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Patek Philippe goes Tiffany & Co. blue for 170th anniversary collab

In a celebration of quiet luxury, the Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5711 celebrates the 170th anniversary of the partnership with Tiffany & Co.

Featuring a dial with Tiffany’s trademark shade of blue, where both logos appear on the dial: Patek Philippe at 12 o’clock and Tiffany & Co. at 6 o’clock, this watch marks an unprecedented milestone for both luxury houses.

In an immaculate blend, the piece retains all the signature Nautilus design details: a Gérald Genta designed case, horizontal-raised relief on the dial, and luminous baton hands and hour markers.

It is powered by the precise self-winding calibre 26-330 S C. The caseback bears the inscription “170th Anniversary 1851-2021 Tiffany & Co. – Patek Philippe”.

This watch will be made in an extremely limited run of 170 pieces globally, marking another step in the history of Patek Philippe.

Nautilus Watch Ref. 5711 from Patek Philippe in collaboration with Tiffany & Co. Courtesy of the brand.

 

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Tiffany & Co. unveils new store at The Gardens Mall

Tiffany & Co. opens its third store in Malaysia at The Gardens Mall, a luxury shopping destination nestled in Mid Valley City. Spanning nearly 2400 sqft, the new space is not only home to an assorted selection of diamond and jewellery designs, but it also manifests a new vision of Tiffany & Co.

Inside the new store, reveals a fresh approach to Tiffany’s store design. It is captivating, unexpected, and immersive, while soft lighting lends warmth to the luxurious atmosphere. A custom porcelain GINGKO chandelier designed by visual artist Andreea Braescu highlights the Love & Engagement section.

Inspired by the organic beauty of nature, Braescu’s creation is a nod to Tiffany’s true to life artisanal craftsmanship. Elsewhere, a pop art print of the legendary Jean Schlumberger’s Bird on a Rock is adorned on the wall, bringing a touch of New York City’s charm and energy to the space.

Here, you can find the classic pieces of Tiffanny as well as its latest jewellery designs, including Tiffany T1 and Tiffany HardWear. The new store will also showcase the Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger high jewellery travelling collection, featuring iconic pieces from the designer.

 

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Fresh Vibrations: The new Longines evidenza

A stalwart in crafting timepieces of precision and elegance, Longines offers watches with a distinct and recognisable appeal—inspired by the brand’s treasure trove of archive pieces stemming from over a century of watchmaking history.

 

Celebrating 18 years since its launch in 2005, the Longines evidenza catapults into the spotlight once again with its sophisticated timelessness, confidently holding its own in the current zeitgeist. Its contemporary sensibility has not “aged” a day since it was created, making it perfect for the 21st century woman who is seeking to redefine the essence of her modern femininity with an accessory that reflects her unique aesthetic, determination and passion for life.

The Longines evidenza with its pure, fluid lines encapsulate the enduring design DNA of the Swiss brand. Drawn from a mid-1920s Art Deco sensibility, the emblematic collection syncs with and mirrors the age when Longines resolutely produced its first shaped watches, as far back as 1911, in the form of the tonneau with perfectly taut curves.

For the latest automatic ladies’ rendition, new dial colours are in store: sea green and silver that evoke sea spray and the open sea—elements that stir the spirit and remind us of a time when breezy and carefree days were more of a given than a luxury.

 

Setting the dial apart is a matte centre that fans outwards in a sun-ray finish, emanating a subtle yet sensuous dimension. The hour circle is embellished by sleek, elongated Roman numerals and sandblasted, rhodium-plated hands. To enhance the sharp, rhythmic visual cues of the steel case housing an automatic movement is a crown discernibly adorned with a blue aluminium ring.

 

 

Giving Longines evidenza its tone-on-tone palette are complementary sea green and blue leather straps, with the extra option of a flexible and comfortable steel bracelet secured with a triple-security folding clasp. Once again, this welcomed addition to the Longines 2021 family of novelties epitomises nothing less than the purest Swiss watchmaking tradition yet imbued with a vibe that resonates with the new generation.

 

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10 luxurious jewellery pieces of this Fall/Winter 2021

From Chanel, Chopard to Piaget, these top-of-the-line jewellery pieces definitely will elevate your appearance.

Chanel

It’s the 100th anniversary of the iconic N°5 perfume and Patrice Leguéreau has just the present to celebrate the milestone. The Chanel Fine Jewelry Creation Studio director has crafted over a hundred stunning haute joaillerie pieces for Collection N°5 and they include this Golden Sillage bracelet in yellow gold and platinum with yellow sapphires, spessartite garnets and diamonds.

 

Chopard

Everything in Chopard’s Red Carpet collection is literally breathtaking—one does not simply enumerate the components in each piece without gasping for air. This cuff bracelet, for one, features Mandarin garnets, Paraiba tourmalines, pastel sapphires, white opals, pink quartz, tsavorites, tanzanites, kunzite, amethysts, aquamarines, beryls, topaz, citrines, rubies, tourmalines and diamonds.

 

De Beers

Untamed nature serves as the backdrop for De Beers’ Reflections of Nature high jewellery range. Capturing the maze of waterways, floodplains and islands of Botswana’s Okavango Delta, the Okavango Grace creations, particularly these climber earrings, boast rough and polished diamonds in a true-to-life colour scheme of green, pink, brownish pink, purple and grey.

