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The future needs heritage: Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2013
The stage to look into the future The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este on Italy’s Lake Como, regarded by many as the most significant event in the classic car calendar, will celebrate this year…
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New Luxury organic rubber jewellery
The success of the Brasilian New Luxury Organic Rubber Jewellery maker is opening the door for many new luxury products which could be made from organic rubber and allow creative designers and Brazil…
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Breitling Emergency II – the world’s first wristwatch with a dual frequency locator beacon
2luxury2 at Baselworld 2013 A survival instrument for all distress situations & a chronometer-certified multifunction chronograph. In 1995, Breitling struck a decisive blow in launching the first wristwatch with a built-in emergency microtransmitter….
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The Watch Capsule: Hublot masterpieces at Baselworld 2013
2luxury2 at Baselworld 2013. Swiss luxury watch manufacturer Hublot presented at this year’s Baselworld 2013, the biggest watch & jewelry show of the planet, a stand focused on the “exceptional”. Hublot invited…
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Sicis breathes new life into micromosaic jewelry and timepieces
Baselworld 2013: SICIS’ micro-mosaic techniques in jewelry and watches collections, handcrafted in a limited edition. The craftsmanship of micromosaic is an ancient art. Micromosaic jewelry reached the heights of its glory in the…
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Ten most expensive hotels in NYC
New York City’s Most Expensive Luxury Hotel Is the St. Regis The St. Regis Hotel, Mandarin Oriental and Four Seasons are the most expensive hotels in New York City, according to a…
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Baselworld 2013: new ways to wear time like a second skin
Grandiose new timepieces at 2013 Baselworld; New blooming watch jewels from Patek Philippe, Rolex, Ulysee Nardin, Breitling, Tag Heuer, Artya, MB&F, Chopard … One of the most important events in the watch industry, 2013 BASELWORLD…
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Hermes at Baselwolrd 2013: A wooden vessel bedecked in greenery designed by Toyo Ito, 2013 Pritzker Prize winner
Pavillon La Montre Hermes at Baselwolrd 2013 For Hermes‘s stand at Baselworld 2013, the biggest watch & jewelry fair of planet, the famous architect Toyo Ito, the 2013 Pritzker Architecture Prize winner, designed…
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Baselworld 2013 – spectacular stand structures & greater radiance
2luxury2′s team at Baselworld 2013. The leading show for the watch and jewellery industry BASELWORLD, opened in Basel on Thursday, April 25, 2013 presenting the innovations and trends of the industry. The fair…
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Meet Evantra – the exclusive “tailor-made” Mazzanti supercar
Italian supercar manufacturer Mazzanti debuted at this year’s Top Marques Monaco its second creation – the stunning Evantra V8, a supercar with tipically italian stylistical identity and a powertrain with ” absolute”…
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Innovations: The 10 technologies most likely to change the world
Smart watches, Prenatal DNA Sequencing, UIltra-Efficient Solar Power, Memory Implants, and Deep Learning are among 10 Breakthrough Technologies 2013 issued by MIT Technology Review magazine, the most respected technology magazine. Breakthrough technology is defined…
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Ellip6 ultra-precis simulator – full immersion with breathtaking sensations
Experience the driving a F1 or a rally car, or the piloting of a helicopter as if it were real. A really full immersion into a car racing with a minimal difference between…
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Esxence 2013: interview with Nikolas Gleber, Essence of new Gentlemen by Friendly Fur
Nikolas Gleber-Friendly Fur: ”The “New luxury” is living true values, being yourself” At this year’s Esxence Milano, 2LUXURY2 had the pleasure to meet Nikolas Gleber – creator of Friendly Fur, conceptionist at ENGEE, an…
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Top Marques Monaco 2013 – the supercars that caught our attention
Some of our highlights at Top Marques Monaco 2013. Imagine taking a Supercar round a closed circuit in Monaco. It was possible in Monaco. The French Riviera hosts these days the year’s glitziest…
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Most valuable luxury beauty brands
Top 50 Cosmetics Brands: Find out what the best cosmetics brands are Despite the ongoing economic difficulties in many parts of the world, the beauty industry continues to defy the downturn. NPD, R&D and…
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Esxence 2013. Join the club. Interview with Sergio Momo – Xerjoff luxury perfume house
The 5th Esxence 2013 was a great opportunity to meet the Italian Luxury Perfume house Xerjoff helmed by Sergio Momo, its founder and creative director. We had the pleasure of taking with Sergio,…
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Golf hovercraft – a magic carpet floating around a golf course
Golfer Bubba Watson creates hovercraft for golf courses Usually golfers have the choice to walk or ride in a cart, but thanks to an Indiana company, they could soon have the option to…
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The most interesting and less touristic islands in Europe
Best secret islands across Europe: most “interesting,” little-known European islands For those seeking destinations with little foot traffic, Europe has nearly a dozen secret but amazing islands. Online reservation site Skyscanner compiled a…
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Creativity is GREAT: perfumer Roja Dove – the new ambassador for the GREAT Britain campaign
Last year, the New York Subway, Paris Metro, and 100 taxis across Delhi were draped with the Union flag and a series of GREAT images adverts as part of the Britain’s biggest ever…
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La Collina Toscana – Tuscany Reserve – the global ambassador of the “Tuscanian life-style”
Tuscany Reserve: A journey through the landscapes of perfume We come to the worldwide dreamt of and loved Tuscany in search of fine art, simple yet wonderful typical cuisine, oil routes,wine trails, the…
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The most sought-after luxury brands in Brazil
The most-searched luxury brands in Brazil What are the most sought-after luxury brands in Brazil? 20+ million consumer online searches originating from Brazil shaped the key trends of the Brazilian luxury market identified…
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LVMH’s Les Journees Particulieres, second edition, 2013
Doors Open Days at LVMH: the giant of luxury opens its doors for the 2nd edition of “Les Journees Particulieres” Luxury industry leader LVMH Group is once again celebrating the craftsmanship and heritage of…
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The spirit of Rolex – A crown for every achievement.By Bob’s Watches.com
History is written by the victors. In the realm of high-end horology,the spirit of Rolex questionless passed the test of time. The Swiss luxury manufacturer withstood all the hardships of telling time in…
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Luxury is comfort. An interview with Cynthia Pace – Personal Fashion Stylist
She is an accomplished personal fashion stylist, lifestyle model, image consultant, and etiquette authority. Respected for her ability to find the classy/sexy balance; “always appropriate” is her motto. From hair and make-up, to…
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Robert Doisneau – toujours l’amour for Ville Lumière
“I hate collectors, the ones who take something just for themselves.” – Robert Doisneau After being presented at the Hotel de la Ville in Paris and then in Japan, at the Mitsukoshi…
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Ever Monaco 2013 ecological car show – a real showcase for sustainable mobility
The Principality of Monaco is known for an ambitious goal of carbon neutrality in 2050, aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 30 % in 2020, and by 80% in 2050….
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Luxury is imagination. An interview with John Lambert – owner GravityLabs Productions and Post
John Lambert started his film career at the age of 16 making short films and composing electronic music scores in high school. John juggled his film making, music, motorcycle racing and College until…
Tazio Nuvolari – Vanderbilt Cup collection by Eberhard & Co.
2luxury2 at Baselworld 2013 Swiss luxury watch company Eberhard & Co’s «talking piece » of the 2013 Baselworld show was the Tazio Nuvolari Vanderbilt Cup “Naked” self- winding chronograph, the house’s most beloved timepieces…
Sovereign 105m with “the James Bond Factor”
The worlds greatest super sport yacht, Sovereign 105m by NEDSHIPGROUP A new flagship on the super yachts More cabins, more pleasure space, plus “the James Bond Factor.” Powered by either 2 x 8,000…
Anja Rubik & Giuseppe Zanotti joint collection
Top model Anja Rubik and Italian shoe guru Giuseppe Zanotti have collaborated on a new highly anticipated joint collection designed with an erotic spirit and chic punk twist. With corseted lacing and piercing…
350 years of computer history under the hammer
“Apple 1 Computer” at Auction “Apple 1 Computer”, historic telephones, antique typewriters, telegraphy and all manner of technology are sold to auction by Auction Team Breker of Cologne, Germany which made international news…
Chopard Happy Sport watch 20th anniversary
2luxury2 at Baselworld 2013: Happy Sport Medium Automatic It was in 1993 that Caroline Scheufele, the Artistic Director and Co-President of Chopard, the Swiss-based luxury watches and jewellery manufacturer, created one of the Chopard…
Frames of Life 2013: timeless portraits relate contemporary personalities
In every frame of our lives, there are so many stories meeting, crossing and interweaving. The city is a river where destinies and lifes intersect. Armani’s Frames of life story returned in a…
4 km of supercars on the Lamborghini Grande Giro
Lamborghini celebrates its 50th anniversary with the largest gathering ever of cars from the “House of the Raging Bull” – a convoy of some 4 km long and 190,000 hp on the road….
