In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Discover a desert oasis at Marrakech’s Amanjena this winter, Louis Vuitton’s latest Escale Platinum timepiece, and more.
Escape The Winter Chill At Marrakech’s Amanjena
There really is no place like Morocco. Its landscape boasts striking contrasts at every turn, from snow-capped mountains to golden desert dunes, as well as a winding coastline. Amanjena is situated in lush greenery, offering a palatial retreat. Elegant pavilions and magnificent pools aside, guests can also explore the enchanting Agafay desert on camelback and marvel at the starlit skies. Alternatively, take to the skies in a helicopter where a scenic picnic awaits in the Atlas Mountains, or engage in a rare desert golfing experience at Marrakech’s finest golf courses.
Louis Vuitton’s Limited Edition Escale Platinum Guilloche And Grand Feu Enamel Dial
The French Maison showcases its commitment to haute horlogerie with the introduction of this unisex timepiece. Its breathtaking blue dial is decorated with guilloché as well as grand feu enamel in two techniques, champleve and flinque, with four artisans, each a master of a different artisanal craft, called upon to create each dial. With a diameter of 39mm and thickness of just 10mm, this exquisite creation has ‘rivet’ lugs that pay tribute to the corner caps of their iconic trunks. The Escale is limited to a mere 50 pieces in platinum.
Minotti’s Zoe Bookcase Is An Interplay Of Geometric Forms
The Zoe bookcase, crafted by Italian architect Hannes Peer, features a chic 1970s vibe that commands attention. With its glossy lacquered frame and wooden or lacquered shelves, the bookcase is composed of different geometric elements that can be taken apart to offer a modular, versatile design. It can transform from a statement wall bookcase to a sculptural room divider, or even a console table.
The Newly Opened Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur
Just a short distance from the iconic Twin Towers stands the city’s newest landmark—a sleek 21-floor retreat housing 312 rooms and suites, along with an open-air infinity saltwater pool with skyline views, a 24-hour fitness centre, and three globally inspired dining destinations. The lobby is a vibrant masterpiece, featuring bold colours and abstract images, brought to life in collaboration with local graffiti artist Jefr. Meanwhile, the rest of the Hyatt Centric’s interiors, designed by Silverfox Studios, blend clean, contemporary lines—an ode to the city’s industrial heritage—with warm, inviting tones that exude sophistication.
Versace’s Biggie Collection Features Golden Medusa Details And Low-Lens Shapes
Versace’s Biggie sunglasses collection pays homage to the legacy of the late rapper Notorious B.I.G, with sunglasses that merge street style and luxury fashion. These sunglasses feature the signature golden Medusa medallion, a low-lens shape, and wide sunglasses temples. The standout piece in the collection is the VE4480U sunglasses for its cat-eye design and sleek black frames, while the VE4361 sunglasses features the modern low-lens silhouette in light grey mirrored lens tones.