 

Dior

A decade has passed since Victoire de Castellane came out with her lush Bal des Roses collection. Now, once again paying a tribute to Christian Dior and his favourite flower, the creative director introduces the sparkling new RoseDior range, which brings forth a slew of exquisite designs such as these RoseDior earrings in textured yellow gold with diamonds.

 

Gucci

The oh-so whimsical garden at Gucci continues to grow with the expansion of the Hortus Deliciarum high jewellery collection. Echoing the eclectic quixotism of creative director Alessandro Michele’s kaleidoscopic universe, the new batch is inspired by the mesmeric hues of the sky at various times of the day which is perfectly illustrated by this classic cocktail ring.

 

Louis Vuitton

Diving deeper into its past, Louis Vuitton takes its devotees back to the very beginning—when its founder embarked on that journey across France to realise his dreams—for the Bravery high jewellery assortment. The Arrow ring cleverly narrates this account, serving as a metaphor for his odyssey and a literal interpretation of his legacy with the incorporation of the emblematic V motif.

 

Hermès

An icon at Hermès has received the ultimate star treatment with the brand’s latest jewellery entry. The Kellymorphose line, just as its name suggests, takes after the legendary Kelly bag defined by a strong and assertive form, side straps, clasp, padlock and key-holder—elements that are present in the pieces under the banner notably this Kelly Gavroche necklace.

 

Piaget

Where there’s darkness, there’s light. Promising to illuminate even in the bleakest of nights, Piaget’s Extraordinary Lights high jewellery pieces are imbued with the most spectacular light phenomenon. The Magical Aurora necklace, for instance, is bound to set the sky ablaze with the verdant hue of its emeralds and the unparalleled sparkle of its diamonds.

 

Habib

Springtime stretches all year long at Habib and the blossoming of The Bouquet in the fall season shows us just that. This stunning frangipani-inspired brooch, handcrafted in a restful combination of 18k rose and white gold, exudes the feeling of unfiltered femininity as the pink petals unfurl under the morning sun and unveil 391 pieces of brilliant-cut diamonds.

 

Tiffany & Co.

Nature’s most vivid chromatic displays are turned into mesmerising works of art at Tiffany & Co. as the jeweller releases its 2021 Blue Book collection. Themed Colours of Nature, the new roster is brimming with one-of-a-kind masterworks including this delicate butterfly brooch in 18k yellow gold peppered with purple sapphires and dazzling diamonds.

 

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Making scents with Parfums Henry Jacques

In the quieter lifestyle that has resulted from long days spent at home, we now have ample time to be still and just being—free and unencumbered from the many activities that once distracted us from “me time”.

Indeed, this is a wonderful window of opportunity to establish a ritual of self-care indulging the senses and what better way than traipsing down the scented path to discover anew and awaken unearthed emotions, memories and inspirations.

Henry Jacques boutique, Kuala Lumpur

As Anne-Lise Cremona, daughter of the great perfumer Henry Jacques, once said, “If time is the new luxury, perfume is time for yourself.”

The Henry Jacques haute parfumerie, steeped in tradition yet resolutely avant-garde, draws on time-honoured codes to design contemporary elegance. Its greatest gift is that of pure perfume together with its rituals which are dissipating in a hyper modern world.

From the heart of Provence, time stands still in the laboratory and birthplace of Henry Jacques haute parfumerie, where perfumed dreams and creative impulses hold sway in a thousand scents, composed of premium natural essences gleaned from all over the world.

With the rebirth of the Essences, the Maison brings back the beauty of a gesture and time for oneself, time to find yourself. With peerless rigour, the crafting atelier selects the natural essences, weighing their nuances which are then allowed to interact, change and harmonise with each other to reach a perfect balance.

Henry Jacques boutique, Singapore

Think velvety rose; intoxicating tuberose; sunny lavender; sumptuous jasmine; soft, sensual, heady musk; subtle, hot, marine ambergris—a glimpse of the palette of essences making up its enchanted realm of fragrances. Great perfumery where memory and the senses converge, along with an alchemy of colours, textures and ideas to conjure and sublimate a personal journey.

Among Henry Jacques’ treasure trove is Les Classiques de HJ, whose 50 fragrances represent the Maison’s immense olfactive accomplishments as well as the gateway to its universe as an expression of the different facets of one’s personality and sartorial sense. A different scent profile for the mood and style of the day and night, so to speak.

Henry Jacques boutique, Hong Kong

The purity of the Essences defines the foundations of the perfumery, along with reviving the elegance of applying perfume to the skin. With just a few subtle drops, the fragrance is left lingering without pervading the physical space but the memory and soul.

To further personalise one’s olfactive odyssey of owning an intimate collection of Henry Jacques perfumes is the grandeur and nobility associated with the ancient notion ofperfume chests to store those precious bottles of essences. Available in configurations that can showcase up to 3, 6 or 10 crystal flacons and in four colours of choice: taupe, brown, beige and pink, these perfume boxes are complimentary with the purchase of 3, 6 or 10 bottles of Les Classiques or Les Brumes.

