What’s New in Bangkok: Restaurants, Bars, Hotels and More
Bangkok has solidified its status as the world’s most visited city, drawing a flood of tourists and luxury brands alike. International hotel giants such as Aman, Hilton, Hyatt, Fairmont, Langham and Nobu are slated to open new upscale properties, expanding the city’s high‑end hospitality footprint. At the same time, a wave of low‑key bars, boutique restaurants and edgy galleries is reshaping Bangkok’s cultural vibe, giving the metropolis a bohemian edge. The Siri Sala Private Thai Villa, featured on “The White Lotus,” exemplifies the blend of celebrity allure and intimate luxury now on offer.
Ulpotha: A Place to Pause, a Place to Be
Ulpotha is a 22‑acre eco‑retreat tucked in Sri Lanka’s Galgiriwa Mountains, offering 11 hand‑crafted adobe huts without modern tech. Guests experience barefoot luxury through yoga sessions, Ayurvedic treatments, and meals prepared from on‑site organic produce. The property relies on solar...
Mercedes-Benz Dealer Employee Arrested After Allegedly Driving a Customer’s C-Class to a Bar
A Mercedes‑Benz service technician in Collierville, Tennessee, allegedly drove a customer’s C300 to a bar after the vehicle was left for repairs, triggering GPS alerts that alerted the owner. Police found the employee, Derrick Nguyen, intoxicated in the car and...
2027 Volvo EX90
Volvo’s 2027 EX90 electric SUV will carry over the 2025 model’s design and powertrain lineup, with pricing ranging from $79,000 for the base single‑motor to $91,000 for the top‑trim Ultra. The 2026 update introduced an 800‑volt charging system that can...
Miley Cyrus's Head-to-Toe Hermès Leather Mixes Rock & Roll With Stealth Wealth
At the iHeartRadio Music Awards, Miley Cyrus swapped her recent Hannah Montana‑themed glitter for a sleek Hermès ensemble from the brand’s fall 2025 collection. The outfit combined structured tailoring, padded shoulders and black stilettos, delivering a rock‑infused, stealth‑wealth aesthetic. This shift highlights...
Michael Kors UK Sees Lower Sales and Profits on Store Closures
Michael Kors UK reported a sharp decline in turnover, dropping to just under £60 million (≈ $75 million) from almost £71 million (≈ $89 million) as store closures and a weak economic environment weighed on sales. Despite the revenue drop, the gross profit margin improved to...
Drew Barrymore Looks to Sell Westchester Home
Actress‑talk‑show host Drew Barrymore has put her 12‑acre Westchester estate on the market for $5 million, according to the Wall Street Journal. She bought the 7,300‑square‑foot property two years ago for $4.4 million, and the home now lists at $687 per square...
As It Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary, Andiata Aims to Become a Byword for Elegance in Europe and Beyond
Andiata marks its 40th anniversary as a Finnish luxury label steered by founder Tarja Rantanen and daughter Matilda Morelius. The brand recorded €6.3 million (~$6.9 million) in sales for 2025, with roughly half generated through its e‑commerce platform. Distribution remains boutique‑focused, limited...
Acura Celebrates Turning 40 by Building This Rad Integra Race Car
Acura marks its 40th anniversary by recreating the Comptech Integra that captured back‑to‑back IMSA manufacturers’ championships in 1987‑88. The new Integra 40 Racer features a rebuilt 1.6‑liter D16A1 DOHC engine, a heavily revised chassis with Tein coil‑overs, and a stripped‑down, race‑ready interior....
Karl Lagerfeld’s 18th Century Manor House Has Hit The Market
Karl Lagerfeld’s former residence, the 1749 Manoir du Mée‑sur‑Seine near Paris, is now on the market for €2.7 million (about $2.9 million). The 500 sqm manor and 184 sqm guest house sit on extensive landscaped grounds and have hosted lavish parties, fashion shoots, and film...
A New Kind of Luxury: How Muslim-Friendly Spas Are Redefining Global Wellness
Malaysia’s Islamic Tourism Centre and the Association of Malaysian Spas have unveiled the world’s first Muslim‑Friendly Spa Guideline and Training Programme, standardising halal‑certified products, gender‑sensitive staffing, and modesty protocols. The initiative targets the multi‑billion‑dollar global Muslim travel market, which has...
