In the business world, there are people who rise to the pinnacle of success, achieving the freedom to pursue their passions. Distinguished real estate investor and luxury car collector Luc Poirier is the perfect example. In this exclusive interview with LUXE, Luc Poirier opens his garage doors to reveal why

In 2020, Chanel celebrated the 20th anniversary of the J12 with the perfectly transparent J12 X-Ray. This year, the J12 Diamond Tourbillon shows once again that even the most cutting-edge watchmaking expertise can be entirely subordinate to aesthetics. Here, a solitaire diamond rotates on a flying tourbillon: pure poetry.   In collaboration

This exceptional 910-carat, Type IIa rough diamond was found in 2018 and has given rise to one of the most extraordinary high jewelry collections ever created: Legend of Diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels.   In collaboration with Europa Star   Woven into the story of every great jeweler are the world’s most

On the occasion of the LVMH Watch Week, Bulgari introduced four new Serpenti secret watches revisiting the iconic design from the 1950s. These models are all equipped with the new ultra-small Piccolissimo mechanical movement, one of the smallest in the world, entirely conceived and produced within the Bulgari Manufacture in

The Made in Lucerne brand is renewing its Manero Flyback line. These models complete with complications embrace a cosmopolitan spirit well suited to the new reality of our time. Let’s take a closer look at this sporty-chic and elegantly optimistic series.   In collaboration with Europa Star   Carl F. Bucherer’s messaging around the

Patek Philippe has announced that the Nautilus 5711/1A-010, with its iconic blue dial, will be permanently discontinued. The “reference of references” – consigned to history? What on earth has got into Patek Philippe? In fact, the decision was taken back in 2019, at Baselworld. According to Thierry Stern, “There were

As every admirer of the Chanel style (or Chanel “allure”, to use the technical term) knows perfectly well, the maison follows its own rigorous stylistic grammar, whose elements were established very early on by Gabrielle Chanel. These elements include the essential black and white, the famous Chanel beige, Breton stripes,

The new 5236P In-Line Perpetual Calendar from Patek Philippe is both supremely elegant and extraordinarily legible, thanks to its in-line day-date-month display in a single window. Just how did the innovative watchmakers at Patek Philippe go about creating a new self-winding movement that enables this perfect sobriety of the display?   In

Franco-Swiss watchmaker Orkos has developed an innovative solution to theft, loss, and unauthorized use of luxury watches. Watchlock® is the world’s first patented bracelet clasp with an easy-to-use micro-locking system that keeps fine watches secure; protecting a legacy that can be passed down through generations. A personal mission  Orkos founder and CEO Sébastien

To get a better idea of how the interaction between aesthetics and engineering came about in this collection, Europa Star met Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani, Watch Design Senior Director, and Alfredo De Biase, Special Movement Project Manager at Bulgari Horlogerie.   In collaboration with Europa Star   With its Octo Finissimo line, Bulgari has not only

Why is Canada not in the top 20 global markets for Swiss watchmakers, despite its high level of development? The potential of the Canadian watch market, in the shadow of its American neighbor, seems far from being reached, particularly in Montreal, a metropolis in the throes of renewal. Several initiatives are aiming

Birks is Canada’s largest chain of watch and jewelry stores, with nearly 30 points of sale across the country. It also produces its own jewelry lines. For the latest financial year, the group recorded sales of $151 million. This company, founded in Montreal in the 19th century, also has a

Since 1927, Europa Star magazine is the go-to reference for all things watchmaking. A family business, the magazine remains faithful to the spirit of its founder, the Swiss Hugo Buchser, more than fifty years after his death. Europa Star is broadcast in over 170 countries and puts out five publications

Well known in Switzerland and amongst a very select few in the high-end jewelry world, BEAUREGARD fuses watchmaking and jewelry in an unprecedented fashion. Founded by Montrealer Alexandre Beauregard and based in Geneva, the company offers exceptional Swiss timepieces with bold designs, beautifully set hand-polished stones, among other unique elements.

For the first time ever, Salon de Montreal hosted an international Watch Fair in Montreal on September 27 and 28 2019 at the enchanting Saint-James Club. This unique event allowed the public to meet the creators of the most prestigious watch brands from all over the world, in addition to

From Wednesday, September 25, to Saturday, September 28, 2019, the 29th annual Monaco Yacht Show will once again host the world of international yachting. Galas, business meetings and private events will be held in the glamourous Principality of Monaco.   Held in the iconic Port Hercules in the Principality of Monaco, the

With a true passion for aviation, luxurious travel and the jet-set lifestyle, 88 Jets is ready to assist LUXE magazine's travellers in their worldwide needs. The clientele of 88 Jets ranges from high-end entrepreneurs, to world leaders and royals, to global travellers.   The founders of 88 Jets, Linda, Michelle and Bas,

The 75th Montréal International Auto Show (MIAS) was held from January 19 to January 28, 2018, at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. The theme: “Enter the Revolution.” This year, the MIAS proved again why, since its very beginnings, it has always been the top spot for unveiling automobile revolutions

While Fashion Week was in full swing, LUXE magazine took advantage of a visit to the Big Apple to test the new Lincoln MKZ and share its impressions with readers. Conclusion: appreciated and approved!   At LUXE magazine, we think big, which is why we want to showcase high-profile projects in Quebec and

The 32nd annual Palm Beach International Boat Show took place from March 23 to 26 2017 on the beautiful Flagler Drive waterfront in downtown West Palm Beach. One of the 10 top nautical events in the world, this boat show features each year magnificent yachts measuring up to 300 feet

The 2017 Canadian International AutoShow was held in Toronto from February 17 to 26. Once again, car enthusi- asts were delighted by the diverse array of vehicles, including Alfa Romeo, Rolls Royce, Ferrari, BMW and Mercedes, exhibited across over 60,000 square metres at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The event was both the biggest auto

In 2003, Martin Eberhard and Marc Tapenning founded Tesla Motors. Their inspiration: inventor Nikola Tesla. Interested in electricity, he was the first to design an efficient way of using alternating current in an auto and to patent the induction motor in 1888. Inspired by this technology, in 2008 the American

Exclusive report: an incursion into the universe of Montréal’s DAC Jet Internationale, a subsidiary of Groupe DAC Aviation International, which offers an experience unique in North America and Europe.   Imagine the feeling. A Rolls Royce is waiting at your door and drops you off two metres from an elegant jet –

Versace. Hermès. Vuitton. Bulgari. All these names remind aficionados of ultra-prestigious brands that exclusiveness has a price. The world of automobiles is no different. LUXE presents its choice of super-performance vehicles. 1st place: Lamborghini Veneno Roadster The Veneno Roadster, launched by Lamborghini to celebrate its 50th anniversary, takes the top spot for extravagance.