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The Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM), creators of the Fairmined initiative, and Tracemark are joining key efforts in responsible and traceable gold sourcing. Chopard was the first high-end brand to launch a range of ethical jewellery when, in 2013, it launched a diamond cuff and earrings made from Fairmined gold. Courtesy Chopard. Fairmined is an assurance label that certifies gold from small - scale mining organizations embracing responsible practices. It transforms mining into an active force for good, providing everyone with a source of gold to be proud of. The Fairmined initiative was created by the Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM), a non - profit organization globally recognized as a leader and pioneer of responsible artisanal and small-scale mining. Fairmined raises awareness around the needs of the artisanal and small-scale mining sector and strives to make the gold industry more conscious about the positive impact their support can generate in the sector. Conscious consumers can also be a part of the change by purchasing products that tell a beautiful story of positive impact. The partnership established between Tracemark, a worldwide standard for traceable jewelry, and the global leading standard in responsible ASGM developed by Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM), the Fairmined standard, is a way to guarantee full traceability of the gold used in a single piece of jewelry, by providing evidence on its journey through the entire supply chain, from the mine to the hands of the end consumer. This alliance was born out of shared values from the two organizations, which seek to guarantee the protection of human rights and promote sustainable practices in the extraction process of precious metals used in the jewelry industry. And one of the key ways this can be achieved is by using segregated materials that have been extracted by certified mining organizations that go through exhaustive audits every year to comply with the Fairmined standard. With this project, both organizations focus on incentivizing transparency in the jewelry sector by providing the right tools to the end consumer, so that they can make purchasing decisions that are aligned with their personal values, and that promote collaboration among key actors of the supply chain towards a more ethical industry. Tracemark, is the first organization that focuses on providing full traceability for each individual piece of jewelry, from the origin of each one of its source materials, all the way to the end consumer, ensuring that each step of the supply chain complies with the highest standards in responsible sourcing. Tracemark has been internationally recognized as the “Most innovative business of 2022” by the prestigious luxury accelerator, Positive Luxury, for designing a unique traceability system based on in-house technology that uses encrypted software. The Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM), has been a leader in accompanying and guiding small-scale mining organizations to adopt the best practices in the gold extraction industry and has created internationally recognized standards that have transformed the artisanal and small-scale mining sector (ASM). Fairmined is the highest assurance label, that guarantees the gold produced by certified mines, has the most ethical and responsible gold, following practices that preserve the environment and promote fair mining. To ensure human rights, Fairmined certified mining organizations must ensure working conditions comply with all safety and health regulations, promote the well-being of miners and the community, ensure there is no child labor nor armed conflict involved in the mining activity, promote gender equality, and ensure responsible extraction and productions practices are met. Fairmined & Tracemark, “The golden partnership, a key step towards ethical jewelry ” This partnership signifies that the Fairmined standard has officially been included in the Tracemark protocol. This means that the powerful regulated protocol is now combined with an assurance label where traceability is met by complying with the strict guides of the standard, going through annual third-party audits, and are also accredited by the RJC. How does it work? Traceable pieces of jewelry that comply with the Fairmined standards, follow the labeled sourcing model. Brands and suppliers that use this model, could opt for Tracemark’s unique alphanumeric code engraved on a jewelry piece which is accompanied by a QR code that will provide the end consumer, access to a traceability panel containing the traceability information and the story of the origin or their piece (including the mine it comes from, and the people involved in sourcing and producing it). “The jewelry industry is an economic activity that feeds over 30 million families worldwide. The livelihood of over 150,000 people depend on the artisanal and small-scale mining sector. Considering this is a sector where irregular mining is predominant, we are faced with the need to promote changes and transparency in the sector. Sustainability is a long-run goal, and our responsibility as industry leaders is to promote sustainable development, ensure human rights, and protection of the environment. The collaboration between institutions is the way towards a bigger positive impact, and that is what this partnership symbolizes: Fairmined and Tracemark are an alliance to promote transparency." Berta Serret – CEO & Founder Tracemark “Our purpose is to transform artisanal and small-scale mining into a positive force, respectful of human rights and the environment, in this way we work hand in hand with the miners, and their communities and connect them with the markets that seek responsible gold. For us, this alliance with Tracemark means making Fairmined certified gold available to thousands of jewelers, which is part of a transparent supply chain. This alliance allows us to broaden the reach of our most important message: Fairmined precious metals are obtained with the best mining practices in the artisanal and small-scale sector, guaranteeing the protection of biodiversity and human rights.” Laura Galvis - Market Development Officer of The Alliance for Responsible Mining

LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s leading luxury goods group, recorded revenue of €79.2 billion in 2022 All business groups achieved significant organic revenue growth over the year (see table on page 3). Fashion & Leather Goods notably reached record levels, with organic revenue growth of 20%. Profit from recurring operations stood at €21.1 billion for 2022, up 23%. Operating margin remained at the same level as 2021. Group share of net profit was €14.1 billion, up 17% compared to 2021. Operating free cash flow surpassed €10 billion. Europe, the United States and Japan rose sharply, benefiting from strong demand from local customers and the recovery of international travel. Asia was stable over the year due to developments in the health situation in China. Bernard Arnault, Chairman and CEO of LVMH, said: “Our performance in 2022 illustrates the exceptional appeal of our Maisons and their ability to create desire during a year affected by economic and geopolitical challenges. The Group once again recorded significant growth in revenue and earnings. Our growth strategy, based on the complementary nature of our activities, as well as their geographic diversity, encourages innovation and the quality of our creations, the excellence of their distribution, and adds a cultural and historical dimension thanks to the heritage of our Maisons. This was showcased during our hugely successful LVMH Journées Particulières, when we opened our doors to all in fifteen countries in 2022 and saw a record number of visitors come to learn about the know-how of our artisans. We approach 2023 with confidence but remain vigilant due to current uncertainties. We count on the desirability of our Maisons and the agility of our teams to further strengthen our lead in the global luxury market and support France’s prestige throughout the world.” Highlights of 2022 include: A record year despite the geopolitical and economic situation, Significant revenue growth for all business groups and market share gains worldwide, Strong growth in business in Europe, Japan and the United States, Good growth in Champagne and Cognac, based on a value creation strategy, A remarkable performance by the Fashion & Leather Goods business group, notably Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Celine, Fendi, Loro Piana, Loewe and Marc Jacobs, which are gaining market share globally and reaching record levels of revenue and earnings, Louis Vuitton revenue surpassed 20 billion euros, for the first time, Strong growth in perfumes. The continued global success of Dior’s Sauvage, once again world leader in 