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Luxe Goods Giant LVMH Seeing Better Times

LVMH, the world's leading luxury retailer and marketer of such as brands as Dom Perignon and Dior, said its sales so far this year have risen sharply, driven largely by Asia and by demand for champagne.

The strong performance from LVMH, and its top-branded products under the Louis Vuitton name, is in line with other luxury marketers since the beginning of the year, indicating that spending in the luxury sectors has returned in earnest.

LVMH said its sales rose 23.6 percent in the third quarter and were up 19 percent at 14.2 billion euros (19.9 billion dollars) for the nine months to September compared with the same period in 2009.

The Fashion and Leather goods division was the biggest earner, with nine-month sales of 5.46 billion euros up 20 percent, following by Selective Retailing with sales of 3.71 billion euros, up 17 percent.

Wines and Spirits jumped 22 percent to 2.15 billion euros.
LVMH said the "excellent performance" in the nine months confirmed its confidence for full-year 2010.

LVMH counts among its brands, Givenchy and Guerlain perfumes, as well as Moet and Chandon, Glenmorangie and Ardbeg Scotch whiskies.

LVMH's shares are up 41% so far this year.

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Guerlain Limited Edition Mon Precious Nectar Fountain Imperiale

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

One of the most extravagant perfume bottles available is the Limited Edition Mon Precious Nectar Fountain Imperiale. The fountain contains a a full liter of perfume so that you can refill your perfume bottle whenever you would like. The crystal fountain is designed like a column and a honeybee, the emblem of Guerlain, was engraved in the center of the stopper. The bottle contains "Precieux Nectar", a new perfume that is a subtly fruity, musky floral. It sells for $9,000.

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Guerlain Spa Opens at the Waldorf=Astoria

by Lisa Palladino (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Spas

A few weeks ago Guerlain opened a spa in the Waldorf=Astoria in New York City. The spa "ensures a comprehensive luxury experience for every Waldorf guest." On the menu are eight kinds of massage, four kinds of facials, six kinds of body treatments, and five men's treatments, as well as hand and foot therapies, makeup application and all-day and partial-day getaway spa experiences. The spa also has a boutique and personal training studio.

I'm no beauty maven, but I've had massages and lots of facials, and what's described on the site seems no more special than what's offered at any other upscale spa, except for the use of Guerlain products and exquisite descriptions of services. I've no doubt the products add a level of luxury that's likely missing from a run-of-the-mill salon-type spa on the corner. But does Guerlain do a better job for what I assume to be a big pricetag? I don't know. I might have to check it out!

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Famed Trianon Palace Hotel's $30 Million Makeover

by Jared Paul Stern (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor, Dining, Luxury Travel & Hotels

The legendary Trianon Palace hotel and spa in Versailles, France where the likes of Marcel Proust, René Lacoste and the Duke of Windsor once frolicked has just completed a breathtaking $30 million renovation. Situated just outside Paris less than a mile from Louis XIV's famed Château de Versailles, the 5-star luxury hotel's upgrades include a new wing, Gordon Ramsay's first restaurant in France, a refurbished Guerlain spa, revamped public spaces and glorious gardens. Noted interior designer Fiona Thompson, who oversaw renovations to the 199-room property, has managed to modernize the 1909 building without detracting from its historic magnificence.

Gallery: Hotel Trianon Palace

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$62,000 Diamond Studded Lipstick

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

Finding the right shade of lipstick is not easy to do, and women are willing to pay big bucks for the perfect one. But $62,000?

French cosmetics house Guerlain is releasing KissKiss Gold and Diamonds this week, and for the $62,000 price tag you'll get a consultation with Guerlain's artistic director Olivier Echaudemaison and a lipstick shade customized just for you that comes in an 18-karat gold lipstick tube encrusted with 199 conflict-free diamonds, plus rubies and emeralds. It can be engraved and comes in a black lacquer case with a suede pouch.

Sound good? Get ready to make an appointment, as they will only be available at Bergdorf Goodman via private consultation.

Via Born Rich

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De-Age Your Face At The New Guerlain Spa Set To Open This Fall

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Travel & Hotels, Spas, Cosmetics and Fragrance

In 2005, I mentioned Guerlain's line of orchid-based skin creams, designed to pamper and plump your skin. You will soon be able to get an entire orchid-themed treatment at the Guerlain Spa at the Regent Bal Harbor, a new resort opening this fall. The 124-room resort will have a 10,000 square foot Guerlain Spa with 14 treatment rooms each with a private bathroom. Threr will also be a foot therapy lounge, hydrotherapy facilities, a wet therapy suite for specialized hydrotherapy and Vichy body treatments, a beachfront treatment cabana, sauna and steam rooms and pre- and post-treatment relaxation lounges.

The Exceptional Orchidée Impériale Treatment consists of a two anti-aging masks on the face, neck and décolleté, followed by a gentle face massage. The treatment will cost $390 (a jar of the crea on its own generally sells for around $350). The spa will also offer massages, body polishes and anti-aging programs.

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