Another British Sports Car Maker Is Eyeing A Comeback
British niche automaker Marcos, recently purchased by entrepreneur Howard Nash, is preparing a comeback with two new models. The Mosquito prototype delivers 300 hp and weighs about 1,500 lb, while a mid‑engine road‑going car targets 250 hp at roughly 1,400 lb. Both vehicles could debut before the end of 2024, leveraging Mini‑type components. The revived company employs 46 staff and retains records for nearly 4,000 historic Marcos cars.
Anne Hathaway Takes Miranda Priestly's Valentino Rockstud Cue
Anne Hathaway stepped onto the Tokyo premiere of *The Devil Wears Prada 2* wearing an off‑white Valentino Rockstud pump, a subtle nod to Miranda Priestly’s iconic Roman Stud shoes. The look, styled by Erin Walsh, paired a ruffled Valentino couture...
If You Have Elevated Taste on a Budget, You Need to See These 17 Items From Nordstrom's New Sale
Nordstrom’s End‑of‑Season Sale, running through April 15, showcases deep discounts across cashmere, outerwear, shoes, denim, and designer sunglasses. The retailer’s in‑house cashmere line is 30% off, while best‑selling Benson Loafers have dropped to $59. Frame denim is available for under $200,...
Lewis Hamilton Brought Kim Kardashian to a Japanese Car Meet in a Ferrari F40
Lewis Hamilton posted an Instagram video of him driving a Ferrari F40 at Tokyo’s Daikoku Parking Area, a famed car‑meet spot. The reel ends with a surprise appearance by Kim Kardashian as his passenger, merging motorsport flair with celebrity culture....
Flight Review: American Airlines, First Class, LaGuardia to Miami
The review examines American Airlines’ domestic First Class on a Boeing 737‑800 from LaGuardia to Miami, highlighting the streamlined check‑in, early boarding, and the cabin’s Boeing Sky Interior. Seats feature a 37‑inch pitch, 20‑inch width and a modest 5‑inch recline, but...
Dua Lipa Boosts High-Contrast Prints With A High-Voltage Speedy Bag
Pop star Dua Lipa stepped out in New York wearing a bright yellow Louis Vuitton Speedy satchel, pairing it with a leopard‑print skirt and monochrome layers. The bag is part of Louis Vuitton’s men’s line, recently refreshed under creative director...
Savills Pairs with Beverly Hills Estates for Brokers
Savills has partnered with Beverly Hills Estates, appointing brokers Branden and Rayni Williams as its exclusive residential brokerage partner on the U.S. West Coast. The alliance gives Savills a direct entry point to high‑net‑worth buyers in Los Angeles while expanding...
Athletifreak Opens Fifth Store on Long Island
Athletifreak, the luxury athleisure label founded in 2021 by Mo and Noor Wadhwani, opened its fifth retail location on April 6, 2026. The new store, situated in the Huntington Shopping Center on Long Island, is the brand’s first outlet in New York state....
The Sunglasses Trend Every Fashion Insider Is Wearing In 2026
Fashion insiders are championing oversize sunglasses as the defining accessory of 2026. The trend features giant frames in rounded, oval, or rectangular shapes, echoing the iconic looks of Jackie O and the Olsen sisters. High‑end houses such as Celine, Tom Ford,...
YMK House / Takeshi Hirobe Architects
The YMK House in Karuizawa, designed by Takeshi Hirobe Architects, is a 205 m² residence built on a sloping high‑land site for a remote‑working client. Its foundation extends below the frost line, housing a full‑size billiard table and serving as part...
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Kim Kardashian Celebrates Easter in a $9,500 Vintage Dress First Worn by Cindy Crawford 24 Years Ago
Kim Kardashian marked Easter with a $9,500 vintage Roberto Cavalli gown that debuted on Cindy Crawford in 2002. The cream dress, detailed with jewel embroidery and paired with a fuchsia fur stole, was highlighted in a multi‑photo Instagram carousel that...
Daniel Craig, Rachel Weisz Sell Brooklyn Townhouse for $12M
Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz have sold their Cobble Hill townhouse at 22 Strong Place for $11.8 million, more than doubling the $6.75 million they paid in 2017. The four‑story, 6,600‑square‑foot brownstone, which was repaired after a 2022 fire, was listed quietly...
