Vision Of Splendor

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November 2011

8 posts

A Wally Of A Dream

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“A man is never Lost at Sea ” Ernest Hemingway

Darkness has set in here in England, and am craving the sun and the sea like crazy, for me there is nothing like that first dip in the ocean after cold winter months. As I live in London I try and escape by looking at images of islands , beaches and boats. I stumbled on this incredible image of  the sea and in it this unique beauty of a  power boat, what was it? The razor sharp perfect lines looked it had come from the future , am usually more old school but this boat has soul and spectacular craftsmanship.

Luca Bassani Antivari  a man with 40 years of sailing experience created his masterpiece when he could not find a boat that fit into all his requirements, so he decided to craft his dream into a reality. Combining his passion for design, performence and his passion for the sea Wally Boats was born. Whether its a speed power boat, a sailing boat or a yacht the Wally World of boats are innovative and intriguing.

Wally has a project in collaboration with Hermes called the WHY, is it boat, an island, a house on the sea? I think its all of them, what genius!!  The Wally Company are also famous for their phenomenal racing engineering , in the summer they stage more than 30 races called FT Wally Grand Prix Series. At the moment some of their boats are taking part in the Transatlantic Maxi Yacht Regatta from Tenerife to Virgin Gorda.

Wally Designs are the two time winners of The Compasso D’Oro the world’s most prestigious prize fro industrial design.  

Luca Bassani Antivari followed his vision and turned into a reality and boy am I glad he did, Would be perfect in a Bond movie. 

Have a look at the website there are so many choices to look at, more technical information for those who want it and a lot of interesting projects.

Ship Ahoy! xo    

All Images via  www.wally.com                 

Nov 30, 20118 notes
#yachts #Sailing #Craftsmanship #Sea
The Splendor of Motu Tane

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” Never before had I seen waters the color of the rainbow or like fireworks, springing right out of some maddened imagination, or from Gaugin’s own palette. Waters the color of bronze, of copper, gold, silver, mother-of-pearl, pearl, jade, emeralds, moonlight or the aurora borealis. The stars themselves seemed to have fallen to the sea, scintillating brilliantly on the lagoon’s surface, in bright sunlight, who could find the right words,what poet images,what painter even colors , to describe the scene? I give up.”

Paul Emile Victor, a French Explorer’s impression on seeing Bora Bora for the first time from the cockpit of an airplane in 1958. He retired to Bora Bora and lived in Motu Tane.

Motu Tane island lies across the channel from Bora Bora, owned by renowned french make-up artist François Nars with interiors by Christian Liagre. This stunning island can accommodate up to 20 guests and is rented to only one party of guests at a time.

The island has all that you would expect, a chef to cook divine and fresh meals, in the garden under hundreds of coconut tress, beach barbeque’s, torch-lit dinners and Tahitian feasts with those incredible dance groups. Snorkeling the crystal clear waters to discover the phenomenal array of colors, local massages with the unforgettable fragrance of Monoi oil, paddle board, windsurf and even for those who can’t bear to live without there is a gym and flat screen tv’s in the rooms.

From the pictures you can just use your imagination on how unforgettable this place would be. I would just stare at the the beauty all day long, swim,eat, sleep and have a big perma smile all day and night. One on my list of places to see, still have not done Polynesia and this would be just perfect, anyone interested in renting it? The only shock is the price but understandably, its a trip of a lifetime, see the website for more info.

Bon Voyage xo

Resources,

www.motutaneisland.com

www.narscosmetics.com

www.vogue.com

Nov 26, 20114 notes
#Bora Bora #French Polynesia #Motu Tane #Tropical Island #Islands for Rent
Happy Thanksgiving

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Autumn Via Flickr

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Turkey Spread via Country Living

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Autumn Wreath via lost the credit.

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Cheese Twirls and Wine via Martha Stewart

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Autumn Decor Via Pottery Barn

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Thanksgiving Rustic Decor via Lost the credit again.

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Gilded Pears via Martha Stewart Living

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Warm Spiced Cider via Country Living

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Autumn Flower Bouquet via Project Wedding

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Suzani Table Linens via Pottery Barn

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Harvest Tablescape via Martha Stewart Living

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Rustic Bar via Project Wedding

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Nutty Name Settings via Martha Stewart living

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Turner Falls Massachusetts

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Berry Red Tablescape via Country Living

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Petrus via Petrus

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Blue and Gold via Martha Stewart Living

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Rustic Chic via Elle Decor

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Roasted Marshmallows via Slim Paley

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Grape Decor via Martha Stewart

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Fall Decor via Preston Bailey

Happy Thanksgiving America, love this holiday, the food , colours , wine and if you are lucky a nice fireplace, keep cosy. Enjoy it for me here in England. xo

Nov 23, 20113 notes
#Country Living #Martha Stewart #November #Orange #Red #Table Decorations #Tablescapes #Thanksgiving
Dior Couture by Patrick Demarchelier

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This is the book of the year! Published by Rizzoli Dior Couture photographed by Patrick Demarchelier what a perfect collaboration. These are just a few pictures that have been released. The text is written by Ingrid Sischy ex editor-in-chief of Interview Magazine and International Editor to Vanity Fair’s European editions.

Hundreds of portraits in incredible gowns from the entire era of Christian Dior Haute Couture designed by Dior ,Yves Saint Laurent , Marc Bohan and John Galliano. Shot all over the world with some of the greatest models.

