The view from the front row: a history of the fashion show – photo essay

Once, photographers were banned from fashion shows, with designers suspecting they were spies. Today, fashion shows are a multimillion-dollar global business. As London fashion week begins, we cart the evolution of the fashion show, from secret salons to the snap-happy Instagram era

Natalia Vodianova’s Elbi and its Love Button with Apple Pay to create real impact for global charitable causes

Natalia Vodianova’s Elbi Charity App Turns Social Media Likes and Loves into Charitable Giving with Apple Pay.   Elbi, the app that revolutionized giving by bringing together people, brands and charities to make philanthropy simple and rewarding, announced that it is offering an easy, secure and private way to donate with Apple Pay. Elbi was … Read more

The newly opened Executive Hotel Le Soleil New York recognized as one of the finest hotels in New York

  Coveted throughout the hotel and hospitality industry, the AAA Four Diamond rating for lodging is awarded to less than four percent of luxury establishments in North America. The Executive Hotel le Soleil New York joins a select group of AAA Four Diamond Award winners. The newly opened Executive Hotel Le Soleil New York , … Read more

Sotheby’s is Strengthening its Position in the Market for Vintage and Antique Furniture

  Sotheby’s Expands E-Commerce Program and acquires Viyet, the Online Marketplace for Interior Design.     Viyet is the online marketplace for interior design specializing in vintage and antique furniture, decorative objects and accessories. Viyet’s business model complements Sotheby’s existing suite of auction and private sale services at the high end of this market, providing … Read more

Maximus Kerbedanz – the largest “tourbillon” for wristwatch of the world

The world’s largest tourbillon cage measures 27 mm across.   Maximus, in antiquity, was a key word wherever grandeur and splendor were being expressed. In 2017, the term has taken on a new, masterly dimension with Maximus designed by Neuchâtel-based Kerbedanz luxury watch manufacture. With its 27-millimeter cage, which is almost twice the size of … Read more