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Since 1860 TAG Heuer has been making luxury watches, specifically sporty looking chronographs, but lately it seems as though this Swiss company is making more luxury cellular phones than it is men’s and women’s watches.
In September of this year TAG released the Tag Heuer Phone to not so rave reviews. There is a huge variety of cell phones to choose from and when it came to basic specs, the Meridiist didn’t go above and beyond (except of course in looks and price tag). It came with a 1.9″ QVGA main screen, monochrome OLED on its outer rim, 2-megapixel camera, MP3/AAC/MPEG-4 playback, and 7 hours of battery time, which is standard in most phones. It’s made of corrosion-resistant, watch-making steel and comes with a back of crocodile, leather or rubber; all reflective of that fact that it is branded: TAG Heuer, as these are common materials used in the bands and straps of luxury watches. Who came up with the price of $5,300 to $6,100 is the question?
There are many TAG watches that are available for less than this. In fact, practically every TAG collection of men’s and women’s watches has pieces for way under $5,000. Check out the TAG Heuer Aquaracer, Carrera, Grand Carrera and Formula 1 collections to see what I mean.
Soon after releasing the Tag Heuer Meridiist , TAG came up with a way to make it better, fancier, more exclusive; basically to add some bling and jack up the price tag. The same phone which was selling for $5,000 and up is now going for between $10,000 and $30,000. What?! It’s common knowledge that luxury watches can sell for this amount, but who’s heard of a cell phone entering this price range. Called the Meridiist Diamant, the phones are available in two styles; one with 208 diamonds or the “imperial regalia of mobile phones” and one with 1232 diamonds. TAG Heuer admitted that these phones would be marketed toward women. And to make this phone seem like a piece of coveted jewelry, TAG was placing each Meridiist Diamant in a wooden jewelry box, “in which to preserve and store your investment for future generations.” Saving diamonds is one thing, but come on; the idea of saving a cell phone for the next generation is ridiculous being that the technology changes and gets constantly upgraded.
So, now fast forward almost two months later and TAG Heuer launches yet another version of its Meridiist cell phone, this time really upping the ante (aka the price tag) by partnering with Italian luxury automobile brand Lamborghini.
Called the Tag Heuer Meridiist 2 SIM Automobili Lamborghini, only 1,963 of these quad-band Bluetooth phones will be sold worldwide. The number is a tribute to the year that Lamborghini was founded.
The inspiration for the phone’s design comes from the Murcielago (which means “bat”) by Lamborghini; one of its sleekest, fastest and most exclusive cars. The phone measures about 4.5 inches by 1.8 inches, has an above-average battery life: seven hours of talk time or 28 days of standby power. Standard cell phone features include a WAP 2.0 Web browser, a 2-megapixel camera, and 2GB of internal memory.
The handset is made from “black titanium carbide coated 316L stainless steel” and has the Murcielago signature on the battery cover, which is similar to the one seen on this car’s LP 640’s V12 engine block. The case is made from brushed stainless steel (a metal often used in TAG watches) and has a “backlit mechanical stainless steel keypad customized with Automobili Lamborghini’s trademark Taurus bull on the steel central button.” The display is made from scratch resistant sapphire crystal, another common feature of luxury watches. The phone is built by ModeLabs.
As of now, you can reserve one of these new phones through select TAG Heuer and Lamborghini retail locations. It comes in different colors of real leather or alligator skin, but so far there is no price listed. Hopefully, it’s closer in price range to a TAG Heuer watch than a Lamborghini!
You can learn more about all the Meridiist phones on the TAG Heuer website at luxcellphone.com.
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Since 1860 TAG Heuer has been making luxury watches, specifically sporty looking chronographs, but lately it seems as though this Swiss company is making more luxury cellular phones than it is men’s and women’s watches.
