Horological Americana: A History of Hamilton Watch Company
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is the historic heart of Hamilton Watch Company, which began in 1892 through a merger of local firms and grew into an American watchmaking icon. The brand’s U.S. production ended in 1969, after which operations moved to Switzerland, but the original factory complex now houses a boutique and residential units. Visitors can explore the National Watch & Clock Museum, Hamilton’s sole mono‑brand store, and the independent RGM workshop that still crafts in‑house movements. Together these sites illustrate both the legacy and the modern resurgence of American horology in Lancaster.
Kylie Jenner Revives Timeless Bomber Jacket With $2K Phoebe Philo
Kylie Jenner appeared on Kid Cudi’s podcast wearing a khaki bomber jacket designed by Phoebe Philo, priced at roughly $2,000. The minimalist ensemble paired the bomber with a baby tee, stovepipe denim and pointed black heels, highlighting a relaxed yet curated...
George Riley Unpacks Her Favourite Travel Spots for RIMOWA
British musician George Riley, fresh from touring and her September album *More Is More*, has teamed up with premium German luggage maker RIMOWA. The partnership showcases Riley’s favorite European travel spots through a six‑image gallery that blends music‑tour life with...
Maldives to Host World Travel Awards Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2026
The World Travel Awards announced that the Maldives will host the Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony on 27 September 2026, coinciding with World Tourism Day. The event marks the return of the Indian Ocean leg of the WTA Grand Tour, last...
Ice Spice Goes Fully Sheer in Daring Valentino Lace Bodysuit & Tights
Rapper Ice Spice appears in Valentino’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection for the “N*KED” music video, wearing a fully sheer lace bodysuit, matching tights, and a fur‑trimmed jacket. The ensemble includes a chunky diamond necklace and sculptural white heels that echo the...
In a Secluded Milanese Piazza, Flexform Will Showcase “The Private Lives of Objects”
From April 21‑26, Flexform will stage a two‑part exhibition at Milan Design Week titled “The Private Lives of Objects.” The brand will showcase its new outdoor collection in the historic Chiostro Sant’Angelo piazza and a complementary indoor range at its nearby...
The RealReal Combats AI Fakes in ‘I Am Real’
The RealReal has launched an AI‑generated short film called “I Am Real,” created with advertising agency Team One and director Sebastian Strasser, to spotlight the platform’s authentication guarantee. The film deliberately inserts visual glitches that reveal the limits of generative video tools, ending with...
Hyundai Earth, Venus Concepts to Showcase Future of Ioniq Cars
Hyundai has unveiled two new concept vehicles, Earth and Venus, to preview the next generation of its Ioniq electric lineup. Both models abandon the brand’s recent "pixel" lighting signature in favor of sharp triangular motifs and more aerodynamic profiles. The...
Audi's Five-Cylinder Engine Will Live On Outside Europe
Audi announced it will cease production of the RS3 with its iconic 2.5‑liter inline‑five engine for European markets by mid‑2027, citing the costly compliance required for upcoming Euro 7 emissions standards. The RS3 sedan and sportback will continue to be built...
Toward the Sun Summerhouse / Tassos Biris - Sofia Tsiraki & Associate Architects
The Toward the Sun Summerhouse, designed by Tassos Biris and Sofia Tsiraki, is a 200 m² residence perched on a windswept cape in Antiparos and slated for completion in 2025. Its layout is driven by a cross‑shaped geometry inspired by seagull flight,...
Standout Stores: Jennifer Fisher, Chanel, Nespresso
Luxury and lifestyle brands are redefining brick‑and‑mortar with three new flagship concepts. Jennifer Fisher opened a 1,281‑sq‑ft Beverly Hills store featuring rich materials, banquette seating and an in‑store café bar. Chanel launched a 5,370‑sq‑ft boutique in Boca Raton, designed by...
Fratello Talks: Watches We Personally Love But Would Not Recommend
In a recent Fratello Talks episode, hosts RJ, Daan and Nacho dissect watches they adore but wouldn’t universally recommend. They spotlight the Omega Speedmaster, Citizen Promaster Aqualand JP2000, and Cartier Santos Galbée XL, explaining how size, design quirks, and tool‑centric...
West Village Double-Wide Nabs $70M Signed Contract
A West Village megamansion at 105‑107 Banks Street secured a signed purchase contract exceeding $70 million, translating to roughly $5,400 per square foot. The 13,000‑square‑foot residence merges two historic townhouses and features six floors, an elevator, a gym, screening room, and...
