Luxist http://www.luxist.com Luxist. http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.luxist.com/media/feedlogo.gif Luxist http://www.luxist.com prods@weblogsinc.com (Weblogs, Inc. Producers) support@weblogsinc.com (Weblogs, Inc. Web Support) en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. View our terms of service here: http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/ Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/ <![CDATA[Sleep with Rolex & Patek Philippe at Florence's Luxe L'O - Hotel L'Orologio]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/16/sleep-with-rolex-and-patek-philippe-at-florences-luxe-lo-hotel/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/16/sleep-with-rolex-and-patek-philippe-at-florences-luxe-lo-hotel/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/16/sleep-with-rolex-and-patek-philippe-at-florences-luxe-lo-hotel/#comments
Under the patronage of new Italian luxury hotel group Whythebest, one of Florence's hippest and best-hidden boutique hotels is getting set to welcome the fashion crowd to the city this summer during the Pitti Uomo men's shows.

L'O - Hotel L'Orologio is unique in being inspired by the prestigious world of international high-end watchmaking as well as by owner Sandro Fratini's personal collection of over 2,000 vintage timepieces. If you appreciate haute horlogerie - and what man of style doesn't? - it's hard to imagine wanting to stay anywhere else.

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]]> FlorenceItalyluxury hotelsPatek PhilippeRolexWhythebest Hotels Jared Paul Stern Sat, 16 Apr 2011 09:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Seven Stars, Suite Luxury on the World's Most Beautiful Beach]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/15/seven-stars-suite-luxury-on-the-worlds-most-beautiful-beach/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/15/seven-stars-suite-luxury-on-the-worlds-most-beautiful-beach/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/15/seven-stars-suite-luxury-on-the-worlds-most-beautiful-beach/#comments
The luxe Seven Stars resort in Providenciales on the Turks and Caicos islands presides over the world's best beach, according to the new TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice awards. It was also just named the world's Most Romantic Hotel or Resort in About.com's 2011 Readers' Choice Awards. Looking at its luxurious pool area (above) fronting the fine white sand and ultra-blue sea of Grace Bay it's easy to see why. You can of course stop in for a quick getaway but Seven Stars is perfectly equipped for longer stays as well thanks to its massive, luxuriously-equipped suites.

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]]> beachhotel suitesluxury resortsProvidencialesresortsseven starsspaswimming poolTurks and Caicosworlds best beach Jared Paul Stern Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Reach the Beach: Luxury Resort Style in the Turks & Caicos Islands {Exclusive Feature}]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/15/reach-the-beach-luxury-resort-style-in-the-turks-and-caicos-islands/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/15/reach-the-beach-luxury-resort-style-in-the-turks-and-caicos-islands/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/15/reach-the-beach-luxury-resort-style-in-the-turks-and-caicos-islands/#comments
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The Turks and Caicos islands in the British West Indies is well known for having the world's most beautiful beaches. It also has some of the world's most stylish and luxurious beach resorts, which are remarkable for their amazingly private settings and lush natural landscapes, far removed from the over-development that plagues some other Caribbean hotspots. The perfect setting for our latest style feature, we're sure you'll agree.

Parrot Cay, located on a pristine 1,000-acre private island, including a mile-long powdered beach, is an elegant combination of glorious nature, understated luxury and unparalleled privacy complete with an award-winning holistic spa, healthy gourmet cuisine and beach villas with private pools (above).

The villas are a favorite with celebrities including Donna Karan, Bruce Willis, Keith Richards and Sir Paul McCartney. Some like Willis and Karan were so entranced they decided to build their own beach houses on the island. Want to own one? So do we. Parrot Cay is currently offering a small selection of villas for private ownership, starting at $10 million.

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]]> Aman resortsAmanyaraarchitectureBagatellebeachbeach resortsbooksCaribbeancelebrity vacationsDonna KaranGansevoortGirard-PerregauxHelly-HansenislandsJetBlueLand Roverluxury resortsParrot Cayprivate islandR A E N OpticsresortsRizzoliRoyal ElasticsshoesspaTodsTurks and CaicosVineyard Vineswatches Jared Paul Stern Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[World's Most Stylish Superyachts Set Sail for Perini Navi Cup]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/world-most-stylish-superyachts-set-sail-for-perini-navi-cup/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/world-most-stylish-superyachts-set-sail-for-perini-navi-cup/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/world-most-stylish-superyachts-set-sail-for-perini-navi-cup/#comments
The Perini Navi Cup, an annual super-luxe regatta in Sardinia dedicated to the world's most stylish sailing superyachts built by the famed Italian boatyard Perini Navi, is gearing up for its biggest year ever with an extra day of racing and help from some big-name sponsors.

Hundreds of millions of dollars worth of yachts, from the megabucks Maltese Falcon to the Lord Foster-designed Panthalassa and founder Fabio Perini's own Elettra are slated to make the scene and compete for the top prize under the auspices of the ultra-exclusive Yacht Club Costa Smeralda.

Set to take place September 1-4 in the waters around Porto Cervo, big ticket sponsors include Rolex, Audi and Champagne Pommery.

Want to compete in the Cup? There are six Perini Navi yachts available for sale via global online luxury marketplace JamesList, ranging from the 131-ft. Clan VI built in 1983 for $7.3 million, to the 184-ft. Salute built in 2008 for $50 million. There are also six Perini beauties for charter on JamesList, from the 110-ft. Heritage M built in 2000 for $95,000 per week to an impressive 164-ft. cruiser built in 2001 for $195,000 per week.

Gallery: The Perini Navi Cup

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]]> AudiJamesListMaltese FalconPanthalassaPerini NaviregattaRolexsailing yachtsSardiniasportsyacht charteryachts Jared Paul Stern Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Italian Painter Turns a Private Jet Into a Work of Art]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/italian-painter-turns-a-private-jet-into-a-work-of-art/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/italian-painter-turns-a-private-jet-into-a-work-of-art/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/italian-painter-turns-a-private-jet-into-a-work-of-art/#comments Painted Jet
Renowned Italian sculptor and painter Mimmo Paladino has become the first person to turn a private jet into a work of art with the installation of a customized Piaggio P.180 Avanti II aircraft at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan.

