Anthony Joshua Just Picked Up A Custom Land Rover Defender 110
Anthony Joshua has taken delivery of a bespoke Land Rover Defender 110 built by UK customizer Urban Automotive. The vehicle features the company’s Widetrack package, which widens the stance, adds flared arches, blacked‑out trim and premium leather interiors, all finished in an all‑black specification. The build was created in partnership with Black Label Lifestyle and was unveiled in a hand‑over video on Urban’s YouTube channel. Its arrival coincides with Joshua’s looming showdown with Tyson Fury, a bout expected to generate a massive payday.
CLOT Made an Espadrille Masterpiece Out of an Adidas Soccer Shoe
Edison Chen’s streetwear label CLOT has transformed adidas’ classic Mundial soccer shoe into an espadrille‑style sneaker, adding woven soles, stitched logo patterns and gilded accents while retaining the original’s folded tongue. The collaboration extends a growing line of CLOT × adidas espadrille‑inspired...
Norqain Adds a Finishing Touch with New Freedom Chrono 60 Enjoy Life “Sprinkles” Models
Swiss watchmaker Norqain unveiled the Freedom Chrono 60 Enjoy Life “Sprinkles” edition at Watches & Wonders 2026, offering blue‑raspberry and strawberry dials decorated with lumed sprinkles. The limited‑run pieces are priced between $6,150 and $6,350, depending on strap choice, and feature...
Saweol Space / Atelier Siyu
Saweol Space reimagines a 23 m² corner unit in a mall atrium as a high‑impact fashion boutique. The design uses a dual base‑and‑primary structure, preserving the existing framework while adding prefabricated metal frames for displays, storage and checkout. Perforated panels and...
Only Fashion's Depressed Rich Kids Would Make $200,000 Art Out of a Guillotine
Enfants Riches Déprimés staged an exclusive pop‑up at Maxfield in Los Angeles, unveiling a $199,500 metal guillotine swing called the Only Child. The event also offered a $59,000 Dick Man Ashtray sculpture and limited‑edition pieces from the SS26 collection, including leather...
Luxury, Long-Haul, and LGBTQ+: Malta’s Aggressive Push for High-Value Tourists
Malta is repositioning itself from a seasonal European beach stop to a year‑round, high‑value destination by courting long‑haul travelers, especially from North America. The launch of a non‑stop Malta–New York flight and the expansion of a New York tourism office underscore a...
Come on Down to the Boat Show: 1993 Luxury Liners Compared
Car & Driver’s February 1993 test compared four luxury coupes—Acura Legend LS, Cadillac Eldorado Touring Coupe, Lincoln Mark VIII, and Lexus SC400. The Lexus earned first place for its blend of styling, handling, and ergonomics, while the Eldorado and Mark VIII tied for second despite...
This Italian Lingerie Brand Was Saved by Seamstresses—And an American Couple
Italian luxury lingerie house La Perla, once a global icon, slipped into insolvency amid waning sales and rising production costs. In response, its veteran seamstresses—self‑named the Perlines—organized a year‑long campaign that included lobbying the European Parliament, staging symbolic paper‑doll chains, and...
Ferrari Opens 2026 WEC Season with Imola Hyperpole, Toyota Misses by 0.011 Seconds
Ferrari’s No. 51 hypercar, driven by Antonio Giovinazzi, secured pole for the 2026 WEC season opener at Imola by a razor‑thin 0.011 seconds over Toyota’s TR010. Giovinazzi achieved the time on five‑lap old tires, matching his championship‑winning lap from last year....
Sabrina Carpenter Brings Back Dior Bra Top & Fringe Skirt to Coachella
Sabrina Carpenter returned to Coachella Weekend 2 wearing a reimagined Dior bra top paired with a matching fringe skirt, adding a silky robe and a retro telephone prop for theatrical flair. The black embellished ensemble, highlighted by her soft blonde waves,...
This Season’s Best Menswear Reimagines Dressing up in Effortless Style
The Spring/Summer 2026 menswear spread in Wallpaper’s May issue showcases an effortless, “languid elegance” that blurs ornamental and utilitarian cues. Photographed at Ed’s Shed in London, the editorial features high‑end pieces from Louis Vuitton, Loewe, Loro Piana, Brioni and Dior, with price tags...
The Top-50 Things to See at Milan Design Week
Monocle’s guide lists 50 must‑see installations and showcases spread across Milan Design Week, from historic venues like the Baggio Military Hospital to contemporary showrooms such as Alessi’s Palazzo Stampa. The roster features luxury brands (Hermès, Louis Vuitton), tech‑focused concepts (Kohler’s...
