Harrods launches Swarovski-studded chocolates

Harrods is set to launch a range of £5000 ($10,000) Swarovski-studded chocolates, with exclusively designed packaging by Lebanese chocolatier, Patchi.

The super-premium packaging, in which the 49 chocolates are hand-wrapped in Indian silk and placed on suede leather partitioned with gold and platinum, was created by Patchi’s in-house design team.

Each and every chocolate is adorned with gold and Swarovski crystal and silk rose. These are then placed in a stunning box made of genuine leather and magnificent hand woven silk from India and China.

A Harrods spokesperson says, ‘A number of our customers have actually asked for a product such as this which has the “wow” factor.’

The chocolates are part of Harrods’ exclusive new range of ‘High Life’ products, which will launch next month. Unlike the Royal Collection from Cocoa Gourmet that sported edible gold and diamonds, Im not sure you can actually swallow the crystals...


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Swarovski Coated LG Fridges

Lately, LG has launched this Swarovski crystals encrusted fridge into the market in a limited run of 200 units, released in the Taiwan market only.

LG have brought home with its R-U719GWN three door fridge. It looks like an ordinary fridge with its usual high tech features such as an ice-maker and LCD panel, but fridge's handle and logo are diamond studded with 4900 Swarovski crystals.

The fridge has also cool functions such as the Miracle Zone that allows users to select the ideal temperature for any type of food produce, and Biosilver, a silver-ion coated liner that shields food items against microbes, fungus and mildew.

With a price approximately US$3900

Puredistance - Crystal Masterpiece by Swarovski

Pure Distance is a new luxury brand located in Vienna, They recently launched a limited edition Crystal Masterpiece that holds a wonderful perfume: ‘Puredistance I’, a fragrance created by Annie Buzantian (Firmenich).

It consists of a Crystal Column with a crystal cap made made of Swarovski crystal and 24 carat gold-plate. Both the Column and the cap are engraved with a unique number.


The retail price of the ‘Crystal & Gold’ Limited Edition including the perfume spray and 24-carat gold, is 2.750 euro. The ‘Crystal & Steel’ Limited Edition including the perfume spray and high-polished steel is 1.750 euro.
The refill, a 17.5 ml perfume spray, costs 165 euro and is only available for registered owners of the Crystal Column.

The fragrance concept is available in the Puredistance Perfume Lounge in Vienna, in the online boutique and in selected stores worldwide.

Bejeweled Guitars by Amanda Dunbar

Amanda Dunbar has plastered some guitars with loads of colorful and shiny Swarovski crystals. Called "Precious Rebels," the blinged-out works of playable art run from $15,000 to $75,000.

Designed to be more than beautiful sculptures or just basic musical tools, these titivated guitars are an innovative integration of technology, art, music to be played, displayed and enjoyed.

So far, the artist has created more than 30 guitars, such Some as “Capri Tiger” featuring a metallic blue-and-black tiger crystal design or “The Parisian”, an obscure black-and-white swirled number.
The Grammy Awards requested a special guitar created by the artist that will be used to commemorate their 50-year anniversary. Dunbar came up with a Gibson Black Beauty Les Paul with predominantly jet-black and black-diamond Swarovski crystals. The will be played by different celebrities at various events around the country!

The guitars are not for sale to the general public. However A major retailer is looking into carrying the line, and musicians and others in the music industry have also shown interest.

Bill Amberg "Shuttle" briefcase

Since the foundation of the brand in 1984, the name of Bill Amberg, the Notting Hill-based leather designer and specialist has become synonymous with effortless, authentic British style.

Known for the highest standards of craftsmanship and ingenious, intuitive design, he has created some of the industry’s most iconic pieces – and this exquisite ‘Shuttle’ briefcase for 20LTD .

Apart from its alligator exterior, its plush padded suede interior and its super-light single caste aluminium handle – each with 2 Swarovski crystals embedded in them, it has a unique ball plunger closing mechanism that took 18 months to finesse.

Only 10 editions will ever be made. Its price : 11 175,00 £ ( 22,300 usd)

Swarovski Crystal Laptop Case

This swarovski-studded laptop case ‘Paris’ from PortDesigns will carry your luxury notebook in style!
The slim black laptop case boasts elegant finish and it can accommodate up to 15.4″ notebook. A matching heart charm also comes with the bag. No word on price!

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Gilty Couture Luxury Gold Cases for iPod

Metallo Design has introduced its new Gilty Couture line of gold, silver, and Swarovski crystal accoutrements for the iPod and iPhone.

