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Yatzer's Top Luxury Gifts
(20 November 2009) - For many, gifts with a three-figure price tag make a generous offering, but this year Yatzer upped the ante with their guide of gifts for the ultimate in luxury and the pinnacle in price points. CH picked a few of the gifts that may just be worth saving up for—providing you have a very large piggie bank. Hasselblad's H4D medium format DSLR features a...
(20 November 2009) - For many, gifts with a three-figure price tag make a generous offering, but this year Yatzer upped the ante with their guide of gifts for the ultimate in luxury and the pinnacle in price points. CH picked a few of the gifts that may just be worth saving up for—providing you have a very large piggie bank. Hasselblad's H4D medium format DSLR features a...
Maison Martin Margiela Book
(27 October 2009) - by Anna Carnick Adding fuel to an already fiery mystique, Maison Martin Margiela lifts just a corner of the veil surrounding the enigmatic fashion icon in the self-titled book published by Rizzoli. Often referred to as the seventh member of the Antwerp Six, Margiela’s famous for a high fashion oeuvre characterized by an overwhelmingly subversive beauty including daring deconstruction, non-traditional fabrics, oversized proportions and provocative...
(27 October 2009) - by Anna Carnick Adding fuel to an already fiery mystique, Maison Martin Margiela lifts just a corner of the veil surrounding the enigmatic fashion icon in the self-titled book published by Rizzoli. Often referred to as the seventh member of the Antwerp Six, Margiela’s famous for a high fashion oeuvre characterized by an overwhelmingly subversive beauty including daring deconstruction, non-traditional fabrics, oversized proportions and provocative...
Hästens Beds: Hands-On Review
(21 October 2009) - Few of us can boast that we sleep in the bed of Scandinavian royalty but a new offering from Hästens—supplier of beds to the King and Queen of Sweden—gives you some idea. The 157-year-old company's state-of-the-art layered mattress take luxurious slumbering to a whole new level. I recently had the opportunity to try a couple of these palatial beds at the Peninsula Chicago courtesy...
(21 October 2009) - Few of us can boast that we sleep in the bed of Scandinavian royalty but a new offering from Hästens—supplier of beds to the King and Queen of Sweden—gives you some idea. The 157-year-old company's state-of-the-art layered mattress take luxurious slumbering to a whole new level. I recently had the opportunity to try a couple of these palatial beds at the Peninsula Chicago courtesy...
Guy Chanel Leather Accessories
(15 October 2009) - by Zeva Bellel A one-man luxury brand, Guy Chanel works alone out of his atelier on the outskirts of Paris handcrafting a variety of one-of-a-kind designs out of leather, crocodile, ostrich and other fine skins. From saddles, handbags and wallets to belts, armchairs and even lamps, Chanel makes every creation to measure, building them by hand using artisanal tools and techniques. By keeping production slow...
(15 October 2009) - by Zeva Bellel A one-man luxury brand, Guy Chanel works alone out of his atelier on the outskirts of Paris handcrafting a variety of one-of-a-kind designs out of leather, crocodile, ostrich and other fine skins. From saddles, handbags and wallets to belts, armchairs and even lamps, Chanel makes every creation to measure, building them by hand using artisanal tools and techniques. By keeping production slow...
Evisu's Comeback: Interview with CEO Scott Morrison
(25 September 2009) - Media coverage touting Evisu's first collection designed by their new CEO and creative director Scott Morrison has been hard to miss. Looking back to the pre-WWII selvedge Levi's and Hidehiko Yamane's obsession with them that originally inspired him to found the brand in 1991, the widely-circulated story is the good ol' brand heritage angle—one that boils down to Morrison's return to a less embellished...
(25 September 2009) - Media coverage touting Evisu's first collection designed by their new CEO and creative director Scott Morrison has been hard to miss. Looking back to the pre-WWII selvedge Levi's and Hidehiko Yamane's obsession with them that originally inspired him to found the brand in 1991, the widely-circulated story is the good ol' brand heritage angle—one that boils down to Morrison's return to a less embellished...
