In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news around the world. This week’s highlights: Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, The Laurus and Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak RD#5
There’s a new St. Regis Bar in town
At The St. Regis Singapore‘s new bar, it’s a trip back to early 20th-century Manhattan, seen through a contemporary lens with a local’s perspective. Polished brass double-storey doors open into a gorgeous space, defined by gold geometric flooring and elegant metal screens. The heart of it, though, lies a birdcage-inspired back bar made of aged brass and a bar counter wrapped in liquid metal finish and dark tundra grey marble. Behind that bar, you will find head bartender Kelvin Saquilayan, who brings a wealth of experience and an inventive yet refined style to the table.
Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series debuts in Singapore
Mercedes-Benz Singapore has unveiled the Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, a landmark first for the marque and its most dynamic Maybach to date. It takes the iconic SL silhouette and layers on the hallmarks of Maybach craftsmanship: exquisite materials, elevated comfort and a sensual, holistic approach to design. The result is an open-air two-seater that marries athletic proportion with an aura of grandeur.
The Laurus joins The Luxury Collection
The 183-suite Laurus just joined The Luxury Collection, a Marriott International bevy of over 30 hotel brands. Keeping with the ethos of the brand, The Laurus, a Luxury Collection Resort, embodies exceptional hospitality and redefines what a destination-driven experience can offer. Guests will experience the city through a unique lens—”one that honours the island’s storied past, celebrates its vibrant landscape and invites guests into a refined sanctuary that feels deeply personal.”
The Laurus, a Luxury Collection Resort
Blancpain launches concept boutique at Ion Orchard
The world’s oldest watchmaking brand just unveiled its second boutique in Singapore, reaffirming its strong presence in the region. Located at Ion Orchard, the boutique embodies the Maison’s timeless elegance, rich heritage and spirit of innovation, offering a safe and welcoming space for visitors to explore the world of Blancpain. Expect an extensive showcase of its iconic collections, including the elegant Villeret line, legendary Fifty Fathoms and distinctive Ladybird models.
Onitsuka Tiger collaborates with Versace
Dario Vitale’s debut collection as Versace’s new chief creative director comes with an unexpected collaboration that surprises (and delights) many. Shining the spotlight on Onitsuka Tiger’s legendary Tai Chi sneakers, a cult classic that’s graced the feet of the likes of Bruce Lee (Game of Death) and Uma Thurman (Kill Bill), the shoes were produced in Onitsuka Tiger’s Sanin Tottori factories, with select Italian materials. Notable features include double stitching on the stripes, Versace’s iconic Medusa symbol with studded embellishments on the tongue, and an upper treated to achieve a vintage texture. The release is scheduled for spring 2026, with availability online and at select flagship stores worldwide.
Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak RD#5
Meet Audemar Piguet‘s Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph RD#5, the latest in the RD line with a name that goes on for days. The reference’s new movement, the Calibre 8100, houses a reimagined reset mechanism. Instead of the typical hammer-and-heart-shaped system, it employs a patented rack-and-pinion design. The energy stored in the rack is used to return the titanium chronograph hand to zero in a near-instantaneous retrograde motion when you reset it. This, combined with a lightning-fast chronograph minutes jump, makes for an extremely accurate, intuitive flyback chronograph.
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Featured photo by The St. Regis Singapore
