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Piaget has achieved cult status in the world of haute horology, and last year relaunched several iconic timepieces including the Black Tie, now renamed the Andy Warhol. Photo: Handout
Timepieces

The luxury jewellery brands bringing artistry to the world of horology

Cartier was one of the first luxury houses to introduce its signature style to the world of watchmaking, and recently Tiffany & Co. signalled an intention to shift more of its focus to horology.

Technology

All ears: 4 headphones to buy for the best sounds on the go

Style Edit

Style Edit: Pierre Hardy’s Les Formes de la Couleur high jewellery for Hermès

Millionaires and billionaires

Who is Adam Dell, the venture capitalist ex of former TV chef Padma Lakshmi?

The pair dated in 2009 and when Lakshmi had a daughter in 2010, she refused to reveal her paternity – that and custody were eventually settled, and a brief reconciliation followed.

Venture capitalist Adam Dell, pictured in New York, in 2001. Photo: Getty Images
Beauty

Mane event: why hair perfumes are the new must-have, from Gisou to Chanel

Jen Atkin, founder of Ouai and Kashish Golani, founder of Ovviovita are among those creating scents that hydrate, protect and add shine, merging hair care with perfume for a luxurious finish.

Fame and celebrity

Pet jewellery: crystal cats, pooch pendants and rabbit rings

Immortalise your animal friend with a heartfelt miniature portrait by Francesca Villa, Castro Smith or Azlee Jewelry.

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Fashion

Style shoot: Prada plays with punk and sci-fi vibes for spring/summer 2025

Metallic fabrics, ‘alien’ accessories and hole-punched garments mix with sturdier woollens and distressed leather, alongside floral prints and feminine silhouettes.

Prada’s spring/summer 2025 collection, unveiled at Milan Fashion Week last September, plays with punk and sci-fi elements, blending retro-futuristic and classic vibes. Photography: Ricardo Beas
Celebrity style

What the stars wore to the 2025 Oscars – 14 must-see looks

For the biggest night in film – and red carpet fashion – Ariana Grande wore Glinda-esque Schiaparelli, Demi Moore stunned in sparkling Giorgio Armani Privé, and Timothée Chalamet donned a butter yellow Givenchy suit.

‘A humidor is more than a box’. Artisans meet Cuban cigar fans at fair

Meticulously carved Cuban cigar boxes, designed to keep their contents fresh, have become objects of attention in their own right.

Milan Fashion Week

Milan Fashion Week 2025: from Gucci’s transition to Fendi’s 100th anniversary

Gucci offers a ‘foundational’ collection as it awaits a new creative director, while Marni’s Francesco Risso wows with creative collaborations; Fendi’s family affair meanwhile hits it out of the park.

The Prada autumn/winter 2025 show had an undone quality to it, what co-creative directors Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons referred to as “raw glamour”. Photo: EPA-EFE
Timepieces

Audemars Piguet perpetual calendar movement changes the game

Perpetual calendar watches are usually fiddly to adjust, needing a tool. New Audemars Piguet models are reset with turns of a single crown.

An Audemars Piguet Royal Oak perpetual calendar watch in sand gold with the calibre 7138 ticking away inside. All date functions can be set through the crown, an innovation in watchmaking. Photo: Audemars Piguet
Luxury travel

The insider’s mini-guide to Mumbai: hotels, shopping, museums and more

Looking for an authentic experience in Mumbai? Our guide recommends some of the hottest spots in the home of Bollywood, far from the maddening crowds of the busiest tourist traps.

Art

This sculpture was lost for a century – then auctioned for millions

Camille Claudel, a lover and muse of French sculptor Auguste Rodin, created the sculpture in the late 19th century – it was recently discovered in an abandoned flat.

Fame and celebrity

What’s in Luka Doncic’s epic watch collection? From Audemars Piguet to Rolex

NBA star Doncic might have to up his whole fashion game after moving from Dallas to Los Angeles – but he has a head start thanks to his enviable collection of watches.

