Monthly Archives: February 2008

Ralph Lauren Polo Player cufflinks

A shirt without stylish cuff links is like food with out spice. Such is the bearing of a chic pair of cuff links upon formal attire.

These are no ordinary cufflinks; they are own very own Ralph Lauren classic cufflinks accented by our signature pony. Exquisitely crafted from lacquer and sterling silver these cufflinks are polished to a high shine. A signature navy leather box reveals an elegant pair of cufflinks on a plush velvet interior.

Ralph Lauren Polo Player cufflinks retails for $225.

Dream Luxury Bathroom Vanity from Cima

Create a luxury bathroom but don’t want to lose the traditional touch ? This dream bathroom vanity from Cima can help make your ‘dream’ come true.

The combination of 24k gold trim and Mediterranean style give your classic bathroom a different touch, whether you choose a white or a black ceramic pottery finish, or a golden tecnoril finish, you won’t be disappointed.

Masterwork Residences At 995 Fifth Avenue

A new collection of 26 extraordinary residences at 995 Fifth Avenue, all masterpieces in its own right, is now up for grabs.

Originally designed by architect Rosario Candela in 1926, the interiors have been reinterpreted by famed architects, Cetra Ruddy and preservationist John Simpson.

The building has long been admired for its grace and is distinguished by its grand scale and superior location.

These residences may be customized with an extraordinary range of finishes including precious stone floorings and bespoke kitchen cabinetry by Smallbone of Divizes.

The lavish amenities include the Private La Palestra Spa & Breakfast Lounge, Concierge Direct home automation, Library/Conference room, wine specialist, bike room, Miele dishwasher, and Lefroy Brooks bathroom fitting selections.

How Much is an Oscar Worth ?

Academy Award

Resale value for Oscars won after 1950 are limited because the Academy makes all winning celebrities sign an agreement that if they want to sell they have to first offer the statue back to them for $1.

Based on the current price of the gold if melted down each Oscar is worth about $500.

If sold on the sly (or for pre-1950 Oscars that can be sold in the open) big-name Oscars will easily clear $60,000+, with many hitting 6 figures. Via Luxist & environmentalgraffiti
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24ct Gold Plated “Bizarre” iPod nano

Goldgenie iPod nano

If you think you don’t get enough attention already by just sporting around with your iPod nano, then Goldgenie has a solution.

They are offering a limited edition 24-carat gold plated iPod nano with 8GB of capacity. It comes with black front face with laser engraved ‘Bizarre’ logo.

But, why the heck they named it Bizarre? It doesn’t look really bad from any angle. Well, what’s there is the name?

Only 500 units of the Bizarre iPod nano have been put into production and each sells for nearly $450.

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The Making Of Video Louis Vuitton SS 2008 Ad Campaign

Louis Vuitton Spring 2008 Ad Campaign

The French luxury brand placed a four minute “discover the making of” video on their site including interviews with Marc Jacobs, Stephanie Seymour and Naomi Campbell.

The gorgeous ads, that were shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott in 2007, feature supermodels Naomi Campbell, Eva Herzigova, Stephanie Seymour, Claudia Schiffer, Angela Lindvall and Natalia Vodianova in colourful Louis Vuitton creations on exciting cars, exemplifying the glossy and glamorous Vuitton woman.

The campaign, conceived in collaboration with Richard Prince, has a night-time feel and combines, according to Marc Jacobs, the concept “ hot chicks and cars”!

The three-wheeled electric car that can go faster than a Porsche

ZAP Alias electric car

A car manufacturer has announced it is on the verge of creating a three-wheeled electric sports car that can travel faster than a Porsche.

The enviromentally friendly ZAP Alias will cost £15,000 and does 0 to 60mph in just 5.7 seconds with a top speed of 156mph.

The futuristic-looking two-seater is being developed with the help of British car company Lotus.
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Gucci Gold Bamboo link bracelet

Gucci Gold Bamboo link braceletGucci aficionados have a new accessory at their disposal. The Gucci Gold Bamboo link bracelet, which looks absolutely stunning in a loop of 6 larger loops connected by 1 smaller loop.

We can call it the welcome of a fresh design that pleases the eye and enhances the look of the attire. Gucci Gold Bamboo link bracelet retails for $4,350
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Authentic japanese samurai armor online

Authentic japanese samurai armorToraba.com has opened up its website, offering a range of authentic Japanese samurai armor. The items are all original period pieces, mostly from private collections.