A private perfume ritual is a marvellous way to luxuriate in carving time out for oneself—simply by reaching for a personal selection of scents that speak with the power of a recollection or an impression of life and which is safely nestled in a refined perfume box gracing the alcove of a room, a bathroom vanity or a beautiful credenza.

Displaying one’s unique persona, the perfume box also holds the beautiful memories and important moments in one’s life. The simple, delicate allure of timeless perfumes elevated to an Art of Living leaves not only an enduring imprint as “companions of absence, mementos of the sublime” but they also perfectly narrate who we are or want to be.

Visit parfumshenryjacques.com to find out more.

 

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Season to rejoice with the new Hermès Twilly Eau Ginger

From mischievous to spicy and now joyful, bright and sparkling—characteristics we should all be lucky to have in every and any season—the Twilly d’Hermès family of fragrances delivers them all.

Created by Christine Nagel, the Twilly Eau Ginger, the third to join the Twilly d’Hermès tribe, emanated the same rule of three as her two elder siblings: tribe, boldness and attitude.

 

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Twilly Eau Ginger is presented in a box printed with the Astrologie nouvelle design that has been reworked in fresh palette of colours. Nestled within, the perfume’s rounded, curvaceous bottle comes tied prettily with a new silk ribbon and topped with a brilliant white cap.

Full of character and whimsy with a dash of audacity and unwavering joie de vivre, the new Twilly d’Hermès scent imparts its charm by weaving together three ingredients of generous and vibrant peony, vivid candied ginger, and supple, lively cedar.

 

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The new Twilly Eau Ginger (available in three sizes – 30 ml, 50 ml and 85 ml) is available at Hermès boutiques in Pavilion KL and The Gardens Mall, as well as at counters in selected Parkson, Isetan and Sogo stores, and Sephora Malaysia.

Visit hermes.com to find out more.

 

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All we want right now is this Chanel N°5 advent calendar

In a blink of an eye, 2021 is hitting its last lap and the holiday season will be upon us in a few weeks; and Chanel is here early to get us pumped with festive joy.

Continuing from the excitement of the Chanel Factory 5 collection, Chanel Beauty is back with an array of festive goods that highlights its iconic Chanel N°5 fragrance.

And we are here to talk about The Calendar, a 27-day holiday advent calendar that brings the best of  Chanel N°5 to you.

Shaped like the Chanel N°5 fragrance bottle, The Calendar is unlike your usual advent calendar as the boxes start with the number 5 and ends with number 31.5, reflecting the iconic N°5 motif and the prestigious address of 31 Rue Cambon respectively.

Within each box holds amazing surprised from the beauty offerings of Chanel including a limited-edition ROUGE ALLURE lipstick inspired by N°5, LE VERNIS in a new shade of red, and a bottle of N°5 Eau de Parfum.

Alongside those, Chanel also prepared a bracelet bearing the number 5, a one-of-a-kind  snow globe, and a host of other accessories dedicated to the fragrance and designed just for the occasion.

This limited edition advent calendar is priced at RM 3090 and will be available exclusively in Chanel Fragrance & Beauty boutiques.

Together with The Calendar, Chanel Beauty has also launch various other limited edition products including a limited bottle design of Chanel N°5 eau de parfum, the N°5 holiday makeup collection.

The Chanel N°5 “The Calendar: will be available at all CHANEL Fragrance & Beauty Boutiques from 1st November 2021 onwards.

Alternatively, you can also shop for the perfect Holiday Gift on the CHANEL E-SHOP starting 16th October 2021 at my-eshop.chanel.com.

 

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Jennie brings the cool to winter with her Chanel Coco Neige campaign

When it comes to Chanel, the name Jennie Kim (of Blackpink) needs no further introduction and this uber-chic K-Pop princess is back again to strike it cool for the new Coco Neige campaign, featuring the brand’s latest winter sports collection.

Shot by the legendary photograph duo Inez and Vinoodh, the campaign images sees Jennie in a variety of looks including a padded ski coat, cardigans, Chanel-branded AirPods cases and bold jewellery designs.

On the collection, Jennie says, “I find it amazing to see how Virginie Viard brought elegance into ski wear. I think Virginie Viard creates for many different women and has a different story to every collection that she made.”

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“Just hearing about being able to join the ‘Coco Neige’ collection was like a dream. I love to go out in the snow, doing winter sports. I really like how snow just makes you feel. Wearing these clothes makes me feel like I’m ready to ski tomorrow.”

 

Discover more on www.chanel.com.

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Coach unveils Windows of the Future in Malaysia

Coach is back again making headlines in Malaysia where it unveils the “Windows Of The Future” initiative to celebrate Coach stores around the world that are recognised as community hubs with bespoke experiences.

For this new project, nine locations worldwide were chosen to host bespoke window displays that are created in collaboration with local artists and Coach Pavilion Elite KL is one of them.

Inspired by Coach’s free-spirited and inclusive approach to its heritage, these installations will feature iconic Coach motifs and recent brand campaigns and for Malaysia, we were chosen to house the legendary mascot Rexy and the new Coach Rogue bag.

Through bespoke 3D innovation and technology. Rexy and the Rogue bag are supersized and animated in 3D to make a rogue appearance at the Pavilion Elite giant LED screen – the largest screen in Bukit Bintang, Malaysia’s shopping hub.

