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Discover the world’s most coveted masterpieces. From fine horology and high jewelry to luxury beauty and bespoke fashion, we curate the artifacts of modern desire.

Bad science or expensive con: either way, I’m sticking with my skincare regime

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My skincare ritual is the closest I get to religion these days

Christian Louboutin faces setback in fight to trademark red sole

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ECJ advocate general says combination of colour and shape may be refused trademark protection

Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon and Millenary Audemars Piguet. Though precious stones have their place, watches for women are about so much more

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What do women want? White opal framed by the scintillating Frosted Goldfinish wrapped in beautifully crafted woven bracelets. Second-skin feel: fine gold wires are densely woven in a smooth, supple mesh for a second-skin effect.   According to Audemars Piguet watch manufacture, women’s watches shouldn’t be limited to “shrinking, pinking and adding diamonds.” The timepieces … Read more

The New Kalpa: Parmigiani Fleurier Kalparisma Nova Galaxy

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The dial-making entity of the Parmigiani Fleurier Watchmaking Centre used aventurine glass to create this highly unique watch for ladies. Presented at this year’s SIHH – Salon Interntional de la Haute Horlogerie de Geneve 2018 along with the new Kalpa watches for men, Parmigiani Fleurier Kalparisma Nova Galaxy timepiece takes its name from this aventurine … Read more

From ‘secretly bare’ to ‘comedy nude’: a guide to the naked wedding dress trend

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There has been a 30% rise in requests for gowns that leave little to the imagination – but there are plenty of options for brides keen to spend the big day in the buff

Night visions: Mystères d’un Jardin de Nuit by Clare Waight Keller for her first Givenchy Haute Couture show

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First haute couture collection by Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy. The gleam of moonlight on a garden in spring, its flowers bathed in the silvery glow. Designed by Clare Waight Keller, the Givenchy Haute Couture Spring Summer 2018 collection invoked conversations between structure and motion. Ultra-fine and crystalline, a modern approach to what is precious melts grandiosity … Read more