Archive for August-September 2008
Los Angeles Luxury
From Bel Air to Beverly Hills, indulge in the city of the stars
We live in a world where it often seems like anything can happen – in Los Angeles, anything does. It truly is the land of limitless possibilities. The gritty, bustling streets of Hollywood are home to actors dreaming of fame and fortune, while [...]
Vicious Cycles
High-End Bikes Pedal A New Kind Of Luxe Ride
Ala Moana Bike Factory manager Carl Brooks believes that bicycles, like many things, need to fit each cyclist’s comfort – whether cost is an issue or not.
“There are handlebars that cost $50 and there are handlebars that cost $500. There are wheels that cost $200 and then [...]
THE AMPED UP MERCEDES
Four-Door, Five-Passenger, Super Sedan
The top-of-the-line Mercedes sedan, the S class, has tons of features and tons of horsepower.
But put the AMG initials on this Mercedes, and there is a major shift up in the power, handling, braking and feature trail. AMG is the specialty manufacturer for Mercedes that more than tweaks these German cars.
In the [...]
Art Advisers
Choose the right pieces for your business with Fine Art Associates
For centuries, art collections have tended to separate life’s winners and losers, and even among corporations, it’s easy to see who has the resources to invest in what some might deem a non-essential endeavor, by simply looking at the amount of artwork on view in [...]
From The Ground Up
Play with your best foot forward in the latest golf shoes
PGA General Manager And Director Of Golf At Ko Olina Golf Club
Long gone are the days where a serious golfer’s main option was a heavy leather spiked shoe that needed many rounds and caused many blisters before they were ever broken in. Shoes today are [...]
Dunhill
Durable and sleek offerings by the British brand
From its roots in saddlery, Alfred Dunhill has grown to be recognized for the luxury of fine menswear, accessories, writing instruments and leather goods combining functionality with original craftsmanship.
Alfred Young inherited his father’s saddlery business in 1893 and, noting the rising popularity of the motorcar at the time, [...]
Under the Rug
Woven and intricate, Azadi makes customized rugs for every taste
Arug can create a mood, finish a look, or just reflect the homeowner’s personality and taste.
So it’s no surprise that Azadi Fine Rugs, one of the oldest rug companies in the U.S. with two locations on the Big Island, lures a steady clientele of interior design [...]
A Peaceful Haven at Hualalai
Bask in this Balinese-style abode
Perched on its eyrie at the top of Kona’s Hualalai Resort, this $20 million home is a resort unto itself. Perhaps the greatest dilemma here is whether to stay in or go out. Relax by the infinity pool, basking in the vast Pacific view? Or venture out on the championship golf [...]
ENTITLED
From chairwoman to chief executive, modern work wear molds to fit any profession
Fashion Editor: Yu Shing Ting
Photographer: Leah Ball
Model: Nalani Itomura
Makeup/Hair: Melanie Madamba
Location: Restaurant Row
Fine Watchmaking
What’s behind the distinguishing parameters of Haute Horlogerie
Perpetuating the art and values of expert craftsmanship in the rapidly expanding watch industry is a daunting task. With millions of watches made every year and more names extending themselves into the “luxury” market, drawing the line between cream-of-the-crop creations and modestly manufactured brands becomes a blurry [...]
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Love Kona coffee! I get regular shipments and is all I drink now - best coffee in the world. 
Thanks! More please... 
Whoa! I never knew all this about Borges, Baltazar and Bett Loo! So amazing that we can still see these ...
you are so full of life, Beth. Your comments give a side of your spirit I never took the time ...
Very good article. Nice pictures Maria. I found the article to be very interesting and uplifting. I think Pilates is ...
Great pics Leah! 
Hi Sho,
Didn't know you posted this response until now. Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. I'll be having another garden ...
Hi Janice,
Great article, informative, and inspirational too. Hope to see many more.
sho 
