From luxury Maisons to emerging designers, this week delivered a wave of fashion and culture moments you might have missed. Tech and craft converged in standout launches from TAG Heuer, Kate & Kole and Piaget, while Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co. ushered in the holiday season with cinematic magic.

Brands from RIMOWA to Canada Goose unveiled new collections, and Australian labels like Harris Tapper, KOLEF and ESSE Studios made their mark with thoughtful, design-led moments. Even automotive and spirits brands joined the spotlight, proving innovation and style continue to shape every corner of the cultural landscape. For all the fashion moments you might've missed this week, read on.

TAG Heuer announces New Balance collaboration

TAG Heuer’s new Connected Calibre E5 marks the brand’s most advanced smartwatch yet, blending a decade of digital innovation with Swiss watchmaking refinement in a design that now spans both 45mm and 40mm sizes. With enhanced materials, improved battery life, expanded wellness and sports capabilities, and the next-generation TAG Heuer OS, the Calibre E5 elevates the connected watch into an experience that is as emotional as it is technological.

Find out more on the TAG Heuer website.

Louis Vuitton announces Holiday Campaign “Le Voyage des Lumières"

Louis Vuitton’s 2025 Holiday Campaign, Le Voyage des Lumières, unfolds as a luminous journey that begins in Asnières and follows a magical lantern across Paris and into dreamlike winter landscapes, capturing the wonder and warmth of the season. Highlighting the Maison’s iconic creations – from Capucines and Speedy bags to Colour Blossom jewellery and the Music Trunk – the campaign celebrates Louis Vuitton’s craftsmanship and the timeless spirit of travel.

Find out more on the Louis Vuitton website.

Kate & Kole launch new Wellness Ring

Kate & Kole introduces the Wellness Ring, a first-of-its-kind fine-jewellery companion to the Oura Ring that blends handcrafted elegance with data-driven wellbeing. Designed in gold with a low-profile diamond silhouette, it enhances rather than hides the Oura Ring – offering a refined, meaningful way to bring beauty, balance and intention into everyday life.

Find out more on the Kate & Kole website.

RIMOWA expands to two new hues

RIMOWA’s Essential collection expands with two new nature-inspired seasonal hues, Clay and Terracotta – earthy tones that evoke raw clay’s softness and the warm depth of kiln-fired ceramics. Crafted in high-performance polycarbonate with a fully monochromatic finish, the new pieces blend refined design with signature functionality, offering travellers a harmonious, earthy palette.

Find out more on the RIMOWA website.

Piaget reimagines Warhol icon for new 'Collage' watch

Piaget’s new Andy Warhol Watch “Collage” Limited Edition reimagines one of Warhol’s iconic 1986 polaroid self-portrait collages through a vibrant gemstone-marquetry dial set in an 18-carat yellow-gold case. Limited to just 50 pieces, the watch celebrates the Maison’s partnership with the Andy Warhol Foundation by blending Piaget’s artistic craftsmanship with Warhol’s bold, expressive creativity.

Find out more on the Piaget website.

Harris Tapper launches debut Cruise Collection at Carthona in Sydney

New Zealand label Harris Tapper hosted a special aperitivo hour at the heritage-listed Carthona in Sydney this week, a moment to celebrate their debut Cruise Collection's launch. Guests like Cynthia Taylu, Bella Thomas, Mana Mackay and Caro Tran arrived, decked out in the Cruise and Resort collections, to a spectacular sunset hour on the lawns, with canapes, a butter-cream candelabra and roving vermouth sodas and Gimlets.

Find out more on the Harris Tapper website.

Haider Ackermann drops latest ‘Snow Goose by Canada Goose’ collection

Haider Ackermann’s third 'Snow Goose by Canada Goose' collection reimagines winterwear through unexpected lightness, vivid colour and a deep connection to the natural world, brought to life in a campaign fronted by Willie Nelson. Rooted in the message “The Earth Needs All the Friends It Can Get,” the collection blends Arctic heritage with modern softness and sustainability, underscoring Canada Goose’s enduring commitment to protecting the planet.

