Video: Xavier De Roquemaurel Talks to Us About Czapek and the New Releases for 2026
Czapek’s 2026 collection revives its iconic Antarctique line with a fresh blue‑dial aesthetic. Three new pieces— a base model in grey titanium, the fully skeletonized Revelation, and a Tourbillon featuring curved‑surface guilloché—were unveiled at the Geneva watch fair. CEO Xavier de Roquemaurel highlighted the brand’s vertical integration and the deep friendships that underpin its market positioning. The releases underscore Czapek’s blend of heritage and technical innovation.
Stonebridge Adds The Anthem Los Angeles Stadium District
Stonebridge has been chosen to manage The Anthem Los Angeles Stadium District, a 179‑room lifestyle hotel in Inglewood’s Stadium District that recently completed a comprehensive renovation and joined Hilton’s Tapestry Collection. CEO Rob Smith said the asset fits Stonebridge’s focus...
Silverback Lodge Sets New Benchmark for Conservation-Led Luxury
Silverback Lodge’s full global relaunch in 2026 follows a soft opening and positions the Ugandan property as a benchmark for conservation‑led luxury. Perched above the Bwindi rainforest, the lodge features 12 intimate rooms with rates starting at $2,100 per night...
Live From LA: Watch Dior’s Cruise 2027 Show
Jonathan Anderson is set to unveil Dior's first-ever Cruise 2027 collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. A black‑and‑white teaser starring Irish actress Alison Oliver was directed by Ukrainian siblings Tanya and Zhenia Posternak, channeling Alfred Hitchcock and...
Divi And Tamarijn Aruba Add New Features For 2026
Divi and Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusives are rolling out a suite of upgrades across their oceanfront resorts, including refreshed pool areas, renovated beachside rooms, and expanded coffee offerings. The properties will add a rooftop bar and cocktail lounge in late...
The Celia Carriage in Photos
Baz Luhrmann has teamed with Belmond to debut the Celia Carriage, a newly refurbished British Pullman train car that blends theatrical flair with high‑end hospitality. The carriage features a lounge, bar, dining room and bespoke cocktail service, all styled with carved...
Bruno Magli Marks 90 Years With Multi-Season Cynthia Rowley Collaboration
Bruno Magli celebrates its 90‑year anniversary by launching a multi‑season partnership with designer Cynthia Rowley. The holiday‑2026 capsule introduces a re‑imagined Prima pump adorned with lace, while a broader spring‑2027 assortment will add footwear, accessories, and leather goods. The collaboration is part...
A Vintage Spotlight on The
The Jean Marcel Tonneau Mystery is a neo‑vintage 1990s watch that pairs a stepped tonneau case with a wandering‑hour module, a floating seconds arrow, and a vivid world‑map dial. Designed with master watchmaker Vincent Calabrese, the piece showcases Swiss movements housed in...
A Cocoon on the Croisette: La Prairie Enters the Carlton Hotel
Swiss skincare brand La Prairie has partnered with Cannes’ historic Carlton Hotel to debut an exclusive 90‑minute facial at the property’s C Club Spa. The treatment combines a skin diagnosis, personalized massage, and La Prairie’s Skin Caviar line with Kobido‑inspired techniques...
Buy GHA Discovery Dollars (D$) For 15% Off: Intriguing, But Worth It?
Global Hotel Alliance’s Discovery program is offering a limited‑time promotion from May 12 to June 2, 2026, allowing members to buy up to 5,000 Discovery Dollars (D$) at $0.85 each—a 15% discount off face value. Each D$ can be redeemed one‑for‑one against...
In Pictures: The Glamour of Nigerian American Femmes
Dazed Digital released a photo‑gallery titled “In pictures: The glamour of Nigerian American femmes,” featuring ten striking images that capture the nightlife and style of Nigerian‑American women. The series, shot by Angel Oduko and Marc Baptiste, blends personal nostalgia for...
Shay Mitchell’s Slinky Tom Ford Skirt Features a Massive Waist Cutout
Shay Mitchell turned heads at the 2026 FOX Upfronts in a black Tom Ford skirt featuring a dramatic waist cutout. She paired the slinky, asymmetrical piece with a vintage‑inspired Baywatch graphic tee, creating a blend of high‑fashion glamour and nostalgic streetwear....
