In our weekly series, we bring you the latest luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Maison Margiela x Gentle Monster, Burberry x Smythson, the Amangati is heading to the Caribbean
Vacheron Constantin unveils Métiers d’Art The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac – Year of the Goat
Vacheron Constantin is already thinking about 2027, unveiling two new métiers d’art watches to mark the Year of the Goat. Both feature a hands-free display, allowing a handsome goat at the centre to take all the focus. The dial was created using a mix of relief engraving, micro-painting, and grand feu enameling, making it a true work of art for the wrist. Driven by the in-house self-winding Calibre 2460 G4, the watches eschew traditional displays in favour of four apertures around the dial periphery showing trailing hours and minutes, plus jumping day of the week and date. It will be limited to 50 pieces (25 in pink gold and 25 in platinum). Price on request.
Maison Margiela and Gentle Monster launch collaborative eyewear
As a collaboration that’s meant to be, Maison Margiela and Gentle Monster have gotten together once more, unveiling a fourth collection just last week. Centred around the theme of Deconstruction, the 68-piece collection of sunglasses and optical frames appear crushed and modified. Oversized eyewear conceal the face while augmenting the wearer’s field of vision, while slim styles feature stitches woven as though floating over the frames’ edges.
Maison Margiela x Gentle Monster
Franck Muller partners with Kapoor Watch Co. in tribute to Ram Lalla
Franck Muller has introduced the Vanguard “Ram Lalla” Limited Edition in collaboration with Kapoor Watch Co., bringing together Swiss watchmaking and a tribute to one of India’s most revered deities. Created especially for the Indian market, the timepiece pays homage to Lord Ram in his childhood form, worshipped at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Limited to 108 individually numbered pieces worldwide, the watch draws on the spiritual significance of the number 108 in Hindu tradition.
Burberry and Smythson launch their first-ever collaboration
Burberry’s core British style sees eye to eye with Smythson’s leather craftsmanship and traditional bookbinding, creating a special collection of leather notebooks and games designed for travel. Launched just in time for the festive season, you’ll have your pick of handmade notebooks, filled with playful illustrations and Smythson’s signature blue Featherweight paper, and a selection of games (playing cards, chess, backgammon) featuring Panama crossgrain leather and zip-pocket compartments lined in House Check.
Dior Alps, reimagined by Jonathan Anderson
In Jonathan Anderson’s debut alpine line for Dior, he revisits some of the House’s codes, blending performance with softness and ingenious details. Breathing new life into the alpine spirit, the Dior Alps 2026 capsule collection meets winter’s needs with just about everything you will want for everyday use in the mountains. Think puffer jackets, face masks, shearling bags and decorative pieces like bag charms, throws and cushions.
The Amangati is heading to the Caribbean
Aman at Sea, the yacht venture by Aman Resorts, just announced the inaugural Caribbean itineraries for the 600-foot Amangati, with cruises to the vibrant region running from the end of 2027 to the beginning of 2028. Scheduled to hit the water in May 2027, Amangati’s maiden season includes a myriad of curated Mediterranean voyages ranging from five to eight nights. From the Med, the liner will cruise southwest across the Atlantic to arrive in Saint John’s—the port from which the Caribbean season will unfold.
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Featured photo by Vacheron Constantin