NBA superstar Luka Doncic is building quite the watch collection, with a focus on Audemars Piguet. Photos: @lukadoncic/Instagram, Audemars Piguet
London Fashion Week

London Fashion Week 2025: how independent brands are rethinking the runway

Rising costs and industry challenges kept many indie designers away, while brands like Huishan Zhang and Erdem are still holding shows to present their latest collections.

Erdem Moralıoğlu of Erdem designed his autumn/winter 2025 collection in collaboration with artist Kaye Donachie. Photo: Handout
Style Edit

Style Edit: Dua Lipa becomes the face of the new Chanel 25 bag

The singer turned heads in 3 different Chanel looks at the 2023 Met Gala, having previously performed in Chanel at LA’s Grammy Museum; the maison also designed custom looks for her recent Asian tour.

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Style Edit: Claire Choisne’s Untamed Nature collection for Boucheron

The maison’s latest high jewellery collection is inspired by its founder Frédéric Boucheron’s love of nature as well as the forms of plants like lingonberry, thistle and fuchsia.

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Fame and celebrity

Celebrities who love gambling – from Drake and Bruno Mars to Tiger Woods

Musicians such as Bruno Mars and Drake and athletes including Michael Jordan have long made headlines thanks to their love of betting: online, in Las Vegas casinos and elsewhere

Headline gamblers include sports and entertainment celebrities Michael Jordan (left), Bruno Mars and Tiger Woods. Photo: Nexus
Fame and celebrity

How to style like Golden Globe winner Zoe Saldaña, who stunned in Fendi

The Emilia Pérez star wore Fendi, but you can create a similar look with Dolce & Gabbana, Khaite and Métier.

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Style Edit: Aesop unveils its Aurner perfume with a limited edition ear cuff

Known for fusing traditional Thai craftsmanship with the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, the Bangkok-based designer’s creations reflect an appreciation of imperfection and transient beauty.

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Style Edit: Richard Mille RM 16-02 Automatic Winding Extraflat

The watch comes on the back of the success of the film The Brutalist and of its star Adrien Brody earning plaudits during this year’s awards season.

The Richard Mille RM 16-02 Automatic Winding Extraflat embodies the brutalist aesthetic even more than its predecessor. Photo: Handout
Celebrity style

How female celebrities are rocking ties, from Selena Gomez to Jenna Ortega

Ties have become the hottest accessory among female celebs and influencers, especially when teamed with a smart suit.

Jenna Ortega wearing a Dzojchen suit and exotically knotted tie at a Beetlejuice Beetlejuice event in London, in September 2024. Photo: @dzojchen
Style Edit

Style Edit: Gucci’s spring/summer 2025 campaign, Where Light Finds Us

Directed by Xavier Dolan, Where Light Finds Us stars Black-ish’s Yara Shahidi and George MacKay of 1917 fame, the actors portraying fleeting moments of intimacy that resonate.

Architecture and design

How luxury brands are creating residences as stunning as their fashion

Haute fashion maisons bring the luxe design ethos to every inch of these exclusive homes, from interiors to state-of-the-art gyms and pools.

Celebrity style

How to style like Daniel Craig, who wore Giorgio Armani to the Queer premiere

The actor looked laid-back smart and winter warm in the house’s signature shade of ‘greige’ – channel the look yourself with pieces by Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, The Row and Manolo Blahnik.

Daniel Craig wears Giorgio Armani at the premiere of Queer in London. Photo: WireImage
Fashion

Why pleats have endured, from ancient Greece to the modern red carpet

The style’s timeless appeal was on show in a Dolce & Gabbana dress at the Emmy’s, in a The Row gown at the Lacma Art+Film Gala, and at Elle’s annual Women in Hollywood event.

Pleating originated in ancient Greece and it’s still in fashion today, as seen on the runway at Chanel’s 2024-25 metiers d’art show in Hangzhou, China. Photo: Handout
Icons and Influencers

20 years of Erdem Moralıoğlu: the London-based designer shares his inspirations

London Fashion Week’s favourite designer shares what inspires him in the city, in Japan and elsewhere.

Luxury travel

Why luxe ski resort Courchevel in France should be on your bucket list

Ski, spa then shop for Chanel’s Coco Neige collection or exclusive Baguettes from Fendi, Moncler accessories or Moonboots.

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