Dubbed the "Cacciatore di Stelle" (Star Hunter), Paladino's plane (above) will be on display in the famed luxury shopping mecca through April 28. Paladino decorated the turboprop with ancestral symbols, constellations and geometrical designs in homage to the skies in which it travels.

The plane is part of an exhibition of Paladino's work hosted by Milan's historic Palazzo Reale, including more than 50 of his artworks from the '70s to the present day. The P.180 Avanti was chosen for the project as an expression of "Italian genius in design and engineering."

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]]> artart jetartistItalyMilanMimmi PaladinoPiaggioprivate jet Jared Paul Stern Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Architecture, Nature & Elegance at Amanyara, Turks & Caicos]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/amanyara-turks-and-caicos/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/amanyara-turks-and-caicos/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/14/amanyara-turks-and-caicos/#comments Amanyara Turks & Caicos
We recently reported on JetBlue's great new direct service to the island paradise of the Turks & Caicos. To help you plan your glamorous getaway, Luxist is featuring the best of the Caribbean hotspot's luxury resorts. Next stop: Amanyara, one of the world's most alluring escapes.

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]]> Aman resortsAmanyarabarluxury travelresortTurks and Caicos Jared Paul Stern Thu, 14 Apr 2011 08:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[German Billionaire Offers World's Fastest Long-Range Superyacht for $85 Million]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/12/german-billionaire-guido-krass-world-fastest-long-range-superyacht/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/12/german-billionaire-guido-krass-world-fastest-long-range-superyacht/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/12/german-billionaire-guido-krass-world-fastest-long-range-superyacht/#comments Guido Krass Silver Zwei Superyacht
German eco-industrialist Guido Krass is offering to sell his 241-ft. Silver Zwei (above), the world's fastest long-range superyacht, for €59 million (about $85 million). Designed to the billionaire's specifications by Monaco's famed Espen Oeino, the Silver Zwei is about as an environmentally friendly as a yacht of its size and speed can be.

That means high fuel efficiency, which is quite handy when crossing the Atlantic at a cool 22 knots. The yacht's light, airy interior has accommodations for 20 guests in nine cabins including a large owner's suite with private lounge and veranda deck. Earth tones and clean white spaces with orange accents abound.

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]]> billionaireeco yachtEspen OeinoGuido KrassmegayachtSilver Zweisuperyachtyacht Jared Paul Stern Tue, 12 Apr 2011 13:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Sir Stirling Moss Ferrari Luggage Collection by Caracalla - Bath]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/12/sir-stirling-moss-ferrari-luggage-collection-caracalla-bath/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/12/sir-stirling-moss-ferrari-luggage-collection-caracalla-bath/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/12/sir-stirling-moss-ferrari-luggage-collection-caracalla-bath/#comments Sir Stirling Moss Ferrari

Caracalla - Bath, the UK line of fine Italian leather goods designed to be worthy of traveling in the world's greatest cars, has come out with a cool new collection of luggage designed in homage to the great racing driver Sir Stirling Moss and his iconic 1961 Ferrari 250 SWB (above).

Part of Caracalla's Commemorative Motorsport Collection, dedicated to pivotal moments in racing history, the beautifully handmade bags feature Moss' racing number as painted on the famous Ferrari at the wheel of which he won his 7th R.A.C Tourist Trophy at Goodwood.

The Ferrari Moss No. 7 collection includes a driver's bag (below), a holdall (above) and a garment bag all featuring Moss' signature embossed on the white center panel, meticulously crafted in Tuscany. Of course the man himself owns and loves the bags.

The line, founded by collector sports and luxury car expert Simon Jordan, takes its name from the Terme di Caracalla race circuit in Rome, where Ferrari won its first race in 1947.

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]]> Caracalla - BathCaracalla Bagaglioclassic carsDrivenFerrarileatherluggagemens styleracingStirling MossUK Jared Paul Stern Tue, 12 Apr 2011 08:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[The Classicist: Southern Proper's Timeless Style]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/11/the-classicist-southern-proper-timeless-style/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/11/the-classicist-southern-proper-timeless-style/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/11/the-classicist-southern-proper-timeless-style/#comments The Classicist: Southern Proper's Timeless Style
Mint juleps, seersucker, stately plantations, belles in summer dresses and those F. Scott Fitzgerald stories where they go around saying "Good mawnin', Sally Carrol" -- all come together in the new spring collection from Southern Proper, a gentleman's outfitter from Atlanta now gaining wider recognition from natty northerners.

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]]> Atlantabow tiescroquetF. Scott FitzgeraldGeorgiagolfKentucky Derbymens clothingmens stylemint juleppolopreppysailingsouthern plantationsSouthern Propersouthern+mens+stylesouthernmensstyletennisthe southties Jared Paul Stern Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[The $5 Million Per Month 'TV' Megayacht Charter]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/07/5-million-per-month-tv-megayacht-charter/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/07/5-million-per-month-tv-megayacht-charter/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/07/5-million-per-month-tv-megayacht-charter/#comments $5 million per month TV Megayacht
Steven Spielberg's new high-tech $200 million megayacht may be the world's most expensive yacht charter, but the 257-ft. TV (pictured above) launched by Lürssen in 2008 isn't far behind.

Designed by the brilliant Espen Oeino, it's now available to well-heeled yachtsmen for a cool $5 million a month. With a stunning Alberto Pintor interior the impressive craft was built to entertain a large number of guests with plenty of space for different salons, dining and relaxation areas.

Rare woods combine with dark blue leather upholstery in a pleasing interior scheme. A dedicated spa area expands onto a large fold-down sea terrace which allows said guests to go from a swim to the sauna, on to massage treatments and inside/outside gym activities in "a matter of seconds". Chief among the TV's top drawer touches is a very large owner's deck with its own Jacuzzi and sunbathing areas, in addition to a helipad which also incorporates a fueling station. The luxe craft can accommodate 12 guests in all along with 25 crew.

Gallery: 'TV' Megayacht Charter



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]]> Espen Oeinosuperyachtworlds most expensiveyachtyacht charter Jared Paul Stern Thu, 07 Apr 2011 14:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Autumn Culinary Retreat Package at Australia's Luxe Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/05/autumn-culinary-retreat-australia-luxe-wolgan-valley-resort-spa/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/05/autumn-culinary-retreat-australia-luxe-wolgan-valley-resort-spa/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/05/autumn-culinary-retreat-australia-luxe-wolgan-valley-resort-spa/#comments Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa
Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa, an Emirates property and Australia's first luxury conservation-based resort, is celebrating autumn in Australia with the "Autumn Retreat" package for gourmet aficionados.

