In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Fornasetti Profumi Home Candles Blur The Line Between Fragrance & Art, Take on The Chapman’s Challenge at Marina Island Pangkor, and more.
Fornasetti Profumi Home Candles Blur The Line Between Fragrance And Art
The Milan-founded luxury artistic design company have unveiled a line of home fragrances to complement its iconic High Design decorations. The new Fornasetti Profumi range consists of three collections including the Peccato Originale (Original Sin) collection depicting the late 19th-century opera singer Lina Cavalieri, Fornasetti’s muse, as well as the snake to represent the motif of original Sin. The Frutto Proibito (Forbidden Fruit) fragrance completes the seduction. Next, the Architettura collection is a triptych of three distinct porcelain candles that takes the patron on a walk through an imaginary cityscape together with the fragrance Immaginazione of woody cedar and sandalwood notes. Lastly, through the Farfalle e Balaustra (Butterflies and Balustrade) collection, leaves and butterflies create an Edenic scene paired with the Giardino Segreto fragrance of ingredients that embody the scent of black currant and wild blackberry in the undergrowth.
Prices range from RM390 to RM10,500. Available in KENS Apothecary at the Pavilion KL and The Gardens.
Four Seasons Hotel KL’s Bar Trigona Lands On Asia’s 50 Best Bars List For Fifth Consecutive Year
There is perhaps no venue that sets the bar higher (pun intended) than Bar Trigona, with its locally inspired libations paired with an opulent modern space. As a testament to this, it has once again taken home the title of Best Bar in Malaysia and ranked no. 38 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023, which was unveiled in Hong Kong in July. The bar has put Kuala Lumpur on the global cocktail map by utilising vibrant local produce to create a selection of signature cocktails, inspired by everything from Bambangan wild mango to Teh Tarik and Penang Laksa. Another Malaysian tippling spot on the list is newcomer Penrose KL at no. 50.
Royal Selangor Introduces Range of Malaysian Wildlife Sculptures
The premier pewter brand has released a new captivating range of Malaysian wildlife sculptures, Sculptura. Majestic and lovable endangered creatures are spotlighted, such as the Gilt Malayan Tiger, where our national animal is depicted striding forward in brilliant finish pewter with 24K gilding, on a walnut-stained rubberwood plinth that comes with an engraving plate. This collection features four other creatures, including the Malayan Tiger Cub, Orangutan, Leatherback Sea Turtle, and Malayan Tapir. Available at Royal Selangor stores, authorised dealers and online from 11 August.
Commemorate International Friendship Day with Habib Jewels
On 30 July, what better way to mark an invaluable friendship than with captivating pieces from the latest Oro Italia 916 Collection? Part of this is the exquisite Aria series (priced from RM1,045 onwards) featuring delicate shapes such as butterflies and flower petals, which beautifully symbolise blooming friendships. Whether it’s a dainty bracelet or a charming necklace, take your pick from white, yellow, and rose gold options.
Take On The Chapman’s Challenge At Marina Island Pangkor
From 25 – 27 August, the beloved event for adventure enthusiasts returns for a weekend of exhilarating trails and stunning scenery of Pangkor Laut. Named after the famed British Colonel Spencer Chapman, the race follows his escape trail, including a 1km swim in the sea off Emerald Bay. The stay (RM2,600++ for two adults) includes return scheduled speedboat transfers and accommodation at Marina Island Pangkor, full board, and more. Participants will vie for the top prize of a NORQAIN timepiece (RM24,980) from the race’s Official Timekeeper. To make a reservation, call +60327831000 or email travelcentre@ytlhotels.com.my.
Amankila Presents Cook Island, A New Culinary Event Series
The Balinese luxury resort, with its own private black-sand beach and suites overlooking Lombok Strait waters, will introduce Cook the Island, a culinary event series with acclaimed international guest chefs. Their Head Chef will work with each visiting chef to showcase their expertise across three days to unearth the potential of delectable local produce. First on the roster on 18-20 August is UK-based chef Laurie Gear, who helms Artichoke,the famed one-Michelin-starred restaurant. The series will combine two-night’s accommodation, daily breakfast, round-trip airport transfers, and several culinary experiences such as interactions with the chef while sampling refined canapés. Cook the Island will also continue in September and November with other guest chefs.
For reservations: call +623618468585 or email amankila@aman.com.
