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.
UK manufacturing skills a lure for luxury brands The last fifteen years have seen a dramatic fall in UK manufacturing as emerging markets have become more competitive. Oxford Economics estimate that the value of UK fashion manufacturing has fallen by two-thirds since 1995. More recently, however, some companies have started to see the benefits of … Read more
World’s first Muslim modeling agency to target Gulf talent Bringing Muslims to mainstream – covered is the new couture Designers Victoria Beckham have used Islamic influences in their latest collections for 2012 and Muslim models Hanaa Ben Abdesslem from Tunisia and Hindi Sahlial from Morocco have had success on the New York catwalks. Muslim fashion … Read more
Here are some of the new horological creations present at the 2012 BASELWORLD Fair – the World Watch and Jewellery Show. The fair is expecting 1,815 brands on 160,000 sqm from all over the world: CHOPARD L.U.C. Quattro watch Chopard’s prestigious L.U.C 98.01-L manufacture movement with four barrels has a new luxury showcase. The refined … Read more
Dior Haute Joaillerie book The jewelry is timeless, unlike those who wear them. “We are mortal, but jewelry remain,” says Victoire de Castellane, one of the most creative and fearless jewelry designers in the world and creative designer at Dior Haute Joaillerie. Since launching Dior Fine Jewelry in 1998, Victoire de Castellane has been celebrated … Read more
The Japanese word “KEN“, meaning “Strong and Healthy”, “Well-being / Bien-Etre”, was the perfect embodiment of the Lee Gilbert‘s eco-conscious project aiming to offer “The ultimate in Innovative SPA Experiences for MEN”. With over 25 years of experience in the Film & Television Arts & cosmetics and aesthetic industries and specialties in branding unique protocols, … Read more
Instant make-up… without make-up! Panasonic and Kanebo invent the digital make-up snapshot Latest innovation from Japan A new photo retouch function invented by Japanese cosmetics giant Kanebo Cosmetics in partnership with Panasonic creates the illusion of make-up on photos. Actually, Panasonic’s Lumix digital cameras have been upgraded with a further evolution of the portrait retouch … Read more