Vivienne Westwood put art in the service of sustainable development. At the launch of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP)’s new ‘GreenUp’ initiative, conceived to bring the Green Economy closer to Europeans, British fashion designer Vivienne Westwood unveiled a ‘Tree-shirt’ to raise funds for re-connecting Europe’s forests. Forests across the globe will be central to combating … Read more
The way is the goal: driving experience meeting the highest expectations High-grade vehicle concept on a modern, maritime theme With the Mercedes-Benz Viano Vision Pearl showcar, presented at this year’s International Motor Show (IAA) in September, Mercedes-Benz demonstrates what is possible in the van sector. A full leather interior in white/grey, wood floor, brushed aluminium … Read more
Tom Ford opens women’s store in luxury-loving Russia Fashion designer Tom Ford has opened his first women’s clothes store in Moscow, giving a confidence boost to Russia’s reviving luxury goods market. The 50-year-old Ford said he was not phased by the prospects of another economic recession in Russia, which previously ranked as the fourth-largest buyer … Read more
Louis Vuitton opened its first Island Maison at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore on 18th September this year. Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Peter Marino,this new luxury shopping paradise will sit directly on water, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the bay. It will not be just a luxury house of fashion, but a space that also incorporate art and … Read more
Fendi presents 60s collection Fendi showed a 60s-inspired Spring – Summer 2012 collection at Milan Fashion Week event. Karl Lagerfeld took the luxury label back in time to the glamorous Mary Quant era – and their show-stopping runway didn’t disappoint. The women sported wonderfully coiffed hair, which was teased in bouffant-like beehives, teamed with silver … Read more
Audi is introducing a new, exclusive model – the A8 L Security. The long-wheelbase high-security version of the A8 meets the strictest guidelines in force for civilian vehicles, with a host of special security features available in addition to its heavy armoring. At sales launch Audi will offer the W12 engine, with another unit to … Read more