To be lucky, you must believe in luck – Van Cleef & Arpels Palais de la Chance

  “Pour avoir de la chance, il faut croire en la chance” (To be lucky, you have to believe in luck)”. In order to celebrate Jacques Arpels’ famous expression, in 2012, Van Cleef & Arpels opens the doors to the palace in which it has brought together 150 unique High Jewelry pieces. This Palais de … Read more

Clutches worth grabbing: Astor Crystal Lion Minaudiere

So clutch: Astor Crystal Lion Minaudiere Judith Leiber, the American luxury brand synonymous with minaudieres and flawless hand-craftsmanship, hasre-defined the accessories category with products that are on the cutting edge of high fashion, while always remaining timeless classics. For 2012 prefall season, the master of minaudieres’ turned the attention to the great and imposing Astor, … Read more

Aviator sunglasses turned 75

These sunglasses have graced the faces of some truly legendary characters. Initially introduced for the United States Army Air Corps, the Ray Ban aviators became a style staple for guys and girls, and movie stars. To its 75th anniversary, Ray Ban, the American brand of sunglasses founded in 1937 by Bausch & Lomb, has created a … Read more

De Beers Imaginary Nature high jewelry collection

All forms of nature are dependent on light. The transformative journey of earth to air holds particular significance for diamonds that, formed millions of years ago, are only now making their way to the light. The new Imaginary Nature creations from De Beers harness the energy of the natural world, producing a collection that exudes … Read more

Penelope Cruz announced as ambassador for Saks Fifth Avenue’s 2012 Key To The Cure Campaign

Actress Penelope Cruz has been named the EIF ambassador for Saks Fifth Avenue’s 2012 Key To The Cure campaign. In the 14 years since the inception of the Saks Fifth Avenue charity shopping weekend, the company, together with its vendors and partners, has raised $31 million for cancer research. Celebrated designer Carolina Herrera created a … Read more

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