Into the Woods
Photographed by Raquel Olivo
Jewel of the Desert
Arizona inspires a feeling of wide open spaces and adventure, dating back to pioneer territory days. Today, world-class golf courses, five-star resorts, elegant dining and natural wonders attract pleasure seekers from around the globe. From hot city life, to snow skiing, to nature on a grand scale, it’s all in Arizona, where life is lived big, and bathed in sunshine 330 days per year. All who’ve let minds wander into pools of tranquil relaxation will find the Arizona Biltmore a magnificent oasis with a history of living in the moment.
Bespoken
For citizens of the United Kingdom and its territories, the Royal Warrant is a familiar concept. For those of us on this side of the pond, we might not know what it is because we have nothing like it here. However, we may have seen the Royal Crest and the unmistakable “By Appointment to Her Majesty The Queen” proudly displayed on products such as Crabtree & Evelyn, Fortnum & Mason, HP Sauce, Johnny Walker, and Twinning’s Tea. There are over 269 members on the list, which include most trades like food, clothes, jewelers, household items, and automobile manufacturers like Bentley Motors, Ltd. Royal Warrants were granted at first to those entities exclusively serving the Royal Household, but over the years, they’ve been allowed to serve the public.
Remembering Marilyn Monroe
Alluring, audacious, amorous – Marilyn Monroe’s image has graced American film and memory for over half a century. From Andy Warhol’s iconic Marilyn Diptych to her famous scene in Billy Wilder’s The Seven Year Itch, Marilyn Monroe continues to charm audiences.
Resurrection
Celebrating their first 100 years of excellence, Aston Martin has unveiled the next generation of their Super Grand Tourer, the 2014 Vanquish. After a mere six year run, the Aston Martin DBS is being replaced with a refined Vanquish, which took many styling cues from the limited edition One-77. Although initial reviews have been mixed, this new Vanquish with its handcrafted grace has awakened the senses of fine automobile enthusiasts across the globe.
A Dream by the Sea
When Heather and her husband Dr. Terry Dubrow embarked on a journey to design and build their family home off the picturesque Southern California coast, they decided that their personal influence coupled with the advice of a team of experts would ultimately net them the home of their dreams. The neoclassic influenced architecture sets the tone for the fourteen thousand square foot residence where moulding and millwork abound, accentuating the enormous attention to detail invested into this truly sophisticated family home.
The 2014 Bentley Flying Spur
With the launch of the Flying Spur, Bentley is setting the benchmark for craftsmanship, luxury, design and technology. It is designed for people that not only appreciate luxury but value performance and technology as well. Drivers and passengers will appreciate the beauty and comfort inside the cabin.
The God of Wind
According to ancient legends of the Aymara, Huayra Tata was the God of Wind who commanded the breezes, wind and blizzards of the Andean highlands. He would lift the waters off of Lake Titicaca and rain them down on the fertile Pachamama or Mother Earth. Such is the inspiration for the 2013 Pagani Huayra a supercar made to order and hand assembled in Italy for the lucky few who can fork out the estimated $1.25 million.
Wedding of the Year
Anto and Berjo’s wedding on September 9th fused tradition and luxury while remaining modern and unique, earning it the reputation of wedding of the year.
Miami Flavor
By far, it is one of the best dining experiences anywhere!