75 years of Penfolds Grange
Luxury brands don’t come around very often in the rarefied world of fine wine. Penfolds Grange, now 75 years old, has established a foremost place among the vinous legends To what extent is the world of luxury determined by heritage? Until recently, you could have...
A review of BMW’s M5 Touring
BMW’s M5 Touring combines the practicality of an estate with the performance of a 727 hp hybrid V8. With decades of Motorsport heritage behind it, this is a car built for both everyday driving and serious speed. LUX gets behind the wheel of BMW’s latest M5 If you are...
Riding with the Porsche 911 C4 GTS Cabriolet
LUX gets up to speed with the latest Porsche 911 C4 GTS Cabriolet No car brand attracts quite as much debate as Porsche, and no Porsche attracts as much conversation as the 911, the iconic model introduced 63 years ago that is still the North Star for sports cars. The...
Back to Oxford
Darius Sanai returns to Oxford University to experience an innovative new immersion course into the humanities, ancient and modern, at his alma mater Returning to university after your experience. Who or what is still there, what has changed? More than that, though,...
We visit the E1 race on the water in Monaco
Annie Preston travels to Monte Carlo to visit the most glamorous event on the water and returns suitably impressed There is nothing quite like watching a boat fly. That is precisely what happened in the waters of Port Hercule, as the E1 Series returned to Monaco for...
Artist in Residence: Sara Berman
The self-portraits of artist and former fashion designer Sara Berman explore the politics of presentation and performance alongside an attention to fabric worthy of an Old Master. Here, she presents a work as LUX’s artist in residence, and curator Catherine...
Making art in Palazzo Monti
Since Edoardo Monti started his Palazzo Monti artists’ residency in Brescia, northern Italy, in 2017, it has evolved to become one of the most tasteful, sophisticated and respected artist residencies in the world, supported by patrons such as local hero Umberta Gnutti...
Photography in conversation with the new American West
Myth, memory and a plurality of perspectives came together at 10 Corso Como, Milan, at events to celebrate the opening of The New American West: Photography in Conversation. The exhibition of photographs by Maryam Eisler and Alexei Riboud was presented alongside...
Artists through the eye of Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo
One of the world’s leading art philanthropists and patrons, Turin-based Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo is a leading light of Italian contemporary art, Here, she shares the inside track on six artists who have caught her eye this year Benni Bosetto (B. 1987, Merate,...
Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Review
LUX’s Annie Preston swaps her chic little Mini for 5.3 meters of rolling serenity in the form of a Mercedes-Maybach S-class I drive a Mini convertible. It is small, it is nippy, it is the sort of car you can park anywhere in London if you squint hard enough and...
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet Review
The majestic Four Seasons Istanbul in Sultanahmet is a quiet sanctuary shouldered by the city’s historic marvels. Darius Sanai checks in Follow LUX on Instagram: @luxthemagazine Those who have been to Istanbul, presumably including the original Byzantine and Islamic...
Villa San Michele’s Renaissance
Retreating to the cyprus studded hills of Tuscany, LUX Editor-in-Chief Darius Sanai checks into Villa San Michele, following its major renovation One of the most celebrated hotels in the world just got even more sublime. Anyone who has stayed at the Villa San Michele...
A trip to D Maris Bay
Nestled between the Aegean and Mediterranean seas, D Maris Bay offers a masterclass in understated luxury. From secluded beaches and world-class dining to designer boutiques and cinematic arrivals by yacht, this exclusive retreat in Turkey blends privacy, refined...
A review of the Four Seasons, Singapore
Like any city, Singapore has its phases when different parts of its desirable areas are in vogue. For a while, both Marina Bay and Sentosa were seen as the places to stay for the first-time luxury visitor. And while they have a lot going for them, wandering out from...
Protected: Nicole Farhi and Maryam Eisler’s exhibition in the South of France reviewed
Artist Linder Sterling photographs guests at the home of collector Rachel Verghis
At a recent salon in the London home of Rachel Verghis to celebrate her solo show at the Hayward, Linder Sterling took pictures her style, grabbing a highball glass from the bar to shoot her subjects through Follow LUX on Instagram: @luxthemagazine Linder is the...
