Tag: Luxury

Suit Yourself: How to Look Like a Million Bucks (for Quite a Bit Less)

Most people need at least two suits to cover interviews, weddings, semi-formal events, parties, and funerals. Office workers may need at least double that number, to put into rotation. Budget plays a large factor, of course, but the reality is that for some professions and workplaces, a suit is the expected uniform. Because an ill-fitting…


Elegant Villa Le Magnolie Is for Sale on the Italian Riviera

Overlooking the historic seaside town of Rapallo, Villa Le Magnolie is a private, secluded world with views of Portofino on the Italian Riviera. This elegant villa sits at the end of a sweeping drive that terminates at the grand entrance façade of the main house, which is enveloped in fabulous Mediterranean gardens. The 18th-century villa…


Curtain Time! A Guide to Enjoying Your Opera Experience to the Fullest

Attending a live performance of the opera is a feast for all the senses, as you take in the sights and sounds of the performers, the orchestra, and the other guests around you. What to Expect The opera is an exciting, interactive experience during which the guests and performers can see and hear each other….


General Motors Reveals Luxury Personal Self-Driving Electric Cadillac

General Motors (GM) unveiled a new personal self-driving electric concept car from its luxury brand Cadillac on Wednesday, while the company’s CEO said she anticipates introducing a personal autonomous vehicle “as soon as the middle of the decade.” The electric vehicle, part of Cadillac’s Halo Concept Portfolio, was revealed during the CES technology show in Las Vegas…


A Roaring ‘20s Bel-Air Estate Lists for $43 Million

620 Siena Way is an iconic Bel-Air property designed by the original owner, Los Angeles contractor Arthur S. Bent, and the famous American architect Gordon Kaufmann. Built in 1926, it was one of the first properties in Bel Air, an English Tudor estate with more than an acre of lush nature surrounding it. This trophy…


Bespoke Baubles: The Ultimate in Jewelry

While today there is an ever-increasing array of jewelry designs available, having the only one in the world of a ring, bracelet, or necklace holds huge appeal. There are two ways to approach this: One is to purchase a pre-made custom piece from a designer who creates their own one-of-a-kind designs. The other option is…


No-Stress Pets Are Ideal for Home and Office

Center of Attention Vepotek Cylinder Aquarium $2,499 Standing almost six feet tall, this unique cylindrical 78-gallon tank provides an exceptional view of its fish from all angles. The view gets better after dark, with blue, purple, and white LED lighting. The acrylic tank and ABS plastic stand are compatible with both fresh and saltwater species…


A Scottish Architectural Gem: Careston Castle

For the first time in more than a century, Careston Castle, one of Scotland’s most famous estates, is on the market for $3,863,467 (2,900,000 pounds). This historic manor, which has elements dating from the 13th century, has been meticulously restored and maintained as a cherished family home for decades. Situated in the heart of the…


Tranquility Awaits in this Sprawling Estate in California’s Santa Ynez Valley

A sprawling 60-acre Santa Ynez Valley estate in the heart of Southern California’s Santa Barbara County is the ideal domain for someone who has a laid-back, but dignified lifestyle. Situated in the fertile Santa Ynez Valley at the foot of the San Rafael Mountains, 4801 Baseline offers classic Mediterranean aesthetics and country charm galore. Listed…


An Equestrian Haven Is for Sale in South Africa’s Franschhoek Valley

The Val du Lac estate sits in a fertile valley protected by stunning mountains, and the pristine nature preserves of South Africa’s Western Cape region. This equestrian’s dream occupies over 24 hectares (60 acres) of the vineyard-lined Franschhoek Valley, just 40 minutes from the center of Cape Town. The estate features two expansive homes with…