Nokia to sell the luxury Vertu division

Nokia in talks to sell luxury Vertu unit-source Last December, Nokia, once the world’s dominant mobile phone provider, unveiled its plans to dispose of “non-core assets” and signalled its intention to sell the luxury arm Vertu. The cellphone maker talks with private equity group Permira were at an advanced stage on a possible sale which … Read more

When your initials are enough: Bottega Veneta introduces personalization

Bottega Veneta latest label to offer personalized small leather goods Under the famous motto “When your initials are enough”, Bottega Veneta fashion house enters into the realm of personalization and joins names such as Goyard, Prada, Louis Vuitton and Burberry Bespoke. Bottega Veneta introduced “Initials” on its woven pattern – a bespoke service allowing shoppers to adorn … Read more

Victoria Beckham’s Range Rover Evoque Special Edition – Quintessential British luxury

Range Rover Evoque Special Edition with Victoria Beckham Makes Global Debut in Beijing, China In July 2010, Victoria Beckham, winner of the coveted Designer Brand of the Year award at the 2011 British Fashion Awards, was appointed Creative Design Executive at Land Rover and has worked with the design team over the past 18 months … Read more

New Juste un Clou for Cartier & Aldo Cipullo, New York City in the 70s

Cartier celebrates opening of Cartier & Aldo Cipullo, New York City in the 70s Exhibition During the creative frenzy in New York of the 70s, Cartier luxury jewelry house  designed “Juste un Clou”, a jewelry collection that reflects the true spirit of those years – a style that is both modern and daring. In 2012, … Read more

Maroquinaris Zoologicae – an ephemeral Zoo by Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton at 5th Milan Fashion Design and 2012 Salone del Mobile The fantastic animals created by British Artist Billie Achilleos from Louis Vuitton small leather goods are on display in the store on Via Montenapoleone in Milan. During 5th Milan Fashion Design festival and 2012 Salone del Mobile, Louis Vuitton has created an enchanted, … Read more

Manolo Blahnik, Frida Giannini, Donatella Versace and Jean Paul Gaultier added to the line-up for the International Herald Tribune IHT Luxury Conference

Manolo Blahnik and Donatella Versace are just two of the latest stellar names to be added to the line-up for the International Herald Tribune (IHT) Luxury Conference in Rome on the 15thand 16th November, 2012, which will open with a keynote address from legendary designer Jean Paul Gaultier. Curated by IHT Fashion Editor, Suzy Menkes, … Read more