Elevated Weekly: The Escapes, Objects, Rituals and Experiences to Know — September 28, 2026

Each week, Elevated Weekly explores the escapes, objects, rituals and experiences shaping the future of contemporary luxury through a carefully curated edit of global discoveries. Four signals. One weekly edit.

From a new coastal retreat on the Danish Riviera and Audemars Piguet’s exploration of high jewellery to Eight Sleep’s latest innovation in sleep technology and the return of Milano Watch Week, this week’s selection brings together design, craftsmanship, wellbeing and watchmaking.

Image credit: CORI Hornbaek

The Escape: CORI Hornbæk Opens on the Danish Riviera

Denmark’s picturesque coastline welcomes CORI Hornbæk, a new design-led retreat bringing contemporary interiors and a slower rhythm to the Danish Riviera. Set in the seaside town of Hornbæk, the property embraces understated Scandinavian aesthetics and a relaxed coastal atmosphere, offering a fresh perspective on modern hospitality in one of Denmark’s most desirable seaside destinations.

Royal Oak Joaillerie Summer Haze necklace in gold on fabric

Image credit: Audemars Piguet

The Object: Audemars Piguet Takes the Royal Oak Into High Jewellery

Audemars Piguet explores the intersection of watchmaking and jewellery with its new 19-piece Royal Oak Joaillerie collection. Drawing on the distinctive design codes of the iconic Royal Oak, the collection translates the watch’s geometric architecture into precious jewellery, highlighting the Swiss maison’s craftsmanship and offering a new expression of its most recognisable design.

Eight Sleep Pod 6 Hub beside a bed

Image credit: Eight Sleep

The Ritual: Eight Sleep Introduces the Pod 6

Eight Sleep continues to rethink the way we rest with the introduction of its Pod 6, the latest evolution of its intelligent sleep system. Combining personalised temperature regulation with advanced sleep tracking, the technology adapts to individual sleeping patterns to support recovery and sleep quality, bringing a more personalised approach to one of wellbeing’s most essential rituals.

Image credit: Milano Watch Week

The Experience: Milano Watch Week Returns for Its Most Ambitious Edition Yet

Milano Watch Week returned for its most ambitious edition yet, bringing together independent watchmakers, collectors and enthusiasts in the Italian fashion capital. With an expanded programme of exhibitions, presentations and industry encounters, the event continues to establish Milan as an emerging destination on the international watchmaking calendar, celebrating craftsmanship, creativity and contemporary horology.