Patricia Urquiola for Mandarin Oriental

The award-winning Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola, who was responsible for the distinctive interior design of Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona, has been re-commissioned to create the décor for the new rooms at Mandarin Oriental Barcelona, following the same avant-garde and cosmopolitan style that characterises the hotel, one of the most prestigious hotels in Europe. Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona … Read more

Rare blooms for spring arrangements

A native New Yorker, Alix Astir studied the art of floral design at the New York Botanical Garden and completed her training at the Ecole des Fleurs at the Hotel de Crillon. As a result, her company Trellis Fine Florals has become one of the most sought-after floral design firms in New York. This season, … Read more

Polo and Charities

In spite of how clubs and promoters of the game try to market it, polo remains a game of the rich. The sheer cost of the ponies alone separate the polo players apart from other sports enthusiasts. Maintaining those horses, with all the accompanying costs for play, typically may run $50,000 per year. Likewise, a … Read more

Our Spring-Summer toy boy

    Spring is on the horizon and it’s action-packed with a new collection of toy boys in strong graphics and fearlessly bold colors. Blocked, splattered, dotted or striped- the toy boy charges up with Jil Sander‘s neon jacquards and Burberry‘s pantone rainbow. He’s every girl’s dream man and he’s suited up for business. Stoic … Read more

The watches of 2014 Baselworld. Swiss-Made at its very best. Part I.

Watch novelties of the biggest watch and jewelry trade fair in the world. Preparations are in full swing for the latest edition of the world’s leading watch and jewellery event in 2014. From 27 March to 3 April 2014, more than 150,000 visitors and around 3,500 media representatives from all over the world are expected … Read more

J.P. Tod’s Sartorial Collection to feature Tod’s most exclusive shoes

Tradition reinvented with the most exclusive pairs of Tod’s. Tod’s is the symbol of impeccable and timeless elegance. The Italian icon of high-quality craftsmanship, goes back to its roots by presenting the J.P. Tod’s Sartorial Collection for men, a line featuring brand’s most exclusive products using the best leathers available in the world of fashion. The … Read more