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Saveurs de la Saison

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:50:00 +0800

Porsche Design's winter exclusives - Stuttgart, Germany: Exclusively for Christmas of 2008, Porsche Design has added gold accents to a limited line of men's accessories. For the first time, three selected watches from the Dashboard series and the Worldtimer P'6750 will be embraced with rose gold, complete with a rubber and titanium layered bezel. Pleasantly, rose gold boosts the sporty-modern design of Porsche's timepieces, adding a touch of unfathomable class. All watches come with high-quality Super-Luminova and runs on e...
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Britney Spears' Circus

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:49:00 +0800

Another comeback attempt by the former queen of pop - BRITNEY SPEARS Circus Rating: After spending most of the last few years as a walking punchline, Britney Spears attempted a comeback last year that failed miserably. With her awful MTV VMA performance and that crappy Blackout album still fresh in everybody's minds, she returns with Circus. You can't say she's not trying. The good news is that the former Mrs. Federline's second comeback attempt in as many years is a vast improvement over last year's attempt. Funny th...
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What Just Happened

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:48:00 +0800

De Niro's latest offers an inside look at Hollywood... - WHAT JUST HAPPENED Directed by Barry Levinson Starring Robert De Niro, Stanley Tucci, John Turturro, and Robin Wright Penn Rating What Just Happened gives us an inside look at Hollywood and all the industry-related happenings and shenanigans between stars, producers, agents, and the studio boss. Robert De Niro stars as Ben, a high powered agent who juggles his time trying to fix two problems: his broken, second marriage, and getting the star of his new movie to shave ...
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Free Form Phone

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:47:00 +0800

The Nokia 888 Concept Cellphone - Istanbul, Turkey "The perfect form, follows you." Based on this age-old idea of water taking the shape of its container, designer Tamer Nakisci of Minar Sinan University of Fine Arts in Istanbul, Turkey has created a concept for a very flexible phone. Able to bend into almost any shape or form an elongated rectangle can take, the Nokia 888 concept challenges our perspective of the term 'customization'. The phone can be carried anywhere. Edit not only the color of your device; y...
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Diamonds of the Caribbean

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:46:00 +0800

2009 AAA Five Diamond Award Winners - If you are planning to see the Capricious Caribbean this 2009, be sure to check out the American Automobile Association's (AAA's) Five-Diamond Award Winners. Starting in 1977, AAA established its Diamond Ratings System. You may recall this from the 2007 film Ocean's Thirteen where Willy Bank (Played by Al Pacino) was awaiting this award for his hotel. The Five Diamond Award is similar to the Five Star rating for hotels, it is currently North America's premier rating program. 2009 award winn...
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Double Cross

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:45:00 +0800

Betraying what you know about vodka... - If you're already in love with the unique bottle, you're not alone. The elegant crystalline block adorned with Slovakian poetry won the hearts of judges in the San Francisco World Spirits Competition—gaining double gold for bottle design. But beauty isn't only skin deep. Double Cross Vodka claims to be a drink of unparalleled quality. Made from 100% organic estate-grown winter wheat and mountain spring water, and distilled seven times with limestone, active charcoal, and diamond dust...
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Stylish White

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:44:00 +0800

Latest release from Bang & Olufsen - Known for its luxury home theaters, Bang & Olufsen is back with classic white speakers that is as elegant as it can get. Although Bang & Olufsen has a wide range of white speakers and home theaters, the design of this latest product is simply sleek. It is covered with fabric and has been tested that it would look as good now after being exposed to sunlight for at least six years. So you need not worry about buying white speakers anymore with the help of Bang & Olufsen, this Christ...
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Waves and Curves

