Le Carl Gustaf, the new king of St Barts
Considered one of the jewels of the Caribbean, Le Carl Gustaf has reopened its doors, now under the management of the Barrière Group. More than a 5-star hotel, this guest ...The new luxury lifestyle - van life
“Van life” is a social phenomenon. The idea of life in a converted van has swept the globe in the wake of the past year. The only thing left to ...Aston Martin designs its future
With the DBX, Aston Martin has come up with a devilishly attractive SUV, one that should help win over a new clientèle – more family-oriented but still passionate about sports ...Léa Seydoux and Emma Stone: two versions of a Louis Vuitton icon
Two stars for one bag, the Louis Vuitton Capucines. It's up to you to choose which side you're on. It's probably not a scheduling coincidence. In March 2021, the Capucines handbag ...Brazen luxury by Pinel & Pinel
Founded in Paris in 2004, the Pinel & Pinel factory has pulled off the extraordinary feat of reinventing the trunk-maker's craft. Thanks to a combination of boldness, careful creativity and ...Diamonds are forever... and so is a Rolex
The new yellow gold and diamond Lady-Datejust is a prime example (as if there were any doubting it!) of Rolex’s extraordinary mastery of jewellery-making techniques applied to watch-making. This isn’t ...The Alpine we’ve all been waiting for
Since its rebirth at the end of 2017, Alpine has regained its aura among car purists. Now the task is to keep the dream alive, a mission which has been ...The recovered splendour of the Hôtel de la Marine, Paris
Four years of restoration works have breathed life back into this gem of 18th-century architecture, which is opening its doors to the public for the first time. SoBARNES was fortunate ...Is the Audi e-tron GT the world's most beautiful electric car?
With the e-tron GT and its body-built twin sister the RS, Audi are making a statement: 2021 is a breakthrough year in all respects and the big news is that ...The Bourse de Commerce: the new Parisian temple of contemporary art
Contemporary art lovers are waiting with bated breath: on 22 May 2021 the Bourse de Commerce in Paris will be re-opening its doors after years of renovation works to house one of ...Bag a piece of the Carlton at auction
It’s an opportunity you don't get every day, even in Cannes: in preparation for the makeover of the Carlton which will see the hotel close its doors until 2023, its ...The Ulysse Nardin UFO
To celebrate its 175th anniversary, Ulysse Nardin is presenting the UFO, a swinging table clock and clock-making masterpiece. 175 years ago, in 1846, Swiss watchmaker Ulysse Nardin created the eponymous ...Crillon Le Brave: a rooftop overlooking Mont Ventoux
More than a hotel, Crillon Le Brave is the heart and soul of the village it takes its name from. This 5-star hide-away facing Mont Ventoux is one of Provence’s ...The submarine for the modern-day Nemo
Did you know that you can buy your very own submarine? Thanks to the Dutch manufacturer U-Boat Worx, you can explore the abysses without compromising on comfort. Who hasn't dreamed ...Christopher Guy, mirror mirror on the wall
You may not have known who designed them, but you’ve certainly already seen them. The Christopher Guy mirror frames have asserted their unique style, from Hollywood film sets to statement ...Victoire de Castellane takes us behind the scenes of Dior Joaillerie
With Gem Dior, Victoire de Castellane is celebrating her love of jewels by presenting a collection combining watches and jewellery for the very first time. An opportunity for the Artistic ...A lesson in design from Harley Davidson
They say that if you want something done right, you have to do it yourself - well Harley-Davidson has proved it again with the launch of Icons, a new collection ...Apple and Hermès on a winning streak
Because you never change a winning team, Apple and Hermès are extending their partnership, forged in 2015, with the release of a series of connected yet elegant accessories. Starting with ...Longchamp moves in to the net
Is the net bag set to oust the wicker basket as the chic urban shopping accessory? That’s what Longchamp has in mind in any case with Le Pliage Filet, the ...The Mystery Clock: a Cartier legend
The Mystery Clocks produced by Cartier in the ’20s and ’30s are coveted among watch enthusiasts. The clock presented for sale by Piasa on 19 May is one of a kind. ...The collection of Kenzo Takada under the hammer
The legendary Kenzo Takada, who passed in October 2020, has left his mark on the history of fashion. Artcurial is holding two auctions dedicated to the designer in May, one ...Audemars Piguet joins forces with Super Heroes
If you’re an Avengers fan at heart, you’ll be as excited as we are by the launch of the Royal Oak Concept Black Panther Flying Tourbillon. A watchmaking marvel that ...Ruinart, or the nobility of the blanc de blancs
The arrival of a new Dom Ruinart blanc de blanc cuvée is always an event amongst champagne lovers. And the newly launched 2009 vintage is no exception. SoBARNES is bubbling ...BMW goes in for extravagance
Based on the R 18, already considered a masterpiece in design in its own right, BMW has given free rein to the Kingston Custom workshop to create the breathtaking motorbike ...At the Ralph Lauren jazz club
For want of an in-person show, the presentation of the Spring/Summer 2021 collection from Ralph Lauren took the form of a shimmering, elegant and VIP jazz concert. It’s become a new ...
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