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WOW Singapore Autumn issue #70 If you are a fan of the chronograph, this is truly the best of times, with recent years having delivered some sublime examples of this complication. We celebrate the chronograph in the Autumn issue of WOW Singapore, and invite you to join us.  Such a technical story with multiple components

Who says furniture can’t travel with you? Whether you yearn for a spot on a beach with your loved ones, there are portable or mobile pieces of furniture and lighting to make your travelling light. If you fancy a hike up the hill or mountains, or yearn for an outdoor trip to the forest of

Azimut’s Magellano 60 can use HVOlution biofuel. Photo: Azimut Azimut staged a press conference at the Cannes Yachting Festival focused on its efforts to reduce environmental impact by lowering CO2 emissions. The shipyard presented the results of its efforts, certified by an independent scientific panel, and the new goals to be pursued with its partners:

The Excalibur Dr. Woo Monobalancier. The world of luxury is often filled with superlatives, because it is not enough for something to be well-made, beautiful to look at, delectably rare and priced into the stratosphere — it also needs to have a good story to tell. But what happens when the same old story has

The city of Hong Kong is home to some of the most expensive real estate in the world, and the city’s real estate market has long been noted for its excessive prices. The market has, however, faced a few difficulties recently, including the global pandemic and governmental cooling measures. Despite these difficulties, high-end houses in

Alila Hinu Bay, Salalah, Oman As the sweltering heat of summer makes its gradual retreat, and the first whispers of autumn touch the air, a mesmerising transformation begins to unfold in the coastal paradise of Salalah. From September to December, this enchanting season, affectionately known as SARB (Salalah Autumn Rateb), weaves its magic, inviting travelers

wallypower50 Wally, which celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2024, is expanding its motor yacht range with the wallypower50, which could have its global debut at Boot Dusseldorf from January 20-28. The yacht will also be available in an outboard version, wallypower50X, following the wallypower58 and wallypower58X. The wallytender48 and wallytender43 were the brand’s first motor yachts

Botero posing for a picture in his studio, 15 March 2012. Photo: Massimo Sestini Beloved Colombian painter and sculptor Fernando Botero has passed away at the age of 91. According to official statements from his daughter, Lina Botero, Botero had been working at his studio in Monaco regularly until earlier this month when he was

EK-WH II Ice blue The independent Swiss watch brand Edouard Koehn is continuing to develop its collections with its new World Heritage II model equipped with a new guilloché dial and a new Universal Time display, combined with a fine alligator leather strap that enhances the richness of this very watchmaking piece. Combining Universal Time

Good and timeless designs in the furniture and lighting world resonate with people and design junkies all over the world. These are iconic products that people will remember or would like to own and collect. From their evergreen aesthetics forms to their functionality, here is a pick of furniture and lighting pieces that stand the

Renowned for his Michelin-starred creations and ingenious approach to Indian cuisine, Rohit Ghai has embarked on a remarkable journey that has now come full circle. His latest culinary masterpiece, Rivayat, nestled within the opulent confines of The Oberoi Marrakech, is nothing short of a gastronomic revelation. Chef Rohit Ghai Ghai’s culinary voyage began on the

The Ferretti Yachts 860 features an exterior by Filippo Salvetti. A new Ferretti Yachts 860 was one of the most high-profile Asia premieres at this year’s Singapore Yachting Festival, as it shone alongside Ferretti Yachts 500 and 780 models at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove. Among several high-profile Ferretti Group models to arrive in Asia this

From left to right, artist: Liu Xuanqi, Armelle, Karwai ChanPhoto Credit: Steven Liew Four renowned artists unite to unravel the notion of time. Dubbed “Transcending Time: Beyond Past and Present, The essence of time – through distinct artistic lenses”, they each independently reflect and explore the intricate threads of their personal history, putting in their own

Photo: Rimowa Well over 200,000 fans flocked to the Singapore Grand Prix last weekend to witness the anticipated Round 16 of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championships. Tensions were high as spectators watched on wondering if Max Verstappen could reel in his 11th win in a row for a spotless season so far for

101 Champs Elysée – Credit SRA Architectes Whispers have been circulating amongst the fashion and the property elite that Louis Vuitton may be in the midst of planning the launch of a new hotel in one of the most famous locations on Earth — the Champs-Élysées. While this may be mere heresay at the moment

