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Michael B. Jordan: Calvins or Nothing
Michael B. Jordan has taken Hollywood by storm in recent years, earning himself the title of one of the hottest stars in the industry. With his undeniable talent, and powerful on-screen presence, it’s no surprise […]
Elevate Your Gifting Game
You arrive at the festive gathering, clutching a sleek Montblanc box. Whispers of envy ripple through the room as you unveil the treasure, its unabashedly opulent design leaving everyone speechless. In that moment, you’ve […]
Backgammon: Back In Style
The history of backgammon goes back 5000 years and it’s had some low points along the way, including being banned by the Catholic Church in the middle ages. But it came back and had a […]
Cars
2025 G63 G Wagen – More Than a Letter
The G wagen is beautiful brick, barely changed in appearance since 1979. Scarcely a more iconic vehicle on the planet, it’s now a cultural icon, the ultimate gangster whip, while gracing the pages of luxury […]
The Ferrari 812 GTS: Reimagining a Legend
Ah Ferrari. It’s almost the default brand that comes to mind when you hear the term ‘sports car’. That hasn’t happened by accident; it’s the product of 81 year track record in designing some of […]
BMW X7 on a road trip: Big is Beautiful
The first impression of the BMW X7 is its size. It is not small, in or out. It’s a genuine seven-seater with a robust physical presence. The second thing you notice is the comfort, the […]
Designed For Those Who Live Fast – TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph I F1
Tag Heuer’s booth at Watches and Wonders was completely married to motorsport with two F1 cars decorating the booth. Their attachment to the sport goes almost all the way back to the debut of the […]
Crafts That Stands The Test Of Time
Of course there is a lot of automation that has sped up the production of goods these days but there is a lot to be said still for the painstaking crafts of old and to […]
TAG Heuer’s Triple Tribute: The Monaco Skeleton Dial Chronographs
Revving up the excitement for the prestigious 2023 Monaco Grand Prix, TAG Heuer has unleashed a trio of avant-garde timepieces that push the boundaries of horological design. With a nod to their racing heritage, the […]
Fashion
Maduro Shop The Look
Just because special forces have swung through your window, killed all your security guards, knocked out your entire military defence systems and smuggled you onto a black helicopter to god knows where doesn’t mean you […]
Don West, The Oscars and The Best in Fashion This Autumn
Don West Got Dapper If you’re wondering why Australian singer Don West and his band are looking even more dapper than usual it’s because of a light kiwi touch of style. Karen Walker and her […]
The Italian Connection
In the fashion world, there’s a particular kind of confidence which puts more focus on the details of something as opposed to the loud, logo-first stuff that tries to shout its net worth at strangers. […]
Man Made
The BMW R 1250 R is an axe in a world of knives
What is it? A naked sports bike? A street bike? A roadster? It’s all of them and none of them. The BMW R 1250 R is an axe in a world of knives. From carving […]
The TE-1 – An Electric Triumph?
In the transportation transition to electrical, you really have to feel the sorriest for motorbike designers. Unlike other vehicles who can hide their propulsion away under some fancy industrial design, motorbikes (as their name would […]
Making the outdoors great again
The outdoors has a marketing department that deserves a pay rise. It’s convinced an entire generation that “disconnecting” is best achieved by buying more gear, driving further away, and then sleeping in a flapping nylon […]
Drink
The Maverick Who Launched Single Malt Whisky To The World
While single malt whisky might generally be considered to be the bee’s knees (technically speaking) compared to blended, the category has only really been around since the early 1960s. Prior to this, Scotland’s commercial whisky […]
How To Food Match Your Whisky
The other day I was asked ‘what food should I have with whisky?’ I replied that there are only three things to have with a whisky – a cigar; a little water; and yet more […]
Whisky Alert: Limited Edition Dalmore Coming to New Zealand
On the banks of the Cromarty Firth you’ll find the historic warehouses of The Dalmore stocked to the brim with whisky casks patiently maturing. The cool November air is perfect for inspection week, as the […]
