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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Written By: ALICIA KUNKEL The summer is in full swing and having a little fun in the sun is a must. Of course, choosing your beach bag companions can completely elevate your experience and we have the scoop on what you need now. THE BAG First things first, you need the bag. Nothing says summer quite like woven and crochet bags. Its light weight and easy breezy vibe is contagious. We love Mar Y Sol’s Tulum Tote with its beautiful fan crochet pattern and their juicy saturated colors. There is plenty of room to tuck away your beach necessities –…
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Perhaps best known as a villainous protagonist on the silver screen the Spanish actor and artist Ernesto Collado, is a welcoming and charismatic man who inherited a rare talent from his grandfather, the legendary Jean Carles. Carles, of course, was the genius nose who created the provocative perfumes Tabu and Canoe. After a moment of severe disillusionment with the world of glitterati, Collado not only lost his taste for paparazzi, he also lost his sense of smell…for two years. Until one day exploring the countryside of Costa Brava, he caught the scent of the wild rosemary that grows around the…
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Art is transformative, groundbreaking and seductive. Something as delicate as a drawing of a butterfly or imposing like large sculptural columns dripping in gold; historic as a tiny carved animal from ancient Greece or a glittering contemporary glasswork, art transports the viewer to a shared vision and moment in time with the creator, a glimpse inside the often inscrutable human mind. There we find beauty. Once again New York City is privileged to host a veritable consortium of the most trained eyes in the art world during the annual Salon Art + Design. The premiere event showcases world renown galleries…
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The internationally acclaimed artists and silversmiths of Madrid’s design maison Garrido, have recently unveiled a powerful new collection, The Onyx Selection. Harnessing their impactful angles and forms that Garrido is so known for, they have reimagined their metallic design codes of highly reflective finishes of yellow gold, rose gold, and brasses, to the opposite end of Mother Nature’s spectrum and this time are exploring her darker side. The skilled know-how of their seasoned craftsmen are achieving all the drama with a special nickel alloy-plating metal technique, breathing a new life into the their pieces which are reminiscent of a sculptural…
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The incredible collection Kam Tin, is known for the exciting use of jewels, creating a treasure trove of ambers and turquoise in an abundant homage to these gems of inspiration. Moving beyond in contrast to the smooth rounded stones that have dappled the cabinets, sideboards, and furniture, and now the designer has turned a new, very sharp corner in the choice of medium. This fresh chapter is a surprising stone: iron pyrite. A sparkling, metallic mineral muse that is fascinating in form and an intriguing choice for collectors who wish to punctuate a space with practical pieces that elevate the…
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Classic for a reason. ShoePassion steps into spring with the belief that you can never go wrong with a timeless oxford that handsomely crosses the line between iconic shoe staple and a contemporary go-to of the modern man’s wardrobe. With an eye for precision and detail the lines of the Goodyear-welted Patina Line are artfully sculpted and contoured adding defining elements of good taste. The love of the craft is shown in their hand finishing of the leather, carefully polishing a deep patina into each pair of shoes, creating a subtle shading and play of light as the rich hues seamlessly…
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Spanish fashion designer Marcos Luengo showcased his SS/2018 Madrid fashions in an elegant and carefully crafted collection. A stylish ensemble that features precise cuts, flowing fabrics and classic colors for an easy to wear look day to evening. To Explore The Full Marcos Luengo Collection Visit: Marcos Luengo Photo Credit: Marcos Luengo SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST FOR MORE LUXURY TODAY! YOU WOULD ALSO ENJOY THE DECOLETTE DOSSIER MELISSA ODABASH: ODE TO SUMMER BORGO EGNAZIA Save
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Aureus in Latin literally means golden and that is the perfect name for this one-of-a-kind surfboard. The team at LUX Surfboards, Ellie Miller and Danni Bradford, broke convention when they created Aureus, the world’s first and currently only 24 Karat gold gilt surfboard. The design of this golden god hails from the early 1970s and keeps with the traditional single-fin short-board layout. This work of art was handmade in England with the greatest care and craftsmanship. The gold leaf was hand-applied to accentuate every curve. The deck’s triple layer gold leaf elliptical pipeline design matches the glassed-on fiberglass fin and…