Intelligent Luxury #July/August 2015Editors Thoughts

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The new trend in America is backyard agriculture. Start a garden and raise farm animals. Check local laws before they get confiscated by the police!#ConfettiSports IntellectualsAthletic intelligence.

StylellectualsPeople who make style trends.

Business & IntellectBusiness people think about their past and future.

The UniversityPeople reflect about their College & University experience.

Intelligent TechProducts that make you tech.Author DetailsThinking to write.

Science BrainScientists lives and experiments.

The Luxury ExplorerTravelers find luxury in camping to fine dining.

Drive People driven to assist the world through civic engagement, politics, law and philanthropy.

Art AbilitiesVisual artists tell stories.

Spice, Stir & EatChefs and cooks give us instructions for us to duplicate.Intelligent Luxury #Luxury Canoes By Stephanie G. Taylor

Exercise is interesting in different aquatic environments where its you against the water, the wind and the wake of various boats and ships. Paddling by bridges piers, piers, lighthouses, trees, and skyscrapers behind pre-war buildings.

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#The Luxury ExplorerTravelers find luxury in camping to fine dining.

OCTA 1. oldtowncanoe.com #The Luxury ExplorerTravelers find luxury in camping to fine dining.Extra trees are needed for Women who shop on the city to lean on to fiddle with their shoes. Urban planning to include women like places by planning more company sponsored bathrooms at retail locations. Women, meaning me, Stephanie thinks concrete and steel is cold. Are women thought of when urban landscapes are planned? #

Crdit photo Piero Biasion

Frank Sobier#Vacheron Constantin Mr. Aurel Bacs and Ms. Livia Russo Firm run the Phillips watch department. Mr. Aurel Bacs, Senior Consultant is the former Head of the International Watch department at Christie's is there to answer questions about the watches for horology amateurs and professionals. Ms. Livia Russo co-founded the watch consultancy firm with Mr. Aurel Bacs.

Vacheron Constantins watch, the Mtiers dArt Mcaniques Ajoures, A press release from Vacheron Constantin revealed the new watch is similar to large European railway stations symbolising the golden age of the industrial revolution. Vacheron Constantins Mtiers dArt Mcaniques Ajoures enameling is Grand Feu. 1755 is when Vacheron Constantin in Jean-Marc Vacheron made the first pocket watch, the first timepiece modern horologist discovered by the artisan watchmaker.

After pocket-watches, it began producing openworked movements for wristwatches as of the 1960s, constantly pushing the boundaries of its art by openworking such complicated calibres as minute repeaters, perpetual calendar and tourbillons including in ultra-thin variations, wrote Vacheron Constantin.A Hallmark of Geneva certified timepiece with Caliber 4400SQ in developed and manufactured by Vacheron Constantin a mechanical, manual-winding, inside is 28.60 mm (12 ) diameter and 2.80 mm thick as the 40 mm diameter, 7.50 mm thick case watch keeps time for maybe 65 hours power reserve with 4Hz (28800 vibrations/hour), Mtiers dArt Mcaniques Ajoures 127 components is 21 jewels and hand-engraved openworked caliber on front and back. Mtiers dArt Mcaniques Ajoures has a 18K white gold watch case with a transparent sapphire crystal caseback, is water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 meters). The Dail red Grand Geu opaque enameled external ring surrounds Roman numerals. The strap is Black Mississippiensis alligator leather strap with alligator leather inner shell and a 18k white gold buckle clasp to close the watch around your wrist. You receive a magnifying glass when you purchase this art.

#Prince Albert of Monaco supports the 6th Edition of the Only Watch 2015 auction. The Association Monegasque contre les Myopathies, the Monaco Yacht Show, Phillips auction house and Bacs & Russo sponsor the auction in Geneva. The auction sells 44 watches. Thats it. Horology lead to innovative digital watches like the Apple watch, and hand made wonders like the watches to be sold at Only Watch 2015. The Only Watch 2015 is November 7, 2015.

Vacheron Constantin is showing a Mtiers dArt Mcaniques Ajoures timepiece. Calibre 4400SQ and Grand Feu enameling. The Roman Numerals are like large railway stations of late 19th century Europe the press release from Vacheron Constanin stated.

Mtiers dArt Mcaniques Ajoures by Vacheron Constantin. Photo: Vacheron Constantin

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#Photo: Vacheron Constantin Tulip and Rose Centifolia Mtiers dArt Florilge timepieces are new to the Mtiers dArt Florilgeare Hallmark of Geneva certified timepieces run by Caliber 4400. Mechanical, manual-winding 28.6 mm (12 1/2) diameter inner is 2.8 mm thick surrounded by a case in 18K white gold thats 37 mm in diameter and 8 mm thick.4Hz (28800 vibrations/hour) is the Mtiers dArt Florilge movement due to its 127 components its powered for an estimated 65 hours. The dial is 18K gold. Hand-guilloch and Grand Feu cloisonn enameling are part of the watches details. Transparent sapphire crystal caseback and watches feature diamond-set bezel (64 round-cut diamonds for a total weight of about 0.89 carat) or 21 round-cut diamonds for a total weight of about 0.22 carat. Water-resistance tested at a pressure of 3 bar (approx. 30 meters) is safe for showers and maybe baths. A strap thats shiny colored Mississippiensis alligator leather, square scales and stitched-tip. A magnifying glass as well as a dedicated brochure to better showcase the craftsmanship and the technicality behind these Mtiers dArt creations, Vacheron Constantin writes. Gather these limited edition of 20 individually numbered pieces. NX/5 engraved on the back of the timepiece, stated Vacheron Constantin.

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#Photo: Vacheron Constantin ...naturalism and to the art of 19th century British botanical illustrationsVacheron ConstantinThe Temple of Flora by Robert John Thornton is a 1799 book depicting flowers similar to the Vacheron Constantin Mtiers dArt Florilge. Independent miniature painter Anita Porchet painted the watches faces. (IF to VVS) clarity and superior (D to G) color diamonds are used for this watch.The bezel welcomes no less than 60 baguette-cut diamonds (totalling 1.40 carats) in the five-piece limited edition exclusively reserved for Vacheron Constantin Boutiques, and 64 round-cut diamonds (0.89 carats) on the 20 watches comprising the main collection. The precious stones are individually set around the rim of the bezel and lend the final touch to this masterful creation.- Vacheron Constantin#

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Curved Renealmia by Vacheron Constantin Photo: Vacheron Constantin

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BRIDGE VODKAA vodka that is easy to drink. Finally, something to sip before dinner. Lychee Lemon is our favorite of the two we tasted at Shoprite Liquors. The Enchanted Apple is good, just perhaps we expected it more like Schnapps martini. You try and tell us about it on facebook. Search facebook Intelligent Luxury.DeKuyper Pucker Sour Apple Schnapps. Pleasant suburbia supermarket Shoprites wine store inside has chalk board signs and tastings of new spirits. We also tasted wagon whiskey. Lychee is a tropical Chinese fruit. brooklynrepublicvodka.com#Wagon Whiskey Kansas Clean Distilled whiskey was good by itself. A clear liquid in a clear bottle.kansascleandistilled.com KATTRI

Kattri Yellow Gold, Black & White Pearls with Diamonds#Brick Lane Curry house Ridgewood34 Franklin Avenue Ridgewood, NJ 07450

Intelligent Luxury enjoyed selections at the buffet. except fish dishes. Always try the lunch buffet to sample new dishes before going for dinner to order what you liked from the lunch buffet. Chicken Tikka Masala. Saag Paneer. These two dishes were sampled by Stephanie.

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#Spice, Stir & EatChefs and cooks give us instructions for us to duplicate.American Pilots

Captain Darryl D-Day WalkerCaptain Jesse D. Hayes, IV(Retired) Chief Warrant Officer 4 Leroy Taylor

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##After leaving Pensacola, he reported to VS-27 Sea Wolves for training in the S-3B Viking. Upon completion of the FRS, he reported to the World Famous Maulers of VS-32 and deployed onboard the USS America (CV-66) in support of Operations Southern Watch and Deny Flight.

In October 1996, Captain Walker reported to Commander, Sea Control Wing Atlantic for duty as an S-3B Natops Evaluator for the east coast, serving as NFO Standardization Officer and Maverick Subject Matter Expert. Upon completing his tour of duty at CSCWL, he was assigned as the Flag Lieutenant to the Commander, Iceland Defense Force and Commander, Fleet Air Keflavik.

