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.
1932: Chanel celebrates the 80th Anniversary of its first collection of high jewelry Chanel celebrates the 80th Anniversary of its first collection of High Jewelry created by Mademoiselle Chanel, “Bijoux de Diamants.” In 1932, at the request of the International Diamond Guild, Coco created “Bijoux de Diamants“, Chanel’s first collection of high jewelry. The diamonds were … Read more
Harry Winston Diamond Corporation Reports Fiscal 2012 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results Harry Winston Diamond Corporation announced its fourth quarter and year-end results for the period ending January 31, 2012. The annual results highlights include: Rough diamond production for the calendar year 2011 was 6.7 million carats compared to 6.5 million carats in the prior calendar … Read more
The clash of prints and vibrant colours Don’t be scared to mix and match this Spring/Summer season. Bright, tropical motifs with statement prints, this is the formula for Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen, Roberto Cavalli, Salvatore Ferragamo and Giambattista Valli. Choose versatile pieces that can be worn together or as separates to give a simple … Read more
Karl dresses. The Limited edition IroniK, artistiK and iconiK, the capsule collection of dresses from Karl, launched exclusively on net-a-porter, consists of five chiffon evening dresses with a “rock” edge and prices starting at 800 euros. Only 50 models of each dress will be available, as the Karl Lagerfeld conceived this limited edtion as collectors’ items. … Read more
Marc Jacobs is expanding its fashion & beauty empire wiht a new makeup range produced in partnership with beauty giants Sephora. “Anything to me that is part of the joy, the ritual, of getting dressed — things that women enjoy like bags, shoes, fragrance, clothes, makeup — that’s what fashion’s about for me,” the designer … Read more
Used for ropes, sticks and supporting beams, raffia fibres have many uses, especially in the area of textiles. The long thin fibre can be dyed and woven as a textile into products ranging from hats to shoes to decorative mats. These finely woven details give a nod to this season’s global traveller trend whilst also … Read more