Dressed to the Nines: Raymond Weil Launches Millesime Small Seconds with Tuxedo-Style Dials
Raymond Weil unveiled the new Millesime Small Seconds, a limited‑edition watch that celebrates the brand’s 50th anniversary and the resurgence of Art Deco‑inspired tuxedo dials. The collection offers three colourways—classic black‑white, midnight blue with black, and red‑grape with light gray—featuring a 39 mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and a self‑winding RW4251 movement derived from the Sellita SW261‑1. Functional details include Super‑LumiNova‑coated Arabic numerals, a 41‑hour power reserve, and 50 meter water resistance. Retail pricing is set at $2,295, positioning the piece in the luxury‑mid segment.
As Dinner by Heston Blumenthal Prepares to Close, I Tried Its Most Playful Dining Experience
Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, the two‑Michelin‑star venue at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, will shutter in January 2027 after more than a decade in London. The author experienced the restaurant’s “Topsy Turvy” tasting menu, which flips the traditional sequence by serving dessert...
Sotheby’s Will Auction Robert Mnuchin’s Monumental Rothko, and Other News
Sotheby’s announced a spring auction of Robert and Adriana Mnuchin’s collection, highlighted by a monumental Mark Rothko expected to fetch $70 million‑$100 million and pushing the total sale estimate above $130 million. The auction underscores Mnuchin’s legacy in post‑war and contemporary art following...
Designing the Textured, Sophisticated Atmosphere of Moss Members’ Club
Moss, a five‑story members’ club at 520 Fifth Avenue, unveiled Bar Babette—a double‑height, glass‑walled bar designed by Vicky Charles and Charles & Co. The interior blends layered wallpapers, textured fabrics, and custom marble and stone elements to create a sophisticated,...
Should Your Suit Trousers Be Straight or Slim?
Men’s suit trousers are shifting from narrow, skinny cuts to wider, straight-leg silhouettes. While runway and street style now favor generous leg openings, traditional Savile Row tailors remain divided on embracing the trend. Industry voices such as Thom Whiddett of...
Socks Are a Subtle Marker of Taste – These Brands Do Them Best
The article spotlights six luxury sock brands—Loro Piana, Pairs, Brunello Cucinelli, Rototo, God’s True Cashmere, and Berluti—detailing their premium materials, color options, and heritage craftsmanship. Cashmere, alpaca, merino and Egyptian cotton dominate the offerings, with each label emphasizing both comfort and visual flair. These...
Introducing: The Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot Limited Editions
Hanhart has launched the 417 Ti Desert Pilot Limited Edition, a matte Grade 5 titanium chronograph available in 39 mm and 42 mm cases. The watch features a sand‑coloured dial, Super‑LumiNova numerals, a rotating timing bezel and 100 m water resistance. Powered by the Sellita...
Tired of Pollen, They Turned Their Porch Into a $250,000 Game-Day Lounge
Bron and Molly Heussenstamm, owners of a $2.2 million Memphis home, turned a pollen‑ridden screened porch into a $250,000 game‑day lounge. The renovation added a dedicated HVAC system, HEPA filtration, an 85‑inch 4K LED screen, and custom leather recliners, creating a...
New: CASIO EDIFICE Joins Forces with TOYOTA RACING to Accelerate the Future of Motorsports
CASIO Singapore announced a two‑year partnership with Toyota Racing beginning January 2026, positioning its Edifice high‑performance chronograph line as the official time‑keeping partner for the FIA World Endurance Championship. The collaboration will feature Edifice and Casio branding on Toyota’s race‑car...
What Your Loafer Says About You
The article breaks down five popular loafer styles—penny, Kiltie, horsebit, Venetian, and driving—and links each design to distinct personality traits. It highlights the penny loafer’s universal versatility, the Kiltie’s bold polish, the horsebit’s entrepreneurial heritage, the Venetian’s minimalist efficiency, and...
Cadillac’s Billion-Dollar Sprint to Build an F1 Team From Scratch
Cadillac announced a billion‑dollar program to field its own Formula 1 team in the 2026 season. The venture began with two marquee hires—a seasoned technical chief to design the car and an HR director to recruit roughly 600 engineers and specialists....
