Alwyn Stephen began his career in the United Arab Emirates way back in 1985 as a salesperson. By sheer coincidence in 1988, he got into the fragrance business and from that year on there was no turning back. He started his career in the fragrance business with one of the leading perfume companies in Dubai. … Read more
The Wrist Dispatch: Watches & Wonders 2026-LVMH-Richemont-The Independents-The Reckoning There is a peculiar ritual that plays out in April in Geneva at Watches & Wonders 2026. Men in navy blazers and women in silk scarves gather under the vaulted glass of Palexpo to collectively agree that mechanical watchmaking is, once again, having its greatest moment. … Read more
Paris in the heart of summer is a city of gilded whispers. The air, heavy with the scent of linden trees and the echo of couture shows, holds secrets of a new era. This past month, from the quiet corridors of the Hôtel particulier to the bustling ateliers, the narrative of French luxury has been … Read more
The luxury watch industry in 2025 presents a fascinating paradox: a sector deeply revered for its heritage and artisanal craftsmanship is, simultaneously, engaging with cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence. The latest launches and industry trends reveal not a wholesale abandonment of tradition, but rather a strategic and often subtle integration of tech and AI, aimed … Read more
Once relegated to dusty corners of “mocktail” menus and whispered health retreats, non-alcoholic wine is no longer the sobering alternative—it’s the celebration itself. And Prima Pavé, the world’s most awarded non-alcoholic wine, just proved it again by sauntering into the San Francisco International Wine Competition and leaving with two glittering gold medals in hand. No … Read more
From Ice Baths to AI Sleep Pods: The Future of Luxury Wellness. Over the past three months, the luxury wellness sector has seen an explosion of innovation, reflecting a rising demand for holistic, health-centric experiences. From Elle Macpherson’s new Super Elixir Greens to Six Senses’ transformation of a five-star ashram in India, brands are redefining … Read more