Bernardaud Presents 2022 Novelties With An Amazing Visual Journey

Bernardaud relaunched the Legende collection, that’s a result of research conducted over 40 years ago in the company’s workshops; the Tanga & Bikini collection expresses the exotic atmosphere of the Pacific Islands; the new Lampions LED lamps, with exquisite carvings which provide cozy and soft lighting enjoyment for our daily life. The Tanga and Bikini vases offer a real journey at the heart of the Pacific Islands. The sun, corals, big shells and exotic birds... Marco Mencacci, inspired by the motifs of the traditional Oceanian costumes, relates through his decorations the life and the luxuriant nature of these earthly paradises.

The new technologies used by the house have made it possible to revisit Legende, a collection that is a result of research on engraving conducted over forty years ago in the company’s workshops. These vases bear a design that is typical of the ever popular 1960’s style. The redesigned, organic version of Legende has distorted and hypnotic engravings on matte porcelain which offers movement and light effects.

FENDACE + CHERSACE 的 PRIDE IN YOUR EYES

FENDACE + CHERSACE 的 PRIDE IN YOUR EYES

PRIDE IN YOUR EYES

千呼万唤引颈已待的FENDACE终于在六月面世，系列卖个满堂红，热切被追捧的部份单品一早已沽清售罄，深收双方品牌死忠粉丝爱戴。先别说此角色交换的系列是否你杯茶，品牌固然了解市场需求，实行食住条水，适逢上个月的世界彩虹盛典Pride Month，六月也可飞霜，并没冤情；Pride In Your Eyes荣耀的眼神满泻，在这充满著激情和情深满载的节庆，Versace再度携手和万人爱戴及永久彩虹之星的殿堂级传奇巨星雪儿Cher来个玩味的CHERDACE限定系列，再创口碑。

 
 
才明白被爱的               能活得这样勇敢

Cher与Donatella Versace携手组成的CHERSACE，为2022年的Pride Month打造限定系列，以支持Gender Spectrum，一个致力为性别多元化青年的身心健康，及其社区提供协助的慈善组织，好让弱细社群明白到被爱的，可活得更为勇敢。Cher与Donatella份属多年老友，LGBTQ Pride成为了她们第一次合作的好时机，决定透过设计有趣的系列行善，支持并颂扬这个对意义重大的社群。限定系列带来印有CHERSACE标志时尚的T裇、帽和袜子，以及宣扬爱和团结的Pride Month标语。于美国限定发售的T裇更附有Cher和Donatella Versace 的亲笔签名，并以色彩缤纷的人造钻石点缀，并将部分销售收益将拨捐予相关慈善组织。Donatella 更高帽呼应一直很渴望与Cher合作，现在终于梦想成真，强强联手支持和发挥更强的正能量。

 
 
SEE ME FLY      I’M PROUD TO FLY UP HIGH

同时间开崔的FENDACE，其广告大片视频亦同行发布，由魅力四射的超模们出镜演绎。Adut Akech、Amar Akway、Anja Rubik、Anok Yai、Imaan Hammam和张丽娜等穿著华丽的FENDACE服装，穿梭隐隐入耳的音乐，向身边的朋友飞吻问候，并穿过人群队走到队伍的最前面。以 FENDACE为暗号步入别树一格的 FENDACE专属俱乐部。入口处严肃的保镖不是别人，正是两位令人仰慕的超模Naomi Campbell和Kristen McMenamy，只要通过这里，她们就可以放飞自我，尽情狂欢，众人被友谊环绕，激发无限的乐趣。

 
 
埋头做愿你可               能为我骄傲更多

广告大片由Steven Meisel掌镜，呈现出无限美妙的乐趣和敢做敢为的魄力，充分保持了创作的自由感，并呼应了去年9月Fendi和Versace首次联手推出的创意时装秀。这是一次角色的互换，并非联名，设计师Kim Jones和Silvia Venturini Fendi为Versace注入自己的独特视角，Donatella Versace则以自己的非凡愿景重塑Fendi。友谊是一切的出发点，广告片中捕捉了彼此的友谊和能量，赞颂久别重逢的美好，致意了那些带给他俩巨大灵感的女性，让FENDACE永远成为爱的象征，骄傲更多，呈现奢华的FENDACE体验。