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:43:00 +0800

BMW ZX-6 Concept for 2015 - Two international design students, Jai Ho Yoo and Lukas Vanek , designed the BMW ZX-6 concept car as part of the Istituto Europeo di Design of Turin (IED) Thesis "Designing the BMW of 2015". Students involved were asked to create a car reflecting the needs and wants of a person who would be turning 35 in the year 2015. They were encouraged to use natural shapes and forms as well as abstract ideas common in music and the arts. Thirty-five students in all participated, but the ZX...
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Obama's Ring

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:42:00 +0800

Say thank you in luxury - It is every woman's dream to receive a diamond ring, better yet getting it as a way to say ‘thank you.' “Our American distributor has contacted us and has asked us to provide details on the Harmony ring,” said a spokesperson of an Italian designer Giovanni Bosco who claims that Barack Obama purchased $30,000 rhodium ring for his wife, Michelle Obama as a thank-you-for-your-support gift. Whether it is true or false, this rhodium ring that blings just set a standard for all th...
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iBike Design

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:41:00 +0800

So clean, it generates its own power. - The MP3 player and the concept urban exercise have developed almost hand-in-hand. It should be no surprise that something creative would come along and change the way we think about a work out. This is the Polygon, a concept bike designed by Reindy Allendra. Looking at the ultra-cool, sleek external features, the bike already sets itself apart from the crowd. What really shines like a beacon - literally - is the built-in battery that gets charged as the wheels turn, powering head and rear li...
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Lanna Luxury

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:40:00 +0800

Explore the magical city of Chiang Mai - Set in magical Chiang Mai, The Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi has quickly received acclaim as being one of the world's best hotels. Reflecting the natural beauty, history, and culture of its patron city, the Dhara Dhevi is a glorious architectural tribute to the early Lanna Kingdom of Northern Thailand. More of a village than a resort, the Dhara Dhevi sits on sits on sixty acres of lush landscape, complete with its own plantations and paddy fields. The lobby is reminiscent of opulent Lanna pala...
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Hobo Chick

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:39:00 +0800

Fit it all in Monna bag by Jimmy Choo - It is the blue, green, and white Christmas for Jimmy Choo as he releases a new collection, Monna for us ladies. Dimensions of L14 x H11 x W0", the shiny vivid green, electrifying blue, or pure white color Monna bag is perfect for this holiday, especially when you are handful of things to put in your purse. Pair this in vouge bag with dark blue jeans, Loubotin peep toe heels, and a white ruffles blouse, and you are all set for a girls night out. Jimmy Choo Monna Shiny Leather and Suede Bag ...
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Beyonce is Sasha Fierce!

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:38:00 +0800

A concept album that succeeds halfway... - BEYONCE I Am…Sasha Fierce Rating: Much like David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust and Eminem/Marshall Mather's Slim Shady, Sasha Fierce is Beyonce's new alter ego. And with her new album I Am…Sasha Fierce split into two discs (First disc is titled I am… and second disc titled Sasha Fierce ), it's obvious that Sasha Fierce is Beyonce's angrier, louder, meaner side. Slow ballads such as the lead single “If I Were A Boy” fill the first disc while club ...
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The Killers - Day & Age

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:37:00 +0800

Soaring vocals with glittering sound... - THE KILLERS Day & Age Rating: Guess The Killer's fixation with “the Bruce Springsteen sound” is over. Day & Age, the Las Vegas rock act's third album, once again gives us sharp melodies and singalong tunes. Shredding guitars and corrugated horns fill the album opener “Losing Touch”. It's an ironic track, as lead singer Brandon Flowers sing about impending doom and his darkest hours to such cheery, uplifting beat. First single “Human...
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Luxury Cookbook

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:36:00 +0800

The Big Fat Duck Cookbook is a scene stealer! - Rebel Chef Heston Blumenthal, is known for thinking outside the box. With signature dishes like snail porridge and bacon-and-eggs ice cream, his scientific approach to cooking and wild ideas has taken the culinary world by storm. His Restaurant in the United Kingdom, The Fat Duck, holds three Michelin Stars and has been voted The Best Restaurant in the World twice in a row. So when rumors sprang of a cookbook, food lovers everywhere expected the unexpected, and they weren't disappointed!...
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Travel in Trend

