Bulova Accutron – Sir Richard Branson
At Baselworld, Bulova Corporation announced that global innovator and entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson was named brand ambassador for Bulova Accutron.
The Royal Wedding, with all its hype and build-up, was a huge success. The Royal Couple, Prince William and Kate Middleton were married on April 29, 2011 with a luxurious, yet timeless tradition ceremony that goes far beyond words.
From the moment Catherine Middleton (Duchess of Cambridge) stepped out in front of London’s Westminster Abbey, her dress was what everybody began talking about.
The stunning ivory and lace gown wedding dress was designed by Sarah Burton at Alexander McQueen.
The designer of the incredible wedding dress was a closely guarded secret. Many fashion industry experts predicted it would be Sarah Burton.
Royal Wedding officials were quoted, “Miss Middleton chose British brand Alexander McQueen for the beauty of its craftsmanship and its respect for traditional workmanship and the technical construction of clothing.”
The beautiful bride, Catherine Middleton looked incredible and her gown featured a plunging neckline and laced sleeves, which were created from individual flowers that were hand-cut from lace and placed onto the ivory silk.
Sarah Burton gained worldwide recognition after she was appointed creative director of Alexander McQueen, soon after the designer’s suicide back in 2010.
Burton had gained fashion industry praise for her own distinctive design style.
In a press statement, Sarah Burton states, “It has been the experience of a lifetime to work with Catherine Middleton to create her wedding dress, and I have enjoyed every moment of it. It was such an incredible honor to be asked, and I am so proud of what we and the Alexander McQueen team have created. I am delighted that the dress represents the best of British craftsmanship.”
Kate Middleton’s attractive sister, Philippa Charlotte “Pippa” Middleton, was the maid of honor in the Royal Wedding. Pippa also wore a beautiful dress designed by Sarah Burton.
“Anything Other Than Naked”
It’s no secret that men sometimes are not the best dressing their best or keeping up on the latest fashion trends. Well fear no longer, Glen R. Sondag is hear to help and teach them to dress properly.
Sondag’s easy-to-read, 86-page book titled “Anything Other Than Naked” is a must-have guide for any man who desires to look his best at all times and for any occasion. Never worry about how to dress properly again.
The book’s title is a clever eye-catcher that instantly draws your attention. Sontag’s tagline, “A guide for men on how to dress properly for every occasion” generates interest and cleverly lures men in who want to learn more.
Ralph Lauren recently released a stylish RLX Solar Panel Backpack that is either a black or bright orange water-resistant bag, providing about 3.45 watts of power.
For example, iPhone users could get a full charge in under three hours, on a sunny day.
The stylish RLX Solar Panel Backpack is made in Italy and water-resistant. The Solar Panel Backpack comes with thick, adjustable shoulder straps plus a handle on one side so you can carry it like a bag.
This is a classic case of Fashion meets Technology, and it looks like Ralph Lauren could possibly have a hit product with the stylish new Solar Panel Backpack.
The Ralph Lauren RLX Solar Panel Backpack is available online for just $795.
Bulgari Carbon Gold Limited Edition Watch
Maybe the Tooth Fairy really does exist. Well at least the legend lives on at the ultra plush hotel – The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas.
The AAA Five-Diamond-rated Ritz-Carlton, Dallas is conveniently located in uptown Dallas, and was ranked the #1 hotel in the United States in the 2009 Zagat Survey of North American Hotels, Resorts and Spas.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas has teamed with the newly-unveiled Bulgari boutique at NorthPark Center in Dallas on an exciting new promotion.
Starting this month through Labor Day 2011, one lucky guest staying at the luxury The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas hotel, will wake up one morning and find a complimentary Bulgari watch under their pillow!
This promotion is part of The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas hotel’s new “Suite Dreams Shopping package.”
The Suite Dreams Shopping Experience features a one-night stay in a Deluxe Suite plus transportation to the Bulgari boutique located just a few minutes from The Ritz-Carlton.
