February 07, 2012
This bike is a lot of fun and it's quick gear changes make for a great ride for thrill seekers. If you love scrambling you'll love this bike. It is billed as a barely legal race bike with lights and if that sounds like your kind of thing you can't go wrong with this.
The Jet Business has recently opened as the first business jet showroom in the world. Based in London, this unique venture utilises the latest technology to allow customers to preview, compare and contrast the offerings of the private jet world from the comfort of a luxury showroom. If you're considering dipping into this most luxurious of worlds, then this is the best place to start.
Check out this great video from Bentley, celebrating the new V8 engine on the Continental GT.
These days the world of music is full of avant-garde ideas and concepts, with composers and music makers stretching to far out lengths to create original works. This is one such example, as filmmaker Daniel Michaelis and producer Alexander Sperr have teamed up to present this cool video.
We love Christmas here at LGB. The sights, the smells, the sounds, the luxury. So our pre-New Year's Resolution is to bring to you our list of top gifts this holiday season. Over the next 12 days, we will be focusing on products that can give you the inspiration to do some last minute shopping, beginning today with 12 fantastic items. Whatever your taste, we're sure you'll find something perfect amongst these fantastic products…
1.We start off by bringing you some real eye-candy for the watch and clock fans among you. This classic desk clock from David Linley brings a simple elegance with three beautiful clocks featured in a walnut case. This would look fabulous on any desk.
2.This P6520 Heritage is an edgy number from Porsche Design and looks like a car tyre, perfectly representing this most revered of brands. The hidden compass inside is removable and will no doubt ensure that this model is high on the intrepid explorer's most wanted list this Christmas.
3.A fantastic silver Rolex is available from Fourtane. The "Panama Canal" model is a breath of fresh air and looks stunning and modern in this colour scheme. This is well worth investigating.
4.Next up we are happy to see that our favourite customisers the Bamford Watch Department have struck gold again with their gorgeous take on the Rolex Explorer II. It's just pure class and a proper mix of style and substance. This is something we expect to hear big things from, don't miss out.
5.Officine Panerai is offering a great looking analogue watch with classic brown colouring and soft edges. This is the watch equivalent of hot chocolate; smooth, luxuriant and comfortable. The easy to read dial make this perfect for those who prefer the less flashy options.
6.Meanwhile, HD3 Complication has come up with the Black Pearl- this extraordinary timepiece for those who want something a little out of the ordinary. It is based upon pirates and buccaneers and the design is really spectacular, with a sci-fi feel coupled with flashes of the past.
7.Our next entry is a stunning humidor containing 100 cigars. This is another item by Linley who always deliver top quality goods. The box itself is a model of the Partagas factory in Cuba which is so cool and recognizable, we love this box and if you know a cigar fan this will go down a treat.
8.Trek have ushered in what we at LGB think is the next big era in cycling- perfectly designed custom bikes. From a starting point of two basic model designs, the options swiftly open up allowing you to truly customise everything that goes on, in, or with your bike. This is not just a style exercise either, Project One gives you the opportunity of choosing all components and fitting which can lead to some seriously cool designs and riding perfection. If you're serious about cycling, then hop on over to their website, you won't be disappointed.
9.Also for petrol heads, the Yamaha VMax Concept Bike is a stunning new design in collaboration with Hermes. For a motorcycle, this is about as luxurious as it can possible get, with a brown leather upholstery counterbalancing the machinery, bringing a natural feel to an elegant design.
10. This is one of the coolest things I have ever seen. Whilst this is not likely to help you rescue cats stuck in trees, the Jetlev is likely to make anybody feel like James Bond. If there is a must-have gift this year for adventurous souls, this, surely, is it. Q, eat your heart out.
11.Grey Area have some fantastic pieces for art lovers to investigate, particularly this amazing AK-47 picture by Dustin Yellin. If you’re looking for intriguing and beguiling works of art then this is a must-see.
12.Finally for today we recommend this gorgeous bag from one of LGB’s favourite’s, Bottega Veneta. It is a stunning pink laced with flecks of white and will look fantastic on the arm of the fashionista in the new year.
Be sure to check back with us tomorrow for our next 11 gift suggestions!
This cool idea was conceived by Studio Weave and artist duo Somewhere. The narrowboat as a cinema is a cool concept, and a great way to utilise and show off the miles of canal London has to offer. Cinema normally depicts beautiful images but it's nice to have one that's also beautiful from the outside.
