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Dolce & Gabbana Flip Flops are cool
Suddenly, flip-flops, those slabs of rubber with V-shaped slivers between the toes, are ubiquitous in what were once dressed-up settings. Some say that casual dress gone too far, but the once-humble summer footwear has gone upscale. Designers are selling eye-catching flip-flops for hundreds of dollars. Though it’s not that time of the year when you shop for flip-flops, but this Dolce & Gabbana pair of summer 2007 flip-flops just couldn’t be missed. Gear up for the summer of ’07 with these D&G casual footwear. They are absolutely light in weight and made of cushy, stacked foam in layers of black, white and red or blue, depending on the overall color scheme of the sandal. “D&G Beachwear Fun Equipment for Summer 2007″ is printed on the sole, near the heel, of each sandal.
Christiaan van der Klaauw Presents Complex Astronomical Watches
The Universe is a place that is vast beyond imagining, and what we will try to do is help you understand a little more about it with the miniaturized mechanical universe(s) by Christiaan van der Klaauw. Inconceivably they measure everything from the position of the planets, the constellations, worldwide sunrises, sunsets, solar and lunar eclipses. Each model is handmade by Christiaan himself resulting in a very limited edition of each. Introduced at the 2006 Basel World, his most recent invention, the “Venus”, features a very animated dial with separately rotating Earth, Moon and Venus orbiting the Sun amidst the Constellations. It sells from Watch Buys for $19,800.
Cupola Minaudiere sits pretty in Red and Gold
Siam red with tonal Austrian crystals, this bag with hinged top sports gold-tone hardware. The braided shoulder straps enhance its exclusivity and the tassels trimmings add the finishing touches. Judith Leiber, a leader in couture handbags, has made a significant contribution to the style and sophistication of the well-dressed woman. She is best known for her signature crystal covered minaudieres “” small ornamental cases for a woman’s cosmetics, jewelry, or personal items “” in the fanciful shapes of animals, fruits or anything that inspires her fancy.
Her creations have been carried by every First Lady since Nancy Reagan and in Hollywood, her handbags have graced the such celebrities as Greta Garbo, Elizabeth Taylor, Joan Rivers, Beverly Sills, Barbara Walters, Elizabeth Hurley, Bjork, Renee Zellwegger.
Cimier Seven Seas Chronograph
Functionality and elegance walk hand in hand along this Seven Seas Chronograph from Cimier. The quality and workmanship of Cimier watches live up to the promise of all Swiss watches. Its design does not follow fashion “” it is timeless. The case, in stainless steel, measures 40mm and has a sapphire crystal and display back. The dials are available in two options of black or silver.
Chanel Matte Black J12 Superleggera is distinctly masculine
Chanel remains one of the world’s leading watchmakers, with a proven reputation for combining style & accuracy to perfection. Trendy & classy, this time piece is designed to keep the contemporary wearer looking absolutely great! The Chanel “J12″ Superleggera – created by Jacques Helleu is available in a matt-finish, ultra-light articulated black rubber bracelet, combined, for the first time, with a sand-blasted watch case, giving a definitive black appearance. The timepiece features a COSC-certified automatic movement with chronograph functions. This is made possible by the addition of aluminum. The back of the case is black sapphire, and a special Chanel Superleggera signature is visible through the crystal.
The dial has a 30-minute totalizer at 9 and seconds subdial at 3. A date aperture is positioned between 4 and 5, and the Superleggera signature in red appears at 6. The piece is water-resistant to 200 meters.
Peggy Large Shoulder Bag from Gucci
We never discard the older ones, lest they come back as retro fashion and we must get that new one to keep abreast with the latest trends. This may be the next Gucci bag that you may want get. Available at Bergdorf Goodman, the Peggy Large Shoulder Bag from the house of Gucci is a large shoulder bag in multicolor straw embroidery with sand leather trim and tassel detail.
Opus 6 , a watch virtuoso from Harry Winston
In a word, the ultimate tourbillon system! The Opus series for Harry Winston have produced some of the most phenomenal timepieces in history. Designed and built by “mechanical architects” Robert Greubel & Stephen Forsey, the sixth in a series of collaborations with independent watchmakers taking complications to a new level of complicated.
The Opus 6 is a massive white gold case which seems to contain nothing but a tourbillon; but on closer examination one can see that it is no ordinary tourbillon, in fact not only is it a double tourbillon with a one minute cage rotating inside a four minute one, but the whole cage is also inclined at 30° from the horizontal. The twin attributes of a double tourbillon and the 30° incline combine to produce a mechanism that is essentially immune to any positional errors.
Tissot Sculpture Power Reserve for the the Driver of the Year Award
The latest from Swatch company Tissot is not only a time piece to convey time but it also the watch of choice for the Driver of the Year Award, one of the most prestigious and highly anticipated awards in all of motor sports. Tissot’s new Sculpture Power Reserve model will be awarded to 2006 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Champion Jimmie Johnson. Encased in 18kt yellow gold, it measures 42mm and is water resistant to 30 meters. Both crystals are sapphire. The sliver dial sports the arabaic numbers, while the strap is leather. Being chosen as the watch of choice for such a well-respected and highly coveted award perfectly compliments and reinforces the brand’s heritage and global position in motor sports.
Latest luxurious ornamented watches from Rado
Rado, a pioneer and leader in luxury ceramic watches, has launched its latest collection of hi-end watch models. The range consists of three models with automatic movement.
Integral High-End – This jewel-dominated design is available in three variations using up to 792 diamonds. This model is lightweight and has a titanium safety clasp which is said to be gentle on the skin. The scratch-resistant ceramics add to comfort as they radiate warmth. The dials are decorated with at least four diamonds and are available in lightly brushed silver or pearl shimmering white.
Sintra Jubil Azur – The azur blue-colored Sintra Jubil Azur model is described as audacious and feminine with a light, silky ceramic bracelet. It is available in two sizes using up to 102 diamonds. The curved scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass allows protection for the mother-of-pearl dial set with four white diamonds. Additional diamonds on the bracelet are also available.
Sintra XXL Chronometer – The rose gold coloring of the Sintra XXL Chronometer is designed to provide a visually pleasing interplay with the black ceramic case and bracelet.
Dunhill’s Maybach Umbrella
Next time you are going out in the rainy season, be sure to carry the very chic Maybach umbrella from Dunhill. Though this umbrella is not a standard accessory with the car (nor does the car have any special groove on the door to store it), but it can be purchased from the Maybach dealerships. The size of a golf umbrella it can comfortably fit four people underneath it, so no one gets wet! A special extension piece is featured on the umbrella to allow it to be anchored in the ground. The durable canvas used ensures protection from both the elements (sun and rain). The handle is made of strong chestnut wood, which is varnished to protect it from the weather.
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