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:35:00 +0800

Via Marcello de Cartier - Since the launch of Marcello de Cartier, bag lovers have been pleasantly surprised to associate the luxury jewelry brand with leatherwork. Now with names such as Hilary Duff, Eva Mendes, Halle Berry, and Monica Belluci all seen sporting the Marcello tote, it's hard to overlook such a marvel of design. The bags are delectable, and as we welcome Season Two of Marcello de Cartier earlier this year, we see that it can only get better. The new set comes in silent seduction: black, brown, shades of...
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Fairlady Z

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:34:00 +0800

Simple, Sublime, and 110% pure Z! - The immensely identifiable Nissan Z soared back to its roots with a modest design cloaked over an exciting, engineered driving experience. Fully redesigned and equipped with a revamped 3.7-liter V-6 engine, the all-new Nissan 370Z also takes the original 1970's 240Z concept of being the most balanced sports car in terms of performance, style, and value. Among its sportier features are: Nissan Intelligent Key™ with Push Button Start, a center console box with a new non-intrusive cover des...
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Fairest of Them All

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:33:00 +0800

Coolest gadget idea, The Interactive Mirror - Since the turn of the century, the idea of an interactive mirror is neither new nor revolutionary. What surprises us most about this version is the incomprehensible novelty value. While other interactive mirrors have posed as impersonal kiosks that allow us to do little more than point and touch, this one is truly interactive. From the designer's blog: " I thought to build this version of the Interactive Mirror after I saw some dielectric glass mirrors with LCD panels built into them. Th...
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Kanye West's Heartbreak

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:32:00 +0800

Be ready to be surprised... - KANYE WEST 808s & Heartbreak Rating: Wow. Kanye West's new album is a shocker. Gone are the egomaniac's nonstop self-promoting and bragging. Instead ‘Ye croons about heartbreak and lost love in 808s & Heartbreak. Yes, you read it right—Mr. Temper Tantrum doesn't so much rap on this album, he croons like he's a member of Maroon 5. And thanks to Auto-Tune (a pitch-correction software which Kanye uses for this album), 808s & Heartbreak works. It's ...
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Dunhill's Specials

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:31:00 +0800

Christmas gifts from Dunhill - If you are still wondering what to buy for your friends, family, or partner, then Dunhill is one option you can put on your to-buy list. The 8GB Pave Black Diamond USB thumb drive is no doubt one of the things that your geeky friend would love to have. Boasts to have 272 black diamonds, this USB key can sure makes your geek friend in vogue. Bulldog Sterling Silver Cufflinks by Dunhill is another impeccable Christmas gift whether for your partner or co-worker, especially if you are looking...
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Subscription Wines

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:30:00 +0800

Playboy dips into something delicious! - They're beautiful, full-bodied, and certain to turn heads. Playboy hits the market with the Playboy Wine Collection, consisting of twelve acclaimed wines paired with vintage Playboy Magazine covers. A true collector's item, only 550 bottles are available at each release. They are sold as individual bottles, as a set of twelve, and also on a subscription basis, if you're used to getting your Playboy that way. The collection includes 2005 Janzen Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and a lovely Tus...
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Prada Pairing

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:29:00 +0800

LG Prada II comes with bluetooth watch - We've [url=http://www.lifestylebk.com/articles/gadgets_7/prada-20_1898.htm]already reported[/url] on the new LG Prada II phone hitting the shelves in Europe this Holiday season. A little bird tells us that the phone will come with a matching Bluetooth watch. That's right, Bluetooth! Other than tell time, the watch will display instant messages, calls, contacts, and makes sure your schedule is in order. No word yet on how much the watch will be in conjunction with the already hefty 600-Eur...
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Breakbeat Bad Boys