In March 2002, he completed studies at the U.S. Naval War College Captain Walker again reported to the World Famous Maulers of VS-32 as a department head and deployed on the USS Enterprise (CVN-65), in support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. Captain Walker then reported to Commander, Naval Personnel Command as the Viking Community Assignments Officer, and later serving as the Deputy Director, to PERS-43. He was selected for Aviation Commander Command as an EA-6B direct entry Executive Officer and was slated to the Cougars of VAQ-139 and deployed on board the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76).

Captain Darryl D-Day Walker is a native of Kittery, Maine. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1985, as an Air Traffic Controller and graduated from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in 1989 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Professional Aeronautics. In October 1990, he was commissioned in the Navy through Aviation Officer Candidate School and in May of 1992 he earned his Wings of Gold as a Naval Flight Officer.

He assumed Command in March 2009 and again deployed the squadron in support of OEF with a 100% combat sortie completion rate and the commands recognition as CVWP Prowler Tactical Excellence Award winner for 2009.

In May 2010, Captain Walker reported as the Diversity Directorate to Commander, Naval Air Forces and detached in March 2012. Captain Walker reported to CVWP as Deputy Commodore in September of 2012. He assumed command of CVWP in January, 2014.

His awards include the Meritorious Service Medal (two awards), Strike Flight Air Medal (two awards), Joint Srvice Commendation, Navy Commendation Medal (two awards), Navy Achievement Medal, and various unit and campaign awards. He has accumulated over 3,000 hours and 686 carrier arrested landings.

Jesse D. Hayes, IVJesse D. Hayes IV, System Safety Engineer for The Boeing Company an Eagle Scout and a 1985 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy. As a senior navigator, he rose to the rank of major and logged over 3,300 flying hours in C-130E/H and HC-130P aircraft including 150 in combat during the Gulf War.

Educated in Astronautical Engineering, he has led design, test and analysis projects for Space Shuttle, International Space Station and Constellation Programs at NASA Johnson Space Center. He is currently a lead engineer for development of the new USAF Tanker the KC-46A and the Boeing 777X. Growing up in Houston, TX, he was first introduced to aviation at the age of 6 by the Bronze Eagles Flying Club in 1968. His first solo was at the age of 15.

He remained connected to general aviation while in the Air Force and helped start a new chapter of Black Pilots of America (BPA): the Arkansas Thunderbirds. While living in Waco, TX, he started the Bronze Eagles Flying Clubs Waco Region and the annual Waco Youth Fly-In. Now a resident of Washington State, he has introduced BPA to the Puget Sound area. As President of the Red-tailed Hawks Flying Club (RTH) BPA, he leads the RTH Youth Program that uses aviation to promote STEM education. He is also the Youth Program coordinator for the Sam Bruce Chapter, Tuskegee Airmen Inc. With over 40 years of aviation and space operations experience, introducing youth to the aerospace industry is his ministry. He is married to Leah Hayes and has six children and four grandchildren.#

(Retired) Chief Warrant Officer 4 Leroy Taylor

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Chief Warrant Officer 4 is a senior-level experts in their chosen field. They primarily support battalion, brigade, division, corps, and echelons above corps operations. CW4s typically have special mentorship responsibilities for other WOs and provide essential advice to commanders on WO issues, says army.mil.

(Retired) Chief Warrant Officer 4 Leroy Taylor, helicopter pilot, was born in Manhattan to a truck driver and mother from Manhattan. His fathers parents were from Barbados and his mothers parents were from St. Kitts. (Retired) Chief Warrant Officer 4 Leroy Taylors grandfather was a chef for Horn & Hardartt, an automat. Flying planes became his talent after he read an advertisement in the local newspaper in Rockland County, New York, offering flying lessons at Spring Valley Airport in New York when he was only 16-years old. He is still flying!

The G.I. Bill provided (Retired) Chief Warrant Officer 4 Leroy Taylor with an Embry-Riddle University Associate Degree. He served for the U.S. Army as a helicopter pilot all around the earth including Germany, Panama, Egypt and Key West, Florida.

DesignWorksUSA #By Stephanie G. Taylor DesignworksUSA designs plane interiors for Boeing Business Jets, Embraer and Dassault Aviation, DesignworksUSA decorates for the business traveler flying the Boeing 777-300ER on selected between Singapore and London says DesignWorks USA in a written statement. In First Class the topics are luxury, infotainment and the service quality that is expressed by design. Efficiency and functionality have priority, says Laurenz Schaffer, President of DesignworksUSA. Our studios in Los Angeles, Shanghai and Munich worked very closely together on these projects. Our global locations and our long standing presence in Asia helped us to meet the demands of Singapore Airlines, as well as the expectations of international flight passengers, Schaffer indicated. Singapore Airlines seats designed by DesignworksUSA is 35 inches in width of bed length from 80 to 82 inches in length. With clients including Coca Cola, Dassault Aviation, Embraer, John Deere, HP, Microsoft, Sennheiser, Siemens, Singapore Airlines, Intermarine, and Varian Medical Systems, Designworks is deeply immersed in a broad cross-section of industries, Designworks shared with Intelligent Luxury in a press release. Designworks will share future of mobility case studies during the transportation focused panels along with other participants including Virgin, Uber, Boeing, and more, says Designworks on the news section of their website. Designworks will be at the The Think Big Festival in Coeur d Alene, Idaho at North Idaho College on August 20 -22, 2015.

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Breitling for Bentley Bentley B06 SThe Bentley B06 A special S version with a 44 mm diameter timepiece case is for men who like Bentleys and watches. The bezel resembles the famous Bentley radiator grills of the Bentley B06 S watch with a 30-second chronograph patented by Breitling in 1926. breitling.com

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The Bentley B06 S is in steel or red gold. It has strap in leather, crocodile or rubber, says Breitling. #Mission Impossible - Rogue NationMovie spies drive BMW?#

The BMW M3 in "Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation (03/2015). 2015 PARAMOUNT PICTURES. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) on the BMW S 1000 RR in Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation from Paramount Pictures and Skydance Productions (07/2015). 2015 PARAMOUNT PICTURES. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Simon Pegg and Tom Cruise arrive in the new BMW 7 Series at the world premiere of 'Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation' at the Opera House (Wiener Staatsoper) on July 23, 2015 in Vienna, Austria (07/2015). (Photo by Franziska Krug/Getty Images for BMW)HBCU China Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) today signed a three-year agreement with the China Education Association for International exchange to form the HBCU Chinese Universities Collaboration Alliance (the Alliance). The Alliance is formed from 100 universities in the U.S. and China committed to providing opportunities for student and faculty exchanges between the two countries. The agreement was signed as a part of activities for the 6th Annual U.S.-China High-Level Consultation on People-to-People Exchange (CPE) held at the State Department. The signing was witnessed by China's Vice Minister Hao Ping and U.S. Under Secretary Richard Stengel."For HBCUs, this important international education Alliance with Chinese universities offers opportunities for America's diverse students to study abroad, and better learn how to prepare themselves to participate in our highly competitive and evolving globalized world," said Dr. David Wilson, president of Morgan State University, and Chairman of the HBCU Network. "Today's event is the culmination of much hard work and evolving relationships, beginning in 2013 with high-level introductions in Beijing by the China-U.S. Exchange Foundation."The agreement and official formation of the Alliance solidifies the 1,000 scholarships awarded to HBCU students by China's Vice Premier Madam Liu Yandong in November 2013. The financial commitment from the Chinese government covers the cost of tuition, room and board for 1,000 students from HBCUs to study inChina, effective fall 2014 and is valued at between $1.2 million USD to $5 million USD within four years.The HBCU China Scholarship Network was formed in 2014 to facilitate implementation of the scholarships. To date, there are 43 HBCUs in the Network, and it is managed by Wilson Global Communications.Wilson Global Communications is one of the leading international public relations and communications consulting firms specializing in strategic cross-cultural relationship building services between the United Statesand various countries in Africa and Europe, China, and Brazil.

