“The Mediterranean Blue,” a 10.3-carat fancy vivid blue diamond sold for $21.5 million during Sotheby’s sale of High Jewelry in Geneva on Tuesday. It was not only the top lot of the sale, but it was the marquee item during the series of jewelry auctions held in Geneva. The bidding for the cushion modified brilliant-cut […]
The renowned Australian wine critic is set to sell the last 100 lots of his personal collection, located in the Yarra Valley’s Coldstream Hills, as he relocates to Sydney. James Halliday is set to auction off the last of his private wine collection as the renowned critic and author relocates to Sydney. It’s the second […]
The philanthropic power of some of Australia’s most prominent figures in business and beyond was on display over the weekend, with the Silver Party banking $3.7 million in funds for the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation. Key Takeaways Big number $3.7 million. That’s how much money was raised for the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation. Since the […]
There are two phases to test driving a supercar. The first is the anticipation of its arrival – knowing you’re going to make a giant leap from ordinary, functional vehicles to “the Mighty Mac” as the Artura became known before and during its 3-day weekend test, and feeling that delicious excitement as the great day […]
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, Forbes Australia has curated an elegant selection of luxurious, last-minute gifts to celebrate the women who matter most. Carrière Frères Rose Menthe Diffuser: $119 Handcrafted in France, this elegant diffuser by Carrière Frères combines fresh, vegetal notes of spearmint with the delicate, powdery scent of rose, offering a luxurious aroma perfect […]
Disney will build a new theme park in Abu Dhabi in conjunction with local company Miral, the company announced Wednesday, becoming the global media giant’s seventh theme park around the world. Key Facts What We Don’t Know Disney has provided few details so far about the new theme park, such as what attractions it will […]
In a surprise move, Tiffany & Co. introduces a new chapter in its storied watch design legacy with the launch of the Rope watch – equipped with cutting-edge solar-powered technology. Paying homage to Jean Schlumberger’s iconic rope motif—first developed in the mid-20th century—this new jewelry watch deftly blends form and function. Offered in two versions […]
Men’s and women’s watches were prominent on the wrists of the invited guests, who ranged from two members of the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles to WNBA basketball stars to award-winning actors. For the first time since 2003, the Met Gala held Monday at the Metropolitan Museum of Art had a men’s style theme: “Superfine: […]
What happens when you mix high watchmaking with fashion’s most pampered pet? Hublot’s newest campaign – that marks the 20th anniversary of its famed Big Bang — has the answer, and it’s definitely unexpected. Using a tag line of “Own it,” Hublot brings in a famous feline to showcase its Big Bang Red Magic watch: […]
The DBX 707 was breathtakingly fast for an SUV, but the luxury British giant has upped the game with its latest Aston Martin DBX S. The DBX 707 produced 697bhp and 900Nm giving it a 310bhp/tonne power-to-weight figure, the same as a KTM X-Bow. It cracked 0-to-62mph in 3.3 seconds and barrelled to 193mph. The new DBX S produces […]