Audrey Hepburn’s Former LA Mansion Sells for $9.4 Million
A Los Angeles Brentwood estate once rented by Audrey Hepburn has closed at $9.4 million, roughly 14% under the $10.9 million asking price. The 6,099‑square‑foot Georgian‑style home, built in 1939, features five bedrooms, a chef’s kitchen, pool, and a private putting green. Listed by Jennifer Montague and the Larson Burmester Group of Sotheby’s International Realty, the sale marks the property’s first market appearance in 34 years. The transaction underscores the premium that historic, celebrity‑linked homes command in the high‑end LA market.
Louis Vuitton Adds to Color Blossom Collection
Louis Vuitton has expanded its spring‑time Color Blossom line with a suite of new pastel‑hued pieces, including the Speedy 30 handbag in blush pink and the Neverfull tote in lilac. The additions, priced between $1,200 and $2,500, will hit stores...
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This European Country Is Giving Away Five of Their 267,570 Islands—This Is How to Get One
Sweden’s tourism board, Visit Sweden, is giving away the right‑of‑use of five of its 267,570 islands for a year to lucky entrants. Winners will also receive a round‑trip travel voucher valid between June 2026 and May 2027. Participants must submit a one‑minute...
The Insider’s Guide to 3 Perfect Days in Berlin
Dennis Braatz, Condé Nast Traveller Germany, outlines a three‑day Berlin itinerary that blends boutique hotels, iconic museums, and a spectrum of dining experiences. Day 1 focuses on Mitte’s cultural core with Museum Island, designer store William Fan, and two‑star Michelin restaurant Tim Raue. Day 2...
Peek Inside Sabrina Carpenter's 'House Tour' Mansion, on the Market for $36.8 Million in Los Angeles
Sabrina Carpenter’s new "House Tour" music video showcases a $36.8 million Hollywood Hills mansion, the 13,000‑sq‑ft Disco Volante Estate. Completed in 2023 by Vantage Design Group, the modernist property features an infinity pool, a sunken terrace lounge, and a secret underground...
Cameron Diaz Doubles Down On Rich Mom Style With A Pop of Color
Cameron Diaz returned to the red carpet in 2026 to promote Apple TV’s dark comedy *The Outcome*, opting for a sleek all‑black dress layered with sheer fabrics and a striking red JUDE pump. The look epitomized the “rich mom” aesthetic—minimalist,...
Paradisus Cancun Reopens Following $50 Million Upgrade
Paradise Cancun, a flagship all‑inclusive resort of Meliá Hotels International, has reopened after a $50 million renovation. The upgrade delivers 773 redesigned suites, nine new dining concepts, and expanded wellness and family amenities. Highlights include the Aquazone splash park, a revamped...
10 Best Long-Lasting Colognes for a Scent that Sticks
The article curates ten long‑lasting colognes for men, ranging from luxury houses like Tom Ford and Dior to heritage brands such as Stetson and Burberry. Each fragrance is broken down by scent family, key notes, and available bottle sizes, highlighting their...
Presto! In Chicago, a High-End Magic Palace Appears
Health‑care entrepreneur Glen Tullman is committing $50 million of his own capital to launch The Hand and the Eye, a 35,000‑square‑foot luxury magic palace in downtown Chicago. Opening on April 18, the venue will feature five performance spaces, seven bars, two dining...
Surely All 14 Previous Owners Took Special Care Of This $49,500 Nissan GT-R
Nissan has officially ended production of the R35 GT‑R, leaving the market to rely on used examples. A 2009 GT‑R with 122,000 miles and 14 prior owners is listed for $49,500, a price that reflects modest depreciation from its roughly...
Lexus, Artist Alex Alpert to Present Custom IS 350 at EXPO Chicago
Lexus has teamed up with New York‑based illustrator Alex Alpert to create a one‑off, line‑art‑styled IS 350 sedan. The custom vehicle will be unveiled at EXPO Chicago, the city’s premier design and innovation showcase. Alpert’s distinctive sketch aesthetic is applied...
Meganom Shows Infinity Pool Topping Its Skinny New York Skyscraper
Meganom’s 262 Fifth Avenue has topped out at 860 feet, becoming the tallest all‑residential tower on Fifth Avenue. The 52‑storey, ultra‑slim skyscraper features an illuminated crown that houses a rooftop deck and an infinity pool beneath an open archway. Originally proposed...
