'I try to let go of what everyone else is doing'
Her pieces are instantly recognisable, yet Claire Aristides has a gift for making pieces that are intensely personal.
Tasmania makes it big on world map
Tasmania has reinvented itself as Australia's favourite luxury escape, but not without controversy.
Why this luxury jeweller won't lend to celebs
Bayco Jewels' client list includes VIPs, royalty and discerning Australia buyers, too. Creative director Marco Hadjibay pays a visit to meet some of his brand's best ambassadors.
How to live for 100 years€ and stay in good shape
Australians over 90 are the fastest-growing segment of the population. Here's how to reach 100 in the best possible shape.
The cooking school where chefs learn to save the world
Not content with creating exquisite edibles, the Basque Culinary Centre trains chefs to nourish the planet.
The handbag that's taken Australia by storm
With no background in fashion design, Desley Maidment and Brigitte MacGowan came up with a handbag that has taken Australia by storm.
This man's the toast of Tasmania
Meet George Burgess, the gin maker who distills the island's wild ingredients in a single shot.
Ballerina's surprising strong pointe
The Royal Ballet's principal may be disciplined in her quest for dance perfection, but she knows no boundaries when it comes to luxury handbags.
Ski technology takes off
The snow ski has evolved extensively in recent years, enabling the humblest skiier to move mountains.
Why skincare should be more like fine dining
Skincare has something in common with haute cuisine – only the finest natural ingredients will do, says Sodashi founder Megan Larsen.
The Himalayan version of Airbnb
Villagers in the Indian Himalaya are leasing their houses to a travel company that retrofits them for discerning adventurers.
Symond's superyacht launches in Holland
Aussie John Symond has a new 73-metre toy, just in time for his 70th birthday party in Monaco.
Wrist watches are a tough sell for millenials
Watch sales are plummeting but the industry is struggling to develop webbed-up products.
How to make a statement this autumn
The secret to making a statement this autumn? Signature pieces that combine contemporary chic with a timeless twist.
On the trail of Rome's forgotten past
There's more to the Eternal City than meets the eye.
Adventures with your inner archaeologist
Archaeology tours showcase humankind's enduring ingenuity.
Slow down in the fast lane: a Los Angeles 'mancation'
Why do men have active holidays? It's time to try out some downtime, Beverly-Hill style.
Forget Kindle, this is how to build a library
Imagine having enough time to indulge in a bespoke library. Now there are companies that create one for you.
Welcome to the world of smartphone fintechs
Whip out your smartphone and take out a loan – financial decisions can now be executed at the tap of a finger.
Revealed: the private life of banks
The Brett Whiteley hanging in the toilet should alert you that this is no ordinary bank branch. Welcome to private banking.
Does Mexican food taste better in Mexico?
Time-honoured rituals are the secrets ingredients that set Mexico's cuisine apart.
Are hypercars worth the wait list?
If acceleration's your thing and money's no object, tomorrow's hypercars are the ultimate anticipation.
Jakalope hotel: memories are made of this
It's the little extras that make Australia's latest boutique hotel a memorable luxury experience.
The strait-laced origins of complicated watches
Winding back the clock explains our fascination with elaborate timepieces.
How microchips are shaking up champagne
Moët & Chandon cellar master Benoit Gouez is a patient man: it took 15 years to create the house's latest release.
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