Meant to last: travelling and writing by Goyard

  The year 2012 proved eventful for French Luxury trunk maker Goyard, the oldest Parisian trunk maker still in business, especially in terms of new boutique openings. Within a few months, three new retail spaces opened in three of the world’s fastest-growing metropolises: Shanghai, Sao Paolo and Taipei. Sao Paulo remains the only Goyard boutique … Read more

Versace’s Grecian goddesses for 2013 spring summer

Kate Moss becomes a Grecian goddess for Versace new Women’s and Men’s Spring / Summer 2013 Campaign directed by Giovanni Bianco and shot in London by Mert Alas & Marcus Piggot. Kate Moss is accompanied by Daria Werbowy, Joan Smalls, Edward Wilding, Kacey Carring, and Veit Couturier. “To have three glamorous and iconic women like … Read more

Best of luxury: the most beautiful swimsuits

  The sirens of the seas choose these swimwear brands to capture even more attention when waving in the sea or in the swimming pools. The effect of this swimwsuits relies on smart textiles, perfect details and patterns that help to enhance physical assets and disguise an imperfection. Andres Sarda A joyful child of Barcelona, … Read more

Global diamond demand to outpace supply

Worldwide Diamond Consumption to Surge by More Than 60 Percent by End of Decade Global diamond demand will outpace supply, signaling solid pricing prospects and a strong positive outlook for the industry overall, according to the 2012 Global Diamond Industry Report, released by global business consulting firm Bain & Company. A surge in rough diamond … Read more

Treccani Milano’s Italian greyhound adds luxury bags to its repertoire

Treccani Milano, best known for its custom-made men’s and women’s leather shoes and boots, launches a ready-to-wear leather purses that are handmade in Italy. Those with classic, refined style can enhance their wardrobes with bags made of sumptuous leathers ranging from ostrich to baby calf to alligator in a wide selection of colours. For a … Read more

Sweet wines, high-end beers, digital drinks and unexpected flavors to shape the drinks business in 2013

2013 adult beverage trends   The sweet wine trend continues, with varietals including Moscato showing up in table wines and in pink sparklers on menus, according to the Top 10 Adult Beverage Trends for 2013 issued by Technomic, a premier resource for actionable adult beverage information. Red blends also proliferate, delivering a range of flavor … Read more