The new collection includes slide-on bezels for the iPhone and iPod touch, which are available in gold or silver with differently-colored Swarovski crystals in each. Also available are “Jewelry Cover” cases for the fifth-generation iPod, iPod classic, second- and third-generation iPod nano, and second-generation iPod shuffle.

Gilty Couture Jewelry Cover cases are available now and priced between $55 and $200, depending on how much bling you wish to have for your iPod or iPhone (For example, a gold case for the Nano costs $199).

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Swarovski : Glittering at Cannes

The 61st Cannes Film Festival, Swarovski shined for the 9th consecutive year at the special suite in the Hôtel Martinez. For the second year in a row, Swarovski’s artistic director Nathalie Colin Roblique was presenting the Red Carpet Collection - an exceptional range of 10 bags in gold, silver and black.

These exclusive models, worked in luxurious materials such as galuchat, python and crocodile skins, illustrate the technical know-how, characteristic of the Daniel Swarovski’s Couture line.
Finely sized, cleverly bevelled and audaciously sculpted crystal lights up the bags and soaks up the flashing lights – reflecting a myriad of colour and sophistication.

The spotlight is on the Star Collector, Famous bag this year. With its enamelled border sprinkled with silver, this bag in Crystal Mesh and smooth leather, stands a class apart. Its geometric shape reminds one of the clutch bags of the 80s New York night-owls.
This limited edition bag, of which only 100 pieces have been created, was offered to actresses during the festival!

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Icansit High Chair with Swarovski crystals for Richie Rich kids

Hundreds of Swarovski crystals bring a sparkle of light and colour to a special edition of icansit children's chairs. A silver seat base completes the classy looks of an eye-catching child's chair that would turn heads in every restaurant :)

Featuring sturdy metal frames and supporting armrests, the design is original and contemporary. Originally designed by Carla Monchen, this Special Edition high chair were nominated for the Kind und Jugend innovations award 2007.

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33-pound Swarovski-crystal-encrusted satin gown by Dior

Blake Lively from the hit series Gossip Girl had her work cut out for her at a recent Vanity Fair photo shoot. Her day included prancing around in a 33-pound Christian Dior gown! The yellow satin gown dazzled with Swarovski crystals detailing, 6,000 sequins and detailed hand stitching.

Source : Vanityfair / Luxist

$22,500 Glam Rock Chandelier

Brought to you by the couture jewelry designers at Erickson Beamon, this exquisite handmade work of art is called the Glam Rock Chandelier. Completely covered with Japanese glass pearls and Swarovski crystals, it costs $22,500 (available on vivre.com)

Swarovski Crystal-Encrusted Furnishings

the renowned German manufacturer, Finkeldei has introduced its dazzling range of crystal furniture “Crystal Edition” that will spruce-up your home like anything! The alluring range features exclusive upholstered furniture with Swarovski crystals. The Crystal Edition features a breathtaking range of wonderful sofas, armchairs, chaise lounges, tables, beds and accessories to accentuate your decor

Werner Knocher, Managing Director of Finkeldei says: “When you think of exclusive comfort, crystals don’t necessarily come immediately to mind. It’s time now to rethink that: Finkeldei is presenting luxurious upholstery creations with twinkling Swarovski crystals at the IMM. Under the name “Crystal Edition”, we are presenting the art of perfect upholstery.”

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Randomly Crystallised Swarovski

Swedish designers Front created Randomly Crystallised which is a collection of vases and lights for the Swarovski Crystal Palace, a high-end crystal and glass store.

The pieces were made by combining cut crystals with hard blown liquid crystal.

“Front has experimented with crystal as a material,” the design company says of itself. “They have let the precision-cut crystals merge with hot liquid crystal to create a method where all the objects get an individual expression.”

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Most Expensive Bottled Water

Those who once scoffed at the possibilities of water bars and water tastings are starting to change their tune as a new luxury-class of bottled water has emerged and these products are quickly claiming new fans. Parallels with the wine industry are unavoidable, and similar to the spirit as water is categorized primarily by source. For example, Berg is a brand of water that, as the name suggests, is collected from icebergs off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada. The claim is that this 15,000-year-old water comes from a time when there were less atmospheric pollutants.

Similarly, Tasmanian Rain is bottled close to the World Meteorological Organization, which consistently holds the record of the world’s purest air. However rather than using springs or icebergs, Tasmanian Rain is collected from raindrops before they hit the ground. Additionally, the company responsible for Tasmanian Rain has partnered with Elementree, an organization that plants trees based on water shipments and carbon emissions.

Evidently, the source is not the only aspect that differentiates the varietals. Company politics and policy, bottle design, and fashion are heavily utilized within the industry. Take Veen and Aquadeco. Both of these brands received accolades for their striking bottle designs. Although in terms of unabashed luxury, Bling H2O is the clear winner. Their bottles are decorated with Swarovski crystals and retail for nearly $40 per bottle.

