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Pirelli Calendar 2013 – behind-the-scenes images The Pirelli Calendar‘s photographers have always immortalised a very sophisticated concept of beauty, mid-way between fashion and glamour. And every year the Cal offers a collection of images that interpret the concept of beauty in an original way, different to the previous year. In 2012 the Pirelli calendar will … Read more
The economy maybe in tatters in much of the world but luxury retail experiences in China just keeps on growing. On the occasion of Louis Vuitton’s 20th anniversary in China, the French luxury label is inaugurating its first Louis Vuitton Maison in mainland China to the public at Plaza 66 this coming Saturday (July 21). … Read more
Top 20 global retail rental markets: Hong Kong is the world’s most expensive shopping destination as significant inbound tourist flows and continued increases in domestic wealth fuels occupier demand from international fashion and luxury retailers, according to new research from global property advisor CBRE Group. The CBRE rankings of prime global retail rents saw … Read more
2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalists revealed Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler, Prabal Gurung, Derek Lam, Thakoon or French fashion designer Joseph Altuzarra, all are previous recipients of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund – an initiative that aims to promote and nurture emerging design talent in the U.S. The programme helped rising fashion talents with the combination … Read more
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Unveils Report on Global Spa Trends: “A successful spa concept on a global scale is one that offers reliable services across its portfolio while respecting regional differences” Generational use of spas, the overall impact of spas on hotels and the increasing significance of the male spa -goer are among key … Read more
Designing Bond’s look: 50 years of Bond style James Bond, world’s most influential and iconic movie brand, celebrates the 50th anniversary. The Barbican in London marks five decades of James Bond in film with an exhibition, showcasing the inside track of the design and style of the famed movie brand. “Designing 007″ transforms the Barbican, … Read more