Ulysse Nardin Chairman - luxury cell phone

The Chairman will be launched at Baselworld 2009 at Ulysse Nardin’s booth.
It will incorporate a Ulysse Nardin designed kinetic rotor system which is blended into the mechanical and aesthetical design of the smart phone. This smart-phone is hand-assembled under the strictest guidelines mandated by Ulysse Nardin.

More information during its launch at Baselworld 2009.



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Bentley Laptop

Bentley laptop from Ego for Lifestyle

Each is hand built, with authentic Bentley cross-over hand-stitching. And the colour schemes match those of the famous luxury cars. The inside metal reflects the paint job on the outside, while the outer leather is taken right from the seats.

The insides of the beauty hold Microsoft Vista, a 64 bit processor, and a 160GB hard drive along with 12 direct access keys.

Expect to see it on sale later this summer at Selfridges for about £10,000.

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Truefitt & Hill Carlton Razors

Carlton Safety Razors from Truefitt & Hill

Get the shave of a straight razor without the irritation with Carlton Safety Razors from Truefitt & Hill ($190-$290). Made from high-end materials such as ebony and ivory, these razors use one blade and require virtually no pressure to glide across your face, mowing down whatever is in their way. Perfect for those with sensitive skin.

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The Piaget Jewelry - Magic Gardens collection

The Piaget Magic Gardens collection draws its inspiration from nature, in particular bee’s and honey. Included in the collection is the ring pictured above which features a sixteen carat citrine as its centerpiece which is cut in a hexagonal shape in order to represent a honeycomb. The ring features hexagonal diamond charms which hang from the setting of the citrine, the eighteen karat yellow gold setting is also encrusted with diamonds. The necklace (see the link below) is made of eighteen karat yellow gold and features hexagonal citrines, rhodolites, amethysts and diamonds. The necklace features a bee as a clasp which is made of gold and encrusted with diamonds and allows the necklaces length to be adjusted.

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KOHLER KARBON ARTICULATING KITCHEN FAUCET

The stainless steel faucet utilizes carbon fiber for extra strength and less weight, while staying within the bounds of the design. It also has two spray modes.

From Kohler's website:

KOHLER LAUNCHES BREAKTHROUGH KARBON ARTICULATING KITCHEN FAUCET
New kitchen faucet marries ultimate kitchen functionality with visually entrancing design
KOHLER, Wis. - April 11, 2008 - What does the ultimate in functionality for a kitchen faucet really mean?For Kohler Co. - a global leader in kitchen and bath design and technology - ultimate functionality can be defined as a kitchen faucet that possesses the functionality and performance of a pull-down faucet, while also allowing the user to position and leave the sprayhead right where it's needed, thereby freeing up both hands for kitchen prep and clean-up tasks. To develop a kitchen faucet that satisfied this requirement was the tall task presented to the Kohler new product development team.The result is the new KOHLER Karbon kitchen faucet, a faucet of unexpected and intriguing design that will undoubtedly become the primary focal point of any contemporary kitchen setting.
"This articulating faucet represents a breakthrough in the evolution of the category," commented Les Petch, senior product manager for KOHLER kitchen faucets. "The quest for the ultimate in functionality has not only produced a faucet that outperforms other models but has also yielded an astonishing piece of contemporary design work that represents as much a piece of art as the next generation in faucet technology. It truly is a one-of-a-kind."
The original design impetus of the Karbon kitchen faucet was inspired by lighting and construction equipment with articulating joints. The Kohler design team took this concept and created a product that signals a paradigm shift in the functionality and design of modern kitchen faucets. "Form really does follow function in this case," said Petch. "But that doesn't take away from the fact that the Karbon faucet is an outstanding piece of modern industrial design." The use of a textured carbon fiber composite adds further appeal to a unique visual aesthetic that reinforces the contemporary nature of the design.
Unlike other kitchen faucets, the Karbon faucet will maintain the exact position where a user places it within its allotted reach in or outside the sink, keeping the spray head and water flow exactly where it's desired. Additionally, the faucet offers both spray and aerated water flow options, eliminating the need for a sidespray. An elaborate design detail is featured in the remote joystick valve that consists of two disks of identical size installed flush with the countertop to provide an unusually sleek look and offer easy cleaning.
The actual construction of the faucet is a combination of traditional brass and innovative carbon fiber composite tubing. The logic behind the use of carbon fiber lies in its superior strength and light weight, allowing for tight movement tolerance and the exceptional functional performance of this faucet. The joints connecting the four sections of the faucet employ a novel patented technology that provides exceptional resistance to support the spout while allowing for smooth and effortless handling.
The Karbon kitchen faucet is available in high quality, durable Polished Chrome and Vibrant® Stainless finishes and carries a lifetime limited warranty. Offering easy installation, it relies on flexible connections and installation rings. Installers will want to take note that the joystick valve requires non-standard holes of two inches in diameter.

