Thursday, 10 November 2022

Sizzling Summer: Editor's Picks: Summer of 2014

In 2014, Calvin Klein menswear, particularly under creative director Italo Zucchelli for the Calvin Klein Collection, embraced a modern athletic aesthetic that occasionally incorporated bright colours and bold prints while staying true to the brand's signature clean, minimalist ethos. 

The Spring/Summer 2014 collection leaned heavily into a spectrum of brilliant blues—from sky and capri to intense navy and cobalt—serving as vibrant anchors amid tonal, monochromatic looks, with some pieces featuring graphic photo-prints like seascapes or sunsets on sweatshirts and tees for a streetwise edge. Bold elements appeared through athletic graphics and subtle pattern play, yet the overall silhouettes remained simple and streamlined: crisp blazers, ultra-clean shirt jackets, wool trousers, and comfortable, light layers that emphasized effortless sophistication over complexity. This balance delivered a refreshing, contemporary vibe—graphic and slyly street-inspired yet elegantly restrained, making it a standout interpretation of relaxed summer tailoring.

Friday, 7 October 2022

Going for a Song: Shoot with Korean supermodel Duhwan Song 송두환 #宋斗煥













Duhwan Song! Korean supermodel based in Hong Kong: Well, when he was BC. Before Covid...

Song has been on a cover with me/my company every year for three or four years in a row. Nicest guy in the world. Fame becomes him... 

@gordonlund @chrislammakeup @sharpayfung 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻


Thursday, 1 September 2022

Robb Report Hong Kong launch in 2022

Robb Report Hong Kong enters the Hong Kong luxury lifestyle media market


HONG KONG -  30 August 2022 - Hong Kong welcomes a new title today in the city's luxury media market. With the launch of Robb Report Hong Kong and its official website, Nexus Media Limited will publish the esteemed print magazine annually alongside daily digital content, presenting a definitive guide to lifestyle and luxury.

Robb Report carries an unrivalled global reputation for reporting on lifestyle with authority and discernment. Robb Report Hong Kong is dedicated to featuring all aspects of luxury, primarily focusing on automobiles, aviation, and boating, alongside coverage of real estate, travel, dining, whiskies, wine, watches, jewelry, and fashion.

Above and beyond any other luxury enterprise or venture, Robb Report is known for its grand events, creating tailor-made experiences for its VIP readers and clientele. From first-look previews to private evenings and sojourns, Robb Report readers are provided with unparalleled access and benefits that truly speak to living life to the fullest.

"Robb Report Hong Kong is unlike any other magazine you'll see on newsstands," says Tak Man, Chief Executive Officer and Director at Nexus Media Limited, who brings the title to market. "We are about creating unique experiences, hand-picked from around the globe to feature only the very Best of the Best—an integral theme in our magazine. What's extraordinary about this launch in Hong Kong is that our readers will get to experience tailored, specially curated events, the likes of which many have never seen or experienced before."

Robb Report Hong Kong's print magazine, Best of the Best, is an annual publication that promises to be the definitive tome on luxury and lifestyle in Asia. With a massive online and social media presence, the signature events that complement the features on the official website and print magazine makes this an exciting venture like no other in the region, staying true to its motto: Luxury without Compromise.

Be it Signature Events or Tailored Events, join Robb Report Hong Kong as we travel to exotic destinations for unparalleled experiences.

Car of the Year has been a staple in Robb Report's calendar for the past two decades. Each year, readers participate in a fresh experience at a new location with extraordinary cars of the moment. A carefully selected and well-informed panel of judges will shortlist the supercars as nominees for Car of the Year, and our event will be capped off with a grand gala dinner featuring an exclusive VIP guest list and the announcement of the Car of the Year nominees. This lavish event will premiere in Hong Kong in the first quarter of 2023.

Ultimate Drive takes readers on an annual pilgrimage that will appeal to the most passionate of auto enthusiasts. To add to the beautiful displays of automotive excellence, participants are treated to behind-the-scenes tours and access, exclusive drive experiences, and model previews with the top automotive marques in the world, as well as private celebrations with superlative luxury brands that only Robb Report can provide. This multi-day extravaganza is one that true auto enthusiasts and collectors mark on their calendar every year.