#HBCU Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) today signed a three-year agreement with the China Education Association for International exchange to form the HBCU Chinese Universities Collaboration Alliance (the Alliance). The Alliance is formed from 100 universities in the U.S. and China committed to providing opportunities for student and faculty exchanges between the two countries. The agreement was signed as a part of activities for the 6th Annual U.S.-China High-Level Consultation on People-to-People Exchange (CPE) held at the State Department. The signing was witnessed by China's Vice Minister Hao Ping and U.S. Under Secretary Richard Stengel."For HBCUs, this important international education Alliance with Chinese universities offers opportunities for America's diverse students to study abroad, and better learn how to prepare themselves to participate in our highly competitive and evolving globalized world," said Dr. David Wilson, president of Morgan State University, and Chairman of the HBCU Network. "Today's event is the culmination of much hard work and evolving relationships, beginning in 2013 with high-level introductions in Beijing by the China-U.S. Exchange Foundation."The agreement and official formation of the Alliance solidifies the 1,000 scholarships awarded to HBCU students by China's Vice Premier Madam Liu Yandong in November 2013. The financial commitment from the Chinese government covers the cost of tuition, room and board for 1,000 students from HBCUs to study in China, effective fall 2014 and is valued at between $1.2 million USD to $5 million USD within four years.The HBCU China Scholarship Network was formed in 2014 to facilitate implementation of the scholarships. To date, there are 43 HBCUs in the Network, and it is managed by Wilson Global Communications.Wilson Global Communications is one of the leading international public relations and communications consulting firms specializing in strategic cross-cultural relationship building services between the United States and various countries in Africa and Europe, China, and Brazil. wilsonglobalcommuications.comSource: Wilson Global Communications

#HBCUS in China Exchange Program INSTITUTION NAME LOCATION1.Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical UniversityHuntsville, AL2.Bennett CollegeGreensboro, NC3.Bluefield State CollegeBluefield, WV4.Bowie State UniversityBowie, MD5.Claflin UniversityOrangeburg, SC6.Clark Atlanta UniversityAtlanta, GA7.Clinton CollegeRock Hill, SC8.Dillard UniversityNew Orleans, LA9.Fayetteville State UniversityFayettevile, NC10.Fisk UniversityNashville, TN11.Florida Agricultural and Mechanical UniversityTallahasee, FL12.Florida Memorial UniversityMiami Gardens, FL13.Fort Valley State UniversityFort Valley, GA14.Hampton UniversityHampton, VA#15.Harris-Stowe State UniversitySt. Louis, MO16.Howard UniversityWashington, DC17.Huston-Tillotson UniversityAustin, TX18.Jackson State UniversityJackson, MS19.Jarvis Christian CollegeHawkins, TX20.Kentucky State UniversityFrankfort, KY21.Langston UniversityLangston, OK22.Livingstone CollegeSalisbury, NC23.Morehouse CollegeAtlanta, GA24.Morgan State UniversityBaltimore, MD25.North Carolina Agricultural and Technical UniversityGreensboro, NC26.North Carolina Central UniversityDurham, NC27.Oakwood UniversityHuntsville, AL28.Philander Smith CollegeLittle Rock, AR

29.Saint Augustines UniversityRaleigh, NC30.Savannah State UniversitySavannah, GA31.Shaw UniversityRaleigh, NC32.Spelman CollegeAtlanta, GA33.Tennessee State UniversityNashville, TN34.Texas Southern UniversityHouston, TX35.The Lincoln University (PA)Lincoln University, PA36.Tougaloo CollegeTougaloo, MS37.University of Arkansas at Pine BluffPine Bluff, AR38.University of the District of ColumbiaWashington, DC39.University of Maryland Eastern ShorePrincess Anne, MD40.University of the Virgin IslandsSt. Thomas and St. Croix, US Virgin Islands41.Virginia State UniversityPetersburg, VA42.Virginia Union UniversityRichmond, VA43.Xavier University of LouisianaNew Orleans, LAIntelligent Luxury News Lestor Holt is the new host of NBC Nightly News.

Mr. Bradford Williams is the new chair of Weber Shandwicks , Global Technology. "Brad's talents are unmatched when it comes to helping the world's leading brands tell their stories and navigate an incredibly dynamic and ever-changing technology landscape," said Gail Heimann, president, Weber Shandwick. "He has made a significant impact on the Technology practice and our firm as a whole since taking the helm as North America leader. I'm certain that his extraordinary leadership will deliver high value to us and our clients as he steps into this global role."

"I'm deeply committed to making Weber Shandwick the preeminent communications partner for technology companies worldwide," Williams said. "I'm very proud to be leading an incredibly talented and diverse global team that continually challenges itself to deliver breakthrough strategic and creative thinking for our clients. I'm excited to continue our agency's strong growth while enabling our clients to tell their stories more effectively at a time when the technology landscape is more dynamic and unpredictable than ever."Weber Shandwick is part of the Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). For more information, visit webershandwick.com.

The American Business Awards awarded 5W Public Relations with a Silver Stevie Award in the Agency of the Year category in The 13th Annual American Business Awards in Chicago this summer. 5WPR is a n independent company who is the recipient of this award for the last three years. The StevieAwards.com gives awards to businesses who solve issues in companies. "We are very excited to have been honored with a Silver Stevie Award as Agency of the Year," said Ronn Torossian, 5W Public Relations CEO. "As an agency, we have remained committed to growing our service offerings to match clients' changing business needs as the marketing and communications landscape evolves. This award is a testament to our success in achieving that goal and remaining a best in class partner for our clients agency-wide."

#Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) told us Tanya Domier, chief executive officer of Advantage Sales & Marketing LLC (ASM) was elected to the company's Board of Directors for a 1 year term. "Tanya brings a successful track record leading a customer-driven business and we are delighted to add her experience to our talented and diverse Board of Directors," said Enrique Hernandez, Jr., Chairman of the Board of Directors for Nordstrom. "We are confident Tanya's focus on the customer makes her a terrific addition to our team and her contributions will help us achieve our long-term goals and optimize shareholder returns."HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week for Spring/Summer #HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week for Spring/Summer Collections The Hong Kong Trade Development Council hosted the 22nd HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week that showed Spring/Summer Collections from July 6th through July 9th, 2015 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. 1,200 exhibitors who work for businesses in 20 countries and regions showed their apparel to 74 countries 16,000 buyers. The theme was Tribal Safari Into the Wild. The zones included the largest, the Fashion Gallery, the International Fashion Designers Showcase showed avant garde , the Men In Style zone and Infant & Children's Wear, Active & Swim Wear were shown by exhibitors. At the 22nd HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week designers are for stylish, intelligent clothing collectors from the United States and beyond. Fashionally and the Brand Collection runway shows were watched by attendees.. The Hong Kong Fashion Week for Spring/Summer events discussed trends with Fashion Snoop and WGSN Group. The WGSN Group tells us on their website, Never miss a trend. As you begin your new season, WGSN guides you through the top trends, silhouettes, materials, and colours specific to your market. Ensure that you and your team have the inspiration and clear direction you need to create leading edge, market-right product. Global and local trends were discussed at the Buyers Forum and Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) discussed technology for an entire day

In recent years, many young and budding fashion designers around the world have made it their goal to launch their own labels. This edition of Fashion Week welcomed more than 100 designers to present their creations and products and, at the same time, explore different sales channels at the fair such as online retailing, said HKTDC Acting Executive Director Benjamin Chau. Many e-tailers were attracted to source at the Fashion Week. This trend is expected to remain prevalent.

Designers at HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion week, like Derek Chang s DEMO collection are there to introduce themselves to international buyers. If you need clothing for your apparel retail store, you should attend Hong Kong Fashion week.HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair Short Film #Intelligent Luxury

Intelligent Luxury Symposium 2015 featuring Sports, Music, Fashion, Travel, Cuisine, Literature, Design, Film & Media Intellectuals. Diamond Title Sponsorship $4,000,000 (Maximum: 1)

1 brand name printed on the cover of the special event brochure.10 signs at entrance and 1 banner on stage. 1 brand name on the exterior of luxury gift bags. A limit of 10 products and promotional items in gift bags.2 booths dedicated for product display in the boutiques pavilion.20 tickets to private events, dinners, lunches and panels.Name on potential media advertisements, radio, local television, internet, newspapers and magazines.

Pearl Sponsorship $2,000,000 (Maximum: 20 )5 signs inside the event. 1 page advertisement in printed event magazine.A limit of 5 products and promotional items in gift bags.1 booth dedicated to product display in boutiques pavilion.5 tickets to private events, dinners, lunches and panels.