This Under-$120 Alt Is the Only Thing Keeping Me From Spending $1K on Hailey Bieber's The Row Mules
Hailey Bieber has been spotted wearing The Row’s Penelope Mules, a sleek patent‑leather slip‑on priced around $1,000. The article highlights the shoe’s alignment with emerging high‑vamp and patent‑finish trends for 2026. It then presents affordable alternatives, notably Aldo’s Lambert mules...
American Considers Bringing Back Seat Back TVs On Narrow Body Planes
American Airlines is reportedly weighing a reversal of its seat‑back TV removal, with a decision on reinstating screens across its narrow‑body fleet possibly coming as early as next month. The move would be part of a broader inflight‑entertainment overhaul that...
Homes & Hideaways By World Of Hyatt 2x Points Promotion: Worth It?
World of Hyatt’s Homes & Hideaways vacation‑rental platform is running a 2x points promotion for stays booked between March 23 and May 31, 2026. The offer applies automatically—no registration, no caps, and it works for any reservation date. Members normally earn 5x points...
THE RITZ-CARLTON ORLANDO, GRANDE LAKES DEBUTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
The Ritz‑Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes unveiled a suite of Signature Experiences, adding high‑end activities such as a Daytona supercar drive, a Kobe beef dinner, a space‑exploration tour, and nature‑focused retreats. Prices range from $395 for a junior naturalist program to $2,650...
Fratello’s Top 5 Rolex Explorer Alternatives In 2026
Fratello’s latest list spotlights five watches that can serve as cost‑effective alternatives to the iconic Rolex Explorer, covering a range from premium German engineering to budget‑friendly British pieces. The selections include IWC’s Mark XX ($7,590), Tudor’s Ranger ($3,872‑$3,993), Omega’s Railmaster ($6,710),...
India's Luxury Promise Hits a Wall: Not Enough Malls to Shop In
India’s luxury market, valued at $12.1 bn, is constrained by a severe shortage of premium retail space, with only three true luxury malls—two in Delhi and one in Mumbai. Top brands such as LVMH, Kering and Richemont report zero availability for...
$1 Million Homes in the Greek Isles
Alison Gregor reports a four‑bedroom, five‑bath stone villa on Syros listed for $1.1 million (≈€950,000). The 3,175‑sq‑ft property includes a private pool, guesthouse, and 0.6‑acre landscaped lot with sea‑view terraces. Located two minutes from Finikas and fifteen minutes from Ermoupoli and...
A Diamond-and-Ruby Ring Inspired by Indian Bazaars
Van Cleef & Arpels, founded in 1906, has long catered to royalty, including Indian maharajahs, and its 1947 India voyages sparked a series of culturally inspired pieces. The brand’s recent Treasure Island collection showcases the Charme de Rajasthan ring, featuring an 11.31‑carat diamond...
BoF to Convene Luxury Leaders in Lake Como During Milan Design Week
The Business of Fashion and Marriott International’s Luxury Group will host a closed‑door Luxury Leaders Salon on Lake Como during Milan Design Week. The event, timed with the March 2026 opening of Marriott’s new Lake Como Edition, will bring together senior executives...
Luxury Briefing: In a Volatile Middle East, Bags Charms Reaching $250,000 Are Catching On
Luxury brands are launching a new category that fuses fine jewelry with handbags, featuring charms that can cost up to $250,000. The trend is fueled by ultra‑wealthy consumers in the Middle East, where volatile markets are prompting a shift toward...
London Luxury Property Market Shows ‘Renewed Confidence’ After Years of Slowdown
Carter Jonas’ Spring 2026 luxury market update shows London’s high‑end residential sector rebounding after a sharp 2025 slowdown. Transaction volumes fell about 65% year‑over‑year, with total investment dropping from £7.8 billion (≈$10 billion) to roughly £2.2 billion (≈$2.8 billion). The upcoming High‑Value Council Tax surcharge,...
2027 Infiniti QX65 Channels the Coupe-Like FX SUV From the 2000s
Infiniti unveiled the 2027 QX65, a two‑row midsize SUV that sits alongside the QX60 but trades the latter’s cramped third row for a sloped roofline and expanded cargo space. All trims come with a retuned 268‑hp 2.0‑liter turbo‑four and standard...
View Exterior Photos of the 2027 Infiniti QX65
Infiniti unveiled the 2027 QX65, a two‑row premium crossover positioned between the QX60 and its sportier rivals. It will be sold in Luxe, Sport and Autograph trims, with a starting price of $55,535 for the entry‑level Luxe. All models share...