In September of this year TAG released the Meridiist to not so rave reviews. There is a huge variety of cell phones to choose from and when it came to basic specs, the Meridiist didn’t go above and beyond (except of course in looks and price tag). It came with a 1.9″ QVGA main screen, monochrome OLED on its outer rim, 2-megapixel camera, MP3/AAC/MPEG-4 playback, and 7 hours of battery time, which is standard in most phones. It’s made of corrosion-resistant, watch-making steel and comes with a back of crocodile, leather or rubber; all reflective of that fact that it is branded: TAG Heuer, as these are common materials used in the bands and straps of luxury watches. Who came up with the price of $5,300 to $6,100 is the question?
There are many TAG watches that are available for less than this. In fact, practically every TAG collection of men’s and women’s watches has pieces for way under $5,000. Check out the TAG Heuer Aquaracer, Carrera, Grand Carrera and Formula 1 collections to see what I mean.
Soon after releasing the Meridiist, TAG came up with a way to make it better, fancier, more exclusive; basically to add some bling and jack up the price tag. The same phone which was selling for $5,000 and up is now going for between $10,000 and $30,000. What?! It’s common knowledge that luxury watches can sell for this amount, but who’s heard of a cell phone entering this price range. Called the Meridiist Diamant, the phones are available in two styles; one with 208 diamonds or the “imperial regalia of mobile phones” and one with 1232 diamonds. TAG Heuer admitted that these phones would be marketed toward women. And to make this phone seem like a piece of coveted jewelry, TAG was placing each Meridiist Diamant in a wooden jewelry box, “in which to preserve and store your investment for future generations.” Saving diamonds is one thing, but come on; the idea of saving a cell phone for the next generation is ridiculous being that the technology changes and gets constantly upgraded.
So, now fast forward almost two months later and TAG Heuer launches yet another version of its Meridiist cell phone, this time really upping the ante (aka the price tag) by partnering with Italian luxury automobile brand Lamborghini.
Called the TAG Heuer MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini, only 1,963 of these quad-band Bluetooth phones will be sold worldwide. The number is a tribute to the year that Lamborghini was founded.
The inspiration for the phone’s design comes from the Murcielago (which means “bat”) by Lamborghini; one of its sleekest, fastest and most exclusive cars. The phone measures about 4.5 inches by 1.8 inches, has an above-average battery life: seven hours of talk time or 28 days of standby power. Standard cell phone features include a WAP 2.0 Web browser, a 2-megapixel camera, and 2GB of internal memory.
The handset is made from “black titanium carbide coated 316L stainless steel” and has the Murcielago signature on the battery cover, which is similar to the one seen on this car’s LP 640’s V12 engine block. The case is made from brushed stainless steel (a metal often used in TAG watches) and has a “backlit mechanical stainless steel keypad customized with Automobili Lamborghini’s trademark Taurus bull on the steel central button.” The display is made from scratch resistant sapphire crystal, another common feature of luxury watches. The phone is built by ModeLabs.
As of now, you can reserve one of these new phones through select TAG Heuer and Lamborghini retail locations. It comes in different colors of real leather or alligator skin, but so far there is no price listed. Hopefully, it’s closer in price range to a TAG Heuer watch than a Lamborghini!
You can learn more about all the Meridiist phones on the official TAG Heuer website.
Luxury brands regularly partner up to create limited edition collections which attract attention and draw in new customers. Learn all about Tag Heuer and other luxury brands including Breitling, Movado, Tissot and more at www.watchesonnet.com.
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The logo of luxury brand looks like the evergreen never dies out as time passes by. Whatever happens, their charm is long-lasting. From the new collection of every season, we can find each brand competing with each other with their own advantage. Wherever you to, you can find the logos of Dior, LV, Prada and other brands on the accessories of the beauties. You can imagine how charming they are to the fashionistas. Below, let’s have a close look at the details of top3 luxury logos one by one.
