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THE BIG BLUE

A hundred metres or more beneath the ocean surface in the Maldives lies a twilight zone whose strange life forms and wondrous corals remain unexplored. In a pioneering diving expedition, leading expert in the study of fish and 2021 Rolex Awards Laureate LUIZ ROCHA plans to survey these deep reefs to discover and describe unknown species and make the case for their protection.

TREASURE GARDEN

Bvlgari’s Jannah Fine Jewellery collection reimagines the geometric floral motif found on the interior walls and ceilings of Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

SEOUL SEARCHING

A poster child for Asia’s modern metropolis, South Korea’s cool and chic capital fascinates many and repels some at the same time. Mavis Teo shares the highlights of her recent trip so that you may plug into the city’s finest experiences.

GAME CHANGERS

All eyes were on Las Vegas in January for the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show, which never fails to amaze. Bruce Scott takes a look at some of the high-tech highlights our brave new world has in store.

FAMILY SECRETS

The discovery of a battered trunk in the cellar of her grandfather’s house in the south of France – filled with old documents and correspondence – led FRANCESCA CARTIER BRICKELL on a decade-long journey of discovery. François Oosthuizen speaks to her about her book, The Cartiers: The Untold Story of the Family Behind the Jewelry Empire.

DREAM MACHINE

Unveiled in the metal in Hong Kong and Singapore recently, Ferrari’s new 296 GTB points the way forward for Maranello, writes Jon Wall.

CALL OF DUTY

REBECCA EU IS ON A MISSION TO EMPOWER AND SERVE THE UNDERSERVED. THE FOUNDER OF SOCIAL ENTERPRISE MEI’S OWN TELLS ANNABEL TAN HOW SHE IS DOING HER BEST TO PAY IT FORWARD.

Indecent Exposure

Helmut Newton, one of the towering figures in the world of photography, is the subject of a newly released Taschen art book, which has been published to coincide with a large-scale retrospective exhibition at the Helmut Newton Foundation in Berlin. Bruce Scott charts the legacy of the lensman with a little-known connection to Singapore and his lasting influence on fashion and art.

Love Affair Between Fashion And Hotels

The transformation of The Savoy Hotel’s legendary Royal Suite into a sumptuous ode to all things Gucci – in the same year that marks the Florentine powerhouse’s much-hyped centennial celebrations – takes the love affair between fashion and hotels to a whole new level, writes Francois Oosthuizen.

Time For Technicolor

We single out eight of the latest eye-catching timekeepers in a spectrum of shades you can strap to your wrist.

Crafting Curiosities

London-based design studio Raw-Edges has collaborated with Louis Vuitton once again to create the new Cosmic Table. The husband-and-wife duo tell Annabel Tan the inspiration behind their fun creations.

Sweat In The City

The start of the year is a great time to explore and pick up new hobbies. For some inspiration, Annabel Tan speaks to three of our society friends about their recently discovered joys.

Why And How Doctors Have Fun, Even On Bad Days

Society thinks that play is reserved for children, but not Adrian Ng and Loh May-Han. The doctor couple tell Crystal Lee why and how they have fun, even on bad days.

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

Enter our storybook world of jewels and let the kaleidoscope of forms, styles and colours ignite your imagination.

How To Beat The Breakouts!

While masks aren’t going away anytime soon, the acne caused by wearing them can. Nafeesa Saini offers the latest solutions on preventing and eliminating maskne.

9 Cars To Crave In 2022

Feel the need to upgrade your wheels this year? You’re probably spoilt for choice, but to concentrate the mind, here’s our selection of the best of the new crop, from all-electric hyper-saloons to traditional sports cars and cruisers.

TERRIFIC TRIO

The final of a trio of red wines that is a new multi-vintage blend of the iconic Penfolds Grange, the G5 was launched globally to much excitement late last year. Its chief winemaker PETER GAGO tells Yanni Tan about why it is so special.

Complex Desires

Each piece from the Sixième Sens par Cartier High Jewellery collection is created with superlative savoir faire. Allyson Klass discovers the exquisite gems and intricate techniques behind three extraordinary rings in this exclusive feature.

Van Cleef & Arpels's Masterfully Transformed Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels has masterfully transformed gold through various textures, techniques and themes over time, illustrating the breadth and richness of its style. Allyson Klass writes.

Scotch Whisky Tourism Is A Real Thing!

Scotch whisky tourism is a real thing, attracting a record 2.16 million visitors in 2019. And if the recently opened, eight-floor Johnnie Walker Princes Street visitor experience in Edinburgh for the world’s best-selling Scotch whisky is anything to go by, the optimism for future growth is justified.

Patek Philippe Enriches Its Vast Repertoire Of Chronographs

Patek Philippe enriches its vast repertoire of chronographs with three new models that illustrate the maison’s expertise in the measurement of short intervals of time.

Clic-Clac By Henry Jacques - A Fusion Of Fragrance And Fashion

A fusion of fragrance and fashion, the old and new, the utilitarian and extravagant, is the Clic-Clac by Henry Jacques. The maison’s CEO Anne-lise Cremona tells Yanni Tan in a Singapore-exclusive how the ultra-luxurious solid perfume accessory is a trailblazer.

Something For Everyone

Bvlgari CEO Jean-Christophe Babin shares with Florey D Mikil the new models, from Octo Roma to Divas’ Dream to Gérald Genta, presented at Geneva Watch Days 2021.

June Goh-Rin About The Storms She Has Weathered And Lessons Learnt

Throughout the challenges of the last two years, June Goh-Rin did not lose an ounce of optimism. She tells Annabel Tan about the storms she has weathered, lessons learnt, as well as the wisdom she is taking into this brand new year.

Spirit Of The City

After a lengthy hiatus, Vivienne Tam has debuted a new direction in her hometown. The godmother of Hong Kong fashion gives Gennady Oreshkin a peek into her mind, in which mythology and her personal philosophy meet to create a radically new vision for her first gender-fluid collection.

BMW M240i xDrive Coupe Review

The BMW M240i xDrive Coupe was such a hoot to drive along mountain passes and motorways, says Tony Tan, who travels to Munich to test-drive the new model.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust - Perfectly Poised

All is calm and all is bright in the fully embellished – yet perfectly poised – Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust.

Historical Placemaking Properties: Trophy Assets Or Savvy Investments?

Shophouses have a special place in the hearts of many Singaporeans, but beyond their architectural charm, they offer investors and the community so much more. Simon Monteiro, senior associate vice-president of List Sotheby’s International Realty, discusses their value proposition.

A Twist On Tradition

Jacques Cavallier Belletrud boldly reinvents the extrait, the most concentrated form of perfumes, in a new collection that celebrates movement and freedom. Nafeesa Saini speaks to the Louis Vuitton master perfumer on the latest interpretations.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso - One That Never Gets Old

Even after 90 years, that moment when a Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso turns over to reveal its secret dial is one that never gets old. Shan Lee reports.