Wednesday 30 November 2011

Glass Multi-Touch Keyboard & Mouse

This Glass Multi-Touch Keyboard & Mouse ($350) uses infrared LEDs placed at the edge of the glass — in conjunction with one or more cameras — to detect your touches on the completely clear tempered glass surface. Other features include Bluetooth support, rechargeable lithium polymer batteries, tactile sounds and lighting that can be disabled at your desire, and solid metal.


Sergio Rossi 2012 SS Taupe open-toe sandal with blue knotted silk cord laces

For Spring 2012 Sergio Rossi serves up some covetable styles each of which rivals the other.  Inspired by the Japanese art of  Shibuya every style is pure heat. 


Baume & Mercier Capeland Flyback Chronograph Watch



Set for release next spring, Baume & Mercier unveils a stunning variation of their Capeland Flyback Chronograph with a black dial and gilt Breguet hands and red scales. Definitely the type of watch that is beautiful today and just as beautiful in 50 years when you're showing it off to your grandchildren. 
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Monday 28 November 2011

Chopard L.U.C XPS Limited Edition Watch



Chopard is honoring the determined work behind the 125 years of the Geneva Seal (Poinçon de Genève) with a special edition of their hallmark watch the L.U.C XPS model. It is the highest accolade a Swiss-made timekeeper can be distinguished by. This limited to 125 iterations watch features a 39.5mm case made of 18kt rose gold and a Swiss automatic Chopard in-house L.U.C. caliber 1.96 with 29 jewels, 28.800 vph, a power reserve of 65 hours and a compelling elegance only a few watches know to convey.
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Sweet Potato Pie Cupcakes



These Sweet Potato Pie Cupcakes were lovingly crafted by the prolific food blogger Jessica from the wildly popular food blog How Sweet it is.
These Sweet Potato Pie Cupcakes start with a crisp graham cracker crumb base that serves as a delightful contrast to the velvety sweet potato spiked cake. The petite cakes are topped with an airy and wonderfully sticky Marshmallow Buttercream Frosting. The whole decadent affair is garnished with crushed pecans and a drizzle caramel sauce.
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The Philips PowerPlant



The Philips PowerPlant is a creative energy monitor designed to provide an emotional connection between you and your energy consumption. The product is a combination planter/energy meter that only releases life-giving water to your plants when your energy use is low.
If you are someone who leaves the television and light on 24/7, then you are going to have a lot of dead plants on your hands. The Philips PowerPlant would make monitoring energy use simple and easy. After all, one of the quickest ways to create a greener planet is through energy conservation. 
The Philips PowerPlant would give people a reason to turn off their lights and unplug their appliances, because without doing so, their plants will not last long!
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Sunday 27 November 2011

Rollerboy Spikes loafers by Christian Louboutin


It appears that spikes are going to be a recurring theme for Christian Louboutin Roller-Boat Spikes show. The designer’s No Limit collection was bristling with them, and now he is continuing to unveil new men’s footwear with this daring, sharp look.
Modelled after his iconic Rollerboy Spikes loafers, the Christian Louboutin Roller-Boat Spikes take on a more casual, sneaker form. Fit for a rockstar prince like the loafer is for a king, these slip-ons are made out of premium woven calf leather upper. Although a bold design, it could easily be the focal point of any basic outfit. These heavily embellished shoes are set to hit shelves at the end of this year.
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The Noisezero O+ Eco headphone at Colette




The Noisezero O+ Eco headphone edition is for those looking for great sound quality in an eco-friendly packaging.
Like the EOps Noisezero 1+ Earbuds, these headphones are made out of cornstarch bioplastics and reused aluminum, which makes them recyclable. Yet, unlike the earbud edition, this Noisezero O+ Eco headphone edition generates a more powerful sound and super strong bass. By using the bioplastics, a natural feeling, mid-tone is also achieved.
Designed by Michael Young for EOPS and online store Collette, the Noisezero O+ Eco headphone edition is available in gray anthracite or gold finish.
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Wood Paneling Cupcake Wrappers



Wood Paneling Cupcake Wrappers, a new product first featured on NellieCakes.com is handmade and distinctive. These fun wrappers created by the site’s owner are in high demand and a desirable gift for cupcake enthusiasts everywhere.
These timber-themed cupcake enclosures are custom-made, professionally printed, hand cut and sold in a set of twelve. The clever wrappers are shipped flat allowing for custom cutting, sizing and overall versatility that caters to every individual’s cupcake needs.
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The Electronic Butterfly in a Jar



