FaZe clan was founded in 2010 as a Call of Duty team by Eric "CLipZ" Rivera, Jeff "House Cat" Emann, and Ben "Resistance" Christensen, who reportedly met each other while playing COD Modern Warfare 2.
In 2012, the organization began growing and reached 1 million subscribers on YouTube after posting multiple videos of them playing different games.
"We started out as internet kids armed with cameras and a diehard love for video games. We've turned our passions and struggles into a global creative engine that has no boundaries and continues to define gaming culture," FaZe states on their website.
"Most importantly, we're a family," they continue.
In 2021, FaZe announced a SPAC merger that would see the group publicly traded on the Nasdaq and valued at over $1 billion.
As of January 2022, they have a fanbase of 341 million followers.
Other top esports teams include TSM, Cloud9, Team Liquid, 100 Thieves, and Gen.G.
What members make up the FaZe Clan roster?
The FaZe Clan roster included 79 members of both gamers and content creators.
Fortnite players don't know how to change the game's most controversial new feature | 5XVQ57C | 2024-05-11 15:08:01
FORTNITE has made a controversial change that has many players angry.
The change has hidden certain emotes that players have spent real money on to buy.
Fortnite players don't know how to change the game's most controversial new featureEpic GamesBillie Eilish will headline Festival Fortnite this season[/caption]
Laugh It Up, Take the L, Whipcrack, and Make It Plantain are all emotes that players could purchase from the Item Shop and the new change makes them feel useless.
Fortnite has labelled these emotes 'confrontational', and the latest update turns them off by default.
If you go into your settings, you will see that the emotes are only available "From Friends In Party", meaning you'll only see them if you're friends with the player who uses them.
Otherwise, the character performing the emote will just be standing still in order to hide the emote from you.
This is funny in its own way, as you know they are doing one of the four emotes, but you're not sure which.
This change is meant to reduce toxic behaviour in the playerbase, as people can use these emotes to taunt others.
However, some people still see the fun in it, so you might want to turn the emotes back on for your play.
If you want to turn the emotes back on, you first need to enter the settings and go to 'Account and Privacy'.
From here, you will see an option titled 'See Confrontational Emotes' and you can choose the level of visibility you want.
You can turn them off completely, or choose 'From Anyone' to ensure that you always see them.
Don't worry if you change your mind in the future, as you can change this setting at any time.
If you want to read more about the game, check out the biggest changes in the Fortnite v29.30 update.
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I played one of the most-anticipated sequels early but it wasn't the experience I was expecting | 5XVQ57C | 2024-05-11 15:08:01
HADES blew people away when it launched in 2018, winning numerous awards, including a Hugo Award.
Personally, I sank more than 100 hours into it, running through the gauntlet numerous times and seeing it all the way through to full completion.
I played one of the most-anticipated sequels early but it wasn't the experience I was expectingSupergiant GamesHades 2 gives Hades players more of what they want, but we haven't seen enough variance yet[/caption]
I'm definitely not the only one who did this, as countless players couldn't get enough of Hades' underworld.
Hades 2 is a sequel, and fans will likely fall into one of two categories.
Either they loved the original and just want more of that, or they feel that they've seen enough of Hades and want something fresh.
There are a number of new ideas, starting with the new protagonist Melinoë who has a completely different style of combat.
In addition to her new array of weapons, she has magic that can be spent to charge her normal attacks.
Melinoë also creates casts that trap people inside and can also deal damage or add debuffs to those inside.
In the hub world, Melinoë can also interact with several new systems, such as Tarot cards, which offer passive buffs, and tools to mine more resources during runs.
There are a lot more resources here to find and spend in the hub world, and I found managing them all a bit cumbersome.
While there are a lot of new ideas, it still feels strikingly similar to the original, with the same style of dungeons, and fluidity in battle.
That being said, if you spent a lot of time with the original game, you will likely blast through the playtest which ends at the first boss.
There wasn't enough in the technical test to see just how Hades 2 will separate itself from the original, but fans will definitely get more of what they love.
