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    HARAKH & LE BAL, PARIS

    October 25, 2019 - By 

    High jewelry house, HARAKH has been named the new official and exclusive jeweller of le Bal, Paris 2019. For the occasion, founder and fourth generation diamantaire Harakh Mehta has curated an exceptional collection of haute joaillerie designs that captures the singular elegance of le Bal, Paris, one of the world’s most elite and prestigious annual social gatherings. Each of the 20 participating Le Bal debutantes will have the opportunity to choose a special HARAKH piece to enhance their haute couture and couture ensembles at the formal, invitation-only débutante ball, which will be held November 30, 2019 at the Shangri-La Hotel,…

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    STYLE: THE PINK CLOSET

    July 23, 2019 - By 

    An exquisite element joins the spaces that already make up Palazzo Avino: The Pink Closet. A haven of chic Italian style curated with an eye to celebrate all that is feminine, dreamy and luxurious. In the magical atmosphere of the historic dwelling perched on the picturesque cliffs of Ravello, an exclusive boutique designed by the architect Cristina Celestino is opening. The color pink, the symbol of the Hotel, and the sea are the starting point for the project which follows a signature look developed ad hoc to establish a dialogue with the building and its surroundings. A cozy and sophisticated…

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    TRAVEL: HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS

    July 9, 2019 - By 

    With wedding season in full swing we are naturally transitioning into honeymoon season. A season that requires much less organizational skills, family/social tiptoeing and thank you notes are purely optional. When choosing your special escape it’s a good idea to think about the kind of romantic experience you as a couple would most like to enjoy at the beginning of your journey together. Are you more of an exotic location kind of couple, or more of a private hideaway twosome? Will adventure or pampering be on the menu? Nearby or multiple flights required? Here are some of our favorite honeymoon…

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    TWENTY FIRST GALLERY & VALENTIN LOELLMANN

    May 29, 2019 - By 

    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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    SOTHEBY’S: HONG KONG MAGNIFICENT JEWELS & JADEITE

    April 2, 2019 - By 

    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…

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    FASHION: DELVAUX IN NYC

    March 26, 2019 - By 

    Delvaux already has a few prestigious accolades under their belt since it was founded in 1829. They are an Official Purveyor to the Royal Court of Belgium in the category of Fashion and Clothing, a title they have kept since 1883. And in 1908 they registered their first patent on a handbag, a first ever, making them the inventor of what we still use today. As if these accolades were not enough, they can add to their resume an esteemed location seated graciously on the corner of 5th Avenue and 59th Street, with an astounding view of Central Park which…

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    BOUCHERON AT THE QATAR SHOW 2019

    March 6, 2019 - By 

    Recently Boucheron exhibited a stunning collection within the Fifty One East pavilion during the 16th Qatar Show, an international showcase of luxury, where over 400 brands came together to celebrate their love of refinement. The Maison Boucheron brought their iconic jewelry creations , such as the Serpent Bohème and the Plume de Paon collections, along with a selection from their High Jewelry pieces,  notably from the 2018 “Nature Triomphante” collection. “We are very happy to take part again this year in the Qatar Show. With its role of leading player in the global jewelry market, the exhibition is a significant…

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    HONG KONG: INTERNATIONAL LIGHT ART DISPLAY

    January 18, 2019 - By 

    As the season of love approaches Hong Kong has decided to turn a spotlight on romance. From the 18th of January, until February 24th, the beautiful Victoria’s Harbour provides the backdrop to the vibrant light displays created to celebrate Valentine’s Day and the Spring Lantern Festival. The 15 light art installations created by local and overseas artists at the “International Light Art Display”, among which seven art installations are new pieces created with the theme of Love and Romance. In addition, some of the installations are interactive. Among the new light art installations, three were created by overseas artists, including…

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    SUCCESS FOR AZIMUT: FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW

    December 1, 2018 - By 

    The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the leading boat show in the United States, has confirmed the success of the Italian brand, Azimut|Benetti in the USA, as the shipyard announced a US sales success of $50 million USD. This exciting result accelerates the brand’s growth with the goal of becoming the top ranking yacht builder in the USA. The good health of Azimut Yachts in America is also underscored by the rise in the number of visits to the stand – up 20% on last year – not only by people from the US, but also from Canadian and South…

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    JEWEL SPOTLIGHT: FIRE OPAL

    November 14, 2018 - By 

    Likened to fire yet born of water, Fire Opal is a very intriguing jewel with an ancient and storied past. Fire opal is a particular variety and color range found within the opal family. From India, Persia, and all the way to deserts of Australia, opals have been cherished as a symbol for everything from passionate love to giving the gift of prophesy. One thing is certain, opal made a mark on every culture where she was found. The Mayan and Aztec Empires in particular had access to the mining locals where the special Fire Opal variety is found. They…