https://www.robbreportindia.com/style/fashion-and-beauty/siddhartha-bansal-on-wearable-art-indian-storytelling-and-building-a-global-fashion-identity https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-22/83ovlvjq/Sothebys-6.jpg Siddhartha Bansal’s design language balances Indian tradition and modernity with striking clarity. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-22/d8i5k1sc/Sothebys-7.jpg His creations transform cultural motifs into contemporary wearable art with global visual resonance. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-22/qvj6jg9d/Sothebys-9.jpg The label bridges extremes, presenting Indian heritage through a modern and accessible lens. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-22/lq6ajtq5/Sothebys-10.jpg Versatility remains key, with garments designed to transition seamlessly across multiple occasions. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-22/h1gdv2o5/Sothebys-11.jpg For the brand, Storytelling remains central, with collections rooted in mythology, architecture, and personal memory. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-22/om7an1mt/Sothebys-8.jpg His long-term vision is to position Indian craft as a compelling, globally resonant luxury narrative. robbreportindia en 2026-04-22T12:52:13.950Z Siddhartha Bansal on Wearable Art, Indian Storytelling and Building a Global Fashion Identity Siddhartha Bansal https://www.robbreportindia.com/style/jewellery-and-accessories/worlds-most-coveted-blue-gems-kashmir-sapphires https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-16/ujg87zar/Getty-Images-18.jpg Kashmir sapphires are celebrated as the finest blue sapphires in the world because of their rare velvety cornflower-blue color. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-16/9hhvrr6x/Getty-Images-19.jpg In 1883, the Maharajah of Kashmir claimed ownership and banned private sapphire trade https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-16/zp4upac7/Getty-Images-20.jpg Kashmir sapphires are typically found in kaolinized pegmatite pockets, often densely packed with crystals. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-16/dkdl5pjq/Getty-Images-21.jpg Most Kashmir sapphires reaching the market today come from old stocks or occasional stones found unofficially by local people. robbreportindia en 2026-04-22T11:49:30.486Z Kashmir Sapphires: Why These Rare Blue Gemstones Are the World’s Most Coveted Kashmir Sapphires https://www.robbreportindia.com/travel/international/antarctica-air-cruise-experience https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/mp61rfxv/BMW-2.jpg The Magellan Explorer has been specifically designed for Antarctic aircruises. The vessel can accommodate 76 passengers and 60 crew members. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/aux3fdqg/BMW-3.jpg Weddell seals are considered among the top predators in the Antarctic. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/pfp25e31/BMW-4.jpg Gentoo penguins usually lay two eggs at a time, with parents sharing incubation duties. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/p24ftldr/BMW-5.jpg The Antarctic Peninsula has the highest concentration of humpback, Antarctic minke, and orca whales. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/km2hxysp/BMW-6.jpg Guests meet daily in the dining room to catch up over elaborate, threecourse dinners. robbreportindia en 2026-04-22T08:04:17.709Z Exploring Antarctica Without the Drake Passage Through an Air-Cruise Experience Antarctica, Drake Passage https://www.robbreportindia.com/travel/international/how-to-hire-a-private-travel-concierge-in-india https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-16/iytjlguf/Travel-Concierge The private travel concierge industry in India is growing fast. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-16/pt63ofn4/Travel-Concierge The growth is driven by a generation of high-net-worth travellers who want experiences planned, executed, and handled seamlessly. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-16/q8ov5xhy/Travel-Concierge A private travel concierge helps you plan and execute things that are different from the obvious travel itineraries. robbreportindia en 2026-04-22T05:30:00.000Z How to Hire a Private Travel Concierge in India Private Travel Concierge, India https://www.robbreportindia.com/motoring/cars/klaus-busse-on-maseratis-italian-dna-gran-turismo-philosophy-and-the-art-of-exclusivity https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/a7t8evyl/BMW.jpg Klaus Busse has been the head of design at Maserati since 2015. