Created by Spanish architectural firm A-cero & located on the periphery of Madrid, Sinfonía de Volúmenes is exactly what its name implies: a grand symphony of contemporary elegance. Giving the impression as if it’s naturally emerging from the land like a rock, the home is dominated by neutral colors with a natural stone & textured aesthetic….
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Brushstrokes: Priceless Pieces Of Art
Nude, Green Leaves & Bust Artist | Pablo Picasso Year | 1932 Genre | Cubism Media | Oil on canvas Value | Currently on display at the Tate Britain in London, it sold in 2010 for $106.5 million Background | The painting’s inspiration was Pablo Picasso’s mistress and muse Marie-Thérèse Walter Bal du Moulin de la Galette Artist | Pierre-Auguste Renoir Year |…
World Curiosities via Creel and Gow
In what can only be described as the most tasteful 21st century version of “Ye Olde Curiosity Shoppe,” I present to you Creel and Gow. The shop is a veritable treasure trove of items, which range from the simplest tiger eye sphere to the most elaborate deconstructed crustaceans better known as a lobster and huge…
Clouds & Versace
Being a part of the elite isn’t just about sitting in fancy airport lounges anymore, sipping champagne or eating snacks while being surrounded by a makeshift living room. Everyone can do that now. Pay a few extra dollars or accrue enough frequent flyer miles & the velvet rope vanishes. Boring. Imagine combining a love for…
Trianon Palace Versailles, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
You slowly turn the knob and push open the door. The morning’s beauty caresses your face as you step out onto the balcony to be welcomed by the land of berets & accordion music. There, in the corner, awaits a small table set for two. Croissants, slices of cheese, jam, homemade butter, and an array…
Philip Treacy: Millinery Magnificence
Charity events, launch parties & milestone celebrations, being a part of the social elite comes with its many duties. Trekking down red carpets & answering to camera flashes are a possibility. Rain or shine, you are there. But most importantly, having a well-equipped closet with elegant pieces is vital. Statement pieces, a must. First impressions…
The Lost Art: Proper Social Etiquette – Vienna
“Etiquette is just a matter of common sense with a large dose of kindness.” I do not know who said this, but I fully agree. Not everybody can be expected to have read Debrett’s, Emily Post or Adolph Knigge and act accordingly, but everyone can be expected to think about what is the appropriate way…
The Allure & Cachet Of Verdura Jewelry
Yesterday, I was privileged to be permitted to visit with one of the greatest and most legendary purveyors of fashion and style of the 20th century. I speak of Verdura whose name and founders are synonymous with some of the greatest style icons of fashion as well as Hollywood’s and society’s grand dames. For the…
If Walls Could Talk
During the European Renaissance, nobility decorated their homes with tapestries while aristocrats saw the birth of wallpaper. Centuries & many styles later, wall coverings have evolved, but wallpapers have survived into the 21st century. In a world where there always seems to be something better, there actually is when it comes to home renovations. Today,…
Schlosshotel Kronberg
Anyone who has ever hoped to attend a royal wedding but was left uninvited, worry not. For the jetsetter who seeks to bask in regal beauty, options are available. Always. Nestled at the top of the countryside of Kronberg & flanked by a picturesque 18-hole golf course, there stands one of the most impressive German…
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