 
 
假使我有奇迹              跟你创最愉快
FENDACE的推出是时尚界重创话题的一环，多种出众的造型呈现了该系列的共同愿景，一方面体现Versace极尽奢华的穿衣理念，另一方面凸显Fendi的精美配饰和精湛工艺。印花和色彩醒目而富有情感，颇有趣味的标志被完全融合，镶嵌宝石的配饰和珠宝则结合了双方的品牌元素。FENDACE Peekaboo和Baguette手袋等设计结合了Fendi的标志性手袋轮廓与Versace的经典元素，而FENDACE La Medusa手袋采用了Fendi的FF logo与Versace的Medusa头像标志，完美体现该系列独特设计的核心是对两个时尚品牌的致敬，一同光荣改写下半生，共创愉快奇迹。

Hermès Presents 2022 Home Collection

Hermès Presents 2022 Home Collection showcased in four structures at Milan Design Week 2022 recently. The quest for lightness, like a challenge to gravity, is incarnated by the creation of objects for the home. These constructions, in the shape of water towers, are light despite their monumental proportions; made of wood and covered with translucent coloured paper, they radiate light. Inside, each object expresses know‑how that draws power from precision.

 

For the first time, textiles are the underlying theme running through a home collection. Five creations form the fabric of this manifesto for lightness. They are all made from cashmere, one of the house’s favourite materials. This infinitely delicate natural fibre combines a taut hand with bright colours. Textiles explore different manufacturing techniques: strips of cashmere form the design of ethereal plaids; squares woven and dyed by hand make up a great patchwork of shimmering colours; geometric shapes assembled using a relinking technique evoke stained-glass windows; a large, quilted bed cover brings colours, patchwork and traditional quilting technique into dialogue.

Objects, porcelain and furniture assert their singularity: a cut and folded sheet of leather with hand-painted decoration becomes a centrepiece; porcelain plates reflect sunlight; a canework seat affords a chair as much delicacy as it does strength. Lightness of line produces timeless style, as these creations demonstrate. Our perception changes as light plays over them when backlit against the scenographic structures: poetic giants and anchoring points for these small miracles of equilibrium.

The Surface bed cover is constructed from remarkable cashmere hexagons that combine patchwork with the precision of quilting, crafts in which American artist Carson Converse is an expert.

The graphic dimension of the Construction plaid, inspired by Gianpaolo Pagni’s designs, is expressed directly through the fabric. Cashmere panels are assembled by relinking, a technique borrowed from couture.

The PLI'H centrepieces Who would guess that this leather sheet conceals a centrepiece? It is carefully cut and folded, a few essential points discreetly joined together and some elemental patterns are applied freehand with a brush.

The T-shaped Coulisse table lamp is a simple bamboo frame covered with parachute fabric, embraced by a steel circle from which soft light emanates. The beauty of this lamp, created by Tomás Alonso, lies in its agile forms and the emphasis it places on the interplay of space and lightness.

In Japan, karumi means simplicity, lightness and purity, like the sleek, unbroken lines of this graceful Karumi stool designed by Portuguese architect Alvaro Siza. Its structure and seat, in curved bamboo and carbon fibre, combine lightness with strength.

MONSTER KITCHEN & BAR - Nouvelle Vegetarian Winter Menu To Admire

We do have a penchant for meat however, we always have an open mind when it comes to food and Monster Kitchen & Bar is the perfect vehicle for you to reassess how delightful vegetarian food can be! mylifestylenews writes.

It is not often that we think about vegetarian food when dining out. Don’t get us wrong, we eat lots of leafy greens and never shy away from menu items that focus on the beloved vegetable. Canberra has been blessed with some interesting boutique hotels in recent years, but none have also established a strong reputation as much as the Ovolo Nishi has, with its stunning interior design heavily based on recycled materials.

