Taner in Loro Piana for Robb Report Hong Kong

Outtakes from the fashion shoot. On him: Loro Piana full look, Montblanc watch.

Location: Lobby Lounge, Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong

Best in Style: 

CRAFTSMANSHIP

LORO PIANA

Loro Piana has forever been a living contradiction. A brand that screams quiet luxury, it embodies such exquisite refinement while showcasing a seemingly indiscriminate abundance of cashmere and extra-fine wool in its timeless garments. Loro Piana has seamlessly introduced vicu.a into the fashion lexicon, a term that has been the preserve of the elite for decades.

Little is disclosed regarding the designers behind Loro Piana’s creations, or the specific timelines of releases. Instead, we find ourselves captivated by the craftsmanship, scrutinising the sheer perfection of each piece, like the complete ensemble on display on this page. Loro Piana’s Eliott blouson in saffron tea presents a short and contemporary silhouette, serving as a modern interpretation of the biker jacket. Expertly crafted from refined linen and silk, this innovative fabric features three layers, united by a weatherproofing Storm System membrane at its core. Its outer layers are composed of linen and silk, while the interior boasts Antigua linen, and the raglan sleeves and generously sized patch pockets enhance the garment’s sense of ease and comfort.

Complementing this is the Gift of Kings crewneck, exemplifying exquisite craftsmanship through a regular-fit jumper fashioned from impeccably refined wool yarn. Its double-knit technique artfully juxtaposes the tonalities of the front and back, creating a distinctive and sophisticated aesthetic that is equally suited for both business and leisure. Paired with the Como trousers, the look showcases the maison’s adeptness at elevating even the most relaxed designs. Cut from jersey cotton with a substantial drape and an ultra-soft fleece interior, these trousers prioritise comfort without compromising style. Featuring a knitted waistband with an inner drawstring for an impeccable fit, alongside elasticated ankles to retain warmth, they epitomise Loro Piana’s dedication to both luxury and functionality.

Photography: Dino Busch

Stylist: Bhisan Rai

Location: Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong

Hair and Make-up: Karen Yiu

Make-up assistant: Bonnie Cheung

Styling assistant: Galvin Chi

Model: Taner from Model One

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

 

Throwback Thursday: Agenda: Editor's Picks: Summer Blues

TBT to the ol' column days. This looks so easy to do - you'd be shocked at how long it takes to pull together. 

High res pics, information, design, something cohesive and on theme... And trimming the copy - thank god for the sub-editors we had. Well.. some of 'em... 

 

Tumi Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary With a Limited-Edition Gold Collection

Easy-to-spot cases are about to hit airport luggage carousels around the world.

“Go for gold” is the mantra of many an Olympian, and with luxury accessories brand Tumi marking a golden anniversary, it has taken the gilded tone to heart. As the lifestyle brand of the jet set, Tumi is celebrating its 50th year in glittering style with the release of a numbered, limited-edition capsule collection of golden-hued cases and accessories.

For the moving glitterati, here’s a little something Tumi to you… But before you roll your eyes, the collection—a tribute to the brand’s five decades of innovation and craftsmanship—features iconic 19 Degree pieces reimagined in a striking Bullion Gold finish.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

Best of Style: 2025: Best of the Best by Robb Report Hong Kong

 

Shot at the Summer Palace in Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong, this full look by Shanghai Tang ended up being one of the best shots in the issue. Mad rush to do the shot before the arrival of lunch guests, had no idea, it'll all come together so well. 

The usual suspects made the cut in menswear, Dior, Bottega, Ferragamo, Ralph Lauren, Loro Piana etc, but really wanted a Hong Kong/Asian angle. Luckily there's always a Mandarin collar at Shanghai Tang - or as its known in my neck of the woods; the Nehru collar! 😉 

There's a behind the scenes video that'll be up soon at RobbReport.HK 😎 

FYI: I had a dream team on the day of course; Photography: Dino Busch @dinobuschphotography 

Stylist: Bhisan Rai @styledbybhisan 

Hair and Make-up: Karen Yiu @karenyiumakeupart 

Model: Taner from Model One @tanersc @modelonehk

Lunar New Year 2025: 11 Luxury Gifts and Accessories Celebrating the Snake Motif

Dior

From elegant handbags to refined accessories, these stunning gift ideas capture the essence of the Year of the Snake, making for the perfect Lunar New Year present.

