LuxNotes

Stephen Dweck Jewelry

Now at Bergdorf's , Stephen Dweck.  One collection is more stunning than the next.  Black pearls with diamonds.  Gold with mult-colored accents.  Bronze with diamonds, below.

High-End Skateboards

The Italian brothers behind Bottega Montana furniture have introduced Bottega Montana skateboards.  They are handmade of walnut and white oak with an exposed grain matte finish.  In addition to looking display-worthy, one model facilitates tight turns and another "carves" with speed.

Trina Turk Coat

It's getting cold in New York and we've found something fits the bill perfectly.  "Rich peacock print in a striking style, seamed for a stunning fit. Inset waist enhances the hourglass shape, and faux-fur trim adds an ultraluxe finish."  That's the Trina Turk "Prima Donna" Coat.

Bodum Glassware

Made of two walls of handblown borsilicate glass, the Bodum Double Wall coolers, tumblers and espresso glasses are a "visual as well as a sensual pleasure, suspending your beverage in an interior chamble while the surface you hold remains cool to the touch".  This glass resists sweating and scratching and is perfect for hot or cold drinks.

Chip & Pepper School Spirit

Showing school spirit has just gotten cooler.  High-end denim brand Chip & Pepper has collaborated with universities like NYU and Florida State to produce a line of tees, sweats, fleece and track suits with school logos.  According to WWD, the company is describing the line, to launch in November, as "luxe collegiate".  Interestingly, it won't be available at campus bookstores but instead at Barneys, Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus.   

Little Marc for Kids

Little Marc by Marc Jacobs is a way to get the kids hooked early.  Think cashmere and Jacobs' other signature looks for Marc fans aged two to seven.

 

LuxNews: China to Dominate Luxe Market

According to WWD, Chinese consumers are likely to account for almost a quarter of global luxury goods purchases by as early as 2014, making these customers the number-one purchasers of luxury goods in the world.  Note that this is about nationality, not country of purchase, as luxury shoppers from emerging markets spend more on high-end goods while traveling than when at home.