SpaBerry Portable Hot Tub
(23 September 2009) - Built for two, SpaBerry portable hot tub encourages on-the-go fun with its simple construction and easy break-down. Whether its in a living room or al fresco, Spaberry brings a pampered lifestyle to anywhere with water (a garden hose will do) and a 110V power outlet. Features like a cascading waterfall, massaging jets and drink holders all make for the ultimate in comfort or romance....
(23 September 2009) - Built for two, SpaBerry portable hot tub encourages on-the-go fun with its simple construction and easy break-down. Whether its in a living room or al fresco, Spaberry brings a pampered lifestyle to anywhere with water (a garden hose will do) and a 110V power outlet. Features like a cascading waterfall, massaging jets and drink holders all make for the ultimate in comfort or romance....
Maison Martin Margiela Glass Slippers
(21 September 2009) - Made famous by none other than Cinderella and brought to life by Maison Martin Margiela, the Brothers Grimm fantastical shoe concept now exists, albeit in limited quantities. While Margiela usually plays with reality by repurposing everyday objects (see his Currency Wallets, ...
(21 September 2009) - Made famous by none other than Cinderella and brought to life by Maison Martin Margiela, the Brothers Grimm fantastical shoe concept now exists, albeit in limited quantities. While Margiela usually plays with reality by repurposing everyday objects (see his Currency Wallets, ...
Gallo Socks Fall/Winter 2009 Collection
(21 September 2009) - For those who consider every last detail when it comes to dressing, the elegantly stylish Gallo socks' quality and aesthetic work equally well paired with a sophisticated Jil Sander suit as with denim from Self Edge. The Italian-made socks project a sense of personality with their bold patterns and mixing of complimentary colors. Gallo's long history of producing high-end accessories—especially durable socks with strengthened...
(21 September 2009) - For those who consider every last detail when it comes to dressing, the elegantly stylish Gallo socks' quality and aesthetic work equally well paired with a sophisticated Jil Sander suit as with denim from Self Edge. The Italian-made socks project a sense of personality with their bold patterns and mixing of complimentary colors. Gallo's long history of producing high-end accessories—especially durable socks with strengthened...
Meilleur Ami Scarves and Bags
(16 September 2009) - by Zeva Bellel Launched November 2008, Meilleur Ami makes niche men's accessories in Paris whose name is their promise—designs that behave like best friends. So strict is founder Fabien Larchez' BFF criteria that only two designs, the perfect bag and the perfect scarf, made it in the current collection. "A good accessory can very quickly become your best friend," says Larchez, while modeling his ingenious...
(16 September 2009) - by Zeva Bellel Launched November 2008, Meilleur Ami makes niche men's accessories in Paris whose name is their promise—designs that behave like best friends. So strict is founder Fabien Larchez' BFF criteria that only two designs, the perfect bag and the perfect scarf, made it in the current collection. "A good accessory can very quickly become your best friend," says Larchez, while modeling his ingenious...
Riva Yacht Boatyard
(16 September 2009) - by Paolo Ferrarini of Future Concept Lab CH recently had the rare chance to spend a day at Riva's befitting headquarters and boatyard in Sarnico, a small village in northern Italy on the shores of the beautiful Lake Iseo. (Click on images for enlarged view.) Steeped in history, the Riva story begins with Pietro Riva, a carpenter who in 1842 moved to Lake Como and...
(16 September 2009) - by Paolo Ferrarini of Future Concept Lab CH recently had the rare chance to spend a day at Riva's befitting headquarters and boatyard in Sarnico, a small village in northern Italy on the shores of the beautiful Lake Iseo. (Click on images for enlarged view.) Steeped in history, the Riva story begins with Pietro Riva, a carpenter who in 1842 moved to Lake Como and...
Me Hotel, Barcelona
(24 August 2009) - Like most of our favorite hotels, Barcelona's Me Hotel rivals the city itself with the various amenities if offers. The one-year-old Dominique Perrault-designed hotel surrounds guests with glittering steel walls and sliding panels of vibrantly colored Lucite, complimented by dramatic views of the city from almost every angle and lending an omnipotent feel. In the spirit of Barcelona's legendary nightlife and the beach vibe...
