Trompe l’oeil – an invitation into the great game of illusion

Trompe l’oeil– or art designed to trick the eye “Trompe-l’œil. Imitations, pastiches et autres illusions” (art designed to trick the eye) is the title of a new Paris exhibit (2 Feburary 2012–November 2013) exploring the history of illusion and pastiche, from ancient frescoes to fashion and the decorative arts. “It’s a game between the creator … Read more

Fashion Without Frontiers – Mugler Fall Winter 2012-2013

This year the French Fashion Federation choosed the newly facelifted Mugler house for the opening of the Paris Fashion Week 2012/2013. In his quest for MUGLER to be ‘Fashion Without Frontiers‘, Nicola Formichetti, in collaboration with Mugler’s head menswear designer, Romain Kremer, created a collection that expands the idea of male heroes and clothing archetypes … Read more

Effervescent and thrilling or sticky and chilling? 120-bottle Champagne baths with buttler service

Champagne Bath Menu for Valentine’s Day Valentine’s is not the only time to indulge in a romantic getaway with a loved one. Why not treat that special someone to an amazing Champagne experience that will never be forgotten. For 2012 Valentine’s Day you can take a champagne bath at London’s Cadogan hotel, the symbol of … Read more

2012 new hotels and resorts

The new hotels & resort of 2012 Bulgari Hotel, London Following the same lines as the original Bulgari hotel in Milan, the 78-room London hotel which will be run by Ritz-Carlton is scheduled to open in April on the site of the former Normandie Hotel in Knightsbridge, overlooking Knightsbridge Green. The Bulgari luxury hotel will … Read more

From Processed and Industrial to Farming and Organic: A New World Order?

The consumer’s call for all products – food, cosmetics and luxury – is identical: quality and no fear from health hazards inside those products. How will these industry groups follow the trend and respond to that consumer demand?  How can a vertical industry change to revert from processing to farming ? These are the questions … Read more