Donald Trump and Damac to build the biggest Golf Club House in Dubai
Trump International Golf Club to be developed in Dubai. Donald Trump and Trump Organization, that have already 14 award winning courses across the world, is expanding to Middle East. 18-hole PGA Championship…
Jetman, the world’s first jetpowered man, at EAA Airventure 2013
Bird or plane? The world’s first jetpowered man at aviation’s biggest gathering in the world. Yves “Jetman” Rossy, the world’s first jetpowered man, will make his first public U.S. flights this summer at…
Spanish El Celler De Can Roca named “The world’s best restaurant of 2013″
The charcoal-grilled king prawn with king-prawn sand, ink rocks, fried legs, head juice and king prawn essence brought to El Celler De Can Roca in Gerona, Spain, the title of “The world’s best…
Baselworld 2013: new ways to wear time like a second skin
Grandiose new timepieces at 2013 Baselworld; New blooming watch jewels from Patek Philippe, Rolex, Ulysee Nardin, Breitling, Tag Heuer, Artya, MB&F, Chopard … One of the most important events in the watch industry, 2013 BASELWORLD…
Baselworld 2013: ‘Precision is my Inspiration’ – Raymond Weil
‘Precision is my Inspiration’ New Brand Film by RAYMOND WEIL Genève At this year’s Baselworld watch & jewelry fair, the inescapable watchmaking event held in Basel (Switzerland), Swiss luxury watch manufacturer RAYMOND WEIL unveiled…
Ellip6 ultra-precis simulator – full immersion with breathtaking sensations
Experience the driving a F1 or a rally car, or the piloting of a helicopter as if it were real. A really full immersion into a car racing with a minimal difference between…
Moroso wins the Milano Design Award 2013
Moroso is the winner of the Milan Design Award, the first and only award devoted to the most prestigious set-ups presented by international brands of the design industry, during the Milan Design…
“JFK Remembered” opened at the Newseum
To mark the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the 250,000-square-foot Newseum (Washington, D.C.) features two new exhibits and an original documentary film chronicling the presidency, family life and…
Not a pilot? Not a problem.Video interview with Cirrus founders
Not a pilot? Not a problem. Cirrus Aircraft, one of the recognized leader in general aviation, wants to remove the barriers of ‘What if I am not a pilot’ or ‘My schedule is…
Luxefoil’s new Nanoscale Metals to be unveiled at Baselworld 2013
Baselworld 2013 (April 25 – May 2, 2013), the world’s largest watch and jewelry show, is a global stage for most interesting and launches in haute horologie, jewelry and accessory industry. One of…
LVMH’s Les Journees Particulieres, second edition, 2013
Doors Open Days at LVMH: the giant of luxury opens its doors for the 2nd edition of “Les Journees Particulieres” Luxury industry leader LVMH Group is once again celebrating the craftsmanship and heritage of…
Telling the human story of Pompeii and Herculaneum
Bringing the Romans to life in the heart of London; An unmissable exhibition and an unparalleled glimpse into the daily life of the Roman Empire Two ordinary cities, one extraordinary event. London’s British…
Groundbreaking Solar Impulse plane on the “Across America 2013″ mission
“Our airplane is not designed to carry passengers, but to carry a message.” Bertrand Piccard Great news from the experimental Solar Impulse plane, which we follow with interest, impatience and curiosity. The solar-powered…
Meat Loaf’s farewell tour: ‘This time, they’re not going to rope me back in’
Life on the road has taken its toll on Meat Loaf, who’s now on his second new knee. But will this coming tour really be his last? He talks about high Cs, being signed for $6 and outwellying Wagner
Down to Kenzo’s electric avenue
KENZO Resort 2013 Electric Jungle. True to Kenzo’s exotic iconography, KENZO’s latest Women’s Resort video incarnation invites the fashion world to jump directly into an urban jungle safari. The video follows the…
Where to buy a 1975 Learjet 35
1975 Learjet 35 To Be Auctioned Off At Upcoming Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction A 1975 Learjet 35, a one-of-a-kind classic aircraft, offered for auction is certainly a sight to see. The 11th…
Ever Monaco 2013 ecological car show – a real showcase for sustainable mobility
The Principality of Monaco is known for an ambitious goal of carbon neutrality in 2050, aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 30 % in 2020, and by 80% in 2050….
Wow factor: Revolver 42 sea GT- a new breed of boats?
Revolver 42 – an absolute anomaly on the docks. From Rome to Porto Cervo only an helicopter may be faster but you won’t have the same fun and then… it won’t take you…
Bond star Daniel Craig delivers the 2013 Range Rover Sport
‘The Delivery’: Daniel Craig tasked with delivering a top secret package Land Rover celebrated the global debut of the all-new Range Rover Sport at an exclusive star-studded VIP reception at Skylight at Moynihan…
McLaren 12C Spider versus snowboarder in the highest mountain pass in the world
McLaren 12C Spider challenges a snowboarder Pikes Peak record holder Rhys Millen and Winter X-Games snowboarder Chanelle Sladics “race” through the Rocky Mountains At 11,990 feet (3,655 m) above sea level, Loveland…
Big Bang Depeche Mode
Depeche Mode and Hublot to benefit Charity: Water! Limited Edition Big Bang Depeche Mode timepiece Depeche Mode and Swiss luxury watch manufacturer Hublot Genève have a history of joining forces to support charities….
Life of Pi is helping to save the tigers
Join LIFE OF PI to help WWF double the number of tigers in the wild by 2022. The largest of all the Asian big cats, the wild tigers face a number of threats,…
Swinging London: Dior takes over Harrods
The House of Dior arrived with a splash at Harrods From March 14th – April 16th Londong luxury department store Harrods is celebrating the luxury House of Dior with a pop-up store, a unique…
To make a piece of furniture means to create an art de vivre: Roche Bobois
2013 spring and summer at Roche Bobois Like haute couture fashion houses, French furniture house Roche Bobois launches two full collections every year. The Spring-Summer 2013 collection brings together the natural with the…
2013 edition of Esxence – the Art Perfumery’s event
The Scent of Esxence 2013 – 5 years of Excellence Esxence – The Scent of Excellence, the exclusive trade fair devoted to Artistic Perfumery, celebrates this spring 5 years of perfumed success. The…
Marina Abramovic leading Art for Change
It is very impressive how artists can bring a change to our society. Live performance are giving the strongest emotional feelings to people as the artist is closer and instead of adding their…
World’s largest message-in-a-bottle constructed by the owner of Koeningsegg supercars
Bård Eker, the owner of Koenigsegg supercars, has been in charge of creating the world’s largest message-in-a-bottle. The 2.5 tons and 26 feet long “boat-bottle” will be released to the ocean currents outside of…
Oceanwings: the underwater human flight experience
A neoprene wing suit called “Oceanwings” created by designer Guillaume Binard will bring to life the underwater human flight experience. Underwater Humans “The wingsuit is one of the most popular icones of our…
Timelessness of Chanel No.5 revealed at the Palais de Tokyo
N°5 Culture Chanel Exhibit Comes to Paris A new Chanel exhibition held at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris will shed light on the unique and timeless N°5 perfume and its creators. The…
The Macallan the flask by oakley. The ultimate flask for whisky aficionados
The Macallan the flask by Oakley. The world’s most outrageous flask? ‘The Flask’ is the ultimate vessel for whisky aficionados concieved by luxury single malt The Macallan in partnership with sport and lifestyle brand Oakley….
Smooth and perfect like marble: Scarlett Johansson for Dolce&Gabbana
The classic beauty of Scarlett Johansson shot by Mert&Marcus for the Dolce&Gabbana Perfect Matte Liquid Foundation ad campaign. The solution for a smooth and perfect complexion like marble is, according to Dolce&Gabbana, a new…
Abarth Fuoriserie program allows to completely customize the car
Abarth ‘fuoriserie’ at the 2013 Geneva International Motor Show At the 2013 Geneva International Motor Show (which runs March 7 to 17), Abarth introduces the new Heritage collection and Abarth ‘fuoriserie’, a programme…
Holiday joie de vivre: Karl Lagerfeld’s Peplum People
FENDI ‘Peplum People’ by Karl Lagerfeld Karl Lagerfeld, Fendi’s and Chanel’s Creative Director, stepped behind the camera to unveil an exclusive film featuring Fendi’s Spring-Summer 2013 collection. The two and a half minute…
Gucci 1953 Horsebit Loafer: 60 years of all the right moves
“It isn’t a buckle or a clasp. It’s the Horsebit. Light and pliable as it is fashionable and luxurious”, says Gucci about its creation celebrating six decades. From the permanent collection of the…
A new record on the Golden Route set by Giovanni Soldini & Maserati
New York-San Francisco in 47 days, 0 hours, 42 minutes and 29 seconds Giovanni Soldini and a crew of eight sailors of Maserati team established a new record time reference of the Golden…
Jennifer Lawrence – the new muse of the Miss Dior handbag
Jennifer Lawrence for Miss Dior handbag – Spring-Summer 2013 The Best Actress winner at the 2013 Oscars (Silver Linnings Playbook), Jennifer Lawrence, is the new muse of the Miss Dior handbag. The American…
Pawcars. The Animal-centric take on the Oscars
Move Over, Oscars! It’s the PAWSCARS! American Humane Association 2013 PAWSCARS! For the fifth year, American Humane Association, the organization that oversees the safety and humane treatment of animals in film and television,…
British Airways attempts to break Guinness World Record for the “Highest Concert”
British Airways announces charity ‘Gig in the Sky’ Tony Hadley joins British Airways for Comic Relief British Airways will attempt to break a Guinness World Record for the “Highest Concert”, flying up to…
Fine wine drinking culture: Boa decanter inspired by the Year of the Snake
The Boa decanter will do the best for your young wines Over the years, Riedel, the manufacturer of high-quality crystal wine glasses and related glass products, stretched its imagination to design serpentine vessels…
Kate Moss – new Kerastase Couture Styling icon
Kate Moss for Kerastase Couture Styling Kerastase Paris taps supermodel icon Kate Moss as muse. Kerastase, known and coveted for its professional, luxury hair care and customizable salon treatments and expertise tapped Kate…
Minnie Mouse dressed by Lanvin for the 20th anniversary of Disneyland Paris
Minnie Mouse in Lanvin Paris by Alber Elbaz On March 23, Disneyland Paris will host a special fashion parade with celebrity guests for the 20th anniversary of the entertainment resort in Marne-la-Vallée, a…
Mercedes-Benz Fashion plates unveiled
Fashion Plates arrived at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York. Mercedes-Benz is recognizing a group of designers and insiders through its Fashion Plates initiative to benefit amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research. A…
Taunina launches South African sustainable luxury toys in New York
Taunina Luxury Soft Toys Available At Barneys New York South African sustainable luxury brand Taunina is launching its line of decorative stuffed animals at Barneys New York’s flagship store on Madison Avenue. Representing…
The best in animation: 40th Annual Annie Awards
Disney’s ‘Wreck-It Ralph’ Wins Best Animated Feature At 40th Annual Annie Awards Disney’s ‘Wreck-It Ralph‘ won the Best Animated Feature honor at the 40th Annual Annie Awards. This year’s expanded list of categories…
