The SolitaireLuxe team arrives in Hong Kong for the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, held at the iconic Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. One of the largest jewellery show in Asia, the exhibition is divided into five categories: fine jewellery, antique and vintage jewellery, jade jewellery, jewellery accessories, tools and…
Monkey-inspired timepieces
Those born in the Year of Monkey are said to be competitive, ambitious, and at times mischievous. Ninth out of 12 of the Chinese zodiac animals, monkeys can also be passionate lovers with the right partner. Watchmaking artisans have picked up on the theme and are presenting iconic luxury timepieces.…
IWC Schaffhausen
IWC Schaffhausen launched its new Pilot’s Watches collection at the recent Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) watch show in Geneva, surrounded by some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. A-list celebrities including Hollywood actress and brand ambassador Rosamund Pike, Hilary Swank, Christoph Waltz, Scott Eastwood, Chris…
SIHH 2016 Highlights
The grand masters of the watchmaking industry pulled out all the stops at the recent Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) 2016 in Geneva. A splendid synthesis of high jewellery and artful mechanics, the show highlighted exquisitely-embellished timepieces that are also big on functionality and practicality. As there can’t…
Cooper Hewitt Exhibition
Beauty lies in the eye of the beholder. Or does it? Find out with a stimulating experience at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum. With captivating exhibits by some of the world’s leading contemporary designers, the Cooper Hewitt Design Triennial exhibition returns for its fifth year this February. Entitled…
Bags and Chains
Epitomising the paradox of life, the chain has been a symbol of both eternal love and human suffering. Gold jewellery adorned the necks of kings and leaders and expressed enduring human affection, while metal balls and chains inflicted pain and misery among prisoners. Today, the chain is a perennial and…
AP Millenary
After surviving two world wars, the 1930s stock market crash, and the 1970s ‘quartz crisis’, Audemars Piguet has retained its status as one of the world’s most iconic horological brands. By continuously innovating, honouring tradition, and dedicating itself to quality craftsmanship, its timepieces have become symbols of the finest level…
Montblanc SIHH Gala Dinner
Montblanc hosted a VIP cocktail party and dinner at the historic Hotel des Eaux-Vives at this year’s SIHH in Geneva. Brand ambassadors Hugh Jackman, Charlotte Casraghi, and Guey Lun Mei joined friends and family of Montblanc in the celebration. The décor featured a display of model ships, reminiscent of the…
JLC 85th Anniversary
Ever since the creation of the Reverso watch in 1931, the world of polo has been closely affiliated with Jaeger-LeCoultre. Now in its 85th year, Jaeger-LeCoultre hosted an exclusive dinner last December at Palacio Sans Souci in Buenos Aires, ahead of the 122nd Argentine Polo Open. As the event’s official…
V’Day Gifts for Him
Valentine’s gift-giving can be arduous. Take heed and celebrate your other half with a little something he won’t see coming. We’ve listed a few of our picks that celebrate both style and functionality for the special man in your life.
