Part of the "The Flower Market" collection, the Collier Broche Vase Berlingot is an exquisite 9-karat yellow gold piece featuring a unique textured finish. Retailing for €5,100.00, this versatile accessory is engineered to serve as both a brooch and a pendant. It acts as a foundational element in a customizable jewelry bouquet system, allowing the wearer to create a bespoke look by adding modular center and side flowers that are available for purchase separately.
The UTMB World Series stands as the premier international trail running circuit, encompassing more than 60 distinct events spanning five continents that serve as official gateways to the prestigious UTMB Mont-Blanc Finals. This comprehensive ecosystem is anchored by three core components: the collection of Running Stones to secure qualification, a performance-based UTMB Index used to evaluate runner ability, and the UTMB Live platform, which provides real-time tracking for participants and fans alike.
The World's Highest Marathon, a collaboration between BecomingX and Adventure Alternative, challenges participants to complete a full 42.2 km course across the stunning Bolivian Altiplano. Kicking off at an elevation of 4,810 meters, this extreme event is surprisingly accessible, as the organizers provide a comprehensive two-week acclimatization program to ensure runners are prepared for the altitude. Although the setting is intense, the official guidelines state that you do not need to be an elite athlete or a seasoned mountaineer to register for the 2027 expedition.
For the first time since 2022, France’s Ministry of Tourism has expanded its prestigious "Palace" distinction, awarding the highly coveted honor to six new exceptional properties. Reserved for elite establishments that transcend traditional five-star hospitality, the newly designated luxury hotels span across the country's most iconic regions. The capital welcomes three new additions with the Bulgari Hotel Paris, Cheval Blanc Paris, and Fouquet’s Paris. Beyond Paris, the exclusive title was granted to the Four Seasons Megève in the French Alps, the Hôtel Martinez in Cannes, and the Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa in the historic Champagne region.
To honor the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe's birth, Blancpain has introduced the Ladybird Tribute (Ref. 0091M-9442-63A), a highly exclusive 2026 cocktail watch limited to just seven unique pieces. This exquisite timepiece showcases an Art Deco-inspired 18k white gold case measuring 35mm by 16mm and is adorned with 85 brilliant diamonds. Driven by the manual-winding Caliber 510, each of the seven distinct watches is paired with a custom, color-coded, double-wrap strap, blending high horology with Hollywood glamour.
In a strategic move to broaden its identity as a comprehensive lifestyle brand, the Timex Group has acquired stakes in the jewelry companies Jane Win and Pictures on Gold. This expansion allows the traditional watchmaker to diversify its product portfolio beyond timekeeping, integrating curated and personalized jewelry into its broader market offerings.
In a significant move toward industry transparency, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has acquired a 30 percent stake in Tracr, the De Beers-backed blockchain platform designed to track diamonds from the mine to the consumer. This investment underscores GIA's commitment to verifiable supply chains and marks the initial phase of transitioning Tracr into an independent, industry-wide platform. Although De Beers currently maintains a 70 percent majority ownership, the ultimate vision is to dilute this share by onboarding diverse stakeholders from across the entire diamond pipeline, including competing producers.
Building on the success of its initial five-city tour last year, The 1916 Company is moving forward with the 2026 edition of its "Coast to Coast Roadshow." This multi-city traveling exhibition showcases a curated selection of Rolex Certified Pre-Owned timepieces. The current tour is already underway, having launched earlier this year with early stops in Denver, Colorado, and Scottsdale, Arizona.
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