Luxury Lifestyle

The Cocktail Shaker: A Shaken History with a Touch of Glamour

Cocktails shaken, not stirred? The cocktail shaker has been a symbol of refinement, flair, and ultimate craftsmanship for decades. But where does this stylish companion of many home bars actually c...

Aspen: The Slopes Where Luxury Reaches New Heights

We all know them: the iconic ski destinations where champagne flows more freely than the snow melts. Courchevel 1850, where you practically trip over Hermès bags. Sankt Moritz, with its polo matche...

The Birth of the Michelin Guide – Where Tires and Bistros Converged

Some stories stand the test of time effortlessly. The story of Michelin, once a modest tire manufacturer from Clermont-Ferrand, is one such example. How a company that began with rubber and air man...

Discover the Ferox V8, a Dutch supercar

The Ferox V8 is an evolution of the Spyker—it’s impossible to deny. “You could call it a Spyker 2.0, but without the compromises,” Maarten says. Where Spyker once hit its limits, the Ferox shows wh...

The Remarkable History of the Umbrella

There are objects that, despite their seemingly simple function, possess an unparalleled grandeur. The umbrella is one such object. What began as a symbol of power and status has evolved into an i...

An Heirloom of Grandeur: Winston Churchill’s Former Residence Listed for €23.5 Million

Sir Winston Churchill. Statesman, symbol of British resilience, and—let’s be honest—a man with a pronounced taste for the finer things in life. Elitist, occasionally insufferably snobbish, yet para...

Electrification vs. Mechanics: The Decline of the Authentic Driving Experience

With the announcement that Jaguar will halt production for a year before transitioning entirely to electric vehicles, and Aston Martin declaring itself fully electric by 2026, an uncomfortable ques...

Distinctive Watches: The Reverso - A Ticking Testament to Aristocratic Taste

In this edition of "Distinctive Watches," I invite you to join me on a journey through time, exploring a watch that not only makes my heart skip a beat but has also weathered the ravages of time wi...

Villa Léopolda: Timeless Luxury on the Côte d'Azur

Welcome to the ‘Remarkable Residences’ section, where we turn our gaze to Villa Léopolda in Villefranche-sur-Mer. Built for Leopold II of Belgium, this villa still exudes the atmosphere of the Bell...

Timeless Comfort: Fine Watches Meet Finer Socks

A charming twist of fate occurred last Thursday, where two seemingly incompatible parties unveiled a surprisingly practical synergy. The stage was set for a festive dinner, organized around the col...