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Gold Lux Foosball Table: For people who only value precious things in life

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:56:00 +0000

I never ever imagined a Foosball table in gold but things which you don’t imagine happen pretty soon. Here is a designer encased Gold Lux Foosball table where all the metal parts are gilded and you have the option to choose from a range of twelve tables. Besides gold, other items used in completing the Foosball table are rods in stainless steel and ESG unbreakable glass. You can accompany this gold Foosball table with company or team logo on the sides or playing field. Also there are a number of options for customizing which includes color of legs, frame and field.

So if you love gold then this golden Foosball table can be all yours for just $25,350.

source: pooltableportfolio

A lunch worth $52,000 for Roman Abramovich

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:32:00 +0000

Even today millions of people sleep empty stomach but people like Roman Abramovich, billionaire and owner of Chelsea Football Club have got lots of money to blow on food which could feed an entire army. Recently Roman Abramovich had lunch at Nello's in New York and the bill came to a whopping $47,221.09.

The lunch menu comprised of filet mignon, white truffles and a bunch of expensive wines and it fed ten people at the table. An automatic gratuity of 20% was added to the bill which totaled to $7,328 but the large hearted Roman Abramovich added an extra $5,000 to the tip raising it to 26% of the bill.

Even though a representative of Roman Abramovich disputed the size of the bill but Nello still sticks to the story.

source: TMZ

A kiss for $140,000!!

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 04:52:00 +0000

Ever remembered paying for a kiss? Most of you would flatly refuse but if Charlize Theron kisses and that too for charity then it would surely command a price. Charlize Theron kissed a woman as part of a charity event held in San Francisco for OneXOne Foundation.

The winning bidder was a woman who received a seven second kiss and the kiss was planted after the bid flattened out at $37,000. (It was Charlize Theron idea to do it!!)

Source: Luxuo

Goldplated staples from Oooms

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:15:00 +0000

Never ever imagined in my wildest dreams that staples (used for normally attaching papers) could be used as a piece of jewelry. Oooms, the Dutch Design House has visualized your normal staple as a piece of jewelry and created 14 karat gold plated staples which have been nicely presented in a velvet jewelry style case.

These gold plated staples from Oooms can be applied to your clothing with the help of an average stapler. 24 pieces of such staples are available for just $210.:)

source: luxuo

Motorola Aura Diamond Edition Phone: Refined Luxury

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:26:00 +0000

Every cell phone company nowadays is working on creating luxury phones for the market and world leader Motorola is not so different. The company has announced its Motorola Aura Diamond Edition cell phone which is made from 18 carat gold and is studded with 34 diamonds.

30 diamonds have been affixed above and below the circular display of the phone whereas 4 diamonds have been placed on the navigation key on the brown keypad.

Besides precious metals and stones other features of the phone are CrystalTalk technology, quad-band GSM/EDGE connectivity, music and video players, stereo Bluetooth, web browser, email, 2MP camera and 2GB of internal memory.

Price: $5,730

source: luxuo

Lamborghini 2009 Luxury Christmas Gifts

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:15:00 +0000

With Christmas 2009 round the corner a number of companies have already started announcing their Christmas gifts which also includes luxury Christmas gifts for the richie rich too.

Lamborghini has gone ahead and announced its Lamborghini 2009 Christmas gifts collection which includes a collection of limited edition gift boxed candles and ceramic baubles seeking inspiration from Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni.

The collection also comprises of winter clothing, desk calendars, 2010 wall and T shirts. If interested you can buy them from Lamborghini dealerships or Lamborghini online store.

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Christian Dior releases next generation luxury cell phones

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 03:45:00 +0000

Your lady would surely love these phones and with Christmas around the corner it could be an ideal luxury gift for your love. Christian Dior would be releasing second generation luxury phones for December 2009.

The good thing about this new line of luxury phones is that they are gold plated and black PVD coated with encrusted sapphire crystals with prices starting at $6,500.

You can also go for the diamond encrusted models but get ready to loosen your purse string a little more as Zelie with a red casing costs $7,900 whereas Zenaide in white is available for $13,400. Another pearl casing model of this phone is Nacre which is priced at $8,700.