Watch Hunger Stop: Michael Kors in the fight to end “the world’s most solvable problem”
Michael Kors launches exclusive partnership with WFP There are approximately 870 million undernourished people in the world today. That means 1 in every 8 people goes to bed hungry each night. Award-winning designer…
J’aime Chloé: First Maison Chloé on rue Saint-Honoré Paris
Calling all fashionistas: The opening of Chloé’s flagship store on rue Saint-Honoré Chloé fashion house celebrated the opening of the first Maison Chloé on 253 rue Saint-Honoré in Paris. The new space on…
McLaren celebrating the brand’s landmark anniversary
2013: Celebrating 50 years of McLaren 2013 is the year of McLaren’s 50th birthday. McLaren, a name synonymous with excellence on the road, will celebrate its 50th anniversary throughout the year with…
Tom Ford Sartorial work on Justin Timberlake
The 20/20 Experience: Justin Timberlake dressed by Tom Ford Tom Ford and Justin Timberlake collaborated to create the style that will be reflected in Justin’s forthcoming album ‘The 20/20 Experience’ due out this…
Jewelry watches that can play any role: Les Heures Fabuleuses de Cartier
Cartier timepieces transformed into jewelry: wild animals epitomize the art of changing gracefully. Precious watches that turn into brooches, bracelets and necklaces are the dream come true for a passionate about fashion and…
Panerai Pocket Watch Tourbillon GMT Ceramica Limited Edition
The Pocket Watch Tourbillon GMT Ceramica PAM 446 The metamorphosis idea was a favorite one at this year Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH 2013) in Geneva. Officine Panerai (founded in 1860…
Great Gatsby costumes by Miuccia Prada
Prada’s Gatsby Costumes Prada’s creative director Miuccia Prada offered a glimpse at the 40 outfits created by Prada & Miu Miu for Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby, the upcoming cinematic adaptation of…
Still travelling. Retracing the Trunk
Louis Vuitton Presents Retracing the Trunk Hundreds of thousands of luxury trunks have been handmade by Louis Vuitton since the 19th century. They all have their own history. The are scattered through…
“Green” certified Yas Waterworld giant park opens in Abu Dhabi
1st hydromagnetic-powered tornado in the world at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi giant park Giant Abu Dhabi water park Yas Waterworld will open on January 24. Yas island, which is already the site of…
Ibiza and the sense of freedom: Just Cavalli spring summer 2013 campaign
Just Cavalli Spring/Summer 2013 advertising campaign Aline Weber, Emily Di Donato, Ginta La Pina, Chris Bunn, Chris Petersen and Thomas Guarracino are the protagonists of the new Just Cavalli Spring-Summer 2013 Advertising Campaign…
We all have wings. Few of us know how to use them: Rise Above by James Gray
Martell XO celebrates visionary achievers: “Rise Above” by James Gray “Rise above” is the House of Martell‘s invitation to celebrate people who find their wings and achieve their dreams. The manufacturer of cognac…
Pairing haute cuisine with whisky: Boulud x Dalmore whisky
Pairing haute cuisine with beverages other than wine has become an emerging trend. Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud created a bespoke single malt Scotch with Dalmore’s master blender Richard Paterson. The bespoke single malt…
Minimalism makes a big return: Louis Vuitton small is beautiful
Back to basics: Louis Vuitton Presents Small Is Beautiful It’s time to downsize and minimize, says Louis Vuitton with the new “Small Is Beautiful” collection of mini bags. Louis Vuitton has revisited…
Novak Djokovic’s new weapon revealed
Serbian professional tennis player Novak Djokovic took the ultimate speed challenge at the world premiere of the new HEAD Graphene Speed Racquet. The top-ranked ATP star showcased the benefits of his new HEAD…
Publishing Innovation Awards: most innovative e-books, enhanced books and book apps of the year
‘Publishing Innovation Awards’ from Digital Book World, that celebrates its 3rd edition this year, rewards the most innovative e-books, enhanced books and book apps in 14 categories assessing quality, but also design and…
Capture Totale: Eva Herzigova laughs in the face of the passing of time
Eva Herzigova as the new Capture Totale icon At the age of 40, Eva Herzigova is the new Capture Totale icon, the new global anti-ageing skincare by Dior. Her unceasing beauty seems to…
Lady Dior web documentary epilogue
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Lancôme puts on a show: Lancôme by Alber Elbaz
Lancôme x Alber Elbaz exceptional collaboration Alber Elbaz is teaming up with Lancôme, the world’s leading luxury beauty brand. The “deeply audacious” Lancôme x Alber Elbaz collection will be unveiled worldwide on June…
Discover the night sky: Caran d’Ache Caelograph
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FIFA Ballon d’Or: Leo Messi – the ‘World’s Best Footballer’ for the 4th consecutive time
Leo Messi won the 4th FIFA Golden Ball The 25 year old Argentina striker Leo Messi won for the 4th consecutive time the FIFA Golden Ball, becoming the only player in history to…
Givenchy Ad Campaign for 2013 Spring Summer
Italian model Mariacarla Boscono, Givenchy’s longtime muse, and her four-month-old daughter, Marialucas, star in the spring / summer 2013 ad campaign for Givenchy. The shoot was styled by former French Vogue editor Carine…
India’s first taste of Roberto Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli opens flagship and Caffè in India Roberto Cavalli, one of Italy’s best-loved designers, has launched first boutique and Caffè in India with plans to open a second store in Mumbai…
Louis Vuitton winter resort store in Gstaad
Louis Vuitton opens Gstaad Resort A 1913 Swiss ski chalet in the Swiss Gstaad Resort, a major ski resort and a popular destination amongst the high-class society, is the new destination for a…
Meant to last: travelling and writing by Goyard
The year 2012 proved eventful for French Luxury trunk maker Goyard, the oldest Parisian trunk maker still in business, especially in terms of new boutique openings. Within a few months, three new…
Five decades of elegance as Lamborghini reaches milestone
Luxury Italian car maker Lamborghini looks set to celebrate 2013 in style – not only is it the company’s 50th anniversary but it will also be releasing an exciting new model to mark…
Special occasion travel: Kuoni’s first ever TV advertising campaign
Kuoni has announced the launch of its new TV ad campaign High-end travel brand Kuoni (established in 1906 in Switzerland by Alfred Kuoni) launched its first ever dedicated television advertising campaign. The honeymoon…
Kate Moss – the face of Stuart Weitzman shoes
Supermodel Kate Moss debuts in a Stuart Weitzman Spring 2013 campaign, photographed by Mario Testino. This is the Moss’s first campaign dedicated solely to American-designed shoe those previous faces include Russian supermodel Natalia…
Young Beckham – the latest Burberry face
Burberry chooses Romeo Beckham as latest face for Burberry Spring/Summer 2013 campaign Burberry has chosen Victoria and David Beckham’s second son Romeo Beckham as a face ot the brand’s line of ready-to-wear and accessories….
Innovation and Application of Knowledge in Tourism: 2012 Ulysses Awards
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For connoisseurs: Goyard Le Rendez Vous
French malletier (trunkmaker) Goyard (founded in 1853), now currently the oldest trunk maker in existence, released a short visual that pays homage to the brand’s hard-sided trunks, and small accessories. Directors Samuel Rixon…
Just in time for the end of the Mayan Calendar: Maya Museum in Cancun
Just in time for the much anticipated end of the Mayan Calendar, one of Cancun’s most anticipated attractions, the Maya Museum, opened its doors after six years of construction and an investment of…
Dior dives into La Piscine cult French film for Eau Sauvage
Dior dives into classic French movie for new fragrance ad Alain Delon is watching Romy Schneider as she takes off her clothes. The fiercely passionate embrace is used by Dior to dive in…
Protect the world’s oceans and give a gift that means something
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The fastest artwork ever – Bugatti Grand Sport Venet
Bugatti Grand Sport Venet 2012 A unique collaboration between Bugatti and famous conceptual French artist, Bernar Venet translated into an artistic interpretation of the Bugatti Grand Sport. Vernet, an avid passionate about…
Roger Federer – the new Moët & Chandon’s brand ambassador
The 17-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer joins Moët & Chandon, as new brand ambassador, as the luxury champagne house, the co-owner of the luxury goods company Moët-Hennessy • Louis Vuitton, ended its…
‘Birkin’ Bentley wins 2012 International Historic Motoring Awards
‘Birkin’ Bentley was named “Car of the Year” at 2012 International Historic Motoring Awards hosted at the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel and presented by five-time Le Mans winner and double World Sports Car…
Bryan Adams for 2013 Hear the World calendar
2012 Hear the World calendar: a unique photo collection for a good cause Hearing loss – a neglected issue Sting, Georgia May Jagger, John Legend, Monica Bellucci and other stars, all have…
Lady Dior Web Documentary: Marion Cotillard designs her own handbag
360° bag’, the latest episode of the Lady Dior web documentary French screen star Marion Cotillard, the face of the Lady Dior bag since 2008, designs her own Lady Dior handbag in the…
Must-see: Valentino: Master of Couture at Somerset House
Somerset House, the spectacular neo-classical building in the heart of London, is hosting “Valentino: Master of Couture at Somerset House” – a new exhibition celebrating the life and work of Valentino through 130…
2013 Pirelli covered-up calendar
In 2012, Pirelli asked the worldwide famous photographer Steve McCurry to create a covered-up calendar that would inspire the next generation. Including 34 color photographs, with 23 portraits of actresses, singers and models,…
BMW Motorrad “Ride of Your Life” tour- the ultimate motorcycling challenge
BMW Motorrad is looking for motorbike riders who are ready to take on the great adventure of a road trip across five continents in the “Ride of Your Life” tour – a once-in-a-lifetime…
Dior shares J’adore secrets with the masses
Dior shares secrets with the masses: J’adore fragrance film Dior reveals production secrets behind J’adore fragrance in short film After the recent Chanel‘s Inside platform launch, Dior perfume maison sheds light on one…
Van Cleef & Arpels Lotus “Between the Finger” ring: 3D ingenious mechanism
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Lotus “Between the Finger” ring, an emblematic piece from 2004, features an ingenious mechanism that can be worn on one or two fingers. The unique mechanism enables the shank…
$26,000 white truffle dinner unveiled at Philadelphia Restaurant
Italian restaurant Le Castagne (located in Rittenhouse Square in Center City Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) celebrated 11 years in business by unveiling an one-of-a-kind $26,000 Truffle Dinner featuring some of the rarest ingredients in the world,…
David Beckham travels with Breitling Transocean Chronograph Unitime
For first-class travelers: Breitling Transocean Chronograph Unitime – A “universal time” with a Manufacture movement Fron Novemner, on David Beckham‘s wrist is the the ultimate traveler’s watch – the Breitling Transocean Chronograph Unitime,…