On the LED screen, Rexy can be seen walking around the screen and holding Rogue bags– reflecting the Rogue’s unique attitude, inspired by free-spirits, rebels and dreamers.

And to celebrate its arrival to Malaysia, a cast of Malaysian celebrities and personalities were captured visiting and interacting with the installation, all dressed in the latest Coach collection.

 

This installation also marks another sustainable approach by Coach to reduce environmental impact in the world. Instead of constantly changing window displays every season, the new Rexy display features a LED background which will change to reflect new themes for each season, which will reduce wastage that comes when producing new seasonal displays.

To further enhance the “Windows Of The Future” experience, Coach Malaysia also introduces an interactive digital mobile AR game, where customers can immerse in an AR experience that allows customers to go on a mission to help the Rexy to capture more Rogue bags.

Players with the highest points collected will win an exclusive Rogue bag at the end of the campaign. The digital game is available to play (on mobile only) from 4th October until 24th October 2021.

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You can now play the AR game via mobile at rexygoesrogue.coachexperiencemy.com.

Discover more on www.coach.com.

 

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Gucci 100: A celebration fashion and pop culture

22,705 — that’s the exact number of times that Gucci has been cited in lyrics as shorthand for luxury and panache. Think Lil Pump’s “Gucci Gang,” Rick Ross’ “Green Gucci Suit”, Future’s explicit, much memed line from “Thought It Was a Drought” and even K-Pop artist Jessi’s “Gucci”.

That was the impetus to the Gucci 100 celebration that pays homage to the language of fashion and music in commeration of Gucci’s 100th anniversary.

Alessandro Michele has certainly heard the songs—and he’s embraced them wholeheartedly for the house’s Gucci 100 collection.

The brand’s Creative Director keenly understands how Gucci has both contributed and benefited from its space in popular culture. To this point, he pays tribute in conjunction with Gucci’s centennial, with a bevy of fur-trimmed shoes, canvas bags that contrast archive prints and bold lettering, alongside striking patterned outerwear.

But, it’s not just 21st-century trap upstarts that have caught Michele’s attention. The Gucci 100 collection pays homage to the braggadocio of old-school hip-hop from Eric B. & Rakim to the rawness of punk rock.

Notably, a rather literal lyric from garage punk band The Cramps appears on several canvas bags: “This one’s dedicated to all you Gucci bag carriers out there, it’s called “You Got Good Taste!”

Of course, a Gucci collection wouldn’t be complete without the house’s symbolic logo, applied liberally throughout the collection on jacquard moccasins and leather bags alike.

Beyond overt references to some of pop culture’s most brazen songs, Michele is sentimental about how far the 100-year-old Italian brand has come.

In his notes for this year’s Aria collection, he compares Gucci to a towering, aged tree—albeit not inveterate or timeworn, but one that can change with the seasons and sink its roots deeper and further.

“In my work, I caress the roots of the past to create unexpected inflorescences, carving the matter through grafting and pruning,” said Michele. “I appeal to such ability to reinhabit what has already been given.”

And to wrap it up, Gucci has also engaged a cast of Malaysian fashion stars, artists and personalities including Jane Chuck, Dolla, Zhen Ning, Scha Alyahya and more for a special shoot to welcome the arrival of Gucci 100.

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Campaign credits

Creative Director: Alessandro Michele; Art Director: Christopher Simmonds; Photographer & Director: Joshua Woods; Make up: Diane Kendal; Hair: Paul Hanlon

Video credits

“Zombie”

Artist: Fela Kuti & Afrika 70

“I Love The Nightlife (Disco ‘Round)” – Single Version

Artist: Alicia Bridges

“I’ll Chase The Blues Away” – Single Version / Matrix 39614

Artist: Chick Webb And His Orchestra with Ella Fitzgerald

“It Was A Good Day” – Album Version

Artist: Ice Cube

“Time Limit”

Artist: The Nurse

“You’re Gonna Miss Me”

Artist: The 13th Floor Elevators

 

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Dior revisits the timeless Mizza leopard motif

The muse at the heart of the Dior Fall/Winter 2021 collection is Monsieur Dior’s eternal muse Mizza Bricard, who made leopard print her personal identity.

Creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri revisits the timeless Mizza leopard motif this by translating the feline grace and daring eccentricity onto a sleek contemporary wardrobe. From the Bar jacket to the Dior Book Tote and Dior Caro, the couturier’s classics are refreshed with the Mizza Print into versatile statement pieces for now and forever.

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The Victoria Bag by Hermès

Fashion trends come and go but one movement is definitely here to stay: sustainability. Hermès, the French heritage house known for its ultra-luxurious calfskin bags, is now experimenting with a new fungi-derived leather alternative material.

The Victoria Bag, one of its classic handbag designs, is reimagined in a mix of canvas, calfskin and Sylvania — a new form of Fine Mycelium, produced by MycoWorks.

The San Francisco-based start-up has managed to find a way to turn a “network of threads from the root structure of mushrooms—into a material that imitates the properties of leather.”

Fine Mycelium, the genesis of Sylvania, is manufactured in the MycoWorks facility. It is then tanned and finished in France by the Hermès tanners to further refine its strength and durability, and shaped in the workshops by in-house craftspeople.

