RELAXNEWS There was a distinct whiff of Americana on the catwalks of New York at the start of the week, as the Autumn / Winter 2016 ready-to-wear collections offered throwbacks to a simpler time. Tommy Hilfiger led the way with an ocean liner-themed collection that riffed on the traditional glamour of transatlantic travel. Retro briefs, sailor dresses and navy-style embellishments …

RELAXNEWS Chanel has revealed a new version of its legendary J12 watch, originally launched in the year 2000, just in time for the Baselworld watch and jewelry show, running March 17-24 in Basel, Switzerland. The new J12 has a mirrored dial for a design that plays with light and reflections with sophisticated style. Chanel regularly adds to its J12 collection …

RELAXNEWS It will be handbags at dawn for luxury auction house Christie’s France, when it launches its third annual luxury arm candy sale. ‘Handbags & Accessories’, set to take place on March 5 in Paris, will feature rare and special edition pieces from fashion houses including Hermès, Chanel, Dior and Louis Vuitton, with price estimates ranging from €2,000 to €70,000. …