Skinny Minnie’s Parisian fashion adventure: Disney’s Electric Holiday animated film
‘Electric Holiday’ – Disney creates animated fashion film for Barney’s New York The Walt Disney and luxury specialty retailer Barneys New York launched the 2012 Holiday project Electric Holiday at the Barneys New…
Just a few drops of N°5. Listen to Marilyn Monroe talk about Chanel No. 5
Marilyn and N°5.: What do you wear to bed? “Just a few drops of N°5.” Chanel tells us the story behind this quote, in the words of Marilyn Monroe herself. The new film…
For lovers of photography and the world of Armani: Acqua #2 at the Grand Palais
Paris Photo – The Armani ‘Acqua’ Gallery: Armani presents Acqua #2 at the Grand Palais Water, an essential element in Armani‘s philosophy and a reoccurring element in Giorgio Armani’s work, has also been…
Cultural Christmas: Montblanc’s Augmented Reality art exhibition and pop-up store
Montblanc adds a cultural experience to its Pop-Up Store in Harrods before Christmas. From 11th to 24th November 2012, Montblanc opened a ‘virtual’ exhibition of art and a selection of exclusive items. By…
Burberry Pacific Place flagship store in Hong Kong – brand’s largest store in Asia
Hong Kong’s Pacific Place Mall is home to Burberry’s largest store in Asia Pacific, a 2.000 sqm space inspired by Burberry World Live flagship on Regent Street in London. Despite a reported slow…
Amosu Diamond IPhone 5
Amosu Diamond IPhone 5 The world first 24ct Gold IPhone 5 Luxury design company Amosu Luxury has launched two versions of Amosu Diamond IPhone 5 made of 18ct solid Gold set with…
Transvox – a solution for the language barrier
Lest face it : the world is a big place with so many cultures and languages being spoken. There are over 1.5 billion Chinese speaking people, over 500 million English speakers, over a…
Luxury is what makes the world go round, and France is still top of the game
After Tokyo, New York, Taipei, Hong Kong, Sydney, London and Moscow, the Chanel photo exhibition “The Little Black Jacket” arrived at the Paris’ Grand Palais on November 10th. From November 10 to 25,…
Burberry Body Crystal Baccarat Edition
To celebrate the foundation of Burberry label in 1856, the British luxury fashion house introduces a limited edition of the floral woody musk fragrance “Body” encased in hand-blown Baccarat crystal. Only 156 numbered…
Inside Prada’s virtual Palazzo
Prada collaborates with Richard Haines, a former menswear designer, now fashion illustrator and blogger, and creates “Prada Il Palazzo” – a multi-platform project “combining hand-made artistry and cutting edge technology”. The platform allows…
Amber Valletta for Biotherm’s Blue Therapy
Actress Amber Valletta is the new ambassador for French luxury skin care Biotherm and its Blue Therapy anti-agein serum, developed and manufactured in research laboratories in Monaco, under the direction of biologist Lucien…
Renault and Caterham to revive Alpine sports vehicles
Renault and Caterhamjoined forces to design develop and build future sports vehicles. The future vehicles will be distinctive, differentiated, and carry the respective DNA of Alpine and Caterham Cars, the automotive division…
L’Invitation Au Voyage: Teaser
Arizona Muse in the new Louis Vuitton ad campaign L’Invitation Au Voyage Teaser – The Louis Vuitton Advertising Campaign Film Teasing is the new game of autumn. The Louis Vuitton raised the curtain…
Disney Princesses reinterpretated by world leading designers
Harrods invited ten of the most covetable fashion brands to create a special interpretation of one of 10 Disney Princesses animating the store’s Christmas project. Christmas at Harrods came with an extravagant set…
Estee Lauder, Lancome, Clinique, L’Oreal and M.A.C.: the highest digital IQ index in the beauty category
2012 Digital IQ Index: Beauty and Skincare study L2 think tank released the fourth annual Digital IQ Index: Beauty. This year’s study benchmarks the digital competence of 56 prestige Beauty brands across four…
Steve Jobs’ envisioned yacht Venus unveiled
Steve Jobs’ yacht Venus unveiled in Aalsmeer, The Netherlands Philippe Starck’s yacht for Steve Jobs was christened ‘Venus’ in the Netherlands’ Aalsmeer shipyard. The boat completion in the Dutch waters was made in…
HYT’s Hydro-Mechanical Watches – an encounter between Fine Watchmaking and fluid mechanics
Hydro Mechanical Watches HYT’s Hydro-Mechanical Horologists, the creators of the first timepieces ever to combine mechanical and liquid engineering, have turned utopia into reality. The watch has a 65 hour power reserve and…
Ulysse Nardin “The Big Unit” to honor Randy Johnson baseball legend
Luxury Swiss watchmaker Ulysse Nardin and brand ambassador, Randy Johnson unveiled “The Big Unit”, a new, signature timepiece created in Johnson’s honor, announced the Swiss Watch Manufacturer founded in 1846. “The Big Unit”…
A tour of the European Parliament with Frank Schwalba-Hoth, Former Member of European Parliament
Well worth a visit if you have the time in Brussels. Experience the European Parliament as never before: a journey through EU democracy from past to present If you come to Brussels you…
Flying yachts – the aircrafts of the near future
Flying yacht: Seaplane-convertible trimaran sailing yacht The idea of combining the air transport with water vehicles is literally in the air. Seaplane-convertible yacht, sailboat airplane, honeymoon space shuttle, innovative plane propulsion system, large…
Starks Chair, the most widely sold design chair in the world, turned 10
The Louis Ghost chair designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell in 2002 is celebrating its 10th anniversary On October 3rd, Philippe Starck celebrated, in Milano, the anniversary of the Louis Ghost chair, launched…
Watches & Jewelry brands are ramping up e-commerce and rapidly adopting social media
Digital IQ Index: Watches & Jewelry 2012 edition For the second year in a row, Tiffany & Co. has earned the top position in L2′s “Digital IQ Index: Watches & Jewelry” ranking, a…
Back to summer: Gucci Resort 2013 Campaign
Thinking of future sun and summer, Gucci unveiled a set o images from its 2013 Gucci Resort collection. Top models Karmen Pedaru and Joan Smalls are photographed for Gucci’s resort 2013 campaign photographed…
Light of tomorrow: International VELUX Award 2012
International VELUX Award 2012 for Students of Architecture: Team from Switzerland Takes First Prize Among 983 Entries International VELUX Award 2012: “resonance, memory” took first prize A team of two students of…
David Lynch universe in Dom Pérignon jeroboams
David Lynch’s limited-edition bottle designed for Dom Pérignon How looks a bottle of iconic champagne in the iconoclastic David Lynch vision? Lush, dark, hallucinatory, irresistible… The famous movie director incapsulated in his version…
Zenith Stratos – the first watch to break the speed of sound in a near space environment
Zenith El Primero Stratos Flyback Striking 10th chronograph in the stratosphere with Felix Baumgartner Historic achievements are made with exclusive watches. While James Cameron took to the bottom of the ocean a Rolex,…
Brad Pitt wearing Chanel No.5
Brad Pitt explores his relationship with Chanel No. 5: “There you are – CHANEL N°5 Part 1″ New Chanel No. 5 video starring Brad Pitt Inspired by Chanel’s “1973 commercial” shot by Helmut…
For for the astute business traveler: Park Hyatt expanded in India
Park Hyatt opens in the gateway to Southern India Hyatt hospitality chain opened the 30th hotel in the Park Hyatt collection and the first Park Hyatt hotel to be introduced in the city…
A static Lexus ad take off for a test drive
New CinePrint Technology puts Lexus print ad in motion Making a Print Ad Come to Life Lexus uses CinePrint Technology to animate the 2013 ES’s next generation design and technological advancesc by putting…
Where? Why? Mystery? Brad Pitt‘s campaign for Chanel No. 5
Where? Why? Mystery? Brad Pitt for Chanel ad campaign. Teasers. How a revolutionary scent created in 1921 continues to be the best-selling and most famous fragrance in the world? For the first time,…
BeoPlay A9 sound solution: easy to listen to as it is to decorate with
The new B&O Play A9 premium wireless speaker Bang & Olufsen created a complete sound solution that is as easy to listen to as it is to decorate with. BeoPlay A9, Bang &…
Electric Signature, No_Code and Ferrari: Tod’s new Fall territories
Tod’s Italian luxury shoes house explores new territories this Fall with Electric Signature, No_Code and Ferrari collections. Tod’s No_Code is a capsule collection, for both men and women, inspired by visionary editor Jefferson Hack, co-…
Tom Ford: James Bond is a bit like our guy – classic and extremely elegant
October 5th, 2012 is the Global James Bond Day, marking the 50th anniversary of the James Bond film franchise.Designer Tom Ford dresses Daniel Craig, Johnny Depp, Tom Hanks, Ryan Gosling and Will Smith,…
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive – world’s fastest electrically-powered series production vehicle
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive: Electrifying – the world’s most powerful electric super sports car Advanced Formula 1 technology: high-voltage lithium-ion battery Mercedes-Benz vision of the most dynamic electric vehicle has become…
Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche – 160 years of creation
45,000 LEGO construction bricks. More than 300 hours of work. 2 mini buildings. A model. Bon Marche Rive Gauche and La Grande Epicerie de Paris were made from LEGO toys to guard the…
Salvatore Ferragamo to set up digital shop in China
Luxury Brands Move into Chinese E-Commerce Space Salvatore Ferragamo is the latest luxury brand to move into Chinese E-Commerce following moves by other retailers such as Net-A-Porter, Yoox, Zara, Armani, and Coach. Luxury…
Specialty Retail 2012: M-commerce is the fastest growing channel in the history of commerce
Specialty Retail 2012: Mobile and Amazon are reshaping retail. M-commerce is the fastest growing channel in the history of commerce Digital IQ Index: Specialty Retail 2012: E-commerce is now M-commerce L2, a think…
Martell XO Exclusive Architect Edition by Christian de Portzamparc
Martell XO Exclusive Architect Edition, a special collaboration with a renowned architect, arrived at the second edition. French architect Christian de Portzamparc, the first French architect to receive prestigious Pritzker prize (in 1994),…
Powering the marine rides with Jet Surf
The lack of waves is no longer an impediment when you want to practice surfing. An engine powered surfboard is a perfect solution for powering the marine rides. Motorized surfboards are not a…
The rebirth of a classic: Las Vegas’s first casino hotel gets a major makeover
Golden Gate’s Renovation Celebration Golden Gate, Las Vegas’s first casino hotel, opened at One Fremont Street in 1906, gets a makeover. The landmark boutique property is celebrating the completion of its first…
World’s largest oceanarium to transform Singapore in the number one family destination in the region
The Marine Life Park, World’s largest oceanarium to open in Singapore Say hallo to manta rays and hammerhead sharks! On 7 December 2012, Singapore will open world’s largest oceanarium. The Marine Life Park within…
New Louis Vuitton City Guides 2013 to explore every facet of San Francisco & New York
A must for the luxury-minded traveller, the Louis Vuitton’s 2013 City Guides are, as asual, “packed with hidden gems and unique experiences”. San Francisco Bay will be available for the first time…
What does sleep look like?
