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LALIQUE Interior Design Studio Bespoke Luxury Architectural Projects in Tokyo and Paris
Through the Interior Design Studio, LALIQUE is the only crystal company with the ability to create infinite customized designs from their bespoke design studio in Paris. Architects, interior designers and clients are able to realize unique crystal presentations in line with the demands of their specific projects including custom panels, murals, furniture, staircases, walls, doors and lighting for any lifestyle setting. The Interior Design Studio has been working on projects throughout the world ranging from private residences, commercial and retail spaces to yachting, airplanes and hospitality. LALIQUE has a strong history of interior design from its founder René who was famously commissioned to decorate the interiors of the Orient Express…
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5 Fabulous Lalique Fine Jewelry Rings Inspired by Nature
“Sculpting from the very air and making every nuance apparent. He is the Debussy of the fair and the Rodin of the transparent…” ~ Maurice Rostand speaking of René Lalique Lalique’s Creative Exploration Began with Jewelry The world renowned career of René Lalique whose work is synonymous with creativity, beauty, quality and French luxury began with jewelry. At the tender age of 16 in 1876 following the death of his father, Lalique apprenticed with jeweler Louis Aucoc, a leading jeweler in Paris at the time and a perfect opportunity for him to learn jewelry making from the ground up. During this time Lalique embarked on his creative studies which took…
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Discover: Grand Hotel du Palais Royal, Paris – Classical Luxury, Luminous Modernity, Warmth and Elegance
Psst… Can you keep a secret? We’d like to let you in on one located in Paris! There are certain addresses in Paris that are scarcely spoken aloud, in an attempt to keep them secret, with the vain hope that only those well-versed in the Parisian lifestyle would ever come to know they exist. The Grand Hotel du Palais Royal is one such address, where past and present have been fused together to the delight of Parisians. [pullquote]We love the sense of an immediate escape from the moment you enter the hotel. Every detail in the elegantly appointed rooms gracefully offers an make-yourself-at-home feel; a space that begs you to…
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Featured Perfume House: Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Paris
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris offers a unique perfume collection. Their quest in the beautiful world of fragrance is the creation of bottled sophistication and elegance. Each bottle contains their commitment to quality, authenticity and know-how, built from a selection of the purest and rarest essential oils, and the careful attention brought to every detail. Pictured left to Right: Maison Francis Kurkdjian À La Rose Eau de Parfum, Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Silk Mood Extrait de Parfum, Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Vitae Eau de Toilette, MAISON FRANCIS KURKDJIAN Féminin Pluriel eau de parfum, Maison Francis Kurkdjian Luxury Travel Spray – Gold Edition, Maison Francis Kurkdjian Amyris Body Cream, Maison Francis Kurkdjian…
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Hilton Paris Opera Opens Its Doors Following $50m Renovation
The stunning Hilton Paris Opera has officially opened, unveiling a chic and contemporary new look, following the extensive renovation of one of Paris’s most historic and glamorous grand hotels. Located in the heart of the Right Bank’s Opera district, a short distance from the Champs-Elysées and French boutique shopping experiences at Galeries Lafayette and Printemps Haussmann, the hotel was originally the vision of architect Juste Lisch. Having first opened in 1889 to welcome visitors of the Exposition Universelle, the hotel has undergone a $50m refurbishment that returns it to its former glory in exquisite style. Grand and Historical This historical centrepiece of the hotel is the majestic Le Grand Salon…
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One Night in Paris
One of the world’s most popular destinations, Paris, offers a multitude of things to do and places to see. Like most major travel destinations, there can never be enough time to see it all. There are endless supplies of tourist guides and travel resources that can assist you in putting together an itinerary, however, if you can harvest a few hours on any given day from late afternoon til the wee hours of the morning, I promise this itinerary will give you an evening of enchantment. Your evening will begin at The Bar La Vue atop the Hyatt Regency Hotel in the Porte Maillot district. As you step out of…
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K11 Art Foundation and PALAIS DE TOKYO to jointly present first co-curated exhibition in Paris
“Inside China Group Exhibition” to Open Autumn 2014 K11 Art Foundation (KAF) and PALAIS DE TOKYO will present their first co-curated exhibition “Inside China Group Exhibition” in Paris this autumn, in a collaboration that will showcase art works by Chinese contemporary artists in dialogue with fellow French contemporary artists and boost cross-cultural exchanges between the two, and advance Chinese contemporary art on the international stage and to a broader audience. The exhibition, due to open during FIAC in October 2014 and curated by Jo-ey Tang and Wang Chunchen of the Central Academy of Fine Arts Museum in Beijing, will feature five artists from China and three from France: Li Gang,…
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#FeaturedLuxeFollower : Le Bristol Paris :: @LeBristolParis
LE BRISTOL PARIS, Paris France : @LeBristolParis The hotel opened in April 1925 at a pivotal time marking the Roaring Twenties; the days of Josephine Baker, Sydney Bechet and the Charleston. This was a time of prosperity and a carefree attitude which at the time was drawing to Paris all the big names from the worlds of culture and fashion: Rochas, Balenciaga, Chanel, Schiaparelli, Picasso, Mondrian and Dali. Each of its 188 rooms, of which 92 are suites guests are greeted by spacious and light-filled rooms and suites which have undergone extensive refurbishment all decorated in classic eighteenth-century style. The rooms are beautifully appointed and richly decorated with great attention…
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Travel the World in Two-Weeks with Abercrombie + Kent and Flexjet 25 x 1.5 Million Dollars
Imagine giving your loved ones the world, in this ultimate travel adventure from Flexjet 25, operated by U.S. air carrier Jet Solutions, and handcrafted by Abercrombie & Kent is an unmatched travel adventure. Passport to the World is a completely private jet experience circling the globe. From the Forbidden City to the Taj Mahal, travelers will have exclusive access to hidden wonders for a once-in-a-lifetime journey of global discovery. [pullquote]“Flexjet is thrilled to partner with Abercrombie & Kent to be the first to offer a customized private jet experience around the world,” said Deanna White, President, Flexjet. “With Passport to the World, guests will fly privately to seven of the…
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Picture Sitting in the Lap of Luxury: The Frame Chair
The Frame Chair made its impressive appearance at this fall’s MAISON&OBJET trade fair in Paris, Sept. 6-10, 2013. It was selected and debuted at the “funt@sy” Trends Forum where the best of the new chic and striking, quirky and disrespectful, bold and provocative design tendencies were presented. Curator of the inspirational exhibition (one of the three, staged by MAISON&OBJET under the common “Energies” theme) was monsieur Vincent Gregoiré for the NellyRodi Agency The Frame Chair represents a huge baroque frame in which you can sit. Luxurious and extravagant, bold and brimming with personality, the chair sets up an exciting ambiance and an exclusive atmosphere. Impressive with its dimensions (180cms height/…
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