Jewelry

“K” Signet Pinkie Ring

09.Oct.2009

Wearing

K Signet Pinkie RingSo I listen to too much Jay-Z.

Months ago, I had a pinkie ring planned: a white gold square up to my little knuckle, with a “K” lightly hand-etched on.

And then I saw this photo of Coco Chanel.

Of course…



Gerd Rothmann “Signet” Ring

09.Oct.2009

Wanting

Gerd Rothmann Signet RingHow simply choice is a thumbprint replacing a family crest on a signet ring? But since this ring is pimped by a gallery, I wonder: is this Gerd Rothmann “Signet” ring a statement about vain individuality replacing tribal pride? Or is fingerprinting a “signet” ring — which were traditionally used to authenticate official documents — a wink at how privacy and security have dissolved? Or –

Could any other blog post better illustrate that I have a bachelors degree in Pseudo-Intellectual Masturbating?

Let’s discuss…



IWJG Trade Show in Vegas

15.Sep.2009

Going

IWJG Trade Show in VegasThe International Watch & Jewelry Guild (IWJG) trade show crams millions of dollars worth of merch in a Vegas Hilton conference room roamed by guard dogs at night. A IWJG member has to vouch for you — photo ID, please — before you can see loose diamonds rolled up in tissue paper, watch vintage Pateks replace cash as currency, and hear friendly haggling set market prices.

The veneer of the bling business is stripped away, and you’re left with the soul of what most people would sell their souls for.

No one at the IWJG would, though.

But they will cut you a deal on a Paul Newman Rolex Daytona…



Power Plates K Is…

04.Jun.2009
PowerPlate Pro 5

Wanting: Pre-Owned Power Plates

Power Plates are amazing vibrators that get your entire body hot. Power Plates use whole body vibration to contract muscles 30-50 times per second. If you stand on the machine for 10 minutes a day, three times a week, you’ll improve bone density, increase your overall health, and lose weight. Because you’ll also become richer and younger and have a bigger penis, the machines sell for five figures. Check Craigslist to buy a used Power Plate for about $5,000…

PowerPlate Blue Clay Fitness

Using: A Gym with a Power Plate

Power Plates are a luxury — not because of their price tag, but because of the time they’ll save you. Blue Clay Fitness gyms offer Plower Plate training, and you can get your first Power Plate training session for free. I just signed up for a free Power Plate session, so I can test one out. Find a Power Plate in your area

PowerPlate my5

Hating: Power Plate by Kenzo Takada

Power Plate my5 is chicked up, thanks to designer Kenzo Takada. Wince at the color, wince at the $2,000 premium. Let’s also stick a Hello Kitty decal on my Porsche and pretend that makes it faster…



McCaul Goldsmiths Earrings K Is…

12.May.2009
McCaul Goldsmiths Forged 18 Carat Gold and Pave Diamond Earrings

Wanting.

Until recently, the only jewelry I owned was a medical alert bracelet and a custom “K” initial necklace. But I adore McCaul Goldsmiths earrings — he hits that balance of interesting, without sacrificing elegance. If you missed Mother’s Day, gift her these and mom will forget that you forgot, too…

McCaul Goldsmiths Forged 18 Carat Gold and Pave Diamonds Earrings

Wearing.

I love these McCaul Goldsmiths earrings — they’re simple swirls of gold, tipped with tiny diamonds. Jewelry as choice as this is best worn naked, padding around your pad…

McCaul Goldsmiths Forged 18 Carat Gold with Green Tourmaline Drops

Hating.

McCaul Goldsmiths earrings are so good that his least gorgeous design would be another designer’s best success…



Alejandro Ingelmo Shoes on Sale K Is…

11.May.2009
Alejandro Ingelmo Shoes on Sale Mitra

Wanting.

Private sales site Gilt.com is blowing out Alejandro Ingelmo shoes today. Maybe I’ve caught sales fever, but I love these black Alejandro Ingelmo shoes on sale. A stilettoed maryjane always vibes buttoned-up sex…

Alejandro Ingelmo Shoes on Sale Lucia

Wearing.