The interior design of the whole hotel is very striking, but the arrival staircase from one side of the building is unforgettable, made out of recycled basketball floorboards. Once you have stopped gawking at such a beautiful entrance, you arrive in the main lobby area and note some key artworks that are diverse and then a left turn into the restaurant proper and you feel like you are entering a private premise, yet warm and welcoming.

With dim lighting, a huge fire pit makes the centre piece to warm up the room on a cold winter evening and some striking touches that show a quirky sense of style: inlaid stone floors, fabulous illuminated mirror wall lights that have a dazzling eclectic look and some old master style portraits on another wall that add a humorous ‘gravitas’.

It is pretty much full on yet has an ample space sectionized in the entire lounge area which is a series of nested spaces made of woven rough formed concrete structural lintels. The main dining Mosaic room houses giant original quirky yet arty artworks and together with the Salon tells a story of Australian immigration. It certainly has a lot to admire and to get inspired.

We could go on about this sense of style, but we were in attendance to sample their new winter set menu with a premium wine pairing and the stakes were high, as it has been a long time since we dined in a vegetarian restaurant. Monster Kitchen & Bar has established a reputation second to none and is widely talked about, but it is not just the food that is the focus.

Creating a restaurant buzz by going completely vegetarian, it was a leap of faith about two years ago to go plant based and they haven’t looked back. Each dish centres on a particular vegetable with local and seasonal produce prepared for sharing and some help from add on ingredients that add spice, brevity or texture and it all looks incredibly appetizing on the printed page. For those non-vegetarians, who knew it could sound so appetizing? Bring it on!

<Wildfire>
Ton, the restaurant supervisor took his liberty to organize us two signature cocktails from the bar and set the wildfire on flame when it was presented to the table came with Larios Gin, fresh pineapple, honey, coffee liquer, Campari, lime, Togarashi chilli, nutmeg and anise that may sound like too much complexity on palate with such an concoction, but it does work quite well to quench your thirst with the peppery chili kicking in gently.
 

<Cadillac>
The second cocktail came with Larios Gin, fresh pear, vanilla bean, Fino Sherry, lime, mint, pomegranate, sparkling blanc de blanc and bitters and it may well appear to some who favours their classic cosmopolitan and this would be your deluxe version by enjoying so.
 

<Monster’s Bao Bun>
This classic spongy half folded bun is filled with spiced cauliflower, siracha and pickles. The rich flavours are anchored by the cauliflower which has a charred flavour and it is deliciously appetizing and well paired with the classic and elegant NV Billecarte-Salmon French champagne.

<Beetroot Tartare>
Juicy and moist! This is a beautifully balanced dish with a combination of sheep’s yoghurt, pickled shallots and bronze fennel. It has a crunchiness to it, as the beetroot is not too soft and the shallots of fennel added another dimension. You've got to love beetroots to enjoy such a good beetroot dish. Paired with a glass of refreshing, half dry and somewhat fruity and sweet finishing 2016 German Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling, it is simply sensually yours to enjoy fullest.

<Celeriac & Fable “Meat” Wontons>
Wontons are a popular choice on any menu and these looked great, sitting in a broth of master stock, garnished with goji berries and a full bed of chives. It was the most perfect presentation and the master stock had a great aroma yet rather too sweet on the palate. The wontons were so crispy and the melange of flavours was very pleasant with a chosen pairing of the 2017 Tasmania Pressing Matters Pinot Noir for its cherry and plum flavours that is balanced by long lines of acidity and tannins.
 

<Hokkaido Pumpkin>
A heart-warming dish that has the added flavours of smoked almond veloute, Comte cheese and roasted seeds. Presented on a halfmoon shape, the glutinous Japanese pumpkin was delicious and has it own very redolent flavour, the other accompanying ingredients were not a standout, but delicious nonetheless.  Paired with an artisan medium body 2020 French Jean Paul Dubost Gamay Beaujolais with its dark red fruits and savoury notes.