How the New Bilt Palladium Stacks Up to Other Premium Travel Credit Cards
Fintech firm Bilt relaunched its premium Palladium card in early 2026, charging a $495 annual fee and offering 2 points per dollar on most purchases plus airport lounge access, travel credits, and housing rewards. To earn points on rent or...
Yves Saint Laurent’s Lalanne Mirror Collection Is Hitting the Auction Block
Sotheby’s will auction the iconic 15‑piece Claude Lalanne mirror set commissioned by Yves Saint Laurent for his Paris duplex, valued at $10–15 million. The mirrors, crafted in gilt bronze and copper over a decade (1974‑1985), form a fully‑mirrored salon that has not been...
Brunello Cucinelli Expanding Vancouver Flagship
Italian luxury label Brunello Cucinelli is enlarging its downtown Vancouver presence by annexing the former Thom Browne boutique at 747 Thurlow Street, creating a combined flagship exceeding 4,500 sq ft. Construction began in March with a target opening in fall 2026, coinciding with...
No Sound, No Fury: Acoustics Playing Bigger Role In Luxury Condo Projects
Luxury condo prices are climbing, with the median unit now at $1.8 million and ultra‑luxury units reaching $10‑15 million. Buyers expect premium sound isolation, prompting developers to treat acoustics as a core amenity rather than an afterthought. Industry panels at Bisnow’s South...
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Quince’s Crossbody Bag Looks ‘So Similar’ to a $395 Version, and Shoppers Say the Luxe Style ‘Fits Everything’
Quince’s Italian Leather Handwoven Crossbody retails for $102, closely resembling a designer version priced around $395. The bag’s hand‑woven Italian leather, internal pocket, and adjustable strap deliver a luxe feel while remaining compact at 5×7×2 inches. Available in six neutral...
Historic Watch Recovered From Titanic’s Wealthiest Passenger Heads to Auction
A Patek Philippe pocket watch owned by Titanic’s wealthiest passenger, John Jacob Astor IV, has resurfaced for auction in Chicago. Freeman’s Auction estimates the watch at $300,000‑$500,000, with an accompanying 14‑carat gold pencil valued at $10,000‑$20,000. The watch’s provenance traces back to its 1904...
The Retailer That’s Obsessed With AI | The Debrief
Revolve, once famed for influencer‑driven fashion events, is reshaping its strategy around artificial intelligence. Founded by software engineers, the company treats e‑commerce as a data science problem, building proprietary AI tools rather than buying off‑the‑shelf solutions. Its new AI‑powered search...
Cameron Diaz Adds a Pop of Red With Jude Pumps on ‘The Tonight Show’
Cameron Diaz appeared on The Tonight Show wearing a striking pair of red Jude Haze pumps, paired with an all‑cream tailored suit. The three‑inch almond‑toe heels retail for $590 and are crafted in Portugal. The appearance underscores Jude’s growing cachet...
How to Buy a Birkin Bag Online (at Verified Retailers Where You Won’t Get Scammed)
The Hermès Birkin remains a coveted status symbol, but buying new requires navigating a restrictive boutique system and hefty pre‑spend requirements that can exceed the bag’s price. In 2026, shoppers increasingly turn to verified online resale platforms such as Revolve,...
My Favorite Airbnb: A Family-Friendly Villa in Sicily
A family of eight discovered Villa Arcile, a seven‑bedroom, six‑bath villa in Brucoli, Sicily, ideal for multigenerational vacations. The property features a 26‑foot pool, lemon groves, and an outdoor kitchen, while communal areas lack air‑conditioning, prompting guests to stay outdoors....
Why Hotel Montalembert Is the Best Place to Stay During Paris Fashion Week
Hotel Montalembert, a historic boutique property in Paris’s 7th arrondissement, is touted as the premier lodging choice for Paris Fashion Week. Its Art Deco façade sits just an eight‑minute walk from the Musée d’Orsay and the main runway venues, placing guests...
Heinrich Continues to Expand Their Radiance Line with the “Wave”
Heinrich has launched the Guilloche Wave, the latest addition to its Radiance dress‑watch collection. The 38.5 mm stainless‑steel case features a wave‑pattern guilloche dial, Art Deco‑inspired hour markers, and a manually wound ETA 7001 movement housed in an 8 mm thin profile. Priced...
