Colours in Bloom at Bentley Boutique
Bentley celebrates the spring season with a new range of colours for its capsule handbag collection on sale at the Geneva Motor Show next month (March 4). Vivid examples of Bentley’s exquisite colour palette bring new haute-couture choices to a woman’s range of luxury accessories.
The celebration of ‘pure’ colour extends the collection of two handbag models – the Continental and the Barnato bags – with references to Bentley’s signature bespoke hide combinations.
Concepts of refined luxury inspire a Special Ivory derived from Bentley’s 1952 Continental R-Type executed for the Continental handbag model in patent leather with a deep Burgundy interior. The Barnato handbag is now offered in an Imperial Blue exterior with Linen panels, a Linen interior accented with Imperial Blue pockets, representing the ultimate expression of luxury and refinement in harmony with sea and coastal landscapes, yachting and other leisure pursuits.
Classical historic colours include Dragon Red drawn from the Continental GT V8, also executed in patent leather; and Cumbrian Green, which glances back to the renowned Bentley Blower model executed in combined patent and smooth leather, thus replicating the traditional 1930’s design where the car body was part paint, part trimmed in leather.
Further intense colour specifications have been created through the significant expression of combinations evident in Bentley’s model palette. These bespoke pairings reflect a variety of global definitions of luxury taste, matching regional social and cultural values. The colour combinations can also be perceived as ‘passe-partouts’, or central blocks of colour which are bordered by contrast tones, as a picture in a frame. Such combinations include: Saffron/Linen, Imperial Blue/Linen, Portland/Pillar Box Red, Saddle/Linen.
Relevant to Bentley’s extensive current car colours are combinations which express a thematic contemporary fashion statement: Autumn/light blue (seasonal), Burgundy/Linen (classic), St James’ Red/Aquamarine (avant‑garde).
Dr Ariane Reinhart, member of the board of Bentley Motors, comments: “The colours are strong and exciting. We want to bring accents of daring colour into a woman’s wardrobe.
“The shades emphasise an aspect of the true Bentley personality, which a new generation of female customers can enjoy in their daily lives. The new handbag colours are complemented by the new silk scarves and bring the refined luxury and bespoke elements of a Bentley to a wider female audience.”
The silk scarves depict architectural and natural landscape features in an abstract pattern. Within the scarf images are featured the Jacobean mansion of Crewe Hall, the historic estate of Tatton Park and the renowned façade of Bentley’s factory.
The pool of colours lifts the traditional silk scarf into a modern interpretation that is full of life. In the two colour combinations of blue/Magenta and orange/Magenta can be found a compass, a composition of Bentley’s wings logo, a map of the world and a dial from a Bentley dashboard.
The hand-rolled edge of the scarves is framed by an interpretation of the matrix grille on the front of Bentley models, emphasising the heritage of the brand as a Grand Tourer.
Continental handbag:
£3,800 / $US 5,500 / EU 4,500
Barnato handbag:
£4,800 / $US 7,000 / EU 5,500
Silk scarves:
£180 / $US 278/ EU 224
To order from the collection please visit your local Bentley dealer, our on-line store:
www.bentleyhandbagcollection.com
www.bentleycollection.com
Or visit our flagship boutique at the headquarters of Bentley in Crewe
The celebration of ‘pure’ colour extends the collection of two handbag models – the Continental and the Barnato bags – with references to Bentley’s signature bespoke hide combinations.
Concepts of refined luxury inspire a Special Ivory derived from Bentley’s 1952 Continental R-Type executed for the Continental handbag model in patent leather with a deep Burgundy interior. The Barnato handbag is now offered in an Imperial Blue exterior with Linen panels, a Linen interior accented with Imperial Blue pockets, representing the ultimate expression of luxury and refinement in harmony with sea and coastal landscapes, yachting and other leisure pursuits.
Classical historic colours include Dragon Red drawn from the Continental GT V8, also executed in patent leather; and Cumbrian Green, which glances back to the renowned Bentley Blower model executed in combined patent and smooth leather, thus replicating the traditional 1930’s design where the car body was part paint, part trimmed in leather.
Further intense colour specifications have been created through the significant expression of combinations evident in Bentley’s model palette. These bespoke pairings reflect a variety of global definitions of luxury taste, matching regional social and cultural values. The colour combinations can also be perceived as ‘passe-partouts’, or central blocks of colour which are bordered by contrast tones, as a picture in a frame. Such combinations include: Saffron/Linen, Imperial Blue/Linen, Portland/Pillar Box Red, Saddle/Linen.
Relevant to Bentley’s extensive current car colours are combinations which express a thematic contemporary fashion statement: Autumn/light blue (seasonal), Burgundy/Linen (classic), St James’ Red/Aquamarine (avant‑garde).
Dr Ariane Reinhart, member of the board of Bentley Motors, comments: “The colours are strong and exciting. We want to bring accents of daring colour into a woman’s wardrobe.
“The shades emphasise an aspect of the true Bentley personality, which a new generation of female customers can enjoy in their daily lives. The new handbag colours are complemented by the new silk scarves and bring the refined luxury and bespoke elements of a Bentley to a wider female audience.”
The silk scarves depict architectural and natural landscape features in an abstract pattern. Within the scarf images are featured the Jacobean mansion of Crewe Hall, the historic estate of Tatton Park and the renowned façade of Bentley’s factory.
The pool of colours lifts the traditional silk scarf into a modern interpretation that is full of life. In the two colour combinations of blue/Magenta and orange/Magenta can be found a compass, a composition of Bentley’s wings logo, a map of the world and a dial from a Bentley dashboard.
The hand-rolled edge of the scarves is framed by an interpretation of the matrix grille on the front of Bentley models, emphasising the heritage of the brand as a Grand Tourer.
Continental handbag:
£3,800 / $US 5,500 / EU 4,500
Barnato handbag:
£4,800 / $US 7,000 / EU 5,500
Silk scarves:
£180 / $US 278/ EU 224
To order from the collection please visit your local Bentley dealer, our on-line store:
www.bentleyhandbagcollection.com
www.bentleycollection.com
Or visit our flagship boutique at the headquarters of Bentley in Crewe
Designer Promotes Rare Diamond Cut
High jewelry designer, Giuliano Capogrossi Colognesi, draws jewelry for sphere-cut diamonds.
"The highest concern in diamond cutting is usually maximizing yield rather than artistic exploration.", says Giuliano Capogrossi Colognesi a high jewelry designer with a talent for both the traditional and the controversial. He is promoting the sphere-cut diamond. Most diamonds are faceted and formed according to the original shape of the diamond rough. "Diamonds are almost never even cabbed. That is why cutting them into a smooth, spherical sphere is even more interesting; sphere cut diamonds must be rare if they even exist at all.", adds the Giuliano Capogrossi Colognesi. Surely, this cut will yield very little from most diamond rough which is octahedral in shape and appropriate for the very profitable round brilliant shape. But that doesn't matter to this designer who envisioned "Sphere", a collection of circle and spiral themed rings set with a solitaire diamond sphere.