If you want to try out the game for yourself, then check out how to enter the Hades 2 technical test.
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I love Final Fantasy 16 but The Rising Tide DLC only adds more of the same | 5XVQ57C | 2024-05-11 15:08:01
FINAL Fantasy 16 has just released its second and final DLC known as the Rising Tide.
This one focuses on a new Eikon Leviathan, and your journey to take down and save it.
I love Final Fantasy 16 but The Rising Tide DLC only adds more of the sameSquare EnixThe Rising Tide will give you more FF16 if that's what you're hoping for[/caption]
The main game had moments that made it feel like a GOTY competitor but over the 60-hour runtime it began to drag.
This new DLC hopes that you fondly remember the base game and delivers you a whole lot more of it.
Like Final Fantasy 15's DLC, the DLC for FF16 adds new playable characters and new mechanics to the game.
Just like how FF7 Remake Intergrade introduced Yuffie and all of her combat abilities, introducing Leviathan means more combat abilities in your arsenal.
Leviathan's power is based around water, and the enemies will struggle to get close to you with these powerful ranged attacks.
Fans of FF16 will enjoy how Rising Tide subtly adds to the game's lore, and in fact adds to the series lore as a whole.
The introduction of the village of Mysidian people slots in nicely with the story of the main game, with small details making it feel a true part of the original world.
We hoped that Jill would get a little more screen time for development, but she only steps forward for a small part of the DLC.
This was one of our main observations in our original review. FF16 has a number of excellent characters, but it never gives them the room to breathe.
The pacing is the other issue we had which The Rising Tide doesn't fix.
If you didn't like the main game, then there is nothing in The Rising Tide that will convince you it's a game worth playing.
However, it has considerably more content than the first DLC, Echoes of the Fallen, but it is all part of the same package.
If watching Clive Rosfield defying the gods is what you're into then there is plenty of that here.
I love old-school RPGs and a new release hit me in the nostalgia | 5XVQ57C | 2024-05-11 15:08:01
SUIKODEN is one of the best JRPG series, but it had its heyday back when the PS One was king.
Eiyuden Chronicle is the spiritual successor to the Suikoden series and it almost lives up to its incredible legacy.
I love old-school RPGs and a new release hit me in the nostalgiaRabbit & Bear StudiosEiyuden Chronicle is perfect for old-school gamers[/caption]
More than anything, Eiyuden Chronicle is a tribute to the fans, and a new entry to the series in everything but name.
It offers a fresh take on the Suikoden games, while offering everything that gave the classics such a huge fanbase.
You're a young commoner that is given the task of building a resistance farce to fight against an imperial army with crooked nobles.
As the name Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes suggests, you can recruit up to 100 people to take part in turn-based battles.
These come in three types: your traditional combat, duels, and wars. It also has other traditional Suikoden features like base-building, minigames and a virtual economy.
You might have 100 people in your army, but you can only take up to six characters in traditional battles, though large allies will take up more than one slot.
This means you can make good synergies within your team by adding heroes who buff, heal and deal physical or magical damage.
Every character has their use, and you'll find that missing a piece of the puzzle will significantly reduce your chances of success.
Then you need to consider who sits in the front or back row based on how much damage they take and deal, and it adds a further tactical layer.
Some won't like the way Eiyuden Chronicle approaches random encounters, where even basic fights can be a grind.
However, you can auto-battle these and save your strength for the gruelling boss fights.
The focus – as with all Suikoden games – is on building your base and your army, and this is where it shines.
You collect resources as you travel, and different partners will use specific skills to build up your base.
Wars play out like most strategy games where you build small units to take on the opposing army.
Then it switches things up again by introducing one-on-one duels for specific conflicts and rivalries.
The strength of having this huge amount of characters is that there are dozens of compelling ones, so everyone can find a favourite.
The minigames aren't as compelling as you'll remember from games like Suikoden 2, and the war battles are relatively simple when you have the strength in numbers.
Fans of Suikoden will certainly enjoy Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes as a worthy successor, but it may be a little inaccessible to modern players.
