TWIL: Panerai’s Latest Submersible, Watches of Switzerland’s New Retail Space, And More
Catch up on this week’s most noteworthy updates from the universe of luxury.
In our weekly TWIL series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Panerai has a new high-tech Submersible, Watches of Switzerland’s latest location at The Exchange TRX, and Chopard’s marine-themed bracelet with a message of sustainability.
Panerai’s New Submersible Is A Cutting-edge GMT Diver’s Watch With A Distinctive Aesthetic
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The Submersible GMT PAM01495 (RM199,600) is an exemplar of the modern Panerai timepiece: an unabashed 47mm tool watch with a thoroughly contemporary aesthetic. The case is 3D-printed titanium, and is paired with a blue ceramic bezel and a skeleton movement wound via micro-rotor. Calibre P.4001/S is artfully complex, consisting of 341 components and two patents, with a layered architecture that is visually compelling from front and back. It is equipped with a polarised date system that enhances visibility, and a 12-hour GMT hand with accompanying day/night indicator set within the 9 o’clock small seconds. The quickset local hour and seconds reset function, which returns the second hand to the zero position upon pulling the crown, enhances ease-of-use and accurate time-setting.
Watches of Switzerland Inaugurates A New Retail Space At The Exchange TRX
Hosting a curated selection of accessible, unique, and sometimes quirky brands, the new Watches of Switzerland retail space at The Exchange TRX is a must-see for any collector of timepieces. From the tool watch stylings of Sinn to the colourful, offbeat Nomos Glashütte to the showy mechanics of Behrens, as well as the classically inclined Frederique Constant and artistic Louis Erard, the pronounced stylistic variety celebrates the appeal of watchmaking to a broad audience. The 200sqft space is set up as a booth on the mall’s ground floor, right in front of The Hour Glass boutique–of which Watches of Switzerland is a sister brand.
Chopard’s New Bracelet Is Playful Simplicity With A Message Of Sustainability
Conceived by Caroline Scheufele, Chopard’s co-president and artistic director, the Happy Fish bracelet is a simple but playful composition. Crafted in the maison’s 18k ethical rose gold, it takes the form of a bangle capped by two diamond-set circular motifs. One of them holds gold fish that dances freely within, diamonds shimmering like scales—a whimsical, sea-themed take on the maison’s signature Happy Diamonds collection. This piece also serves as a call to action: sales proceeds will go to the Prince Albert II of Monaco foundation, which is committed to environmental protection and the promotion of sustainable development.
The Zeekr X Hits Malaysian Roads As A Smart, Modern, Fully-featured Compact Urban SUV
An active and vibrant urban lifestyle was at the centre of the launch event for the Zeekr X, reflecting the positioning of the all-electric SUV as a practical, high-tech vehicle built for a tech-forward contemporary lifestyle. Some of its more impressive convenience amenities are automatic front doors, a built-in fridge that can be configured for cooling or heating, and a 13-speaker Yamaha sound system. The Flagship AWD variant (RM175,800) has a maximum output of 489bhp, which takes it from 0-100km/h in a nippy 3.7 seconds, with a rated range of 415km. It supports 150kW DC fast charging, which will charge the battery from 10 to 80 per cent in only 30 minutes.
The Montblanc StarWalker Extreme Adds A Dash Of Contemporary Adventurous Spirit To Everyday Writing
The new Montblanc StarWalker Extreme combines two of the brand’s established collections: the StarWalker writing instrument, and the Extreme leather collection. The result is a sharp, modern offering available as a fountain pen, fineliner, and ballpoint pen, each with three editions available. The barrel of each pen features the signature Montblanc Extreme pattern, an interconnected array of straight lines inspired by 1920s Bauhaus styling. On the cap, the iconic Montblanc logo lives as a dome-within-a-dome, set off by an energetic dash of orange.
The collection is supported by coordinated accoutrements for the writer, including a 50ml bottle of ink in blaze orange, a notebook sporting the Extreme pattern, leather pen pouches, and, for a final note of style—cufflinks to match.
Lladró Celebrates Pokémon’s 30th Anniversary With Two Adorable Creations
Limited to just 288 units, the set of Pokémon’s most iconic figures, Pikachu and Eevee, is reinterpreted through Lladró’s language of handcrafted porcelain. The duo are depicted seated on a ledge surrounded by leaves and flowers, crafted entirely by hand, petal by petal, in soft shades of pink, yellow, white, and green, and arranged on a ledge finished in green and warm earth tones. Pikachu and Eevee are composed of 14 and 11 parts respectively, which took over a thousand hours to sculpt, assemble, and ornament.
They will be available as a preview release at Lladró boutiques in Japan. They will later be available at the brand’s authorised retailers and online.
Burberry Takes Over The Standard, Bangkok
From now to 31 July, Burberry transforms the The Standard, Bangkok for the summer, reimagining the signature House Check in a custom yellow, which appears throughout the hotel via poolside cabanas and loungers on the roof to the photo booth in The Parlor. Burberry also draws on Bangkok’s official colour: green, for the takeover logo.
Guests can relax by the pool while enjoying a curated Burberry menu and a selection of ice lollies served from a bespoke cart, or a party featuring a performance by a local artist with friends of the brand.
The Burberry High Summer and Summer 2026 collections will also be available for purchase from the hotel’s boutique.
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