Music lovers will be happy to know that very soon Moscow will be treated to some delicious musical notes that come from one of the costliest violins in the world. So if you have the time and money, you should very well make it to the Russian captial for the grand event. This violin goes by the name Ex-Vieuxtemps and was made by the venerated Giuseppe Guarneri in 1741.

A little bit of research told us that this violin has a long list of famous owners that also includes the great violinist and composer of the 19th Century, Henri Vieuxtemps maybe that is the reason why the violin is called so.

Well, in 2008 this musical instrument was purchased by a Russian lawyer and businessman, Maxim Viktorov. And since the violin has been so closely associated wit Pagnini, it has been decided to play on it to mark the great composer’s  to honour legendary musician Paganini’s 227th birth anniversary that falls this year. Apparently, it was Pagnini who heard Henri play this same violin at 14 and predicted that the boy would grow to be a great man. Famous Japanese violinist Kyoko Yonemoto will have the honor of playing this violin at a special concert at Moscow’s Conervatorium.

Via russiatoday

Ritz-Carlton’s award-winning rooftop bar O2 Lounge is located on the hotel’s 12th storey. It has the essence of all that the city has to offer. That Moscow is a mix of the old and new, the modern and the ancient, is visible in all corners. The interiors are luxe. But you have a bit of Russia in all things at the lounge.

It has a sushi bar with sushi prepared using fish flown all the way from Japan’s Tsukiji market! The sushi lounge also has oysters and lobsters. Alternatively, enjoy an afternoon smoke from…hold your breath – hookah pipes made in Czech Republic, from Bohemian Crystal.

Moscow is no longer the communist regime flagship with its soberness, but an economic epicenter. A look at the futuristic glass dome with floor to ceiling system at 02 Lounge signifies the new-age design and couture that the city has embraced.

The lounge also has prism windows, amazing views of the famous St Basil’s Cathedral, Kremlin, Spasskaya tower and Red Square. Or sip those heady cocktails. Demonstration of opening a champagne bottle the old Russian way using a saber is integral.

Via: Luxury Insider

There are so many things in the present world that actually make us realise that maybe the so-called ‘financial hard times’ are just the woes of a very few. We know that counries have been very busy promoting tourism in their states and for that they are offering great discount packages too. But perhaps, Moscow does not believe in giving quality at low prices. From what we hear, an expensive rental apartment in the Russian capital charges $50,000 per month.

DOKI Real Estate Agency is handling the property located very strategically near the Arbatskaya metro station in downtown Moscow. Apparently, the 21 rooms which include 8 bedrooms and six bathrooms will keep your travelling group quite happy and comfortable.

By the way, four parking lots also come with the apartment in reference. However, the real estate agent hasn’t been successful in finding a tenant. Well, with a price that high there shall be very few seekers. What say?

Via RINovosti

All right we might not have enough dope on it right now, but the car has everyone’s head spinning. We are talking about the gold plated BMW M5 working wonders on the roads of Moscow. Well, we are not surprised because didn’t we get to see a gold-plated Porsche from Russia only!

So far the car is a real mystery, maybe that is just another reason why it is generating so much buzz. Some might think it is nothing but a vulgar display of money because of the yellow shine all over the body of the car, but then no one’s ignoring it. In fact, ‘English Russia’ reports that once a gold plated Porsche (maybe it’s the same one we talked about in para one) was hijacked in a busy Moscow street.

Well, these things happen when you are trying to grab everyone’s attention with your moolah. All we can say is watch out BMW M5 gold-plated car guy because we really don’t like to say, “We told you so.”

Via automotto

When I read about the story of this long lost Champagne bottle making their way to stardom, I was literally amazed. Imagine a bottle of Champagne sinking in the sea because of a shipwreck some eighty years back has found its way back, and what a come back!

This 1907 Heidsieck champagne fetched a $275,000 tag at the Ritz-Carlton in Moscow. And there are more than 200 such bottles belonging to the bygone era. It is being said that the bottles were shipped for a Russian Imperial family at the time when it met the fatal accident.

I am sure that had the roman god of Wine seen this, he would have shied away!

Via Luxist

It’s “Khokhloma style” tail comes festooned with gold. But it is not the end. The floor mats of the Porsche 911 are designed to gel with its glitzy face. It seems to declare that Russia bleeds Gold.
After a long oration, now I allow you to roll over the pics:







Via EnglishRussia

Now with a vast pool of beds I have covered at Elitechoice, those busy setting there house and looking for perfect home accessories have enough choice to make. Called the Sphere, the trendy bed by designer and artist Karim Rashid aims to bring a new lease of life to your empirical bedroom living.

Lately unveiled in Moscow for Hollandia International, this tailored bed not only features the elite Hollandia stylish sleep system amenities of luxury comfort and soothing massage but also includes a 32” Colored TV with a discretionary 5.1 surround sound theater system, covered LED Florescent canopy-top lights, outside back vanity mirror plus a champagne holder. Karim assures that the color and fabric can be tailored as per the needs of your interiors. So, jump onto it to enjoy your favorite soap with a glass of wine in the company of your beloved.

Via Unplggd