Come to Windup Dallas for the Watches, Stay for the Bulova Block Party & BBQ
The Windup Watch Fair returns to Dallas for its second year, now spanning three full days from March 12‑14 at the Hickory Street Annex. In addition to the expanded watch showcase, Bulova is staging a Block Party & BBQ on...
A Classic Goes Full Black: Meet the IWC Portugieser Chronograph Ceratanium
IWC Schaffhausen has unveiled the Portugieser Chronograph Ceratanium (Ref. IW371631), an all‑black reinterpretation of its classic 41 mm chronograph. The watch is built from Ceratanium, the brand’s proprietary alloy that blends titanium’s lightness with ceramic‑like hardness, and features a black dial, black...
With Lielle, Michelin-Starred Swedish Chef Marcus Jernmark Makes His L.A. Mark
Swedish Michelin‑starred chef Marcus Jernmark opens Lielle, his first Los Angeles restaurant, in a 2,300‑sq‑ft subterranean space designed by Lovers Unite. The 42‑seat venue features curved leather loveseats, a barrel‑vaulted cork ceiling, and vintage lighting that evoke a historic wine cave. Jernmark...
The Ritz-Carlton’s 794-Foot Cruise Ship Is Heading to Alaska in 2027
The Ritz‑Carlton Yacht Collection will debut its 794‑foot Luminara in Alaska for the 2027 season, adding 15 Alaska voyages, four Pacific itineraries, and two trans‑continental routes. The ship, launched in July 2025, features 226 suites with private terraces, a Ritz‑Carlton...
Legendary Sushi Chef Endo Kazutoshi Is Popping up in Mayfair
Renowned sushi maestro Endo Kazutoshi has opened a five‑month pop‑up at Mayfair's private members club Annabel’s, offering a £245 tasting menu with an optional £120 sake pairing. The chef, whose London flagship Endo at the Rotunda remains closed after a...
This Very Posh Belgian Chocolatier Is Opening a Flagship Store in Central London This Month, with a Macaron Carousel...
Belgian chocolatier Pierre Marcolini will launch its flagship store on Regent Street, London, on March 27, following a soft‑launch event on March 25‑26. The new West End location will showcase exclusive flavours such as strawberries‑and‑cream, a dedicated hot‑chocolate "grand cru"...
LATAM Airlines Soars with Costa Brazil Amenity Kits, Facilitated by WESSCO
In December 2025 LATAM Airlines introduced the Altitude Collection, a series of six collectible amenity kits created with Brazilian brand Costa Brazil and executed by WESSCO International. The kits draw on South America’s diverse landscapes, using vegan, Amazon‑sourced ingredients and...
Trump Tower Plan Looms Over Surfers Paradise as Opposition Surges
Developers led by Eric Trump have unveiled a proposal for a 91‑story, 335‑metre Trump Tower on the Gold Coast, aiming to become Australia’s tallest building. The $1.5 billion project would include a luxury hotel, 272 residences, a beach club and over...
Celebrate Mother’s Day in Style at Langan’s Brasserie
Langan’s Brasserie is hosting a Mother’s Day Sunday feast in Mayfair, pairing seasonal British‑European dishes with a collaboration with Narciso Rodriguez. Each mother receives a Pure Musc Blanc fragrance gift, and guests can order a limited‑edition Pure Musc cocktail inspired by...
Swatch Group Responds to Morgan Stanley Report in Open Letter
Swatch Group issued an open letter denouncing the ninth Morgan Stanley × LuxeConsult “Swiss Watcher” report, labeling its data unreliable and its methodology flawed. The Swiss watchmaker highlighted average turnover discrepancies of 24% and unit‑sale deviations up to 198%, disputing claims that...
Experience the 2026 Formula 1 with Silverstone Hospitality
Silverstone has unveiled its 2026 British Grand Prix hospitality portfolio, featuring four premium experiences—Fusion Lounge, Racing Green, Octane Terrace and Ignition Club—priced between £410 and £710 per person. The rollout follows a record‑breaking weekend that saw over 500,000 fans and...
Editors’ Picks: The Mr & Mrs Smith Team’s March Favourites
The Mr & Mrs Smith editorial team highlights six boutique stays perfect for March, ranging from Bangkok’s heritage‑rich Siri Sala to Kenya’s refreshed Rekero Camp. Each property blends local culture—such as Thailand’s Emerald Buddha ceremony or India’s Gangaur festival—with upscale amenities and curated experiences....