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Sometimes the strangest things in life can come for extremely exorbitant prices. Take for example this 3D scan of Michael Jackson, which is being auctioned off for $1.5 million. The 3D scan image was collected when Michael Jackson was 37 years old, way back in 1996. The scan data includes color map in CPV or UV maps. This can be manipulated into any expression or pose, thanks to the 3D technology which is used. I am sure the image...

jude Sometimes the strangest things in life can come for extremely exorbitant prices. Take for example this 3D scan of Michael Jackson, which is being auctioned off for $1.5 million. The 3D scan image was collected when Michael Jackson was 37 years old, way back in 1996. The scan data includes color map in CPV or UV maps. This can be manipulated into any expression or pose, thanks to the 3D technology which is used. I am sure the image would be sold within instants to a video game company or someone similar. ]]> It would be amazing to see Michael Jackson come alive again, at least in the 3D form. The funny thing is, it has not been created by 3D artists, but taken from Michael Jackson himself. I am sure the $1.5 million tag is not a big deal for most well heeled MJ enthusiasts. You could imagine the kind of fan following he commands even after death, considering the fact that an Andy Warhol portrait of the star was expected to fetch millions. Unfortunately, the King of Pop passed away just before his This Is It comeback show. Via: Tech E Blog]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48384 2009-11-04T14:43:21Z 2009-11-04T14:49:47Z

David Beckham certainly seems to know how to live life king size. He not only drives the best cars in the world, but also lives in one of the most exclusive properties owned by celebrities. That does not seem to be stopping Beckham from splurging more! His new obsession seems to be cars, and that too black ones. While we do not understand what attracts him to black cars, it could perhaps be a unconscious desire to try the...

jude David Beckham certainly seems to know how to live life king size. He not only drives the best cars in the world, but also lives in one of the most exclusive properties owned by celebrities. That does not seem to be stopping Beckham from splurging more! His new obsession seems to be cars, and that too black ones. While we do not understand what attracts him to black cars, it could perhaps be a unconscious desire to try the darker side of life which he seems to be lacking. David bought a customized Range Rover Sport which has been modified by Platinum Motorsport.]]> Cadillac Escalade, Jeep Wrangler, Lincoln Navigator, Porsche 911 Cabriolet and Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe are some of the other black cars that he has recently purchased. In all, David Beckham has spent more than $8.3 million on cars! We had written about the relationship between football stars and their cars, especially David Beckham sometime back. You could also read about how David sold his Bentley. Via: Auto Trader]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48356 2009-11-04T07:53:41Z 2009-11-04T07:56:29Z

Gucci handbags figure right on the top of every fashionista’s wish list. The latest Gucci Fall/Winter collection of women accessories proves just why this brand is a favorite with every woman. The Fall/Winter 2009 collection captures the nightclubbing life in its designs. The shiny and sparkly leathers and fabrics, and the jaw-dropping exotics, are sure to be showstoppers this season. Some of the most amazing pieces in this collection include the New Jackie large shoulder bag. This exquisite bag...

Namrata Gucci handbags figure right on the top of every fashionista’s wish list. The latest Gucci Fall/Winter collection of women accessories proves just why this brand is a favorite with every woman. The Fall/Winter 2009 collection captures the nightclubbing life in its designs. The shiny and sparkly leathers and fabrics, and the jaw-dropping exotics, are sure to be showstoppers this season. Some of the most amazing pieces in this collection include the New Jackie large shoulder bag. This exquisite bag is also probably the most expensive piece in this collection. Priced at a whopping $33,000, this dark grey croco with hand stitching, tassels and bamboo details is one luxurious accessory. Since I love wallets and cluches’, the $3100 wallet in dark grey croco with bamboo piston closure detail and the $2100 clutch in grey python with tassel and bamboo closure appealed to me. Besides wallets and clutches, this collection also includes beautiful shoulder bags in various sizes and designs as well as handle bags and hobo’s in different sizes and shapes. ]]> ILvoelv]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48355 2009-11-04T07:50:13Z 2009-11-04T07:53:33Z

Luxury electronics maker, Bang&Olufsen has been wowing the elite crowd with its BeoVision series of televisions. The latest in the BeoVision line up is the BeoVision 10 which has made its appearance in London. The gigantic TV offers great quality and performance like all other TV’s from the electronics maker. The gigantic entertainment screen is priced at a whopping £6,000 (almost $10,000)! But that includes custom installation, a cutesy remote that’ll come pre-programmed with settings for your various set-top...