A tasting of top Napa Cabernet Sauvignons with Paul Hobbs
Paul Hobbs has been a leader in the wine world for decades, so much so that his eponymous wines now have a brand that shines independently of the man. LUX gets together with Hobbs himself for a conversation and tasting of his top Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignons,...
A sojourn in Egypt
Egypt is a country on the lips of smart cultural leaders everywhere, with the annual Art d’Egypte fair a contemporary anchor to thousands of years of culture. Across these pages, Rania Al Khalifa writes a paean to accompany a photographic portfolio by Maryam Eisler...
The heart of London’s art circuit at the Royal Academy
To the hundreds of thousands who visit its exhibitions every year, the Royal Academy of Arts is a must-visit museum on the European art circuit. Like its peers at the top of the art world, it has created shows that have redefined the art scene, including ‘A New Spirit...
Marcantonio Brandolini d’Adda’s art manifesto
Artist, artisan, thinker: Marcantonio Brandolini d’Adda hails from one of the most significant Venetian families and is a contemporary reincarnation of a Renaissance rebel, with looks and connections to match. He tells LUX his manifesto for 2026 and beyond “From...
Arch Hades’ Return at the Venice Biennale
In her newest exhibition ‘Return | Ritorno’, the poet and artist Arch Hades has transformed the historic site of Scoletta Battioro e Tiraoro di Venezia into a stage for her artworks. Displayed amongst the building’s architecture, paintings, and...
Jennifer Shorto’s highlights of the Cora Sheibani collection
Jennifer Shorto, textile and wallpaper creator for the famous and discerning around the world, chooses six pieces for the season from the quirkily magnificent collections of London-based jeweller Cora Sheibani Follow LUX on Instagram: @luxthemagazine 1. Decorated...
Claudio Laager of the Kronenhof in the Engadine on luxury hotellerie
Claudio Laager is the General Manager of the Grand Hotel Kronenhof in Pontresina. A local to the Engadin valley, Laager brings a personal perspective to luxury hospitality, blending tradition with a hands-on approach that connects guests to the natural beauty...
Bentley by LUNAZ review
There’s nothing like a 1960s Bentley for grandeur and prestige. Now a UK company, Lunaz, is hand-crafting a contemporary electrically powered version with all the appealing parts, and none of the drawbacks If you think there is something special – a kind of aura...
A tasting of Joseph Phelps wines with Maison President David Pearson
Joseph Phelps is a Napa valley wine legend. Maison President David Pearson is taking it to new heights, as we learn during a memorable tasting of fine vintages Is wine a luxury good? That $10 million question is in the mind of anybody who purchases a case of wine for...
Passenger Princess in the Aston Martin DBX S
Aston Martin’s new DBX S is a combination of the world’s most powerful SUV engine and luxury style from the iconic UK manufacturer. LUX’s Lamya Al-Saud takes a ride, passenger princess style, and is regally impressed I was surprised when LUX asked me...
Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina Review
On a shelf at the confluence of the Engadine, Bernina and Roseg valleys, the Grand Hotel Kronenhof, in the village of Pontresina, combines old-world grandeur, contemporary elegance, astonishing views and some knockout cocktails Follow LUX on Instagram: @luxthemagazine...
Hotel Balzac Paris review
The Hotel Balzac in Paris combines boutique chic with the feeling of being in a (very sophisticated) friend’s home, as LUX discovers Where to stay in Paris this spring? The great hotels of Paris share many qualities: style, grandeur, history, and often a powerful...
Tom Rowntree on modern luxury hospitality
As VP of the luxury portfolio of Six Senses owner IHG, Tom Rowntree is at the cutting edge of modern luxury hospitality. He speaks to LUX about how to keep the future both luxurious and Zen LUX: Tell us more about the Six Senses in London and the members’ club?...
A week of art in Jaipur
The Public Arts Trust of India has announced its 5th edition of the Jaipur Art Week, which takes place every year in the UNESCO World Heritage City. As PATI’s Founding Chairwoman, Sana Rezwan’s mission is to bridge the city’s timeless heritage with...