Meet Monica Mosseri, Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri’s Wife Who Attended the Met Gala with Him
Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri and his wife Monica attended this year’s Met Gala, a night dubbed the “tech gala” for its concentration of Silicon Valley leaders. Adam wore a hand‑embroidered suit from Kartik Research while Monica chose a pale‑blue corset...
How Do Two London Luxury Hotels Compare? Testing the Chancery Rosewood and Raffles at the OWO.
Raffles at the OWO and the Chancery Rosewood, two ultra‑luxury hotels housed in historic London landmarks, opened in 2023 and 2025 respectively. A New York Times reporter spent two nights in entry‑level rooms at each property, evaluating service, amenities, and the guest...
Why Hoteliers Should Be Investing in Branded Residences
Branded residences, once a niche luxury offering, are rapidly becoming mainstream, expanding 180% between 2014 and 2024 and projected to reach over 1,600 projects worldwide by 2030. Growth is now concentrated in the premium and upper‑midscale segments as consumers prioritize...
Consumer Reports' Pick For Best Car In 2000 Is Now An Incredibly Affordable Model
Consumer Reports crowned the 2000 Mercedes‑Benz E‑320 the best car of its year, with a $50,000 MSRP. Twenty‑five years later the same model trades for $4,000‑$6,000 on average, with top‑condition examples under $10,000. The V6 delivers about 21 mpg combined, and...
Thailand: The Monocle Handbook
Monocle has published a new digital handbook titled "Thailand: The Monocle Handbook," offering curated insights on the country’s culture, business climate, and travel destinations. The release is bundled with Monocle's subscription services, newsletters, and an e‑commerce platform for related merchandise....
This One Addition to My Designer Handbag Collection Has Elevated the Way I Dress All Year Round
The 2026 summer season sees a resurgence of leather‑woven handbags, with luxury houses like Bottega Veneta, Loewe, and Jacquemus unveiling new styles that blend artisanal craft with modern functionality. Editors highlight the Giorno, Hop Intrecciato, and Flamenco clutch as standout pieces,...
Lotus Is Making A V8 Supercar With Over 1,000 Horsepower
Lotus has unveiled the Type 135, its first‑ever supercar, featuring a hybrid V8 that delivers over 1,000 horsepower. The model is slated for a 2028 market launch, with production to take place somewhere in Europe. While Lotus has not confirmed the...
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Jennifer Garner Wowed in $890 Designer Sneakers—But I Found Expensive-Looking Alternatives From $38
Jennifer Garner was spotted wearing a $890 Loewe army‑green suede sneaker, sparking interest in the high‑end style. A fashion roundup identified seven comparable sneakers ranging from $38 to $89, many discounted up to 60 percent. The alternatives include New Balance,...
Alo Rides the Cannes Wave With Wellness-Fueled Luxury Push
Alo, the Los Angeles‑based activewear label, has turned Cannes’ Croisette into a luxury wellness destination by opening permanent "sanctuary" spaces in Cannes and Saint‑Tropez and staging a pier pop‑up with custom beds and a juice bar. The brand is also...
Exclusive: Can Saks Get Back on Track? CEO Van Raemdonck Makes His Case
Luxury retailer Saks Global has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, launching a four‑month sprint to restructure. CEO Geoffroy van Raemdonck told Business of Fashion that the plan hinges on the enduring buying power of American luxury shoppers and a leaner operating model....
Freaky Shoes Have Somehow Gotten Even Freakier
Chanel’s latest resort show in Biarritz featured a minimalist sandal made of ankle‑wrapping straps and a flat heel, instantly becoming an internet sensation. The design follows a lineage of avant‑garde footwear, from Maison Margiela’s split‑sole tabis to Vibram’s five‑finger shoes, pushing...
Style Edit: Tiffany & Co. Brings New York Flair to Hong Kong’s Lee Gardens
Tiffany & Co. opened a new flagship store in Hong Kong’s Lee Gardens, featuring a Tiffany Blue Box Café slated to launch next month. The boutique’s design draws on a historic bamboo print from founder Louis Comfort Tiffany’s collection and...
Audemars Piguet X Swatch Royal Pop Queue Starts Five Days Before The Watch Even Drops
Swatch and Audemars Piguet have launched the Royal Pop, a bioceramic, pop‑art take on the iconic Royal Oak priced between $300 and $500. Enthusiasts began queuing outside New York boutiques five days before the official May 16 drop, echoing the MoonSwatch...