Trammell Crow JV To Bring Luxury Apartment Project To Richardson: The DFW Deal Sheet
A joint venture between High Street Residential and Tokyu Land Corp., backed by a Trammell Crow Co. subsidiary, broke ground on a 281‑unit luxury apartment community at 110 E. Polk St. in Richardson. The four‑story development, slated for completion in the fourth quarter...
The Complete Guide to the Kennedy Family’s Most Legendary Homes
The Kennedy family’s residences, from the modest 1928 Hyannis Port cottage to opulent estates in New York and Virginia, trace the dynasty’s rise from local prominence to national power. Iconic homes such as the Boston birthplace, the Georgetown townhouses, and...
Ferrari Had to Ask NASA How Quick Is Too Quick for the Upcoming Luce EV
Ferrari’s upcoming Luce electric sedan has prompted the marque to consult NASA and medical experts to pinpoint the acceleration threshold that remains comfortable for occupants. The Luce is slated to sprint from 0‑62 mph in 2.5 seconds, a figure that sits just...
Rihanna Steps Out In Paris With an It Bag With Quite the Backstory
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were photographed dining at Paris’s Siena Restaurant, each showcasing distinct yet complementary looks. Rihanna paired maroon‑toned Alaïa cargo pants with a bright yellow Dior "Dracula" Saddle bag, a piece from Jonathan Anderson’s book‑cover‑inspired collection that has...
Aston Martin Had to Limit the Valhalla's Speed in Reverse Because It Could Do 87 MPH: Report
Aston Martin’s hyper‑car Valhalla can accelerate to 87 mph in both forward and reverse thanks to its three‑motor electric drivetrain. During development engineers discovered the reverse speed was dangerously high, so they electronically capped it at roughly 18 mph for production models....
Porsche Teases Mysterious, 'Particularly Fun' New 911 Variant for April 14 Debut
Porsche is set to unveil an unnamed 911 variant on April 14, teasing a model that promises "pure driving pleasure" and a particularly fun experience. The teaser shows subtle front‑end vents and no large rear wing, hinting at a performance‑focused...
Behind the Scenes: Monica Galetti and Singapore Airlines’ Catering
The piece takes readers inside dnata’s Heathrow catering hub where Singapore Airlines’ Business Class meals are crafted, spotlighting chef Monica Galetti’s limited‑edition spring menu. Galetti walks through dishes such as crab salad, spinach velouté, butter‑poached chicken and rhubarb cake, explaining...
Valle House / DAFdf Arquitectura Y Urbanismo
Valle House, a 425 m² residence in Valle de Bravo, tackles steep, irregular terrain with a sculptural design that appears to float above rock outcrops. The architects split the program into two volumes: a sheltered bedroom wing and a cantilevered concrete...
The Time to Honour Tradition
Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet has launched the Neo Frame Jumping Hour, its first timepiece powered by an in‑house self‑winding jumping‑hour calibre, the Calibre 7122. The rectangular 18‑carat pink‑gold case draws on the 1929 pre‑model 1271 and the Streamline Moderne aesthetic,...
Julian Modular Sofa System by Vincent Van Duysen for Molteni&C
Molteni&C has launched the Julian modular sofa system, created by Belgian‑Dutch designer Vincent Van Duysen. The sofa consists of monolithic modules with deep seating, layered back pillows and contrasting piping that creates visual rhythm. It offers dual‑layer cushioning for enhanced...
New: Vanguart Orb Ceramic Titanium and Ceramic Rose Gold
Vanguart unveiled two new Orb models – Pink Ceramic Titanium and Blue Ceramic Rose Gold – priced at roughly $185,000 and $218,000 respectively. The watches retain the 41 mm, 10.5 mm‑thick case with a flying tourbillon and a unique manual/automatic winding selector,...
Scotch Chalet / CARTA. Architecte + Designer
The Scotch Chalet, completed in 2025 in Grenville‑sur‑la‑Rouge, is a sub‑100 m² forest retreat that marries Nordic‑inspired minimalism with the Canadian landscape. Its pale‑grey wood cladding and discreet roofline allow the cabin to dissolve into the surrounding woods, while expansive hidden...
What Does an Ultra-Luxury First Class Ticket Get You? Flying in a Frictionless Bubble.
Air France’s La Première ultra‑luxury first‑class service turns a trans‑Atlantic flight into a frictionless bubble, beginning with a Mercedes limousine pick‑up and ending with a personal customs escort at JFK. The cabin features a 6‑ft‑6‑in bed, floor‑to‑ceiling curtains, and a...