Make your sleep a work of art: ibis Sleep Art What does sleep look like? Can the dreams be transformed into “paintings”? ibis hotels want to combine sleep, technology and art in a night’s…
Vice Versa Paris: 7 deadly sins by Chantal Thomass
Vice Versa Hotel Paris by Chantal Thomass How look the seven deadly sins implemented in the decor of a truly Parisian design hotel? Famous lingerie and interior designer Chantal Thomass redesigned and refurbished…
Lexus Ignition: eight innovative products at the intersection of high-tech and high-style
Lexus Ignition to support eight innovative products Inspired by the new 2013 Lexus ES, the luxury vehicle division of Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation wants to continue to push the boundaries of style,…
Elegance is an attitude: Simon Baker and the Longines Saint-Imier Collection
Simon Baker is the new Longines Ambassador of Elegance Longines, a widely recognized name in sport watches and chronographs, celebrates this year its 180th Anniversary. To mark the milestone, Longines offers its…
Christian Lacroix launches lounge in Bangkok’s design boutique hotel
After interior design projects for Parisian hotels Le Petit Moulin (2005), Le Bellechasse (2007) and Le Notre Dame hotel (2010), French couturier Christian Lacroix unveiled a new executive lounge designed for Sofitel So Bangkok luxury…
Eco-warriors: Vivienne Westwood’s Red Label spring summer 2013
Vivienne Westwood’s Red Label unfurled Climate Revolution Red Label SS13 at London Fashion Week Almost sensible, Vivienne Westwood’s Red Label show at London Fashion Week was the perfect opportunity to unfurl the CLIMATE…
XXVI Biennale des Antiquaires – the largest Biennale to date
From September 14th to 23rd, French Syndicat National des Antiquaires (SNA) invited worldwide antique lovers to discover a selection of preciuous pieces with the occasion of the XXVI° Biennale des Antiquaires, one of…
Harry Winston Opus 12 watch with Emmanuel Bouchet
Harry Winston Opus 12 mechanical watch inspired from the Copernican Revolution Launched in 2001, Harry Winston’s Opus watch line is the story of partnerships between the brand and the most talented and innovative…
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder: DVF [through Glass]
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder: Diane von Furstenberg x Google Glass Innovative fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg tried on Glass, Google‘s latest technology that captures moments from a new perspective,…
Croatia set to record best tourist season in its history
2012 set to be the best tourist season in Croatia’s history For the first eight months of 2012, Croatia had registered record tourism figures. “Based on the results achieved so far and announcements (for…
The new Burberry World Live Flagship to blur the boundaries between online and offline shopping
Christopher Bailey announced Burberry 121 Regent Street, London, the new Burberry World Live Flagship Futuristic on-screen technology, bespoke digital signage on all floors and clever radio-frequency identification (RFID) were announced by Christopher Bailey…
Novel green ingredients on focus at the 2012 Sustainable Cosmetics Summit
New technologies and novel green ingredients are the focal themes of the European edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit (21-23rd November, 2012) The impact of new technologies on the sustainable development of…
160 ans d’esprit Rive Gauche: The world is Paris, and Paris is Catherine Deneuve
Le Bon Marché 160th anniversary: The world is Paris, and Paris is Catherine Deneuve 160 ans d’esprite Rive Gauche To celebrate its 160th anniversary, Le Bon Marché luxury department store is featuring…
Advanced in-room technology unveiled at the Peninsula Hong Kong
The Peninsula Hong Kong unveils dramatic new interior design and technology concept The Peninsula Hotels, Asia’s oldest hotel brand, want to set new standards of guest personalization with a HK$450 million revitalization of…
Nicholas Hawksmoor: Methodical Imaginings or Louis Vuitton at la Biennale di Venezia
“Nicholas Hawksmoor: Methodical Imaginings” at the 13th International Architecture Exhibition – la Biennale di Venezia Nicholas Hawksmoor, one of the Britain’s greatest architects, built numerous churches in England at the beginning of…
Bell & Ross expanded its presence in Colombia
On September 8, Bell & Ross, the French watch company headed by the French and Swiss designer Bruno Belamich and businessman Carlos A. Rosillo, brought together Aeroclub de Colombia, Colombian Air Force (FAC),…
Les Mains d’Or Van Cleef & Arpels to shed light on the jewelry trade
Workshops Virtual Tour by Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry is the work of true artists, called at Van Cleef & Arpels “Les Mains d’Or“. For the first time in its history,…
Invisible game: Tom Brady for UGG for Men
UGG for Men Launches Fall 2012 with a Campaign Featuring Tom Brady Tom Brady, the American football quarterback for the New England Patriots has the ability to bring millions of people together with the way…
Phoenix 1000 – the largest private undersea vessel built to date
U.S. Submarines’ Phoenix 1000 – the largest private undersea vessel built to date This “toy” is capable of taking you to unseen regions of the deep ocean in perfect comfort and absolute safety….
Theatre-like effects with Anemone Multimedia Bed
Anemone Multimedia Bed fitted with Bang & Olufsen audio system Besides being a sleep temple, a bed can provide an unbelievable multimedia experience if it is integrated with Bang & Olufsen, high-end automation…
Baz Lurhmann’s The Great Gatsby to have 40 Prada and Miu Miu costumes
Prada designs costumes for ‘The Great Gatsby’ silver screen adaptation Baz Lurhmann’s adaptation of the “The Great Gatsby”, the novel published by Francis Scott Fitzgerald in 1925, will have 40 spectacular dresses adapted…
68yr old iconic British TV Weatherman BASE jumps for climate change
Iconic British TV Weatherman Michael Fish BASE Jumps for Climate Change The climate change is a serious issue and requires serious action. Iconic TV Weatherman Michael Fish has teamed up with Award-Winning eco-fashion…
A pulsing heart of heliotrope: Madly Kenzo
Exuberantly floral: Madly Kenzo Evanescent, fragile, sensual and delicate, the silhouette of butterflies always inspired fairy tale moods. Their pulsing dance in a flower field and the deadly attraction to light inspired the…
Jaguar F-Type roadster at speed
The upcoming Jaguar F-Type roadster will debut in near-production form at next Paris Auto Show, a coupe version being expected to follow in 2014. The car will be focused more on handling than…
Omega’s London residence
Sports timekeeping has long been Omega’s native talents. It’s been 80 years since the Swiss watch manufacturer first timed an Olympic Games, and as Official Timekeeper for London 2012, OMEGA beared witness to…
Fly silently as a bird: FlyNano electric plane
Nano Solo Plane: the joy of streaking across the sky Everyone that dreamed to fly like a bird will enjoy a solo flight experience in the new nano solo plane. The FlyNano concept…
Fashion philanthropy: Schools for Asia
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Nelson Mandela Gucci’s next initiative in fashion philanthropy celebrates the launch of UNICEF’s “Schools for Asia” project, which aims…
One of the grandest hotels in Europe reopened following a $25 million restoration
Historic San Sebastian’s Maria Cristina Hotel reopened following a $25 million restoration The historic Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian, was reopened following an extensive $25 million restoration. The hotel’s…
Chanel Coco Noir celebrates travel and mystery
CHANEL Coco Noir celebrates Venice nights. Noir, the enigmatic fragrance sealed with sensuality and romantism. A city dear to designer Gabrielle Chanel was chosen to represent a new enigmatic Chanel fragrance developed by…
Charlotte Casiraghi’s second Gucci campaign
Forever Now: Gucci Horsebit celebrated by Charlotte Casiraghi Are you ready to put your bestfoot forward? Shot by Inez Van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin and featuring Charlotte Casiraghi, the second campaing of…
Orchidarium research platform at Guerlain
Enchanting and magical power of orchids are studied a unique research center in the world: Guerlain Orchidarium. High in the jungle treetops in Yunnan province in southern China, the Vanda Coerulea orchid is…
Stiletto a must have shoe.A history of HIGH HEELS and suggestions for buying them
Stiletto a must have shoes. Stiletto: from fantasy shoe to a highly charged symbol. Elegant, submissive, aggressive, subversive, uncomfortable, very impractical, but sexy as hell, the stilettos reign in the public mind for…
Audi debuts R8 V10 plus top model with new 7-speed S tronic for all variants
2013 model of R8, Audi’s flagship two seat sports car first launched seven years ago, was completely revamped with redesigned LED headlights and taillights that come standard on all models. The biggest change…
Mila Kunis aka Miss Dior ambassadress faces the paparazzi
Mila Kunis the face of Miss Dior handbags in teaser video Discover the new Miss Dior bag ad campaign starring Mila Kunis shot by Mario Sorrenti We are stucked in 1950s Hollywood…
Speaking about luxury with Adriano Venturini – Executive Chef Rocco Forte Hotels – Ristorante Bocconi Hotel Amigo Brussels
At 30, the Italian chef, born in Umbria, can claim to have gained more relevant experience. Noted for his potential and his desire to learn, Adriano Venturini was associated with the greatest and cut…
The Killer Whale Submarine
How about submerging in a 255-hp Orcinus orca belly? This realistic Killer Whale is a submarine with a speed of a real whale. The private watercraft can reach up to 25mph under the…
Flower Carpet experience: Floral menu at Rocco Forte’s Hotel Amigo Brussels
Rocco Forte’s Hotel Amigo goes floral in Brussels for five days in August Ephemeral but so admired throughout the world: Flower Carpet Brussels Dining on floral dishes such as courgette flowers with…
By Karl – a unique collection that you can buy exclusively online
Luisa Via Roma is proud to announce the exclusive launch of the new KARL menswear collection and a Limited Edition collaboration with the fashion legend and design collective I Love Dust. For the 5th Edition of Firenze4Ever a…
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2013 Collections – biggest trends to look in swimwear next year
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2013 Collections – biggest trends to look in swimwear next year More tham 30 of the fashion industry’s top swimsuit designers presented their 2013 collections at Mercedes- Benz Fashion…
Speaking about luxury with Elvis Pompilio – hat designer
“You can leave your hat on” only if you are wearing one of Elvis Pompilio’s creation! Elvis Pompilio studied fashion design in Brussels, and and designed his first hat creations in 1987. In…
Turbulences: the new Louis Vuitton Exhibition
Depicting turbulence. Vortex, flow, acceleration, effervescence. Art in Motion. Espace Culturel Louis Vuitton Paris invites visitors on a journey to the heart of the maelstrom. The 19th exhibit of the Espace Culturel Louis Vuitton…
Hennessy Futura: A new experience for cognac and graffiti aficionados.
