With all the elegance one would expect from such an iconic design house Baccarat has added a sumptuous collection to their repertoire. The Baccarat La Maison home collection features lush fabrics, deep seating, faceted angles and, of course, sparkle. The decadence of rich hardwoods accented by faceted prisms of Baccarat crystal are the kind of striking elements that are found throughout the collection. Faceted angles can be found not only in the crystal but also in the luxurious upholstery, exotic wood tables, and boldly shaped furniture. Baccarat La Maison is developed and produced by the Italian brand Luxury Living Group…
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Not sure what to get Dad for Father’s Day? Let us do the hard work for you when it comes to picking out that special gift. One that won’t be tossed to the back of the closet to be forgotten. Pam Weinstock Pocket Squares Instead of buying Dad the standard Father’s Day gift, the necktie, make a bold move and get him a pocket square from the Pam Weinstock collection. Her pocket squares are unique because the prints are photographs that she has taken on her many excotic travels and carefully crafted into each design. The designs are made with…
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Much like a majestic mountain becomes a humble hillside by the insistent pervasive deterioration of erosion, imperceptible in the moment – bluntly obvious over time, so similar are the effects of aging on our skin. Time and the elements are written in our wrinkles, fine lines mapping out the truth that we have born witness to a multitude of stressors as we have boldly lived in the moment and took life as it came to us, standing in the storm of heartbreaks and acid rain, over exposure to the sun and the blue light of electronic devises, hormone swings and…
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With the last of the chilly weather disappearing and spring season finally coming to a close, it’s time to shed the layers and get ready for some much-needed warmth. The trends rising this summer are all about old classics coming back with a modern flair, and minimalist and maximalist details all coming together — making them perfect for whatever vacation you have planned. Whether you’re sight-seeing around Asia or exploring the historic streets of Europe, check out these trends to build your next summer wardrobe. TIE-DYE The tie-dye trend might bring back some childhood memories, but its return this year…
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In 2010, right after his graduation from the Academy of Fine Arts in Maastricht, Valentin started to create unique furniture pieces and quickly built up his atelier in an old factory building in the center of Maastricht (NL). After making the building his own, it now crystalizes his thoughts, inspirations, and emotions, to an extent that it feels like home. In 2015 Studio Valentin Loellmann was founded. Along with the creation of furniture pieces and objects, the studio also focuses on indoor and outdoor spaces, extensions and atmospheres. In the past few years, collaborations with galleries and private…
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If you have sensitive or reactive skin or you want products that are made with all natural ingredients, then May Lindstrom Skin Collection is what your body needs. May Lindstrom created and launched her skin care line in 2012, due to her own highly sensitive skin that started early on in infancy. For her, her sensitivity wasn’t something that went away as she got older and wiser, but the reverse effect happened, it increased. Ultimately this started May’s journey in the study of plant medicine and creating formulas that were once play ‘potions’, into the skin care line we see…
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Long known in the NYC bridal scene, Steven Birnbaum has an impeccable eye for detail and uses it for the good of all his brides. Dripping in luxurious fabrics and detail his 2020 Bespoke Collection is for the bride who not only wants to look glamourous but who also wants to feel glamourous on the inside, too. Steeped in high fashion, each gown that Steven creates is a collaboration with the bride-to-be, creating a covetable personalized experience. The collection was named ‘BESPOKE’ for a reason, after all. At his atelier he walks his brides through the many steps and fittings…
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Taking on the luxury world in a new way, Sam Alston, has reinvented the way women across the country have started to explore the retail market, finding rare pieces and curated products in a whole new atmosphere. It’s a shopping experience for those who want to stay in the know, ahead of the trend and support meaningful brands. We had the opportunity to speak with Ms. Alston about her inspiration and vision of the future. What was your first inspiration to create the Big Lives conceptual shopping experience? I’ve dreamed of having a business since I was a kid. As…
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During the recent Milan Design Week the iconic Italian design brand Fornasetti launched the unveiling of their latest creations, a capsule of eleven unique and striking rugs. Designed to be the conversation piece of the spaces they are in the bold aesthetic is sure to catch attention. This Milanese Atelier is known for their no-holds-barred use of whimsy and this collection is no different. Whether your space is a study of architectural symmetry, or the soothing tones of nature and botanicals guide your design choices, there’s an eye-catching option that will complement your style. Each silken rug shimmers with rich…
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This spring on the 2nd of April 2019, Sotheby’s Sale of Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite in Hong Kong will have the pleasure of leading the auction with a behemoth of an oval diamond, coming in at a magnificent 88.22 carats. When it comes to the Critical Criterion for diamonds (the GIA’s 4C’s of diamonds: Cut, Color, Carat weight and Clarity), this stone has met every category with perfection. Most people confuse diamond shapes, such as oval or princess, with a diamond cut but the two are not the same. Diamond cut refers to how the diamond cutter achieved balancing the…