WWI centenary marked by Britain’s Imperial War Museum

‘From Street to Trench: A World War that Shaped a Region’: Britain’s Imperial War Museum’s first major exhibition marking the centenary of World War One.   The centenary of World War One is marked by the Britain’s Imperial War Museum with a first major exhibition offering personal insights into the conflict. Entitled ‘From Street to Trench: … Read more

Chanel and Mulberry bag prices have soared – but why?

Designer fashion prices are aimed at the phenomenally wealthy from Russia, China and the Middle East. Just walk away if you feel ripped off

The $395,000 Helicycle: From a three-wheeled motorcycle to a gyrocopter in 10 minutes

This personal single seat helicopter by Eagle R & D embodies all desirable features that could be engineered into a single machine. The two-seat flying vehicle constructed from carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum requires Sports Pilot Certificate and converts from a three-wheeled motorcycle to a gyrocopter in ten minutes. Designed to cruise at low altitudes … Read more

Luxury boutique Hotel Nobu Chicago to open early 2016

Nobu Hotel and Restaurant to enter the City of Chicago.   Nobu Hospitality lifestyle group announced plans for the development of the luxury boutique Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Chicago. The Nobu Hotel and Restaurant will be located in the West Loop on the corner of Randolph and Preoria Streets and is planned to open early … Read more

Slimane proves messiah for Saint Laurent devotees by reworking rock icons

Hedi Slimane’s latest collection for Saint Laurent goes back to the sixties with a mod theme and go-go boots on display

Christopher Kane’s first leather goods collection

2014 season saw the debut of Christopher Kane’s first, fully realized, leather goods collection. The neon, Kane’s double “safety buckle” fastening and his trademark piece, is present in all eight styles made in Italy using calfskin, alligator, and python. “It is all about the starting point, our heritage,” explained the Scottish fashion designer based in … Read more