As January comes to an end, the Year of the Snake is slithering rapidly upon us, and luxury brands are bringing this iconic symbol to life with collections that perfectly balance tradition and sinewy style. Gone are the days of over-the-top designs—this year’s pieces are sleek, sophisticated, and full of character. Whether it’s a bold accessory or a fashionable trinket, these stunning items are a celebration of the snake’s serpentine beauty and unfurling mystery.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong

Bulgari Unveils the Serpenti Infinito Campaign, Celebrating the Year of the Snake in Style

A timely release on a timeless journey as many parts of Asia are about to be coiled with the snake motif.

In a few days, the auspicious Year of the Snake will begin according to the Chinese zodiac calendar—one of prosperity, good health, and wealth. As many luxury brands proffer designs coiled in a serpentine motif, Bulgari stands in its own lane; the illustrious Roman house has long been synonymous with opulence, artistry, and a profound connection to its rich heritage. Instantly recognisable for decades, its snake motif has served as part of the maison’s DNA, not just a part of a contemporary trend but an eternal emblem of the famed luxury brand.

Marking the Lunar New Year and new beginnings, Bulgari will launch its highly anticipated Serpenti Infinito campaign, showcasing a stunning array of new creations that embody the essence of eternal transformation. This initiative not only celebrates the iconic Serpenti motif but also marks a significant milestone in the maison’s ongoing dialogue with cultural symbolism—this is cultural appreciation at its finest and most elegant. 

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong

The best of Menswear in Winter: Loro Piana

As the temperature drops dramatically this weekend—for Hong Kong standards—its perfect weather to snuggle into a cocooning turtleneck in cashmere fleece with “Jamo” pants in cotton corduroy, from the good people of Loro Piana. 

We gently sifted through their latest collection (as seen and worn by innumerable celebrities this season as they hit the ski slopes), and a perfect touch was felt in every piece; Loro Piana doesn’t joke around with their threads; cashmere, Mohair, silk blend, extrafine wool, cashmere flannel, double faced pure New Zealand wool, silk blend cashmere are the sort of rich materials we are dealing with consistently. Like faultless ingredients for a perfect recipe, what makes Loro Piana run in its own lane beyond others is easily their adherence to refined and exquisite material. We couldn’t pick between the grey turtleneck and the pure black turtleneck in baby cashmere paired with “Reinga” pants in wool and cashmere (with a loose silhouette that’s got a delicious retro vibe), so here both are.  

The black turtleneck should be in every elegant man’s wardrobe; be it Robert Redford or Robert Pattinson, we’ve seen every decade’s defining debonair sport a variation of the wardrobe staple. Heck, the OG “tech bro,” Steve Jobs ran his entire campaign wearing it. 

Photographer: Doney Zou

Model: Bipin Karma at Model One

Hair and Makeup: Cat Yeong @hongkongmakeupartist 

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong

The Best of Menswear for Winter 2024: Dunhill to Louis Vuitton, Gucci to Brunello Cucinelli: Top 7 Menswear

Full looks from the biggest brands trending; Dunhill, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Loro Piana, Brunello Cucinelli, Ralph Lauren 

Photographer: Doney Zou
Model: Bipin Karma at Model One

Hair and Makeup: Cat Yeong @hongkongmakeupartist 

Shot in Hong Kong, by an all HK team. 

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong 

Loro Piana

Brunello Cucinelli

Dunhill

Louis Vuitton 

Gucci

Ralph Lauren

Stefano Ricci’s New Campaign Is a Striking Visual Feast of Fashion, Landscape, and Wanderlust

The hills are alive—and this latest campaign scales breathtaking Peru in style.