Its Bluetooth headset sapphire piece with either black or white jewels sells for $470. So if you have panache for luxury phones then Christian Dior is the game for you.

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Swiss Gold Bars available off the shelf at Harrods

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:40:00 +0000

Here is gold raining this season at the Harrods Department Store. It has teamed up with Swiss refiner Produits Artistiques Metaux Precieux for offering gold bars weighing each at 12.5kg.

This is the first store offering gold in store and the gold bars can be purchased from the lower ground floor of the store. Even though the store hasn’t revealed the prices yet but at the current prevailing prices it will cost somewhere around $466,000.

Seems the clouds of recession are fading away.

Source: swissinfo

Hugo by Karim Rashid: Limited Edition Perfume Bottle Man Exclusive

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:13:00 +0000

Luxury products always come in limited editions which makes them only within the reach of the elite. Hugo Boss and Karim Rashid, the famous designer have come together to create the limited edition perfume bottle Man Exclusive. Only 1000 pieces of this limited edition perfume will be available worldwide.

It is available in around 100 outlets worldwide starting from October 15 including stores such as Harvey Nichols in Dubai, Sephora in Paris, Gallerie Lafayette in Berlin and Selfridges in London.

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Royal Report: Another world’s most expensive magazine?

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 05:19:00 +0000

Here is another magazine which is fighting to be counted among one of the world’s costliest magazine. This is Royal Report, a special edition of the Czech magazine which has been released with gold letters on the cover and diamonds on the alphabet R.

To be put for auction Royal Report is expected to garner $228,936. The price of Royal Report includes a yearly subscription of the magazine, four times a year vacation worldwide along with twelve hours use of a jet plane. The magazine even aims to be listed as the most expensive magazine in the world with Guinness Book of Records.

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Michael Jackson's light glove goes under the hammer for £44,000

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 03:50:00 +0000

Probably it is the love and admiration for late Pop King Michael Jackson which has made me write this post.

The illuminated white glove of Michael Jackson which he wore during his 1984 Victory Tour had been put for auction. This white glove was termed as the ultimate piece of Michael Jackson memorabilia. It was made by Ted Shell for the 1984 tour in which Jackson brothers performed together for the last time.

The white glove comes adorned with Austrian crystal rhinestones and shining bugle beads. It comes fitted with fifty tiny lights which have been powered by nine volt battery in cuff along with a switch to turn them on and off. Wired on separate circuits, the glass bulb lights twinkle at random for added visual impact on stage. Finally it went under the hammer for £44,300.

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Swarovski Crystal Studded Sterling Silver Snake: Divine intervention or just another piece of art?

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 03:23:00 +0000

Sometimes a simple looking laptop is just not enough. Here is Dell Adamo which comes with shining Swarovski Crystal studded sterling silver snake and has been designed by Bergdorf Goodman. Priced at $5,000 it would at as a guard for your laptop when you are away from it.

Divine intervention or just another art decoration for your laptop? Decide for yourself!!

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World’s most expensive Belt for the uber rich

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 06:43:00 +0000

This is something which only the uber rich can afford to buy. Stuart Hughes from Goldstriker International and Republica Fashion have come together to create a Gucci diamond belt which for now can be dubbed as the world’s most expensive belt in the world.

This belt comes with a platinum double G Gucci logo buckle embedded with 30 carats of diamonds. Just two pieces of this diamond studded belt have been made and it’s available for $256,970 only.

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Neiman Marcus Christmas Book reveals luxury offerings yet again

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 03:59:00 +0000

With Christmas not too far away, Dallas based Neiman Marcus has revealed its 160 page Christmas Book without disappointing the luxury shoppers.

Check out some of the luxury Christmas gifts appearing in Neiman Marcus Christmas Book:

Cupcake Car

This cupcake car runs at a speed of 7 mph and is priced at $25,000.

2010 Jaguar XJL Super Charged Sedan

This is a limited edition car accompanies by five piece set of luggage matching its leather interiors. It is priced at $105,000.

