Visual Feast

MORE THAN PRETTY FACES, THESE NEW TIMEPIECES FEATURE RAINBOW COLOURS ACHIEVED WITH CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY AND HIGH JEWELLERY SAVOIR FAIRE.

STAYING TRUE

In Singapore last month for LVMH Watch Week, FABRIZIO BUONAMASSA STIGLIANI, Bulgari Watch Division's product creation executive director, talks about the latest jewellery watches and his proudest achievements, including the all-new Serpenti Tubogas Infinity with a diamond-set bracelet.

ABOVE THE CROWD

Once crowned San Francisco's best-dressed man, Indonesia-born JONATHAN RACHMAN was a celebrity florist before successfully transitioning into interior design. Now also a published author, the multihyphenate clues us in on his singular style of fusing East and West.

MODERN EXPRESSION

The latest Baxter collection is a fine demonstration of dynamism and versatility in the organisation and perception of spaces.

INTO THE FUTURE

Once again, high tech met with high expectations at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Visitors were suitably mesmerised by the wealth of cutting-edge gizmos and gadgets on display from both startups and major industry players alike.

CHILD'S PLAY

From Mauritius to Namibia, and Colorado to Dubai, these family-friendly properties keep the kids busy while parents indulge in some much-needed downtime.

SEVEN(TH) HEAVEN

What happens when you put the new, turbocharged BMW flagship sedan and an expert in wealth management who knows her cars together? A perfect duet.

BED OF ROSES

Asia has been slow to catch on while winemakers and vino lovers around the world embrace the trending pink drink. We introduce the hottest shades of blush through these outstanding rosé wines from Austria to South Africa.

THE ROAD TO FREEDOM

For busy professionals considering car leasing for short-term business needs or a long-term personal commitment, Mercedes-Benz's GO family of leasing plans offers the most convenient, versatile and practical solution.

PLEASURE DOING BUSINESS

Mercedes-Benz's new all-electric EQE from Mercedes-EQ and Mercedes-AMG EQE 43 4MATIC lead executives into a trailblazing future.

COOL IN THE COUNTRY

How better to escape from the city bustle than with a break in the English countryside? Three charming and easily accessible hotels offer a memorable sojourn beyond luxurious comfort, divine food and beautiful surrounds.

The Art of Surrender

On a recent sojourn to Thailand, Nafeesa Saini checks into two elevated beach breaks luxury lair Samujana Villas Koh Samui and legendary health resort Chiva-Som Hua Hin - and rediscovers herself in the process.

HIS TO COVET

Patek Philippe's latest addition of six men's timepieces to its stable of complications and iconic designs highlights the manufacture's varied fields of excellence.

In Essence

In Singapore last November for Vacheron Constantin's exhibition The Anatomy of Beauty at the ArtScience Museum, CHRISTIAN SELMONI, the maison's style and heritage director, sheds light on its most noteworthy pieces over the decades.

DREAM WITH A BANG

Bold, bright and playful Hublot's celebrations in Miami brought together the worlds of art and football with creativity like no other. Yanni Tan journeyed to South Beach on an Asia-exclusive press trip to discover the heart and soul of the watchmaker.

Mythic Quest

Francesca Amfitheatrof draws on the legends of the otherworlds in her fourth and biggest high jewellery collection for Louis Vuitton.

All Together Now

Tiffany & Co.'s latest collection Tiffany Lock revisits the working padlock from the house's archives.

Bejewelled Summer

The audacious Perles d'été high jewellery collection illustrates Van Cleef & Arpels' mastery of ornamental stones and noble materials.

Smells Like Love

In a heartwarming sequel to welcoming their first child last October, tennis legend RAFAEL NADAL and his wife MARIA PERELLO team up with Henry Jacques to create a highly personal collection.

VIVA VALENTINO

To celebrate the Italian house's illustrious haute couture and the 90th anniversary of its founder, creative director PIERPAOLO PICCIOLI is staging an exhibition with Qatar Creates and Qatar Museums. He walks us through the show, talks about his couture ideals and explains why it isn't a \"retrospective\".

A Scent to Remember

Expand your perfume universe with this new wave of ultra-luxe and niche fragrances that'll set you apart from the crowd.

A RENEWED PURPOSE

EYE HEALTH AUTHORITY DR CLAUDINE PANG STEPS INTO THE NEW YEAR WITH A REINVIGORATED SENSE OF SELF FORTIFIED BY A LOVE FOR SELFGROWTH. THE LEADING OPHTHALMOLOGIST OPENS UP TO NAFEESA SAINI ABOUT HER NEW AESTHETICS AND WELLNESS CLINIC, EMPOWERING INITIATIVES FOR WOMEN AND FINDING MEANING IN THE MUNDANE.

PLAY TIME

Whatever your tastes or your budget, here are five sure-fire ways of having fun with your money this month.

In Good Spirits

Restock your diminished home bar with these delicious, top-shelf releases.

CHAMPAGNE SYMPHONY

Your next glass of 2008 Krug champagne should be served with the beautiful musical notes of RYUICHI SAKAMOTO. Here's Suite for Krug in 2008.

Masters of Gastronomy

Cassia and Shang Palace are ushering in a fresh era this new year after a momentous change of hands in the kitchen. These recently minted head honchos tell us more about themselves and their innovative creations.

CHOCOLATE OF THE CENTURY

As French chocolatier Valrhona achieves a great milestone with its 100th anniversary, its Asia-Pacific general manager WENCESLAS WEDRYCHOWSKI tells us how the brand has endured the times to become synonymous with greatness.

Modern Language

The new Fendi boutique at Ngee Ann City pays homage to the grandeur of Roman architecture with a Gen Z twist .

Fairest Of Them All

Bulgari collaborates with Japanese architect Kazuyo Sejima to design her own vision of the ultra-modern Octo Finissimo Sejima Edition.

LAST OF THE "M"OHICANS

The latest model based on the now-classic BMW 2002, the sleek and thrilling M240i is set to stake its claim in the collector's circle.