In our weekly TWIL series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Omega’s 2026 timepiece in commemoration of its partnership with the Winter Olympics, Swiss Watch’s annual exhibition of renowned Swiss watchmakers, the very first wine festival in Kuala Lumpur, and more.
Introducing The Omega Speedmaster Milano Cortina 2026
Omega has been the official timekeeper of the Olympics since 1932 in Los Angeles, and its first foray into the Winte Olympics was in 1936 at Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. The next edition of the Winter events begins in Milan on 6 February 2026, and, of course, Omega will be timing all 116 events—including ski mountaineering, which will be a first. To commemorate this ongoing partnership and the upcoming Winter Olympics, Omega has recently released the Speedmaster Milano Cortina 2026. It has a fully polished stainless steel case in 38mm, as well as a blue ceramic bezel ring that has a tachymeter in white enamel. Milan Cortina 2026 elements on the timepiece include the medallion stamped the caseback, and the font used for the date display at 6 o’clock. Then, the white varnished dial overlaid with a light blue frosting, and the sub-dials, finished with an exclusive azurage technique, harken to the sporting excellence and winter elegance of the Winter Olympics. This Speedy is powered by the self-winding Co-Axial Calibre 3330, which has 52 hours of power reserve.
Vacheron Constantin’s Three New Interpretations Of Grand Lady Kalla
The watchmaker expands its legacy of jewellery timepieces with three new interpretations of the Grand Lady Kalla, adding coloured gemstones to the High Jewellery model introduced in 2024. Celebrating a heritage stretching back to early gem-set watches of the 19th century, the collection continues a lineage that began with the celebrated Kallista of 1979. Each variant pairs white diamonds with either emeralds set in platinum, or sapphires and rubies set in white gold, complemented by Akoya pearls and polished ornamental stone beads. Each model comprises four fully gem-set components: a watch, a jewel piece, a three-row rivière-style bracelet, and an 85cm sautoir necklace, allowing the wearer to configure the set in four different ways using hidden, tool-free mechanisms. Emerald-cut stones emphasise clarity and architectural brilliance, while a central sugarloaf-cut gemstone on the jewel piece offers depth and rarity. Presented with original designer gouache and certification, Grand Lady Kalla exemplifies Vacheron Constantin’s 270-year pursuit of technical and artistic excellence.
Introducing Franck Muller’s Round Triple Mystery
The trilogy is complete. The Triple Mystery is the third step in the evolution of Franck Muller‘s Mystery watches. The first contained a single rotating disc that displayed the hour only. Two years later, the Double Mystery was introduced, which added a second rotating disc for minutes. Now, a third rotating disc indicating seconds comes to the Triple Mystery. Adding this third disc wasn’t as simple as one might assume, as its rapid rotation warrants significant power while also ensuring precision. Thus, the entire seconds disc is skeletonised, made of aluminium, and weighs just 0.052g—including a 0.003g diamond. The Round Triple Mystery is 39mm in diameter, 10.05mm in depth, and is available in an 18-carat rose gold or a white gold case. It has a bidirectional automatic movement, and 42 hours of power reserve. The case is hand-set with 120 brilliant-cut diamonds, while the dial is also hand-set with 237 brilliant-cut diamonds. In addition, the Round Triple Mystery has a variation featuring a case with 80 brilliant-cut diamonds as well as 48 baguette-cut diamonds on the bezel.
Swiss Watch’s Art Of Time Exhibition Returns For Its 11th Edition
The signature event is back at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, captivating Malaysian watch lovers with an immersive showcase featuring over 15 Swiss watchmakers, from now until 9 November 2025. The event also marks the start of Swiss Watch’s milestone 25th anniversary. Headlined by Bell & Ross, Bovet, Breitling, Bvlgari, TAG Heuer, TUDOR and Zenith, Art of Time 2025 presents unique creations, one of which is the Reservoir X Popeye Malaysia edition, a special collaboration between Swiss Watch and Reservoir that celebrates Malaysia’s beloved sport, badminton. This collector’s timepiece features a 41.5mm stainless steel case housing an automatic movement with a 56-hour power reserve, engineered for the same precision and energy as the sport it celebrates. Its jumping hour and retrograde minute functions mirror the dynamic, calculated rhythm of a badminton rally, while the vibrant dial depicts Popeye mid-match on a badminton court, racket in hand, ready to strike.