The amber-hued travel bag retains a sturdy silhouette with a natural patina finish, much like its original version that was born in 1997, Hermès’ Year of Africa, and named after Zimbabwe’s famous waterfalls.

It seems fitting that a travelling bag inspired by nature has now taken on a new sustainable material as a response to increasingly ethically minded and sustainability-focused consumers.

 

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Jewel in The Crown: Cartier reveals the latest Double C de Cartier bag

Minimal, chic, timeless and every bit as desirable as the jewels, the Double C de Cartier bag captures a modern sensibility by highlighting a striking double-C insignia in metal and lacquer on the clasp.

Now, accentuated with a glimmering removable metal chain strap, it takes on a sleeker look that gives the sac a day-to-night versatility—just perfect for busy, multitasking moments.

 

Double C de Cartier Mini Chain Bag in Red Cherry and Black

 

Double C de Cartier Mini Chain Bag in Powder Pink

 

Double C de Cartier Small Pouch in Fuchsia and Black

 

Double C de Cartier Small Chain Bag in Black

Photography: Eric Chow / Blink Studio

Styling: Amelia Tan

Creative Direction: Ian Loh

 

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Artycapucines: 6 artists reimagines the Louis Vuitton Capucines bag

Louis Vuitton is taking the golden combination of fine art and luxury to new heights.

The third chapter of Louis Vuitton’s limited-edition, artist-designed Artycapucines Collection sees six cutting-edge contemporary artists from all corners of the globe — Gregor Hildebrandt, Donna Huanca, Huang Yuxing, Vik Muniz, Paola Pivi and Zeng Fanzhi — lending their unique visions to the iconic Louis Vuitton Capucines bag named after Rue Neuve-des-Capucines, the Parisian street on which Louis Vuitton opened his first store in 1854.

Artycapucines by Donna Huanca

The result is a perfect blend of beauty and creativity courtesy of the artists’ talent, fused with the ingenuity and absolute craftsmanship of the House’s skilled artisans — turning the Capucines into beautiful, distinct entities, whilst still celebrating the features which make it a true object of desire.

While Gregor Hildebrandt’s monochrome design makes a striking impression with its screen-printed leather and LV signature inlaid with vinyl records, Donna Huanca’s tactile iteration catches the eye with meticulous hand-painted embroidery and piercing rings.

Huang Yuxing’s beautifully embroidered Capucines interpretation evokes a colourful and fantastical landscape; and Vik Muniz’s characteristically joyful design is enhanced with effervescent trompe l’oeil effects and a playful aesthetic.

Savoir fair of the Artycapucines by Gregor Hildebrant

Savoir fair of the Artycapucines by Gregor Hildebrant

Savoir fair of the Artycapucines by Gregor Hildebrant

 

Crafted using complex leather marquetry and rich gold-leaf gilding, Paola Pivi’s creation pays tribute to the art of craft; followed by fellow artist Zeng Fanzhi’s reinterpretation of a Van Gogh self-portrait, now brought to life with over 700,000 remarkably worked embroidery stitches.

By rendering the accessory in their own unique style, these international visionaries have made each bag not only a piece of art, but an outstanding product of savoir-faire too.

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The Artycapucinese Collection, which now contains 18 distinctive designs from celebrated artists, including Henry Taylor, Beatriz Milhazes, Urs Fischer, Zhao Zhao, Jean- Michel Othoniel and Tschabalala Self, once again attests that art and fashion have a symbiotic relationship that stems from the same sensibility. After all, who needs expensive frames when you can just be your own walking canvas?

 

Discover more on www.louisvuitton.com.

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Spring In September: Roberto Coin’s Princess Flower collection

Leafing through Roberto Coin’s design repertoire is always a trip in and of itself. The jeweller, as many would know, has an innate inclination for heritage as his creations more often than not take after familiar cultural gems that speak to his Italian roots.

Of those that have been referenced, nature and architecture seem to be the themes that have resonated with the designer most. A good case in point here is the majestic Princess Flower. Capturing the romantic side of a woman’s imagination, it recalls the floral decorations unique to the Venetian palazzos.

 

The staple collection has recently been refreshed with another batch of flower-centric jewels that bloom from the hands of skilled artisans at the eponymous jewellery house. A symbol of the perpetual metamorphoses of nature, the small diamond flower that decorates the pieces in Princess Flower is now re- elaborated to take centre stage. And much like the ones that come before them, the delicate flowers here are cultivated from twisted gold threads that eventually grow into their internal, three-dimensional structures—a metaphor of life in its purest form.

Staying true to the lively mood of the collection, Roberto Coin has also brought into play the mysterious blue lapis lazuli and the Robin egg blue turquoise—along with other brand icons like malachite, black jade and mother of pearl—to illustrate the blossoming flowers. The latter is especially noteworthy as it is extracted from the Sleeping Beauty Mine located in New Mexico. This rare and ravishing gemstone is a by-product of copper mining that is very much valued by Native Americans who have been using them in their jewellery since the beginning of time.

