A bidding war over a purple velvet gown that belonged to Princess Diana pushed the dress to sell for more than US$600,000 on Friday, reaching five times higher than its pre-auction estimate to become the most valuable of the late royal’s gowns ever sold at auction. Key Facts Four bidders competed for the gown for […]
Two brothers from New Zealand, both qualified dental surgeons, decided to sink their teeth into the world of luxury leather goods. When it came to fixing teeth, the creative spirit was not fulfilled for Omar and Zane Sabre. Their entrepreneurial spirit had lain dormant for some years as they studied and worked as dental surgeons […]
A Sydney entrepreneur who is a global leader in destination weddings helps couples have the wedding of their dreams – anywhere on the planet. Wendy Daoud El-Khoury was working in banking when her brother bought a wedding venue in Western Sydney and asked her to help him out on the weekends. She found herself captivated […]
Maximilian Riedel is RIEDEL’s 11th-generation chief executive officer – the world-renowned luxury glassware business with Austrian roots. Riedel reveals the challenges the 266-year-old business faces – and the opportunities. Maximilian Riedel isn’t a regular CEO – he is a cool CEO. His personal Instagram page, which boasts nearly 230,000 followers (his company, RIEDEL, has about […]
With borders open and travellers keen to make the most of destinations all over the world, Forbes Life looks at the mix on offer. Maroma, a Belmond Hotel, will reopen on the Riviera Maya, south of Cancun, Mexico. Set on 200 acres (81 hectares) of lush tropical jungle and the white sands of Mexico’s Caribbean […]
Leah Purcell has brought extraordinary First Nations’ stories to light in an incredible career on stage and screen. The value of blood and culture: Multi-award-winning playwright, actor, director, screenwriter and producer Leah Purcell has brought extraordinary First Nations’ stories to light in an incredible career on stage and screen. Purcell reveals it’s her people, her […]
Once upon a time, no one knew what an influencer was. Tara Whiteman wrote the blueprint. When Tara Whiteman started posting photos of her meals at local cafes in Sydney on Instagram, she didn’t realise that what she was doing could become her full-time job. Back in 2014, the term ‘influencer’ was little known. The […]
Marc Newson is one of the most influential designers of his generation. He’s behind the famous Embryo Chair and the Lockheed Lounge; he was previously the creative director for Qantas, and; he helped design the Apple Watch. But Newson says much of his work is about problem-solving. What are the most important considerations when you […]
Louis Vuitton’s SEE LV has hit Aussie shores. It’s hard to miss the futuristic, giant blue brick that suddenly appeared in Sydney a few weeks ago. The main reason being that nearly every tourist and Sydneysider who had been enjoying a nice sunny stroll along Circular Quay were now making a beeline towards the pop-up […]
Monika Tu shares her personal style tips with Forbes Australia. Who is your style icon? Pretty much myself. Sorry! I always have a purpose for what I wear, and I’m always comfortable. How would you describe your style? My style is comfortable to start with, and it’s always using the best materials to really make […]