McLaren Artura And Luxury SUVs Smashed In Thwarted NYC Parking Garage Heist
On Sunday morning in Manhattan, a group of thieves broke into a West 43rd Street parking garage and attempted to steal several high‑end vehicles, including a McLaren Artura, a Mercedes‑AMG G63, a Volvo XC60 and a Range Rover Sport. The...
This Psychedelic London Suite Makes Every Other Hotel Feel Boring
Sofitel London St James unveiled Suite 70, a flamboyant homage to 1970s design drenched in orange, vinyl records and period furniture. The suite was re‑imagined by renowned French interior architect Pierre‑Yves Rochon, who paired iconic mid‑century pieces with psychedelic wallcoverings and a...
Grande Lakes Orlando Debuts Ritz-Carlton Signature Experiences
Grande Lakes Orlando has launched Ritz‑Carlton Signature Experiences, a curated portfolio of high‑end activities for guests at The Ritz‑Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. The collection spans four pillars—culinary, wellness, adventure and family—featuring a Daytona Supercar Drive, a private helicopter Space Exploration...
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This Luxurious New Trekking Lodge Offers a Window Into One of the Most Stunning—And Spiritual—Regions in the Indian Himalayas
Travel + Leisure highlights Shakti Prana, a new luxury trekking lodge perched at 7,300 feet in Kumaon’s Indian Himalayas. Operated by Shakti Himalaya, the lodge replaces the dismantled Leti 360 and is reached via a multi‑day guided trek through remote villages. Guests...
Everything You Need to Know About the Met Gala 2026 and ‘Costume Art’ Exhibition
The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s 2026 Met Gala will be held on Monday, May 4, with the accompanying Costume Institute exhibition “Costume Art” opening on May 10 and running through January 10, 2027. The theme, “Costume Art,” examines the relationship between the...
Elle Fanning Gives Formal Florals A Subversive Edge With A Signature 2020s Shoe
Elle Fanning highlighted Miu Miu’s signature triple‑strapped pump during the press tour for her new Hulu series *Margot’s Got Money Troubles*. The actress paired a pale pink Alberta Ferretti dress with the deep‑red, buckled‑strap shoe, underscoring the footwear’s blend of...
Lakeside Farms Coqueiros Beach / Estúdio Vinicius Macêdo + Novais Arquitetura
Lakeside Farms Coqueiros Beach, designed by Estúdio Vinícius Macêdo and Novais Arquitetura, introduces a two‑level club that frames the lagoon view without obstruction. The upper level features a linear plaza and lookout, while the lower level houses a gourmet deck, party...
Karl Lagerfeld’s Former Storybook Manor Outside Paris Hits the Market for $3.1 Million
Karl Lagerfeld’s former 18th‑century manor outside Paris, Manoir du Mée, is now on the market for roughly $3.1 million (≈ $2.9 million). The 5,400‑square‑foot estate sits on 1.2 acres and offers seven en‑suite bedrooms, a chef’s kitchen, a crimson billiards room, and a...
New Lexus ES to Arrive in June From £59,345 – and EV only in UK
Lexus will launch the eighth‑generation ES in the UK this June, offering only the plug‑in hybrid 350e model at a starting price of £59,345 (approximately $74,000). The 350e delivers 221 bhp, a 77 kWh battery and an estimated 329‑mile WLTP range, with...
Eclipse at Half Moon Reopens in Montego Bay
Half Moon’s Eclipse hotel in Montego Bay reopened on April 7, 2026, marking a key step in Jamaica’s post‑Hurricane Melissa recovery. The luxury property offers 57 beachfront rooms, refreshed six‑ and seven‑bedroom villas, and a full suite of amenities including a spa,...
Lewis Hamilton Mobs a Ferrari F40 in His Own New ‘Tokyo Drift’ Video
Lewis Hamilton released a one‑minute Tokyo‑drift video featuring a red Ferrari F40 during the Japanese Grand Prix weekend. He teamed with longtime photographer Larry Chen to capture high‑energy clips and photos of the iconic supercar tearing through city streets. The...
New to Cruise? Piero Lissoni Cushions the Culture Shock Onboard the Norwegian Luna
Norwegian Cruise Line launched the Norwegian Luna, the newest Prima‑Class luxury liner, on its inaugural Caribbean itinerary from Miami. The 1,056‑foot ship displaces 156,000 gross tonnes, carries 3,565 guests and 1,500 crew, and features the ultra‑luxury Haven suite area designed by...