Via Forbes traveller & Hauteliving

Swarovski Crystal Sinks

Linkasink, the makers of an array of artisan sinks, is now producing unique porcelain sinks encrusted with Swarovski crystals. The demand for crystal-encrusted products has lead Linkasink to create beautiful sink designs that feature hand-placed Swarovski crystals and Swarovski pearls as key design elements on the exterior of a porcelain sink bowl.

The idea for the sinks came to Kirk Guthrie, founder of Linkasink, after he saw the level of attention his wife, Toby, received for a number of crystal-covered apparel items she created. Because of her experience and expertise with crystals, Toby oversees the hand application of the crystals on all of the sinks produced by Linkasink. These luxury designs are available on 3 styles of porcelain bowls with two finish options (white and bronze).

The crystals come in a number of colors including pink, black, blue, turquoise, and a prism of colors called aurora borealis. Customers can select any color of crystal or pearls that Swarovski produces. The sink measures 17 inches in diameter and 6 inches in depth. The suggested retail price ranges from $1,900 to $12,200.

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Showpiece from Swarovski Crystal Palace for Milan 2008

The Fragments Cabinet and the Ellipsis Light by Arne Quinze for the Swarovski Crystal Palace show off a spectrum of crystal colours. Both pieces are exquisite sculptures that make full use of the impact of the crystals.

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Anthony David Evening Bag with Swarovski Crystals

Designed by Anthony David, this contemporary crystal evening bag is surely going to get its deserving share of attention.

Its concrete metal frame comes fully packed with Swarovski crystals AD134 silver & pewter. It can be carried as a clutch handbag or can be worn as a shoulder bag with the detachable shoulder chain. The size of the stone is ss10 and is ultra sturdy.

It comes with a lining of genuine leather and features magnetic kiss top shutting, decorative trim and shielding storage box with integrated padded safety storage pouch.

Dimension: 8 1/2″ (W) x 3 1/4″ (H) x 2 1/2″ Depth)

Price: $445

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New Swarovski Crystal Ceiling Lamps

Once again, Swarovski proves that light and crystal is a match made in heaven, with these dazzling crystal ceiling lamps. Quite simply, light reflected by crystal creates a wondrous play of luminous color. The Fana is an unusual decorative ring-shaped ceiling lamp, part of the Spots range. The glittering and modern combination of metal and crystal is sure to be a focal point wherever you choose to locate it. The Crystal Boogie Pyramide is something rather out of the ordinary… its diaphanous pyramid-shaped crystal captures light and reflects it back onto the ceiling in beautiful patterns. This dramatic effect belies the lamp’s uncomplicated form, and breathes life into the precious glass

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New Swarovski Flagship Store in Tokyo

Highly visible, more than a thousand Swarovski boutiques and concessions are located in all major fashion capitals around the world. Now, Swarovski opened a new flagship store in Tokyo’s renowned Ginza district on Saturday, March 29, 2008.

It will showcase the entire Daniel Swarovski Couture Line and the jewellery and accessories from the Swarovski fashion collection.

Three exclusive Ginza limited edition pieces will be available at this particular flagship store: the Black Elvis Pendant, the Signature Necklace and the Signature Power Evening Bag.

Modelled on the flagship store, all of the other Swarovski boutiques will be refurbished from 2008 according to the new architectural concept. These new design concepts have resulted from the collaboration between Swarovski and the famous Japanese designer Tokujin Yoshioka.

Inside the Ginza boutique the “Crystal Forest” comes to life. All of the walls are textured with reflective white relief prisms of various lengths. These faceted, multi-layered elements create visual depth and exude an internal rhythm. For this one-of-a-kind boutique, named Swarovski Ginza, the conventions of design are challenged by bringing the “inside to the outside”. An experience to embrace when in Tokyo!

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Swarovski crystal fireplace by Justen Ladda

So, how would you like your fireplace to be – retro styled, contemporary or Swarovski studded? Yes, you read it right. I am talking about the Swarovski crystal studded fireplace designed by Justen Ladda. The one pictured above was custom designed for a fireplace in a late 19th century building. Since fireplaces vary greatly in size and configuration, the firm custom designs them to suit the needs of uber-rich. In the case of this model, the two bay windows form a door that allows easy loading and cleaning of the fire pit. The metal is stainless steel and the curtains are Swarovski crystal. Depending on the complexity of the design, labor and material, pricing for these fireplaces starts at around $20 000. Pictured above cost $24 000.

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