If you want to read more about upcoming games, check out our Hades 2 preview.
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I'm a Pokémon World Champion and a last minute flight just made me $6k | 5XVQ57C | 2024-05-11 15:08:01
WOLFE Glick recently returned home from London where he ended up coming 13th in the European International Championships.
It was the largest Pokémon tournament of all time, and for most people this would be an enormous achievement.
I'm a Pokémon World Champion and a last minute flight just made me $6kWolfe Glick won the 2016 Pokémon World Championship
Coming 13th out of almost 1k competitors including numerous other former (and current) World Champions is no easy task.
Glick said he was happy with how he played at the tournament telling The Sun: "I can be proud of this result, because I'm proud of myself for locking in today and playing good Pokémon."
However Glick had the strong belief that his team could have gone all the way, especially as he won enough matches at EUIC to land him in the quarter finals.
Despite the two tournaments only being a week apart, when Glick arrived back in the US from London he booked a ticket to go to Florida for the Orlando Regional Tournament.
The last minute decision meant that he arrived at around 2am and said he only caught about 3 hours of sleep before the first round began at 9am.
Luckily for Glick he didn't need to build a whole new team as he used the exact same team that he had built for EUIC.
He tells us: "Overall, I think it was a really solid team. It did me proud.
"I felt I always had the tools to win even in the games I lost."
In particular, Glick called his Amoonguss with Sludge Bomb the "MVP" of the team, which played a huge role in the final game in Orlando.
Both Glick and his opponent Neil Patel were down to their last two Pokémon; Glick's Amoonguss and Patel's Urshifu.
Surviving one final attack from the legendary Pokémon, Amoonguss manages to hit back with a Sludge Bomb for the KO.
Despite signing up for the Orlando tournament at the last minute Glick managed to take home the title and $6k (£5k) in prize money.
Orlando is Glick's 9th Regional title and cements his place in competitive Pokémon history.
If you want to read more about Pokémon, check out our interview with Wolfe Glick about competing despite the crowds.
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I played PlayStation's upcoming sexy exclusive and it offers more than just gorgeous graphics | 5XVQ57C | 2024-05-11 15:08:01
STELLAR Blade has split fans thanks to the protagonist's super sexy design.
It doesn't matter if you enjoy Eve's look, the most important aspect of the game is whether it's fun or not.
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Having a hyper-sexual character in action adventure games like Stellar Blade is hardly new ground; just look at Bayonetta or Nier Automata's 2B for more on that.
And Stellar Blade stands apart from these by straddling the line between the genre and challenging soulslike games.
It takes a hybrid approach to this. Those who want the hardcore experience can choose Normal difficulty and wear that see-through suit to put an emphasis on parrying and dodging.
Those who want to play for the fantastic world-building and flashy graphics can turn it down to Story difficulty.
Story difficulty isn't for beginners and you'll still find yourself challenged in boss fights, but you'll die less between fights, and you'll have more tools at your disposal.
Aside from starting with more skills unlocked, combat will slow down at the point when you should dodge or parry if you are struggling with timing.
It's a really nice way to dynamically change the difficulty, and even shift the genre between standard action adventure and soulslike.
A lot of detail has gone into the combat beyond the difficulty level, and there are many ways to take on the Naytiba's with gorgeous, flashy animations.
This is where the game shines. There is clever level design, but due to poor collision and slow box pushing the puzzles and platforming don't feel nearly as satisfying as they should.
Which brings us back to Eve and her eerily reflective backside.
Many sexy characters have gone down as gaming greats like Bayonetta, 2B, Lara Croft, and Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy 7.
But I don't see Eve going down in gaming's history books in the same way, as there isn't anything beyond her outside appearance.
This isn't a problem with just Eve. As you help people around the city of Xion you'll see that there is rarely any character development.
Lessons aren't learned, and people don't change because of the terrors that befall them. It all feels like they are just existing.
Engineer Lily has a little more pep in her step, but aside from her child-like optimism she feels interchangeable with anyone else.