 
<Oyster & Shitake Mushrooms>
This was simply sensational and was accompanied with miso butter, smoked salsa verde, a sous vide egg cooked at 63 degrees and sourdough crackers. A superb combination that was delicious, unctuous and above all, just a perfect blend of flavours that danced on the tongue, with the flavours to die for! It is a rich main course dish with a depth of flavour that was totally unexpected, including the chimichurri dressing that was so piquant. It is totally worth it for an encore!
 

<Rhubarb & Custard >
This beautiful pre-dessert that really is a first dessert and with the addition of lavender, honey and rhubarb sorbet. The vanilla custard was silky smooth and creamy and the crunchy honey quenelles are simply fabulous, not only visionary stunning yet pleasing the palate entirely. It is a real stand out and a sensational dish!

<Pandan Ice Cream>
This dessert is also a worthy front runner for this evening. The ice cream also has pistachio cake, yoghurt, soft orange blossom meringue and coconut. This dessert has so many layers and no flavour is overly dominating, a well-balanced act but you have to let each flavour speak to you. The ingredients are subtle and create a lovely texture overall that is to be savoured until the last morsel. It is a fabulous dessert that shows excellence in culinary skill to understand flavours. A triumph!

A flight of four premium grade wines and one champagne were selected and served to match each course and we can think of no better way to enjoy the food than with perfectly matched wines. Each was a revelation to us, except for the Frogmore Creek Ice Riesling which we found too boring – something with a little more bite and less sweetness would be perfect. You will be pleasantly surprised how much plant-based cuisine can be elevated by the chosen wines, thanks to the culinary team putting those extra efforts by bringing multiple level of taste and personalities on the well-crafted new winter menu.

Our dedicated table host was Fiola and what a treasure she is. We had an incredible evening thanks to her attention to detail and engaging personality. In addition to her intimate knowledge about each course, she also has an in-depth knowledge about every wine pairing that is to be admired, so an all-rounder. Additionally, Ton was a gracious host and went out of his way to introduce us to the whole concept as well as ensured that our welcome and departure was perfect.
 

On a chilly winters evening, you will not find a warmer atmosphere to kick back and relax under the trusted hands of this culinary and front of house teams. All those naysayers out there that think vegetarian food doesn’t cut it need to hot foot it to Monster Bar & Kitchen and immerse yourselves in plant-based cuisine that really envelops your palate just as much as any other restaurant can. You truly do have something very special to look forward to!

Tried & Tested:

Location: 4.5/5
Design & Decor: 4.5/5
Food & Beverage: 4.5/5
Service: 4.5/5
Value For Money: 4.5/5
Experience: 5/5

Monter Kicthen & Bar

25 Edingburgh Avenue

Canberra ACT

 Australia

Tel: +61 2 6287 6192

Reviews are based on actual day of visit and experience. mylifestylenews reserves the right of final decision in case of any disputes. All images are photographed by mylifestylenews team without any photoshop enhancement and are the property owned by mylifestylenews unless otherwise stated.

CHAUMET Presents Tiaras of Dreams - Dreaming of Tiaras

Chaumet celebrates the beauty of tiaras with an exceptionally creative pop-up book featuring ten fairytales in mesmerizing dioramas.

Tiaras are symbols of power and sophistication that Chaumet has mastered throughout 240 years of history - crowning the beauty of prestigious clients, from Napoleon’s wife, Empress Joséphine, to contemporary icons.

Celebrating their most emblematic examples, this exceptional piece of bookmaking features colorful illustrations and short stories. The ten tableaux, each highlighting one iconic Chaumet piece, invite readers to travel through space and time: strolling in the Malmaison garden with Napoleon and Joséphine; partying during the Roaring Twenties; wandering under the shade of Japanese cherry blossom trees; or dancing on a rooftop in contemporary Shanghai. Timeless and universal, the stories will appeal to a wide audience while intricate details of the laser-cut dioramas captivate the eye.

An invitation to daydream, these scenes reflect an enchanting tale that readers can discover in one sitting or indulge in separately, according to their mood. Available in French, English and Simplified Chinese, Tiaras of Dreams, Dreaming of Tiaras is written by Michèle Gazier and illustrated by Kristjana S. Williams.

