Most valuable luxury beauty brands

Top 50 Cosmetics Brands: Find out what the best cosmetics brands are Despite the ongoing economic difficulties in many parts of the world, the beauty industry continues to defy the downturn. NPD, R&D and the creation of new brands in the beauty sector is outstripping many other consumer industries and the outlook from analysts is largely … Read more

Stellar leading golf opportunities in Europe

The Leading Hotels of the World, the largest luxury hotel collection (more than 430 of the world’s greatest properties in over 80 countries), invites us to pack our clubs and start planning the next golf holiday. LHW introduces a host of golf courses for those not playing the masters. Here are some of the best … Read more

Azzam – the world’s largest private yacht revealed

The world’s largest private-owned superyacht, costing an estimated £450 million, was officially launched in Germany , announced Boat International Media. Code-named “Project Azzam”, this 590ft long superyacht is believed to have been built for a Saudi billionaire. It dwarfs Eclipse, the current holder of “the world’s biggest private yacht”, owned by Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich, … Read more

St. Regis kicks off the 2013 Polo Season with Prince Harry and Nacho Figueras on the polo field

St. Regis 2013 Polo Season St. Regis Hotels & Resorts has long been associated with the world of polo, beginning at the turn of the last century when polo matches on Manhattan’s Governors Island were the highlight of the New York social calendar and where St. Regis’ founding family, the Astors, were a prominent fixture. … Read more

Fashion-forward men’s vegan shoes

The ethical credentials of vegan footwear are obvious to most. Backed by recognition from the Vegan Society and synergising High Fashion and Ethical Concern, NoHarm (leading the ethical consumerism way since 2004) is continuing its heritage of offering vegan shoes that compare to the highest quality leather shoes made in Italy. The new Vegan Shoes … Read more

The world needs science, science needs women. “UNESCO For Women in Science” celebrates its 15th anniversary

  Throughout the world, exceptional women are at the heart of major scientific advances. For 15 years, they have received our support to continue to move science forward and to inspire future generations. Each year, the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science program honors and brings together remarkable women whose research contributes to changing the world: … Read more