Prada to develop fragrances under the Miu Miu name

Coty to build a worldwide fragrance business for Miu Miu   Miu Miu‘s first entree into the world of prestige fragrances was announced by Coty and Prada Group. The two companies signed an exclusive partnership to create, develop and distribute a signature line of fragrances under the Miu Miu name. Created in 1993, Miu Miu – … Read more

Bijoux de sentiments: Chaumet Hortensia seen by Sophie Marceau

Blooming days: Chaumet Hortensia. Chaumet Hortensia new collection seen by Sophie Marceau.    The latest high jewelry collection from Chaumet luxury jeweler features an imaginary garden full of refined and complex flower – the hortensia. With its infinite varieties, this jewel-like bloom is interpreted and cut in clusters or cascades, with a subtle geometry of round … Read more

Japan. Tourism awards galore in 2013

  Japan jumped into the spotlight when Tokyo was chosen as the host city for both the 2020 summer Olympics and Paralympics, but the tourism industry has also acknowledged key elements that make Japan such a superb leisure destination, with awards that honor the country’s unique cuisine and efforts to preserve traditional architecture and traditions. … Read more

Robert De Niro – restaurant investor in Shanghai

Famed actor Robert De Niro and his partners plan to develop a 850,000-square-foot property project on Shanghai’s mean streets. The complex will include a five-star boutique hotel, fine dining by internationally recognized restaurateurs and major retail and cultural institutions in the historic Bund district. The major hospitality, dining and cultural destination – called Project 179 … Read more

Ducati’s 1199 Superleggera – the highest power-to-weight ratio ever seen in a production motorcycle

The new dream bike is 1199 Superleggera: l’essenza della leggerezza. The most exclusive and desirable Ducati ever made. The Ducati 1199 Superleggera with record power-to-weight ratio is the main attraction on Ducati’s stand at the 2013 Milan Motorcycle Show. The limited edition Ducati features 200hp Superquadro engine and 155kg magnesium chassis, making it the highest power-to-weight … Read more