Fashion History that should be on everyone’s coffee tables , a perfect Christmas gift! C’est Magnifique

Order from Amazon

www.demarchelier.net

Nov 22, 201175 notes
#Christian Dior Couture #Patrick Demarchelier #Fashion #Style #Photography #John Galliano #Yves Saint Laurent
The Creative Duo Anndra Neen

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Annette and Phoebe Stephens of Anndra Neen Via Dossier Journal

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Anndra Neen Collection via Fallow

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Coral Necklace via Couturelab London

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Hiroshi Suzuki via Adrian Sassoon London

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Shell Choker via Couturelab London

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 Pieces by Modernist Jeweller Art Smith 1917-1982

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Anndra Neen Birdcage Brass & Alpaca via Milk Made

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Tequila Shot Spiking The Sun via Chris Knight

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Anndra Neen Clutch via Fallow

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Aztec Inspired Patters at Balmain

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Trojan Horse Anndra Neen Show

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Anndra Neen Telescope via Shop Grey Area

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Hiroshi Suzuki via Adrian Sassoon

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Anndra Neen Cage 2

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Andraa Neen via Erin Jeen

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Pre- Colombian Nose Ring

On my Birthday I received a beautiful piece from Anndra Neen,  I wear all the time and get so many compliments.I had seen the pieces before and really admired them, there is a native and modern feel about them which marry together exceptionally well.

You can see their influences of their own culture, the Beautiful and stylish Sisters Annette and Phoebe Stephens were born and raised in Mexico City where they have their pieces made in their workshop by artisans , Mexico is known for its ancient craftsmanship especially in silver, but these pieces are not made out of sterling silver which would weigh a ton and be extremely expensive, Anndra Neen collection is made of Alpaca a alloy metal that is coated in silver , it is light but yet has substance and has a beautiful finish to it. So much better than feeling like you have a ton of bricks around your neck.

The sisters have a very mixed and creative cultural family , their grandmother was a well known artist and their grandfather was a avant-garde composer, so they grew up a home filled with creative people. The influence of these collections come from all their travels especially Japan where their idea was born into fruition, the Japanese are gifted with creating incredible work with silver, but you can also see their inspiration of Pre-Colombian , Tribal , French Medieval Armour and Modernist jewellery as I have shown in some of the pictures.

Keep it up ladies and Viva Mexico  xo

You can buy Anndra Neen at www.couturelab.com which based out of London and ships worldwide.

Nov 21, 201110 notes
#Adrian Sassoon #Alpaca #Anndra Neen #Hiroshi Suzuki #Japan #Mexico #Silversmith #Chris Knight #Art Smith
HERMES SPLENDID VISIONS

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The First Step in The New Century : Party of Princes Paris 2000

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Colour and Fantasy Paris 2004

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Indian Fantasies (Colour) Paris 2008

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Year of Africa : The Traveller’s Room Paris 1997

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Argent Contemporary Paris 2011

Travel the world with the stupendous windows of Hermes Paris. Pure Creative genius! I think I will make this into another series, there are so many to choose from.

I wonder if they hire more than one team to do the window displays. What an amazing job, wish I could do that. I shall investigate this further, in the meantime enjoy your journeys.

www.hermes.com

Nov 15, 20116 notes
#Paris #decor #design #hermes #homeware #Colour
Leonardo da Vinci

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“Leonardo da Vinci :Painter of the Court of Milan is the most comlete display of rare surviving paintings ever held. This unprecedented exhibition, the first of its kind anywhere in the world, brings together sensational loans never seen before in the UK”

                                                                                                        The National Gallery

I am so excited to see this show, London Culture at its best. GO NOW, but make sure you buy tickets in advance they are giving time slots, I presume so it does not get overcrowded. The website explains everything so prepare before you go.

Enjoy!

The National Gallery

Trafalgar Square

London

WC2 5DN

www.nationalgallery.org.uk

Video on the exhibition

www.nationalgallery.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/leonardo-live

Most photos via The National Gallery and Taschen

Nov 8, 20117 notes
#Leonardo Da Vinci #The National Gallery #London #Art #Culture #Mona Lisa
Le Smoking

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YSL AD

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YSL Cigarettes

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Classic S T Dupont Lighter

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Michael Caine via Like a Doll

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Vintage St. Moritz Cigarettes

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Delfina Delettrez Apartment via Harper’s Bazaar

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YSL Smoking via Helmut Newton

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Love this photo but can’t find the credit!

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Carmen Kass via Vogue Espagna

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Continental via Vintage Cigarettes

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Jean-loup Sieff

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YSL Vintage Cigarettes

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Pierre Cardin Smoking set via Talisman

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Josh Brolin by Hedi Slimane

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Black and Gold S T Dupont Lighter

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Nat Sherman Cigarillos

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Paul Newman

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Jennifer Connelly

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Cartier 18Carat Gold Cigarette Case via Christies

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Marlon Brando via Getty Images

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The Stork Club 1950’s Smoking , Elegance and fun allowed.

www.christies.com

www.ysl.com

www.helmutnewton.com

Nov 7, 20114 notes
#Smoking #YSL #Le Smoking #Cigarettes #Marlon Brando #Pierre Cardin #Nat Sherman #Delfina Delettrez #Helmut Newton
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