The sphere-cut diamond is an original design, one so out of the typical imagery of diamond cut designs that many persons, too used to thinking of diamond cutting as a business operation rather than art creation, will not understand it. Also many tend to think of diamond as a gem that should always be faceted. This is because facets take advantage of diamond's high refractive index and allow it to shine (quite literally shine). However that culture misses out on appreciating the diamond in rounded, smooth cuts emphasizing color (or transparency as with most diamonds), texture and even strength as they are intrinsically less prone to damage than faceted cuts. The sphere-cut diamond is reminiscent of those diamonds which were mounted rough or simply polished before diamond faceting even existed. At one time this gem was most valued for it's strength and the word diamond even means "indestructible". Diamond was, and by some still is, considered an amulet of invincibility, appropriate for fighters in battle. In a way this somewhat manly cut is actually more traditional than the girly faceted cuts of present and relatively recent history. The high jewelry designer sees at least one more highly traditional aspect of the design, as he says: "Traditionally, the circle and the sphere have been regarded as two of the most perfect shapes; even the round brilliant is a circle when looked at from above. So the sphere-cut diamond is a traditional gem and a traditional shape, albeit an unusual combination. "
Giuliano Capogrossi Colognesi's "Sphere" is a collection of sphere-cut diamond solitaire rings. the ring is naturally the most appropriate shape for a collection emphasizing a spherical gem. Matching the theme set by the diamond, the platinum mountings will be worked into circles, spirals and curves. Each ring will hold the diamond without obstructing view of the bottom half so to show as much of the sphere as it can.
Giuliano Capogrossi Colognesi is a self taught jewelry designer based in Beverly Hills, California. All can view and comment about his drawings for "Sphere"at http://disegnogioia.com/2012/07/02/sphere-ring/
The recommended budget for "Sphere" is $100,000.
"The highest concern in diamond cutting is usually maximizing yield rather than artistic exploration.", says Giuliano Capogrossi Colognesi a high jewelry designer with a talent for both the traditional and the controversial. He is promoting the sphere-cut diamond. Most diamonds are faceted and formed according to the original shape of the diamond rough. "Diamonds are almost never even cabbed. That is why cutting them into a smooth, spherical sphere is even more interesting; sphere cut diamonds must be rare if they even exist at all.", adds the Giuliano Capogrossi Colognesi. Surely, this cut will yield very little from most diamond rough which is octahedral in shape and appropriate for the very profitable round brilliant shape. But that doesn't matter to this designer who envisioned "Sphere", a collection of circle and spiral themed rings set with a solitaire diamond sphere.
The sphere-cut diamond is an original design, one so out of the typical imagery of diamond cut designs that many persons, too used to thinking of diamond cutting as a business operation rather than art creation, will not understand it. Also many tend to think of diamond as a gem that should always be faceted. This is because facets take advantage of diamond's high refractive index and allow it to shine (quite literally shine). However that culture misses out on appreciating the diamond in rounded, smooth cuts emphasizing color (or transparency as with most diamonds), texture and even strength as they are intrinsically less prone to damage than faceted cuts. The sphere-cut diamond is reminiscent of those diamonds which were mounted rough or simply polished before diamond faceting even existed. At one time this gem was most valued for it's strength and the word diamond even means "indestructible". Diamond was, and by some still is, considered an amulet of invincibility, appropriate for fighters in battle. In a way this somewhat manly cut is actually more traditional than the girly faceted cuts of present and relatively recent history. The high jewelry designer sees at least one more highly traditional aspect of the design, as he says: "Traditionally, the circle and the sphere have been regarded as two of the most perfect shapes; even the round brilliant is a circle when looked at from above. So the sphere-cut diamond is a traditional gem and a traditional shape, albeit an unusual combination. "
Giuliano Capogrossi Colognesi's "Sphere" is a collection of sphere-cut diamond solitaire rings. the ring is naturally the most appropriate shape for a collection emphasizing a spherical gem. Matching the theme set by the diamond, the platinum mountings will be worked into circles, spirals and curves. Each ring will hold the diamond without obstructing view of the bottom half so to show as much of the sphere as it can.
Giuliano Capogrossi Colognesi is a self taught jewelry designer based in Beverly Hills, California. All can view and comment about his drawings for "Sphere"at http://disegnogioia.com/2012/07/02/sphere-ring/
The recommended budget for "Sphere" is $100,000.
London's Most Striking Living Wall Is Launched At The Rubens At The Palace Hotel With Garden-Inspired Cocktails And Afternoon Tea
Standing at 350 square metres with over 10,000 ferns, herbaceous plants and 16 tons of soil, The Rubens at the Palace Hotel (www.rubenshotel.com) in Victoria has today unveiled one of London's largest and most colourful living walls.
Located on the doorstep of Buckingham Palace, the wall reaches over 21 metres high and is packed with over 20 seasonal plant species including buttercups, crocuses, strawberries, lavender, spring bulbs, and winter geraniums. The flowers have been chosen to ensure the wall is 'in-bloom' all year round.
Affectionately nicknamed 'The Green Lungs of Victoria', the wall boasts significant environmental benefits, such as improving the air quality for those working in and passing through the area and attracting much-needed wildlife such as bees, butterflies and birds. It is also London's largest living wall dedicated to reducing the risk of urban flooding, which is a challenge in the Victoria area, due to the low absorbency of urban surfaces. The wall will also be a tourist landmark, brightening the popular walk from Victoria station to the Royal residence.
In celebration of Victoria's impressive new feature, the Rubens at the Palace hotel has launched a Living Wall-inspired menu, designed to incorporate plants and flowers featured in the wall itself. The Rubens' new Garden Afternoon Tea includes a mouth-watering tea-stand of delicious morsels: wild strawberry cheesecake, honey cream and walnut financier, lavender cupcake, violet ganache and rose petal macaroon alongside the typical tasty finger sandwiches and fluffy white scones with thick cream and homemade jam. The new garden afternoon tea costs from £29.50 per person.
The bar team at the Rubens at the Palace have also been inspired, and will be serving delicious offerings of their own. A new cocktail menu has been designed, including the English Garden, featuring Bloom gin, elderflower, ginger ale, basil, strawberries and lemon and the Green Goddess packed with mint, lemon verbena, lime zest, Chase vodka and lemonade. The Living Wall-inspired cocktails will cost £11 each.
Given the height and scale of the wall, it graces not only the side wall of the Rubens, but also that of its five-star sister property Hotel 41 (www.41hotel.com), recently awarded Hotel of the Year 2013 by industry authority Caterer and Hotelkeeper, as well as above Victoria's vibrant cocktail and casual dining haunt Bbar and Restaurant (www.bbarlondon.com).
