It hasn’t been long since Swarovski’s previous seasons successful collaboration with Jean Paul Gaultier, and now they have cooked up an elegant yet asymmetrical Autumn/Winter 16 collection of silver jewellery ‘Reverse’ READ MORE
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Tiffany & Co. Announces New Store Opening in Auckland
International renowned American jeweller Tiffany & Co. announced the opening of the New Zealand’s very first flagship store in the historic and very ornate ‘Australis House’ (Constructed in 1906) READ MORE
PRADA Presents MOD Eyewear
“MODS, It was a lifestyle, A state of mind.”
MOD is the contracted form of “Modernism”, a cultural phenomenon that is widespread among young English in the late ’50s and early’ 60s. It was a real movement that captivated a generation, using a military symbol as a sign of their religion. READ MORE
RADO HYPERCHROME ULTRA LIGHT WINS GOOD DESIGN AWARD + ANATOMY
“If we can imagine it, we can make it”
Quite clichéd is the phrase ‘Necessity is the mother of invention’. We often forget, sometimes all brilliant inventions need is just getting back to basics. READ MORE
Taking FLIGHT
Under the design direction of Chopard’s co-president Caroline Scheufele, the Geneva workshop artfully assembled a bestiary crafted with extraordinary skill by master goldsmiths and jewellers using a veritable cavalcade of gems. READ MORE
30’s Revisited with Sara Battaglia
Sara Battaglia’s new sophisticated capsule collection combines the heritage of the Ferragamo house and modernity of New Age Silhouettes.
The Capsule takes us down memory lane to 30’s, remember those classic suede multicoloured Rainbow Wedges famously created by Ferragamo for Judy Garland in 1938, just before her most applauded role in Wizard of Oz (1939). READ MORE
L’amour à Paris
Chaumet gave remarkable precedence to matrimony in its new artistic short video, filmed and photographed by Matthew Brookes.
The video proves witness of two Parisian lovers engrossed in love, centre to the video are the enduring symbols of love, Tiaras,…Engagement Ring…Wedding Bands…. and other alliance specific jewelleries. READ MORE
Happy Mother’s Day with Coach #MakeItPersonal
Coach promises to make your Mothers luxury dreams in to reality with an exclusive personalised monogram service today on Mothers Day. Its definitely not too late for a quick visit to your nearest Coach Store (PS: A new Coach Store opening on St Collins St Lane, Melbourne very soon.)
BABY’S ON FIRE
Jagged Edges. Bold Hues. And Unapologetic Vibrant Brush Strokes. Stylist Emma Read create a modern TWIST on the classic. Step in to a fiery side with L’Officiel Beaute story ‘Baby’s On Fire’.
ANATOMY OF A BAG
ORIGIN
Originally designed for the men’s line by Bottega Veneta creative director Tomas Maier, this women’s version of the ‘Monaco’ has recently been introduced, bridging the two worlds of the luxury brand. READ MORE
#TiffanyBlueBook
Cunard Building, an Italian monument in the heart of Lower Manhattan, New York; this neo-Renaissance inspired building that once housed infamous Cunard Line was chosen to unveil Tiffany’s new magnificent collection, “Blue Book 2016”, inspired by the theme “The Art of Transformation”, by design director Francesca Amfitheatrof. READ MORE
Shades of Jungle
Vivid colour snakes, buzzing dragonflies and blooming flowers. Jungle glasses from Fendi’s latest Spring/Summer 2016 collection takes inspiration from exuberant tribal colours of woods and wild. The large frames, both in a chic and appealing square version and cat-eye, are modern and transparent with a camouflage decoration. READ MORE
WANT: RUBBER SOUL
British shoe designer, Charlotte Olympia, has weaved her magic on our beloved rubber footwear.
WANT: Chopard’s Fleur d’Opales
Exquisite, elusive, opulent—a garden of opal flowers has blossomed at Chopard, just in time for Haute Couture Week.
Diamond days
Lucy Folk: Tesoro Collection
A pirate ship full of party-goers tearing down Venetian canals with the beautiful and feted Londoners, Quentin and Jemima Jones giving chase … Lucy Folk‘s latest jewellery collection, Tesoro, is born of worldly, adventurous glamour.
Michael Kors: flat out
Of all the designers to lay claim to the so oft-referenced American sportswear hall of fame, Michael Kors walks the walk and talks the talk.
Versace’s #Greek Odyssey
Discover Versace Women’s #GREEK collection
Accessorise: Louis Vuitton’s Cruise 2016 Collection
LV’s creative director, Nicolas Ghesquière is injecting some sharp edges to summer glamour with locks, chains, cuffs and heels.
‘Bejewelled’ by Bulgari
Bulgari recently launched the limited edition python bags focusing on an intriguing mix of time, tradition and textures interpreted in multiple innovative effects. The bags are decorated in a rich and sumptuous floral design, a cascade of flowers in rich tones inspired from Bulgari’s 1968 High Jewellery collection. READ MORE
Dolce & Gabbana: Sicily, Primavera, Mamma and Pizzo
Dolce & Gabbana like to keep it rich and regal when it comes to jewellery, with crowns and crosses fit for a Borgia. Primavera calls for a lighter touch. Adorn yourself with playful femininity—flowers, gold filigree, butterflies and pearls.
Apple Watch Hermès
The Apple Watch—it could have gone the way of the universally panned Google Glass—the smart watch was initially dismissed by some critics as ugly and worse still, boring. Now we are sitting up and paying attention because Apple has come together with master leather craftsmen at Hermès and the result is glorious.
Fabergé Museum Exhibition
Founded in St Petersburg, Russia in 1842, the name Fabergé quickly became synonymous with royalty. Famed for intricate Easter eggs created for the imperial court of Russia, today the brand continues to produce incredible pieces inspired by its rich heritage. READ MORE
Watch: Dior Haute Joaillerie – Soie Dior Collection – Noué Savoir Faire
It starts with a sketch. In the adroit hands of the craftsman, the ‘Noué’ emerald necklace begins to take on a new life—fully formed, complete. The complex process of creation is every bit as mesmerising as the ripples of fine jewels in the finished piece.
Long Life Fashion
Smart types the world over are embracing the very French concept of a capsule wardrobe—a few key, quality pieces that continue to work season after season. Consider these heirloom worthy pieces an investment, ones you can pass down to your fille (daughter) or loved ones.
Whether it is an engraved vintage watch, a great leather jacket, a well cut black dress or a timeless bag, women understand the value of these items collected over a lifetime. To have and to hold, to cherish and gift on.
Oscar de la Renta finds heaven in a wild flower
Art Deco style took the 1920s into the future though it drew on the romanticised past. Egyptian and Aztec motifs were present in the geometric and decorative style where angled lines, pyramids and lotus flowers featured prominently. Oscar de la Renta’s Art Deco inspired ‘Russian Gold and Resin Wild Flower Necklace’ harks back to the glamorous era of Howard Carter’s discovery of Tutenkhamun’s gold (1922) while avoiding the pharaonic curses. READ MORE
Chatila: embrace your true authentic self
Passion and craftsmanship are the foundations that hold up a haute joaillerie house. Specialising in rare coloured diamonds and precision detailing, Maison Chatila’s joaillerie is sought after by the most discerning clientele, among them, the radiant Amal Clooney. READ MORE