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It’s not quite gold, but it’s not quite silver either, so I guess this Pailette Covered Clutch by Miu Miu will coordinate equally well with both. Details include the all-over pailette blending from silver to bronze, a happy pink lining, and a long zip closure along the top ending in a wristlet-style loop handle with a little dangling heart charm. I especially like this clutch it because it looks easy to use during different seasons — in the spring play up the pink and in the fall accentuate the bronze/gold tones. $420
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If you want a bag that’s super feminine without being too terribly frilly this pink Stam Ostrich Tote by Marc Jacobs might be what you’re looking for. It is big and pink but it’s an earthy shade, plus the ostrich leather gives it an interesting texture. Silver hardware includes a detachable chain shoulder strap and a logo clasp at the top for closure, and other than that it’s a pretty simple and straightforward design with a roomy interior (just one zip pocket) lined in leather. $5,500 %Gallery-31210%

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It’s been two long years since famed Chloé resuscitator Phoebe Philo left the studio to focus on her family. But come October, Philo will take over as Creative Director at Celine, in a move that parent co. LVMH hopes will again breathe new life into a flagging luxury brand.

Credited for designing perhaps the mother of all It-bags, the Chloé Paddington, Philo started out as Stella McCartney’s assistant at Chloé before McCartney left to design her own eponymous line. And like everything in fashion, Philo’s appointment makes whatever happens at fashion week (which starts today in New York) feel like old news. She’ll present her first collection for Celine in March 2009.

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The American helicopter construction company Sikorsky promotes actively its products on the world helicopter market. In 2007 the company’s stock of orders was $12 milliard.

The company supplied 700 helicopters S-76 (the total flying time of the fleet exceeded 5 million hours), and 67 helicopters of S-92 (the total flying time was 100 thousand hours). In the near future the expansion of the new helicopter models by Sikorsky is expected on the world market.

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I’m not crazy about the triangular shape of this crocodile pelham shopper bag from Gucci but otherwise it’s a standard, versatile shoulder bag that’s sure to be useful as well as fashionable. Featuring crocodile in dark green with silver hardware and two braided straps, the bag also has horsebit accents, tab-snap closure, protective feet on the bottom, and an inside zip pocket. Measuring 19.3″ x 5.1″ x 11″ it’s an attractive and generously sized bag but I must admit I’m not sure what exactly warrants the sky high (even for Gucci) price of $22,900.

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After the successful production startup of Premier 130' at the beginning of the year, the agency Drettmann GmbH started the construction of the first 50-meter yacht. Design of this yacht was created by the famous architect JC Espinoza.

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Thanks to the calculator-savvy fashion dept. over at Vanity Fair, we’ve got an estimated grand total for Cindy McCain’s outfit from Tuesday evening’s Republican National Convention festivities. The final cha-ching? $300,000. Highlights include her Oscar de la Renta fierce-collared shirtdress, a pair of $280,000 diamond sparklers and Chanel’s J12 white ceramic watch. The shoes have yet to be identified — any guesses readers? (I’m betting Manolo.)

At least in the realm of fashion, Cindy is the elitist in this race. Remember Michelle Obama’s pick for her appearance on The View? A $148 number from mass chain White and Black.

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The manufacturing plant Gulfstream Aerospace located in Savannah produced the 200th Jet in series G500/G550 recently. Now the plane should take finishing works and painting on the Gulfstream’s final assembly line in Long Beach (California).

Joe Lombardo, president of the company Gulfstream, said, "Production of this jet is the important landmark for our company.  For less than 5 years we assembled 200 aircraft G550/G500. This event shows the popularity of these planes on the business aviation market".

In 2003The Robert J. Collier Trophy by the National Aeronautic Association was awarded to the team of engineers designed Gulfstream G500/G550 for the outstanding contribution into the aerospace industry.  The Robert J. Collier Trophy is the most prestigious award in this field in the USA.

At the present time the flying stock of the jets G550/G500 in operation includes 172 aircraft which have the error-free running time of 99.87%. Besides that G550 set about 40 speed records. G550 was the first civil airplane received the FAA certificate, and included EVS (the enhanced vision system) as the standard equipment.

In addition G550 was the first airplane equipped with the PlaneView® cabin including the display system and the integrated set of board equipment Honeywell Primus Epic. The flight endurance of the jets G550 and G500 in the fleet reached 200.000 hours lately.

