In contrast with the bad-boy image of yesteryear’s tequilas—which were often associated with dusty, cork-stoppered bottles in equally dusty saloons—today’s premium tequilas are strictly controlled by the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT) of Mexico. As a result, they are worthy of the finest crystal snifters and crafted cocktails. Many tequilas are thus the perfect libation for the lengthy days and balmy nights of summer. 
Usually sold at a relatively mild 80 proof, all 100 percent agave tequilas (as oppos…

The historic Peking to Paris rally is the most challenging endurance test for classic cars (and their owners), delivering an experience that is unparalleled in the crowded world of vintage-auto rallies. This year marks only the fourth time that Peking to Paris has been run since the inaugural rally in 1907. After the inaugural race, international relations made traveling through multiple countries virtually impossible for a 90-year span, but in 1997 the rally was revived by the Endurance Rally Association; it …

In contrast with the bad-boy image of yesteryear’s tequilas—which were often associated with dusty, cork-stoppered bottles in equally dusty saloons—today’s premium tequilas are strictly controlled by the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT) of Mexico. As a result, they are worthy of the finest crystal snifters and crafted cocktails. Many tequilas are thus the perfect libation for the lengthy days and balmy nights of summer. 
Usually sold at a relatively mild 80 proof, all 100 percent agave tequilas (as oppos…

The historic Peking to Paris rally is the most challenging endurance test for classic cars (and their owners), delivering an experience that is unparalleled in the crowded world of vintage-auto rallies. This year marks only the fourth time that Peking to Paris has been run since the inaugural rally in 1907. After the inaugural race, international relations made traveling through multiple countries virtually impossible for a 90-year span, but in 1997 the rally was revived by the Endurance Rally Association; it …

Since 1953, when Gucci first released the Horsebit loafer, the shoe has been worn by generations of stylish and famous men—from Clark Gable to Matt Damon—and has even been inducted into the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s permanent collection. In honor of the shoe’s 60th anniversary, Gucci has reissued its most famed design for 2013 in its widest range of styles yet.
The more than 45 different versions span from colored patent leather and suede to crocodile and python, and even one adorned with metal studs.
One…

Stone & Strand is a new website offering an exceptionally curated selection by 24 fine jewelry designers, from contemporary cameo pieces by Amedeo, whose family has been hand-carving them since 1857, to rare opals from the Australian Katherine Jetter. Beyond finely crafted jewelry, the website also provides a behind-the-scenes look into the jewelers’ inspiration, studios, and techniques and has a personalized service to help clients find the right piece, or even custom order a design. 
The website wa…

Since 1953, when Gucci first released the Horsebit loafer, the shoe has been worn by generations of stylish and famous men—from Clark Gable to Matt Damon—and has even been inducted into the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s permanent collection. In honor of the shoe’s 60th anniversary, Gucci has reissued its most famed design for 2013 in its widest range of styles yet.
The more than 45 different versions span from colored patent leather and suede to crocodile and python, and even one adorned with metal studs.
One…

Stone & Strand is a new website offering an exceptionally curated selection by 24 fine jewelry designers, from contemporary cameo pieces by Amedeo, whose family has been hand-carving them since 1857, to rare opals from the Australian Katherine Jetter. Beyond finely crafted jewelry, the website also provides a behind-the-scenes look into the jewelers’ inspiration, studios, and techniques and has a personalized service to help clients find the right piece, or even custom order a design. 
The website wa…

Behind the scenes at some of the world’s greatest luxury brands, including Louis Vuitton, Bulgari, Christian Dior, and Berluti, are craftspeople creating leather goods, jewelry, watches, footwear, and more using techniques that have been employed for more than a century. On June 15 and 16, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton—the luxury-goods conglomerate that owns numerous brands, including those mentioned previously—is opening the doors to over 40 of its European workshops to share its artisanal crafts with the …

The historic French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels is revealing some of its unique techniques in jewelry and watchmaking this summer, from July 17 to 31, in a series of hands-on courses at the Tokyo Station Hotel in Japan. Launched last year in Paris, the L’Écoleprogram was such a big success that the company decided to bring its jewelers, gemologists, and timepiece historians to transport the experience to Japan. The experts will work with just 12 students per class to inform them on gemstones, artisan …