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Louis Vuitton comes in at number one as the most valuable luxury brand in the according to a recent report from Millward Brown Optimor’s 2012 BrandZ. Worth a wopping $25.9 billion, a 7 percent increase from 2011, this is the seventh year in a row that LV has held on to it’s title.
“Luxury is seen as a good investment with people increasingly buying classic pieces rather than high fashion,” Millward Brown Optimor Managing Director Nick Cooper said in a statement. “Those who can afford it indulge, including young professionals who, increasingly unable to buy houses, are spending their disposable income on mid-tier luxury.”
Check out the top ten most valuable luxury brands below.
1. Louis Vuitton, $25.9 billion, up 7%
2. Hermes, $19.1 billion, up 61%
3. Rolex, $7.17 billion, up 36%
4. Chanel, $6.7 billion
5. Gucci, $6.4 billion (down 14%)
6. Prada, $5.7 billion (first time in top 10)
7. Cartier, $4.8 billion
8. Hennessy, $4.6 billion
9. Moet & Chandon, $4.2 billion
10. Burberry, $4.09 billion
SOURCE: Bloomberg.com
~vK
Here’s a look at one of the 66 World Series of Poker Finalists Bracelets designed by Jason of Beverly Hills.
This marks the countdown to the unveiling of the, never before seen, WSOP Main Event bracelet, being presented at the Jason of Beverly Hills Boutique at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas, NV (May, 17, 2012) – The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has chosen famed celebrity jewelry designer Jason Arasheben, “Jason of Beverly Hills”, to design this year’s WSOP Main Event bracelet, in addition to the 66 other championship pieces to be awarded during the WSOP and WSOP Europe in 2012.
Jason of Beverly Hills has become the jeweler of choice for entertainment and sports stars alike. From producing the two world championship rings for the Los Angeles Lakers to custom jewelry for celebrities such as Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Rihanna and Diddy and athletes like Matt Kemp, Dwayne Wade and LeBron James, his reputation for creating lavish, over-the-top diamond masterpieces has quickly cemented Jason as the go to source for those seeking one-of-a-kind masterpieces.
To commemorate and celebrate each of our World Series of Poker victors in 2012, Jason of Beverly Hills promises to raise the bar – and the bling – for poker’s highest achievement.
“Blinger is Better,” said WSOP Executive Director Ty Stewart. “Jason grasped the heritage of WSOP bracelets, but was only interested if he could take it up several notches. This is a trophy that truly embodies the promise of today’s WSOP – seemingly unthinkable dreams are dealt each year. I challenge anyone to keep a poker face when they see this bracelet in person.”
Jason of Beverly Hills has been perfecting his craft for more than a decade, after studying at UCLA. His hard work and hustle has earned him media exposure far and wide and he has become highly sought after for those seeking jewelry that really makes a statement.
“We are honored to have the opportunity to create this masterpiece for the World Series of Poker and it will go down as the most expensive piece of championship jewelry across all major sports,” said Jason of Beverly Hills about the WSOP Main Event gold bracelet. “We will tour this bracelet in our Las Vegas and Beverly Hills boutique so the world can bear witness to this historic work of art.”
The WSOP Main Event gold bracelet will feature a collection of the finest quality, hand-picked round cut diamonds, while the four card suits will feature rubies and black diamonds. The bracelet features over 160 grams of 14 karat gold and over 35 carats of flawless diamonds.
These unique characteristics make this bracelet truly priceless in value.
The WSOP gold bracelet is the measuring stick for the poker industry. It’s the dream of all poker players. Whether you have eleven like current record-holder Phil Hellmuth or are seeking your first, poker players dream of winning a World Series of Poker (WSOP) gold bracelet and cementing their names in the history books.
SOURCE: WSOP NEWS
Stay tuned for the first look at the WSOP MAIN EVENT BRACELET here at JBHBlog.com ~vK
Academy Award winning actress, Tilda Swinton literally scorches in this new editorial released by Candy Magazine. Known for her groundbreaking performances in Michael Clayton and We Need to Talk About Kevin (a must see!) Swinton transforms into a fiery siren in these breathtaking shots.
Candy Mag, which is known as “the first transversal style magazine” features familiar faces such as James Franco, who appeared in drag on their premiere issue.
Candy is the first fashion magazine completely dedicated to celebrating transvestism, transexuality, crossdressing and androgyny in all their glory.
Candy is a style magazine about fashion, art, culture, make-up, glamour, icons, amazing transformations and fun.
SOURCE: byluisvenegas.com
Tilda Swinton has always had such a great, unique style. She manages daring looks and takes risks without appearing to insist upon just “looking different”. To me, she simply looks amazing down to her most natural, unassuming style choices.
I love this chic! ~vK
Everyone has an Addiction; what’s yours?
These bold new pieces can be found at the Jason of Beverly Hills Boutique inside the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas, or you can go HERE for more details.
Info@JasonofBH.com
Sometimes it’s good to be bad. ~vK
Here are a few of my favorite looks on the red carpet at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival.
Lana del Rey kept it simple, yet strikingly beautiful in a Alberta Ferretti f/w 2012-13 black gown and Chopard jewels.
You have to give it to Jane Fonda. She shut down ladies half her age in this gorgeous Atelier Versace f/w 2011-12 bronze gown. She gave us sheer and shine which looks lovely on her.
Diane Kruger oozed glamor in this mint green Giambattista Valli couture gown. Soft and effortless. FAB.
I LOVE this look on Fan Bing Bing! She rocked this Christopher Bu embroidered gown, worn with Chopard jewellery, bringing life to the carpet with a different yet elegant look.
