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Four luxury bicycles you really need right now

It’s the middle of winter which means it’s time to ditch the car and treat your daily commute as your workout routine Dior Homme BMX Serie 2 – Gold Edition Dior Homme BMX Serie 2 – Gold Edition (photographed above)   The Kim Jones-directed Dior Homme teamed up with BMX specialist Bogarde to debut this fashion-forward bicycle earlier this year. This is the second of three collaborations between them – the first bike was unveiled just before Christmas last year when Kris Van Assche was still the artistic director at the fashion house. There are distinctive Dior cues on this bike including the bee logo on the side of the handlebar and the logo on the sprocket. With calfskin leather detailing on the frame, and the frame itself sporting a gold finish, this made-in-France two-wheel creation is a stylish piece of kit. The bicycles are numbered and limited to just 100 units.   Trek SLR9 Disc Brake   Competitive cycling purists,...

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The Rolls-Royce Cullinan

The Rolls-Royce Cullinan  - SUPREME LIBERTY This is freedom absolute. The first all-terrain SUV from Rolls-Royce makes luxury off-road travel a reality for the first time. Pinnacle luxury is now effortless, everywhere. CO2 emission: 341 g/km ; Fuel consumption: 18.8 mpg / 15.0 l /100km. ONE LIFE. MANY LIFESTYLES Explore every possibility. Forge your world around you. Cullinan is for those who live a life of many facets. Those who know that anything is possible.     LUXURY FOR ALL Share unforgettable adventures in the company of friends. With its spacious interior, Cullinan accommodates every traveller in unparalleled comfort.   Contact OnceOff at info@onceoff.com for more information. ...

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12,000 Luxury Products on SALE for Black Friday & Cyber Monday

OnceOff - Impactful | Luxury | Shopping. Purchase 12,000 Luxury Products on SALE for Black Friday & Cyber Monday We DONATE 50% of our sales commission to your chosen Charity when you purchase through the OnceOff Guest or Premium portal. WOMEN Women's Clothing: 3.1 PHILLIP LIM DRAPED COTTON BLOUSE A statement knotted belt at the front of this white blouse makes it a modern choice with impact. Made from crisp cotton, wear it for business or pleasure. Women's Handbags: VICTORIA BECKHAM SMALL POCKET EMBOSSED LEATHER TOTE. Refined and ladylike with a structured silhouette, this black embossed leather ‘Small Pocket’ tote from Victoria Beckham is an investment that you can use for years to come.   MEN Men's Clothing: AMI HALF-LINED COTTON BLEND BLAZER.  Loosely built with a half-lined structure, this AMI blazer is rendered in navy textured cotton-blend fabric. Kept simple with a single breasted look, the slim tailoring champions the Parisian appeal. Men's Shirts: BALDESSARINI COTTON SHIRT. Invest in a quality cotton shirt...

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The Pink Promise in Hong Kong

‘The Pink Promise’, an oval-shaped fancy vivid pink Type IIa diamond, will be offered on 28 November in Hong Kong by Christie's Auction House. The ‘Pink Promise’, says Rahul Kadakia, International Head of Jewellery at Christie’s, is ‘the Picasso of the pink diamond world. When you look at the shape of the stone,’ he adds, ‘it’s so elegant. It’s a cross between an oval and a marquise — what we call a “moval”. It’s a fabulous diamond.’ Leading the 28 November Magnificent Jewels  sale in Hong Kong, this oval-shaped fancy vivid pink Type IIa diamond, weighing approximately 14.93 carats, is set within a circular-cut diamond surround, gallery and hoop. The stone is enhanced by circular-cut pink diamonds and mounted in platinum. ‘A pink diamond is rare to start with,’ says Lisa Hubbard, Senior Adviser to Christie’s International Jewellery. ‘But an oval pink diamond of this weight is very rare, very hard to find. It...

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10 Tips for Buying Antiques

10 Tips for Buying Antiques, Memorize them and never present yourself as an amateur. When Buying Antiques, Always ask for discounts … No matter where you buy from. Many professional dealers will have a code marked somewhere on the item that you’re interested in and this will tell them exactly how low they can go. Something like X10 or X50 could mean they will discount up to that figure or go as low as that figure. Use your own judgment and always ask. Always, always ask about damage and/or restoration. If you don’t ask, they don’t need to tell you. Always, always, always handle the item — Get touchy feely … Pick it up, put it down, pick it up again. Look at the bottom, the top, the sides. Look from odd angles and use a magnifier to look close. Never be afraid to pick anything up in a shop, at an auction, on...