2022, Sustained creative momentum for all our Watches & Jewelry Maisons, in particular Tiffany, Bulgari and TAG Heuer, A remarkable rebound for Sephora, which confirmed its place as world leader in the distribution of beauty products, Operating investments of nearly €5 billion, mainly dedicated to the expansion of the store network, the development of production facilities and employment, Operating free cash flow of more than €10 billion. LVMH, a strong social economic footprint in France and around the world: 39,000 young people recruited worldwide in 2022. In France, LVMH recruited more than 15,000 people in 2022, which makes the Group the leading private recruiter in the country. In 2022, LVMH invested nearly 215 million euros in training its employees. In France, one job created directly by LVMH generates four for the French economy. That is equivalent to around 160,000 people working indirectly for the Group. More than 500 stores and 110 manufacturing facilities and workshops located across France. LVMH opens several manufacturing facilities each year in France, notably for Louis Vuitton. Five billion in corporation taxes paid worldwide, almost half of which in France. More than one billion euros invested in France each year. On average over recent years, the total fiscal footprint (corporation tax + VAT + social charges) of LVMH in France is more than 4.5 billion euros per year. The salaries of the group’s employees are among the most competitive in their sector of activity. Most of our employees in France benefit from profit-sharing, with an overall total for the group of 400 million euros in 2022. LVMH has been recognized for its leadership in terms of transparency and performance in matters concerning the protection of the climate, forests and water by the CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), a global not-for-profit environmental organization and is now one of 12 companies in the world to have obtained a triple “A” rating out of more than 15,000 rated companies. Fashion & Leather Goods: exceptional performances by Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Celine, Fendi, Loro Piana, Loewe and Marc Jacobs The Fashion & Leather Goods business group recorded revenue growth of 25% in 2022 (20% on an organic basis). Profit from recurring operations was up 22%. Louis Vuitton had an excellent year, again driven by its exceptional creativity, the quality of its products and its strong ties with art and culture. The women’s ready-to-wear fashion shows created by Nicolas Ghesquière were extremely well-received. Many new products were unveiled in leather goods, jewelry and watches. Meanwhile, the new “LV Dream” exhibition in Paris pays tribute to 160 years of creative exchanges that fuel Louis Vuitton’s spirit of innovation, and a new collaboration with Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama was unveiled, revisiting iconic creations of the Maison. Christian Dior continued its remarkable growth trajectory across all its product lines. After three years of renovations, the Maison’s historic store at 30 avenue Montaigne, which reopened in Paris in early 2022, enjoyed huge success, offering a new experience of the highest refinement. Its fashion shows continued to offer exceptional moments, whether in Seville, Spain, for the women’s collections of Maria Grazia Chiuri, or in Egypt at the foot of the Giza pyramids for the men’s show imagined by Kim Jones. Celine experienced very strong growth thanks to the success of Hedi Slimane’s creations and his extremely modern and precise vision, as did Loewe, driven by the strong creativity of J.W. Anderson. Fendi celebrated the 25th anniversary of its iconic Baguette bag in New York. Loro Piana, Rimowa and Marc Jacobs also had an excellent year. Perfumes & Cosmetics: strong momentum in perfume and continued selective distribution The Perfumes & Cosmetics business group recorded revenue growth of 17% in 2022 (10% on an organic basis). Profit from recurring operations was slightly down as a result of a very selective policy of distribution to assert itself in the prestige universe. Christian Dior enjoyed a remarkable performance, strengthening its lead. Sauvage confirmed its position as the world’s leading perfume, while the iconic women’s fragrances Miss Dior and J’adore, enriched with its latest creation Parfum d’Eau, continued to grow. Dior Addict in make-up and Prestige in skincare also contributed to the rapid growth of the Maison. Guerlain sustained its growth, driven notably by the vitality of its Abeille Royale skincare, its Aqua Allegoria collection and its exceptional perfumes L’Art et la Matière. Parfums Givenchy benefited from the continued success of its fragrances. Fenty Beauty doubled its revenue thanks to the expansion of its distribution network and the success of its launches. Watches & Jewelry: rapid growth in jewelry and watches The Watches & Jewelry business group recorded revenue growth of 18% in 2022 (12% on an organic basis). Profit from recurring operations was up 20%. Tiffany & Co. had a record year, driven by its increasing desirability. While its High Jewelry revenue doubled, the new Lock bracelet collection, rolled out in North America, enjoyed great success alongside other iconic lines. The “Vision & Virtuosity” exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery in London showcased 185 years of creativity and know-how of the Maison over the summer. Bvlgari confirmed its strong momentum, particularly in Europe, Japan and the United States. The iconic Serpenti line and the High Jewelry and High Watchmaking collections were the main growth drivers. The Octo Finissimo Ultra watch broke a new record of thinness. Chaumet had a good year and celebrated nature with its “Végétal” exhibition in Paris. Fred showed strong growth and launched its first retrospective exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris. In the watchmaking sector, TAG Heuer unveiled, among other innovations, the Carrera Plasma, an avant-garde fusion of watchmaking and lab grown diamonds. As official timekeeper, Hublot enjoyed strong visibility during the 2022 Football World Cup. Zenith continued to expand its in-store and online distribution. Selective Retailing: excellent performance by Sephora; DFS impacted by the health situation in China Selective Retailing revenue was up 26% in 2022 (17% on an organic basis). Profit from recurring operations was up 48%. With a strong rebound in activity in its stores, Sephora enjoyed a record performance in both revenue and earnings. Momentum was particularly strong in North America, Europe, the Middle East and in most Southeast Asian countries. Further investments were made into Sephora’s omnichannel strategy in order to continuously improve its customers’ purchasing experience both online and in-store. The network continued to expand notably due to the partnership with Kohl’s in the United States. Sephora’s Russian business was divested. DFS was still affected by the health situation in China. The flagship destinations of Hong Kong and Macau particularly suffered as a result of the suspension of domestic travel and the complete absence of tourists but just reopened in January. Le Bon Marché, which is growing strongly, continued to develop innovative concepts and benefit from the return of loyal French customers and international travellers. Confidence in 2023 With the month of January having started well and despite an uncertain geopolitical and economic environment, LVMH is confident in its ability to continue the growth observed in 2022. The Group will pursue its brand development focused strategy, underpinned by continued innovation and investment as well as a constant quest for desirability and quality in its products and their distribution. Driven by the agility of its teams, their entrepreneurial spirit and its well diversified presence across businesses and geographic areas in which its customers are located, LVMH enters 2023 with confidence and once again, sets an objective of reinforcing its global leadership position in luxury goods. The Board of Directors met on January 26th to approve the financial statements for 2022. Audit procedures have been carried out and the audit report is being issued. The regulated information related to this press release as well as the presentation of the annual results and the “Financial documents” report are available on the website www.lvmh.com Details of the webcast relating to the publication of the 2022 annual results are available at: www.lvmh.com For the purposes of its financial communication, in addition to the accounting aggregates defined by the IAS/IFRS standards, LVMH uses alternative performance measures established in accordance with AMF’s position DOC-2015-12. The table below lists these measures and the reference to their definition and their reconciliation with the aggregates defined by the IAS/IFRS in the published documents.