A member of The Leading Small Hotels of the World, the luxe resort is located within its own 4,000 acre conservation reserve nestled between two national parks. This secluded refuge features 40 individual suites surrounded by private decks, each with its own indoor/outdoor swimming pool. The resort's architecture is designed to be reminiscent of traditional rural Australian homesteads.

The Autumn Retreat package includes an on-site cooking demonstration by a Wolgan Valley chef featuring fresh autumnal produce from the resort's kitchen garden and local suppliers, showcasing uniquely Australian cuisine enhanced by a seasonal, regional and organic food philosophy.

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]]> AustraliacookingEmiratesfoodluxury resortssuitesWolgan Valley Resort Spa Jared Paul Stern Tue, 05 Apr 2011 11:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[$2.7 Million Patek Philippe Watch Stars in Christie's Sale]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/05/2-7-million-patek-philippe-watch-christies-sale/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/05/2-7-million-patek-philippe-watch-christies-sale/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/05/2-7-million-patek-philippe-watch-christies-sale/#comments Patek Philippe single-button chronograph
An extremely important white gold Patek Philippe single-button chronograph from 1928, undoubtedly the only one of its kind, is expected to fetch up to $2.7 million at Christie's Important Watches sale in Geneva on May 16.

Created in 1928 on the eve of the stock market crash, the unique and complicated 1928 chronograph was a bespoke commission from one of Patek Philippe's most important patrons, though his exact identity is unknown.

The cushion-shaped wristwatch, with vertically positioned registers and Breguet numerals, is the only known example extant of a single-button chronograph by Patek Philippe made in white gold.

As such, it's perfectly possible that it could end up selling for more than $2.7 million, especially with the buoyant market for such horological masterpieces at the moment.

[via JustLuxe]

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]]> auctionsbespokeChristieschronographGenevagoldmost expensive watchesPatek Philippewatcheswhite gold Jared Paul Stern Tue, 05 Apr 2011 10:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Netscape Billionaire Refits $100 Million Superyacht]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/04/netscape-billionaire-refit-100-million-superyacht/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/04/netscape-billionaire-refit-100-million-superyacht/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/04/netscape-billionaire-refit-100-million-superyacht/#comments Netscape Billionaire $100 Million Superyacht
At 295 feet, Netscape billionaire Jim Clark's Royal Huisman yacht Athena is the second largest sailing superyacht in the world. Just behind Barry Diller's 305-ft. Eos and just ahead of the famed Maltese Falcon at 289 feet, the stunning Athena is a sight to behold wherever she sets sail.

Now Clark, who's said to have paid under $100 million for the craft back in 2004, is having her refit in New Zealand - the largest such project ever carried out in the country - at a cost of tens of million of dollars including many high-tech additions.

Upgrades are reportedly being carried out at the behest of Clark's much, much younger new wife, former Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model Christy Hinze. He's 67, she's 31. We had dinner with the Aussie stunner once and found her charming.

Hinze apparently wants to freshen up the somewhat stodgy, old-guy interior done up in dark wood and hotel suite-type furniture. The yacht's deckplan features an open air lounge, media center, formal dining salon, library, main salon with wet bar and an alfresco dining area.

The Athena can currently accommodate ten guests in five cabins, with the lower deck comprised of a full-width master cabin with a Jacuzzi, study and walk-in wardrobe. Hinze will want to enlarge that, no doubt.

[via JamesList]

Gallery: Netscape Billionaire Jim Clark's Superyacht

Clark's wife Kristy Hinze

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]]> Athena yachtbillionaireChristy HinzeInternet billionairesJim ClarkJim Clarks yachtMaltese FalconmodelsNetscapeNew ZealandRoyal Hiusmansailing yachtsupermodelssuperyachtworlds largest yachtsyacht Jared Paul Stern Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[The Classicist: Early Spring Style Starring the Volvo S60]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/04/the-classicist-early-spring-style-volvo-s60/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/04/the-classicist-early-spring-style-volvo-s60/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/04/the-classicist-early-spring-style-volvo-s60/#comments Volvo s60
The new Volvo S60 R-Design, the marque's sportiest model ever, serves as the inspiration for The Classicist's latest installment of seasonal style (see the late winter edition here).

As previewed by our brethren at Autoblog at the Paris Auto Show, the S60 R-Design amps up what Volvo had already declared to be its first "naughty" model; ask anyone who knows us - we've always had a soft spot for naughty models. The car's snappy 300-horsepower 3.0-liter inline turbo six remains unchanged, but the R-Design designation adds some styling upgrades that give it an aptly more aggressive stance.

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]]> bagscars and styleclothingluggagemens styleR A E N OpticsRalph LaurenRalph Lauren Cooper bagRalph Lauren Purple LabelRed WingRed Wing ShoesRed Wing Wabasha BootsRolexRolex ExplorerRolex Explorer IIScandinaviaSteve McQueenSwedenThe ClassicistVO VapenVolvoVolvo S60Volvo S60 R-Design Jared Paul Stern Mon, 04 Apr 2011 13:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Win a VIP Trip to the Kentucky Derby with Woodford Reserve]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/04/kentucky-derby-woodford-reserve/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/04/kentucky-derby-woodford-reserve/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/04/kentucky-derby-woodford-reserve/#comments Woodford Reserve Kentucky Derby 137
Woodford Reserve, the Official Bourbon of the Kentucky Derby, is once again honoring the country's favorite horse race with the release of a Kentucky Derby commemorative bottle (pictured above) full of their celebrated whiskey. The 2011 limited edition design features the work of award-winning artist and Virginia native Brett Amory.

Amory showcases two horses racing in those final moments towards the finish line with the only splash of color on the bottle. "The build up to the Derby is unlike any other sporting event," Amory notes. "Louisville is absolutely transformed, and people from all over the world come to join the excitement. I wanted to capture on canvas that one key moment they all came to see."

The limited edition liter-size bottle will be available in early April in 42 US states at a suggested retail price of $42.99. In addition to purchasing a true collector's item, consumers can enter Woodford Reserve's Kentucky Derby Sweepstakes with a chance to win a VIP trip to the 2012 Derby. They can enter by either registering their bottle's unique number printed on the neck label, by entering any random five digit code at www.WellCraftedDerby.com, or by mail.

Upon registering, entrants will be given a randomly-generated post position, from 1-20, for the 2011 Kentucky Derby. If the horse that starts from their assigned post position wins, he/she will be entered in the grand prize trip drawing. Official Rules are available at www.WellCraftedDerby.com; no purchase is necessary but you must be 21 or older to participate.

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]]> artbourboncontestsequestrianhorse racinghorsesKentuckyKentucky DerbyLouisvilleVirginiawhiskeywhiskyWoodford Reserve Jared Paul Stern Mon, 04 Apr 2011 08:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Neo-Classical Estate Featured in Tod's New Ad Campaign for Sale at $33 Million]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/02/estate-tods-new-ad-campaign-sale-33-million/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/02/estate-tods-new-ad-campaign-sale-33-million/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/02/estate-tods-new-ad-campaign-sale-33-million/#comments Italian Palazzo in Tod's New Ad Campaign
[via JustLuxe]

Villa Volpi, a neo-classical palazzo overlooking the Mediterranean that's featured in Italian luxury label Tod's new ad campaign, has been listed for sale at $33 million.

The amazing property, luxe lifestyle setting of attractive people and classic Ferraris in the alluring ads, sits on 26 acres including a private beach. The estate is the creation of Countess Nathalie Volpi di Misurata, an aristocrat with a reputation for impeccable taste and refined elegance who enlisted celebrated Milanese architect Tomaso Buzzi to build the palazzo in 1960.

Villa Volpi's seven lavish bedrooms and entertaining spaces have played host to many notable guests over the years, from celebrities to royalty, society and international dignitaries. Additional buildings on the estate include a three-bedroom guest house, a two-bedroom cottage and stables.

"This home fosters an incredibly peaceful and glamorous way of life," notes Clarice Pecori Giraldi of Christie's International Real Estate, "bringing together a unique location in Italy - where waterfront properties of this scale are extremely rare - with the incredible sophistication of classical architecture."

Gallery: Villa Volpi

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]]> ad campaignsarchitectureestatesFerrariItalymansionMediterraneanpalazzoRomeTodsVilla Volpi Jared Paul Stern Sat, 02 Apr 2011 08:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Piaget Celebrates Polo in Palm Beach]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/01/piaget-polo-palm-beach/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/01/piaget-polo-palm-beach/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/01/piaget-polo-palm-beach/#comments Polo
Renowned Swiss watchmaker Piaget took over Palm Beach and Wellington, Florida recently to celebrate the brand's longtime commitment to the sport of polo.

Among the posh events was a garden party presenting the band's newest collection at the Flagler Museum, and an intimate field-side dinner at the International Polo Club Palm Beach to present the new Pilarà-Piaget polo team.

The festivities concluded with the final match of the Piaget Gold Cup at the Polo Club, attended by American Beauty actress Mena Suvari and followed by an exclusive champagne reception outside the 7th Chukker.

On display for the first time in the U.S. were the latest editions to the Piaget Polo FortyFive collection including two new models in rose gold and titanium, one featuring Piaget's manufactured chronograph movement and the other equipped with Piaget's in-house perpetual calendar movement.

Audi's polo team won the Gold Cup and each of the victorious players got to take home a Piaget
Polo FortyFive watch.

Gallery: Piaget Polo in Palm Beach

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]]> equestrianeventsFlagler MuseumFloridaMena SuvariPalm BeachPiagetPiaget Polopolosportswatches Jared Paul Stern Fri, 01 Apr 2011 14:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[The $60 Million iPad-Controlled Gulfstream G550 Private Jet]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/01/gulfstream-g550-i-pad-private-jet/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/01/gulfstream-g550-i-pad-private-jet/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/04/01/gulfstream-g550-i-pad-private-jet/#comments
Spain-based industrial designer Stefan Radev has given the $60 million Gulfstream G550 private jet a makeover, including cool iPad controls à la P. Diddy's Solemates superyacht. From the exterior livery to the seating arrangements, Radev's design scheme is simple, elegant and ergonomic. It's also full of eco-friendly touches like bamboo woodwork.

Natural light is emphasized in the airy interior design with oversized oval-shaped windows and neutral tones complementing the bamboo in an open-plan layout equally suited to working or lounging. iPads and iPods also control the various climate and entertainment functions for the passengers. It's just a concept at this point, but easily made real with enough money.

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]]> AppleGulfstreamGulfstream G550interior designiPadiPad jetiPad yachtprivate jetprivate planeStefan Radev Jared Paul Stern Fri, 01 Apr 2011 08:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[The World's Top Luxury Toys for Men]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/29/luxury-toys-for-men/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/29/luxury-toys-for-men/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/29/luxury-toys-for-men/#comments Luxury Toys for Men
What are the world's top luxury toys for men? Uber-luxe German publisher teNeues has the answer with its newest super-sized volume, Luxury Toys: For Men. The awesome Aston Martin One-77, so named because of its limited 77-example run and $1.7 million pricetag, appears on the cover.

Other supercars that make the cut, including the Audi R8 GT, Rolls-Royce Ghost, Jaguar XKR Special Edition, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S Awards Edition, and Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible. Quite the garage.

Covering transportation, style, accessories and dream vacations, the massive 220-page volume features 138 giant full-color photographs and text in English, German, French, Spanish, and Italian. Not based merely on price, the selections show how "emotion and finesse can be combined with spectacular aesthetic purity."

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]]> Aston Martinaston+martin+one-77astonmartinone-77Audemars PiguetAudi R8booksHublotjetsluxury booksluxury carsluxury goodsluxury toysLuxury Toys For Menmens luxuryMercedes-Benz SLS AMGRolls-RoycesupercarsteNeueswatchesyachts Jared Paul Stern Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Charter Steven Spielberg's New Superyacht for $1.3 Million a Week: The World's Most Expensive]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/29/charter-steven-spielberg-superyacht-1-3-million-a-week/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/29/charter-steven-spielberg-superyacht-1-3-million-a-week/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/29/charter-steven-spielberg-superyacht-1-3-million-a-week/#comments Steven Spielberg Yacht
Luxist recently reported about Steven Spielberg's amazing new $200 million megayacht the Seven Seas (pictured above). Now it seems as though the famed director wants to recoup some of his impressive investment - he's offering the ultra-luxurious yacht for charter at $1.3 million per week. That makes it the world's most expensive yacht charter, leaving the likes of P. Diddy and Simon Cowell's crafts in the dust.