Malcolm Hendry, General Manager of the Rubens commented:
"The buzz about the Living Wall is palpable. People are stopping to admire it, take photos of it and generally wonder what it's all about. We wanted to bring some of that excitement through the doors of the hotels and the bar, so we have launched a complementary selection of afternoon tea cakes and cocktails so the wall is living and breathing inside the hotel and out.
"But the wall has a very serious purpose beyond just looking great - we're excited to be able to positively impact the people living and working in, as well as the huge amount of visitors passing through, this area by improving the air quality, attracting wildlife and reducing the risk of urban flooding."
For more information or to book an overnight stay, floral afternoon tea, or know where to come for a garden-inspired cocktail, please visit www.rubenshotel.com / www.41hotel.com / www.bbarlondon.com
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Located on the doorstep of Buckingham Palace, the wall reaches over 21 metres high and is packed with over 20 seasonal plant species including buttercups, crocuses, strawberries, lavender, spring bulbs, and winter geraniums. The flowers have been chosen to ensure the wall is 'in-bloom' all year round.
Affectionately nicknamed 'The Green Lungs of Victoria', the wall boasts significant environmental benefits, such as improving the air quality for those working in and passing through the area and attracting much-needed wildlife such as bees, butterflies and birds. It is also London's largest living wall dedicated to reducing the risk of urban flooding, which is a challenge in the Victoria area, due to the low absorbency of urban surfaces. The wall will also be a tourist landmark, brightening the popular walk from Victoria station to the Royal residence.
In celebration of Victoria's impressive new feature, the Rubens at the Palace hotel has launched a Living Wall-inspired menu, designed to incorporate plants and flowers featured in the wall itself. The Rubens' new Garden Afternoon Tea includes a mouth-watering tea-stand of delicious morsels: wild strawberry cheesecake, honey cream and walnut financier, lavender cupcake, violet ganache and rose petal macaroon alongside the typical tasty finger sandwiches and fluffy white scones with thick cream and homemade jam. The new garden afternoon tea costs from £29.50 per person.
The bar team at the Rubens at the Palace have also been inspired, and will be serving delicious offerings of their own. A new cocktail menu has been designed, including the English Garden, featuring Bloom gin, elderflower, ginger ale, basil, strawberries and lemon and the Green Goddess packed with mint, lemon verbena, lime zest, Chase vodka and lemonade. The Living Wall-inspired cocktails will cost £11 each.
Given the height and scale of the wall, it graces not only the side wall of the Rubens, but also that of its five-star sister property Hotel 41 (www.41hotel.com), recently awarded Hotel of the Year 2013 by industry authority Caterer and Hotelkeeper, as well as above Victoria's vibrant cocktail and casual dining haunt Bbar and Restaurant (www.bbarlondon.com).
Malcolm Hendry, General Manager of the Rubens commented:
"The buzz about the Living Wall is palpable. People are stopping to admire it, take photos of it and generally wonder what it's all about. We wanted to bring some of that excitement through the doors of the hotels and the bar, so we have launched a complementary selection of afternoon tea cakes and cocktails so the wall is living and breathing inside the hotel and out.
"But the wall has a very serious purpose beyond just looking great - we're excited to be able to positively impact the people living and working in, as well as the huge amount of visitors passing through, this area by improving the air quality, attracting wildlife and reducing the risk of urban flooding."
For more information or to book an overnight stay, floral afternoon tea, or know where to come for a garden-inspired cocktail, please visit www.rubenshotel.com / www.41hotel.com / www.bbarlondon.com
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The Savoy And Exclusive Access To The Royal Opera House
The Savoy and the Royal Opera House have both played host to stars of stage and screen since the last century. Historically, legendary performers such as Nellie Melba and Maria Callas have chosen The Savoy as their home from home while gracing the stage of the Royal Opera House.
In celebration of the long-standing relationship between two such iconic London landmarks, The Savoy and the Royal Opera House introduce a series of inspiring experiences for guests looking to combine an evening at the ballet or opera with a stay in one of London's finest hotels.
A Stay at The Savoy and the World Premiere of Elizabeth presented by The Royal Ballet
Guests can combine a stay in a River View Suite with the unique opportunity to attend The Royal Ballet's world premiere of Elizabeth on 27 November 2013. The Silver Darling, a luxury river yacht moored at Savoy Pier, will transport guests to the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich for the performance, followed by a special dinner with the cast and artistic team in attendance.
The intimate evening of song, dance, drama and music, follows the life of Elizabeth through the lens of the men she loved and that loved her, supported and betrayed her. Royal Ballet Principal Zenaida Yanowsky and the award-winning actress Lindsay Duncan both star as Elizabeth, with Principal Guest Artist Carlos Acosta dancing the roles of her lovers, accompanied on stage by Raphael Wallfisch on cello and the voice of rising opera star baritone Duncan Rock.
• One-night stay at The Savoy in a River View Suite with breakfast.
• Fruit de Mer platter and glass of Champagne for two in Kaspar's Seafood Bar and Grill.
• Return river transfer to Greenwich on the Silver Darling luxury river yacht.
• Two tickets to The Royal Ballet's world premiere of Elizabeth with pre-performance reception and after show dinner with cast and artistic team.
Priced from £4900 including VAT and based on two people sharing a Junior River View Suite. Subject to availability up to 1 October 2013.
From Royal Suite to Royal Box
To coincide with the Royal Opera House's winter season performances of The Royal Ballet's Romeo and Juliet and The Nutcracker, The Savoy has announced a two-night stay in the Royal Suite with the chance to host a private cocktail reception for friends before heading off to an evening at the ballet enjoyed from the Royal Box. This exclusive package includes:
• Two-night stay for two people in the Royal Suite at The Savoy including breakfast (one night must coincide with performance dates).
• One-hour cocktail reception with glass of Champagne, glass of wine and canapés for up to ten guests in the Royal Suite on the afternoon of the performance.
• Pre performance backstage tour at the Royal Opera House with the opportunity to enjoy the curtain calls from on stage.• Ten Royal Box tickets and programmes for all guests.
• Seated dinner for up to ten guests in the Royal Retiring Room.• Personal Butler service for the entire evening at the Royal Opera House.
Priced from £28,050 and available on the following dates up to 31 October 2013: Tuesday 3 December: The Royal Ballet's Romeo and Juliet / Friday 6 December: The Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker / Saturday 14 December: The Nutcracker.
Festive Stay at The Savoy and Behind the Scenes at the Royal Opera House
The Savoy introduces a unique opportunity for parties of four to celebrate the festive season, with a one-night stay and tickets to The Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker or Jewels, or The Royal Opera's Carmen at the Royal Opera House. Guests will have the chance to go behind the scenes with a pre-performance backstage tour and will enjoy the performance from a private Grand Tier Box.
• One-night stay for four people in two Deluxe Rooms at The Savoy including breakfast.
• Private dinner at the Royal Opera House.• Pre-performance backstage tour.
• Tickets to the ballet for four people in a Grand Tier Box.
