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Chirita’s bespoken Louis XVI computer to work like a Royal
Commemorating its 10th anniversary, the French company Chirita brings our attention to their line of bespoken computers. Exclusively designed to blend in the elegance of a majestic living room or office, these computers are crafted out of brass, bronze, alabaster, malachite and lapis lazuli. Furthermore, metal parts are covered with gold leaf. Such a work of art will define the world of luxury computers without fail. The Classic range includes the Louis V, Louis XVI, and Empire models. For € 13,000 ($17,800) and more the Louis XVI computer is decked up with gold and pearls too. Such a majestic system discreetly accommodates the CPU in the display only. Lastly the wireless keyboard and mouse render effortless functioning on the desk.
by deepa, posted March 19, 2010 - 8:32 AM in Gadgets| Comments ()
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World’s most expensive cheese is made from Balkan donkey's milk
It’s time for Balkan donkeys to say cheese! Are you wondering that I have just made a foolish statement? Not if you would have known that the world's most expensive cheese is made from the milk of these donkeys. According to reports from the Zasavica reserve, Serbia, Pule cheese is the world’s most expensive cheese at the cost of EUR 1,000 ($1,350) per kilogram. At this price, it certainly isn’t readily available. If folks born with a silver spoon intend to dig into this elite dairy delicacy then they need to place advance orders. Since the time it was promoted at a Tourism Fair, only half a kilogram of this smoked cheese has been ordered as of yet. The authorities at the Zasavica Special Nature Reserve justify the most expensive tag by stating that no special ingredients go the pricy cheese. Actually one kilogram of Pule cheese is made out of 25 liters of milk. Simple calculations reveal that one liter of Balkan donkey’s milk costs EUR 40 and so the price totals up to EUR 1,000 per kilogram. Neither fancy ingredients nor any luxe packaging add on to its price.
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by deepa, posted March 19, 2010 - 7:07 AM in Other Stuff| Comments ()
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Gresso’s online boutique is world’s first service that turns buyers into designers
Gresso has been wooing the well-heeled clients with their exclusive collections like Gresso Grand Monaco red alligator skin cell phone, Lady Diamond Collection, Lady Gold and the Ultramarine Gold cell phone and the Grand Monaco version inspired by Formula 1 racing. However they understand that the many of the wealthy fashion conscious folks dream of sporting a cell phone that is only one of its kind. Hence they have decided to give such demanding consumers a chance to design their own Gresso cell phone. Touted to be the first of its kind service rendered by a mobile manufacturer, the company intends to tap the designer skills of their clientele. Their unique online Concept of Personalization offers various combinations, 40 to be precise, to choose from. Luxury options range from three types of titanium cases to two kinds of key pads and a choice of five exotic leather skins for back panel. The client’s initials will be engraved to ensure ultimate exclusivity. Starting from $2200, once the client makes up his mind, his self-designed cell phone will hit production in Switzerland and be delivered to him in 14 days only.
by deepa, posted March 19, 2010 - 6:54 AM in Gadgets| Comments ()
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Queen Elizabeth II’s customized Daimler Majestic V8 Jaguar for sale
For all those who believe they deserve a Royal means of transportation, here is your chance to get your deserved set of Royal wheels. Queen Elizabeth II’s tailor made personal vehicle that was designed according to her needs is up for sale. The Royal vehicle, Daimler Majestic V8 Jaguar was used by the Queen herself during 2001-2004 to drive around the grounds of her Windsor estate and for trips such as going back and forth to Buckingham Palace. The vehicle has clocked up 14,000 miles. Painted British green, this Jaguar even features a driver's armrest that was specially designed to accommodate the Queen’s Launer bag and ensure it remained upright.
by namrata, posted March 19, 2010 - 5:19 AM in Transport| Comments ()
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Sol Invictus by Cabestan: Timepiece with solar panels for $560,000
After wowing the watch making world with the Winch Tourbillon Vertical timepiece, Cabestan is back with another mind boggling creation, the Sol Invictus. Combining the iconic chain and fusée, drums and vertical tourbillion from the Winch timepiece with a revolutionary new technique, the Sol Invictus is another mechanical wonder for your wrist. The new technique has been evolved for producing and treating silicium crystals that can be used to produce highly efficient solar cells that are suitable for small surfaces and low luminosity. A technical genius, this timepiece holds the title of being the world’s first commercial utilization of this groundbreaking technology.
