Breaking the Complication Record – Again Vacheron Constantin’s record-breaking run continues. Having secured the record for the world’s most complicated pocket watch last year with the Les Cabinotiers Berkley Grand Complication (63 functions), the luxury Swiss watchmaker has now set a new benchmark for wristwatches: the Les Cabinotiers Solaria Grand Complication, with 41 functions. A Milestone Timepiece for a 270th…
Once dismissed as a fashion faux pas, double denim has undergone a renaissance, emerging as one of the season’s most sophisticated trends. The key? A refined approach that balances nonchalance with polish, as exemplified by Julianne Moore’s recent appearance in a head-to-toe denim ensemble. At an event celebrating her capsule collection with Californian label Frank and Eileen, Moore demonstrated how…
The Rise and Fall of a Fast-Fashion Giant Forever 21 was once young and ready to change the world, one improbably inexpensive top at a time. It helped popularize fast fashion in the 2000s by churning out quick-turnaround knockoffs of runway looks and selling them cheaply in chaotic mall stores. Along with H&M, Zara, and Topshop, it fueled debates over…
The 2011 Tsunami and Its Aftermath On March 11, 2011, a magnitude 9 earthquake produced a devastating tsunami that swept away entire towns along the coast of northern Japan. Otsuchi, in Iwate Prefecture, was one of them. According to official statistics, 1,271 lives were lost and more than half of the town’s residential area was submerged during the disaster. Sashiko…
When cultivating a wardrobe that exudes understated luxury, few do it as masterfully as Sophie Lis. The London-based jewellery designer—renowned for her coveted Magic Leaf hoops and the Love pendant famously worn by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex—embodies a refined yet personal approach to fashion. Her aesthetic? A harmonious blend of timeless investment pieces, strategic high-low mixing, and sentimental jewellery that…
While spring traditionally conjures images of pastel blooms and sun-drenched optimism, a darker, more enigmatic trend is rising—one that trades daffodils for daggers and meadow strolls for midnight rituals. This season, fashion is channeling the witch: a symbol of mystique, rebellion, and untamed femininity. From the Catwalk to the Coven The witch’s sartorial influence is undeniable on the runways. At…
Few women in the public eye have influenced fashion and beauty as profoundly as Sarah Jessica Parker, who celebrates her 60th birthday this year. As Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City, Parker – alongside visionary costume designer Patricia Field – crafted one of the most iconic wardrobes in television history. But beyond her character’s penchant for Fendi Baguettes and…
By age 40, many men’s wardrobes reach a point of inertia—a sartorial plateau where the same rotation of clothes persists ad infinitum. While icons like Albert Einstein, Steve Jobs, and Mark Zuckerberg championed the “uniform dressing” philosophy to streamline decision-making, their approach has been misappropriated as an excuse for stylistic complacency. The result? A sea of monotony, where oversized navy…
The latest trend captivating designers and the A-list is far from conventional—yet dismissing it outright would be a sartorial misstep. For fashion connoisseurs, owning a piece from Phoebe Philo’s eponymous label is the ultimate status symbol. However, one standout from her upcoming “C” collection—a sleek black maxi skirt—challenges even the boldest tastemakers. At first glance, the design appears understated, even…
In an era where personal style speaks volumes, the lapel pin has emerged as the quintessential accessory for the sartorially astute man. Whether deployed as a whimsical flourish or an elegant accent, this subtle yet impactful adornment offers a refined means of infusing individuality into tailored ensembles. James Bond—a paragon of timeless sophistication—eschewed lapel pins, save for the occasional boutonnière…