In our weekly series, we bring you the latest luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: Bvlgari’s latest chapter of Serpenti Infinito, Fantastique Voyage de Monsieur Dior, Louis Vuitton’s new Tambour Spin Times
Azimut presents the Magellano 27M
At the crossroads of Nordic design and Italian architecture, the third generation of the Magellano series is a bold sculptural force that maintains its identity as a comfortable long-range cruiser. Designed by Jarkko Jämsén with AMDL Circle, Michele de Lucchi and Davide Angeli, this is a vessel for discerning seafarers seeking a loggia with deeply glazed spaces, wooden architectural elements and the art of ancient Japanese craftsmanship. This quality of life at sea is elevated by confident engineering, beginning with an exceptional hull design that softens wave impact and Azimut Silent Technology that allows for a quieter, more sustainable onboard experience.
Blancpain continues to champion ocean conservation
Steadfast in raising awareness of the beauty and fragility of the deep blue sea, Blancpain joins Oceanographic magazine in celebrating the power of ocean storytelling through winning images. French photographer Julien Anton was just named Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026 for his portrait of a male seahorse and two tiny juveniles alongside, while British photographer Jenny Stock received this year’s Female Fifty Fathoms Award, a recognition of pioneering and inspiration women in ocean photography.
Louis Vuitton’s new Tambour Spin Times
Building on the success of the limited-edition models launched last year—the first time the Spin Time watch was made in-house by Louis Vuitton’s La Fabrique du Temps—five Tambour Spin Time references have been introduced to the permanent collection, each defined by a distinctly bold colour and then some. The Tambour Spin Time Air, for instance, comes in a striking blue and features a suspended calibre ST13.01 perched at the centre of a 42.5mm case in 18-carat white gold. On the other hand, the 39.5mm Tambour Spin Time Australia shows off Australian opal in full force, a stone that shifts between different shades of blue, depending on the light.
Hermès ventures beyond
Bringing curiosity and imagination to everyday objects, the Fall/Winter 2026 Venture Beyond collection invites us to step out of our comfort zone and find playfulness in our daily lives. Key highlights include a bag accessory in lambskin and Mysore goatskin, designed in the shape of a little submarine as a nod to the Hélice cufflinks from the 1960s; a cap in pea coat cloth and Swift calfskin; and a table tennis table with the net and drawers wrapped in Swift calfskin.
Bvlgari announces the latest chapter of Serpenti Infinito
Bringing its Serpenti Infinito global art project to the USA for the first time, auruBOROS – Urban Memory and Collective Dream, a monumental golden pneumatic sculpture by Berlin artists Plastique Fantastique is now at New York City’s High Line. Currently on view until 20 September 2026, auruBOROS celebrates the infinite inspiration of the legendary Serpenti icon and transformative power of art. Beyond that, the Serpenti Infinito unfolds across the city with experiences, including a dedicated animation at the Bvlgari Fifth Avenue flagship, alongside the worldwide launch of high jewellery creations, each interpreting the city’s artistic history through the language of Serpenti.
Fantastique Voyage de Monsieur Dior
Of all the memorable experiences of Christian Dior’s childhood, Jules Verne’s Around the World in Eight Days left the greatest mark. It also sparked a Dior Maison collection of whimsical tableware and home items, lifted by free-spirited inspirations and hot air balloons as the central motif.
In case you missed it:
Mastery behind The Macallan
From negotiating with nature to forging ties that last generations, The Macallan’s new documentary, Mastery Beyond Reason, traces the making of its whisky from soil to the final sip.
Vivant’s smartest pour yet
The Venus G2 portable wine chiller may be the headline launch, but for us, Vivant’s AI Sommelier chatbot is the feature with broader everyday appeal.
WWF Singapore CEO Chew Sutat ponders the costs and opportunities of environmental conservation
Newly appointed as CEO of WWF Singapore this June, Chew Sutat shares his thoughts on the challenges ahead as the organisation’s Singapore office marks its 20th anniversary this year,
Featured photo by Azimut
