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The last thing the world needs is another perfume brand—yet Perfumehead, a seven-scent, $425-a-bottle upstart, is hijacking nostrils and headlines with high-voltage extracts, genderless allure and a cinematic LA “osmocosm” that actually smells original.
Egyptian jewellery legend Azza Fahmy steps beyond the jewel box, teaming up with Beirut’s textile mavericks Bokja on a capsule that wraps history, homeware flair and heirloom-level craftsmanship into vivid, wearable stories.
If we could offer three words of advice to make any flight feel less long-haul, they would be: comfort, comfort, and comfort. That’s not to say you should join the masses and opt for some saggy sweatpants and a neck support. Definitely not. Instead, we’d recommend you channel the philos…
In case you weren’t aware, Delta Airlines (America’s oldest airline – and its best according to the Wall Street Journal’s annual ranking) has enjoyed a long-running partnership with Porsche. Over the years it has sporadically used Cayennes and Panameras for shuttling passengers in a han…
Get ready to hop on MENA’s first luxury sleeper train. Due to begin service in Saudi Arabia at the end of 2025, the expectation is that the ‘Dream of the Desert’ will enter the pantheon of iconic rail journeys like the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, the Royal Scotsman, and Africa’s Rovo…
Have you ever dreamt of riding a magic carpet? “I can show you the world. Shining, shimmering splendid.” It’s something we’ve all fancied at one time or another. The great thing is it’s now possible thanks to Lift, the Puerto Rico-based pioneer of electric eFoils. As its co-founder, Nic…
There’s a whole world of television sets aimed at people who want something special and don’t mind paying for it. For example, there’s a 50,000 USD Bang & Olufsen called the Beovision Harmony 88 that’s not only the world’s first 88-inch 8K television set, it’s also the largest OLED …
The Vespera by Vaonis has been hailed as an ideal blend of telescope and camera. What it is though is the smallest telescope in the world, and one of the smartest you’ll come across too. Then again it better be as there’s no traditional eyepiece. Instead, you have to link it to your sma…
You probably haven’t heard of IXO (Iconic Xtrem Objects) but they’re Spanish carbon fibre prepreg experts, and their latest project was a collaboration with Bugatti in the form of the world’s most expensive pool table. Trust us when we say, this thing is mind-blowingly indulgent. The ta…
Leaving the house used to be a simple affair: wallet, check; keys, check; phone, check. Nowadays though, what with alcohol sprays, spare masks, antiseptic gel, wet wipes and gloves, not to mention added paraphernalia for the kids and, more often than not, husband, and you can understand…
CAN YOU TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT THE RETHINK PROJECT AND HOW LONG IT TOOK TO COME TO FRUITION? [Giuseppe Santoni] We believe in creating beautiful products in an ethical and responsible way. For us, beauty is not just the result, but also the method. Consequently, it has been over ten yea…
There were always influencers. The only difference was that the people who used to do the influencing normally affected change as a consequence of who they were, rather than as the result of some career goal or monetary incentive. Case in point, when Grace Kelly decided to hide her preg…
In the world of cognac, there’s Hennessy, and then there’s everything else. That’s because the French distillery – which is now a key component of the LVMH conglomerate – sells approximately 50 million bottles of the stuff every year. In percentage terms that means that Henn…
1. Daniel Lee only made his runway debut for Bottega Veneta a year and a half ago but in that time he has reimagined the house codes and launched a bunch of sought-after bags like the Pouch, Arco, Daisey, Snap and Casette. 2. What makes the Casette so cool is its weave of puffed and [&h…
There’s a certain pang of excitement you get when you fall in love with a product from a label you know little about. Well, that’s exactly how we felt when we first came across the fabulous jewellery of Karma Salman. Then we found out that she trained for years under both Se…
Back in July, Nike unveiled the most stunning trainers it has ever created for women. Devised in collaboration with Virgil Abloh’s streetwear brand, Off-White, they’re a collector’s item you’ll actually want to wear, not just keep. There is so much to admire in t…
Let’s put aside the fact that Hublot makes a looooot of special editions because this one’s much more than just ‘another’ limited Classic Fusion. For starters, it took five years to develop. It also features Eastern Arabic numerals (on a sunburst grey dial). And finally, it has a custom…
The 400 USD Quest is Oculus’ (aka Facebook’s) fourth consumer VR headset and it’s the one you’re going to want to own. It was released in May and like the slightly older Go unit, it’s a standalone design that doesn’t need to be connected to a phone or a PC. But where the Go is […]
Made neither from wood, nor housed within an enclosure, Ironic by Oswalds Mills Audio is a mind-blowing set of speakers that look as spectacular as they sound. Considering music can potentially alter your state of consciousness and even change your brain chemistry, it’s not surprising O…
If you enjoy the good things in life, try incorporating luxury accessories that go that little bit further. Left to right: Pelletessuta backpack in dark brown by Ermenegildo Zegna, 3,450 USD – Patterned tie by Ermenegildo Zegna, 210 USD – RM 62-01 Tourbillon Vibrating Alarm …
Net-a-Porter has compiled a list of cool gift ideas, from a bespoke Aquazzura experience in Florence to an ultimate spa weekend in Budapest with Omorovicza. Here’s a sample. 1. Reveries faux pearl and gold-tone beaded shoulder bag by Vanina, 420 USD – 2. Maluka velvet-trimme…
Because this time of year should be about giving without any thought of receiving, we asked Mr. Porter to curate the perfect presents. Photography: Andy Barter 1. Velvet Haze Eau De Parfum, Patchouli, Ambrette & Coconut Musk (50ml) by Byredo, 110 USD – 2. Materialism terrazzo …
Tom Ford has released a 29-piece capsule collection for Mr Porter that includes everything from outerwear to bags and jewellery. It’s a dapper way to usher in autumn.
