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Nicolas Bos: having steered Van Cleef & Arpels to incredible success since 2000, he will now oversee all the Richemont brands. Photo: Van Cleef & Arpels

Richemont’s new CEO Nicolas Bos on his 25 years at Van Cleef & Arpels

He closed out his 25 years at Van Cleef & Arpels with a last high jewellery collection, an homage to Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island

The viral Instagram fan accounts supporting fashion’s most famous names

The hottest tastemakers attended Style’s party at the Regent Hong Kong with BMW

5 can’t-miss shopping opportunities in Hong Kong this weekend, Nov 15-17

Look out for Jellycat toys at its new shop, clothes from the Levi’s x Clot joint series, presents from a Christmas fair, and more.

The collaborative clothing line from Levi’s and Clot is just one of the shopping highlights in Hong Kong this weekend, as well as Jellycat’s new outlet in Causeway Bay and a new make-up line from Dolce & Gabbana.

Animal prints are a bold rejection of the quiet luxury trend

Carmela Soprano and Fran Fine in The Nanny are two famous on-screen fans, while Nicolas Ghesquière’s Louis Vuitton leads the pack of brands getting into the look.

How colourful Y2K beaded jewellery is making a sophisticated comeback

Taylor Swift brought back the friendship bracelet, which millennials will remember from the playground – now, designers are creating luxe versions of the playful, nostalgic baubles.

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Cartier’s new exhibition in Shanghai blends high jewellery with Chinese art

Featuring over 300 pieces, the show draws inspiration from Chinese dragons, antiques and motifs, and highlights the use of lesser-known traditional Chinese techniques in the works of Cartier.

Chinese-Singaporean actress Gong Li and French actress and filmmaker Mélanie Laurent at “Cartier, the Power of Magic”, which opened at Shanghai Museum East in November. Photos: Handout

Style Edit: Chopard’s sustainably sourced Ice Cube high jewellery collection

Hadid was shot by British fashion photographer Charlotte Wales wearing the Bauhaus-inspired collection – its choker, bracelet and rings all featuring cubes of gold and diamond.

Style Edit: Noble Panacea goes red in this new Kelly Rutherford collaboration

Céline Talabaza, CEO of Noble Panacea, believes that Rutherford, the skincare brand’s tastemaker in residence, brings the taste, diligence and inner strength that have inspired the limited edition packaging.

Style Edit: Louis Vuitton’s cruise 2025 show at Gaudí’s Park Güell in Barcelona

Juxtaposing Ghesquière’s sharp tailoring against Gaudí‘s whimsical architecture, the collection showcased vibrant colours, bold silhouettes, and nods to 80s party aesthetics and cowboy chic.

Juxtaposing Nicolas Ghesquière’s sharp tailoring against the whimsical architecture of Antoni Gaudí‘s Park Güell in Barcelona, Louis Vuitton’s cruise 2025 collection showcased vibrant colours, bold silhouettes, and nods to 80s party aesthetics and cowboy chic. Photos: Handout

Explainer | How have beautiful brows evolved? From Pamela Anderson to Zendaya

From understanding your natural shape to choosing the right products and techniques, here’s everything to know for flawlessly groomed arches

From Pamela Anderson to Zendaya, how have beautiful brows evolved over the decades? Photo: WireImage

Pink watches continue to blossom in the wake of Barbiecore

Ryan Gosling rocked a pink Tag Heuer Carrera Date, Idris Elba and Stormzy got with the trend too, and Tudor and Carl F. Bucherer were 2 more brands to join the pink parade

L’Oreal strengthens China supply chain to reduce risk of disruption

‘We are working on this programme of localisation, trying to produce as much as we can, where we can in China,’ executive says.

5 can’t-miss shopping opportunities in Hong Kong this weekend

Mall puts on fun for its soft opening, a much anticipated sneaker collaboration hits shelves and a Hong Kong jewellery brand has a new line.

The Nike x Wu-Tang Clan Dunk, out November 9, is just one of the exciting shopping opportunities in Hong Kong this weekend, along with the soft-opening of a huge mall in Wan Chai, and Clinique’s new line of skincare products in partnership with Hello Kitty. Photo: Nike

Style shoot: The Tiffany Céleste collection’s archival inspiration

Tiffany & Co.’s current chief artistic officer for jewellery and high jewellery is Nathalie Verdeille who burrowed into the brand’s archives to revisit classic pieces.