A Cultural Convergence at Moss New York
Moss New York, an upscale Manhattan members’ club, staged a Member Council Cocktail Party to unite cultural influencers from fashion, art, and editorial circles. The event, orchestrated by Patrick Dooley, emphasized curiosity and generosity as the foundation for collaborative programming....
Kiwame Tokyo Introduces the MUNE(棟), Inspired by Iconic Japanese Architecture
Kiwame Tokyo has launched the MUNE (棟) watch, a field‑ready timepiece that draws its design language from the rooflines of Asakusa’s Senso‑ji Temple and Kaminarimon Gate. The 38 mm 316L stainless‑steel case offers 100 metres water resistance, a brushed‑polished finish, and houses...
Axar Patel Becomes Part of Rotoris Circle in Latest Brand Association
Axar Patel, captain of the Delhi Capitals, has joined the Rotoris Circle, the premium watch brand’s curated network of athletes, entrepreneurs and cultural figures. Rotoris is shifting from traditional endorsements to a storytelling‑led community that emphasizes ambition, discipline and progression....
BMW Wants To Save The Manuals
BMW’s M division is actively working to keep manual transmissions in its performance lineup, targeting a survival window through at least 2029. Engineers are exploring stronger clutch packages and may even detune engine output to protect manual durability. The Z4 M40i...
A Week on the Wrist with the Ontic Utility 40 Granite – the Best Dive Watch I've Ever Tested?
The Ontic Utility 40 Granite is a 39 mm titanium dive watch that combines a hardened case, 300 m water resistance and a solar‑powered Ronda Quartz movement. Weighing only 72 g, it offers exceptional lume and a Clous de Paris dial, rivaling far pricier...
Virtuoso Delivers Successful First Standalone Forum for North and South-East Asia
Virtuoso held its inaugural North and Southeast Asia Forum at The Apurva Kempinski Bali, bringing together 26 of the region’s 27 member agencies and 35 representatives. The three‑day event combined professional development sessions with B2B meetings, featuring a mix of...
Why Sofia, Bulgaria’s Capital, Shout Be On Your Travel Radar
Sofia, Bulgaria’s capital, is gaining attention after the country entered the Schengen Area and adopted the euro, making it easier for European travelers. The 7,000‑year‑old city offers a mix of Roman ruins, Ottoman mosques, Communist monuments and mountain views, creating...
Elevating Bloomingdale’s Through Renovations, Sumptuous Boutiques and Experiences
Bloomingdale’s is accelerating a multi‑year renovation program across its flagship 59th Street store and 12 other top‑performing locations, adding luxury boutiques such as Christian Louboutin, Gianvito Rossi and Acne Studios. Executive vice‑president Catherine Cook is personally touring stores to oversee construction, staffing and brand partnerships,...
Driving Bloomingdale’s Through Curation, Innovation and Experimentation
Bloomingdale’s senior vice president Rachel Abeles outlined a multi‑channel growth plan that leans on the Bloomie’s small‑format stores, an expanding online marketplace, and AI‑driven personalization. The retailer, generating roughly $4 billion annually, aims to add about 15 new Bloomie’s locations over...
Road & Track Called This Kit Car The World's Most Beautiful Sports Car And They Were Right
In the mid‑1950s Jim Byers crafted the SR‑100, a hand‑laid fiberglass roadster that captured Road & Track’s imagination as the world’s most beautiful sports car. Only about 25 kits were produced between 1955 and 1963, each adaptable to a variety of...
We Can't Decide If James Brown's Lincoln Mark III Or His Learjet Has More '70s Swagger
James Brown’s 1966 purchase of a $713,000 Learjet 23—roughly $7.2 million today—made him the first Black private‑jet owner, turning the aircraft into a cultural milestone. Two years later he added a 1969 Lincoln Continental Mark III, originally $6,741 (about $63,300 in 2026 dollars),...
Ryan Tuerck Swapped a 600-HP GR Corolla Engine Into This AWD Celica Rally Car
Pro drifter Ryan Tuerck has transformed a rust‑ridden 1994 Toyota Celica into an all‑wheel‑drive rally car by installing the 600‑hp turbocharged 1.6‑liter engine from the current GR Corolla. The conversion required a custom tubular rear subframe, Wavetrac differentials, a Holinger...
Inside Robb Report’s 2026 Travel Issue
Robb Report’s April 2026 travel issue champions immersive, purpose‑driven journeys, from a luxury‑softened Antarctic camp to Scotland’s re‑wilded Kilchoan estate. The edition showcases extreme expeditions, shared yacht rallies and a revival of true first‑class suites, underscoring a blend of comfort and...