“Glacier Dreams”, Swiss Wealth Manager Julius Baer’s commission at Art Dubai 2023 is a groundbreaking new project by the internationally acclaimed new media artist, director and pioneer in aesthetics of data and machine intelligence, Refik Anadol. Inspired by the beauty and fragility of the world’s glaciers, , the work will unfold in multiple chapters and locations, making its debut as an immersive room at Art Dubai. Refik Anadol, Glacier Dreams, 2023, (C) Refik Anadol Studios “Glacier Dreams” is an immersive audio-visual installation with an olfactory component. In creating the work, Refik Anadol will process a dataset of visual materials from online and institutional archives along with personally-collected glacier visuals, through machine learning algorithms. Refik Anadol said: “As an artist creating AI Data Paintings and Sculptures based on nature-themed datasets for almost a decade, I am very excited to be taking my Studio’s research to the next level by compiling a comprehensive visual dataset on the glaciers of the world. With this large-scale project and the consequent artwork, we are hoping to not only generate poetic glacier-themed experiences but to also use our existing AI tools to contribute to glacier research and raise awareness about climate change and rising sea levels.” Guests of the 16th edition of Art Dubai will experience “Glacier Dreams” in the Julius Baer Lounge from 3 to 5 March 2023. “Glacier Dreams” is the first activation of the ‘NEXT’ initiative, launched by Swiss Wealth Manager Julius Baer in December 2022 designed to foster collaboration between forward-thinking artists and institutions committed to new forms of cultural production at the vanguard of scientific research and technological development. The initiative is supported by Serpentine London. Developed in collaboration with a broad range of local and international cultural partners, the expanded programme reaffirms Art Dubai’s role as the meeting point for the Global South’s creative industries and communities. Highlights of the 2023 programme will include new site-specific commissions and premieres by internationally renowned artists, presented in partnership with the region’s leading institutions. The programme will also feature an ambitious and multi-strand conference, talks and education programme, continuing Art Dubai’s long-standing commitment to thought-leadership and supporting the development of Dubai’s cultural infrastructure. The Artist Commissions for 2023 are themed around food, community, celebration and hope, with artists selected from participating Art Dubai galleries and South Asia’s leading institutions. Comprising daily performances and food-based experiences, these new site-specific works will explore themes of community, celebration, hope, and connection. The Swiss Wealth Management group Julius Baer is renewing its long-standing partnership with Art Dubai for a further five years, until 2027, and will also premiere a major new commission by artist, and pioneer in the aesthetics of data and machine intelligence, Refik Anadol. The commission will debut in Dubai as a part of Julius Baer’s new initiative ‘NEXT’, which will encourage the interdisciplinary exploration of megatrends across the arts, science and technology. Also debuting at the fair will be UAE First Immersion, a presentation of new artworks by some of the leading names in digital art, produced following the group’s visit to the UAE in November 2022. The presentation will be unveiled as part of an expanded second edition of Art Dubai Digital, which will also feature collaborations with a range of organisations that are pioneering new institutional models, including Lian Foundation and 6529’s Open Metaverse project. Locally, Art Dubai’s flagship professional development initiative Campus Art Dubai – celebrating its 10th edition – will expand to include placements with local partners including Alserkal Avenue and Jameel Arts Centre in Dubai, and Abu Dhabi-based emerging artists platform 421, with which the fair will also present a new group exhibition curated by UAE-based artist and researcher Dania Al Tamimi. The 16th edition of Art Dubai’s celebrated transdisciplinary conference Global Art Forum, commissioned by Shumon Basar, will explore the theme “Predicting the Present” and will consider the central question: if it's the end of history and the end of the future, what happens next? The fair’s conference programme will expand in 2023 to include the first Dubai edition of Christie’s Art+Tech summit. The sixth iteration of this event, and the first in the region, programming will survey tech trends, hear from artists who are incorporating tech in their practices, and explore current and future challenges and opportunities, bringing together regional and global leaders, innovators, artists, and visionaries to foster meaningful dialogues on the important intersection of Art and Technology. Highlighting the important role played by collectors and philanthropists in the development of the region’s cultural infrastructure, Art Dubai’s programme will also include a series of high-level Collector and Modern Talks, presented in partnership with Dubai Collection, the first institutional art collection in the city and for the city. Art Dubai’s Executive Director Benedetta Ghione commented: “Art Dubai has always tried to reframe what an art fair can be, and this year’s expanded programme fully reflects our role as a meeting point for the region’s creative industries, both commercial and not-for-profit. As an innovative public-private partnership, we have been an incubator of talent, a catalyst for the creative economy here in Dubai, a convener of great minds, and an entry point to this vibrant ecosystem for the wider cultural sector. We are thrilled that our long-term partnership with Julius Baer will continue into a second decade; their continued support allows us to provide the next generation of the region’s artists and arts professionals with incredible opportunities.” Art Dubai’s Artistic Director Pablo del Val commented: “As the global art fair landscape shifts, Art Dubai continues to play an important role profiling and supporting the cultural ecosystems of the Global South and the programme this year fully reflects this region’s growing importance, energy and vibrancy. One of our strongest ever gallery line-ups, complemented by an expanded commissioning and thought-leadership programme, highlights the breadth of discourse that is happening here, and offers a glimpse into the past, present and future of this important region.” Art Dubai is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The event is held in partnership with A.R.M. Holding. The fair is sponsored by Swiss Wealth Management Group Julius Baer. The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is the fair’s strategic partner. 2023 Programme At the centre of the fair’s not-for-profit programme is Art Dubai Commissions, a platform that invites artists to produce site-specific works at the fair, supporting artistic production by local and international artists. Taking place in a purpose-built space, the 2023 Commissions programme will comprise daily performances and food-based experiences that will explore themes of community, celebration, hope, and connection. Featured artists will include: Prajakta Potnis (Project 88), Rathin Barman (Experimenter), Gunjan Kumar (Exhibit 320), Anoli Perera and Tayeba Begum Lipi (Shrine Empire). The programme is developed in close collaboration with leading institutions who are playing a key role in supporting artists and artistic production in South Asia and partners will include: Durjoy Bangladesh Foundation in collaboration with Britto Arts Trust, Ishara Art Foundation, Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, Kochi-Muziris Biennale and Samdani Art Foundation. In the second year of collaboration with Art Dubai, 421, Abu Dhabi’s independent platform supporting emerging artists, will present a group exhibition curated by UAE-based artist and researcher Dania Al Tamimi. Featuring artworks that pose the question: does time move through you, or do you move through time?, the exhibition will explore time as the binding element of the biography of objects, the active archive of lives, and the solidifying catalyst of experiences. Each year, Art Dubai’s celebrated Global Art Forum invites leading artists, curators, technologists and thinkers to take the cultural temperature of our contemporary moment. Commissioned by Shumon Basar, the 2023 edition is entitled “Predicting the Present” and will consider the central question: if it's the end of history and the end of the future, what happens next? Stories, experiments and speculations about culture, innovation and society point towards new sources of optimism and Dubai - a future-facing city leading in innovation - provides the ideal backdrop for these discussions, which will look at navigation tools for our uncertain times. Speakers will include Lukas Amacher, Head of Art, Dialectic and 1of1 works; Sumayya Vally, Principle of Counterspace, Architect of the 2021 Serpentine Pavilion and Curator of the 1st Islamic Biennale in Jeddah; Chiara Costa, Head of Programmes at Fondazione Prada; artist Lawrence Abu Hamdan; and Brendan McGetrick, Creative Director of Dubai’s Museum of the Future. This year, Christie's will host its first regional Art+Tech summit in partnership with Art Dubai. Established in 2018, the sixth iteration of the summit - in conjunction with Christie’s annual summit in New York - aims to bring together regional and global leaders, innovators, artists, and visionaries to foster meaningful dialogues on the intersection of art and technology. Blending east and west by bringing in both regional and global voices, the one-day conference will survey trends, hear from artists who