https://www.scmp.com/rss/314121/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com There's good news for fans of mechanical wonders: state-of-the-art technology and superb craftsmanship are not just limited to the most coveted timepieces. How about a mechanical belt buckle with some serious bling? It's exactly what you need to stand out from the crowd. Swiss designer Roland Iten, dedicated to creating mechanically performing pieces for the true gentleman, has come up with the world's most expensive belt buckle - the full-pavé Calibre R822 "Predator" mechanical piece. The... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1694188/worlds-most-expensive-belt-buckle?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1694188/worlds-most-expensive-belt-buckle?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 Feb 2015 14:45:00 +0000 Mercedes-Benz Design has created the perfect surfboards for the most aspiring wave-riders. The MBoard project, featuring four cork surfboards slightly different in shapes, were designed and engineered by Hawaiian surfing star and big wave world record holder Garret McNamara together with Mercedes-Benz. The boards were subjected to extreme testing at the Mercedes-Benz Design Centre. The boards are extremely suited to ride monster waves. McNamara aims to use them to ride the gigantic waves off the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670427/mercedes-benz-creates-surfboards-tackling-gigantic-waves?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670427/mercedes-benz-creates-surfboards-tackling-gigantic-waves?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:48:31 +0000 What's the magic behind craftsmanship? The Jaeger-LeCoultre Yearbook, which celebrates its eighth anniversary, unveils the secrets of craftsmanship through photography. Through the creative hands of artisans and craftsmen, the book explores the complicated and sophisticated process of watchmaking from enamelling, modelling and painting to leather bracelet-making. Models highlighted include the Hybris Artistica and the Master Ultra Thin Minute Repeater Flying Tourbillon. The book also pays... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670417/photo-book-celebrates-craftsmanship?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670417/photo-book-celebrates-craftsmanship?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:48:25 +0000 1. Hermès The chapka in cotton and mink prepares you for the most extreme weather. Also available in a lambskin and raccoon version, HK$21,500 2. Loro Piana The Corvatsch scarf in fox fur and baby cashmere, made exclusively from the wool of Hircus goat kids, is definitely the most elegant accessory that blends functionality with aesthetics. Price on request 3. Chanel Rock the lambskin fingerless gloves for effortless chic without covering up your beautiful nails. A party essential for New Year... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670450/stay-warm-and-cosy-season?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670450/stay-warm-and-cosy-season?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:48:25 +0000 1. Armani Casa This table lamp, incorporating a parallelepiped-shaped base in Grey Sea Penshell, was produced with innovative image printing technique on fabrics that keeps the light visually appealing even when switched off, HK$79,300 2. Hermès The fashion house takes its awe-inspiring style to lighting. The Pantographe lamp, designed by Michele de Lucchi, weaves advanced technology into top-notch craftsmanship. It features a silk twill shade, dual dimmer system and minimalistic frame,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670449/lighting-makes-huge-difference-home-decor?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670449/lighting-makes-huge-difference-home-decor?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:48:25 +0000 As the techniques of watchmaking evolve, durability has become an issue more crucial than ever. Hublot's acclaimed alloy Magic Gold - the only scratch-resistant 18ct gold - was unveiled in 2011 and debuted at Baselworld 2012 in the limited-edition Big Bang Ferrari. The brand recently launched a new model with a Magic Gold bezel - the Big Bang Unico. Magic Gold, rated at 1,000 Vickers, is the hardest 18ct gold in the world. In addition to its uncompromising material and precision, the timepiece... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670414/hublot-unveils-new-model-using-magic-gold?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670414/hublot-unveils-new-model-using-magic-gold?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:48:25 +0000 To celebrate the Longines Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) - one of the most important fixtures of the city - Longines, in collaboration with Hong Kong Jockey Club, held a series of events and celebrations, including the Longines International Jockeys' Championship and Hong Kong International Races Gala Party. Crowds flocked to the Longines International Jockeys' Championship in Happy Valley, which kick-started the HKIR. The event was graced by elegant actress Lin Chi-ling, clad in a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670458/longines-races-kick-style?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670458/longines-races-kick-style?