If you don’t mind paying seven times the price of even the top pro-level paddles, then Tiffany has a highly collectable set of two ping pong rackets that can be yours for an eye-watering sum of 700 USD. Handcrafted in the USA, using reclaimed American walnut (instead of plywood) and top…
If you think perfume is just a concoction of top-notes and base-notes, think again. As the creator of ‘Fragrances Hubert Fattal’ tells it, the right scent actually has the power to be transcendent. Smell is one of the most powerful senses yet somehow we tend to give it less importance t…
Do you wish you could have a freshly brewed cup of coffee sitting on your bedside the moment you open your eyes? With the 445 USD Barisieur Coffee Alarm Clock you can. But maybe don’t put it right next to the bed though – first degree burns and all.
Arm yourself against the signs of ageing with the latest technology and beauty gadgets, courtesy of Net-a-Porter.
Much like matcha, kale and quinoa, CBD oil has risen from niche to mainstream in a very short time. What is CBD though? It’s one of the hundred or so chemical compounds of the marijuana plant, commonly known as cannabinoids. Crucially, it has proven to be an excellent natural remedy for…
There is nothing worse than a bulky wallet to ruin the slim and trim styles that are leading contemporary fashion trends. The best way around this is to simply cut down on any unnecessary stuff you’re carrying around. But if you want to go the whole hog then try ditching your wallet and…
Bang & Olufsen has updated its gorgeous cylindrical speaker, the Beosound 2, by adding Google Assistant and Apple Airplay 2 as built-in features. Much of the hardware remains the same, including the 3/4-inch tweeter that uses Acoustic Lens Technology to spread high frequencies aroun…
Net-a-Porter has just unveiled the Colombian Collective, a piping-hot curated selection by creative talent from the South American country. Whether you’re planning a sun-soaked winter getaway or just want to get ahead on what you’ll be wearing on the beach in a few months, N…
Smart luggage – that is, a bag that can charge your phone, tell you where it is at all times, or even weigh itself – is something that has so far failed to gain any traction with customers. And to further complicate matters, most airlines have now banned bags with integrated lithium-ion…
Shown for the first time at CES in January, LG’s new 49″ Class 32:9 UltraWide Dual QHD IPS Curved LED computer monitor is so wide you might need a new desk. It measures 49 inches in fact and the company says it was designed for people who normally use two 27-inch monitors side by …
Louis Vuitton has just revealed a beautiful new line of candles. Cast in handmade ceramic, the luxury decorations get a unique shape that is complemented with hand-sewn leather handles at their side. From left to right Dehors Il Neige, Feuilles d’Or, Île Blanche, L’Air du Jardin. LV Can…
If getting a gift for the woman in your life leaves you shuttering in fear of failure, fret no more. We’ve compiled a list of things she already loves, or will, as soon as she sets her eyes on them. Perfect for the woman with exquisite taste, young and old will appreciate your irr…
A lot of amazing things come across our desk here at OB, but we’ve compiled a list of those things that A) he probably doesn’t have or B) has one but needs a better one. The best part? There’s something for everyone on your list, from the hands-on DIY type to the cultu…
Have you ever wanted to be Iron Man? Perhaps you’ve simply longed to win a best costume prize at a Halloween party? Well, either way, you’d do well to check out buyfullbodyarmors.com. Not only can you score a 2,700 USD Mark 43 Iron Man suit from them (as shown here), you can also get yo…
Zero Mass Water has the potential to change the lives of billions of people by using the power of the sun to make clean drinking water out of thin air. Have you ever wished you could make something appear out of thin air? Well that’s exactly what Cody Friesen did, as the founder and CEO…
We all love the full-on cinematic experience of watching a movie at home on a massive television but the problem is what to do with such an ugly eyesore when it’s not in use. Sure you can buy a disappearing custom console or hide your TV behind a sliding panel of sorts, but Samsung has …
