When a fire tore through Chiltern Firehouse on Valentine’s Day this year, it didn’t just shutter one of London’s most iconic destinations – it left a void in the city’s social soul. The hotel’s Laddershed bar had long been a glittering crucible of A-list celebrities, industry titans, cultural tastemakers, and impossibly stylish out-of-towners. Now, the…
From retro-inspired electric marvels to futuristic shapes that turn heads, 2025 promises an automotive lineup full of surprises, daring designs and next-level innovation. Get ready to fuel your excitement with LUXUO’s lineup of dynamic car designs of 2025 so far. Lego Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie LEGO Technic Aston Martin Valkyrie embodies the hyper car form….
High jewellery has long been synonymous with opulence and ornamentation. Historically, jewellery was not merely a way to adorn oneself, but a means of expressing power, prestige and artistic mastery. High jewellery in 2025 revels in its own theatricality — with oversized gemstones, sculptural settings and unexpected forms. It is not a shift, but a…
From the playful to the bold, these designs prove that your home can be a canvas of vibrant colours, dynamic shapes and just the right amount of kitsch. LUXUO discovers how a handful of interior designers, home decorators and furnishing brands are pushing boundaries and inviting you to reimagine your living space with fresh, fearless…
The fashion industry often serves as a mirror that reflects the social and economic state of a given moment. In 2025, amid economic uncertainty with Trump’s related tariffs and global unease, luxury brands are responding with an unexpected yet welcome pivot: playfulness. Whether through surreal sets, eclectic casting, or tongue-in-cheek storytelling, luxury fashion’s latest campaigns…
There’s a quiet shift happening on bathroom shelves and nightstands — one that doesn’t come with celebrity endorsements, neon billboards, or viral TikToks (at least not yet). It’s coming from a fragrance brand called Free Yourself, and if you’ve experienced it, you know: this is not just perfume. This is something else entirely. Free Yourself…
Hublot’s Big Bang Unico Magic Ceramic It is difficult to write about Hublot without abusing words such as innovation and innovative, which the brand’s press releases sagely suggest. Well, the world’s most difficult to pronounce two-syllable watch brand name has delivered on what might be a genuine innovation in watchmaking – multi-coloured homogenous ceramic. Right…
The Aquila 46 Coupe was the Power Catamarans Under 15m winner at this year’s Yacht Style Awards Aquila Power Catamarans has been growing its powercat range faster than its competitors, and even faster than most conventional monohull makers. Last autumn, it introduced the 50 Yacht inboard flybridge and at this year’s Miami International Boat Show in…
Pack your best kaftans and consider upgrading that SPF — there’s a new player on the Turkish Riviera, and it’s coming for your sun-drenched, Aperol-fueled dreams. Meet XO Cape Arnna, the debut jewel in the glitzy tiara of the new XO Collection, which officially flung open its impeccably landscaped doors on April 15. It’s part…
Choosing the right wheels for your muscle car can transform not only its appearance but also its performance on the road. Whether you’re looking to make a bold visual statement or improve handling and braking, selecting the perfect set of wheels doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this guide, we break down five essential tips…