Stefano Ricci presented its latest autumn-winter 2025–2026 collection with a stunning campaign that’s scaling new heights. Known for its effortless elegance and debonair flair, the menswear from the Italian maison has consistently peaked the Best of Style column almost annually with our critics as the Florentine fashion house has been on par with the finest threads since the 1970s. Its latest campaign, gloriously distracting, has once again stopped us in our tracks.

The “Mission Peru” theme, part of the brand’s latest expedition, is a grand extension of its consistent ideology of global exploration, a hallmark of the Ricci ethos of taking the road less travelled. And the visuals are breathtaking—we are absolutely besotted by the inspiration the team has found in the verdant landscapes of Peru. The mountainous terrain, the colour and attire of the indigenous people, and the striking contrast of monochrome full looks with the land’s natural hues are shot in panoramic glory in one of the wonders of the world. 

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong

When Versace reposted our shoot!

 

TBT: We did a cover shoot for Runway magazine, with my favourite team led by Dino Busch (photographer), Bhisan (stylist) and Yana (super duper model). There were two amazing shots that Dino took with a full Versace look that went viral online - before the term was popularised in the vernacular. 

Oct 2018

9 Best Jewellery Pieces, From Cartier and De Beers to Van Cleef & Arpels

Chopard

Is price no object? Put your shades on for this one—the razzle-dazzle is blinding.

For whom the (jingle) bells toll and money no object be, we at Robb Report Hong Kong have several dazzling accessories wrapped in a box… for thee. 

Forgive us—‘tis the season for waxing poetic as designer houses have been sending us a glimmer of what to expect this season all week: a wild array of diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and gemstones of note. It came as a trickle and trinket, then a flash flood of candy-coloured stones as all the maisons and went all out for the end-of-year celebrations. A phalanx of rubies and emeralds was almost a predictable colour scheme, and a flush of white diamonds, and a heady mix of the classic and the novel are up for view as well. We parsed through the trough and found these glistening among them. 

Our holiday picks include the usual suspects: Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co, of course, but our Robb Report counterparts stateside also encouraged us to look into Hemmerle and other jewellers who are paving the way with pavé diamonds. 

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong

Style: Haute Headlines and History: A look at Menswear

Friday Fashion. 

In the wake of Succession, the stealth-wealth phenomenon only continues to grow. According to Robb Report, fashion retailer Karen Millen analysed a trove of Google data to reveal that it was the year of “old-money style,” a search term that grew 568 per cent. Quasi-synonymous phrases such as “quiet luxury” (373 per cent) and “stealth wealth” (334 per cent) saw an equally dramatic spike in interest among the trillion-plus annual searches.

As men bequeathed with a sense of high fashion and high currency stocked up on legacy luxury brands, sales among the top-drawer designers were on a steady upwards incline, affected by neither politics nor pandemic. At the time of writing, LVMH earnings in the second quarter of 2023 reveal that “Asia held up the market” with a 34 per cent increase in the region, outperforming Europe and the US, and the company saw “double-digit sales growth,” according to Forbes.

Under the influence of refined taste, not influencers, heir and grace have always bent at the knee for the pride and privilege of being draped and dressed in exalted knits (Zegna and Loro Piana), exquisite craftsmanship (Hermès and Loewe), bespoke excellence (Ascot Chang), gear that can be passed on through many generations (Saint Laurent), and, of course, all things Italian (Prada, Armani, Stefano Ricci, Brunello Cucinelli, and even the quite quirky Moschino). Heck, an all-Italian menswear edition is not that far off course for all things haute and homme.

Although it’s the trend now, Robb Report has been featuring menswear in sombre shades and muted tones since memory serves, eschewing editorials on celebrity powered fads for paeans on fabric and construction. We study the sourcing of cashmere, vicuña, camel hair, and mulberry silk in legacy brands, and hold up a loupe to the artisans who embroider, stitch, and weave by hand the magnificent threads that outlive the seasons.

