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Beauty

Black and Paper Christmas List 2016

You Can Never Go Wrong with a Gift by Chanel

For Her

pa2016_01_0014An out-and-out classic, Chanel No.5 is a cultural seedbed for woman’s fragrance. “What do I wear to bed? Why, Chanel No. 5 of course.”   Chanel has always been associated with glamour and fabulousness, attributed to the women who wear it.  So rear is a scent with qualities that inspire a wearer.

For Him

pa2016_27_0007Allure Homme Sport from Chanel is a citrus based contemporary scent for men with touches of amber and cedar.  What I like about this cologne is the fact it compliments without overpowering the wearer.   Allure Homme Sport is a man’s fragrance for activity, a dash but no smelling like he is in rush, a winner.

Chanel is available in fine stores worldwide.

 

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Fashion

Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Finale Celebration

I made this quick video of the finale at the Formula 1 celebration in Abu Dhabi  onboard the Etihad Airways Yacht in the YAS Marina.

Team Mercedes Won the race.

Special Thanks to Etihad Airways.

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Travel

Abu Dhabi Formula 1

 

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Travel

Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Experience

I traveled to Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways for the Formula 1 Auto race.  From the moment I got the plane I knew this was going to be an experience of a lifetime.

Getting was half the fun.  Exceptional Service is an integral part of the Etihad precinct.   I was greeted by a friendly smile boarding the plane that directed to my Business Class Seat. The smile was special but for all travelers.  Business Class on Etihad’s A330’s use subtle colors with upholstered and leather fabrics.   The interior is based on relaxing complete with a starry ceiling.

I was situated in the middle aisle with plenty of leg room.  The stewardess offered a glass of Champagne up my seating, PERFECT!   After a smooth take off towards Abu Dhabi I was served a complete 3 course meal. My remaining time on the flight was spent watching a feature film from the inflight selection, then a brief nap before breakfast.

Landing at the bustling Abu Dhabi International Airport I was impressed by the construction cranes for the new terminal. After going through passport control I enjoyed a fresh orange juice in the premium class lounge quipped with a shower, barber and other services.

Formula 1 Abu Dhabi is a world famous event with the top racing teams competing for the trophy.  Thrilling, exciting, adrenaline pumping are words I would use to describe the race.   There is no better place to have watch Formula 1 than the YAS Marina, a playground for the well to do viewing the race from their Yachts with endless streams of music flowing and Champagne refills.  It was all on the over the top fun side whether it was dancing girls or DJ battles competing to see who would out do the other.

Congratulations to Nico Rosberg from Team Mercedes for winning the Formula 1 Cup.

For more information on traveling with Etihad go to:www.etihad.com

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Fashion

Milan Fashion Week Part 6

Milan Fashion is timeless elegance based on a clean aesthetic.

Antonelli Firenze

L27

Bulgari

 

 

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Music Technology

Headphones + Lux = Pryma

 

The Black and Paper Q&A with Pryma

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How does the brand fuse fashion without sacrificing sound quality?

Sonus faber has been handcrafting the finest loudspeakers in the industry for almost 40 years.

Sound quality is our heritage, and elegance is in our DNA.

Every single one of our speakers was designed with a unique design and unparalleled sound quality. 

The same applies with PRYMA, the same taste, the same meticulous details and craftsmanship have been applied to the headphones, being assembled by hands at the Sonus faber,  Italy.

For audiophiles, what is the top feature Pryma?

From an audiophile standpoint, PRYMA headphones are very efficient since they can be driven by any sort of devices. If you want to get extra performances you can attach it to HP amplifier. 

The sound quality is as pure as it gets. PRYMA headphones translate the way the artist intended the music to sound.

What are the materials used for the headphones? 

Our headphones are composed of Italian leather (the headbands) and Italian aluminum (the shell), sourced from the nicest luxury and fashion material providers in Italy.

Then, the ear cups are either composed of Premium carbon fiber or acoustically tested polycarbonate.

With comfort being so important for the wearer is there a lot of adjustment needed for your headsets?

Sonus faber and Pryma designer, Livio Cucuzza, made sure that the headphones look as good as they sound. And like an Italian tailor made suit, they are perfectly fitted for the wearer’s ears.

One of the nicest features is the fact that they are extremely modulable, and the user can adjust the headbands with a unique buckle and clasp system, an elegant solution.

Are there any plans to expand to the model collection?

Yes, PRYMA is now a big part of The McIntosh Group, and will grow even bigger in the future!

We are already working on many exciting projects that I am sure you will have the chance to see soon in the Luxury and Fashion world.

Pryma headphones are available in luxury stores including Colette Paris and Barney’s New York City.