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Lamborghini to Unveil Limited‑Edition Revuelto Miura at Pebble Beach
Lamborghini will reveal the Revuelto Miura Edition at the Pebble Beach Concours in August 2026. The special model pays tribute to the iconic Miura with a two‑tone exterior and retro interior touches, and production is limited to 60 units with a price that exceeds the standard Revuelto.
Beth Levine, co‑founder of Herbert Levine Inc., revolutionized footwear with inventions such as the clear‑plastic heel, zipper‑free stretch boot, and steel‑reinforced stilettos. Her Spring‑o‑Lator elastic transformed mules, while collaborations with designers like Halston and Azzedine Alaïa placed her shoes on runways and red carpets. The brand closed in 1975, but a recent revival highlights her lasting influence on modern shoe design. Levine’s work earned a 1967 Coty Award and a reputation as one of the most innovative shoe architects of the 20th century.
Antler is celebrating the first anniversary of its Heritage Collection, the company’s most premium luggage line, by unveiling a new Forest Green colourway. The rollout introduces a Forest Green Heritage Stripe Cabin priced at £310 and a matching Trunk at...
Ferrari announced a recall of 80 12Cilindri models sold in the United States because the rear and side window tint is too dark to meet federal safety standards. NHTSA documents show the glass fails to provide the required 70 percent...
Ralph Lauren began as a neck‑tie label in 1967 and quickly expanded into full menswear, womenswear, and a pioneering home collection in 1983, becoming the first American fashion house to sell furniture and décor. Over six decades the brand has...
Belgian designer Kris Van Assche is debuting his "Nectar Vessels Bronzes" sculpture series at Milan Design Week, hosted by Fondazione Sozzani. The 14‑piece collection, produced in partnership with Laffanour and cast at France’s Fodor Foundry, blends matte lacquer exteriors with luminous...
Demna Gvasalia’s debut as Gucci’s creative director catapulted the brand to the second‑most‑viewed runway show worldwide for Fall 2026, according to Tagwalk data. A star‑studded cast of models, influencers, rappers and athletes, collectively boasting 68.9 million followers, drove view spikes of 215‑332 percent...
General Motors filed VIN paperwork showing the 2027 GMC Yukon will offer a new LT4 supercharged 6.2‑liter V‑8, borrowed from the Cadillac Escalade‑V. This adds a fourth engine choice, putting the Yukon ahead of its Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban siblings,...
At the Hamburger Bahnhof’s “A Night in Berlin” gala celebrating its 30th anniversary, Cate Blanchett arrived in Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2026 collection. She wore a long, fringed, embroidered dress whose pastel and nature‑inspired palette mirrored the museum’s contemporary art installations....
King Charles purchased The Old Mill in Reybridge, Wiltshire for roughly $5 million, completing the deal in March 2025 through Frisa Nominees Ltd, a firm tied to senior palace aides. The four‑bedroom property sits adjacent to Queen Camilla’s Ray Mill House,...
LeBron James unveiled a one‑of‑one custom Mercedes‑Maybach S 680 via Instagram. The vehicle, built through Mercedes’ MANUFAKTUR Made‑to‑Measure program, bears his “King” logo on the body, dashboard and headrests and comes in a light ivory finish. Only two such cars are...
Eurowise Offroad has unveiled the Cayenne Ultra EVO, a limited‑edition, carbon‑widebody transformation of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo. The remodel boosts output to roughly 650 horsepower and 750 lb‑ft of torque, adds eight inches of width, and features a bespoke long‑travel suspension...
Bella Freud, founder of the eponymous label since 1990, built her business on modest beginnings and a pivotal early market in Japan. After surviving cash‑flow crises, a chance production of 50 "Ginsberg is God" sweaters sparked a revival, eventually leading...
British lifestyle brand Toast opened its first West Coast store in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, extending a retail rollout that began in New York. The brand’s digital‑first approach, with 70% of sales online, used e‑commerce data to pinpoint high‑engagement U.S. markets before...
DIY builder David Mazzei has swapped the Formula Five’s 106mm Garrett G57 turbo for a larger 119mm unit, featuring a custom cast housing and a 7+7 splitter blade that boosts airflow by roughly 30%. The upgrade aims to reduce exhaust...
Princess Kate Middleton has repeatedly worn the same designer pieces over the past decade, from a forest‑green McQueen coat in 2024 and 2026 to a Gucci two‑tone dress revisited at the 2026 BAFTAs. The article catalogs more than twenty outfits,...
