Image courtesy of Unsplash. Quiet luxury has become associated with understated fashion, timeless design and exceptional craftsmanship. Instead of relying on recognisable logos or extravagant displays of wealth, the philosophy emphasises quality, discretion and thoughtful choices. Yet the same principles extend beyond wardrobes and interiors into how people manage their personal finances. Financial organisation is…
Clinical judgement shapes the quality of aesthetic care, from understanding a patient’s concern to deciding whether treatment is appropriate. Estimates from the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery indicate that plastic surgeons performed nearly 178,000 non-surgical aesthetic procedures across six Southeast Asian markets in 2025, including 11,753 in Singapore. These figures exclude treatments administered by…
The suit is returning to menswear at precisely the moment when fewer men are required to wear one. Across 2026 collections, tailoring has moved away from the rigid corporate uniform towards what buyers have described as a “new formality”: relaxed double-breasted jackets, softly structured silhouettes, pleated trousers and fabrics chosen as much for comfort as…
Since reimagining Gerald Genta’s 1976 Ingenieur SL integrated sports watch design in 2023 as the Ingenieur Automatic 40mm, IWC Schaffhausen has steadily diversified the collection through case sizes and materials, including unveiling a 35mm stainless-steel reference with a summery electric-blue dial just this July. On the technical front, the brand has also expanded the modern…
As luxury evolves beyond indulgence, wellbeing is becoming a more considered pursuit, shaped by what nourishes the body, restores the mind, and enriches everyday life. LUXUO explores this shift through three acts: Nourish, from Javanese herbal traditions to mindful dining; Restore, from sleep science to longevity; and Reconnect, through meditation and mindfulness. Together, these stories…
More than looking for a marketing strategy, Azimut executives did some real soul-searching to identify the needs of today’s yachtsmen when creating their Seadeck series. Three key points came up, comprising the need to reduce emissions, to incorporate sustainable build materials, and to provide ways to enjoy the sea in a simple, direct and even…
Longtime readers will realise that we have a couple of new faces for our interviews this issue. As it happens, the world of watches can be somewhat limited in who speaks for the watchmakers, and every type of media has its own limited preferences too. Plenty of watch specialist media prefer to only speak with…
For more than six decades, the Seiko Prospex line – short for “Professional Specifications” – has occupied a singular place in sports timekeeping, if not in timing. Rather than treating dive watches as luxury signifiers styled after functional templates, Seiko developed this type of watch through rigorous field trials in extreme environments. From the freezing…
Sofitel Montréal Le Carré Doré – Golden Mile approaches luxury hospitality through a distinct cultural perspective, bringing French elegance into dialogue with the character of Québec. Located on Sherbrooke Street in Montréal, the hotel places personalised service, genuine care, and a sense of place at the centre of the guest experience. Its standing as a…
You will already have heard about what was once the year’s worst kept secret but once again, for the record, IAMWATCH is back for its second edition this year from 12-15 November. It will happen at the same place, the Singapore EDITION, and the programme details have not been published yet, but here is what…