One design, a profusion of exquisitely-crafted versions, as Paris shoe brand Roger Vivier brings haute couture to handbags. The softly-pleated Viv'Choc chain-handled bag is worked a dozen ways, including handcrafted flowers in silk chiffon, feathers, hammered metal, complex beading and embroidery or hand-set crystals. Each a one-off but variants can be ordered.
The first selling exhibition at Sotheby’s London’s luxurious new Salon features unique works by high-flying Brazilian jeweller Fernando Jorge. Tactile, organic pieces with coloured gems, river pebbles and amber, and fluid cat's cradles of fine gold and diamonds, are technically complex, attracting global clients. From January 22 for two weeks.
Step into holiday warmth in an urban resort on its private island. Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, located in the heart of Bahrain, is an oasis offering ultimate privacy and the best of city vibes. The hotel, only fifteen minutes away from the airport, also takes place across the city’s newest shopping mall, which is accessible by water taxi. Private beach, adults-only, and family-friendly leisure facilities such as the waterpark and beach club with games, award-winning Wolfgang Puck dining, and the ultimate relaxation with the romantic Night Spa and more await you.
Feel right at home at Oaga Art Resort, the ideal place for families and couples to experience authentic Maldivian hospitality, heritage and art. Located close to the airport with free speedboat transfers, the resort has a large variety of features and activities, with the local team providing personalised service to ensure the comfort of visitors.
Gucci brings its Cosmos exhibition to London, reimagined to reflect founder Guccio’s early days working at the Savoy, where clients’ chic bags inspired him to design luggage. Displays all aspects of the brand's universe, mixing icons with modern successes from Tom Ford, Alessandro Michele and new name Sabato de Sarno. Magical rooms are Flora, its greatest print, and Archivia - open drawers to discover sketches, samples and one-off bags. Some of it is dark and intentionally disorientating. Until December 31.
Experience all New York City has to offer with a stay at Conrad New York Midtown, your home away from home. Located in the heart of Manhattan, Conrad New York Midtown offers discerning travelers a uniquely spacious and innately residential retreat.
A replica of the famous staircase catwalk at Chanel’s Paris salon dominates the magisterial new V&A exhibition on the revolutionary couturière’s life, along with 54 tweed suits and a room devoted to all her perfumes. Don’t miss the small stuff - documents recounting her relationships and legal battles, and the chance to see up close the exquisite craftsmanship of her airy evening gowns. September 16 to February 25.
Heesen Yachts' Jade is an all-aluminium, fast-cruising yacht powered by green ocean engines.
Her optimised, low-drag hull design with a reduced transom depth make her comfortable in rough seas yet perfect for cruising shallow waters. The ultra-efficient hull shape delivers on engineering and adventure, meaning Jade is ideal for both island hopping and longer passages.
Jade is a true siren of the seas. Her interior, imagined by Cristiano Gatto, is a lagoon of creativity. Cool and elegant in its choice of colours, it mixes materials and textured finishes to reflect natural light. Inviting and warm with chic undertones, the lively canvas is a creative starting point, ready to receive an owner’s personalised touch.
The Wheel of Time, the largest-ever European exhibition of work by Chinese jewellery innovator Wallace Chan, lights up Christie’s in London from September 4 to 10. 150 pieces include his inventions like the portrait cut that multi-reflects a carved gem, “fluid” porcelain that resembles clouds and spiritually symbolic, vivid designs.
Design your future yacht at the Yacht Design & Innovation Hub of the 2023 Monaco Yacht Show
Set sail on a voyage of design discovery at the Yacht Design & Innovation Hub during the Monaco Yacht Show. Experience avant-garde concepts and revolutionary technologies. Connect with visionary creators and industry experts. This is where yachting's future unfolds.
Monaco Yacht Show, September 27 to 30, 2023
Discover Kanai this Summer. Immerse in luxury and unwind with an extended stay at The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya, as we delight you with our unparalleled views, exquisite food and beverage offerings, and signature St. Regis Butler service.
Into the blue: Omega unites its wide-ranging Seamaster range for its 75th anniversary under one new colour - Summer Blue. From the simple Aqua Terra and engraved-hemisphere world timer to dive watches from hobby to professional, the blue gets progressivly deeper, including the Ultra Deep, engraved with a map of the Mariana Trench, which will safely take you 6000m down.
