At SIHH 2009, Cartier will present an exceptional haute horlogerie complication within the iconic form of its Tank Americaine watch.
The Cartier Tank Americaine Tourbillon Volant watch is animated by the hand-wound Calibre 9452 MC, Cartier’s first in-house tourbillon caliber.
The movement comprises 19 jewels and 142 spinning, moving and rotating parts beeping at 21,600 bph and providing a 50 hours power reserve.
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Victoria Beckham models for the Emporio Armani Underwear Spring/summer 2009 campaign, which was again shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott. (Her husband David shot the men’s version of the Emporio Armani underwear line.)
The 34-year-old former Spice Girl has said, “It’s an honor to have been selected by Mr. Armani to represent the Emporio Armani Underwear brand and to execute his vision with the incredibly talented team of Mert & Marcus.â€
Posh is locked into a three-year deal, for which, according to the Daily Mail, she was paid $24 million. Billboards, magazines, blogs — Posh’s six-pack is about to be all over them until 2012.
This is not the first iDock we’re featuring but this particular iPod dock can also be used as a table lamp.
The iPod Dock light comes in a simple reverse C design that allows you to dock your ipod and be bathed in a soothing light at the same time. The iDock also incorporates a speaker so no need for external peripherals.
The design is very simple in sleek, sexy, and white ideal for those who dig minimalist designs. Designer Sang-Hoon Lee has designed this multifunctional unit. Photo: YankoDesign
Introducing the HOPE Ring. Made with 18kt Gold and Diamonds.
This wonderful sentiment ring spells the word “hope” with “Hâ€eart, “Oâ€val, “Pâ€ear, and “Eâ€merald Shaped Diamonds.
Exclusively from Julius Cohen New York. Price $5,400.
In a fast paced world of ever changing trends and concepts, the ‘J collection’ by award winning designer Adi Fainer is an innovative and bold move to bring 5000 years of traditions and cultural themes into the 21st century home.
Inspired by historical artifacts commonly known as Judaica items originally designed for spiritual celebration, The ‘J collection’ takes a conceptual leap forward in combining the traditional with the innovative, giving new interpretations to conventional forms.
Each item of the collection is only released in exclusive limited editions. Each piece is produced in a meticulous process and is numbered and signed.
As many passengers pledge New Year resolutions to remain fit and healthy, Qatar Airways is taking steps to help them meet their goals with the introduction of a new onboard yoga guide and tips on how to stay relaxed and rejuvenated in flight.
Especially customised for long-haul fliers, the new four-page “Fly Healthy, Fly Fit†guide has been prepared by Qatar Airways in association with “The Chopra Center for Wellbeingâ€.
Deepak Chopra’s holistic approach fuses modern medical knowledge with the ancient science of Ayurveda and the art of yoga.
It provides passengers with easy exercise routines, enabling them to feel more balanced and relaxed during long flights.
Riva, the Italian world’s leading company of luxury motoryachts will bring its splendid and glamorous yachts to the Miami Boat Show (February 12th to February 16th 2009).
Riva will be showing six models at this year’s show and will be introducing the new 68’ Ego Super to the USA, on display at Ferretti Group booth.
Presenting herself as the ultimate blend of design, comfort, performance and reliability, 68’ Ego Super is the luxurious evolution of the Riva world.
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Karl Lagerfeld has been fraternising with the enemy and proves that he is just as good as a photographer as he is a designer with this new Dior Homme by Kris Van Assche Spring Summer 2009 ad campaign that he lensed.
The campaign features Brazilian model Marlon Teixeira.
Lagerfeld is an outspoken fan of the label – he credits losing 42kg in weight to his desire to wear it. “I suddenly wanted to dress differently, to wear clothes designed by Hedi Slimane,” he said at the time in 2007.
For those who settle for nothing but the best, this diamond cup and saucer by Berlin-based porcelain manufacturers KPM will appeal to you.
The cup and saucer set has a base of fine porcelain that’s accented with 24 karat gold, blue cobalt, and diamonds.
The price of this stunning limited edition coffee cup with Grecian style handle is €30,000 ($41,000).
La Fraicheur, an Amsterdam-based company, invented and sells these most expensive wine coolers.
Perfect for special occasions or just anytime you feel like sipping your favorite wine, these chillers allow you to load in the ice cubes and keep your wine at the perfect temperature for up to 1.5 hours.
Available in three different editions, the gold, and diamond encrusted Amsterdam Diamond Edition however steals the show.
The product is available in different finishes in limited editions for a price ranging from €10.000 to €100.000 – Bornrich
The mayor of Paris is blocking the Emir of Qatar’s plans for a multimillion-dollar renovation of the Hotel Lambert, an historic 17th century mansion in the Quai d’Anjou on the city’s ÃŽle Saint-Louis.
