a curse. The man credited with casting a limelight on 13 year old Justin Bieber, is none other than American singer, songwriter, actor, businessman, and dancer, Usher Raymond IV. Born in 1978 Dallas Texas,

Since 1923, the split-seconds chronograph (movement No. 124’824) occupies a preferential position in Patek Philippe’s wristwatch collection. But for many years, Patek Philippe’s celebrated Split-Seconds chronographs depended on a highly modified, highly refined base Lemania movement. So in 2015, the Patek Philippe Split-Seconds Chronograph Ref. 5370 debuted to great fanfare because it was the first

Back in 2015, Mazda unveiled the rotary-powered Rx-Vision sports car. Now Maximilian Schneider, an exterior designer at Mitsubishi Motors Japan, gives us a look at its descendent, the Mazda RX10 Vision Longtail, a stunning new hydrogen-powered super car concept inspired by the McLaren F1 GTR that won Le Mans in 1995. The Mazda RX10 Vision