Transmission and mentorship are at the heart of Vacheron Constantin, the world’s oldest watchmaker to operate continuously for more than 270 years. Back in 1775 in Geneva, Switzerland, master watchmaker Jean-Marc Vacheron signed the company’s first apprenticeship contract. That legacy has continued over the decades at Vacheron Constantin’s workshops, where skilled artisans specialise in rare crafts passed down through generations: disciplines like guillochage, a decorative engraving technique,...

"I want to run screaming out of there every time I have to visit my family that lives there. It’s claustrophobic, and I can’t wait to escape as soon as I arrive." View Entire Post ›

Louis Vuitton’s cruise 2026 show, held last year in Avignon, was memorable for several reasons. It made history as the first-ever fashion show held at the Palais des Papes, one of Europe’s largest Gothic palaces and a Unesco World Heritage site. It also marked a seminal moment in the brand’s oeuvre with the unveiling of a new icon: the stylish yet effortless Multipass bag. Inspired by the bestselling Express handbag, the Multipass has since become one of the maison’s signature creations, joining...

A Burberry coat has always promised more than protection from the elements. It carries the practical qualities of British all-weather dressing, of course, but also a certain style: think of a collar turned up against the rain or that signature checked lining caught in motion. For its 170th anniversary, Burberry returns to that enduring idea with 170: The Anniversary Portraits, a global campaign that places its outerwear not in a studio, but on the streets and in the cities where it is worn....

New York’s Times Square hardly lacks visual stimulation. Yet for the unveiling of GucciCore, the house’s cruise 2027 collection, it chose the district’s relentless digital glow as its backdrop, treating one of the city’s loudest landmarks as the stage for a collection with everyday roots: looks that might be encountered on the streets. Before the show, Gucci filled Times Square’s screens with a montage of found footage and mock advertisements spanning Gucci Automobili, Gucci Gym, Gucci Pets and...

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While clout and trendiness may be the currency of contemporary fashion, Hong Kong costume designer-turned-jewellery artist Vann Kwok chooses to prioritise artistic narrative over social capital or seasonal hype. Kwok founded Vann Jewellery in 2019 “to create something cool and fashionable, but now, I’m a middle-aged woman”, she quips. “Being cool isn’t essential to me any more; it’s not something I feel compelled to achieve. “If people find my work cool, thank you – but it’s really a platform...

A brand of turkey gravy sold in Canada has been recalled because it contains undeclared mustard.

Hong Kong’s Asia+ Festival, the annual celebration of the cultural diversity of the region, particularly those countries linked by the Belt and Road Initiative – China’s plan to develop a global trading network – is back for its fourth edition under the theme “Traditions Recast”. Two headline shows at this year’s festival – organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department – which runs until the end of November, perfectly capture that spirit by fusing ancient music with visual art and...

As part of its strategic efforts to diversify tourism source markets and expand its international reach, the Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media is conducting a promotional roadshow across Central Asia from 12 to 16 October, with dedicated events in Tashkent on 13 October and Almaty on 15 October. The roadshow aims to strengthen direct engagement with key travel and tourism partners, showcase Ajman’s diverse destination offering, and explore new opportunities for cooperation and strategic partnerships across two promising markets. The initiative also supports the Department’s wider efforts to broaden its international partner network and strengthen Ajman’s visibility among new visitor segments.