Every artist eventually returns to their roots. Pablo Picasso did so for a brief while in 1918, where it was theorised that the effects of World War I influenced a realism moment for the known surrealist artist. Madonna took it against label executives’ warnings and produced a laid-back, country-inspired album at the height of her high-profile

Cruising along the serene waters of Halong Bay. We’re sitting on a large sunpad on the bow of a Jeanneau NC14 in Halong Bay. With little strain on the boat’s twin Volvo Penta pod-engine propulsion, we leave the large tourist and day-tripper cruise boats standing as we enjoy a private charter with Vietyacht. Cruising smoothly

Photo: The Cut It’s the official end of an era — Sarah Burton is parting ways with Alexander McQueen after almost three decades at the House, of which she led as creative director for the past 13 years. “I am so proud of everything I’ve done and of my incredible team at Alexander McQueen. They are

Olivier Besson (left) and Greg Gheraia (Right). Photo: Yacht Style Asia Yachting Group, a leading regional dealer founded and led by Olivier Besson, is partnering with BlackOrange, a boutique superyacht brokerage firm headed by Greg Gheraia. Asia Yachting’s new yacht portfolio includes Prestige, Fountaine Pajot and Nautique, while BlackOrange focuses on 30m-plus superyachts and remains

According to The Art Market Report 2023 published by Art Basel and UBS, France is the world’s fourth largest art market after the United States, the United Kingdom and China, with a sales volume approaching USD5 billion in 2022, an all-time record and equivalent to a 7 percent market share. This dynamism is attracting ever more international players,

Cartier’s 2023 Privé Tank Normale collection. The existence and success of the contemporary Cartier Privé collection is proof positive that some of the Maison’s most iconic timepieces remain as desirable today as when they were first designed. It is thanks to the Privé collection that a completely new generation of watch lovers has had the

Some might say full-sized television (TV) sets are a thing of the past. Most people today consume entertainment media on streaming services and do so through a range of portable devices, “watching TV” on the commute to work, while brushing their teeth or under the blanket before bed. Yet, one cannot deny the impact the

Galeon 560 Fly. Galeon, whose dealers in Asia include Asiamarine, will display six yachts in the Vieux Port at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival, held from 12 to 17 September. The Polish builder’s display in Pantiero 105 will include the 440 Fly and 560 Fly, both of which had their world premieres at this year’s Miami International

The Bulgari Octo Finissimo CarbonGold Perpetual Calendar. At the recently concluded Geneva Watch Days timepieces fair, founding brand Bulgari must have been feeling somewhat upbeat, especially given the fact that its Octo Finissimo CarbonGold models are making the news again. Bulgari CEO Jean-Christophe Babin showed off the new watches on a Zoom call with us,

Image: Engel & Völkers Bahamas. In addition to earning more than US$650 million at the box office, the Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl movie introduced the world to Johnny Depp’s eccentric Pirate Jack Sparrow character and generated four sequels, with a fifth in the works by producer Jerry Bruckheimer. The

Photo: Montblanc 2023 has been the year of “world tours” for luxury brands, with immersive world-building experiences becoming the new norm for launching a campaign. The world tour trend was especially fitting for summer, with the likes of Dior with their global Dioriviera campaign bringing the atmosphere of the French Riviera to select locations around

First impressions matter, particularly in business, which is why the right accessory can speak volumes about your personal style, professionalism, and attention to detail. Browse Von Baer’s top picks for luxury leather briefcases from the high-end leather accessories brand Von Baer, including business briefcases and laptop bags. Best High-End Leather Briefcase No.1 Briefcase by Von Baer

When furniture brands collide, their creative egos may get a beating but in our pick of recent furniture partnerships, mergers and collaborations, these reached fruition. So read on to discover how some of these revered furniture brands amped up their brand and style quotient through these beneficial business couplings. “Womb” armchairs designed by Eero Saarinen

Photo: Silver Yachts Silver Yachts has appointed Fraser to bring its Silver Edge project to market, while Piredda & Partners will work on the interior design of the 79.5m project which features an exterior by Espen Øino. Silver Edge will be the fifth vessel in the Australia-based builder’s SilverSeries of environmentally conscious superyachts, notable for their striking profiles

Vincent Teubler has successfully procured a vast collection of artifacts, sculptures, and antiquities from just about every corner imaginable on the planet. With a love of travel that was instilled in him at a young age by his parents, Teubler combined his love of exploration and one-of-a-kind treasures to create Insolita. His search for the unusual and unique