As someone who often tastes whiskey before ever having a sip of coffee or a bite of breakfast, Allen Katz, the owner and distiller of New York Distilling, has strong opinions about what makes the best whiskey glass. And it’s not just about aromatics. “There’s an emotional context,” Katz says.
Monaco’s ritzy reputation began more than 150 years ago with the debut of the James Bond-famous Belle Époque-style Casino de Monte-Carlo. Throw in a fresco-adorned clifftop palace, the super yacht–lined harbor, and one of the most anticipated events in the luxury sports industry’s social calendar (the Monaco Grand Prix), and it’s no wonder the principality…
Many people travel to Greece to spend time along its coast or on one of its myriad islands—a holiday destination that leaves salt on your skin. And there’s good reason to come for that alone, although it gives little sense of a country that is roughly 80 percent mountainous. Beyond the beach there are farming…
Once dominated by pastel Art Deco and late-night bass, the best hotels in Miami have evolved into an eclectic, high-design, sprawling ecosystem. Beyond the legendary oceanfront icons of South Beach lie moody art-filled sanctuaries, discreet European-style retreats, and soaring glass towers anchored in the cosmopolitan energy of Brickell. Luckily, when it comes to picking the…
Aging skin is something to celebrate, but there’s no harm in extra hydration and TLC. Different phases of life call for different skin-care needs, and the best moisturizers for mature skin make those adjustments feel like a thirst-quenching treat. Just as acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide may have been your saving graces…
The Allure Best of Beauty 2026 Box has arrived. Packed with 30 award-winning products, including 17 Best of Beauty 2026 winners, this limited-edition collection is valued at more than $740—for just $125 for Allure readers with code ALLUREACCESS The year was 1996. Brad and Gwyneth were together; ditto Tom and Nicole. George Clooney was a…
Low-maintenance color meets high-level hydration. Some shine, some shimmer, and some even tingle, but one thing all the best tinted lip balms have in common is that they deliver equal parts moisture and color. They’re the Goldilocks of lip products: more exciting than clear balm, less fussy than lipstick, and infinitely easier to apply than…
Here’s where to rest your head before hitting the transit hub. If you’re traveling around Italy on vacation, it’s likely you’ll be taking a train. Italy’s rail system is incredibly well connected, with frequent high-speed trains running from the north to the south of the country. Train travel often means early departures or late arrivals,…