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Turquoise Sponsorship $100,000(Maximum: 20) 1 sign inside the event.Exhibitor name and website listing in special event brochure. 1 booth dedicated to product display in boutiques pavilion.2 tickets to dinners, lunches and panels.Full Symposium Ticket Package$4,000 per ticket.

Tentative Dates: Tuesday, August 18th, 2015 & Wednesday, August 19th, 2015New York /New Jersey Tri-State Area

Pay for sponsorship on payment.intelligentluxurymagazine.com All sponsors names will be included in press releases about Intelligent Luxury Symposium 2015.All events will be filmed for Intelligent Luxury TV.CDMX-Mexico Baloon#By Stephanie G. Taylor The Mexico City Tourism Promotion Fund (Fondo Mixto de Promocion Turistica del Distrito Federal) says the first hot air balloon with the CDMX-Mexico City Brand "Altar a la Patria" was launched this summer on the Bosque deChapultepec (forest), in Mexico's capital city. CDMX s balloon will travel the world for balloon lovers to see.Lorraine, France - July 24 to August 2Bristol, England August 6 to 9Berneveld, Netherlands August 19 to 22Reno, Nevada, USA September 11 to 13Albuquerque, New Mexico - October 3 to 11Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico - November 13 to 16Pilot Mariel Merino, a Mexican pilot with expansive experience in balloon flight and who holds certifications from the DGAC Mexico and the Federal Aviation Administration. For more information on travel to Mexico City, visit mxcity.mx/en or facebook.com/MexicoCityLive Seven centures of history to learn about at more than 150 museums and more than 180 galleries, 30 distinct archaeological and historic sites, says The Mexico City Tourism Promotion Fund(Fondo Mixto de Promocion Turistica del Distrito Federal).NASASeveral science fiction stories start at the bottom of the sea. NASA will sent an international crew to the Atlantic Oceans floor on about July 20 for the 14-day NASA Extreme Environment Mission Operations (NEEMO) 20 NEEMO 20 is an oceanic expedition to prepare for to practice for space missions. "The NEEMO team is particularly excited about this mission as it is a huge milestone to have achieved 20 missions at Aquarius over the past 15 years," NEEMO Project Lead Bill Todd said. "Living and working in the highly operational, isolated and extreme environment of the aquatic realm has provided significant science and engineering for the benefit of human spaceflight. It has also clearly proven to be as close to spaceflight as is possible here on Earth."The mission will test time delays in communications due to the distance of potential mission destinations. The crew also will assess hardware sponsored by the European Space Agency (ESA) that allows crew members to read the next step in a procedure without taking their hands or eyes away from the task using a tablet, a smartphone and a head-mounted interface.

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ESA astronaut Luca Parmitano commands the NEEMO 20 mission aboard the Aquarius laboratory and NASA astronaut Serena Aunon, NASA EVA Management Office engineer David Coan and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency astronaut Norishige Kanai are members of this team aboard the Aquarius laboratory. NEEMOs crew and two professional habitat technicians live 62 feet (19 meters) in the Atlantic Ocean in Florida International University's Aquarius Reef Base located 6.2 miles (5.4 nautical miles) from the coast of Key Largo, Florida.Discover more about NEEMO, the crews and links visit: nasa.gov/neemo for more information or watch the under water NASA FIU expedetion live at aquarius.fiu.edu/media/watch-live33% reduction in water use by almond growers in California planned by Almond Board of California.

Richard Waycott, CEO, Almond Board of California

Bob Curtis, Director, Agricultural Affairs, Almond Board of California##Intelligent Luxury NewsKetchum won a Bronze Cannes Lion award for Fashion Revolution "The 2-Euro T-Shirt A Social Experiment" in the Charity and Not-for-Profit category at the 62nd annual Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in Cannes, France. "The Cannes Lion represents the very best in creative marketing from across the globe, and it's thrilling to see the names of our client's campaign engraved on that trophy," said Rob Flaherty, senior partner, CEO and president of Ketchum. "I am proud that Ketchum was not only one of the first PR firms to win a Cannes Lion award in 2009, but six years later we continue to be recognized not just among other PR firms but among firms across the entire marketing communications spectrum."PR LionsAUDIENCE TARGETING AND ENGAGEMENT"Pretzel Bacon Cheeseburger YES, YES, YES"Wendy's with VML and KetchumAUTOMOTIVE AND TRANSPORT"The Dancing Traffic Light"Daimler AG with BBDO Group Germany and Ketchum PleonCELEBRITY ENDORSEMENT"Pretzel Bacon Cheeseburger YES, YES, YES"Wendy's with VML and KetchumCHARITY AND NOT-FOR-PROFIT"Unpaid Spokesperson"truth campaign with Ketchum, 72andSunny and AssemblyEVENTS AND EXPERIENTIAL"The 2-Euro T-Shirt A Social Experiment"Fashion Revolution with Ketchum Pleon and BBDO Group GermanyEVENTS AND EXPERIENTIAL"The Dancing Traffic Light"Daimler AG with BBDO Group Germany and Ketchum PleonINTEGRATED CAMPAIGN LED BY PR"Cheeteau"Frito-Lay with KetchumRESPONSE/REAL-TIME ACTIVITY (INCLUDING CROWDSOURCING)"#APearForAnApple"Samsung Electronics Belgium with Ketchum and Content CowboysPromo & Activation LionsUSE OF PROMOTIONAL EVENTS AND STUNTS"The 2-Euro T-Shirt A Social Experiment"Fashion Revolution with BBDO Group Germany, Ketchum and UNIT9Creative Effectiveness Lions"Pretzel Bacon Cheeseburger YES, YES, YES"Wendy's with VML, Ketchum, Starcom Mediavest Group and Liquid 9Outdoor LionsINTERACTIVE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES"The 2-Euro T-Shirt A Social Experiment"Fashion Revolution with BBDO Group Germany, Ketchum and UNIT9 (Source: Ketchum) Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard#This hotel features a business center with Mac computers and The Bistro at Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard restaurant is where you can also purchase Starbucks coffee. The Galley Cafe, Jahroka sells Steven Smith Teas and vegetarian entrees; and Urban Shop 343 menu states gluten free cuisine, sushi and stir fry. Stay at the Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard when you are in Philadelphia for an event at the Wells Fargo Arena, Lincoln Financial Field and Citizens Bank Park. A short trip north brings you to Independence Hall and other historical landmarks like the Liberty Bell. Center City and its convention centers are a short ride North too. The Navy Yards restaurants and waterfront views are nearby. The Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard at 1001 Intrepid Ave. in Philadelphia, PA. is 5 floors with 164 rooms, 8 suites, 3 meeting rooms with 1,838 square feet of total event space, a bistro and fitness center. Visit courtyardPHLNavyYard.com.

The Luxury ExplorerTravelers find luxury in camping to fine dining.TripAdvisor gave Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard a 2015 Certificate of Excellence award. "It gives us great pleasure to receive this award from TripAdvisor," said Derek Beckman, general manager of Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard. "As a fairly new hotel, it feels great to read reviews and know we've made such a positive, lasting impression on our guests. We look forward to continuing to exceed their expectations with the best service."Photos: The Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB)Rittenhouse Square in PhiladelphiaThe Roots is a band from PhiladelphiaCourtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard has received TripAdvisor's 2015 Certificate of Excellence award for earning rave guest reviews and maintaining an overall rating of at least four out of five over the last 12 months. For information, visitwww.courtyardPHLNavyYard.com or call 1-215-644-9200. (PRNewsFoto/Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard)

#Simon Launch

By Stephanie G Taylor Simon Property Group started the 'Simon Launch' retail startup competition. Simon says LimeSpot Solutions, Rank & Style, and SKU IQ won the competition. Winners of the 'Simon Launch' competition have received a co-investment from Simon Venture Group and Plug and Play, a global investor and technology accelerator, and have been accepted into Plug and Play's Retail Accelerator Program in Silicon Valley, Simon Property Group explained to Intelligent Luxury in a press release. "Simon Venture Group is unique to the industry and underscores our commitment to investing in retail innovation," added Mikael Thygesen, Chief Marketing Officer of Simon. Simon Venture Group is part of Simon Property Group, the largest retail real estate firm in America and invests in brick and mortar, online and mobile companies who stir the interest of shoppers with technology. Companies can"The high levels of interest and participation in this competition illustrate the excitement around next-generation retail technologies," said J. Skyler Fernandes, Managing Director of Simon Venture Group. "We are particularly excited to be working with our 'Simon Launch' winners and are committed to helping them grow and become even more successful." SimonVentureGroup.com is Simon Venture Groups website. Companies should visit Simon Venture Groups website to find out if they are able to enter the next Simon Launch contest.

