Natasha Poly stars as a face of the new Givenchy Ange o Démon fragrance campaign.
Monthly Archives: April 2012
Interior Design for Private Jets in China
As sales of private jets increase in China, interior design companies are looking to cash in.
From bedrooms fit for a prince, to jacuzzis, bars, small theaters, stereo systems and hookups for iPads, interior designs for private jets are taking off in China.
As sales of private jets grow in an emerging market, a small group of interior design companies are beginning to reel in more and more Chinese buyers.
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Longines 1942 Heritage Chronograph
Longines is launching various new models this year to to mark its 180th anniversary and this 1942 Heritage Chronograph was directly inspired by a model dating from 1942 which was fitted with calibre 13ZN.
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North Korea elite enjoy good life despite sanctions
Nuclear-armed North Korea has been under heavy sanctions for years but there is little sign of any effect on the elite in Pyongyang, who enjoy unfettered access to upmarket cars and consumer goods.
The economy of the isolated North is widely believed to be battered and stuttering, but the luxury shops of the showcase capital tell a different story.
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British government warns over safety of arctic cruises
Just as the arctic cruise season gets underway, officials at the British Foreign Office this week warned travelers that they should consider the “limited” search and rescue options in the Arctic, prompting a furious reaction from cruise lines.
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Lanvin Face Print iPad Holder
The iPad cover by Lanvin adorned in quirky sketches of the label’s creative director Alber Elbaz has been one of the season’s most coveted.
Givenchy Acoustic Colors Fall 2012 Ad Campaign
Givenchy Beauty Acoustic Colors Campaign Fall Winter 2012 photographed by Willy Vanderperre featuring model Querelle Jansen.
Ferrari Enzo Abandoned in Dubai
The nine luxury cars that were reportedly up for sale in Dubai have been seized as part of evidence from various crimes and will not be sold.
“The one Ferrari Enzo and the other regular Ferraris are required by Interpol. So, the nine cars are not for sale,” Captain Khalid Al Kamali was quoted as saying.
This comes as a disappointment to the many Brits, Americans, Indians and Russians who reportedly asked to buy the rare Enzo Ferrari.
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Russian eats 500g of caviar in 90 seconds
A 49-year old Russian with a big spoon in hand swallowed a pound (500 grams) of caviar in about 90 seconds to win what was billed as the world’s first eating contest featuring the pricey fish roe.
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MB&F HM4 Thunderbolt RT
MB&F has officially unveiled his latest masterwork, the stunning MB&F HM4 RT special edition in an envelope of red gold, titanium and sapphire.
Beneath the aerodynamic shell are two barrels, connected in parallel and which transfer power to the two identical, turbine-shaped indication pods.
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Ferrari confirms Enzo replacement to be a hybrid
Ferrari has confirmed that it will offer a hybrid system for its sports cars from next year. The legendary Italian brand has been playing with hybrid trehcnology on its Formula One vehicles for some time now with the HY-KERS system.
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Jimmy Choo Glitter Leather iPad Sleeve
The Jimmy Choo glitter-finished leather iPad sleeve is perfect for those who like to sparkle! £260
Relaxing baths now with rhythmic mood lighting
Taking a relaxing bath after a hard day just got a lot more relaxing thanks to the release of a new line of baths from Kohler.
Users of Kohler’s new Underscore VibrAcoustic baths can stream music via a hardware connection or wirelessly via Bluetooth through a touchscreen device mounted on the side of the bath.
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The Top 10 Global Beauty Brands 2012
A recent report on the world’s strongest beauty labels has highlighted the dominance of legacy brands, with long-running and affordable favorites such as Olay and Avon dominating the top ten.
Valuation firm Brand Finance’s annual ranking of the 50 biggest global beauty brands measures areas including current market value and customer loyalty, with the number one spot going to America’s Olay — which was launched in 1950.
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Revealed: the most popular seat on a plane
If you’re keen to avoid sitting next to your fellow passengers on a flight, you should head for the back of a plane and an odd row number, a new study has suggested.
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Bottega Veneta Initials Personalization Service
Bottega Veneta is the latest fashion house to venture into the realm of personalization, with the launch of a bespoke service allowing shoppers to adorn the latest accessories collection with their initials.
Available through the brand’s e-commerce stores, the service has its own dedicated microsite, where fashionistas can create their personalized piece.
Women can select from a range of small leather goods, shoppers, wallets, cases, and a belt. For men, items include a tote, a cross-body bag, two wallets, and a belt.
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Malaysia to get Asia’s first Legoland Hotel
Asia’s first Legoland Hotel is to open in Malaysia in 2014 next to a theme park dedicated to the popular children’s building bricks, the developers said Tuesday.
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Lamborghini Bicycle
BMC has teamed up with Lamborghini to produce the BMC impec Automobili Lamborghini Edition, a super-car inspired version of their flagship road bike.
The bike has a standard BMC impec carbon frame fitted with Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 electronic shifting and unbranded carbon wheels.
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Wealthy Iranians spur luxury car boom
Wealthy Iranians are fuelling an unprecedented luxury car boom despite sanctions hurting their economy, paying up to $360,000 for high-end autos.
“Buyers are paying upfront for these cars, which generally cost two to three times more than abroad,” one car salesman in Tehran told AFP on condition of anonymity.
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Gucci Campaign Featuring Li Bing Bing
Chinese actress Li Bingbing joins Princess of Monaco Charlotte Casiraghi on the list of celebrity models for Gucci. Li will be the face of the luxury label’s accessories ad campaign dedicated to the House’s handbags, fine jewelry, and timepieces.
Conceived by Creative Director Frida Giannini, the portraits, shot in London by Sølve Sundsbø, evoke a strong yet minimal aesthetic true to Gucci’s codes of luxury.
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Denza debuts first model in Beijing
Denza, the new brand created by Chinese brand BYD and Mercedes-Benz owner Daimler, has unveiled its first vehicle.
The Denza Chinese New Energy Vehicle (NEV) may not have a snappy name, but it drew plenty of attention at its unveiling at Auto China, the enormous Beijing show which opens to the public April 27.
It’s the first time that Denza, created specifically for the Chinese market, has shown off a vehicle and the model is designed to showcase the partners’ technological prowess, blending BYD’s EV know-how with Daimler’s automotive design pedigree.
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