Articles Archive for July 2007

iPod shuffle baths in 18 carat gold
Posted in Gold, Luxury, ipod on 20 July 2007

ipodDipped in style and bathed in utmost luxury comes your way this gold kissed iPod from a German company Xexxo. Carved out of pure 18 carat gold, this one is sumptuous break from the monotonous like colored iPods. This chic bling shuffle will definitely be a bit heavy on your pocket…but I don’t think it’s a big deal for those who love flaunting their riches. The golden wonder is priced at 14,000 EUR (US $10,000)…what say? Hmm…sounds quite musical! ;)
What more?

The iPod shuffle will soon be available in a diamond avatar as well…which will definitely more lavish and luxe than the golden one. It’s not just the looks that the company is blabbering about…they are also offering some real chic services like any time replacement, the moment you came across any fault in your iPod shuffle.

Via: WebSquirrel

22-karat gold versions of the Sacagawea Golden Dollar
Posted in Fashion on 18 July 2007

Gold coins

Can u recall the 22-karat gold coins that flew aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia in July 1999? Don’t stress even if you don’t remember. You can take a look at them at the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money in Milwaukee, the largest coin show in the nation.

The 12 gold versions of the circulating Golden Dollars will be unveiled at the fair. The 22-karat gold version of the Sacagawea Golden Dollar is made of .9167 (half ounce) fine gold.

Till date, the gold “space coins” has been stored at Fort Knox. They were never seen in public were never sold. This very feature makes them extremely rare.

Elite Champagne
Posted in Fashion on 18 July 2007

Elite Champagne

It seems Veuve Clicquot Yellowboam is in high spirits to celebrate its 130th anniversary. On this occasion the company will offer classic non-vintage Yellow Label brut champagne, 3600 limited-edition hand-blown, Jeroboam (3-liter) bottles with gold-leaf painted necks and saffron-colored leather labels. The bottle will be available soon for sale.

Expected price: $2,000 per bottle.

Crystal Bridges Art Museum: Luxury housing beauty
Posted in Buildings, Exhibitions, Luxury, Museum on 17 July 2007

Crystal Bridge

Crystal Bridges Art Museum, a lavish and luxurious den for the art connoisseurs that will open up in a couple of years is envisioned as a premier national art institution dedicated to American art and artists. Under construction in Bentonville, Ark, and funded by billionaire Alice Walton, the $50 million the museum complex will encompass approximately 100,000 square feet of gallery suitable for large receptions , areas for outdoor concerts and public events, library, meeting, and office space, a 250-seat indoor auditorium.

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The enchanting architectural marvel is the brainchild of World renowned architect Moshe Safdie. The one of its kind museum will home permanent collection of signature works from American artists along with galleries dedicated to regional art and artists including Native American art.
Via: JustLuxe

It’s raining bling at Pasotti’ Swarovski encrusted Umbrellas
Posted in Crystals, Luxury, Luxury Brands, Shopping, Swarovski on 17 July 2007

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I just love rains…and also do not mind getting drenched in a downpour either. The rain drops falling on me are satisfying enough to fill my heart and soul with loads of life and energy. So, in a situation like this opting for an umbrella is simply a mood killer, but still I would love to flaunt one if it is something on the lines of the luxury range from Pasotti.
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They have added a new dimension of luxury to the good old umbrellas with their opulent range of umbrellas which are decked up with dazzling Swarovski crystals. Not just this, the designer handles caked with precious jewels makes these umbrellas a chic accessory rather than a bare necessity.

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If the talk of the town is a bling thing like this…then who says an umbrella is a style killer?

Via: LuxuryPortfolio

L’uvalla: Pure Organic luxury for skin
Posted in Beauty Products, Luxury Brands on 17 July 2007

L’uvallaCalling only the rich hot chics!! Here comes a chance to beautify yourself with themost lavish beauty collection. Yuvalla, a Los Angeles based wellness company, has come up with its exquisite range of new luxury skin care collection, L’uvalla.

L’uvalla is a holistic combo of skin nourishing and chemical-free products to pamper your skin. 100% organic and natural vagan, the L’uvalla range of beauty products carry the stringent European Eco-cert organic certification. L’uvalla’s premium ingredients are PABA and Paraben-free, and the skin care collection features Balancing and Age-Defying cleansers, face creams, toners, and even a chemical-free sunscreen.

Pic features The Age Defying System
Price: : $121.50

Via:High Chic

Silver Metal Headboard at Christie’s New York auction
Posted in Art, Designer, Fashion, Gadgets on 17 July 2007

Silver Metal Headboard at Christie’s New York auction

This introduction of a new elite product is a value addition to my earlier updates. So dear friends, I am considering that you know Christie’s New York auction that are in news for long.

Also, the products displayed at Christie’s auction are inviting eyeballs. So, here is one more. Designed by Diego Rivera, the “silver metal headboard” is expected to fetch up to $40,000 during the Christie’s New York auction “Maria Felix: La Dona” on 17-18 July 2007.

Measurements: 51 inches (height) by 85 inches (width)

Now give me the honor to introduce you with some insights about this designer product. The work was made for Maria Felix, the iconic Mexican movie star nicknamed “La Dona,” and belonged the estate of Felix. And who knows, you might be the one to fit it right in your living room.

So, Are you ready to join the queue?

MHO radiator: Truly lavish truly innovative!
Posted in Gadgets, Home Appliances, Luxury, Technology on 15 July 2007

MHORadiators are not a basic necessity anymore…with so many technological and designer advancements creeping up in the industry, they are metamorphosing into ‘the accessory for a luxury lifestyle’. The MHS Neo belongs to this very breed of luxury radiators.

Apart from being a functional accessory this one is also a plush add on to your interiors with its polishes stainless steel face that doubles up as a mirror. What makes this one a hot pick is the understated glow that it emits from the concealed neon light, to create a dramatic ambience in your living area and making it all the more warm and cozy.
Specs:
Diameter = 700mm
Output = 800 watts
Price: £1,405.42
Via: Lussorian

Connect: The all purpose technology
Posted in Cell Phone, Designer on 14 July 2007

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Technology is getting cooler every day. Every new day makes the mobile phones all the more chic and denser when it comes to features and functions. The latest in the league of these lavishly featured devices is the Connect, designed by James Zhang. Connect is a chic and flexible device that’s capable of metamorphosing into various forms depending upon the application you fit it into.

The OLED touch screen technology gels with the E-paper to help this device in transforming from a mobile phone to computer and from multimedia player to watch…all this happens not only at the virtual level but also in its physical appearance.

All you need to do is just press a one of the six Mode Keys and you can choose a particular function without getting lost. If all this was not enough to make Connect a hot property…add to it the applications like the badge and the necklace and you have a device that’s much more than personal productivity, and creates a scene apt enough for physical interaction between individuals. Sounds interesting!!

Via: Yankodesign

Invaluable Girard Perreguax Stolen Watch Collection found back
Posted in Luxury, Watch on 13 July 2007

watchAlas! The French police have proved their caliber by getting hold of the crooks who somehow managed to get away with the Girard Perreguax watch collection worth million francs, by stealthily making a way into the watch museum in La Chaux-de-Fonds last Thursday.

The luxury timepieces displayed at the Villa Marguerite museum was an antique piece whose roots are as old as 18th century, which makes it all the more priceless. They forcefully got their evil designs on the watches by crashing the display cases.

Finally, the precious collection is restored! It was found hidden in the branches under an oak tree in south of Valdahon on Saturday. Our heartiest congratulations to the French Police and Museum authorities and we hope they’ll be able to keep the pricey possessions under good guard now!

Via: TimesForum