Icelanders turn to Rolex for their investments
With the global financial situation worrying investors, more people are turning to luxury goods as a safe place to invest funds. Iceland's only Rolex dealer has seen a “significant increase” in sales.
Lamborghini Estoque – a Lambo for the kids
Lamborghini's latest car is a Ł150,000 200mph super saloon, with a pair of seats in the back so the kids can enjoy it as well. With hints of Murcielago, Gallardo, Reventon and even Countach, it fits in nicely in the Lamborghini family.
Laurent-Perrier sponsor Frieze Art Fair
This week, the Frieze Art Fair in Regent's Park is on, with the aim to introduce new artists to visitors from around the world.
Louis Vuitton buys Yacht Manufacturer
The Louis Vuitton Group, LVMH, has purchased Dutch yacht manufacturer Royal van Lent. The yacht company make ultra high end yachts, with an average selling price of 30 million euros. The sellers are Dutch investment firm Egeria and the acquisition price is worth approximiately 11 times net profit.
Asics Inner Muscle Revolutionises Sport Clothing
High end sports clothing has recently gone down the route of tight elastic tops and shorts that initially appear about 4 sizes too small for the athlete. The theory is that the tops provide more overall support to muscles, which improves performance. Asics, a leading trainer company, has taken this technology one step further. Lusso took a look.
Topper chosen for Champion of Champions event
Topper Sailboats offer a range of 12 different boats for all abilities of sailor. They are highly regarded as having excellent construction quality and design. They have been chosen to be the craft of choice for the Endeavour Trophy at least up until 2010 and probably further into the future. Lusso have taken a closer look at this company to see how they do it.
Did Russian billionaire buy 496 million euro property?
Recently, it was reported that Villa Leopolda was sold to a Russian billionaire for just under 500 million euros. It soon revealed that Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov was behind the sale. As is the habit with Russian oligarchs, Prokhorov made his billions in precious metals. In 2007 he launched a $17 billion private investment fund, so he was definitely wealthy enough to purchase the property.
AirDrives earphones are perfect for the runner or cyclist
Personal headphones have developed a lot in the last few years since the expansion of the MP3 industry. Most companies have been furthering the sound quality, but Mad Catz have looked at a different market, the user who wants to hear the surroundings. So if you're a runner, a cyclist or just someone who doesn't want to immerse themselves in music... read on.
New Lord Norman Foster designed yacht launches next month
YachtPlus are a company specialising in fractional ownership of yachts. In conjunction with designer Lord Norman Foster, they will be releasing their 'Signature Series' craft in September. The total cost is $16m and with 8 owners of each vessel, the cost is $2m for ownership.
Review – Jabra Titanium Bluetooth headset
Lets be honest, no-one fancies losing their driving license and the recent crackdown on driving with mobile phones has made alternatives such as bluetooth headsets a much better option. Most of these are ugly plastic devices, so its refreshing to see Jabra taking the headsets up market.
Panerai expand to New York City
Luxury watch manufacturer Officine Panerai is just about to open a boutique store in New York City, to add to their American presence in Los Angeles.
Ferrari to launch convertible 430 Scuderia – the 16M
It's been rumoured for a while now, but it seems Ferrari are to release a Spyder version of their hardcore 430, the Scuderia. This will be called the 16M and limited to 499 vehicles. The car is to commemorate the company's 16th F1 constructor's title.
Issue 15, Available December 2008.
Travel Special
The ultimate in peace and quite. Lusso Magazine investigates the best island resorts in the world - it's a tough job, but somebody's got to do it.
Ultimate Toys
Super yacht tenders, powerboats, motorbikes and super cars, we serve up the usual dose of high octane machinery.
And the regulars...
Brian Ebbesen, Arash Farboud, Nick English and others all share their views
Moving Fast Under Sail
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The Value for Luxury Market
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The Value for Luxury Market
“Doug Richard said:"Which brings me to my first nomination for the “Value Luxury Market” wh...” By James Brown 26 November 2008
