Posted in Crystals, Designer, Fashion, Handbags, Luxury on 24 October 2009
It isn’t the first time designer Judith Leiber’s work has caught our fancy. Well, she is the same creative genius credited for the Peacock Miniaudiere and the Versailles Box Clutch (among so many others). This time it is her ‘dicotheque0lous’ streak that we loved so much in the new Disco Ball Miniaudiere. Shaped like a disco ball, this one has been made in Italy with dimensions meeting the scale 1/2″H x 3 1/2″W x 3 1/2″D.
The tiny case has been covered with crystal rhinestones all over to recreate the disco ball effect. And just as all eyes are on the disco ball in a disc despite the large crowd, loud music and the craziness, this handbag too promises to make you the belle of the ball wherever you go. The tassle to go with it is very sexy indeed.
Posted in Crystals, Luxury, Luxury Brands, Swarovski, Travel, Yacht on 20 October 2009
Luxury cruises are gaining a rather consistent popularity in the European seas. And when that just started, the MSC Splendid made a rather bold, loud and extravagant foray into the world of sea travel. The most grand-daddiest moment of all was the presence of actress Sophia Loren at its sail from Barcelona in July 2009 that spoke quite a lot about it being a special boat.
Now quite some time has passed since the sail of this opulent, luxury liner, but the truth is that the world still hasn’t heard much about its little feats. Its maker claims that the MS Splendida is perhaps the most gorgeous cruise ship in the world. The passegners experience the special European-Italian feel in the plush interiors. There are five swimming pools, 12 whirlpool baths, 18 bars and several lounges with a discotheque with some crazy music.
Posted in Automobile, Car, Crystals, Display, Sports, Swarovski on 11 October 2009
Car enthusiasts loaded with tonnes of creativity and a hefty bank balance are forever interested in pimping up cars their way! Now this is a luxury not many can afford. And Stefan Raab does not fall in that category. In fact the ProSieben host worked up a little automobile wonder for the ‘The TV Total Stock Car Crash Challenge 2009′. What he did was to bling up his race car’s hood with a ‘TV Total’ logo using several thousan Swarovski stones.
Stefan is estimating the cost of his car hood experiment at around $84,000. And he justifies it by saying that this is the new style “bling-bling”. The car with the fancy bonnet is expected to race with some 30 other cars across three race classes. Stefan even jokes, “After three minutes it (the car) is, unfortunately crap.”
Posted in Computer, Crystals, Designer, Display on 9 October 2009
What recession? Before you might start thinking that we have officially lost our minds, let us share this bit of news – a blingy Dell laptop that costs a huge $5K. Frankly, there is no shortage of high-end computer machines that wear the over-the-top bling and get sold at a high price. But we are talking about five grants here that too in the American dollar. Here are the details. Apparently, one Bergdorf Goodman wanted to get one of the new Dell Adamo XPS for himself. But then it had to be different from the masses. So they called up Swarovski and did some decorating of their own.
As a result, the lid of the Adamo 13 is festooned with a Swarovski crystal studded sterling snake, which frankly could have had a better finishing for isn’t it a flat and smooth laptop top that we always look for!
Posted in Architecture, Buildings, Crystals, Designer, Display on 9 October 2009
The royal families are loyal to the brand of Baccarat. This maker of exquisite glassware and lightings has sold many of its creations to the blue blood of France, Japan, Russia, Arabia, Morocco, India and even to the White House. Established in France in 1764, the brand has always striven to deliver ingenious handcrafted work of the highest quality to the world.
We are informed that even today the crystal used in many of the Baccarat design is hand crafted in the village of Baccarat that is situated in Loraine, eastern France. And that is the reason why these precious ices are so divine. Of all the things, Baccarat is best known for its chandeliers like the one the Maharajah of Gwalior ordered for his new Palace. This chandelier weighed a ton.
Posted in Apparels, Concept, Crystals, Designer, Fashion, Health on 24 September 2009
Brand Di Murini has decided to do something never attempted before. Well, it has released a limited collection of Spotlight mastectomy lingerie range that has been heavily and tastefully decorated with Swarovski crystals. The driving force behind this line is to help raise money in October that is symbolic as Breast Cancer Awareness month.
An out and out couture range, Spotlight has been especially designed to make women feel very sexy. All the bras have been hand decorated and are touted as the most expensive in their category. The price range lies around $1,900 with 50% of profits going to the charity foundation ‘Against Breast Cancer’.
Posted in Designer, Diamond, Fashion, Gold, Watch on 23 September 2009
Piaget Limelight watch collection will bring you in the center of all attention. This one is as dazzling as its predecessors. Each piece showcases the brand’s dual mastery of both baute horlogerie and haute joallerie. Created in Piaget’s Geneva jewelry atelier, this fashionable collection has been made in 18 carat white gold.
We especially liked the Haute Joaileries Limelight watch (with reference no.G0A29084) for its dress in 537 duamonds that total to 40 carats. The Piaget 690P quartz movement powers this one. Besides this beauty, we are told that there are three other “secret” watches. And true to their claim, we haven’t got any specs on these yet.
Posted in Crystals, Music, Speakers, Technology on 23 September 2009
And here we go crystal all over again but with some technological advancements. This one is the latest and exclusive wall-mounted loudspeaker system from Artcoustic that promises to sound as good as it looks. The recent Superstar line by the brand was a real hit with audiophiles thanks to its state-of-the-art superb sound quality that is accompanied by endless design options. And now it is the Crystal range that is expected to create a new history.
Arcoustic has embellished the screens with sparkling high quality Swarovski crystals that will add a new magic to your opulent interiors. It is these crystal frames that make the new Artcoustic speakers excellent display items too.
Posted in Bath Accessories, Crystals, Designer, Home Decor, Swarovski on 23 September 2009
This is happening when we had started to feel the absence of Swarovski crystals from almost everything in our luxury household. We mean that in a good way, for exclusivity lends its own charm to luxury. It is brand Aliseo which has given a crystallised makeover to the mundane bathroom furnishings found lying around in the bathroom. This might appeal to those who care for each and every detail under the roof to establish a classy decor.
Well, what Aliseo has done is simply takes the sparkling ices from the best among the brands and featured it all on a signatures series. The Strass Swarovski Crystals look quite delicious on the LED Cubik cosmetic mirror. In fact, the ones on the hair dryer, towel rail, (believe it or not) toilet roll holder, hook and towel ring look no less glamorous.
Posted in Art, Designer, Display, Luxury on 23 September 2009
Quinn Gregory’s love for crystals isn’t any thing new. The talented designer has an uncanny knack for sculpting magificent artworks made from the sparkling ices that never go wrong. Yes, we mean they are never the sorts to give you an overdose of crystals, everything is in thr right amounts. Recently, we got to see the skull sculpture that was brought to life thanks to some 8,000 Swarovksi crystals and some gorgeous blue sapphires. And now it is a beautiful sculpture of Jesus Christ that has got the man in news all over again.
Called Infinite Hope this artwork is set to participate in an art competition. The winner will be granted acash price of $50,000. The sculpture of the Christian God has been made froma combination of wood, foam and crystals. The finishing has been done in metallic paint complete with a shiny look.
