Monthly Archives: February 2011

By Robert Frank at theWallStreetJournal

In the world of luxury mash-ups, we have seen the Porsche Kitchen, the Hermes Helicopter and the Versace private jet. Now comes the Lamborghini yacht.

Fenice Milano, the auto aftermarket specialists, and Mauro Lecchie, the Italian designer known for producing cars, have teamed up to create a prototype of a yacht inspired by Lamborghini. As you can see from the pictures, the wedge-shaped hull has all the sinister-looking details we have come to expect from Lambos–the sloping nose, the angled vents, the roaring engines.

With giant twin engines and body made of wood and Kevlar, the Lambo boat “combines high performance and low power consumption,” according to its makers. The company hasn’t given out the exact engine specs or speed.

Driving a Lambo boat is likely to be far more comfy than squeezing behind the wheel of its namesake. The cockpit has two outside stern decks, a double sofa bed, a bar and entertainment center with large windows. The interior also has a bathroom and separate shower, in addition to a guest bedroom with bathroom on the bow. (Unlike another new yacht, which will spray champagne from its showers, the Lambo shower appears to be limited to water).

There is no information yet on the boat’s price or availability. But it is likely that the buyers will similar to the Lambo demographic–young, male and loaded.

  

by Mod TV

Alessandra Ambrosio, Izabel Goulart and the world’s sexiest supermodels take us backstage at Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2011 fashion show, one of the hottest collections of the spring season.

Alessandra Ambrosio and Izabel Goulart, known mostly for their work with Victoria’s Secret, both walked in the show for the first time along with many other VS top models including Chanel Iman, Lilly Donaldson, Natasha Poly and Edita Vilkeviciute. Watch our exclusive backstage fashion video and see what our favorite girls all have to say about the experience. As Alessandra Ambrosio told us backstage “I guess fashion likes beautiful women again”.

  

by Emily H. Bratcher at US News

For some travelers, any hotel stay is a luxury: After all, someone else makes the bed, cleans the bathroom, sets out a continental breakfast and maybe even brings the morning paper. For travelers with more extravagant tastes, only the most lavish accommodations and services will do. But luxury comes at a price — a very steep one. So what exactly do you get for that four- or five-figure credit card charge? You might not believe it:

1. Royal Penthouse Suite at the President Wilson Hotel Geneva Cost: $65,000 a night.

For a lofty price, guests can enjoy 18,083 square feet of luxurious accommodations overlooking sparkling Lake Geneva. Enter the marble bathroom and guests will find their own personal hot tub. By the way, you’ll be scrubbing up with Acqua di Parma bath products. Room service is 24 hours, and rumor has it, this suite is très secure — with the ability to lockdown and watch suspicious hotel guests on closed-circuit TV. Of course there’s also satellite TV and a nearly limitless selection of movies and music. The suite also features a safe because if you can afford this room, you’ll be traveling with lots of treasures.

2. Royal Villa at the Grand Resort Lagonissi Athens Cost: $45,000 a night.

Nearly 4,500 square feet in size and overlooking the Aegean Sea, the Royal Villa drips with decadence. Several fireplaces, marble bathrooms and BVLGARI bath products, an indoor heated pool — and outdoor one — are just some of the amenities. Also at a guest’s disposal is a staff of four — one for personal training, another for spa treatments, a butler and a limo driver. And guests might even enjoy the exclusive service of flying to Athens by private jet, though certain conditions apply.

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By William Stolerman at Luxury Insider

To mark this year’s Valentine’s day, Veuve Clicquot has released a new ‘Birds of Veuve Clicquot’ collection.

The Ice Jacket – which keeps the champagne at 12˚C (53.6˚F) for up to two hours – has been given a new Rosé design, while the House has also unveiled a ‘Paint Box Rosé’ package. The set contains a half bottle of Veuve Clicquot Rosé and two outdoor plexi flutes, with the box also doubling as an ice bucket.

The Rosé boasts largely the same structure as Veuve Clicquot’s Brut Yellow Label (which is predominantly Pinot Noir) except 12% of it is made from red wine.

  

at Couture Blog

Couture recently announced the addition of Marina B, the iconic brand created by Marina Bulgari, to its impressive roster of exhibitors for Couture 2011. The brand was recently acquired by Windsor Jewels, Inc. who will re-launch the collection in early 2011, with its U.S. launch taking place exclusively at Couture Las Vegas in June. Created in 1978 in Geneva’s Place du Molard by Marina Bulgari, the daughter of the renowned jeweler Constantine Bulgari, the Marina B collection flourished during the ‘80‘s and ‘90‘s when it became synonymous with Europe’s original jet set crowd. The brand continues to be prized by collectors and connoisseurs across the globe. 

Under the direction of Windsor Jewelers’ CEO Paul Lubetsky, Marina B is on track to once again become a fine jewelry brand appealing to the crème de la crème of high society. “Couture is unique among trade shows in the jewelry industry,” said Lubestky regarding his decision to hold the U.S. launch of this important brand at Couture.

“Couture alone can provide us with a setting that is consistent with the Marina B image and brand: upscale retailers and the high-end partners that are the vital elements to the success of the re-launch.” 

“Marina B’s impressive history and continued commitment to superior design make this a perfect partnership for Couture,” said Lee Arevian, Couture’s Director of Business Development, “We are proud to deliver the best-of-the-best in design to our retailers, and our comprehensive roster of exhibitors ensures that we cover the spectrum of today’s jewelry marketplace.”