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:28:00 +0800

Interview with Ed Rush & Optical - Legendary drum'n'bass bad boys Ed Rush and Optical (aka Ben Settle and Matt Quinn) are set for a debut performance in Hong Kong this week. Having played a major part in the development of the genre on labels such as No U Turn, Prototype and Metalheadz, the duo founded their own label Virus Recordings in 1998. Their first album Wormhole is considered a seminal classic and over the years they have collaborated and produced tracks for the likes of Goldie, Grooverider, Roni Size, Skunk Anansie and R...
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Iced Lamborghini

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:27:00 +0800

Amosu rolls out Lamborghini key fob - Your car is a definite bling, considering the fact that you are riding in a Lamborghini but let's complete the whole bling package with Amosu's latest luxury. Alexander Amosu certainly blows our mind away with the Bentley key fob, this time Amosu is back with a special Lamborghini key fob. Comes in two styles, the pure white diamonds and white slash black to give you the sleek look you wanted. Priced at £7,000, the car key is with 2.02 carats or 183 diamonds to be exact. December is j...
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Treasure the Blue

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:26:00 +0800

Johnnie Walker unleashed Blue Label limited edition - One of the most rare whisky blends, Johnnie Walker Blue Label King George V Edition will be sold in limited collection exclusively at Dubai Duty Free to welcome the festive season. With only 250 bottles available, each bottle numbered accordingly, will definitely create hype among the tourists as well as the locals of UAE. If you are a fan of Blue Label better yet a fan of not-anyone-can-buy then this bottle might be what you are looking for. Word is, the box itself is made in style, with...
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Wine Design

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:25:00 +0800

JAQK Wines, get ready to play! - JAQK Cellars is a new wine brand that's fast becoming a house winner. These gambling themed bottles aren't your average vintage, with classy designs and bold names they shout for more fun, more games, and definitely more friends! The 2008 offering consists of 8 wines split into 2 collections available as single bottles or in gift sets. NAPA VALLEY and SONOMA collection (USD220++): Higher Roller (2006 Cabernet), Black Clover (2006 Merlot), Soldiers of Fortune (2006 Shiraz), Pearl Handle (20...
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Surfer's Chair

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:24:00 +0800

Daybed is designed just for the web addicts - If you are one of the onliners then this chair is probably something you are looking for. While the technology is rising quick, the furniture design for our lovely gadgets is still from yesterday. Tomorrow’s furniture available today, Daybed from Mauelsaez, is designed to help the web addicts sit in proper postures, forget hunchbacks when you are sleeping comfortably in this chair. The striking color of orange makes this chair an outstanding show piece in your home. Just picture your ...
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All-in-One Kitchen

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:23:00 +0800

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Ecologically Decorative

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:22:00 +0800

Solar-cell tree charger grows power - Diversify your space with this trendy-but-VERY-useful solar-cell tree charger. With multiple jacks, you can charge your cellphone, camera, and MP3 player without needing another wall outlet. The tree has photovoltaic panels that takes in energy during the day and saves it inside a battery for use at night. Not only is it functional, the tree's design is also fully customizable. Each branch is a module linked by a standard connector. Twist, grow, extend your tree any way you want! This p...
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Guns N' Roses is back!

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:21:00 +0800

Totally worth the wait... - GUNS N’ ROSES Chinese Democracy Rating: To see Guns N’ Roses’ new album, Chinese Democracy, sitting here—in all its packaged glory—is quite a sight to behold. Afterall, it took seventeen years, fourteen different studios, dozens of false rumors, and who knows how many millions for Axl Rose and crew to unleash this bad boy onto the world. For a while, only the most diehard of GNR fans would believe this album would ever see the light of day. Well, th...
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Worth the Wait

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:20:00 +0800

What would you go through to satisfy your sweet tooth? - Get in line, because the secret is already out. On any given day, the small pastry shop at a discrete corner of Ginza in Tokyo’s financial district has a line down the block an hour before its opening time at 10am. Once the doors open, each customer eagerly files in and is limited to just 8 individual orders. Even then, everything is sold out by noon. Here in the world’s most food-crazed city, entire itineraries are dedicated solely to food crawls. And for a knowing gastronome...
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Taste the Wine