by namrata, posted March 19, 2010 - 5:16 AM in Watches| Comments ()
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Patek Philippe's antique wooden tool chest to go on auction
Patek Philippe is a name that commands respect. Any offering from this luxury watchmaker is a must-have masterpiece. And if you are a Patek Philippe collector, you definitely can’t miss out on the exquisite wooden cabinet. Not just any cabinet, it is an original watchmakers chest from the late 1800’s that was once used by Patek Philippe. The exquisite tool cabinet is all set to go under the hammer at the Antiquorum Geneva sale where it is expected to fetch between $6500 and $8500. Made of real wood, this beautiful chest boasts of 51 individual drawers each with a hinged top. Standing tall on stile feet, this chest is also flat sided. A piece that depicts Patek Philippe’s taste for luxury and craftsmanship, it is one-of-a-kind.
by namrata, posted March 19, 2010 - 5:11 AM in Auctions| Comments ()
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McLaren Automotive makes its debut with MP4-12C supercar
Yesterday, the world welcomed one more automaker company, the McLaren Automotive. The brand new automotive company announced its arrival in Working, England by unveiling its flagship product, the MP4-12C. The speedster is only one of many beauties that will be rolled out from this company who is famous for its exploits on the F1 race field. The MP4-12C was unveiled by McLaren F1 drivers, Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton. A supercar that is sure to set the hearts of many speedsters racing, the MP4-12C is here to stay. The main emphasis of McLaren while creating this beauty was lightweight and aerodynamic efficiency. The rear-wheel-drive beauty boasts of a mid-mounted 3.8-liter V8 that produces 600 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque with an 8,000-rpm redline.
by namrata, posted March 19, 2010 - 4:49 AM in Transport| Comments ()
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Surround by Natuzzi: A sofa integrated with a music system
Modern day furniture is all about offering its users optimum comfort without compromising on style and design. The ‘Surround’ sound MP3 sofa from Italian furniture innovator Natuzzi is one such modern day seating creation that promises to serenade one and all with its unique design and features. Like its name suggests, this sofa is integrated with a music system. The speakers and docking station are built right into this contemporary designer sofa allowing users to relax and unwind listening to their favorite tunes. A hi-tech furniture piece, it promises to be the centerpiece of your living space thanks to its aesthetic design and unique music feature. Making absolutely no compromise in comfort, this stylish sleek sofa features modular backrests that complete the look of this creation. The living room furniture piece is available in a variety of leather colors.
by namrata, posted March 19, 2010 - 4:44 AM in Home Improvement| Comments ()
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Cocolave Crocodile Tote from Bottega Veneta: Style for Summer
With summer approaching fast, it is time to shed the soft pastel shades of the last season and go in for bright and vibrant colors. Especially when it comes to accessories, the trend this season seems to go all out for vivacious colors. One accessory that will ensure your title of the trendsetter of the season is the chic and extremely amazing Cocolave Crocodile Tote from Bottega Veneta. An accessory for the very style conscious fashionista, this jungle green colored Tote with its pewter tone hardware is definitely a class apart. The chic bag features a detachable small press-stud fastening case with key and padlock inside, a fold-over flap at front, a taupe suede lining, an interior zip-fastening pocket, an interior pouch pocket and stud feet at base. Extremely luxurious, this exotic bag has style written all over it.
by namrata, posted March 18, 2010 - 9:58 AM in Fashion| Comments ()
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Portrait of Angel Fernandez de Soto by Pablo Picasso to be auctioned by Christies
One of the star attractions at Christies evening auction of Impressionist and Modern Art in London on 23 June is said to be a highly celebrated masterpiece by the great Pablo Picasso. The painting, Portrait of Angel Fernandez de Soto, dating to1903, comes from the artist’s celebrated Blue Period. The famous painting is expected to fetch between £30 million ($45.9million) to £40 million ($61.2million).What is more, all proceeds from the sale o this painting will be donated to The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation, a charity that focuses on the promotion of arts, culture and heritage in Britain. The painting was acquired by The Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation at auction in New York in May 1995 for $29.2 million from the Stralem Collection using funds donated for this purpose by Lord Lloyd Webber. The painting not only depicts Picasso’s great skills but also gives insights into the artist’s life and his circle of friends.
