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Dare to bare this autumn as leather, lace, satin and mesh rule

Autumn elegance: in fashion, romance reigns supreme this season

15 Oct 2018

Dare to bare this autumn as leather, lace, satin and mesh rule

Having spent her formative years in Hong Kong, footwear legend Jimmy Choo’s British-born niece says the Asian city remains her creative muse

Shoe designer Lucy Choi follows in uncle Jimmy Choo’s footsteps

By Etan Smallman

14 Oct 2018 5

Having spent her formative years in Hong Kong, footwear legend Jimmy Choo’s British-born niece says the Asian city remains her creative muse

The stubbornly small Hong Kong manufacturer does not like collaborations, expansion ... or interviews with the press

How Bruce Lee made Lee Kung Man’s undershirt a sartorial star

13 Oct 2018 2

From Hedi Slimane’s controversial first collection for Celine, to Michael Kors acquiring Versace, the recent fashion weeks gave us much to talk about

Our favourite moments from the spring/summer 2019 fashion weeks

11 Oct 2018

Natural skin is in. Follow these four simple steps to achieve your own gorgeous glow.

Four steps for a quick and natural everyday look

11 Oct 2018

Three of the best hybrid watches – they won’t break the bank

Frédérique Constant’s Horological Smartwatch is hard to beat on price and features.

Frédérique Constant’s Horological Smartwatch is hard to beat on price and…

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Frédérique Constant’s Horological Smartwatch is hard to beat on price and features.

Frédérique Constant’s Horological Smartwatch is hard to beat on price and…

OPINION | The Dictator

Bakuchiol, nature’s new Retinol, is the ultimate anti-ageing ingredient

With minimal branding and an accessible price, New York-based label Mansur Gavriel's bucket bags have became the fashionista's preferred purse. Picture: Twitter / @MANSURGAVRIEL

OPINION | The Dictator

The best designer handbags for under HK$10,000

OPINION | The Dictator

How to wear the Western trend and not look like a cowboy

Keep your precious jewellery safe in this luxe box from Agresti, available at Lane Crawford.

OPINION | The Dictator

How to get your jewellery organised – a good jewellery box

The Dictator

Alaïa is known for its lasercut handbags, which come with a hefty price tag. Other brands offer similar styles for significantly less. Picture: Instagram / @azzedinealaiaofficial

How to get an Alaïa lasercut look handbag for less

16 Oct 2018

From lace and leather to fur, these outfits will turn heads wherever you go

Eight killer looks to unleash your inner femme fatale

10 Oct 2018

British entrepreneur James Yu talks about the handbag label he co-founded with his sister, Belinda, to pay tribute to their grandmother, who wove baskets for a living

British siblings’ bags celebrate Chinese grandmother’s weaving

4 Oct 2018

Sequinned or metallic, these bags and boots will steal the spotlight

Be bold: the best accessories for autumn/winter 2018

1 Oct 2018

From earthy tones to more vibrant shades and even a DIY ombré effect, here are this season’s top trends for talons

Nailed it! The best colours for autumn 2018

27 Sep 2018

Timepieces that won’t break the bank from Baume, AVI-8 and Luminox

Not a Crazy Rich Asian? Three affordable watches for everyone

26 Sep 2018

Ralph Lauren has been sporting his signature denim-on-denim look for decades. He also has the ultimate accessory to justify such dedication to the cause, his very own ranch in Colorado.

Jean genie or rodeo wrongun? Double denim divides opinion

26 Sep 2018

Lots of leather and sharp silhouettes elevate the cowboy look to elegant new heights

Go wild this autumn with Western-inspired looks

24 Sep 2018

The Galaxy Ring in collaboration with Samsung for the Galaxy S6 Edge smartphone, designed by Vann Kwok. Picture: Rory Townsend-Seddon at Capture Factory

Hong Kong brands play it safe compared with Chinese peers, says designer

20 Sep 2018

Luxe lace and the ethical alternative to fur make a bold, sexy statement

Turn up the heat with faux fur and lingerie: six seductive looks

17 Sep 2018

Four years ago, legacy watchmakers dismissed the idea of peddling their wares online via high-end retailers. Mr Porter now sells several top-tier brands, including the likes of Cartier, Breitling and Vacheron Constantin

Bought those Nikes? How about a HK$216,000 watch while you’re online?

12 Sep 2018

Slick finishes and sporty silhouettes elevate coats and jackets for autumn

Sports chic: sleek outerwear with an athletic edge

10 Sep 2018

Six of the best: Muslim contemporary fashions in San Francisco, Asian influences on Saint Laurent in Paris, a history of jewellery in New York, and more

Saint Laurent, Cecil Beaton, jewellery: museums do fashion

12 Sep 2018

Qi Wang and Chenghui Zhang explain how being based in the US allows them to make social commentary, through clothes, on issues that would be controversial in China

Cultural Revolution inspires fashion from Chinese designers

5 Sep 2018 5

Three heavy hitters that stood out at the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair

HK$1.2 million for a watch? The best of high-priced haute horology

5 Sep 2018

Rapper Pusha T (left) and actor Jeff Goldblum both sported Prada’s ‘Franken-shirt’ recently, but who wore it better? Pictures: SplashNews

Prada’s flame shirt: who wore it better, Jeff Goldblum or Pusha T?

5 Sep 2018

Timeless style for the private eye – complete the look with a luxurious cashmere coat

The fashion sleuth: a detective hot on the style trail in Hong Kong

3 Sep 2018

Bone up on the art of making a bright and shiny entrance

Four glitter cosmetic powders for the Hong Kong party girl

28 Dec 2017

Three great value-for-money watches

5 Jul 2017

Man’s best friend graces luxurious, limited-edition timepieces from Panerai, Vacheron Constantin and Chopard

Fashion in Hong Kong and China

Three of the best Year of the Dog watches for Chinese New Year

17 Jan 2018