Sunday, 26 May 2013

LOEWE Spanish leather craftmanship since 1846

The first question: how to say Loewe? The answer is “low-ay-ve”, the name of a company whose founding date, 1846, marks it out as one of the oldest purveyors of luxury leather goods in the world. 
But before we talk of the superb craftsmanship which can be traced back to the 8th century when Spanish Córdoba leather was first prized by the crowned heads of Europe, before we talk about unique napa as soft as velvet, or even of today's artisans who are so skilled they can make super-soft unlined bags where the interior is as perfect as the exterior, we should speak of Spain.

JAO PIMENTA | Brazilian high end fashion

Saturday, 25 May 2013

ACNE | Denim on the runway

One of the biggest designer proponents of denim for SS13 was Acne Studios. Although this may not come as a huge surprise, considering they are a brand renowned for their exceptional denim range, the designers at Acne really know their chambray from their selvedge. 

Monday, 20 May 2013

Porsche; German craftsmanship reaches back to the1930's.

Porsche Panamera....

Harmont & Blaine | Fashionable through the summer

This brand is such as a must have for everyone with a dachshund. Harmont & Blaine uses the dog as their own logo. I love the collection items and the colours used this season. Have a look yourself and get your must have pieces!

Tuesday, 14 May 2013

Fashionable with DOLCE & GABBANA during the summer

If you want to be fashionable during the summer you should have a look at the SS2013 Collection of DOLCE & GABBANA. Mixing patrons and colours makes this collection an eye catcher during wearing at one of the boulevards in Monaco, Milan or somewhere else.



Your very own FENDI CASA decor...


Since 1989 FENDI CASA creates decors, furniture and prestigious objects that evoke the FENDI taste for homes. A project that is characterized by the workmanship skills of precious materials that translates in the creation of furniture collections such as sofas, armchairs, chairs, beds, poufs and design objects in line with the FENDI lifestyle philosophy.
If outdoor, indoor, yachts or Privat yet, you can set it with your very own FENDI pieces and design.

Monday, 13 May 2013

Hotel PLAZA ATHÉNÉE, Paris

“Once upon a time the palace of tomorrow“

This truly Parisian luxury property filled with elegance and charm, is ideally located between the Avenue des Champs Elysées and the Eiffel Tower, at the crossroads of fashion, entertainment and business. With fine décor “à la parisienne”, the Hôtel Plaza Athénée features 191 guest rooms including 45 suites, offering views to the chic Avenue Montaigne, the Westside of the Eiffel Tower or the charming courtyard. Since its inauguration in 1911, the Plaza radiates an incomparable charm which has seduced an elegant Parisian and international clientele. The recent redecoration of the lobby recaptures the warm colour codes used by the hotel: “Plaza reds”, terracotta wares, gold and bronzes. To enchant every guest, the hotel mingles glamour and tradition with the most updated technology. At the Hôtel Plaza Athénée, the pleasure of luxury is celebrated, cultivated and expressed in four different venues supervised by the world-renowned Chef Alain Ducasse; each combining the art of living with delicious cuisine in a unique way.

A showcase for Gloster’s manufacturing expertise...

... Bella is unlike anything that has come before… Elegant, sleek powder coated aluminium frames are combined with shaped laminated teak slats to produce a unique form, pure in both its concept and its execution. This purity is more than just style, it’s a statement. It innovates, challenges and stays true to the designer’s vision. But this isn’t form over function. Exceptional materials, master craftsmanship and a dedication to comfort ensure that the Bella outdoor collection feels just as good as it looks. Indicative price for Bella armchair EUR 3000,- available from November 2013.

Wednesday, 1 May 2013

Long live the King and Queen of the Netherlands


After 33 years H.M. Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands gave over the crown to her son. Yesterday, April 30th 2013, H.M. King Willem-Alexander was crowned together with Maxima who is now H.M. Queen Maxima.
I was a proud visitor of the event and I am proud to be Dutch and to have such a lovely King and Queen. Maxima was wearing a beautiful dress of Jan Taminiau and a tiara which was worn also by H.M. Queen Mother Emma.
See below impressions of the day...