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Fashion Watches September 22, 2016

The Song Bird Within A Timepiece

Watch innovator, Jaquet Droz has combined cutting edge horology with an aesthetic heritage that originated from the Age of Enlightenment in their latest version of the “Charming Bird”. These Jaquet Droz watches are not just their latest release, they are also a limited-edition collection that was first announced by the manufacture in 2013. As it featured the first complication of it’s kind to ever be composed for a wristwatch, an “avian automata that sings a soothing song”. The little colored song bird rests…

Lifestyle Travel September 20, 2016

Meet Lake Como’s Newest Hotel

What may be one of the most anxiously awaited hotels of 2016, Il Sereno Lago di Como, has finally opened, as the beautiful hotel features interior design by Patricia Urquiola and is ideally positioned close by the breathtaking sight that is “Lake Como”. The hotel is brought to you by the same group that owns the Sereno in Saint Barthélemy, and the Milan based designer Patricia Urquiola completes Il Sereno Lago di Como’s interior with goods from brands, such as Louis Vuitton, B&B Italia, Baccarat, Moroso, and BMW. Urquiola was…

Lifestyle Yachts September 19, 2016

Benetti Sells Their Third Jaw-Dropping Delfino 95′ Super Yacht

Even though the Cannes Yachting Festival has concluded, a variety of yacht manufacturers are still leading up a storm of successful events that are showcasing the best of the best. Even famed Italian Super Yacht builder Benetti is in a good mood, thanks to their recent sale of the third Delfino 95′ super yacht. The delivery of this 29-meter super yacht will begin in the year of 2018, but Benetti vows to provide buyers with a sumptuous not to mention stylish design. The…

Fashion September 18, 2016

Bottega Veneta Spring/Summer 2017: Back To School

Bottega Veneta’s Spring/Summer 2017 show will be quite the spectacle, as they celebrate not only their house’s 50th anniversary but, also the brand’s Creative Director Thomas Maier’s 15 years of wonderful work and outstanding service to the Bottega Veneta name. Scheduled to take place at Accademia Di Belle Arti Di Brera in Milan, (which remains one of the city’s most impressive places of learning) as the “Back-To-School” show will exhibit both men’s and women’s ensembles in the hallways of the Academia and with a backdrop of classical…

Auto Lifestyle September 17, 2016

Jaguar’s All New F-Type SVR

The new Jaguar F-Type SVR has been unleashed, with the speed and agility like that of a real jaguar, it was appropriately dubbed the most cat-like convertible and coupe in the F-Type series. The vehicle harbors an incredibly powerful 575 hp, 5-liter V-8 engine (including 516.ft lbs of torque) and is chained with a twin vortex supercharger, which greatly diminishes engine drag. Paired with a custom-tuned 8-speed automatic transmission, the voracious V-8 engine grants the F-Type the ability to go from zero to sixty in…

Fashion Lifestyle People Women's Style September 16, 2016

Meet Sophie & Charlotte Bickley

Meet the Bickley’s, Sophie (left) & Charlotte (right); Two inseparable Fashion Blogger Sisters who have made the world of fashion as amazing as can be, with their incredible blog, Yin2MyYang. As some of the hottest fashion bloggers today they put style and charm into your casual everyday wardrobe. Besides who doesn’t love a cool and glamours everyday look that makes your day even just a little bit more fun. Sophie & Charlotte do just this, they put a little bit of fun in your day…

Fashion Watches Women's Style September 15, 2016

This Jaquet Droz Timepiece Is The Epitome Of Elegance

Jaquet Droz Petite Heure Minute Thousand Year Light Timepiece

This brand new Jaquet Droz watch, appropriately named the Petite Heure Minute Thousand Year Light, proves to be the epitome of elegance. Created with an intricate amount of detail and color which transforms this unique timepiece into a stunning piece of wearable art. The secret to this timepiece’s illuminating appearance is mother-of-pearl, placed perfectly underneath the black-lacquer dial revealing only a subtle alcove. As the result of intaglio engraving, it allows for layers of translucent colored paint to create a beautiful floral design. Jaquet…

Lifestyle Travel September 14, 2016

This Must Visit Tropical Getaway Is The New Bali

Malaysia’s tropical archipelago of Langkawi is the new place to be, as it’s been called “Bali without the crowds”. What makes this tropical archipelago such a rage is their new resort, the St. Regis Langkawi, which opened its doors in April on the chain’s namesake main island. The tropical 89-room resort incorporates St. Regis styled finesse with classy Moorish design, as it is set upon a pure white cove encircled by low-hoisted cliffs, creating the perfect paradisaical beach getaway where mashrabiya screens and Swarovski chandeliers…

Fashion People Women's Style September 12, 2016

Jennifer Lawrence Leads Dior’s Latest Accessory Campaign

Jennifer Lawrence continues her strong connections with the French luxury goods manufacturer Dior, as she takes part in their latest campaign on high quality accessories. The Oscar winning actress lights up this new Dior collection making it shine like never before. Jennifer Lawrence was masterfully shot by the ever so talented prolific photographer Patrick Demarchelier. The “Hunger Games” star leads this new accessory line wearing natural, minimal make-up and a classic yet stylish straightened back hairstyle with this season’s Diorever and Diorama bags…

Art & Culture Lifestyle September 11, 2016

Dolce & Gabbana: Where Appliances Meet Art

The world famous fashion house Dolce & Gabbana and internationally renowned home appliance manufacturer Smeg, combine both of their talents and skills to turn the archetype single-door refrigerator into a work of master Italian craftsmanship and artistry. Each unique design in the new limited edition Frigorifero d’Arte collection, by the two Italian brands went through hours and hours of painting at the hands of expert Sicilian artists in the style form of Carretti Siciliani, or Sicilian carts. Long ago, illustrations of a two…

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