McLaren P1 supercar performance confirmed as first customer takes delivery

After a year of testing and refinement, McLaren reveals exactly how fast the groundbreaking P1 is. McLaren confirmed P1 performance figures as deliveries begin. Series production of the latest addition to the McLaren range commenced over the summer, and the first car, finished in a striking Volcano Yellow and contrasting visual carbon fibre, rolled off … Read more

2013 Christmas Book to make even the wildest dreams come true

A Selection of Fantasy Gifts and Experiences, Including a Limited-Edition Aston Martin, Indian Larry’s “Wild Child” Motorcycle, and a Forevermark Diamond Experience.   Bespoke Global Falconry Companion, $150,000. The arrival of the Neiman Marcus’ Christmas Book is considered by many to mark the official start of the holiday shopping season. The 87th edition of the … Read more

Van Cleef & Arpels’s Walska Briolette Diamond brooch to fetch US$8 million

An iconic jewel by Van Cleef & Arpels, known as “Walska Briolette Diamond” Brooch, could fetch US$8 million when it goes under the hammer at Sotheby’s “The Magnificent Jewels” auction in Geneva next month. The brooch showcases the historic “Walska Briolette Diamond“, a fancy vivid yellow diamond weighing 96.62 carats. One in the collection of … Read more

Best Bedroom at the Design et al International Design and Architecture Awards 2013

    The Award for Best Bedroom at the Design et al International Design and Architecture Awards 2013 went to Intarya the London based interior and architectural design firm. The International Design & Architecture Awards celebrate the best in interior design, architecture and innovation from throughout the world. Their aim is to celebrate design, recognize … Read more

Clermont luxury hotel brand enters the crowded luxury hospitality market

 New luxury hotel brand launches out of London. An ambitious plan of glh (Global Hotel Company) hopes to put the squeeze on well-established luxury brands like the Mandarin Oriental, the Ritz-Carlton, and The Four Seasons. The London-based global hotel subsidiary of the Singapore-listed GuocoLeisure Group, announced the launch of a new luxury hotel and private … Read more

3D art exhibition in a bottle

  Johnnie Walker Blue Label, one of the leading ultra-premium Scotch whisky, has created in conjunction with some of the most celebrated international contemporary artists and fashion designers a 3D art exhibition in a bottle. Using the latest in projection technology, a collection of artistic endeavours are showcased from within large format JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE … Read more