It's a shame, because Stellar Blade does a lot to build its unique world where everyone seems taken in by Mother Sphere's cult-like religion.
However, without any personality to the people of the world, it just feels a bit hollow.
Stellar Blade is definitely a good time while it lasts, but I can't see it staying in gamers' vocabulary too long after it's released.
However, if you are gagging for a new action game with flashy, fast-paced combat, then it could be one for you.
Andy Cohen cleared of 'drugs and sexual harassment' accusations made by ex Housewives after Bravo boss shut down claims | 91EHJE7 | 2024-05-11 13:08:01
ANDY Cohen has been cleared of drug and sexual harassment accusations made by former Real Housewives cast members after the Bravo boss shut down the claims.
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Andy Cohen cleared of 'drugs and sexual harassment' accusations made by ex Housewives after Bravo boss shut down claimsGettyLeah McSweeney claimed to Vanity Fair that producers hid liquor bottles on set, which Andy denied[/caption]
Andy Cohen cleared of 'drugs and sexual harassment' accusations made by ex Housewives after Bravo boss shut down claimsGettyThe TV host was accused of sexual misconduct by Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum Brandi Glanville[/caption]
As of Thursday, investigators have cleared Andy, 55, of the Real Housewives alums' accusations, per Deadline.
A Bravo spokeswoman told the outlet, "The outside investigation into the recent allegations made by Brandi Glanville and Leah McSweeney against Andy Cohen has now been completed, and the claims were found to be unsubstantiated."
Earlier this month, Andy touched on some of those complaints brought against him, including allegations that producers attempted to sabotage some of the stars' sobriety to improve ratings during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter,
"Sure, there are people who drink. There are many people who never drink. We don't force anyone to do anything," he told The Hollywood Reporter.
Andy continued, "But no one is secretly hiding liquor bottles on set. That's ridiculous. We've been very supportive of people's sobriety."
Leah claimed working conditions at Bravo as a "rotted workplace culture that uniquely depended on pressuring its employees to consume alcohol."
"It's a workplace culture where toxicity, alcoholism, and pain are not only expected but encouraged and facilitated," she asserted in a report shared by Deadline.
The TV personality also accused Andy of "engaging in cocaine use" with cast members of Real Housewives and other Bravo shows and would give those who partake special treatment.
Andy addressed Leah's claims through his rep, calling the former reality TV star's accusations "completely false."
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UNSAVORY BEHAVIOR
In February, shortly before Leah made her accusations, Andy found himself at the center of another scandal.
The reunion host was accused of sexual misconduct by Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum Brandi Glanville, 51, for inappropriate comments he allegedly made toward her.
In a legal letter obtained by The Blast, Brandi claimed Andy sent her a video while under the influence, boasting about his intention to sleep with another Bravo star and invited her to watch via Facetime.
"Mr. Cohen was Ms. Glanville's boss at the time and exercised complete and total control over her career. This was an extraordinary abuse of power that left Ms. Glanville feeling trapped and disgusted," court documents stated.
After learning of Brandi's allegations, Andy apologized to the former model for his actions.
Last month, Brandi hit out at Andy for asking women if they're on Ozempic or have had plastic surgery while seemingly never asking male stars the same questions.
She admitted she felt "nervous" as she stepped out at the Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center's grand opening in West Hollywood.
Brandi has been honest about procedures she's had done to her face in the past, but she doesn't believe Andy should be able to grill Real Housewives over whether they've lost weight with Ozempic or have had cosmetic procedures.
Brandi exclusively told The U.S. Sun, "I think it's really unfortunate that he's constantly asking the women on his show what they had done and if they are on Ozempic.
"I just think it's very misogynistic really, I don't like it, because the men come on and he doesn't ask them.
"And like Oprah said, she's on Ozempic and she's proud of it.
"If I needed to be on it, I'd be on it, give me five years, I'll be on it," she added.
Brandi stated, "[Andy] was the original person to say 'You got some fillers done, right?'