are incorporating technology in their practices, and explore current challenges and future opportunities to collaborate. Confirmed speakers will be announced shortly. Presented in partnership with Dubai Collection, Art Dubai’s 2023 edition will also feature a series of Collector and Modern Talks. The Collector Talks will focus on the collectors and patrons who are driving the development of art scenes across the Global South and supporting the redistribution of cultural centres across the world. Sessions will focus on emerging trends in both traditional and digital collecting across the region, and what it means to be an arts patron in a place that is developing and implementing new institutional models. Panellists will include noted collectors Qinwen Wang, Fiorenzo Manganiello and Teo Yang. Accompanying Art Dubai’s Modern section will be a series of Modern Talks that will invite guest speakers to explore topics of 20th Century artists and art forms from the Middle East and North Africa, hold critical discussions on current trends in collecting across the region and the decolonisation of our art-historical canon. Art Dubai 2023 marks the 10th edition of Campus Art Dubai (CAD), Art Dubai’s flagship initiative to develop the region’s future cultural leaders and a core component of the fair’s extensive year-round education programme. CAD was the first programme of its kind in the region, developed to provide existing and aspiring members of the region’s cultural and creative community with educational and professional opportunities. The 2023 edition will feature two concurrent strands. CAD 10.0 Professional Development will expand to include placements at both Art Dubai and other leading UAE cultural institutions, including Alserkal Avenue and Jameel Arts Centre in Dubai, and 421 in Abu Dhabi. A second strand, CAD Public Art, aims to build sector knowledge and capacity in the rapidly developing field of public art commissioning. This year’s A.R.M. Holding Children’s Programme will feature artist-led workshops for children aged 5-17 years. The A.R.M. Holding Children’s Programme will first take place at Art Dubai before expanding to around 100 schools and more than 6,000 children across Dubai, in line with A.R.M. Holding’s long-term commitment to artistic education and supporting the development of Dubai’s creative economy. Launched as a new physical fair section in March 2022, Art Dubai Digital provides an annual 360-degree snapshot of the digital art landscape, with the ambition of building bridges between the world of art and technology and exploring how artists are utilising new, immersive technologies to collapse the boundaries of the traditional art world. Curated by Singapore-based educator and arts writer Clara Che Wei Peh, the expanded 2023 edition of Art Dubai Digital will welcome a selection of participants with innovative new media programmes, a range of digital platforms building virtual art spaces alongside artist collectives, new institutional models and more traditional bricks and mortar galleries. Together, these platforms are challenging and pushing forward new models for artistic production and support. New presentations at Art Dubai Digital 2023 will include Lian Foundation, established by private collector, patron and expert in Blockchain Technology Fiorenzo Manganiello; 6529 with their decentralized Open Metaverse project; and UAE First Immersion, a presentation of new artworks by some of the leading names in crypto art, produced after they visited the UAE for the first time in November 2022, presented in collaboration with MORROW Collective. The presentation will feature new works by artists including: Coldie, Colborn Bell, Monaris, Bryan Brinkman, Kirk Finkel, and Raphael Torres, and the works will be made available first to collectors at Art Dubai 2023.

Mazarine Couture Fine thread work and premium quality fabrics - that's what Mazarine @mazarine_official is all about. A premium quality bespoke tailoring handmade in UAE by Ukrainian- Swiss Designer, Maryna Mazarine. Get yourself a glass of champagne and immerse yourself into the Mazarine world. Maryna Mazarine, who received her education in Switzerland, is inspired by European luxury fabrics,prints and tailoring. A curious and fearless spirit, a sharp mind and a passion - this is how Mazarine Couture is, a premium quality ready-to-wear brand that offers exceptional craftsmanship and elegance. With a background in business and fashion, she has dedicated her life to finding innovative ways to tell the Mazarine story through her collections for women who demand style and quality at all times. VVM: Provided by passion, determination and hard work, Mazarine, a name that’s well-known in the region as a concept fashion brand, as a young designer what drives you to succeed? MAZARINE: We are inspired by fashion, art and everything that makes life beautiful. Our commitment to unique, quality products has created a loyal following among women who are looking for the perfect fit, tailored garments according to their own body type and figure for them to express themselves in every step and who want to feel comfortable in their own skin. We are not only a fashion brand, we are also a fashion atelier. We create our collection in house with the help of my own team which I selected personally and trained them according to my luxury standards. Expect only the highest quality garments from MAZARINE, which are made with love in our ideal Atelier with a help of skillful people. We create clothes that highlight femininity, making them timeless and always in style. This is why MAZARINE is rare in the region, providing extra personalized services and a personal touch to each and every client who comes to our showroom. VVM: Maryna you always bring the best of fashion with a touch of elegance you manage to have the luxury clothes wearable and make them look effortless, what’s your story? Why did you choose to devote your life to fashion and design? MAZARINE: It all started in my childhood when I was a professional ballroom dancer and together with my mom I was creating some kind of haute couture garments for my ballroom competitions and I wanted to be different, to stand out. My mom and I used to sketch together and choose the fabrics and accessories that I wanted to have on my dresses, I started using services of an atelier at a very young age. I always sketched my outfits for my business university in Switzerland since we had a very strict formal dress code and I was creating tweed garments and I was always inspired by the great Gabrielle Chanel. When I worked as Christian Louboutin's ambassador in Geneva, I had the opportunity to gain a lot of knowledge and my love for fashion grew even more. I just had this idea, a vision how I wanted to see my brand… I definitely wanted to do something as slow fashion, something very classy sustainable which doesn't go out of fashion, which can help a modern woman to highlight her femininity, to help her feel more beautiful regardless of where she goes and all of that is based on my personal taste. VVM: Mazarine, a single word but a Big Idea. What does Mazarine mean? MAZARINE: Inspired by the changeable nature of the sea, blue represents my personality and the deep history of French Cardinal Mazarin. That’s why I think when I found a pantone shade “Mazarine Blue” I just realized that this name is perfect for my brand. Mazarine logo is a blue flower which has a lot of petals of completely different shapes, it represents beautiful and unique women worldwide. MAZARINE is a brand that embraces individuality. We believe that everyone deserves to find their own personal style that suits them best no matter what their body shape may be. Maintaining close relationships with our customers, we take pride in designing beautiful pieces that you can feel confident in wearing wherever you are in the world! We care deeply about the quality of our garments. We make sure they are made with love and with attention to details. A line with a unique concept, connecting women worldwide through the power of fashion. VVM: Mazarine, a color that inspires confidence, a symbol of power and strength, who is your muse and why? MAZARINE: I created my brand Mazarine because I wanted to inspire women like me, like you and like anybody else. Every woman is unique and beautiful in her own way, she makes a statement with her own style. And every woman I met in my past has become a muse for me in one way or another. I am inspired by personalities, by characters, I am always eager to learn and to discover something new in women worldwide. VVM: Mazarine is always seeking ways to practice sustainable fashion, tell us about the fabrics that you use? What do you think about this new direction of fashion? MAZARINE: Mazarine wants to encourage customers to rethink their relationship to clothes. That is why Mazarine creates Slow Fashion, that benefits the Planet and all people. Each piece is carefully handcrafted at our own Mazarine Atelier, where we do not harm our environment by keeping a low volume production with zero waste, which means no wasted fabrics and no wasted energy. We do not chase trends, instead we focus on quality of our material, slower production schedules and zero waste designs. We produce enduring styles with layering options and create classic pieces. Mazarine encourages to build minimalist wardrobes and to invest in garments that serve a lifetime. Our slow-fashion products are created with extreme attention to details, high-quality materials and timeless designs. These features make Mazarine garments the perfect addition to a wardrobe of a modern woman. VVM: The Mazarine is a cut to excellence and tailored to perfection, with an exclusive design that’s sure to impress. Can you give us a spoiler about your next line? MAZARINE: The International Women’s Day is just around the corner and for this occasion we have already started our production of dresses and outfit, that will highlight femininity. Mazarine is a unique concept for an elegant and sophisticated woman. Our focus is on crafting glamorous, yet classy dresses that are made to last. Evening wear collection is coming soon, that will make you feel beautiful, elegant, classy and fabulous! VVM: We know you have joined Porterium, the luxury shopping platform that VMM partners with. We wish you inspiration and success in building your brand presence around the world. @mazarine_official www.mazarineofficial.com

Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and member of Dubai Holding, today announced the acquisition of its first property in Switzerland as it continues its growth trajectory and international expansion. The flagship property - Le Richemond - was founded in 1875 and is located on the banks of Lake Geneva in a prime location at the heart of the city’s business district and a short walk from the city’s luxury designer boutiques. The acquisition forms part of the Group’s strategy to build its brand profile in gateway destinations across the world. The move signals Jumeirah’s appetite for investment in key cities that support the diversification of its portfolio and build brand equity as a globally recognised luxury hotel operator. Geneva, as a thriving city, synonymous with luxury living, with a strong international business community and a robust high-end tourism sector, will support Jumeirah’s vision to become one of the world’s top five luxury hotel brands. The art deco property with its charm and grandeur has been a popular destination for well-known personalities throughout the years. The hotel features 109 keys with 87 rooms and 22 suites, boasting stunning views across Lac Léman and the mountain peaks of Mont Blanc. The property will undergo extensive renovations, which will commence as soon as possible, to reposition and elevate the guest experience to a level consistent with Jumeirah’s brand expectations. Jumeirah plans to introduce its signature wellness and fitness concepts and will also focus on bringing its culinary expertise to the banks of Lake Geneva, a city well-regarded for its diverse culinary craftsmanship and innovative spirit, with the introduction of unique destination dining concepts. Katerina Giannouka, Chief Executive Officer of Jumeirah Group said: “This is an important acquisition for Jumeirah as it marks our entry into Switzerland, presenting guests with a prestigious address to stay in the heart of Geneva’s most desirable destination, as well as serving as a gateway to world-renowned ski resorts. Le Richemond is a legendary property with a 140-year legacy and impeccable pedigree, and we are committed to preserving this heritage as we redesign the hotel. We are in pursuit of the finest architects and designers to curate an exceptional hotel within the Jumeirah portfolio, and we are confident that the re-launch of this property as a new ultra-luxury hotel in Geneva following the completion of the planned renovation works (currently expected in 2025), will support the city’s tourism economy, attracting both domestic and international visitors for business and leisure.” Giannouka continued: “As the gateway to the mountains of Europe, Geneva is strategically significant for us as we look to diversify our portfolio in major cities with both summer and winter resort destinations.” Jumeirah’s new property in Geneva is its fifth in Europe, joining The Carlton Tower Jumeirah, and Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel in London, UK; Capri Palace Jumeirah on the island of Capri, Italy; and Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa in Mallorca, Spain. Jumeirah Group, which originated in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, has a portfolio of 26 hotels and resorts across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Jumeirah Group is a member of Dubai Holding, a diversified global investment company with operations in over 13 countries, employing more than 20,000 people and with an extensive portfolio of over AED 130 billion worth of assets that support the diversification and sustainable growth of Dubai’s economy across key sectors.

This year's 65th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony was held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 5, 2023. Considered the Oscars of music, Grammys recognized the best recordings, compositions, and artists of the eligibility year, running from October 1, 2021, to September 30, 2022. The nominations were announced on November 15, 2022. South African comedian Trevor Noah, who hosted the 63rd and 64th ceremonies, returned as the host for the third time. Beyoncé received the most nominations with nine, followed by Kendrick Lamar with eight, and Adele and Brandi Carlile with seven each. With a career total of 88 nominations, Beyoncé tied with her husband Jay-Z as the most nominated artists in Grammy history. Bad Bunny's Un Verano Sin Ti (2022) became the first Spanish-language album to be nominated for Album of the Year. With her win in the Best Dance/Electronic Album category, Beyoncé passed Hungarian-British conductor Georg Solti for the record of most Grammy awards in the ceremony's history, with 32 Grammys in her posession. Stars gathered in Los Angeles on Sunday for the 2023 Grammy Awards, the biggest night in music. The evening featured exciting performances and important landmarks. Sam Smith & Kim Petras accept The Best Pop Duo Award LOOK Sam Smith: Valentino look especially designed by Creative Director Pierpaolo Piccioli. LOOK Kim Petras: Valentino dress and Valentino Garavani gloves and Valentino Garavani Tan-Go shoes. All images Velentino/Getty. Kacey Musgraves LOOK: Valentino look from the Fall 2023 collection Alissia - Album of the year nominee LOOK: Valentino look from the Unboxing Spring/Summer 2023 collection Harry Styles' album "Harry's House" received the most prestigious award of the night, Album of the Year. More winners: Beyoncé became the first person to ever win 32 Grammys, making history for the award program. Beyoncé was wearing custom Schiaparelli Haute Couture, designed by Daniel Roseberry, her look featured a black mirrored corset with black silk velvet column skirt. Additionally winning were Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, and Lizzo. Beyoncé made history by winning her 32nd Grammy, making her the most successful artist of all time, and Bad Bunny received a nomination for the first album of the year at the ceremony for a work that was entirely in Spanish (he also took home the Best Msica Urbana Album award for his album, "Un Verano Sin Ti"). After receiving the Grammy for Best Audio Book Narration and Storytelling for her work, Viola Davis earned the EGOT. The academy announced many revisions for various categories and eligibility requirements for the ceremony in 2023. Here's a list of Grammy nominees in several major categories: Record of the Year “Don’t Shut Me Down,” ABBA “Easy on Me,” Adele “Break My Soul,” Beyoncé “Good Morning Gorgeous,” Mary J. Blige “You and Me on the Rock,” Brandi Carlile featuring Lucius “Woman,” Doja Cat “Bad Habit,” Steve Lacy “The Heart Part 5,” Kendrick Lamar “About Damn Time,” Lizzo “As It Was,” Harry Styles Song of the Year “Abcdefu,” Sara Davis, Gayle and Dave Pittenger, songwriters (Gayle) “About Damn Time,” Melissa “Lizzo” Jefferson, Eric Frederic, Blake Slatkin and Theron Makiel Thomas, songwriters (Lizzo) “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (The Short Film),” Liz Rose and Taylor Swift, songwriters (Taylor Swift) “As It Was,” Tyler Johnson, Kid Harpoon and Harry Styles, songwriters (Harry Styles) “Bad Habit,” Matthew Castellanos, Brittany Fousheé, Diana Gordon, John Carroll Kirby & Steve Lacy, songwriters (Steve Lacy) “Break My Soul,” Beyoncé, S. Carter, Terius “The-Dream” Gesteelde-Diamant and Christopher A. Stewart, songwriters (Beyoncé) “Easy on Me,” Adele Adkins and Greg Kurstin, songwriters (Adele) “God Did,” Tarik Azzouz, E. Blackmon, Khaled Khaled, F. LeBlanc, Shawn Carter, John Stephens, Dwayne Carter, William Roberts and Nicholas Warwar, songwriters (DJ Khaled Featuring Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend and Fridayy) “The Heart Part 5,” Jake Kosich, Johnny Kosich, Kendrick Lamar and Matt Schaeffer, songwriters (Kendrick Lamar) “Just Like That,” Bonnie Raitt, songwriter (Bonnie Raitt) Album of the Year “Voyage,” ABBA “30,” Adele “Un Verano Sin Ti,” Bad Bunny “Renaissance,” Beyoncé “Good Morning Gorgeous (Deluxe),” Mary J. Blige “In These Silent Days,” Brandi Carlile “Music of the Spheres,” Coldplay “Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers,” Kendrick Lamar “Special,” Lizzo “Harry’s House,” Harry Styles Best New Artist Anitta Omar Apollo Domi & JD Beck Muni Long Samara Joy Latto Maneskin Tobe Nwigwe Molly Tuttle Wet Leg You can see the full list of more than 91 categories on www.grammy.com

Presentation of the book Égypte Secrète by Estelle Arielle Bouchet-Éditions Méditerranée en Lumière. The book was presented to H. S. H. Prince Albert II of Monaco (above) at the Festival international du Cirque de Monaco on Sunday January 22nd. All images courtesy of Cookie Varallo-Bataillard©️. Estelle Arielle Bouchet is an international art journalist, author of three books: Mes Carnets d'Egypte, Mes Carnets d'Italie at Flammarion and recently her last book "Égypte Secrète-Secret Egypt" dedicated to her eldest son Nazem Shah, at her own Publishing House "Méditerranée en Lumière" based in Provence. You will find the beautiful coffee table book in its precious turquoise and gold chest at Galignani Bookshop, 224 rue de Rivoli 75001 Paris or at www.mediteterranee-en-lumiere.com The perfect gift for the Egypt's Lovers.

Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Universelle, the ultimate ultra-complication Many Swiss watchmakers have proposed watches that could claim the title of the most complicated wristwatch. Adding to the collection of its exceptional horological developments, Audemars Piguet builds on the savoir-faire from among its Grande Complication collection and proposes the crowning timepiece of complications - the Code 11.59 Universelle Ultra-Complication, also nicknamed RD#4. It features 23 complications, 40 functions, a new Calibre 1000, and is composed of 1,155 parts. The semi-Gregorian perpetual calendar of Calibre 1000 automatically skips leap year every 100 years. As a result, manual correction is required every 400 years. AP’s most complex wristwatch to date comes in a 42mm case size and four models. Front views of Code 11.59 Universelle Ultra-Complication. All images © Courtesy of Audemars Piguet More than a century after the production of its ultra-complicated Universelle pocket watch, Swiss Haute Horlogerie manufacturer Audemars Piguet introduces its very first ultra-complicated selfwinding wristwatch (RD#4) in the highly contemporary design of the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet collection. While paying tribute to the Manufacture’s legacy of high complications, the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Ultra-Complication Universelle RD#4 has been crafted with ergonomics and contemporary usage in mind to offer unprecedented comfort and simplicity of use. This pioneering mechanism builds on three generations of R&D innovations. Engineers, designers, watchmakers and craftspeople worked hand in hand for over 7 years to bring this RD#4 timepiece to life, continuously broadening their skills to push the limits of Haute Horlogerie craftsmanship to new heights. The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Ultra-Complication Universelle RD#4 has been crafted with ergonomics and contemporary usage in mind to offer unprecedented comfort and simplicity of use. “This new Ultra-Complication is the culmination of several decades of research, design and manufacturing of many different types of complicated mechanisms that have put ergonomics at the forefront of the process. To achieve the highest level of reliability, while also keeping the thickness of our calibres to the minimum, we believe that a ‘mechanical function with an ergonomic focus’ opens a new path for Audemars Piguet and the watch industry as a whole.” Giulio Papi Technical Director, Audemars Piguet Le Locle GENESIS OF AN EXCEPTIONAL ULTRA-COMPLICATION The project debuted in 2016 with the goal of developing a highly complicated wristwatch fit for everyday use that would strike the right balance between complexity, ergonomics and aesthetics. Going beyond traditional norms of construction, the teams blurred the line between movement and case by developing ergonomic correctors and crown-pushers allowing users to activate the watch’s multiple functions with ease. They also incorporated and built on the Manufacture’s three recent R&D innovations – the Supersonnerie technology unveiled in 2015 (RD#1), the ultra-thin perpetual calendar movement launched in 2018 (RD#2) and the oscillator with increased amplitude premiered on the two Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Extra-Thin RD#3 models released in 2022. “The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Ultra-Complication Universelle RD#4 is our quest to the Holy Grail with an incredible amount of savoir-faire fitted into a very small volume! We dreamt about it for 100 years, thought about it for 20 years and took seven years to bring it to life.” François-Henry Bennahmias, Chief Executive Officer, Audemars Piguet CROWNS AND PUSHERS WHEN TECHNICAL COMPLEXITY MEETS ERGONOMICS The Manufacture’s uncompromising approach to craftsmanship and engineering guided the development of this ultra-complicated timepiece. The teams combined some of the most prestigious horological complications in one single selfwinding movement measuring no more than 34.3 mm in diameter (15 lignes) and 8.75 mm in thickness, while enhancing users’ comfort and experience. The flyback chronograph can be started and stopped with the supercrown at 2 o’clock and reset with the other supercrown at 4 o'clock. The 4 o'clock crown also corrects the month in sync with the year. Among the innovations, the ergonomic crown-pusher – or “supercrown” – at 4 o’clock brings correction to a new level. While the pusher actuates the flyback chronograph’s zero resetting mechanism, the crown also enables the forward or backward correction of the month. In addition, the crown automatically returns to its neutral position after rotating it (up to 70°) in either direction. This ease of use hides highly technical mechanical devices located in both the crown and the movement, as well as a complex security system preventing misuse. Lastly, small intuitive symbols engraved on each crown and push-piece remind the wearer of their respective functions. “This watch was the ultimate challenge for our development team. It required an evolution of our internal processes in order to allow four people to work on the calibre at the same time. The level of miniaturisation achieved is a true milestone for Audemars Piguet and paves the way for the next generation of complicated mechanisms.” Lucas Raggi, Research and Development Director, Audemars Piguet CHIMING TIME AN ENCOUNTER OF POWERFUL ACOUSTICS AND VISUAL BEAUTY The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Ultra-Complication Universelle RD#4 represents the latest in terms of chiming mechanism as it combines the sophisticated Grande Sonnerie with the patented Supersonnerie technology introduced by Audemars Piguet in 2015. A Grande Sonnerie timepiece strikes the hours and every quarter hour by passing (repeating the hour before the quarter every time), without any involvement from the wearer. In the Petite Sonnerie position, the watch chimes the hours only, while the automatic chiming is deactivated in the silent mode. Additionally, the wearer can activate the minute repeater mechanism at any time via the dedicated push-piece located at 10 o’clock. To optimise energy management and distribution, the timepiece’s chiming functions are fed by a dedicated barrel that is wound by the movement of the wrist, alternately with the main barrel. This patented technology resulted from 8 years of research debuted in 2006 in collaboration with EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne. Inspired by the harmony of musical instruments, a dedicated community of watchmakers, technicians, academics and musicians reviewed the case construction to produce a patented chiming technology fit for contemporary, robust and water-resistant timepieces. CODE 26398BC.OO.D002CR.02. The four 2023 timepieces are all fitted on a black alligator strap and come with an additional black textured rubber-coated calfskin strap for a touch of sporty elegance. Three years of development were necessary to create a water-resistant sapphire component with the right geometry and thickness capable of acting as a soundboard. The “secret” cover features a series of apertures on the side to let air through and boost sound amplification when the watch sits on the wrist. HEAVENLY BODIES A REFINED AND INTUITIVE PERPETUAL CALENDAR MECHANISM The semi-Gregorian perpetual calendar mechanism has been conceived to optimise the display and use of the calendar functions, while taking as little space as possible. To do so, Calibre 1000 builds on the patented innovations of Calibre 5133 premiered in 2018 with the release of the Royal Oak Selfwinding Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin RD#2 prototype, which merged the perpetual calendar 1 When the watch’s energy has run out, the two barrels can also be wound simultaneously thanks to the unidirectional winding of the crown at 3 o’clock. 