Louis Vuitton Held Journeys Awards Ceremony in HK

Louis Vuitton announced on Friday the winners of its Journeys Awards film competition, holding the prize-giving ceremony at its Canton Road Maison, Hong Kong.

The competition was devised as part of Louis Vuitton’s long-term support of the arts and to highlight its place in the world of travel. It was launched on September 3, 2009 in the presence of renowned Director, Wong Kar Wai and Antoine Arnault, the Head of Communications at Louis Vuitton. The competition asked students from the world’s most prestigious film schools to present their own interpretations of a journey.

The inspiration behind the competition was Wong Kar Wai’s own two-minute film of life as a journey, Blue berry Days. Based on Louis Vuitton’s Core Values advertising campaign, it featured famous personalities such as Mikhail Gorbachev, Sean Connery and Sofia Coppola.

The Jury’s Award went to Sho Tsukikawa from the Tokyo University of Film Arts for his film 'The Time Walker'; and The Public’s Choice Award (voted for by members of the public on Louis Vuitton’s website) was scooped by James Cogels, from Lawyer in Belgium.

Meanwhile the Jury President’s Award was handed to Gilitte Leung from Hong Kong for his work 'I Want to Make a Movie', which articulates the artist’s journey as a result of entering the completion. Wong Kar Wai acknowledged: “Your journey is bold and sincere (personal and tender). Congratulations on this first film and best luck in your future career.”

Finally, Louis Vuitton’s Special Award was earned by William Francis Nicholson from the AFDA in South Africa. 'Luhambo' follows a boy around the shantytowns of Kahyelitsha and Cape Town, South Africa. Antoine Arnault said: “Your movie conveys the idea that it is through encounters that you will find yourself. You embarked on a sensitive journey that touched the hearts of those at Louis Vuitton who enjoyed seeing it.”

Gucci 2010 Spring and Summer Series Marola flat shoes

Gucci 2010 spring and summer series Marola rubber flat shoes, which will add more color and fun for your summer. White, pink, black etc tri-color to choose, toes with the classic double-G logo, with the Gucci aura, even if it's just a pair of rubber flat shoes, you have to pay for its brand.

This Marola rubber flat shoes, there are two designs; one is Logo with the same color as the body of the shoes; another is the shoes color different with the logo colors, enhanced contrast, showing the low-key luxury.

Jimmy Choo Will Launch Design Trainers

Fashion designer Jimmy Choo launches a collection of shoes, clothing, and accessories all over the worldwide.

Now the must-have shoe brand Jimmy Choo is venturing into unchartered territory. They are releasing a trainer.

The new trainers have gold eyelets, exotic skins and star-print soles. They will be launched in May, priced at £395.

They will join other luxury marquees such as Christian Louboutin and Rick Owens who've diversified into this market. Those brands, like Jimmy Choo have focused on 'high-top' trainers.

Sebastian Manes, the director of accessories at Selfridges, has just returned from a buying trip to Milan: “where every designer is now in on the high-top act. These trainers are a backlash against shoes being so high — they are about being comfortable and cool at the same time.”

The travel for 6 Lost Cities

Abandoned for centuries and constantly harassed by nature’s elements, these once booming centers of civilization have withstood the test of time, waiting to be rediscovered and reveal their old secrets. After capturing the imagination of countless adventurers and archeologists, these lost cities stand ready to share their past with any traveler interested in unraveling it.

Pompeii – Italy

Once one of the liveliest cities in the Roman Empire, Pompeii was completely buried, following an eruption of Mount Vesuvius. It remained lost to the world for 1,700 years, until its accidental discovery, in 1748. In 79 AD, the year of the disaster, Pompeii was known as a luxury resort where influential Romans built luxury villas and spent their holidays.

After being covered by layers of lava and ash, people eventually forgot all about Pompeii and its location. But, ever since its unearthing, the great Roman city regained part of its former glory and is currently one of Italy’s major tourist attractions, drawing in over 2.5 million tourists every year.

Chichen Itza – Mexico

Translated as “At the mouth of the well of Itza”, Chichen Itza was one of the most important settlements of the Mayan civilization. First populated between 500 and 900 AD, this great Mayan city developed into a social and political center of the Yucatan Peninsula (modern-day Mexico). It was abandoned in the 13th century, apparently following an invasion of the Toltecs, but since the Spanish spared no effort killing every Mayan and burning any books they could find, the reasons are unclear.

Now Chichen Itza is one of the busiest tourist attractions in North America and it’s recommended people visit it early in the day, unless they want to get cooked under the scorching sun, waiting to climb El Castillo, one of the world’s most impressive pyramids.

Angkor – Cambodia

Home to over one thousand religious structures, including Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument on Earth, Angkor is by far Cambodia’s primary tourist attraction. It was the booming capital of the ancient Khmer Empire and its most spectacular buildings were constructed during this time. After a long, exhausting war with Siam, Angkor was conquered and sacked, in 1431, during a Thai invasion.

Angkor was subsequently abandoned and laid concealed by the jungle, until the late 1800s, when French archeologists rediscovered and began to restore it. It was a long, difficult process, but judging by the 1 million tourists who come to Angkor annually, it was definitely worth it.

Petra – Jordan

Carved in the sandstone mountains of Jordan, Petra is arguably the most beautiful ancient city in the world. Founded in the 6th century BC, by a nomad civilization known as Nabataens, Petra was located at the crossroads of several caravan trade routes and flourished as a result of intense commerce.

Absorbed by the Roman Empire in 100 AD, Petra began to decline when the trade routes changed and the devastating earthquake of 363 AD led to its abandonment. After Crusaders built a citadel here in the 12th century, the first Westerner to lay eyes on the breathtaking city of Petra was a Swiss explorer named Johann Ludwig Burckhardt, in 1812. It is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Machu Pichu – Peru

Built atop an Andean mountain top, 9,060 feet above sea-level, the Inca city of Machu Picchu is one of the most enigmatic sites in the world. It is believed the Incas built Machu Picchu during the early 1400s, at the peak of their civilization, but there is much speculation surrounding its purpose. Some archeologists believe it was an astronomical observatory, while others are convinced it was a prison or the estate of an Incan emperor.

Machu Picchu was abandoned roughly 100 years after its construction, during the Spanish invasion, but evidence suggests it had more to do with smallpox wiping out its entire population. Located just 50 miles from the capital of Cusco, Machu Picchu was never discovered by Spanish conquistadors and it wasn’t until 1911 that the world rediscovered the ancient Inca city. Now Peru’s number one attraction, Machu Picchu attracts over half a million tourists per year.

Troy – Turkey

Made famous by the writings of Homer and Virgil, the legendary city of Troy has fascinated mythology enthusiasts for thousands of years. Founded in 3500 BC, Troy has been demolished and reconstructed nine times, until 500 AD. Homer’s Trojan War took place in Troy VII and archaeological discoveries show the Greek writer’s description of the ancient city was very accurate.

After the capturing of Troy, during the Trojan War, its inhabitants rebuilt their great city two more times, but in the Byzantine era the city went from a successful trading center to complete abandonment. The lost city of Troy was rediscovered in 1870, when German archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann conducted excavation in the area near Canakkale.

The World Record of Biggest and Smallest Houses

We’re living in a world of records, many of them unknown to most of us, some of which absurd but others fascinating and worth having a look at them.

The biggest house in the world belongs to royalty, as you might have guessed. The world’s biggest house is Windsor Castle, located in England, Berkshire, with a surface of around 484,000 square feet (about 45,000 square meters). Having its structure changed over the centuries, the castle now occupies 13 acres of land, having 1,000 rooms. Along with Buckingham Palace in London and Holyrood Palace in Edinburgh, Windsor Castle is one of the principal official residences of the British monarch. The resident is Queen Elizabeth II that made the castle her home beginning with 1952.

On the other hand, On the outskirts of Sebastol, this small house has been a childhood dream for artist builder Jay Shafer that created it. The entire house has only 96 square feet, basically smaller than most of people’s bathrooms. It is equipped with a stainless-steel kitchen, customized storage and has a classy wood interior. The artist’ next dream is to create a community of such small houses, connected by walking paths, having the same shrunk size as the homes.