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/zb2rywrp/BMW-1.jpg From left: The process of creating the interior starts from the onset and isn’t a layer added to a form that has already been created ; Busse has been leading the design team at Maserati for over a decade now and has some of the most incredible designs to his credit. robbreportindia en 2026-04-22T04:30:00.000Z Klaus Busse on Maserati’s Italian DNA, Gran Turismo Philosophy, and the Art of Exclusivity Klaus Busse, Maserati https://www.robbreportindia.com/style/timepieces/watches-and-wonders-geneva-2026-the-year-of-restraint-over-spectacle https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/1kuja2k0/James-Bond-007-4.jpg At Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026 global uncertainty shaped the mood, yet the industry moved forward with calm confidence. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/14tjvtse/James-Bond-007-1.jpg Like always, watchmaking embraced the long viewsteady, considered, and precise in its approach this year. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/blfip3q5/James-Bond-007-3.jpg At rhe fair, innovation came into focus, as iconic designs were thoughtfully revisited with modern sensibility. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/y4rpsny8/James-Bond-007-2.jpg Innovation appeared in materials, understated yet meaningful within contemporary watchmaking conversations today. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/cpb01nq4/James-Bond-007-5.jpg Panerai dived back into its naval roots—where heritage, high-performance engineering, and deep-sea precision converge in a bold Luminor-led showcase. robbreportindia en 2026-04-21T11:00:04.792Z Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026: The Year Of Restraint Over Spectacle Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026 https://www.robbreportindia.com/style/fashion-and-beauty/ralph-lauren-forgot-to-credit-bandhani-but-this-is-how-deep-its-roots-are https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/pqqy9u0w/Ralph-Lauren At the centre of the whole debate is the label’s printed cotton wrap skirt available on Ralph’s official website for Rs 44,800. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/t1bagr8l/Ralph-Lauren On the website, the skirt was described as a design inspired by traditional Bandhani tie-dye techniques and motifs. robbreportindia en 2026-04-21T10:06:22.406Z Ralph Lauren Forgot to Credit Bandhani, but This Is How Deep Its Roots Are Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Controversy, Bandhani https://www.robbreportindia.com/travel/international/why-harbour-grand-kowloon-should-be-your-next-hong-kong-hotel https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/ypz56csj/Harbour-Grand-Kowloon Harbour Grand Kowloon is located on the edge of a harbour. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/43hyyy0b/Harbour-Grand-Kowloon The hotel has 967 rooms and suites. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/4mbd2ly9/Harbour-Grand-Kowloon Guests can unwind at the rooftop swimming pool. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-21/klvj7jj2/Harbour-Grand-Kowloon The Promenade serves international buffets. robbreportindia en 2026-04-21T08:33:10.245Z Why Harbour Grand Kowloon Should Be Your Next Hong Kong Hotel Hong Kong Hotel, Hong Kong , Harbour Grand Kowloon, Hotels in Hong Kong https://www.robbreportindia.com/style/timepieces/five-of-the-greatest-independent-watchmakers-in-the-world https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/efcrdbem/Independent-watchmakers Today, independent watchmakers command some of the highest auction prices in the industry, with waitlists that often stretch for years. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/oyey9pwk/Independent-watchmakers Philippe Dufour graduated from four years of watchmaking school to join Jaeger-LeCoultre in 1967. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/tnj642cq/Independent-watchmakers After founding his manufacture in 1999 with the debut of the Tourbillon Souverain via the Souscription series, Journe introduced a constant force remontoir within the wristwatch. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/66lhob6i/Independent-Watches Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey met during their time at Audemars Piguet Renaud and Papi in the early 1990s. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/kuikf7db/Independent-Watches Voutilainen trained at the Watchmaking School of Le Locle before working at Parmigiani Fleurier. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/ut6dfikh/Independent-Watches Rexhep Rexhepi apprenticed at Patek Philippe at the age of 15. robbreportindia en 2026-04-21T06:00:00.000Z Five of the Greatest Independent Watchmakers in the World Independent Watchmakers https://www.robbreportindia.com/travel/international/sri-lanka-travel-story-solitude-luxury-hotels-and-modern-architecture-from-galle-to-colombo https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-20/a7fu0mfj/James-Bond-007-5.jpg The rock temple of Yatagala is estimated to be around 1,200 years old and is located witihin a short drive from the city of Galle. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-20/zapbto39/James-Bond-007-8.jpg From Left: A dancer, accompanied by percussionists. ; Amanwella’s deep red porte-coch ère. