LIFE & STYLE

Italian drinks group Davide Campari Milano SpA went on an acquisition spree and bought Carolans Irish cream liqueur, Frangelico and Irish Mist liqueurs from privately-owned Scottish whisky group William Grant for $ 169 million.

Louis Vuitton tops the list of 100 Best Global Brands, according to Interbrands annual listing. Interbrand, a major brand consultancy firm announced its results this week. A subsidiary of LVMH, Louis Vuitton was ranked 16th among brands of all category.

You got your latest slim, top-of-the-line LED backlit television, but when you mount bulky speakers beside it, the whole effect is gone.

The bespoke black glass bottle filled with 40-year-old single malt whiskey is a pleasure to own, especially if it is a limited edition.

Holland & Holland, the classic British men's shooting and country clothing label founded in 1835 by Henry Holland, has reintroduced its signature tweeds this season.

Bringing in his expertise in concept designing to speedboats Marc Newson has reinterpreted the Riva speedboats to create Aquariva by Marc Newson.

Mercedes Benz has quietly brought in its E-Class Cabriolet while pushing out the outdated CLK convertible. The E-Class with two variants E350 at $56,850, and E550 at $64,800 are stylish ragtops that are specially designed for those who love a fast ride.

French luxury brand Louis Vuitton has come up with a unique way of ensuring that their stores are well stacked to handle the Christmas shopping frenzy.

Now you can own your very own piece of luxurious Hawaiian paradise. Real Estate Company Concierge Auctions has announced plans to auction a set of super luxury properties in what many consider one of the most beautiful islands in the world.

A two stone ring from Italian luxury jeweler BVLGARI with a rare triangular blue diamond once bought as a token of appreciation is up for sale at Christie's auction in New York in October this year.

If you are a race car aficionado and love the zip the drive gives then you are the one for the newly introduced Porsche 911 GT2 RS.

Beating bidders Bill Gates, and Madonna Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has paid $190 million to buy one of the most expensive private islands in Greece called Skorpios located in the Ionian sea.

Call it urban warrior, military chic or even drab fab.

Clothing retailers and big-name fashion designers around the world joined together on Friday at festive promotional events aimed at enticing recession-weary shoppers to go on a spending spree.

U.S. model and Rolling Stone Mick Jagger's ex-partner is selling several pieces from her private art collection including a portrait by Lucian Freud, a step she has taken to let go her past.

Italian fashion designer duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana have teamed up with Bacardi's vermouth brand Martini to launch their alcohol brand Martini Gold.

Inter Parfums Inc.'s recently launched U.S. subsidiary Inter Parfums Luxury Brands and French subsidiary Inter Parfums S.A. will be responsible for the development and distribution of Burberry (perfumes and cosmetics), Lanvin, Mont Blanc and Jimmy Choo brands from January 1 next year.

You can now travel by a private jet even if you are yet to own one, courtesy British Airways. The airline has launched a new offer for its elite members.

Swiss cloth Hennes & Mauritz manufacturer has roped in exclusive Paris Fashion group Lanvin to design a collection for its autumn sale. The exclusive Paris fashion group Lanvin would design a collection for the world's third biggest clothing retailer to go on sale in the autumn.

The luxury market which has so far been dominated by the West is facing stiff competition from China. Top global luxury brands like Burberry and Coach are trying to affirm supremacy in market by pouring funds in multi-billion dollars and function on their own instead of running on a franchise basis.

The sultry British actress Keira Knightely reportedly has left her home country to settle in U.S. According to recent Companies House paper works, Knightley has been listed as the director of her firm Ponder Rights where her country of residence is mentioned as U.S.

The recession hit US economy had forced the rich spenders go a little tight on their shopping spree, affecting most high end companies. However, there is good news coming as some top luxury brands are already hitting the recovery path.

Mainland China people are more enthusiastic about buying luxury goods than any other part, according to Ivan Tong, chairman of Sparkle Roll company.

If your style statement veers towards the classic and the understated then you are bound to like the latest range of watches from master watchmakers Raymond Weil.

Holden Special Vehicles, the Australian luxury high performance car manufacturer, is planning to launch a souped-up version of its HSV Grange WM3.

Adrian Jules, the American suit maker is reviving British fashion as worn by late Duke of Windsor Edward VIII - who famously said that brown hue is not a color to be worn in the city, but is more suited for the countryside.

Azimut 64, the next gen take on the popular flybridge yacht Azimut 62, is all about sleeker, sportier design and elegant finish. The whole design of the new flybridge is well balanced and space has been used optimally.

Cointreau brand ambassador, burlesque star and fashion icon Dita Von Teese is ready to sizzle Sydney and Paris this month.

Israeli start-up firm Tawkon has developed software to measure mobile telephone handset radiation aimed at helping users reduce exposure to emissions without giving up their phones.