Find out more on the Canada Goose website.

Van Cleef & Arpels unveils collaboration with Sydney Festival

Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels deepens its commitment to Australia’s cultural landscape with a new partnership at the 2026 Sydney Festival, presenting Alessandro Sciarroni’s Save the Last Dance for Me and Eun-Me Ahn’s Post-Orientalist Express. The collaboration brings two visionary choreographers to local audiences, celebrating both the preservation of rare dance traditions and the bold reinvention of contemporary Asian movement.

Find out more on the Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels website.

Australia handbag brand KOLEF launches

KOLEF debuted this week, as a sustainable accessories brand focused on stylish, functional handbags crafted from certified recycled materials for modern, eco-conscious women. The brand pairs elevated design with environmental commitments like tree-planting, textile recycling, and donating 1% of sales to support the planet.

Find out more on the KOLEF website.

Christian Louboutin hosts pop-up Louboutin Bar at David Jones Elizabeth Street

Christian Louboutin’s pop-up Louboutin Bar at David Jones Elizabeth Street brought a burst of Parisian glamour to Sydney this week,inviting guests into a vibrant red-hued space inspired by the Maison’s iconic style. With signature cocktails like the Loubitini and an exclusive Loubi Love Cake by Lune, the bar offers a luxurious blend of fashion, flavour, and playful sophistication.

Find out more on the Christian Louboutin website.

Tiffany & Co. celebrates the holiday with Anya Taylor-Joy

Tiffany & Co. ushered in the holiday season at its iconic Fifth Avenue Landmark, celebrating with House Ambassador Anya Taylor-Joy as she illuminated the enchanting Bird on a Rock installation. The star-studded evening immersed guests in the magic of Tiffany’s festive world, complete with sparkling window displays, winter wonderland projections and a special performance by Audrey McGraw.

Find out more on the Tiffany & Co. website.

Baileys celebrates new Cinnamon Scroll flavour with bakery takeover

Baileys is celebrating the debut of its new Cinnamon Scroll liqueur by partnering with Melbourne bakery Simply Mike’s to give away limited-edition Baileys Cinnamon Scrolls for one week only. The collaboration marks a sweet new chapter for the beloved bakery while spotlighting Baileys’ festive flavour for the holiday season.

Find out more on the Bailey's website.

ESSE Studios launches its a weeklong ‘In Residence’ collaboration with TheEnd

TheEND and ESSE united this week for Objects of Intention, an immersive installation that brings together slow fashion and handcrafted design in a liveable gallery space celebrating artistry, materiality and mindful consumption. Showcased at TheEND’s Paddington showroom, the collaboration highlights both brands’ shared commitment to intentional craft, where furniture, fashion and sculptural objects coexist in a dialogue of longevity and purpose.

Find out more on the ESSE Studios website.

Blancpain honours Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025

Blancpain’s Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 celebrates the vibrant beauty and fragility of the ocean, awarding Indonesia-based photographer Yury Ivanov the top honour for his striking macro image of two “ladybug” amphipods in Bali. The Maison also recognises marine biologist and blackwater photographer Jialing Cai with the Female Fifty Fathoms Award, underscoring Blancpain’s ongoing commitment to ocean exploration, awareness, and conservation through its Blancpain Ocean Commitment program.

Find out more on the Blancpain website.

Cody Simpson named ambassador for Zeekr’s all-electric 7X SUV

Zeekr appointed Australian singer, athlete, and environmental advocate Cody Simpson as the official ambassador for its new luxury electric SUV, the Zeekr 7X this week – aligning his high-performance, sustainability-driven lifestyle with the brand’s cutting-edge EV design. With over 3,000 pre-sale orders already placed, the 7X strengthens Zeekr’s growing presence in Australia, offering ultra-fast charging, long-range capability, and a premium driving experience built for modern, conscious drivers.

Find out more on the Zeekr website.