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Archive for December, 2008

2008-enlightennext.jpgDubbed by devoted readers “the Wired magazine of the spiritual world,” EnlightenNext revamps and relaunches its premier publication as an international quarterly to reach an emerging global market of “early adapters” and their evolutionary new meta-culture. The magazine identifies evolutionarieswho represent the most significant shift in social values since the Sixties.

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11th U.S. store for De Beers

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 27 - 2008

2008-debeersbalharbourl.jpgDe Beers opened its 11th U.S. location in December with the launch of its store at the Bal Harbour Shops in Bal Harbour, Fla. The 700-square-foot boutique will feature new collections by De Beers Creative Director Raphaele Canot, including “Talisman,” “Ice on Fire” and “Radiance.” The store also will include high-end jewelry and bridal.

Wyler Genève presents the official watch of the Dakar

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 27 - 2008

2008-wylervisual.jpgLuxury watchmaker Wyler Genève, the official timekeeper for the 2009 Dakar, today unveiled in October the official watch of the rally: a limited-edition chronograph made of the rare metal tantalum. Slated to appear in stores in time for the run-up to the Dakar, which starts in Buenos Aires on 3rd January 2009, the production run for this watch is limited to 182, which was the number of competitors in the first-ever Dakar rally 30 years ago.
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Vacheron Constantin’s exceptional concert of classical music

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 26 - 2008

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On the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Vacheron Constantin had the honour and privilege, at the request of the Vatican, to organise an exceptional concert of classical music attended by His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI. Over 7,000 guests, including personalities of world renown, were present in the Paul VI Audience Hall for the concert and the award ceremony to honour Cornelio Sommaruga, Swiss humanitarian, diplomat and President of the International Committee of the Red Cross from 1987 to 1999.

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Warmest Wishes to you all

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 26 - 2008

2008-bestwishes.jpgABC Luxury would like to wish you a great holiday season and all the best for 2009! This coming New Year will be full of surprises…So stay tuned and do not hesitate to contact me, should you have any questions, suggestions, or article proposal…

N.Y. state considers increasing luxury goods tax

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 25 - 2008

2008-tax.jpgAccording to National Jeweler, an additional sales tax of 5 percent on luxury goods costing more than $20,000 - including jewelry - is one element of New York Gov. David Paterson’s proposed $12.1 billion state budget. For more infomation, please visit this link.

2008-hw.jpgThe Company recorded consolidated net earnings of $71.9 million, or $1.17 per share, for the third quarter compared to a net loss of $7.4 million, or $0.13 per share, respectively, in the third quarter of the prior year. Consolidated net earnings for the third quarter included a $49.0 million net foreign exchange gain, or $0.80 per share, as a result of the weakening of the Canadian dollar relative to the US dollar, compared to a $40.6 million net foreign exchange loss, or $0.70 per share, in the comparable quarter of the prior year.

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Asia-Pacific Boating awarded Best Yachting Magazine

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 23 - 2008

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yachting magazine,  launched in 1976, has been recognised as Best Boat Media for 2008 at the first-ever Indian Boating Awards, held on December 14, 2008, in conjunction with the Boat India show in Cochin, India. It features stories and news on yachting, marine lifestyles and design, plus reviews of the latest and greatest boats on the market. Published in Hong Kong, it is distributed directly to high net worth individuals, boat owners and yacht clubs throughout greater China and Southeast Asia.

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Golay is unique…

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 23 - 2008

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On the 6th Nuit de l’horlogerie (Watchmakers’ night) in Geneva, Golay showcased an exceptional set especially designed for the event. Loosely inspired by the ‘Magic circles’ collection, this exclusive jewellery piece is without a doubt right on trend for this winter. By the way, Christmas is coming and Golay added music to its website. From now on, when surfing, you can choose to browse with or without music by simply clicking the icon to bottom right of your screen.

USA Luxury Market Career Website now launched

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 23 - 2008

Job LuxeA new luxury market career website has opened; coevering the following areas: Woman fashion, accessories, interiors, furniture, design, accessories, footwear, leathergoods, watch-making, stationnaries, tableware, homeware, decoration, automotives, Vip service, Casino, menswear, tailoring, alterations, fine food, hospitality, catering, jewellery, Design, Creative, beauty, perfumes, cosmetics…

Change in America - New Contemporary Art Release

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 16 - 2008

2008-changeinamerica.jpgChristopher Shannon Art today announced the release of the limited edition of his latest work “Change in America”. This limited edition drawing takes the theme and slogan of the most significant event in American political history and presents it in a most literal sense. Change in America is a striking and realistic portrait of President-Elect Barack Obama delivering one of his most moving and impactful speeches. President Elect Obama is centered in the middle of The United States of America that unanimously elected him as their 44th President.

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IWC charity auction ended up

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 14 - 2008

2008-iwcauction.jpgBetween 8 and 14 December 2008, IWC Schaffhausen held an auction at iwc.com for a watch that will never be available again: the Pilot’s Watch UTC Edition Antoine de Saint Exupéry in platinum. The hammer has now come down, and the winning bid was made by a bidder from the Czech Republic. This sumptuous and unique piece went to its new owner for the magnificent price of 46,700 US dollars.

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A national day for Dubay and Vacheron Constantin collectors

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 10 - 2008

2008-vc_in_dubai.jpgA watch is an art, a passion and a heritage. This served as the springboard for the most recent exclusive collaboration between the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development of the UAE and Vacheron Constantin, the world’s oldest watch manufacture with an uninterrupted history since 1755.
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Vacheron Constantin and the Opéra National de Paris celebrate Béjart

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 10 - 2008

2008-torres_abril.jpgIn its capacity as Patron of the Opéra National de Paris, Vacheron Constantin, the world’s oldest watch manufacture, received several hundred guests for the première of Hommage à Maurice Béjart. The event took place on Tuesday, 9 December at the Opéra Bastille in Paris and was attended by Gerard Mortier, Director of the Opéra National de Paris, Brigitte Lefèvre, Dance Director, Juan-Carlos Torres, Vacheron Constantin’s CEO, Marc Guten, International Director, and Jean-Yves di Martino, Vacheron Constantin’s Director in France.
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IWC’s traditional auction starts today

Posted by Marc Menant On December - 8 - 2008

2008-iwcpilotb.jpgAnd off we go! Starting today at 6 p.m. Central European Time, bidding will open at the IWC Schaffhausen Internet charity auction: this thrilling auction is for a magnificent unique platinum edition of the Pilot’s Watch UTC Edition Antoine de Saint Exupéry.