In our weekly series, we bring you the latest luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Plage Guerlain makes its debut, Ferragamo Hug East-West, LV Drop 300 Sneaker
Aman New York expands its Homes collection
From the upper floors of the Crown Building, soaring above Fifth Avenue and 57th Street, Aman New York has expanded its collection of homes with four new additions. From a one-bedroom home on the 17th level to a three-bedroom home that spans the entire 24th floor, these homes offer expansive living spaces, equipped with dedicated lift access, views of Manhattan, butler service and complimentary use of the house car. Guests will also enjoy full access to Aman New York’s flagship three-storey spa, alongside signature dining destinations like The Jazz Club. Rates begin at US$9,000 with no minimum stay required.
Chaumet creates high jewellery in fully traceable gold
Chaumet, a certified member of the Responsible Jewellery Council, has released its first high jewellery creation in 100 per cent traceable gold. Each piece comprises the honeycomb motif, each connected to one another like a beehive under constant construction—a symbol of not only the strength of collective action but Chaumet’s commitment to building a more responsible world.
Plage Guerlain makes its debut
Guerlain has been an integral part of the Beau–Rivage Palace experience, with its spa spoiling guests since 2024 and an exclusive summer experience happening until 31 August 2026. Through an art installation in the lobby, the very first Plage Guerlain by the pool and a series of thoughtful touches, guests are invited to explore the Maison’s world and its textile-inspired Les Eaux fragrance collection.
The Ferragamo Hug Bag in a new silhouette
A newer take on the brand’s iconic Hug bag, the Hug East-West continues this illusion of an embrace with a more elongated, horizontal proportion. Designed with soft, Italian calfskin leather, the bag offers a delicate hand feel with contrasting coloured interiors, luminous gold-tone hardware and the same signature Gancio flip-locks.
The Dior Hooper
Running up to the NBA season, Jonathan Anderson has designed a contemporary reinterpretation of 1980s basketball footwear. Lightweight, comfortable and defined by a refined silhouette, the Dior Hooper is available in Dior Oblique Jacquard canvas or a bold two-tone variation, coupled with suede accents and an innovative one-piece cupsole.
LV Drop 300 Sneaker
In more sneaker news, Louis Vuitton Menswear creative director Pharrell Williams continues to be inspired by athletic statements and decorative activewear. As a nod to original performance icons, he’s developed the LV Drop 300 Sneaker, shoes with featherlight weight (each shoe weighs just over 300 grams) and rubber outsoles inspired by the concentric ripple caused by a single drop of water. Crafted from water-resistant nylon and suede calfskin, the sneakers are also built with a shock-absorbent thermoformed footbed, making them more than just something good-looking for the feet. Yours for S$1,650.
In case you missed it:
Hermès artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas ponders the deeper meaning of luxury
For Hermès artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas, it is the promise of beauty and renewal that ultimately imbues the material world with meaning.
Bvlgari Divas’ Dream is new high jewellery inspired by ancient Roman mosaics
Inspired by the Caracalla Baths, Bvlgari’s iconic fan-shaped collection evolves with seven new pieces in mother-of-pearl, turquoise, rubellite, and pavé diamonds.
The art of perfumery
We speak with Thibaud Crivelli, founder and creative director of Maison Crivelli, about the art of perfumery and what truly goes into crafting an olfactory portrait.
Featured photo by Aman