 

“Consumers and the market change together with the world. I find that the new generations are particularly invested in the story behind the products, the values and mission. This pleases me very much, as all our jewels have a story and a soul. Each one of the jewels, even the simplest one in design, has a meaning and style to offer the woman who will wear it,” said Mr. Coin in an interview with L’Officiel Malaysia a while back.

To him, the creative process never stays constant. He is always looking for new ideas to reproduce in new designs and with new stories to tell.

 

Visit robertocoin.com to find out more.

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Bold and Beautiful: Between The Finger rings by Van Cleef & Arpels

No one does statement jewellery quite like Van Cleef & Arpels. Capturing the luxe and avant-garde nature of the design while maintaining an acute awareness of wearability, the Between the Finger ringsespecially testify to the innovative and inventive spirit that the Parisian jeweller is often lauded for.

These singular, visionary pieces have become a favourite among the Maison’s avid aficionados since they burst onto the scene in the 1970s.

With a brilliant concept that sees two graphic motifs topping an open band, engaging in a delicate tête-à-tête, they instill a different kind of panache into the art of jewellery-wearing. The finger-spanning rings have appeared in many of Van Cleef & Arpels’ signature collections including the spring-loving Frivole, which boasts two asymmetrical corollas—accentuated by some dazzling diamonds—that are subtly inclined and set in split-level positions to catch the light.

Visit vancleefarpels.com to find out more.

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People4ocean: A Sunscreen that protects your skin and the ocean

Australian-based skincare label People4Ocean has developed a new generation of sunscreens. The new products, according to the brand, are free from ocean-polluting ingredients.

Ditching potentially harmful ingredients People4Ocean opts for organic components instead, such as carrot pigments, coconut oil, and more. Despite not using chemical UV filters, People4Ocean sunscreens are just as effective as the ones currently sold in the market. The new products were part of a collaboration with the Australian Spa label La Gaia Unedited, and have since been recognised at the Australian Non-Toxic Awards 2020.

Both Louise and Austin Laing are reef scientists; Credit: People4Ocean

Taking things a step further, People4Ocean products are 100 per cent Australian-made using solar power and adhere to strict ethical practices. The packaging uses recyclable sugarcane PE bioplastics and the brand also provides shoppers with an option for carbon-neutral shipping. People4Ocean — husband and wife duo, Louise and Austin Laing — kickstarted this project when they observed that while people are more conscious about the importance of sunscreen, many are unaware of water-polluting ingredients commonly found in such products. These include Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, and Octocrylene.

Ingredients such as these can have adverse effects on ocean wildlife, which have already taken a serious hit over the years. Conservation specialists such as Kendall Jones from the University of Queensland, Australia, have remarked on the dire state of marine wilderness.

“We were astonished by just how little marine wilderness remains,” Jones said in a statement. “The ocean is immense, covering over 70% of our planet, but we’ve managed to significantly impact almost all of this vast ecosystem.”

 

 

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Imperial’s Julia Stewart looks at the big picture

Can you paint an overview of Imperial and how it has become associated with so many of the biggest superyacht projects?

We believe in a detail-orientated approach as we are handling legendary superyachts. We leave nothing to chance and supervise every detail. Our yachts are very popular choices for charter because of high service standards, safety without compromises and perfect technical condition.

Our Monaco office is the heart of our activity and we also have offices located at leading shipyards in Germany, Netherlands and Italy to supervise new builds and refits on a day-to-day basis to protect owners’ interests. We have large new build and operational teams managing over 1,000 crew members worldwide. In addition, we have skilled HR and in-house legal teams.

 

How has Imperial’s business changed in the last few years as you’ve become known for working with some of the world’s biggest new superyachts?

We have sold more new-build projects and are currently supervising constructions at major European yards. Imperial is doing more hulls in the 100m-plus segment because we have proven management expertise and the specialist knowledge to control budgets as well as deliver the best result for the owners.

 

Imperial is the exclusive charter agent for the 136m Flying Fox, built by Lürssen; © Imperial Yachts (Photo: Guillaume Plisson)

Our delivered yachts speak for themselves. Imperial supervised construction and are Exclusive Central Charter Agents for Lana (Benetti 107m) and Flying Fox (Lürssen 136m). Furthermore, we are also experts in new construction such as Amadea (Lürssen 106.1m).

How would you rank the value of your various business divisions?

Imperial does not rely on one area of business, yet we have a firm core foundation based on the supervision of new builds and management, as well as strong sales and charter departments.

 

What are some of the projects that have elevated Imperial in term of recognition and earned the respect of your competitors?

Imperial respects the success of all brokerage firms as we believe healthy competition inspires us to do our best, not simply ‘good enough’. Imperial is unique because we have delivered more new build projects than any other brokerage house in the past decade.

 

Friedrich Lürssen, Imperial CEO Evgeniy Kochman, Julia Stewart and Peter Lürssen

We have technical, operational and interior managers that follow a meticulous management style. Our success stands out among the industry , with vessels such as Flying Fox, Lana, RoMEA (Abeking & Rasmussen 81.8m) and Lili (Amels 55m) creating a new standard of charter. Imperial is the owner’s representative and supervisor for operational, technical and interior aspects.

Imperial is smaller than some other companies in your sector. Would you like to scale up in terms of staffing and offices?