"So from that moment, it's been 13 or 14 years, that is what everyone writes. What are you doing to your face? What have you done? It's really hard, it's not acceptable."
The reality TV star aimed at Andy as she asked, "Who the hell do you think you are? What gives you the right to judge women's looks? Period. Check your bald spot, dude!"
In the interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Andy also addressed the criticism he's received regarding former RHOBH star Bethenny Frankel's fight against reality stars' alleged low pay.
"Obviously, it's no fun to be a target. So, yes, it's hurtful. But I have no regrets about the way I've handled anything. I think everything that happens in your life informs the next thing that happens in your life.
"That's the way I look at all this. I know what the truth is and I know how I've conducted myself, and I walk tall every day on that," Andy said.
Despite the backlash, Andy has no plans to leave the network amid previous reports that he was preparing to part ways.
ANDY'S EXIT?
Last month, a source told InTouch Weekly Andy was "negotiating" his "departure package" following the numerous allegations against him.
A spokesperson from Bravo squashed the claims via Deadline, and Andy later confirmed that he isn't planning to go anywhere anytime soon.
"Hopefully [Bravo will] keep employing me for a while because I like it there," Andy told THR.
He continued, "But you know, everyone is ultimately replaceable. I love doing the shows, but if it all went away tomorrow for some reason, I'll be fine.
The talk show host concluded, "I can write books, I have a successful radio career at Sirius. There are lots of things that I can do. And now that I have a family, I know now that I'll never be alone."
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Bec + Bridge's designer duo on AFW, motherhood and friendship | M8ODBFF | 2024-05-11 14:08:01
Becky Cooper and Bridget Yorston on motherhood, friendship, and their 20th anniversary at Australian Fashion Week
The designer duo behind Bec + Bridge reflect on their friendship, their lives juggling business and motherhood, and the 20th anniversary of their first runway at Australian Fashion Week. By Dani Maher
Speaking to Harper's BAZAAR Australia/New Zealand a week before they're set to unveil their latest runway for Australian Fashion Week, the duo say they feel lucky to have the partnership they do as both friends and designers. "It's something we don't take for granted," they say.
Their unique journey over the past two decades has seen them evolve as businesswomen and simply as people, and they've supported each other through it all — even as they entered new phases of their life as mothers. Cooper has two sons, nine-year-old Max, and seven-year-old Teddy; while Bridget has three children: 13-year-old Tommy, 11-year-old George, and eight-year-old Matilda. As Mother's Day looms — on the eve of Fashion Week, no less — they admit that "naturally, things change when becoming a mother," but it's a change they've embraced wholeheartedly.
"We've always prioritised balance and perspective in how we approach life and business, but that certainly plays out on a whole new level once becoming a mother," they say.
Embracing "flexibility and balance" has been key, they say, as has maintaining a sense of self beyond the part of their identity that is motherhood. In that regard, fashion has been a liberating tool. "Being able to express personal style, creativity and individuality can be empowering for mothers in maintaining a sense of self," they advise.
Below, discover our full conversation with the fashionable pair — including what they say we can expect from the runway which will mark 20 years since their debut at Australian Fashion Week.
Harper's BAZAAR: What is your first memory of meeting each other at university? What were your first impressions of each other?
We met on our very first day of university. We were being taken on a tour of the textile print rooms and we ended up introducing ourselves. We had no idea what lay ahead for us…
Studying together at UTS was the catalyst for you two becoming friends, and ultimately creating Bec+Bridge after you graduated. What were those earliest discussions of starting your own label like? Did it seem like a dream or something you knew you were going to embark upon together?
We never set out to start a label. It all started with a friend coming to us with an old pair of jeans that he wanted us to revamp for his party that night. We screen printed our names all over them, stitched them, dyed them, embroidered them… they had a full makeover. It was 2001 and denim was having a big moment… that pair of jeans set the wheels in motion. Before we knew it, we were registering our business name.
Bec + Bridge's designer duo on AFW, motherhood and friendship
Some say you shouldn't go into business with your friends. What advice do you have for friends wanting to team up professionally?
