In our weekly series, we bring you the latest in luxury news around the world. This week’s highlights: Girard-Perregaux’s Laureato Skeleton Aston Martin Edition, The Macallan’s latest release in Harmony, and Chloé reintroduces the Paddington
RWS x Pierre Hermé Paris
Be the first to experience the world’s largest Pierre Hermé flagship in the world (and Southeast Asia’s first), recently opened at Weave, Resorts World Sentosa. More than just a boutique, the store is a destination for French indulgence, inviting guests to dig into an assortment of macarons, chocolates, nougatines, viennoiseries, spreads and treats exclusive to Singapore. There will also be the world’s first Pierre Hermé Paris Ice Cream Bar and Pierre Hermé Paris Bubble Tea Collection.
Girard-Perregaux’s Laureato Skeleton Aston Martin Edition
As the official watch partner of Aston Martin, the Laureato Skeleton Aston Martin Edition is a celebration of power and precision that reflects both the inaugural Laureato of 1975 and the technical sophistication of Aston Martin’s finest creations. Based on the current Laureato Skeleton, this new limited-edition (88 pieces, so hurry) boasts a 42mm diameter, 100m water-resistance and a black ceramic case that reveals a dramatic openworked movement. This said movement, derived from the famous GP01800 calibre, showcases 55 handcrafted internal angles and a skeletonised solid gold rotor executed in the same Aston Martin Racing Green. Yours for S$80,300 at The Hour Glass.
Blancpain presents an exclusive documentary
History was made when divers Laurent Ballesta and Alexis Chappuis captured the first-ever images of the world’s two living coelacanth species, an elusive but ever fascinating creature thought to be extinct for 70 million years. Such a scientific achievement has led to a 12-minute documentary, produced by Blancpain and starring Ballesta and Chappuis, who reflect on their world-first discoveries and the importance of exploration and marine conservation.
Evian takes a bigger swing at fine dining
Building on a legacy that began almost two centuries ago, Evian continues to make its mark in the world of haute cuisine, hosting its first-ever fine-dining summit in July. Held over three days in the picturesque town of Évian-les-Bains, the summit brought together a select group of renowned chefs—including Sebastien Lepinoy from Les Amis, Singapore—and golf champion Céline Boutier to experience the purity of Evian at its source. Through tastings, thoughtful conversations and behind-the-scenes access, the event reflected the brand’s commitment to fine dining, excellence and living the good life.
The Macallan’s latest release in Harmony
Celebrating the shared artistry of both tea and whisky, the latest expressions in The Macallan’s Harmony Collection come inspired by teas sourced by Jing, curators of some of the world’s finest single-garden teas. As a tribute to the rare and aromatic oolong from Guandong, China, Inspired by Phoenix Honey Orchid Tea (S$252, available domestically) is a complex yet elegant single malt that gives way to layers of peach, apricot, floral honey, toffee and sweet oak. Drawing inspiration from Jing’s Organic Cherrywood Lapsang tea, Inspired by Organic Cherrywood Lapsang Tea (Sis a a flavour-led whisky that is primarily matured in sherry-seasoned European oak casks.
Chloé reintroduces the Paddington
Ever since its launch in 2005, the Chloé Paddington has been a defining piece within the Maison’s leather goods range, and the embodiment of effortless luxury with its soft, slouchy silhouette. Available in two sizes (small and medium), the new and subtly evolved Paddington now boasts an emblematic-but-functional padlock; supple, washed leather for a lived-in feel; and an adjusted shoulder drop for comfort.
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