5 functions onto one single level. The end-of-the-month cam has been similarly integrated to the date wheel, while the month cam has been combined to the month wheel. To enhance the watch’s ergonomics, additional calendar functions, such as the large date at 12 o’clock and the year indication at 4 o’clock, complement the perpetual calendar mechanism. Furthermore, the correction system of the calendar functions has been simplified for the user. While the day and moon phases can be corrected thanks to two dedicated pushers located on the left side of the case, the reversible date system enables to move the date forwards and backwards by turning the crown at 3 o’clock in either direction. The month, too, can be adjusted forwards or backwards via the innovative “supercrown” at 4 o’clock. Similarly, the display of the perpetual calendar functions combines optimum legibility with refined aesthetics. Calendar indications have been dissociated from the chronograph counters and organised symmetrically on the vertical axis. In addition to displaying the day, large date and month at 9, 12 and 3 o’clock respectively, the timepiece indicates the year thanks to a two-digit window located at 4 o’clock – a system which replaces the more traditional leap year indication. Synchronised with the month, the year changes automatically every time the month wheel moves from December to January. The semi-Gregorian perpetual calendar mechanism thus advances the day, date and year automatically taking into account the number of days per months, leap years included, as well as the 100-year correction normally required in traditional Gregorian perpetual calendars. No manual adjustment is therefore required before the year 2400! CODE 26398BC.OO.D002CR.04 Lastly, the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Ultra-Complication Universelle RD#4 incorporates an innovative instant-jump astronomical moon system that conveys a more realistic depiction of the moon. Two concentric discs, on which six different moon positions are printed, combine to form ten images faithfully representing the transitory waxing and waning stages between the New and Full Moon, as the satellite orbits around the Earth in an average of 29.53 days. As for other astronomical moons, this new moon image requires manual correction every 122 years, providing the watch has been kept fully wound. Located at 8 o’clock, its window display sits in perfect harmony with the year indication at 4 o’clock. TIME INTERVALS A HIGHLY STYLISED SPLIT-SECONDS FLYBACK CHRONOGRAPH Audemars Piguet devised a contemporary split-seconds flyback chronograph interweaving simplicity of use with visual appeal. While the flyback chronograph allows to reset and restart the chronograph without having to stop it first, the split-seconds mechanism measures intermediate time intervals thanks to the addition of a split-seconds hand that can be stopped independently of the centre chronograph hand when the dedicated pusher is activated. When the push-piece is pressed again, it catches up to the running hand to continue their journey together around the dial, in perfect synchrony. CODE 26398BC.OO.D002CR.01 CODE 26398BC.OO.D002CR.01 The action can be repeated at will. The flyback chronograph and split-seconds hand can be activated via the three crowns’ co-axial pushers on the case’s right side. The pusher at 2 o’clock starts and stops the chronograph, while the one at 3 o’clock actuates the split-seconds mechanism. Lastly, the pusher at 4 o’clock activates the flyback and zero resetting mechanisms. Most perpetual calendars follow the Gregorian calendar that skips the leap year when the century year is divisible by 100 but not by 400 to help synchronise the calendar year with the solar year. For that matter, traditional perpetual calendars will require manual correction in 2100, 2200 and 2300. Contrastingly, the semi-Gregorian perpetual calendar of Calibre 1000 automatically skips leap year every 100 years. As a result, manual correction is required every 400 years instead of every 100. Furthermore, the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Ultra-Complication Universelle RD#4 is equipped with a dedicated swivel clutch that prevents the chronograph centre hands from stuttering when the mechanism is started. This type of clutch was launched in 2015 on the Royal Oak Concept Laptimer. The architecture of the chronograph mechanism was further remodelled to save space and showcase components usually hidden from view on the caseback side. One of the major developments entailed integrating the split-seconds mechanism within the thickness of the central rotor’s ball bearing. By merging two systems usually superposed, Audemars Piguet engineers reduced the movement’s thickness by 1.1 mm, while revealing the beauty of the split-seconds mechanism when the user opens the watch’s “secret” cover. Lastly, to enhance the readability of the chronograph functions, the hour and minute counters have been enlarged and slightly decentred from the 3 – 9 o’clock axis to sit further away from the flying tourbillon cage at 6 o’clock. To prevent the watch from stopping when all functions are working, the geometry of the escapement has been rethought to increase the amplitude of the balance and eliminate knocking – a state which occurs when excessive energy from the escapement is transferred to the oscillator. This solution also necessitated to increase the energy of the wristwatch’s base movement, while keeping a 21,600 vph frequency to highlight the beauty of the flying tourbillon on the dial side. A larger main barrel was thus developed to power the hands, as well as the chronograph and calendar functions, while the chiming complications are fed by a dedicated barrel. This more powerful mechanism grants the watch some 60 hours of autonomy when not on the wrist, depending if the functions are activated. The timepiece also boasts for the first time a “secret” gold caseback that amplifies the watch’s acoustic performance when worn, and reveals the beauty of the mechanism thanks to the new Supersonnerie sapphire soundboard, once opened.