The Electronic Butterfly in a Jar with the aid of a couple of batteries and an electronic wire mechanism,will come to life when you tap on the lid of their jar or make a loud noise in close proximity to it. There are four different types of butterfly to choose from: Monarch, Yellow Swallowtail, Blue Morpho and Pink Morpho. With the Electronic Butterfly in a Jar, you can keep your new friend captive and never have to worry about it inevitably dying, unless, of course, its batteries do.
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Friday 25 November 2011

Berco's most expensive popcorn


Berco’s Billion dollar popcorn created a golden shower version, making it the most expensive the world over.
Ingredients: Organic sugar for caramel, Butter (from Vermont Creamery), Nielsen Massey Bourbon Vanilla, the world’s most expensive salt, Laeso and garnished with 23K edible gold flakes.
Laeso is a particular salt that has been derived by processes which are over 1000 years old, and are traced back to the Danish Island of Laeso. Since production is limited to this small, procuring the same becomes rather difficult, thus making the variety rather expensive. However, the rates for this variety of popcorn are as follows: 1 Quart: $100, 1 Gallon: $250, 2 Gallons: $500, 6.5 Gallons: $1,000. 
Custom Tin: For the popcorn-lovers who want them all, the company also offers a option to order a "Custom Tin." You can select any three different flavors of these gourmet popcorns and split them just the way you you want.
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The Porsche Design Tower



A Miami Beach condo developer plans to build a new skyscraper with a robotic parking deck built in.
The Porsche Design Tower project will allow owners to ride their vehicles into a robotic elevator system that drops them and their vehicles at their doorstep.
The $560 million tower will rise in Sunny Isles Beach as part of a collaboration between Porsche Design Group and a local developer, Gil Dezer.



“After the resident pulls over and switches off the engine, a robotic arm that works much like an automatic plank will scoop up the car and put it into the elevator.”
“Once at the desired floor, the same robotic arm will park the car, leaving the resident nearly in front of his front door.”
The condo will have 132 units over 57 stories, with larger units sporting up to four parking spaces per unit.
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Razzle Dazzle and Double Trouble by MB&F







Two new limited editions based on the MB&F Horological Machine No. 4 Thunderbolt are released today. Meet Razzle Dazzle and Double Trouble!
Inspired by the nose art of WWII aircraft, the figures are painted by Isabelle Villa and covered with clear protective lacquer to prevent damage.



In addition to the hand painted images, the pair also have hand-applied titanium rivets on the titanium case, reminiscent of the fuselage of vintage aircraft.
To complete the look they matched the watch with a strap made from authentic vintage Swiss military bags.
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Pierre Hermé, the Picasso of Pastry


Pierre Hermé is known as “the Picasso of Pastry” by world-renowned publication Vogue surely gives Hermé more than mere brownie points. With fame dripping from his very name in France, Japan and the United States, Pierre is looked up to by world-class chefs and bakeries.

When you take a trip to the Pierre Hermé stores in Paris or Tokyo, be warned, your taste buds won’t even know what hit them, and neither will your peepers. Be prepared for some extremely savory and heart-melting pastries, cakes, creamed snacks and many more. 


Thursday 24 November 2011

Toilet Yoga Book




Toilet Yoga ($12) - The book con­tains 15 ‘poses’ that work in var­i­ous sit­u­a­tions and loca­tions. The guide walks you through the move­ments so you can walk through yours (or sit). Depend­ing on your skill level, you may choose to start at a 1 bowl on our rat­ing scale, or if you’re feel­ing adven­tur­ous, move up to a 3 or 4 bowl move. As you progress through our teach­ings, you’ll be con­fi­dent that you can safely han­dle a 5 bowl maneu­ver.
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The LED Glow Chess Set




The LED Glow Chess Set ($44) is awesome. The LED lights dim as you lift the pieces off the board and glow when you set it back down.
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The GoldenEye Hotel and Resort in Jamaica




The GoldenEye Hotel and Resort in Jamaica was the island retreat of James Bond author Ian Flemming. It has seventeen beach cottages on the turquoise blue Carribean Sea each with its own plunge pool and hot tub. It is situated near the quiet country town of Oracabessa on the north of the island. There are two highly acclaimed restaurants on the sea which serve both traditional Jamaican and modern cuisine.
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Audemars Piguet Millenary 4101 Watch




The Audemars Piguet Millenary 4101 was awarded the first place prize in the peoples choice category of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie this year. The selfwinding Calibre 4101 is made in-house to show the elements normally concealed on the back to be visible from the front. 




