Chinese actress Shu Qi has been appointed the face of Emporio Armani in Greater China, Singapore and Malaysia for Fall/Winter 2010.
The first advertising campaign – shot in New York City by Mario Sorrenti – will be rolled out starting September 2010 in fashion and lifestyle magazines.
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It’s almost here… BLEU DE CHANEL, the new Fragrance for Men, and the most buzzed-about artistic collaboration between Chaneland Martin Scorsese.
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British watch brand Bremont created a bespoke mechanical clock for the Jaguar XJ75 Platinum Concept Car, which was unveiled at Pebble Beach Concept Car Lawn, California, on August 14.
This is the first time Bremont has created a car clock, which has been designed to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the British Jaguar car brand.
Bremont was founded by brothers Nick and Giles English and the brand’s watches retail from £2,300 to £6,450.
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Forbes keeps on releasing top paid personalities. This time around it issued the top ten highest paid authors for the year.
On the top of the list is James Patterson, the thriller novel writer is runaway winner earning 70 million dollars. Nine out of his many works have already been adapted either in television or film.
The prolific thriller writer’s latest deal, signed last fall, involves penning a carpal tunnel-risking 17 books by the end of 2012 for an estimated $100 million.
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Japanese electronics giant Toshiba plans to market the world’s first 3D TV that does not need special glasses later this year, a report said on Tuesday.
Toshiba will unveil three models of the television, which will cost several thousand dollars, before Christmas, the Yomiuri Shimbun said.
The company has developed a new system that emits a number of rays of light with various angles from the screen so that viewers can see stereoscopic images without glasses, the daily said.
“People can enjoy images in three dimensions from various positions and suffer less stress,” it said.
Japan’s major electronics makers launched 3D television this year, but sales have not been as strong as expected while many customers have complained of being irritated by the glasses.
Singapore Airlines is to offer private jet transfer in Europe to passengers flying from Australia, the airline confirmed last week.
A partnership with Lufthansa’s Private Jet services will mean that passengers flying to one of Singapore Airline’s 14 European destinations will be able to continue their journey on a private jet to one of over 1,000 airports in Europe.
The model is almost exactly the same as PrivateConnect, the British Airways tie-up with CitationAir announced earlier this year which provides private jet connections in North America for passengers arriving on BA flights.
The European service, which is provided by Star Alliance partners Singapore Airlines and Lufthansa, uses a fixed price and is based solely on distance (from €6,900), regardless of the number of travelers.
A dedicated “Private Jet Manager” is on hand to arrange catering, baggage transfer, limousine services and customs clearance for passengers using the top-end service.
The service is likely to be popular with Singapore Airlines’ first class passengers, who enjoy suites aboard the A380 services to London, Paris and Zurich — albeit at a price tag which starts at around €12,000 return.
Queen of Pop Madonna has been offered the opportunity to stage a gig residency in Las Vegas, according to reports.
The singer has apparently been approached about a five-year run of shows, which could earn her more than $1 billion, reports the Sun.
The mega deal would make her the world’s third female billionaire entertainer, alongside chat show queen Oprah Winfrey and Harry Potter author JK Rowling.
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Getting a flight quote from Blue Star Jets is now easier and more accessible than ever after the company has launched a new mobile app for Palm, Blackberry, Android and iPhone smartphone users.
Blue Start Jets has created a network of charter companies that gives it access to over 4,000 aircraft worldwide, ranging from helicopters to Boeing business jets.
Blue Star does not manage or operate aircraft on behalf of their clients; however, the company assists clientele in finding the best operators for any aircraft.
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Absolut Vodka presents the “Absolut Sophie†mirror – a limited edition collectible designed by Singapore-based illustrator Sokkuan.
Sokkuan was the winner of “In an Absolut World, Every Drink is an Exceptional Experience†installation during Singapore Design Festival 2009.
The dark beauty is executed as a multifaceted mirror boxed in a matching package.
Sokkuan was inspired by the Bloody Mary legend of chanting into a mirror to summon her dark spirit; creating an alter ego Sophie Black.
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Mercedes-Benz has officially released photos and details on the upcoming 2012 CLS-Class which will make its debut at the Paris motor show in October.
The flared wheel arches along with the broad shoulder lines and a flattened nose give the CLS a far more muscular look than its sleeker predecessor.
New technology on the CLS-Class includes the LED headlamps, which feature a total of 71 individual lights.
