Fashion, Haute Press, Luxury, News

Editorial Throwback: How Attainable Luxury is Changing the Market

Editorial Throwback: How Attainable Luxury is Changing the Market

The World Wide Web has given way new online culture of fashion addicts who love the finer things in life but don’t necessarily want to pay full price for them. This new demand for luxury goods at discounted prices is playing a huge role in the diminishing returns traditional retailers are seeing. Department stores like Barneys and Bergdorf Goodman can hardly compete with companies like Gilt.com and BillionDollarBabes.com. Luxury resale is growing market as well. A swift fashionista can pick up a gently worn item over …


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Africa, Fashion, Haute Press, Johannesburg, Photogenic, Style Profile, The Industry

Style Profile: Carla Fernandes, Africa-Vogue.com

Style Profile: Carla Fernandes, Africa-Vogue.com

After months of chatting it up with Carla Fernandes, she’s become a virtual sister and friend residing in Africa. Born in Maputo, Mozambique – raised in Johannesburg, and after working at Jimmy Choo, South Africa, she began to gain exposure to luxury brands such as GANT and PRADA, as they were all under the South African holdings company AVI LTD. Carla also kept an online journal as a hobby (like most of us) and fell in love with online interaction and …


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Giveaways, Haute Press, Lovit, Luxury, Shop

Pin + Tweet this Giveaway | Bed of Nails, Pillow & Mat

Pin + Tweet this Giveaway | Bed of Nails, Pillow & Mat

Stressors are a factor in many of life’s woes. Because of the jam-packed, ambitious way we live today–it is so important that we have access to a quick and easy stress reliever. Yoga and meditation have both become huge because of our stressful lifestyles and our need to wind down. But, not everyone has the time, access or ability to do yoga. Bed of Nails is an instant stress reliever. All you need to do to unwind, is to place your Bed of Nails …


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Celebs, Fashion, Haute Press, News, The Industry

Charlize Theron wears @Ferragamo on the June cover of @InStyle

Charlize Theron wears @Ferragamo on the June cover of @InStyle

When we think of Charlize Theron, one thought comes to mind “Less is More”. She manages to effortless weave in and out of fun & fearless fashion without screaming it from the rooftops…and that’s laudable. After all, who really wants to hear her scream fun fearlessly from the top of the nearest anyway?

A little Ferragamo dressed birdie has informed us that she’s wearing their Spring Summer 2012 Runway RTW Look 35 (see collage) designed by Creative Director, Massimiliano Giornetti, while gracing the cover of June’s InStyle. Hmmm, …


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Festival de Cannes, Haute Press, International, Luxury, News, Shop

75th Freestanding Moncler, Opens Cannes

75th Freestanding Moncler, Opens Cannes

Moncler recently opened a lavish boutique in Cannes, the space marks the 75th freestanding boutique of the Maison’s network. Cannes deemed both vivacious and glamorous, also known as an acclaimed cinema capital, debuts this space just in time for Festival de Cannes. The boutique’s iconic location fits right–well. Cannes’ perfect blend of Mediterranean nature and high society fuses with Moncler’s legendary and very central boulevard de la Croisette. The area is graced by palm trees, cafes, and elegant Belle Époque hotels. Though the new shop is …


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Blurbs, Eye Spy, Fashion, International, London, Luxury, Man Of Style, Men, News

Men of Style: Notables in Burberry Tailoring

Men of Style: Notables in Burberry Tailoring

Chris Hemsworth, Hugh Dancy & Ryan Seacrest wore a Burberry tailoring to events recently. It seems the Burberry suit is a staple go-to item for men looking to polish up and prep out. Most men describe dressing as a chore, it’s nice to see these Men of Style clean up so well. Burberry’s classic look sets the tone for immaculance and handsome dress without coming across as stuffy or stiff. We find the brand to been fresh, on trend and perfectly tailored.

CONSTRUCTION PROCESS:
CUTTING THE FABRIC
The fabrics are hand cut by …


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Beauty, Bodylicious, Fragrance, Haute Press, Luxury, Shop

Omnia Coral, Bvlgari’s new Stellar Scent

Omnia Coral, Bvlgari's new Stellar Scent

Omnia Coral captures the essence of colored gemstones and evokes the the happiness of sunny days & clear skies. The women’s fragrance radiates vitality & luminosity while vibrant red coral and the uber luxe packaging design brings to life the exuberance of the uniquely designed floral fruity Eau de Toilette. The muse for the fragrance is young, womanly, and ready to embrace all that summer has to offer.

Coral, an inimitable treasure of nature, has long lent its rich colors to the Bulgari …


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