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By ASHOK SOMAN After 54 stylish years in Hong Kong, fashion retailer The Swank comes to Beijing with its flagship Mainland China store. Representing more than 50 international fashion brands, the entry of The Swank into the heart of the China market will be welcome news for local label… For the full entry along with photos, visit Luxury-insider.com Current Affairs - The Daily Luxury News Blog

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Swanking It Up, Beijing Style

If I had a lake, for one, I hope it would be prettier than this picture, and for two, I think I would go more with a Triton or legendary animals theme instead of the Lady Of the Lake .  Brought to you by Garden Of England Bronze Sculptures, this Lady Of the Lake sculpture would make a perfect centerpiece in your lake, or as a conversation starter, that you paid $21,500 for.  Master sculptor Gavin Haslup has brought the legend of King Arthur’s Lady Of the Water to life, and now you can as well.

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Gavin Haslup’s Lady Of the Water Sculpture

By ASHOK SOMAN The secrets of luxury will be revealed in Hong Kong at what has been billed as a celebration of art de vivre. Organized by Hongkong Land as its inaugural stylish living event, boutique boulevard: So Chic, So Central kicks off May 15 and lasts till the end of the month…

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Boulevard of Dreams

I guess the rumor that singer Mariah Carey was going to make a bid on the $125 million Beverly Hills mansion Fleur De Lys was just that, as Carey has purchased Farrah Fawcett’s old estate for a mere $7 million , down $2.5 million from the original asking price.

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Mariah Carey Buys Farrah Fawcett Estate

Normal 0 By LAWRENCE TAN Armani Casa, the furnishings arm of fashion powerhouse Giorgio Armani have teamed up with respected Italian furniture maker Dada for a line of minimalist kitchen called the Calyx, unveiled at the Milan Furniture Fair. Dubbed the “disappearing… For the full entry along with photos, visit Luxury-insider.com Current Affairs - The Daily Luxury News Blog.

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Armani Casa Makes The Kitchen Disappear

The Aquada Car could just be what all James Bond enthusiasts have been dreaming of. A genuine car that will convert to a boat in a blistering 12 seconds.

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Aquada Car

By ASHOK SOMAN Swiss luxury watch brand Hublot arrived in Hong Kong with its first boutique in April 2009.

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Hublot Touches Down in Hong Kong

Thai jewelry designer Riwin Jirapolsek has recently created a $4.2 million dog tiara for his 15-year-old male Maltese.  Yes, you heard me right.  Oh, and did I mention that the stones he used to adorn the tiara were a gift from his mother? Jirapolsek created the tiara using titanium, and 250 carats of emeralds and diamonds.  I suppose the luxury market is now going to the dogs…

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$4.2 Million Dog Tiara

Eddie Murphy’s ex-wife Nicole hasn’t been able to make up her mind if she wants to sell her Calabasas area estate.  The Oaks property has been on the luxury realty market and off since 2007, and it looks like it’s back on again. The Spanish-hacienda-style home features beautiful high ceilings, crown molding throughout, amazing windows, terra cotta flooring and a spacious wine cellar.  In the past this southern California home has been listed as high as $9.995 million, we’re now seeing this luxury home at $8.495 million .

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Nicole Murphy Puts Calabasas Estate On the Market, Again

By RACHEL TAN It is the most compatible marriage. This year’s World Gourmet Summit match makes meat connoisseur Laurent Pillard with The Prime Society, the fine dining restaurant which boasts only the finest meat products in its menu. Based in Las Vegas, Chef Laurent Pillard is…

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An Afternoon with Chef Laurent Pillard