I travel so much and one of the most irritating aspects of the process is getting through airports the luggage. Now there is a great new website dedicated to relieving the weary traveller of this banal task. I cannot recommend this enough, travelling is far easier and much more enjoyable when you don't have to worry about baggage.
Ryno are a new US-based brand intent on creating energy efficient personal transportation products. This 'micro-cycle' feels like a hybrid motorbike and unicycle, and the designers feel it represents the future of personal mobility. It's certainly a bold design and it's interesting to see the humble bike evolving into yet another unique transport solution. With just one wheel, the advantage of this product is being able to navigate through difficult obstacles more easily than on the traditional bike and the wide-wheel makes balancing easy. It'll be interesting to see these develop.
One small step for New Mexico, one giant leap for mankind. Mos Eisley eat your heart out, now planet Earth has its very own spaceport, created by Foster and Partners. Your eyes do not deceive you- as unbelievable as it may seem, this stunning creation has recently had its opening ceremony along with Virgin Galactic.
The aim of the centre is to allow tourists to travel into space which has got to be one of the most exciting opportunities afforded mankind for years, bringing science fiction fantasies to life for the first time and maybe even ushering in a new era.
What’s most surprising about this though, is that the port’s sustainability credentials are actually very impressive; local materials were sourced for construction and man-mad lighting is minimised by the use of numerous skylights. Energy used for heating is reduced by having the entire structure dug in and ventilation is provided naturally by the wind.
Riva Yachts is among the top brands when is comes to stylish yachts. They have now created a new baby in the world of Riva, the Iseo.
The new Riva is coming in at the smaller end of the arsenal of yachts at 27 foot. With this new boat you can appreciate the heritage from the ultimate Riva, the true classic, the Rivarama.
The Iseo is going to become the ultimate Amalfi Coast cruiser from Capri to Portofino. You can just imagine the sexy Italians meandering along the coast in one of these amazing Rivas.
Nowadays, when you say 'Homer' most people will think of Homer Simpson, as opposed to Homer's Odyssey. I know I do. Now, Matt Groening's iconic yellow-faced man has been taken to yet another level.
The guys at Santa Cruz have created the ultimate homage to the yellow-faced head of the Simpson family, turning him into a skate board, so that Bart can ride his father's head around Springfield. He's now the skate board of choice, and the ultimate skate shape!
Being a cruzer board, it's by far the best board for gliding around the city or attempting tricks whenever you feel like it. It's an odd combination of brands, but I'm pretty happy this collaboration has happened - boarding round town with a super-fly smile on your face knowing you have this cool retro board under your feet.
Eat my shorts, dude.
The history between Harley-Davidson and Captain America stems right back to the iconic comic book hero.
In the wake of the boom of the super hero era, this is a great American hero product with a true American hero.
It's fair to say that Harley-Davidson is a power-house brand in the U.S, it's the brand associated with everything American. Harley-Davidson make truly iconic, sexy machines and this amazing Captain America classic is definitely very cool. Do check it out!
I've been in Paris for the last few days and I've got loads to report. I'm totally in love with this city, there's just something so chic about Paris.
First Class on Air France was a wonderful experience. Their seats are the best I've known for the price in this class. There's definitely something a little amazing about jumping on a French plane from JFK. The air hosts are incredibly chic and stylish, inspiring the utmost confidence in the flight you're about to embark upon. Air France should be your only choice when flying into Paris.
I was invited to Paris to see a few things. First up was the new Aston Martin Colette edition. I was asked along as the last review I did for Liquid Gold Baby was not the most favourable, but ultimately, I feel the same as I did before. Why has Aston Martin re-styled a Toyota IQ into what they think is a sexy car? I'm surprised at the link-up with Colette, why one of the best trend setting shops in Paris would want to be involved in a project like this is a little beyond me.
I saw the Aston Colette edition on the street just opposite the Colette store itself, with a very elegant gentleman standing to the side of the car with the keys. I decided to put my first instincts aside, be open minded and take a closer look. After all, I'm in Paris, the guy with the keys looked fairly dapper - what have I got to lose? I sat in the car and the first thing that instantly annoyed me about this $70,000 car is that there's no inbuilt sat-nav. Just a portable device. I did think the colour combination was very cool, the silver and blue interior felt like a little bit of luxury, but it still smacked of 'pimp my ride', and do your worst on a small city car. There were a few things I loved about the car; the honey comb design sun-visor and the key chain with the Colette logo were both pretty cool, and also the two blue circles on the back of the car announcing 'Colette Limited Edition'.