The Tiffany Céleste high jewellery collection is inspired by the sketches of the brand’s legendary designer of the 50s, 60s and 70s, Jean Schlumberger. Photos: Peter Siskos

How to Style like Got7’s BamBam with the help of Sacai and Fear of God

Here’s how to mimic the stylish utilitarian look the Thai K-pop idol wore to the Diesel x Won Soju collaboration event in Seoul.

Nicole Richie’s style evolution, from The Simple Life days to luxury looks

Richie burst onto our screens as a ditsy, privileged blonde in The Simple Life, going for wild, tacky and revealing looks – but through the years, she’s refined her style from boho chic to designer

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Bulgari banks on Chinese consumers to fuel luxury growth as economy improves

The Italian fashion brand in the LVMH stable bets on a recovery in the next two years with a plan to open more mainland stores.

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Bulgari goods on display at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai. Photo: LVMH

The truth behind Trump watches: Rolex rivals or overpriced knock-offs?

The US president-elect’s latest venture – a line of luxury watches featuring his name, image and likeness – has sparked controversy, with experts questioning their price and manufacturing origin.

Rounding off your look: hoop earrings an enduring classic

Dating back to ancient times, this most classic of all jewellery designs continues to be part of collections today, including pieces by the likes of Cartier, Bottega Veneta and Messika

Recap | Check out the styles of NewJeans singer Haerin, Serena Williams, Felix of Stray Kids, Lewis Hamilton and more

Discover how some of the biggest stars from the worlds of K-pop, film and sport achieve their looks and get pointers on how to emulate them with our style guides.

Haerin of girl group NewJeans is seen departing for Dior’s autumn 2024 collection show, at Incheon International Airport, in April, in Incheon, South Korea. Photo: WireImage

Recap | From Rihanna and Selena Gomez to Kylie Jenner and Gwyneth Paltrow, discover which celebrities have their own beauty brands

The world of beauty and lifestyle brands seems to have been cornered by celebrities, movie stars and the big names of the music industry. Even male celebrities are getting in on the act. Find out who has launched their own brands, and how they are faring in a crowded market.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop started out as a homespun newsletter in 2008 and has grown into a multimillion-dollar beauty, fashion, wellness and lifestyle brand. Photo: AFP

Explainer | What are the different make-up brushes – and how do you pick the best one?

Mastering make-up begins with the right tools – read on for the essential brushes you need in your arsenal, along with expert tips on technique and brush care for long-lasting performance

Chanel’s highly anticipated 2024-2025 cruise show lands in Hong Kong

Chanel’s Bruno Pavlovsky reiterated the brand’s commitment to its loyal client base – a short starring Angela Yuen and Benjamin Voisin was also created for the show.

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How sweet, food-inspired Y2K fragrances are making a comeback

Verging on cloying in the Y2K days, gourmand fragrances are back with greater sophistication, from Jean Paul Gaultier’s Divine to Byredo’s Rouge Chaotique

Verging on cloying in the Y2K days, gourmand fragrances are back with greater sophistication, from Jean Paul Gaultier’s Divine (pictured) to Byredo’s Rouge Chaotique. Photos: Handout

What are the best gentle alternatives to retinol? From bakuchiol to rosehip oil

Bakuchiol, rosehip oil, azelaic acid and niacinamide all offer at least some of the benefits of retinol without the redness and flaking that some users suffer from

Bakuchiol, rosehip oil, azelaic acid and niacinamide all offer many of the benefits of retinol without the redness and flaking that some users suffer from. Photo: Beekman

How to Style like K-pop sensation Jeon Somi, mixing denim with prints

The ‘Birthday’ singer rocked up to a film premiere in Seoul dressed in luxe streetwear – cop the laid-back yet put-together look with these high-quality staples.

Meet Valentina Sampaio, the trans model making history with Victoria’s Secret

The Brazilian model was studying fashion design when she was discovered by a make-up artist; she’s made a career of history-making appearances and is a staunch advocate of LGBT rights.

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9 September, 2024
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