Priced from £5,095 for four and available on the following dates up to 30 November 2013: Thursday 12 December: The Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker / Saturday 21 December: The Royal Opera's Carmen / Tuesday 7 January: The Royal Ballet's Jewels.
In celebration of the long-standing relationship between two such iconic London landmarks, The Savoy and the Royal Opera House introduce a series of inspiring experiences for guests looking to combine an evening at the ballet or opera with a stay in one of London's finest hotels.
A Stay at The Savoy and the World Premiere of Elizabeth presented by The Royal Ballet
Guests can combine a stay in a River View Suite with the unique opportunity to attend The Royal Ballet's world premiere of Elizabeth on 27 November 2013. The Silver Darling, a luxury river yacht moored at Savoy Pier, will transport guests to the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich for the performance, followed by a special dinner with the cast and artistic team in attendance.
The intimate evening of song, dance, drama and music, follows the life of Elizabeth through the lens of the men she loved and that loved her, supported and betrayed her. Royal Ballet Principal Zenaida Yanowsky and the award-winning actress Lindsay Duncan both star as Elizabeth, with Principal Guest Artist Carlos Acosta dancing the roles of her lovers, accompanied on stage by Raphael Wallfisch on cello and the voice of rising opera star baritone Duncan Rock.
• One-night stay at The Savoy in a River View Suite with breakfast.
• Fruit de Mer platter and glass of Champagne for two in Kaspar's Seafood Bar and Grill.
• Return river transfer to Greenwich on the Silver Darling luxury river yacht.
• Two tickets to The Royal Ballet's world premiere of Elizabeth with pre-performance reception and after show dinner with cast and artistic team.
Priced from £4900 including VAT and based on two people sharing a Junior River View Suite. Subject to availability up to 1 October 2013.
From Royal Suite to Royal Box
To coincide with the Royal Opera House's winter season performances of The Royal Ballet's Romeo and Juliet and The Nutcracker, The Savoy has announced a two-night stay in the Royal Suite with the chance to host a private cocktail reception for friends before heading off to an evening at the ballet enjoyed from the Royal Box. This exclusive package includes:
• Two-night stay for two people in the Royal Suite at The Savoy including breakfast (one night must coincide with performance dates).
• One-hour cocktail reception with glass of Champagne, glass of wine and canapés for up to ten guests in the Royal Suite on the afternoon of the performance.
• Pre performance backstage tour at the Royal Opera House with the opportunity to enjoy the curtain calls from on stage.• Ten Royal Box tickets and programmes for all guests.
• Seated dinner for up to ten guests in the Royal Retiring Room.• Personal Butler service for the entire evening at the Royal Opera House.
Priced from £28,050 and available on the following dates up to 31 October 2013: Tuesday 3 December: The Royal Ballet's Romeo and Juliet / Friday 6 December: The Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker / Saturday 14 December: The Nutcracker.
Festive Stay at The Savoy and Behind the Scenes at the Royal Opera House
The Savoy introduces a unique opportunity for parties of four to celebrate the festive season, with a one-night stay and tickets to The Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker or Jewels, or The Royal Opera's Carmen at the Royal Opera House. Guests will have the chance to go behind the scenes with a pre-performance backstage tour and will enjoy the performance from a private Grand Tier Box.
• One-night stay for four people in two Deluxe Rooms at The Savoy including breakfast.
• Private dinner at the Royal Opera House.• Pre-performance backstage tour.
• Tickets to the ballet for four people in a Grand Tier Box.
Priced from £5,095 for four and available on the following dates up to 30 November 2013: Thursday 12 December: The Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker / Saturday 21 December: The Royal Opera's Carmen / Tuesday 7 January: The Royal Ballet's Jewels.
Bentley Launches Capsule Handbag Collection
Today Bentley Motors announces the launch of the Bentley Handbag Collection at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the world’s premier event for automotive enthusiasts and connoisseurs of culture. The launch marks the realisation of a project which is unique in the automotive industry, a reflection of the essential values for which Bentley is renowned worldwide: an exquisite design aesthetic, highly skilled craftsmanship, attention to detail and dynamic performance. The Bentley Handbag Collection transfers the functional luxury of our cars into an accessory that women can cherish.
Dr Ariane Reinhart, Member of the Bentley Board for HR, has spearheaded this star lifestyle venture to introduce more women to the brand and attract new female customers who share a passion for exclusive, high quality goods. “More than luxury vehicles, Bentley’s models today are capturing more and more women’s hearts through their elegant lines and flawless materials,” she comments. “As increasing numbers of women around the world enjoy greater professional success and economic status, so have they developed a taste for refined, exclusive products.”
The Collection features two distinct models – The Barnato and The Continental.
The Barnato is named after Diana Barnato, socialite daughter of Woolf Barnato, one of the original ‘Bentley Boys’ and chairman of the company. She was an experienced Bentley driver and an accomplished aviatrix. Diana was the first British woman to break the sound barrier and always portrayed both daring and glamour in equal measure.
The Continental is named for one of Bentley’s famed model lines, used on successive generations of Grand Tourers since 1952 and the underpinning of the brand’s current success since the two-door Continental GT coupe was launched in 2003.
Dr Reinhart adds: “Just as the Bentley Boys are our historical racing heroes, and an iconic part of the brand, today there is an emerging culture of confident and successful women, ‘Bentley Girls’, with the same adventurous spirit. We are creating this luxurious and stylish handbag series to appeal exclusively to these modern women.”
Bentley’s Head of Product Design, Daniele Ceccomori, has worked closely with renowned luxury leather bag designer and expert craftsman Vincent du Sartel to bring to life a wholly feminine interpretation of Bentley’s design concepts, highlighting the brand’s contemporary elements. “With the actual design of the handbags we wanted to create a strong link with some of the key features on our cars,” says Ceccomori.
“Starting with the exterior profile and volume, we have drawn inspiration from the iconic shape present on the rear aspect of the boot lid of the car; the split side panels echo the wing-shaped buttresses of the interior dashboard and help to enhance dynamism and elegance, allowing to play with different material and colour finishes, a classic Bentley bespoke feature.”
Inside, the handbags’ unique level of features and finishes are offered to evoke the same exact impression of when stepping inside a Bentley; they are exclusively lined all in fine leather with quilting features and functional compartments, including a waterproof pouch, elegantly blending core Bentley aesthetic values with everyday functionality and practicality, like a Bentley car.
Extensive attention has been dedicated to the execution of the details; the metal furniture with the typical knurled signature finish enhances luxury and the sense of craftsmanship unique only to the world of jewellery, in true Bentley style. To highlight the unique nature of the handbags each will contain a metal plaque that commemorates its individual number in the limited edition series, with the option to have this personalised to the owner and their car.