10 Wickedly Cool Carroll Shelby Cars That Made The Man A Legend
Carroll Shelby reshaped automotive performance from the 1962 AC Cobra to the 1999 Shelby Series 1, creating ten iconic cars that blended lightweight chassis with high‑output engines. His early Cobra roadsters and the aerodynamic Daytona Coupe secured victories at Le Mans and Sebring,...
Scientists Create World’s First ‘T-Rex Leather’ Handbag with $600k Starting Price
Scientists announced a lab‑grown handbag marketed as “T‑Rex leather,” using collagen fragments extracted from fossilized remains and cultured without animal hides. Designed by tech‑wear label Enfin Levé, the teal bag features claw‑like incisions and will be auctioned with a starting...
TAG Heuer Heritage Director Talks 165+ Years of Chronograph History (& Teases Watches and Wonders 2026)
TAG Heuer’s Heritage Director, Nicholas Biebuyck, outlined the brand’s 165‑year chronograph evolution, from Édouard Heuer’s 1860s stopwatch focus to the groundbreaking Calibre 11 automatic chronograph in 1969. The interview highlighted iconic models such as the Carrera and Monaco, the 1916 Mikrograph’s...
I Tested Carl Friedrik’s First Aluminum Suitcase—Here's What I Thought
Carl Friedrik launched its first aluminum carry‑on priced at $845, positioning it between premium rivals Tumi ($1,395) and Rimowa ($1,525). The suitcase offers a sleek anodized shell, dual TSA‑approved locks, steel‑reinforced corners, and 360° spinner wheels, but its 38‑liter capacity...
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This Rarely Visited National Park Is Nearly 9 Times the Size of London—And It's Home to Humpback Whales and Massive...
Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve spans 3.3 million acres—about nine times the size of London—and boasts nearly 1,050 glaciers and thriving marine life, including humpback whales. Only roughly five percent of its 700,000 annual visitors venture beyond the cruise‑ship view,...
Kaye Residences / Grzywinski+Pons
Skanska’s new Kaye Residences, designed by Grzywinski + Pons, will rise 31 stories in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood, delivering 324 apartments and a mixed‑use podium with retail, co‑working, and hospitality‑grade amenities. The project fuses a masonry‑clad podium that respects adjacent 1920s Tudor and...
This Games Table Pairs Armani Casa's Playful Streak with Art Deco Inspirations
Armani Casa has launched the ‘Borgonuovo’ games table, an art‑deco‑inspired piece that combines ebony wood, taupe leather, and a rotating checkered surface. The design includes hidden drawers for chess and checkers pieces, pull‑out cup holders, and brass‑finished edges bearing the...
House in Cervelló / Arqbag
The Arqbag‑designed house in Cervelló is a 186 m² single‑family home built on a steep slope, split into two stacked volumes linked by a central atrium. Lightweight ceramic block walls provide thermal inertia while the glass‑walled atrium captures winter sun and...
Getting Married? These Exclusive Bridal Designers Should Be on Your Radar
Elite Traveler has compiled a curated guide of the world’s most exclusive bridal couture houses, from Vivienne Westwood to Christian Dior. These ateliers specialize in made‑to‑order gowns that can take months or even a year to complete, with price tags...
The Peninsula Suite Is London’s Biggest – But Does Size Really Matter?
The Peninsula London unveiled its flagship Peninsula Suite, the city’s largest private accommodation at 5,059 sq ft (13,993 sq ft when linked to adjoining rooms). The opulent space includes two living rooms, six bathrooms, a private cinema, gym, and dedicated staff quarters, all serviced...
How to Buy Authentic Luxury Handbags Safely Online
The global luxury handbag market is projected to reach $36.6 billion in 2026, growing at a 6.6% CAGR. Shoppers increasingly turn to reputable online platforms such as 24S to avoid counterfeit risk and secure authentic pieces. Trusted retailers invest in rigorous...
Amazon Is Selling a $495 Quartz Watch for $110, and Shoppers Say It 'Looks Just Like the Rolex GMT Pepsi'
Amazon is offering the Stührling Original Meridian GMT Diver Quartz Watch for $110, a steep drop from its regular $495 price tag. The watch features a Swiss quartz movement, 100‑meter water resistance, and a design that many shoppers compare to...