For years, Europe’s luxury carmakers could comfort themselves in the face of China’s rapid ascent in the field of affordable electric cars. After all, who could expect to compete with Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi and the rest? Those trims seemed protected by history, engineering prestige and decades of badge power. Things are changing. As the […]
Forbes Life‘s newest watch writer weighs in on those releases dominating the horological zeitgeist – from downsized takes on familiar favourites to crucial new technical breakthroughs. In previous years, insiders tended to alternate between describing the vibe at Watches and Wonders as one that’s either significant or transitional. Truth be told: the reality is probably […]
This week at Watches and Wonders 2026 – the preeminent watch exhibition anywhere in the world – top watch brands pulled out all the stops as they unveiled eye-catching, head-turning new designs, materials and even world firsts. While many brands played it “safe” this year with simple aesthetics, stand-out brands made bold moves to leave […]
The storied German purveyor – of watches, leather goods, and fine writing instruments – puts down roots in the middle of Sydney’s ‘Luxury Mile’. Having traditionally relied upon a nationwide network of third-party retailers, Montblanc is turning a new leaf in 2026 – with the arrival of its first monobrand flagship in Sydney. Set in […]
Cartier, best known for its high jewellery, has long been a significant force in watchmaking, largely due to its emphasis on distinctive case shapes and refined design codes. Models such as the Tank, Santos, Ballon Bleu, Baignoire and Asymétrique have become synonymous with the French luxury house. Hallmarks including Roman numerals, sword-shaped hands and sapphire […]
Volume knobs, once nearly extinct, are popping back up. Brands are quietly reintroducing physical knobs, often framing it as “improved usability”. Touchscreens were supposed to be the great simplifier, the wave of the driving future. One smooth pane of glass to rule climate, audio, navigation, seat settings, drive modes and even the glove compartment. (2025 […]
From a late start in Denmark to the legendary red of Maranello, the 17-year-old Ferrari recruit and her Whoop wearable are out to prove that in the modern paddock, biological data is the ultimate competitive advantage. The face on my screen is framed by the headrest of a moving vehicle, as the bustle of a […]
Goasglas steps up eight weeks after the sudden departure of her predecessor, as TAG Heuer navigates a turbulent stretch at the top and a broader slowdown across the Swiss watch industry. Key Takeaways Key Background Before joining TAG Heuer, Goasglas built a career across digital marketing and luxury retail. She began at Sephora as a […]
Piaget’s boutique at 16 Place Vendôme in Paris has taken on a new look, doubling its original footprint with a design by New York–based architect Rafael de Cárdenas that emphasizes the luxury brand’s heritage through a rich interplay of colors and shapes. While the color palette varies throughout the newly renovated boutique, Benjamin Comar, CEO […]
Newsflash. This is not a new question. In fact, as anyone who tracks luxury travel, luxury products, luxury real estate, and of course, private jets and superyachts will tell you, there are countless companies working hard to provide that one special thing that all of the world’s wealthiest want. So you’d think that chartering a […]