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Beauty Philanthropy February 4, 2020

“Flower Gems of India” by Bvlgari Joins Forces with 100 Family-owned Farms in India

Bvlgari perfume division has announced their newest partnership, a collaboration dubbed “Flower Gems of India.” The program, which has been praised for its efforts to support 100 family-owned Indian Jasmine farms, will feature perfumes designed by Firmenich and Jasmine Concrete, a specialist in the production of floral extracts for perfumes. The three-year long program will focus on flowers produced in India’s Tamil Nadu state. The Italian house, which was founded in Rome nearly 150 years ago, has long maintained a…

Real Estate February 3, 2020

A 12 Million Dollar Hawaiian Masterpiece

Ever considered acquiring a stunning retreat on Hawaii’s biggest island? Atop a hill on the island of Kailua Kona is one of Hawaii’s most exceptional residences. The 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 7,000+ square foot home is situated on a private street in Kukio, a community often refereed to as the “Billioniare Getaway.” According to Forbes, several prominent businessmen have acquired homes in the community, including Michael Dell, who owns a nearly 20,000 square foot residence in the Kukio. Kukio, a…

Health & Wellness Travel February 1, 2020

Costa Rica’s Hotel Aguas Claras | A Caribbean Retreat with Victorian Flavor

Looking for a warm Caribbean retreat with perfect waves and classic, yet simple Victorian elegance? Famed watercolourist Elizabeth Steinvorth and her daughter Elena have created what can only be described as Costa Rica’s most splendid, eco-friendly resort situated in Puerto Viejo. Steinvorth, who has holidayed in the country for decades, originally came to Costa Rica long before the nation benefited from modern conveniences, such as widespread electricity. Now having breathed new life into what resembled to be a small village…

Real Estate January 28, 2020

Miami Condos Reach New Heights at Reach Residence at Brickell City Centre

Located in the Financial District of Miami Florida is a cutting-edge, mixed-use project at Brickell City Centre developed by Swire Properties Inc. The two towers, appropriately named Reach & Rise, have become a quintessential part of Miami’s ever expanding skyline. Within the Reach Tower is a very special condominium unit indeed; designed by Addison House, a three-bedroom, four and a half bathroom penthouse awaits its forthcoming owner. Currently on the market for $4.2 million, the nearly 2,700 square foot Penthouse…

People Watches January 24, 2020

Talking Watches with Penny Morris of Bonhams

Recently the team here at The Extravagant enjoyed the exclusive privilege of interviewing Senior Watch Specialist Penelope Morris, who heads the Bonhams Knightsbridge Watch department. Morris, who is an Associate of the British Horological Institute and a member of the Antiquarian Horological Society, has now worked for Bonhams for nearly a decade and has proven to be one of the most talented women in the watch industry. The knowledge possessed by Morris is vast to say the least with highlights…

Auto January 24, 2020

The Final Bentley Mulsanne

In a recent announcement Bentley has stated that they will be kissing goodbye to the Mulsanne and its legendary six and three quarter litre V8, the longest V8 ever in continuous production. Bentley’s farewell kiss you may ask? The Mulsanne 6.75 Edition by Mulliner, which will be limited to just thirty examples. After 60 years in production the awe inspiring 6¾-litre engine will no longer grace the production lines at Crewe. Bentley’s 6.75 litre V8 debuted under the bonnet of…

Fashion Women's Style January 24, 2020

Dior Spring Summer 2020 Haute Couture: Womenswear or Goddesswear?

Marie Grazia Chiuri took inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman goddesses when developing Dior’s Spring Summer 2020 Collection. While simultaneously maintaining Dior’s design DNA, Chiuri begins to challenge how far haute couture silhouettes can be taken and ask “Are Clothes Modern?” In line with the “Goddess” inspired clothing, the question “What if Women Ruled the World?” often asked by American artist Judy Chicago remained at the heart of Maria Grazia Chiuri’s design philosophy when creating the Spring-Summer 2020 haute couture…

Art & Culture January 24, 2020

Exhibition “ame nochi hana” at Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche in Paris: Wows in Spectacular Fashion

Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche continues over 160 years of engagement to the arts with the debut of its latest art instillation, the exhibition by designer Oki Sato’s nendo titled “ame nochi hana”, which translates from the artist’s native Japanese meaning rain flowers. Aristide Boucicaut, who founded Le Bon Marché was well regarded for his love of the arts now continued by the department store’s owner LVMH. Over the past five years, Le Bon Marché has hosted five creative exhibitions…

Art & Culture January 24, 2020

Gianna Dispenza’s Double Like Tata Stimulates the Imagination

In Gianna Dispenza’s most recent solo exhibition, symbolism takes center stage. Her works delight the viewer’s subconscious with manifestations of abstract portraits, hovering still lifes, and scenes of nature all delivered on the most obscure of canvases. From public transport tickets to newspapers and wrappers, recycled pieces of the artist’s life proudly takes a spotlight in the exhibition which just concluded on January 18th. The show that took place at Galleria Ramo in Como, Italy was an intimate yet spectacular…

Fashion Men's Style January 23, 2020

From Dior to Berluti – Men’s Fall Winter 2020-2021 Collections

Paris Fashion Week Shows by Givenchy, Loewe, Berluti, Dior and Louis Vuitton highlighted a myriad range of fresh menswear. From the audacious to the practical; read on for an in depth look at some of this seasons most prominent menswear shows. First and foremost we start off with a look at Givenchy’s collection, described as ‘lavish hedonism inspired by India‘ by parent company LVMH. Givenchy Artistic Director Clare Waight Keller gathered inspiration for the collection from Yashwant Rao Holkar II,…

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