Balenciaga Georgian designer Demna Gvasalia is the current designer of Balenciaga (alongside Vetements), stating that his approach to the brand is to deconstruct something in order to create something else – “destruct to create.” He cites his work pattern to be influenced by sportswear aesthetics, particularly focusing on the modernity of comfort, functionality and technicality to create an aesthetically pleasing image.
In its perpetual quest for excellence, the brand constantly enhances the aesthetics and technologies of its emblematic timepieces. They are an invitation to push boundaries, to reach ever higher. With, as always, the same promise of outstanding quality thanks to the company’s complete, in-house mastery of watchmaking expertise.
Off-White After presenting two posthumous collections at Louis Vuitton, it was about time for us to get to see Virgil Abloh's last collection for his own fashion brand. Off-White was the project that launched his fashion career, as he was already known as a multi-hyphenate artist, that would eventually get him a seat at the table in Paris, at one of the biggest fashion houses in the world. Their latest Fall/Winter collection titled Spaceship Earth is Abloh's own personal farewell to the brand that watched him grow and evolve into the streetwear giant we all cherished.
Things we love about summer, beautiful beaches, bubbles, timepieces and eyewear. We have rounded up the best of the best for you just in time for the Fourth of July.
For outdoor adventures on the water, the Ulysse Nardin iSUP is by far the most beautiful paddleboard we have EVER seen, not to mention it bears the name of one of the most recognized nautical watch companies in the world. Both elegant and portable, it tops the list of this summer's must-haves. Available on beaulake.com
What about summer accessories you ask? Van Cleef & Arpels, need we say more? The Perlée 23mm watch is perfect for chic beachside soirées, lazy days aboard the yacht or lounging by the pool with a glass of bubbles. Available on vancleef.com the Perlée 23mm has 7 different color combinations, made from 18K gold and mother of pearl, making it suitable for any occasion and every season.
"I Prefer to Dream" – Monica Byrne
As a composer, dream weaver and entrepreneur, Monica Byrne has over 15 years of success in fashion apparel, luxury design, and goods. Grounded by her Midwest upbringing and education, she has found her place traveling the world, collaborating with private clients and consulting for fashion houses, including Carolina Herrera, Vera Wang, Jil Sander, and Donna Karan.
TIGHEMI (PRONOUNCED TIG-UH-ME) The Berber word for 'home'
Tighemi evolved from a passion for Morocco developed over many years of my travels there as a fine art photographer. During this time I was able to establish close relationships with remarkable artisans whose talent so beautifully celebrates the country's rich heritage of exquisite craftsmanship. It gives me enormous pleasure to now be working directly with a select few highly-skilled artists to curate exclusive and authentic collections of the very best quality fashion, bags, and homewares. Each item is truly one of a kind as all of our pieces are handmade, and done so in limited quantities.
Elżbieta (Ela) Pruszyńska is a global media personality, socialite, philanthropist and businesswoman. Ela is currently premiering on Żony Wives of Miami, a reality TV show produced by TVN. TVN is the leading broadcaster in Poland together with Discovery, Inc., the global leader in real life entertainment around the world. This, while overseeing the day-to-day operations of her resort line, Kaftans by Ela and her newest venture The Powder Room Beauty Group specializing in the art of prettification, as coined by Ela. "“Pretty” beauty drips in femininity and charm." she explained.
HANIA New York is a luxury knitwear collection founded by Anya Cole in 2012 and knit by hand by craftswomen in New York City, infusing contemporary style into a centuries-old tradition. Dedicated to unparalleled quality, craftsmanship, and sustainability, HANIA collections are created using Scottish and Italian cashmere from the finest mills in the world. Each one-of-a-kind knitwear garment is designed to be timeless and versatile, giving the wearer ease of movement and confidence in an uncompromising style, while also remaining adaptable enough to go wherever their life may take them. Read More
Bodvár - House of Rosés, one of the world’s leading premium rosé wine brands, is increasing the pace of its international expansion. The company is now able to offer its products in 48 new markets in Latin America and the Caribbean through an exclusive distribution agreement with American Actium, an international distributor of luxury brands. Bodvár- House of Rosés is now taking the next step in its ambitious growth plan.
”The agreement with Actium is strategically very important and proof of the unique position that Bodvár House of Rosés has created as one of the few international premium rosé brands. We are experiencing strong growth and in 2021 alone we have grown by about 300 percent. Through this agreement, we accelerate the pace further and more than double our market presence. We can now offer our products with even greater strength”, says Ann Hafström, co-founder and CEO of Bodvár - House of Rosés.
