Oh to embellish! We all do it from time to time – but now we can do it to our faces, and I’m all for that. Being from New Zealand means being familiar with facial tattoos, or Tā moko – but these might be a bit too permanent for my liking. Enter Givenchy, and Riccardo Tisci’s facial hardware. The adornments …
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Napa
Mr Essentialist visited Napa – the wine capital of California! A stunningly scenic valley filled with numerous chateau’s, Napa is like no other. Enjoy the valley by slipping into Bottega Veneta and sipping on Schramsberg Brut, available at Dean and Deluca.
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NYC Awaits
As you may have guessed, I’m about to move to New York – King Kong style and all… Like most civilized people I love the city, remember? Vibrant and energetic, it’s an amazingly eclectic place. At any rate I’m pumped, partly because I scored some amazing Gucci rubber loafers (here), but mainly because 2013 is going …
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A Skull Story
Ok so it’s a human skull and it’s Tuesday morning – but it’s pink, so thats something I guess. I’ve always been intrigued by skulls. That might sound morbid, perhaps even a touch Shakespearean, but let’s face it they are everywhere. Described as ‘modern alchemists and purveyors of curious goods’, DL & Co offer a selection of …
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Panthère de Cartier
I‘ve heard it said that investing in signature Cartier pieces is akin to putting money in the bank (and on your finger, an obvious bonus!). Sure I lust after the Love Bracelet, but my inner magpie really comes out when I see a great panther – remember? The Panther Ring is the prime example of pavé perfection. A …
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Auckland
Mr Essentialist recently visited Auckland, New Zealand. Browse the Auckland Art Gallery’s Goldie paintings, shop at World NZ and Untouched World, and wrap-up in Michael Bastian and Borsalino.
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Lost in Time
In an amazing stroke of luck, I have recently rediscovered my very first watch. Let me tell you nothing is more thrilling then finding something you were convinced was well and truly lost, and for a decade at least (vintage!). Sure its worthless, but thats not the point – is it? I adore watches, (you may …
