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Racing Time: The Steve McQueen Monaco Returns to the Market and Reignites a Cultural Obsession In the rarefied world of high-end collecting, timepieces occasionally transcend their function to become vessels of cultural memory. This spring in New York, one such object will re-emerge under the hammer at Sotheby’s: a Heuer Monaco worn on screen by Steve McQueen in the 1971 film Le Mans. Estimated at up to $1 million, the watch is already generating significant attention not mer

The Most Valuable Design Sale Ever: Inside Jean & Charles de Gunzburg’s Extraordinary Collection New York Behind the closed doors of a Park Avenue apartment that insiders once described as “Paris within Manhattan,” a lifetime of passion is about to be dispersed under the hammer. In April 2026 and May, Sotheby’s will host what many are already calling a historic turning point in the world of collectible design: the sale of the Jean and Terry de Gunzburg collection, the most v

Milan The story of Italian luxury has always been one of passion, reinvention, and power. In April 2026, one of its most emblematic houses, Dolce & Gabbana, entered a new chapter one that signals not just a leadership transition, but a deeper transformation of its identity. At the center of this shift stands Stefano Cantino, a seasoned executive with a résumé spanning some of the most influential names in fashion. His appointment as co-chief executive officer marks a pivotal

23 March, London, UK - Baccarat Hotel & Residences Maldives, the ultra-luxury, island development in the South Malé Atoll reveals new architectural and design details of its 62 private residences presented by award-winning architects HKS and world-renowned design firm 1508 London. Legendary service and an incredible complement of amenities are provided by hospitality management and operator Starwood Hotels. Nestled across five interconnected islands in the stunning South Malé

From Visibility to Intimacy: Meghan Markle and the Rise of the Domestic Aesthetic There was a time when visibility was enough. A public appearance, a carefully staged photograph, a partnership with a global platform. For years, influence was measured in reach. The more visible you were, the more powerful your presence. But that equation is changing. And few transitions illustrate this shift more precisely than the recent repositioning of Meghan Markle and her evolving lifesty

Nicolas Di Felice Didn’t Revive Courrèges He Reprogrammed How We Experience Clothes The news of his departure travelled fast. In the space of a few hours, headlines formed, analyses began, and the familiar cycle of speculation took over. Who next. What now. Where will he go. But none of these questions capture what truly matters. Because what Nicolas Di Felice leaves behind at Courrèges is not just a body of work. It is a shift in perception. When he arrived in 2020, the n

Mayrig Bistrot: A Refined Expression of Heritage Gault & Millau Distinction In the quiet charm of Carouge, just beyond the rhythm of central Geneva, Mayrig Bistrot unfolds like a story gently told rather than loudly announced. One year after opening its doors, it has established itself not simply as a restaurant, but as a place where memory, culture, and craftsmanship converge. Here, Armenian cuisine is not revisited for effect, but expressed with sincerity. The aromas arriv

In November 2025, the art world witnessed a seismic event: Gustav Klimt’s Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer sold at Sotheby’s New York for $236.4 million, crushing its pre-sale estimate of $150 million. This monumental price not only marks a milestone for Klimt but also sends a potent signal about the vitality, direction, and stakes of the contemporary art market. 1. The Sale: What Happened On 18 November 2025, Sotheby’s staged a landmark evening in its historic Breuer building,

Olivier Rousteing Appointed Creative Director of Rabanne: Why This Is Fashion’s Most Strategic Appointment of 2026 When Rabanne confirmed the appointment of Olivier Rousteing as its new Creative Director, the fashion industry welcomed the news as one of the year’s most significant leadership changes. After fourteen years at Balmain, where he transformed a historic couture house into a global cultural phenomenon, Rousteing will unveil his first collection for Rabanne during Pa

As the world of artistic perfumery gathers in Milan this June, Ajmal Dubai will celebrate a remarkable milestone: 75 years of craftsmanship, heritage, and olfactory innovation. The renowned fragrance house is set to participate in Esxence Milan 2026, the international benchmark event for artistic perfumery, taking place from June 3 to 6 at Allianz MiCo. At the heart of its presence will be a tribute to seven and a half decades of expertise, brought to life through a curated s

