November 24th, 2008

Feel like dressing like royalty? Or even having a taste of royal life? Then look no further than the Mont Charles de Monaco collection!
Mont Charles de Monaco - Mont Charles means Monte Carlo in French - one of the first high fashion labels to originate from the prosperous Principality, has just revealed its signature collection of sensual handbags, as part of a coordinated plan to revive Monaco’s glamorous identity.
“Monaco has always been synonymous with style and sophistication” explains Founder & CEO John Mclean, in a reference to the luxurious Mediterranean nation made famous by Princess Grace and the Monaco Grand Prix.”But we need to remind the world of this, and add a modern twist”.

November 24th, 2008
Motorola has teamed up with renowned French jeweler and watch maker Cartier to roll out the Motorola MING A1600 Luxury Edition.
The luxury edition handset has a gold plated body decorated with faux crocodile skin and comes bundled with a Cartier business card holder.
Other than the new, shiny looks, everything else is same as of the original phone (the Motorola Ming A1600 is a touchscreen phone with a 2.4 inch display).
The Motorola A1600 also packs a 3 megapixel shooter, a microSD card slot (up to 4GB), stereo Bluetooth (A2DP), a microUSB port, and a stereo FM radio. Its final noteworthy feature is the built-in GPS receiver which allows both real-time GPS navigation and geotagging of the photos taken with the built-in camera.
The Motorola MING A1600 Luxury Edition sells for TWD $28,000 in Taiwan (approximately US $867).
November 23rd, 2008

French designer Christophe Pillet has designed a contemporary set to accompany Remy Martin’s top class cognac Louis XIII. This collaboration is, according to Remy Martin, a way to pay homage to the heritage and artistry of the high-quality cognac.
Pillet is well known as a furniture designer and has worked with Philippe Starck and brands like Zanotta, Cappellini, Tacchini and Pallucco.
The collaboration between Christophe Pillet and Louis XIII is a result of a program initiated by Remy Martin to support visionary artists from the world of art, design, photography and architecture. Earlier collaborations include the artist Louis Bourgeoise and the architect Dror.
Louis XIII is made from 1200 different “eaux de vie” (fermented and distilled grape juice from Grande Champagne region in Cognac) aged anywhere between 40-100 years and perfectly blended that go into making each bottle of Louis XIII.
The Louis XIII you drink now was blended in 1960 with eaux de vie that had already aged for over 40 years before that.
The new tableware collection includes a crystal glass, a silver serving platter, a crystal candleholder and a display case all of which has been designed to complement the iconic Louis XIII Baccarat decanter.
The collection is limited edition and will be offered to Rémy Martin’s established customers first.
November 23rd, 2008
Are you looking for a stylish, high-security safe to store your million dollar phones and other expensive belongings? Priced at a whopping $180,000, the Traum Heirloom Safe is a work of art in itself.
The safe boasts Swiss bank security and strong Relastan armoring that makes this safe stronger than the usual bank vaults.
Easy to operate patented digital dual electronic locking system offers the highest security available. Interior lighting and pull-out drawers can be customized to match your storage needs. Customization available and can be built to your specifications. No detail is overlooked, from exterior lacquer finish to the placement of the lock.
Moreover, the Traum Heirloom can be connected to your existing security system. I think the Traum Heirloom Safe is worth more than what you can put in it : )

November 23rd, 2008
The latest designer invited to design the cover of the holiday edition of France’s “Le Petit Larousse Illustré” (“Larousse Small Illustrated Dictionary”) is none other than Karl Lagerfeld.
The French reference book consists of a dictionary featuring common words and encyclopedia featuring proper nouns.
The limited edition book is covered in matte black featuring a corner illustration by Lagerfeld of the famous Larousse “Semeuse,” or “Seed-Scatterer,” blowing a puff of dandelion seeds in her birthday suit and a pair of blue, elbow-length gloves.”
On the black case itself there’s a sketch of Karl Lagerfeld himself with the words “Habillé par Karl Lagerfeld” (“Dressed by Karl Lagerfeld”) in silver. Price : 49 euros ($ 61.00)
November 23rd, 2008
Other than the limited edition $10K Mechanical Alligator Belt, Dunhill’s Christmas gifts collection has one more offering that would appeal to the style conscious geeks : the Pave Black Diamond USB key is a perfect example of combination of decadent luxury and quotidian functionality.
Boasting an impressive storage of 8GB, this piece of equipment will make that perfect first and lasting impression in any presentation.
With a base of oxidised sterling silver and embellished with 272 black diamonds – each 3 carat – it has discreet Alfred Dunhill branding on the reverse and obvious Dunhill luxury throughout.
