Celebrity Life

This month, London’s legendary Mayfair hotel Claridge’s announced the release of its first ever cookbook. To celebrate the 164-year history of what is one of the world’s most iconic hotels, Claridge’s: The Cookbook brings together some of the best-loved dishes and drinks from the hotel’s Foyer and Reading Room, Claridge’s Bar and the Fumoir. Within... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Winter blues? Not when you’re wearing a fabulous coat in a Crayola-bright color. Solid-colored, color-blocked or in a sharp print—we love them all. Embrace head-to-toe color courtesy of Givenchy, where streetwear influences are tempered by over-the-knee boots and a flared skirt. At Fendi, Karl... View Article

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We know which suitcase we’ll be packing for holiday travel this season. Illustrious Italian fashion house Fendi has joined forces with premium luggage label Rimowa on a travel case that melds the best of both luxury brands. In sleek Rimowa fashion, the suitcase is made of aluminum and features a signature multiwheel system for ease... View Article

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In the US, Thanksgiving marks an important holiday surrounding good food and better company — but that doesn’t mean you need to spend it at home. Luxury hotels and resorts provide the perfect setting for celebrating with a gourmet meal and upscale accommodations. Whether you prefer to visit New York City for the annual Macy’s... View Article

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Christie’s has just announced the world’s largest diamond has been auctioned off for a record breaking $33.8 million, the largest sum of money ever paid for a gem of its kind. The 163.41-carat flawless diamond necklace, known as Art de Grisgono, sold for $33.8 million after auction house taxes and commissions. The diamond is suspended... View Article

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Located on the top of Rincon Hill in San Francisco, the Harrison is the SoMa neighborhood’s newest luxury high-rise. Now, in addition to its one-, two- and three-bedroom homes, the development has revealed its $60m Signature Collection of 17 penthouses spanning the top six floors of the 49-story building. Sitting 500ft above street level, these... View Article

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With its tranquil light-filled wellness space spilling out onto a secluded interior garden, Spa Le Bristol by La Prairie is one of the highlights for many people staying at this celebrated Parisian hotel.  Here, you know you can expect to have treatments entirely tailored to your preferences and needs in the hands of the spa’s... View Article

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By Rachel Howard This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. With Mandarin Oriental lined up to acquire the Athens Hilton and Four Seasons tipped to take over the revamped Astir Palace resort in 2018, the Athens hotel scene is looking up. Once a quick stopover to dash around the ruins en... View Article

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The athleisure trend is going strong, and Jonathan Simkhai is the latest to bring the runway to the gym in a second collaboration with Carbon38. The CFDA award-winning designer has teamed up with luxury active apparel company once again on a 22-piece Jonathan Simkhai x Carbon38 collection for women. A surprising muse for the activewear collection,... View Article

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On top of having one of London’s most prestigious restaurants in the form of Marcus, The Berkeley is now making a move towards having one of the city’s best bars. Focusing on developing an immersive cocktail experience, The Berkeley’s Blue Bar is set to launch ‘Out Of The Blue’ – an multi-sensory show accompanied by... View Article

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Known for her extravagant ensembles with glittering jewels to match, actress Zsa Zsa Gabor once said she had never met a diamond she didn’t like. The star of Moulin Rouge, wife to hotelier Conrad Hilton and later actor George Sanders, Gabor epitomized Old Hollywood glamour. A piece from the jewelry collection that defined her ‘fabulous’ persona... View Article

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Roberto Coin 18K white gold limited-edition Snake necklace with 56.89 carats black and white diamonds and 23.71 carats blue sapphires, $210,000, available by special order, +1 212 486 4545, robertocoin.com Welcome to jewelry designer Roberto Coin’s animal kingdom, where fierce beasts leave trails of sparkle at every turn and catch of light. Lions and tigers,... View Article

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