Luxury brands have continued to enjoy strong sales despite world economic concerns. French luxury group Hermes said to AFP it posted record sales of 2.8 billion euros in 2011, highlighting the resilience of luxury brands in the face of the weakening global economy. French luxury goods giant LVMH said last week it had enjoyed a … Read more
Jason Wu‘s dramatic show at New York Fashion Week featured a collection inspired partly by his Chinese roots. Jason Wu has been considered a strong up-and-comer since Michelle Obama wore a gown by the then-barely known designer to the presidential inaugural balls in 2008. Then came a Target deal that put a limited collection in … Read more
Tesla shows off Model X: its electric SUV with falcon-wing doors Carmaker to start production of Model X – which it claims has faster acceleration that a Porsche 911 – in late 2013 Tesla Motors has shown off a prototype of its Model X, a battery-powered SUV. Tesla Model X, which features what the company … Read more
Made-to-measure youthfulness for the face: Giorgio Armani Designer Lift Foundation Giorgio Armani introduced the next generation of made-to-measure youthfulness for the face – Giorgio Armani Designer Lift Smoothing and Firming Foundation. Just like in couture, the difference is in the details. The patented MICRO FIL Stretch Matrix acts as a flexible mesh providing comfort and … Read more
Madonna triumphs at 2012 Superbowl in Givenchy Costumes The fashionistas were more than happy to discover at the Superbowl 2012 3 haute couture costumes designed for Madonna by Riccardo Tisci. During the halftime of the game between the Giants and the Patriots, the queen of pop (52 years) offered a show worthy of her best. … Read more
Regent Porto Montenegro Hotel to open in May 2014 Regent to Open Luxury Hotel in Montenegro in 2014 – Superyacht Marina Village of Shops, Residences and Restaurants to Feature New Waterfront Hotel Regent turns its focus to Europe. The hotel group will open a luxury bespoke hotel in Porto Montenegro in May 2014. Located directly … Read more