Neha Mehrotra
25-May-2026
From statement watches and luxury boutiques to destination-led hospitality, here’s everything making waves in the world of fashion, travel, design and lifestyle.
1. Visit California Strengthens India Connect Through Basketball & Cultural Exchange
The Sacramento Kings and Visit California expanded their presence in India through a series of youth-led community initiatives and appearances at BUDX NBA House in New Delhi. Building on the Kings’ historic 2019 Mumbai visit for India’s first NBA game, the week-long activations focused on inspiring young basketball fans and fostering cultural exchange. Highlights included a community basketball takeover at BSES Basketball Academy, a youth engagement programme at the U.S. Embassy’s American Center, and interactive fan experiences featuring Kings legend Vlade Divac, the Kings dancers, and mascot Slamson. The organisations also hosted a networking evening exploring sports and tourism, reinforcing California’s appeal as a global travel and lifestyle destination.
2. Manish Malhotra and A Dot Announce India’s First Designer Destination for Grand Celebrations
Manish Malhotra and A Dot are collaborating to create a distinctive, design-led experience for India’s next generation of luxury celebrations. This partnership fuses couture sensibility with spatial storytelling to redefine the emotion of Indian weddings. Hosted within one of Delhi NCR’s most expansive luxury venues, A Dot is renowned for its pillarless architecture, soaring ceiling heights, and grand-format infrastructure specifically designed for high-profile events. Manish Malhotra’s creative vision has already marked landmark cultural events, including the wedding festivities of Isha Ambani in Udaipur and his recent role as Creative Director for the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. By integrating fashion, décor, and cinematic storytelling, this collaboration establishes a globally resonant approach to how modern Indian weddings are imagined and experienced.
3. Tumi Presents the Mediterranean Escape in India
TUMI introduced “Mediterranean Escape", its Spring 2026 seasonal collection inspired by the warmth and rhythm of the Mediterranean coast. Bringing expressive new colours, prints, and textures across TUMI’s most iconic silhouettes, the campaign transports viewers to Spain. At the heart of the collection is a bold new seasonal palette introduced across key TUMI collections, including the iconic 19 Degree Collection. Building on its global debut, TUMI brought “Mediterranean Escape” to India with an immersive event in Mumbai. Headlined by actress Janhvi Kapoor, the experience welcomed over 120 guests and celebrities, immersive workshops, and the essence of coastal Spain. Signature styles from the 19 Degree, Voyageur, Olas, and Belden collections were presented through elevated, colour-led installations that reflected the collection’s destination-driven aesthetic.
4. Michael Kors Opens New Lifestyle Store at DLF Avenue Mall, Saket, New Delhi
Michael Kors has opened a new Lifestyle store at DLF Avenue Mall, Saket, the brand’s latest address in New Delhi. Spanning 1,905 square feet, the store is designed to offer the most complete Michael Kors experience in the city, housing the brand’s full range of collections for women and men under one roof, including handbags, footwear, watches, fragrances, jewellery, and eyewear from the Michael Kors Collection. Additionally, the store also has dedicated offerings from Michael Kors Men's, covering leather goods, ready-to-wear, footwear, and small leather goods.
5. Hublot Launches the Spirit of Big Bang Essential Taupe
Hublot has unveiled the Spirit of Big Bang Essential Taupe, the fifth edition in its highly anticipated Essential series. Released exclusively online, the collection continues the brand’s monochrome design language with a refined taupe palette across two limited-edition models — a 42 mm titanium chronograph and a 32 mm stainless steel automatic watch. Notably, the 32 mm version marks the first diamond-free execution in the Spirit of Big Bang line, embracing a cleaner and more minimal aesthetic. Both timepieces feature interchangeable rubber and Velcro straps in matching taupe tones and are limited to 200 pieces each. Powered by Hublot’s in-house self-winding movements, the watches are available exclusively via Hublot with the brand’s extended 5+5 warranty programme.