Guests will then receive a Bulgari gift during their visit to the trendy, new Bulgari boutique – either a selection from the iconic brand’s celebrated international fragrance collection, or a stunning Bulgari coffee-table book written by Sotheby jewelry experts Daniela Mascetti and Amanda Triossi.
Each month, the lucky hotel guest will find a luxurious Bulgari Carbon Gold Limited Edition Watch!
The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas “Sweet Dreams” package is priced from $399 per night and includes the following.
* One night in a Deluxe Suite
• Breakfast for two in-room or at Fearing’s Restaurant
• Transportation between The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas and Bulgari NorthPark Center
• Special gift from Bulgari NorthPark Center
• Personal concierge assistance at Bulgari NorthPark Center
• Opportunity to discover a Bulgari Carbon Gold Limited Edition watch placed under a pillow in the guest’s Suite (one guest per month will receive this special surprise)
• Valet parking at hotel
• 2 p.m. check-out
To book a “Suite Dreams” package reservation at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, please visit http://www.ritzcarlton.com/dallas or call 800-241-3333.
Iced Diamond Manicure
You know the saying, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.”
Well Cherish Angula has clearly taken this to a whole new level in luxury pampering.
The Iced manicure by Cherish Angula is the ultimate luxury experience and is unparalleled, compared to any other manicure treatment you can find.
Now you can have your hands adorned in 10 carats of luxurious diamonds!
The Iced manicure service is exceptionally exclusive. It can only be obtained after an initial consultation with Cherish Angula and her team.
Wondering what to do with those diamonds? Cherish Angula offers an aftercare service that involves removing the diamonds. In addition, a jewelery service is available to use those diamonds in a piece of custom jewelry.
When asked about her custom iced manicure treatment, Cherish Angula answers, “Owning a nail art bar in London, I’ve always had a keen interest in creativity and expression. The iced manicure encapsulates the ultimate luxury treatment for women. It oozes absolute fabulousness with no frills, just diamonds! It’s a statement, an expression of individuality, personality and love for the finest things the world can offer.”
The price for an Iced manicure is an incredible $51,000 garners two firsts.
The Iced manicure is not only the world’s first only diamond manicure, but it’s also the world’s most expensive manicure.
First Lady Michelle Obama – Miriam Haskell Jewelry
During a recent Presidential visit to El Salvador, First Lady Michelle Obama was seen wearing a beautiful necklace from Miriam Haskell Jewelry.
The official State Dinner was hosted by El Salvador President Mauricio Funes.
Miriam Haskell is America’s original couture costume jeweler and was founded in 1926 by the designer.
Miriam Haskell produces hand-crafted, made-to-order pieces in New York.
The State dinner was held at the National Palace, San Salvador, El Salvador where President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama were guests.
The luxurious necklace worn by First Lady Michelle Obama was a gorgeous gold chandelier earrings with glass pearls, in addition to Swarovski crystals and vintage filigrees.
For additional information on the elegant and timeless jewelry offered by Miriam Haskell, please visit to www.miriamhaskell.com
V by Eva – Printed Shantung Tunic
Chic tastemaker Eva Jeanbart-Lorenzotti has created a luxurious collection of unique fashion items and accessories, titled “V by Eva.”
From Eva’s extraordinary repertoire that has been influenced by artisans from all over the world, she has truly created a highly edited, elegant collection for those aspiring to attain her singular joie de vivre.
These distinctive pieces in the “V by Eva” collection, were inspired from Eva’s extensive global perspective and truly voyager spirit to offer modern sophistication imbued with a little bit of daring.
The luxury collection is incredible. The amazing attention to craftsmanship, along with always keeping individuality in mind, has resulted in each spectacular item as a treasured collectible to Eva’s discerning eye.
V by Eva – Snake print shirt dress
Snakes take center stage in this collection: from contoured print pants to boldly textured rings, snake motifs wind their way through the designs to create a truly stunning selection.
The approach of summer seems to be a theme throughout-a Caribbean-blue “Sparkling Luce” necklace and softly draped caftans call to mind vacation-visions that are sure to inspire and enchant. All of her offerings embody Eva’s inherent sense of glamour combined with an equal emphasis on fantasy and fun.
