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Vogue Singapore
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
The sea is this year's leading inspiration for jewellers
Something's in the air lately in jewellery design—or in the water, rather. For millennia, we've looked above and below to wonder about our place in the world. Yet for all the discoveries, very little continues to elude, fascinate and inspire like the ocean. The vast seas—they cover significantly more area on our planet than land, mind you—have shaped and defined cultures, trade and history. The siren song of the seas is as hypnotic as it is varied, as we are seeing being played out in several recent collections of jewellery inspired by the sea. Robert Louis Stevenson's adventure novel Treasure Island was the inspiration and namesake behind Van Cleef & Arpels's newest range of high jewellery. It's perhaps the maison's most playful collection in years, with nods to a pirate adventure and a search for hidden treasure. It gleefully takes on board these childlike symbols and motifs, and turns it on its head with the maison's signature grace and elegance. Courtesy of Van Cleef & Arpels Courtesy of Van Cleef & Arpels Courtesy of Van Cleef & Arpels Courtesy of Van Cleef & Arpels Consider the Coquillage Mystérieux seashell clip, which is arranged with mystery-set buffed top square rubies, round and baguette-cut white diamonds, and pink diamonds. On the reverse, a charming secret that toys with the house's classical ballerina and fairy motifs: a nereid, perched atop a cultured pearl, hoisting an emerald. Courtesy of Wallis Hong Courtesy of Wallis Hong The ocean can certainly play to the emotions of jewellers and designers. Take the designs of China-born, Spain-based jewellery artist Wallis Hong, whose pieces are sculptural, dreamlike and have an aquatic quality even when they aren't inspired by the sea. He describes his first design, the Eternal Butterfly, as a 'waterdrop butterfly' that has burst out of a cave with droplets cascading off its form. When I question him about this consistency in design—which is most pronounced in the way he sculpts blue titanium into organic shapes—he explains that the idea is more universal, to evoke emotions and spark imaginations, not taxonomic literalism. 'Some viewers might feel the inspiration comes from water,' he says, while 'others may sense influences from the sky or the universe'. Hong tells me that recent designs, such as the Thorn Shells earrings, were inspired by his first trips to the Spanish islands of Ibiza and Formentera. 'There, I discovered the natural forms of conches on the beaches and explored the vibrant underwater ecosystems teeming with diverse marine life.' Courtesy of Boucheron The universality and critical nature of water has also fascinated Claire Choisne, the brilliant creative director of Boucheron, in her Or Bleu collection of high jewellery. The range of 26 jewels is dedicated to water in its myriad forms: coursing waterfalls, concentric waves on a surface caused by a drop, sea foam washing up on sand, the crystalline translucency of icebergs, among many more. Courtesy of Boucheron The collection's most modern idea might also be its most direct. The Eau Vive pair of shoulder brooches imagine Icelandic waves crashing against the contours of a body. Boucheron used 3D software to simulate the movements of water. After a beautiful 'crash' was determined, it was then sculpted from a single block of aluminium, chosen for lightness, and mirrored to create a symmetrical pair. Diamonds are set into the aluminium—a feat of craftsmanship as the metal is more challenging to work with in jewellery than traditional gold—and then plated in palladium for an intense shine. What a thought: to wear the waves of the sea on one's shoulders. Courtesy of Massimo Izzo Vast and powerful yet serene and constant; the beauty of endless horizons versus the uncaring danger of the unknown. Varied perspectives from different cultures and peoples can make the sea endlessly fascinating. Take the Sicilian jeweller Massimo Izzo, who crafts his jewels of the sea with an unmistakably Mediterranean lushness and hedonism. The lifelike curves of his octopuses, seahorses and starfishes have an almost juicy, bursting quality to them. Courtesy of Simone Jewels Courtesy of Simone Jewels Courtesy of Simone Jewels Contrast that with how the Japanese might view the sea. For an island nation that we get the term 'tsunami' from, it is an entity of destructive power. Katsushika Hokusai's 'The Great Wave off Kanagawa', one of Japan's most famous artworks, inspired the latest Romance de l'art nouveau collection by Simone Jewels. A combination of art nouveau design and Hokusai's artistry, the line celebrates an interplay of chaos and serenity. Diamonds set onto white gold waves almost seem to crest and rise off a bed of chalcedony as water. And in their forms, you instantly recognise a view of the sea from the East. Courtesy of Tiffany & Co. For proof, though, that this cresting wave of aquatic designs is no passing trend, consider that Tiffany & Co. has selected Sea of Wonder as the theme of its Blue Book high jewellery collection for 2025. The first chapter for spring, which debuted in late April at the brand's Landmark flagship in New York, hinges heavily on the marine designs of Jean Schlumberger interpreted by Nathalie Verdeille, the house's chief artistic officer of jewellery and high jewellery. Each piece, she says, is an invitation to 'embark on a journey through uncharted realms of the deep sea'. Figurative at times, but just as equally bold, ornate and fantastical at others, these underwater jewels are an expression of human curiosity and creativity. Courtesy of Mikimoto Courtesy of Louis Vuitton Courtesy of Cartier The May 2025 'Sonder' issue of Vogue Singapore is available online and on newsstands.