https://www.scmp.com/rss/523589/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Anders Modig Davin Anders Modig Davin Visitors to Patek Philippe’s salon on Geneva’s luxurious Rue du Rhône in April could observe unique timepieces in the making at the brand’s métiers d’art exhibition. Watching the in-house artisan cutting wood with a foot-operated jigsaw into marquetry pieces depicting a Geneva Harbour scene from the 18th century was jaw-dropping – a display of the patience of a saint and the precision of a maestro. The artisan went on to explain that for one dome clock, he had cut 2,191 veneer parts of different... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/watches/article/3343498/how-luxury-watch-brands-are-reinventing-art-marquetry-hermes-patek-philippe?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/watches/article/3343498/how-luxury-watch-brands-are-reinventing-art-marquetry-hermes-patek-philippe?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 21 Feb 2026 22:00:08 +0000 Josh Sims Josh Sims Andrea Zagato says that, when you’re 106 years old, you think very carefully before risking your reputation. “It’s a lot of history to protect,” says the CEO of the legendary Italian coachbuilding company that bears his family name. Zagato was founded by his grandfather Ugo in 1919, and would go on to lend its styling skills to the likes of Bugatti, Rolls-Royce, Porsche, Bentley, Aston Martin and Lamborghini; and to make classic versions of the Ferrari 575 GTZ, Alfa Romeo TZ3 Corsa and BMW... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3343459/andrea-zagato-us3-million-capricorn-01-italian-coachbuilder-zagatos-first-hypercar?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3343459/andrea-zagato-us3-million-capricorn-01-italian-coachbuilder-zagatos-first-hypercar?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:00:10 +0000 Priya Raj Priya Raj Luxury jewellery and high-end watches are no longer mere adornments or precision gadgets – they are works of art. And, unlike a painting that remains static in a gallery, they travel with their wearers, providing portable escapism. Today’s jewellery maisons are breathing life into the neck, wrist, hand and imagination with sculptural butterflies frozen mid-flight, diamonds that dance with every gesture, and mythical creatures preserved in gemstones. For centuries, haute joaillerie and horlogerie... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3341399/how-asian-jewellery-designers-are-embracing-sculptural-story-driven-high-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3341399/how-asian-jewellery-designers-are-embracing-sculptural-story-driven-high-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:10 +0000 Bloomberg Bloomberg In my opinion, a watch is the perfect gift. It’s something one can wear every day; it very well might last forever; it makes a statement; and it represents an understanding of what’s truly valuable – time and your loved ones. But watches are a significant commitment, which means buying them for others can cause a lot of anxiety. However, it’s especially sweet to surprise someone with a bold gift – if you have the guts for it. To help with that endeavour, I’ve put together a holiday gift... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/watches/article/3336043/12-luxury-timepieces-gift-every-type-watch-lover-your-life-rolex-cartier?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/watches/article/3336043/12-luxury-timepieces-gift-every-type-watch-lover-your-life-rolex-cartier?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:00:13 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney These monochrome pieces for men are classic building blocks that go together to make a powerful statement look – a look that speaks of status and discretion. iPhone 17 Pro Mr P. jacket Tudor Black Bay watch Louis Vuitton pouch Ralph Lauren tie Chopard ballpoint Pen https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/luxury-news/article/3334746/christmas-2025-gift-guide-mens-monochrome-pieces-tudor-louis-vuitton-ralph-lauren-chopard-and-apple?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/luxury-news/article/3334746/christmas-2025-gift-guide-mens-monochrome-pieces-tudor-louis-vuitton-ralph-lauren-chopard-and-apple?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:00:10 +0000 Annie Darling Annie Darling As social calendars fill up, high jewellers are leaning unapologetically into statement sparkle. The holiday season is when wearable art transcends accessory status and becomes the ultimate expression of style, drama and personality. Champagne-light diamonds flicker like paparazzi flashes; high-colour gemstones shift with fearless flair; baroque pearls glow as if lit from within. When you step into the season’s “It” party, your masterpieces are meant to do exactly what they were designed to do:... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3334484/dazzling-jewellery-festive-season-bulgari-chopard-chow-sang-sang-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3334484/dazzling-jewellery-festive-season-bulgari-chopard-chow-sang-sang-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 29 Nov 2025 23:00:13 +0000