Tag archive: luxury

Following recent reports of factory closures and redundancies, Nokia is now reportedly preparing to put its luxury handset brand, Vertu, up for sale. The move is part of the beleaguered mobile giant's attempts to streamline its operations in an effort to compete with the likes of HTC, Apple and Samsung. For those  of you not familiar with the name, Vertu is Nokia's high-end mobile phone division, which has been around since 1998.… Read More

The luxurious and over-the-top mode of transportation we most often write about is most certainly the yacht, and perhaps occasionally the plane or helicopter, but never have we seen such extravagance in the form of an RV. We'd think that road travel would be too pedestrian for anyone who could actually afford a crazy RV like this, but sometimes the road is the only way and you might as well travel in style. The Elemment Palazzo Luxury RV… Read More

We're not sure how much you know about yachts, but we're guessing that based on the photo above, you can tell that this one is in a class of its own. If you've got 135 million and up to spare (listen up, royalty!), you can have everything that this insanely beautiful watercraft has to offer. The Sovereign has only three decks and a metallic finish, which gives it a sleek low-profile look in comparison to your typical giant… Read More

While almost any time of the year is a great time for a weekend trip to Las Vegas, these trips seem to multiply in the warmer months because guess what; summer season is also wedding season. There are plenty of other good reasons to jet off to Vegas for a weekend of fun and relaxation, but bachelor and bachelorette parties seem to be the most-used excuses. Unless you are the non-partying type, a weekend in Vegas usually means days of lounging… Read More

As Stephen Elop has warned, things are going to get more difficult for Nokia before they get better. Battered by the popularity of smartphones in Japan, Nokia has decided to pull out of the country entirely, reports the AP. Recently, it had tried selling luxury cell phones that cost as much as 20 million yen, or $250,000. Strangely, these efforts were unsuccessful. Apparently, the market for $250,000 phones (running Symbian) is smaller than… Read More

Finally, a toilet that's fancy enough to put in the main room of your glass palace overlooking the city. The Kohler Numi is a new “smart toilet” that provides the ultimate in comfort and amenities. Picture this: you walk up to your Numi, which illuminates in the dark. The lid and seat automatically open and adjust to your height. As you sit down, the Numi gently warms the ground under your feet with its floor-level vents.… Read More

Having ski gear that is both functional and attractive is always important. Even the most stylish ski gear, however, tends to land on the side of sporty rather than classy and sophisticated. The Zai Capalina Helmet ($825) kills two birds with one stone by giving you high-quality noggin' protection and a luxurious black and leather design. The helmet has a lightweight carbon shell, leather ear cups and chin strap, and uses a CustomAir… Read More

Italian brand U-Boat has recently released a limited edition watch called the Classico Carbon Fibre Ceramic and it is about a sexy as any watch could be. We're generally fans of things designed in matte black, and this stylish watch is certainly no exception. Carbon-fiber dial details and a ceramic bezel make this diver's watch a standout in both looks and quality. The timepiece is limited to a production run of only 300 units… Read More

The recent launch of Mr. Porter marks a step forward in the world of men's luxury fashion. The site is aiming at the hard-to-reach men's market with a similar approach to wildly successful cousin site for women, Net-a-Porter. The site features  high-fashion brands like Gucci, Lanvin, and YSL as well as more traditional menswear brands like Brooks Brothers and J.Crew. The site is cleanly designed and uses a magazine-style layout to… Read More

No outdoor patio setup is complete without a fire pit of some kind. It gives friends a place to gather on cool summer nights and makes for a pretty great winter party fixture. This version, from AK47, is nothing short of spectacular in its rustic yet modern design. The AK47 Zero Fireplace ($4,640) combines an elegant outdoor wood fireplace with clever storage for the necessary firewood. The storage area is both delightfully practical and adds to… Read More