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.
First look at Jimmy Choo’s arty collab with Rob Pruitt High-end shoe label Jimmy Choo revealed the first images of the collaboration with contemporary artist Rob Pruitt announced back in April. The iconic Jimmy Choo Anouk pump was reimagined with the Pruitt’s signature use of dégradé color overlaid with French lace. The range of accessories … Read more
The royal diamonds on show at Buckingham Palace Diamond, the hardest natural material known, carries associations of endurance and longevity. These qualities, allied to the purity, magnificence and value of the stones, have for centuries led rulers to deploy diamonds in regalia, jewellery and precious objects. London’s Buckingham Palace celebrates Queen Elizabeth II’s diamond jubilee … Read more
Once again haute couture is considered to be a safe haven in a recession-plagued economy. Far from the classic couture environs of Paris, Dolce & Gabbana announced it will launch a couture collection, following in the footsteps of Armani and Versace. To maintain the very private allure of the couture, to avoid critics and all … Read more
Hermes Arceau Pocket Amazones – the very essence of the Hermès style A pocket watch inspired by a tie designed by Henri d’Origny, Arceau Pocket Amazones exudes nobility and shows centuries-old hand-crafted expertise successfully mastered by Hermes. Grand feu enamelling (enamels at a temperature of around 800°C), miniature painting and paillonné (spangled) techniques are all … Read more
The first of its kind, the inaugural L2’s Digital IQ Index: Fragrance report benchmarks the digital competence of global fragrance brands, looking at 350 data points across four dimensions: Site, Digital Marketing, Social Media, and Mobile. L2’s Digital IQ Index: Fragrance study attempts to quantify the digital competence of 63 fragrance brands, and, as always, … Read more
On the occasion of the XXVIth Biennale des Antiquaires at the Grand Palais in September in Paris, the Maison Boucheron will present its new High Jewelry collection. A path of discovery through more than 150 years of history, “L’Artisan du Rêve”, is a journey through the heart of the Maison’s archives. Each major piece echoes an … Read more