Each year, Robb Report bestows its Best of the Best awards on the very finest luxury products, services, and experiences that the world has to offer. A select group of readers will gather together for a private celebratory dinner to toast the Best of the Best winners.

For the epicurean, the hottest ticket in town is Culinary Masters. Join Robb Report and an incredible line-up of Michelin-starred luminaries for an unforgettable weekend of gourmet dining experiences, exquisite wine pairings, intimate culinary classes, and a friendly golf tournament with your favorite chefs, all surrounded by magnificent views.

And finally, the year is capped off with Dream Machines. Robb Report's Dream Machines: Land & Air makes its debut in Hong Kong, presenting readers with an elite experience featuring the latest machines, wings, and wheels for a fun, adrenaline-driven adventure. Test-drive the newest luxury cars, enjoy epic helicopter tours over the city, and indulge in exceptional dining, world-class wines, and fabulous accommodations.

In Hong Kong, a hybrid of both curated experiences and programmes will be created for Robb Report readers on an international scale.

A Brief History

The first edition of Robb Report hit newsstands in the United States back in 1976, originally devoted to advertisements for new and vintage Rolls-Royces by founder Robert L. "Rusty" White. The original "Robb" distributed his newsletter to members of the Rolls-Royce Owners Club, and he provided a suede three-ring binder to paying subscribers, setting a standard of effortless elegance from the get-go.

The brand evolved over the course of four decades to become what it is today: the single most influential journal of living life to the fullest, with 18 international editions in 10 languages spanning 28 countries across the globe.

The Hong Kong edition is the nineteenth title in the franchise, highlighting not only the finest aspects of life and luxury in the world, but putting a spotlight on what's rising from the East, consumers of note, cognoscente of luxury, and experiences like no other.

For all of the changes that have taken place in the years since Robb Report first hit newsstands all those years ago, the standards of exceptional quality, beauty, and precision have remained constant in the hearts and minds of true connoisseurs who have subscribed to the publication since its nascent stage.

In Hong Kong, the publication of its annual, Best of the Best, is anticipated to hit newsstands in the first quarter of 2023. A mighty tome limning the finest products and services, Best of the Best will be accompanied by the official website, dedicated to providing daily updates on what's happening in the world of luxury across all digital platforms.

Robb Report is the leading voice in the global luxury market, synonymous with affluence, luxury, and the best of the best. Its discerning audience around the world has a shared appreciation and desire for quality, exclusivity, heritage, taste, and fine design. It is the brand the most successful people rely on to discover the ideas, opinions, products, and experiences that will matter most to them.

Robb Report: Luxury Without Compromise.

Hashtags: #RobbReportHongKong


About Robb Report Hong Kong

Robb Report Hong Kong is part of Nexus Media Group, a company celebrating its tenth year in Hong Kong. The bold title joins a roster of expert curated content creation platforms and media titles that includes Nexus Media, Localiiz, WeeGo, MyLocals, and Nexus Digital.


Media Contact(s)
P. Ramakrishnan
Senior Editor

Thursday, 25 August 2022

Outtakes from a shoot: On set with Kayla Lau





 Photographer: Natalie Dunn
 Hair and makeup: Karen Yiu
 Wardrobe: La Perla, Metanoia
 Accessories: AS29 Jewellery 
 Model: Kayla Lau-Wong

Designer and the brand's OG muse and model; Kayla Lau of Metonia the Label: Follow and shop at https://metanoiathelabel.com/


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Sunday, 12 June 2022

Outtakes from a shoot: Mathis Ekkebus by Edwin Datoc



Shot in the summer of 2021... if not before, son of my cover star, Chef Richard Ekkebus, Mathis Ekkebus. Young designer and model. 