Tui to Expand Into Bhutan and Open First Hotel in the Himalayas
TUI will launch its first Bhutan property, TUI Blue Paro Taktsang, next month, marking the group’s entry into the Himalayas. The 34‑suite resort blends contemporary luxury with traditional Bhutanese architecture, offering wellness facilities, curated dining and proximity to iconic sites...
Milo Bed by Bolzan
Bolzan has launched the Milo bed, a fully upholstered bedroom centerpiece designed by its in‑house team. The bed features a wide, fabric‑covered headboard with movable wings that can be angled for a cosy or open ambience. Its frame is offered...
Retail Industry Reports High Double-Digit Revenue Growth in Q4, Continues Expansion
India's retail sector posted double‑digit revenue growth in Q4 FY26, with leading players such as Trent, D‑Mart and V‑Mart reporting around 20% year‑on‑year increases. Trent’s standalone revenue rose to Rs 4,937 crore (≈$595 million), driven by aggressive store additions across Westside and Zudio...
I Had A Colour Consultation To Coordinate My Forever Home – Here’s What Happened
Lucy Cleland hired Edward Bulmer Natural Paint’s colour consultant Lena Dahnsjo for an in‑home colour audit. After reviewing lighting, furniture and personal preferences, Lena curated a palette that includes a terracotta pink called Hespan, Spanish white ceilings, French blue for the...
Bavarian Premium Off-Road: Building an Expedition Vehicle From BMW X5 and X7
The article outlines how to transform BMW X5 and X7 crossovers into capable expedition vehicles, emphasizing thorough VIN history checks, air‑suspension lift kits, and drivetrain upgrades. It compares factory geometry across generations, recommending diesel powertrains for better low‑end torque and...
How Fragrantica Became the Internet’s Perfume Bible
The fragrance sector is reshaping itself with layering concepts and neo‑gourmand scents, creating a split between niche premium offerings and mass‑market body mists. Unilever has divested its food businesses to concentrate on beauty, while L’Oréal‑licensed Maison Margiela is launching a...
Fairmont Tremblant to Debut Presidential Suite in September
Fairmont Tremblant will launch a 1,200‑sq‑ft Presidential Suite in September 2026, aligning with the resort’s comprehensive guest‑room renovation. The ultra‑luxury suite targets dignitaries and high‑profile guests, offering a master bedroom, spa‑inspired bathroom, private pantry, and sustainable high‑end finishes. Its debut...
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas Marks Brand First in Asia with LHW Membership
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas has become the first Anantara‑branded property in Asia to join The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW). The beachfront resort on Thailand’s Koh Yao Yai showcases immersive luxury, extensive wellness programs, and culturally rich experiences. LHW’s portfolio in...
Carrier Debuts Powerful New Tool to Drive High-Value Bookings
Carrier has launched “Limitless: Intimate Escapes,” a new ultra‑luxury travel volume aimed at smaller, high‑value groups. The offering follows a 45% rise in 2025 bookings between $75k‑$125k and reflects a shift toward intimate trips, with $125k+ bookings averaging 8.5 travelers...
How People Recognize a ‘Luxury’ Scent: Lephrone Advice for Home Scenting
Lephrone explains that a luxury home scent is defined by balance, quality, and natural integration rather than price or sheer strength. Subtle diffusion and layered, complex notes—such as woody, floral, or leather accords—create a gradual, evolving aroma that feels refined....
Ramdane Touhami Is Making the World’s Most Beautiful Stationery
Papier Royal, a new boutique in Paris' historic Palais‑Royal arcade, is the brainchild of creative director Ramdane Touhami, who aims to revive the art of handwritten correspondence. The shop combines heritage craftsmanship—offering Europe’s only pendulum‑stamping service and a collection of...
Edge at Hudson Yards Will Introduce Multi-Sensory Installations, and Other News.
Edge at Hudson Yards is undergoing a multi‑million‑dollar immersive art overhaul, debuting this summer with installations such as “Pulse,” “Crystal Cave,” and “Infinite City,” turning the observation deck into a hybrid entertainment venue. The Art Institute of Chicago acquired Norman...
Jurassic Bag: From Dinosaur DNA to Designer Goods – How Biofabrication and Automation Could Reshape Materials
The luxury label Enfin Levé unveiled a handbag made from collagen reconstructed from Tyrannosaurus rex protein fragments, created through synthetic biology, AI‑driven sequence prediction, and automated bio‑fabrication. Fossil collagen was used to design a genetic blueprint, expressed in engineered cells,...