Hennessy x Futura 2000 Limited Edition Cognac American graffiti artist Futura turned Hennessy bottles into bright and funky creations. Futura visited Hennessy headquarters in Cognacto and created a new Limited Editon Very…
First digital Audi showroom opens in the centre of London
Audi City, the automaker’s first digital showroom opens in London Following the example of competitors and responding to customers’ changing needs, Audi is complementing its dealer network with a new format – Audi…
Intense experiences: Fan di Fendi Extrême
Fan di Fendi perfume line expands with the first masculine edition – Fan di Fendi Pour Homme, along with the feminine version (Fan di Fendi Extreme). Francois Demachy, Delphine Lebeau-Krowiak and Benoit Lapouza imagined…
American Versailles – the largest house in the United States
Bigger than a 747 airplane hangar, the 90,000 square feet American Versailles house in Florida will be the largest house in the United States. The estate of colossal dimensions will have nine…
Aviator sunglasses turned 75
These sunglasses have graced the faces of some truly legendary characters. Initially introduced for the United States Army Air Corps, the Ray Ban aviators became a style staple for guys and girls, and movie…
Aeroscraft airborne hotel: the future cruise liner of the sky
Welcome to the future air transportation The Aeroscraft creates a new paradigm for luxury air transportation. This hybrid airship is a luxury airborne hotel with staterooms, dining and entertainment areas. For the first…
Happy Birthday Mr Bond. 50 years of Bond style
Designing Bond’s look: 50 years of Bond style James Bond, world’s most influential and iconic movie brand, celebrates the 50th anniversary. The Barbican in London marks five decades of James Bond in film…
Cartier ID Two concept watch: world’s first “energy efficient” timepiece
Cartier unveils ID Two high efficiency watch Since the dawn of time, progress draws its essence in a better use of available resources. Efficiency optimization is the foundation of major industrial and technological…
Speaking about luxury with Randy Barnett – founder Indivijual Custom Eyewear
The true luxury means crafmanship and total dedication. Randy Barnett is the founder of the Individual Custom Eyewear, a “artisan ” luxury brand who produce 100 % custom eyewear. Growing up in West…
Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup: most technologically advanced yachts in direct competition
The Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup 2012, the highlight of the annual Mediterranean sailing calendar, will be held from 2-8 September 2012. The organisers, the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda and the International Maxi Association,…
The New Face of Tradition: Girard-Perregaux’s eight young watchmakers in Paris
Girard-Perregaux’s Young Watchmakers’ Tour stops in Paris Watchmaking is not an old-fashioned craft, and is certainly not a dying one either. Swiss luxury watch brand Girard-Perregaux aims to alter the image that many people…
Branson family to make first voyage into space
Branson family to make first trip on space tourism programme 528 people have been into space since Yuri Gagarin’s historic first mission. Richard Branson announced that Virgin Galactic will have 529 future astronauts…
Speaking about luxury with Oskar Metsavaht – founder and creative director Osklen
We met Oskar Metsavaht during 1.618 Sustainable Luxury Fair in Paris. In an exclusive interview for 2LUXURY2 – thanks to the CEO of the fair Barbara Coignet, we explored togheter with Oskar Metsavaht…
Speaking about luxury with Yann Schalburg owner Belle de Jour Gallery
There are few places in the world where such business could be held.In the very heart of Paris, there is a magical place, at the foot of the Sacre-Coeur of Montmartre – the Belle…
Louis Vuitton Express: From Paris to Shanghai by train
Louis Vuitton celebrates two decades in China with two grandiose projects: a journey of the Louis Vuitton Express from Paris to Shanghai and the opening of 16th Maison worldwide in Shanghai’s Plaza 66….
Homage to Sergio Pininfarina. Prancing Horse loses one of the men most closely connected to Ferrari
One of the greatest designers of our times, Sergio Pininfarina died at the age of 85. “His genius brightened the history of the car,” Fiat said on Twitter “Italy has lost one of…
Paul Smith brings his love for the eccentric to John Lobb
Paul Smith unveiled on the Paris catwalk at his Spring Summer 2013 show a new collaboration with luxury bootmaker John Lobb. Three iconic John Lobb styles (an oxford, derby, and a loafer), selected…
Mahatma Gandhi’s memorabilia to be auctioned at Sotheby’s
The letters of one of the most inspirational man in history are to be auctioned in London. Wanting to acquire Mahatma Gandhi memorabilia offered for auction at Sotheby’s London on July 10, the…
Inaugural Digital IQ Index: Fragrance report. The digital footprint of most fragrance brands is weak and uninspired
The first of its kind, the inaugural L2′s Digital IQ Index: Fragrance report benchmarks the digital competence of global fragrance brands, looking at 350 data points across four dimensions: Site, Digital Marketing, Social…
The Cube pop-up restaurant debuts in London
The Cube by Electrolux launches in London After Brussels and Milan, pop-up semi-transparent restaurant The Cube by Electrolux has launched in London. For just four months, it will reside atop of…
Geneva Watch Tour. Geneva’s watchmaking DNA
Route de l’Horlogerie – Genève: an overview of the Swiss watchmaking panorama Geneva’s watchmaking history can be discovered through a unique Geneva Watch Tour. Punctuated by around 50 monobrand boutiques and as many…
Perrelet Turbine Dragon Watch to engender happiness and harmony
The famed watchmaker Perrelet has recently created several limited editions of his legendary turbine watch. Turbine Dragon Watch, the latest Perrelet’s creation, is celebrating the Chinese year of the dragon. The Special Edition…
The Great Jumeirah Turtle Release
Jumeirah, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company, has announced that the annual summer turtle release carried out by the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project (DTRP) will be open to the public for the first time…
The Orsos man-made, sustainable floating Island
Own a floating green island for $6.5 Million A new man-made, sustainable floating island concept was presented by an Austrian firm that wants to combine the best of mainland real estate and a…
The Art of Packing: Optimise your luggage space
Louis Vuitton teaches you how to pack Watch the process: The Art of Packing by Louis Vuitton. The interactive experience presents the functionality of Alzer, Pégase and Keepall suitcases. The visitor can…
Metallic moment: Burberry Prorsum Spring Summer 2013 Menswear
Burberry tailoring, plus vibrant geometric prints, metallic petrol blue iPad cases, day glow shirts and splash sunglasses will compose Spring Summer 2013 menswear wardrobe. Christopher Bailey adds a touch of metallic finish and…
Meeting of east and west: Etro Spring Summer 2013 Menswear
Etro Menswear Collection Spring Summer 2013 Runway Show – a mix of fashion, art and technology The Spring Summer 2013 Etro man is a very curious, imaginative, slitely fantastic individual, it even…
Aston Martin’s Limited Edition One-77 Cycle: world’s most technologically advanced road bicycle
Aston Martin and Factor Bikes delivered a two-wheeled version of the iconic One-77 Coupe. The bicycle is world’s most technologically advanced road bicycle. The Aston Marting bicycle has been developed alongside parts for…
Dolce & Gabbana menswear spring summer 2013 tarantella
Dolce&Gabbana Menswear Spring – Summer 2013 show pays homage to its Italian roots. Rustic prints were mixed with soft fabrics. Add to this Dolce&Gabbana signature tailoring, an unusual cast, and a Sicilian theme for the…
The little black jacket. How it comes to life
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And Dior created woman. Dior ADDICT Fragrance Director’s cut
Dior moved from Château de Versailles to the summer residence in Saint-Tropez for 2012 version of Dior ADDICT Fragrance video inspired by Roger Vadim work. “Dior created woman” with the help of Daphne…
All aboard the Louis Vuitton Express
Less than two weeks before the Paris Haute Couture week (July 1-5), French luxury house Louis Vuitton unveiled behind-the-scenes video for its new Fall/Winter 2012-2013 campaign. The campaign is a recreation of the…
The world’s most expensive billboard showcased in Dubai
Dubai is a world leader in innovation and technology and the place of the most expensive things like the world’s most expensive billboard. Skydive Dubai in association with Go Fast energy brand, the…
World’s Tallest Apartment Building – Dubai Princess Tower
Another Dubai tower breaks the record Dubai city which already has the world’s tallest tower (828 meters) is now holding a brand new arhitectural record. Dubai Princess Tower entered the Guinness Book…
Venture to the ends of the earth: 50th anniversary for Abercrombie & Kent
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Martell Cordon Bleu Centenary Limited Edition
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Original working Apple 1 computer sold for $374,500
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Limited-edition Veuve Clicquot parasol
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Joggobot: my jogging companion
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The art of tiaras: reveal in each woman a Princess
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100th anniversary of the tonneau-shaped watch at Vacheron Constantin
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The Trail Rider 4WD electric skateboard
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New way of connecting with the art museum collections: MoMA’s new art-making iPad App
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Firenze4Ever 5th edition with Karl Lagerfeld NOWNESS and Mercedes-Benz
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Dot fever: Yayoi Kusama and Louis Vuitton Dots Infinity
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Christian Lacroix ballet costumes on display
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Dress code: Baguette! Fendi iconic bag celebrated with an anniversary book
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Audemars Piguet ambassador Novak Djokovic unveils his defining moment
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Homage to Ray Bradbury, Author of Fahrenheit 451 and The Martian Chronicles
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Blooming your life: Piaget Rose High Jewellery Pieces
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1000 limited edition bottles of The Macallan Masters of Photography III: Annie Leibovitz Edition
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Solar aviation: First transcontinental flight for Solar Impulse aircraft
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Hermes’ first ephemeral shoes store
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India to became the most populous country by 2025
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Sustainable solar floating luxury resort setting the good example
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Louis Vuitton is again calling on emerging filmmakers
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Guerlain launches its new digital platform dedicated to makeup
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Homage to one of the great CEO of our time – Vittorio Mosca
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The Diamond Jubilee Strawberry Crumble Crunch dessert by Heston Blumenthal
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Both watch and sculpture. Daniel Strom’s Draco Agonium
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The Mystery – The Gold Standard of Romance
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Playing with Lukas, world’s smartest horse
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Speaking about luxury with Adele Shaw – owner Adele Shaw/Society store in Paris
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King Power Usain Bolt: The fastest man in the world has now his dedicated watch
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RER C Versailles dressed in royal decorations
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Speaking about luxury with Jean Cassegrain – CEO Longchamp
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Oscar-winning Roman Polanski returned to Cannes… with a Prada Ad
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Matt Silk sunglasses: An italian style comedy featuring Bianca Balti
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Queen Elizabeth II’s crown reworked
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Audi Polo International Series for 2012
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Jaeger LeCoultre Deep Sea Auto Chronograph