We've been incredibly fortunate with our partnership. It's hard to offer up advice in this area… it's something we don't take for granted. Always keeping things in perspective is a good start.
Did becoming mothers change the way you approached your business?
Naturally things change when becoming a mother. We've always prioritised balance and perspective in how we approach life and business but that certainly plays out on a whole new level once becoming a mother.
What do you see as the relationship between motherhood and fashion?
The relationship between motherhood and fashion is certainly a personal one. Apart from the practical aspect, being able to express personal style, creativity and individuality can be empowering for mothers in maintaining a sense of self.
Being able to EXPRESS personal style, CREATIVITY and individuality can be EMPOWERING for mothers in maintaining a SENSE of SELF.
The world of business is still evolving to accommodate women as they enter different stages of their lives, like motherhood. How have you noticed it change as you've become mothers, and how do you hope it can continue to evolve to support women and mothers?
As business owners we've been very fortunate that we're able navigate motherhood with the necessary flexibility and balance we need. We hope that at Bec + Bridge we've built a culture that makes mothers feel supported through encouraging work life balance as well as an environment that allows them to thrive in their careers.
Next week, at Australian Fashion Week, you'll be presenting your 20th anniversary runway. What can fans expect?
A fresh, elevated and edgy collection.
Bec + Bridge's designer duo on AFW, motherhood and friendship
Aston Martin wins the King's Award for its luxe and innovative leather | M8ODBFF | 2024-05-11 14:08:01
Aston Martin wins the King's Award for its luxe and innovative leather
The King's Awards for Enterprise, previously known as The Queen's Awards for Enterprise until it was renamed last year to reflect King Charles III, recognises excellence in UK innovation. First established in 1965, the awards allow outstanding businesses to use the esteemed King's Awards Emblem for the next five years. It's an honour Aston Martin, an iconic embodiment of British luxury based in Gaydon, England, has won three times since 1998. Renowned for its timeless designs and modern technology as seen in its signature Vantage, DB12, DBS, DBX, and the hypercar Aston Martin Valkyrie — Aston Martin has also gone green with plans to introduce electric sports cars and SUVs between 2025 and 2030.
"As a company with a commitment to innovation, we are incredibly proud to be honoured with this King's Award for Enterprise, which celebrates both the ingenuity of our craftspeople and the quality of Aston Martin's bespoke interiors," Lawrence Stroll, Executive Chairman of Aston Martin said.
Aston Martin wins the King's Award for its luxe and innovative leather
"Recognising our combination of handcraft and cutting-edge manufacturing technology, this award highlights the unique composition of our ultra-luxury interiors and how our manufacturing team have gone to extra lengths to ensure the highest level of personalisation is offered to our customers, whilst not compromising on our seat technology's core functionality."
The best burgundy lipsticks to recreate Irina Shayk's perfect Met Gala beauty look
Beyond the dazzling allure of the 84,000 Swarovski crystals adorning Irina Shayk's dress, it was her wine-hued lip that stole the spotlight. By Ruby Stephens
Best burgundy lipsticks to buy in 2024
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Jaeger-LeCoultre stages a special global launch in Sydney | M8ODBFF | 2024-05-11 14:08:01
Jaeger-LeCoultre stages a special global launch in Sydney
Of course, the watchmaker could have chosen anywhere in the world to unveil these new expressions. Yet in a big coup for fans of the brand, Jaeger-LeCoultre has chosen Sydney as the destination for this highly anticipated global launch.
"It was important to come to Australia because we've been there now with two stores, and [have] ambitions to go further in our expansion," Jaeger-LeCoultre chief executive Catherine Rénier told Harper's BAZAAR Australia/New Zealand recently. Of the timepiece's significance, she adds: "It is one of the oldest icons in watchmaking, dating back to 1931… has one identity but is very versatile in how it can express itself for men and women."
The three new additions to the Precious Flowers series pay homage to the 'Streamline Moderne' architecture movement, as well as the most iconic tropical flowers: the Bird of Paradise, the Hibiscus and, in the most sparkling rendition of the trio, a Diamond Hibiscus, which is set with a total of approximately 523 2.02 diamonds.
