The world has been eagerly awaiting the arrival of the luxurious Mercedes-Benz helicopter since its concept was revealed at last year’s European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva. At this year’s EBACE, developers sated the public’s anticipation as the finished twin-engine copter was debuted.

It was announced yesterday that two of the world’s leading names in luxury will be forging an exciting new partnership. Audemars Piguet, the industry-leading manufacturer of high-end timepieces, will now be the official timekeeper at all Four Seasons hotels and resorts in the Americas. Beginning immediately at locations in Buenos Aires, Beverly Hills, Chicago, Houston, Las Vegas, Miami, Mexico City, and New York City, Audemars Piguet’s iconic Royal Oak clocks will be displayed prominently through the properties.

This year’s Moscow Tuning Show at the international exhibition center Crocus Expo brought together some of the world’s most impressive Russian and foreign tuned vehicles, but one stood out from the crowd with the brilliant sparkle of 450,000 Swarovski crystals.

On Friday, May 20, Lancia hosted a chic party for director Paolo Sorrentino’s new film, This Must Be the Place, starring Sean Penn. The Italian luxury automaker hosted the elegant soiree at the stunning Mandala Beach where a number of high-profile stars gathered, dressed to the nines, and ready to party the night away – including director Paolo Sorrentino, Lancia Fiat CEO Olivier Francois, Gwen Stefani, Courtney Love, Eve Hewson, Magda Gomes, Anja Rubik, Delfina Fendi Delettrez, Roberta Armani, and more.

On Tuesday, May 17, Paris Hilton and a bevy of Hollywood’s VIPs stepped out on the red carpet for the premier of her new docu-series, The World According to Paris, to debut on the Oxygen Network on June 1st. The star-studded affair was held at the chic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and Paris was always close to her mother Kathy, father Rick, sister Nicky, and boyfriend Cy Waits.

On Wednesday, May 18, fashion legend Roberto Cavalli took over land and sea with the opening of his first boutique in Cannes. In celebration of the new 2,150-square foot store on the legendary Boulevard de la Croisette, the icon and his ever-elegant wife Eva hosted a star-studded cocktail party at the new spot and then took the party to the sea with an intimate gathering aboard his yacht, the RC, and a vibrant beach party as the yacht sat moored opposite the Palais des Festivals.

Like Haute Living South Florida? Join our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter @HauteLivingFL. Want Haute Living South Florida delivered to your inbox once a week? Sign up for our newsletter.

While a champagne-filled first-class plane ride may suffice for the rest of us, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge require a little more oomph, and privacy, for their royal honeymoon. William and Kate have decided to forgo the public eye and rent the Sea Stream – a $3.2 million luxury yacht to complement their getaway to their $6,500 a day honeymoon suite in Seychelles.

When Mario Briccola decided to turn his passion for fine leather goods into a business in 1952, he began the legacy of BRIC’S – a family business that would become a leading name in luxury travel accessories. With a fervor for design that features practicality, functionality, and a chic Italian flair, BRIC’s has been the choice of some of the world’s most discerning clients, including new princess Kate Middleton, Marcia Cross, and Oprah, and has been featured in movies such as Mamma Mia! and The Tourist with Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp.