Most Expensive Painting on Display at the Tate Modern - - A Treat for Art Lovers Especially Picasso Fanatics

Art is invaluable and you can’t really put a price to it. Picasso’s Nude, Green Leaves and Bust is a perfect example. The whole art world was stunned when it fetched a price of $106.5 million at Christie’s in New York. Now there is good news for art lovers, particularly those who love Picasso’s work. This most expensive painting is on display for the people to see and admire at the Tate Modern.

This painting was created in 1932, which by the way was the most fruitful year in Pablo Picasso’s creative life. He had done a series of paintings of his mistress and muse Marie-Therese Walter. This painting was part of a colorful explosion of works painted in January 1932 in anticipation of the major retrospective that he was planning.

The painting is currently owned by Steve Wynn who has lent it to the gallery and it will occupy the pride of place in the new Pablo Picasso room in the Poetry and Dream wing on Level 3 of the building. All works by Picasso have become very valuable and they generally exceed the pre sale estimates at the auctions. La Lecture, which is another masterpiece by him from the same period fetched $40 million earlier this year. Le Reve is another valuable work from the period by Picasso which can surprise every one with the price it commands if it is put under auction.

Blackberry Bold 9700 Customized by Geneva Based Icelink - - The Best-jeweled Versions of the Smartphone in The Market

IceLink are best recognized for Gem watchmaker based at Geneva. They are famed for their 6 time zone watches. Those watches were highly commended by experts as well as the wealthy watch lovers. They have now zeroed in on the Blackberry phone and given it their signature treatment. They have utilized their crafty design aesthetics to the smartphone.

The Blackberry Bold 9700 has been customized by IceLink. One can safely say that they have created the best-jeweled versions of the smartphone available on the market. The phone hasn’t been over decorated. Only 6 carats of black diamond has been used to supplement the elegant look of the phone made with stainless steel with PVD finish. This is a limited edition creation and only 16 pieces have been created for sale. The IceLink BlackBerry Bold 9700 has been priced at $15,000.

IceLink is active on the watch front as well. A limited edition collection of five time zone watches in it “Zermatt” collection will be released soon. There will be simple as well as precious versions of the watch with cool cases made from stainless steel or modern brushed black titanium. The straps will be black rubber. They have already released the “Cortina” ladies watch collection with dazzling timepieces with colored topaz and white diamonds.

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Velocity HP 1000: World's Most Expensive Tanning Bed - - With Integrated Cooling System That Makes You Feel Fresh

For the pale skinned out there, tanning is one way to not look like a vampire, and I don’t mean the hot Vampires that they show on T.V. I mean the pasty, sickly kinds. The trend started with the fashion icon Coco Chanel who once on a long trip got tanned and like everything associated with her, even this became a style.

Years later, the tanning beds came and they offered an easy, sure shot solution to everyone’s tanning woes. The latest and the best amongst the tanning beds is the Velocity HP 1000. The Velocity is more powerful than the ones in the market, thanks to its Ultra-Pressure tanning bed. Users get a long lasting color, and can be used by both fair skinned as well as dark skinned users.

The bed also has an integrated cooling system. So while you are being tanned, the variable speed body cooling system makes you feel fresh too. Sitting inside a box cannot be a very interesting experience. So thanks to its 4-speaker and subwoofer stereo system, you can listen to your favourite music to keep yourself entertained. At $33,999, this tanning bed gets the distinction of being the most expensive in the world.

Solemates: A 60 meter Lürssen Super Yacht designed by the Great Espen Oeino - - World's Most Expensive Charter Craft Available for Charter For $600,000 Per Week

Solemates is a 60 meter Lürssen super yacht that is available for charter for $600,000 per week. The super yacht has been designed by the great Espen Oeino is one of the world’s most exclusive charter craft. The latest cutting edge technologies and applications have been incorporated in the yacht to provide a unique experience to the guests who choose to charter it.

The new system in the yacht lets the guests control various functions via an iPad. The captain hands each guest their own iPad when they step aboard in case you don’t own one or didn’t think it was necessary to carry one to a vacations on the high seas. The iPad application allows the guests to control the shipboard entertainment and climate systems, adjust the blinds and lights in their cabins, and even summon a crewmember to bring more cocktails.

Glade Johnson has done the interiors for the sleek yacht that was launched in Monaco earlier this year. The interior blends elegant, rich woods and textures with contemporary sleek lines in a soothing palette of earth tones. The yacht provides luxurious accommodation for 12 guests. The main and upper deck salons are awash with natural light and the yacht offers impressive spaces for formal dining or casual dining and entertaining. A high end sound and lighting system transforms the yacht into a night club.