We utilise a different strategy as we have less sales offices but more on-site offices at major German, Dutch and Italian shipyards. Imperial supervises the new construction from these offices and therefore has real-time updates and can facilitate the owner’s requests right away.

Having all hands on deck is a real strength of ours. With the development of Covid-19, it became even more evident that we do not need many sales offices to succeed but we must have substance and a strong operational core.

Flying Fox features exterior styling by Monaco-based Espen Øino; © Imperial Yachts (Photo: Guillaume Plisson)

Which builders have you worked with most often in new builds?

Imperial has had the privilege to work with pioneers among the leading European shipyards. We have learnt from each other and share the same qualities of being detail-orientated, as well as to always protect the owner’s interest. In close collaboration with these shipyards, we have set high expectations and standards with the yards we choose to work with in the future.

 

Can you tell us about Imperial’s role as owner’s representative and build supervisor for the 120m Project Signature with Amels/Damen?

Imperial has a long-standing relationship with Amels/Damen as together we have built over 10 successful hulls over the past years . We have huge respect for the leaders of the Damen family and high regard as to how they support their clients with warranty and assistance. We firmly believe that Amels/Damen was the right shipyard for this ingenious vessel. Project Signature will raise the bar for design complexity within the yachting industry.

 

Imperial is the owner’s representative and build supervisor for the 120m Project Signature designed by Espen Øino

Project Signature will be a ‘green’ superyacht prepared for the Lloyd’s Register of Shipping EP (Environment Protection) notation, powered by diesel-electric engines and Azipod propulsion. Do you notice more owners showing more interest in the environment?

As a result of constructing larger vessels, future owners will continue to seek out new destinations and new platforms for adventure. With a shift in demographic, younger clients are looking for more experience-led activities through unique itineraries and on-board amenities. Wanderlust also comes with a desire to be environmentally conscious.

Our oceans, marine life and the surrounding shores are under threat. Today, the industry is more in tune with the climate change and clients request or are open to innovative engineering solutions or sustainable yacht designs with the end goal of reducing their yachting footprint.

Imperial is the exclusive central charter agent for Lana, the 107m Benetti build delivered in 2020; © Imperial Yachts (Photo: Breed Media)

Can you tell us anything about other upcoming builds that Imperial are involved in?

Imperial is dedicated to the protection of our client’s confidentiality. Imperial can confirm we have major new construction projects at leading German, Dutch and Italian shipyards. All I can say is, stay tuned!

 

Espen Øino designed Project Signature, Flying Fox and many other builds Imperial has worked on. Why does the company have such a special relationship with him?

Imperial is a Monaco-based company and is proud to have Monaco as part of its company heritage. We firmly believe in supporting the local economy and working with local talent. Espen Øino is the man behind some of the most iconic superyachts. He has an extraordinary talent and is effectively in sync with Imperial.

Building a superyacht to fit your needs is an exciting experience. The first footstep to constructing a new vessel is to find the right designer who understands your requirements. Espen’s success is how he manages expectations, establishes priorities and finds the balance between each space on board. In partnership with Espen Øino, Imperial has delivered many recognisable superyachts such as Amadea and Flying Fox.

The 106.1m Amadea, designed by Espen Øino and built by Lürssen, is exclusively listed for sale with Imperial; © Imperial Yachts (Photo: Guillaume Plisson)

How has Covid changed your business and impacted the different sectors of your business?

Covid-19 has been a major challenge for everybody. Nobody is exempt. We were the first management company to do mass testing for all crew on a regular basis to ensure the safety of guests and crew. Imperial developed Covid-19 prevention measures for the managed fleet. Given the high standards of safety on board the managed fleet, all charter yachts managed by Imperial are in high demand.

With the closure of many destination retreats, Imperial has found the perfect answer for those who are seeking a place to detach and improve their wellbeing while being in a clinically clean environment.

The wellness centres on board Flying Fox and Lana incorporate all aspects of personal wellness, using both a holistic and scientific approach. Imperial’s charter team has carefully selected safe destinations to charter where guests can choose how much interaction they want with life on land while adhering to local Covid regulations.

The 82m RoMEA was built by Germany’s Abeking & Rasmussen and is part of Imperial’s charter fleet; © Imperial Yachts (Photo: Guillaume Plisson)

Overall, what do you think are the biggest challenges to the superyacht industry?

Indeed, the global recession presents new complexities to the superyacht industry. In our opinion, true professionals that are meticulous in advancing in operational and new build management will prevail. Overall, the quality and expertise of the industry will gradually improve.

 

What more should the superyacht industry be doing to make the yachts and their operations more environmentally friendly?

Technological advances in design and build of superyachts has helped bring more sustainable solutions on board. More money and time are being spent on building greener vessels to lessen their impact on the marine environment. This is encouraging and demonstrates that technology can help. Imperial is providing its support by partnering with Blue Marine Foundation (BLUE) and joining the Blue Marine Yacht Club (BMYC) to help save and protect our ocean.

BLUE’S BMYC private event on board Amadea in 2019, kindly supported by Imperial and Lürssen, was the most successful BMYC event that BLUE has held to date. The event was extremely well attended with BMYC supporters and new supporters from the industry. A large sum of money was raised that night including a very large donation by Imperial.

The evening marked a turning point in financial support for many of BLUE’s projects, especially its work in the UK Overseas Territories and Ascension Island.