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Multiple guests launch lawsuits against 2 Las Vegas Strip hotels, claiming they were ‘massacred' by bedbugs
A pair of hotels along the Las Vegas Strip are facing lawsuits after guests reported being bitten by bedbugs, one requiring a hospital visit. Four visitors filed three lawsuits — two against the Luxor Hotel & Casino and one against Treasure Island — on April 21, according to 8 News Now, with guests saying in court documents they were 'massacred' by bedbugs and left with scars. Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) 'The hotel operator has a responsibility to make sure that that room is bedbug-free,' Brian Virag, an attorney representing the guests, told the local broadcaster in a story published May 12. Here are the details behind the story, and what you can do if you're ever in this situation. One lawsuit involves California woman Teresa Bruce, and says she stayed at the hotel Treasure Island last June. According to 8 News Now, Bruce's lawsuit alleges staff confirmed the presence of bedbugs in her room. After switching rooms, she noticed further bites, and staff allegedly once again found bedbugs. Illinois residents Courtney and Stephen Gully have sued the Luxor Hotel after Courtney allegedly had a reaction to bedbugs in their room in which she felt like her throat was closing. Per 8 News Now, the lawsuit states staff had to send an EMT to her room and an ambulance took her to the hospital where she was seen in the parking lot and given narcotics. Luxor refunded the resort fee following the incident last June. The final guest, Brianna McKenzie of Washington, stayed at the Luxor when the hotel allegedly confirmed the presence of bedbugs in her room last July, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Virag shared photos with the broadcaster of bite marks he says were from his clients. Every hotel guest, he says, regardless of how nice an establishment, should be protected from bedbugs. 'It doesn't matter if you're paying $60 a night for a room, or $600 a night for a room. The obligation on the hotel operator is the same — you have to keep the guests safe,' he said. Read more: This is how American car dealers use the '4-square method' to make big profits off you — and how you can ensure you pay a fair price for all your vehicle costs Journalists reached out to MGM International, owner of the Luxor, and Treasure Island for comment but did not immediately get a response. This isn't the first time Las Vegas hotels have been accused of bedbug infestations. Last fall, 8 News Now published a story on guests reporting bedbugs at four other hotels over a six-month period, according to the Southern Nevada Health District. Staying in a hotel with bedbugs is more than just an inconvenience. Bites can occasionally result in severe reactions and your personal belongings may become infested. While even the cleanest hotels can fall victim to bed bugs, there are preventative measures you can take to try to avoid staying in an infested hotel. Make sure to check reviews through websites like Google, TripAdvisor or Yelp and specifically search for the term 'bedbugs.' Keep an eye out for any reviews about recent infestations. If you wish, you can call the hotel to inquire about their bedbug protocols and other pest control procedures, and specifically ask how often each room is checked and/or treated. Once you arrive at your room, inspect common bedbug locations for signs of an infestation. They may be found in mattresses and around headboards, wall art and baseboards. Bedbugs are small and reddish-brown colored. Their eggs appear as tiny white specks and their feces are small black dots. Be on the lookout for blood spots on bedsheets. Bedbug bites may appear as clusters or in a linear pattern on exposed skin. 'They typically will bite in linear patterns,' Virag said while gesturing a bite sequence on his arm. 'We call it breakfast, lunch and dinner.' Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Multiple guests launch lawsuits against 2 Las Vegas Strip hotels, claiming they were ‘massacred' by bedbugs
