In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Omega pairs its new special edition Olympics watch with a swanky pop-up in Paris, Chopard spotlights its Red Carpet Collection at the Cannes Film Festival and Paris Couture Week, and more.
Omega Pairs Its New Special Edition Olympics Watch With A Swanky Pop-Up In Paris
The official timekeeper of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 opens the doors to Omega House, an immersive, members-only space in Hôtel de Poulpry, Maison des Polytechniciens. It spreads over multiple levels, starting from The Courtyard to different rooms that you can explore until 10 August 2024. The Omega House guides you along as you trace Omega’s near-century-long Olympic and Paralympic partnership from 1932. Expect interactive elements across several floors including photo opportunities with a giant golden astronaut, a celebrity autograph wall, and displays of Omega’s Paris 2024 timepieces, such as the two new Chronoscope Speedmasters and a limited-edition Seamaster 300M dive watch.
Chopard’s Red Carpet Collection Adorns The Cannes Film Festival And Paris Couture Week
This year’s Paris Couture Week shone the spotlight on Chopard’s highly anticipated showcase of its annual Red Carpet Collection. Every year since 1998, the maison’s haute joaillerie collection has graced the Cannes Film Festival, donned by celebrities on the red carpet. This time, the new collection is titled Contes de Fées and features 77 creations designed by Co-President and Artistic Director of Chopard, Caroline Scheufele, drawing inspiration from the enchanting world of fairytales. Whimsical creatures are brought to life, such as the 18-carat white gold ring fashioned in the form of an angel, set with brilliant-cut diamonds, spinels and striking watermelon tourmaline wings. Among other exquisite pieces, the dreamy essence of a true love’s kiss is symbolised in a diamond pavé heart pendant adorned with blue and pink sapphires, accompanied by a matching set of earrings.
Fendi Drops New Capsule Collection For Chinese Valentine’s Day
Fendi celebrates this year’s Chinese Valentine’s Day (on 10 August) with a new capsule collection, featuring a vibrant range for both men and women. The collection showcases ready-to-wear items, the classic Peekaboo and Baguette bags, sneakers, and embroidered accessories in multicolour FF logo. The collection is now available at major boutiques across China, on the fendi.cn website, WeChat online store, and select international locations including Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.
The Ivory Bridal Opens Its First Atelier At The MET
First established in Singapore, The Ivory was founded by Ang Jin Yuan in 2019. The luxury bridal boutique features a wide range of collections, including exclusive gowns from Oscar de la Renta, Tony Ward, Safiyaa and more. Its first atelier in Malaysia is depicted as a gallery in the sky, located on the 25th floor of The MET, overlooking the city’s skyscrapers. To further emphasise the gallery experience, The Ivory houses seven hand-picked ethereal art pieces, guiding brides on their celestial journey and inviting them to become a part of living art.
The Penfolds Bin 707 2021 Vintage Is A Cabernet Sauvignon Exemplar
Grange is the most famous product from Penfolds, an emblem of collectability and exclusivity—but Bin 707 sits right up there next to it, an equally top-tier offering from the Australian winemaker. Where Grange is predominantly shiraz, Bin 707 is exclusively an expression of cabernet sauvignon. It is also produced in smaller quantities than Grange and has even missed out on a few vintages when the year’s harvest is not of sufficient quality. Its ‘707’ owes its inspiration to the Boeing 707, the premiere commercial airliner at the time of its creation in 1964—and indeed, Bin 707 was served in Qantas first class during the 1960s.
After skipping 2020, Bin 707 returned with the 2021 vintage. A classic presentation of the collection, it has a fresh and lively nose with all the darkly compelling, stone fruit fragrances one would expect of a cabernet sauvignon. On the palate, it is powerful and robust with layered tannins, tempered by a certain structure and precision. It is bottled at 14.5 per cent ABV.
Malaysia Airlines Teamed Up With Chef Darren Chin To Launch The New Chiang Mai Route
Malaysia Airlines has launched a new route to Chiang Mai and joined forces with chef Darren Chin to take travel enthusiasts on a culinary journey through the wonders of the northern Thai city. To introduce the route, the airlines released a series of videos, showcasing Chef Darren Chin’s travels in Chiang Mai and his exploration of northern Thai cuisine. He brought the recipes to life at Gai by Darren Chin as part of the launch, serving guests dishes such as Khao Soi Gai, Wild Red Coral Trout with Hor Mok, Songkhla River Prawn, and Aged Duck with the Kheng Tet spice. The airlines now invites Malaysian travellers to explore Chiang Mai via direct flights from Kuala Lumpur, starting from 15 August 2024.
Anticipate Mandarin Oriental’s Luxury Resort And Branded Residences In Bali
Set to open in 2027, the resort is perched on a cliffside plateau of elevated terraces. Featuring 110 suites and villas, guests will get to enjoy panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and access to a protected white-sand beach, alongside infinity pools and cliff-edge dining. Meanwhile, Mandarin Oriental’s branded residences boast 68 private villas, ranging from three to six bedrooms, with landscapes as magnificent as its resort. Owners will have access to the resort’s facilities and a dedicated clubhouse.