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Matching luggage was all the rage at one point but today the trend seems to be moving away from brightly colored bags so perfectly matched they’re all but identical to more gently coordinated sets like this Boardroom Collection from Mulholland Brothers. Made from materials that could do double duty as a business suit, the bags feature all the class and reserve of pinstripes and leather plus a few splashes of modern style in the way of the occasional bright print. Prices range from $92-$610 and the set include every shape and size you could possible need, from wallets to garment bags to carry ons.

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The latest collection from former Gucci mens design director and Prada Uomo designer, Neil Barrett, takes the unique name, Sartorial Gymnast. You won’t find leotards and shiny Lycra here, instead Barrett interprets this theme through deconstructed apparel that is still somehow sharp and edgy. The fabrics are soft and allow for ease of movement but are also demanding for all but the slimmest of physiques. Perhaps the “gymnast” name come from the lean body you need to pull this look off. Barrett could give Hedi Slimane a run for his money with these unforgiving styles.

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Jaguar Night Cruise Musa Motors – one of the most striking, splendid and impressive events at summer’s end took place on the night of 08.08.08.   

The company Musa Motors arranges the luxury parties Jaguar Night for the customers every year. This year the event was organized "on the water" - on the quay in Neskutchny Garden.  Looking forward the most mysterious and enigmatic date of 2008, all the participants enjoyed the beautiful evening and charming view of a night on the city.  The guests were offered the best cigars, delicate dishes and the best sorts of whisky in an enchanting atmosphere with harp music and shimmering light of candles.  

Within walking distance of the quay all comers could have a closer look and get acquainted with the complete model line of the Jaguar automobiles, having the special test drive down the closed night embankment.

At 23.00 all the guests came to the well-illuminated deck of the de luxe ship to make a night cruise.  On shipboard everybody enjoyed rousing performance of the professional dancers, dainty dishes, cocktails… and clock chimes announced the coming of the "eternal" day.

The world-famous star – singer and DJ Sonique was invited to Moscow especially for this event. Her music inspires the well-known designer Donatella Versace and Prince of Monaco Albert II.  Her performance was culmination of the night.

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For Vogue India’s latest issue, editors decided to shoot some of the country’s poorest citizens modeling such luxury goods as a Hermes Birkin bag and a Burberry umbrella. An older woman — missing her upper teeth — held a baby wearing a Fendi bib which cost as much as she might earn over a several month period. (Remember most of India still lives on little more than a dollar a day.) The juxtaposition has a number of Vogue readers (and non-readers) astir.

In a place polarized by caste and an exceptionally apparent disparity of wealth, one would think Vogue might have been a little more discreet. What infuriates me most about the photo spread is that Vogue didn’t even get the names of the men, women and children posing. They are simply referred to as “lady” or “man” while the cutline goes into great detail about the various objects they model — people as props, handbags as the main story.

The real shame? That somehow poverty never quite goes out of fashion.

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Alfa Romeo Automobiles SpA and Alfa Romeo Moscow are offering a special version of Alfa Romeo convertible - Spider M limited edition - to mark the end of the summer season 2008.

David Beckham has been wearing a mystical necklace in the hope it will improve his sex life. The LA Galaxy soccer star who is married to former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham reportedly wears the libido boosting beads, made by Energy Muse, around his wrist.

According to Showbizspy, the necklace is made up of gems and crystals and includes a scroll promising the wearer better sex, health and work success.

A source said, "David is a happy guy. The gems were bought as a bit of fun, but David and Victoria have certainly been smiling more recently. They have always had a strong sex life but are willing to try anything to keep things fresh."

Stars including Courtney Love, Heidi Klum and Kristin Davis have all been seen with the spiritual accessory, which costs between $50 and $600.

A spokesman for the jeweler said, "We couldn't be more delighted. The line has been popular with stars from Britney Spears to Courtney Love, but since David has been spotted with them, sales have shot up."

The actress and singer Madonna comes out to support director husband Guy Ritchie at the world premiere of his new movie RocknRolla at the Odeon cinema, Leicester Square on Monday in London, England, Justjared reports.

"It’s the kind of film I like," Guy said of the film he wrote and directed. "I’ve made a film for me. My inspiration came from the fact that London has changed so much in the last 10 years."
 
He even admitted he has already written the sequel: "If people go and see this and like it I’ll make the second one straight away."