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Luxury cruise brand Cunard has unveiled some of the retail products that will be available on its new Queen Elizabeth liner, due to set sail in October.
On August 19, the firm unveiled a partnership with high-end English brand Fortnum & Mason, which will sell teas, preserves, biscuits and gifts.
Although the iconic Piccadilly-based shop is on the schedule of most London-bound tourists, this will be the first time Fortnum & Mason’s products have ever been available to purchase at sea.
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The beautiful Penelope Cruz is the new face of Lancome’s Fall/Winter 2010/2011 Campaign. The campaign was shot in Paris by Mario Testino.
The actress posed on a balcony at the famous Hotel Crillon, with a classic updo and elegant, one-shouldered black dress.
Tresor was launched in 1990 and has been fronted by some of Hollywood’s most fabulous faces, including Isabella Rossellini and Kate Winslet.
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The latest Louis Vuitton campaign was shot in Africa and stars young model Dree Hemingway (Ernest’s great-granddaughter).
From tents, lion cubs, sunsets and campfires… Louis Vuitton’s catalogue for its 2010 Travel collection is quite simply superb!
This catalog was shot by Carter Smith, directed by William Snieg, styled by Antje Winter, and produced by Brachfeld.
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Gucci have hired Frank Miller (Sin City, 300, The Spirit) to helm a new television commercial to promote Gucci Guilty — apparently the new fragrance for her.
The Frank Miller spot stars Chris Evans of the Fantastic Four films and Evan Rachel Wood from HBO’s True Blood with music provided by Friendly Fires.
This is just a tease but the Frank Miller aesthetic, seen onscreen in “Sin City” and “Spirit,” is on full display here.
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W Hotels officially opened the W New York Downtown August 18, a towering structure just steps away from the planned Freedom Tower on Ground Zero.
The 58 floor tower features 217 guest rooms in the new hotel and more in private condos, both offering views of the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Hudson River and Battery Park.
Starwood says that the interior has been designed around the creative notion of a “ripple effect”, featuring a light installation by UK artist Bruce Munro which features 1,260 hanging lights capable of changing color to create glowing waves of energy.
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The fastest production car recently made its North American debut at the 60th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and Bugatti in a new blue midnight color.
Though the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport is capable of reaching 431.072 km/h (267.856 mph), its speed has been electronically limited to 415 km/h (258 mph).
Bugatti says the consumer vehicle will have identical specs, but the limitation was necessary to protect the car’s tires.
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Swiss luxury watchmaker Frederique Constant has collaborated with classic cigar brand Cohiba on a new limited edition watch and humidor set.
The luxury watches feature an elegant case inspired by Toro shaped cigars, an ivory colored dial, tobacco brown Roman numerals and a hand-sewn tobacco brown calfskin strap.
The watches will be available in a limited run of 188 numbered pieces in stainless steel for $1,650 and 188 pieces in rose gold plate for $1,750.
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Executive jets, the lofty domain of the world’s corporate elite, are being snapped up in Latin America’s booming market.
Nowhere is this more apparent than in Brazil, the regional powerhouse that boasts both a wealthy clientele for the winged status symbols, and a homegrown manufacturer, Embraer.
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Luxury hotel chain Raffles – one of the Singapore’s top hotel and resort chain – has opened its seventh property in the Muslim holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
The 213-room hotel is Raffles’ second property in the Middle East, following the opening of its Dubai property in 2007.
Looking over the Grand Mosque and the Kaaba, the Raffles Makkah Palace offers round-the-clock butler service for guests, along with a “coffee sommelier,” a four-storey mall in the basement, and four restaurants.
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A rare 1970s Porsche racecar just fetched $4 million at Bonhams’ sale in Monterey, setting a new world record for the most expensive Porsche ever sold at auction.
This stunning and historic open-top version of the legendary racer appeared and was immortalized in Steve McQueen’s movie, Le Mans.
The 1970 Porsche 917 Interserie Spyder goes from 0-60 mph in 2.3 seconds and a top speed of over 240mph.
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JetBlue is bringing back its popular All-You-Can-Jet pass, which allows anyone to travel to an unlimited number of cities over a one-month period.
The “All You Can Jet” pass is being offered for travel between Sept. 7 and Oct. 6.
There are two price tiers: an unlimited pass for $699 or a $499 pass that excludes travel on Fridays and Sundays.
The passes are being issued during a traditionally sluggish travel period wedged between the summer vacation and winter holiday seasons.
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