Louis Vuitton
As we all know that Louis Vuitton always keeps its first place in luxury world. Since it was established in 1854 in France, it has undergone 150 years. During the long development, it has gradually formed its reputation by the delicacy, excellence and comfort of the products. The business scope covers men’s clothing, women’s clothing, dresses, perfume and raiment. Currently, the design genius, Marc Jacobs, is its design director. There is no doubt it’s the most popular bran in fashion circle. Traveling philosophy is the basis for LV leather goods design. LV leather goods greatly satisfy people’s lust for brand logos with flawless craftsmanship. Below are the characteristics of Louis Vuitton Products.
1. MONOGRAM
It is the first generation of LV pattern. From 1896, it is always the symbol of LV leather goods. Until now, it still continues its legend. Recently, based on the traditional Monogram pattern, fashionable design of plastic with shining surface is used into the leather material.
2. DAMIER PATTERN, created in 1888, and reused in 1996 with brown yellow in elegance.
3. EPI Embossed Pattern with seven colors like black, brown, green yellow, blue, red and orange. The modern water wave pattern in single color is only embossed the LV logo at the right bottom of the leather goods.
4. Exquisite and good-looking pattern of the leather goods, and doodle works taking Louis Vuitton Monogram as the theme
Hermes
The founder: Thierry Hermes
Designers: Jean-Louis Dumas-Hermes, Martin Margiela
Origin: France
Established year: 1920s
Business scope: men dress, women dress, glasses, perfume, jewelry, cosmetics, clothes.
Brand History: At that time, the Protestant Hermes family emigrated into Crefeld, Germany with the purpose to escape from religious persecution. When Therry Hermes was 27, he went to Paris for living. Until 1837, he established his first saddle and harness store in the prosperous area, Madeleine. Well-known Kelly bag named by Monaco queen, Sac a Depeches briefcase, Schedule blotter, Chained’ Ancre bracelet and lady riding suit are all masterpieces of Hermes. After the World War II, the trademark of Hermes is famous all over the world by orange gift box, riband and carriage trademark.
Featured Patterns:
Carriage pattern. It is the traditional symbol of Hermes’s long history and exquisite quality. H character. In order to response to the exaggerated fashion of designer logo in modern society, H character is created recently. Its representative could be Hermes “H-our”. Hermes signature. A row of Paris little words could be seen on Hermes leather goods and metal accessories.
Chanel
Founder: Coco Chanel
Designer: Karl Lagerfel
Origin: France
Established Year: 1914
Business Scope: men dress, women dress, glasses, perfume and jewelry
Brand history: Lady Chanel was born in 1883 and died in 1971. Coco is her nickname. Although she has been away from us for a long time, her classic style is always the ancestor in fashion circle. She loved to beautify the works by black and white colors, realizing a harmony of absolute beauty and perfection.
Features:
Double C. It has become the pride in fashion circle and the brand that women want to own best. Camellia Flower. Nobody knows why Chanel is deeply in love with it. For people, Camellia flower equal to the state flowers in Chanel kingdom. It frequently appears on every kind of accessories or the cloth pattern of the dresses. Rhombus check. Three-dimensional rhombus check is also the sign of Chanel. It is widely used in the dresses and leather goods. Later, it’s used into the design of watches as well.
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The Replica Porsche Design Indicator Watches are a great way to have a Porsche Design Indicator Watch at a portion of the price. These watches are a beautiful replica of the authentic ones, none will ever know the difference.
The Replica Porsche Design Watches are of the same quality and examined for perfection as any other high priced watch. With so many choices of Porsche Deisign Indicator Watches you are sure to find at least one to meet your needs, wants and desires. The Replica Porsche Design PTC 911 Limited Edition Mens Watch is a great watch with automatic movement, a 40.0 mm case size, Titanium Bezel and Black rubber Porsche Design Bracelet. This watch is unique because of it’s gold colored face that any man would love to wear.
