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.
Jean-Paul Guerlain, one of France’s foremost perfumers, was fined 6,000 euros over the “negre” racist remarks which were broadcast in 2010. The racist TV comments were said during an interview for France-2 television in which the perfumer explained how hard he worked to create his famous Samsara perfume. Jean-Paul Guerlain used the French term “negre”. … Read more
Hennes & Mauritz are plotting a new luxury line Swedish giant Hennes and Mauritz, the owner of H&M, COS, Monki and Cheap is branching into a luxury line. The Swedish retailer confirmed that a new luxury store chain will be launched in 2013 to broaden its offering. “We are making these long-term investments in order … Read more
Stefano Gabbana and Domenico Dolce, will appear as extras in Woody Allen’s To Rome With Love Stefano Gabbana and Domenico Dolce are set to appear in a cameo role in Allen’s new film, To Rome With Love , alongside Penelope Cruz, premiering in Rome on April 13. The creative duo were appeared also in Giuseppe … Read more
For Spring Summer 2012 campaign, Prada re-modelled actor Michael Pitt as a Golden Age of Hollywood studio icon in a striking series of performative portraits. Shot by world-renowned fashion and portrait photographer David Sims, the images of the Prada Spring/Summer 2012 menswear campaign are presented in rich tones and deeply saturated colours echoing 1950s studio … Read more
Shawish Jewellery from Switzerland are the creators of the world’s first all diamond ring. No precious-metal band like usual. The 150-carat ring that took a full year to carve is made entirely from a diamond. “It seemed impossible but we decided to embark in this adventure, to make a Dream come true” say brothers Mohamed … Read more
Hermès to unveil limited edition Hiroshi Sugimoto scarf line The third edition of the Hermès Editeur project is a limited edition scarf collaboration with Japanese photographer Hiroshi Sugimoto. Sugimoto’s limited edition silk scarves have been inspired by his “Colors of Shadow” project, and will be presented at the Art Basel contemporary art fair this June, … Read more