The Luxe Lens

  SANDRO proudly presents its 2026 Qixi Festival Collection for men and women, seamlessly blending French nonchalance with timeless romance to create a visual dialogue of love and aesthetics for this romantic occasion. The women’s collection features vanilla colour and classic black as its main tones. A black, figure-hugging dress accentuates the waistline, while a soft yellow dress features bow tie details at the waist, adding a subtle touch to your Qixi Festival look. A satin piece with a boudoir core aesthetic is embellished with floral embroideries and paired with a black leather jacket, showcasing a multifaceted charm through the interplay of soft and structured fabrics. The fluidly tailored business suit exudes confidence, effortlessly balancing elegance and sophistication whether for a formal occasion or a professional setting.   The men’s collection reinterprets the brand’s iconic pieces with a fresh, contemporary twist. Featuring a palette of navy, sky blue, and ecru,...

Sony is celebrating a major milestone in its personal audio journey with the arrival of 1000X THE COLLEXION, a premium pair of wireless noise-cancelling headphones created to mark the 10th anniversary of the company’s acclaimed 1000X series. The line traces its roots to the MDR-1000X, introduced in 2016, and has since become closely associated with Sony’s approach to high-end wireless audio and adaptive noise cancellation. With THE COLLEXION, however, Sony is taking a noticeably different direction. Instead of simply pursuing another incremental flagship upgrade, the emphasis shifts towards craftsmanship, prolonged comfort and a more luxurious listening experience. Luxury Design Takes Centre Stage The difference is immediately apparent in the construction. Sony has paired premium crafted metal with a matte sandblasted texture and contrasting hand-polished gloss details, with individual components finished by craftspeople. The headphones are also wrapped extensively in a specially devel...

NESH Malaysia has marked another major milestone in the smart water solutions industry with the official launch of its latest innovation, Glacier (All-in-One, Beyond Expectation) , at Pavilion Bukit Jalil .  The launch introduces a new generation of compact hydration technology designed for modern homes, while also earning Glacier official recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records as the Smallest Ice-Dispensing Water Filter Machine Created for today’s lifestyle needs, Glacier brings together water purification, ice-making, temperature control and smart hygiene technology in one elegant and space-saving system. More than just a water dispenser, it represents NESH Malaysia’s vision of transforming everyday hydration into a smarter, more convenient and more refined home experience. Designed with compact living in mind, Glacier is made for consumers who want high performance without bulky appliances taking up too much space. Its sleek form and all-in-one functionality make it especi...

 Kavalan, the Taiwanese pioneer of New World whisky, has collaborated with Japanese contemporary artist Takahide Komatsu on the label design for its latest Mizunara Oak whisky collection. The limited release brings together rare Mizunara oak matured whiskies and original artwork inspired by Taiwan’s native butterflies. The collection comprises two single cask strength expressions: one produced from unpeated malt and the other from peated malt, offering two distinctive interpretations of Mizunara maturation. Each bottle features specially commissioned artwork by Takahide Komatsu depicting twelve butterfly species native to Taiwan. The artwork reflects Taiwan's extraordinary biodiversity while capturing the grace and vitality of butterflies in flight. "At Kavalan, we believe whisky making shares a natural connection with artistic creation," said Mr. YT Lee, Chairman of King Car Group. "Mizunara oak is one of the rarest and most demanding casks in whisky making. Its rar...

From free date changes to industry-first comprehensive travel insurance, Emirates continues to give customers greater flexibility and more choice, as well as the ability to tailor their travel plans for more peace of mind, from booking to the moment they arrive at their destination. Here are the latest measures at a glance: 1. Unlimited free date changes to Dubai From 10 August 2026, customers travelling to Dubai can change their travel dates as many times as they need, free of charge, across every type of fare. Unlimited, free of charge changes run across Saver all the way through to Flex fares in Economy, and for Special, Saver and Flex fares in Business Class.*    Economy Flex Plus, Premium Economy, Business Flex Plus and First Class fares continue to remain fully flexible. 2. Refunds, at a fraction of the cost Emirates has also substantially reduced refund fees on flights to Dubai to US$50 on Saver fares and US$25 on Flex fares in Economy. In Business Class, refund fees wi...

 Inspired by the vibrant and bold culture of the 1980s, SEVENFRIDAY makes watchmaking fun and quirky with the P1C/06, also known as the "Bubble Gum". This is the latest addition to the brand's iconic P-Series, the collection that introduced the world to SEVENFRIDAY and its squircle-cased timepieces. The SEVENFRIDAY P1C/06 features a four-layer dial that displays a dynamic palette of pastel and candy-inspired tones, fully embracing the whimsical side of watchmaking. The watch is also encased within the signature squircle case measuring 47.6mm x 47 mm to fully highlight the bright hues of the dial. Similar to other timepieces from the brand, the Bubble Gum includes an NFC chip within the caseback that wearers can scan with their SEVENFRIDAY mobile app to prove its authenticity.  The brand stays true to its name, suggesting every day should be Friday; it encourages everyone to always look forward to life's best moments. The playful design of the Bubble Gum watch indeed s...