#Simon Venture Group invested in these companies.#Augmate, a platform for building enterprise applications for wearable devices, focused on deskless workers, including those in the retail, warehouse, and logistics space.Deliv, a same-day and on-demand delivery platform for retail.Fashion Project, an online clothing donation platform and a marketplace for buying clothes for up to 90% off.Fuhu, creator of the nabi tablet, the world's first Android tablet built for kids.Jifiti, an app and platform for simplifying the gifting process.Le Tote, an online clothing rental platform.Miner, the "everywhere store," aggregating brands and locations to create a localized e-commerce shopping experience.Sensity, an Internet of Things Network that is connected over lighting infrastructure where multiple sensors and apps can be deployed.ShopKick, a geo-targeted offers and rewards app.Union Station, bridesmaid dresses for rent and groomsmen accessories.Ziploop, a mobile smart wallet. Source: Simon Property GroupCheese#

Photo: PDO Manchego CheeseSpice, Stir & Eat

If the cheese is not made in La Mancha, Spain, it's not real Manchego. La Mancha, a region located in the heart of Spain, is where Manchega sheep chew Spanish grass. Manchego cheese can only be produced with milk from this exclusive sheep, a breed which has remained the same throughout the centuries and which gives a very unique taste to its milk.If it doesn't meet the following criteria, it's not real Manchego, Manchego tells us.Manchego says cheese eaters should eat a piece of cheese and taste if its spongy, creamy, curdy, crumbly, grainy, or even crystallized, said Manchego. Aged from 2 months to up to 2 years, Manchego cheeses taste fluctuates. The "Queso tipo Manchego" Mexican Cheese is in boutique grocers in the United States "Manchego" and is the Mexican cheese thats different from the original Spanish PDO Manchego Cheese. "You can taste the difference and recognize it by its appearance," the President of the Regulating Council, Ignacio Barco told Intelligent Luxury in a written statement. By Stephanie Taylor Team Oppenheimer #By Stephanie G. TaylorInvesting for wealth with guidance from an advisor is good for success. Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) at OppeheimerFunds manages client's investment portfolio."RIAs represent a growing and extremely important client segment for OppenheimerFunds," said Matt Straut, the firm's Head of the RIA Channel. "We've assembled a talented team that has the deep industry experience and client-centric approach to provide RIAs with investment and thought leadership content. This allows OppenheimerFunds to assist RIAs in growing or running a more efficient practice." OppenheimerFunds, including its subsidiaries, manages more than $240 billion in assets for over 13 million shareholder accounts, including sub-accounts, as of May 31, 2015, states OppenheimerFunds in a written press release. Founded in 1959, OppenheimerFunds started in 1959 and now has 14 teams to control your portfolio and its mutual funds. OFI Global Asset Management assist institutions investment portfolio. Visit oppenheimerfunds.com to read more about their teams for financial investing leadership. TEAM OPPENHEIMERFUNDS Director of Custodial Platforms Mike SussmanSenior Advisor Consultants: James Concepcion, Mid-Atlantic; Mike Dennehy, Northeast; Dan Jarema, Midwest; Brian McGinty, Mountain West; Kyle Najerian, West; and Keith Watts, SoutheastRegional Advisor Consultants: Rico Castelda, Southeast and Midwest; Seth Guenther, West and Mountain West; and Matt Trimble, Northeast and Mid-AtlanticClient Service Manager Izaak Mendelson

"Matt and his team have the extensive knowledge of the business that enables them to deliver the full range of our resources and capabilities to the RIA community," said John McDonough, Head of Distribution at OppenheimerFunds about the registered investor advisor team.

#By Stephanie G. TaylorFront & Center movie theater pre-show puts companies in front of luxury consumers who attend the movies. 40 Foot Solutions creates entertaining programs for movie audiences to view companies advertisements. "Coming on the heels of a very successful upfront event, and the backdrop of a very robust second quarter, 40 Foot Solutions group continues to be a major accelerant to help our sales team drive incremental revenue," said John McCauley, EVP, CMO & Strategic Alliances, Screenvision. "Given the value of our audience, difficulty in finding high impact scale, and desire to tap into content marketing, we are not surprised by the demand for 40 Foot Solutions. The focus of augmenting the unrivaled impact of cinema advertising with these in-show integrations is proving to be very powerful." Shows Hollywood Today Live, The Gifting Suite is created by BiteSizeTV, the company's nationally syndicated TV program, is hosted Amanda Salas and Kristen Brockman.

"This is a very unique situation where we have a national television show producing unique, special segments for the in-theater audience," said BiteSizeTV CEO, Ron Bloom. "We are offering fans an entirely new way to connect with the show and interact with its hosts, and giving brands more innovative ways to connect with audiences. We look forward to working with Screenvision to create more programming formats that bridge in-theater entertainment with digital and television content."Name that Flick is a movie theater trivia show telling audiences about soon to be released summer movies produced with partner @hollywood and sponsored by State Farm. A Day in the Life Developed in alliance with @hollywood, A Day in the Life gives moviegoers an inside look at Hollywood through the lens of someone who regularly covers it, @hollywood's Charlie Berens. The program debuts in June 2015 and will feature one of the hottest smartphones available."We have enjoyed collaborating with Screenvision for the past couple of years on branded content and programming. The in-cinema environment is ripe for a variety of creative formats, and through our @hollywood programming we continue to explore all opportunities where we can use our access to Hollywood to develop new ways to connect brands with the in-theater audience," said Michael Davis, CEO, @hollywood.

Movie Audience MarketingTechnically Speaking with Andy Riesmeyer shows the newest technology available to tech consumers at the movies and sponsored content featuring the cutting-edge tech features of the new Ford Edge.40 Foot solutions SVP and Executive Creative Director is Matt Arden. "Matt has been a significant catalyst and game changer for our business," said McCauley. "I have had the opportunity to work with many talented creative directors throughout my career, and I would place Matt right at the top. In addition to his creative skills, he has a great understanding of our business and our clients' brands. Matt has artfully orchestrated a creative ecosystem, including our very talented Rochester team, to add significant creative capabilities to our arsenal. He is driving our 40 Foot Solutions group to new heights.""The 40 foot movie screen creates the biggest impact a brand can have in media," said Arden. "This is an exciting time as brands continue to seek content solutions that complement their ad buys and provide a greater share of voice. 40 Foot Solutions is poised to maximize that opportunity." #New York Citys , Screenvision provides clients with on-screen advertising, in-lobby promotions and integrated marketing programs to national, regional and local advertisers on 14,300 screens at 2,300+ theater locations across all 50 states. Screenvisions promotional video says 85% of movie audiences view cinema advertisements and that the movies is Americas favorite leisure activity. This summer Screenvision renewed contracts with 328 screens with five exhibitor partners: Flagship Cinemas, Paragon Theaters, UltraStar Cinemas, Empire Cinemas and The Birmingham Theatre, Screenvision applauded in a press release. Screenvision continues to strengthen its network and offer advertisers a stable and secure platform that has a truly national footprint, said Darryl Schaffer, Executive Vice President, Operations and Exhibitor Relations, Screenvision. Were very pleased that our exhibitor partners continue to demonstrate their confidence in cinema advertising, and Screenvision in particular, especially following the excitement that our upfront event generated. screenvision.com

Bob Schieffer#Intelligent Journalism #Bob Schieffer's Books Face the Nation: My Favorite Stories from the First 50 Years of the Award-Winning News BroadcastThis Just In: What I Couldn't Tell You on TV, Bob Schieffer's America. The Acting President, Bob Schieffer with Gary Paul GatesBob Schieffer A Nations News King Leaves the ThroneBob Schieffer is a 6 time Emmy Award winning journalist who delivered the news from Washington, D.C. from CBS on the news show "Face the Nation" . The 40th Anniversary Bowtie Ball for the Poynter Institute on October 9, 2015 in St. Petersburg, Florida will honor Mr. Schieffer with the first Poynter Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism. Mr. Schiefffer hosted the Saturday CBS Evening News, 1973 to 1996 and the Evening News during the week for approximately a year starting in 2005. Mr. Schieffer retired in May after he worked for CBS for 46 years. He was the chief Washington correspondent since 1982. Poynter's National Advisory Board from 2007 to 2010 was honored to have Mr. Schieffer serve. The Leadership Academy students in 2003 and 2006 were taught by Bob Schieffer"As the first recipient, Bob Schieffer sets a very high standard for the Poynter Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism that serves democracy," said institute President Tim Franklin. "It's fitting that Bob would receive this honor on the year of his retirement, after an incredible 46-year run at CBS News as one of the most trusted and distinguished broadcast journalists of this or any other era. He's literally done it all, and he's done it with humility, grace, professionalism and even a sense of humor. He's an American and journalism original."

