In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Dolce & Gabbana takes over Le Carillon Portofino, Fendi’s latest Fall/Winter collection shines with Casentino wools and glossy satins, and more.
Dolce & Gabbana Takes Over Le Carillon Portofino
The DG Resort project sees Dolce & Gabbana taking over the Le Carillon beach club in Portofino to bring guests the most authentic of Italian holidays. Dolce & Gabbana’s new Verde Maiolica print covers the entire beach club, with vertical striped patterns that recall la dolce vita and the essence of the Italian Riviera—including its exclusive pop-up, bar, and the VESTA Portofino restaurant. This will run only until September 2024.
Fendi’s Fall/Winter 2024-2025 Collection Shines With Casentino Wools And Glossy Satins
In the new Fendi Fall/Winter 2024-2025 Collection, the men’s line-up takes on masculine silhouettes with European influences, using materials such as Casentino wools, waxed all-weather cloths, and smooth loden. Inspired by the great outdoors, the collection showcases a varied palette of earthy tones in items such as long pleated shorts, fisherman’s coats, waterproof wax jackets, knitwear, layered polo swearers, and ribbed cardigans. Washed denim and mohair are creatively textured to mimic fringed fur, while polished satin is incorporated into evening ensembles with embellished crystal FF brooches.
Meanwhile, the women’s line merges elements of utilitarian, simplicity and theatricality—bringing in tailored pieces made from rich, compact wools. Dresses are contrasted with tulle and organza transparencies printed with Roman statuary or embroidered disruptive dots. Furthermore, its new fabrications undergo the special Agugliato needle-punched process, intricate intarsia techniques, and high-shine waxed finishes to provide supple protection and fundamental comfort.
Gear Up Your Active Lifestyle With Tumi’s New Sports Collection
Tumi is broadening its sports collection with specialised gear tailored for various activities. Among the new offerings are dedicated bags for racquet sports such as pickleball and tennis, with added magnetic shoulder straps for versatile wear as slings or backpacks. New durable styles are also introduced for cyclists, employing water-resistant materials with reflective details for safety both on and off the road. Other items include the tour biking backpack, alliance biking backpack, peyton sling, yoga sling, and other essential accessories for one’s active endeavours.
Shop the new Tumi Sport collection at Tumi stores worldwide and on Tumi’s official website.
Molteni&C Launches A New Book And Exhibition For Its 90th Anniversary
Molteni&C celebrates its 90th anniversary with a new book, Molteni Mondo: An Italian Design Story. It is the brand’s first monograph dedicated to the brand’s identity, history and values. Featuring exclusive images articulated like scenes from a film, the book highlights Molteni&C’s collaborations with major players in the design world. Additionally, a new permanent exhibition, titled FROM THE COLLECTION / in dialogue, is revealed at the Molteni Museum in Giussano, showcasing icons from Molteni&C, UniFor and Citterio, and providing a retrospective on the journey of the Molteni Group throughout its 90 years of history.
FRED’s First-Ever Malaysian Store Opens In SEIBU @ The Exchange TRX
Nicknamed ‘The Sunshine Jeweler’, FRED was founded by Fred Samuel in 1936, offering iconic collections of diamonds, spessartite garnets, spinel gemstones and more. The new store at SEIBU in The Exchange TRX displays FRED’s iconic collections such as Force 10, Chance Infinie, and Pretty Woman, as well as other high jewellery creations. The boutique reflects Samuel’s vision of the sun, blue sky, sea and beach merging into one, which he dubbed the French Riviera. The blue and golden hues can be seen on the store’s walls, windows, carpet and even on one of the gemstones. It’s also equipped with a private lounge area, catering to bespoke consultations, and an intimate space where customers can explore FRED’s collections discretely. Furthermore, the opening was graced by the presence of Thai actor Mew Suppasit Jongcheveevat, adding to the excitement of the occasion.
Sacoor Brothers Unveils Two New Lines In Its Latest Spring/Summer 2024 Collection
The Portuguese fashion brand has recently released its Spring/Summer 2024 collection, titled Cityscape, where tailored suits and classic shirts are crafted with a fusion of deluxe fabrics in modern silhouettes. Intricate details, rich textures and earthy tones dominate this collection, fashioning a contemporary leisure style for the season. The Cityscape also carries the K-Easy Line, where blazers, shirts and pants are designed with technical fibres and 100 per cent wool woven fabrics by utilising cutting-edge technologies like the K.Easy Natural Stretch. It also offers effortless styling without compromising on sharpness. The K-Easy line comprises the K.Lounge Suit, K.Motion Co-Ord Suit, and K.Easy Poplin Comfort Formal Shirt, as well as the Four Seasons Easy-Travel Performance Suit that transitions smoothly from work to play and travel. Next in line is the Respekt, where its Piqué Polo Shirt is engineered from 100 per cent BCI Cotton to ensure comfort with a sharp silhouette.
Australian Street Artist Rone Presents His First Immersive Exhibition At AGWA
From now until September 30 2024, Australian street artist Rone is presenting his first major exhibition, titled TIME • RONE, at the Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA) in the historic Centenary Galleries. This immersive exhibition transports visitors to a bygone era of Australian history, featuring Rone’s haunting murals spread across 12 rooms on both floors of the galleries—spaces that have been largely closed to the public for nearly 20 years. A multi-sensory journey, this showcase invites exploration of themes such as beauty in decay and the search for meaning in everyday life, offering an open-ended narrative for deeper reflection.
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