The Bentley Handbag Collection is available from October 2013. This limited edition collection comprises 160 bags globally, 80 of each style, in four colourways. This palette of options will be expanded in 2014 to include new models. Further information can be found at www.bentleyhandbagcollection.com
Prices
The Continental: From £3,800; $5,500; €4,500
The Barnato: From £4,800; $7,000; €5,500
Dr Ariane Reinhart, Member of the Bentley Board for HR, has spearheaded this star lifestyle venture to introduce more women to the brand and attract new female customers who share a passion for exclusive, high quality goods. “More than luxury vehicles, Bentley’s models today are capturing more and more women’s hearts through their elegant lines and flawless materials,” she comments. “As increasing numbers of women around the world enjoy greater professional success and economic status, so have they developed a taste for refined, exclusive products.”
The Collection features two distinct models – The Barnato and The Continental.
The Barnato is named after Diana Barnato, socialite daughter of Woolf Barnato, one of the original ‘Bentley Boys’ and chairman of the company. She was an experienced Bentley driver and an accomplished aviatrix. Diana was the first British woman to break the sound barrier and always portrayed both daring and glamour in equal measure.
The Continental is named for one of Bentley’s famed model lines, used on successive generations of Grand Tourers since 1952 and the underpinning of the brand’s current success since the two-door Continental GT coupe was launched in 2003.
Dr Reinhart adds: “Just as the Bentley Boys are our historical racing heroes, and an iconic part of the brand, today there is an emerging culture of confident and successful women, ‘Bentley Girls’, with the same adventurous spirit. We are creating this luxurious and stylish handbag series to appeal exclusively to these modern women.”
Bentley’s Head of Product Design, Daniele Ceccomori, has worked closely with renowned luxury leather bag designer and expert craftsman Vincent du Sartel to bring to life a wholly feminine interpretation of Bentley’s design concepts, highlighting the brand’s contemporary elements. “With the actual design of the handbags we wanted to create a strong link with some of the key features on our cars,” says Ceccomori.
“Starting with the exterior profile and volume, we have drawn inspiration from the iconic shape present on the rear aspect of the boot lid of the car; the split side panels echo the wing-shaped buttresses of the interior dashboard and help to enhance dynamism and elegance, allowing to play with different material and colour finishes, a classic Bentley bespoke feature.”
Inside, the handbags’ unique level of features and finishes are offered to evoke the same exact impression of when stepping inside a Bentley; they are exclusively lined all in fine leather with quilting features and functional compartments, including a waterproof pouch, elegantly blending core Bentley aesthetic values with everyday functionality and practicality, like a Bentley car.
Extensive attention has been dedicated to the execution of the details; the metal furniture with the typical knurled signature finish enhances luxury and the sense of craftsmanship unique only to the world of jewellery, in true Bentley style. To highlight the unique nature of the handbags each will contain a metal plaque that commemorates its individual number in the limited edition series, with the option to have this personalised to the owner and their car.
The Bentley Handbag Collection is available from October 2013. This limited edition collection comprises 160 bags globally, 80 of each style, in four colourways. This palette of options will be expanded in 2014 to include new models. Further information can be found at www.bentleyhandbagcollection.com
Prices
The Continental: From £3,800; $5,500; €4,500
The Barnato: From £4,800; $7,000; €5,500
Bentley to bring style inside.
Bentley is delighted to announce a partnership with Club House Italia for the development of its new Bentley Home Collection. This exclusive collection of furniture and homeware will combine the finest quality craftsmanship with exquisite modern design and the luxury finishes which underlie Bentley's renowned global brand. The state-of-the-art collection will combine traditional elements in contemporary contexts to enhance today's residential, commercial and executive office interiors.
Stefan Buescher, Director of Product and Marketing, Bentley Motors, said: For more than 90 years Bentley has produced the world’s finest hand-crafted car interiors – now we are making our approach to luxury available to people’s homes and offices.”
Club House Italia - which furnishes the finest homes, boardrooms, apartments, hotels, yachts and private jets - will reflect Bentley's elegant, prestigious and recognisable style in the creation of a range of furniture that combines the highest attention to detail with the finest aesthetic sensibility.
The essence of Club House Italia is expressing the style of desire, giving a shape to luxury through a contemporary art made up of talent, sensitivity and expertise. Combined with Bentley’s legendary style and exquisite craftsmanship, the partnership will offer rare examples of elegance and fine finishes, using the world’s most beautiful materials to bring out unique elements of character and craftsmanship.
Alberto Vignatelli, the chairman and CEO of Club House Italia, commented: “The collaboration with Bentley will be the perfect union between home collection know-how, high style and fine attention to detail.
“It will guarantee the creation of a haute couture home collection made for a sophisticated and exclusive lifestyle which will appeal to discerning customers who value modern luxury and exquisite craftsmanship.”
The new Bentley Home collection will combine the traditional elan of the British driver's spirit with a new modern English twist, an approach so superbly articulated in the Bentley suite at the St Regis hotel, New York. There, the combination of traditional and modern reaches a new dimension in the use of leather, precious wood veneers, steel, wool, silk and glass throughout the suite, and the distinctive quality of each object mirrors that of a Bentley model's performance and luxury core elements.
Lindsay Weaver, director of licensing and branded goods, Bentley motors, commented: “We’re delighted to be partnering with Club House Italia on this exciting new approach to luxury. Both brands have a strong belief in design and share an unrivalled attention to detail – our products will be exquisite.”
The recent Milan Furniture fair provided the backdrop for a special preview of a small selection of items leading to the full collection launch at the Maison et Object International show in Paris, January 2014.
Stefan Buescher, Director of Product and Marketing, Bentley Motors, said: For more than 90 years Bentley has produced the world’s finest hand-crafted car interiors – now we are making our approach to luxury available to people’s homes and offices.”
Club House Italia - which furnishes the finest homes, boardrooms, apartments, hotels, yachts and private jets - will reflect Bentley's elegant, prestigious and recognisable style in the creation of a range of furniture that combines the highest attention to detail with the finest aesthetic sensibility.
The essence of Club House Italia is expressing the style of desire, giving a shape to luxury through a contemporary art made up of talent, sensitivity and expertise. Combined with Bentley’s legendary style and exquisite craftsmanship, the partnership will offer rare examples of elegance and fine finishes, using the world’s most beautiful materials to bring out unique elements of character and craftsmanship.
Alberto Vignatelli, the chairman and CEO of Club House Italia, commented: “The collaboration with Bentley will be the perfect union between home collection know-how, high style and fine attention to detail.
“It will guarantee the creation of a haute couture home collection made for a sophisticated and exclusive lifestyle which will appeal to discerning customers who value modern luxury and exquisite craftsmanship.”
The new Bentley Home collection will combine the traditional elan of the British driver's spirit with a new modern English twist, an approach so superbly articulated in the Bentley suite at the St Regis hotel, New York. There, the combination of traditional and modern reaches a new dimension in the use of leather, precious wood veneers, steel, wool, silk and glass throughout the suite, and the distinctive quality of each object mirrors that of a Bentley model's performance and luxury core elements.