Schieffer, a moderator of several presidential debates, including those in 2004, 2008 and 2012, said, "I've been a fan of Poynter for many years and am well aware of the important services it provides our profession, so it is truly an honor to be the first recipient of this award." Speaking, engaging with students and faculty at Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy at Harvard University about the 2016 elections will be Mr. Schieffers retirement activity for three semestersThe Poynter Medal for Lifetime Achievement will be an annual award recognizing the outstanding career achievements of a journalist whose work made a lasting impact serving citizens in our democracy, Poynter Institute revealed.poynter.org

National Car Rental PGA Pro-Am Series

#National Car Rental, the Official Rental Car of the PGA of America and Golf Channel's Matt Ginella tell golfers about the best golf courses in America on nationalcargolf.com. Stories about golf courses beautiful details and videos about golf are also on the website."Golf is the unofficial game of business, and we've heard from our 'road warrior' customers that they often bring their clubs along when they travel," said Rob Connors, vice president of brand marketing for National Car Rental. "We're excited to partner with Matt Ginella to offer travelers an exclusive look at great golf destinations they may want to explore on their next trip."Golfers may attend the second annual National Car Rental PGA Pro-Am Series, that started in March and ends in October.The amateur tournaments are held in different cities in America. Keegan Bradley, winner of the 2011 PGA Championship, and his father, PGA Professional Mark Bradley serve as ambassadors for the Pro-Am Series, and have created exclusive videos for nationalcargolf.com covering topics from Keegan's favorite courses to instructional golf tips.The National Car Rental PGA Pro-Am Series was created in 2014 by National and the PGA of America to help further the PGA's mission to grow interest and participation in the game of golf at the grassroots level. More than 10,000 amateur golfers are expected to participate in this year's Pro-Am

Series and winners of each tournament will be entered to win a grand prize VIP golf outing with three members of the Bradley family Keegan, Mark, and for the first time this year, Pat Bradley, winner of six LPGA major golf championships, writes National Car Rental.Jane Whitman, 1.800.721.1149 FREE, jwhitman@teaforte.com

#Tea Forte Luxury Allure Steeps Global Growth (PRNewsFoto/Tea Forte)teaforte.comNational Society of Hispanic MBAs Conference & Career Expo presented by Lincoln Motor CompanyThe National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBALincoln Motor Company as their 2015 NSHMBA Conference & Career Expo Automotive Partner Chicago, IL on October 8 10, 2015Test drive the all-new Lincoln MKX and test drivers will receive a luxury gift. "NSHMBA represents the essence of Hispanic professional excellence in business," said David Rodriguez, Multicultural Marketing Manager, the Lincoln Motor Company. "Lincoln's partnership with the organization illustrates our admiration #for uniqueness and achievement reflected in our brand as well as our support for Hispanic professionals.""In order for Hispanic students and professionals to build successful careers in this ever-changing economy, they need professional advice on how to leverage the unique opportunities afforded to them," said NSHMBA Interim CEO Thomas Savino. "NSHMBA, alongside with the Lincoln Motor Company and our other sponsors, is here to provide professional development and as many opportunities as possible to succeed."

Michigan Art Deco Architect

#The Fisher Building, Detroit, Michigan (PRNewsFoto/HFZ Capital Group)HFZ Capital GroupHFZ Capital Group purchased the 28-story Fisher Building and the 11-story Albert Kahn Building designed by deceased architect Albert Kahn for $12.2 million U.S. dollars. It purchased the building with REDICO, a real estate development firm located in Southfield, Michigan. "HFZ has a long standing reputation and expertise in revitalizing historic properties, many of which have been designed by the great architects of their time. Adding the Fisher Building and the Albert Kahn Building to our portfolio is consistent with our strategy of renovating or repositioning some of the country's greatest historic landmarks and architectural gems," Adam Feldman, manager of the transaction, concluded. Ressurecting Detroits center district is the primary goal of this purchase and proposed development plans. Office, retail and residential accompanied by Fisher Theater with 2,000 seats are needed to attract professionals to live and work in Detroit. Bronze trim is outside of the Fischer Building and gold-leaf is inside. An exterior of granite and metal work makes the building stellar. Albert Kahns papers from 1896-2014 are available for researchers to read at the Bentley Historical Library at the University of Michigan. Spa in Summer

#Riviera Mayas spa is Spatium. 10 private cabanas give clients halotherapy in the private salt cave, where visitors will breathe iodine, calcium, magnesium, potassium and iron for relief of breathing problems, an enhanced immune system and improved physical performance, Vida Vacations explains. A spa that gives guests hydrotherapy, cold plunge pools, Jacuzzis and Swiss showers is for you to relax from stress as you wait for your massages, facials, in a Balinese decor Manicures, pedicures, hair styling and waxing services will get you ready for night parties and dinner.

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Exterior Shot of Spatium in Vidanta Riviera Maya (PRNewsFoto/Vida Vacations)#"When we created Spatium, we wanted it to be the ultimate destination for relaxation," said Michel Beuffe, CEO for Grupo Vidanta. "Guests come to our resorts expecting a world class experience and Spatium is a reflection of our mission to provide an unforgettable moment."The Riviera Maya location is home to Mexico's first Cirque de Soleil show, "JOYA". JOYA is an intimate theatrical and culinary experience only at Vidanta Riviera Maya; a thrilling, whimsical show in which joy, courage and friendship conquer all. The specially designed Cirque du Soleil Theater features landscaping and architecture befitting the awesome grandeur of the natural surroundings. Golf players can swing at Vidanta Golf's Jack Nicklaus Golf Courses eighteen holes surrounded by the Mayan Jungle Daniel Chavez Moran constructed Grupo Vidanta in 1974.vidavacations.com The Gordon Parks Foundation Awards Dinner & AuctionIntelligent Luxurys Stephanie G. Taylor briefly interviewed A.J. Calloway, model Liya Kebede The Gordan Parks Board Member Jennifer Madric, Prime Minister Gaston Browne of Antigua and Barbados, actress Sherry Bronfman, director and actor Frank Hill Harper and Director and Academy Award Winning Actor Robert DeNiro and more attended the event to honor Mr. Gordon Parks.Liya Kebede. told us she owned a print of photographer Gordon Parks IIngrid Bergman at Stromboli, Italy, 1949, by Gordon Parks. We are really seeing diversity now, the question is is this a phase or is this something thats going to say, said Liya Kebe, designer of LemLem.Jennifer Madrid serves on the Gordon Parks Foundation board and Laurent Claquin, Head of Kering America, who was honored, also attended. The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston is exhibiting Gordon Parks work until September 13, 2015 at Robert and Jane Burke Gallery (Gallery 335).

