Ocean Blue Magazine – Page 45

Must Haves! Essentials of Luxury Camping

BOOTS / Balenciaga

Amp up your camping style with these punk inspired leather boots. Crafted in Italy in smooth black leather, they feature exaggerated cut-outs to the sides, alongside gold-tone buckle details. Wear with a midi skirt and jacket for an exceptionally edgy look.

GLOVES / Chester Jefferies

Stay warm and look trendy for any outdoor adventure with these beautiful gloves by Chester Jefferies. Not only are these gloves comfortable, but there is an abundance of different colour combinations to choose from.

BRACELET / Versace

Keep your sense of glamour while you’re camping with this perfectly woven calf leather bracelet. Plus, you’ll feel great knowing it’s made from hypoallergenic materials and metals that do not contain nickel or lead.

HAT / Valentino

Say goodbye to the traditional camping cap and add a classic dimension to your outfit with this nude angora hat from Valentino. This beautiful piece features an upturned brim and the signature Rockstud embellishments.

BANDANA / Dolce & Gabbana

The black and blue silk ‘Western’ print bandana from Dolce & Gabbana is the perfect accessory to bring woodsy-chic look to life.

LIP BALM / Hourglass

Luxurious, yet packed with essential oils, vitamins, and moisturizers – this lip balm treats the lips, rather than just protecting them from the elements. Wear it during the day and you’ll get a dose of pretty, non-sticky shine; apply it on overnight and you’ll notice a softer mouth by morning.

BAG / Eddie Harrop

The appropriately named ‘Voyager Weekend Bag’, is generously-sized, fashionable and functional. This leather bag features metal feet for protection, a large interior pocket and a helpful detachable shoulder strap, which helps keep you hands free while you’re on the go.

FRAGRANCE / Tom Ford

With notes of sandalwood, bitter orange, lemon, jasmine and ylang-ylang, this fragrance whisks you away to the outdoors. This lasting scent is a top pick in the Tom Ford collection and an essential to take on the road.

SUNGLASSES / Dior

Glamp it up with these modern and chic, Italian-crafted sunglasses. The distinctive geometric brow bar and tonal studs at the top of the mirrored lenses add a look that’s both polished and edgy.

BOOK / Chanel Slipcase

Curl up with this unique collection of Chanel’s most emblematic memoirs – Chanel Fashion, Chanel Jewelry and Chanel Perfume. Take some time and delve into this chic history lesson while away in the woods.

PHONE CASE / Louis Vuitton

Make sure your iPhone is safe from whatever the activity, with the Eye-Trunk for iPhone 7 Plus in precious Golden Crocodile leather. More than a protective cover, this new Nicolas Ghesquière statement establishes itself as the ultimate fashionable accessory of the season.

CAP / Alexander McQueen

Elevate your outdoor style with this black cotton bunny baseball cap from Alexander McQueen. The straight peak baseball cap is fitted with an adjustable snap strap and is detailed with the brand’s signature abstract bunny logo at the crown.

amfAR HOSTS DINNER IN PARIS DURING COUTURE WEEK

Supporters gathered for a dinner and auction at the Petit Palais July 2nd, in support of amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research.

amfAR CEO Kevin Robert Frost opened the evening by welcoming guests and thanking event sponsors Harry Winston, Moët Hennessy, and Renault for making the night possible, and also gave a special thanks to amfAR Global Fundraising Chairman Milutin Gatsby and Carine Roitfeld for their continued support of amfAR. Frost then introduced the evening’s performer, world-renowned singer-songwriter and former First Lady of France, Carla Bruni.

Carla Bruni gave a special performance for the exclusive guest list. The chanteuse sang Enjoy the Silence, a new song from her upcoming album French Touch, and a soulful rendition of The Rolling Stones’ Miss You.

Exclusive items featured in the live auction, conducted by event producer Andy Boose, included:

A Jean Pigozzi photograph of Mick Jagger and Arnold Schwarzenegger taken in 1990 at the legendary Hôtel du Cap in Antibes.
Andy Modeling in Vest, a 1983 Christopher Makos photograph of his friend and frequent portrait subject, Andy Warhol.
A Gilles Bensimon photograph of Audrey Hepburn, shot for French Elle in 1988, from the last fashion shoot of her lifetime, which celebrated the legendary partnership between two icons: Audrey Hepburn and Hubert de Givenchy.
The exclusive Moët & Chandon MCIII Wine Cellar, the only one of its kind in the world, featuring 23 magnum bottles of MCIII wine housed in a specially handcrafted cellar.
A photograph of David Bowie, taken in 1974 as a publicity shot for the LP Diamond Dogs, by one of the world’s most accomplished and collected photographers Terry O’Neill.
A luxurious vacation at the legendary Maldives resort of Huvafen Fushi.
An opportunity to meet Leonardo DiCaprio at his Foundation’s St. Tropez Gala.
A Paris Haute Couture Week package, including tickets to the Dior, Jean Paul Gaultier, Ulyana Sergeenko, Valentino and Chanel shows, as well as a Jean Paul Gaultier-designed “Moulin Rouge” haute couture dress and a four-night stay in a suite at Le Bristol Hotel.
A one-week trip aboard the magnificent yacht
An opportunity to attend the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation’s first major fundraising gala in the heart of Monte Carlo, including a meet and greet with His Serene Highness, to benefit its initiatives to support sustainable oceans worldwide.

