Luxury

(Clockwise from left) Evolve Blue Velvet Ceramide Serum, Kiehl’s Ultra Pure High-Potency Serum 1.5% Hyaluronic Acid, Paula’s Choice Ultra-Light Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum and Freeplus Moist Care Lotion 1. Photo: Daryl Tan and Manfred Lu Simple is not just “less is more” with men’s skincare — it is the absolute imperative. As of the writing

Vacations have somewhat of a notorious reputation for expanding one’s appetite for the luxurious, such that luxury goes to the top of the holidayer’s must-have list — no better time to splurge then when on vacation, right? Yet, one wonders whether luxury can go hand in hand with something like Disney World. These four most

Maha Bhetra. Photo: Asia Global Yachting, Northrop & Johnson Asia Global Yachting is shaking up the luxury charter scene in Phuket by launching a “Classic Line” of boats dating back to the 1950s. The initial four-strong range of charter CAs includes stylish motor and sailing yachts ranging from 50 to over 100ft and from two

Photo: Courtesy of Oval Partnership “Kampong spirit” has long been a part of Singapore’s history, stemming from the period before Dutch and Portuguese traders landed on the island’s shores. Kampong translates to “village” in Bahasa Melayu, Singapore’s national language as well as one of the oldest known and most commonly spoken language native to the

Pharrell Williams made his stellar debut as a creative director this summer at Paris Fashion Week for Louis Vuitton. The collection, however, was not discussed as much as the star-studded performances after the show. As Williams marched out with the rest of the team, the media called it “a fashion show beyond just clothes”. Williams

Achieving a luxurious look in your bathroom doesn’t have to be daunting or expensive. By focusing on key elements like materials, lighting, and accessories, you can effortlessly transform your ordinary bathroom into a haven of elegance and sophistication.  Read on to explore some practical tips and inspiring ideas to help you achieve a truly luxurious ambiance

40-year-old Robert Zhao Renhui is a multidisciplinary artist who draws inspiration from observations and research into the natural world. His practises often explore the relationship between humans and nature. Throughout his career, Zhao has incorporated documentary photography and museum displays to articulate and illustrate his narratives. After receiving the National Arts Council’s Young Artist Award in

Bustling streets during Geneva Watch Week. Watches and Wonders Geneva always makes me think how lucky the Swiss are to have a veritable legion of tourism officers in the form of watch enthusiasts. I am talking about folks like us at World of Watches (WOW) Singapore and LUXUO, but also you, dear reader. This has

Photo: Coldwell Banker Warburg American feminist literature pioneer Erica Jong is putting up her Manhattan home for sale at a handsome price of US$4.25 million. The author’s white-glove apartment sits on the coveted 27th floor of a former hotel right in the heart of the Upper East Side. With the space measuring at nearly 3000

The Bluffs Grand Ho Tram Strip, Vietnam A confluence of elegance and natural splendor, this pinnacle of golfing perfection nestled amid the untamed majesty of primeval forests, concluding in a masterpiece of design that mirrors the ethereal tapestry of Ho Tram’s coastline. The Bluffs Grand Ho Tram Strip, Vietnam Venturing forth upon the 18-holes championship

CGI rendering of Sunreef 70 Eco. Following the debut of the 80 Eco at last year’s Cannes Yachting Festival, Sunreef Yachts is staging the world premiere of the 70 Eco sailing yacht at this year’s edition running from 12 to 17 September. Sunreef’s dealers in Asia include Hong Seh Marine in Singapore and Lee Marine in Thailand.

When it comes to luxurious leather jackets, Lusso Leather is the pinnacle of elegance. As a well-known company, Lusso Leather is aware of the significant influence premium leather jackets have on the fashion industry. Their meticulous manufacturing and close attention to detail result in outstanding products that beautifully blend both design and function. Due to

Home may be where the heart is, but there’s truly nothing like a well decorated space that brings you a sense of peace and relaxation. While we admit that the hustle of city life may not give us all the time we’d like to stay at home and bask in the beauty of our personal

Galeon offers the 375 GTO with blue LED lighting all around the boat as well as underwater. At the MarineMax booth during this year’s Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS), Galeon’s sporty looking 375 GTO gleamed under the Florida sun. The atmosphere was electric with the DJ booth raising the energy with upbeat music and

We have been hearing whispers of an impending economic crash since the end of 2022 — the elusive “free market boogieman” that rears its head once every decade. The fashion industry and fashion consumers alike are listening, with the popularity of trends like “quiet luxury” perhaps the consequence of penny-pinching prudence. Quiet luxury has spotlighted