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:45:45 +0000 For those who covet the most glamorous phone, Vertu has launched the new Aster collection, which integrates the quintessentially British lifestyle with cutting-edge technology. The British luxury smartphone maker celebrated its new creation - the seven-colour, unisex Aster - with a dinner and after-party at Isola Bar & Grill. The Aster has a solid sapphire crystal screen and Dolby Digital Plus surround sound, and features a Hasselblad-certified camera that provides crystal-clear imaging. Vertu... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670459/vertu-celebrates-launch-cutting-edge-phone?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670459/vertu-celebrates-launch-cutting-edge-phone?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:45:45 +0000 Grand Luxury Hotels Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, in collaboration with Australian skincare guru Gaylia Kristensen, unveiled the anti-ageing power of diamonds by offering the "Diamond Utopia Facial" at the Mandarin Spa. The Diamond Collagen Infusion Mask blends micronised diamond dust with botanical extracts. The diamond dust boosts microcirculation and luminosity, and reflects natural light for radiance. The rejuvenating experience smoothens the skin and eliminates lines and wrinkles. The... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670407/mandarin-oriental-spa-offers-diamond-facial?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1670407/mandarin-oriental-spa-offers-diamond-facial?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:45:30 +0000 It's no surprise that Estée Lauder has signed social media sensation Kendall Jenner, who has more than 30 million fans across Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, as the new face of the brand. After her Fashion Week Marc Jacobs debut in February, Jenner has since walked the runway for many leading fashion brands and has worked with world renowned photographers. Under her contract with the beauty brand, Jenner will appear in digital, TV and print advertising campaigns and play an active role in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653964/estee-lauder-signs-kendall-jenner?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653964/estee-lauder-signs-kendall-jenner?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:06:16 +0000 Write in confidence with an ultraluxury pen that inspires your wisest words. Caran d'Ache, the Geneva maison de haute écriture, has teamed up with French crystal brand Lalique to create limited-edition pens. The design of the pens was inspired by the famous Coutard motif created by René Lalique. An iconic crystal is set at the tip of each pen, and the pens are sprinkled with ceramic "water" droplets to add extra comfort when writing. The Black Crystal and White Crystal versions comprise fountain... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653963/ultraluxury-fountain-pens-come-diamonds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653963/ultraluxury-fountain-pens-come-diamonds?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:06:11 +0000 Here comes the perfect kit for connoisseurs who cannot survive without their daily glass of wine. Salvatore Ferragamo and Lalique have created a limited-edition briefcase to upgrade your wine-tasting experience on the go. Meticulously handcrafted in signature black saffiano leather and accented with a soft Ferragamo red lambskin lining, the scratch-proof and water-resistant briefcase holds four "Lalique 100 Points by James Suckling" wine glasses or two glasses plus two bottles of fine vintage.... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653973/ferragamo-briefcase-lalique-crystal-wine-glasses?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653973/ferragamo-briefcase-lalique-crystal-wine-glasses?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:06:11 +0000 A cutting-edge smartphone is a must-have when hitting the road in your Bentley. The British luxury car brand Bentley and mobile phone manufacturer Vertu have come up with the "Vertu for Bentley" high-end smartphone. The phone comes with the "Vertu Concierge" service which offers 24/7 luxury lifestyle assistance and recommendations. Bentley service apps are also available. The acoustics are tuned in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen. The phone is wrapped in quilted calf leather encased in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653966/vertu-produces-high-end-smartphone-bentley?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653966/vertu-produces-high-end-smartphone-bentley?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:06:11 +0000 To celebrate the true spirit of this festive season, Joyce has made a special "Christmas is ..." video. The brand invited renowned fashion designers, beauty label founders and style icons, including Chitose Abe, Consuelo Castiglioni, Dries Van Noten and Deborah Lippmann, to share their fondest holiday memories in the video. Customers can watch the video on the walls of all Joyce stores. To further embrace the holiday spirit, in-house stylists at Joyce Beauty will recommend to shoppers Christmas... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653972/christmas-video-and-make-advice-joyce?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653972/christmas-video-and-make-advice-joyce?