Lindsay Weaver, director of licensing and branded goods, Bentley motors, commented: “We’re delighted to be partnering with Club House Italia on this exciting new approach to luxury. Both brands have a strong belief in design and share an unrivalled attention to detail – our products will be exquisite.”
The recent Milan Furniture fair provided the backdrop for a special preview of a small selection of items leading to the full collection launch at the Maison et Object International show in Paris, January 2014.
Are These The Best Villas In The World?
Mustique... a name synonymous with luxury, glamour, sophistication and prestige, is a Caribbean jewel offering some of the finest villas in one of the most stunning settings in the world. No expense has been spared in the design, concept and decoration of these exquisite properties...
Opium - A unique and peaceful oasis of calm offering a melting pot of Oriental, African and Balinese influences, this magnificent villa boasts 2 swimming pools, tented dining areas, a gym, home cinema, games room and even a roof tower, ideal for sunset cocktails. From £415 per person per night based on 10 sharing on a room only basis, incl 6 staff and 3 private vehicles.
Hummingbird - A contemporary spectacle designed by renowned Italian architect Paulo Piva, both drama and unrivalled privacy abound in this 8 acre retreat. There are en suite seven bedrooms one with a private spa rock pool, a state of the art media room, games arcade and fitness room and 2 vast swimming pools for the guests enjoyment. From £382 per person per night based on 10 sharing on a room only basis, incl 3 staff and 3 private vehicles.
Yemanja - A glorious villa with an open air vibe, sleeping up to 32 in a magnificent array of bedrooms and guest cottages spread throughout an awe-inspiring 19,000 sq ft. The villa is situated just 300 ft above the sea, in its own 7 acres of lush tropical gardens and boasts three swimming pools, a tennis court, a children's 'cottage', media room and a household staff of 8. From £124 per person per night based on 16 adults sharing and £28 per child per night for a 7 night stay .
Plantation House - A phenomenally elegant 6 bedroom Caribbean plantation style villa, boasting 270 degree views from its' perch high on Mustique's southernmost hillside. The 60 foot swimming pool overlooks two of the islands' loveliest bays and the pared back sophistication of this vision in white offers a uniquely luxurious villa experience. From £286 per person per night based on 10 adults sharing on a room only basis and including 6 staff, 1 jeep and 1 mule.
International flights from London to Barbados are available from £520 per person return and the domestic flight transfers from Barbados to Mustique cost £350 per adult and £270 per child for the round trip.
For further information and reservations please call The Mustique Company UK Office on +44 207 201 6831 or visit www.mustique-island.com
Opium - A unique and peaceful oasis of calm offering a melting pot of Oriental, African and Balinese influences, this magnificent villa boasts 2 swimming pools, tented dining areas, a gym, home cinema, games room and even a roof tower, ideal for sunset cocktails. From £415 per person per night based on 10 sharing on a room only basis, incl 6 staff and 3 private vehicles.
Hummingbird - A contemporary spectacle designed by renowned Italian architect Paulo Piva, both drama and unrivalled privacy abound in this 8 acre retreat. There are en suite seven bedrooms one with a private spa rock pool, a state of the art media room, games arcade and fitness room and 2 vast swimming pools for the guests enjoyment. From £382 per person per night based on 10 sharing on a room only basis, incl 3 staff and 3 private vehicles.
Yemanja - A glorious villa with an open air vibe, sleeping up to 32 in a magnificent array of bedrooms and guest cottages spread throughout an awe-inspiring 19,000 sq ft. The villa is situated just 300 ft above the sea, in its own 7 acres of lush tropical gardens and boasts three swimming pools, a tennis court, a children's 'cottage', media room and a household staff of 8. From £124 per person per night based on 16 adults sharing and £28 per child per night for a 7 night stay .
Plantation House - A phenomenally elegant 6 bedroom Caribbean plantation style villa, boasting 270 degree views from its' perch high on Mustique's southernmost hillside. The 60 foot swimming pool overlooks two of the islands' loveliest bays and the pared back sophistication of this vision in white offers a uniquely luxurious villa experience. From £286 per person per night based on 10 adults sharing on a room only basis and including 6 staff, 1 jeep and 1 mule.
International flights from London to Barbados are available from £520 per person return and the domestic flight transfers from Barbados to Mustique cost £350 per adult and £270 per child for the round trip.
For further information and reservations please call The Mustique Company UK Office on +44 207 201 6831 or visit www.mustique-island.com
Gucci Goes Sustainable: New Handbag Line Made With Leather From Rainforest Alliance CertifiedTM Ranches
The world's first leather products made using leather from Rainforest Alliance Certified ranches
Today marks a significant milestone in the fashion industry with the launch of the world's first products made using leather from Rainforest Alliance Certified ranches; a bag line in collaboration with Gucci -- the renowned Italian fashion house -- and Livia Firth -- creator of The Green Carpet Challenge that pairs glamour and ethics to raise the profile of sustainable style. The bags are crafted using sustainably produced leather sourced from ranches in the Brazilian Amazon that have earned the Rainforest Alliance Certified seal of approval.
"Agricultural conversion for cattle production is the leading cause of deforestation in the Amazon," said Sabrina Vigilante, director of Strategic Initiatives at the Rainforest Alliance. "Gucci's new line sets a shining example in the fashion industry, demonstrating that leather can be produced in a way that benefits the environment and farming communities, while promoting the humane treatment of livestock."
The leather used in Gucci's line of bags was sourced from Fazendas São Marcelo Ltda., a group of four ranches located in the Mato Grosso state in western Brazil. The ranches cover a total area of 79,000 acres (32,000 hectares) including a 32,000-acre (13,000-hectare) reserve in the Amazon. Certification ensures the ranches curb deforestation, protect wildlife habitat, provide ethical treatment to livestock and promote the rights and wellbeing of ranch workers.
"This new line of Gucci for the Green Carpet Challenge bags connects consumers with rainforest conservation and best practices of cattle production in Brazil," said Mauricio Voivodic, manager of agricultural certification at Imaflora, the Rainforest Alliance's partner organisation in Brazil that conducted the ranch audit. "This is a very important step and demonstrates that a responsible value chain is possible for the cattle sector."
"The majority of deforested areas in Brazil are used for cattle ranching," said Nathalie Walker of the National Wildlife Federation, the NGO that conceptualised this collaboration and verified the bags' extensive chain of custody. "Without incentives to protect forests, long-term forest conservation cannot be assured. Certification can offer a benefit for ranchers and encourage the protection of forests and improved management of ranch land."
The new Gucci for the Green Carpet Challenge Handbag Collection, is offered in select Gucci flagship stores worldwide and online in the US and Europe via Gucci.com. This announcement reflects growing consumer demand for sustainability and traceability. The handbags are also the first products to feature the Green Carpet Challenge Brand Mark.
