Known the world over as maker of the most exquisite and premium fragrances in the world Roja Dove is not just an exceptional perfumer, he is more of a Renaissance man within the industry; perfumer, writer, businessman, creator. Sought after by museums, institutions, and, yes, even his country, to offer his acutely precise insights into the intoxicating world of ethereal experiences only to be had by the most innocuous of actions, breathing in. There are books upon books and an entire science behind the world of scents and fragrances. The rich historical tapestry filled with secrets and wisdom across the…
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Did you know that historically wines that were blended for greater sweetness were customarily described as “rich”? In the past Russian consumers would add sugar to their champagne to add a little something extra to their wine. The iconic French Champagne house of Veuve Clicquot offers their twist on “rich” with their collection of champagne designed for luxury mixologist everywhere. The “Rich” Champagne comes in Rich and Rich Rose, these champagnes are bright and playful. Experimental is the buzz-word of its soul and you are highly encouraged to take this champagne to places it has never been before, like an…
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Scent creates a kind of olfactory mirage, catch the lightest breeze of an essence on the air and we’re immediately fantasizing of where this element is from and what it is telling us, as memories flash in our minds and stir our hearts. We can even imagine who a fragrance was made for. One of the latest luxury fragrances from the award winning and highly collectible House of Sillage by founder Nicole Mather, HOS N.003, is a masculine scent created for a man with a clear sense of direction and who is all about the territory ahead. Even the name…
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When you're heading up a company founded on the work of one of fashion's most iconic women of all time you have a lot to live up to. Fortunately Alexander Vreeland, the grandson of Diana Vreeland, is cut from the same chic cloth.
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The iconic institution that is Diana Vreeland lives on thanks to the creative eye and wisdom of her grandson, Alexander Vreeland. The latest book launch, Diana Vreeland: The Modern Woman, is already making a splash and explores her 26 year career as editor in chief of Harper’s Bazaar. Decadent in images that showcase her creative genius and collaborations with visionary photographers, such as Richard Avedon, Louise Dahl-Wolfe, Lillian Bassman, Martin Munkacsi and George Hoyningen-Huene, this is obviously a must have book in any fashion and art lover’s personal library. Flipping through the pages you begin to touch on the groundbreaking…