Discover the world’s most coveted masterpieces. From fine horology and high jewelry to luxury beauty and bespoke fashion, we curate the artifacts of modern desire.
Bottega Veneta’s signature intrecciato woven leather and the luxury house’s masterful craftmanship has a dedicated book. Bottega Veneta published its first book Creative Director Tomas Maier’s understated yet rigorous design sensibility has become the hallmark of the Bottega Veneta brand, and the beautifully designed monograph, very much in keeping with his aesthetic, is the result … Read more
Richemont acquired Varin-Etampage and Varinor (‘VVSA’) Richemont, the Swiss luxury goods group, has acquired 100 % of the capital of VVSA in a private transaction with the shareholder group. Based in Delémont since 1962, VVSA is a high-end manufacturer of stamped exterior components for watches, gold refiner and producer of semi-finished precious metal products destined … Read more
Global High Net Worth Population Increases Slightly as Their Investable Wealth Declines Asia-Pacific becomes region with the most HNWIs, while North America retains the most HNWI wealth Asia-Pacific surpasses all regions with the largest HNWI population, while North America retains the most HNWI wealth, finds Pacific, Capgemini and RBC Wealth Management’s “World Wealth Report“, a … Read more
Christie’s auctions 76.02 carat Archduke Joseph diamond Archduke Joseph gem to fetch at least $15m at Christie’s auction Archduke Joseph, undoubtedly one of the rarest and most famous diamonds in the world, will be offered at a Christie’s auction in Geneva on 13 November 2012, with an expected price of more than $15 million/ 11.6 … Read more
Osiao: “Skin that reflects light is the truest beauty” Knowing that Eastern philosophy and Western science can be complementary in other fields, Estee Lauder applied the thinking to skin care and the pursuit of skin radiance. The culmination of years of pioneering innovation is Osiao, “a new brand developed for the unique needs of … Read more
Vertu Constellation Blue Vertu, the leading manufacturer of luxury mobile phones, handmade in the UK, and the Italian design company Italia Independent celebrated the launch of the new collection designed with Lapo Elkann, style icon and entrepreneur, president of LA Holding, Italia Independent and Independent Ideas. Blue has become the very soul of this … Read more