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:06:11 +0000 1. Waterford Raise the glass for a toast over the exclusive London Desktop Bar which illuminates the holiday spirit. The leather-clad case contains two grid-patterned crystal decanters and four glasses. A true state-of-the-art design for whisky aficionados, HK$136,000 2. Moser Elegantly reminiscent of the rose blossom, the Rouge handcrafted overlay bowl is a unique objet d'art, adding an artistic note to your holiday décor, HK$28,000 3. Christofle Fill the room with a warm glow with the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1654581/add-festive-touch-home-season-our-collection-fine-homeware?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1654581/add-festive-touch-home-season-our-collection-fine-homeware?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:05:47 +0000 The multiaward winning superpremium gin, D1 London Gin, is now available in Hong Kong. It combines British distilling skills with contemporary London couture branding to appeal to gin lovers. It has been perfected over two years by a distinguished British distillery. With ingredients exclusively selected by a master tea blender, the D1 London Gin has a distinctive smooth finish with rich aromas of citrus and fruit tea. The artistic reversible bottle, designed in collaboration with contemporary... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653977/celebrate-festive-season-premium-gin-london?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653977/celebrate-festive-season-premium-gin-london?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:05:47 +0000 Just in time for December travellers looking for a warm holiday, Four Seasons has opened two new hotels in Johannesburg and Dubai. Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff is located between Johannesburg's financial centre and new and revitalised neighbourhoods that offer trendy shops and restaurants. At one of the hotel's restaurant, guests can enjoy the best vintage of the area paired with local cheeses, grilled meats and seafood. In addition to The Spa, spa treatments are also available at the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653976/four-seasons-opens-hotels-dubai-johannesburg?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653976/four-seasons-opens-hotels-dubai-johannesburg?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:05:47 +0000 1. Koket Vintage elegance meets modern glam in this bold Chandra chair. Polished brass bands delicately bind the chair, highlighting the sculpted fluidity of the tight back upholstery. Price on request 2. Saint-Louis The Matrice crystal lamp adds a warm glow to your room. It completes your winter night with an elegant touch, HK$96,900 3. Armani Casa The Antoinette hidden chair comes in a cylinder-shaped frame with an interior seat and a folding top. Exquisitely lacquered and crafted, it occupies... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1654584/cold-comfort?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1654584/cold-comfort?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:05:41 +0000 EVENT Pradasphere Exhibition Opening Ceremony and After Party WHERE Pier 4, Central   Happenings: The pop-up exhibition "Pradasphere" has finally landed in Hong Kong and a grand opening ceremony was held. The exhibition, which takes a retrospective view of the fashion house's 60 looks over the past three decades, also wowed guests with the brand's architectural projects and rarely seen publications. Gong Li graced the event with high-voltage star power in a figure-flaunting Prada lace evening... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1654596/prada-opens-exhibition-hk?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1654596/prada-opens-exhibition-hk?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:05:41 +0000 Fragrance Coque d'Or, the 1937 vintage scent created by Jacques Guerlain in homage to Sergei Diaghilev - founder of the Ballets Russes - has been restored to its original splendour by the House of Baccarat. With its elegant blend of bergamot, patchouli and rose, the fragrance, which comes in a bottle reminiscent of a bow tie, is a must-have for the modern man and the adventurous woman. Crafted in blue Baccarat crystal, gilded in 20ct gold and hand-finished with gold and black silk threads, the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653975/classic-fragrance-re-released-hk190000?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653975/classic-fragrance-re-released-hk190000?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:00:15 +0000 WHAT: ULTIMATE BOXING SET HOW MUCH: HK$1.43 MILLION   WHY: Want to exercise in style this Christmas? Check out Louis Vuitton's boxing set designed by fashion legend Karl Lagerfeld. To celebrate the house's 160th anniversary, Louis Vuitton invited six style icons, including Lagerfeld, Christian Louboutin and Cindy Sherman, to reinvent its signature Monogram motif. Lagerfeld never ceases to amaze with his ideas. He designed a luxurious boxing set which comes in his interpretation of a Louis... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653978/lagerfeld-designs-ultraluxury-boxing-trunk-lv?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653978/lagerfeld-designs-ultraluxury-boxing-trunk-lv?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:00:15 +0000 A. Lange & Söhne celebrates the 20th birthday of its brand icon with a limited special edition - the Lange 1 Tourbillon Handwerkskunst. Limited to 20 pieces, the watch comes in a platinum case and features a black enamelled main dial, gracefully decorated by mirror-polished hour markers and rhodiumed gold hands. The sub-dial, slightly recessed into the main dial, is made of solid silver. The tourbillon clock, finished with the challenging specular polishing technique, showcases the brand's... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653965/lange-sohne-releases-limited-edition-tourbillon-watch?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1653965/lange-sohne-releases-limited-edition-tourbillon-watch?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2014 14:00:15 +0000 Add some glitz to your beauty collection. Rouge Louboutin nail colour gets a glittering transformation in the form of a limited-edition Strass-adorned version. The bottle and cap of the Rouge Louboutin Starlight are meticulously handcrafted with 1,500 two-tone Strass crystals. The new version is encased in a velvet soft black insert, sitting in a jewellery-like box with a black lacquered finish, showcasing two opulent leather and Strass flowers inspired by the Pensamoi shoe in the autumn/winter... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627553/louboutin-nail-polish-bottle-adorned-1500-crystals?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627553/louboutin-nail-polish-bottle-adorned-1500-crystals?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:15:45 +0000 It's time to experience your music collection in a brand new way. Bowers & Wilkins has added another member to the P5 family. The P5 Series 2 headphones can deliver unheard of levels of detail and dynamics that only traditional Hi-fi speakers can provide. The model uses drivers with a suspended diaphragm to deliver perfect audio precision and sound reproduction. The high-end materials contribute to the headphones' light and chic design. The headphones are a perfect match with the iPhone Mic,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627558/new-headphones-bowers-wilkins-deliver-high-quality-sound?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627558/new-headphones-bowers-wilkins-deliver-high-quality-sound?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:15:45 +0000 WHAT: THE 24CT GOLD EXTREME MOUNTAIN BIKE HOW MUCH: HK$7.8 MILLION WHY: For adventurous mountain bikers who may find that titanium and carbon-fibre two-wheelers are run-of-the-mill and mundane, what's better than to splurge on bicycle made of gold? The House of Solid Gold always goes over the top, making its new gold bike a unique masterpiece. Known as the Beverly Hills Edition, the handcrafted, one-of-a-kind Extreme Mountain Bike requires more than 750 hours of craftsmanship to complete. An... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627561/splurge-24ct-gold-mountain-bike?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627561/splurge-24ct-gold-mountain-bike?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:15:45 +0000 1. BACCARAT Inspired by the Apollo fountain at Versailles Castle, this limited-edition Ginkgo vase is engraved and then gilded with a portrait of horses coming out of the water, HK$89,200 2. LALIQUE The Tianlong vase features the celestial dragon dressed in amber, representing wealth and power. Handcrafted with exclusive techniques, it will surely impress your visitors, HK$449,400 3. SAINT-LOUIS This delicate crystal vase evokes the graceful artistry of the late 19th and early 20th centuries,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627591/crystal-never-goes-out-style?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627591/crystal-never-goes-out-style?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:15:15 +0000 John Galliano has finally returned to the spotlight after three years of absence from the fashion scene. The British-born, controversial fashion icon has been appointed as creative director of Maison Martin Margiela. This marks a new era in the history of the fashion house. The visionary, non-conformist and creative designer will give new significance to the rich heritage of Margiela, and new impulse to its exciting future. https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627559/fashions-bad-boy-john-galliano-joins-maison-martin-margiela?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627559/fashions-bad-boy-john-galliano-joins-maison-martin-margiela?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:15:00 +0000 EVENT Art of the Trench Hong Kong WHERE Burberry flagship store, Pacific Place   Happenings: In 2009, Burberry took a curious turn by launching a photo-sharing website, inviting people from around the world to submit portraits of themselves wearing the brand's best-selling trench coat. It has had more than 24.8 million page views from users in over 221 countries since its launch, celebrated by events hosted worldwide. The brand brought this digital platform - Art of the Trench - from the web to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627600/burberry-brings-art-trench-hk?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627600/burberry-brings-art-trench-hk?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:11:08 +0000 EVENT Versace Flagship Opening Party WHERE Versace Flagship Store, Harbour City   Happenings: The atmosphere at Versace's new flagship store in Harbour City was sizzling. Korean superstar Song Seung-heon, Versace CEO Gian Giacomo Ferraris and Leng Yen Thean, executive director of Wharf Holdings, took part in the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new store is the largest Versace flagship store in Asia. Celebrities flocked to the opulent 732-square-metre boutique designed by Donatella Versace and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627603/versace-opens-largest-flagship-store-asia?