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-20/yh5a9cw0/James-Bond-007-6.jpg The UNESCO-protected Galle Fort was originally built by the Portuguese in 1588. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-20/3yg1rxc1/James-Bond-007-11.jpg The Wellness Retreat at Habarana, designed by Palinda Kannangara, is a 4.6 acre site, located on the edge of the Habarana Lake. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-20/c1lo3id5/James-Bond-007-10.jpg A villa designed by architect Palinda Kannangara, is known for its lightweight appearance. robbreportindia en 2026-04-21T05:30:00.000Z Sri Lanka Travel Story: Solitude, Luxury Hotels and Modern Architecture From Galle to Colombo Sri lanka https://www.robbreportindia.com/style/fashion-and-beauty/the-answers-falguni-shane-peacock-on-design-celebrities-and-expansion-plans https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-20/1o4ytax1/James-Bond-007.jpg From left: Falguni (right) and Shane (left) founded their eponymous fashion label in 2004; a multi-coloured lehenga skirt styled with a bralette-style blouse adorned with crystals. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-20/9yifgwrn/James-Bond-007-3.jpg The Love Is campaign was shot at the Taj Mahal in Agra. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-20/xj2rpw9h/James-Bond-007-1.jpg A cut-out slip dress with arm warmer-style sleeves from the NYFW Spring/Summer ’24 collection. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-20/ba5a337l/James-Bond-007-4.jpg Their Forward Momentum –Chapter 20collection celebrated two decades of the brand. robbreportindia en 2026-04-21T04:30:00.000Z The Answers: Falguni Shane Peacock on Design, Celebrities and Expansion Plans Falguni Shane Peacock https://www.robbreportindia.com/travel/india/the-first-edition-of-the-chettinad-art-architecture-festival-was-a-masterclass-in-craft-and-architecture https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/65nlaqz3/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-38.jpg The journey from Tiruchirappalli International Airport to Chettinad sets the tone for a striking transition—from urban bustle to the quiet rhythm of rural Tamil Nadu, culminating in an arresting architectural reveal. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/gercuwth/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-39.jpg The inaugural Chettinad Art & Architecture Festival Kalai positions the region as a serious cultural destination, foregrounding its legacy through curated collaborations with heritage properties. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/vgt9i4wd/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-40.jpg Chettinad’s architectural identity is deeply rooted in the mercantile history of the Nagarathars, whose global trade networks across Southeast Asia funded the construction of expansive, intricately detailed mansions. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/vgniwdvz/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-41.jpg THE Lotus Palace Chettinad emerges as a vivid introduction to the region, its richly coloured façade blending Indian, colonial, Gothic, Saracenic and Art Deco influences with theatrical elegance. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/o3kmnr3c/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-42.jpg Signature design elements such as the thinai veranda, lime-plastered walls, and pillared courtyards demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of climate responsiveness and material ingenuity. robbreportindia en 2026-04-20T14:06:46.937Z The First Edition of the Chettinad Art & Architecture Festival Was a Masterclass in Craft and Architecture Chettinad https://www.robbreportindia.com/travel/india/kerala-travel-guide-backwaters-tea-hills-and-coastal-escapes https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/0vda5m43/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-33.jpg From Kochi’s colonial streets to Munnar’s tea estates and the calm of the backwaters, come let's explore Kerala. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/ku0tseej/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-35.jpg Kerala experiences extreme heat before the monsoon arrives. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/01if9j6b/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-36.jpg The monsoons in Kerala are very heavy and lasts for 3 months. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/tyrijoh8/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-34.jpg Kerela was colonised by Portuguese settlers. https://media.assettype.com/robbreportindia/2026-04-17/iw2klwoq/Mr.-Balbir-Singh-Dhillon-Brand-Director-Audi-India-Piyush-Arora-Managing-Director-CEO-Skoda-Auto-Volkswagen-India-Pvt-Ltd-Ravi-Shastri-Ex-Indian-Cricketer-37.jpg The beaches in Kerala are extremely clean and beautiful. robbreportindia en 2026-04-20T13:56:13.108Z Kerala Travel Guide: Backwaters, Tea Hills, and Coastal Escapes Kerala Travel Guide