Donatella Versace's latest venture, Palazzo Versace Macau, is a testament to the city's evolving identity. The fashion icon, who is known for her bold and daring designs, has brought together signature elements of Versace with symbols rooted in local Chinese custom, such as the dragon and the chrysanthemum. "I love to bring together cultures and traditions from all over the world," Donatella says of her latest venture."... For me... this collaboration is what makes something truly beautiful.
Macau is forging ahead with plans to future-proof its reputation, looking to go well beyond its past as a former Portuguese colony and it's present-day reliance on casinos. Proof of progress can be found in the recent slew of luxury resort openings backed by high-profile figures. The latest endorsement comes from legendary fashion designer Donatella Versace, whose namesake hotel – Palazzo Versace – just launched in the city to great fanfare. Its grand opening party on March 23 was anchored by a bevy of A-list talent with K-pop star Taecyeon of 2PM and Thai actor Blue Pongtiwat among the famous faces in attendance, and ended with an intimate performance by award-winning American singer John Legend.