Islington House / Architecture for London + Hamish Vincent Design
Architecture for London partnered again with Hamish Vincent Design to remodel a Neo‑Georgian terrace house in Islington's Canonbury Conservation Area. The non‑listed property allowed the team to create a spacious open‑plan ground floor, add a new WC, and install a...
How to Recreate Meghan Markle’s Best Australia Fashion
Meghan Markle’s recent Australian tour put a spotlight on homegrown fashion, as she consistently chose pieces from emerging Australian designers such as Karen Gee, Rolla’s, and Friends with Frank. The duchess also highlighted her investment in OneOff, an AI‑powered fashion discovery...
Understated, Intentional, Timeless: Your Fashion Guide to Fine Jewelry for Beginners
The 2026 awards season signaled a resurgence of fine jewelry, with celebrities showcasing vintage Cartier and Tiffany pieces. Six beginner‑friendly brands—Sophie Bille Brahe, Kinn Studio, Steph Mazuera, Dorsey, Aaryah, and Blue Nile—share advice on building a timeless collection, emphasizing versatile staples like...
Marriott Launches Autograph Collection in India: Exclusive
Marriott International announced the launch of its Autograph Collection in India, debuting with the Noormahal palace hotel in Karnal, Haryana. The addition brings Marriott’s brand count in the country to 19 and underscores its strategy to grow a portfolio of...
Hermi House / Superestudio
The Hermi House in Sagunto, designed by Nacho Marí, reinterprets a traditional courtyard home through a modular system of nineteen 3 × 3 × 3 m units. Built in 2019 with cross‑laminated timber, the residence achieves a 50 % interior‑surface ratio, letting patios and terraces dominate...
The Coin That Tells Time: Beaubleu La Pièce Redefines the Watch Dial
Beaubleu, the Paris‑based independent watchmaker, teamed with the historic Monnaie de Paris to create La Pièce, the first watch dials struck like coins. Two references—N°1 with rippling non‑concentric circles and N°2 with fully sculpted, mirror‑polished surfaces—are produced using traditional minting techniques....
The Ultra-Wealthy Have a New Favorite Status Symbol: From a $14.5 Million Guitar to an $812,500 Bottle of Wine, Rare...
Rare collectibles are experiencing a price surge as ultra‑wealthy buyers chase scarcity and story. A 1969 black Fender Stratocaster played by David Gilmour fetched $14.55 million at Christie’s, more than double the previous guitar record, while a 1945 Domaine de la...
Inside The Boutique Farmhouse Hotel on a Swedish Island You’ve Never Heard Of
Gotland’s new boutique hotel, Sibbjäns, opens on a renovated 19th‑century farm, offering nine upscale rooms, a farm‑to‑table restaurant, and extensive gardens across nearly 200 acres. Co‑owners Pontus and Susanna Ronne, veterans of film and fashion, blend Nordic design with high‑tech...
Only the Tastiest Textural Air Maxes for Nike F.C.
Nike has unveiled the "Obsidian" Air Max 95, a textured‑leather sneaker branded under the fictitious Nike FC football club. The shoe features gold‑toned Swooshes, a single mesh strip, and the classic red‑white‑navy colorway, echoing traditional football aesthetics. Priced at roughly $125,...
In Cap & Gown, Nike’s Classy Jordan Sneaker Is the Best-Dressed Graduate Yet
Nike unveiled a new Air Jordan 6 dubbed “Cap and Gown,” timed for the 2026 graduation season. The sneaker features black leather, metallic silver accents and reflective details that echo traditional academic regalia. Priced at $125, it will drop on...
Inside The Ultra-Rare Kanye West Louis Vuitton Sample Shirt
An ultra‑rare Kanye West × Louis Vuitton monogram tee, produced around 2004‑2005, has surfaced online. The shirt was made without Louis Vuitton’s consent and only a handful of samples were ever produced, making it one of streetwear’s most elusive items. Its design...
Pat McGrath Labs Exits Bankruptcy With a New Owner
Pat McGrath Labs has emerged from Chapter 11 after a U.S. judge approved a restructuring that places Florida‑based GDA Luma in control. The firm provided a $30 million bankruptcy financing package, while founder Pat McGrath returned as chief creative officer. The brand, once...
Franck Muller Reimagines One of Its Defining Complications with the Vanguard Aero Revolution 3 Skeleton
Franck Muller unveiled the Vanguard Aero Revolution 3 Skeleton at the World Presentation of Haute Horlogerie, re‑imagining its iconic tri‑axial tourbillon within an 18 K rose‑gold case that is open‑worked on all four sides. The watch features a manually‑wound MVT FM 2031‑SMR‑VS‑NR calibre with 280 components,...