Shot by Edwin Datoc
Mathis wearing AS29 Jewellery 

Monday, 30 May 2022

Cannes Film Festival 2022: 6 Asian Celebrities That Rocked the Red Carpet

The 75th Cannes Film Festival is that rare red-carpet event where stars of all stripes from around the globe razzle and dazzle in designer ensembles. An event celebrating world cinema, it’s the antics on the red carpet that grab eyeballs, making headlines for media outlets everywhere. 

A 11-day gala event with innumerable international actors and the film fraternity attending en masse, Cannes has been a staple in the social calendar for socialites, celebrity and superstars of screen and stage for decades – only growing in stature, grandeur and… well, theatrics.  

The otherwise unwearable ensembles and couture seen only on the catwalk on lithesome models, were on full flamboyant display, gowns opening and ripening in front of thousands of flashes. Some stars had to trade in their chauffeured limousines to rent a minibus to fit their voluminous gowns. Post photocall, several changed clothes between red carpet and film screening, to sit comfortably in their seats. The price of fame and beauty.  

All the creatives come out high octane for a showing, their mastery and extravagant proclivity on full display as actresses of repute, models of global fame swanned across the red carpet facing nearly 1,200 photographers.  

This year, a glittering presence of several Asian superstars stunned fashion purveyors. Some outfits were made especially for the event, some dug out vintage looks from the annals of designer archives and others went gung-ho with showcasing Asian talent that have yet to achieve insta’ fame.   


Here’s a quick carousel of images of couture, creativity, designer dresses and… well, a few designer duds. In alphabetical order; 



Photo: @gucci (via Instagram)

South Korean star IU, the Global Brand Ambassador for Gucci, looked stunning in the brand’s signature gown with lace rebrodé petal details on the cuffs, a flourish of sequined flowers and crystal embellishments on the skirt. 



Photo: @gemmachan (via Instagram)

Exquisite Gemma Chan wore Louis Vuitton to the Cannes 2022 Film Festival Closing Ceremony. The actress is all set to appear front and centre, as the lead of the highly, highly anticipated sequel to Crazy Rich Asians.  



Photo: @falachenfala (via Instagram)

Fala Chen was aglow in an Armani Privé Spring 2011 strapless gown. She (or her able stylist!) dug deep into the archives to pull out this glittering ensemble, that showcases the timeless signature of Giorgio Armani.   



Photo: @eileen_gu_ (via Instagram)

Making her Cannes debut with Louis Vuitton, Olympic gold medallist Eileen Gukept it simple, kept it stunning in a pleated fuchsia dress, flowing and floating in layers and layer of gossamer fabric. Olympian and fashion icon, Gu has been maintaining a fine balance between being a sports and fashion icon simultaneously.    



Video: @deepikapadukone (via Instagram)

Bollywood’s bona fide supernova Deepika Padukone was a hit from the get-go; from wearing a modern take on a traditional Indian sari (By Bengali couturier Sabyasachi Mukherjee) to cherry-picking multiple looks from Louis Vuitton (no surprise, she’s the first Indian star to be the brand’s global ambassador), the former-model turned screen queen stunned daily at the festival as a jury member no less. 



Tang Wei @ the 75th Annual Cannes Film Festival

Tang Wei wore Fendi to the Decision To Leave film photo call. After making a huge splash in 2008 when she won an award at Cannes, it was a welcome return for the Chinese actress who has wowed critics and masses alike for the past two decades. 


Until next year…


Saturday, 21 May 2022

K11 Musea Steps into the Metaverse: 200+ Artists, HK$646+ Million at Play 

 

With a diverse NFT portfolio featuring over 200 artists, the curated creations are worth over HK$646 million (US$82 million).  

K11 MUSEA’s most ambitious, large-scale showcase of NFT art was on display from 29 April – 19 June 2022, paired with an extended programme of educational workshops and talks.

If there was any doubt, let it be known, this is the year of the fastest-growing sector of NFT art and K11 MUSEA has been a pioneer in introducing immersive experiences of art and culture to Hong Kong.  


Read the entire feature here at Robb Report Hong Kong.