SafeCell App: Announced by Australian Company AsiQ: - - The Most Expensive Mobile Application Costing $12,500

SafeCell announced by Australian company ASiQ; is reportedly the most expensive application in the Apple’s App Store with a cost of $12,500. SafeCell is being launched for BlackBerry, Nokia, and Symbian (with Android and iPhone to follow) and its target market is corporate aircraft equipped with a satellite link. 

SafeCell app let you connect your mobile phone to an airplane’s onboard satellite computer via Bluetooth thereby facilitating you to make phone calls and transmit data from your device. Does this facility worth of $12,500? According to ASiQ CEO Ron Chapman the answer is “YES”, comparing to install a GSM system on the airplane itself; that saves approximately 85 kg of weight and the half a million dollar.

There is a special allowance for those who will order the SafeCell app before the end of January next year in form of free mobile phone, a hands-free kit and a noise-canceling headset. I’m not sure this special allowance will make you spend a hefty amount of $12,500; until and unless you have your own private jet plane.   

The Most Expensive Bauble in The World Offered by London’s Embee Jewels - - Made From 18-karat Gold With 1578 Diamonds Valued at £82,000

If you are in the mood for some serious Christmas spending, you may consider taking a look at the latest offering from London’s Embee Jewels. Last year the company in association with Hallmark Jewelers had presented a bauble that was hugely considered to be the most expensive in the world valued at £82,000. Naturally, the gold and diamond encrusted bauble had generated a lot of interest and enthusiasm. And this time around, the ornament is up for sale.

The stunning bauble is made from solid 18-karat gold has an estimated number of 1578 diamonds fixed on it. And if you thought that was all, you were mistaken! The stunning ornament has an outer ring around it with beautiful rubies studded on it and also has 3 original Roman 1-karat diamonds, making it look all the more spectacular. A priceless jewel indeed!

Ever since it was launched last year, a lot of people have expressed desire in owning this particular Christmas bauble. If you too want to own this bedazzling piece of beauty, you can directly get in touch with the Embee Jewel. A percentage from the sales will be donated to the National Autistic Society (NAS), one of the most trusted charities in the United Kingdom.

The Most Expensive Christmas Tree Unveiled at Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi - - $11m (£7m) Christmas Tree Ready to Book Place in Guinness World Records

Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi is in the running for the honour of having the world's most expensive Christmas tree. 

 The $11m (£7m) Christmas tree at the Emirates Palace hotel – which also boasts its own marina, heliport and a vending machine which dispenses real gold bars – stands 43ft (13m) tall and has been decorated with 131 trinkets crafted from gold, diamonds and sapphires. The hotel is now in line for an entry in Guinness World Records.

The current record holder is a $10.8m tree decorated by Swiss watch makers Piaget, which was unveiled in Tokyo in 2002.

‘Ultimo Diamond Back Miracle Bra’ By a Team of Michelle Mone and Grant Macintyre - - The Most Expensive Bra With a Price Tag of £800,000!

Ultimo, the UK's Lingerie brand has brought out the most expensive bra in the UK. Called the ‘Ultimo Diamond Back Miracle Bra’, it managed to reach the most expensive slot by being priced at a huge £800,000! The reason for such a heavy price tag? It is the bra’s backstrap, which is made of 32 brilliant-cut, white 1 carat diamonds that shot its price. It is the result of a collaboration between Ultimo Creator Michelle Mone OBE who designed it and esteemed jeweler Grant Macintyre.

Michelle Mone said: “What girl doesn’t want to be draped in diamonds from head to toe? We designed this bra as the perfect gift for girls who love diamonds. What makes it so unique and sexy, is that the diamonds grace the lower back, one of the most sensual parts of a woman’s body. Also, if you have £800,000 worth of diamonds on your body, why keep them under wraps! This bra cleverly allows you to show them off, revealing just the right amount of skin.”

We agree on that one. It is its subtlety that makes it all the more sexy. If you cant afford a £800,000, then worry not. Ultimo has also created a copy of this bra, which will be available at Debenhams for just £35.00.

“Exuma”: A Super Yacht Built by The Team of Perini Navi Vitruvius Limited and Philippe Briand - - Available for Rent of $250,000 Per Week

If you were planning to engage yourself in a vacation that involves dreamlike destinations to get rejuvenated and escape the hustle, bustle, and excessively agitated activity of daily life, you should try buying a yacht for yourself. You could also choose to get yourself the world’s most attractive brand new super yacht for one million dollars a month.