我愛美，這不是我的錯 「I Love Beauty, It’s Not My Fault」

我愛美，這不是我的錯
「I Love Beauty, It’s Not My Fault」

倾国倾城    是我大名
1932 年 5 月 11 日出生于沃盖拉的V先生非比寻常，在 50 年的职业生涯中，开创了属于自己的服装流派，形成了个人独特的美学理念，以无尽的形式表达将其理念，通过引入对未来的想像，使其连贯与当今潮流。同名品牌VALENTINO瞬即响彻了整个时尚界，打造自我大名。在时尚行业内，不使用自己姓氏作为品牌名称的做法被视为对同行的尊重，像Valentino Garavani先生那样能以如此普遍的方式成为进入集体想象的天才，令人敬佩。
 
 
 
银河巨星    单人匹马　
90岁生辰，接近跨越另一世纪，能viva地活到此纪元，算得上人生一大盛事。一早已退隐看透繁华盛世的华伦天奴品牌创始人Valentino Garavani先生又如何选择为这华诞庆贺？！由他发起的 VALENTINO品牌经历了无数年的风华绝代，创作出一套又一套极具收藏价值，流芳百世的惊艳经典设计，至今仍然让不少V先生的倾慕者朝圣前来跪拜，沉醉于这银河巨星的设计系列底下。收了无数的迷，要曾经风靡全球的经典设计衣裳被活埋，绝对不是V先生的那杯茶，然而V先生一生又何曾吝啬过，深明和万众共赏自己荣获万千爱戴的历代创作，比起单人匹马，自我陶醉独唱来得更具意义的道理哲学。美好的东西，固然要公诸同好，实属佳选。
 
 
 
唯独是天姿国色           不可一世　
为庆祝这特别的日子，日前在意大利家乡沃盖拉的Teatro Sociale社会剧院举办为期近一个月的一系列经典作品特别装置展览，展出Valentino Garavani先生从 20 世纪 60 年代到 21 世纪第一个十年的独家作品。展台中央摆放着一系列标志性的红色连衣裙：这些服装以创始人的名字命名，代表着品牌最富于影响力、最有辨识度、最受公众认可的标志性作品和色调。永恒不朽的天姿国色系列佳作，华丽尽显，倾国倾城高贵地不可一世。
 
 
 
时代花样璀璨      胜过短暂漫天花火
90 岁华诞是一个值得庆祝的里程碑，此次的展览还有由 36 件典藏连衣裙组成的单色装置：每一件作品都能体现所处时代的精神。这是一种标志的象征，并象征着VALENTINO的女性既是演员，又是观众，她们没有角色的区别，都在全球视野范围内，代表着美和女性的气质。在这其中，伴随着这些独具气质的作品，还展示了诸多的研究、图纸、素 描、剪报、照片和文件等。它们反映了每款服装作品问世时的设计灵感，简短呈现了当年它们被感知的故事，被历史见证过的时代花样璀璨，胜过短暂的漫天花火。
 
 
 
天生我高贵艳丽到底
在目前品牌创意总监 Pierpaolo Piccioli 的创作推动下， 品牌已逐渐趋向年轻化，和多样性的标志体系，主攻和刻意千禧后群，品味和作品参次，和经典原创精髓设计理念越走越远，让品牌追随者边骂边买，甚至有些已转会。在你们骂得㷫恰恰之际，又忘我前往血拼，为品牌制作更多商机和带来可观的销售数字，PP一于少理，设计继续依然故我。品牌团队为此次的展览盛事，更特别设计了一款于官方线上平台独家发售的 「Happy Birthday Mr. V」限量版连帽卫衣，将销售所得的净利润将捐赠给「Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti」基金会。衣服上引用了 Valentino Garavani 先生关于美的经典名言：「I Love Beauty, It’s Not My Fault」- 我爱美，这不是我的错。天生高贵我艳丽到底，直接地反映了 V先生对时尚和生活审美，既生动又具有讽刺意味的总结留下V先生的时尚梵音。你未必Buy但仍然死忠有人会Buy！