All the Celebrity Looks at the Tiffany & Co. Blue Book Gala
Tiffany & Co. staged a garden‑themed Blue Book Gala in New York to debut its Hidden Garden collection, a line inspired by birds, butterflies and foliage. The Park Avenue Armory was transformed into a lush venue, drawing a star‑studded crowd...
5 Under-the-Radar Watch Brands Every Guy Should Know
The article spotlights five under‑the‑radar micro‑brand watchmakers—Aera, Serica, Traska, Brew, and Xeric—offering distinctive designs at accessible price points. Aera’s tool‑inspired D‑1 diver and P‑1 pilot debuted in 2022, while Serica delivers Swiss‑made, COSC‑certified chronometers under $2,500. Traska, based in Florida,...
Watches & Wonders: The Oyster Perpetual, a New Daytona, and Other New Releases to Celebrate 100 Years of Rolex
Rolex marked its centennial at Watches & Wonders by spotlighting the Oyster case, unveiling a fresh wave of Oyster Perpetual models. The showcase also introduced an updated Daytona with a re‑engineered bezel, a refreshed Day‑Date featuring new dial palettes, and...
Kim Petras's Dramatic Leg Slit Would Make Angelina Jolie Blush
Kim Petras stepped onto the LACMA gala in a striking black Gucci dress featuring a waist‑high leg slit, epitomizing the new sexy‑minimalist direction under creative director Demna Gvasalia. The look combined a one‑shouldered silhouette, black horsebit pumps, and a crystal‑topped...
CELINE Is Too Good To Take Off at the Beach (EXCLUSIVE)
Luxury house Celine, under new creative director Michael Rider, unveiled its Summer 2026 collection, emphasizing beach‑ready clothing that retains the brand’s high‑end aesthetic. The line features relaxed tailoring—dropped shoulders, nipped waists—and reinterpreted classics such as washed jeans, baby‑blue sweaters, and leather...
The Blooming Haus / Studio WhiteScape
The Blooming Haus, a 5,000 ft² residence in Bengaluru’s RR Nagar, showcases modern minimalist architecture that merges indoor and outdoor realms through perforated concrete panels inspired by traditional Indian jalis. The design incorporates extensive green buffers, an indoor tree, and a yellow‑accented...
The Digital Heartbeat: Rolex, AI, and Counterfeit Protection
Rolex has unveiled a new AI‑driven acoustic diagnostic system detailed in patent WO/2025/262258, which replaces traditional Fourier analysis with discrete wavelet transforms and neural‑network processing. The technology can isolate each of the five escapement shocks, provide component‑level health metrics, and...
Booking Virgin Voyages With Points: How to Book, Current Availability, and If They’re Worth the Splurge
Virgin Voyages now lets members redeem Virgin Red or Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points for cruises across its four‑ship fleet, including new U.S. West Coast and Alaska itineraries on the Brilliant Lady. Point costs range from 195,000 to 1.32 million per cabin,...
Myntra Strengthens Luxury Offering with S&N by Shantnu & Nikhil, Debuts Shantnu Nikhil Cricket Club Online
Myntra has added the new luxury label S&N by Shantnu Nikhil to its Myntra Luxe platform and launched the Shantnu Nikhil Cricket Club (SNCC) collection online. S&N offers over 500 contemporary occasion‑wear pieces for men and women, starting at Rs 12,500 (≈ $150)....
From Glamping To Gaming, Hotels Lean Into Experiential Concepts
Hotels are increasingly betting on experiential concepts to capture niche travelers, with Best Western’s WorldHotels brand rolling out glamping‑style properties in Honduras, Utah and North Carolina. Marriott has teamed with wellness brand Lefay to launch luxury wellness resorts in Italy’s Lago di Garda and...
You Don't Have to Care About Clothes to Love Arpenteur (EXCLUSIVE)
Arpenteur, the Lyon‑based menswear label founded by cousins Marc Asseily and Laurent Bourven, marks its 15th anniversary with a Fall/Winter 2026 collection that expands into soft lambskin outerwear and a uniquely rigid linen fabric. The brand continues its commitment to...
As Salone Raritas Prepares to Make Its Debut, We Reflect on the Momentous Rise of the Collectible Design Fair
Salone Raritas debuts at Milan’s Fiera Milano, occupying pavilions 9‑11 and showcasing 25 international exhibitors in a lantern‑like space designed by Formafantasma. The launch marks a strategic pivot for Salone del Mobile as industrial‑focused fairs like IMM Cologne cancel while collectible‑design events gain traction worldwide....
