It's not hard to find out six fashion trends when we look through these Fall / Winter collections. Navy Blue depicts a sense of authority on men, from men's cardigans to nightgowns to sports uniforms; Heritage Style combines today's modern sensibilities with traditional heritage; Sparkling Elegance makes you shine through the city, day or night, with an outfit that makes a statement, catches eyes, and most importantly - expresses yourself; Urban Classics - well-fitted blazer and a patterned button up shirt give you a hip, smart, and organised look that's perfect for casual or business; Leathering Ladies - whether it's jackets, boots, pants, or blouses, leather should have a place in any woman's wardrobe; Minimalistic and Simplistic - light-coloured, single layered, minimalistic pieces probably evoke images of an idyllic Sunday, lying on the grass and enjoying the sun.

1. Spanish brand Uterqüe has just opened its Asian debut at ifc mall. Its Fall / Winter line, named the Vision of Love, features a whole slew of leather outfits and accessories, from bags to pants to dresses. They come in different colours and styles, but when it comes to ladies and leather, the consensus is clear: they're a sexy match.
2. Leave the backpack at home, boys. This Bladon Flannel 24 Hour Bag by ALFRED DUNHILL is the ideal bag for the modern sophisticated men. The bag's flannel wool body carries your day's essentials while staying light, and the grained leather handle and base provide a sturdy grip.
3. This new clutch, named "Peggy", is a combination of modern design and classic traits - an amalgamation of eras and styles is Chloé's goal for its Fall / Winter line - a lightweight, minimalistic purse in suede and pearlised lambskin.
4. French fashion brand MAJE's foray into Hong Kong will start with a Fall / Winter line that blends Parisian chic with an edgy rocker attitude, and this blazer is the perfect example. Slim fitting that shows off feminine curves and specialised "jacquard weaving" that offers the highest quality of yarn control, this is a jacket that straddles the fine line between edgy swagger and feminine charms.

What makes a suit - or a pair of shoes, or a diamond bracelet, or anything else you wear - special isn't simply the material with which it was constructed. Sure, the finest material is important, but without equally fine craftsmanship - the art of meticulously pieceing various materials together - it would all be for naught. Then, of course, there's the fitting. Once considered a luxury for special occasions, bespoke clothing and accessories have nevertheless become relatively affordable in recent years. And when you combine the finest craftsmanship with expert tailoring, the result is - you looking your best.

The BVLGARI Serpenti series of jewellery is meticulously constructed using traditional techniques to present the Serpent – a symbol of eternal youth and immortality in the mythological bestiary.

The meticulous process first sees a series of highly detailed sketches, showing the design from all angles, followed by the creation of an exact 1:1 ratio wax replica. A team from the material department then examines the replica, to ensure that every slot and every cut fit the original design specification. Only when every single feature is spot on, does the team proceed to the next stage.

The master craftsmen behind the rigorous crafting process understand the characteristics of each gem - how these stones fit into each clap, how they're cast, cut, and polished, and how they fit and accommodate the human body. At the core of the jewellery is an internal spring in white gold that was expertly put in place. This small but important detail gives the piece its snake-like characteristics. It is a painstaking process that combines technology, expert craftsmanship, and genuine care. That is why, despite around 60 years in the market, the Serpenti is still a trendsetter.

Building the right suit for a gentleman is a lot of work, even for a company that's been doing it for 241 years, like GIEVES & HAWKES.

The client first meets with a sales consultant and "the cutter" - the man who oversees the entire production of the suit - to describe exactly what he wants. Then a cloth is selected, measurements are taken, and hand-drafted patterns are created.

"All this is to ensure the cloth falls naturally on the person," explains Richard Lawson, a GIEVES & HAWKES Bespoke Cutter in London. "Once the cloth's fit is perfected, we do a round of stitching before passing it on to the specialist pressers, who would press the garment and its linings into its final form."

It takes up to 12 weeks and several fittings to create the suit for a first-time customer (half that time for returning customers). This might seem like a long time, but it makes so much sense - one doesn't become the longest running bespoke tailoring company in the world and the pride of Savile Row by taking shortcuts, and for GIEVES & HAWKES, every step to building a suit has to be treated with precision.