"Our new sustainable bag line addresses consumer demand for sustainability, while perfectly matching Gucci's exacting style standards" said Rossella Ravagli, Head of CSR and Sustainability at Gucci. "This launch proves that the fashion industry can be a force for good through directly addressing a fundamental environmental issue."
Today marks a significant milestone in the fashion industry with the launch of the world's first products made using leather from Rainforest Alliance Certified ranches; a bag line in collaboration with Gucci -- the renowned Italian fashion house -- and Livia Firth -- creator of The Green Carpet Challenge that pairs glamour and ethics to raise the profile of sustainable style. The bags are crafted using sustainably produced leather sourced from ranches in the Brazilian Amazon that have earned the Rainforest Alliance Certified seal of approval.
"Agricultural conversion for cattle production is the leading cause of deforestation in the Amazon," said Sabrina Vigilante, director of Strategic Initiatives at the Rainforest Alliance. "Gucci's new line sets a shining example in the fashion industry, demonstrating that leather can be produced in a way that benefits the environment and farming communities, while promoting the humane treatment of livestock."
The leather used in Gucci's line of bags was sourced from Fazendas São Marcelo Ltda., a group of four ranches located in the Mato Grosso state in western Brazil. The ranches cover a total area of 79,000 acres (32,000 hectares) including a 32,000-acre (13,000-hectare) reserve in the Amazon. Certification ensures the ranches curb deforestation, protect wildlife habitat, provide ethical treatment to livestock and promote the rights and wellbeing of ranch workers.
"This new line of Gucci for the Green Carpet Challenge bags connects consumers with rainforest conservation and best practices of cattle production in Brazil," said Mauricio Voivodic, manager of agricultural certification at Imaflora, the Rainforest Alliance's partner organisation in Brazil that conducted the ranch audit. "This is a very important step and demonstrates that a responsible value chain is possible for the cattle sector."
"The majority of deforested areas in Brazil are used for cattle ranching," said Nathalie Walker of the National Wildlife Federation, the NGO that conceptualised this collaboration and verified the bags' extensive chain of custody. "Without incentives to protect forests, long-term forest conservation cannot be assured. Certification can offer a benefit for ranchers and encourage the protection of forests and improved management of ranch land."
The new Gucci for the Green Carpet Challenge Handbag Collection, is offered in select Gucci flagship stores worldwide and online in the US and Europe via Gucci.com. This announcement reflects growing consumer demand for sustainability and traceability. The handbags are also the first products to feature the Green Carpet Challenge Brand Mark.
"Our new sustainable bag line addresses consumer demand for sustainability, while perfectly matching Gucci's exacting style standards" said Rossella Ravagli, Head of CSR and Sustainability at Gucci. "This launch proves that the fashion industry can be a force for good through directly addressing a fundamental environmental issue."
Brikk™ Introduces High-End Line Of Luxury Solid Gold And Platinum Cases For The iPhone 5
Proceeds From Sales to Fund Humanitarian Aid Efforts; Challenges Other Brands to Adopt Permanent 'Profit for Philanthropy' Model
Brikk (http://www.brikk.com), design and branding pioneers, today announced the launch of their product line of high-end, pure gold and platinum cases for the iPhone 5. Called the Haven™, the collection launches with three models crafted from gold and one model from platinum for the luxury market. The Haven is available in solid pink gold, yellow gold or platinum and ranges from $11,610-14,235. Each Haven sold will fund one metric ton of rice distributed by various NGOs.
The Haven is handmade by some of the most skilled artisans in the world. As it is made of solid gold or platinum its color and finish does not wear-off as with other plated cases and iPhones on the market. Each gold model features over 75 grams of gold; the platinum model features over 100 grams of platinum. Customized versions with diamonds and other precious stones are also available.
Targeted to the consumer seeking premium, luxury mobile phone accessories, the Haven is available directly from Brikk in Los Angeles or through their website. Additional product rollout in New York, London, Paris and Tokyo will follow.
Brikk's "profit for philanthropy" model funnels proceeds to assist populations around the world suffering from hunger. For each product sold, a specific amount of rice is allocated and distributed to those in need through select NGOs to areas in need such as Somalia and the Sahel. Brikk's dream is simple: for other luxury brands to adopt a permanent "profit for philanthropy" model.
About Brikk
Brikk designs and manufactures couture products and accessories for the technology, lifestyle, and fashion industries. The materials and processes utilized at Brikk are more commonly applied to scientific purposes such as space travel and exploration. Rarely, if ever, have they been used for the consumer market. A percentage of the proceeds from each sale of a Brikk product are directly given to humanitarian aid in the form of rice. A vision of CEO Cyrus Blacksmith, a designer of ruggedized computer systems and hi-tech media installations, Brikk's team consists of elite experts in Industrial Design, Engineering, Physics, Marketing and Distribution. Brikk is headquartered in Los Angeles where all products are manufactured, with offices in Germany.
Brikk (http://www.brikk.com), design and branding pioneers, today announced the launch of their product line of high-end, pure gold and platinum cases for the iPhone 5. Called the Haven™, the collection launches with three models crafted from gold and one model from platinum for the luxury market. The Haven is available in solid pink gold, yellow gold or platinum and ranges from $11,610-14,235. Each Haven sold will fund one metric ton of rice distributed by various NGOs.
The Haven is handmade by some of the most skilled artisans in the world. As it is made of solid gold or platinum its color and finish does not wear-off as with other plated cases and iPhones on the market. Each gold model features over 75 grams of gold; the platinum model features over 100 grams of platinum. Customized versions with diamonds and other precious stones are also available.
Targeted to the consumer seeking premium, luxury mobile phone accessories, the Haven is available directly from Brikk in Los Angeles or through their website. Additional product rollout in New York, London, Paris and Tokyo will follow.
Brikk's "profit for philanthropy" model funnels proceeds to assist populations around the world suffering from hunger. For each product sold, a specific amount of rice is allocated and distributed to those in need through select NGOs to areas in need such as Somalia and the Sahel. Brikk's dream is simple: for other luxury brands to adopt a permanent "profit for philanthropy" model.
About Brikk
Brikk designs and manufactures couture products and accessories for the technology, lifestyle, and fashion industries. The materials and processes utilized at Brikk are more commonly applied to scientific purposes such as space travel and exploration. Rarely, if ever, have they been used for the consumer market. A percentage of the proceeds from each sale of a Brikk product are directly given to humanitarian aid in the form of rice. A vision of CEO Cyrus Blacksmith, a designer of ruggedized computer systems and hi-tech media installations, Brikk's team consists of elite experts in Industrial Design, Engineering, Physics, Marketing and Distribution. Brikk is headquartered in Los Angeles where all products are manufactured, with offices in Germany.
- Lalique creates the first limited edition crystal flacon for Bentley
- A fragrance collection of luxury scents for men
- Unique artwork reflects dynamism of Bentley design
Lindsay Weaver, Director of Licensing at Bentley Motors, comments: “This collaboration has allowed the transposition of Bentley brand core attributes into luxury fragrance.”
