June 2016 - Page 18 of 24

Paul Smith celebrates 40 years of punk

December 25, 2019June 10, 2016 by Editorial Team

As part of Punk.London, the celebration to mark the 40th anniversary of punk, the designer kicks off the London Collections Men schedule with an exhibition of photographs by Derek Ridgers that document the era

World of Diamonds: The Jane Seymour – a beyond rare blue diamond ring

September 18, 2019June 10, 2016 by Editorial Team

A blue diamond celebrity ring like no other. What I admire at diamonds, besides their rarity and enchantment, is the unique personality and the mystic aura. Each brilliant is a time machine and an amazing symbol of beauty transcending time, a symbol of eternity, strength, and of course-everlasting love. God of Mines himself put in … Read more

World’s Most Magnificent and Historic Experiences: Baccarat Heritage Takes You to Three Continents

June 9, 2016June 9, 2016 by Editorial Team

Baccarat unveiled a once in a lifetime global experience. Baccarat, the oldest and greatest crystal manufacturer in the world, unveiled the details of a voyage around the world, an exclusive experience designed to immerse travellers in the world of Baccarat and deliver a once in a lifetime global experience. Baccarat Heritage Experience takes guests to … Read more

Alessandro Michele, Michael Kors, Beyoncé, Marc Jacobs, and Thom Browne – the big winners of the 2016 CFDA Fashion Awards

June 9, 2016 by Editorial Team

Winners Announced At The 2016 CFDA Fashion Awards.

The Womenswear Designer of the Year honors went to Marc Jacobs, presented by Claire Danes. The award for Menswear Designer of the Year was presented to Thom Browne by Alexander Skarsgård. Rachel Mansur and Floriana Gavriel for Mansur Gavriel took home the Accessory Designer of the Year Award, presented by Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson.

“The CFDA Fashion Awards are about celebrating creativity, innovation and achievement in the industry, but also about bringing our fashion family together,” said Diane von Furstenberg, Chairwoman of the CFDA.

“Tonight, we have come together to honor the best and brightest talents and bring recognition to all of American fashion. We would like to thank Nadja Swarovski and Swarovski for fifteen years of a collaboration that continues to guide and inspire us,” said Steven Kolb, President and CEO of the CFDA.

Nadja Swarovski, Member of the Swarovski Executive Board, announced the launch of the ‘Swarovski Emerging Talent Award Mentorship Program’ in collaboration with the CFDA – an initiative designed to develop strong and impactful relationships for the Swarovski Award winners.

Karlie Kloss and Ansel Elgort presented the three Swarovski Awards for emerging talent.

The Swarovski Award for Womenswear was given to Brandon Maxwell.
The Swarovski Award for Menswear was presented to Alex, Matthew, and Samantha Orley, for Orley.
The Swarovski Award for Accessory Design went to Paul Andrew .

In addition to participating in the new Swarovski Emerging Talent Award Mentorship Program, recipients in each category will receive generous financial support from the company as well as exposure to the company’s vast and innovative crystal products and applications for fashion.

The Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Norma Kamali by Michael Kors.

The Founder’s Award in honor of Eleanor Lambert was presented to Donna Karan by Calvin Klein.

The Media Award in honor of Eugenia Sheppard was presented to Imran Amed of The Business of Fashion by Alexa Chung.

Alessandro Michele of Gucci was recognized with this year’s International Award, presented by Anna Wintour.

The highest train journeys on Earth with South America’s first luxury sleeper train

June 9, 2016 by Editorial Team

Belmond Andean Explorer is Peru’s First Luxury Sleeper Train. From May 2017, South America’s first luxury sleeper train will traverse the Peruvian Andes from Cusco to Lake Titicaca and Arequipa to deliver the highest train journeys on Earth. Belmond Andean Explorer in Peru luxury sleeper train is owned by PeruRail, a 50%/50% joint venture between … Read more

A tempting reason to re-visit Paris: the new top-to-bottom restored Ritz Paris

June 9, 2016June 9, 2016 by Editorial Team

The reopening of Ritz Paris offers travelers a tempting reason to visit Paris in 2016. The 117-year-old landmark closed in 2012 for a top-to-bottom restoration by celebrated architect and designer Thierry W. Despont. The luxury hotel now features a 50-50 ratio of suites to rooms, a renovated Bar Hemingway, dedicated to the novelist and frequent guest, the world’s first and only Chanel Spa, and a tunnel from the parking facility to the hotel for private VIP entrances. Behind the walls, the latest in technology has been added throughout the hotel while great care has been taken to ensure that “the Ritz will always be the Ritz.”

Located on Place Vendôme in the heart of Paris, Ritz Paris reopens with 142 accommodations, an impressive 71 of which are suites. Fifteen suites are named in honor of famed hotel guests, including Ernest Hemingway, the Duke of Winsor, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Coco Chanel, who resided at the Ritz Paris for 34 years. Accommodations are furnished with museum-quality antiques that have been expertly restored, and bathrooms offer TVs, heated floors, plus a separate shower and bath. Two lush gardens span a city block, providing hotel guests with an oasis in the city’s center. A retractable roof and heated floors enable guests to dine on the terrace year round.

The luxury property offers three restaurants and three bars, including L’Espadon for a gastronomic experience under the direction of Chef Nicolas Sale; a magnetic gathering and dining spot called Bar Vendome; a new informal bistro named the Ritz Bar; the beloved Bar Hemingway; and the Salon Proust, a new lobby feature with book-lined walls and afternoon tea service. The two-story Ritz Club, renovated extensively, is the world’s only spa with an area dedicated to the Chanel art of skincare. Guests will enjoy a neoclassic indoor swimming pool, hammam and sauna, and state-of-the-art fitness facilities.

Travelers who reserve their stay through Virtuoso.com will exclusively receive a generous offering of complimentary benefits like round-trip limo airport transfers with VIP greeting at the airplane door and express customs service, no set check-in and check-out time, room upgrade guaranteed at time of booking, signature breakfast for two in the restaurant L’Espadon, and fiber optic internet.