Editor-in-chief of Town & Country magazine and editorial director of Elle Décor, Stellene Volandes on writing her second book, fun titles, and her new carnelian pendant. JEWELS THAT MADE HISTORY: 100 STONES, MYTHS, AND LEGENDS, Author: Stelle Volandes, Publisher: Rizzoli She explains it all in the introduction to her book.…
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MARK OF EXCELLENCE
Ownership of a BMW has its privileges. Much more so if you own the BMW 8 Series, BMW 7 Series, or the BMW X7, which qualifies you to be a member of the exclusive BMW Excellence Club. For many, owning a BMW is a sign of success – but it’s…
A SUCCESS STORY
For almost a century, Italian jewellery brand FOPE has grown from strength to strength. It even successfully launched a new collection in the midst of a global pandemic. What is the secret to its success? Diego Nardin, the brand’s CEO, tells us more “The Italian spirit manifests itself through FOPE’s…
THE WORLD OF OBJET D’EMOTION
Valery Demure of Objet d’Emotion talks about transforming her dream jewellery retail concept into a reality Objet d’Emotion is a fine jewellery shopping platform curated by Valery Demure. Founded in October 2018, it presents a selection of talented jewellery artists and aims to connect jewellery lovers with up-and-coming designers. Demure,…
FIVE MINUTES WITH AMANDA WU, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AT MIKIMOTO
Tell us about your earliest memory of Mikimoto. I am a fashion enthusiast and obsessive about a lot of different brands including Mikimoto. Mikimoto is a very unique international brand, and its vision and philosophy allows me to broaden my exposure and horizons to this jewellery brand with over 100…
FABULOUS FEASTS: JUN/JUL 2020
Once lockdown measures are eased and lifted, these are the top tables and new menus worth the indulgence Enlightened at LUMO Touting itself as a “beacon of light and respite”, LUMO is a new bar and restaurant that looks to positivity and creativity as its raison d’etre. The 70-seater watering…
THE ACCIDENTAL AUCTIONEER
How did Connie Huang, a former advertising and marketing professional, become Tiancheng International Auctioneer Limited’s Head of Jewellery Department? For Connie Huang, Tiancheng International Auctioneer Limited’s Head of Jewellery Department, looking back at her career as a jewellery specialist is especially interesting. Not only does it make her more aware…
#STAYHOME SERIES: LEARN ABOUT GEMS, CRAFTSMANSHIP, AND JEWELLERY IN ART
In order to use the time spent at home wisely, Van Cleef & Arpels encourages us to learn and stay curious by sharing and fostering the culture of jewellery, all while supporting art and education L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, with the support of High Jewelry Maison Van Cleef &…
#STAYHOME SERIES: RECREATE YOUR FAVOURITE HOTEL EXPERIENCES
Hotels have always played an important role in bringing our indulgences to life. Even if you have no travel plans, you can always swing by a swanky hotel in your city and fulfill a fantasy, even for just a few hours. Right now, visiting a hotel with family and friends…
#STAYHOME SERIES: 3 PRODUCTIVE THINGS TO DO WHILE SOCIAL DISTANCING
Learn new skills through an online masterclass You’ve clocked in more hours than you’ve had to while in your work-from-home state and now you’re being told to sit down some more. Well, the great thing about taking an online class is that you can do it in your own time.…