'The Focus Remains On Driving:' Mazda Defends Its Screen-Heavy Approach
Mazda is overhauling its interior design philosophy by equipping its new China‑built EVs, the 6e and CX‑6e, with massive 26‑inch touchscreens that dominate the dashboard. The company argues that larger screens, combined with a head‑up display, enhance information clarity while...
VML Just Created the World’s First T-Rex Leather
Creative agency VML, The Organoid Company, and Lab‑Grown Leather have engineered the world’s first T‑Rex leather from reconstructed dinosaur collagen and turned it into a one‑of‑a‑kind luxury handbag. The piece debuted beside a massive T‑Rex statue at Amsterdam’s Art Zoo...
Springtime at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza is celebrating Sham El Nessim with a curated spring program that blends Egyptian tradition and luxury hospitality. The centerpiece is an all‑day Egyptian feast at Zitouni on April 13, complemented by take‑away Easter treats from La...
Edgewood Tahoe Resort Joins Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ Legend Collection
Preferred Hotels & Resorts announced that Edgewood Tahoe Resort has been added to its Legend Collection, a curated portfolio of the world’s most distinguished independent luxury hotels. The resort, situated on 235 acres of Lake Tahoe’s south shore, offers 154...
Looking for a Fresh Take on a Classic Tubular Chair? Check Out This 1966 Reissue
The iconic CH66 chair, originally designed by Greek architect Nicos Zographos in 1966, has been reissued this year through a Karakter × Cassina collaboration and featured at Salone del Mobile 2026. The piece flips the classic Bauhaus cantilever into a B‑shaped silhouette...
"We Completely Avoided White" — How This Designer Used a Palette of Soft, Soothing Pigments to Create a Calming Home
Brian Woulfe, founder of Designed by Woulfe, transformed a Notting Hill apartment by deliberately avoiding white and embracing a palette of soft, creamy pigments. He applied liquid‑metal finishes to joinery, allowing the surfaces to develop a subtle patina that catches...
The Brooch Is Back in Style – Here’s How to Make It Modern
The brooch is experiencing a revival on the Spring/Summer 2026 runways, with designers like Christian Dior and Saint Laurent reimagining it as a sculptural accent. Brands such as YSSO emphasize abstraction, weight, and texture, positioning the pin as a small art...
Unpacking Saks Global’s Post-Bankruptcy Plan
Saks Global secured $500 million in post‑bankruptcy financing and aims to emerge from Chapter 11 by summer, backed by a total of $1.75 billion in court‑approved funding to stabilize vendor relationships. The luxury group’s leaner store footprint signals a shift toward a more...
Nardos Celebrates 10 Years
Luxury bridal designer Nardos Imam commemorated a decade in business with a high‑profile event at New York’s Rainbow Room, featuring a retrospective of her most iconic gowns and the debut of the spring 2027 collection. The showcase highlighted her signature fluid draping,...
Bridal Brands Katherine Tash, Ofrenda Studio Team Up
Los Angeles‑based bridal designer Katherine Tash is broadening her label with the Spring 2027 “Chrysalis” collection, adding ballgowns, A‑lines and luxe fabrics such as beaded lace, silk organza and jacquard. The debut includes a first‑ever partnership with Mexico City veil house...
Inside Rue Madame’s Measured Expansion in China’s More Selective Consumer Era
Rue Madame has opened its third mainland China boutique in Nanjing’s Deji Plaza, joining stores in Guangzhou and Shenzhen. The concept blends luxury and fast‑fashion sensibilities, offering a curated mix of over 80 contemporary brands and weekly new arrivals. Founder...
Regent Bali Canggu Brings Coastal Luxury to the Island’s Trendiest Beach Enclave
Regent Bali Canggu, the latest five‑star addition by IHG’s Regent brand, opened in Bali’s now‑trendiest beach enclave, Canggu. The resort features 150 suites and villas, nine pools, a beachfront restaurant called Beach House, and private‑pool penthouses, while maintaining a sense...
The House of Time / Natura Futura
The House of Time, designed by Natura Futura in Babahoyo, Ecuador, reimagines domestic living as a rhythm synchronized with the river, climate, and local craftsmanship. Spanning 180 m² on a 23 × 13 m plot, the building uses interior courtyards, water features, and wooden...