Comité Colbert to Celebrate Ties Between French Luxury and America in New York This May
The Comité Colbert will host the “Hidden Treasures” exhibition in New York from May 26‑31, featuring 65 French luxury houses that display historic pieces inside shipping‑crate installations. The show is organized into five thematic chapters that trace 250 years of Franco‑American cultural exchange. A...
Tiffany & Co. And CFDA Expand Jewelry Designer Award with New Scholarship Program
Tiffany & Co. and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) have launched the second cycle of their joint Jewelry Designer Award, adding a $25,000 scholarship and summer internship for early‑career jewelry‑design students. The program still offers finalists financial...
Dutch Menswear Brand Atelier Munro Opens First Location in Vancouver
Dutch menswear label Atelier Munro launched its first dedicated “Atelier Munro House” in Vancouver at 535 Howe Street. The flagship blends a high‑end showroom with a made‑to‑measure tailoring studio and a curated ready‑to‑wear collection. Designed as a relationship‑focused space where clients...
The Audi Q9 Has an Interior Fit for a Proper Flagship
Audi unveiled the interior of its upcoming Q9 SUV, a full‑size, three‑row flagship positioned above the Q7 for the U.S. market. The preview highlighted power front and rear doors that swing 90°, optional captain’s chairs, a panoramic sunroof with nine...
Virtuoso: Sustainability Is Shifting When Luxury Clients Travel
Virtuoso’s March 2026 survey of over 250 U.S. luxury travel advisors shows a clear shift toward sustainable travel. Seventy‑seven percent of respondents say clients now prioritize avoiding overcrowded destinations and supporting local communities, with 57% naming crowd avoidance as the...
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This Idyllic Coastal City Has Become Sweden's New Capital of Cool—With Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Unique Design Shops, and Sky-High Saunas
Travel writer Felix Odell spotlights Gothenburg as Sweden’s emerging cool capital, highlighting its surge of Michelin‑starred restaurants, high‑end design boutiques, and the 74‑story Karlatornet skyscraper. The city’s sustainability credentials shine, having topped the Global Destination Sustainability Index for seven consecutive...
Phillips Notches Highest-Grossing Watch Auction in History
Phillips auction house shattered previous records by delivering a $28.5 million haul at its latest watch auction, the highest‑grossing watch sale ever recorded. The collection featured rare vintage pieces, including a 1930s Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime and several iconic Rolex models....
Wales Bonner and Yohji Yamamoto Teamed Up on a Must-Have Adidas Sneaker
Grace Wales Bonner and Yohji Yamamoto have joined forces with Adidas to reissue the Y‑3 Field Lizzard, a modern reinterpretation of the 2003 Field model. The sneaker features a dark‑brown faux‑lizard leather upper, refined stitching, and a low‑profile sole that...
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All of the Jewelry Meghan Markle Inherited From Princess Diana (Including Her Infamous Divorce Ring)
Meghan Markle has incorporated several of Princess Diana’s heirloom pieces into her own jewelry collection, including the famed aquamarine “divorce ring,” a diamond tennis bracelet, and a Cartier Tank watch. Her engagement ring was redesigned using two diamonds from Diana’s...
This Train Ride Between Denver And Emeryville Costs An Eye-Watering $37,375
Halloway, a luxury‑train specialist, now offers exclusive charters of two restored 1950s Union Pacific railcars on Amtrak’s California Zephyr between Denver and Emeryville for $37,375. The two‑day, 1,200‑mile ride includes a private chef, steward, five bedrooms, a domed dining lounge...
This New Luxury Train Journey Tells the Stories of the American Southwest
Rocky Mountaineer unveiled the Canyon Spirit, a three‑day luxury rail experience that links Salt Lake City and Denver with overnight stops in Moab and Glenwood Springs. Launched in April, the route is the only passenger train to serve Moab, the gateway...
Here’s What Advisors Need to Sell for Summer 2026
Classic Vacations’ Summer 2026 Luxury Travel Trends Forecast shows sustained demand for high‑end European trips while domestic luxury is accelerating. Travelers are booking later, favoring shorter windows and showing heightened price sensitivity, especially on airfare. Multi‑destination itineraries, agritourism and curated...
Copenhagen Itinerary: 3 Perfect Days, According to Local Artist Morten Nordstrøm
Local photographer and filmmaker Morten Nordstrøm outlines a three‑day Copenhagen itinerary that blends boutique hotels, curated dining, and cultural stops. He recommends stays at Nobis, Hotel Sanders, Villa Copenhagen and others, while day‑by‑day activities range from a Kastellet photo walk...
