In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news around the world. This week’s highlights: The Mini 1965 Victory Edition, Louis Vuitton’s Resort Collection, Dior Cruise 2027
Jaguar Type 01
The Jaguar Type 01, also the beginning of a new era, is a new luxury four-door GT that encapsulates Jaguar’s spirit of originality and unmistakable presence. Designed, developed and built in the heart of the UK, the Type 01 unites the brand’s history of innovation in design, technology and performance with the most advanced Jaguar to date. Featuring zero tailpipe emissions and tri-motor technology that delivers over 1,000 horsepower with more than 1,300Nm of torque, it drives like no other electric car, with deep reserves of power, refinement and composure.
Chopard is once again the official partner of the 79th Cannes Film Festival
A loyal partner of the festival since 1998, Chopard currently holds the exclusive honour of crafting every official trophy (the Palme d’or) and being on the red carpet with the silver screen. But beyond honouring established icons, the Maison also champions emerging talent through the Trophée Chopard, which has been presented to two rising stars, Odessa A’zion and Connor Swindells.
The Mini 1965 Victory Edition
Since the 1960s, Mini has always been more than a car—it is a spirit. Today, this legacy lives on in the Mini 1965 Victory Edition, a reminder of a milestone and passion that shaped the brand’s identity. Now available in Singapore, the edition is offered across the Mini John Cooper Works models, with a Chili Red exterior paintwork and “52” graphic, which references the legendary Mini Cooper S driven to victory at the 1965 Monte Carlo Rally.
Club Med Bintan reimagines family vacations
From interactive games to sunset dining, Club Med Bintan is turning the family holiday experience around with greater flexibility and deeper connection. Throughout the year, the resort will unveil new experiences, dining concepts, refurbished accommodation and more, so as to create more opportunities for spontaneity and genuine downtime.
Louis Vuitton’s Resort Collection
Bring on your brightest, bestest summer wardrobe with the Louis Vuitton Resort Collection for women, a range of ready-to-wear, leather goods, shoes and accessories designed for sunset cocktails and chic getaways. Inspired by athleisure wear, the collection comes alive with vibrant colours and surfer vibes, expressed through floral arabesques, scalloped lace and silk prints.
Dior Cruise 2027
In an exploration of Dior’s long-standing relationship with Hollywood, the Dior Cruise 2027 collection is a dream of LA’s creative personae. Showcased at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the collection pays tribute to California noir with bouclé wool jackets with frayed cuffs, beaded shoes and archetypal American shirts made in collaboration with artist Ed Rushca.
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Heart-pumping experiences for the resident thrill-seeker
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The Lemmo Zero
The Lemmo Zero is a 12.8kg solution to growing urban density, and the need for flexible, sustainable transport.
Tod’s launches Marlin
Tod’s draws inspiration from the legendary boat once owned by John F. Kennedy, unveiling a summer collection for men and women dubbed Marlin.
