Book Cigars: Impossible collection by Assouline Description In the highly anticipated new volume of Assouline’s bestselling ultimate collection, The Impossible Collection of Cigars envisions the ultimate humidor packed with the most notable cigars of the 20th and 21st centuries from the most prestigious manufacturers. Like the pop of the Champagne cork, the flick of the…
18th Century Style Book by Assouline Description The 18th century embodies aesthetic perfection through monuments like Versailles and the opulence of Marie Antoinette’s court, showcasing the Enlightenment ideals of reason and freedom. From rococo to neoclassicism, it marked a dynamic era in arts, design and literature, whose stylistic codes still inspire contemporary creators. Assouline’s Style…
Book Interview: 50 Years of Assouline Description In 1969, Andy Warhol launched Interview, an underground film journal that quickly transformed into an iconic symbol of New York culture and style. The monthly’s wide-ranging conversations and irreverent approach opened doors to society’s inner circles and became a launching pad for creative talents such as Andre Leon…
Book Whiskey: Impossible collection by Assouline Description Whether served neat, on the rocks, or mixed in a cocktail, whiskey is often considered the best spirit in the world. On paper, it may look like a simple concoction water and grains, fermented by yeast, then aged in a wooden barrel but there is much more to…
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…
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 Red Sea: The Saudi Coast by Assouline Description Bordering the coasts of eight countries, the Red Sea is a melting pot of civilizations, beliefs and hopes. With unique coral reefs and diverse underwater life, untouched nature and unparalleled biodiversity thrive in the aquatic environment and have led to the creation of several conservation initiatives….
Book Marrakech Flair by Assouline Description It has been said that Marrakech awakens all the senses. Whether seeing the intricate zellige tiles; smell the various spices sold in the souks; hear the call to prayer emanate from neighboring mosques; touch the soft leather used to make a pair of babouches (leather sandals); enjoying a tasty…
Book Punta Del Este by Assouline Description The world-class South American resort of Punta del Este stretches elegantly into the sparkling waters off the coast of Uruguay. The golden sands, natural beach houses and world-class cuisine attract elite visitors, transforming the destination into a jet set playground. Often compared to the Hamptons, Saint-Tropez and Monaco,…
Bulgari Book: Beyond Time by Assouline Description Discover the definitive book on Bulgari’s rich relationship with watchmaking in Bulgari: Beyond Time. The book’s global perspective celebrates more than a century of Roman-inspired craftsmanship, comprehensively chronicling the manufacture’s Swiss-Italian watchmaking achievements through hundreds of original, captivating images and fascinating conversations with the most leading specialists in…
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…
Amalfi Coast Book by Assouline Description The Amalfi Coast is the epitome of the Italian dream. Nestled among lemon blossoms and bougainvillea is a line of thirteen towns that make up the Amalfi Coast. Known for their vertical landscape, the villages are only accessible via Strada Statale 163 a narrow, winding cliffside road which, while…