The Musée Guimet in Paris has opened a K‑beauty exhibition titled “K‑Beauty: Korean Beauty, story of a phenomenon,” running through July 6. Curators trace Korean concepts of beauty from the late‑Joseon era to today, juxtaposing historic artifacts with modern cosmetics and...
Mexican designer Bárbara Sánchez‑Kane, a Polimoda alum, is blurring the line between fashion and contemporary art with a new Shanghai exhibition. The show, titled “Coro de Soles Menores,” uses volcanic imagery to explore identity, gender fluidity, and cultural myth. Marking...
Milena Smit, the Spanish actress known as the Neo‑Goth queen, appeared at the Amarga Navidad premiere in Madrid wearing a striking white gown by Dilara Fındıkoğlu. The dress, adorned with safety‑pin fringe and a punk‑inflected collar, marks a deliberate shift...
Esquire’s Lifestyle editors rounded up the week’s most coveted releases, spanning sports apparel, high‑end footwear, collaborative outerwear, a budget‑friendly laptop, and a new Le Creuset Dutch oven. Highlights include the USMNT 2026 home jersey, Lucchese’s alligator‑skin boots, a Vanson × Fear of God leather bomber,...
American Airlines is expanding its Flagship business‑class bedding suite, adding Nest‑provided mattress pads to every international Flagship flight and to Hawaii routes as of late March 2026. The airline first introduced pajamas and mattress pads in summer 2025 on long‑haul...
Hermès has launched a new line of leather‑wrapped charging accessories for Apple devices, topped by the $5,150 Grand Paddock charger for the Apple Watch. The collection omits a power adapter, requiring customers to supply their own, and signals the fashion...
Lexus introduced the ES500e, its first battery‑electric vehicle for India, priced at ₹90 lakh ex‑showroom. The car packs a 74.68 kWh lithium‑ion battery delivering 252 kW of power and a claimed range of up to 580 km on a single charge. President Hikaru Ikeuchi...
Six Senses is launching its first Dubai resort on Palm Jumeirah, featuring 61 all‑suite accommodations and 172 branded residences. The property will showcase a 60,000‑sq‑ft wellness spa with a Longevity Clinic, biohacking experiences, and an Alchemy Bar. Designed by SAOTA...
JLR’s long‑time creative chief Gerry McGovern will leave the automaker at the end of March after 22 years, launching his own design consultancy. McGovern was instrumental in reviving the Land Rover Defender, sustaining the Range Rover line, and steering Jaguar...
Optimism dominated the 2026 Hunter Conference as luxury and upper‑upscale hotel segments posted strong RevPAR gains, outpacing economy‑mid‑scale properties. Attendees highlighted the upcoming FIFA World Cup as a potential demand catalyst, while also noting the lingering risks of Middle‑East tensions...
Spear’s Landscape, a premier high‑end landscaping firm, celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2026. Over the quarter‑century the company has specialized in luxury hardscaping, softscaping, custom patios, pools and fire‑pit areas for residential estates and upscale resorts. Recent focus on tourism‑driven...
Corinthia Hotels has named Mohammed Wazir general manager of its upcoming Corinthia Gewan Island Qatar resort, the brand’s first GCC property. Wazir will steer the pre‑opening and launch of the luxury hotel, aligning with Corinthia’s asset‑light expansion strategy. The resort...
AIDA Cruises announced that four of its vessels will undergo Evolution upgrades over the next year, targeting both guest experience and environmental performance. The program introduces energy‑efficient propulsion, advanced waste‑management systems, and carbon‑reduction technologies alongside revamped cabins, expanded dining venues,...
Uber announced the launch of Uber Elite, a premium chauffeur‑service offering pre‑screened drivers and higher‑end vehicles. The service targets business travelers and high‑spending consumers in major metropolitan markets. Uber Elite will be priced above standard UberX rides and will initially...
Longtime BMW aftermarket tuner AC Schnitzer announced it will cease operations after 39 years, citing soaring development costs, a protracted German type‑approval process, U.S. tariff pressures, and an inability to attract younger buyers. The company, part of the KOHL Group, will liquidate existing...
Yves Saint‑Laurent’s Spring/Summer 2026 runway, under creative director Anthony Vaccarello, celebrates the house’s 50th anniversary of the opulent Ballets Russes collection with a dramatic revival of baroque jewellery. The collection showcases oversized, fist‑sized earrings, resin‑filled crystal cross necklaces, and industrial‑chain‑suspended breastplate‑scale pieces...
