Vertu Launches Latest "TI" Handset

Vertu is the undeniable leader in the luxury mobile phone market and their new "TI" handset is their latest offering. This Android-powered smartphone features the typically luxurious assets that include a sturdy but lightweight titanium case, leather accents and a sapphire crystal that is virtually scratch-proof.

The brand's contemporary style remains signature here with an almost unfathomably slick exterior featuring exposed screws and polished metal. Tech specs include a 1.7 GHz processor, 8MP camera and a 64GB internal memory. Other swanky perks [beyond Vertu's own concierge service] is the Vertu Certainty data protection - perfect for high-flyers carrying sensitive information as well as Vertu Life - personally tailored information, articles and benefits. The price tag? A mere €7,900.

For further information please visit - http://www.vertu.com/

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Bentley to Launch First Fragrance - 'Bentley for Men'

The luxurious world of Bentley is soon to reveal its latest endeavour - their first fragrance for men. As you would expect it's as effortless in class as the brand's motors yet there's a surprisingly wallet-friendly price tag attached to it. The range of products [set to launch in April in select perfumeries and department stores] consists of two fragrances - a classic version priced at €59/60ml and €79/100ml as well as an intense version [our recommendation] priced at €87/100ml.

The range also includes an aftershave balm [pictured left] and a hair & body shampoo - but our attention is solely fixed on the Eau de Toilettes. At the press launch we were talked [and smelled] through the key ingredients which include classic leather, black pepper and our favourite - rum. Better start getting the hints out there for any April birthday's.

For further information please visit - http://www.bentleymotors.com/

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Christian Louboutin Launches 'Tattoos to Measure'

Flamboyant footwear brand Christian Louboutin have just launched their new endeavour: 'Tattoos to Measure'. This bespoke service allows clients to customize their own shoes with their own designs or 'tattoos'. Customers can select from a range of pre-designed patterns that are fully customizable with different colours, beads and even the odd Swarovski crystal if your pocket could stretch to it.

There is a lot of Asian influence in the designs that were seen at the launch such as dragons [left] and Koi carps [below]. The whole process from consultation, design and manufacturing takes approximately 3 months and with a 4 figure price-tag it's not for everyone but hey this is luxury and it's an undeniably impressive project. Plus you gotta love a fish on a shoe.

For further information please visit - http://christianlouboutin.com/

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Y-3 to Launch First Men's Fragrance

February will see the arrival of the first men's fragrance from Y-3 - the brand partnership between Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto and sports lifestyle giant adidas. The sleek yet simple bottle design is signature to the brand's 21st century sportswear style - modern design with a fashion forward edge. Ten years on and we're very excited to see new developments like this.

"Black Label" has a truly masculine scent with notes of Cedar wood and black pepper. This new fragrance is certainly a contender for this years Valentine's day so be sure to start dropping those hints soon. It will be available in flagship stores and online [details below] at £75 for 75ml. 

Launches in February.

For further information please visit - http://www.y-3store.com/

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Patrick Hellmann Opens First UK Store in London's Mayfair

With a new year comes new developments and a recent store launch has caught our eye for 2013. The first Patrick Hellmann store in the UK opened late last year in London and we think it's high time you guys paid this luxury destination a visit.

You can find the new location in Mayfair - full address below - with a collection just as slick as the interiors. It's classic tailoring with a modern edge using the finest fabrics. The cashmere coat with leather cuffs and trims at £2,490 is our recommended investment buy for 2013.

For further information please visit - http://www.patrick-hellmann.com/

London store - 54 St James Street, Mayfair, London. SW1A 1JT.

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StyleGun - Intelligent Shopping for Men

New menswear e-tailer StyleGun offer something rather different in the world of online shopping. Their bid is to make the shopping experience far less tasking and stressful for the busy modern man who just has so much going on in his life. Well some of us like to pretend. New brands are being added all the time to existing favourites such as John Smedley, Levi's and Oliver Sweeney.

With their Body Map feature, StyleGun is all about finding the perfect fit and choosing clothes that suit your size and frame. You're likely to end up learning a thing or two about your body this way and it's a teaching tool you can then use when you dare to break out of the e-commerce world and venture back into a shop one day. If you're not too busy that is.

For further information and to shop online please visit - http://www.stylegun.com/

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Bosideng Debuts European Flagship Store in London

Right before the buzz of the London 2012 Olympics started, Chinese Heritage brand Bosideng opened it's European doors for the first time in London with an Autumn/Winter collection featuring slick tailoring and a touch of classic British styling. A real sense of heritage sport is shown with tweed coats, padded gilets and quilted jackets, whilst the campaign [pictured above] really shows off the wild outdoor references. 

The store itself - on South Molton Street - is reminiscent of New York's Flatiron building but with a thoroughly modern look. The bold red exterior sits well with the contrasting interior that has nods to traditional Chinese architecture. Fuse that with the traditional English tailoring and you've got quite the melting pot of style. 

Also above is our selection of key pieces from the current Autumn/Winter collection that really demonstrates Bosideng's somewhat loud but very sophisticated clothing. We're certainly keen to see what the brand have in store for us next season too . . .

For further information please visit - http://www.bosidenglondon.com/

London Store | 28 South Molton Street, London. W1.

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