“Exuma” is a super yacht built between collaboration of Perini Navi Vitruvius Limited and the naval architect Philippe Briand. In the south specific, Exuma happens to be the first motor tacht built by Maltese Falcon. This wonderful vehicle measures 164 feet in length and provides accommodation for ten guests comfortably with five well furnished rooms. The charter charge of $250,000 per week may not be exorbitant as it offers extraordinary comforts during your stay of any vacation. Its availability is also in demand as a celebrity already has booked. Exuma can travel up to the maximum distance of 5500 nautical miles at the speed of 12knots. The ship also consists of two garages.

It has already won the awards Rina Green Plus Platinum certificate for its environmental friendly commitment and further it received the World Yacht Trophy of 2010 for the first of its kind in the world. It is made of costly woods like oak, teak and imported Italian marble, keeping in mind the classic maritime tradition. You could have unforgettable memories of your vacation after indulging in sailing, bathing in the sun, scuba diving, swimming, or reading a book in the cosy atmosphere of a grand yacht.

Expensive Study Trips on Luxury Yacht by Members of Parliament And Senators Costing $257,749

Study trip being taken abroad is often a part of educational courses and programs these days. One of the popular methods is the student exchange program which helps the participating members to gain from the best of both the universities. But a study trip a on yacht which has a gym, spa, cinema and also a high-profile cocktail bar looks little unheard and unnecessarily extravagant to me. But Federal MPs beg to differ. Reports suggest that Bureaucrats spend more than $250,000 in six months on overseas study entitlements which includes a tour of the islands of Papua New Guinea on luxury-laced yacht.

The Australian tabloid The Sun-Herald published an analysis which says that Members of Parliament and Senators raised a bill $257,749 on overseas study trips between January 1 and June 30 and this in turn was preceded by $500,000 during the final six months of 2009. It goes without saying that these bills are financed through the money which is collected through public taxation. Before any steam could surface, it has been said that an unreleased parliamentary review has recommended to do away with this scheme.

It was NSW Liberal MP Bob Baldwin who took the eight-day trip to Papua New Guinea on a luxury yacht and dished out a bill of as much as $28,498. This is tax payer’s money we are talking about and it shouldn’t be put to use for frivolous luxury trips in the disguise of “education”.

The Prancing Horse: Limited Edition Silver Sculpture - - Unique And Exclusive Offer from Ferrari Stores

The Ferrari store has come up with another unique and exclusive offering. It is the limited edition silver sculpture of the Prancing Horse, a legend in the history of motoring and the symbol of the Maranello House throughout the world. The prancing horse is said to be the good luck charm for the Ferrari cars. There is a story that goes back to 1923, about how the figure became part of the Ferrari brand.

In 1923 Ferrari won his first trophy in Savio and met Countess Baracca, from whom he received an inscription and an invitation to use the Prancing Horse as a good luck charm on his own cars. And since then the Prancing Horse has been part of Ferrari. This limited edition Prancing Horse, weighing in at 850 grams, has been made entirely in silver and stands 20 centimeters high.

The sculpture is fixed on a Plexiglas base which features an etched and numbered label that guarantees the exclusivity of the limited edition. Only 99 pieces of the sculpture has been made for distribution worldwide. The exclusive sculpture will be delivered in an eye-catching red box. The offer price at the retail level has been fixed at $6,664.

Gold Rush: Opulent Nail Polish - - The World’s Most Expensive From Models Own Available at Frost of London Priced at £83,000

If you stay busy experimenting with the weird or wired ideas of nail art or kill hours hunting for that one shade that makes you stand away from the random lot of girlies then here is something worth considering for you. Models Own has gathered courage to do away with the boundaries by unveiling world’s most expensive, opulent nail polish with Gold Rush. Priced at £83,000, the bottle got launched today and you can pick yours by reserving an order at Frost of London.

If you want to test the waters and doubt the worth of the blingy accessory then here I touch on the details for you: The very singular layer of the nail paint appeals to the eyes as it looks no less than a gold leaf.

The proof of the originality of its ingredients can be calculated from the fact that a total of 1,118 diamonds have been precisely inset weighing over 14 carats of ‘collection’ VVS quality and colours D, E and F. The diamonds sitting on your nails will be in harmony with your fingers and offers smooth touch. What adds to the appeal of the bottle is its gold and diamond encrusted lid that talks volumes to convince the affluent. The fine gold lid is hand-crafted from a solid slab of yellow gold, and weighs nearly 4 ounces.

Are you going to pick one for your beloved during this holiday season?

