Medieval Lingerie: String bikini 500 years ago

  Scientists of Innsbruck University made a discovery that totally rewrites fashion history. An archaeological find in Austria revealed extremely well preserved linen fragments that resemble modern bras and knickers. The undergarments were among almost 3,000 fragments of clothing found in Lengberg Castle in East Tyrol during recent renovations. It is believed that women did not … Read more

How to turn a guy’s head: Mansory Carbonado Lamborghini Aventador‎

Mansory Carbonado Lamborghini Aventador‎- a Black Diamond in carbon fiber Carbonado, or the “Black Diamond”, is a natural diamond found in in Central African Republic and Brazil. Its natural colour is black or dark grey. The stone was a source of inspiration for the latest Mansory Carbonado Lamborghini Aventador‎ dressed in carbonfibre. The German tuner … Read more

Pirelli Calendar 2013, Adriana Lima the first pregnant woman

Pirelli Calendar 2013 – behind-the-scenes images The Pirelli Calendar‘s photographers have always immortalised a very sophisticated concept of beauty, mid-way between fashion and glamour. And every year the Cal offers a collection of images that interpret the concept of beauty in an original way, different to the previous year. In 2012 the Pirelli calendar will … Read more

Louis Vuitton inaugurates the 16th Maison in Shanghai

The economy maybe in tatters in much of the world but luxury retail experiences in China just keeps on growing. On the occasion of Louis Vuitton’s 20th anniversary in China, the French luxury label is inaugurating its first Louis Vuitton Maison in mainland China to the public at Plaza 66 this coming Saturday (July 21). … Read more

Hong Kong and New York remain world’s most expensive retail destinations

Top 20 global retail rental markets:   Hong Kong is the world’s most expensive shopping destination as significant inbound tourist flows and continued increases in domestic wealth fuels occupier demand from international fashion and luxury retailers, according to new research from global property advisor CBRE Group. The CBRE rankings of prime global retail rents saw … Read more

The new toy kingdom: 4D adventure though six individual worlds

An enchanted forest, intergalactic science lab, a sweet emporium and a toy ‘grand canyon’, all can be found at the latest Harrods’ hotspot for children’s toys and books. The new toy kingdom, a 26,000-square-foot multi-sensory department opened at London’s Harrods takes the children on a 4D adventure though six individual worlds: The Big Top, The … Read more