by namrata, posted March 18, 2010 - 9:52 AM in Auctions| Comments ()
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Breitling for Bentley Supersports: A sporty yet sophisticated timepiece
The Breitling for Bentley Supersports timepiece with its sporty appeal is designed to woo the luxury loving man of today. The exquisite timepiece features a knurled bezel reminiscent of Bentley’s control button. An exclusive creation, this sculpted steel timepiece is limited to just 1000 units. Powered by an exclusive automatic, 26B caliber, COSC-certified chronometer movement with a centre 60-minute counter, this timepiece is definitely a class apart. The watch also boasts of a 12-hour counter at 9 o’clock and a central scale for the hundredths of an hour or minutes. Along with the traditional fixed tachometer, the “dashboard” dial also has a variable tachometer with a circular slide rule that can measure average speeds over any length of time, as well as the distance covered and the maximum speed attained. Featuring a double-sided anti-reflective convex sapphire crystal and a Ratcheted rotating bezel with circular slide rule, this watch screams style and class. A metal speed bracelet or rubber strap adds the finishing touches to this sporty timepiece. The case measures 48.7 mm and the timepiece is water resistant u to 100m.
by namrata, posted March 18, 2010 - 9:48 AM in Watches| Comments ()
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CFG Direct offers Carbon Fiber Chopsticks Set for a sweet taste of luxury
If the Louis Vuitton chopsticks failed to add a touch of luxury to your meal, maybe the Carbon Fiber Chopsticks are what you need. Carbon fiber, which is touted to be the new age luxury material, will surely appeal to your luxury loving senses. A product from the latest line up of offerings from CFG Direct, these carbon fiber chopsticks are definitely one-of-a-kind. The carbon fiber used to make this sleek chopstick set is taken from the excess material used by an aerospace company. The set even includes a solid carbon fiber rest. Another unique feature of this chopstick set is that the chopsticks are cut from a solid black of rare high-temp carbon fiber, and the carbon fiber is actually the thickness that you see in the pictures! The carbon fiber used to make this chopstick set is extremely rare and is said to cost around $60,000 for the aerospace company to manufacture as 12′ x 40′ piece of it. Completely safe for eating thanks to the high quality carbon fiber used, it is coated with non-toxic food-safe and dishwasher-safe coating.
by namrata, posted March 18, 2010 - 9:43 AM in Home Improvement| Comments ()
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Porsche Design unveils P'9522 BLACK mobile phone exclusively for Porsche owners
A Porsche is more than just a car; it is in fact a status symbol. If you are a resident of Singapore and own this prestigious car, you no longer need to zoom down the streets in this luxury car to flaunt your status. The Porsche Design P'9522 BLACK mobile phone that was recently launched in Singapore, will do the needful. The luxury mobile phone is available only to the 1600 or so Porsche owners in the city state. The phone made exclusively for Porsche owners is available from the car dealership, Stuttgart Auto. Sure to please the affluent folks in the Asian city, this phone made by Sagem Wireless combines matt black anodized aluminum and black mineral glass and boasts of features like fingerprint sensors.
by namrata, posted March 18, 2010 - 9:31 AM in Gadgets| Comments ()
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The Haut-Brion 2000 Imperial wine to raise a toast
Fine dine is best complimented with elegant and classy wine. And some wines you can pick with closed eyes. One such is the 2000 Haut Brion, which is brewed with flavors of plums, blackcurrants cedar wood and hints of spice. The French wine made with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot variety of grapes and is best suited to go with charcuterie, red meats and hard cheese. Dated to the year 2000, and bottle contains 600cl of wine. Each bottle is priced at $17,600.
by kamakshi, posted March 18, 2010 - 8:19 AM in Other Stuff| Comments ()
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Listen up ladies, Sotheby's puts a hundred stunning pieces of jewelry under the hammer!
I know women like a change in their jewelry very often, but rarely have I come across some who willingly part with their own that too to be auctioned. One hundred of the world's most amazing jewels set to go under the hammer at Sotheby's. Of them, the most anticipated is a 100.17 carat necklace dazzling with yellow diamonds, priced at around $3million. Others include platinum and diamond pendant-ear clips owned by 'girlie' magazine model Patricia Klug, which is touted to fetch $809,200, and another platinum and diamond ring set spotting a stunning 20.15 carat pear-shaped diamond which is valued at $201,500. She will also give up 17 pieces of accessories estimated to earn her a whopping $93million.
by kamakshi, posted March 18, 2010 - 8:14 AM in Auctions| Comments ()
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