Largest collection of old liquors in the world went up for sale

Dutchman to sell rare 250-year-old liquor collection 5,000 rare bottles of cognac, whisky, armagnac and other liquors, some dating back to the French Revolution, are to be sold for a total estimated price of six million euros. Dutch collector Van der Bunt, 63, inherited part of the collection from his father and grandfather and stored … Read more

Chloe Spring Summer 2012 bags & accessories

Chloé Spring Summer 2012 bags play on the softness of leather This Spring Summer 2012 season Chloé plays on the softness of leather. The stars of the bags & accessories collection area mini clutch with extra-wide strap, an oversized clutch, a new shoulder chain bag and a big tote. The beautiful textures, from sensual soft … Read more

Dining & skating: the pop-up menu at Plaza Athénée Paris

Paris hotel Plaza Athénée launches pop-up menu on miniature skating rink During the winter season Parisian Plaza Athénée’s Garden Courtyard is covered in ice to create an ice rink of almost 100 square metres. The ice rink gives children a safe place to skate (with an instructor who can even give them some tuition) while their … Read more

LVMH bought 10 percent stake in China fashion maker Ochirly

LVMH has acquired a 10 per cent stake in China fashion maker Ochirly French luxury giant LVMH has acquired through private equity arm L Capital, a 10 percent stake in mainland fashion maker Ochirly. The deal is worth US$200 million. Ochirly, established in late 1990s, currently operates about 200 retail outlets across the mainland and … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Elena Garcia – eco designer and owner Elena Garcia Eco-Couture

Born in Spain but based in London since 1992, Elena Garcia originally trained as a linguist, specialising in Public Services Interpreting. Her interpreter’s job has led her to work with many local groups and has made her aware of the problems faced by migrant communities and people in penitentiary institutions. Following her passion for design, … Read more