To give you an idea of the craftsmanship that when into producing these pieces, setting those 523 diamonds in the Diamond Hibiscus took 120 hours of work, while 12 trials of colour research were undertaken to achieve the desired shades and subtle graduation on the watch's reverse. Meanwhile, to complete the delicate champlevé enamelling, which is one of the oldest decorative enamelling techniques, many years' experience and great technical skill are required, because the firing process needed to achieve such vibrant colours renders the outcome unpredictable. Once painted, each face is fired at up to 800 Celsius. The slightest mistake could destroy countless hours of work.
Of course, the end result is worth it. When it comes to the intersection of watchmaking and high jewellery, the Precious Flowers range feels like the gold standard. It's worth noting that the composition of the iconic timepiece — the fact its case can be quite literally 'reversed' to reveal a second dial — makes for the ultimate canvas for which the artisans in Jaeger-LeCoultre's 'movement-decoration' workshop can push their skills to the limit. According to the maison, it takes several artisans to collaborate in a carefully orchestrated manner to produce the floral designs that wrap seamlessly from the back to the bezel of each Precious Flowers piece, with the curves and angles of the case adding a high degree of complexity to the work.
As Catherine Rénier points out: "The play with colours really makes the piece more so jewellery than a watch, which is the beauty of the Reverso."
It's the type of craftsmanship that needs to be seen to be believed. Fortunately, Australian watch and jewellery lovers can do just that, as these three new additions to the Reverso One Precious Flowers range are being unveiled as part of Jaeger-LeCoultre's 'Reverso Stories' exhibition, which is touching down in Sydney's Martin Place from from May 10 to 19. Open to the public, it will be the first place in the world you can view these highly considered, hand-enamelled pieces, as well as the watchmaker's full collection of mesmerising Reverso models, ranging from archival treasures to modern-day marvels.
Jaeger-LeCoultre stages a special global launch in Sydney
Should you wish to secure one of the three new Precious Flowers, orders for the pieces will be open from today. Keeping in mind, of course, these pieces take after the rarity of their name — only 10 pieces of each design will be made.
In other words, it's well worth attending the Reverso Stories experience, to get a glimpse of these pieces, which truly are one-of-a-kind.
Reverso Stories will run from May 10 to 19 in Martin Place, Sydney. Opening daily from 9am to 7pm (5pm on Sundays), access to the exhibition is free to the public. Guided 20-minute tours, are available. Visitors can book online here or register upon arrival.
Rebecca Bana and Sophie Bana on their quiet Hollywood-ish life | M8ODBFF | 2024-05-11 14:08:01
On being a role model…
Rebecca: I have quite a good mother-daughter relationship with Sophia which I am grateful for. I also really wanted to be a mum and was so happy when my kids came along. At first, I was a travelling spouse for my husband Eric Bana who was overseas a lot filming, and I was fortunate enough to be with him and have the kids with us at the same time. Our son Klaus was born first (1999) and then Sophia (2002) came along. She is blessed with a lovely, happy and even temperament and I don't put any of that down to excellent parenting. We all are born a certain way and she hasn't caused me any trouble at all. I know that sounds unique, but I think it all comes down to her character. Yes, some kids are trickier than others, and I got it easy with Sophia.
Sophia: My mum is very passion-led and that was inspiring to me growing up. Being able to see someone like her be so interested in what she does, and remains driven by that today, has definitely made an impression on me. It's that same passion I apply when it comes to my dancing career and modelling work. Mum and I have always had a close relationship and are like-minded and very similar in a lot of ways even though I don't like to admit that sometimes [laughs]. We don't really get into many arguments, if we do, it was when I was 10 and on the tennis court with mum trying to give me tips on how to play, and me ignoring her. As long as we stay in our lanes, we're fine.
A childhood reflection…
Sophia: We did spend a lot of time watching Dance Moms when I was growing up. I still live at home, and [we] now watch a new series Dance Life together.