The case is made of stainless steel with a sapphire crystal back. The dial is anthracite colored with applied pink gold Roman numerals and pink gold hands. The Millenary 4101 has a sixty hour power reserve and a hand sewn black crocodile skin strap.
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Derringer Cycles by Restoration Hardware




Vintage motorcycle artisans Derringer Cycles delivers a special edition bike into the hands of luxury furniture retailer Restoration Hardware for their exclusive holiday gift selection. The bike ($3,500) will be painted in Restoration Hardware's signature grey and will feature Kevlar-reinforced racing tires and a copper riveted black leather saddle. 
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Wednesday 23 November 2011

Cookie Tray by Stina Sandwall


The cookie connoisseur will love this magnificent cookie display designed by Stina Sandwall for Asplund of Sweden.
This elegantly elevated tray is sturdy and simple – perfect for serving not just cookies – but pastries, fruit, cakes – or even for keeping your keys, cell phone and wallet in one place.
Price is around $150.
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Roca London Gallery by Zaha Hadid Architecture




The Spanish sanitaryware manufacturing company Roca with the architects of Zaha Hadid Architecture have recently opened a surprisingly dynamic and undulating gallery space in London, where their products are displayed in a customized space. Roca London Gallery gathers together great modern commercial design and fascinating products. 
The architects of Zaha Hadid Architecture described the space as the place “where a fluid architectural space meets innovative Roca products“.




Contemporary plastic furniture and ceiling elements adorn the spaces, creating a futuristic look. The space captures the essence and values of the global Roca brand, enhancing their customer’s experience with the brand and products. This gallery is the latest addition to Roca’s showrooms: Roca Barcelona Gallery, the Roca Madrid Gallery and the Roca Lisbon Gallery.
Roca’s London showroom is located near Chelsea Harbour, London, and features a reception and lounge area with sinuous design lines that undulate towards semi-open zones for product displays and a meeting room space.
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HL Classic Watch






Hautlence is a fledgling watchmaker located in the Swiss town Neuchâtel,  known for paying rigorous attention to exclusivity. To this end, the HL Classic will be available in a limited range of 88 iterations only. A 44mm case crafted from 18kt rose or white gold or titanium black DLC, houses a Swiss manual-wind Hautlence in-house caliber HLQ, that beeps at 21.600 vph and features a power reserve of 40 hours, a jumping hour, a retrograde minute and quick date function. Price $57.000
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Tuesday 22 November 2011

The Earbuds Bracelet




The Earbuds Bracelet Seems Modeled After the Apple Product
Female music lovers around the world will certainly want the Earbuds Bracelet, especially if they are also fans of Apple products, as the design appears to be modeled after the tech giant’s own simple yet iconic earphones.
Created by jewelry designer Monserat De Lucca, who brought viewers the Measuring Tape Wristlet earlier this year, the Earbuds Bracelet shows yet again how everyday objects can be appreciated in other forms. Athropologie, who is currently selling the Earbuds Bracelet on its site, writes, “From knobby ends to sleek plug, this golden rendering of a constant modern-day companion coils musically around your wrist.”
This chic design would make a beautiful gift for that special someone, and is released at the perfect time with the holidays coming up.
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The Ferrari Coffee Table



This is a coffee table containing the compacted remains of a Ferrari inside constructed by designer Charly Molinelli.
He came up with the idea after a customer asked him to design something “a bit special” for their front room.
He then sourced a wreck and built a wooden cabinet on wheels to present to his client – although the price of the swanky piece is unknown.



