2016

History of Innovation

Carl f. Bucherer pieces are near the top of many aficionados’ wish lists, due largely to the fact that, under their pretty faces, there are some of the most intriguing movements and complications to be found anywhere. Perhaps not as…

Lamborghini’s Latest V10

Virtuozity gets behind the wheel of Lamborghini’s latest V10 junior supercar. The biggest question for any engineer is what to do next after you build a truly great car. What happens when the boss knocks on your office door and…

The Future of Tradition

Virtuozity speaks exclusively with Lionel Betoux, the CEO and owner of independent Swiss watchmaker Cabestan. the niche Brand specialises in creating incredible, ultra-luxurious timepieces, featuring fascinating movements developed entirely in- house – Betoux says that the mantra is creating the…

Palm-Style Living

Aptly named after the Palm Jumeirah, Fairmont The palm, Dubai, is the latest flagship for the luxury hotel company. Opened in late 2012, this property features 381 guest- rooms and suites, including two presidential suites, 3,000 square metres of meeting…

Apple’s iPad Pro

Apple’s new iPad Pro, which comes with a 12.9-inch screen, is now available across the Middle East. Along with the device itself, new accessories, such as the Apple Pencil and the new Smart Keyboard, are also available. “The early response…

Jacob & Co.’s Astronomia Sky

“As a sailor heading toward the seas driven by the celestial vault, I found my star: the Astronomia Sky”, says Jacob Arabo, founder of Jacob & Co. Those words sum up how we feel about this beautiful piece of horlogerie,…

A Fresh Victory

Paco Rabanne releases the latest addition to its men fragrances’ roster, Invictus Aqua. First launched in 2013, Invictus is one of the flagship collections of the perfumer. Compared to his brothers, 1 Million and Black XS, Invictus Aqua has a…

Carl F. Bucherer: Made of Lucerne

On the sidelines of Baselworld 2016, the Swiss watchmaker releases a new brand film redefining the manufacture’s vision. “Carl F. Bucherer possesses an extraordinary heritage. We are continuing to develop ourselves by going back to our roots and reinterpreting them…

A Considered Approach To Relaxed Friday

The Rare Brunch, from the Porterhouse Steakhouse Restaurant at the Sofitel Dubai The Palm, does things a little differently from your regular Friday brunch in Dubai. While the norm is a tipsy affair with too much bubbly and, let’s be…

Icon Reimagined

Vacheron Constantin updates its Overseas collection. Vacheron Constantin has reinvented one of its iconic collections, overseas, crating five new models (12 references) equipped with the brand’s own movements—including three new calibres. All models, whether in steel or gold, from the simplest…