ICON A5 Sports Aircraft

This is his and hers gift which comes with pilot training for two and is priced at $250,000.

Algonquin Round Table Experience

This includes dinner for two at New York's Algonquin Hotel with eight of the brightest minds of modern literature, journalism and the arts. It’s priced at $200,000.

Link source: Dallasnews

Dalmore Sirius: The premium £10,000 whisky

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 06:14:00 +0000

Some people love their whisky served in style. Here is Sirius, a premium whisky launched by Dalmore distillery. This Dalmore 1951 Sirius Vintage is a single cask, single malt whisky with cask strength of 45%. This premium whisky will only be available to private buyers and that too through a limited network of World Duty Free stores. Sirius which is being considered as one of the finest whisky will be launched at its flagship WDF store at Heathrow Terminal 5. Only 12 decanters of Sirius will be produced.

Price: £10,000 per bottle

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Lap of Luxury: Get royal spa treatment for your dog

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 04:36:00 +0000

Pet owners who have extra money to splurge are always on the hunt for ways to pamper their pets and keeping this aspect in mind, Carrie Lane and John came up with the idea of Lap of Luxury which is a dog spa offering warm water therapy using hydrotherapy pool.

The spa treatment is such that the dogs would certainly love it. Lane has been trained in canine aquatic therapy and has certification in small animal massage and bodywork. The pool at the Lap of Luxury is multi leveled and it’s in ground pool comes with gradual slope and is 5ft 6 at its deepest level. Even the concrete floor has been heated so that it feels good for the paw of the dog. For every session meditative music is played through the speaker system at the spa which helps your pet to relax.

Lap of Luxury was built from ground up and was created keeping in mind a stress free environment for dogs. Here the dogs don’t see each other while coming in and out of the sessions. Dogs enter the front reception area where they wait until their turn and leave through the back exit. This prevents dogs from getting stressed and amped.

Contact details:

Lap of Luxury

644 Pangborn Road

Lynden, WA 98264

360-354-1212

E-mail: K9LapofLuxury@aol.com

K9LapofLuxury.com

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Savor world’s most expensive breakfast at £22,000

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:20:00 +0000

Most of us would be able to digest this breakfast but I bet that very few of us would be able to digest its price. This is a coffee, croissant and cocktail breakfast created by the makers of Chambord. So what does this special breakfast comprise of:

Hand decorated bejewelled croissant covered in edible gold and diamonds
Kopi Luwak coffee washed down with a Chambord and champagne cocktail
Bar le Duc hand seeded redcurrant jam

The best thing is that the Chambord is served from a bottle of the liqueur encrusted with gold, diamonds and pearls worth $2.4 million and is topped up with Perrier Jouet Belle Epoque champagne.

If you are interested in this breakfast then you can order it on request out here.

Price: £22,000

Image and link source: telegraph

Tamlin & The Fall Miniaudieres: Artistic Luxury Handbag

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:28:00 +0000

Is this a handbag or a piece of artistic jewelry? Bound to confuse you, this is a handbag creation by Tamlin & The Fall. Made to order, this handbag is cast using a pound of precious metal.

In the picture above is the polished sterling silver shell version of the handbag with linings available in natural rattlesnake or matte black alligator. Its tassels are hand dyed feather and this exquisite creation from Miniaudiere comes in a handmade wooden box lined in deerskin.

Miniaudiere is also available in matte sterling, solid 18k polished gold or oxidized version. If you are interested in the handbag then get ready to shell out $19,800 onwards for this piece of creation.

image and link source: luxist

Fire and Cream: The Fiery Perfume from Alexandra Balahoutis

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:16:00 +0000

Fire and Cream, Ever heard of such a combination? May be not and keeping this uniqueness in mind Alexandra Balahoutis has launched her range of Strange Invisible Perfumes.

Fire and Cream is part of the Strange Invisible Perfume collection. This scent is created from natural botanical essences which are completely different from solvent perfumes being sold in the market. With a base of beverage quality organic grape alcohol and organic jojoba oil extract essences, Fire and Cream is bound to create an impact in the market. It comes with layers of earthy vetiver, patchouli with soft white lavender, sandalwood, spark of orange blossom and tuberose.