Swiss Watch’s Art Of Time Exhibition 2025
Kuala Lumpur Welcomes Its Very First KL Wine Festival
The one-day-only event is set to take place within the heart of the city at The Godown Arts Centre on 29 November 2025, bringing together 17 producers from across Europe, Australia and China into one dynamic space. Guests can engage with local wine connoisseurs, casual drinkers, and trade professionals, as well as savour artisanal wines, the finest from tasting booths, and exciting pop-up collaborations with local culinary partners, including Universal Bakehouse, Atelier Binchotan, and One Half Roastery. KLWF is also supported by retail partner Vyne, which will host a dedicated retail space, giving visitors the chance to take their favourite bottles home. lyf Chinatown Kuala Lumpur is also onboard as a hotel partner, offering exclusive stay rates for KLWF attendees. KLWF will be held on 29 November 2025, from 2pm to 8pm, with tickets starting at RM180 per person or RM495 for a group of three.
To purchase a ticket, visit the website.
Regent Hong Kong And Shake Shack Meld Comfort Food With Five-Star Sophistication
From 12 November to 12 December 2025, the hotel’s The Lobby Lounge presents an elevated version of Shake Shack’s signature Shack Burger: the Foie Grass Shack. Built on a pillowy potato bun, layered with a juicy Angus beef patty, creamy melted Gruyere cheese, and rich foie gras torchon, Regent Hong Kong reimagines the comfort meal, serving familiarity and indulgence with every bite. To mark the launch, the first 100 guests who enjoy any Foie Gras Shack will receive an exclusive special-edition goodie bag, co-designed by Shake Shack and Regent Hong Kong—a collector’s keepsake from this pioneering promotion. The Foie Grass Shack is priced at HK$195, and goes up to HK$410 with the addition of another Angus beef patty and the Shack Caviar Fries.
For reservations, visit the website.
The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Adds An Extra Performance of Swan Lake by Popular Demand
Tchaikovsky’s score for Swan Lake, which first made its debut in 1877, has redefined the role of music in ballet, transforming it from a mere accompaniment to a narrative force through its haunting and romantic melodies. This December, the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra—as part of the highly-anticipated Ballet Festival—will present the enchanting tale of Prince Siegfried, who falls in love with Odette, a princess cursed by an evil sorcerer to be a swan by day and only returning to her true form for several hours at night. The festival will feature the National Classical Ballet of Moscow and will be led by Stanislav Kochanovsky, a distinguished Russian conductor. Tickets are priced from RM329 to RM699 with shows on 5 and 6 December (Friday and Saturday) at 8.00pm; the added date’s performance is on 7 December (Sunday) at 3.00pm. The Nutcracker, also featuring the music of Tchaikovsky, will be presented on 12 and 13 December (Friday and Saturday) at 8.00pm.
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Enjoy Great Deals During The Space Furniture Sale This Month
Space Furniture has been showcasing the very finest in products for homes and interiors since 1993 in its showrooms in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. From now until 1 December 2025, the atelier is hosting a sale, where customers can get discounts of up to 50 per cent off. From furniture and lighting to accessories and other world-class items, an extensive range of objets d’art will be offered at discounted prices. Visit Space Furniture’s website or their nearest store for more details and information, and to learn more about the amazing savings from brands such as Baxter, B&B Italia, Maxalto, Edra, and more.
Robb Report India Celebrated Its Inaugural Issue With An Exclusive Experience At The Leela Palace, Udaipur
The latest member of the Robb Report international family feted its very first issue with its very first Robb Report Experience—The Royal Soiree. It was held at one of the most adored luxury properties in India, which is under the umbrella of the country’s only institutionally owned and managed luxury hospitality company. The Robb Report India team thoughtfully curated a 12-hour itinerary for guests to enjoy the very finest from the universe of luxury within the grounds of The Leela Palace. Guests from India’s worlds of art, design, fashion, and hospitality enjoyed private candlelight performances, opportunities to engage in direct conversations with industry leaders, as well as sumptuous cuisine from the luxury hotel.
