Byron Bay book by Assouline Description Discover the undeniable allure of Byron Bay, Australia, where surfers, bohemians, healers, creatives and celebrities have been drawn for decades. Immerse yourself in the city’s entrepreneurial spirit that has attracted innovative artisans and people looking for alternative business ventures. As the inaugural Travel Series destination in Australia, Byron Bay…
Pop Art Style Book by Assouline Description In the 1950s, a young man from Pittsburgh named Andy Warhol made a comfortable living as a commercial illustrator in New York. But his ambitions went far beyond that; soon he was painting Coca-Cola bottles and filling a gallery with paintings of Campbell’s soup cans. He certainly wasn’t…
Book Tiffany & Co. Vision and Virtuosity (Icon Edition) by Assouline Description When Charles Lewis Tiffany opened his first store in 1837 in New York, selling “fancy articles” imported from Paris, he could not have imagined the visions of glamor his name would evoke around the world. Tiffany & Co. has grown from a modest…
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 Lake Como Idyll by Assouline Description Discover the charm of Lake Como, the magnificent Italian holiday destination nestled in the Alps. With picturesque towns lining its shores, including charming Bellagio where the two arms of the lake meet, Lake Como offers a mystical, old-fashioned atmosphere. Discover the beauty of Villa d’Este, Passalacqua and Villa…
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 Santiago Calatrava: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description One of the world’s most sought-after architects, Spanish-born Santiago Calatrava is the mastermind behind some of the world’s most magnificent structures. Inspired by the human body and the natural world, his works imitate the shapes and movements of organic entities, sometimes suggesting flight or spiritual elevation. This…
Book Yves Saint Laurent: Impossible collection by Assouline Description After getting his big break assisting French couture titan Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent stood out and transformed high fashion for a new era of young, strong, independent women. His designs changed the course of fashion, introducing the concept of designer ready-to-wear to a wider clientele….
Book Costa Smeralda by Assouline Description In perfect harmony with nature, the Costa Smeralda was born from the uninhabited and untouched territory of the northeastern tip of Sardinia. Discovering the unlimited potential of the region, Prince Aga Khan and other interested associates set to work developing and transforming Costa Smeralda into an exclusive and luxurious…
Book Dubai Wonder by Assouline Description An international port city and desert oasis, Dubai is one of the most important metropolises in the Middle East. With humble beginnings in the pearl diving, fishing and trading industries, Dubai has since eclipsed its historical origins. The most populous of the seven emirates united by founder Sheikh Zayed…
Book Cars: Impossible collection by Assouline Description “Ultimate tribute to the automobile” – Mr. Porter It’s the dream of many to own the most beautifully crafted automobiles in the world, but more often than not, only a handful of collectors come close. Now, The Impossible Collection of Cars makes that dream come true by presenting…
Provence Glory book by Assouline Description From towns to quaint villages and everything in between, Provence has something for everyone. Swim in the crystal clear waters of the Sormiou cove in Marseille. Drive with the top down through the lavender fields in Valensole. Taste a bite of freshly baked fougasse, a Provenal classic. Admire the…