1.7 fl. Oz of this eau de parfum sells for $145.

image and link source: luxist

Blackberry becomes world’s most expensive phone

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 05:36:00 +0000

Ever thought that a Blackberry would sell for $200,366? Alexander Amosu has made that possible and created what it says is the world’s most expensive diamond encrusted Blackberry.

This personalized handset has been crafted in solid 18 carat yellow gold with 4,459 brilliant cut diamonds worth 28.43 carats adorning it. It comes inscribed with your name and you can also avail a 24-hour global concierge service. Only three handsets have been created and one of which has already been purchased by a client in Middle East.

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The $500,000 wedding gown from David Tutera

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:27:00 +0000

I believe this is just the tip of an iceberg if you are looking for some pricey wedding gowns. This is the platinum wedding gown which was showcased at the David Tutera by Faviana wedding dress collection runway show on September 22 at Gotham Hall in New York City.

You must be wondering what is so special about this gown? It comes with ten feet of platinum chain, 33 carats of diamonds, 145.84 carats of aquamarine, white keshi pearls and adorned with a stunning white south sea pearl pendant suspended from platinum. It’s matched with platinum colored tulle veil and bouquet. Priced at $501,640, it can be purchased at Michael C. Fina at 545 Fifth Ave New York, NY if you are interested.

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Jorg Gray 6500 Chronograph Commemorative Edition: Get the Obama watch

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 04:39:00 +0000

Luxury good sales have nosedived in the recent past, all thanks to recession but the same cannot be said about Jorg Gray, high end luxury watch maker. Jorg Gray watch was gifted to US President Barack Obama by the Secret Service Agent on his 46th birthday. The agents had been looking for something good looking, rugged and highly accurate and for this reason Jorg Gray watched got a nod.

The 6500 Chronograph Commemorative Edition is only available at the Secret Service store with the agency logo on the front and sells for $325. It sports the date of Jan. 20, 2009 when President Barack Obama was sworn in as the president.

At $325, I would say it’s still a bargain.

image and link source: usnews

Di Murini Spotlight Mastectomy Lingerie Collection: The Luxury Lingerie

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 04:24:00 +0000

If you are a woman who is rich and if you are looking for mastectomy bras then you would not go for something which is cheap. Keeping in mind the needs of rich women out there, Di Murini has launched its limited edition Spotlight mastectomy lingerie collection which comprises of Swarovski crystals adorned mastectomy bras.

The Spotlight mastectomy lingerie has been designed to raise awareness about breast cancer and to raise money for charity Against Breast Cancer. The bras are priced at £1200 and 50% of the profits would go towards breast cancer research.

Siam Sparkle Bra

This is a red satin bra with over 1500 Swarovski crystals and is matched with matching briefs.

Night Sky Bra

The Night Sky Bra is available in clear midnight sky color and can be worn with high waisted trousers and sheer blouse.

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The Diamond Encrusted Vintage Headphones

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 06:37:00 +0000

Check this only if you have deep pockets!! Here is a vintage headphone encrusted with diamonds and gemstones. This headphone weighing one kg was created as a part of image makeover of Elva Hsiao. Priced at S$13,000, these vintage headphones were decorated personally by Elva and stylists.

Definitely it could be a great possession to flaunt but may not be suited as a head gear since it weighs 1000 grams.

image and link source: yahoo

Penthouses selling for $39 Million in Hong Kong

noreply@blogger.com (luxuryqueen) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 08:04:00 +0000

At a time when economy is reeling under recession and property prices are tumbling like pack of cards opposite seems to be happening in the land of Hong Kong. Sun Hung Kai Properties Ltd which is the largest developer in the world by market value has shot up the prices of two of its penthouses in Hong Kong by 50% to a record price of $9,700/sq ft as demand for luxury apartments has started to shoot up.

Each unit is being offered at a price of $39 million each covering a total of 4,000 square feet on three floors with an outdoor garden and swimming pool.

I just wonder why god gives all the money to just a few!!

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