The world renown Parisian luxury goods company diptyque is known for luscious scents, fragrances and candles, that adorn a body or inhabit a room, however many people have forgotten that the company originally began in 1961 as a little boutique on 34 Boulevard Saint Germain, where the founders offered unique textiles that they designed, along with other treasures that they offered such as, Italian glass beaded necklaces, hand-sewn change purses, and specially blended potpourris. Since 2014 the company has reconnected with the heartbeat of the brand and has redeveloped a collection of limited edition objects and fragrances that are in…
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The Roman design gallery Giustini Stagetti and Formafantasma have collaborated to create a very special collection ‘Delta’, curated by Domitilla Dardi, who is the design curator of MAXXI Architecture in Rome. A unique perspective on Roman design with a studied focus on historical elements, stripped and raw, leaving only essential lines and refined beauty. This is part of the gallery’s ‘Privato Romano Interno’ program curated by Emanuela Nobile Mino that, since 2012 with the first collection designed by Fernando and Humberto Campana, commissions designers to use Rome as a source of inspiration for new furniture pieces. The delta of a…
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THE HEART OF A DIAMOND Named in honor of the ancient and mystical mines near the city of Hyderabad, Golkonda reflects those qualities of excellence within the diamond industry. We had the opportunity to meet with the founder and third generation diamond specialist to learn about Golkonda’s latest initiative. Stepping into their New York City office you are at once captured by the incredible and sparkling mineral specimens surrounding the space. In the midst of glittering fire, flashes of scintillation, and even a crystal throne, we had the pleasure to be greeted by the founder, Vinit Mehta, who graciously shared…
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The Smyth hotel is known for being Tribeca’s living room, a veritable gathering place for the city dwellers of Lower Manhattan to stop in and enjoy a cocktail or dinner with friends. And, even if you’re new to town this easy, relaxed and gracious environment is a place that you will proudly call your home away from home. Located between NYC’s Financial District, SoHo, and the West Village, Tribeca is a fabulous central hub for Michelin starred restaurants, art galleries, shopping, theater, the Tribeca Film Festival; you’re ideally located for easy access to all NYC has to offer. With an…
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In J. Lohmann Gallery’s first ever pop-up exhibition you can explore the Illustrious Movements. Also in a continuation of celebrating premiers, this will be the first time Copenhagen’s Sandra Davolio and London’s Merete Rasmussen, two of Europe’s foremost ceramic artists, will be exhibited in a show in the United States. Building on already accomplished international careers, Davolio and Rasmussen are taking design and craftsmanship to an even higher level creating some of the most innovative and fascinating new sculptural forms. Both artists will be present at the opening reception. Opening reception Thursday, October 13, 6-8 pm 156 Orchard Street, New…
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England’s finest and fiercest. The bold and sophisticated design philosophy of Aston Martin has lead to the striking style of their DB11. This is a modern design evolution of the brand. The exciting eye-catching new grille, clamshell bonnet and innovative Aston Martin Aeroblade™, which cleverly removes the need for a rear spoiler by harnessing airflow to enhance stability. The interior has also been upgraded using fine lines and elegantly curved upholstery created from natural materials and superior craftsmanship. The state-of-the-art infotainment technology provides ultra comfort and luxurious accommodations with its soft and tactile leathers. The DB11 is designed to thrill…
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The groundbreaking work that Roger Dubuis is known for in modern contemporary skeleton calibers continues with the launch of their very first edition of the Excalibur Spider exclusively available at the Roger Dubuis Madison Avenue boutique. Pushing the boundaries of skeleton work, the Excalibur Spider is a spirited testament to the Manufacture’s technical expertise and dedication to contemporary design. The exclusive edition for the Americas is delivered on a white rubber strap, with audacious bursts of yellow and red on the open-worked dial. “It is exciting to present this limited edition Excaliber Spider,” says Jorge Puentes, President of Roger Dubuis…
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Living in intuitive space.
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This New York icon is the stuff of legend having been referenced in countless movies and books, its the landmark that Eloise had the great pleasure of living at the "room on the tippy-top floor".
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For the first time these two iconic French and Italian brands have come together to create a very special artisanal capsule collection of small leather goods and refined clothing.