The French artist said: “It was hard to find a Ferrari that had been crashed hard enough for it to be completely written off.
“As you can imagine it does not happen every day. But with a lot of luck, we did find a garage which had one that we and the customer approved of. It was just right.”
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Nissan Juke-R




A one-off build, the Juke-R takes Nissan's smallish crossover and crams a 485 hp, twin-turbo V6 — taken from the GT-R, in case you were wondering — under its stunted hood, making for what are sure to be some striking track times, and adds to the flair with a matte black paint job, black rims, racing seats, and five-point harnesses. 
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Eclipse by Sebastien Sauvage


Inspired by the past, Eclipse by Sebastien Sauvage is a re-interpretation of the classic DECT phone. Equipped with all of the digital technology that has become necessary in today’s day and age, it also takes on a sculptural form to appease the minimalist and artistic appreciation modern society currently holds.
Although Eclipse by Sebastien Sauvage tackles a soon-to-be extinct piece of technology, it is designs like these that might keep it around just a little longer.
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Monday 21 November 2011

The DenHaus BowHaus Silver Pet Crate



The DenHaus BowHaus Silver Pet Crate ($600) is a round indoor pet crate that works as an indoor doghouse, an end table, and an enviable design piece accenting any modern interior. The clean lines of this contemporary pet furniture make it a versatile fit in your living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom or den.
The DenHaus BowHaus Silver Pet Crate features a sliding door to allow your pet to come and go. The starburst design in the steel walls allows for maximum ventilation for your pet, while appealing to your design-loving sensibilities. The powder-coated steel crate is also easy to assemble and clean.
The DenHaus BowHaus Silver Pet Crate comes in one size, suitable for small dogs or cats, or to cleverly conceal a litter box. DenHaus also manufactures a BowHaus Dog Bed mattress to fit perfectly inside the silver crate.
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2 Victoria’s Secret stores to open in Istanbul



Victoria’s Secret is opening in Istanbul! Limited Brands — in partnership with Kuwait based Alshaya Co. and Park Bravo Group — is preparing to introduce Victoria’s Secret lingerie to the Turkish market. The first Victoria’s Secret store is expected to open by the end of November in "City’s" shopping mall of the fashionable Nisantasi neighborhood, while a second store is to open by the end of the year in Istanbul’s luxury shopping mall, Istinye Park.
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The Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder



The Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder is the fourth iteration of the Gallardo Spyder. The V10 engine outputs five hundred and fifty horse power allowing it to go from zero to one hundred kilometers per hour in four point two seconds with a top speed of three hundred and seventeen kilometers per hour. 




The Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder is only two wheel drive so it has updated ESP to handle the additional strain on the two powered wheels.
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Parmigiani Toric Minute Repeater




Parmigiani have created Toric Minute Repeater inspired by antique watches. The handwound movement of the Calibre PF 321 features a minute repeater with cathedral chimes, fourty five hour power reserve, ten meter water resistance, and thirty three jewels. The large bezel on the face is made from white gold which is hand engraved with geometric patterns and the visible portion of the dial is inlaid with white mother of pearl. The Toric Watch Minute Repeater has a Hermés alligator strap with an eighteen carat white gold ardillon buckle.
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The White Stilton Gold


Long Clawson Dairy has produced what’s being called the world’s most expensive cheese, the White Stilton Gold which is made with real gold flakes and gold-Cinnamon Schnapps. It will be going for £60 per 100 grams when it goes on sale this holiday season.
Janice Breedon, spokesperson for the cheese-makers said: “For confidentiality reasons I can’t publicly identify the people who have inquired about our Clawson Stilton Gold but, suffice to say, they are all very well known.”
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Saturday 19 November 2011

Christian Louboutin SS12 No Limit Collection




It appears that the Christian Louboutin SS12 No Limit collection really has…no limit. From spiked tips to bedazzled bodies and various animal prints (on one sneaker).
Either way, the Christian Louboutin SS12 No Limit collection really makes an impact. Price: $2495
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Repurpose Cups




Repurpose Compostables has created the “world’s greenest coffee cup,” Repurpose Compostables focuses on plant-based mugs that are not only non-toxic, but are able to decompose in an astounding 90 days.
Based in Los Angeles, Repurpose Compostables’ insulated coffee cup is made from corn and uses soy based inks. With a single wall, it uses 65% less Co2 to manufacture, easily making it the least wasteful and most environmentally conscious cup currently on the market.
Repurpose Compostables’ cup is launching with a Repurpose This! Facebook campaign that encourages people to share photos of things they have repurposed for prizes every 90 hours.
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Kumarii online retailer






The online retailer Kumarii is ahead of its time. It’s not just chic clothing that Kumarii wants to sell, it’s the entire concept of fusion.
Inspired by globalization, Sarah Katyal, the Toronto native that started the new online business venture, wants to share her love of Eastern culture with her fellow Westerners. She hopes to inject her already extraordinarily multicultural city with an even greater sense of unity by making beloved products from Southern Asia and Eastern Asia, such as foods, clothing, accessories and decorum, readily accessible to them. 
Kumarii also curates every single one of their products, giving visitors wonderful anecdotes to read while they make their purchases.
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Friday 18 November 2011

Hot Rod Mug



This Hot Rod mug is keeping your coffee piping hot while tethered to your cars 12v outlet. Features include an analog temperature gauge, LED power indicator, chrome accents and your choice of candy apple read or midnight glossy black colors.