Still, I'm sad to say that my first findings of Paris were a little sad, but fear not - there's more to come in my next Paris post.
I know you're an intrepid traveller, where is your most favourite place and why?
It's hard to choose favorites when there is so much left in the world to see. I absolutely love the countryside of Japan, specifically an area called Hakone. And Tokyo is an unbeatable city.
What item can't you travel without?
Curiosity. Travel doesn't work without it. But I guess you're looking for a more concrete answer. I don't leave home without Melatonin so I can fight jet lag. Or my Blackberry– that thing has more miles on it than anything.
Where in the world do you call home?
I call NYC home, even if I haven't actually had a home there for nearly a year. I've been fairly nomadic, so I have a good selection of hotels that I call home (and they call my home) when I'm in NYC. Home is where the heart is, and luckily I've figured out how to carry that feeling with me wherever I go.
What's your most cherished item?
I have some pretty incredible pieces of art I've collected over the years– some early Takashi Murakami. I also love my watches. But my most cherished items probably are my health and freedom– so I can keep this crazy schedule up.
What would you consider to be your greatest achievement and why?
Figuring out early there was something I am good at, that makes money, and makes me happy– all at once.
If you had to choose a favourite modern day car, which car would it be?
Fisker Karma. Henrik Fisker designed the DB9, and now he's making a DB9 to save the world.
In your opinion which fashion line do you consider to be unrivalled and are there any particular individuals shaping the future of fashion?
I'm at odds with most of my favorite fashion lines right now. I used to be a die hard Yohji fan, and a big buyer of his Y-3 line– but they seem to be having quality issues and just not quite getting it. Dior Homme is a favorite, but they sometimes seem to push into the obscure rather than continue with the modern classics.
I like what Thom Browne is doing and how his pieces are mixing the future with the past– and what he did for Moncler was fantastic.
What's the best shop in the world?
Colette in Paris probably. Although Japan has a couple rivals– one of my favorite for clothing is Edifice and of course United Arrows is a mecca. Dover Street Market in London is classic.
You're famous for spotting the next big thing - what's exciting you most this year so far?
Technologies impact on how we alter behaviors and empower communities of people to share, change, and create a better future. I travelled to Sub-Saharan africa last year with a friend working on a project there and I couldn't believe I had 3G cell service in the middle of nowhere, a thousand miles to the nearest city. That's going to change everything. Everything.
Has there ever been a trend or a craze that has made you cringe?
I wasn't ever so fond of people wearing Crocs in public, despite their comfort and functionality they really should be left in the garden.
Alpha Z is a boat from the amazing boat builders Van Dam.
This is a 805HP true James Bond boat, a genuine alpha dog in the world of small speed boats. The speed of this amazing boat is a 100mph and with a length of 32'9, it's basically a Ferrari of the sea. Alpha Z has been designed with true style insight. Van Dam has kept to the design brief as you'll agree by looking at the images.
I was so lucky to have been driven in one of these incredibly sexy boats only a few days ago. The 805HP V8 sounds so sexy and the single screw propeller is a perfect combination of sound and pace. This is a boat just like a beautiful old Ferrari, it screams out style and taste. If you're wanting to be a true alpha man then this has to be your ride of choice.
Have you ever had a whole row of a plane to yourself and wanted to yank the seats arms from their sockets? I've spent many a long haul flight yearning for a bed that I've debated sleeping on the floor.
Enter Air New Zealand's new ingenious Economy Skycouches, they've simply taken the hassle out of flying coach.
By upgrading from Economy to Skycouch, a row of three economy seats can be made into a giant sofa. Perfect as a kids play area, stretching out, sleeping or just watching a movie. With the touch of a button, the foot rest comes up to create a flat, flexable space.
The service will be available on selected services to and from London from April next year. Flying coach will never be the same again!
These suit case stickers will make you the talk of the custom officials.
Have you ever wanted to be a drug dealer or ever wanted to be a arms dealer but don't want all the hassle of being arrested and deported? Then look no further than suit case stickers. These suit case stickers are priced at $15 and with that you get a mandatory cavity search. Enjoy.
This the new ultimate foldable bike. The IF Mode is a new form of luxury folding bicycle, making portable bike travel so much sexier.