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Christian Louboutin at The Galleria in Houston#Intelligent Luxury Shopping Christian Louboutin will open a boutique at The Galleria in Houston's owned by Simon (NYSE: SPG). "There is significant consumer demand for additional luxury retailers and The Galleria is pleased to be the first to welcome this exclusive brand," said John Rulli, Chief Operating Officer of Malls and Chief Administrative Officer of Simon. "Our powerful leasing momentum continues to yield premiere, luxury retailers many of which are first to Houston including The Webster, La Perla,Tod's and Cline. We are extremely committed to providing our shoppers with an unrivaled shopping experience that includes preeminent retail stores and restaurants." Fall 2016 is the boutiques estimated date to open for luxury shoppers in Galleria I towards Neiman Marcus. Saks Fifth Avenue will open in Spring of 2016. $250 million in renovations to make the property a luxury shopping heaven. Its Texas largest shopping mall. source:SimonChristian Louboutin (portrait by Mary McCartney) (PRNewsFoto/Simon)ACADEMY INVITES 322 TO MEMBERSHIP

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Felix Big Hero 6, Lilo & StitchMichael Fukushima Me and My Moulton, Dimanche/SundayDon Hall Big Hero 6, Winnie the PoohTalkhon Hamzavi Parvaneh, TaubHu Wei Butter Lamp (La Lampe Au Beurre De Yak), Le PropritaireJin Kim Big Hero 6, BoltMat Kirkby The Phone Call, Hard to SwallowDavid Kneupper Alex and Sylvia, The Civil War in 4 MinutesMichael Lennox Boogaloo and Graham, The Back of BeyondFabio Lignini How to Train Your Dragon 2, Puss in BootsJames Lucas The Phone CallPatrick Osborne Feast, PapermanJerome Ranft Toy Story 3, RatatouilleJim Reardon Wreck-It Ralph, WALL-EKristina Reed Feast, PapermanJason Reisig Home, Shrek Forever AfterNicolas Schmerkin Habana, LogoramaAnthony Stacchi The Boxtrolls, Open SeasonIsao Takahata The Tale of the Princess Kaguya, Grave of the FirefliesMichael Thurmeier Ice Age: Continental Drift, No Time for NutsMarlon West Frozen, The Princess and the FrogSoundRay Beckett Zero Dark Thirty, The Hurt LockerOdin Benitez Frozen, Silver Linings PlaybookRon Bochar Mortdecai, MoneyballJason Canovas The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, World War ZThomas Curley Whiplash, The Spectacular NowMichael Dressel American Sniper, InterstellarMary H. 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#Masterpiece London #Masterpiece London 2015 was in June at the Royal Hospital in Chelsea for the 6th time in association with Principal Sponsor Royal Bank of Canada. The next show will be held June 30, 2016 to July 6, 2016. 40,000 people who love jewelry and art visited the fair.Mila Kunis, Liz Hurley, Sir Michael Caine, Anjelica Huston, Eva Herzigova, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Paul Smith, Lord and Lady Camoys, Jeffrey Archer,Robbie Williams, Joanna Lumley, Masako the Crown Princess of Japan, HRH Princess Alexandra and HRH Princess Michael of Kent visited the Masterpiece London to view art,design and antiques including jewelry Nazy Vassegh, CEO of Masterpiece London believed Masterpiece London that, It has been an absolute privilege to oversee the 6th edition of Masterpiece London in association with Royal Bank of Canada. All our exhibitors, partners and sponsors have contributed a huge amount of time and energy to help make this the best Masterpiece to date. London has a long and rich heritage at the heart of the art market and we are delighted to be at the very epicentre of this busy summer season."masterpiecefair.com MASTERPIECE AWARDS 2015CATEGORIES:Outstanding DisplayRewards excellence and innovation and demonstrates an imaginative approach to the design, display and lighting of the stand combined with superb works of art. There is one winner and one runner-up.Exhibits of the YearAwarded to those exhibits that are judged to be outstanding perhaps undiscovered, rare and provenanced, and of beauty - under the categories of: Object; Painting; Jewel; Work by a Living Artist. There is one winner per category.Masterpiece HighlightsOur specialist vetting committees will each nominate the object that in their field they feel reflect scholarship, rarity, connoisseurship and is most representative of all that is best in their category. There are 27 Highlights.FAIR AWARDS 2015Outstanding Display of the Year AwardWinner:Steinitz, Stand D10Traditional objects displayed in such a seductive way as to encourage interest from those less familiar with this particular field.Runner Up:Charles Ede Ltd, Stand C9Making a fresh way for displaying connoisseurial objects in a remarkably tailored and enlightening setting. The subtle colour and panelling invoking a collectors cabinet.Object of the Year Award:The Hanover Tompion No 417 - Carter Marsh & Co, Stand D11For the stunning duality of materials as well as for its provenance. This award is also a tribute to the display of an entire great collection.Painting of the Year Award:Robert Delaunay, Eiffel Tower - Dickinson. Stand D2For being representative of the transition from figurative to abstractions. For its unusual format and for being as beautiful as meaningful.Jewel of the Year Award:Lalique Pearl - Wartski Stand C1For being a very unique object in its style, a sculptural jewel with its own narrative.Work of the Year by a Living Artist:Yayoi Kusawa, Waves - Nukaga Gallery, Stand B12For the importance of the piece in the artists production, for its imposing scale and for its provenance it is here shown for the first time in Europe.MASTERPIECE HIGHLIGHTS 2015Antiquities:A Fayum Portrait Panel of a Young Woman - Charles Ede Ltd, Stand C9It is a Masterpiece of its type, with excellent provenance.Arms & Armour:Italian 19th century bronze cannon-barrel - Peter Finer, Central site This fabulous cast-and-chased bronze cannon barrel is a Tour-de-force of design, beauty and craftsmanship, a superlative example of its era, altogether unique in terms of scale, quality and artistry. It seems as an eloquent statement of Armour Art!Chinese Ceramics, Furniture & Works of Art:Large Tomb Guardians - Vanderven Oriental Art, Stand A21Stands out from all other exhibit.Clocks, Watches, Barometers & Scientific Instruments:Ormolu Mantle clock by Clay - Edward Hurst Antiques, Stand A41Earliest example of high Roccoco in England with a complex mechanism giving year calendar, and an exceptionally fine & early example of full enamel dial, from the collection of the duke of Sussex. A discovery, special but easily dismissed. Sound, solid research to back it. Truly exceptional.Contemporary Art & Design 21st Century:Jeroen Verhoeven, Lectori Salutem, 2010 - Blain Southern, Stand D27

Continental Furniture & Works of Art:Wardrobe by Giroux, 1866 - Didier Aaron, Stand A45Craftmanship, design, condition, originality, combination of techniques, choice of material everything!English Furniture & Works of Art:A rare George III period carved Mahogany serving table - Godson & Coles, Stand C23

European Ceramics:Meissen Pair of Peacocks, c. 1741 - Michele Beiny, Stand A35A spectacular model of great rarity, particularly remarkable for the use of lustre to represent the iridescence.Ethnographica, Tribal & Pre-Columbian Art:A rare Northwest Coast Nootka Nuu-Chah-Naith Chiefs whale bone sword club -Finch & Co Stand B38Fine and rare early object in original condition.Faberge, Vertu, Snuff Boxes, Miniatures & Enamels:Oval Neuber Box - A la Vieille Russie. Stand C8

#Furniture, Applied Arts & Design 20th Century:Dioponti Table - Antichit Valerio Turchi Stand A34Best design furniture that is almost like a sculpture. Best representation of this style in furniture.Garden Sculpture, Fireplaces & Natural History:Gorilla Prototype (life size) by Jerome Auzoux - Peter Petrou Stand A38Rarity, and educational.Glass:A Blue Dinosaur , Lino Tagliapietra, Italy 2008 - Mallet Stand B6Lino Tagliapietra is general acknowledges as the greatest living Venetian glassblower. In Blue Dinosaur he has taken techniques dating back from Roman Glass which were revived in Murano in the 16th century and again in the 1930s, and has created original modern masterpieces, with an incredible technical mastery allied to an awe-inspiring aesthetic sensitivity.Indian & Islamic Ceramics, Furniture & Works of Art:Ivory double pipe case, Ceylon, 1650 - Jorge Welsh Oriental Porcelain & Works of Art, Stand C29Rare with fabulous condition.Japanese Ceramics, Furniture & Works of Art:Japanese lacquer chest - Steinitz, Stand D10Good quality, a rarity.JewelleryBoucher Ruby & Diamond Bangle - Symbolic & Chase, Stand C7

Paintings, Watercolours, Drawings & Sculpture 20th CenturyTree 1962, Oil, David Hockney - Offer Waterman, Stand D1Its rare, unusual, early date, fascinating!Paintings, Waterclolours & Drawings pre 1900:Study of two children singing, by Peter Lely - Philip Mould Stand A3Peter Lely is a relatively prolific and easily recognized 17th century court painter but this oil, utterly authentic but uncharacteristic in size and subject matter, is not only early but of transcendental quality the sitters are portrayed with such sensitivity and tenderness that one could believe they were of his own family.Photography:Floris Neusss Tellerbild, 1971 (x 3) unique photograms - Atlas Gallery, Stand A30Individually very strong, unique images, pertaining to the essence of making photographs & not widely known or already seen elsewhere (as much photography is)!Prints, Maps, Books & Manuscripts:Winston Churchill Blood, Sweat and Tears - Peter Harrington, Stand D5Abundance of significant signatures. An absolute star with great importance for modern British history.Primitive Paintings, Country & Oak Furniture, Folk Art & Treen:Unusual Large Primitive Lute - Robert Young Antiques, Stand C11Its a wonderful object, the definition of a piece of folk art. Ordinary but outstanding.Sculpture & Works of Art 1830 1930:The head of a Gorgon, (door-knocker), by Antoine Etienne Bourdelle - Robert Bowman, Stand B34Rare, witty, very good cast; dual purpose an ornament but also an object of use.Sculpture & Works of Art pre 1830:Corpus, Gild Bronze Paris (?), end 13th Century - De Backker Medieval Art, Stand B23Aesthetically beautiful condition, completeness, scale.Silver & Plate:The Great Seal Matrix of the Queens Bench London 1838 - Koopman Rare Art London.Stand C30Rare, history and in great condition.Textiles, Carpets & Upholstery:Bedcover China Macao white satin with coloured silk and gold embroidery - Asian Art in London (Roell Fine Art), Stand B40Exceptional condition and fine example of export embroidery.