Finally, a Dopp Kit with a Backbone
Parallelle, known for its Traveller makeup bag, launched a Medium Dopp kit after its Large version sold out in just two weeks. The Medium Kit measures 8.5 × 7.25 × 3.5 inches, offering a slimmer profile while retaining the brand’s signature pinch‑and‑fold construction that lets...
Lucid Motors Recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over Seat Belt Defect
Lucid Motors announced a recall of over 4,000 Gravity SUVs after discovering that second‑row seat‑belt anchors were not welded correctly. The defect stems from a seat‑belt supplier altering its manufacturing process without Lucid’s approval, prompting the automaker to revert to...
Azamara Reveals Next Phase of Its Fleetwide Upgrades
Azamara Cruises announced the next phase of its fleetwide renovation, Azamara Onward, which will enter a two‑week dry dock in November 2027. The program adds a new Chef’s Table restaurant, reimagines the Atlas Bar as a destination bar, and refreshes...
EXCLUSIVE: Japanese Textile Hosoo House Launches First Menswear Capsule
Japanese luxury textile house Hosoo, a 12th‑generation Nishijin weaving firm, unveiled a limited‑edition menswear capsule made from a newly developed hemp fabric. The 22‑piece collection, featuring pants, shirts and modern kimonos, debuted in Kyoto and may be shown again at...
15 Best Barn Jackets to Carry You Through the Transitional Weather
The article curates fifteen top barn jackets poised to dominate spring 2026 wardrobes, ranging from Alex Mill’s brick‑red waxed cotton to Damson Madder’s reversible organic‑cotton designs. It highlights heritage labels such as Barbour and L.L. Bean alongside contemporary players like Totême...
Hotel Review: Bertrand’s Townhouse, Bloomsbury
Bertrand’s Townhouse, a new 43‑room boutique hotel in Bloomsbury, merges three Georgian townhouses into a luxury retreat inspired by philosopher Bertrand Russell. Designed by Studio Moren, the property blends heritage cornicing, brass furnishings and contemporary art, offering both classic and...
Patrick Fisher Named Hotel ZaZa Collection President
Patrick Fisher has been appointed president of the Hotel ZaZa collection, overseeing four luxury properties in Dallas, Houston and Austin. The move follows Rockbridge Holdings' 2024 acquisition of the brand and signals a new growth phase. Fisher arrives from the...
What It's Like to Run a Casino on Board a Luxury Cruise Ship
Crystal Serenity, part of the ultra‑luxury Crystal Cruises line, features the only Casino de Monte‑Carlo at sea after a $170 million refurbishment completed in 2022. Casino manager Josh Simonetti oversees a boutique gaming floor that opens only in international waters, offering slots...
Stellantis Recalls 44,000 UK Cars Due to Fire Risk
Stellantis is voluntarily recalling 44,000 UK vehicles built between 2023 and 2026 after engineers found a fire risk in the 1.2‑litre mild‑hybrid powertrain. The hazard stems from the gasoline particulate filter pipe contacting the pole‑protection cap of the belt‑starter‑generator, which...
King Frederik Just Inherited One of Denmark’s Most Historic Royal Palaces
King Frederik officially took ownership of Marselisborg Palace on March 30, inheriting it as a gift valued at about 1.5 million Danish kroner ($233,000), far below its 2020 appraisal of 41.5 million kroner ($4.3 million). The historic summer retreat, used by the royal family...
2027 Subaru Getaway Revealed: A Three-Row Electric SUV With 420 HP And AWD
Subaru unveiled its fourth electric vehicle, the Getaway, a three‑row SUV slated for late‑2026 launch. The model packs dual electric motors delivering 420 hp and all‑wheel drive, achieving 0‑60 mph in under five seconds. It offers more than 300 miles of range from...
Marni Is Taking over an Iconic Milanese Café for Design Week – and It’s Open to Everyone
Fashion house Marni is transforming Milan’s historic Pasticceria Cucchi into a three‑month pop‑up for Milan Design Week 2026. The “Marni x Cucchi” installation, created with RedDuo Studio, reimagines the café’s everyday objects—sugar packets, cups, uniforms—with bold mid‑century graphics and a joint logo....