Another highlight of the collection includes the “Stunning Greco” Crystal Station bangle bracelets that, when paired with a sleek wardrobe pallet, make for a standout golden touch.
V by Eva – Snake ring
Each piece is made with the wearer in mind-a confident collector looking to add to her personal panache. Even the well-traversed voyager will find something special among the exclusive-made-affordable selections to highlight a look that’s all her own.
The March line of V by Eva is designed to delight, to add inspiration and distinction to the innovative woman’s closet and
collection.
If you want the opportunity to purchase an item from socialite Eva Jeanbart-Lorenzotti’s “V by Eva” collection, please watch HSN (Home Shopping Network) on March 23 at 9am and 6pm, and also March 24 at 6am.
LAS8 Paris
Based in Paris, France – LAS8 Paris is a trendy fashion house that features only rare and luxurious leathers.
The stunning leather collection featured at LAS8 Paris Fashion House is grounded in French fashion know-how.
LAS8 Paris was founded by Philippe Anton and Fabien Paludetto and their leather collection truly represents both a prestigious and high quality fashion for exotic leathers and fur lovers.
LAS8 Paris Fashion House is backed by specialist workshops that work tirelessly to locate and select the best skins.
The goal of LAS8 Paris is to provide each customer with his/her own jacket, and each unique piece is tailored to their taste and personal wishes.
LAS8 Paris
During an interview with Founder and Partner Fabien Paludetto, we had the chance to ask him several questions about LAS8 Paris.
– What is the inspiration for your fashion designs?
Our main source of inspiration is the “material” that we use. Furs and exotic skins are a true passion for my partner and I. We are fascinated by the animal world. We love working with interplay of 2 or 3 different leathers and colors on each model, and we manage to create assortments are innovating on the market, for example with our stingray collar.
The use and the work of skin is a valuable learning constantly. That’s what we love. Able to work the skins and furs is a treasure for us. Currently fewer craftsmen have the knowledge to work on these skins. France is recognized for years as an expert in this market. What makes each model unique and valuable. The work of skin and fur requires a true expertise.
There is also the historical aspect in connection with exotic skins and their origins. This precious link that brings human closer to its origins.
Each time when we create a model, we want develop a timeless creation. What is important for us Is that our customer always find the same pleasure to wear the model he or she has selected, year after year. Our models are designed like precious jewels. What is important for us is to respect our commitments, rigor, and provide the highest quality to our customers. Be as exigent as could be your clients. And above all always be in a dynamic of creation and discovery in order to preserve the excellence of each model.
– What is your vision of the luxury leather industry and the drive behind your “customer-first” mission?
We are animated by the desire to create and provide exclusive models and services to our customers, by the permanent expectations that we have regarding our creations. We select and use the best skins, work with high skilled specialist workshops in France, look for exclusive leathers… This is the “spirit” of our work – this is how we consider “luxe”.
Our customers are people who have high expectations, in terms of style (they know exactly what they like), in terms of quality (they are sensitive to refined items), in terms of services (they appreciate to be considered as exclusive people, since we can personalized our models to their taste in terms of colors and type of skins).
We receive our customers on our showroom by appointment, so they can count on our full attention. We want our showroom to be a “secret” place, where our customers can discover our luxurious and exclusive creations and imagine with our help and advice a personalized model. We are very reactive to an appointment request, and we are able to arrange the meeting very quickly, according to the availability of our customers.
– Where would you like to see your company grow to in the next several years?
That is a interesting question. Actually, our fashion house is today at the beginning of its story, we are based in Paris and have a permanent showroom in this fashion capital. We would like to develop this Parisian address with customers from all around the world.
Regarding our development abroad, it is a bit early to say exactly where we will develop. Our collection receives very encouraging feedback from the Middle East, Germany and the United States market. We are therefore particularly careful to these areas.
