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    FINE ART: Dulk & Lladró Present Ephemeral Treasures

    December 23, 2024 - By 

    In a stunning collaboration a call to conservationism has never been more beautiful or more meaningful. The modern surrealist artist Dulk, from Spain, has teamed up with world renown Spanish porcelain masters Lladró. Together they have brought Ephemeral Treasures to life. This limited edition of porcelain storytelling is a three-dimensional vision of the ecological precipice that many of the spectacular creatures of India find themselves teetering on. Antonio Segura Donat, known artistically as Dulk, doesn’t just create captivating paintings and sculptures, his art reflects his true passion, a love of nature and the masculine need to protect it. On his…

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    EXCLUSIVE: Jill Bokor & The Salon: Art + Design

    November 13, 2022 - By 

    Once again New York City is hosting the Salon: Art & Design, the premiere fine art event showcasing the best galleries and designers from around the world, specially curated by invitation to join together in this fascinating and highly anticipated event. Over two thousand five hundred people attended the grand opening. At the helm is Jill Bokor, her exceptionally trained eye and years of experience makes her the perfect Executive Director, calmly standing in the eye of the storm while orchestrating the year’s biggest event. We had the opportunity to chat with Ms. Bokor, about the special occasion and what…

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    DESIGN: Swedish Rugs & A Conversation With Jason Nazmiyal

    March 6, 2022 - By 

    Life happens when you’re busy making other plans. The rush and swirl of to-do lists, endless news flashes – domestic and international, family gatherings and contemplation about taking that new job; everything playing out against the backdrop of your home and the important spaces of your life. There are very few constants. The need for a balanced, grounding energy can never be underestimated and sometimes from that backdrop something can rise up, as if a spotlight has been shown upon it and you see it with a renewed understanding, of not just its use but its purpose in your life.…

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    JEWELRY: Latest Engagement Ring Trends in 2022

    February 14, 2022 - By 

    An engagement ring is a token of love, and every love story is unique in itself. But shopping for an engagement ring can be intimidating. No doubt, you want something fashionable, authentic, ageless, and at the same time – a reflection of your personalities as a couple. You may have heard that the four C’s, cut, clarity, carat, and color, are of prime importance when buying an engagement ring. But it would help if you also considered the prevailing trends in jewelry design and fashion when making such a significant purchase. With more and more couples seeking to express the…

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    EXCLUSIVE: TROY LONDON & SUJÁN – A Chat With Rosie van Cutsem

    November 11, 2021 - By 

    The British brand Troy London enjoys a who’s who following; everyone from HRH Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, to Poppy Delevingne, reaches for one of their timeless jackets or blouses to infuse their style with that classic countryside chic. Founded by the English sister duo Rosie van Cutsem and Lucia Ruck Keene, Troy London has carved out a space in the fashion industry so iconic that it seems to have been there all along. Completely dedicated to Great Britain, they show their national pride by ensuring that every garment is fully made in the UK. It’s a non-negotiable brand ethos…

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    BIBHU MOHAPATRA’S SPRING/SUMMER 2020 COLLECTION

    November 26, 2019 - By 

    This upcoming year Bibhu Mohapatra has created a Spring/Summer collection filled with bright, deliciously colored dresses, gowns, pant suits and blouses. Inspired by the book ‘Nothing Personal’, which explores American identity, by Richard Avedon and James Baldwin, Mohapatra dove deep into the world of American diversity with bold colors and dramatic angles. It wouldn’t be American without a little something to reflect where we came from and for this you will find delicate detailing, from shimmering embroidered crystals from Czech to organic linen grown in India, everything perfectly woven together to be something special, something unique, something Bibhu. Whether it’s…

  • Crown Of The Virgin Of The Immaculate Conception, known as the Crown of the Andes from Columbia, South America; Ca. 1660 (diadem) and ca. 1770 (arches); Colombian; Popayan; Gold, repoussé and chased; emeralds
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    JEWELRY: THE BODY TRANSFORMED AT THE MET

    January 10, 2019 - By 

    JEWELS, COAL, & GLUE AT THE MET MUSEUM Jewelry: The Body Transformed at The Metropolitan Museum has many royal gems even if it didn’t snag Marie Antoinette’s pearl and diamond pendant at Sotheby’s. Instead, the exhibition brings together innovative adornments from a range of centuries and cultures. An 1890s Tiffany Orchid brooch 4 ½” long combines an orchid’s delicacy with the glow of gold and diamonds. A bronze Celtic Northern Italy brooch from 600 B.C. is austere and elegant. It may be a model for a 1994 William Harper brooch Homage to Cy Twombly and Joseph Cornell. Both circular forms…

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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…

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    BEAUTY: ORVEDA, SUE Y. NABI & THE NEW EYE UNVEILER 422

    September 6, 2018 - By 

    Celebrating their one year anniversary the extremely luxurious skincare brand Orveda has launched one of their most exciting products yet, the Eye Unveiler 422. The eco-meets-techno ethos of Orveda is truly at the heart centered core of the ultimate skincare line envisioned by its founder Sue Y. Nabi, former president of both L’ancôme and L’Oréal. The beauty industry powerhouse decided that she wanted to create an important and meaningful line in the skincare industry from the ground up, using her unique expertise and trained eye of where the future market was headed and what they needed. Watching the trends of…

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    FASHION FOCUS: THALÉ BLANC

    May 14, 2018 - By 

    In the world of luxury handbags certain names have flooded the market with instantly recognizable logos and shapes, creating an almost cliché image that, some might say, is over saturated. While to each his own, the more discerning fashion lovers look for designs and quality of a rare breed so that they can elevate their style, quietly and with a knowing smile, allowing her chic to speak. This kind of exclusive nature of fashion is what Bombay-born fashion designer Deborah Sawaf innately uses throughout her brand, Thalé Blanc; after honing her skills at such fashion maisons like Gianfranco Ferre, Roberto…