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In the Time of Cognac: The Rémy Martin Cellars
One hundred years in the making, a bottle of Rémy Martin de Louis XIII sets the standard for luxury.
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The Gilded Age Revival
Thompson Hotels, a collection of urban luxury hotels in the most vibrant cities across the United States, has unveiled its newest branch in the heart of New York City’s illustrious Financial District. Titled Gild Hall, the hotel is intended to bring the period of wealth and opulence, coined by Mark Twain The Gilded Age, […]
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The Optimistic Wisdom of Paula Del Nunzio
Super broker Paula Del Nunzio, of Brown Harris Stevens fame, manages to have a pretty pleasant outlook for New York’s luxury real estate market, despite the economic indicators that should have her waking up with night terrors. But the wealth of her experience (Del Nunzio sold New York’s most expensive townhouse–twice) has allowed her to […]
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No Ordinary Cadillac
While the anticipation continues to rise for President-elect Obama’s Inauguration Day, news of the brand-new, still-in-the-works presidential limo has leaked, and it is receiving some well-deserved hype. During his campaign, Obama promoted hybrid vehicles, and come January 20th, he’ll be stepping into his very own hybrid Cadillac for a two-mile cruise down Pennsylvania Avenue […]
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Ivanka Trump on CNBC
In recent years the media has taken special notice of Ivanka Trump’s inherited flair for business, and she certainly displayed her comprehension of the market last week during an exclusive interview on CNBC. The business-savvy beauty and executive vice president of development and acquisitions for the Trump Organization articulated her opinion that the New […]
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Estate of the Day: Pinecrest
From the driveway you already get the feeling that there is a 10,000 square foot Mediterranean fortress of quality standing in front of you. The layering of stonework, the attention to detail in the architecture, and the quality level of construction are solid clues that this is not your typical Florida developer house. The magnificent […]
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Winter Antiques Show
It has just been announced that the annual Winter Antiques Show in New York City will be hosted at the Park Avenue Armory from January 22 through February 1. This winter will mark the sale’s 55th year as the most prestigious antique show in the U.S., featuring the best of the best from antiquities through […]
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A little Inspiration for 2009
After a financially glum 2008, it seems as though many individuals have taken a turn to optimism, and the chosen color of the year proves this. The world-renowned authority on color, Pantone, Inc., has announced the official for 2009 to be Mimosa. The felicitous color will undoubtedly be prevalent throughout boutiques and in design motifs. […]
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Starbucks gets a Gulfstream 550
In December, Starbucks took delivery of a new Gulfstream 550 corporate jet, unfortunate timing after a year of store closures, layoffs and declining sales. Deb Trevino, a company spokeswoman said that Starbucks ordered the G5.5 three years ago and began paying for it when SBUX was flying high. The latte titan won’t divulge the specific […]
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Diamonds in the Rough (Economy)
As our diamond ambassador Jeffrey Rackover keeps on touting, diamonds are a good investment, even in times of trial. The recent auction of fine jewels at Christie’s at certainly proves his point. The most expensive diamond ever was sold for $24.3 million in December 2008, during the height of the economic downturn, beating a previous […]
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Lafite Around the World
When in doubt, wine. SBE understands-and embraces-that concept, and on Monday, January 19, is hosting an exclusive Chateau Lafite Rothschild wine dinner at Michael Mina’s newly opened XIV at SLS Beverly Hills. The remarkable space, designed by Philippe Starck, evokes the drama and opulence of a European chateau, making it the ideal setting for such […]
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A New A Voce
By Sean Ballent When things are bad, sophisticated mases still need to eat, and often they turn to comforting classics. As such, New York’s A Voce restaurant, located right off of Madison Square Park, is getting a twin sister this spring. The second establishment, designed by the legendary David Rockwell, will find its home within […]
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Estate of the Day: Miami
This 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath custom three story Miami estate home features; a library, office, gym, gourmet kitchen with island, marble floors, volume ceilings, second floor entry, a bar, a formal dining room and 2 living rooms.
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Philppe Starck and Parrot Make Couture Music Together
Via a mix of iconoclastic design and innovation, Zikmu, a set of eye-catching wireless speakers, has been created by the famous unconventional designer Philppe Starck and French firm Parrot. Made to blend elegant minimalism with the latest and popular tech, the 2.5-foot-tall speakers are billed as timeless works of art with their aerial curves and […]
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Coming Soon: Trump Soho
Though the Trump Hotel Collection has dominated nearly every borough of New York City, Soho has remained exempt from the empire’s reign until now. Downtown will welcome its first ultra-luxury high-rise hotel when Trump Soho New York opens in fall of 2009. Located on Spring Street amongst the chic neighborhoods quaint boutiques, galleries, cafes […]
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