Fashion firms apologise for implying Taiwan and Hong Kong separate from China

Coach and Givenchy among brands criticised on Chinese social media as Hong Kong protests fan nationalism

COURBET : The ‘disruptive’ French Sustainable Jewellery brand that even refuses ‘fairmined’ gold and diamonds

    By Philippe Mihailovich & Caroline Taylor In line with 21st Century youth who are now demanding vegan leathers be used by luxury brands, we are now witnessing the emergence of a ‘sustainable’ high-end jewellery house on the famous Place Vendôme*, for whom anything mined is considered harmful to the environment and thereby unacceptable. … Read more

The best beaches in Nice and Côte d’Azur, France

From the palm-fringed beaches of Cannes, to the chilled vibe of Plage de la Salis, the Côte d’Azur has beaches to suit every taste

Stirling prize 2019 shortlist: from a cork creation to a Teletubbies-style whisky distillery

Energy efficiency is a priority this year as a railway station, visitor centre, social housing project and opera house vie for the RIBA award for British building of the year

Anna Hu, the ‘haute’ jewellery maestro of the 21st Century

    by Philippe Mihailovich & Caroline Taylor   Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week is also the time for the big Haute Joaillerie talents to present their high creations to the world on the prestigious Place Vendôme – the place to be for the finest jewellery names in the world. The Ritz Hotel always hosts … Read more

2019 Concours d’Elegance de Chantilly to present nine concept cars – a record

      The fifth Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille will take place on 30th June. This major summer rendezvous will host no fewer than 130 exceptional vehicles as well as a selection of concept cars, some of which have never been seen before! The fifth Concours d’Elegance de Chantilly will bring together nine … Read more