Luxury headlines for the week

Arushi Sakhuja

In the realm of luxury, it seems like no one ever sleeps. The whirlwind of new launches and the latest news undeniably draws us in. From jewellery to fashion, tech and new F&B openings, here is all that made luxury headlines this week.

Tiffany and Co. adds new pieces to their jewellery collection with Pharrell Williams 

After the success of the first jewellery line with Tiffany & Co. in May this year. They have unveiled the second iteration of the Tiffany Titan collection. Giving it a gorgeous and delicate upgrade, it features high-luster freshwater pearl and diamond pieces. “The inspiration of the collection comes from my affinity with the water; and the name of the collection, Titan’ draws influence from Poseidon, ruler of the sea, King of Atlantis. Atlantis is also the name of the community where I grew up in Virginia Beach,” Williams explained in a press statement. The newest designs, include necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings, with spear-like silhouettes using pearls.

U-boat comes to India 

The Italian luxury watchmaker U-Boat was introduced to India by Titan-owned Helios. Ahead of the festive season in India, the brand will be retailing  its premium analogue watches in India. Making it to this week’s luxury news, U-Boat start selling 41 different premium analogues watches which range between ₹1.22 lakh to ₹6 lakh. These watches will be available at 11 marquee Helios stores in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad and Kolkata. They can be purchased via Helios website as well.

The First Armani Caffé Opens in India at Jio World Plaza 

This just in!! Now you don’t have to fly all the way to Milan to have a hearty meal at the Armani Caffé. Located at the luxurious Jio World Plaza, BKC, Mumbai, the caffè is situated next to the Giorgio Armani boutique and offers a blend of fashion, lifestyle, and gastronomy. Inspired by Milan’s café culture, where food and style effortlessly come together, the Armani/Caffè Mumbai entices your senses with an authentic Italian menu. From delicate Carpaccio di Gamberi e Sedano Croccante to rich and creamy Pappa al Pomodoro e Burrata, and the freshness of the Insalata Cesare Armani, the menu boasts an array of Italian delicacies. Pasta enthusiasts can enjoy a selection including Spaghetti ai Tre Pomodori, Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina, and Lasagna Alle Verdure. Finally, indulge in the temptation of Pannacotta Alle Fragole and the zesty delight of the Crosta al Limone. The menu also features options like Tiramisu Chicco and Éclair alla Nocciola, providing a wide array of choices at Armani/Caffè.

HUEMN X Lays, a tasty collaboration

The world of fashion is buzzing with this tasty collaboration making headlines. Huemn has joined hands with Lays India for an exclusive, limited-edition merchandise collection. Inspired by Lay’s® beloved and iconic colours, this collection blends playful design with a vivid palette that celebrates the essence of both brands. Championing a laid back look, the piece range from oversized hoodies to tees and shirts, in bright colours like blue, green and yellow. Speaking on this Pranav Misra, Co-Founder, HUEMN said “As a brand, HUEMN has always championed wearable art that speaks to individualism and creativity. This partnership is a celebration of the love and connection people have with their favourite potato chips. It offers the community a chance to wear something that represents both comfort and the joy of snacking.”

Sony debuts the PlayStation 5 Pro

Gamers, this week’s luxury headlines has exciting news for you. Sony has announced the launch of the latest PlayStation 5 Pro coming on November 7! And this time the PS5 Pro is focused on a big three of new technologies; a larger GPU and speedier memory combine to deliver 45% faster rendering than the base PS5, advanced ray tracing that operates at double or triple the speeds of the base console, and an AI-driven upscaler that improves display resolution and image clarity.⁠ Priced at US$699, how eager are you to get your hands on this?

Daniel Roth releases a rose gold Tourbillon 

Spotlighting the pinnacle of horological artistry, this weeks luxury headlines is all about a new timepiece. Daniel Roth has unveiled a rose gold Tourbillon limited to 50 pieces. It features a ligné guilloché dial and open caseback to reveal exceptional finishings of the DR001 calibre, fitted with a beige leather strap and a manual movement. This year’s edition is largely similar to the one last year, just with a rose gold case and dial.