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Mum’s The Word; The Best Luxury Mother’s Day Gifts

AR Staff — Sat, 02 May 2026 06:54:14 +0000

Yes, we should appreciate our mums everyday. However, it can often be difficult to find the right words to express how much the matriarchs and maternal figures in our lives mean to us — Mother’s Day acts as an opportunity to show them we care. While quality time—read: without looking at your phone! Actually talking to each other—spent together is often the best gift, we’re of the opinion that a thoughtful tangible expression of your appreciation never goes amiss. While […]

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For The Girls; The Best Women’s Watches Put The ‘Wonder’ In Watches & Wonders 2026

AR Staff — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 07:36:46 +0000

Let’s be honest. No matter how many times watch brands and new watch media proclaim that “all watches are unisex!” and “anyone can wear anything!” when introducing the latest 44mm clonker—while modelling said timepiece on an impossibly hirsute wrist, we might add—there’s no denying that watches are, to an extent, gendered. Beyond the obvious question of size, there’s often a certain degree of tension between fashion and function, with the argument made that women’s watches should address the former while […]

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The Dispatch: Our Favourite Releases From Watches & Wonders 2026

AR Staff — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:29:49 +0000

With 66 brands exhibiting at Watches & Wonders 2026, there are hundreds—if not thousands—of new watch releases coming out of Geneva. But between lauded manufactures simply throwing out red herrings in the form of new metal and dial configurations and innovative timepieces from independent brands going under the radar, it can be difficult to find the best releases simply by sifting through wrap ups that simply run through every watch released by a brand (but if that’s your flavour, we’ve […]

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20 Valentine’s Day Gifts He Won’t Have To Pretend To Like

AR Staff — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:22:27 +0000

Another year, another Valentine’s Day. While you mightn’t think the man in your life is the Valentine’s Day gift giving kind, there’s a good chance that he’s currently ruminating on what to get you to suitably commemorate the hallmark holiday. As a general rule, unless you and your partner have discussed and explicitly agreed—and pinky sworn!—not to celebrate Valentine’s Day, he’s probably expecting some sort of gift or token come the 14th of February. When it comes to buying the […]

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A Cynic’s Guide To The Best Valentine’s Day Gifts For Her

AR Staff — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:22:11 +0000

Well well well, fancy seeing you here. You didn’t think you’d be here, did you, perusing a Valentine’s Day gift guide like all the other indoctrinated saps? You ignored the numerous Valentine’s Day gift guides pushed out by our peers the second Mr Claus squeezed his rotund derrière back up the chimney, and yet here you are less than a week out from the 14th of February. If you’ve reluctantly clicked on our ridiculously last-minute gift guide, there’s a good […]

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The Wrap Up: Every Watch Release From LVMH Watch Week 2026

AR Staff — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:30:02 +0000

LVMH Watch Week is now in its seventh year. Taking place ahead of Watches & Wonders, the watch fair exclusively spotlights the horological novelties from the luxury conglomerate’s portfolio. Traditionally, dedicated manufactures Bulgari, Hublot, Zenith, and TAG Heuer account for the bulk of new releases, however Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Gérald Genta, Daniel Roth, and L’Epée 1839 also contribute a selection of novelties. Both the Gérald Genta and Daniel Roth brands have been revived under La Fabrique du Temps, […]

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This Is The Recipe For The Perfect Christmas Present For Men

AR Staff — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:11:29 +0000

Many gift guides for men lament the difficulty of shopping for men in general, concluding with the sage advice of giving the guys in your life something known as an ‘elevated luxury’; namely, a product that is both functional and stylish. It’s basically just an upgrade of what he already has or needs — “Oh, he needs a new suitcase? Have you considered…this expensive suitcase? How about a leather luggage tag to go with it??” And that’s fine. Welcome, even. […]

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Don’t Get Her Exactly What She Wants For Christmas This Year

AR Staff — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 04:58:26 +0000

We know what you’re thinking: “What??” Indeed, when it comes to selecting the best gifts for women, common dictum emphasises the importance of showing you care by listening and getting her that exact thing she’s been talking about all year. When it comes to Christmas, this advice might be correct — but it sure ain’t right. The time for getting her exactly what she wants is her birthday. There’s a reason we don’t do birthday gift guides; she’s already told […]

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The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide For 2025

AR Staff — Sat, 23 Aug 2025 10:20:25 +0000

Dads often brush off requests for gift ideas with a flippant “I don’t want anything” but it’d be remiss to take them at their word. And, filial duty dictates that our fathers and father figures do indeed receive something on Father’s Day. This year, Father’s Day takes place on Sunday, the 7th of September, 2025 in Australia. Steer away from dedicated Father’s Day gift curations in department stores and supermarkets; we can assure you dad doesn’t want another ‘World’s Best […]

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Freja New York Has Released An Affordable Take On The East-West Bag

AR Staff — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 02:09:54 +0000

Affordable handbag brand Freja New York has become a favourite among celebrities and influencers for its sleek silhouettes, neutral hues, and seasonless approach. While the brand’s range spans tote bags, weekenders, and shoulder bags, the latter category is a street style standout. In particular, styles like the Chrystie and Caroline offer a fresh take on the east-west handbag trend; Chrystie in a slouchy-yet-structured way and Caroline in a sculptural ‘90s-inspired format. Related: Go Long; Why You Need An East-West Bag […]

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