Patek Philippe Ref. 5738/50G One often thinks it a pity that watches are so small. It is so much easier to understand the compelling power of metiers d’art with just a bit of scale – you do not need Big Ben here, just something poster-size will do. Even pocket watches provide the requisite real estate,…
CEO Marc A. Hayek Blancpain photographed in Paudex, Switzerland In a world of assembly lines and financial investments, Blancpain anchors itself in the realm of passion. In the high-walled sanctuaries of Swiss watchmaking, there is a recurring temptation to turn horology into a game of statistics – a race to see who can cram the…
Once considered an indulgence, wellness has become one of luxury’s defining priorities. For today’s affluent consumer, true luxury extends beyond exceptional craftsmanship and personalised service to encompass better health, longevity and overall quality of life. The shift is backed by significant growth. According to the Global Wellness Institute’s 2025 Global Wellness Economy Monitor, the global…
Long celebrated as the “City in Nature”, Singapore’s wellness and self-care industry is evolving beyond traditional spa rituals into immersive experiences designed for the mind, body and lifestyle of the urban Singaporean. While many have traditionally travelled to regional wellness destinations in Bangkok, Bali and Malaysia for restorative retreats and holistic treatments, Singapore is now…
The Absolute 70 Fly was a world premiere at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival So impatient were two clients in the south of France for the Absolute 70 Fly that before a single image had been released, and nearly a year ahead of its debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September 2025, they had each placed…
Calling a solar-powered quartz watch innovative seems a bit of a stretch but when 10 minutes of sunning gets you 40 hours of operational power, we say fair enough. It was TAG Heuer movements director Carole Forestier who reminded us that the brand’s solargraph goes a full 10 months from a full charge of just…
Luxury fragrance has long traded on the idea of transportive storytelling, inviting wearers to experience places and memories and through scent. Increasingly, however, luxury maisons are looking inward, drawing inspiration from their own archives to create fragrances that feel deeply personal while also invoking the element of exoticism through the inclusion of dynamic notes and…
For most of the twentieth century, the answer to “where do you keep something valuable” was simple: you took it to the bank. That assumption is quietly coming apart. JPMorgan Chase, one of the largest retail banks in the country, has been phasing out its safe deposit box service. It isn’t alone. According to reporting…
An Iconic Address Finding Address Sky View initially feels like participating in a low-stakes urban treasure hunt designed by someone who really enjoys slip roads. Dubai has many talents — wayfinding is not always one of them. But once you finally glide into the porte-cochère, all is forgiven faster than a billionaire at brunch. The…
A well-fitted sport coat changes how you carry yourself. Off-the-rack options rarely account for your individual proportions, chest, shoulders, and arms, so many New Yorkers turn to custom tailoring. But what’s that actually going to run you? The answer hinges on several factors, and the range is wider than most people assume. This article breaks…