Slightly unexpected in their asymmetry, the pieces in the new Liens de Chaumet collection come in four different variations – 18-karat white, yellow, and rose gold with brilliant cut diamond set crossed links, as well as a full pave version. Symbolising the love between two people (Liens means “connections” in French), the new asymmetric rings are surely a way to express your sentiments in a bold, enduring way.
Picks of the day
A delicate reinterpretation of a classic scent
Chanel No.5 is a fragrance iconic in its synonymity with glamour, elegance, and the preferred “sleepwear” of Marilyn Monroe. Eau Premiere is a softer interpretation of this classic, and is decidedly more wearable for those who like a more delicate version that incorporates the original ingredients of No.5, namely rose absolute, jasmine, neroli, and ylang-ylang. We like the limited edition form of the Chanel No.5 Eau Premiere, which comes in a sleek refillable spray bottle.
An expression of elegant dandyism
Straddling the line between an evening watch and a piece of jewellery, Chaumet's Dandy Arty "Open-Face" edition adds to a collection that pays tribute to a legacy dating back to the 19th century. Having seduced the dandies of fashion, art, and literature since its inception, Chaumet presents a new edition of the Dandy Arty collection watch that features a semi-open, asymmetric dial, sporting an off-centred minute and hour display with a "Côtes de Genève" pattern on the movement plate. The signature oval-shaped case houses the Calibre CP 12V-V with self-winding movement that has a straight-line lever escapement, a shock absorber for improved resistance, and a self-compensating flat balance spring.
A travel companion to suit the modern man
Don’t overlook this seemingly nondescript piece from Alfred Dunhill’s spring/summer 2012 collection – the suit carrier in water- and scratch-resistant Chassis leather is made for lightweight convenience, yet still boasts a masculine, sturdy design. It features a foldable metal garment hanger, full zip opening for easy access, and a separate zipped back pocket for shirts or accessories.
Treat your hands right with this fragrant, ultra nourishing cream
The fragrant blue blossoms of wisteria are a quintessential part of the English countryside, and now they’ve been captured in Crabtree & Evelyn’s new Wisteria bath and body collection. We’ve put the Hand Therapy cream in the spotlight for its thoroughly moisturising properties, thanks to a formula of shea butter, macadamia nut oil, and wisteria extract.
Channel a bold gothic edge in this unique Karl dress
Part of a new capsule collection of limited edition cocktail dresses from Karl Lagerfeld's new line, Karl, this head-turning full-length piece features an unexpected juxtaposition of textures and details. The structuredness of the tuxedo-style collar, lapels, and belted waist are tempered by touches of sheer tulle on the sleeves and fishtail hem, and the result is a strong, edgy look. As with all the dresses in this capsule collection, it comes with a certificate, serial number, and a sketch of the dress by Karl Lagerfeld that makes for a real collectible.
