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Louis Vuitton Opens New Boutique at Santa Monica Place

View Comments 16 August 2010

Iconic luxury goods maker Louis Vuitton has opened its 137th boutique in North America at the newly revamped Santa Monica Place shopping mall, which marks the brand’s first opening on the west side of Los Angeles.

The spacious boutique showcases a prominent curved glass exterior and is situated in a prime location on the central plaza on the ground floor of the mall. The beautiful boutique features a “bag bar”, a lounge area and gorgeous hardwood floors. Check out additional images of Louis Vuitton’s new and inviting retail space after the jump! Continue Reading

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Vintage Louis Vuitton Collection to be Auctioned at Christie’s London

View Comments 31 July 2010

Christie’s will host its Interiors: Style & Spirit auction on September 28th in South Kensington, London featuring a staggering collection of vintage Louis Vuitton luggage. Classic suitcases, cabin trunks, hat boxes and vanity cases from the iconic French luxury goods house ranging from the 19th century to the 1940’s will be included in the sale.

Adorned with hand-crafted monograms and original travel labels from past voyages with previous owners, the distinct luggage collection from Louis Vuitton evokes an unmatched magical nostalgia. Continue Reading

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LVMH Group Dominates – Double Digit Growth in Retail Division

View Comments 28 July 2010

The year is shaping up quite well for LVMH and its subsidiary brands. The leading luxury products company has reason to celebrate; showing strong sales across all business units with revenue of €9.1 billion in the first half of 2010, a significant jump of +16% from the first half of last year. The luxury group is doing particularly well in the Asian, US and European markets, with profits up by a robust 33% to the tune of a stellar $2.3 million. Read more after the jump.. Continue Reading

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Prada Opens Luxury Online Boutique July 1st

View Comments 30 June 2010

Prada is set to open an online shopping destination for its US customers. The luxury online boutique will officially open on Thursday, July 1st and fashionistas with a passion for fashion can expect to purchase handbags, eyewear and other accessories. The exciting news doesn’t stop there; next the company plans to open a second E-store for consumers in Japan.

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Lifestyle, Luxury Auto, Luxury News

LUX-Lifestyle – Maybach Unveils Updated Range 2011

View Comments 28 April 2010

Maybach 2011 Range

Maybach 2011 Range

In the face of rumors swirling about the luxury brand’s demise, Daimler’s luxury auto brand Maybach revealed its new 2011 range at the Beijing Motor Show. The updated range includes the 57 and 62 standard, as well as top 57S and 62S models.  Check out amazing images and video of the super-luxury newly revamped sedans after the jump! Continue Reading

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LUX-Lifestyle – Trump SoHo New York – Quintessential Luxury

View Comments 14 April 2010

Trump SoHo New York

Trump SoHo New York

Trump SoHo New York opened its fabulous doors at 246 Spring Street in downtown Manhattan on April 9, 2010. The 46-story, 391-room glass tower boasts magnificent sweeping views of New York’s famous skyline, including the Hudson River, the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty. See additional images after the jump!

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LUX-Lifestyle – Bentley Suitcase Croco by ORHA Design Studio

View Comments 30 March 2010

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Russian design studio ORHA unveiled its latest experiment of sorts, a Bentley Continental GT covered in African buffalo leather and painted to emulate the texture and look of crocodile skin. The luxurious project was dubbed “Bentley Suitcase Croco”. Take a look at additional photos and video of the exotic Bentley after the jump! Continue Reading

Lifestyle, Luxury Auto, Luxury News

LUX-Lifestyle – Bugatti 16C Galibier Concept

View Comments 21 March 2010

Bugatti 16C Galibier Concept Car
Bugatti 16C Galibier Concept Car

Bugatti released eye-popping high-resolution images of the super-luxurious Bugatti 16C Galibier Concept Car dressed in black. The Galibier is one of many concepts Bugatti is considering releasing as a future model. The ultra sleek and sexy vehicle boasts 8.0L 16-cylinder engine which features two stage supercharging and its powerful engine is compatible with flex-fuel, meaning it can run on ethanol. Check out amazing images of the Bugatti 16C Galibier after the jump! Continue Reading

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LUX-Fashion – Gucci Fall 2010 RTW – Serves Super-LUX Glamour

View Comments 03 March 2010

Gucci Fall 2010 RTW

Gucci Fall 2010 RTW

Gucci Fall 2010 RTW collection serves up and delivers a timely dose of super-LUX glamour. The dramatic embellishments seen on the runway are not overstated or understated but instead, strikes the perfect balance. The luxurious textures featured in the collection range from supple leather and luxurious fur to succulent suede accents. Three simple words sum up the fabulous Gucci Fall 2010 collection: sleek, sexy and sophisticated. We’ve featured a few standout looks from the collection for your viewing pleasure. See additional images from Gucci Fall 2010 RTW after the jump! Continue Reading

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LUX-Lifestyle – Exclusive Dom Perignon Wedding Service

View Comments 25 February 2010

Dom Perignon Wedding

Dom Perignon Wedding

Dom Perignon Wedding is an exclusive service offered by the iconic champagne brand, developed for couples who wish to commemorate their special day like royalty. The elite champagne collection consists of twelve magnificent bottles of Dom Perignon Vintage 2000 magnums. In addition, there is a thirteenth bottle that will feature a sterling silver custom label engraved with the names of the bride and groom as well as the date of their wedding. Read the rest of the story and see additional stunning images of Dom Perignon Wedding, after the jump! Continue Reading

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