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]]> celebrity yachtHollywoodmegayachtOceancoSeven SeasSteven SpielbergSteven Spielberg yachtsuperyachtworlds most expensiveworlds most expensive yachtsyachtyacht charter Jared Paul Stern Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Ralph Lauren's Cars, Private Parrot Cay Villa & More in Bid to Save the Earth Auction - Part 2]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/29/bid-to-save-the-earth-auction/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/29/bid-to-save-the-earth-auction/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/29/bid-to-save-the-earth-auction/#comments Parrot Cay Villa for auction in Bid to Save the Earth
Last week we reported on the host of international celebrities, creative icons, industry leaders and conservationists joining together with famed auction house Christie's to support the 2011 Green Auction, a momentous live event and companion online auction raising funds and awareness for the preservation and sustainability of the planet.

Christie's has partnered with luxury charity auction site charitybuzz.com to put more than 200 coveted auction packages online from now through April 7 to raise funds for Oceana, the Natural Resources Defense Council, Conservation International and the Central Park Conservancy. Supporters can make a Bid to Save the Earth at www.charitybuzz.com/BidtoSavetheEarth.

A companion invite-only event and live fantasy auction hosted by Seth Meyers will be held at Christie's New York on March 29 in partnership with Vogue's Runway to Green. The event will feature a fashion show sponsored by Tiffany & Co. on the night of the live auction, with designer collection selections available online through Net-A-Porter.com.

In part one of our report on the incredible experiences on offer, we focused on the big ticket items estimated at over $100,000 apiece, including a ride with Harrison Ford on his private plane. Now we're selecting some of our favorite lots across a range of expected prices (N.B.: Lagerfeld and Ducasse are being auctioned off live tonight):

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]]> Alain Ducasseauctionsbid to save the earthcelebrity auctionsChanelcharityCharity BuzzChristieschristies+bid+to+save+the+earthchristiesbidtosavetheearthenvironmentFerrariGirard-Perregauxgreen+auctiongreenauctionKarl Lagerfeldluxury travelParisParrot CayRalph LaurenRalph Lauren car collectionRobert F. KennedyTurks and Caicos Jared Paul Stern Tue, 29 Mar 2011 10:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[The Aga Khan's $200 Million Superyacht Snafu]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/28/aga-khan-200-million-superyacht-snafu/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/28/aga-khan-200-million-superyacht-snafu/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/28/aga-khan-200-million-superyacht-snafu/#comments Aga Khan Superyacht
Recently we reported on the impressive racehorses owned by His Highness the Aga Khan, the immensely wealthy Muslim spiritual leader. The urbane Aga Khan, a philanthropist, Harvard graduate and stepson of Hollywood bombshell Rita Hayworth, hasn't had as much good fortune when it comes to superyachts however. A considerable portion of his $800 million fortune has gone into what is supposed to be the world's fastest superyacht, but instead is a serious snafu.

The 164-ft. Alamshar (pictured above), named after a prized racehorse, is a $200 million vessel commissioned by His Highness from the UK's Devonport, which has now been in build for twelve whole years. Designed to break the transatlantic speed record, her ultra-expensive Rolls-Royce gas turbine engines underperformed and had to be replaced. It also caught on fire a bit. However, the luxurious craft was recently spotted performing sea trials and may one day soon be ready to sail.

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]]> Aga KhanAga Khans yachtAlamshar yachtbillionairesMuslimrichest MuslimsRolls-Roycesuperyachtsuperyachtswealthyacht Jared Paul Stern Mon, 28 Mar 2011 16:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Heritage Craftsmanship: Red Wing Shoes Video Series]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/28/red-wing-shoes-video-series/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/28/red-wing-shoes-video-series/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/28/red-wing-shoes-video-series/#comments

For over 100 years, the Minnesota-based Red Wing Shoe Company has been carefully crafting premium quality footwear made for specific work environments. Designed for duty on factory floors, construction sites, refineries and railroads, their rugged style has also been adopted by many who do nothing more perilous than cross a Brooklyn subway platform at rush hour. These days you can even find them at J. Crew.

The Red Wing Heritage collection pays homage to the company's history of hardcore work boots with some styles designed for the Range Rover set as well. We are, admittedly, in the latter camp. Regardless of which style suits you, the boots and shoes are still crafted with skill and treated like fine tools for the wearer. Premium Red Wing Shoes leather, tanned at the company's own S.B Foot Tanning Company, is triple stitched with waxed thread for quality. The video above shows the process in action.

Charles Beckman, a Red Wing, Minnesota merchant who saw a need for durable and comfortable work boots, founded the firm in 1905. Today, a third generation of employees, located just down the road from the original factory, continues the tradition he established by using the same craftsmanship and attention to detail. The tannery video is one in a series showing all facets of Red Wing's time-honored operation. You can check them all out here.

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]]> American clothingbootsheritage clothingleathermens clothingmens shoesmens styleMinnesotaRange RoverRed WingRed Wing bootsRed Wing Shoe CompanyRed Wing shoesshoesvideo Jared Paul Stern Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[The Classicist: VO Guns Debuts the Falcon, World's Most Expensive Rifle, for $820,000 [EXCLUSIVE]]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/28/the-classicist-vo-gun-falcon-rifle/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/28/the-classicist-vo-gun-falcon-rifle/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/28/the-classicist-vo-gun-falcon-rifle/#comments VO Falcon Edition rifle
Swedish gun and rifle maker VO Vapen, founded in 1977 by master gunsmith Viggo Olsson, fashions the world's most exclusive handmade hunting rifles. Their newest creation, the VO Falcon Edition (above), is the world's most expensive priced at about $820,000. The VO Falcon Edition is a tribute to the deep rooted traditions of falconry in the Arabian world, covered by beautiful engravings of Peregrine and Saker falcons among other luxurious finishes.