Since its inception into Swedish luxury brand BALLY's line in 1951, The Scribe collection has developed a reputation as one of the most luxurious leather shoes in the world, and so it should come as no surprise that BALLY has added to the legend of Scribe by introducing a bespoke Scribe service.

After a customer has selected a model and size, the bespoke process will then be carried out in Switzerland - a meticulous process that takes up to three months. Each shoe starts with the finest quality of natural hides, then hand-moulded into leather, followed by hand-dyed and polishing to create its specific colour and antique effect. The other parts of the shoes, from the sole to the tongue, are all seamed with full leather lining for a finishing touch.

What makes each Scribe unique in its own way is the handwritten note inside each pair of shoes, a mark left by the craftsman signifying the shoe's model and size, that is the epitome of flawless craftsmanship.

Close your eyes and imagine this scenario: It's your day off, you're nestled away inside a comfortable, serene room, surrounded by aromatherapy candles and your own personal masseuse. How relaxing would that be?

Let's change the scene: It's a busy workday, you've just finished work but have a slew of appointments, errands, and dinner to attend. You have less than an hour of free time and you want to rewind, de-stress, and recharge.

Whether it's a weekend long spa getaway, or a convenient between- meetings quick-fix facial or massage that you look for right in the middle of Central, ifc has just what you need.

Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong

To spend a weekend afternoon away at a spa may be a luxury to many of us, but the idea of a total unwind is just too tempting to pass up. The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong features 17 private treatment rooms, with most of these rooms offering a panoramic sea view - imagine the tranquility of enjoying a six-star spa and beauty service while overlooking Hong Kong's harbour.

The Spa uses only high quality products, such as French brand Biologique Recherche - available only here in Hong Kong - whose products feature over 20% botanical, marine, and biological extracts, with no artificial fragrances.

Each treatment starts with a consultation, in which the spa specialists find just the right product for your specific skin type, followed by application using specially trained techniques, created by renowned skin specialist Doctor Philippe Allouche, such as resculpting, plumping, and lifting.

Aside from facial treatments, the Spa also offers a package for couples, "Romantic Reflection". This indulgent couple's treatment begins with a red-wine bubble bath while sipping a glass of champagne. It continues with a customised full-body polish and a relaxing steam shower. This reflective journey finishes with a Four Seasons Fusion Massage, leaving you both feeling tranquil and stimulated.

ifc mall is not only about shopping, but it is also a place where art and culture inspire everyday life. For the very first time in Asia, ifc played host to an international treasure this year when it became home to Lyuba, a baby mammoth that had been buried in permafrost of the Yamal Peninsula, Siberia for nearly 42,000 years. This 84cm tall, 50kg female Siberian specimen got top billing in the exhibition at ifc mall's Oval Atrium and shared the stage with a two-tonne, 17-meter-high exact replica of a steppe mammoth skeleton. The exhibition and museum-in-mall had garnered much attention as thousands of local and overseas media and visitors marvelled at the epic scope and scale of ancient wildlife.

On the day of opening, ifc invited guests including Tsang Tak-sing, GBS, JP, Secretary for Home Affairs, and Evgeniy Koltunov, Director of Department of Culture of Yamalo-Nenetskiy District, Department of Foreign Economic Relations, Russia to welcome Lyuba. ifc also collaborated with the Stephen Hui Geological Museum at the Department of Earth Sciences of The University of Hong Kong to provide guided tours to the public. And during this period, shoppers were treated to scented candles by diptyque, or a pair of Aviator sunglasses by Giuseppe Zanotti Design, upon purchases in the mall.

As one of the most prominent structures in the world's iconic skyline, ifc was the ideal place for Pritzker Prize-winning British architect Richard Rogers and his practice, Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners (RSHP) to showcase their brilliant work. This world class exhibition was not only easy on the eyes, but offered ifc visitors an insightful journey into how architecture has shaped cities and transformed lives around the world.

Over 40 years of Richard Rogers' work - including the Centre Pompidou in Paris, the Lloyd's of London building and Terminal 4 at Madrid's Barajas Airport was on display, from early design sketches to miniature models to personal notes that offer insight to how architecture shapes cities.

In collaboration with the British Council, RSHP held workshops and talks with aspiring architects in Hong Kong, and many eager minds turned up, hoping to shape Hong Kong's future for the better.