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The highly anticipated Defender plug-in hybrid has arrived from Land Rover, ushering in a new era of electrified off-roading. The P400e model, available exclusively in the 110 body design, offers a blend of performance and economy, while staying true to the Defender’s legendary capability. Primed for adventure in the great outdoors, this 4WD is equipped to tackle low-range off-roading purely in electric mode. Plug in, then head off-grid. From $127,600. landrover.com.au
Birthday Blues
To celebrate 75 years of Omega’s Seamaster watch, the brand has unveiled 11 new commemorative models rendered in a distinctive “Summer Blue” hue. The Aqua Terra 150M Worldtimer, in stainless steel, features rhodium-plated hands and indexes filled with light blue Super-LumiNova and a sun-brushed dial encircled with global destinations. Water-resistant up to 150 metres, this timepiece is ready for a deep dive. $16,850. omegawatches.com
Soulful Scent
The Koda hair salon group introduces Nero Palo Santo, a unisex scent blended in a collaborative effort by the Italian perfumer Diletta Tonatto and Koda’s creative director, Diane Gorgievski. Marked by a seductively smoky profile, the fragrance blends heart notes of sage, pepper, rose, iris and amber woods with birch, musk and incense. The scent evokes the salons’ practice of clearing the air with palo santo sticks, and was blended to uplift the spirit and promote a tranquil atmosphere. $250 (100ml). kodacutters.com
Grand Dram
Glenfiddich’s latest luxury pour is the 29-year-old Grand Yozakura, aged for nearly three decades and finished in casks from Okinawa, Japan, that previously held the nation’s oldest distilled spirit, awamori. To commemorate the drop, Glenfiddich partnered with the Melbourne-based custom sneaker artist Chase Shiel on limited-edition Grand Yozakura high-tops; both kicks and whisky inspired by the fleeting beauty of Japanese cherry blossoms under moonlight. Grand Yozakura, from $2,760 (700ml); box set with sneakers, $15,999. glenfiddich.com
Surf’s Up
Louis Vuitton has set its sights on the swell this season, courtesy of a barrel-ready collaboration with the Los Angeles-based multimedia artist Alex Israel. The Surf On the Beach board features a meticulously crafted fibreglass body handpainted with Israel’s signature gradient effect, inspired by California sunsets. A frosted Monogram overlay and custom-made fins reflect the brand’s commitment to exquisite detailing. $18,300. au.louisvuitton.com
Rose Garden
Van Cleef & Arpels’ glittering Fleurette collection features a motif adorned with seven round diamonds forming a delicate corolla. Showcasing a blend of 18-karat rose gold’s warmth and the brilliance of diamonds, Fleurette’s four elegant pieces illuminate the neckline, hands and face with meticulous craftsmanship and openwork technique. The collection’s necklace is assembled with 35 round diamonds, totalling 3.67 carats, and fastened with an elegant hallmark clasp. Fleurette necklace, $65,500. vancleefarpels.com
The Minimalist
Teresa believes the devil is in the data. Enter her namesake tote from Yu Mei: designed for fuss-free commuting and analytics on the go. A deep bucket style (that fits an A 15” laptop) crafted from Italian calfskin suede, Teresa features an interior hanging pocket and custom toggle closure, making her your go-to for work, play and travel. $1,995. yumeibrand.com
This is an extract from an article that appears in print in our tenth edition, Page 12 of Winning Magazine with the headline: “Live Well - News & Views”. Subscribe to Winning Magazine today.
