Italian Chic book by Assouline Description Italy is a country synonymous with style and beauty in all aspects of life: the rich history of Rome, the Renaissance art of Florence, the graceful canals of Venice, the haute couture of Milan, the pasta the Bolognese of Bologna, the colorful architecture of Portofino and the flashing blue….
Book Formula 1: Impossible collection by Assouline Description A six-point safety harness wraps around your shoulders and between your legs, a neck brace tightens your chest. The world to come is only visible above a ledge at eye level; the world behind is only seen through two mirrors a little bigger than cigarette boxes. The…
Book Mykonos Muse of Assouline Description Located in the Cyclades and surrounded by the blue-green water of the Aegean Sea, lies whitewashed and windmill-dotted Mykonos, the Island of the Winds. This ancient island and those that surround it, mythologized as the bodies of the gods slain by Hercules in ancient times, are older than legend…
Book Guerlain: An Imperial Icon by Assouline Description Discover the legendary tale of Guerlains iconic “Bee Bottle” in Guerlain: An Imperial Icon. This volume from the Assouline Classics Collection celebrates the 170th anniversary of the Abeilles Bottle, a symbol of exceptional craftsmanship that embodies the enlightened values of tradition and excellence. Featuring historical and contemporary…
Biarritz Basque Book by Assouline Description On the south coast of France, there is an idyllic town that has hosted famous visitors such as Napoleon III and Coco Chanel, but it is also a surfer’s paradise. This captivating anomaly is none other than Biarritz. Imagine breathtaking landscapes, a rich cultural tapestry, and the aroma of…
Book Jaeger-LeCoultre: Reverso by Assouline Description This richly illustrated volume traces the history of one of the world’s most recognizable wristwatches through archival images and original photographs, as well as evocative text from the author, historian, journalist and watch specialist. watchmaker Nicholas Foulkes. Born in 1931, at the height of the Art Deco period, the…
Louis Vuitton Book: Virgil Abloh (Classic Cartoon Cover) by Assouline Description When Virgil Abloh took his first bow for Louis Vuitton in June 2018, fashion changed forever. The newest addition to the Classics collection, Louis Vuitton: Virgil Abloh pays homage to the designer’s groundbreaking creativity on and off the runway. Featuring more than 250 incredibly…
Book Golden Opulence: 500 Years of Luxuriant Style by Assouline Description The concept of luxury, often considered a modern notion, has deep historical roots, parallel to human civilization itself. Ancient societies, in their quest to satisfy more than just basic needs, left behind exquisite artifacts that reflect the joy of owning unique objects. From enchanting…
Book Watches: Impossible collection by Assouline Description In this stunning new addition to the Assouline series, British historian Nicholas Foulkes has selected the 100 revolutionary ” timepieces” of the 20th century, weighing the virtues of rarity, cost, innovative features, historical significance, great provenance and pleasant design. The watch – a microcosm of hundreds of tiny…
Book Bali Mystique by Assouline Description Surfing mecca, tropical paradise, hub of bamboo architecture, “island of the gods” Bali contains multitudes. The magnetism of this Indonesian island is unmatched, attracting millions of visitors every year. A balance of spiritual meditation and indulgent fun, there is an energy to Bali that defies the stereotype of a…
Book Fernando Botero: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description Fernando Botero pursued excellence in art for sixty-five turbulent years, mastering numerous techniques and creating a formidable body of work of over 3,000 paintings, over 200 sculptures, and at least 12,000 drawings. Few artists have been able to create a world as distinctive as Botero’s, instantly recognizable…
Book Miami Beach by Assouline Description Considered by many to be the most vibrant, fast-paced and sexiest city in the country, Miami is more popular than ever. Yet it is a city that does not just change but evolves, never rewriting the past, only adding to its illustrious legacy. And that’s the real beauty of…