(24 August 2009) - Like most of our favorite hotels, Barcelona's Me Hotel rivals the city itself with the various amenities if offers. The one-year-old Dominique Perrault-designed hotel surrounds guests with glittering steel walls and sliding panels of vibrantly colored Lucite, complimented by dramatic views of the city from almost every angle and lending an omnipotent feel. In the spirit of Barcelona's legendary nightlife and the beach vibe...
Louis Vuitton: Art, Fashion and Architecture
(06 August 2009) - by Tamara Warren In fashion and art circles alike, the palpable buzz for the September release of " Louis Vuitton: Art, Fashion and Architecture" comes from the French brand's pairing of their coveted insignia with artistic sensibilities. Best embodied in the art handbag, couture collectors continue to hunt for limited editions of the Stephen Sprouse, Richard Prince and Takashi Murakami designs, both for daily use...
(06 August 2009) - by Tamara Warren In fashion and art circles alike, the palpable buzz for the September release of " Louis Vuitton: Art, Fashion and Architecture" comes from the French brand's pairing of their coveted insignia with artistic sensibilities. Best embodied in the art handbag, couture collectors continue to hunt for limited editions of the Stephen Sprouse, Richard Prince and Takashi Murakami designs, both for daily use...
Alastair Callender's Soliloquy Super Green Superyacht
(02 July 2009) - Keeping luxury afloat, Alastair Callender's eco-friendly Soliloquy yacht proves that future pleasure vessels can maintain opulence without damaging the earth. At 58 meters long, wind, solar and hybrid marine technologies power the rigid wing yacht, resulting in zero emissions capabilitity, lower fuel costs and a quieter journey. Originally intended for the environmentally conscious crowd, the Soliloquy is attracting attention worldwide not only from activists...
(02 July 2009) - Keeping luxury afloat, Alastair Callender's eco-friendly Soliloquy yacht proves that future pleasure vessels can maintain opulence without damaging the earth. At 58 meters long, wind, solar and hybrid marine technologies power the rigid wing yacht, resulting in zero emissions capabilitity, lower fuel costs and a quieter journey. Originally intended for the environmentally conscious crowd, the Soliloquy is attracting attention worldwide not only from activists...
Ponta dos Ganchos Resort, Brazil
(22 May 2009) - Located on a private peninsula along Brazil's Southern coast and part of the esteemed Relaix & Chateaux group, Ponta dos Ganchos ranks among one of the world's most exclusive resorts. With over-the-top luxurious bungalows, genuinely gracious staff, a no kids under 18 policy and plenty of activities that take advantage of the naturally lush surroundings, a trip to the hotel offers the kind of...
(22 May 2009) - Located on a private peninsula along Brazil's Southern coast and part of the esteemed Relaix & Chateaux group, Ponta dos Ganchos ranks among one of the world's most exclusive resorts. With over-the-top luxurious bungalows, genuinely gracious staff, a no kids under 18 policy and plenty of activities that take advantage of the naturally lush surroundings, a trip to the hotel offers the kind of...
Creative Recreation: The Collection-Made In Italy
(29 April 2009) - Creative Recreation is going above and beyond with their new high-end line called "The Collection-Made In Italy." Consisting of stylish, tailored shoes made with Italy's finest materials and quality craftsmanship, the line offers competition to brands such as Common Projects. Staying true to their reputation for edgy design, The Collection brings a fresh style with bold colors, patent and suede leathers, hand stitching, exposed...
(29 April 2009) - Creative Recreation is going above and beyond with their new high-end line called "The Collection-Made In Italy." Consisting of stylish, tailored shoes made with Italy's finest materials and quality craftsmanship, the line offers competition to brands such as Common Projects. Staying true to their reputation for edgy design, The Collection brings a fresh style with bold colors, patent and suede leathers, hand stitching, exposed...
