Author: Solitaire Magazine
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How Puyi Optical Shaped Luxury Eyewear Over the Last 25 Years
Puyi Optical celebrates its 25th anniversary, reflects on its journey and unveils a series of exclusive collaborations. When Puyi Optical opened its doors in 2001, luxury eyewear was entering a new era. Advances in materials, craftsmanship, and design were transforming glasses from functional necessities into highly personal expressions of style. Twenty-five years later, the Hong Kong-founded retailer…
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Timepieces in Spring-Inspired Shades of Pink and Green
With its Escales Autour du Monde pocket watch depicting Mount Fuji and its surroundings in bloom, Louis Vuitton sets the tone for the season – and is joined by a handful of watches dressed in spring-ready shades of pink and green. By Charmian Leong Few brands lean into wanderlust quite like Louis Vuitton. Beyond its…
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3 Luxe Spa Treatments in Shanghai to Restore Mind and Body
Amid Shanghai’s urban bustle, three luxurious spa therapies invite you to pause, breathe and recalibrate through age-old practices and innovative healing techniques. Text by: Luo Jingmei Shanghai is one of the most enticing cities in the world, blending western and eastern culture since the 1800s. Amid the futuristic skyscrapers, colonial-era structures and cacophonous streets, one…
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Switzerland: The Ultimate Winter Wonderland For The Well-Travelled
For the well-travelled, few things rival the refined indulgence of a festive Swiss escape. Text by: Karen Tee From that first breath of fresh icy air to the crunch of fresh powder underfoot, everyone loves a winter holiday. And in Switzerland, that alpine fantasy might just be the most spellbinding of all. Mountains rise in…
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State Property Turns 10: Afzal Imram on Design, Identity and Going Global
Celebrating a decade in the industry, State Property’s Afzal Imram reflects on their identity and where the brand sees itself in the Singapore and global jewellery industry. Text by: Karen Fong For over a decade, State Property has risen to become one of Singapore’s most well-known modern jewellery brands. Their sleek, minimalist, industrial-inspired pieces combine…
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5 Christmas Markets To Visit in Japan This Festive Season 2025
From Tokyo to Yokohama and Osaka, celebrate the holidays at Japan’s top Christmas markets. Text by: Lim Chee Wah Christmas may not be a public holiday in Japan, but the festive spirit is alive and well. These joyous Christmas markets in Tokyo – plus one in nearby Yokohama and another in Osaka – show just…
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Where to Celebrate Christmas in Singapore This December 2025
With Christmas just around the corner, it’s time to plan ahead and make a booking at the following restaurants. Text by: Eris Choo Publico Ristorante & Garden Gather your friends and family and celebrate the year-end holidays at Publico, an Italian dining destination at InterContinental Robertson Quay. Settle in for a leisurely lunch, a lively…
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Discover Guangzhou’s Flavours, Architecture and Nostalgia
Guangzhou pulses with the energy of a modern metropolis. Yet the charm of this destination lies not in a fleeting glance, but in savouring it slowly. Text and photos by CK In the narrow alleys of the Liwan neighbourhood, time-honoured eateries hum with life. And among the colonial villas of Dongshankou, creativity thrive quietly. We…
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Designing with Soul: Inside Atelier V&A’s Dialogue Between Craft and Emotion
Atelier V&A, founded by Singaporean designer Venetia Gu and Australian-Dutch creative Aisha Hillary-Morgan, is more than a design studio. From their atelier, the duo shapes a new narrative for Singaporean craftsmanship, one where furniture, art, and storytelling converge in pieces made to be both lived with and felt. Text by: Young Lim When Venetia Gu…
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Diamonds Meet Sporty Luxury in a New Era of Everyday Jewellery
Luxury maisons are redesigning diamond jewellery with athletic silhouettes, lightweight materials and subtle sparkle made for daily wear. This new sporty-luxe style blends comfort with craftsmanship, reshaping how modern collectors choose and wear their diamonds. Text by: Young Lim A decade of athleisure has changed the way we dress, and now, the way we wear…
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Escape To Malaysia’s Pangkor Laut For The Long Weekend
Opera legend Luciano Pavarotti once called Pangkor Laut “paradise on earth”, and it’s easy to see why. Surrounded by emerald waters and cloaked in rainforest, this private island retreat offers the kind of unspoiled beauty that feels like nature’s own aria. Text by: Eris Choo It’s the perfect island afternoon: swaying palms, golden sands, sound…
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Christine Argillet On Her Personal Experiences with Salvadore Dali
The manager of The Argillet Collection shares about growing up alongside the famous French Surrealist artist. Text by: Luo Jingmei Photography – courtesy of Bruno Gallery It is not everyday that one can take a photograph with Salvadore Dali, but Christine Argillet has taken many. In fact, she has spent plenty of time with the…