The Replica Porsche Design Indicator Mens Watch has a Titanium Grade 5 case that has been andblasted, an automatic movement, a slightly bigger case size of 49.0 mm, Titanium Bezel and a Black rubber bracelet. The blue on a portion of this watch makes a great looking treat for any man. The Replica Piaget Protocole XL Ladies Watch has an 18k Yellow Gold case with automatic movement, an 18k Yellow Gold Bezel as well as a brown leather bracelet. This would be a great item for any women, it would match any of those outfits in her closet already.
The beautiful Piaget Dancer Ladies Replica Watch has an 18k White Gold and diamonds case with a Swiss Quartz movement and an 18k White Gold bracelet. This watch is a beautiful piece of art that any women to love to have in her jewelry box. The Replica Piaget Polo Tourbillon Relatif Paris-New York Unisex Watch has an 18k White Gold case with automatic movement, an 18k White Gold Bezel and a Leather Black Alligator bracelet. This watch would make a wonderful purchase for anyone since it is considered a Unisex watch.
With the economy these days why pay more if you don’t need too. These watches are all priced between $175 and $250 which is well below any of the original Porsche Design Indicator Watches you will find. There is no need to visit those high end expensive stores anymore when you can shop right from the comfort of your own home and receive a Porsche Design Indicator Replica Watches at a fraction of what you will pay at other high end retailers.
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In this transformational time, many brands are suffering, while a select few are flourishing. Within the walls of luxury, there is an ongoing debate on whether to develop collections or hero items—opposite poles of the spectrum. While the collections trend is about stylistic consistency for a harmonious lifestyle, the hero item trend explores the highly prized gems that eliminate unnecessary and sometimes unwanted items found in collections. Let me introduce our two panelists, Creo the Creative and Ana the Analyst who will share their insights on this luxury brand debate.
Creo the Creative: Let me start out by saying that I am a big fan of collections. Burberry’s success is a part of a rising collections trend in the luxury industry. They had a surprisingly great first quarter.
Ana the Analyst: Yes, Burberry had an 8% uptick, or $375 million increase, in sales for the first quarter of this year. But before Burberry had a first positive first quarter, the two previous quarters showed a decline in sales. Just because Burberry had one solid quarter does not indicate an upwards trend. Furthermore, even with this uptick, Burberry still forecasts a 25% sales decline for the first half of the year. I am going to take the side of “hero items.”
Creo: Well then what’s your example of a successful hero brand today?
Ana: Hermes has resorted to breeding their own crocodiles to meet the demand of their coveted leather handbags. The challenge of producing 3,000 handbags a year made Hermes croc bags an exclusive luxury item that only a few can afford. And for those clamoring for a Hermes croc bag, there is a year wait list. Nine thousand crocs were used to make the limited quantity of Hermes handbags, which fetch a handsome $48,410.
Creo: Hero items are worn to flaunt an affluent lifestyle. In today’s economic environment, egregious displays of wealth are taboo and the purveyors of hero items are stowing their diamond encrusted, one-of-a-kind, most expensive objects. In fact, shoppers along swanky Bloor Street in Toronto are trading their Tiffany blue and Hermes orange for nondescript brown bags, reports Canada.com. It’s frustrating and disturbing for those affected by the recession to see others flaunt hero items. It’s almost a slap in the face for those struggling to just get by.
Ana: On the other hand, collections just add clutter to our wardrobes and jewelry boxes in a time when we are removing excess from our lives. Across the country, consumers are utilizing less storage as they de-clutter their lives. If you don’t believe me, self-storage stocks have fallen 40% from the beginning of the year to March.
Creo: But those aren’t luxury consumers.
Ana: Maybe, maybe not. But it’s indicative of the overall American psyche. Simplify our lives. If you are going to buy luxury, get one iconic piece to make a statement. Let’s take a look at the Black Mamba. Not the snake, Kobe Bryant’s $285,000 Nubeo watch. The over quarter of a million dollar timepiece is a one-of-a-kind designed specifically for the basketball superstar and named after his on-court personality. Thinking like a collections brand, what if the watchmaker…
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