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    JEWELS: PIAGET CELEBRATES CHINESE NEW YEAR

    January 28, 2021 - By 

    Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is the most important holiday on the Chinese calendar, officially starting on February 12th, 2021, and running until February 26th. Traditional dishes and desserts, firecrackers to ward away evil spirits, and the lantern festival are all part of this annual celebration that sees all family members returning to their hometown for the festivities. Celebrating, sharing, socializing, and spending time with family are all values that Piaget holds dear as well and it joins the merriment with several new extraordinary creations. This year, Piaget is celebrating Chinese New Year and the Year…

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    LASVIT: A STORY IN LIGHT

    April 20, 2020 - By 

    Few things travel faster than the speed of light. Perhaps a message from the heart? Fortunately, Lasvit has an uncanny way of combining two of these most precious energies held so dear by humanity. Their glass, crystalline sculptures are exquisite formations designed with a mission, whether to spread a message of hope or fortune, to play with wishes and make dreams come true. It is up to the visionary artisans of Lasvit, in Bohemia to take a client’s inspiration and turn it into a fantasy manifested. Where there is love there is light and the passion and commitment that can…

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    FORNASETTI: SILKEN RUG COLLECTION

    April 11, 2019 - By 

    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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    JEWELRY DESIGNERS’ FALL COLLECTIONS

    August 31, 2018 - By 

    With autumn just around the corner jewelry designers have created their fall collections using rich hues and easy wearable styles that effortlessly accentuate soft cashmere sweaters, your favorite Burberry scarves, and supple suede skirts. Here is a look at some of our favorite designers and their glittering visions for the new season. LUCA JOUEL This design house hails from Australia. The effortless elegance of the collection is achieved by designer Tereena Lucas using only ethically sourced jewels that spotlight brilliantly against the rich golds that often boast unusual and intricate finishes. A portion of all proceeds are donated to the…

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    MEET THE DESIGNER: CUIXU

    February 25, 2018 - By 

    You’ve seen her work on the runways of New York City. Her accessories embellished the creations of designers and are the finishing touch to the models before the flashing lights of the catwalk. New York based Chinese accessories designer Cui Xu, has spent years perfecting her craft and recently began building her personal brand of sophisticated, feminine and unique wardrobe must-haves such as; chokers, handbag, and shoes. We had the opportunity to chat with Xu and explore her journey and her latest collection. Obviously you’re a very creative person, what inspired you to channel your art into fashion and accessories? As…

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    NEW YORK FASHION WEEK: LANYU

    February 14, 2017 - By 

    World renown Chinese-born designer Lan Yu’s namesake brand LANYU charmed the New York Fashion Week crowds once again with her runway debut of the Fall/Winter 2017 collection. The beautiful, feminine creations were inspired by her mother’s hometown of Suzhou. The city’s architecture, natural beauty and serene canals were the source of her vision for the 40 looks presented. The color palette based on her childhood memories sashayed across the catwalk in shades of mint and jade, powder pinks and sky tones. Dressing a delicate silhouette the collection features oversized coats and fabulous statement trousers along with elegant dresses in LANYU’s trademark…

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    CHINESE CALIGRAPHY: WEI LIGANG

    January 20, 2017 - By 

    Deconstructed Chinese caligraphy by Wei Ligang featured at the Michael Goedhuis gallery offers a traditional art in an ultra contemporary voice. Born in Datong, Shanxi, in 1964, Wei Ligang has been at the forefront of contemporary ink painting’s development from its beginning, and he was one of the organizers of the June 1999 “Bashu Parade” exhibition. After teaching mathematics he moved to Beijing in 1995 to concentrate on his art. His training in mathematics has contributed to his abstract form of calligraphy. Wei Ligang constantly deconstructs and re-forms the characters in his paintings while hinting at traditional script-forms (such as…

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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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    THE SALON: ART+DESIGN 2015 LOOKBOOK

    November 16, 2015 - By 

    This year’s THE SALON: ART + DESIGN show held at the Park Avenue Armory in New York City was a feast for the eyes. Here under one roof art enthusiast were invited to savor the best of the creative world. A world where Salvador Dali and Stickler were the gracious neighbors of a monkey hanging from a chandelier by Barnaby Barford. Where French institutions such as Goyard and Kraemer were comfortable among Wei Ligang’s deconstructed Chinese calligraphy poems. Even the colorful pop art of Evelyne Axell and that of the emotional Lucio Fontana joined the party. If you closed your…