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Lelo’s Objets de Plaisir in Cannes
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Harrods launched its celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
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A diamond of supreme historical importance at auction
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Mark Rothko’s Orange, Red, Yellow – the most expensive contemporary artwork
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Empulse: Fastest, longest range production electric motorcycle unveiled
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Fashion Fringe 2012 Semi-Finalists short-listed by Christopher Bailey
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Hugo Boss plunges into 3D experiences
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Amouage Library Collection Opus VI: haute parfumerie homage to the art of living
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Headphones to block up to 95% of outside noise
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Fusing high-end couture with high-end diamonds in a $15 million dress
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Simulator to replicate the full driving experience, down to every bump in the road
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The fifth annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic debuts with limited-edition parasol
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2012 Nürburgring 24h race: the legendary Nordschleife and spectacular racing cars
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Ashton Kutcher spoofs Karl Lagerfeld
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Enjoy the Silence: Dior’s secret garden at Château de Versailles
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Design Oscars: Issey Miyake Origami Fold 132 5 Eco-Fashion line
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Clive Christian adds V in the Private Collection
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Speaking about luxury with Leonello Borghi – The Artistic Director for La Maison Lancel
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2012 Hyères Festival: The Chloe award went to Steven Tai
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50 Best Restaurants list to have a Asian version in 2013
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Urharp Therapy. Speaking with Beatrice de Damas, Ideatrice, Art Therapy
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Denmark’s Noma Restaurant named no. 1 for the third year in a row at World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards
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Relaxation amplified. VibrAcoustic hydrotherapy
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Ferrari dreams to deliver the greenest supercar on the market
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What means sustainable development ? Speaking with Bertrand Catteau – CEO Catinvest
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Self-powered microalgae lamp to keep CO2 emissions in check
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Caviar eating contest held in Russia
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Iconic yellow Tiffany Diamond marks its 175th Anniversary
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True luxury is everyday: an instant hot cup in the morning
Grohe Red: instant boiling hot water direct from the kitchen faucet. True luxury is everyday…In the past you would have needed a pot or kettle, now it comes directly from the faucet. Grohe Red…
Kartell Goes Rock starring Lenny Kravitz and Philippe Stark
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Italo – Italy’s first private high-speed train. Actually the most modern train in Europe
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Bentley Mulsanne Diamond Jubilee
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Can luxury be synonymous with eco-consciousness? Speaking with Mariouche Gagne – founder Harricana
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Photosynthesis Panasonic installation at Salone del Mobile 2012
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Smithsonian – the new home for the world’s most traveled spaceship
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“Anything one man can imagine, other men can make it real”.Speaking with Jacques Rougerie, Founding President Fondation Jacques Rougerie and Ariel Fuchs, Science, Education and Media, Director Mission SeaOrbiter
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New Juste un Clou for Cartier & Aldo Cipullo, New York City in the 70s
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Nouvelle Collection de Robert Piguet
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Manolo Blahnik, Frida Giannini, Donatella Versace and Jean Paul Gaultier added to the line-up for the International Herald Tribune IHT Luxury Conference
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Christian Louboutin’s online platoform to fight counterfeiting
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Chocolate and Coffee book. Remember that square of chocolate dipped in a cup of coffee?
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Moët & Chandon – the official champagne of the 34th America’s Cup, sailing’s most prestigious international race
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Norlha – “wealth of the Gods”. Speaking with Cristina Mugnaini
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Eat green to go green. Vegetables are sexy
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Fuel efficient $15 million luxury trimaran Adastra finally taken to the water
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Famous diamonds and famous wearers: Cartier In the Wonder Room
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BMW “i” range – Speaking with Antoine Bourbonneux – BMW i Strategy Implementation Manager BMW France Group
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La Petite Robe Noire by Guerlain and Kuntzel + Deygas
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Iconic DeLorean EV time machine from the ’80s is back
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Volvo Ocean Race: Puma’s dramatic Leg 5 victory from Auckland, New Zealand to Itajai, Brazil.
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When the belt speaks. A notch on Louis Vuitton’s belt
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Stanley Kubrick, The photographer. Vintage cinematographic viewpoints of life in the 40s
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A photo, a moment, a memory for life : Studio Harcourt
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Acura RLX flagship sedan slated for launch at the beginning of 2013
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Dedication to all people from Brasil that we’ve meet at 1.618 Sustainable Luxury Paris : Kaiowas with Sepultura
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The all-new Fisker Atlantic
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Château Baccarat the ultimate wine tasting glasses
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Chez Dior: Dior launches its biggest boutique in Taiwan, the fifth largest Asian market.
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Louis Vuitton’s Infinite Kusama Project at Tate Modern
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Consumer Trends for 2012: Top 10 list. Status becomes more than what you consume
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World’s first ring carved completely from a diamond
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First time in modern history: Four Viking River Cruise ships christened at once
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Speaking about luxury with Daniele de Winter – founder DANIELE de WINTER – Natural Scientific Skin Care
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Fairtrade and Fairmined gold, world’s first independent ethical certification system for gold, celebrates its first birthday
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The oldest English-language encyclopedia still in print is moving solely into the digital
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The world’s greatest sushi chef – Jiro Dreams of Sushi
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James Cameron to dive to ocean’s deepest point
A new age of exploration Oscar-winning filmmaker and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence James Cameron set the record for the world’s deepest solo submarine dive. The Academy Award winning director will now travel to the…
Louis Vuitton – Marc Jacobs exhibit: They’re both visionaries, though they would be the last to admit it
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Jean Paul Gaultier – therapist, journalist and a private detective for Diet Coke
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Jaguar XF Sportbrake – the first ever official Jaguar wagon
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Near-space flight experience in a space balloon
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Exo eco-friendly water toy
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Feadship Qi mix of private pleasures and outdoor pursuits
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Ferrari F12 Berlinetta – the most powerful Ferrari road car ever launched
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What if water is the most precious gift? Green Cross, Armani water campaign expanding in Africa, Latin America and Asia
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W Hotels debuts in France with W Paris – Opera
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Alber Elbaz 10 Year Anniversary Lanvin Show & Party
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Pioneers of the possible: celebrating visionary women of the world
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Snow White Princess
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Pollution free, eco-friendly and safer: Luxury electric boat and taxi
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Happy Days and carefree nights: DSquared2 Womenswear Fall Winter 2012 2013 Show
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Completely digitalised: Burberry Prorsum Womenswear Fall Winter 2012 2013
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CleanSpace One – a Swiss satellite to tackle space junk
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Il Successo nelle Mani
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Gucci Museum in Florence: An Interview With Frida Giannini
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Writing is a truly unique moment: MomoDesign 30 Anniversary by Delta
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High-End Acoustic Guitars compared by Acoustic Addicts
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Speaking about luxury with Pierre Marcolini – Haute Chocolatier
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Experiencing craftsmanship: L’Ecole Van Cleef & Arpels
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President Obama Sings ‘Sweet Home Chicago’ During Blues Concert At White House
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Jean Pierre Braganza FW 2012 2013
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Prime – for those looking to pilot innovation
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Vivienne Westwood Red Label Fall Winter 2012 2013
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Macan: New Porsche SUV called after Indonesian tiger
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2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible
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Flying Bentley Continental V8 coupe makes airlift debut
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Jackie Chan to solidify the relationship between China and Embraer
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Homage to a Brilliant Voice, Whitney Houston is gone
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Height Cuisine: Wine in the Sky
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Glenmorangie named best UK Spirits Producer at the International Wine & Spirit Competition
Glenmorangie distillery was the toast of the prestigious International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) after picking up the best UK Spirits Producer 2012 award, fighting off stiff competition from vodka, gin, rum and…
Little Gucci Travellers – Kids Spring Summer 2012
Gucci Children Spring Summer 2012 collection Which piece would you choose for your Little Traveller? For little fashionistas and young globetrotters, Gucci’s Creative Director Frida Giannini has designed a collection fit to discover…
Fashion Without Frontiers – Mugler Fall Winter 2012-2013
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Heavy snow and more digital experience : the launching of Ferrari F2012