The Laundress x Le Labo Detergent
(07 April 2009) - Combining the captivating aroma of Le Labo's Rose 31 perfume with The Laundress' outstanding eco-friendly detergent, this product is a joint creation that elevates "the clothing care experience to a heightened sophistication." While we're usually more prone to opt for unscented soaps, this is a collaboration we'll make an exception for. The Laundress' biodegradable, non-toxic detergent is an ideal base for Le Labo's award-winning fragrance...
(07 April 2009) - Combining the captivating aroma of Le Labo's Rose 31 perfume with The Laundress' outstanding eco-friendly detergent, this product is a joint creation that elevates "the clothing care experience to a heightened sophistication." While we're usually more prone to opt for unscented soaps, this is a collaboration we'll make an exception for. The Laundress' biodegradable, non-toxic detergent is an ideal base for Le Labo's award-winning fragrance...
Adam Kalkin: Shipping Container Architecture
(12 March 2009) - Would you live in a shipping container? Until firms like Lot-ek, retailers like Freitag and architect Adam Kalkin started turning them into chic examples of creative re-use some years back, most wouldn't consider the question seriously. Kalkin's efforts stand out for drawing on the strengths of sturdy construction while also representing a new level of luxury that comes with an affordable price tag, in...
(12 March 2009) - Would you live in a shipping container? Until firms like Lot-ek, retailers like Freitag and architect Adam Kalkin started turning them into chic examples of creative re-use some years back, most wouldn't consider the question seriously. Kalkin's efforts stand out for drawing on the strengths of sturdy construction while also representing a new level of luxury that comes with an affordable price tag, in...
Ladoire Geneve Helvet Mechanic Roller Guardian Time Watch
(11 March 2009) - Lionel Ladoire's first collection of watches heightens the standard of watchmaking with its smooth design and newly renovated face. Breaking away from the traditional standards, the watch brings something truly new to the table. Set on micro ball bearings, three revolving discs indicate hours, minutes and seconds. The back of the watch reveals the ultimate view of the micro-rotor for automatic winding, while the...
(11 March 2009) - Lionel Ladoire's first collection of watches heightens the standard of watchmaking with its smooth design and newly renovated face. Breaking away from the traditional standards, the watch brings something truly new to the table. Set on micro ball bearings, three revolving discs indicate hours, minutes and seconds. The back of the watch reveals the ultimate view of the micro-rotor for automatic winding, while the...
Ulysse Nardin Hybrid Smart Phone
(06 March 2009) - Partnering with the European firm, SCI Innovations, the celebrated Swiss watchmaker Ulysse Nardin (one of the vanguards in the field) will be unveiling the world's first hybrid smart phone, the Chairman, at the upcoming Baselworld. (Click image for detail.) Inherently green, the phone pairs cutting-edge kinetic technology with the pedigree of the 163-year-old timepiece innovator. It incorporates a Ulysse Nardin-designed kinetic rotor system into...
(06 March 2009) - Partnering with the European firm, SCI Innovations, the celebrated Swiss watchmaker Ulysse Nardin (one of the vanguards in the field) will be unveiling the world's first hybrid smart phone, the Chairman, at the upcoming Baselworld. (Click image for detail.) Inherently green, the phone pairs cutting-edge kinetic technology with the pedigree of the 163-year-old timepiece innovator. It incorporates a Ulysse Nardin-designed kinetic rotor system into...
Kaya Mawa Lodge
(25 February 2009) - Going on a luxury vacation can often inspire feelings of guilt, especially when the world is in such a turbulent state. Part of a growing socially conscious tourism trend, Kaya Mawa Lodge on Likoma Island mixes indulgence with giving back, simultaneously offering its guests total raw beauty with the opportunity to help the local Nkhwazi Village community. Teeming with more species of freshwater fish than...
