pk24 chaise lounge

the pk24 chaise lounge designed by poul kjaerholm for fritz hansen. designed in 1965, this chair is wonderful on its own or with a couple of pk22 chairs. with a frame constructed of stainless steel, the pk24 is made of wicker and comes with a leather upholstered headrest. all leather is the finest quality danish hereford hide. please choose from natural, dark natural, red, tan, black-brown or black. color swatches are approximations, color may vary. images by fritz hansen.

$9759.00

Panasonic AG-HVX200

Panasonic Broadcast recently announced that its AG-HVX200, the world’s first hand-held high definition solid-state memory camcorder, will begin delivering to resellers on December 29th. The HVX200 uniquely combines multiple high definition and standard definition formats, multiple recording modes and variable frames rates, and the vast benefits of P2 solid state memory recording in a rugged, compact design.

Features:

* 1080/60i, 1080/24p, 1080/30p, 720/60p, 720/24p, 720/30p, 480/60i, 480/24p, 480/30p
* Some variable frame rates in 720p mode
* DVCPRO HD/50/25 and DV recording
* 1/3" 16:9 native progressive 3-CCD imager
* 16:9/4:3 switchable for DVCPRO 50/25 and DV recording, 16:9 native for DVCPRO HD
* Wide angle Leica Dicomar high definition lens with optical image stabilizer (motorized/manual mode switchable)
* ND filters
* Cam-driven manual zoom
* CineGammaTM and NewsGamma software
* Two P2 card slots
* Mini-DV tape transport for DV recording
* 3.5" LCD display
* 48kHz 16-bit 4-channel PCM audio (2 XLRs)
* HD Component (D4) output
* Composite input/output
* S-Video input/output
* Standard IEEE 1394 interface
* USB 2.

Panasonic announced introductory pricing for the HVX200 including $5,995 suggested list price of the camcorder only, a $7,295 list price for the camcorder and two 4GB P2 cards, and a $9,995 list price for the camcorder and two 8GB P2 cards. Pricing on other introductory HVX200 packages are available at www.panasonic.com/hvx200.

Louis Vuitton Luxembourg Open-Side Pump

Louis Vuitton presents a very classic, very Vuitton look with this elegant Luxembourg pump, combining the casual-chic Monogram Mini canvas with glossy calf leather. Finished with alluring open sides, a pointed toe and a beautifully curved heel.

Louis Vuitton Luxembourg Open-Side Pump - $555

Russian delicacy goes on sale in low-end vending machine

Friday, Moscow took another step toward justifying its reputation as one of the world's most expensive cities by installing a vending machine dispensing one of the country's best-loved delicacies: caviar writes RIA Novosti

In a move that seems to reflect the country's new-found riches and makes Coke machines look almost proletarian in comparison, the dispenser, known locally as an "ikromat" from the Russian word for caviar "ikra", has been set up in a City Hall building on the New Arbat.

Louis Vuitton Monaco Scarf

Fluid and feminine, Louis Vuitton's Monaco scarf flatters the silhouette, falling comfortably against the body. The rich weight of the crepe enhances the satin jacquard patterns. Solid colors make a strong fashion statement. Scarves edged by hand.

Louis Vuitton Monaco Scarf $220.00

Louis Vuitton Globe Shopper Cabas GM

The largest of the new Globe Shopper collection, this refined tote proudly touts the line's signature historic Louis Vuitton logo. Printed on a linen patch that sits atop the fine cotton-and-linen canvas, the logo gives the bag a look that is at once traditional and modern for a very now appeal.

Louis Vuitton Globe Shopper Cabas GM $1,570.00

Small Cole Haan Duffle

Italian handcrafted small duffle for overnight or gym in fine tobacco ostrich. Center top zip. Custom polished nickel hardware. Red nylon twill lining. 10 1/2"H x 19" W x 8"D

Cole Haan - $4000

Bottega Veneta Woven sterling silver link bracelet

Woven sterling silver link bracelet with faceted onyx droplets. Bracelet has clasp fastening. $1330

China will consume about 29 percent of the world's total luxury goods in 2015

US securities dealer Goldman Sachs said in its latest report that China will consume about 29 percent of the world's total luxury goods in 2015, surpassing Japan as the world's top luxury brands consumer.

The Goldman Sachs report, released in Beijing last week, predicted that the demand of luxury goods in China will grow by 25 percent annually in the coming four years, with its global share surging from 12 percent in 2004 to 29 percent in 2015, exceeding Japan's expected 28 percent at that time.

Living : Luxury Condos St. Louis Riverfront

In partnership with Pinnacle Entertainment Inc., Rodgers Group Development plans to develop a 10-story, 49-unit condominium complex in St. Louis. Located at Laclede's Landing, the development, named Port St. Louis, will overlook the Mississippi River, the Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis.

The $25 million project represents half of the development investments to which Pinnacle committed in an agreement with the city of St. Louis - read More

Eat : Bette

Club queen Amy Sacco (of Lot 61 and Bungalow 8), & her ID counterpart, Diana Vinoly, have created a new intimate space, simply-named Bette. Combining the chit-chat intimacy of old 19th-century Parisian salons with the walnut-panelled informality of a Left Bank brasserie, the duo have transformed a London Terrace space in Chelsea along with the help of architect Carolina Buzzetti writes Wallpaper

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