Book Marbella Sol d’Assouline Description Marbella is both a blank slate and a palimpsest. It could be anything to anyone. You can meet a rock star in the morning and European royalty in the afternoon. There can’t be many places where two such unique personalities could cross paths. To paraphrase Churchill, it is a kaleidoscope…
Book African Adventures: The Greatest Safari On Earth by Assouline Description Embark on a magical journey into the African wilderness and be transformed forever. Witness the awe-inspiring interactions of a lioness and her cubs or a baby elephant learning to use its trunk and be amazed by the natural wonders of Africa. African Adventures: The…
Book Capri Dolce Vita by Assouline Description Capri, a resort island dating back to the height of the Roman Empire, has long been an extraordinary destination full of ancient charm. Cherished by everyone by doctor Axel Munthe, who recommended its clean air to his patients to cure bronchitis; to director Jean-Luc Godard as the setting…
Book Alula Ever by Assouline Description A travel destination like no other, AlUla is a breathtaking oasis in Saudi Arabia where ancient sites are brought into conversation with modern progress. A spectacularly preserved cultural and historical masterpiece, AlUla has existed for millennia and has only recently been opened to international travelers. From the old town…
Book Columbia Pictures: 100 Years Of Cinema by Assouline Description For a century, Columbia Pictures has shined as a beacon in the world of cinema, symbolized by the Torch Lady of Columbia. From classics like His Girl Friday to modern masterpieces like Taxi Driver, the studio has left an indelible mark on cinematic history. Sam…
Dior book by Raf Simons d’Assouline Description Discover Raf Simons’ exquisite haute couture designs for Dior from 2012 to 2015, as he brought a contemporary touch to the famous Parisian fashion house. With insightful text from fashion journalist Tim Blanks, this volume showcases Simons’ aesthetic and innovative approach, merging it with the poetic femininity of…
Book Hamptons Private by Assouline Description “The Hamptons” is synonymous with luxury. Just mentioning the name conjures up images of pool parties, palatial waterfront estates, and endless days on the beach socializing with the upper echelon. But before this famous peninsula became the summer haunt of the glitterati, its forty miles of rolling sand dunes…
Book Havana Blues by Assouline Description Ruined pastel-colored facades line the streets, parked vintage cars evoke the past, live music permeates the air. Welcome to Havana, home of boundless energy. Situated along the Florida Strait, Cuba’s capital has undergone many identities: Spanish colonization, mafia rule in the 1930s, 1950s glamor, the Cuban revolution and, more…
Book Versailles – From Louis XIV to Jeff Koon: Impossible collection by Assouline Description Welcome to the most legendary palace in the world, the glittering Chateau de Versailles. Narrating the most important historical, social and cultural milestones of Versailles, beginning with the original proposal for a modest hunting lodge requested by Louis XIII in 1623,…
Book Cipullo: Making Jewelry Modern by Assouline Description Born in Naples in 1935 into a family of jewelers, Aldo Cipullo became the most glamorous jewelry designer of the 1970s and early ’80s. Aldo Cipullo left Italy for the exciting possibilities of life in New York, enrolling in the School of Visual Arts. In 1960, he…
Book Pablo Picasso: Impossible collection by Assouline Description Pablo Picasso redefined art throughout his extraordinary career, becoming indisputably one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. In this evocative volume, the artist’s granddaughter, Diana Widmaier Picasso, presents the quintessential 100 unique works that define the evolution of this illustrious artist, creating a stunning…
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…