In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news around the world. This week’s highlights: Ocean Photographer of the Year, La Prairie’s Pure Gold Revitalising Essence, Moncler x A$AP Rocky
Montblanc and Ferrari celebrate the power of individual expression
Two great brands continue their partnership with the launch of the Meisterstück Great Masters Ferrari Tailor Made Classica Special Edition, a piece of art featuring a finely crafted mahogany barrel inlaid with a black lacquer stripe—just like the steering wheel of vintage Ferrari GT sports cars. As the first release of a trilogy, this latest creation translates Ferrari’s bespoke design language into the realm of fine writing instruments, enabling new ways of self-expression on both paper and the road.
Phillips and Vacheron Constantin dedicate to timepieces with the inaugural Concours d’Élegance
What has been significant to the classic car community is now also a part of fine watchmaking. Launched in partnership with Phillips and Vacheron Constantin, the first-ever Concours d’Élegance that’s dedicated to timepieces will pay tribute to discerning collectors who cherish and preserve the legacy of Vacheron Constantin timepieces. The competition will recognise outstanding wristwatches and pocket watches produced up to 1999, honouring excellence across multiple categories such as condition, history, design and authenticity. Keep your eyes peeled for full submission details, official rules and the complete list of jury members this early 2026, and await November 2026 for the winners to be announced.
Phillips x Vacheron Constantin
Ocean Photographer of the Year
After over 15,000 submissions from the world’s leading ocean photographers, the winners of this year’s Ocean Photographer of the Year awards have been announced, as reported by co-organiser Blancpain. Indonesia-based macro expert, Yury Ivanov, was named Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 for his photograph of two ladybug amphipods feeding atop coral, taken at Ivanov’s local dive site in Bali, Indonesia. Chinese marine biologist Jialing Cai, on the other hand, received the Female Fifty Fathoms Award, a recognition created by Blancpain to celebrate boundary-pushing women in ocean photography.
La Prairie’s Pure Gold Revitalising Essence
Crafted to combat the effects of hormonal changes, from diminished hydration to age spots, La Prairie’s Pure Gold Revitalising Essence restores radiance and vitality while providing immediate comfort and nourishment. Infused with La Prairie’s Exclusive Cellular Complex and the Gold & Peptide Powered Meno Complex, the product not only hydrates but also actively supports collagen production, using a dual-action approach to replenish moisture and fortify the skin’s barrier, promoting long-term resilience against visible signs of ageing.
Moncler x A$AP Rocky
The Moncler x A$AP Rocky Genius collaboration is here. Centred around a theme that says “retro ski meets future sound”, the debut collection fuses Rocky’s rebellious street attitude with Moncler’s luxury performance wear. Think “urban protective uniform” with colour-blocking, bold graphics and statements, designed to combat the winter blues, if any at all.
Baccarat’s new boutique
Baccarat just unveiled its new store at Ion Orchard, boasting obvious cues from a keepsake jewellery box. Spanning just under 30 square metres, the store is a world of whimsy, greeting its guests with a chandelier of crystal and gold and engaging them in an elegant treasure hunt.
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The Macallan Timeless Collections
The Macallan’s Timeless Collections combine storied craftsmanship with forward-thinking design, marking the distillery’s 201-year history with a bold new visual chapter by David Carson.
Gucci welcomes Demna into La Famiglia
Titled La Famiglia, the inaugural Gucci collection of Demna will be available from 25 September to 12 October in 10 boutiques worldwide, including Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands, before its official launch in stores this coming February.
Bang & Olufsen’s new earphones
Beo Grace, as it is called, fuses the likeness of fine jewellery with acoustic innovation.
Featured photo by Montblanc