Namrata Luxury electronics maker, Bang&Olufsen has been wowing the elite crowd with its BeoVision series of televisions. The latest in the BeoVision line up is the BeoVision 10 which has made its appearance in London. The gigantic TV offers great quality and performance like all other TV’s from the electronics maker. The gigantic entertainment screen is priced at a whopping £6,000 (almost $10,000)! But that includes custom installation, a cutesy remote that’ll come pre-programmed with settings for your various set-top boxes, AV equipment and even home automation kit. Besides that, the TV is also accompanied by a proprietary frame that’ll let the Bang&Olufsen BeoVision 10 swing outwards from a wall from its edge. ]]> Engadget]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48354 2009-11-04T07:44:46Z 2009-11-04T07:49:46Z

Namrata When it comes to luxurious timepieces, ladies are one pampered lot. Making sure the fairer sex is spoiled for choice is A. Lange & Söhne who have unveiled two beautiful timepieces - Little Lange 1 Moon Phase and the Cabaret Soirée watch that will surely mesmerize every woman. Little Lange 1 Moon Phase is sure to be one of the most sought after timepiece in the Lange & Söhne jewelry watch collection. The beautiful watch comes in two versions; a daytime and a night time version. The case in white gold with its bezel crowned with diamonds provides the precious framework for the fascinating spectacle of the waxing and waning moon on the white or dark blue mother-of-pearl dial. With a metallic-silver crocodile or dark blue ray leather strap, this exquisite watch is sure to compliment the stylish lady of today. The beautiful timepiece is powered by a calibre L901.9. Manually wound movement and has a power reserve of 72 hours. The watch is a limited edition and in which both versions are limited to 150 units each.]]> [Timezone]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48353 2009-11-04T07:34:27Z 2009-11-04T07:44:26Z

If the translucent Lexus is not your type, then the recently unveiled matte black finish Lexus LFA super car might appeal to you. Priced as much as the translucent car i.e. $375,000, the matte black finish super car made its first appearance on the US soil in Las Vegas and is the most costliest car produced by Lexus. A powerful machine, the LFA is powered by a 4.8-liter V10 engine with 560 PS (552hp) and 354 ft-lbs of torque....

Namrata If the translucent Lexus is not your type, then the recently unveiled matte black finish Lexus LFA super car might appeal to you. Priced as much as the translucent car i.e. $375,000, the matte black finish super car made its first appearance on the US soil in Las Vegas and is the most costliest car produced by Lexus. A powerful machine, the LFA is powered by a 4.8-liter V10 engine with 560 PS (552hp) and 354 ft-lbs of torque. The LFA can hit 62 mph in 3.7 seconds and tops out 202 mph courtesy a six-speed sequential transmission and a weight of just 3,263 lbs. Lexus claims the V10 engine is smaller and lighter than many other V8 engines and uses 10 individual electronic throttle bodies for the best possible throttle response. The car is dressed in carbon fiber via a unique process. The cabin structure too is made of carbon fiber which contributes to the light-weight of the car. The interior of the LFA consists of hi-tech gadgets including a user-friendly Remote Touch mouse.]]> [Autoguide]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48352 2009-11-04T07:28:29Z 2009-11-04T07:34:07Z

I cannot stress enough on the importance of designer fittings to add a touch of elegance and class to your bathroom. If you too feel the same and are looking for the perfect fittings to give your bathroom an elegant and luxurious makeover, the Diva gold faucets from Italian company Daniel are definitely a must buy for you. These beautiful decorative faucets available in gold and chrome tones are adorned with delicate designs that truly make them unique. Sure...

