The Jaguar Suite opened at 51 Buckingham Gate, London is a collaboration between two TATA-owned companies, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces and Jaguar. The sleek design of this 1,832 square foot, two-bedroom abode alludes to classic and contemporary Jaguar models, from the legendary 1960’s E-type to the state-of-the art C-X75. Overseen by Jaguar Design Director … Read more
Bentley super-luxury SUV confirmed Luxury Brit brand Bentley has confirmed it will offer a new uber-luxury SUV model that could be offered with both V12 and plug-in hybrid powertrains. A uber luxury SUV built to Bentley standards would change the way buyers think about soft-roaders. Having a hybrid version of the SUV would be “helpful”, … Read more
The ritual of a woman’s makeup is a very sensual act that captures your attention and imagination. Quality is important, but the image and packaging plays an important role. Guided by the example of colleagues Tom Ford and Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana extends its Animalier makeup collection. From September, to the existing Animalier Face Bronzer … Read more
Marriott to Develop New York City’s Tallest Hotel Marriott International, Inc. will develop the Courtyard and Residence Inn Manhattan/Central Park, a soaring, new 68-story property housing two distinctly different hotels – the 378-room Courtyard by Marriott hotel and the 261-room Residence Inn by Marriott hotel — at 1717 Broadway (at 54th Street). The multi-million dollar … Read more
Rocker Lenny Kravitz joins famed hotel designer Philippe Starck to develop a vision for the much-awaited SLS hotel in Miami’s South Beach at 17th and Collins Avenue. SLS is the brainchild of Sam Nazarian, who started as an Los Angeles nightclub operator but with his company “sbe” has been shaking up L.A.’s restaurant and hotel … Read more
German luxury carmaker BMW presented two electric models, signalling its arrival to a segment that is key to the industry’s fortunes. The all-electric i3 is aimed at the urban car market and should hit dealerships in 2012. The hybrid i8 is due for delivery in 2014 and is more geared towards high-performance auto enthusiasts. “This … Read more