De Bethune INVESTS IN REUGE, STORIED MANUFACTURER OF MECHANICAL MUSIC BOXES AND MUSIC AUTOMATONS From right to left: Denis Flageollet, De Bethune co-founder and Master Watchmaker;Pierre Jacques, De Bethune CEO; Amr AlOtaishan former CEO of REUGE. All images courtesy of De Bethune. Today, Denis Flageollet and Pierre Jacques, the company’s CEO, jointly shape the brand’s destiny. Undoubtedly De Bethune can take great pride in announcing a majority investment in REUGE, the renowned producer of music automaton. DeBethune and Amr AlOtaishan, representative of the proprietor family and current CEO, confirm the signature of this alliance, under which De Bethune will acquire a majority position in the Reuge manufacture. Together, the two Sainte-Croix-based companies will expand their technical vocabulary, developing synergies to accelerate the renewal of art mechanics. The formal completion of the agreement will take place within the coming weeks. The last year, REUGE manufacturer of the most precise and luxury mechanical music boxes and music automaton, presented its new limited collections of music automations and sound objects, located at one of the event’s main hubs, the Hotel Beau-Rivage – in a suite overlooking Lake Geneva. Among 2022 year's novelties was a tribute to racing and progress with speed thanks to the improved aerodynamics, something that REUGE wanted to explore, and the world's oldest maker of music automations has crafted its own chassis for this exclusive collection. “The Racing Symphony” limited music automations by REUGE reinterpret the melodies of some of the greatest action songs in a mid-engine sports car of the Brand’s own design. To create a piece of fantasy where Swiss tradition and car racing melt with musical symphonies creates a surprise - which can bring joy to anyone listening and not only car and movement entusiasts. For the highest hearing experience, the musical movement stands on columns fitted to a wooden resonance box underneath. Serving beyond its main purpose of amplifying the organic sound, REUGE will undoubtedly bring a new dimension of creativity and melody to the highly avant-garde De Bethune brand. Recent collaborations with REUGE and independent watchmaker include MB&F. Relationship between De Bethune and REUGE to expand technical vocabulary and savoir faire of the two Sainte-Croix-based masters of mechanical artistry. De Bethune is an independent Swiss watch manufacturer located in L'Auberson. Up there, in the pastures of the Swiss Jura mountains, nearly 50 people–the watchmakers, engineers, designers, micro-mechanics, polishers and decorators following the lead and impetus of Denis Flageollet, founder of the brand and Master Watchmaker–focus on the research and development and realization of technical and aesthetic innovations in the spirit of the great master watchmakers of the 18th century. Tourbillons, perpetual calendars, chronometers, deadbeat seconds,spherical moons, bridges, wheels, anchors, balance wheels, pinions, balance springs and screws, but also the cases,dials, floating lugs, hands... Each component is thought-out and manufactured one by one, with particular attention given to even the smallest detail, including the decoration with the famous ‘Côtes De Bethune’ and microlight engraving that have become hallmarks. In December the watchmaker launched its lates model DB27 TITAN HAWK JPS De Bethune designs, develops and manufactures all of its timepieces in-house. Since its foundation, De Bethune has developed no fewer than 30 calibers, unveiled some thirty world premieres, registered numerous patents, and produced 150 one-offs for the most discerning collectors. All over the world, De Bethune timepieces have won the highest distinctions, including the Aiguille d’Or of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève for the Watch of the Year. Today, Denis Flageollet and Pierre Jacques, the company’s CEO, jointly shape the brand’s destiny. A pure style, taut lines and slim cases are part of the inimitable signature of De Bethune's bold creations. With more than 155 years of expertise, REUGE manufactures pieces that are technically, acoustically, andaesthetically superlative. Combining the motion of an automaton with anexquisite sonority offers an unparalleledexperience of the senses. Forward-thinking and innovation define REUGE just as much as its respect for traditionalcraftsmanship. The Brand relentlessly seeks new materials, original themes and groundbreaking acoustics, makingway for the contemporary music boxes of the 21st century. De Bethune is an independent Swiss watch manufacturer located in L'Auberson. Up there, in the pastures of the Swiss Jura mountains, nearly 50 people–the watchmakers, engineers, designers, micro-mechanics, polishers and decorators following the lead and impetus of Denis Flageollet, founder of the brand and Master Watchmaker–focus on the research and development and realization of technical and aesthetic innovations in the spirit of the great master watchmakers of the 18th century. Tourbillons, perpetual calendars, chronometers, deadbeat seconds,spherical moons, bridges, wheels, anchors, balance wheels, pinions, balance springs and screws, but also the cases,dials, floating lugs, hands... Each component is thought-out and manufactured one by one, with particular attention given to even the smallest detail, including the decoration with the famous ‘Côtes De Bethune’ and microlight engraving that have become hallmarks. De Bethune designs, develops and manufactures all of its timepieces in-house. Since its foundation, De Bethune has developed no fewer than 30 calibers, unveiled some thirty world premieres, registered numerous patents, and produced 150 one-offs for the most discerning collectors. All over the world, De Bethune timepieces have won the highest distinctions, including the Aiguille d’Or of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève for the Watch of the Year. Combining the motion of an automaton with an exquisite sonority offers an unparalleled experience of the senses. Forward-thinking and innovation define REUGE just as much as its respect for traditional craftsmanship. The Brand relentlessly seeks new materials, original themes and groundbreaking acoustics, making way for the contemporary music boxes of the 21st century. REUGE’s ability to transform inanimate metal into emotion continues to enthrall those who seek a true work of art, reaching beyond fleeting trends. By Nermin Ahmet

116 Years of International Horse Racing on Snow Over 50 horses on the first Race Sunday This year's White Turf opens this weekend with the Family Day on Saturday and the first day of racing on Sunday. More than 50 horses from four countries will compete in the three disciplines gallop, trot, and skikjöring on the frozen Lake St. Moritz on Sunday. In skikjöring, there will be a change of generations: Franco Moro, Köbi Broger and Lupo Wolf will retire together after many years in which they have shaped the sport. Photo credit: swiss-image/AndyMettler The Grand Prix Swiss Quality Broker is the first sighting test for the 83rd Grand Prix of St. Moritz, which will take place on the third Race Sunday. This year, for the first time, the Grand Prix is under the patronage of the Evangelos Pistiolis Foundation and again has a purse of 100,000 Swiss francs. Mordred and Nubius, the runners-up in last year's St. Moritz Grand Prix, will be competing. In addition, the Swiss Derby winner of 2020, Moderator, who is one of the best flat horses in our country, will be competing on snow for the first time. Ispahan from the Engadine stable ForzAgricula is also considered a co-favorite in the main event of the first day. He won the Grand Prix Jockey Club in Dielsdorf at the end of September. However, he carries the highest weight in the field of ten at 61 kilos – three kilos more than the second representative of a Grisons stable, Singledon owned by the Hartmann couple from Prättigau. Already a race winner this year is Only the Brave, who travels from Germany and carries a favorable weight of 57 kilos. Farewell to three skikjöring legends The largest field of the day comes to the start in skikjöring, the Credit Suisse Grand Prix of Celerina. There are some top-class flat horses in the field, first and foremost Moonflight. The latter is trained by German champion Peter Schiergen and will be ridden in the race by his daughter-in-law, Valeria Schiergen from Graubünden. Moonflight was the favorite at last year's Swiss Derby in Frauenfeld in June and eventually finished fourth. The first day of racing at this year's White Turf will also go down in the history books quite independently of what happens on the track: With Franco Moro, Jakob "Köbi" Broger and Alfredo "Lupo" Wolf, three skikjöring greats who have shaped this unique sport over many years are all retiring. Moro and Broger are the most successful skijorers still active and together they have won 18 of 31 King of the Engadine titles. The three legends will be given a public send-off on Sunday after the Credit Suisse Grand Prix of Celerina. White Turf Family Days once again celebrate young talent After enjoying enormous popularity with young and old alike in 2022, the White Turf Family Days will be held again this year. On the first three Saturdays in February – 4th, 11th, and 18th – the racing offspring will be celebrated: The program includes pony, trotting and flat races, as well as mounted Credit Suisse Kids Skikjöring. In addition to pony rides, the supporting program for younger guests also includes skikjöring cab rides. The starting signal for the first race will be given at 11:30 am, and the catering facilities will open as early as 11:00 am. Admission is free for all. Tickets and VIP-packages for White Turf St. Moritz 2023 are available online at www.whiteturf.ch/tickets/.

Reese Witherspoon, February 2nd, 2023, attends World Premiere of Netflix's "Your Place Or Mine" at Regency Village Theatre. LOOK: Valentino Haute Couture dress from The Beginning Fall/Winter 2022-23 collection. LOCATION: Los Angeles. CREDIT: Valentino/IPA OFFICIAL TAG: @maisonvalentino Reese Witherspoon and Ashton Kutcher are celebrating the upcoming release of their Netflix rom-com Your Place or Mine! The co-stars walked the red carpet together at the L.A. premiere on Thursday night (February 2) at the Regency Village Theatre in Westwood, Calif. Reese and Ashton were joined by co-stars Wesley Kimmel, Rachel Bloom, Zoe Chao, Tig Notaro, Vella Lovell, Griffin Matthews, and Britney Young, as well as writer and director Aline Brosh McKenna. For those who don’t know, Aline was the showrunner of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, which starred Rachel and Vella, so this movie marks a reunion for the three of them! Wesley received support at the premiere from his uncle, Jimmy Kimmel. Your Place or Mine will be released on Netflix on February 10.

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