Currently on offer are full armor sets (Gusoku), helmets (Kabuto), facial armor and full body sets as well as a variety of other armor-related items.

One of the full sets on offer is a 14th century named and dated Tokugawa hon-kei family armor. Toraba.com

Chanel Mobile Art Exhibition Pavilion

Chanel Mobile Art Exhibition Pavilion Hong Kong

The Mobile Art exhibition of Chanel will debut its worldwide tour in Hong Kong this month.

Resulting from a collaboration between Architect Zaha Hadid and Karl Lagerfeld this boundary-breaking project will tour from 2008 to 2010 from Hong Kong to Paris, Tokyo, New York, LA, London and finally Moscow.

Chanel Mobile Art Pavilion Hong Kong

The Chanel Contemporary Art Container – a collapsible, futuristic pavilion – is a celebration of Chanel’s cultural importance and displays the brand’s heritage in a new way.

Chanel commissioned fifteen internationally renowned contemporary artists to create works inspired by the iconic quilted Chanel 2.55 shoulder bag which was originally introduced by Coco Chanel in February 1955.

chanel mobile art pavilion
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The Mammoth Ivory Collector Series Signature Chess Set

Mammoth Ivory Collector Series Signature Chess SetThe Mammoth Ivory Collector Series Signature Chess Set from the House of Staunton is crafted from 40,000-year old Wooly Mammoth Ivory and reproduced on the lines of the original Staunton pattern Chess set, registered by Nathaniel Cook and produced by Jaques of London in 1849.

The full Club-sized Chess set features a 4.4″ King with a 2.0″ diameter base.

While the white army retains the original ivory, the black army is stained black. The aesthetically handcrafted chess set comes packaged with a personalized Certificate of Authenticity and complementary English Leather base pads that can be affixed to the underside of the both armies if so desired.
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Meet the Toyota’s new violin-playing robot

APTOPIX Japan Toyota Robot

If Honda is swollen with pride of their humanoid robot Asimo, it’s Toyota now to flaunt its new humanoid robot. The new personal robot is a part of Toyota’s Global Vision 2020.

The 152-centimeters (5-foot) tall two-legged robot is capable of playing violin. It makes use of its mechanical fingers to push the strings and plays the bow with its other arm.

It touts 17 movable joints that endow it with the capability to conduct domestic duties and assist in nursing.

Toyota violin-playing robot
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Hermes $16,000 Carbon Fiber Briefcase

Hermes Carbon Fiber Briefcase

Hermes is acknowledged as one of the most luxurious and prestigious brands in the world that offers a range of beautiful items from scarves to handbags and gloves to clothing.

The carbon fiber briefcase from the house speaks of style, sleekness and lavishness. It has a carbon fiber outercase, tan leather inner lining and handle, 18K gold plated locks and classic styling.

To make it more personal, the small plate on the briefcase can be engraved with your name initials. The carbon fiber briefcase is the just right thing for the executives to make a style statement.
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Diamond-encrusted $15,000 USB drive by miiSTOR

Diamond USB drive miiSTORAll the bling thing lovers have another blingy thing to eye on. Adding to your list of bling accessories is diamond-encrusted USB flash drive being offered by miiSTOR.

Dubbed ICE, the glittering USB drive is made of Hallmarked platinum and is hand-set with 456 white diamonds.

Beautifully crafted, tactile, and expressive, the ICE USB drive is available on request only and costs a cool $15,000.
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Triceratops skeleton up for Paris auction

Triceratops skeletonA triceratops skeleton is expected to fetch 500,000 euros at an upcoming Christie’s auction in Paris, where giant shark teeth and a sabre-toothed tiger skull are also up for bids.

The skeleton of the three-horned dinosaur, from a private European collection, is the highlight of the April 16 auction. It will mark the first time that such a dinosaur specimen goes up for public sale since a T-Rex called “Sue” was sold in New York in October 1997.

The four-legged triceratops, which dates back between 65 and 67 million years, measures 7.5 metres in length and bears a large bony frill and three horns.
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SpaceShipTwo to touch new horizon in space tourism

SpaceShipTwo

Who says the word ‘dream’ only belongs to the dictionary of fools?

Sir Richard Branson visualized a far-fetched dream of space tourism years back, which now with dynamic support of designer Burt Rutan and financier Paul Allen is on the verge of become a reality.

A space-marvel, SpaceShipTwo, will not only open new dimensions for tourism industry but also set new standards for space research and aeronautical engineering.
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