Namrata I cannot stress enough on the importance of designer fittings to add a touch of elegance and class to your bathroom. If you too feel the same and are looking for the perfect fittings to give your bathroom an elegant and luxurious makeover, the Diva gold faucets from Italian company Daniel are definitely a must buy for you. These beautiful decorative faucets available in gold and chrome tones are adorned with delicate designs that truly make them unique. Sure to add richness to your powder room, these faucets are a class apart. No matter which design you choose, the wall- or deck-mounted, these decorative faucets promise to glam up your bathrooms.]]> [Trendir]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48351 2009-11-04T06:38:39Z 2009-11-04T06:51:42Z

And the Bold rush continues with Continental Mobiles rolling out world’s first Blackberry Bold collection encrusted with vibrant precious stones. Dubbed, Vivid collection, this line consists of the fashionable Blackberry Bold glammed up with Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires and Black Diamonds. The Blackberry Bold Black Diamond Luxury Mobile Phone is the top of the line sporting naturally mined diamonds and black diamonds for £1,849 ($3,000). While vivid green emeralds are caked on the Blackberry Bold Emerald version for £1,749 ($2,875)....

deepa And the Bold rush continues with Continental Mobiles rolling out world’s first Blackberry Bold collection encrusted with vibrant precious stones. Dubbed, Vivid collection, this line consists of the fashionable Blackberry Bold glammed up with Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires and Black Diamonds. The Blackberry Bold Black Diamond Luxury Mobile Phone is the top of the line sporting naturally mined diamonds and black diamonds for £1,849 ($3,000). While vivid green emeralds are caked on the Blackberry Bold Emerald version for £1,749 ($2,875). And for a slightly lesser tag of £1,699 ($2,800), you can order the Blackberry Bold Ruby studded with Pigeon blood red rubies. The sapphires studded Blackberry Bold Sapphire model also retails for the same price tag. If the white diamond version didn’t lure your colorful senses, then its time to grab any one of this Vivid collection for the forthcoming festive season. ]]> ]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48350 2009-11-03T22:12:14Z 2009-11-04T06:35:12Z

The excesses of celebrities are not something new to be heard. We know of celebrities who spend millions for something that might seem totally zany to people who are less fortunate. The latest celebrity to make news for such wild spending is a mystery English celebrity who lives in Monaco. The celebrity has commissioned a 24 carat gold guitar which almost cost a "four figure". Apparently, the electric guitar was coated and dabbed with 24 carat gold so that...

jude The excesses of celebrities are not something new to be heard. We know of celebrities who spend millions for something that might seem totally zany to people who are less fortunate. The latest celebrity to make news for such wild spending is a mystery English celebrity who lives in Monaco. The celebrity has commissioned a 24 carat gold guitar which almost cost a "four figure". Apparently, the electric guitar was coated and dabbed with 24 carat gold so that the celebrity could hang it on the wall. ]]> Jimi Hendrix's first guitar as well as the Steampunk guitar about which we have already written about. Meanwhile, the mystery celebrity has remained a mystery and it is not known who it really is. Via: [Pursuitist]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48349 2009-11-03T21:53:30Z 2009-11-04T05:52:36Z

If you are aware of French history, you would know that French Kings always had their quirks which set them apart from other European monarchs. Most were not only in love with finer living, but also with satiating their taste buds. Rémy Cointreau Global Travel Retail has launched their Rémy Martin Louis XIII Rare Cask Cognac which is being touted as "supremely rare". Each of these bottles would cost $14,750 and comes with an extra strength of 43.8. The...

jude If you are aware of French history, you would know that French Kings always had their quirks which set them apart from other European monarchs. Most were not only in love with finer living, but also with satiating their taste buds. Rémy Cointreau Global Travel Retail has launched their Rémy Martin Louis XIII Rare Cask Cognac which is being touted as "supremely rare". Each of these bottles would cost $14,750 and comes with an extra strength of 43.8. The French luxury house Baccarat has created the iconic Louis XIII decanter which brings back the quirks of those famed French monarchs back to the 21st century.]]> Henri IV cognac and the Napoleon Inspired Decanter for a rare cognac. Via: [Moodie Report]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48313 2009-11-03T10:17:07Z 2009-11-03T11:04:49Z

Every lady puts in some or much effort to team up accessories to flaunt a harmonized look. And Katherine Hughes wants to help all such fashionistas with a line of iPhone 3GS luxury diamond & Python accessories. Designed by Stuart Hughes and Davide De Nizza of Milan for Republica Fashion, this iPhone case is shaped out of python skin. It is further ornamented with 39 flawless diamonds that total up to 7.8ct. Priced at £20,995 (about $34,000), it is...

