Usually I'm a big fan of anything that features the glittering Swarovski crystals. However this collection of Swarovski crystal studded animal skulls for one of Brooklyn's hippest Art and Design shops, “The Future Perfect" created by artist Peter Pracilio doesn't quite make me breathless. An art show was organized by The Future Perfect that was named "F%*^ the Economy'. It featured a lot of limited edition work. Three one of a kind unique pieces were showcased by Peter especially...

The July edition of Italian Vogue created by Franca Sozzani is a special Black issue with a collector Barbie supplement paying tribute to Barbie in a limited edition of 2000 copies. Franca has dedicated this issue to black models that have been successful in fashion and art and also put images of Barbie. Black Francie, the first black Barbie was introduced 1967 and then her friends Christie and Julia and eventually the first "Black Barbie" was introduced in 1980....

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With the inevitable rise on the stress levels, it’s almost essential that couples take some time off from kids and go to a private island to chill for a while. It’s difficult to find one that’s dubbed ‘Private’ in the true sense. The Haggerstone Island situated off the coast of Queensland totally lives up to that word as it can accommodate only 12 people at a time. The island is situated just 600 km north of Cairns in Australia’s...

S.T. Dupont, founded in Paris, in 1872 has had a history of royal encounters. Founded by Simon Tissot Dupont and his son Andre Dupont, the company flourished under the expertise of evangelists of leather goods and goldsmiths. The company invented its first pocket petrol lighter in 1941 for the travel case of a Maharajah, after which they have crafted several travel cases and gas lighters for the HRH princess Elizabeth of New York, Duke of Windsor and such. Keeping...

The high end costume jewelry line of Coro, Corocraft was replaced by Vendome in 1944 and the 60’s was its most glorious decade. If you are a connoisseur of metal artifacts and antique jewelry, you will definitely love this very rare chain mail vest which was designed in the early 60’s. This ultra-glamorous and elegant gold tone metal chain mail vest has been kept in immaculate condition. There is even a hook at the back to adjust the size....

This Chanel gold and diamond ring from the 'COMETES' collection is a complete stunner. It features a beautiful circular top with pave diamond stars and center comet, the border suspending eight pave set discs with symbols of the heavens. The effect is nothing short of divine. " I want to cover women with stars and symbols of the constellation'', Chanel, 1932. That sounds about perfect. It is a used ring, but in excellent condition. Worth $9,400, it looks like...

I love anything retro, especially if it has a connection with an intoxicating concoction. That's why this 1940's martini glass trade sign from a cocktail lounge in Denver catches my eye. It looks absolutely stunning when it's illuminated. Brings in a celebratory and festive mood! You can either display it up high or on the floor as a cocktail table, it's certain to wow your guests. Get this piece of awesomeness for $10,500 to make your merry-making times even...

This 128GB USB flash-drive is ultra luxurious and expensive. And why not? It's got more capacity than my puny laptop's hard drive. It's brought to us by Super Talent and it features a USB 2.0 connection interface, AES-256 hardware encryption and support for Windows ReadyBoost. Luxio looks hot in black, silver and wood grain. You can take your pick. The wait for this USB drive isn't too long as it launches later this month. It can be yours for...

The current economic trend is pushing the companies to downsize their staff but MotoArt gainsays this development with its GE-747 Cowling Desk. Designed to double up the reception area, this twin-desk was created exclusively for the new GE Advanced Research & Technology Center in Qatar. It is refurbished out of CF6-50 engine that was first used for KLM’s 747 aircraft in 1975 with GE’s high-bypass turbofan engines that rated at 54,000 pounds of thrust. The company, renowned for its...

Aww! This is the cutest! It’s weird that I’m using that term for an armament. The SwissMiniGun measuring 5.5 cm, claims to be the smallest pistol ever manufactured. Apparently, the pistol is so tiny that it requires a specialty 2.34mm caliber bullets to be custom produced for it. With that size, they’d know that the owner would have trouble finding a holster, so they included one. The gun is not permitted in the US, but can be imported in...

Do you treat your pet like he/she is royalty? Then your can let his/her highness chill in this throne-like armchair adorned with sixteen sparkling Swarovskies. The crystals are held there with the English stapling technique. Wilbur is a gorgeous chair that has soft upholstery for maximum comfort. It is made with detailed manual labor. It's design is close to the ground and it is made with the anatomy of dogs in mind. The sizes available are suitable for a...

The GT Golden Bike is so cool, that you can't buy it, you have to earn it. The only way to do this is by being the fastest amateur in the Golden Race Series, which consists of 7 cross country mountain bike races. So whoever wins that title not only becomes the proud owner of the GT Golden Bike, but also receives an all-expense-paid trip for two to the next race in the Golden Bike Series, a $250 Sugoi...

If you love some bubbly and you are always on the go, I've no doubt that you are greatly going to appreciate the new MontBlanc champagne travel box. This stylish carrier has room for your champagne, caviar and foie gras. Of course, that's in small quantities, but it ensures that you are always equipped for any reason to celebrate. You can carry a good stylish party on you just like that. [FashionWeekDaily]...

Like a scene from a Hollywood movie, thieves walked into a Cartier store in Cannes and stole jewelry worth £13 million ($21.3 million)! According to police, a man wearing a floral shirt walked in and threatened the staff with a gun at the store located near Carlton hotel. Two accomplices wearing crash helmets then entered the store and took jewels from the glass display cases before fleeing along Cannes’ famous Croisette promenade on scooters after the raid on Monday....