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S.T. Dupont New York Fifth Avenue Lighter Limited Edition

S.T. Dupont Ligne 2 New York Fifth Avenue

In the 1930s and 40s, American aristocrats who lived on New York's 5th Avenue commissioned the most talented French designers and architects, and their style is the inspiration behind Dupont's dazzling collection. Taupe and chocolate lacquers are embellished with pale gold-plated metallic high relief. Approximately 120 hours of work are required to produce a single lighter (3 times as long as the standard lacquered lighter) and the combination of guilloche, chasing, engraving, plating, and polishing evidence the care and time brought to each one. Among the notable details you'll find the opulent central globe motif inspired by the 1936 statue of Atlas located at Rockefeller Center. Each lighter is sequentially numbered from 1 to 1929, the date of Lucien Tissot Dupont's first trip to New York.

Price: $2400

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LUXURIATOR Diamond Eye Wear

LUXURIATOR Diamond Eye Wear and Jewelry

LUXURIATOR Due - Style 45(pictured)

18K White Gold, 350 micro pave, hand set, full cut diamonds, ivory buffalo horn temples, brown-plum lenses. Total carat weight 1.6.
MSRP: $8,000.00

Other models:

LUXURIATOR Due - Vintage

18K Rose Gold, 132 Rose Cut, hand set pave, full cut diamonds in Gun Metal Plating, black horn temples, gray polarized lenses. Total carat weight 1.45.
MSRP: $8,000.00

LUXURIATOR Due - Style 45

18K White Gold, 132 hand set pave, full cut diamonds, black buffalo horn temples, polarized gray lenses. Total carat weight 1.45.
MSRP: $7,000.00

LUXURIATOR Due - Style 23

18K Yellow Gold, 132 hand set pave, full cut diamonds, 1, 2.0 carat Canary yellow diamond, ivory buffalo horn temples, brown lenses with gold mirror. Total carat weight, 3.45
MSRP: $65,000.00

LUXURIATOR Due - Style 116

18K Yellow Gold, 132 hand set pave, full cut diamonds, ivory buffalo horn temples, brown lenses with gold mirror. Total carat weight 1.45.
MSRP: $7,000.00

LUXURIATOR was founded and created in 2004 by Los Angeles based eye wear & jewelry designer Franco Vahe. Franco designed the first pair of diamond-studded Luxuriator sunglasses for a celebrity-friend in Los Angeles, where the brand has evolved into an exclusive and highly fashionable must have jewelry accessory and trademark.
In April of 2007, Luxuriator launched it's impressive collection worldwide at Basel World. The international market now has the opportunity to own a modern, jeweled optical investment accessory, while seeing the world through ultimate diamond sunglasses of the highest quality, cutting-edge fashion design and sophistication.
Jewelry dealers and high-end department stores will find that selling the Luxuriator diamond eye wear collection within their current jewelry mix an asset. Dealers will also benefit and enjoy the increased financial rewards associated with this collection. Rewards based upon international fashion appeal, added value, increased sales profit and dealer attraction for selling a unique and one of kind optical jewelry accessory.
Current A-List celebrities owning one or more pairs of the Luxuriator sunglasses collection include; Jamie Foxx, Beyonce, Paula Abdul, Paul McCartney, Pharell Williams, Paris Hilton, Usher, Sharon Stone, Denzel Washington, Sting, Oprah Winfrey,...etc.

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Ferrari 60th Anniversary Carbon Fiber Bicycle

Ferrari have released a limited edition bicycle in partnership with Italian cycle firm Colnago to celebrate Ferrari’s 60th anniversary this year. The Ferrari 60th Anniversary Bicycle’s frame and wheels are made of carbon fiber making the bike extremely lightweight yet strong. The bicycle is painted in Ferrari red and has substantial portions of carbon fiber exposed, it features the Scuderia Ferrari badge on the front.

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Schedoni Carbon Fiber Briefcase

Italian luggage makers Schedoni have created a unique briefcase made of carbon fiber. Schedoni are the official luggage makers for Ferrari and created a number of lines designed specifically to fit in the luggage compartments of different Ferrari models. The Schedoni carbon fiber briefcase is lined with suede and features an aluminum locking system with a leather handle.

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Ray-Ban Ultra Gold Aviator sunglasses

Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses are back with ultra luxury twist - Ray-Ban Ultra Gold Limited Edition . Features including ultra light titanium frames, P3 polarized lenses, anti-reflective coating, a cool hydrophobic moisture-wicking coating, and of course gold -- in the form of 22k gold plating. The "limited edition" refers to the fact that only 25,000 pairs of Ultra Gold glasses are being made.

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Dunhill Classic Button Cufflinks

DUNHILL PINK MOTHER OF PEARL CLASSIC BUTTON CUFFLINKS
The Classic Button cufflink is a classic of dunhill accessories design. The cufflinks are sterling silver featuring the Alfred Dunhill logo, complemented by the pink mother of pearl insert.
Features:
Pink mother of pearl insert
Sterling silver
Exclusive swivel finding allowing each cufflink to pass easily through the cuff
Curved finding allowing the cufflink to sit flat on the cuff
Subtle branding on the reverse to provide a two sided effect
Hand polished for a premium finish Product Code: JSY8267H

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