All the states around France (Italy, England, Germany, Switzerland…) are also important for us. The fashion industry is deeply rooted in Europe and Paris is one of the heart of the fashion dynamic. As we also love to work furs, we are also necessarily sensitive to the northern Europe market and Asia.
We also plan to develop our distribution channels worldwide with collaborations with exclusive and luxury boutiques around the world.
To view all of their leather fashion collection, please visit LAS8 Paris at at: www.las8-paris.com
Chanel’s Candy-Apple Red Handbag Signed by Karl Lagerfeld
Chanel’s candy-apple red, patent leather 2.55 quilted flap handbag signed by Karl Lagerfeld was part of the 2008 Chanel Mobile Art exhibition.
As both a work of art and luxury handbag, the Chanel candy-apple red, patent leather 2.55 quilted flap handbag was only produced in a quantity of 50 bags.
Due to its rarity, most of the handbags were given to A-listers of the fashion world.
Now you have your chance to purchase one of these beautiful bags during a private sale at Billion Dollar Babes.
Now get a rare opportunity to buy the exclusive Chanel handbags for $9,989 in a special “Editor’s Luxury Pick” sale.
The luxurious handbag is wrapped in a limited edition white Chanel duster bag and will arrive in a specially crafted wooden box lined in linen.
In addition to the stylish Chanel handbag, the buyer will also receive Chanel Mobile Art press books from places around the world such as Hong Kong, Paris and New York and a CD featuring the making of the 2.55 bag.
“Christie’s Green Auction: Bid to Save the Earth”
Christie’s will host another celebrity-studded charity auction to celebrate Earth Day.
Christie’s has proudly partnered with luxury charity auction site charitybuzz.com by offering over 200 coveted auction packages.
Between now and April 7th, both Christie’s and Charitybuzz plan to raise funds for Oceana, Natural Resources Defense Council, Conservation International and Central Park Conservancy.
This will be the second annual “Christie’s Green Auction: Bid to Save the Earth.”
An incredible combination of international celebrities, creative icons, industry leaders and conservationists have teamed up to donate these exclusive packages and experiences to the auction.
This year, designers such as Karl Lagerfeld, Ralph Lauren, Tory Burch, Marc Jacobs, Diane Von Furstenberg, Carolina Herrera, Michael Kors and more have joined together with the sole goal of raising funds to preserve and sustain our planet.
Win style consultations with Vogue’s André Leon Talley and Diane Von Furstenberg or maybe a night backstage with Lady Gaga. How about a day around town with President William J. Clinton? It’s all possible as the Green Auction provides bidders amazing access to the world’s leading influencers.
Here’s a sample of some of the fashion highlights in this year’s “Christie’s Green Auction”
• Fly to Paris for the full Chanel Couture Experience, including: front row tickets to Chanel’s 2011 Couture Show, meet Karl Lagerfeld, take a private tour of Coco Chanel’s apartment, receive a handbag and stay five nights at The Ritz-Carlton
• A style consultation with Vogue’s André Leon Talley and Diane Von Furstenberg
• Meet Michael Kors and Heidi Klum on the ultimate New York Fashion Week experience, with inside access to the Project Runway fashion show finale
• Meet Marc Jacobs, with two VIP tickets to his New York Fashion Week fashion show and after party
• The ultimate Carolina Herrera bridal fashion experience: $10,000 toward a Carolina Herrera bridal gown, two tickets to her spring 2012 bridal show and meet Carolina Herrera backstage
• Design your own Bottega Veneta handbag with a one-on-one appointment with an expert from Bottega Veneta
• A custom Fendi bag altered by visionary artist Damien Hirst, entitled Spot Fendi
• Meet with the Miriam Haskell design team at a private appointment to create a custom piece of jewelry
Supporters can make a Bid to Save the Earth at www.charitybuzz.com/BidtoSavetheEarth.
A companion invite-only event and live fantasy auction will be held at Christie’s New York on March 29 in partnership with Vogue’s “Runway to Green.” The event will feature a fashion show sponsored by Tiffany & Co. on the night of the live auction, with designer collection selections available online through NET-A-PORTER.COM.