Scent-sational Luxury

A trip to Cognac, France, brings Naseem Randhawa to discover how Remy Cointreau writes a new page in its history with the creation of a luxurious perfume house: Maison Psyche.

FRIDAMANIA

Mexican artist FRIDA KAHLO, who pioneered a century of womanhood that still resonates explosively today, is currently celebrated in an exhibition at the Palais Galliera in Paris.

BACK WITH A BANG

Three years of lockdown, uncertainty and pandemic later, Art Basel Hong Kong is returning full-scale this month, with high hopes that it'll be bigger, bolder and better than ever.

AGAINST THE GRAIN

The fifth release in Johnnie Walker Blue Label’s acclaimed Ghost and Rare series features a distinctive Grain Whisky from Port Dundas a former powerhouse of the Scotch industry.

ASIA'S ARTISTS TO WATCH

Hong Kong's Art Month 2023 has been made especially exciting by the city's long-awaited full opening to international traveller. To celebrate, we've taken on the colossal task of identifying the region's new stars, those who we think are worth observing closely. From emerging to established, these visionaries are enriching our cultural dialogue, one work at a time.

IN HIGH SPIRITS

Louis Vuitton ends the final chapter of the Spirit high jewellery collection on a high note, channelling iconic house codes into Louis Vuitton Spirit Chapter II.

SOULFUL STONES

Chopard reveals grand Haute Joaillerie designs for a set of exceptional coloured diamonds, rubies, sapphires and tourmalines.

REIGN OF RUBIES

Revel in Van Cleef Arpels’ most dazzling high jewellery creations venerating outstanding rubies.

BOLD BEAUTIES

Complete an elegant look with these dazzling Cartier necklaces that draw inspiration from the beauty of nature and tradition.

THE FIRST ONE

2023 sees Vacheron Constantin opening it first standalone boutique in Malaysia at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, housing the maison's complete timepiece collection.

IT TAKES TWO

Hublot and TA i MI take a unique approach in their fourth joint artistic project, presenting 13 new watches including the mostcoveted Classic Fusion Takashi Murakami Black Ceramic Rainbow.

HONOURING BOND

Two new timepieces celebrating six decades of James Bond, plus a brief look at previous Omega watches that have shaken, not stirred, the titular secret agent's universe.

TAPESTRY OF LOVE

Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya is dedicating herself to continuing the lifelong work of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother to support the conservation and promotion of traditional Thai fabrics.

Freedom Fighter

Britain lost a second queen at the end of 2022, the regal figure in question being the iconoclastic and endlessly provocative fashion designer, VIVIENNE WESTWOOD.

A RADICAL MUSE

Creative Director IAN GRIFFITHS explores a liberated form of femininity and the culture of Lisbon in the latest Max Mara Resort 2023 Collection.

WALKING ON AIR

The bags of Chanel’s Spring/Summer 23 collection are playful yet elegant and very easy-to-wear, much like the effortless ready-to-wear collection that creative director Virginie Viard served up. We are especially enthralled with the dainty caged-style minaudieres, which come in the whimsical permutations of a heart or star, the latter a part of the brand’s universe of astrological symbols Mademoiselle Coco was always fascinated with. The creations offer day-to-night versatility and all the stylistic multi-baglayering opportunities you'll ever imagine.

A DECADE OF RED

It’s been a little over 10 years since RED HONG YI decided to pivot her career from architecture to art. Having initially dribbled her way into viral fame through a video of her painting” with a basketball, the artist came to realise her true calling and now finds joy in turning mundane objects into extraordinary paintings all without a single stroke from a paintbrush.

INTO THE FUTURE

Once again, high tech met with high expectations at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Those in attendance were suitably mesmerised by the wealth of cutting-edge gizmos and gadgets on display - from both startups and major industry players alike.

IN A DREAM

Louis Vuitton opens LV DREAM, a new cultural and culinary destination in Paris celebrating collaborative genius throughout the years.

Pixel Perfect

In the constantly evolving art world landscape, creators and collectors alike are eager to explore the new frontiers that today’s technology allows both in the real world and in the mythical metaverse.

SWISS BLISS

We take an ultra-luxurious journey across Switzerland by first-class rail, boat, and gondola, indulging in unique and unforgettable experiences every step of the way.

TOP 100 VALUE WINES

2022 was another challenging year at JamesSuckling.com, especially when it came to finding reasonably priced quality wines when prices were going up fast everywhere. But the tasting team still found more than a few excellent bottles that fit comfortably within any budget.

CHAMPAGNE SYMPHONY

Your next glass of 2008 Krug champagne should be served with the beautiful musical notes of RYUICHI SAKAMOTO. Here's \"Suite for Krug in 2008\".

TOAST TO THE NEW YEAR

Ignite the new year with Royal Salute as it unveils the Royal Salute 21-Year-Old Signature Blend Chinese New Year 2023 Limited Edition and Royal Salute 24-Year-Old Cognac Cask Finish.

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LVMH WATCH WEEK RETURNED WITH A PHYSICAL EDITION IN 2023; FLOREY D MIKIL HAD THE CHANCE TO TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THE TIMEPIECES UNVEILED AT THE MAJOR WATCH EVENT IN SINGAPORE LAST MONTH.

RABBIT, RABBIT

Some may utter the phrase \"rabbit, rabbit\" for luck, we say up the ante by featuring the lucky animal prominently on your wrist! In this continuation of the bunny-themed collection we featured last month, we take a look at a few more timepieces commemorating the Year of the Rabbit.

TIMELESS TANK

Cartier launches an updated version of its Tank Française, featuring a monobloc metal design in steel and yellow gold, the latter available with or without diamonds.

ELEMENTAL FORCE

Boost your life with jewels that represent one of the five elements - wood, fire, earth, metal and water - believed to be the basis of everything in the universe between which interactions occur.

A NEW CRUSH

The iconic quil ted motifs of Chanel make a comeback in the maison’s latest Coco Crush collection.

LUMINOUS BLOOMS

An exploration of the evolution of Van Cleef & Arpels' joyful Frivole collection that pays homage to a positive vision of life through delicate blossoming masterpieces.