The Burj Khalifa. Image: Britannica. Did you know 10 August is Skyscraper Appreciation Day? Yes, these beloved skyscrapers represent cities and countries across the globe. From their stunning architecture to their rich amenities and features, we celebrate the iconic designs of these buildings and admire the genius architects behind them. Luxurious Skyscraper The Burj Khalifa

Photo: Lululemon Is there anything better than the thrill of adding the latest trending pieces, must-haves from cult brands, and coveted hard-to-find items to your cart? We think not. However, for those living in Singapore, the retail high is often replaced by buzzkill upon discovering that our favourite online stores don’t offer international shipping. That’s where Reship.com comes in. Putting an end to

The Prestige M8. If luxury real estate could float, it would look and feel like the Prestige M8 — the new 65ft flagship of the French shipyard’s M-Line of multihull motor yachts. Big-city life lived large is the first thing you think when boarding; such is the space and the glam that surrounds you. Imagine

Mega influencer Stephanie Hui shooting content for Valentino in Paris, March 2023. Photo: Instagram @stxph.h Influencer marketing first came into prominence with the dawn of social media at the end of the 2010s, seeing small to medium sized brands collaborate with popular social media personalities to market their products and services to audiences they would

While summer is still in full swing, brands have released their Fall/Winter 2023 campaigns with some offering a range of monochromatic images which perhaps signals the seasonless appeal brands are aiming to shift their artistic direction towards. While some choose to focus key pieces from their collections, others references a time gone by — from

Photo: Florian Schmidinger Around twenty years ago, someone looking to invest in property would not have to think twice about where prime real estate would lie. The real estate market was monopolised not beyond a few key cities such as Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo. In 2023, however, the real estate investment landscape

Photo: Yves Saint Laurent Sun-kissed by The Waters 37.2 by Saint Laurent Rive Droite Anthony Vaccarello had a vision of collaboration in mind for the Maison’s Rive Droite label’s “37.2” summer collection, opting to give the limelight to brands that are experts in what they do. Photo: Yves Saint Laurent Imbuing the playful spirit of

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph 39mm There is no fool-proof way to build a legacy. To put it another way, there is no tried-and-tested recipe that will secure your place in any given hall of fame. The Harvard Business Review has a sane albeit flimsy guide about the conscious methods one can adopt to maintain long-term

The “Big Apple” has traditionally been one of the strongest-performing luxury property markets in the US. Then Covid-19 happened, and many of the city’s elite left for warmer climates with more space. Now that trend is reversing, the city is welcoming people back again. Mezzanie Terrace at Tangram House West – Penthouse 3C, New York,

With over 25 years of design and manufacturing experience and a leader in lithium-ion battery safety, iAqua creates high-performance, technologically advanced underwater scooters that can be used with or without scuba diving equipment. A team of experienced testers including professional scuba divers rated and reviewed the AquaDart Nano and AquaDart Pro series in line with

Summer is in full bloom, which means less clothes and more skin in the unprecedentedly blistering heatwaves we are facing now. The heat may be high, but who said hot and sticky can’t also be sexy and romantic? Summer presents itself as the perfect time to debut a new fragrance that is light, bright and

Among her many honours, actress Gwyneth Paltrow has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a Primetime Emmy. She was renowned in her early days for being the face of Estée Lauder. More recently, her role in Marvel Cinematic Universe made her even more notable. Of course, her acting chops in Shakespeare in Love,

Six Senses Laamu The Maldives As I stepped off the seaplane onto the wooden dock, my heart skipped a beat with excitement. I had arrived at the Six Senses Laamu in the Maldives, and from the very first moment, it felt like I had stepped into paradise on Earth. The gentle breeze carried the scent

TAG Heuer Carrera Skipper Arguably better known for its connection to motor racing, TAG Heuer offers a timely reminder of its legacy in yachting now and then with distinctive timepieces such as the new Skipper chronograph. Launched in 1968, the Skipper was commissioned to commemorate the victory of the Intrepid in the America’s Cup of

Photo: Knight Frank Bob Dylan’s historic Scottish Highlands estate of 17 years was just listed for sale earlier this month. The now vacant Aultmore House is a historical Scottish landmark — one of the few well-maintained Edwardian country manors standing today since its completion in 1914. The 25-acre large estate sits in the northern tip