Top Resi Brokers, Firms Navigate Luxury’s New Battlegrounds: Rankings
New York City’s luxury residential market rebounded in 2025, delivering record‑breaking sales such as a $129 million Manhattan condo and multiple $80‑$90 million deals. A severe shortage of new‑development inventory—down to a ten‑year low—has intensified competition and driven price per square foot...
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Will Ferrell and Sidney Crosby Are Both Fans of This Watch Brand
Comedic actor Will Ferrell recently visited Feldmar Watch Company to pick up Norqain’s new Adventure Chrono NHL Limited Edition, underscoring the Swiss brand’s growing cachet among athletes. Founded in 2018 by former Breitling executive Ben Küffer and NHL stars like...
Tauck Expands Fleet with New Riverboats
Tauck has launched two new riverboats, ms Lumiere and ms Serene, in Lyon to expand its French river cruise portfolio. The 443‑foot Lumiere holds up to 130 guests on the Rhône, while the 410‑foot Serene accommodates 124 guests on the...
Elements Texture Tiles by Casalgrande Padana
Italian tile maker Casalgrande Padana launched Elements Texture, a porcelain stoneware collection offering six neutral shades and two tactile finishes—Naturale and Canvas. The matte, cloudy surfaces aim to add softness and depth to interiors, suitable for floors, walls, and furnishings....
A Landmark in Luxury: The Arrival of Upper Grande Rockleigh
Upper Grande Rockleigh, the first luxury townhome enclave in Rockleigh, New Jersey, debuted in February 2026 with a limited collection of 25 residences. Developed by Gerry Puccio and designed by Jennifer Pacca, the homes span 3,200 to 3,500 square feet...
Kelly Wearstler and H&M Home Announce Furniture Collaboration
Kelly Wearstler has partnered with H&M Home for the brand’s first furniture collaboration, unveiled at Milan Design Week 2026. The collection, presented in a site‑specific installation at Palazzo Acerbi, blends Wearstler’s signature aesthetic with modular, mix‑and‑match pieces across furniture, lighting...
Kiko Mizuhara on Slowing Down, Shutting up and Touching Grass
Cou Cou Intimates, a London‑based lingerie label founded five years ago, launched its spring campaign inspired by bell hooks' 1996 essay "Touching the Earth." The campaign, titled after the essay, features Japanese‑American model Kiko Mizuhara and photographer Erika Kamano, emphasizing...
Avora Residences Launches “Continuum,” Introducing a New Private Membership Club at Sea
Avora Residences has unveiled Continuum, a private‑membership yachting platform built around the retrofitted Regent Seven Seas vessel Avora Lumina. The program targets ultra‑high‑net‑worth travelers with a $150,000 initiation fee, $75,000 annual dues and up to 60 days of onboard access per...
Gold Coast FBO Partners with Mondrian Hotel on Passenger Lounge
Platinum Business Aviation Centre has teamed up with Mondrian Gold Coast to launch a hotel‑branded lounge inside its FBO at Gold Coast Airport. The Mondrian Lounge blends the hotel’s design aesthetic with Platinum’s private‑aviation services, offering a premium space for...
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How to Get the Most Value Out of Your Next All-Inclusive Vacation, According to Hospitality Experts and Staff
Hospitality leaders at La Casa de la Playa and Zemi Miches explain how travelers can extract maximum value from all‑inclusive vacations. They stress selecting a resort that aligns with personal interests, leveraging off‑season pricing, and engaging the concierge early to...
How Beads Outgrew Granny’s Jewellery Box
Beaded necklaces and earrings have moved from nostalgic accessories to high‑profile runway staples this spring. Chanel’s SS26 show and Tory Burch’s collection highlighted oversized beads, tassels and gemstone‑laden strands, while emerging brands such as YSSO and Mouki Mou introduced new bead‑centric lines...
Apartment A / Heros
Apartment A reimagines a 1970s duplex on Paris’s 7th floor, adding two generous planted terraces that blur the line between interior and exterior. The renovation strips away partitions, exposing raw concrete and integrating technical functions within anodized‑aluminium‑clad volumes. Wooden, polished‑concrete platforms...
Hotel Review: Six Senses Krabey Island Cambodia
Six Senses Krabey Island, a boutique eco‑luxury resort off Cambodia’s Sihanoukville, opened with 40 private villas each featuring its own pool and immersive jungle or sea views. The property blends the brand’s original wellness philosophy with IHG’s operational scale, offering Guest...