Being able to play your own tunes on a tiny digital contraption is nothing new yet compressed (MP3) files are robbing music of emotion and depth. The solution is hi-res digital audio and one particularly accessible and user-friendly system is the 3,500 USD Astell & Kern SP1000 from …
Recruited at the tender age of 15, Naomi Campbell ended up as one of the six most successful models of her generation; women who dominated the modelling world in the late 1980s and 90s, and who attained the rank of supermodel for the very first time. Also, thanks to her inimitable looks…
After a season of carefree fun in the sun, give your skin the love it deserves with a proper skin-care regimen. Because you’re worth it, too. All items available at mrporter.com
Unlike other e-bike manufacturers, LA-based Hi-Power Cycles don’t throw together pre-fab parts. Instead, they almost entirely craft their bicycles in-house, and in the case of their latest product, no cost was spared in its production process. Named the Revolution X, it took a team of a…
Uber clearly wasn’t messing around when it said it would launch a pay-as-you-go flying ride-sharing service to metropolitan skylines. Using the name Uber Elevate, they’ve now signed a Space Act Agreement with NASA to create a new air traffic control system to manage these low-flying aut…
Nimerology is a luxury tableware brand started by Nour Al Nimer, a half-Turkish half-Palestinian artist who grew up between Beirut and London. “When I was at Central Saint Martins, I came across a surface design course and realised that this kind of art surrounds us on a daily basis,” s…
Equipped with technology that can help avoid losing your luggage as well as paying airline overweight fees, Raden is a new smart luggage company aiming to change the future of travel. Raden, an original New York-based brand of luggage recently started by a 33-year-old Canadian entrepren…
Technogym doesn’t just make the best gym equipment in terms of design, comfort and ergonomics, it also promotes a lifestyle. Visit its new mega-office in Italy and you’ll find the company’s research and innovation centre, the production factory and an in-house university that offers tra…
Chances are, if you’ve ever walked into an Aesop shop, you won’t have forgotten it easily. I remember when I first did. It was in New York’s Grand Central Station, where entire walls were constructed from thousands of reclaimed issues of the New York Times. In places like France, Singap…
It is billions of years old yet still measured by its freshness and purity. Natural water is not only a precious resource it is genuinely big business —and a matter of philosophy.
Two Emirates A380 First Class tickets to Paris York: Not only will you be taking your loved one to the city of romance but you’ll be doing so in the most tremendous luxury that money can buy. For discerning egoists everywhere.
I have always been a little turned off by how some cigar smokers slice their smokes. You either see them chomping off the end as though it’s high-noon in some Western or you see them cutting off their Cuban’s perfect rounded cap with a sterling silver knife they’ve just eaten with. Disturb
A consummate cigar experience can rarely happen without the necessary accoutrements that come with the stogies themselves. Oussama Safa lends his specialist knowledge while delving into the fanatical world of humidors.
By Makram Salha Since 2000, Habanos, Cuba’s cigars marketing arm, has been releasing limited edition cigars annually, using their most prestigious brands. Two main differences set these limited editions apart from the regular line up. The first is that they release sizes (length in mm & gi
By Makram Salha Own Your Smoke Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar. And when it is a Cuban cigar, it is a lot more than that, according to my good friend and psychologist of choice to the Vatican and Italian courts, Salvatore Parisi. Recently, we happened to open the subject of bespoke cigar
Mature cigars display mellower flavours and an implicit subtleness that can only be discerned by the most discriminating smokers. If you want to enjoy the very best smoke, vintage cigars are the way to go, says Oussama Safa.
Bought in 2000 by luxury powerhouse Richemont, Montegrappa was at its most prolific in the 1930s, buoyed by a demand for exquisite fountain pens and a post-Depression boom. Makram Salha uncaps the appeal behind the breathtaking penmanship.