Bertrand Delanoe says that the alterations to the 17th century mansion on the exclusive Saint Louis island in the heart of Paris including an underground carpark, the addition of elevators and new rooms, will spoil the important heritage of the building.
He wants the owner to re-consider and look at more friendly way to renovate the three-storey Hotel which was built in 1639 by Louis Le Vau and is part of a Unesco World Heritage site.
This refined, limited-edition Macassar ebony poker box, lined in orange velvet calfskin, contains chips crafted of yellow European boxwood, walnut, brown palissandre, and black and Macassar ebony.
Available at vivre.com for $5,210
LE BOOK – the international reference for the creative industry – announces the release of its New York 2009 edition, art by fashion “punk glamor god and design icon Stephen Sprouse (1953-2004).
In what seems to be the “Year of Sprouseâ€, the publication celebrates his life with a three-volume reference featuring rare snapshots and sketches while showcasing the designer’s work including album covers, sets and multi-media installations while dressing the likes of Madonna, Courtney Love, and Mick Jagger.
Stephen Sprouse personified the downtown club scene in NYC in the 80’s as well as clothing another fashion icon, Vogue’s Polly Mellon. Sprouse was close friends with his muse Debbie Harry and Andy Warhol.
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A painting by Claude Monet, which is said to have started the new trend of ‘Impressionism’ with its colour-filled canvas, built with darting brushstrokes, is to go under the hammer next month.
The painting, Dans La Prairie, painted in 1876 and first shown at an exhibition in Paris in 1877, features the artist’s wife Camille almost submerged in a flower-strewn field in Argenteuil, to the north of Paris.
Monet’s skill in capturing the scene even bedazzled his contemporary, Paul Cezanne.
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Manchester City are reported to have made a sensational 100 million euro bid for AC Milan’s Brazilian star Kaka.
Reports claim that a delegation from Eastlands travelled to Italy on Tuesday to hold talks with their Milan counterparts.
City are believed to have tabled a 100million euro offer and would be willing to pay Kaka 15million euros per season but the Brazilian superstar has insisted he wants to “grow old†at AC Milan.
Nestled on the shores of majestic Lake Louise in the heart of the pristine Canadian Rockies, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise combines luxurious resort living with the spirit of adventure.
Since 1890 this “diamond in the wilderness†has been an adventure destination in a spectacular scenic region of rugged peaks, majestic glaciers and world-renowned skiing.
Once the home of the Stoney Indians, trail riders and Swiss guides, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has become a destination of choice for explorers, royalty and movie stars.
What does the world’s most expensive sushi taste like? Smooth, succulent and a little on the light side according to Yumiko Ono.
The Tokyo restaurant world was shocked last week when a 128 kilogram Japanese bluefin tuna fetched 9.63 million yen ($104,800) – the highest price paid for a bluefin tuna in eight years.
Two restaurants with distinctly different styles bid jointly at Tokyo’s first fish auction of the year, splitting both the cost and the fish.
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Tennis, anyone? Tiffany & Co. is offering this must have Tennis ball can.
The high polish container is made of sterling silver, holds four tennis balls to keep them at “their optimum playing temperature whilst on the court,” and sells for the bargain rate of only $1,500.
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Thailand is a shopper’s paradise, world famous for it’s incredible range of fun and wonderful treasures. It is no wonder that many tourists come to Thailand specifically as a shopping excursion.
Located at the prominent Rachaprasong intersection, Gaysorn is Thailand’s most exclusive shopping center, specializing in luxury designer brands, with flagship stores of Prada, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton, as well as a selection of Thailand’s most innovative designers such as Fly Now, ‘Senada Theory and Kloset Red Carpet.
Across the street from Gaysorn, CentralWorld is the largest lifestyle-shopping complex in Southeast Asia, with an unrivalled mix of products and services at prices that put the fun back into shopping for Thai consumers and tourists.
According to Forbes, wealthy consumers will spend, but differently than before. Exclusivity will be embraced as will quality and dependability.
What’s more, luxury brands will begin offering discounts and incentives-something many have never done before.
“The days of shopping ’til you drop are over,” says David Lamb, chief strategic officer at diamond giant De Beers, which, with London-based market research firm Ledbury Research, recently examined the changing demands of the high-net-worth customer.
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Australia is offering internationally what it calls “the best job in the world” – earning a top salary for lazing around a beautiful tropical island for six months.
The job pays 150,000 Australian dollars (105,000 US dollars) and includes free airfares from the winner’s home country to Hamilton Island on the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland’s state government announced on Tuesday.
In return, the “island caretaker” will be expected to stroll the white sands, snorkel the reef, take care of “a few minor tasks” and report to a global audience via weekly blogs, photo diaries and video updates.
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