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:19:00 +0800

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Fly into the Future

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:18:00 +0800

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The New BMW 7 Series

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:17:00 +0800

Fifth Generation Launched for 2009 - The launch of the fifth generation BMW 7 Series marks a new in-class benchmark in automotive luxury, technical innovation and driving dynamics, combined with emissions-reducing and fuel-saving technology. Klaus Kibsgaard, Managing Director of BMW (UK) Ltd, said: " The BMW 7 Series is BMW personified: a luxurious, sporting premium car that is ideal for the businessman who enjoys driving. " Every car in the series comes with stunning new features. First to appear in this class of seda...
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Little Tart

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:16:00 +0800

A modern, sexy tartan theme fills D&G - It's the tartan look that fills D&G's fall/winter collection – from the knee and calf-length kilts, long skirts and cropped blazers, ruched dresses, tartan shirts in cotton, flannel and chiffon – the Scottish print has never looked so good. Strongly inspired by a British mood, who plays with the irony to mix and match different elements - light and flirty printed chiffon dresses matched with deep-colored sweaters. In the season's theme of masculine dressing, it's all about subt...
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Thumb Art

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:15:00 +0800

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Go Greek

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:14:00 +0800

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Choke

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:13:00 +0800

Solid performances hampered by weak plot... - CHOKE Rating: Directed Clark Gregg Starring Sam Rockwell, Anjelica Huston, and Brad William Henke The marketing of Choke relies heavily on the fact that it’s “from the author of Fight Club”. And indeed, Choke is a perverse drama in the same vein as the cult classic. Sam Rockwell stars as Victor Mancini, a sex addict who intentionally chokes on food at high end restaurants to scam unsuspecting rescuers into giving him money for hospital fees. When hi...
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21st Century Nomad

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:12:00 +0800

Pack up your holiday home - With the holiday season around the corner, consider Port-a-Bach, an über-chic mobile holiday home. Created by atelierworkshop, the brainchild of New Zealand based architects Cècile Bonnifait and William Giesen, Port-a-Bach pioneers a movement towards ecologically sustainable living. In the words of the founders, “Our architecture seeks to reveal the landscape and the environment through innovation and common sense. Without compromising on design, we put priority on finding su...
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A New Dawn, A New Day

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:11:00 +0800

The egg bed hatches open - Not so long ago, the definition of “Insomnia” was Faithless’s infamous nineties dance track but nowadays, it conjures images of counting flocks of sheep into the wee hours. The latter may apply to those of us whose spangly clubbing gear has been relegated to the back of the wardrobe, never to see the light of day again. If this is the case, LOMME’s (Light Over Mind Matter Evolution) award-winning egg-shaped bed by Gunther Thöny’s Thony Projekt may be your sle...
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Crocodile Hunter

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:10:00 +0800

Scale your way up the fashion chain - Crocodiles may be top dog in the reptilian world, but out of the swamps a croc on your arm will guarantee your reign at the top of the fashion chain, especially if it comes from Dolce & Gabbana. The Italian powerhouse have launched their exclusive line of crocodile bags for their Spring/Summer 2009 Mens collection. The one-of-a-kind collection is limited to twenty unique pieces worldwide, crafted from luxurious multi-coloured corocodile skin. Each bag is individually numbered with “L...
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The Gift Of Time

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:09:00 +0800

Audemars Piguet's Survivor - Ladies keep your man on schedule by giving him a reason to keep abreast of the time. The Audemars Piguet limited edition Royal Oak Offshore Survivor timepiece is the ideal gift for the man who has everything but timekeeping skills. Made of blackened titanium, this master crafted watch is durable, yet exceptionally light. The Survivor sets itself apart from the Royal Oak series, being the first in the range to feature hinged chronograph push piece guards and conical chronograph buttons. The st...
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Bentley Bling