Coverings announced 22 honorees for its 2026 Rock Star and Champions awards ahead of the Las Vegas show running March 30‑April 2. Eighteen emerging leaders were inducted as Rock Stars across eight industry segments, while Jennifer Richinelli captured the People’s Choice Champion title with...
Luxury hotel gift cards have emerged as a sophisticated alternative to material presents, offering recipients curated experiences at top‑tier resorts worldwide. The article highlights five premier brands—Aman, Mandarin Oriental, Four Seasons, Rosewood, and Six Senses—detailing each card’s flexibility, denominations, and...
Ermenegildo Zegna’s group reported a 20% jump in net profit to €109.5 million for 2025, while total revenue reached €1.9 billion, up 1.1% on an organic basis. The Zegna brand grew modestly, whereas Thom Browne sales declined sharply and Tom Ford Fashion showed slight...
Mercedes‑AMG confirmed development of a G63 Cabriolet, a four‑door convertible version of its flagship G‑Class SUV. Production is slated to begin in the third quarter of 2027 at the Graz, Austria plant, with U.S. deliveries expected in 2028. The model...
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India Wonderland has unveiled five new luxury train itineraries that traverse iconic sites such as the Taj Mahal, Ranthambore National Park, and Rajasthan’s historic cities. The journeys, operated on the Maharajas’ Express, Golden Chariot and the Royal Rajasthan On Wheels, blend...
Ferrari NV and Maserati announced Thursday that they are suspending the majority of vehicle deliveries to the Middle East after nearly three weeks of regional hostilities. The pause reflects logistical hurdles and safety concerns, underscoring how geopolitical turmoil can ripple...
Chloé’s latest jelly mule, a peep‑toe sandal styled like a glass slipper, has become the season’s most coveted luxury sandal. The whimsical design, made from a translucent jelly material, is selling out across all three colourways on Net‑a‑Porter. Fashion editors...
Timothée Chalamet arrived at the 2026 Oscars wearing a six‑figure Urban Jürgensen UJ‑2, marking a visible shift from his previous role as a Cartier "Friend of the House" to independent watchmakers. Over the past year he’s been spotted with pieces...
Ralph Lauren Home introduced the Meadow Lane collection, a spring‑focused line that blends coastal aesthetics with the brand’s classic American style. The range features chambray tones, deep blues, and airy whites, highlighted by pieces such as the hand‑painted Halpern table...
$LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault on the difference between iPhones and Dom Pérignon: "In 50 years' time, will the iPhone still be used? Or the people who are making it today, will they have found what will be at the cutting...
So the question is, will MB show up when he gets awarded every single darn fashion award this year? Will Chanel sponsor the events/tables? 🤣
Designboom has taken over the ME Milan Il Duca hotel for Milan Design Week 2026, presenting "Room for Dreams," a site‑specific, immersive program. The takeover features large‑scale installations, a cinema space, live talks, workshops, and social encounters that treat dreaming...
This dial is fascinating. It looks simple and black at first, but the polarization effect changes how the watch appears depending on the angle. Minimal design with serious technical complexity behind it. https://t.co/V66mJPheKF
Cocktails in NYC luxury hotels are $36 as of last year This was the highest I’ve ever seen. Bulgari Paris. Beautiful hotel https://t.co/QUTkMJGfpl
Luxury car manufacturers are halting shipments to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) as the ongoing war in Iran creates logistics and safety challenges. Ferrari, Bentley and Maserati announced pauses in deliveries during the week of March 16, 2026, citing...
Rolls‑Royce announced it will continue producing its twin‑turbo V12 engine beyond the 2030 deadline, effectively reversing the all‑electric Spectre rollout launched in 2022. The decision follows vocal opposition from high‑net‑worth clients who prefer the traditional internal‑combustion experience.
The Goldsmiths' Craft and Design Council Awards 2026 did not disappoint. Meet this year's top GC&DC winners, including the titanium feather brooch everyone is talking about and the recipients of a new award from Stephen Webster Ltd https://t.co/y8Te6cCcPU
Prokop Hartl renovated a 115 m² corner apartment in a 1930s Prague building, creating a family‑friendly layout that preserves the era’s character while adding modern functionality. The design opens the floor plan to capture expansive Vltava River views and incorporates a...
Founders are reshaping luxury residences to embed wellness, customization, and technology throughout. High‑net‑worth homes now feature spa‑like amenities, state‑of‑the‑art air filtration, no‑VOC finishes, and organic materials. Living rooms favor modular, designer sectionals and bespoke pieces, while intelligent circadian lighting aligns...
