The Excess 13 was displayed at the Singapore Yachting Festival 2026 The Excess line of cruising catamarans has only been in existence since 2019, but with the Excess 13, its third from-scratch design, the French builder seems to have found its stride. Joining her smaller and bigger siblings, the Excess 11 (2020) and 14 (2022),...
Let’s be honest — when someone says “fertility retreat,” one might go straight to herbal teas, whispered affirmations and politely avoiding wine. However, at Palazzo Fiuggi, things are a little more elevated. Think less granola and guesswork, more mitochondria and Michelin stars. From 7 to 12 June 2026, this Italian wellness sanctuary is hosting The...
Cartier has never been one to shy away from its history, and this year is no different. They’ve rummaged through its archives to pull out its most historic shapes, giving them just enough air to breathe again. There aren’t any forceful reinventions here; it’s more of what we know, just viewed through a different lens...
Photo: Courtesy of @studio-cityplus/Canva Blistering heat and humidity are all part of living in Singapore. With UVA/UVB radiation around, we need all the sunscreen we can get to protect us from the risks of skin damage, photoaging and skin cancer. However, to this writer’s surprise, not everyone has one in their routine, let alone reapply it every two...
Bvlgari Hotel Beijing is located by the Liangma river in the leafy embassy district of Beijing (Photo: Courtesy of Bvlgari Hotel Beijing) Peals of laughter drift over from the opposite riverbank. I see two children running around while their parents look on. A flash of yellow passes by as a canoe glides on the Liangma...
Angel Zhou, President of Sales for Asia, Benetti Having been appointed late last year, can you clarify your roles and responsibilities at Benetti? As the President of Sales for Asia, my mandate covers the entire Asia region, with a focus on mature markets including Hong Kong, Singapore and mainland China, as well as high-growth territories...
Cosmetic surgery has gained immense popularity in Western Europe, but the rising costs are often prohibitive. Procedures like rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and liposuction can run into tens of thousands of euros, making them unaffordable for many people. In addition to high costs, long waiting times and limited accessibility to top surgeons have led many patients...
For many watch lovers, the chronograph is the most “extroverted” of complications and thus, a fan favourite – one needs only to look at the most popular watch models and references for the proof. The chronograph typically demands attention, with its sub-dials, pushers, and busy scales fragmenting the dial into technical sectors. But, for better...
A massive pendant light of the Nuage collection in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Istanbul. Concept Verre combines exquisite interior lighting with its signature sleek design. Since its conception in 2007, Concept Verre has prided itself on combining “noble and old materials” to execute modern and refined pieces. This luxury lighting brand has grown to...
The fashion industry is undergoing a cheapening of collaboration culture, shifting from creative exchange and cultural relevance towards short-term commercial extraction and visibility-driven partnerships. This reflects a structural evolution in how collaborations function — from experimental dialogue to pre-packaged marketing formats. Today, three distinct branches of contemporary collaborations have emerged, each reflecting a different level...