The first two blockbuster Paris shows clash styles: brief, bright and youthful 1960s inspiration from Dior, powerful tailoring and drape from Saint Laurent making 1980s glamour wearable now. Take your pick.
A new name to conjure with at London Fashion Week - Albanian designer Nensi Dojaka, the latest winner of the €300,000 LVMH prize and already dressing Hollywood, with delicately sexy lingerie-inspired styles, and sharp tailoring for the less than perfectly formed.
For 2022, the largest privately owned residential yacht on Earth, The World will embark on an incredible voyage, taking in five continents and 93 ports of call. From the sparsely populated Iceland and French Polynesia to major cities such as St Petersburg and Dubai, the itinerary – curated by the residents themselves – offers exclusive experiences to join this global residential community as a guest.
Car Deck
Afficionados of luxury cars and motorbikes will discover a stunning exhibition of fine machines at the Monaco Yacht Show (22-25 September 2021). The Car Deck showcases roughly 30 vintage and customised cars plus a selection of bespoke motorbikes that are all available to purchase and test-drive.
The storied history of Venice plays out across the hallowed walls of the soon to open Ca' di Dio hotel. Coinciding with its August 27 launch, the palatial property will also be made exclusively available on opening night to the winner of a special auction (awarded via NFT) on the Opensea marketplace this August 19.
Sapphire Experience
The Monaco Yacht Show invites you on an idyllic journey into the superyacht world with the Sapphire Experience VIP programme, a one-of-a-kind experience that allows VIPs special access to the outstanding superyachts, meetings with yacht designers and builders, invitations to private galas and cocktail hours and a ride on a luxury tender. From 22-25 September 2021.
A double-hit in London for Taiwanese artist and jewellery Cindy Chao: First, her Black Label Star Sapphire Brooch was an award-winner at Masterpiece London Online, and second, Chao’s Peony Brooch was inducted into the V&A Museum’s permanent collection.
Marking the reopening of The Biltmore Mayfair, the esteemed hotel is offering motoring enthusiasts an exclusive new package that allows guests to spend a day or two cruising the English countryside in a Bentley Bentayga, GT or GTC.
This summer, The Dorchester Rooftop is hosting famed LA restaurant The Polo Lounge at The Beverly Hills Hotel for a colourful new pop-up, complete with candy-striped decor, pink bougainvillea flowers and plenty of star-studded revelry.
A rare chance to see pieces from Bulgari’s recently launched Magnifica high jewellery and customisable watches – on view by appointment at their trunk show in the London Bond Street boutique until Sunday.
Bovet 1822 and Rolls-Royce unite for a unique coach-built “Boat Tail” that integrates bespoke Bovet timepieces into the Rolls-Royce dashboard.
Awash with an abundance of space and privacy, Niyama Private Islands Maldives serves as the intimate, idyllic setting where guests can create their own exceptional island experience. The jewel in Niyama’s crown is the Crescent, a private complex of five pool villas, perfect for travellers looking for space to share with family or friends (up to 14 adults and 8 children).
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