Valentino Garavani Unveils Rome-Set Campaign for Alessandro Michele’s Rockstud Pumps
Valentino Garavani launched a Rome‑set campaign to promote Alessandro Michele’s newly reimagined Rockstud pumps, part of the pre‑fall 2026 collection. The visuals, shot by Johnny Dufort and directed by Shayne Laverdiere, follow model Libby Taverner wandering marble‑lined streets, highlighting the shoe’s...
Flatiron Building Scores Top Manhattan Contract at $18M
The Flatiron Building conversion led Manhattan’s luxury market last week, with Unit 8‑North sealing an $18 million contract, the highest deal recorded. A total of 36 properties priced above $4 million entered contracts, up from 29 in the prior period, representing $271 million in...
Mercedes Recalls 144,000 Cars For Blank Screens
Mercedes‑Benz announced a safety recall of 144,000 vehicles spanning the 2024‑2026 AMG GT, C‑Class, E‑Class, SL‑Class, CLE‑Class and GLC‑Class models due to infotainment displays that can reset and go blank. The issue may obscure critical driving information, though no injuries have...
Nestled On Florida's Coast Is A Scenic Miami Beach Resort With Serene Pools And World-Class Dining
The Setai Miami Beach blends a restored 1930s Art Deco building with a 40‑story glass tower, earning a decade‑long Forbes Five‑Star rating. Guests choose from historic Art Deco suites, modern Ocean suites, or a 10,000‑square‑foot penthouse that crowns the tower....
My Favorite Airbnb: A Country Home in the Scottish Highlands
Condé Nast Traveller highlights Home Farm, a restored 1600s country house in the Scottish Highlands now listed on Airbnb. The property spans six acres, features deer‑filled woodlands, an owl‑cam, and a blend of historic details with modern amenities such as a...
Angelina Jolie Lists Her Los Angeles Estate for $29.85 Million
Actress Angelina Jolie has listed her historic Los Angeles “DeMille Estate” for $29.85 million. The 2.1‑acre, gated property in Laughlin Park includes an 11,000‑sq‑ft Beaux‑Arts mansion, guesthouse, wine cellar and multiple amenities. Jolie bought the estate for about $24.5 million in 2017...
How to Choose a Reliable Broker for Yacht Charter in Cannes
Cannes remains the Mediterranean’s premier yacht‑charter hotspot, drawing a flood of vessels each summer. The article outlines how a licensed broker—ideally a MYBA or ECPY member—protects renters by vetting vessel condition, handling contracts, and managing hidden costs such as fuel,...
InterContinental Maldives Resort Launches ‘Beach Reads’ Programming
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has introduced a "Beach Reads" program that spotlights a rotating Book of the Month and dedicated reading spaces across the property. Guests can request a complimentary copy of the featured title, which is delivered by an...
Defender 110 Update to Bring Styling Tweaks and Four-Seat Interior
Land Rover is preparing a second major refresh for the Defender 110, featuring revised front and rear bumpers, updated daytime running lights and a subtle roof spoiler. Inside, the three‑seat rear bench will be replaced by two individual captain’s chairs,...
The Latest & Greatest TAG Heuer F1 Watch Runs on Sun
TAG Heuer unveiled two new Formula 1‑inspired solar watches: the pastel‑colored Solargraph 38 mm series and the black‑dial Solargraph Indy 500 edition. Both rely on the brand’s Solargraph technology, with the pastel models reaching a full day’s power after just two minutes of...
Why The New 7 Series Has One Of BMW's Best Modern Interiors
BMW’s 2026 7 Series debuts a "Neue Klasse" interior that leans heavily into digital technology while expanding rear‑seat space. The Panoramic iDrive system pairs a 17.9‑inch infotainment screen with a 14.6‑inch passenger display and a windshield‑mounted Panoramic Vision strip, all...
I'm Driving The New Audi RS5 And The Polestar 5 This Week, What Do You Want To Know About Them?
Audi unveiled a redesigned RS5 that pairs its twin‑turbo 2.9‑liter V6 with a 175‑hp electric motor, delivering a combined 630 hp and a 54‑mile electric‑only range. Polestar introduced the 5, a fully electric fastback offering a dual‑motor 748 hp version with a...