‘Lalique for Bentley Crystal Edition’
“Bentley and Lalique have a similar history. Both companies were founded almost 100 years ago. Both stand for craftsmanship and tradition, but also for luxury, lifestyle and innovation. To create a fragrance together is to capture the essence of our skills and our vision in a bottle,” says Silvio Denz, CEO of Lalique.
The collaboration between Bentley and Art & Fragrance, owner of Lalique, creates the bespoke ‘Lalique for Bentley Crystal Edition’, an impressive crystal flacon with the legendary ‘Flying B’ Bentley mascot. Finely wrought in gleaming crystal, the dynamic styling of its wings epitomises timeless beauty.
Daniele Ceccomori, Bentley Designer, says: “The crystal edition is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, reflecting the unrivalled luxury and elegant values of both Bentley and Lalique. Just as the ‘Flying B’ sits gracefully on the front of our flagship Mulsanne model, we wanted to communicate the same importance with the preciousness of the crystal artwork and the uniqueness of the essence treasured by its delicate flacon”.
The eau de parfum itself, composed by Mylène Alran, from the French perfume house Robertet, is a fitting elixir of fine woody notes and exquisite leather to complement the epicentres of excellence within Bentley’s craftsmanship. Further, precious orris butter accord enriches the scent to create a sensual and charismatic character. The ‘Lalique for Bentley Crystal Edition’ showcases the finest glassmaking expertise and is limited to only 999 pieces, available at a number of carefully selected retailers from April 2013.
‘Bentley for Men’ and ‘Intense’ range
The ‘Bentley for Men’ and the high-impact ‘Bentley for Men Intense’ fragrances are created by top French perfumer Nathalie Lorson, from the perfume house Firmenich. She has skilfully transformed the quintessence of the luxury automotive brand Bentley into a superb and unmistakeable fragrance experience. To do so, the finest perfume raw ingredients have been used, including those must-haves for Bentley’s debut fragrance, fine wood and leather notes.
“I chose cedar because of its powerful unadulterated scent and patchouli for its sensual depth and natural elegance,” explains Nathalie.
The ‘Intense’ version will take these notes to another level by infusing the rich scent with aromatic African geranium. The bottle design echoes the luxury of the cars with an elegant symmetrical shape, striking appeal and a knurled ring around the top. Both captivating Bentley fragrances will be available at selected perfumeries and department stores from April 2013.
Price for the ‘Lalique for Bentley Crystal Edition’:
Eau de Parfum £3,000 / €3,500 / 40 ml
Price list for the ‘Bentley for Men’ product range:
Eau de Toilette £43 / €59 / 60 ml
Eau de Toilette £59.50 / €79 / 100 ml
Intense Eau de Parfum £69.50 / €87 / 100 ml
After Shave Balm £32 / €50 / 100 ml
Hair & Body Shampoo £24 / €27 / 200 ml
Celebrities Lit Up The Red Carpet Wearing Van Cleef & Arpels At The 70th Annual Golden Globe® Awards
Van Cleef & Arpels sparkled on the red carpet at the 70th Annual Golden Globe® Awards held last night at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills. The stars who chose jewels from the famed French jewellery House include the following:
Catherine Zeta Jones, a presenter, was shining in a Jenny Packham design. Her Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • "Majestueux" earrings featuring round, pear-shaped, heart-shaped, emerald-cut, marquise-cut and radiant-cut diamonds set in platinum - from the Bals de Légende Collection
• "Art Deco" bracelet featuring baguette and square-cut diamonds set in platinum - from the Van Cleef & Arpels Private Collection
Jeremy Renner, a presenter, was sleek in Dior Homme. His Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • "Pierre Arpels" 42 mm timepiece in 18K white gold on an alligator strap - from the Pierre Arpels Collection
Adele, the winner of Best Original Song - Motion Picture for her work in "Skyfall". Her Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • 1971 "Estate" earrings featuring diamonds set in 18K yellow gold - from the Heritage Collection
Sienna Miller, a nominee for Best Performance by an Actress in a Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television for her work on HBO's "The Girl", was stunning in Erdem. Her Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • "Fleurette" earstuds featuring diamonds set in18K white gold - from the Fleurette Collection
Isla Fisher, a presenter, was shining in Reem Acra. Her Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • "Palmyre" 3-row bracelet featuring diamonds set in 18K white gold - from the Palmyre Collection
• "Galuchat" bracelet featuring round diamonds set in platinum - from the Lines Collection
• Diamond bracelet set in platinum - from the Van Cleef & Arpels Private Collection
• "Dentelle" ring featuring diamonds set in 18K white gold - from the Dentelle Collection
Photo credits :
Catherine Zeta Jones - Van Cleef & Arpels - Photo by Handout - Getty Images Adele - Van Cleef & Arpels - Photo by Jeff Vespa - Getty Images Sienna Miller - Van Cleef & Arpels - Photo by Jeff Vespa - Getty Images Isla Fisher - Van Cleef & Arpels - Photo by Michael Kovac - Getty Images
Catherine Zeta Jones, a presenter, was shining in a Jenny Packham design. Her Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • "Majestueux" earrings featuring round, pear-shaped, heart-shaped, emerald-cut, marquise-cut and radiant-cut diamonds set in platinum - from the Bals de Légende Collection
• "Art Deco" bracelet featuring baguette and square-cut diamonds set in platinum - from the Van Cleef & Arpels Private Collection
Jeremy Renner, a presenter, was sleek in Dior Homme. His Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • "Pierre Arpels" 42 mm timepiece in 18K white gold on an alligator strap - from the Pierre Arpels Collection
Adele, the winner of Best Original Song - Motion Picture for her work in "Skyfall". Her Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • 1971 "Estate" earrings featuring diamonds set in 18K yellow gold - from the Heritage Collection
Sienna Miller, a nominee for Best Performance by an Actress in a Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television for her work on HBO's "The Girl", was stunning in Erdem. Her Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • "Fleurette" earstuds featuring diamonds set in18K white gold - from the Fleurette Collection
Isla Fisher, a presenter, was shining in Reem Acra. Her Van Cleef & Arpels selection included: • "Palmyre" 3-row bracelet featuring diamonds set in 18K white gold - from the Palmyre Collection
• "Galuchat" bracelet featuring round diamonds set in platinum - from the Lines Collection
• Diamond bracelet set in platinum - from the Van Cleef & Arpels Private Collection
• "Dentelle" ring featuring diamonds set in 18K white gold - from the Dentelle Collection
Photo credits :
Catherine Zeta Jones - Van Cleef & Arpels - Photo by Handout - Getty Images Adele - Van Cleef & Arpels - Photo by Jeff Vespa - Getty Images Sienna Miller - Van Cleef & Arpels - Photo by Jeff Vespa - Getty Images Isla Fisher - Van Cleef & Arpels - Photo by Michael Kovac - Getty Images