In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news around the world. This week’s highlights: Ducati and Lamborghini partner up, Roger Vivier brings Paris to Singapore, and Dior Skin Essentials
Journey into the Highlands
Set in the heart of Perthshire in the Scottish Highlands, is Dun Aluinn, a design-forward retreat combining the luxurious services of a world-class hotel with the warmth and privacy of a private, historic house. Popular for special occasions of any kind, it is also known for its exclusive experiences, which now includes Beyond the Tartan – A Journey into the Heart of the Highlands. Over four days and three nights, the all-inclusive experience will introduce guests to Scotland’s rich cultural heritage, craftsmanship and striking landscape, as well as a deep cultural immersion in Aberfeldy, where they will meet the locals shaping the region’s future. This includes a whisky tasting, highland safari adventure, and candlelit exploration of a 16th-century castle. Starts at £2,300 a person for a group of 18.
Victoria and Albert Museum makes a dedication to Cartier
From now until 16 November 2025, the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) will stage the UK’s first major exhibition in almost 30 years. Dedicated to Cartier’s jewels and watches, the show is an exploration of how the Maison became the “jeweller of kings and the king of jewellers”. Designed by British architect and artist Asif Khan MBE, the exhibition charts the evolution of Cartier’s legacy of art, design and craftsmanship since the turn of the 20th century, and will feature the most impressive range of precious jewels, historic gemstones, iconic watches and clocks from the V&A and Cartier Collection. This includes unseen drawings and works lent by His Majesty The King from the Royal Collection.
A rewarding first quarter
It’s only April, but YTL Hotels has earned itself nine prestigious accolades across select properties in Malaysia, Thailand and the UK. Rewarding its unwavering commitment to excellence and shaping the future of hospitality, these well-deserving properties include The Glasshouse, Edinburgh (Forbes Travel Guide 2025 U.S. Star Awards), Pangkor Laut Resort, Malaysia (DestinAsian 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards), and The Majestic Malacca, Malaysia (Style Magazine Best Eight Hotels in Malacca).
Better together
Ducati and Lamborghini, two iconic brands of world-class Italian excellence, have come together once again to launch the Ducati Panigale V4 Lamborghini. Presented at the Milan Design Week, the bike draws inspiration from the revolutionary Lamborghini Revuelto, sharing not just its spirit of extreme sporting performance and exclusivity, but stylistic elements such as iconic livery, forged rims and carbon fibre components.
Roger Vivier’s height of summer
Thanks to Roger Vivier, you can now experience a little Parisian summer by making a quick trip to the mall. With stores at Takashimaya (now until 5 May 2025) and Marina Bay Sands (7 to 19 May 2025) full decked out, the brand is proud to showcase its high summer 2025 collection. Otherwise known as Un Été à Paris, the collection radiates with joy in the form of bedazzled wicker bags, playful fisherman sandals, Belle Vivier buckled slingbacks and more.
Skin essentials
Dior has reinvented the skincare essential, creating a universal product range for skin of various types and lifestyles. As part of the Dior Skin Essentials campaign, products include La Mousse Off/On, an indispensable cleanser that hydrates, strengthens and reduces the visibility of pores; Le Baume, a travel-friendly formula that repairs and nourishes the hands, lips and other dry areas; as well as a new edition of Eye Patches, a powerful cure for those awful dark circles. Currently available on the Dior Online Boutique, the range will soon arrive at all Dior Beauty Boutiques and Counters this 1 May 2025.
In case you missed it:
Van Cleef & Arpels dazzles Watches & Wonders
An all-new movement in the Bal des Amoureux, vibrant new colours for the Pont des Amoureux, and a gem-set interpretation of the historical Cadenas are amongst the new releases unveiled by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Robb Reader: Driving golf forward with Mark Bates
The director of golf and business development at Laguna National shares the club’s role in shaping Singapore’s golfing landscape.
Crown Towers Sydney: The monarch of the skyline
Soaring above the New South Wales capital as its tallest landmark and Australia’s fourth highest building, Crown Towers Sydney is an ultra-luxury hotel, offering a sky-high sanctuary with breathtaking views as its backdrop.
Featured photo by Dun Aluinn
