Iconic Givenchy dress worn by Audrey Hepburn could fetch $610k at auction

A pink Givenchy dress worn by Audrey Hepburn in Blake Edwards’ 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s will be auctioned off by Julien’s Auctions in early September. The flamingo pink embellished silk-organza dress worn by Hepburn in her iconic role as Holly Golightly is expected to fetch between US$200,000 (AU$305,000) and US$400,000 (AU$610,000). The Legends: Hollywood […]

‘Barbie’ tops US$1 billion at global Box Office

Director Greta Gerwig’s smash-hit Barbie crossed U$1 billion in worldwide revenue on Sunday, according to multiple reports, making the Mattel doll’s big screen debut the second-biggest release so far this year just over two weeks after its highly anticipated premiere. Key Facts Barbie, an instant blockbuster starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, has grossed about […]

How to watch the Perseid Meteor Shower in Australia

The Perseid Meteor Shower, one of the most anticipated celestial events of the year, is once again making its way to the night skies. While it’s well-known to stargazers in the Northern Hemisphere, Australians can also enjoy this incredible spectacle. What is the Perseid Meteor Shower? The Perseid Meteor Shower is an annual event, occurring […]

Are airlines pulling first class too soon as luxury bookings boom?

While tough economic conditions have led to a reduction in the number of economy seats booked for business travel, first and business class flights bookings are on the rise. The question is have the growing number of airlines that have dumped their first class seats acted prematurely? The data by Flight Centre subsidiary, Corporate Traveller, […]

Welcome to the Renaissance: Beyoncé collabs with Tiffany & Co.

Beyoncé has announced the launch of a new limited edition jewellery line, inspired by her Renaissance World Tour, in partnership with Tiffany & Co. Beyonce and Tiffany’s are celebrating the Renaissance World Tour, which kicked off in May this year and will run until October. This announcement makes Tiffany & Co. the official jeweller of […]

Using art to build desire for sustainably sourced jewels

A panel discussion at the inaugural State of the Art Jewelry Summit presented ways the jewelry industry can use art and storytelling to create desirability for jewels produced in a sustainable manner. Eira Thomas, president and CEO of Lucara Diamonds, and jewelry designer, Thelma West, say the success of the Botswana diamond industry is proof […]