Eva Herzigova was the epitome of class in this custom-made Dolce & Gabbana number. Her jewelry choice is also fabulous; she looks like royalty.
Hands down, we all know Eva Longoria took home the trophy for best dressed! She slayed in this Marchesa gown with that dramatic tulle train and embroidered detailing. Absolutely stunning.
Check out this steamy new video from R&B crooner, John Legend called “Tonight” of the “Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man” Soundtrack.
Legend is giving all kinds of sexy here, both with and without clothes. As much as the ladies are loving the eye candy in the video, I am partial to the shots where he’s serenading his lady in a suit that is tailored to absolute perfection! Legend is wearing one of the popular diamond lapel accent pins from the Gentleman’s Collection by Jason of Beverly Hills and fashion stylist David Thomas.
Info@JasonofBH.com
David Thomas is known to keep the fellas dressed to the nines, and this time is no exception. Take notes guys. ~vK
How CUTE is this!
Nicki Minaj, just released her highly anticipated video, “Right By My Side” today, featuring a surprising co-star and “love interest”– hip hop legend NAS.
The Harajuku Barbie and “The Don” share some lovey dovey moments in this video, but what really caught my eye is that ginormous gold and diamond chain she wearing by Jason of Beverly Hills! Well that, and the scorching hot kiss the two share at the end of the video…check it out below.
If you recognize this incredible piece, we previously mentioned the Mayan Calendar inspired chain was made exclusively for Nas by Jason of Beverly Hills. He was sweet enough to let Nicki borrow it for the vid. Aww.
I see she likes it!
Be sure to grab Nicki’s latest album Pink Friday: “Roman Reloaded” and look out for Nas’s album this summer called “Life Is Good”.
Sure looks that way Nasir 
vK
The Met Museum presents an extraordinary new exhibit, Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations, featuring an intimate “conversation” between the two designers accompanied by some of their most iconic pieces. Both of Italian heritage and major staples in the fashion industry, Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada share similarities in design aesthetics despite coming from different eras of fashion.
Check out the video below for a preview of the exhibit.
The Met’s Spring 2012 Costume Institute exhibition, Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations, explores the striking affinities between Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada, two Italian designers from different eras. Inspired by Miguel Covarrubias’s “Impossible Interviews” for Vanity Fair in the 1930s, the exhibition features orchestrated conversations between these iconic women to suggest new readings of their most innovative work. Iconic ensembles are presented with videos of simulated conversations between Schiaparelli and Prada directed by Baz Luhrmann, focusing on how both women explore similar themes in their work through very different approaches.
The exhibition showcases approximately ninety designs and thirty accessories by Schiaparelli (1890–1973) from the late 1920s to the early 1950s and by Prada from the late 1980s to the present. Drawn from The Costume Institute’s collection and the Prada Archive, as well as other institutions and private collections, signature objects by both designers are arranged in seven themed galleries: “Waist Up/Waist Down,” “Ugly Chic,” “Hard Chic,” “Naïf Chic,” “The Classical Body,” “The Exotic Body,” and “The Surreal Body.”
SOURCE. MetMuseum.org
To view more exhibition views from Impossible Conversations, visit www.MetMuseum.org
Definitely a must see ~vK
Call her an expert of style, a liaison to the luxurious, a goddess of glam, or just plain fab! Nicole Pollard is no stranger to the “gorgeous life”. She is the founder and face of “LaLaLuxe”, a luxury lifestyle service based out of Los Angeles whose services cover everything from personal shopping, to lifestyle management, private concierge services and travel planning.
Being one of the town’s most sought after gals for all things luxurious, Nicole and her team of experts seem to have a gift for making your most unbelievably fabulous dreams come true. Her network of personal stylists and shoppers, along with her relationships with top designer brands, can easily bring fashion to your doorstep. Or, if you’re like me and you enjoy the hunt, LaLaLuxe has all the right weaponry for your ultimate shopping spree (she reportedly shut down and entire store for a client’s $500,000 splurge!) She’s also become quite popular for her amazing shopping tours, yes you heard right…a shopping tour, where your chariot might be a modest limousine ride through Rodeo drive, or a private jet ride out of town to your favorite boutique.
She’s a familiar face at the Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel (home of the new Jason of Beverly Hills Boutique) where guests can literally have racks of clothing and fine jewelry brought to their rooms. And to top it all off, her services are known to come with a friendly personal touch, unique to each client and his or her individual taste.
And there’s so much more where that comes from. Check out Nicole and her team at LaLaLuxe.com and brace yourself for a fab overload!
(SOURCE: LaLaLuxe.com)
Ooh la la! ~vK
It’s that time again! The Cannons are keeping their fairy tale love alive with yet another vow renewal, and OK Magazine has all of the fabulous details.
Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey celebrated their wedding anniversary in Paris where, the always romantic Nick, showered his bride of four years with diamond gifts from Jason of Beverly Hills. Jason Arasheben tells OK Magazine that, “Nick’s a regular customer of ours and always loves buying incredible jewelry for his wife…This time, he wanted to get her a mix of things that were romantic, feminine and also edgy.”
Mariah was surprised with a pair of princess cut diamond hoop earrings, a black diamond high heel shoe pendant as well as a trendy claw shaped diamond ring. Nice!
(Inquires: Info@JasonofBH.com , SOURCE: OK Magazine)
NIck adds that, “Everyday, my respect for Mariah continues to grow higher. People have no idea how funny she is. I feel like I’ve always known she was my forever love.”
Too sweet. Congrats to the Cannons! ~vK