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]]> bespokefalconrygunsgunsmithhuntingluxury goodsmost expensive gunsriflesshootingsportsSwedenUAEVo gunsVO Vapenvo+falcon+riflevofalconrifleworlds most expensive Jared Paul Stern Mon, 28 Mar 2011 09:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[The Best of Architecture Meets Interior Design in 'America's Finest Rooms']]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/25/americas-finest-rooms/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/25/americas-finest-rooms/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/25/americas-finest-rooms/#comments Finest Rooms in America
Refinement is not about expense, notes Thomas Jayne in his new book "The Finest Rooms in America," a definitive, luxuriously illustrated record of the country's best interior design from the 18th century to the present day. Jayne, a top-drawer interior designer and scholar of American decor, includes a complete cross section of rooms covering a broad range of American periods and styles, beginning with the Tea Room at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello.

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A host of international celebrities, creative icons, industry leaders and conservationists are joining together with famed auction house Christie's to support the 2011 Green Auction -- a momentous live event and companion online auction raising funds and awareness for the preservation and sustainability of the planet.

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]]> auctionsBeverly Hills HotelCannes Film Festivalcelebritiescelebrity auctionscharitycharitybuzz.comgreen+auction+2011greenauction2011Harrison FordOscarsRitz-CarltonsuperyachtTiffany Co.Vanity Fair Jared Paul Stern Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:30:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Memo to Prince William: Before the Royal Wedding Have Kate Middleton Sign a Princely Pre-Nup]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/23/royal-wedding-pre-nup/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/23/royal-wedding-pre-nup/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/23/royal-wedding-pre-nup/#comments Prince William Kate Middleton
Britain's Windsor family may not occupy the top spot among the world's richest royals, but with the Queen of England commanding a fortune of at least $450 million there are some practical, wealth-related issues surrounding the upcoming royal wedding.

UK wealth management media firm Spears asked some London lawyers specializing in family practice what advice they would give Prince William re: having Kate Middleton sign a pre-nuptial agreement.

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]]> divorcefinancial planningKate Middletonkate+middleton+newskate+middleton+royal+weddingkatemiddletonnewskatemiddletonroyalweddingmost expensive divorcespre-nuppre-nuptial agreementsPrince WilliamPrince Williams pre-nupprince+william+and+kate+middletonprincely pre-nupprincely+pre-nupprincelypre-nupprincewilliamandkatemiddletonQueen of Englandroyal divorceroyal weddingroyal+family+newsroyalfamilynewsroyaltythe+royal+weddingtheroyalweddingUKUK royal familyweddingswilliam+weddingwilliamwedding Jared Paul Stern Wed, 23 Mar 2011 11:05:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Jenson Button's Ferrari to Sell At Bonhams]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/22/jenson-button-ferrari-sale-bonhams/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/22/jenson-button-ferrari-sale-bonhams/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/22/jenson-button-ferrari-sale-bonhams/#comments Jenson Button Ferrari
A 1978 Ferrari 512BB Berlinetta Boxer owned by British Formula One driver Jenson Button is to be sold by Bonhams at its sale of Collectors' Motor Cars at the RAF Museum in Hendon, UK on the 11th of April. The car, which was bought last year by Button, the then-reigning Formula One World Champion, has attracted a pre-sale estimate of up to $180,000.

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]]> auctionsBonhamscelebrity carsFerrariFerrari 512BB Berlinetta BoxerFormula OneJenson ButtonracingUK Jared Paul Stern Tue, 22 Mar 2011 16:00:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Luxe Destinations: Parrot Cay, Turks & Caicos]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/22/luxe-destinations-parrot-cay-turks-and-caicos/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/22/luxe-destinations-parrot-cay-turks-and-caicos/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/22/luxe-destinations-parrot-cay-turks-and-caicos/#comments Parrot Cay, Turks & Caicos
We recently reported on JetBlue's great new direct service to the island paradise of the Turks & Caicos. To help you plan your glamorous getaway, Luxist is featuring the best of the Caribbean hotspot's luxury resorts, beginning with our top pick, Parrot Cay, situated on a private island.

On 1,000 pristine acres including a mile-long powdered beach, the resort is an elegant combination of glorious nature, understated luxury and unparalleled privacy. The first private island property from COMO Hotels and Resorts, it features an award-winning holistic spa, healthy gourmet cuisine and beach houses with private pools.

Parrot Cay's rooms are designed to maximize light, facing the sea or the island's natural landscaping, and awash in ocean breezes. Balinese day-beds, four-posters and private pools encourage relaxed lounging outdoors, while interiors come in whitewash and teak, with many of the Hamptons-style houses offering direct beach access.

There are also luxe villas belonging to private owners who make their properties available to rent. The spa, COMO Shambhala Retreat at Parrot Cay, overlooks mangroves and wetlands rich with birdlife. Situated just behind the beach is one of the world's most beautiful swimming pools.

We'll see you there.

Gallery: Parrot Cay, Turks & Caicos - Preview

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]]> beachbeach resortbest beach resortsbest Caribbean resortsbest island resortsbest luxury Caribbean resortsCaribbeanCOMO Hotels and ResortsislandJetBlueluxury travelParrot Cayprivate islandprivate island resortsresortsspaswimming poolstravelTurks CaicosTurks and CaicosTurks and Caicos resortvillas Jared Paul Stern Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:03:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Luxe Style Staple: Christopher Fischer Cashmere Scarf]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/21/luxe-style-staple-christopher-fischer-cashmere-scarf/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/21/luxe-style-staple-christopher-fischer-cashmere-scarf/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/21/luxe-style-staple-christopher-fischer-cashmere-scarf/#comments Christopher Fischer Cashmere Scarf
After searching for a cashmere scarf in just the right shade of olive green for some time, we recently came across this natty number from Christopher Fischer.

Paired here with a classic and well-worn Barbour Bedale jacket and fleece Connaught sweater jacket from Private Stock, it's finished in a good mid-season weight with enough length to double over for the "Euro" knot when extra insulation is called for.

Fischer, a self-described cashmere addict, has product ranges including men's, women's, home and travel, with boutiques in New York City, Southampton, East Hampton and Greenwich, CT. He founded the company 25 years ago in the town of Hawick in the borders of Scotland, the birthplace of the Scottish cashmere industry.