2027 Infiniti QX65
Infiniti is launching the 2027 QX65, a two‑row fastback SUV derived from the QX60, to compete with the Audi Q8 and Genesis GV80 Coupe. It rides a 268‑hp turbocharged 2.0‑liter four‑cylinder paired with a nine‑speed automatic and standard all‑wheel drive....
A New Chapter in Ultra-Luxury Cruising Has Arrived
Oceania Cruises has launched the first of its five‑ship Sonata class, the Oceania Sonata, marking a new era for ultra‑luxury cruising. The ship debuts two exclusive dining venues – the 18‑seat La Table by Master Chefs of France and the Nikkei...
La Dolce Vita in Malta
VisitMalta North America unveiled the luxury coffee‑table book *La Dolce Vita in Malta* at an exclusive New York event hosted in the Malta Tourism Authority’s UN mission office. The publication, created in partnership with Dolce Media Group, blends high‑end editorial...
At These Hotels, Turndown Service Is an Opportunity for Storytelling
Hotels are reinventing the traditional turndown ritual by adding hyper‑local storytelling and handcrafted gifts, from cowboy poems at Wyoming’s Rusty Parrot Lodge to Murano glass pieces in Venice. The trend, which gained momentum after the pandemic, sees properties partnering with...
Camilla Partners With The Met on Capsule Collection
Australian luxury resort‑wear label Camilla Franks unveiled a 73‑piece Met × Camilla capsule collection at a Sydney gala, drawing design inspiration from The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s galleries. The collection, featuring silk satin, georgette, chiffon and cotton velvet, will debut online on...
Magnus Walker Outlaw Collection Outperforms Pre-Auction Estimates
RM Sotheby’s auction of Magnus Walker’s Outlaw Collection generated $2 million from 160 Porsche items, including 16 complete cars, achieving a 100 percent sell‑through rate. The top‑selling lot, a 1967 Porsche 911 S, fetched $308,000, far surpassing its $150,000‑$200,000 estimate. Overall, most of...
Beckham Does Berlin: Exclusive In-Store Appearances to Launch Third Edition of Hugo Boss Collab
David Beckham attended an exclusive in‑store event in Berlin to launch the third edition of his 'Boss by Beckham' capsule with Hugo Boss. The brand staged the activation at its two‑story flagship on Kurfürstendamm and a pop‑up inside KaDeWe, which will...
Emily Ratajkowski Takes a Walk on the Wild Side With Snakeprint Pumps
Emily Ratajkowski turned heads at the Cymbiotika × Ulta Beauty launch in Los Angeles by pairing a beige body‑con minidress with striking snake‑print pumps. The shoes feature a pointed toe, d’orsay cut‑outs, a four‑inch stiletto heel, and a black‑on‑beige animal print that...
Miami’s New Members’ Club Seia Has Contemporary Art, and Cotoletta Alla Milanese, on the Menu
Vlad Doronin, founder of OKO Group and Aman Resorts, has launched Seia, a private members’ club on the 54th and 55th floors of 830 Brickell in Miami’s financial district. The venue blends a curated contemporary art collection—including works by Warhol, Hirst...
Cupra's Dream of Selling Cars In the United States Isn't Dead Quite Yet
Volkswagen Group’s Cupra brand initially announced a U.S. launch by 2030, but froze the plan in July 2025 citing industry volatility and geopolitical uncertainty. CEO Markus Haupt told Edmunds the brand still intends to sell vehicles in the United States,...
House Party: Romilly Newman’s Dinner Party Dos and Don’ts
Romilly Newman, dubbed a Gen‑Z Martha Stewart, debuted her interior styling at Armadillo’s new New York flagship by hosting a dinner party that showcased the brand’s luxury textiles. She shared three hosting essentials—uniform candles, a curated playlist, and pre‑batched cocktails—while...
Snoop Dogg’s Real Estate Portfolio Is Completely Unexpected
Snoop Dogg, whose net worth sits around $160 million, maintains a surprisingly modest real‑estate footprint. His primary residence is a 3,800‑sq‑ft home in Diamond Bar, California, purchased for $720,000 in 1998 and still occupied by his family. He also runs a 20,000‑sq‑ft...
Introducing the Golden Goose Ball Star
Golden Goose unveiled the Ball Star sneaker, a black suede shoe highlighted by a contrasting white leather star and cream laces. The design merges masculine and feminine cues, pairing clean‑cut trousers with casual denim for seamless styling. A calf‑hair version adds...
