Luxury goods holding company, Richemont, named Nicolas Bos, CEO of Van Cleef & Arpels, to the reestablished role of CEO, effective June 1. In addition, Bram Schot was appointed as non-executive deputy chairman of the Richemont board, effective September 11. The chief executive position has been vacant for nearly a decade. The appointment comes at […]
If you are fortunate enough to own a second home in the $1 million to $50 million range, ThirdHome has a deal for you. You can list your home with them, and in return get access to stays at 17,000 similar homes, boats and private islands around the world. As the company puts it, ThirdHome positions itself […]
As we raise a glass to World Whisky Day over the weekend, we delve into a curated selection of whiskies that exemplify the art and innovation of distilling. From traditional Scotch to contemporary Australian spirits, these seven bottles each bring a unique story and flavour profile to the party. Archie Rose Single Malt Whisky – […]
Landscaper to the rich and famous, Michael Bates, reveals why his techie clients get down in the weeds and why property people like their plants big. This article featured in issue 10 of Forbes Australia. Tap here to secure your copy. Michael Bates, author of The New Australian Garden, has designed and built backyards for […]
A new oversized coffee-table book about watches has just made its way to market and it is bound to be riveting for any timepiece enthusiast. The Connoisseur’s Guide to Fine Timepieces, created by European Watch Company and published by the renowned Assouline, is a more-than-300-page anthology of some of the most desirable watches ever built. […]
Maserati has officially unveiled the all-new GranTurismo in Australia, marking the return of one of its iconic models. The latest in luxury from the Italian manufacturer comes in the form of a monster Grand Tourer, available in both a coupe and soft-top, but be warned – this one does not come cheap. On a wet […]
From having a dream to build a flying car, a kid from the bush has developed a unique aircraft using 19th-century inspiration and 21st-century green tech that might revolutionise regional Australian aviation, air rescue and natural disaster response. Out the back paddock when he was about seven years old, Andrew Moore says he had an […]
Renowned for its rich history and stunning architecture, Florence is a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. From Michelangelo’s David and the Duomo, one of the largest churches in the world with its famous Brunelleschi-designed dome, to fashion museums from Gucci and Ferragamo and fabulous Tuscan food (including gelato), Florence offers endless opportunities for exploration […]
Archewell, the charity foundation launched by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, has been declared delinquent. Markle and Prince Harry have let the official registration fees for their charity, Archewell, lapse, according to a letter from the California Attorney General, Rob Bonta, making it delinquent. The letter stated the charity, which launched in 2020, failed to […]
The Only Watch Auction, held in Geneva, didn’t shatter any world records, but at least it happened. The 10th edition of the Only Auction, which raises funds for Duschene Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), was originally scheduled for November 2023, but had to be postponed due to controversy. It came under fire on social media by individuals who […]