Britain’s fashion awards makes nod to youth and internationalism
Renamed awards – the ‘British’ is no more – also inaugural fundraiser for scholarship for design students and apprentices
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A $14,000 perfume journey into Bond No. 9’s space odyssey
Bond No. 9 reveals $14,000 Star-Studded Swarovski Galactic Perfume Coffret. Spoil yourself (or someone else) in these scintillating fragrances. A crystal reflects the light that shines into it. Perfume and crystals make a perfect pair, especially during Holidays. For Holidays 2016, Bond No. 9 is dressing an entire “star-studded galaxy of eaux de parfum rich in … Read more
Marie-Hélène De Taillac infuses magic to Baccarat’s colored crystal
Marie-Hélène de Taillac’s Jewelry Capsule Collection for Baccarat. The French jewelry designer Marie-Hélène De Taillac takes us on a magic journey to a cascade of octagonal crystals. The emblematic Baccarat red box is now the stage for a sumptuous set where the drops of the chandeliers come to life and blend in a kaleidoscope of … Read more
What makes a Marni woman?
Marni is 20 years old this season, which means that its signature look – clompy shoes, schoolgirl silhouettes, lots of wool – has lasted longer than most. Time to cast an eye over the Marni magic
Swarovski crystals to play a supporting role on the Oscars stage
100,000 Swarovski crystals will be part of the spectacular set at The Oscars 2013 – 85th Academy Awards, the sixth time Swarovski crystals have been a key ingredient in The Oscars stage design. This year, Tony Award-winning Production Designer Derek McLane has incorporated over 1,500 pounds of Swarovski crystal into the stage and auditorium design. … Read more
The man with the golden shirt
India’s man with the golden shirt According to the World Gold Council, India bought 933.4 tonnes of gold in 2011. 3.32 kilograms (7.3 pounds) of this gold were purchased by a Indian businessman to bring him his 15 minutes of fame. Datta Phuge ordered a golden shirt worth 240,000 dollars, made up of 14,000 pieces of … Read more