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The average spending of China’s high net worth individuals decreased by 15%
Hurun Report releases Chinese Luxury Consumer Survey 2014 and Hurun Best of the Best Awards 2014. According to Hurun Report Chinese Luxury Consumer Survey 2014, the average spending of China’s high net worth individuals has decreased by 15%, with spending on gift giving down by a dramatic 25%. HNWIs are busier than ever. They…
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Corby’s Lot No. 40 named Canadian Whisky of the Year
Corby’s Lot No. 40, a whisky that was first distilled seven generations ago, was named the best Canadian whisky in the world at the fourth annual Canadian Whisky Awards at the Victoria Whisky Festival in Victoria, B.C. Other whisky top winners include Alberta Premium Dark Horse, Forty Creek Heart of Gold, Masterson’s Straight Rye Whiskey,…
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Polo and Business – introduction
Sports used to be a healthy diversion for us. The amateur status was held in high esteem based on the ethos sana in corpore sano, meaning “a sound mind in a sound body.” In sports, professionalism was frowned upon. Somewhere along the line all that changed. Sports became big business. In 1968 the major tennis…
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Top 5 World’s Most Expensive Pens
If you think about it, almost any ordinary household item can easily become a great example of luxury and sophistication as long as it is made using luxurious materials or is adorned with precious stones. This is particularly true for writing instruments, but since the widespread use of computers is slowly making handwriting obsolete, high-end…
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Favorite movie stars of the year
America’s Favorite Movie Star. Age, region, gender and political party and leanings can often mean different favorite movie stars, but this year, one actor seems to be more universally loved than in previous years, according to the results of the annual Harris Poll. Tom Hanks is again America’s Favorite Movie Star, a title he…
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Formal Luxury Jewelry Trends for 2014
Jewelry has been the ultimate source of luxury for both men and women since the beginning of time. Jewelry pieces last forever and are often passed on to generations as heirloom pieces. This is why it is recommended to opt for timeless and classic styles of formal jewelry that will never go out of fashion.…