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Showering experience expanded with the horizontal shower
Ambiance Tuning Technique by Dornbracht: Horizontal Shower expands the showering experience. At Swissbau Fair 2012 in Basel (January 17-21, 2012), bathroom fittings manufacturer Dornbracht presented an expansion of the groundbreaking shower technology Ambiance…
The Keel Walk: Sailing like a “Boss”
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Skijoring with Zai for Bentley Supersports ski
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Louis Vuitton Rome Etoile Maison supports Italian film school
Louis Vuitton academic partnership with Italy’s oldest school of cinema Louis Vuitton Rome Etoile Maison Opening Italy’s oldest school of cinema (Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia/ Italian National film school) and Louis Vuitton signed…
Spider silk dream revived
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Wavejet – Surfboard Technology for The Future
The surfboard with an engine Powered by the patented WaveJet PWP pod, surfing’s first miniaturized jet drive technology, the boards make 8 to 10 knots on still water, which is 3 to 5…
First Muslim face of Lancome to open up the idea of beauty
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Fendi Kids Spring Summer 2012
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The Tailor-Fit Cygnet city car
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Most awarded rum brand is celebrating 150 years of bringing people together
Bacardi’s 150th Anniversary celebrated with Ron Bacardi de Maestros de Ron Vintage MMXII Bacardi rum – Ron Bacardi de Maestros de Ron, Vintage, MMXII (2012) Since its creation, BACARDI rum has been enjoyed…
John Galliano Menswear Fall – Winter 2012 2013
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Military inspired Dior Homme Fall Winter 2012 2013
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Martin Scorsese’s “Hugo” leading 2012 Oscar Nominees
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Lanvin Menswear Fall Winter in Paris: muted tones and charcoal grey pallete for Winter 2012 2013
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Chanel takes to the skies for Spring/Summer 2012 haute couture collection
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Futuristic motorbike FB200S
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Green art: the Inhotim Institute -Latin America’s largest outdoor art center
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Discover Napa by train.The Big Gay Train Returns to the Napa Valley Wine Train
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Luxury means craftmanship – LE MOSAISTE : handcrafted Moroccan and Arabesque mosaic
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Racing Green – next generation of sustainable motorsport
Strategic sustainability project specialists Quimera, the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) and the American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patrón (ALMS) will form a joint venture combining their respective areas of expertise…
TOD’S reveal the perfect shoe both for men and women
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Paris des Chefs 2012 – Food + Design
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Luxury is “The Pursuit of Perfection”
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2LUXURY2 supports Wikipedia. Imagine a world without free knowledge
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Shop NOW: Burberry Prorsum Menswear Fall/Winter 2012/13
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Audi’s Ahab – celebrating revolutionary quattro™
Audi announced a new advertising and marketing campaign to celebrate its innovative all-wheel drive technology, quattro™. Audi quattro is the top-selling luxury all-wheel drive system in the world, providing superior traction and handling…
The men’s wear business in ready-to-war position
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Dior Magic show
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Gadget for your luxury toilet by Brondell
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SIHH 2012 opening today 16 january
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B&O Play Beolit 12 portable audio system takes playfulness to a new customer demographic
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Mercedes Benz DICE – a visionary perspective
The inventor of the automobile redefines independence “DICE” sculpture demonstrates revolutionary customer experience “mbrace2″ as world premiere at the Consumer Electronics Show Mercedes Benz press release Stuttgart/Las Vegas – Networked access to information…
Iconic, but Immobile. The inaugural L2 Prestige 100: Mobile IQ
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Moutai – the first luxury chinese brand to enter in top 5 international luxury brands
Chinese baijiu brand Moutai is now World’s Fourth Most Valuable Luxury Brand worth US$12 billion after Louis Vuitton, Hermes and BMW, but ahead of Mercedes-Benz and Chanel. (Hurun Best of the Best Awards,…
Smart Wands – Latest Innovative Designs from LELO
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A Flawless Facade: Spring Summer 2012 in Male Focus
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The Seabird – fastest personal submersible in the world
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The Velvet collection fragrances: the essence of Dolce & Gabbana
Dolce & Gabbana’s Velvet Collection is a symbol of timeless perfumery perfection and modern possibility with a precious texture of Vintage Italian ingredients. “Velvet is a material with dual personality. Luxurious but also…
All aboard! Cruise collections of the 2012
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Highly anticipated Princess V57 and V39 to debut at 2012 London Boat Show
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Any Orbit. Any Time: Paul Allen invests in pioneering Stratolaunch Systems
Stratolaunch Systems, A Paul G. Allen Project Entrepreneur, Microsoft Co-Founder and philanthropist Paul G. Allen and aerospace pioneer Burt Rutan have reunited to develop the next generation of space travel. Allen and Rutan,…
A true dream team: Marni, H&M and Sofia Coppola
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The Luxury Property Show
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Concours D’Elegance – a flavour of London’s foremost garden party
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MINT Polo In the Park London – Glamour and Hi-Octane Polo for All Ages
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Ermanno Scervino Opens First Boutique in Romania
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The New Bentley Continental V8 range: GT coupe and the GTC convertible
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Qatar in images
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Deciphering the Porsche 911 design
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Louis Vuitton’s First Hong Kong – Macau City Guide
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Frauscher is starting in a new era: Frauscher 1017 GT
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Recycling to an art form? Lexus Fashion Workshop
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Augmented reflection: Personal Data Mirror
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Wilson Alexandria XLF – a no-compromise speaker
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Emily Blunt – YSL Opium behind-the-scenes video
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Valentino Garavani Virtual Museum – an exclusive access to archives
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Porsche Panamera GTS. The clue is in the name
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Temporary Hotel Room of the Future
Novotel and Microsoft have designed a funky room of the future. You can stay in this temporary room until February 14, 2012 at the Novotel Paris Vaugirard, a hotel group which has close…
Most beautiful luxury classic cars
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Brixton & Fender Guitars Friendly Union
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Chanel Cruise 2011/12 Collection Now Available in Boutiques
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Cartier connects with their consumers via Painted Love
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SLIMMA nations are set to dominate travel and tourism in the near future
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The art of trench: how to wear it ? Bespoke and Burberry, of course
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Luxury Explorer yacht Big Fish by Aquos Yachts wins 2 more prestigious yachting awards
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Porsche new model at LA Auto Show
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French luxury brand Hermes says set for record 2011 sales
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Luxury consumers nowadays are more interested in whether a luxury product is “worth it,” and that all depends on the experience. While protecting brand exclusivity is a viable concern, digital and new media…
Agent Provocateur Les Fleurs du Mal: listening to Slayer whilst reading Italian Vogue
Agent Provocateur lingerie celebrates the launch of Soiree Collection 2011-2012 in a horror movie style. Vampires-amazons seduce the good housewife and transform her into an agent of erotic challenges. The short film “Les…
The new Mercedes-Benz F 125! research vehicle – Redefinition of automotive luxury: emission-free driving in First Class
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“Essential Luxury philosophy” – Interview with luxury & European Commission expert & The Perfume Fondation Chairman Creezy Courtoy
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Jimmy Choo – for men TOO
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My Body Sleeps – an incredible ballet with Marijn Rademaker
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Givenchy Spring Summer 2012
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Brazil backs lingerie-clad Gisele Bundchen ad
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Retro gaming with Dior After Chanel’s “Beauty Robot” and the “Shade Parade”, here comes a new game-inspired movie from Dior Cosmetic House. “Dior Games” is a short film inspired by the legendary games…
Dior’s Hypnotic Poison ad starring Mélanie Laurent
Mélanie Laurent for Dior’s Hypnotic Poison The French fashion house Dior, which is still without a head designer, has released a new commercial (directed by John Cameron Mitchell) for its iconic Hypnotic Poison…
Chanel Spring-Summer 2012 Ready-to-Wear Fashion Show
Yesterday, 4 octomber 2011, Chanel presented in Paris at the Grand Palais, the Spring-Summer 2012 Ready-to-Wear Fashion Show. How it was ? Stunning. Just watch the video.
Yacht on four wheels – Mercedes-Benz Viano Vision Pearl
The way is the goal: driving experience meeting the highest expectations High-grade vehicle concept on a modern, maritime theme With the Mercedes-Benz Viano Vision Pearl showcar, presented at this year’s International Motor Show…
Jaguar C-X75 Inspirations & Icons by Dunhill
To celebrate the birth of the new Jaguar C-X75 Alfred Dunhill have filmed a short movie that links its inception to the legendary 1960’s icon – the Jaguar XJ13. Produced to celebrate 75…
Samsung Galaxy Skin, the flexibile smartphone that will dethrone Apple
In its latest entry to dethrone Apple, Samsung is bringing out the Galaxy Skin, a flexible smartphone. The device, apart from being a smartphone, can be turned into a table clock on or…
Terrafugia Transition, the flying car ready for Take-Off
Terrafugia, developer of the Transition Roadable Aircraft officially received a grant of all of the special exemptions it had requested from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Terrafugia’s Transition is the first…
World Race 2011 – Great Auto Race of 1908 reborn after 100 years
The World Race 2011 commemorates The Great Auto Race of 1908 - an epic test of man and machines! That race was won by the American Thomas Flyer driven by George Schuster Sr. of Buffalo, N.Y….
Baccarat United Crystal Woods – forest designs etched into the crystal by Marcel Wanders
Baccarat perpetuates since 1764 the great French tradition of a cosmopolitan art of living. From time to time, besides seasonal collection, the luxury crystal brand produces collection in collaboration with famed artistic names. For example,…
Frederic Jouvenot’s Helios is the winner of the 1st Geneva Time Exhibition Superwatch Award 2011
Frédéric Jouvenot Helios winner watch pays tribute to the cult of the sun in the ancient world The Geneva Time Exhibition Superwatch Award – GTE 2011 jury unanimously voted Frédéric Jouvenot’s Helios as the most accomplished…
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