The Breil Weil Dilemma
November 15th, 2007 by kpriss
Since someone has problems with justice and it’s getting sued for several millions dollars, you’d say he wouldn’t get even in hundreds miles of range of the damn thing that brought them the misfortuned trials. Well, that’s not Charlize Theron’s case! On the contrary! The signed contract with the Watches Producer Raymond Weil stipulated that she wore a Weil Timepiece in all occasions, she was not even supposed to wear jewellery that wasn’t Weil approved! Well, she chose a Dior Watch for several add pictures, she got caught and sued for breach of contract.
Now we hear that Charlize Theron signed another contract promoting watches! With the Italian luxury brand Breil Milano. Let’s see how that turns out!
Accessories, Celebrities, Designers, Luxury, Undo, Unstyle, Watches
The Scent of 5.000 $!
November 15th, 2007 by kpriss
That is Yu, by Mane. One of the most expensive fragrances on the market (5.000$) produced in limited edition – 500 bottles and with exclusive retailer – Bergdorf Goodman, Lane Crawford in Hong Kong, Nordstrom.
The perfume wears Cecile Krakower of Mane’s signature and it was obtained using “Jungle Essence” technique ( using a portable pressurized canister and solvent to conveniently extract essences of plants in the field) : “The heart of Yu features accords like champaca and genet, both of which were collected using the jungle essence method. The same method was used to collect the scent’s top notes of African freesia and Asian mandarin tree leaf. Other top notes include bergamot, tangerine, orange flower and ylang-ylang. Rosewood oil is included in the heart and base notes include vetiver, sandalwood and vanilla.”. The name Yu means rain in Chinese. The 500g crystal bottle was created in an organic form by Brosse.
VIP Out and About Lacoste
November 15th, 2007 by kpriss
For every woman, being a mother equals being an accomplished woman. For those of you who didn’t found the out and about long hours with your baby enough reason to close that so very stylish dressing door and throw away the key, there’s some good fashion news from Maclaren : the Lacoste Stroller!
Built like every other Maclaren Stroller, the Lacoste Stroller is as light and user friendly as all others (lightweight (14lbs), one hand fold, multiposition seat, spacious storage basket, adjustable leg rest). The good news don’t stop here: when purchased, the Maclaren Lacoste Stroller, comes with an original Lacoste polo t-shirt and a Lacoste baby cap to protect your little angel from the sun.
Let’s not forget about the previous collections : Maclaren Lulu Guiness or Maclaren Kate Spade that already made some fans – Michelle Williams out and about with Matilda in Maclaren Kate Spade, Heidi Klum’s babies in a double Lulu Guiness Maclaren.
Casual Style, Celebrities, Designers, Luxury, Motherhood
The Diamond Christmas Tree
November 15th, 2007 by kpriss
We know it’s not one of our usual posts, but we couldn’t keep this for ourselves : a Christmas Tree with 400 Diamonds! That’s not a joke, not even a fairytale, it’s a real sale object in the Takashima Department Store in Tokyo. The mini Christmas Tree is made from preserved roses embellished with 100 carats diamonds from Australia and Southern Africa and its price is 200.7 million yen (app. 1.8 million $) and the little Red Teddy Bear comes along for this price too.
The Diamond Christmas Tree is signed by Parisian flower boutique Claude Quinquaud.
What do you think? Uber snob? Or uber Christmas?
Christmas, Diamonds, Luxury, Unstyle
Chopard, a Name in History
November 15th, 2007 by kpriss
When Paul Andre Chopard was forced to sell his 100years family watch business because none of his sons were interested in taking over the company, the Scheufele family, the new owners of the Chopard business saw numerous ways of making a name and a profit with Chopard. And so, the company made a statement in luxury products : watches and jewellery. You can find Chopard related to charity (Jose Carreras Foundation, Prince Charles Foundation, Sabrina Foundation, Alp Action) or special events (Film Festivals, Mille Miglia- The Race, Elton John’s AIDS Foundation Oscar Party, ‘White Tie and Tiara Ball).
At the latest opening of a new Chopard in New York : Elton John, Eva Herzigova, Rachel Weisz, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Elizabeth Hurley, Adrien Brody with his girlfriend Elsa Pataky.
Accessories, Celebrities, Designers, Diamonds, Events, Fragrances, Jewellery, Luxury, Unstyle, Watches
Chanel Handbags
November 14th, 2007 by kpriss
Everybody loves Chanel! And every girl should have one at home . One piece, one article, THE CHANEL. And what better than a handbag? You can carry it allover, mix it with all-kind of outfits, all-kind of moods, just you and your Chanel.
Make a statement in style! Wear a Chanel!
We cannot forget about the epitome of fashion feminism who brought us closer to the comfiest outfit of it all – the trousers! Tore between fashion and love all her life, Mademoiselle Chanel managed to dress up Katherine Hepburn, Grace Kelly giving Hollywood a french touch. So we say that Chanel is a must.
And here are Kate Moss, Diane Kruger, Vanessa Paradis, Mischa Barton, Sienna Miller, Lindsay Lohan, Lauren Conrad, Katherine Heigl, all saying ‘we love Chanel!’. And no matter the trends, we’ll always find elegance irreplaceable.
What about you? Chose one already?
If you’re interested in more about Chanel, read more in Chanel and Claudia Schiffer.
More bags from Miu Miu, Mulberry, Yves Saint Laurent, Jessica Simpson.
Bags, Casual Style, Celebrities, Designers, Events, Luxury, Street style
Miu Miu Handbags
November 13th, 2007 by kpriss
Miuccia Prada created Miu-Miu in 1992 and ever since, the brand has found its way into our hearts. The clean cuts that characterise the house made the handbags line a true success.
If you’re looking for gorgeous totes or for breathtaking clutches, you’ll find something to seduce you at Miu Miu. And we’re not the only ones saying it ! Reese Whiterspoon and Vanessa Hudgens signed in for huge fans!
We have a major crush on the coffer. What do you think?
Bags, Casual Style, Celebrities, Designers, Luxury, Unstyle
DKNY Be Delicious Night
November 13th, 2007 by kpriss
DKNY expanded the Be Delicious line with a new fragrance : Be Delicious Night.
The fashion designer Donna Karan launched her new perfume from the label DKNY (Donna Karan
For those of you curious about the scent : “Delicious Night opens with frozen pomelo, crushed ginger and a chilled blackberry martini accord. The heart features purple freesia, night-blooming orchids, satin jasmine petals and purple iris. The scent’s drydown is of molten amber, incense, myrrh extract, patchouli and velvet vetiver.
The collection includes eaux de parfum in two sizes, 1.7 oz. for $52 and 3.4 oz. for $68; a 5 oz. body lotion, $38; a 5 oz. shower gel, $32, and a 0.5 oz. lip gloss, $16. The scent is expected to appeal most strongly to women in the 18- to 35-year-old demographic.”stated Trudy Loren , the creator of the Be Delicious Night by DKNY.
Already made up your mind for Christmas? Or just writing down this post for Santa?
Celebrities, Designers, Events, Fragrances, Unstyle