Epson Covered Car From Bugatti Veyron: The World's Most Expensive Sports Car Priced at $1.7 Million - - Displayed at The Specialty Equiment Market Association

A Bugatti Veyron has always been a status symbol for most f the affluent people. It usually is a life time ambition for fast car lover s to drive such a car. The car priced at $1.7 million is the fastest and most expensive sport car which beats all the previous records. This unique car is displayed this week at the Specialty Equiment Market Association event at Epson booth, in Los Vegas.

The high priced automobile is designed by Skinzwraps, Avery technology, and Epson printing technology. The two seater car comes with 16 cylinders, 1001 horse power engine and a top speed of 253 miles per hour.

The custom wrap was created by the Skinzwraps team using the Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 which produces vibrant, rich amazing shadows of deep black colours with smooth tones. This printer is used to design banners, vehicles wrap and big posters. The GS ink used is environmental friendly. The vinyl media is backed by the Avery’s very good quality adhesive. Thus, the durability increases with adhesive of Avery technology which is a feature of Bugatti Veyron.

Aperion Zona Wireless Surround Speaker System - - Designed Specifically For Wireless Surround Sound Use

These Aperion Zona Wireless Surround Speakers come with a handy USB dongle so you can hook them up to your PC for some loud surround audio joy. Sure they can also be used for a traditional Hi-Fi listening session, couch style, but why not splurge out and really damage your ears with the timeless and much loved Halo theme tune? $499.00.

Even though we designed it specifically for wireless surround sound use, we didn’t stop there! We made sure the Aperion Zona Wireless Surround Speaker System can also be used to play high fidelity music directly from a PC via its USB connector, or to send music throughout the house to any number of Zona speakers. The wireless technology automatically identifies and avoids other 2.4 GHz signals that could otherwise cause interference, so your music never takes a hit.

Original Darth Vader Costume up for Auction - - Worn by Darth Vader in the Second Installment of the Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back in 1980

This would probably be the coolest Halloween costume ever! You would think that it is not all that uncommon to see people wearing the Darth Vader costume. But this one is very special. This costume was actually worn by Darth Vader in the second installment of the Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back in 1980.

Neil Roberts, head of the popular culture department at Christie’s went on to say that: ”Darth Vader is defined by his costume, which has made him one of the most recognized characters from the history of film. The global appeal of the Star Wars films, and the interest that the series has attracted from a number of generations, is perhaps unprecedented in the world of cinema. Christie’s have sold some incredible relics from popular culture in the past from Dorothy’s red slippers from The Wizard Of Oz to a dress made for Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast At Tiffany’s; arguably the Darth Vader costume is the most iconic of all.”

Now a bit of trivia; Dave Prowse played the role of Darth Vader but James Earl Jones provided the voice. This original costume is expected to raise about £230,000 at the auctioned being held next month. A part of the proceed will be donated to Cancer Research UK.

"Ferrari Paddock Chronograph" - - Ferrari Unveils New Range of Limited Edition of Ferrari Chronograph Watches

Watch and Wheels is not really common but seems Ferrari fancies un-commonalities. And here I warn you to connect the strings of your imagination as the wheel king unveils a new range of limited edition of Ferrari chronograph watches. The watches are accessible wholly from Ferrari’s online store and surely would be picked quite early as there are only 299 units designed. Called “Ferrari Paddock Chronograph,” the new range pays reverence to Italy and features three chronographs including a unique Black Carbon version pooled with a pair of cuff-links highlighting the Prancing Horse logo adorned on a carbon fiber and stainless steel setting.

For each watch, there is an elite lacquered box designed, available in green, white or red (the colors of Italian flag). Also, each box is imprinted with a limited edition number and comes with an expressly noticeable plate and detachable feature-packed case. Those in a mood to flaunt Ferrari logo can ink a deal with one of these watches that comes with a unique paperweight carved in the shape of the Ferrari logo.

Key features of the range include a Swiss quartz movement, a matte polished stainless steel case, a flat hardened mineral crystal with anti-glare coating and a leather strap with Ferrari Scudetto embossing. Priced at €695 (approximately $1,050), this surely an accessory to exhibit your amount of love for watches and wheels from the same maker, Ferrai.

"Renard GT" With V-Twin 1200cc Aluminum Engine - - 192 Pounds Two-Wheeler Luxury Will Cost You $ 96,000

How about pay $ 96,000 in a Carbon Fiber bike? Just to get an idea with this value in the USA you can choose a Lamborghini.

The whole structure of the motorcycle is made of carbon fiber; the result is a bike light and very sturdy.


The carbon fiber chassis Renard GT weighs just 11 kg. The engine is a V-Twin 1200cc aluminum can generate 130CV at 6500 rpm.