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]]> BarbourcashmereChristopher FischerChristopher Fischer Cashmere ScarfEast Hamptonmens stylePrivate StockscarfScotland Jared Paul Stern Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:00:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[The Classicist: James Bond Style - Project X's New British Military "Stealth" Rolexes]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/21/the-classicist-james-bond-style-project-x-rolex/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/21/the-classicist-james-bond-style-project-x-rolex/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/21/the-classicist-james-bond-style-project-x-rolex/#comments
Project X Designs, the London-based Rolex customizer whose fans include "James Bond" star Daniel Craig, has come out with three new military-inspired "stealth" designs based on the classic Rolex Submariner and Rolex Explorer. The cool new models pay homage to Agent 007, the legendary British Special Boat Service (SBS) and military issue Submariners of 1950s - 1970s, original models of which fetch a small fortune at auction.

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]]> 007007 Rolexcustom RolexesDaniel BournDaniel CraigDaniel Craig RolexDLCDLC RolexDLC watchesJames BondJames Bond RolexJames Bond watchjames+bond+stylejamesbondstyleLondonmilitarymilitary watchesProject XProject X DesignsProject X Rolexproject+x+designs+james+bondproject+x+rolex+limited+editionproject+x+stealth+military+rolexprojectxdesignsjamesbondprojectxrolexlimitededitionprojectxstealthmilitaryrolexRoger MooreRolexRolex DaytonaRolex ExplorerRolex Submarinerrolex+stealth+explorerrolexstealthexplorerSean ConnerytimepiecesUKwatch designwatches Jared Paul Stern Mon, 21 Mar 2011 09:00:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Steve McQueen's Husqvarna Motorcycle Up for Auction]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/21/steve-mcqueen-husqvarna-motorcycle-auction/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/21/steve-mcqueen-husqvarna-motorcycle-auction/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/21/steve-mcqueen-husqvarna-motorcycle-auction/#comments Steve Mcqueen Husqvarna Motorcycle
The Husqvarna 400CR motorcycle pictured on the cover of Sports Illustrated in August 1971 ridden by Steve McQueen, aka The King of Cool, will be auctioned off on May 14 at Quail Lodge in Carmel, California during Bonhams' sale of Exceptional Motorcycles & Related Memorabilia. McQueen's favorite motorcycle for a number of years, which he rode at the Elsinore Grand Prix among other events, it's sure to fetch a significant amount. The bike is featured prominently in the cool new edition of McQueen's Machines: The Cars and Bikes of a Hollywood Icon from Motorbooks.

The Husqvarna was originally purchased from the Steve McQueen Estate Sale in 1984 at Harrah's Auto Collection in Las Vegas. In addition to being impeccably restored and fully documented it comes with a wooden trunk marked "Husky" full of accessories. More McQueen ephemera will be offered at the sale including numerous racing trophies won by the legend of the silver screen and die-hard motorbike enthusiast. As we reported on March 10, McQueen's 1970 Porsche 911 is also headed for auction this summer.

Gallery: Steve McQueen's Husqvarna Motorbike

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]]> 1970sactorBonhamsCaliforniacelebrity carsHollywoodHusqvarnamotorbikemotorcyclePorscheSteve McQueen Jared Paul Stern Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Steven Spielberg Sets Sail on His New $200 Million Megayacht]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/18/steven-spielberg-superyacht/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/18/steven-spielberg-superyacht/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/18/steven-spielberg-superyacht/#comments Steven Spielberg superyacht
Famed director Steven Spielberg was recently spotted in St. Barth's and St. Maarten on his new $200 million megayacht, the Seven Seas (pictured above), a stylish 282-footer fitted with every imaginable luxury.

Built by Dutch shipyard Oceanco to the Hollywood mogul's specifications, it has a sophisticated interior design scheme with acres of walnut, teak and rosewood. Its most impressive feature is an infinity pool with a 15-ft. glass wall that doubles as a cinema screen so Spielberg and his guests can view movies while swimming or lounging poolside.

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]]> celebritycelebrity yachtdirectorHollywoodmegayachtmovie mogulmoviesOceancospielberg+yachtspielbergs+yachtspielbergsyachtspielbergyachtSteven SpielbergSteven Spielberg yachtsteven+spielbergs+new+yachtsteven+spielbergs+yachtstevenspielbergsnewyachtstevenspielbergsyachtsuperyachtwealthyachtyacht design Jared Paul Stern Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:30:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Luxe Travel Tip: JetBlue's New Direct Service to Turks & Caicos]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/17/jetblue-direct-service-turks-and-caicos/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/17/jetblue-direct-service-turks-and-caicos/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/17/jetblue-direct-service-turks-and-caicos/#comments
Thanks to JetBlue, it's now a whole lot easier to get to one of our favorite luxe travel destinations, the Turks & Caicos islands. The eco-friendly airline known for its style and value just introduced direct service to the Caribbean hotspot's Providenciales island from New York's JFK and Boston's Logan airports. The flights leave JFK daily.

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]]> airlinesbeachBostonCaribbeanislandsJetBluejetblue+service+to+turks+and+caicosjetblueservicetoturksandcaicosJFK airportLogan airportluxury resortsluxury travelresortstravelTurks Caicos Jared Paul Stern Thu, 17 Mar 2011 12:00:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Rare 1957 Maserati Mille Miglia for Sale at $2 Million]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/17/rare-1957-maserati-mille-miglia-for-sale-at-2-million/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/17/rare-1957-maserati-mille-miglia-for-sale-at-2-million/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/17/rare-1957-maserati-mille-miglia-for-sale-at-2-million/#comments 1957 Mille Miglia Maserati
One of the most beautiful and valuable 1950s Italian sports car ever, a 1957 Mille Miglia Maserati 200Si with custom coachwork by Carrozzeria Fantuzzi, is being offered for sale by Kidston in Geneva for about $2 million. With classic cars of this caliber fetching record auction prices and future appreciation a given, it represents an alluring investment opportunity.