What are the biggest opportunities for growth in the superyacht sector in the coming years?

We live in a world where the only constant thing is change. Developments in technology allow the ability to innovative and enhance just about any sector. The yachting industry is no exception. At Imperial, ‘Luxury Yachting 360 degrees’ is not just our company motto, it is what sets us apart. We provide a full-spectrum approach from initial concept, finance, design and construction to management, charter, maintenance and marketing.

 

‘Luxury Yachting 360 degrees’ is Imperial’s motto

What are your plans for the coming years?

Imperial has changed the future of yachting by delivering some of the most advanced superyachts. Imperial orchestrates the relationship between client, designer and shipyard, so we will continue with our proactive and inspired approach to superyachts delivered and currently in construction.

We push boundaries with the future in mind. We have a detail-orientated approach in everything we do including new build supervision at major yards, operational and technical management, and a very successful charter operation.

 

Visit imperial-yachts.com to discover more.

This article was originally published on www.luxuo.com.

 

Van Cleef & Arpels timepieces set the Garden Of Wings alight

Over the years, Van Cleef & Arpels has been inspired by the ethereal quality of butterflies and fairies as illustrated by its Poetry Of Time artistry.

At the 2017 edition of Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, this mesmerising theme crystallised in the Maison’s Lady Arpels Papillon Automate watch from the Enchanting Nature™ line, with a 40 mm white gold case and diamonds in serti-neige setting.

 

 

Fitted with an ultra-sophisticated automaton module, the watch’s dial depicts a lush pastoral landscape where the passage of time unfolds to the spontaneous flutter of a butterfly’s wings synced to the movements of the watch’s wearer. The scene—beautifully rendered in relief with a multi-layered background using a myriad of traditional crafts and decorative techniques from the maison’s Meyrin watchmaking workshops—can also be triggered on demand at the push of a button.

 

 

Another Poetic Complications timepiece from the maison’s treasure trove is the Lady Nuit des Papillons watch—illustrated by a spectrum of shades evolving across the day to evoke time’s fleeting nature. A more diminutive 33 mm case with a rotating dial in white gold sets the scene in dark to light blue with the chromatic sparkle of diamonds and sapphires.

 

Meanwhile, Lady Arpels Papillon Extraordinaire watch, from the Extraordinary Dials family, is yet another rendition of Van Cleef & Arpels’ butterfly emblem and motif, this time, enlivened by a springtime palette of shimmering hues as natures awakes. The 38mm white gold case boasts an engraved white mother-of-pearl dial decorated with techniques including gemstone sculpture and marquetry, enamelling, and stone setting with stones such as lapis lazuli and diamonds.

 

 

The final Poetic Complications timepiece here hails from maison’s most cherished traditions of precious ballerina and fairy clips—its first feminine figures created in the early 1940s. Here, on the Lady Arpels Ballerine Enchantée watch, a sculpted white gold ballerina, embellished with diamonds, white gold tutu and champlevé enamel, holds court on a guilloché purple enamel dial which sits atop a 40 mm white gold case.

Eliciting joyous splendour, the dancer transforms into a delicate butterfly, soaring gracefully with two openwork wings as the frills of her tutu arise.

 

 

Like a guardian of the maison’s poetic view of life, filled with dreams and emotions, this creation epitomises the art of watchmaking with an inventive and fantastical tableau, as the other three timepieces also reflect. They not only juxtapose technical innovation and masterful craftsmanship, but invite us to imagine, wonder and celebrate—certainly what we all need more of right now.

 

 

Visit vancleefarpels.com to find out more.

This article was originally published on www.lofficielmalaysia.com.

 

Tiffany & Co. brings a new identity to its narration with Beyoncé and Jay-Z

Tiffany & Co.’s growing list of international luminaries welcomes Beyoncé and Jay-Z, joining the likes of Blackpink’s Rosé, Anya Taylor Joy, Tracee Ellis Ross and Eileen Gu.

After Beyoncé revealed the partnership in a cover story with Harper’s Bazaar, where she donned a full denim look from the latest adidas x IVY PARK Rodeo collection with the maison’s earrings and pendant, Tiffany & Co. releases a series of stills from its upcoming yearlong campaign starring the Carters.

 

 

Following closely behind the Not Your Mother’s Tiffany and Knot Your Typical City campaigns, the Carters’ About Love campaign tunes up the maison’s heritage by bringing together icons that evolve and transcend generations. For the first time ever, Tiffany & Co. features the Yellow Diamond in its advertising campaign, worn by Beyoncé with a black gown and an updo hairstyle that reminisce the iconic Breakfast at Tiffany’s look.

Threading through the campaign is a never-seen-before Jean-Michel Basquiat’s painting which the jeweller acquired from a private collector. “As you can see, there is zero Tiffany blue in the campaign other than the painting, it’s a way to modernise Tiffany blue.” shares LVMH’s Alexandre Arnault on the new storytelling of Tiffany in an interview with WWD.

 

 

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About Love film campaign by director Emmanuel Adjei, featuring a musical performance of “Moon River” presented by Beyoncé and captured by Jay-Z on a Super 8 camera will launch on Tiffany.com on 15 September 2021.

 

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