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    EXCLUSIVE: Interview With Miguelina Gambaccini

    February 12, 2021 - By 

    Spas in the canyon, cabanas on the beach with gauzy curtains floating, secret island coves, seaside shops painted in sun-bleached shades of shells. Idyllic locales call for fitting fashions and the Miguelina brand in particular has been seen floating around exclusive resort settings the world over. This jet-setting, star-studded style turns heads with an almost silver screen aura. Whether you have a long list of movie credits behind your name or maybe you’re a low key diva, Miguelina has most likely found it’s way into your suitcase, with your stylist’s approval, of course. You’ll be happy to know that this…

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    YACHTING: Benetti’s ‘Metis’ Wins 2020 Superyacht Award

    January 10, 2021 - By 

    Benetti’s 63-meter mega yacht “Metis” made the top step of the podium at the World Superyacht Awards in the category “Displacement yachts between 1,000 and 1,499 GT”. The judges at Boat International were impressed by the interior architecture, designed in a particularly progressive style by British studio Bannenberg & Rowell, and the innovative exteriors and layout penned by Giorgio M. Cassetta and his team. Recently Benetti’s mega Yacht “Metis” won the prestigious World Superyacht Award in the “Displacement yachts between 1,000 and 1,499 GT” category. The success is doubly sweet as they also received such recognition for Benetti at the 2019 event for…

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    HOLIDAY: CELEBRATE WITH CHAMPAGNE, CAVA OR PROSECCO

    December 20, 2020 - By 

    This holiday season it’s time to celebrate and there is only one way to revel in the blessings of your year and that is with a cup that runneth over. Though all sparkling wines are not created equal there is an abundance of choices for those looking for something special. Here is an elegant summary of those beautifully bottled bubbles. What is the difference between champagne, prosecco, and cava?Nearly all quality sparkling wines are made using one of two methods: bottle-fermented and tank method. In both cases, the dissolved carbon dioxide that makes wine fizzy is a by-product of a…

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    ART: Axel Vervoordt Named Officier des Art et des Lettres

    October 23, 2020 - By 

    World renowned Belgian art and antiquities dealer, Axel Vervoodrt, has recently earned the honor of being named the Officier des Art et des Lettres, by the country of France. Deeply and extraordinarily famous in the art world for his incredible finds and unique eye, he more recently has caught the general public’s attention for his designs and art that he helped Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West acquire for their Californian dream home, which was explored in depth with an article for Architectural Digest. However, his art dealings, design work and real estate acquisitions have been developed over decades on…

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    YACHTING: BENETTI’S DIAMOND 145

    October 9, 2020 - By 

    Benetti has announced the delivery of the first Diamond 145 unit, the new Class category flagship that at 44 meters in length represents the perfect marriage of tradition and innovation. The impressive and imposing exterior lines penned by Giorgio M. Cassetta are matched by spacious interiors bathed in a contemporary, welcoming and sophisticated atmosphere and designed by Benetti’s Interior Style Department. With a fiberglass hull and gross tonnage of 469 tonnes, Diamond 145 has five cabins sleeping 10 guests and five cabins for a crew of eight plus the captain. At a speed of 11 knots, the yacht has a…

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    LUKAS WEGWERTH AT GALLERY FUMI

    July 13, 2020 - By 

    Art imitates life. And, the life lesson that has been perfected by artist Lukas Wegwerth is that just because we may be broken doesn’t mean that we’re not beautiful. Maybe it is our brokenness, our cracks, bumps and bruises that allows the space for love to fill in the blanks and create something unique, new and altogether breathtaking. Lukas Wegwerth started working on his crystallization vases in 2014. He begins by placing a cracked ceramic into a chemical solution and crystals grow along the cracks; he can of course remove the vase at any moment, and it is his decision whether…

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    WINE: RED, WHITE & BUBBLY

    June 8, 2020 - By 

    Grab a glass of your favorite wine and join our conversation with wine specialist Irem Eren about what we should look for in choosing wine for a special occasion as well as the science behind food pairings and how it’s better together. Native to Turkey, with a degree in chemistry from Germany, she also holds an Advanced Certificate from WSET, Irem has a unique and international perspective that she elegantly brings into this intoxicating arena. As a wine specialist at the New York City boutique restaurant, Ayza Wine and Chocolate Bar, she has held extensive wine tastings with celebrity chefs,…

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    LOVE: ODE A LA ROSE

    February 10, 2020 - By 

    Stolen hearts and stealing kisses, Cupid’s long time partner in crime has always been a red rose or maybe even a hundred. There is just something completely and decadently enchanting about someone taking the time to choose a perfect blossom, thick, red plush petals spiraling out in beauty, and giving it to you. Pure romance. It is estimated that more than 250 million roses are given on Valentine’s Day. That’s a lot of love. But, some would say that not every rose is created equal. Particularly so of Louis and Olivier, founders of Ode A La Rose. These two French…

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    MIAMI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2020

    January 22, 2020 - By 

    There is a lot to love in the yachting world for this year and Miami is playing host first. The hot beaches and vibrant culture are no strangers to gigantic ships slipping around the famous coastline, but this year there is even more to love because the boats are revving up in personality and style. Bigger? Yes. Bolder? Yes. The Progressive Miami International Boat Show, from February 13th till 17th, is a true treasure hunt on the high seas. With a renewed commitment to sustainability and advancements in hybrid technology there are sure to be surprises. Sunreef is debuting two…