The IF Mode bike is not like your typical annoying folding bike, this is a proper bike that you can be proud of riding after your trip on the subway; it's a bike able to meet the demands of a tough city.
The IF Mode can be purchased from a range of stockists including the great AreaWare, these guys in particular make the whole process easy. With this luxury folding bike you do not have to worry about getting your suit covered in oil as there's no chain to get it caught on.
With this bike you'll be armed and ready to be face the commute with a smile, you won't have to worry about your bike getting stolen on the street as you'll even be able to store it under your desk at work.
The boat market is so saturated with concept designs of super yachts but this one that has blow me away. Strand Craft have designed an amazing concept yacht, taking a leap from concept to production as you can order this mega yacht from them.
Strand Craft 122 is going to have a top speed of 43 knots, so very fast, and with the length of 38 metres it is not all about the speed, unlike many power boats the Stand Craft 122 is also about comfort.
The interior has a wonderful art deco design that so complements the exterior. The yacht will have a super car as a tender that will be stored in the belly of the car for the super cool getaway.
Once launched, Strand Craft will be far ahead of its competitors. The design is so sexy and the yacht is guaranteed to make you feel like James Bond.
Aquariva is a spectacular limited edition collection of 22 boats designed by Marc Newson for Riva - launching in September 2010.
These boats are seriously sexy. With 2* Yanmar 6 LY3/UTP engine power, 380hp / 279kW at 3300rpm the boats reach a maximum speed of 41 knots, with a cool cruising speed of 36 knots. The range in nautical miles is 130nm maximum speed and 150nm cruising speed.
The boat's main dimensions include an overall length of 33ft, a hull length of 32ft, and a waterline length of 27ft, carrying a maximum of 8 people. Check out the cool and colourful interiors; my favourite is the turquoise, but the orange and yellow look pretty hot too.
Eurocopter, a European based helicopter company have teamed up with Mercedes-Benz to bring you this stunning helicopter.
The Merc Eurocopter is based on the model EC145 but that is where it stops. Mercedes-benz have taken the helicopter and its drab interior and made it feel alive and fresh.
This is going to be a very pricey transportation device but if you can afford it then this is the best in the town. The cross over seat looks amazing and all of those seats can be removed. The windows in this Eurocopter are so clear, it's as if you can actually touch the outside. The touch of wood makes this helicopter feel more and more luxurious, also the DVD looks so futristic. There is also a great cooler box in the middle that look a piece of art.
There is a new breed of super private aircrafts for businesses on the move.
The new Gulf Stream G650 flies at around 0.85 mach, 567 mph which is the same speed as the huge boeing 747-400, which is almost 4 time the size. The G650 is also equal to the Boeing 747-400 in distance as both can fly around 7000 nautical miles.
The cabin on the new G650 is going to be wider and taller at more than 8 feet wide and 6 feet high. The 28 inch wide window is the largest on any plane so seeing is definitely believing.
The new Bombardier Global Express XRS is another beautiful plane made with wonderful style. The range is 6500 NM, the cabin is 6.25ft tall and the width is 6.92ft. This is a sumptuous aircraft packed with all the best technology money can buy.
There is only one problem with Global Express, looking at the fortune 500 company their preferred choice of aircraft is Gulf Stream. Oh, and the video is a tit-bit of what would be the dream of most private plane companies.
These are the best looking super yacht designs that have come out for a long time.
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with but a single step." Confucius
We think that this quote best describes what we are doing here at LGB. We are here to not perpetuate the norm on blogs but to be innovative on news. We want to show and to write about travel, cars, movies, architecture and fashion in a different way. This is a place that should be your one-stop for the news on all the luxury items that surround our lives.
We have multiple writers at LGB and they are divided up into three groups:
l@liquidgoldbaby.com This group focuses mainly on travel, cars, movies and architecture. Now, when we say that, we mean that we are looking at new travel destinations or ones that have been forgotten, yet still amazing.
Cars: We are looking at the cutting edge of car technology and also looking at what has shaped them to this point.
Architecture: We are going to be looking at revolutionary design, what has lasted and why it has lasted for so long. We will be looking at designs that take your breath away.
Movies: We are looking at what is coming out, but also jumping back to cult classics. We will show trailers that we like and will write short reviews of the movies that we think you should see.
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We cannot wait to show you our world and would like to leave you on a great quote that we think is our motto here at liquidgoldbaby.com.
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