These nude Alejandro Ingelmo shoes on sale beat any basic black pump: nude flows with everything, snakeskin’s always choice, and skin-tone platform pumps stretch your legs long…

Alejandro Ingelmo Shoes on Sale Pistola

Hating.

I know these Alejandro Ingelmo shoes are on sale. But a peep-toe, platform, patent leather, sling-back shoe boot is best left to the retarded sisters of Rihanna…



Latest Luxe Links

05.May.2009

Reiner Mengesdorf Coral RingFactio Magazine checks out the hottest art/fashion party during Art Chicago – ART ROCKS!
Grave-robbing affects more than Astor-nomical estates. Domesticblog is saddened by the Astor money not going to charities…
Most expensive teddy bear at 500,000 pounds? If you buy it, you will also get Teddy’s (owner’s) home – a beamed cottage in Lavenham, a picturesque Medieval village.
Reiner Mengesdorf’s Organic Opulance…Greco-Roman and Byzantine inspired jewelry designs are infused both with organic style and dazzling beauty.
Bloomacious takes a look at the legacy of the famous racehorse in Remembering Barbaro.
Takashi Murakami and high-end retailer Louis Vuitton collaborated before, but according to Runway to Retail, the latest installation is quite something.
From pipemakers to fashion’s finest, the Classicist looks at the history of Longchamp.



Maggie Ward K Is…

04.May.2009
Maggie Ward Silk Jumpsuit

Wanting.

When most designers do very-ready-to-wear in rich materials, it comes off cute. Like a cashmere hoodie? Winky wink. But Maggie Ward gets it: luxe, loose jumpsuits like this aren’t about being clever, but smart: such a simple design showcases the super fine fabrics Maggie Ward uses. I met John Ward, the designer, in their LA loft. He works very hard to make styling chic very easy…

Maggie Ward Silk Harem Pants

Wearing.

I can count on one hand how often in a year I wear pants, but I’m obsessed with Maggie Ward silk sweat pants. Maggie Ward sent me a pair, and I’m living in them. In a sueded silk, Maggie Ward silk sweat pants are unsurprisingly comfortable, and surprisingly flattering. These are better than wearing air…

Maggie Ward Charmeuse Harem Pants

Hating.

I’m only hating these Maggie Ward silk sweats in silver because I don’t own them (yet). There are few brands I’m a whore for — lingerie by Marlies Dekkers, shoes by Giuseppe, porn by the Japanese — and Maggie Ward is one of them. These silk sweatpants are future iconics…



Lapàporter iPhone Sleeves K Is…

01.May.2009
Lapaporter Python Case

Wanting.

I’ve never been into iPhone condoms — the sex appeal of the iPhone is its sophisticated simplicity — I like it raw. But then I saw these Lapàporter iPhone sleeves, which echo the elegance of the economy of the super-smart phone’s design: a simple sliver of skin becomes extra choice as the shape highlights a rich python…

Lapaporter Lamb Case

Using.

I love that Bottega-like basketweave. Bags are a last resort for me, so this Lapàporter iPhone sleeve is great — I can slip a credit card in here for a quickie. Errand…

Lapaporter Black & Cream Case

Hating.

We just chatted about how choice rich minimalism is, and here’s a useless bow…



Latest Luxe Links

28.Apr.2009

Onyx Snake RingDomesticblog is warning about the “behind-the-scenes” of serving the wealthy in Cityfile: Nelson and Claudia Peltzs House of Horrors, Part Two.
Factio Magazine is craving fashion, jewelry and vacations!
A kitchen by Armani? Lamps by Diesel? You bet! Fashion designers work their magic at Milan Furniture Fair.
Castillo del Lago, Madonna’s former home in the Hollywood Hills is for sale for $14.95 million.
Check out some of the coolest art+fashion events coming up during Art Chicago, May 1-4, 2009 on Runway to Retail.
UFO-Hayashi transforms Acer Aspire One Netbook into a masterpiece worth $3000, a zen-touch-up for a netbook from the land of rising sun.
Tom Dixon, Front Design and 5.5 Designers ‘DesignBox ‘ For Veuve Clicquot.
From Bloomacious: These Game Reserves in Tanzania are picture perfect – just keep the shooting to camera shutters clicking. Was this Ernest Hemingway’s hideout?



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