In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Omega takes a bold leap with its latest aviation-inspired Speedmaster Pilot timepiece, the new Hennessy X.O La Carafe comes with a striking decanter design, and more.
Omega Reveals The New Speedmaster Pilot Timepiece That Takes Aviation-Aesthetics To New Heights
Omega’s new Speedmaster Pilot timepiece (40.85mm in size) draws inspiration from the first 1957 Speedmaster, which combines Omega’s 60 years of aviation heritage with advanced watchmaking. The timepiece features a stainless-steel body with a matte-black dial, along with green illuminating phosphor watch hands and markers for night visibility. What’s unique about the Speedmaster Pilot is the twin sub-dials—both opaline coloured at the centre and bevelled shaped on the outside—designed to look like aircraft cockpit flight instruments. It is powered by the Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 9900, which offers the best standards of accuracy and magnetic resistance. The timepiece is available in a stainless-steel bracelet and comes with an additional grey NATO strap.
Hennessy X.O La Carafe Made Its Grand Debut At Hennessy Artistry 2024
The 2024 edition of Hennessy Artistry recently welcomed more than 3,500 partygoers at Sentul Depot, Kuala Lumpur, for an electrifying 12-hour celebration. Stealing the spotlight was the unveiling of the Hennessy X.O La Carafe, a stunning decanter that reimagines the classic X.O silhouette with an inverted design, a rechargeable luminous base, and bespoke X.O glasses arranged in a geometric pattern. Its introduction, timed moments before South Korean artist Gray’s live set, amplified the night’s momentum. This architectural showpiece will soon grace Malaysia’s trendiest clubs and nightlife venues.
Cartier Redefines Its Signature Jewellery Pieces With Enhanced Designs In A New Limited-Edition Collection
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Cartier’s newest limited-edition Clash de Cartier collection reimagines the maison’s signature XL jewellery versions with new materials. The XL versions of the jewellery—such as rings, bracelets and earrings—were first introduced in 2019 with materials such as coral, amazonite and Tahitian pearls. This limited-edition collection, however, showcases the new Cartier jewellery in rose gold, white gold or fully paved diamonds, adorned with gemstones such as chrysoprase and absinthe-green beads, all of which are hand-assembled to enhance the fluidity of the links for wearability.
Gucci Reveals A Holiday Campaign With Signature Pieces Spread Across Four Unique Chapters
Gucci has unveiled its holiday campaign with signature pieces showcased in four evocative chapters to celebrate the festive season. The first chapter, “Stories from The Savoy”, features Gucci’s heritage designs taken from the maison’s inception at The Savoy hotel, with unique pieces like the Bamboo 1947 bags and Jackie 1961 handbags. The second chapter, “To The Mountains”, showcases cozy GG Monogram series for its outerwear and handbags, reflecting serene snow-capped mountains and winter escapades. The third chapter, “Heading Home”, highlights family intimacy with pieces like the GG Marmont velvet and metallic silver as well as pet-inspired accessories. Finally, the fourth chapter, “A Night in Florence”, dazzles with crystal-embellished handbags and Gucci Horsebit jewellery.
Diptyque Reveals New Limited-Edition Almond-Scented Candles
Diptyque introduces a new limited-edition scented candle, Amande (or Almond), which is inspired by the French galette des rois, a traditional cake served in January each year to celebrate Epiphany Day (a Christian feast day). This 190-gram candle blends fruity, crisp notes of smooth almond-infused frangipane custard, giving out a scent of warmth and sweetness to invigorate the festive season. This exclusive scented candle is set to launch on 2 January 2025 at all Diptyque boutiques at a price of RM329 each.
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur Is Offering A Wide Array Of Special New Year’s Eve Celebrations
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur welcomes the new year with a special New Year’s Eve celebration. Guests can indulge at fine dining restaurants such as the Michelin-selected restaurant The Brasserie, with a special Gala Buffet Dinner and fireworks show, or a four-course festive feast at the rooftop restaurant, Crystal, which is also hosting a Countdown Party by the pool. As the celebratory midnight hour approaches, guests can enjoy live entertainment at the Macallan-sponsored Astor Bar. For an intimate option, visitors can opt for an exclusive in-room celebration with comfortable room services and bespoke amenities.
Sunway Resort Hotel Celebrates New Year’s Eve With A Special Countdown Party And Fine Dining Options
Sunway Resort Hotel celebrates the coming of 2025 with a dazzling line-up of events and culinary delights, with the highlight being the Ultimate Countdown at Sunway Hotel’s Grand Lobby—featuring live music, a grand balloon drop, and prizes including hotel stay packages and exclusive dining options. In addition, the hotel is serving the Golden Feast at the Sunset Terrace restaurant with gourmet cuisine such as pineapple-ginger glazed leg of lamb and salmon coulibiac, as well as fireworks show. For a refined dining option, the Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill is serving a curated five-course New Year’s Eve menu with premium dishes like confit duck egg and sea trout with caviar.
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