Notable people, places, and things
A New Standard
The Standard is set to open its first hotel in Singapore by 2023. The 143-room hotel will be located at Orange Grove Road, right next to the city’s famous shopping district. The hotel highlights its stunning infinity pool set within a lush botanical courtyard, inspired by Singapore’s reputation as a Garden City. thestandardhotels.com
Back to Business
Ritz-Carlton welcomes fully vaccinated guests to the tropical paradise of Koh Samui. With certification from the Thailand Safety and Health Administration, guests can put their worries to rest, enjoying the vibrant culture, food, and beaches available at the 175-room resort. ritzcarlton.com
Boys Night
For a weekend away with the boys, Fairmont Singapore is offering a Mancation package that has all the pampering and indulging that every man deserves. The Mancation comes inclusive with a massage and a Truefitt & Hill shave or cut, with the night ending at SKAI, followed by a Scotch & Whiskey tasting. After a much-needed lie in, they can enjoy a hearty breakfast at Prego with their pals. fairmont-singapore.com
Ice Cream Dreams
Located at Great World City, Softhaus is a newly launched ice cream store created under Janice Wong Singapore. Using high-quality, locally sourced, and sustainable ingredients, Softhaus presents a colorful array of 16 ice cream flavors and 20 toppings. With offerings like rainbow sandwich bread, freshly baked macarons, and Mango Banana Passionfruit ice cream, Softhaus will bring each person’s ice cream fantasies to life. softhaus.online
Single Malt
The second release of Prima and Ultima hails a collection of incredibly rare and exquisite Single Vintage Malt Whiskies from Diageo. Drawn from distilleries across Scotland, the collection comprises eight bottles including Talisker, Mortlach, The Singleton of Glendullan, and Brora. The set also includes eight glasses to accompany every bottle, each engraved with a design inspired by its respective cask. diageo.com
Tory Burch
Inspired by New York City, the Tory Burch Fall Winter collection draws from the basic silhouettes of American sportswear. The subdued palette features bursts of yellow, mint, and navy, as well as exuberant prints reminiscent of ceramic designs. Based on the idea of seasonless dressing, the collection comprises crisp cotton shirts, knit turtlenecks, pantsuits, and soft poplin dresses. toryburch.com
Ode to Italy
Loro Piana sets the stage of its Fall Winter 20212022 collection in the charming landscapes of Italy. Photographed by Zoë Ghertner, the campaign imagery is ethereal, evanescent and feminine, highlighting the soft and fine knitwear in the collection. The natural setting draws out the gentle earth tones and classic silhouettes, echoing the sensations and emotions of the Italian countryside. loropiana.com
Mood for Love
Kenzo commemorates Chinese Valentine’s Day with an exclusive capsule collection themed around love. The collection includes everyday essentials like sweatshirts, tee-shirts, and hats with the phrase “I love you” appearing in different languages and styles. Associated with love and passion, the color red dominates in the pieces, contrasting with the neutral white and black bases. kenzo.com
Dare to Be
The Chanel Fall-Winter 2021/22 collection mixes the ambience of ski holidays with the chic Parisian style. From costume jewelry, statement handbags and faux fur boots, the collection is maximalist and daring, recalling the atmosphere of Chanel runway shows back in the day. chanel.com
Better Together
The Coach Fall 2021 campaign spotlights the spontaneous moments of joy present amongst friends and communities. Starring Jennifer Lopez, Michal B. Jordan, Kõki, and Jeremy Lin, the campaign is shot in cities and communities around the world. Centered on this narrative of friendship and comfort, the Fall collection introduces the new Tate and Soft Tabby bags, the Hitch backpack, and the iconic Rogue bag. coach.com
Slip into Comfort
Roger Vivier embodies a laidback lifestyle with their series of slip-on mules and sandals. The Slidy Viv’ features both open and closedtoe slides made from a range of fabrics and materials. A crystal embellished buckle adds a touch of elegance to casual silhouettes, making the Slidy Viv’ a versatile piece for any summer ensemble. rogervivier.com
Collector’s Only
Loewe presents its five signature handbags packaged all together in a special crafted gift box. The box comprises ‘nano’ versions of the Puzzle, Hammock, Gate, Flamenco and Balloon bags, which come in a curated selection of colorways. The design of the gift box itself honors the traditional Japanese kiribako giftboxes; handcrafted using Paulownia wood and topped off with a sanada-himo cord — a tightly-woven fabric historically used in Japanese samurai armor. loewe.com
Footwear to Flex
Louis Vuitton understands the need for comfort and flexibility without compromising on style and elegance. The Vendôme Flex collection utilizes sneaker-like insoles and new seam technology to create durable shoes packaged as timeless classics like the Derby shoe and the loafer. louisvuitton.com
Safety First
Acknowledging the importance of safety and protection in these current times, Polaroid has created a collection of professional protective equipment that can be used both in health care settings as well as in everyday life. Ten thousand glasses and face shields were donated to hospitals in the hardest hit areas before being made available to the public. The collection comes in both adult and child-friendly models with an adjustable rubber band. polaroideyewear.com
Inclusive Eyewear
Understanding that eyewear is not one size fits all, Versace presents its first collection of eyewear designed specifically for the Asian market. The collection combines classic, wearable shapes with a flash of gold Greca at the temples for an extra bit of bling. versace.com
Limitless Style
Daring, extravagant and unexpected — the Cartier Clash [Un]Limited is a limited-edition jewelry piece that takes the form of a watch inserted into a gold mitten. Created using 3D printing, a supple rose gold mesh is embellished with a constellation of diamonds. Fitted into the mitten is a diamond studded Baignoire Allongeé watch, which wraps elegantly around the hand. cartier.com
Entwined
Chaumet recalls its historical origins in its newest high jewelry collection, Torsade de Chaumet. Drawing from the architecture of its first landmark boutique, the sweep of the frieze wrapping the Vendôme Column is transformed into a modern torsade, or twist, that weaves itself throughout the pieces. White jewels surround a centerpiece of sapphire, rubies or emeralds, elegantly twirling into various forms of precious jewelry. chaumet.com