Cooper Hewitt to Honor Maya Lin, MillerKnoll, Candace Wheeler, and Others at Its Smithsonian National Design Awards Gala
Cooper Hewitt introduced a new distinction at its annual Smithsonian National Design Awards Gala to honor both living and deceased individual designers and corporations for enduring impact. The inaugural class includes corporate giants Adobe, MillerKnoll, Target and Tiffany & Co.,...
How to Buy Loose Diamonds Online, According to Jewelry Experts
The guide explains how to purchase loose diamonds online, outlining the advantages of buying unmounted stones for custom jewelry. It ranks top retailers such as Blue Nile, Brilliant Earth, Kay Jewelers, Ritani and Frank Darling, and details safety factors like...
Luft Toyko Showcases Porsche Love In A Stunning Setting
Air‑cooled Porsche enthusiasts gathered in Tokyo for the first Luftgekühlt event in Asia, attracting more than 11,600 visitors and 220 classic Porsches displayed on a converted stretch of the KK Line Expressway. Organizers said the turnout exceeded expectations, confirming strong...
Crying in Couture: Ellie Misner’s New Collection Is a Beautiful Disaster
London‑based designer Ellie Misner unveiled her AW26 demi‑couture collection, "It’s My Birthday, I Can Cry If I Want To," at a runway that turned personal dread into visual spectacle. The show fused theatrical makeup, oversized silhouettes and fragmented fabrics to...
Anya Taylor-Joy’s Big, Big Hat Really Is Appropriate for a Mushroom Kingdom Princess
Anya Taylor‑Joy attended the Super Mario Galaxy press event in Tokyo wearing a sculptural, wide‑brim hat that echoed Princess Peach’s iconic pink aesthetic. The custom millinery, paired with a matching bra and peplum skirt, reinforced Nintendo’s branding while showcasing her signature...
The 5 Most Common Watch Complications (And Which Ones You Need)
The article explains that watch "complications" are any functions beyond the basic hour‑minute‑second display, focusing on the five most common ones for everyday wearers. It outlines the practical benefits of date windows, chronographs, GMT/dual‑time, moonphase displays, and power‑reserve indicators. Each...
Blacklane: The Yin to Uber’s Yang?
Uber is reportedly close to acquiring premium chauffeur service Blacklane for roughly $1.03 bn, a move that would add a high‑margin, pre‑booked offering to its portfolio. Blacklane operates in about 500 cities across more than 50 countries, serving business and luxury...
Virgin Voyages Reveals Red Hot Sailing Club Voyages for 2027
Virgin Voyages announced two exclusive Red Hot Sailing Club voyages for 2027, now open for booking. The July itinerary sails from Athens to Santorini, Crete, Kusadasi, and an overnight stay in Mykonos, while the November sailing departs Miami for Costa...
Must Read: Mulberry Is Relaunching Its Ready-to-Wear With Christopher Kane, Henkel to Acquire Olaplex
Mulberry is reviving its ready‑to‑wear line after a six‑year pause, appointing Christopher Kane as creative director with a collection debut slated for September and store launch in January 2027. German consumer‑goods giant Henkel announced a $1.4 billion acquisition of premium hair‑care...
HAYELI's Debut Fall 2026 Collection Artfully Explores the Idea of Self-Image
HAYELI debuted its Fall 2026 collection *Multiple* at the Palais de Tokyo, blending art and fashion to explore self‑image in urban contexts. Founded by artist Tigran Tsitoghdzyan, retailer YOOTO and designer Armine Ohanyan, the brand builds on its inaugural *Self Reflection* line. The...
Vica by Annabelle Selldorf Opens a Showroom at New York Design Center
Annabelle Selldorf’s Vica brand opened a flagship showroom at the New York Design Center, overlooking Lexington Avenue. The space displays a curated mix of textiles, lighting, furniture, and accessories that blend the Selldorf family’s historic designs with contemporary collaborations. Selldorf...
This Bonkers 150-Night World Cruise Will Take You to All 7 Continents
Regent Seven Seas Cruises announced its 150‑night “Eras of Exploration 2029 World Cruise,” a luxury itinerary that will visit all seven continents and 70 ports. The voyage departs Miami, travels 37,000 nautical miles, and concludes in Rome, offering 13 overnight stays...
Princess Charlene Rewears Her Favorite Fendi Sunglasses at the Reopening of a Historic Monaco Garden
Princess Charlene, Prince Albert and Princess Caroline reopened Monaco’s historic Exotic Garden on March 30 after a six‑year renovation. The updates include panoramic walkways, a children’s playground, a birthday‑party area, a new reception space, and an outdoor terrace and bar designed...