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Jay-Z and Nike join forces for a VERY “Limited Edition” Air Force 1 “All Black Everything” Collection. The Collection is made up of five country-inspired sneakers, only two made of each pair, and pays homage to the USA, France, China, Puerto Rico and Brazil. Each sneaker features a distinct combination of all-black panels over a transparent sole filled with the respective country’s colors. You find them uo for auction on eBay. Happy Bidding!

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Ulysse Nardin is best known for high end watches but they also offer an upscale smartphone called the Chairman, which comes in several different gold and steel color combinations plus a glitzy flagship model, the Chairman Diamond Edition. The phone has an 18k white gold casing, more than 2,000 handset brilliant-cut diamonds, and white ceramic trim. The tech specs include a 3.2 inch touchscreen, HD video, 32G of memory, and a unique watch-inspired self-winding power mechanism on the back that supplements the battery.

Price? A whopping $129,000

Android Homme and NYC retailer Atrium have collaborated on an exclusive pair of their “Propulsion 2″ sneaker. The sneaker comes in a black and metal colorway, featuring suede, leather and patent leather. The shoes are now available from Atrium and are limited to 200 pairs.

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Royal Salute, part of the Chivas Brothers luxury whisky stable, is releasing a new limited edition Scotch in a gold and crystal decanter to honor the Queen of England. Dubbed 62 Gun Salute in homage to the fusillade fired at the Tower of London every June to mark the Queen’s official birthday and accession to the throne, the exclusive Scotch was created with the input of four generations of master blenders and each whisky used is at least 40 years old. Presented in an exquisite hand crafted Dartington Crystal decanter decorated in 24 carat gold and crowned with a cut crystal stopper, the result of 40 hours of artisanal craftsmanship, it will go on sale at the end of the year priced at $2,000 per bottle.

The last few years the rush of designer phones seems to have cooled off a bit but that hasn’t stopped ModeLabs from creating a lavish new touchscreen cell phone with Versace. The luxury mobile device has a sapphire crystal screen that is said to be the largest single piece ever offered in a consumer device. Gold plating and high-tech ceramic or handmade lacquer construction options add to the luxury look. The Versace Medusa is displayed both on the leather back and the front of the device. The phone is an LG device with a three-inch display and five megapixel camera. It offers Dolby Mobile surround sound technology for high quality in ringtones, MP3 music files and video with 30 hours of playtime. It will be sold through watch and fine jewelry networks and Versace flagship boutiques worldwide from early June 2010.

If you’re from where i’m from you are very excited right now! The New Balance M996 has been reissued exclusively by Fred Segal in LA. This shoe was a classic staple in the DC area in the early 90′s.  The sneaker features all-over premium pigskin leather and is made in the U.S. at one of New Balance’s Maine factories. “The 996 was first introduced in 1988 and with an improved midsole, (utilizing the ENCAP® heel with a C-CAP midsole) was the best stability and cushioning combo to date. The 996 also featured the first use of 3M Scotchlight reflective trim for safer night time running by New Balance.” Available at Fred Segal (store guide) on May 13, 2010. Limited to 47 pairs.

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My favorite French vodka label Grey Goose partnered with Chopard Jewelry for a limited release magnum bottle. The bottle is adorned with a brilliant, glittering globe where a goose sits on top. Previewed at Cannes, the bottle will be available at major grocery stores in Paris until the end of September 2010.

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This watch has to have one of the most detailed Chopard watch cases I have ever seen. The image here doesn’t do this fact justice, but look at the sides and rear of the watch and you get a visual treat. This limited edition of just 500 pieces 18kt gold watch steps both forward and back with a refreshing look at the Chopard racing chronograph watch line. Case size is about 48mm wide (big for the brand!) by 15mm thick. It is water resistant to 100 meters.

Likely the brand’s more popular collection are the Mille Miglia watches. The nomenclature burst open a bit so that the Mille Miglia name isn’t applied to all of their racing themed watches, but fans “in the know” understand the heritage. One of the most fun elements is the gold three spoke racing steering wheel that is placed on the side of the rubber coated crown. The sides of the case are all nicely milled and cut with an interesting horizontal striping. The large screw columns intentionally protrude a bit giving it a very technical feel. The crown guard and rubberized integrated chronograph pushers are nicely done in a unique style. The black on rose gold tones are extremely contemporary.

Chopard never lets down with the dials on its racing watches. The hands (in gold) are always large and have a high contrast with the dial. Three overlapping chronograph subdials are subdued, but legible. The dial itself enjoys a vertical pattering which is new to the collection, while the minute marker scaled chapter ring is futuristic and retro at the same time. Inside the watch is a base ETA automatic chronograph movement that has been COSC Chronometer certified. Lastly, no Chopard racing watch would be complete without the requisite Dunlop tire tread rubber strap. Price is about $24,000.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

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“Oculus is the first “design launch” of Schöpfer Yachts LLC. This 250-foot vessel was designed by E. Kevin Schöpfer, founder and owner of his namesake company.

Designed to accommodate 14 guests in extraordinary comfort and style, Oculus is a long distance cruising yacht capable of speeds upwards of 21 knots.
The exterior styling is representative of the jaw and eye socket bone structure of large oceanic fish and mammals. Featuring a dramatic reverse bow configuration, the yacht’s armature balances an elegant expression of symmetry and structure.

In addition to the bow, Oculus also features a “low rider profile”. This slightly lowered surface allows for new side recreational areas, alternate dockage access and light cruising openness. Lateral retractable side panels close this area when heavier wave action is indicated.”

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