Rebecca: Sophia and I also love spending time in the kitchen cooking and baking. We are both similar in our desire to keep healthy. I love when it's just us at home, because we have a similar palette for food and cooking meals. We make Buddha bowls and both bake pretty cakes and biscuits. We often go on walks and sometimes do Pilates together.
Rebecca Bana and Sophie Bana on their quiet Hollywood-ish lifeINSTAGRAM | @sophiabanaaa
On work life…
Rebecca: I have been working as a freelance photographer for the past 10 years and it's something I discovered I could do later in life, after my career in PR wound up.
It was then, a decade ago, that I spotted Eric had some beautiful camera gear at home and decided I should learn how to use this! I enrolled in a week-long course, exploring how to use the gear. I then went on to do a three-month course, and then enrolled in a photographic college. l just loved it. From the moment I touched the camera I fell in love. I remember when I was doing publicity, it was always the photo shoots that was my favourite part of the media experience. I don't know why I didn't pick it up earlier, it took me a while for me to find my thing. I don't shoot every day. I also play golf [with friend Kitty Flanagan of Fisk fame] which keeps me busy too. I do like to photograph weekly. When I started it, I committed to it daily, and during COVID-19 I forced myself to shoot something pretty every day — that was a discipline I maintained which got me through.
In some ways I wish I had discovered photography sooner. I do constantly think that the career path Sophia has chosen is really hard, but I also see there is a real grit about her and a determination that will work in her favour. I don't think I had that same discipline at her age, so I back her intentions because that's what you do as a parent, and I know she'll keep pushing forward and if she needs to change paths she will. She has the most beautiful work ethic — and most kids today have 10 different careers, so I guess as a mum I can see it's her work ethic and grit that puts me to shame. She is competitive and focused.
Sophie: My mum doesn't give herself enough credit especially watching her with her photography career! She is leaning into what she is great at and making it work for her. I know it's a good idea to have career back-up options, but I am not about giving myself excuses. I want to do what I want to do with my work. I see that in mum's approach to life and work, and my dad too. Having a supportive home to bounce off when things don't go my way is invaluable. Mum has always been level headed. We're both academic [her sister is a High Court Judge] but also have a creative flair, and it's about which one you want to highlight at what point you're at in life.
I am INSPIRED by my PARENTS and take their ADVICE, but I'll go about getting there MY WAY.
As for me, I have a few fashion shoots coming up which is exciting. I also switched agencies and now with GIANT so I am excited to see what will come next. I really love being on set and doing photo shoots, the buzz you get from being around photographers and stylists is really inspiring — it's a dream for me to work in that space. Both my parents are conscious of not trying to help me out too much when it comes to my career, and want me to achieve things in life on my own merit, but I also think I have a lot to learn and look up to them for. To ignore my dad's influence on my life wouldn't be fair on him, he has worked hard to get to where he is and what he has achieved, so I definitely look up to him and take a leaf from that book.
On their shared love of fashion…
Sophie: Mum is very fashionable and will often show me pieces she has purchased, and I'll think that's so not cool. A month later, everyone is wearing it. She is always a step ahead. Her advice when it comes to fashion is that less is more and choose one item to be the standout piece. As I am getting older, I wander more into her closet and steal Camilla and Marc tops and haven't returned a pair of Scanlan & Theodore black sandals.
Rebecca: I do love clothes, but while my mother liked nice clothes, the inspiration for fashion came from my maternal grandmother who was a dressmaker.
On building a family with a Hollywood star …
Rebecca: There is a lot of love between Eric and I. You get married and there's plenty of things that can be thrown at you, and things you can't predict in life, but we are really best friends. I think it's also Eric's decision to maintain a low profile that has sat well with me well over the years – we're both on the same page, and we enjoy a lot of things together. I also know that what will take us through the next 30 years is our golf journey. We are both so obsessed with doing that. As a couple we're good friends, and what we have tried to do is keep life as normal as possible for the kids. He stills makes me laugh and he's supportive of my photography work.