6. TimeVallée Launches a New Boutique in Hyderabad
Art of Time announces the inauguration of its fourth TimeVallée boutique in India, marking its entry into Hyderabad. The boutique hosts eight prestigious Maisons: Baume & Mercier, Cartier, Grand Seiko, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Panerai, Piaget, Roger Dubuis, and Tag Heuer. Each Maison is presented in an individually branded space with advisors that offer expert advice on each timepiece. You can also find a VIP salon and an outdoor Time Café nestled within a charming garden.
7. Jacob & Co. Unveils its First Delhi Boutique at DLF Emporio
Jacob & Co. announces the inauguration of its first boutique in Delhi at DLF Emporio in partnership with Ethos Watches. The Delhi boutique will serve as a destination for collectors and connoisseurs seeking the brand’s most exceptional timepieces and high jewellery creations. The boutique will feature an exclusive curation of Jacob & Co.’s most celebrated high-complication timepieces, including Casino Tourbillon, Astronomia Regulator, The World Is Yours Dual Time Zone, Epic X Ram Janmabhoomi, and Epic X Sher-e-Punjab, alongside an array of bespoke and custom editions. In addition, the boutique will present an exquisite selection of high jewellery masterpieces, featuring rare gemstones and exceptional craftsmanship.
8. Movado Launches Heritage 1917 Collection
Movado unveiled its Heritage 1917 collection as an ode to 145 years of Swiss craftsmanship and design excellence. The anniversary will be commemorated through a series of product launches that revive original designs, alongside global events and brand experiences. Inspired by Movado’s first square, Art Deco–influenced watch from 1917, the collection preserves the original silhouette while updating it with contemporary engineering. It features a unilink bracelet or tan Italian leather straps and a sunburst ombré dial with Arabic numerals. Powered by the Swiss automatic Sellita SW200 movement, visible through an exhibition caseback, the watch comes in two sizes with sapphire crystal. Design details include the signature “M” crown or an archival floral motif on the smaller model.
9. Breitling Introduces Two New Superocean Heritage India Editions
Swiss watchmaker Breitling has introduced two limited-edition Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic 42 India Editions, available exclusively in India. Inspired by the brand’s iconic 1950s dive watches, the collection includes a dark green dial version limited to 100 pieces and a dark red dial edition limited to 50 pieces. Crafted in stainless steel with 18k red gold accents, both watches are powered by the manufacture Caliber B31 movement with a 78-hour power reserve. Designed for both performance and style, the timepieces combine retro-inspired aesthetics with modern precision and 200-metre water resistance.
10. Aman Sveti Stefan Re-opens for the Summer Season
Luxury hospitality brand Aman has announced the reopening of Aman Sveti Stefan for the 2026 season, beginning with Villa Milo?er, Queen’s Beach, King’s Beach and the Aman Spa on 22 May, followed by the iconic island of Sveti Stefan on 1 July. Located near Budva and the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor, the retreat blends Adriatic coastal charm with Aman’s signature wellness and hospitality. Guests can experience elegant suites, the expansive Aman Spa, a state-of-the-art fitness centre and multiple dining venues, including Arva, Piazza and the Cliff Bar, each celebrating seasonal Adriatic flavours and panoramic sea views.
11. UCUORO Unveils its First Pet Furniture Collection
UCUORO launches its first-ever PET Furniture collection. The UCUORO Pet Collection debuts with 10 different designs across feeding, sleep, play, and storage, all developed through a year-long R&D process with veterinarians, pet behaviourists, and interior designers. The collection includes a lounger, a sofa, a stool, a rocker and more. The furniture pieces are not just aesthetic but also meet the needs of your pets. The perfect fabric, the right ergonomics and the eye for detail are worth appreciating.
12. AE Living Launches the SILVAÉ Collection
AE Living, a luxury furniture brand, has launched the Silvaé collection, a series of furniture pieces defined by restraint, material clarity, and measured detail. The palette centres on ivory, sand, and soft beige, allowing accents of amber to emerge with quiet emphasis. At its core is the Bentley Sofa. Its curved form establishes a gentle spatial flow, encouraging movement and interaction without interruption. Upholstered in a tactile fabric, the sofa aligns perfectly with the architectural clarity of the room. Accompanying it are the Vane Chairs and The Onyxia Center Table.
Cover Credits: Aman Sveti Stefan