At the top of the fashion food chain this year, it’s a heady mix-and-match of the usual heavy hitters and the slow burn of the urban sophisticate, here to disrupt long-standing regimes of debonair menswear. Miu Miu, Loewe, and Prada jostled for the honour of “hottest brand of the year,” according to the quarterly Lyst Index, with Loewe coming out of left field to dominate Q2. Several notable brands made headlines, some even history, as the powers that be in the most valuable fashion companies in the world spent big money to showcase their wares. It was a gentleman’s agreement for the maisons to go all out for menswear (theatrics usually reserved for the gowns and glory of womenswear): the shows in the fashion capitals were splendid, be it in New York (Ralph Lauren’s grand return to New York Fashion Week), London (Burberry saw Daniel Lee debut and dazzle with the brand), Paris (Louis Vuitton with Pharrell Williams and all the stars of the firmament), and Milan (Prada showed it takes two—Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons—to tango), while Tom Ford went digital for his final parting shot, bidding his eponymous brand goodbye after selling it to Estée Lauder in 2022.

A special chapter in this edition of Best of the Best honours Ralph Lauren for a saga that continues to entrance the world, followed by a shoot featuring autumn winter looks and Lauren’s enviable collection of classic cars, harkening back to how Robb Report originally began—as a newsletter shared to classic car collectors and members of the Rolls-Royce Owners Club. It all comes full circle.

More at Robb Report Hong Kong. 

Van Cleef & Arpels’s Radiant Perlée Collection Celebrates Craftsmanship and Elegance

Indeed, the path to bejewelled heaven is paved in gold and diamonds.

With a legacy stretching back to 1906, in the illustrious world of haute joaillerie, few names resonate so profoundly with star, high society, and celebrity with the same level of prestige as Van Cleef & Arpels. Even today, the French maison continues to push the boundaries of creativity and craftsmanship, and the Perlée collection—the house’s latest offering—is a resplendent testament to this enduring commitment to fine jewellery.

A little history tidbit here: the Perlée motif has been a Van Cleef & Arpels signature since the 1920s. Perhaps not as instantly recognisable as the famed Alhambra motif that has been all the rage since its launch, but the beaded collection—perlée in French refers to the bead pattern—remains a firm favourite. As the gold- and diamond-studded spherical beads mix and match with any look, intermittently, the maison has released novel ideas and stones to add to the formidable roster of bejewelled accessories. Just this past summer, Van Cleef & Arpels revealed this latest line in pictures, and come November, another take is expected on our shores as the latest additions to the exalted Perlée collection roll into the city.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

New Stefano Ricci Store at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong Presents Refined Menswear, Dazzling Accessories, and Patented Shoes to Boot

 

Catering to top-drawer clients in Asia since 1993, the brand is favoured among men of great power and style.

Stefano Ricci has just opened a new store at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong and the maison’s second iteration in the city is as refined as the first, hard-to-miss store that opened in 2018 at The Peninsula Hong Kong. All the signature Stefano Ricci boutique characteristics are there, from the dark colour motifs to the glass-encased cabinets filled with dazzling accessories, the oak furnishings, and the unmissable eagle theme—the fierce-looking bird has its talons entrenched in every store. Behind gilded doors, there’s a rarified air of privacy and panache, as the groomed staff in immaculate uniforms are at the guests’ beck and call. Sit back as things are brought, unveiled, unfurled, and unclipped just for you, like in a members-only club for the elite. One can’t remember if white gloves were on, but they were certainly implied as the latest pieces of a manicured selection were brought out.

What a store. In the handsomely appointed showroom decked with lacquered furnishings, a rich patina envelops the entire room. Gleaming, polished cabinets spotlight the latest accessories such as exotic-skin belts, ties, shoes, and bags, all for the eyes of an in-the-know clientele. The menswear and accessories are so polished and pristine, the only tags worth looking at are ones about the finesse of the fabrication, and how to take care of them. Silk ties, crewneck linen t-shirts, shirts, tapered jeans, and Bermuda shorts are all crafted with meticulous precision—take a jeweller’s loupe to see the exact stitching, hidden buttons, lambskin leather inserts in blousons, and decorative hardware of precious metal.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

First Look: Chinese Haute Couture Designer Duo Pei Brings a Career-Spanning Collection to M+

Rihanna’s jaw-dropping 2015 Met Gala dress is on show in Hong Kong and the event is the hottest ticket in town.

