In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s ‘The Art of Drinking’ inspired by New York Boroughs, Aston Martin DB12, the world’s first Super Tourer graces Malaysian shores, and more.
St. Regis Kuala Lumpur Introduces ‘The Art of Drinking’ Inspired By New York Boroughs
The renowned Astor Bar takes guests on a cocktail journey through New York’s five historical boroughs, each embodying the distinctive essence of Lower Manhattan, Midtown, Upper Manhattan, East Side, and West Side. As part of the immersive experience, guests will also be treated to a glimpse of the only public display of The Macallan Red Collection as well as captivating art collections such as Brigitte Bardot’s photograph by Terry O’Neil. ‘The Art of Drinking’ also unveils an evening ritual, ‘The Violet Hour’, where guests will be treated to its complimentary namesake martini crafted with No.3 London Dry Gin from 7pm to 8 pm daily.
Fendi’s High Jewellery Collection Designed by Its Fourth-Generation Heiress
Fendi Artistic Director of Jewellery Delfina Delettrez Fendi unveiled her first complete high jewellery collection, Fendi Triptych, which was designed to complement the autumn/winter haute couture collection. The calligraphic FF motif is whispered rather than boldly defined throughout the 31 pieces, which make up three chapters entitled Roma Rosa, Gioiello Giallo and Bianco Brilliante. A chromatic journey unfolds with white and yellow diamonds, as well as green, orange, and pink Padparadscha sapphires, create adornments of necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings.
Prada Mode Heads to Seoul for Its 10th Edition
On 5 and 6 September 2023, Prada will present the 10th iteration of Prada Mode, Plural and Parallel, its travelling social club. This will be held at the cultural venue KOTE, to coincide with the international art fair Frieze Seoul. Curated by Lee Sook-Kyung, the space will showcase site-specific installations across the venue’s multiple buildings by esteemed directors Kim Jee-Woon (The Good, the Bad, the Weird), Yeon Sang-ho (Train to Busan) and Jeong Dahee (a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences). Prada Mode Seoul will also include various activities such as screenings, musical performances, and dynamic conversations, as well as culinary offerings featuring a sophisticated local and global curation.
Indulge in the Armani/SPA at its Luxury Hotel in Milan
A corner of tranquillity spanning 1,000 square meters with a glass roof and walls, the spa reflects the lifestyle of Giorgio Armani while offering breathtaking views of Milan fashion district. An enchanting relaxation pool as well as a spa trail with saunas, steam baths, and an ice waterfall await the ultimate summer indulgence. This season, the spa introduces the new 80-minute Natural Essence treatment (€248), available until the end of August. Essential oils and plant extracts with lemon and officinal erbs scents, with their toning and draining properties, will accompany the clay and seaweed cast to act as a remodelling agent while a reshaping massage will promote microcirculation functions. To complete your well-being from within, the experience will include a detoxifying Armani/Bamboobar Signature cocktail and a finger food selection.
The New Limited Edition 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar with a Pink Gold Dial
A. Lange & Söhne’s latest timepiece (US$319,000) is a lesson in haute horology, uniting three sophisticated watchmaking complications in a classic design. In addition to the conventional functions of a chronograph, this sophisticated complication has the ability to measure intermediate times and comparative times, as well as determine minimum and maximum values in the course of one minute. The equally rare and ambitious combination of a split-seconds or rattrapante chronograph with a perpetual calendar now appears in a new guise, featuring an 18-carat white gold case with a 18k pink-gold dial with a classic pocket watch aesthetic. The timepiece is limited to 100 pieces.
Aston Martin DB12, The World’s First Super Tourer Graces Malaysian Shores
To mark its 110th anniversary and the 75th anniversary of the DB lineage, Aston Martin unveiled the DB12, the latest entry to the legendary DB bloodline. It redefines its segment with a best-in-class output of 680PS/800Nm from its 4.0 V8 Twin-Turbo engine, a 34 percent increase in performance compared to the outgoing DB11. Its stature prides itself on its grand sense of exclusivity with an all-new front end flanked by LED headlights, with distinctive daytime running lamp signatures and intricate surface detailing that stands out thanks to a wider stance. Available at Aston Martin Kuala Lumpur at a starting price of RM1,088,000 excluding duties, taxes, options, and customisation.