New Balenciaga Paris Perfume of Nicolas Ghesquière

Nicolas Ghesquière has introduced Balenciaga Paris, a new fragrance created by the perfumer Oliver Polge. Ideal for sun-dappled spring days, Balenciaga Paris is a light scent imbued with antique spring violets and a woody, peppery note that makes for an intriguing combination.

A 1.7 oz. bottle of Balenciaga Paris Eau De Parfum is priced at $95 while a 2.5 oz. bottle will set you back $130.

Charlotte Gainsbourg was chosen as the face for the new perfume, as Nicolas Ghesquière explained: “Charlotte doesn’t define herself. This fragrance is just like her."

Nicolas Ghesquière said: "As soon as I arrived at Balenciaga, over 10 years ago, I wanted to create a fragrance. A classic and chic fragrance worthy of a prestigious couture house. But a fragrance that also tells an unprecedented story. I wanted Balenciaga Paris to be a fragrance that makes a mark and haunts the memory. I also wanted Balenciaga Paris to be a fragrance with delicate mystery."

The 7 Most Romantic Hairstyles of Valentine's Day

The 7 Most Romantic Hairstyles of Valentine's Day,which one you will choose?

1. Relaxed waves

There's nothing sexy about perfectly flatironed hair—just ask any guy. For soft, touchable waves, work volumizer through damp hair (if your hair is thick, use a nickel-size drop of styling cream instead to reduce frizz). Blow-dry while tossing your hair around with your hands—the bigger it gets, the better. Then take a one-inch curling iron and, holding it vertically, open the iron and spiral inch-wide sections of hair around the barrel for a few seconds without clamping the iron shut. Only curl the hair from ear level down—leaving the roots straight keeps the look loose and natural. Once the waves have cooled, rake your fingers through to soften them.

2. Side bun

Shifting a bun to the side makes it more charming—and less schoolmarmish. First, comb hair into a deep side part so it sweeps across one eye. Then, neatly brush it into a low ponytail on the side of your neck opposite to your part, securing the ponytail no more than two inches off-center (any further and you'll look like you have a doorknob growing out of your ear). Lightly tease the tail with the brush, which will help the bun hold, then wind it around into a chignon and secure with ridged, U-shape hairpins.

3. Soft blowout

Begin by blow-drying hair straight with a round brush to increase volume, then curl the ends using a large-barrel iron. Working in small sections, roll the bottom few inches of hair under, then slide the iron out and use a large clip to hold curl in place until it has cooled. Afterward, brush through the ends to create chunky coils.

4. Wispy knot

For the most appealing chignon, follow these steps:

Starting about two inches from your scalp, lightly tease just your roots with a fine-tooth comb, using broad strokes to avoid compacting the hair too tightly. This will help prevent the bun from slipping out. (Skip this step if your hair is curly.)

Gather your hair at the nape of your neck and make a low, loose ponytail, securing it with an elastic placed about a half-inch away from your scalp.

Tease the underside of the ponytail, then casually wind it into a bun. Use ridged, U-shape hairpins to anchor it, sticking one in each side of the knot and one at the bottom.

5. Lush wave

It's the perfect mix of polished and seductive. Blow-dry hair straight, part it in the middle, then use hot rollers to coil small sections under and up toward your scalp. Once the hair has cooled, let it down and use a paddle brush and your palm to coax the curls into one big wave. To finish, rub a tiny drop of shine serum between your hands and skim them over the outer layer of hair, avoiding your roots.

6. Loose braid

This is one of the easiest, most casual styles. Make a messy center part, which adds a sexy touch, and gather your hair very loosely at the nape of your neck. Don't worry if a few shorter pieces around your face fall out—they'll only enhance the look. First, braid the hair tightly, which helps it hold, then, after securing the ends, gently pull at the sides of the braid to loosen it slightly.

7. Jumbo curls

The secret to creating them: hot rollers, which give a looser spring to hair than a curling iron. Use medium-size rollers if you have fine hair, and large ones for thick or curly hair. Working with widths of hair that are the size of the rollers, start by wrapping the middle section around the barrel first, then wind the ends around and roll up to your scalp. (This prevents the curls from becoming perky ringlets.) To finish, brush through the curls once to fluff them, then keep your fingers off so they don't lose their shape.