The 79th edition of the Festival de Cannes officially opened on May 12, 2026, reaffirming its status as the world’s most prestigious international film festival and the ultimate meeting point between cinema, luxury, fashion and global culture. This year’s festival immediately captured international attention with a more refined artistic direction, a renewed focus on auteur cinema and the strong presence of globally influential filmmakers and actors arriving on the legendary C

With MOVIE, his fourth studio album, Sofiane Pamart transcends the idea of a traditional collaborative record to create something far more immersive: a cinematic universe written through piano, emotion, and human presence. Conceived as the “first film” he has ever scored, MOVIE unfolds like an intimate screenplay where fourteen artists step into the narrative not as featured guests, but as protagonists inhabiting distinct emotional worlds. “MOVIE is the soundtrack of the life

The luxury watch industry may be on the verge of its next global phenomenon. Following weeks of speculation, several respected watch media outlets have now confirmed that Swatch and Audemars Piguet are preparing to unveil a collaborative collection reportedly named “Royal Pop,” expected to launch on May 16, 2026. While neither brand has yet released full official product imagery or technical specifications on their respective websites, the growing number of credible reports s

How Bhavitha Mandava became the most talked-about woman at fashion’s biggest night by refusing to play the game At the Met Gala 2026, where celebrities arrived wrapped in sculptural couture, theatrical silhouettes, and million-dollar fantasy, one woman walked the carpet appearing almost… ordinary. No dramatic train. No crystal armor No viral costume theatrics. Instead, Bhavitha Mandava arrived in what the internet immediately called “jeans and a top.” And within minutes, soc

At first glance, the Met Gala 2026 delivered what it always promises: spectacle, celebrity, and couture at its most theatrical. But beneath the surface, something more calculated unfolded. This year was not about who wore the most extravagant look. It was about who controlled the narrative. And in that regard, the convergence between Beyoncé and Olivier Rousteing stands as one of the most sophisticated strategic plays the fashion industry has seen in recent years. The Met Gal

Private Gym Interiors in Switzerland In Switzerland, where precision and discretion shape a certain way of living, British Splendour stands as a private atelier dedicated to the creation of bespoke gym interiors and tailored wellness spaces. Conceived for private residences, alpine chalets and a select number of hospitality environments, each project reflects a quiet pursuit of excellence one where design, comfort and performance exist in perfect balance. Rather than approac

White Glove Success: The Estate of Joanna Carson Auction Achieves $1.7 Million at Moran’s March 10, 2026 John Moran Auctioneers Jennifer Kurtz, Head of Sale  j.kurtz@johnmoran.com Questions and Comments: 626.628.9341 Brenda Smith and Nathan Martinez brenda@johnmoran.com and nathan@johnmoran.com White Glove Success: The Estate of Joanna Carson Auction Achieves $1.7 Million at Moran’s Tues., March 3 rd , 2026 | 10:00am PDT     The exceptional results of their recent wh

Albert Anker 1831 - 1910 Mädchenbildnis Swiss Masters in the Spotlight at Artcurial Beurret Bailly Widmer As every year, the auction house Artcurial Beurret Bailly Widmer dedicates its first annual sale to Swiss art and international art before 1900, alongside collectible timepieces with the third edition of the Basel Watch Auction. In total, 269 lots across three catalogues will go under the hammer on March 11 in Basel. Our catalogue dedicated to Swiss art brings together ex

Los Angeles, CA February 11, 2026 John Moran Auctioneers announces with distinction the upcoming sale of The Estate of Joanna Carson, a landmark auction presenting more than 400 exceptional lots from the collection of the noted arts patron and philanthropic leader. The sale will take place on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026, at 10:00 AM PDT, offering collectors a refined selection of fine art, important jewelry, decorative objects, silver, porcelain, couture fashion, and luxury han

My Crack House is Better than Yours Finn Massie Solo show 24.01.-30.04.2025 Finn Massie’s new paintings are oversaturated with signs and figures. On one canvas, a maels- trom of topsy-turvy wild horses, smiling cartoony dog faces, checkered patterns, chains, cathe- dral windows, painterly abstract marks, and anthropomorphized animals dressed in medieval garb, all scream for our attention. Foreground and background are indistinguishable, as if each of his motif was shoving the