In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news around the world. This week’s highlights: The UAE’s first Dior Spa, René Magritte continues to live on at Lalique, and Maison Valentino opens a new store concept in Singapore
Tiffany Titan by Pharrell Williams
Tiffany & Co. just announced the launch of the Tiffany Titan by Pharrell Williams collection. Inspired by Poseidon’s trident, it possesses a boldness that symbolises fearless individuality, power and force. Sharp, spear-like spikes are incorporated into an array of necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings that challenge the conventional, and each piece is offered in 18k yellow gold or titanium.
The collection will be available this month exclusively on Tiffany.com in the USA and at The Landmark in New York City; it will later be available globally at all Tiffany & Co. stores and on Tiffany.com from June.
The St. Regis Venice sponsors Team Brady
The St. Regis Venice, a patron of contemporary arts and the first hotel in Italy to be equipped with an electric boat charging station, will be Team Brady’s sponsor at the upcoming E1 World Championship. The world’s first electric boat racing series, which will make a splash on the waters of Venice, will see NFL Hall of Famer Tom Brady and team race for first place (they claimed the top spot at the UIM E1 World Championship in Jeddah earlier this year). The series will culminate in a race to Hong Kong this 9 and 10 November.
The Magritte x Lalique Art Collection
There’s an entire world of René Magritte awaiting you this month at the Lalique Paragon boutique. To mark the 126th anniversary of his birth, the unique artistic language of Magritte, one of the most influential artists from the 20th century, continues to be captured in crystal. His vision lives on, and you will see that justice is done for a timeless talent like Magritte.
Kempinski Hotels makes its Vietnam debut
Kempinski Hotels is bringing its A game to Vietnam. Currently in development with architectural studio, Kengo Kuma & Associates, is the Kempinski Saigon River, a luxurious waterfront hideaway tucked in the folds of the Saigon River. It will present a modern take on traditional Vietnamese dwellings, where guests may embrace expansive views of the river from their suite or the riverside bar. It will also be a part of a 55-hectare development that will be home to residences, schools, a sports club and retail.
The Lana, Dubai unveils the UAE’s first Dior Spa
The UAE’s very first Dior Spa is now open for bookings at The Lana, Dorchester Collection, Dubai. Located on the 29th floor, this destination spa offers an oasis of tranquility and some of the best views of the Burj Khalifa, beautifully framed by floor to ceiling windows. Guests may immerse themselves in a holistic wellbeing and treatments that blend cutting-edge technology, such as hydrafacial, icoone therapy and micro-abrasion. There is also a dedicated beauty room that provides nail and makeup services by artists from the House of Dior.
Maison Valentino opens a new store concept at MBS
The next time you are at Marina Bay Sands, drop by the new Valentino boutique. Said to be an important step in the brand’s global retail network expansion, the store is looking good with its green onyx marble floors, eclectic material palette and Roman-inspired details. There’s a sense of warmth and elegance in this intimate space it calls home. It will feel like your home, too, as you browse through ready-to-wear collections, accessories and fragrances.
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