The Luxe Lens

 Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the world-leading hospitality group Accor, in partnership with Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), today announced the opening of Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit. Marking Fairmont’s first hotel in Thailand, the new property introduces the brand’s distinctive spirit of culture, connection and celebration to Bangkok’s vibrant Sukhumvit neighborhood, offering 416 guestrooms and 58 suites for exceptional stays, dining, wellness experiences, celebrations, and world-class meetings and events in one of the city’s most dynamic destinations. Envisioned as a "blooming stage" for celebration in the heart of Bangkok, the hotel embodies the philosophy that every flower unfolds with purpose. Designed by esteemed Thai architectural and interior design practice PIA, Fairmont Bangkok Sukhumvit embraces Thailand's rich botanical heritage through a contemporary lens. Floral themes are interwoven throughout the hotel, from its spectacular lobby c...

 As Qixi approaches, Maje transforms the season into an intimate, style-forward moment where practicality meets pure romantic glamour. The Qixi Selection Series is designed to build a wardrobe with perfect versatility, precisely tailored to suit a wide range of everyday scenarios. From day to night, the Maje Girl moves seamlessly between polished office commutes and late-evening date nights, switching mood and silhouette with ease. With every gesture, she reveals Qixi heart-fluttering atmosphere, unfolding the distinct charm of the autumn love season.     For this Qixi capsule, Maje introduces daisy details, channeling the energy of 1960s swing London. It blends a rebellious, independent, free-spirited feminine mindset with the refined depth of French elegance, delivering a curated range of style-forward pieces made with sophisticated fabrics. The collection includes crochet sets, jeweled shirts, slip dresses, and more. Clean, sharp silhouettes form the foundation, elevat...

  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...