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    LORENZ BAUMER: JEWELRY LOOKBOOK

    January 17, 2017 - By 

    French jewelry design Lorenz Baumer is a favorite among the art gala shows throughout the seasons as he produces some of the most eye catching pieces. Bright bold jewels, exotic shapes, and a love of the unexpected makes for jewelry that is not only beautiful but intriguing. Diamonds adorn meteorite rings while scarab brooches whose wings open by pushing on the center stone, has at its heart a new alloy of gold that allows it to contain several drops of perfume, which can be released on demand. Lorenz Baumer takes a fantastical approach to design with his own unique savoir…

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    DESIGN: BACIOCCHI

    January 16, 2017 - By 

    A luxurious shopping experience is often just as much about the ambience as the fabulous designs held within.  The refinement of plush furnishings, marble floors, and vases overflowing with lilies and orchids create the atmosphere that makes the point of purchase much more exciting and fulfilling than hitting the ‘buy now’ button on your online shopping cart. There’s a reason it’s called shopping therapy, because all the beautiful elements combined as a whole are greater than the sum of their parts; the delicate signature fragrance of the boutique, the satiny ribbon wrapping the gifts tight, the glittery polished brass, and…

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    BUGATTI’S VISION: THIS IS FOR THE FANS

    January 12, 2017 - By 

    Bugatti has always been a game changer ever since its conception in 1909, and the recent unveiling at the Frankfurt Motor Show displays exactly how far that concept goes at the Bugatti headquarters. Following the sale of all 450 vehicles in the Veyron series, the auto maker decided to create a purely indulgent super sports car that pays homage to their great racing tradition of the 1920s and 1930s, specifically their victories in the 24 hours of the Le Mans race, however, re-imagined in a completely futuristic way. The very exciting and buzzed about collaboration with Polyphony Digital, creator of…

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    TAO RESTAURANT

    January 11, 2017 - By 

    You are sure to become a TAO-ist once you get a taste of this modern oriental menu. The décor and ambiance create an atmosphere far away from the city rush. The large restaurant is balanced by the intimate mood lighting and anchored by the 16 foot tall Buddha who keeps a meditative watch while sitting next to a pool filled with swimming carp. Originally a 19th century stable for the Vanderbilt family and then a balconied movie theater, TAO New York was transformed into a majestic Asian “temple”, where the menu is infused with its Chinese/Pacific inspiration. Dim sum and…

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    JOAN B. MIRVISS: CELEBRATING 40 YEARS IN JAPANESE ART

    January 11, 2017 - By 

    Joan B. Mirviss ltd is celebrating its 40th anniversary! This March they are marking the occasion as the gallery presents the important exhibition, “Timeless Elegance in Japanese Art: A Celebration of Forty Years” accompanied by a fully illustrated publication. This celebratory show includes forty plus works of art carefully chosen over several years in anticipation of this milestone. Twenty of these works, by living artists working in clay and long represented by the gallery, were created or specifically selected by each artist for this event. The balance of this exhibition consists of major, innovative paintings and famous ukiyo-e prints by important eighteenth and…

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    DINING DUO

    January 6, 2017 - By 

    Here are two of our favorite restaurants to indulge in the fine dining that New York City is famous for. Exploring these venues takes dining to new and delicious heights. Per Se Fine dining at its best, Per Se is a special restaurant. The atmosphere is soothing and chic creating the perfect ambiance to experience a world class menu created by Thomas Keller. This is Chef Keller’s second three-Michelin-starred property featuring his daily nine-course tasting menu, and a nine-course vegetable tasting menu, using classic French technique and the finest quality ingredients available. An award-winning wine list, boasting more than 2,000…

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    DINOSAUR SCULPTURE

    December 18, 2016 - By 

    DINOSAURS IN WONDERLAND The contemporary and modern art gallery, Galerie Dumonteil, in New York,  is once again creating an incredible exhibition. Known for their specialty of curating works with a perspective on the animal kingdom for over 30 years, they have played a major role in the discovery and rediscovery of the amazing figurative artists from the 20th Century. Showcasing the talents of those whose greatest inspiration is nature herself, from Bugatti to Giacometti, Guyot, Pompon to Artus, along with many more. This special exhibition features the animal kingdom from long ago. Nothing is extinct to the artist’s eye and…

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    THE MYSTERIOUS & BEAUTIFUL FACES OF FORNASETTI

    December 16, 2016 - By 

    Known for their artful curiosity the Fornasetti atelier has become a place for dreamlike compositions. Originally from Milan, Piero Fornasetti was a painter, sculptor, interior decorator, book printer and creator of more than 11,000 artworks. His production of objects and furniture is one of the most prolific of the 20th century and Fornasetti is celebrated as one of the most original creative talents of the last century. Fornasetti has created a fantasy world saturated by lush imagery full of whimsical humor, where a large majority of his work featured paintings of his muse, the opera singer Lina Cavalieri. Under his…

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    WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CHAMPAGNE, PROSECCO & CAVA?

    December 7, 2016 - By 

    POP!!! THE CHAMPAGNE CAMPAIGN & HER SPARKLING COMPATRIOTS It’s the holiday season and when celebrations abound there’s 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…

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    MY BKR LIFESTYLE

    December 5, 2016 - By 

    TAKING THE PLUNGE What do Gisele Bundchen and Charlize Theron have in common? Besides some very lucky genes, a shared love for wellness and knowing it’s all in the details, they are all about hydration. Actually, pay close attention to many of the trend setters of today and you’re sure to see sunglasses, fresh faces, and increasingly, a sporty little bkr in their hand. Diving into hydration with an au courant bkr twist is popping up in more selfies than you can point an iPhone at. And that’s music to the ears of founders Tal Winter and Kate Cutler, the…