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Yesterday

(L-R) Chefs Andreas Caminada, Clare Smyth, Anne-Sophie Pic, Eneko Atxa, and Yannick Alléno attend Hublot Big Bang Night at Geneva Arena on April 02, 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland.

Inside the Big Bang watch party in Geneva

There’s supposedly an industry downturn and tariffs could worsen it. But head-turning new timepieces from Rolex and Grand Seiko were among the surprises.

March

Charlotte Smith in a Hardy Amies suit from the 1970s, part of her 5000-strong collection of fashion history, part of which will now go to the National Museum of Australia.

Australia’s largest private fashion collection goes up for sale

A piece of this historic wardrobe could be yours, with prices starting from $25.

From left: Michael Schumacher, Roger Federer, Ash Barty, Mark Webber and Daniel Ricciardo have all been in “commercial marriages” with watch brands.

Sports stars keep shifting their watch brand allegiances

It’s an ever-changing parade of famous faces touting luxury watch brands.

What’s driving the new CEO of this luxury watch brand? Audacity

Hublot’s Julien Tornare is chasing GOATs and wants his brand to be known as the world’s most audacious.

Out-of-control watch price rises give housing a run for its money

Welcome to watches you’d mortgage your house for – if you have a spare house.

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February

Shoppers at Lovisa’s Melbourne CBD store. The company’s network is expanding toward 1000 outlets.

Lovisa’s global ambition takes shape as 1000th store looms

But investors in the fast-fashion chain backed by billionaire Brett Bundy are also concerned about the company’s ability to control costs as it rapidly expands.

January

Snag the greatest tote out there or swan dive into cocktail napkins

Imagine our delight when we finally found the perfect leather work bag that doesn’t cost the earth. If money’s no object, we have great picks for you too.

Patek Philippe’s owner is thinking of the next generation

It’s almost impossible to get your hands on a piece from this luxury watch brand. Thierry Stern might be the reason why.

Proper Goods founder Ben Walters

From struggle street to top distributor of the world’s coolest eyewear

“You learn quickly that no one is going to hand you anything,” says the founder of Proper Goods, supplier to 25 per cent of Australia and New Zealand’s independent optometrists.

December 2024

Shiny baubles and practical must-haves to take you through summer

From diamonds to barbecues, this week’s Spend edit has been curated with everyone in mind.

It takes a village to fill a Santa sack. These experts are here to help

From under $50 to name your price, this selection of gifts is sure to provide the inspiration you’re looking for.

The love affair between watches and cars is only just revving up

Lamborghini, Porsche, Tag Heuer and Bulgari are just some of the brands that drive the connection between fancy watches and fast cars.

This year changed the watch world. What will 2025 bring?

One upside of the downturn in sales may be a new batch of striking timepieces on the horizon.

Founder and CEO of Clutch Glue Annabel Hay, whose company has had one of the largest pre-seed rounds globally.

The ill-fitting nightclub top behind a multimillion-dollar business

When Annabel Hay’s fashion tape let her down on a nightclub dance floor, her wardrobe malfunction became a fast-growing company selling modesty-saving glue.

Here’s what’s ticking, according to the CEOs of three top watch brands

Change is sweeping through the world of horology. We talk to these industry leaders about what’s on their minds.

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The wildest watchmakers in one place: inside Singapore’s watch fair

A who’s who of independent watch brands descended on Singapore’s IAMWATCH, part of the wave that is lifting watch fairs everywhere.

November 2024

Jeweller Bibi van der Velden takes inspiration from everywhere - except, perhaps surprisingly, from jewellery itself.

Mammoth tusks and jellyfish: how to bring jewellery ‘alive’

Starting with a sculpture helps jewellery designer Bibi van der Velden define in her mind her collections of ‘wearable works of art’.

Can a swimsuit really be one-size-fits-all?

Georgiana Huddart had fond memories of the 1980s brand Hunza. So she bought the business, and has made it a runaway success.

Dior Cruise necklace.

Seriously chic picks for the silly season

Getting ready to party? Preload your wardrobe and dining table with these luxe items.

Jewellery’s hottest trend? Raiding Nanna’s treasure chest

Pinning on a brooch adds a stamp of your personal style. Here is a stunning selection to add to your treasure chest.

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