Book Comporta Bliss by Assouline Description Sometimes compared to Brigitte Bardot’s Saint-Tropez in the 1950s, Comporta, with its laid-back pace and artistic community, is the ideal destination for those looking to get lost. It’s the new favorite of personalities such as Jacques Grange, Farida Khelfa, Franois Dumas, the Esprito Santo family and Madonna, who shares…
Book Riva Aquarama: Impossible collection by Assouline Description When it comes to glamor and high-end style on the seas, there is nothing more captivating than the Aquarama. Imagined by the legendary Carlo Riva, the wooden speed car has become an icon of Italian design and the Riva Aquarama book, published by Assouline, is celebrating its…
Book Tiffany & Co.: The Landmark by Assouline Description Tiffany & Co.’s Fifth Avenue flagship, reopened in April 2023 after a major four-year restoration, has become a new landmark in the New York skyline. Transformed by architect Peter Marino, the interiors now feature works by renowned artists and a three-story exhibition space designed by Shohei…
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…
Greek Islands book by Assouline Description An endless expanse of sparkling waters coupled with unparalleled Greek hospitality awaits visitors to the Aegean Islands. Each island is home to a unique spirit and mythology. From Patmos (the Aga Khan’s favorite) to Hydra (which captivated Henry Miller, Leonard Cohen and Sophia Loren), the islands are imbued with…
Book Al’Madinah The City Of The Prophet: Impossible collection by Assouline Description Discover the cultural identity of the holy destination of Al’Madinah with this captivating title – Al’Madinah. This tour of the city’s greatest landmarks, past and present, provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the city’s rich history. Written by Dr. Tunaideb Al-Faidi and…
Book Athens Rivieira by Assouline Description Athens is experiencing a revival in art, nightlife and design. For a metropolis constantly associated with the past, modern advances in development and culture are sometimes overlooked in favor of the ruins and artifacts of antiquity. When in fact, the juxtaposition only enhances the beauty of both. The Athens…
Book The Missoni Family Cookbook by Assouline Description The Missoni family lives life in color. They didn’t just revolutionize knitting; they have forged a lifestyle which, like their fashion, combines elegance and enthusiasm with spontaneity and sophistication. The Missoni style is recognized and admired throughout the world and is collected by fashionistas and museums alike….
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 Wine: Impossible collection by Assouline Description “Ultraluxe Wine Collectors Compendium” Wine Spectator In this stunning addition to the Assouline Ultimate Collection, Enrico Bernardo, the world’s best sommelier, imagines the perfect cellar filled with the most exceptional wines of the 20th century: The Impossible Collection of Wine. Weighing the virtues of rarity, terroir, taste and…
St. Moritz Chic Book by Assouline Description Nestled in Switzerland’s Alpine Engadine Valley, St. Moritz sits amid a sea of ski resorts famous in that it has long maintained an elusive allure. The winter home of personalities from Gunter Sachs and Gianni Agnelli to Sofia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, John Lennon and Claudia Schiffer,…
Book Horses from Saudi Arabia by Assouline Description The land of Saudi Arabia shaped the Arabian horse, perfecting its unyielding athleticism, perfecting its distinct characteristics and building its good temperament. Since the time of the Bedouin tribes, the Arabian horse has reigned supreme as the most prized species. Today, Saudi Arabia’s enthusiasm for equestrian life…