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May 7, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Blavish Links at 12:00 pm | Comments »

Born Rich:   Hot pink Versace gun anyone?

Luxist:  A new Monet record has been set 

A Luxury Travel Blog:   River Bend Lodge is the way to go 

Lussorian:   Who’s up for the ultimate luxury day cruiser 

Luxury Home Digest:  Time to meet & greet in San Fran 

Team Bentley Introduces Electric Bentley Greenpower

May 7, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Wheels at 10:00 am | (1) Comment »

 

 

 

 

 

Boasting zero emissions, the brand spanking new electric Bentley Greenpower is making Team Bentley proud.

The streamlined electric vehicle may top out at 40mph, but her looks far surpass her speed.  Running on 12-volt batteries, this one wheel drive car is made mostly of carbon fibre, but also features the Bentley leather interior that you’ve come to adore.  The electric Bentley will be participating in several races throughout the year, so try to catch her if you can.

Estate Of the Day: Roman Abramovich Grabs Up Aspen’s Wildcat Ridge

May 7, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Estate of the Day at 8:47 am | (2) Comments »

Free-wheeling Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich just can’t keep his hands out of his pockets.  After a highly publicized announcement last week that he is working on building the most expensive private estate in England, Abramovich has also just picked up an Aspen home.

And not just any Aspen home will work for the Russian billionaire, as he picked up the pricey home of Leon Hirsch, the Wildcat Ridge.  The two worked out a deal to sell the Colorado estate for the total price, $36.375 million.

Featuring 11 bedrooms, Wildcat Ridge enjoys views for miles & miles.  And you should, for that price! Look out Aspen, the Russian billionaires are moving in.

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May 6, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Blavish Links at 11:21 am | Comments »

Born Rich:   If Hydro Physio is the future of the workout, then I don’t like what’s in store! 

Luxist:    Soon to be a new cigar rolling record?

A Luxury Travel Blog:  The Avenue Hotel Chicago is officially ready for your business  

Lussorian:  Versace Hotel Dubai, ahh the luxury… 

Luxury Home Digest:  Luxury on a gold-plated shoestring 

Rolls Royce Hood Ornament To Get Movie Spotlight

May 6, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Wheels at 10:52 am | Comments »

Have you ever looked at the Rolls Royce hood ornament & wondered who this mystery lady was?  Well, thanks to actor Christian Bale & a new film called The Silver Ghost, your wondering will no longer go unanswered.

Named the Spirit of Ecstasy or The Whisperer, the Rolls Royce ornament actually has a very juicy tale to tell.  Born out of a love scandal between Lord Montagu of Beaulieu & his attractive secretary Eleanor Thornton, this emblem is a lasting impression of their passion.

Who knew that all this was going on in that hood ornament?  No wonder a Rolls Royce is so sexy!

Estate Of the Day: Jose Canseco Faces Foreclosure

May 6, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Estate of the Day at 10:34 am | (4) Comments »

 

There have been foreclosure rumors circulating about baseball player Jose Canseco’s Encino, California home for months now, but the worst has been confirmed.

Canseco recently stated in an interview that it didn’t make any kind of financial sense to keep on paying on a mortgage for a home that wasn’t even technically his.  The sports legend & author revealed that his financial woes are in large part due to his multiple marriages & subsequent divorces.  Canseco seemed resigned to walk away from his $2.5 million estate.  Poor guy, these sports stars need some better handlers.

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April 24, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Blavish Links at 12:00 pm | Comments »

Born Rich:  Now that’s a spa chair I wouldn’t mind falling asleep in!  

Luxist:  A tour of Italy’s poshest places to stay 

A Luxury Travel Blog:   Take a peek of England’s Excellence 2008 

Lussorian:  TUSK Spa launches new bathroom collection

Luxury Home Digest:  All about the young luxury home buyers  

Barbara Hutton’s 1933 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Up For Auction

April 24, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Wheels at 10:00 am | (6) Comments »

A very, very, very, ultra rare 1933 Rolls-Royce Phantom II has just come up for auction, on eBay no less.

Originally built for “Poor Little Rich Girl” Barbara Hutton, this drophead coupe is being offered on eBay with a starting bid of $1.1 million, with no bidders as of yet.  Wonder why?…..

The Woolworth Heiress purchased the car, one of two ever made, for her first husband who just so happened to be the Russian Prince Alexis Mdivani.  Well, that was a nice match, eh?

Estate Of the Day: Brian Hemingway-Designed Property In Vancouver, British Columbia

April 24, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Estate of the Day at 8:17 am | (2) Comments »

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This Brian Hemingway-designed architectural estate is just what you need in Vancouver, British Columbia.  Not only will you enjoy a rare large estate in the middle of the city, you will also be one of very few to appreciate such a picturesque environment with your morning coffee.

Featuring 8 bedrooms & 9 baths, this 14,056 square foot home delights all with extensive use of limestone, granite, wood, glass & steel.  Custom features are seen throughout the property, with special attention to custom-designed light fixtures & built-in elements.

Asking price, $16,800,000.

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April 23, 2008 | Posted by Allison as Blavish Links at 12:00 pm | (1) Comment »

Born Rich:   DJ Workstation for the DJ in you?

Luxist:  Check out the changing face of Wall Street 

A Luxury Travel Blog:   The top hotels at Lake Windermere 

Lussorian:    Charlotte Thomas kicks butt with the most expensive bed linens eva

Luxury Home Digest:   Wow.  A trailer park mansion of sorts!