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10 Etiquette Tips for Traveling on a Private Jet

10 Etiquette Tips for Traveling on a Private Jet. 1. When you’re on your way to the airport, update your crew personally or (via OnceOff) to ensure a timely departure. Your Captain will then liaise with Air Traffic Control to ensure a swift take off. 2. Request anything that you want that will make the trip more enjoyable for you. Treat private aviation like a concierge service – you are paying a premium to avoid an airline experience, so don’t compromise your enjoyment. If you want it, ask for it. 3. When choosing a seat, sit on the right hand (starboard) side of the aircraft, facing forward. The Captain always sits on the left (port) in the flight deck, so you’ll have a great view. 4. Help yourself to anything on-board. It is your aircraft so you should feel at home. If it’s in a drawer, it’s there for you to enjoy! 5. Wait until the...

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6 Luxury Things To Do In Monaco

6 Luxury Things To Do In Monaco. Monaco is the second smallest state in Europe and the World. Creating such a beautiful place took time like a work of art and for those who truly want to experience the luxury lifestyle, Monaco is a destination you need to visit.  You have a choice of Casino's, hotels, resorts, yachts, parties and exotic cars to choose from while you are in Monaco. Helicopter Transfer From Nice. The most efficient and extravagant way to travel to Monaco is to come by helicopter direct from nearby city Nice. The fantastic thing about these helicopter rides is that they are made every 15 minutes or so and you can really book a flight without having to wait from the airport or prior through OnceOff.  The short 7 minute flight time will give you some great views over the French Riviera. Stay in Hotel Hermitage Monte Carlo. The perfect place to stay in a...

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BUYING A THOROUGHBRED HORSE

BUYING A THOROUGHBRED HORSE? Most modern day race horses are known as thoroughbreds. The name accurately describes this breed as they all have been very thoroughly bred, meaning that they come from a blood line of champions. While this type of horse is great for galloping, there are other types such as standardbred and quarter horseswhich excel at other types of races. Therefore, it is important you research as much as possible before you purchase and this article can help you. Owner or co owner? Before buying a horse, it is essential that you take the time to research in depth all the possible sellers and organizations. Pick the one which suits you, your racing expectations and your budget.When you have decided on the type and the seller it is of equal importance to research any  information about the seller including viewing the sellers registration card. All professional racing sellers must provide interested buyers with a registration card featuring information about themselves and the horse. If you have...

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10 Top Tips for Buying a Luxury Home from Experts

10 Top Tips for Buying a Luxury Home from Experts = From a brand-new condo and a historic Newport estate to a golf course community in the South, there’s a plethora of choices in high-end homes. Consider these tips from luxury home market pros before buying your dream home. 1. Learn the search process. “Many luxury homes go unlisted to protect a seller's privacy. These properties are often found through the Realtor's personal connections as opposed to the MLS.” Virginia Cook, Virginia Cook Realtors, Dallas “You may need to go to more online sources as not everything is on the large search engines.” Ronald Phipps, Phipps Realty, Warwick, R.I. 2. Go beyond the photos. “Make sure you don’t dismiss properties based on their front elevation photos. Many large homes aren’t photogenic that way and you have to see them in person to appreciate. I recommend my clients do a search of the property and vicinity on Google...

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Melbourne Airport reveals Luxury brand line-up

Melbourne International airport has announced details of some of the key brands set to open in the airport’s luxury terminal two precinct later this year. The likes of Tiffany & Co, Burberry, Salvatore Ferragamo, Max Mara and Emporio Armani are among the confirmed labels in the airport’s new high-end fashion destination. This forms part of the airport’s continued effort to enhance the traveller experience with an investment of around A$50m ($38m). The investment followed an extensive customer research project three years back, undertaken by Think Global and Urbis back to better understand the preferences of international visitors in terms of brands and services. The research itself revealed a desire for quality brands when travelling, including authentic luxury goods with strong brand recognition. Enhancing the journey for Melbournians and international travellers alike and delivering a vibrant retail precinct that mirroring the city’s world-renowned shopping, food and beverage and cultural experiences, forms part of the...

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