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627603/versace-opens-largest-flagship-store-asia?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:11:08 +0000 1. PRADA This perfect match of calfskin suede and crocodile weaves elegance into the toughness of military green, HK$125,000 2. JIMMY CHOO Try this Opal camouflage ziparound crossbody bag in gunmetal colours for a new look, HK$9,250 3. SAINT LAURENT It's all boots on the ground with these knee-highs in smooth black leather with silvertoned studs, HK$17,950 4. VALENTINO Carry this spacious and versatile camouflage-pattern backpack and go camping in style, HK$20,900 5. GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Add some... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627592/green-autumn?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627592/green-autumn?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:11:08 +0000 Like a jewel tucked into the breathtaking stretch of Riviera Nayarit coastline, Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita awaits tequila lovers to discover its treasure via private helicopter to the family-run Mundo Cuervo distillery in the town of Tequila, Mexico. Created exclusively for the resort's guests, the Ultimate Tequila Tour Extraordinary Experience includes a behind-the-scenes tour, private tastings with an expert sommelier, gourmet cuisine by a Four Seasons chef and two custom blended bottles... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627550/four-seasons-resort-offers-extraordinary-tequila-tour?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627550/four-seasons-resort-offers-extraordinary-tequila-tour?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:10:49 +0000 A visionary semi-Swath catamaran designed by BMT Nigel Gee, a subsidiary of the BMT Group, will be launched at the upcoming Monaco Yacht Show. The 85-metre, high-performance Project L³ provides over 4,200 GT. The space allows the owner to enjoy entertainment and living areas similar to land-based architecture. The main accommodation opens straight onto the pool courtyard. Propulsion options range from a conventional system for 20-knot performance to a Combined Diesel and Gas Turbine, delivering... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627551/high-performance-luxury-catamaran-be-unveiled?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627551/high-performance-luxury-catamaran-be-unveiled?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:10:44 +0000 1. CORAVIN There’s no need to worry about wine oxidization anymore. This magical but beautifully simple wine opener allows you to pour without pulling the cork, leaving the rest of the wine to age naturally in the bottle, about HK$2,330 2. MONTBLANC The e-StarWalker can make quick notes, draw and edit on Samsung Galaxy Note products. It features e-refill made of black resin, HK$3,970 3. USB TYPEWRITER This retro-futuristic portable typewriter works as a USB keyboard for PCs, Macs or iPads, about... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627593/old-school-devices-become-hi-tech-gadgets?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627593/old-school-devices-become-hi-tech-gadgets?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:10:44 +0000 Urwerk's latest creation, EMC (Electro Mechanical Control) Black, is the world's first 100 per cent mechanical, high-precision and interactive watch with an electronic monitoring system. The system allows the owner to monitor and adjust their timepiece's chronometric performance. In addition to conventional indications - hours, minutes, seconds and power reserve indicator, there is an original performance indicator display, which is activated on demand by a push of a button. The "instrument... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627549/mechanical-watch-chronometric-performance?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627549/mechanical-watch-chronometric-performance?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:10:44 +0000 To celebrate the launch of its new Aria collection, De Beers Jewellery introduced the photography project "A Dance of Light", featuring superstar Sammi Cheng captured by renowned Chinese visual artist Chen Man. Chen has won rewards worldwide for her unique visual language and artistic instinct. Chen captured the natural beauty and iconic style of Cheng against simple backdrops. The style icon for modern women was photographed in elegant black gowns wearing the brand's glamorous new collection of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627557/icon-sammi-cheng-promotes-new-collection-de-beers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1627557/icon-sammi-cheng-promotes-new-collection-de-beers?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:10:44 +0000 WHAT: THE EMPTY QUARTER RING HOW MUCH: HK$2 MILLION   WHY: Imagine a golden desert and sand dunes, cradling three camels elegantly crossing the landscape - all delicately crafted on a piece of fine jewellery. The witty and splendid "Empty Quarter Ring" is a collaboration between renowned British jewellery designer Theo Fennel and acclaimed British microsculptor Williard Wiggan. The attention to detail is staggering. Few could imagine such meticulously sculpted details in a ring which, when... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600253/empty-quarter-ring-features-magnificent-details?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600253/empty-quarter-ring-features-magnificent-details?