A pair of hotels along the Las Vegas Strip are facing lawsuits after guests reported being bitten by bedbugs, one requiring a hospital visit. Four visitors filed three lawsuits — two against the Luxor Hotel & Casino and one against Treasure Island — on April 21, according to 8 News Now, with guests saying in court documents they were 'massacred' by bedbugs and left with scars. Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) 'The hotel operator has a responsibility to make sure that that room is bedbug-free,' Brian Virag, an attorney representing the guests, told the local broadcaster in a story published May 12. Here are the details behind the story, and what you can do if you're ever in this situation. One lawsuit involves California woman Teresa Bruce, and says she stayed at the hotel Treasure Island last June. According to 8 News Now, Bruce's lawsuit alleges staff confirmed the presence of bedbugs in her room. After switching rooms, she noticed further bites, and staff allegedly once again found bedbugs. Illinois residents Courtney and Stephen Gully have sued the Luxor Hotel after Courtney allegedly had a reaction to bedbugs in their room in which she felt like her throat was closing. Per 8 News Now, the lawsuit states staff had to send an EMT to her room and an ambulance took her to the hospital where she was seen in the parking lot and given narcotics. Luxor refunded the resort fee following the incident last June. The final guest, Brianna McKenzie of Washington, stayed at the Luxor when the hotel allegedly confirmed the presence of bedbugs in her room last July, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Virag shared photos with the broadcaster of bite marks he says were from his clients. Every hotel guest, he says, regardless of how nice an establishment, should be protected from bedbugs. 'It doesn't matter if you're paying $60 a night for a room, or $600 a night for a room. The obligation on the hotel operator is the same — you have to keep the guests safe,' he said. Read more: This is how American car dealers use the '4-square method' to make big profits off you — and how you can ensure you pay a fair price for all your vehicle costs Journalists reached out to MGM International, owner of the Luxor, and Treasure Island for comment but did not immediately get a response. This isn't the first time Las Vegas hotels have been accused of bedbug infestations. Last fall, 8 News Now published a story on guests reporting bedbugs at four other hotels over a six-month period, according to the Southern Nevada Health District. Staying in a hotel with bedbugs is more than just an inconvenience. Bites can occasionally result in severe reactions and your personal belongings may become infested. While even the cleanest hotels can fall victim to bed bugs, there are preventative measures you can take to try to avoid staying in an infested hotel. Make sure to check reviews through websites like Google, TripAdvisor or Yelp and specifically search for the term 'bedbugs.' Keep an eye out for any reviews about recent infestations. If you wish, you can call the hotel to inquire about their bedbug protocols and other pest control procedures, and specifically ask how often each room is checked and/or treated. Once you arrive at your room, inspect common bedbug locations for signs of an infestation. They may be found in mattresses and around headboards, wall art and baseboards. Bedbugs are small and reddish-brown colored. Their eggs appear as tiny white specks and their feces are small black dots. Be on the lookout for blood spots on bedsheets. Bedbug bites may appear as clusters or in a linear pattern on exposed skin. 'They typically will bite in linear patterns,' Virag said while gesturing a bite sequence on his arm. 'We call it breakfast, lunch and dinner.' Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Fire Chief urges caution after woman pulled from water at Treasure Island Beach
TREASURE ISLAND, Fla. (WFLA) — As Memorial Day weekend kicks into gear, it is important to remember to stay vigilant in the water, especially after a near-drowning that took place Friday evening and left one woman in the hospital. According to City of Treasure Island Fire Chief Trip Barrs, responders were called to the beach around 2:30 p.m. Friday for an EMS incident. WFLA spoke with Chief Barrs, who said that a woman was swimming with her family when she either had a medical emergency or was overcome by the surf. Chief Barrs also imparted some safety practices for people as we head into the holiday weekend. 'Certainly it's not just for kids. Definitely keep an eye on your kids — it's going to be crowded out there. There's going to be folks drinking, and not in their right minds, and making not the best decisions, so it's best if you are aware of your surroundings,' said Chief Barrs. 'When someone from your party goes in the water, keep an eye on them. Don't overdo it, don't overexert yourself. If you do get caught in a rip current, go with the flow of the rip and swim parallel to the beach until you get out of it, and then you can come back. It's best to expend your energy signaling to someone that you're in trouble than trying to fight a rip current, becoming overwhelmed, and drowning.' The woman was taken to the hospital, and her condition remains unknown. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Buzz Feed
24-05-2025
- Buzz Feed
15 Things People Shouldn't Romanticize
