Speaking about luxury with Anne Fontaine – founder Anne Fontaine

Anne Fontaine was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro. At a young age she developed a passion for the protection of the environment and took off on an adventure across Brazil. She spent several months in Amazonia, living at the heart of an indigenous tribe that would initiate her into their customs and instill her with a … Read more

FiFi Awards top ten finalists

Fragrances of the year and media campaign of the year: FiFi Awards top ten finalists In May, The US Fragrance Foundation organizes the annual “FiFi” Awards Ceremonies. The American “FiFi” Award was conceived in 1973 by then President, Annette Green, to acknowledge and honor the creativity of the fragrance industry. In 1993, the first annual European … Read more

Spice up your spring-summer wardrobe

Spice up your spring-summer wardrobe with ethnic influences Soak up the light sunshine Tribal prints, exotic colors and vintage details are the perfect accompaniment for Spring Summer wardrobe. The timeless global traveler is honored in Roberto Cavalli, Burberry Prorsum, John Galliano and Lanvin collections that have integrated exotic elements. Look at the band of dreamers … Read more

IroniK, artistiK and iconiK. The capsule collection of dresses from Karl

Karl dresses. The Limited edition IroniK, artistiK and iconiK, the capsule collection of dresses from Karl, launched exclusively on net-a-porter, consists of five chiffon evening dresses with a “rock” edge and prices starting at 800 euros. Only 50 models of each dress will be available, as the Karl Lagerfeld conceived this limited edtion as collectors’ items. … Read more

Bright pumps: 12 flats to add a little summer to your step

Add a little Spring to your step with these fab flats that are guaranteed to make you feel brighter. LuisaViaRoma‘s selection (clockwise from top) is a foray into the designers collections, which all have chosen to include at least a pair of colorful flats. 1. Orange Patent Eddie Flats. TORY BURCH – EDDIE PATENT BALLERINA … Read more

From cheap and chic to high-end: H&M to launch new retail chain

Hennes & Mauritz are plotting a new luxury line Swedish giant Hennes and Mauritz, the owner of H&M, COS, Monki and Cheap is branching into a luxury line. The Swedish retailer confirmed that a new luxury store chain will be launched in 2013 to broaden its offering. “We are making these long-term investments in order … Read more