How hot dogs got haute: fashion’s fast food love-in

From the humble grilled cheese sandwich to classic burger and fries, Anna Hart discovers how comfort food is getting a luxury makeover as part of our everyday extraordinary series. All images captured on the Google Pixel 3

Luxury shoppers attracted by exclusivity and experiences, artists, and sustainable champions

  The holiday season is a key moment for luxury customers to buy themselves something special. Demand among luxury customers for exclusive items and one-of-a-kind experiences is just as strong when choosing gifts for others as it is when shopping for themselves, according to a new study by YNAP group. The survey shows the growing importance … Read more

Auction history was made throughout November and around the globe

  In November, Sotheby’s concluded a month of worldwide sales spanning New York, Geneva, London, Paris and online, with 1,675 lots sold over twelve auctions for a total of more than $1 billion. Across the auctions, nineteen lots exceeded $10 million and ten lots exceeded $20 million. From 20th- and 21st-century art to magnificent jewels … Read more

Four Seasons to unveil Private Residences in the heart of San Francisco

  at 706 Mission Street, San Francisco The exclusive collection of Four Seasons standalone Private Residences is extended to San Francisco. Four Seasons debuted their standalone Private Residences at Twenty Grosvenor Square in London, followed by projects in Los Angeles, Marrakech, and now San Francisco. Four Seasons standalone Private Residences are offering residents premier amenities … Read more

Lasers and metallic blazers at Dior menswear debut in Tokyo

British designer Kim Jones turns brand’s ode to Japanese culture into a ‘hypermodern reality’

The $3.9m Asprey sold in Geneva is the Most Expensive Watch at Auction in 2018

  Known simply as ‘The Asprey’ timepiece, this Patek Philippe is exceptional in every way. One of the Most Important Vintage Wristwatches in the World Soars to $3.9 million at Sotheby’s Auction in Geneva.   The Asprey fetches $3.9m in Geneva One of the most important vintage wristwatches in the world was the star lot … Read more