Various reports state that the Qatar royal family is in talks with London-based private equity fund Permira over the sale of the Italian fashion house Valentino. The decision is expected to take place at the end of the month. If concluded, the sale of the entire Permira stake in Valentino would result in the Qatari's first acquisition of a top fashion house. The Emir's wife, Sheikha Mozah, is known for her love of Valentino dresses.

Sick of the sweltering city? Hit the outer boroughs on a summer evening or weekend! Here are some of our favorite non-Manhattan dining destinations.

From Christian Dior to Stéphane Rolland, from macarons at Ladurée Paris to dinner at Le Jules Verne inside the Eifel Tower, from hotel suites at the Ritz Carlton which is being closed soon for renovations ... we have your complete photo diary to nearly all the shows from Paris Haute Couture 2012-13.

Haute 100 lister Jennifer Siebel Newsom will be recognized at the 3rd Annual GLIDE Legacy Gala Awards.

Starting July 14th, SFMOMA will host the sole West Coast presentation of Cindy Sherman, a traveling retrospective of one of the most influential artists working in photography. She is probably the most recognizably unrecognizable artists because of her use of guises, make up and different personas in her self-portraits. Details inside!

Today, the Miami HEAT’s new offensive player, Ray Allen, officially announced his move from the Boston Celtics to the HEAT. Accompanied by HEAT President Pat Riley and Head Coach Erik Spoelstra, Allen shared his sentiments about leaving the Celtics and what he most looks forward to during this new chapter.

Last night my friend Dani Stahl hosted an event at Gap on the Upper East Side where she let her creatively run wild. If you brought in a pair of denim, she made you some custom cut-offs, giving a new look to something old.

F1 magnate Eddie Jordan has commissioned a 155-foot long superyacht that almost meets the classifications to be considered a ship.

Omega has announced the launch of its new Seamaster range and Planet Ocean Collections.

Alejandro Sanz has decided it is time to release the title of his newest CD…well, sort of.

Ever wonder what the most powerful leaders, business execs and celebrities keep on their desks? Well, we're about to tell you. Our "What's on My Desk" feature will take a look inside the offices and at the desks of the world's most influential power players. First up is Alex Maine founder Bron Heussenstamm.

LA Lakers owner Jerry Buss has been hospitalized due to hydration. After TMZ reported the news, a team spokesman confirmed the report on Tuesday.

Ever wonder what the most powerful leaders, business execs and celebrities keep on their desks? Well, we're about to tell you. Our biweekly "What's on my Desk" feature will take a look inside the offices and at the desks of the world's most influential power players.

Los Angeles is known for its glitz and glam with Hollywood elite and A-list stars often showcasing the city as one of the world’s hotspots, so it comes as no surprise that Los Angeles is also home to some massive mansions – including a 52,503-square-foot mansion that tops the list for the ten largest homes in greater Los Angeles.

The manufacturers at Maserati are currently working on a brand competitor to the Porsche 911 and the Audi R8 in the form of an all-new two-seater sports car.

They are the Polka Dots seen 'round the world, and yesterday in New York there was no small deal of the new collaboration between Louis Vuitton and artist Yayoi Kusama.

The “Artemesia” estate in Los Feliz Oaks has just been listed on the market for $11.995 million. Featuring seven bedrooms and seven baths, this property is primly located in the same gated neighborhood as Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s Los Angeles compound.

Renowned Developer Mohamed Hadid has placed his latest mansion creation on the market, and it immediately becomes one of the most expensive homes for sale in California.