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:45:00 +0000 It says something about the increasing popularity of tea when leaves can cost more than the equivalent weight in gold. In this spring's China Guardian Auctions, the most expensive pu'er tea cake fetched a jaw-dropping HK$13 million, breaking the record of HK$6 million set in 2010, when the price of vintage pu'er reached an all-time high. These are not isolated incidents. The World Tea Expo is predicting a 50 per cent growth in premium tea sales by 2016, while Unilever - the biggest player in the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600316/premium-teas-are-gaining-popularity-worldwide?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600316/premium-teas-are-gaining-popularity-worldwide?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:45:00 +0000 Rupert Sanderson has opened its third standalone boutique in Hong Kong at Harbour City. The brand has added an artistic element - the Lake Gold Leaf Splatter Wall - to its décor, which matches the brand's signature gold stilettos. A Gustav Klimt-inspired mosaic centrepiece featuring a luscious lake colour is juxtaposed with yellow and white gold leaf. To celebrate the grand opening, creative duo Rupert Sanderson and Bertrand Mak collaborated to launch three exclusive shoe collections - Splatter... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600243/rupert-sanderson-opens-new-store-harbour-city?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600243/rupert-sanderson-opens-new-store-harbour-city?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:41:54 +0000 Whisky and watches - two quintessential elements for all gentlemen - are brought together perfectly by the unprecedented collaboration between Chivas and Bremont. Housing a bottle of Chivas 12 blended Scotch whisky and featuring deconstructed watch elements, the Chivas limited-edition gift tin titled "Chivas 12 Made for Gentlemen by Bremont" beautifully showcases the complex engineering of Bremont chronometers. The collaboration also sees the creation of 12 collector "Chivalry" watches by... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600240/chivas-and-bremont-join-forces-produce-gift-box-and-watches?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600240/chivas-and-bremont-join-forces-produce-gift-box-and-watches?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:41:54 +0000 Charlotte Free is the new Chanel girl. In front of the camera of the multitasking Karl Lagerfeld, the diminutive Los Angeles model with pink hair posed in décor evoking a dressing room in which pearls, knits and tweeds accumulate in powder shades, greys and black. Her neon hair echoes the elegance of Chanel's latest eyewear collection. The sunglasses come in contemporary shapes including stylised butterfly, cat-eye, square and pantos, while optical glasses focus on square, oval, rectangular and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600239/latest-eyewear-collection-chanel-exudes-elegance?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600239/latest-eyewear-collection-chanel-exudes-elegance?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:41:54 +0000 Tiffany & Co has debuted its autumn masterpieces, featuring the finest diamonds and gemstones. The designs maximise the stones' firepower with effortless elegance. The autumn collection includes earrings of radiant diamond tiers, bracelets in open waves, and tassel pendants with diamonds and seed pearls. One of the rings features a fancy deep brown and green-yellow 8.16ct diamond, bordered with white opal and coloured diamonds in 18ct rose gold. A number of pieces by design director Francesca... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600241/tiffany-releases-luxe-masterpieces-autumn?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600241/tiffany-releases-luxe-masterpieces-autumn?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:41:54 +0000 Jimmy Choo's New Bond Street Townhouse has been renovated. The 200-square-metre store, designed in partnership with the David Collins Studio, features collections ranging from eyewear, sunglasses and small leather goods to soft accessories and fragrances. The store's original terracotta façade has been restored to its former glory, while the soft hues and subtle textures of the interior give off an inviting vibe. Products are nestled among the brand's signature palettes of satin gold, pink... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600248/jimmy-choo-launches-candy-bag-celebrate-opening-renovated-shop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600248/jimmy-choo-launches-candy-bag-celebrate-opening-renovated-shop?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:41:54 +0000 In the whirlwind of mania over the new iPhone, it's time for the tech-savvy to raise the bar for new products. British luxury mobile phone manufacturer Vertu is going the extra mile, debuting the brand's state-of-the-art audio collection in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen. The collection comprises headphones and a wireless speaker with a sophisticated soundscape. Exclusively crafted in aircraft-grade aluminium and natural calf leather, the headphones are elegantly designed with a contemporary... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600238/vertu-releases-state-art-headphones-and-speaker?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600238/vertu-releases-state-art-headphones-and-speaker?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:41:54 +0000 British artist Damien Hirst has collaborated with Hoorsenbuhs jewellery company to launch the "Cathedral Collection". The collection follows Hirst's previous use of "medical symbology", reflected in his Pharmacy installations. For Hirst, art is more therapeutic than pills. Featuring a limited-edition pill ring and pill rosary necklace, the collection is available in 18ct yellow, rose or white gold encrusted with rubies, white diamonds and black diamonds. Priced at US$28,000 and US$68,000,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600246/limited-edition-ring-and-necklace-designed-artist-damien-hirst?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600246/limited-edition-ring-and-necklace-designed-artist-damien-hirst?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:41:12 +0000 German luxury appliance maker Miele has launched a limited-edition bespoke trunk for the home that will wow guests with its luxurious design. Miele commissioned luxury Parisian trunk maker T.T. Trunks to create 10 made-to-order pieces fully customised to one's taste. Each trunk takes more than 200 hours to craft using premium full-grain leather, accessorised by metallic details made of brass, palladium or 24ct gold to one's liking. The trunk features a built-in wine cellar with a 38-bottle... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600247/miele-unveils-luxury-wine-cellar-cum-coffee-maker-trunk?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600247/miele-unveils-luxury-wine-cellar-cum-coffee-maker-trunk?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:41:12 +0000 Zaha Hadid has brought her remarkable style of architecture to home accessories. The globally-renowned architect debuts a homeware collection designed with state-of-the-art techniques and produced by artisans from across Europe. The collection, ranging from platters and vessels to candelabras, stools and a chess set, features Hadid's signature fluid and sleek forms. Among these stunning masterpieces in contrasting colours and materials, the made-to-order and beautifully shaped Aqua Platter,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600244/renowned-architect-designs-chic-homeware?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1600244/renowned-architect-designs-chic-homeware?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2014 14:41:12 +0000 The Leica camera, with which Russian photographer Yevgeny Khaldei took one of the most famous photographs of the second world war - "Raising a Flag over the Reichstag" - will be on offer at Bonhams' Leica Centenary Sale in Hong Kong in November. The image of Russian troops hoisting the hammer and sickle above the Reichstag, the German parliament building, in May 1945 became one of the most reproduced war photographs in the world. The camera is expected to fetch HK$3 million to HK$4.5 million. https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1581177/camera-took-famous-war-photo-go-under-hammer?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1581177/camera-took-famous-war-photo-go-under-hammer?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 04 Sep 2014 13:31:43 +0000 Award-winning MB&F continues to explore the mysteries of space. Inspired by the sci-fi series Star Trek, the Starfleet Machine is a spaceship/table clock, featuring hours and minutes, double retrograde seconds and power reserve indicator. MB&F designed the Starfleet Machine, which is engineered and crafted by L'Epée, Switzerland's only remaining specialist high-end clock manufacturer. Hours and minutes are indicated on the central black dome by hand-polished hands that follow the dome's curved... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1581176/mbfs-starfleet-machine-treads-new-ground?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1581176/mbfs-starfleet-machine-treads-new-ground?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 04 Sep 2014 13:31:43 +0000 With the summer waves beckoning, you might want to let loose in the ocean. Strand Craft has designed a powerful yet luxurious jet ski named V8 Wet Rod. The five-metre-long jet ski features a massive 5.7-litre V8 engine which unleashes 300 to 410hp, capable of attaining a top speed of 105km/h. The exterior, resembling a miniature yacht, is sleekly crafted out of carbon fibre and epoxy. There is an ice box under the seat for storing drinks and a separate waterproof luggage box for storing bigger... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1581167/riding-waves-style?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1581167/riding-waves-style?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 04 Sep 2014 13:31:37 +0000 The A5, designed by ICON Aircraft, is guaranteed to put a smile on the pilot's face. The amphibious Light Sport Aircraft reinvents the philosophy of flying, enabling new pilots to hit the skies as easily as flicking a switch. Elegantly designed with foldable wings, the all-composite, two-seat, flying-boat-type plane can be stowed in your garage before you tow it to the closest waterway for take-off. For new pilots, the aircraft incorporates groundbreaking technologies to make flying intuitive... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1581183/luxury-aircraft-unveiled?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1581183/luxury-aircraft-unveiled?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 04 Sep 2014 13:30:00 +0000