The 50-year-old Queen of Pop accented her pretty black Stella McCartney dress with shiny jewels and sparkly shoes. Madonna has been performing on the European left of her "Sticky and Sweet" world tour. She returns to sing in Amsterdam on Tuesday.

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Well it looks like this rumors we heard at the end of July were true, minimalist fashion line JIl Sander has been sold again. Private-equity firm Change Capital Partners Monday sold the German label to Japan’s Onward Holdings Company for a cool €167 million ($245 million). Not quite the 200 million euros Vogue UK had reported they wanted but not too shabby either considering Change Capital Partners paid €50 million two and a half years ago.Onward Holdings will also repay €45 million in debt. Onward owns Italian clothing manufacturer Gibo and has been looking to expand their fashion interests abroad.

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Fashion favorite Miguel Adrover is returning to New York Fashion Week with a show that you don’t have to beg for a ticket to get into. Adrover, who took a four-year hiatus from Fashon Week is back, now at the helm of hessnatur, an organic German fashion company making its U.S. debut this year. The 32-year-old company recently earned the 2008 Public Eye Award at the World Economic forum for improving the social conditions of workers.

Adrover’s mixed format show will be at the Matthew Marks Gallery and will be opening to the public during the day on September 8 2008. It showcases organic and natural fabrics playing with textures and design in a comfortable yet innovative way.

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The latest bag from Bodhi Handags is a an exotic python bag known as the barrel snake. With a long shoulder strap and a deep bag, it’s big enough to hold all the essentials and still look completely chic. The bag is just one of the inspired creations from Creative and Design Director Joseph Janus who believes bags are “wearable art” and has created a colorful collection of clutches, hobos, satchels, and totes that use Italian leather, hardware, and exotics like python and ostrich. Bodhi bags can be found at specialty retailers including Fred Segal and Takashimaya and the retail price is $3,378.

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Mindware, a leading IT distributor in the Middle East has given its top value-added partners the "Best Dell Partner of the Year" award; at a recent awarding ceremony in Istanbul, Turkey, for their success in retailing Dell products in the Saudi Arabia market. Among the awardees are Saudi-based companies PC net, El Hartany, PC Time, El Hasoub, GTech and El Shadadi. The awards were presented by Wael Wahid, Business Unit Manager - DELL, Mindware and Said Khalifa, Channel Manager, DELL.

Dell became a part of Mindware’s product portfolio in 2004, since then the leading manufacturer of high performance desktops, laptops, electronics and accessories have experienced a massive demand for Dell products in the Kingdom. As a testament to Mindware’s focus, professionalism and dedication in promoting the brand across the region, particularly in Saudi Arabia, the company has been honoured by Dell with the "Best Desktop Partner Award EM-EMEA" award.

Speaking at the ceremony, Wael Wahid, Business Unit Manager - DELL, Mindware, said, "Our longstanding partnership with Dell has been built on our strong performance and the expertise of our team in maximising the marketability of their products across the Kingdom. Today, we recognise the important role played by our partners in further strengthening our relationship with this world leader in desktop manufacturing. We are proud to present this award to our seven top KSA partners, and we are looking forward to working with them to sustain our growth in the Saudi market in the coming years."

Backed by an extensive product portfolio and network of 2,500 resellers across the MENA region, Mindware has managed to stay ahead of competition by building strategic partnerships and offering customised solutions to specific client needs, competitive rates and value added services to its partners. The company has consistently posted high earnings, with revenues in 2007 soaring to USD 200 million, which it attributes to strong channel network and commitment to providing value-added services to resellers, including training programs, technical assistance and marketing support.

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As Louis Vuitton’s latest line in collaboration with an outside talent hits stores, the fashion house’s designer Marc Jacobs says the increasingly frequent projects have gotten out of hand. Vuitton’s new collection designed by Comme des Garçons‘ Rei Kawakubo just went on sale in Tokyo, but unlike previous LV collections by Takashi Murakami (far right, with Jacobs) and Richard Prince, Jacobs complains that he had no creative input on Kawakubo’s, New York magazine reports.

“I’ve kind of warned everybody up there [at LV] that I think they’ve gotten a little too into this idea ,” Jacobs says. “I’m glad that everybody gets behind it, but what they don’t realize is that I do it at a pace that maintains the brand’s integrity and seems really right, and I think that sometimes everybody loves a good idea so much that they kind of go too far and it kind of kills it.” This could be an indication that despite the massive profits brought in by the trendy collaborations, they could be coming to an end soon, or at least slowing down considerably.

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