Travel With: Hermès’ First Pair of Headphones
Although Hermès, influential maker of French leather goods, has dabbled in high-end consumer audio before; this over-the-ear solution is its most advanced thus far.
Crafted in-house by the brand’s bespoke objects division (the “Ateliers Horizons”), it is of a similar aesthetic piece to what the brand’s most devout clients may order for their Bombardier jets, automobiles and other preferred modes of transportation.
Predictably, as an Ateliers Horizons product, these tweeters are made to an impressively high standard. Each ear is clad in Hermès’ signature saddle-stitched calf leather — available to commission in a range of swatches, from Prussian blue to the brand’s ‘gold’ tan shade.
Dine Here: A Four-Hands Dinner From Vivid Sydney’s Chef Series
As part of Vivid Sydney’s wider culinary programming (the “Chef Series”), Mat Lindsay – of Ester fame – is joining forces with James Lowe: chef-owner behind popular (now-defunct) London restaurant, Lyle’s.
Working from the intimate wood-fired kitchen of Ester, the duo will be preparing a tasting menu of one-off dishes, making the most out of Lowe’s “pared back philosophy” and superlative Australian produce. Tickets priced at $250.
From May 27 to 29, 2025. vividsydney.com.au.
Watch This: “Mountainhead” (June 1, 2025)
Written and directed by Jesse Armstrong, best known for his creation of the hit prestige TV series “Succession”, this new HBO feature follows a quartet of billionaire friends – who come together at a secluded mountaintop retreat, against the backdrop of an undisclosed “international crisis”.
Co-starring Steve Carrell; Jason Schwartzman; Cory Michael Smith; and Ramy Youssef.
Available to stream in Australia from June 1, via Max.
Shop This: Our Legacy’s ‘Work Shop’ Coat, Co-Designed by Emporio Armani
As part of its innovative design-slash-retail concept, codenamed ‘Work Shop’, cult Swedish label Our Legacy has unveiled the latest chapter in its ongoing creative partnership with Emporio Armani.
Nodding to the latter’s history in the production of exceptional Italian tailoring , the current capsule includes a range of cut-and-sew jackets, blazers and outerwear.
This below-the-knee style, made in robust pinstriped wool, is an excellent addition to a range of wardrobes. In keeping with Our Legacy’s louche menswear, it’s cut slightly large-to-size; and features considered details like an asymmetric buttoning point.
Visit This: Noosa Concours d’Elegance
Southeast Queensland’s signature luxury motoring event, the Noosa Concours d’Elegance, returns this July for its third consecutive year.
In line with other Concours showcases around the globe, the Noosa edition will see 50 “rare and iconic” classic cars put on display for motoring enthusiasts – against a backdrop of premium lifestyle events. These include (non-exhaustively) wine dinners, guided art tours and showcases by a number of local Queensland apparel designers.
To be held on July 19, 2025. noosaconcours.com.au.
Shop This: Three Additions To Burberry’s Pillar Candle Collection
Burberry’s collection of wax home scents has now doubled in size, with the arrival of three new “floral and botanic” candles.
In line with Daniel Lee’s whimsical vision for the brand, each of the new scents is inspired by a quintessentially British bouquet: such as “woodfire & clove” or “wildflower meadow”.
Each candle is embossed with the house’s recognisable ‘Equestrian Knight’ motif, and is specially moulded to retain its shape, over the course of an impressive 120-hour burn time.
Accompanied by bone-white ceramic bases (produced for the brand by a workshop in Stoke-on-Trent), these will add a touch of olfactory freshness to the home this season.
