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Luxury Gifts for Guys No. 4

Guys love cool gifts with a luxury edge, and when you have occasions such as Father’s Day, Valentines Day, birthdays and the Holidays, there are plenty of reasons to offer them.
Here are some of our latest picks to help the gents with looking good, and feeling great.

Yves Saint Laurent: The Perfection of Style Exhibit at the VMFA

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) in Richmond, Virginia is hosting the Yves Saint Laurent: The Perfection of Style exhibit in the summer 2017.

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts will become home to the distinguished Yves Saint Laurent: The Perfection of Style exhibit. This one-of-a-kind exhibit showcases selections from the legendary designer’s 44-year career, drawn from the collection of the Fondation Pierre Bergé with new acquisitions that have never been shown publicly before. The exhibit includes 100 examples of haute couture and ready-to-wear garments revealing Saint Laurent’s artistic genius, as well as his working process, and the sources of his design inspiration.

VMFA is the only East Coast venue for the exhibition. In addition to haute couture ensembles and ready-to-wear clothing, Yves Saint Laurent: The Perfection of Style includes costume jewelry and other accessories, photographs, drawings, films, and video from the Fondation’s vast archive. The exhibit will run through the end of August.

Yves Saint Laurent: The Perfection of Style

             

Billabong Collaboration With Andy Warhol: Warhol Surf

Billabong has released Warhol Surf, an exclusive apparel and accessory collaboration with one of the world’s most iconic artists, Andy Warhol. The collaboration comes through Billabong LAB, a division of the company that supports artists, musicians, designers, photographers and surf icons, and The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, a non-profit organization recognized as one of the leading funders of contemporary art in the United States.

Warhol once said “I came out of the womb on a surfboard.” Warhol Surf showcases Andy Warhol’s little-known fascination with surf culture and is rooted in a mutual desire to challenge convention – a driving force found in both Warhol’s work and Billabong’s product innovation. The collaboration comes as a natural evolution of Billabong’s rich history in partnering with the most influential artists, including Bob Marley and Metallica.

“Warhol’s rebellious spirit and attraction to non-conformists led him to Southern California in 1968 where he spent two weeks filming surfers as part of his underground film, San Diego Surf. The Foundation is proud to collaborate with Billabong to celebrate individuals who refuse to be defined by convention,” says Michael Dayton Hermann, The Andy Warhol Foundation’s Director of Licensing.

“Andy’s dedication to progressing art and his love for the surf culture became a powerful connection to our brand and inspired us to create this collection,” says Billabong’s Global Brand President, Shannan North. “To see Warhol’s iconic art come to life on our silhouettes is an important and celebrated moment in our brand history.”

Warhol Surf is available globally at select specialty retailers and online at www.billabong.com. The collection features a range of surf-inspired products for men and women including boardshorts, swimwear, tops, tees and accessories, born as a result of combining Andy Warhol’s iconic art with Billabong founder Gordon Merchant’s original designs and signature silhouettes.

For more information on Billabong, Billabong LAB, The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc., and Andy, visit warholsurf.billabong.com and warholfoundation.org or on Instagram at @Billabong and @Billabongwomens.

 

What to Wear? Jewelry From Cate & Chloe’s Swarovski & 18 Karat Collections

Many stylish ladies can make the mistake of overdoing it by loading up with tons of bling. Remember, less is more. From genuine Swarovski jewels to 18k Gold and 18k Rose gold you can find adornments to fit your personal style on any day.

Cate & Chloe is passionate about offering jewelry that is both stylish and affordable. One of their favorites is Sloane “Hero” Sterling Silver 18k White Gold Plated Swarovski Drop Necklace. The prong setting utilizes more light to fully showcase the beauty of a Swarovski crystal. With three beautiful round cut Swarovski stones hanging delicately against your chest you’ll look absolutely stunning.

Bring out your inner Audrey Hepburn with Cate & Chloe’s Vivienne “Brave” 18k Gold Swarovski Pearl Studs. Simple yet incredibly elegant, pearls are the only jewel that comes from a living being in the sea. Lustrous and luminous, these classic pearl stud earrings have a mesmerizing glow that pair great with a pure white gown.


Adorn your neckline with Zara “Radiant” Sterling Silver 18k Rose Gold Plated Swarovski Necklace. Delicate, minimal and effortlessly feminine, this polished 18k Rose Gold plated sterling silver slide pendant comes complete with a three bezel set of Swarovski crystals. The slide pendant provides seamless movement for the Swarovski crystals to dance and play in the light. Pair this special accent with an off-white gown.

For more information, visit www.cateandchloe.com 

Festival Style Roundup #1

Festival Style means how you dress whenever you feel like relaxing, getting together with friends, listening to great music, and having some good food. Here are some of our picks in our Roundup #1 of recent festival selections.