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:08:00 +0800

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Designer Diamonds

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:07:00 +0800

Louis Vuitton: Les Ardentes - Louis Vuitton is known for luxury fashion and leather goods but unlike Chanel, jewellery has never been a core part of their business. That may change with LV's foray into designer diamonds. The luxury brand has created and patented diamonds that reflect the LV monogram. The rounded and pointed flower diamonds have 61 to 77 facets, compared with 58 facets of a normal diamond. Part of the Les Ardentes collection, the diamonds will retail for a cool $4 million. Pile on the bling with LV patented...
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Midas Touch

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:06:00 +0800

Cheers to a golden year - Start the New Year by turning over a golden leaf. In the land of the rising sun, a Japanese gold maker has unveiled a solid gold calendar for 2009 that is sure to imprint dates even into the minds of chronic amnesia sufferers. The impressive calendar measures 67 by 42 centimetres and weighs in at six kilograms. On the back of the calendar, there are printed images from the picture scroll of the "Tale of Genji," a classic Japanese literary work that marks its 1,000th anniversary next...
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Surfers Paradise

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:05:00 +0800

Ride the Arctic wave - Surfers are renowned for their ‘hot’ bodies and chilled attitudes; however add freezing cold surf into the equation and there's less of chill out and just plain chilly. Rip Curl comes to the rescue with the H-Bomb wetsuit. After three years of dipping their feet into Arctic waters, the leading surfing brand has pioneered the self-heating wetsuit with a built-in carbon fibre heating element that heats up the body’s core to pump warm blood to extremities. Two rechargeable lit...
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Plastic Fantastic

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:04:00 +0800

Fashion reconstructed - It's easy to mistake eccentric french designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac for a modern day Peter Pan. Switch Neverland to Legoland and voilà, a virtual fashion show is constructed using lego blocks for the set, audience, and models. An electro-pop soundtrack, camera flashes, and clapping may cause you to wonder if anyone's popped a happy pill. Produced in conjunction with Agence Four H, Castelbajac’s collection was broadcast during Paris Fashion Week. [vimeo=http://vimeo.com/...
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Ferrari's Sweet Sixteen

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:03:00 +0800

Scuderia Spider 16M - The champagne bubbles may have fizzled out after the Formula One Championship earlier this month, but the Ferrari team keep up the pace with the release of the Spider 16M. Aptly christened 16M, the speed machine commemorates the prancing horse’s sixteenth Constructors Title Championships. As part of the Carrozzeria Scaglietti Personalisation Programme, the Scuderia Spider 16M comes in standard black with grey trim or tricolour livery and a commemorative plaque on its rear grille. The ...
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Six Scents

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:02:00 +0800

The Sweet Smell of Saving Lives - Karma now comes in a bottle courtesy of the Six Scents Fragrance Initiative. Seven New York’s Joseph Quartana, curator of the range, plans to release six new fragrances annually with a percentage of proceeds donated to Designers Against AIDS. Each of the six fragrances in Series One are developed by a celebrated designer and Symrise perfumer. The six karmic creations are: Alexandre Herchcovitch’s “Urban Tropicalia", Cosmic Wonder Light Source’s “The Spirit o...
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Bodhi Beautiful

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:01:00 +0800

A stitch in time creates the divine - When Liz Hurley first stopped traffic in her Versace safety-pin dress, the fashion police were divided as to whether she topped or tipped the fashion scales. Over a decade later, the humble safety pin resurfaces as the pièce de résistance in the Spring/Summer 2009 [url=http://www.bodhibags.net/]Bodhi[/url] collection. [url=http://www.bodhibags.net/]Bodhi[/url] incorporates a haberdashery theme with with the Safety Clutch as the objet du désir of fashionistas and feminists ...
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