deepa Every lady puts in some or much effort to team up accessories to flaunt a harmonized look. And Katherine Hughes wants to help all such fashionistas with a line of iPhone 3GS luxury diamond & Python accessories. Designed by Stuart Hughes and Davide De Nizza of Milan for Republica Fashion, this iPhone case is shaped out of python skin. It is further ornamented with 39 flawless diamonds that total up to 7.8ct. Priced at £20,995 (about $34,000), it is touted to be the most expensive in the world. Limited to only three, it will be available on Republica-Fashion in this week. Wait and watch out for the iPhone 3GS handset in the same python style and also exclusive luxury accessory pack for the same. Thanks Katherine]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48307 2009-11-03T07:53:22Z 2009-11-03T09:31:56Z

To commemorate the opening of the Panton Chair exhibition at the Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery, 500 limited edition miniature Panton Chairs have been created. The iconic chair by well known designer Verner Panton comes in a new gold metallic mini version. The chair, a mini version of the real thing is 1/6th the size of the original chair. The chair is handmade and produced using the same manufacturing process like the original one. The elegant gold chairs are...

Namrata To commemorate the opening of the Panton Chair exhibition at the Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery, 500 limited edition miniature Panton Chairs have been created. The iconic chair by well known designer Verner Panton comes in a new gold metallic mini version. The chair, a mini version of the real thing is 1/6th the size of the original chair. The chair is handmade and produced using the same manufacturing process like the original one. The elegant gold chairs are considered to be the crown jewels of this exhibition.]]> Highsnobiety And Openers]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48306 2009-11-03T07:50:12Z 2009-11-03T10:07:37Z

Photography is not my forte but if you are a photography enthusiast and are interested in the latest hi-tech camera’s you will surely love the EPIC-X camera from RED. No release date has been given for this camera but we hear this digital still and motion camera is priced expensively at $28,000. The first of the two models that we can expect to see is the incredibly high-end EPIC-X which will be released in four stages, beginning with a...

Namrata Photography is not my forte but if you are a photography enthusiast and are interested in the latest hi-tech camera’s you will surely love the EPIC-X camera from RED. No release date has been given for this camera but we hear this digital still and motion camera is priced expensively at $28,000. The first of the two models that we can expect to see is the incredibly high-end EPIC-X which will be released in four stages, beginning with a pre-production model dubbed TATTOO and ending with the wide-spread final release model. A sleek camera to capture priceless moments, it boasts of some of the most amazing features. ]]> [Gizmodo]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48305 2009-11-03T07:45:20Z 2009-11-03T09:28:58Z

Fashionistas and lovers of exquisite handbags get set to bid for your favorite accessory as Christie’s South Kensington is holding an auction of historically important handbags on November 19. Bid for a stylish Hermes Birkin that is known to have a waiting of more than six years or go for the Kelly handbag. An auction for every bag lady, these vintage and stylish bags are sure to appeal to one and all. Besides Birkin’s the auction house is also...

Namrata Fashionistas and lovers of exquisite handbags get set to bid for your favorite accessory as Christie’s South Kensington is holding an auction of historically important handbags on November 19. Bid for a stylish Hermes Birkin that is known to have a waiting of more than six years or go for the Kelly handbag. An auction for every bag lady, these vintage and stylish bags are sure to appeal to one and all. Besides Birkin’s the auction house is also offering a selection of vintage jewelry to ogle and possibly bid on.]]> [Luxury-insider]]]> tag:www.luxurylaunches.com,2009://13.48304 2009-11-03T07:41:22Z 2009-11-03T09:25:44Z

For those who like to make the most of their space, here is a luxurious option you definitely cannot resist. The Roca Active & Relax Bathroom is a unique bathroom that can double up as a room as well. The luxurious room includes a sunken bath that is hidden under the floorboards. What is more, windows are replaced by 3 floor-to-ceiling LCDs that give you the illusion of a panoramic view. The screens can also be connected to your...

Namrata For those who like to make the most of their space, here is a luxurious option you definitely cannot resist. The Roca Active & Relax Bathroom is a unique bathroom that can double up as a room as well. The luxurious room includes a sunken bath that is hidden under the floorboards. What is more, windows are replaced by 3 floor-to-ceiling LCDs that give you the illusion of a panoramic view. The screens can also be connected to your PC allowing you to relax and watch your favorite movie as you bathe. The bathroom also includes a beautiful rainfall shower feature! The Roca Active & Relax Bathroom with its hidden sunken bath adds more than one function to a room. Use the space as a gym when you are not having a bath, or turn this room into an entertainment haven. Simply amazing, this plush bathroom will surely appeal to every luxury lover.]]> [Yankodesign]]]>