For a myriad of reasons, people tend to glamorize certain things that maybe don't need to be. So, when Reddit user SoloSammySilva asked: "What's something people only romanticize because they've never actually done it?" so many people shared their thoughts. Here's what they said below: "Living in the past. The 1920s weren't awesome, nor were the 1200s or the 1400s. You wouldn't have enjoyed life more if you were a knight in medieval times; you'd probably just die from an infection." —DoomFrog_"As a general rule: anytime before indoor plumbing and germ theory probably sucked."—PirateSanta_1"As a woman, any time before reliable contraception sucked."—t1mepiece "War, I'd imagine." "Renovating an old house. Are you a person who can never sit still? Probably for you. Do you enjoy downtime? Probably not for you." —thomilew"And you have to make sure you have LOTS of money. There are always expensive surprises that are found. Plumbing or wiring that needs to be replaced. 'The house shifted,' and now, the foundation needs to be repaired. Never know what is going to be next. Expensive!"—EmbarrassedPick1031 "The Mafia." "Moving out to the middle of nowhere and building a shelter and living off the land." —honestlyanidiot "A serious injury or major health crisis out there could be a death sentence."—OldCarWorshipper "Been in a serious relationship with 'the bad boy.'" "Mt. Everest." —AnxiousPeggingSlut"A member of my college graduating class is forever frozen on Everest. He was a smart, fit guy and an ultra-experienced outdoorsman and climber. But he keeled over not far from the summit, and never got up.I can understand the taste for adventure, but people with a lot less experience and fitness insist on climbing Everest and sometimes need to be hauled to the summit. Local people make good money as guides, but at the risk of their own lives."—angrymurderhornet "Sex on the beach." "Business travel." —Why_So_Slow"The whole day long I'm working, and when I manage to arrive at my hotel over at the other side of the city, I'm too tired to visit anything. Eat some cheap stuff from the hotel restaurant, go to sleep. It's really not romantic at all."—MrBlueCharon "Being stalked. Seriously, a friend of mine was raving about a romance book where the guy stalks a woman and is obsessed with her, 'but he saves her life.' I've been stalked, nothing about it is romantic." "Piracy. People assume that piracy was all treasure hunting, drinking, and sword fights, thanks almost exclusively to Robert Louis Stevenson's novel Treasure Island. In reality, no buried treasure has ever been found in the quantities we'd otherwise been led to believe, there were never maps where X marked the spot, and most pirates weren't world-class swordsmen. The majority of pirates during the golden age were ex-navy officers or personnel, freed slaves, or criminals on the run who initially accepted pardons from England as privateers to prey on Spanish treasure fleets in the Atlantic. And even then, the 'treasure' wasn't so much gold or jewels as it was spices, cloth, and other textiles. Finding actual gold or jewels was extremely rare. Additionally, most pirateships were not massive galleons or man-of-war ships; they were pretty commonly sloops of 20-30 men and maybe a handful of 10-pound guns." "Truth be told, most pirates didn't even kill their captives either; they just tied them up, ransacked the ship, and fled. It was extremely rare for someone to actually kill a prisoner in a pirate raid. But even rarer still was ship-to-ship combat, as repairs were extremely expensive and most crews wanted to avoid drawn-out conflicts as much as possible."—Mega_Nidoking "Threesomes." "Starting a business." —Still_Emotion"My husband and I own a business that's mildly successful. If we're not careful, everything we do is centered around the business — our social life, what we talk about at home, and hobbies. We have to make a concerted effort to find other things to talk about, meet people outside our sphere, and do hobbies just for fun so that we don't work ourselves to death. It's a fun business, but even fun businesses are a ton of work and all-consuming."—LavenderGwendolyn "Depression. No, they're not all tortured geniuses; they're just tortured." And finally, "Being a manager. I thought it was all big paychecks and corporate perks. Nope, I'm just babysitting grown adults." —Ratfor"I hated it so much that I asked for a demotion.I figured it would be easy, because I've always been a hard worker who needs very little supervision. Thought most people would be like that, but it turns out, almost no one is like it didn't help that my company had some pretty wonky sales/performance objectives. Everyone I managed could be completely on target ('meets expectations'), yet my branch (me) would be under our the only way for me to get a 'meets expectations' is if I am somehow able to motivate everyone to go above and beyond every single day for the entirety of my career. Couldn't even have conversations with people about failing to meet expectations, because on paper, they were doing exactly what their job description says. Yet every week, I was having conversations with my boss about 'underperforming.' Lol."—Subject_Reception681 Is there something you believe people only romanticize because they've never actually done it? Tell us what it is and why in the comments or anonymously in the Google Form below:
