Drama and beauty collide with the striking and sometimes haunting mastery of the craft by Lalique and Damien Hirst. Their collaboration brings deeply emotional symbols frozen in crystalline sculptures showcasing virtues and concepts in an artistic interpretation of all that is ‘ETERNAL’. The internationally known Brittish artist Damien Hirst envisioned the series of motifs based upon certain iconic symbolic images to serve as reminders. Conceived in both sculpture and panels, his collection is brought to life via the world-class glass and crystal makers of Lalique. The crystal maison, an historic cornerstone in the Parisian art and jewelry world, worked with…
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Once again Cannes Yachting Festival showcased a decadent selection of the world’s finest yachting vessels. Luxurious amenities and cutting edge technology float amid sea and air creating a parade along the Cannes shoreline. Benetti yachts in particular brought an exceptional selection to the show. TO EXPLORE THE FULL COLLECTION VISIT: BENETTI YACHTS Photo Credits: Benetti Yachts SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST FOR MORE LUXURY TODAY! YOU WOULD ALSO ENJOY
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Lavish living on the peaks and slopes of the swanky Swiss Alps When starting off a glamorous holiday vacation there’s no better way than a picturesque journey via helicopter over the iconic and majestic Matterhorn to gently land among the grounds of one of the world’s finest luxury resorts, Chalet Zermatt Peak. The 5 star chalet is located in the heart of Zermatt, with views overlooking the village and resting 1620m above sea level. Cosseted in breathtaking natural beauty Zermatt is known for its incredible winter sports, mountaineering and extensive outdoor activities. For the dynamic thrill-seekers you’ll enjoy the rush…
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This year at The Quail, the exclusive motorsport gathering in California, the prestigious French luxury brand Bugatti, presented the world premier of their latest racing stallion in Monterey, where the elite members of the event were at once besotted by the beauty of Divo. Stephan Winkelmann, President of Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S., shared his thoughts and inspiration for this exotic addition to the lineage of the brand, with a unique character to its elder sibling, the Chiron. “When I took up my position at Bugatti at the beginning of the year, I soon learnt that our customers and fans were waiting…
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SIPPING ON NATURE’S NECTAR There’s a reason that Dolce & Gabbana with their bold and elegant designs have a penchant for playful lemon print frocks for summer, it’s because lemons are as synonymous with the Amalfi coast as sunshine and romance. Italians don’t frown when life gives them lemons, instead they lovingly cultivate, peel and distill them into something so fresh, bright and stylishly delicious it could have only come from these bountiful shores. There is a little mystery behind the origins of this sweet elixir as Sorrento, Amalfi, and Capri are all proud to claim it as their own…
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Girard-Perregaux has a splashy, pop art inspired summer timepiece collection for women this year. Their Laureato style is bright and lively, just as is the vibrant woman they had in mind when creating the line. The Swiss luxury watch manufacturer’s muse was a manga-like boldness and the straight up summer fun that fills the catwalks of the fashion savvy. The dial, with its Clou de Paris hobnail pattern and painted finish, is juxtaposed along its octagonal bezel with 56 brilliant-cut diamonds sparkling a fiery border. Today, being oneself is a real art. It is a matter of taking perfectly…
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Exotic car manufacturer Koenigsegg recently held their annual owners tour as they invited a select few to join together, united by their love and ownership of these rare hyper cars. The group now goes by the moniker Ghost Squadron. The event, which has previously been held in Scandinavia, had a change in location and this time the collectors explored a breathtaking route beginning in southern Germany, the ancestral home of the Koenigsegg family. The winding mountain roads of the Black Forest provided the perfect ambience for such an adrenaline filled drive, while the Brenners Park Hotel and Spa served as the…
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The Fig & Olive restaurant in the Meatpacking District is truly a great New York dining experience. Organic and sustainably grown olive oil is the backbone to their success as each dish is deliciously prepared with this rich green-gold oil. Appetizer to dessert, each dish has been carefully thought out and prepared so much so that you can taste the love. It’s an elegant and comfortable environment and we highly recommend the crostini. “At FIG & OLIVE, I want to highlight our menu’s core ingredient of olive oil, which we use in place of butter in our dishes. From…
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Creating Beauty Interiors offers full-page photos of ten distinctive city and country homes Kathryn Scott has transformed, including her own elegant five-story Italianate brownstone residence. Scott pairs architectural detailing with classical yet individualistic furniture, cabinets, and art. Her senses of color, light, and space meet her seamless melding of Asian and Western touches – from an artist’s antique doll collection in his studio to an Ai Weiwei table on a wall near a turquoise hearth to a child’s four-poster bed by an open window. To complement her serene, functional interior re-designs, Scott chooses art that often dramatizes nature’s beauty. Her…
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PARISIAN DESTINATIONS: COSTES Parisian luxury candles that create the aura of romance and glamour. Have you ever went on a vacation and wanted the perfect souvenir? Something that instantly reminds you of all the wonderful memories you had while you were there? The Costes brothers do just that. At the Hotel Costes, they have a fragrance boutique where you can choose between several different fragrances for your body and home. These luxurious scents were created by the lovely and talented Olivia Giacobetti. She created them to remind us of some of the best places that Paris has to offer. This…