Space rings

Space rings, which were unveiled at the recently held Dubai International Jewelry Week, are available as 2 separate categories, namely Space Wedding rings and Space rings, these will indeed be exclusive with only 50 units of each available on sale.
They are available in 2 options: space rings, and space wedding rings. The space wedding rings are available as a pair for $17,000 each which will have men’s and a woman’s ring in them. Rather delicately handcrafted and polished, they indeed make the occasion special for the bride and groom. Each of these rings has been engraved with serial number of production, from which customers get to choose and buy.


The space rings are more generalistic, and are meant for collectors of exotic jewelry. These are also a limited edition set with 50 produced overall, but come with a lower price tag of $12,000 each. However, the lucky customers will each get a USB pen drive, which will have documented details of the space flight in which these rings will be there, and also a separate certificate testifying the authenticity of these rings. 


Wiesmann Roadster MF5




Wiesmann Roadster MF5 with the new and improved BMW V8 engine has this imposing appearance thanks to the work of a German car wrapping company, SchwabenFolia. Their crew has managed to do a remarkable job on the exterior of the MF5 that justifies its name ‘Black Bat’. 
The MF5 is draped in vinyl and sports a matte black finish on the outer panels and door sills.
Impressively, the famous outline of the Nurburgring Nordschleife is embossed into the wrap on the upper door sills of the MF5. 






In addition, it also sports a contrasting red Batman logo on the rear bumper. The Black Bat’s stunning look is carried to the interiors as well and the completely blacked out 20-inch alloy wheels complete the Batman look of the MF5. 
The power plant of this roadster comprises of a 4.4-liter V8 engine from BMW. The Twin Scroll engine delivers a monstrous 555 horsepower and powers the vehicle from 0 to 100 km/h in an impressive 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 311 km/h. The price of this super exclusive roadster starts at around $250,000, but sans the matte black coating.
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TF Est. 1968 Tourbillon cufflinks



TF Est. 1968, a French-Swiss watchmaker has launched a pair of tourbillon cufflinks crafted in rose gold and set in rubies cufflinks specially for Christmas.
These cufflinks are cased in 18K gold sporting an array of carbon details of watch making mechanism. The design of the cufflinks is precise and clasp system holds the piece in place. These cufflinks comes with two years of guarantee and are resistant to shock. The Yellow/Rose/White gold diamond set versions is priced at $11,900, the Rose/White gold version is priced at $6,900 where as Yellow/Rose/White gold set with rubies, emerald or black diamond’s retails at $9,500. 
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Thursday 17 November 2011

Cartier Cadran Lové Tourbillon watch


Cartier Cadran Lové Tourbillon watch, a piece that will be officially unveiled in January 2012 at SIHH in Geneva, Switzerland.
This piece builds off of previous innovations and design motifs to result in this interesting looking timepiece.
The Caliber 9458 powering the Cadran Lové Tourbillon is a variant of an already existing tourbillon (the ladies “Alligator Tourbillon”) but the watch itself is decidedly masculine, i.e. with sculpted Roman numerals rather than a pave diamond crocodile.
The tourbillon is actually a “flying tourbillon”, a complicated execution of the tourbillon in which the tourbillon carriage seems to “fly” on bridges.
Cartier connoisseurs will recognize the Roman Numeral design from to that used on the Santos skeleton watches in prior years.


The Blacktop 360 Grill-Fryer



The Blacktop 360 Grill-Fryer ($250) combines a deep fryer, grill, griddle, and warming plate into a single circular gas-powered wonder, letting you grill burgers, cook hot dogs, fry onion rings and get your buns warmed up all without moving an inch.
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Porsche Panamera GTS



The polarizing Panamera gets the GTS treatment with a car that combines the practicality of a sedan with the racing characteristics of a Carrera. The all wheel drive GTS will be powered by a modified 4.8 liter V8 that puts out 430 horsepower and will hit 62 mph from a standstill in 4.5 seconds on the way to a top speed of 178 mph.
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