At what point does fashion morph into art? Find out for yourself at Guo Pei: Fashioning Imagination, the first high-fashion exhibition at M+ in the West Kowloon Cultural District, where the dazzling body of work of iconic Chinese couturier Guo Pei is on full exhibit.

Displayed in five chapters, pieces of extraordinary size, shape, colour, conception, and gravity-defying execution have been brought in from all parts of the world. A gold-painted bamboo structure festooned with flowers, a Ming-dynasty vase-patterned and -shaped dress, headgear studded with jewels, an overlong red wedding gown and veil sparkling with sequins—there’s a cinematic and surreal look and feel to each piece, one that’s beyond wearable art.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

The gallery of images by Chris Yau. 

The 12 Hottest Menswear Looks, Trends, and Accessories of Summer 2024

 

One way to keep cool over the summer: check out what’s hot in stores.

Although images of autumn-winter collections have started to flood our inbox, the thought of wool-silk peacoats has the fashion desk sweating. In the early days of August, Hong Kong recorded its hottest day of the year—a headline threatened by new temperature records as we speak. So, while it is standard practice to feature fashion one season ahead, at this centigrade, we’re still looking at what’s in store right now to keep cool.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

Toop 10 Best Summer Menswear Looks, Trends, and Accessories for Your Season in the Sun

It’s hot out—so look the part.

 As the temperature rises and the humidity hits, wearing a three-piece suit for work or leisure is no longer a palatable option. It’s the time to embrace that working contradiction: smart-casual. Let it leap into the lingua franca once again; as the fashion overlords will have it, casual but refined elegance seems to be the chant of the season. Light colours (soft greys, mocha, and baby pink), light fabrics (linen, cotton, and light cashmere) are the long and short of what’s on trend in menswear—and why even the esteemed Louis Vuitton has formal designer shorts in the offing. Here are a few fine examples from the leaders of good taste.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.

Black, White, and Read All Over: Jeweller Cindy Chao Premieres 18 New Pieces in Hong Kong

 

Floral for spring but timeless in nature, Cindy Chao impresses yet again.

When you first enter (by appointment only) the maison of jeweller Cindy Chao (whose company name is Cindy Chao The Art Jewel), the exploratory conceit is, it doesn’t look like a store—or a jewellery shop. When you saunter in, it’s really a museum with singular gem- and diamond-encrusted artefacts in frames. Except, upon closer inspection, it is, in fact, jewellery. And yes, it’s wearable and it’s on sale. It’s also rare, often unique, and made with the most magnificent stones sourced from the world over to create Chao’s notable collection.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong. 

Brunello Cucinelli’s New Hong Kong Store Feels Like a Stylish Italian Apartment

 

The Italian luxury brand is gently covering the world in cashmere.

In the thick of Art Week in Hong Kong, there is a welcome, fashionable interruption to the social calendar—the grand opening of a signature store for Brunello Cucinelli.

Carolina Cucinelli, co-president and co-creative director, attended the ceremony to usher in this important new chapter and space for the Italian maison as Queen’s Road Central was blocked off for the grand unveiling. A lavish opening that saw the subtle and the stylish strut in to view the large new store in the guise of a warm, welcoming home—Casa Cucinelli, as the concept is called—the space was studded with menswear, womenswear, accessories, and lifestyle gear, all in the muted shades, refined fabric, and elegant silhouette the brand is famed for; the pre-opening buzz is unsurprising.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong. 

This New Coffee Table Book Chronicles the Defining Chapters of Japanese Fashion Icon Issey Miyake

 

Spanning an incredible 62-year career in 448 colourful pages, the definitive tome on a fashion legend will unfold this spring.

Leading art-book publisher Taschen’s next big release is nearing—and the subject is the late Japanese fashion giant Issey Miyake, a boundary-breaking pioneer. Breathtaking in scope, undertaking, and size, Issey Miyake limns the collective work of a designer and undisputed icon in the fashion industry spanning 1960 to 2022, before his passing at age 84.

Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.