In our weekly series, we bring you the latest luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: The Premio Maestri d’Eccelenza winners, explore Hokkaido the Club Med way, Bottega Veneta’s Corso Tote
Victoria Beckham opens an exclusive pop-up boutique
Victoria Beckham’s first Parisian hotel boutique pop-up is open. Located at the iconic Le Bristol, the store offers a limited-time shopping experience (now until 2 January 2027) in the heart of Paris, with a selection of ready-to-wear, bags and shoes and the ease and discretion of a concierge service.
LVMH and Fondazione Bvlgari reveal winners
The Premio Maestri d’Eccelenza, now in its fourth edition, is a Métiers d’Excellence LVMH initiative aimed at safeguarding and celebrating the value of Made in Italy artisans, from emerging talents to professionals with an unending capacity to innovate. At its prize ceremony at the Bvlgari Hotel Roma, the winners were announced—Carlo Colombo for textile art, Lorenzo Seghezzi for contemporary tailoring, Mirei Monticelli for light sculptures and installations—each awarded €10,000, media exposure, mentoring sessions and dedicated visits to Maison Bvlgari production sites. A fourth prize was also given to Daniel Mauceri, who received a special mention for traditional puppet making.
Parmigiani Fleurier celebrates its 30th anniversary
To mark its big 30th, Parmigiani Fleurier is presenting Mechanical Wonders, an exploration of the transmission and evolution of the mechanical arts across three centuries. Held at Tokyo’s 21_21 Design Sight Gallery 3 until 24 September 2026, the exhibition brings together a selection of historical mechanical masterpieces from the Maurice Sandoz Collection, preserved by Fondation Édouard et Maurice Sandoz and restored by Michel Parmigiani. Rarely seen by the public, these pieces from the early 19th century offer a peek into a generation of craftsmen who pushed mechanics far beyond the measurement of time.
Explore Hokkaido the Club Med way
This winter, discover the different sides of Hokkaido through four Club Med resorts—Club Med Tomamu, Sahoro, Kiroro Grand and Kiroro Peak—each offering its own take on the season. Be it a powder-filled adventure or a refined escape above the clouds, your Club Med holiday will be an all-inclusive one, allowing you to enjoy the destination to the fullest without worries.
Audemars Piguet and Serena Williams unveil a limited-edition timepiece
Audemars Piguet and Serena Williams have teamed up to create a new Royal Oak Chronograph. Taking design cues from the original Royal Oak Chronograph launched in 1997, the limited edition features AP signature octagonal bezel, hexagonal screws, and tri-compax subdial arrangement, but with the Williams treatment. The Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph “Serena Williams” Limited Edition features a 38mm case, bezel, crown, and integrated bracelet, all crafted in sturdy white ceramic, with every surface meticulously hand-finished in alternating satin brushing and chamfering for added pizzazz. That exceptionally solid architecture is juxtaposed with a soft, pink mother-of-pearl dial. The dichotomy of hard and soft is something that Williams appreciates.
Bottega Veneta presents the Corso Tote
As part of Winter 2026, a collection that explores the relationship between structure and softness, the new Corso Tote represents the duality of these characteristics through generous volume, pared-back construction and a distinctive architectural presence. Designed for everyday movement, the Corso’s handle is integrated directly into its suede-lined body, hiding behind the silhouette to preserve uninterrupted lines while allowing the bag to sit with ease on the shoulder.
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Featured photo by Victoria Beckham/Le Bristol
