U.S. wine consumption continues to shine led by sweet wines, un-oaked chards and red blends. U.S. wine industry grew 1.9% last year to reach 318.0 million 9-liter cases, according to The Beverage Information Group‘s recently released 2013 Wine Handbook. As the economy continued to stabilize in 2012, wine consumption increased for the 19th straight year. … Read more
Experience the beauty and allure of pearls. Pearls have long been associated with wealth, royalty and glamour. This autumn London’s Victoria and Albert Museum and the Qatar Museums Authority explore the history of pearls from the early Roman Empire through to present day. The exhibition has dedicated areas for “Pearl fishing in the … Read more
Some “Home-spiration”: intelligent functionality and beautiful design. This week, London’s Harrods luxury department store welcomed BK Yoon president of Samsung UK to unveil the Samsung Home Innovation living space. Working with world famous interior designers, Samsung has created a premium showcase of their latest home appliances. Guests are able to experience a premium … Read more
“The Good Food Guide 2014: The UK’s Top 10 Restaurants announced. Seasonal, fresh and organic ingredients brought Chef Simon Rogan’s farm-to-table restaurant L’Enclume (located in Cartmel, Cumbria, England) the title of the best restaurant in UK, a recognition of the editors of “The Good Food Guide,” the UK’s best selling restaurant guide since 1951. … Read more
Formality has never been so informal? Elegance is not about being noticed, it’s about being remembered, says Giorgio Armani, the designer who debuts as the face of his own Giorgio Armani Made to Measure line, a collection synonymous with “absolute precision and perfection”. “I like the idea of being its testimonial, wearing a jacket and a … Read more
Chanel and Clinique are leading the way in luxury beauty: Euromonitor International. Economy, Standard, Premium or Luxury? Brand Perceptions Around the World. Different markets and regions have completely different perceptions of luxury brands. According to Euromonitor market researcher, the perception of brands as luxurious and trends in buying behaviours differ between developed and emerging markets … Read more