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]]> 1950sclassic carsinvestment carsItalian carsItalyKidstonmasarati+1957masarati1957Maseratimaserati+for+salemaseratiforsaleMille Migliamotorsportsracecarracingsports car racingsports cars Jared Paul Stern Thu, 17 Mar 2011 08:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Hermes Mahogany & Leather Valet Stand]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/16/hermes-mahogany-leather-valet-stand/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/16/hermes-mahogany-leather-valet-stand/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/16/hermes-mahogany-leather-valet-stand/#comments
The famed French luxury goods house of Hermès has come out with the ultimate accessory for the world's best-dressed gentlemen -- a valet stand in solid mahogany, fine leather and brass with ebony detailing.

The luxe piece, designed to accommodate a full suit of gentleman's clothing and accessories, is a limited edition re-issue of a classic item created for Hermès in 1930 by famed French decorator and designer Paul Dupré-Lafon. The original was sold by Sotheby's at its Art Nouveau & Art Deco Design sale in Paris in 2007 for about $65,000.

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Hermes Mahogany & Leather Valet Stand originally appeared on Luxist on Wed, 16 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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]]> Art DecobespokecufflinksFrancegentlemens accessoriesHermèsHermeshermes valet standhermes+valet+standhermesvaletstandleatherluxury goodsmahoganymahogany+mens+valet+standmahoganymensvaletstandmens accessoriesmens clothingmens Hermesmens stylesuitvalet standvintage Hermes Jared Paul Stern Wed, 16 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Diamond 44 by Lamborghini Yacht Designer Mauro Lecchi for Sale]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/diamond-44-yacht-for-sale/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/diamond-44-yacht-for-sale/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/diamond-44-yacht-for-sale/#comments Diamond 44 yacht
My colleague Noah Joseph recently reported on the Lamborghini yacht concept from Italy's Mauro Lecchi and exotic auto tuner Fenice Milano. Now the design duo have listed another luxe creation, the Diamond 44 superyacht, for sale via global online luxury marketplace JamesList for about $1.4 million.

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Diamond 44 by Lamborghini Yacht Designer Mauro Lecchi for Sale originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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]]> carbon fiberDiamond 44Diamond 44 yachtFenice MilanoItalian yachtsItalyJamesListLamborghiniLamborghini yachtMauro LecchiMauro Lecchi yachtssuperyachtyachtyacht design Jared Paul Stern Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:00:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Ledbury, the Better-Tailored Men's Shirt]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/ledbury-the-better-tailored-mens-shirt/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/ledbury-the-better-tailored-mens-shirt/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/ledbury-the-better-tailored-mens-shirt/#comments
A couple of Oxford MBAs recently founded Ledbury, a new men's shirt brand dedicated to better tailoring at the intersection of Savile Row and Ivy Style. Paul Trible and Paul Watson (above) graduated with Oxford MBAs at the height of the economic crisis, literally the day before the Lehman Bros. collapse, and decided to turn their careers from finance to fine fabric. Taking advantage of their proximity to Jermyn Street, London's traditional home of fine haberdashery, the pair learned the art of English shirt-making from one of the street's top craftsman and then fused in their hometown Southern U.S. style to create a brand based in Virginia focusing on fit, quality and style.

"When I was living in London, I would come back to the States and have difficulty finding high quality shirts that provided a tailored look," the Virginia-born Trible explains. "The big name menswear retailers made formless, boxy clothes, while luxury brands charged exorbitant prices. It seemed like there was a real need for an American shirtmaker that offered European quality, English fit and American style, all at an attainable price. We want Ledbury shirts to fit better, feel better and last longer than anything else in your closet." The Classicist recently featured a natty Ledbury chambray creation in a column on seasonal style starring the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

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]]> dress shirtsentrepreneurLedburyLondonmens clothingmens stylemenswearOxfordSavile RowshirtstailoringVirginia Jared Paul Stern Tue, 15 Mar 2011 11:01:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Avert Your Eyes: The World's Ugliest Ferrari]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/ferrari/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/ferrari/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/ferrari/#comments
Digital art innovator Laurence Gartel has had his work exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art among others and is known for creating custom pieces for the likes of Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears.

His latest "masterpiece," however is rather abominable -- the world's ugliest Ferrari. And he claims it's worth $1 million.

We don't think Gartel, whose work is in the permanent collection of Smithsonian's Museum of American History, set out to make the luxury car unattractive. He transformed a $300,000 Ferrari F430 Scuderia into a moving canvas using every color imaginable in a nightmarish combination, apparently commissioned by "art social network," Artfellas.

Check out a video of the emetic supercar above, but be forewarned -- Ferrari lovers might cry, and the rest of you will probably need a bucket.

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Avert Your Eyes: The World's Ugliest Ferrari originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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]]> artart carsArtfellasbritney+spearsbritneyspearscustom carsdigital artFerrariFerrari F430Ferrari F430 ScuderiaLaurence GartelLaurence Gartel carsLaurence Gartel Ferrariluxury carsupercarugliest+ferrariugliestferrarivideo Jared Paul Stern Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:00:00 EST Luxist <![CDATA[Hockey Star Sean Avery Curates Special Sales for Gilt MAN]]> http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/sean-avery-gilt-man/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/sean-avery-gilt-man/ http://www.luxist.com/2011/03/15/sean-avery-gilt-man/#comments
New York Rangers hockey star Sean Avery (above left) is one of the rare professional athletes with a real sense of style. His passion for fashion even led him to intern at Vogue while selflessly dating several leggy models.

Now the spiffy sportsman is curating a series of three weekly sales (March 11, 18 and 25) for Gilt MAN, online luxury retailer Gilt Groupe's men's site dedicated to matters sartorial, including a must-read daily guide to men's style.

Avery combed the impressive Gilt MAN inventory with the site's editorial director Tyler Thoreson (above right) to make his sartorial selections. Each "Avery's Rules" sale focuses on a different phase of the life of a style-conscious professional. The first, "At Work," featured A. Testoni shoes, crisp, fitted shirts and razor-sharp suits by Raf Simons, Martin Greenfield, and Calvin Klein Collection.

Taking his style advice may not necessarily get you an NHL contract and a supermodel girlfriend, but it certainly won't hurt your chances.

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]]> athletesCalvin KleinGiltGilt GroupeGilt MANhockeymens clothingNew York RangersSean Averysean+avery+giltseanaverygiltshoessportssuitsTyler ThoresonVogue Jared Paul Stern Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:00:00 EST Luxist