The Tote-Bag Economy Is Taking over Retail
The global tote‑bag market is booming, valued at $2.75 bn in 2025, and has become a status‑driven souvenir trend. Retailers in Paris and beyond are dedicating registers and signage solely to sell branded totes, often crowding out their primary merchandise. Shoppers...
Audi Reportedly Mulling a Plan to Turn the RS3 Hybrid to Keep the 5-Cylinder Alive
Audi is exploring a hybrid version of the RS3 to meet Europe’s stringent Euro 7 emissions rules, which could keep the model’s iconic 2.5‑liter five‑cylinder alive on the continent. The company had previously announced a sales halt for the RS3 in...
The Watch Podcast Disrupting the ‘Pale, Male and Stale’ Image
The Wrist Check Pod, launched in 2021 by New York‑based Rashawn Smith and Perri Dash, has quickly become a leading voice in watch media. Their informal, inclusive style demystifies mechanical, quartz and hybrid movements for both novices and seasoned collectors....
Live From WWG26: New Releases From Vacheron Constantin
Vacheron Constantin unveiled two new pieces at WWG26: the Historique American 1921 re‑issue in 18K pink gold and an updated Overseas Dual Time Cardinal Point with a titanium case and anthracite‑grey movement. The Historique is offered in 36.5 mm and 40 mm at...
Ford’s Never-Seen, Canceled Moonshot EV Has Been Hiding in Plain Sight Online for a Year
Ford confirmed that its ambitious three‑row electric SUV, teased in 2022 with 350‑mile range claims, was cancelled in August 2024. The concept reappeared when former EV boss Doug Field posted the rendering as his LinkedIn banner, prompting Ford to label it a...
Designer Travel
Designer Travel, a multi‑award‑winning luxury travel network, supports over 190 self‑employed Professional Travel Experts across the UK from a Lancashire head office. Agents receive a personalised website, marketing tools and a flexible home‑working package that includes a £50 (≈$62) monthly...
GLG Residence / Ximenes Leite Arquitetura
The GLG Residence, designed by Bruna Ximenes and André Leite, spans 1,350 m² in São Paulo’s Fazenda da Grama Condominium. The house is composed of two overlapping volumes that separate public and private functions while maintaining a fluid indoor‑outdoor relationship. Ground‑level spaces...
Live From WWG26: New Release Highlights From Grand Seiko
Grand Seiko unveiled its Heritage Collection “Sakura‑wakaba” SBGH376 at the WWG26 event, a 38 mm yellow‑gold case watch featuring a textured silver dial. The piece houses the Hi‑Beat C 9885 automatic movement, running at 36,000 beats per hour and delivering a 55‑hour power reserve....
The Best Room At... Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Ritz‑Carlton Reserve has opened Nekajui, a new ultra‑luxury resort on Costa Rica’s Peninsula Papagayo. The property offers ocean‑view suites, treetop tents and 3,000‑sq‑ft penthouse villas, with rates beginning at $8,500 per night. Set amid UNESCO‑protected land, the resort showcases a...
In Pictures: Susie Cave Launches New Demi-Couture Brand
Susie Cave is launching a new demi‑couture label with a boutique on Kensington Church Walk, slated to open in mid‑to‑late May. The collection features 25 black‑and‑white designs that blend theatrical costume elements with a ceremonial, ritualistic aesthetic. Each piece can...
Luxury to High Street Jeans: Can You Tell the Difference?
Denim is polarizing the fashion market, with Alaïa launching Japanese selvedge jeans priced at about $1,000 and Uniqlo‑JW Anderson offering a $44 version that routinely sells out. While the luxury pair promises shape retention and long‑term wear, the budget option...
KELLEY WILLIAMSON LAUNCHES KELLEY KOUTURE, A MODERN LUXURY FOOTWEAR BRAND REDEFINING FASHION AND FUNCTION
Kelley Kouture, a modern luxury footwear brand handcrafted in Italy, launched its e‑commerce site kelleykouture.com on April 17, 2026. Founded by Virginia entrepreneur Kelley Powell Williamson, the line blends high‑fashion silhouettes with orthopedic‑grade comfort, featuring an adjustable two‑piece “K Heel”...
Runwal Enterprises Launches Runwal Meadows, A New Luxury Project in Kanjurmarg
Runwal Enterprises has launched Runwal Meadows, an 8‑acre luxury residential phase completing its 36‑acre Runwal City Centre township in Kanjurmarg, Mumbai. The development will feature multiple high‑rise towers overlooking a 5‑acre central park and will offer 2‑, 3‑ and 4‑BHK...