Just as a clasp brings together the two ends of a chain, we honor Anita Gumuchian as the strongest link that holds our family together. In celebration of four decades of jewelry designed by women for women, Gumuchian pays tribute to the people in our lives who bring us together and forge bonds of love and mutual respect with the new Anita G. Collection. Anita binds the Gumuchian family and company together in their pursuit of elegant style and superior quality, joining her love of her family with her passion for design.
MSP Recovery CEO buys Coral Gables mansion for $25M Billionaire attorney John H. Ruiz, the CEO of MSP Recovery, paid $25 million for a waterfront mansion in Coral Gables, according to a source familiar with the deal. Randall P. Fiorenza, the CEO of Pan Am Flight Academy and Tiger Aircraft Trading; and his wife, Sandra Fiorenza, an agent at One Sotheby’s International Realty; sold the 14,443-square-foot home at 530 Arvida Parkway, in the Gables Estates neighborhood. It was their homestead residence. Fiorenza represented herself in the deal. Ruiz worked with Alex Pirez of Mocca Real Estate.
The masterpiece was almost certainly acquired by a billionaire collector, but the mystery of which one, exactly, has only deepened in the days since the sale.
Architect and designer Peter Marino’s enduring career in the fashion industry comes to the Miami Design District in the shape of a beautiful white $40 Million Dollar Chanel Box. Whatever Peter Marino does he does, he does with undeniable gusto. When Channel came to Peter to design their latest store in the Design District they basically left the architecture to me. Whether it’s a building, a store interior, or a piece of furniture - the design must come from me they said.
Nathalie Baeten – Coucke proudly presents... ’ Le Parfum de Nathalie’ One fragrance. A lot of emotions. Memories connecting hearts. Endearing moments. Discover the most exclusive ‘Mountain Chic’ fragrance of Le Parfum de Nathalie and add a touch of elegance, warmth, wealth and cosiness to the most important places in your life. Offer your guests, cliënts, employées or business contacts an ineffeacable feeling of hospitality. Enrich your skin and your body with an extra boost of wealth and sensuality. Le Parfum de Nathalie developed for you a unique ‘Mountain Chic’ experience in an exquisite range of fragrance and body care products. Let all your senses be touched.
Built around near-future technologies such as its advanced Battery Electric drivetrain, the Aston Martin Lagonda All-Terrain Concept is an ultra-stylish, supremely luxurious, fully electric emission-free vehicle that can transport its occupants to remote and spectacular locations. It develops the.
The Chiron family is multi-faceted. Inspired by this versatility, we have created a double-sided navigation experience to present you BUGATTI’s latest masterpiece from all perspectives. We wish you a splendid journey.
The Mercedes-Benz EQS (V297) is a battery electric full-size luxury liftback produced by the German automobile manufacturer Mercedes-Benz Group AG. It is planned to be released in September 2021 in Germany and the fourth quarter in the US. It is part of the Mercedes-Benz EQ family, a range that will expand to include 10 models by 2022.
Northrop & Johnson /Mediterranean Yacht Charters Effortless charm and elegance are ever present along the Mediterranean shores. From the West Mediterranean hot spots of the Côte d'Azur, Amalfi Coast, and the Balearics to the East Mediterranean gems of Croatia, the Greek Isles and Southern Turkey, the varied cruising grounds are the most popular on the map. Whether you are looking for culture, gastronomic delights or sun, sea and sand, there are seemingly endless opportunities for a Mediterranean yacht charter.
Kensho Stats: 75.2 metres, Admiral, 2022, 12 guests, 23 crew Designed with nature at the forefront, Kenshō’sexteriors and interiors emulate the natural world with curved lines. Views out to the water are also the priority, meant to be enjoyed from almost every angle – particularly in the panoramic main saloon with its floor to ceiling windows
Explore A Unique Houseboat for Sale: A Luxury 4-Bedroom Yacht House Miami-based shipbuilding company Arkup has created the world’s first fully solar-powered, zero-emission floating residence. What the shipbuilder is calling the “next generation floating house,” 1 this yacht house looks like a two-story luxury modern home floating on the water.
Carmen Herrera’s hard-edge abstractions are distinguished by high contrast and precise execution, like that of the Painting. Carmen Herrera has recently achieved institutional acclaim and market recognition for her role as a pioneer of abstract art in the late 1940s.
Jean-Michel Basquiat In 2021, total auction turnover for works by Jean-Michel Basquiat reached an all-time high of $439.3 million, inclusive of Buyer's Premium, signaling continued demand for the artist's work.
Yoshitomo Nara In 2019, Sotheby’s sold Yoshitomo Nara’s "Knife Behind Back" (2000) for a record-setting $25 million in Hong Kong. Since that sale, ARTnews has labeled Nara as an in-demand staple in international contemporary art .