In 2008, a group of entrepreneurs, designers and engineers came together to revitalize the traditional brand of bikes. And Renard The GT is the example of the power he holds a symbol of power and quality. Its DNA is a masterpiece of engineering: lightweight composite engine with two cylinders in “V”, mounted longitudinally and components that represent the vanguard of the motorcycle industry.

The carbon fiber monocoque weighing just 11 kilograms, is reinforced with Kevlar to make it resistant to shocks and vibrations. With the largest cross section, the body is stiffer than a regular tubular structure, thus ensuring a very precise direction. The design “unibody” integrates the frame, tank and details in a single structure, maintaining the distinctive look and elegant.

However, as interesting as the bike is the history of the manufacturer. The Cycles Renard was a motorcycle brand in Estonia which was reduced to ashes during a bombing in World War II.

The use of carbon fiber makes the final weight of the Renard GT is only 190 pounds.

Exclusive And Limited Corum Romvlvs Billionaire Tourbillion Watches - - Tourbillon Movement Sculptured on Sapphire Plate And Bridges

In the luxury world, "millionaire" doesn't sounds nearly as sexy as it used to. With the existence of watches that cost a million dollars, having just a few million dollars in the bank isn't gonna get precious stone peddlers excited. So we've stepped things up to making "billionaire" the new "millionaire." The former of which is exactly the type of person who might be interested in this new, highly limited watch from Corum.

Rich are getting richer; millionaires are adding wealth to turn into billionaires and to make that distinction they need new exclusive accessories to flaunt that kind of wealth. For such billionaires Corum has unveiled exclusive and limited Corum Romvlvs billionaire tourbillion watches. Corum Romvlvs collection of watches has already made a mark in the luxury world, though this watch design is derived from the same collection what differs is the amount of precious stones used in the watch.

It is very difficult to design exclusive luxury accessory like a watch because there is only limited casing and dial space that can be used to add jewels. But Corum has created a new luxury benchmark by creating ‘billionaire’ tourbillion watches. The entire watch case is studded with some 164 diamonds, bezel has another 44. Tourbillion movement uses plates made out of sapphire crystal and the entire watch is set in 45mm wide 18k white gold case.

Corum has created only five such watches and one can be sure there will be more than five billionaires wanting to flaunt it in their collection of riches. Unfortunately price is not known…any guesses?

New Limited Edition Swarovski-studded Ski Mask From D&G - - Skiing, Glamour and Luxury All Together

Skiing, glamour and luxury go well together. It is pleasing to the eye when some of the skiing equipment gets the glamour treatment. If you are planning a ski trip (you should if you are not) you have an opportunity to make a glam fashion statement on the slopes of Alps by donning the new Swarovski-studded ski mask. D&G’s Limited Edition ski mask will not only help to keep the bitter cold out but also help to attract bitter stares from envious skiers.

This is really special and not just another D&G creation. This ski mask has been exclusively designed by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. They have upped the glam quotient of the ski mask by embellishing it with 2,500 Swarovski crystals. To make this limited edition offer really exclusive every mask comes marked with a serial number on its elastic band. Crafted out of polyurethane and hypoallergenic and ergonomic foam, the mask boasts of exceptional features like a double lens and anti fog system which render optimum visibility.

Available in four shades of red, blue, gold and silver, it will be packed in technical quilted nylon sac with a steel zipper, inspired by the quilted coats seen worn on the slopes. They are available at the D&G Boutiques in Milan, Paris, London and New York.

Diamond-studded Saucepan From German Company Fissler Showcased at Millionaire Fair in Moscow, Russia

What can you expect at a Millionaire Fair? A lot of diamonds even on kitchen ware. At this year’s Millionaire Fair in Moscow, Russia, one of the highlights was a diamond-studded saucepan, which was valued at whopping 150,000 Euros (about $210,500). Its extraordinary look made it unique and was displayed in a thick glass case illuminated with special lighting. Decorated with 18-carat gold, the saucepan has its handle and lid studded with 270 diamonds.

Fissler, the famous cookware brand from Germany has created this one off saucepan. The company’s spokesperson and Brand Manager Natalya Oreshkina explained that the vessel is not meant for cooking but for serving the food in a beautiful and luxurious way. The price of the pan is comparable with a Porsche Cayenne SUV, but a Porsche Cayenne turns into a pile of metal once it leaves the showroom. This is an investment.

The diamond pot will come complete with a high-class jewelry box made of root wood. The diamond-studded saucepan is probably the most precious pot in the world, and they have already applied for inclusion in the book of Guinness World Records though one must admit it has taken the easy option of using diamonds to make it world’s most expensive.