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#The Food Network & Cooking Channel New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by FOOD & WINE takes place October 15 - 18, 2015. (PRNewsFoto/Food Network & Cooking Channel..)October 15 18, 2015 100 events in New York City & 100% of the proceeds benefiting Food Bank For New York City and No Kid Hungry.walk-around tastings intimate chef and winemaker-driven dinners educational seminars interactive classes late-night parties LOCAL presented by Delta Airlines. New events for 2015 include:Sweet Masquerade hosted by Dominique Ansel and Pecko ZantilaveevanVeg Out with Hungryroot hosted by Haylie DuffPigs n' Pints hosted by Robert Irvine part of LOCAL presented by Delta Air LinesThe Art of Tiki: A Cocktail Showdown presented by Cocktail Kingdom hosted by Emeril LagasseCelebrity Cruises Ramen Party hosted by Chrissy Teigen and J. Kenji Lopez-Alt presented by Serious EatsMidnight Jazz Breakfast hosted by Rev Run and Justine SimmonsFor the committed palate: A series of renowned chefs highlighted in the Bank of America Dinner Series, including Rainer Becker (ZUMA, United Kingdom), Jos Enrique (Jos Enrique, Puerto Rico), Leonor Espinosa (Leo Cocina y Cava, Colombia), Sebastiano Lombardi (Hotel Il Pellicano, Italy), Virgilio Martinez(Central, Peru), Enrique Olvera (Pujol, Mexico), Jordi Roca (El Celler de Can Roca, Spain), Silvana Villegas (Masa, Colombia), and more! Source: NYCWFF

#Pier 94 remains the centerpiece for the Festival's 135,000-sq.ft. tasting compound Grand Tasting presented by ShopRite featuring Samsung Culinary Demonstrations presented by MasterCard. The extraordinary line-up of talent appearing on the Samsung Culinary Demonstration Stages includes:Anne BurrellBobby Deen & Jamie DeenGiada De LaurentiisHaylie DuffTyler FlorenceDuff GoldmanAlex GuarnaschelliCarla HallRobert IrvineEmeril Lagasse

Katie LeeDebi Mazar & Gabriele CorcosMasaharu MorimotoMarc Murphy & Ted AllenRachael RayMarcus SamuelssonAarn Snchez & John BeshMichael SymonTiffani ThiessenGeoffrey ZakarianAndrew Zimmernnycwff.orgPARIS AIR SHOWParis Air Show "HOT 100" List Grows To 53 As U.S. International Pavilion Organizer Announces More VIP Attendees And Exhibitor Show News PARIS and WALDWICK, N.J., June 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Paris Air Show nears, the U.S. International Pavilion "HOT 100" List of "must-see" American leaders and innovations at Le Bourget is growing as more U.S. VIPs and dignitaries announce their plans to attend the show, and exhibitors finalize on-site sales and marketing strategies to increase their share of the global aerospace and defense marketplace.Among the 320-plus U.S. companies exhibiting at Paris in 2015, more than 230 can be found in the U.S. International Pavilion. Kallman Worldwide, which is celebrating its 20th year as the organizer of the Pavilion, launched the HOT 100 initiative this year to help promote American interests at the show and heighten awareness and attention to U.S exhibitors among show attendees."In the last weeks leading up to the opening of the Paris Air Show, the big news starts to emerge," said Kallman Worldwide President and CEO Tom Kallman. "For example, the U.S. Embassy in Paris has told us to expect at least 12 appointed senior U.S. government officials, including the Secretaries of the Air Force and Transportation, the FAA and NASA administrators, and as many as 20 elected officials, including six U.S. Senators, seven state governors and one U.S. Representative to attend the opening ceremonies at the U.S. International Pavilion this year. That level of leadership attendance combined with the innovations being announced by American exhibitors will drive extra media attention and buyer traffic to the U.S. International Pavilion."PREVIEW THE NEXT "HOT 100" ENTRIESThe HOT 100 List is a user-generated preview of news that exhibitors plan to announce at the show, including product and service launches, thought-leadership initiatives, program upgrades, patents and personnel moves.Last month Kallman launched the HOT 100 List with 24 news summaries to help editors covering the show easily identify stories and contacts for follow-up. The following 29 bring the total to 53, further validating the U.S. International Pavilion as a primary destination for decision-makers and influencers looking to efficiently manage their valuable time at the show.25) Kallman Worldwide will launch the "Ask America First" campaign to promote the United States and it's aerospace leaders at Paris. Campaign ads will run in on-site dailies during the show, and the theme will be prominently displayed in the Pavilion.26) On June 3, Kallman launched www.parisairshow.com, the online directory of all U.S. exhibitors at the show. The site features a robust search engine and an interactive floor plan to help attendees on site and those who can't attend the show easily find the companies they need to know and who need to know them.27) Kallman launched the Twitter and Instagram name @EWCAeroDefSec (as in "Exhibit With Confidence") and hashtags #EWCParis and #AerogareUSA to promote the Pavilion and U.S. exhibitors in social media.28) Kallman Creative Services contracted to build 35 custom exhibit stands at the show, more than any other builder on site.29) Confirmed visit of The Honorable Deborah Lee James, U.S. Secretary of the Air Force30) Confirmed visit of The Honorable Charles Bolden, NASA Administrator31) Confirmed visit of The Honorable Michael Huerta, FAA Administrator32) Confirmed visit of The Honorable Anthony Foxx, U.S. Secretary of Transportation33) Confirmed visit of The Honorable Jane Hartley, U.S. Ambassador to France34) Confirmed visit of The Honorable Denise Bauer, U.S. Ambassador to Belgium35) Confirmed visit of U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson, FL36) Confirmed visit of U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran, MS37) Confirmed visit of U.S. Sen. James Inhofe, OK38) Confirmed visit of U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, AL39) Confirmed visit of U.S. Sen. Jeff Sessions, AL40) Confirmed visit of U.S. Sen. Barbara Mikulski, MD41) Confirmed visit of U.S. Rep. John Mica, FL42) Confirmed visit of The Honorable Marcus Jadotte, Assistant U.S. Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Analysis43) Confirmed visit of Ambassador Vinai Thummalapally, Executive Director of the U.S. Department of Commerce SelectUSA44) Confirmed visit of Julia Frifield, Assistant U.S. Secretary of State for Legislative Affairs45) Confirmed visit of Puneet Talwar, Assistant U.S. Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs46) Confirmed visit of Jenna Pilat, Director of the Advocacy Center47) C.E. MACHINE COMPANY, INC. Celebrates 40 years in Wichita, KS (USA) and recently purchases their third Fastems FMS System with 36 pallets to complete their Makino Mag 1 cellC.E. Machine Company, Inc. is a one-stop source for all machining, assembly, and kitting needs. Located in the heart of the Air Capital of the World, C.E. Machine has called Wichita, Kansas home for 40 years. The management team at C.E. continues to invest in both leading-edge technology and their employees to insure a long-lasting strategic partnership with their customer base.Target Markets: Machine Components, Aerostructures, AssemblyCONTACT: Ryan Smith, Director of Business Development, Wichita, KS, +1-316-942-0411 /ryan@cemachine.com48) ESSEX INDUSTRIES Essex Industries has obtained the European Technical Standard Order (ETSO) Authorization for their PBE, Protective Breathing EquipmentEssex has obtained European Technical