(25 February 2009) - Going on a luxury vacation can often inspire feelings of guilt, especially when the world is in such a turbulent state. Part of a growing socially conscious tourism trend, Kaya Mawa Lodge on Likoma Island mixes indulgence with giving back, simultaneously offering its guests total raw beauty with the opportunity to help the local Nkhwazi Village community. Teeming with more species of freshwater fish than...
La Suite, Rio de Janeiro
(23 February 2009) - Set on a cliff in one of Rio de Janeiro's most exclusive neighborhoods, staying at the seven-room boutique hotel La Suite is much like having a private residence in the city but with the amenities of a luxury hotel—and then some. Joel, Greg and I had the chance to experience it first-hand when we visited after the recent São Paulo Fashion Week. Co-owners François...
(23 February 2009) - Set on a cliff in one of Rio de Janeiro's most exclusive neighborhoods, staying at the seven-room boutique hotel La Suite is much like having a private residence in the city but with the amenities of a luxury hotel—and then some. Joel, Greg and I had the chance to experience it first-hand when we visited after the recent São Paulo Fashion Week. Co-owners François...
Riva Home Couture Collection
(18 February 2009) - by Paolo Ferrarini of Future Concept Lab In recent years the term “luxury” has been abused and misused, making it often difficult to identify with certainty. Riva, an icon of style and opulence, with a long history of quality and excellence in the boat industry, leaves no question. Their new project, Riva Home Couture, is a collaboration with the Milanese designer Odilia Prisco, known for...
(18 February 2009) - by Paolo Ferrarini of Future Concept Lab In recent years the term “luxury” has been abused and misused, making it often difficult to identify with certainty. Riva, an icon of style and opulence, with a long history of quality and excellence in the boat industry, leaves no question. Their new project, Riva Home Couture, is a collaboration with the Milanese designer Odilia Prisco, known for...
The Details: The Hotel on Rivington
(05 January 2009) - Since the sleek hotel's debut in NYC's formerly grimy Lower East Side in 2004, there's been a lot of talk about The Hotel on Rivington. Opinions mellowed to a simmer over time and a recent stay allowed us to take a second look, experiencing how a few key design details put the hotel a notch above the bevy of generically overdone boutique hotels out...
(05 January 2009) - Since the sleek hotel's debut in NYC's formerly grimy Lower East Side in 2004, there's been a lot of talk about The Hotel on Rivington. Opinions mellowed to a simmer over time and a recent stay allowed us to take a second look, experiencing how a few key design details put the hotel a notch above the bevy of generically overdone boutique hotels out...
Barracuda Yacht Charter by Fatboy Slim
(25 November 2008) - by Juliet Kinsman If you thought boutique-hotel chic need be restricted to terra firma, you haven't heard of what Fatboy Slim (aka Norman Cook) and friends have been up to. Having got his paws on a classic wooden yacht, Cook's boat-loving tour manager, Jim McNulty, enticed his pal to renovate this magnificent sailboat and they've converted it it into a modern-minded stylish stay named...
(25 November 2008) - by Juliet Kinsman If you thought boutique-hotel chic need be restricted to terra firma, you haven't heard of what Fatboy Slim (aka Norman Cook) and friends have been up to. Having got his paws on a classic wooden yacht, Cook's boat-loving tour manager, Jim McNulty, enticed his pal to renovate this magnificent sailboat and they've converted it it into a modern-minded stylish stay named...
Rémy Martin Louis XIII Collaborations
(20 November 2008) - The process of making cognac is a combination of art, science, experience, devotion and genius. In keeping with the passion and vision that goes behind each bottle, cognac connoisseur Rémy Martin has teamed up with visionary artists from the world of art, design, photography and architecture on various projects.An ideal match for the luxury brand, Rémy Martin asked French industrial designer Christophe Pillet to create...
(20 November 2008) - The process of making cognac is a combination of art, science, experience, devotion and genius. In keeping with the passion and vision that goes behind each bottle, cognac connoisseur Rémy Martin has teamed up with visionary artists from the world of art, design, photography and architecture on various projects.An ideal match for the luxury brand, Rémy Martin asked French industrial designer Christophe Pillet to create...
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