Shang Xia, “Hermès Made in China” arrives in Paris

French luxury group Hermès plans to open a shop of its brand “Shang Xia” in the district of Saint-Germain-des-Prés by the end of the year. To date, the brand operates in Shanghai where it was launched in late 2010. Shang Xia in Paris will open at a highly prized strategic location, not to disorient the … Read more

Westin is to roll out a global revamp of its health and fitness centers

As part of an attempt to tackle upscale competitors such as Crowne Plaza, Westin will make over gyms and fitness centers at all of its 186 properties this year. As part of the scheme, Westin will become the first hotel chain to use ActiViva lighting, fluorescent tube designed by lighting giant Philips which contains a … Read more

Love Tastes Like This: Made-to-Order Sparkling Red Velvet Cupcake

Valentine’s Day ideas: Cupcakes Gourmet Rolls Out the $55,000 Sparkling Red Velvet Cupcake The Made-to-Order Red Velvet Cupcake Features an 8-Carat Diamond Engagement Ring From Warwick Jewelers “To say, ‘Will you marry me?’ or ‘I love you’ with a diamond ring and a cupcake is simply romantic. Philadelphia’s couture cupcake shop, Cupcakes Gourmet (named by … Read more

Fashion Without Frontiers – Mugler Fall Winter 2012-2013

This year the French Fashion Federation choosed the newly facelifted Mugler house for the opening of the Paris Fashion Week 2012/2013. In his quest for MUGLER to be ‘Fashion Without Frontiers‘, Nicola Formichetti, in collaboration with Mugler’s head menswear designer, Romain Kremer, created a collection that expands the idea of male heroes and clothing archetypes … Read more

From Processed and Industrial to Farming and Organic: A New World Order?

The consumer’s call for all products – food, cosmetics and luxury – is identical: quality and no fear from health hazards inside those products. How will these industry groups follow the trend and respond to that consumer demand?  How can a vertical industry change to revert from processing to farming ? These are the questions … Read more

Central Park West by Bond No 9

Bond No. 9 made a new scent of New York. The legendary niche perfume manufacturer’s mission is to restore artistry to perfumery, and to mark every New York neighborhood with a scent of its own. Bond No. 9 introduces a new fragrance inspired by New York’s city parks. Central Park West will be available for … Read more