The evening also marked the Paris launch of amfAR’s new fragrance, Gala by amfAR. Available as both a women’s perfume and a men’s cologne, Gala by amfAR was conceived as a tribute to the Foundation’s Founding International Chairman, Dame Elizabeth Taylor, the first celebrity to have her own line of fragrances. The Paris debut of Gala by amfAR coincides with the 30th anniversary of the launch of Dame Elizabeth’s first perfume, Passion. Proceeds from the sale of Gala by amfAR will support amfAR’s efforts to achieve one of the greatest scientific and humanitarian goals of our time – a cure for HIV.

Harry Winston was the event’s Presenting Sponsor. Moët Hennessy and Renault were the event’s Signature Sponsors. Delta Air Lines is the Official Airline of amfAR.

The Hottest Formula One Racing Ticket In Mexico City

Ocean Blue Magazine´s Glamour Racing Night lit the racing world on fire as it kicked off the Mexico Grand Prix with ¨the¨ event of the Formula 1 week. Pampering its clientele and loyal enthusiasts of this historic event with boundless delights, the event was held in the prime Latin American showroom of Grupo Tenerife, in the prestigious Masaryk streets of Mexico City. Guests were entertained with Mezcal Cómplice amidst a multitude of other internationally recognized premium luxury brands, all the while being enchanted by the brilliant works of world-renowned artist, Armin Flossdorf who painted live during the event. The highlight of the evening was honored guest speaker, former Mexican President, Felipe Calderón, with the delivery of his sensational speech and presentation to the captivated crowd. Other distinguished guests included F1 world ambassadors such as Emerson Fittipaldi, Adrián Fernández and Jo Ramírez, archery champion, Aída Román, and Executive President of Grupo Questro, Eduardo Sanchez Navarro, among others. Ocean Blue´s Glamour Racing Night was the ultimate event to experience the climatic beginning to the 2016 Mexico Grand Prix.

Over 350,000 enthusiasts came in their thousands to Mexico City passionately exuding an indescribable energy, and indulging in a week of excitement and thrill. From the world championship drivers themselves to the Paddock Club experience, to the off-track celebrations, and the highly anticipated final racing event, this was a week that electrified the legacy of the Mexico´s F1.

Full of charm and ambition, the F1 drivers are known to capture the adoration of fans worldwide. Team-mates and title rivals at Mercedes, Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton, oozed with their competitive edge both continuing the fight for the world drivers´ crown. Feeling at ease racing in his home country, Sergio ´Checo´ Perez, thrived on feeling the energy and support from his fans, while for Jenson Button from the McLaren-Honda team, the circuit presented a variety of layout challenges yet proved for a rewarding experience.

When the engines were revving, and the flag was dropped, you certainly could not miss out on the official F1 trackside VIP hospitality. Welcome to The Paddock Club. This experience is in a class of its own, providing exclusive VIP access to gourmet dining with personalized services, access to the circuit, privileged viewing positions and entry to driver interviews and celebrity appearances.

Off-track the excitement and glamour continued at the Mercedes Benz-AMG Motorsport Night presented by CEO Radek Jelinek, including the likes of celebrities such as boxing legend Lennox Lewis. The Rolex F1 Grand Prix Party was a major success and attended by many racing legends such as Jackie Stewart.

Returning to the Rodriguez Brothers Racetrack for the final anticipated event, the buzz of competition was well-alive with the roaring crowd. In the end, it was British Lewis Hamilton who stood atop the podium celebrating his 51^st career victory. After a flawless performance, Hamilton lifted his trophy with pride and acknowledged the crowd with a passionate ¨Viva Mexico!¨

The Formula One World Championship is an annual competition of 21 automobile races around the world including Abu Dhabi, Hungary, Mexico, Spain, and Russia, among others. Through the pure tenacity and vision of many historic figures, this global event has helped position racing as the top luxury sport, encompassed with world-class competition and the most desirable experiences to intrigue the soul.

Ocean Blue Magazine looks forward to hosting Glamour Racing Night in 2017.

Remedios Varo

Remedios Varo, Acclaimed, Applauded And Admired

Perched on the Sea of Cortez in Los Cabos, Mexico, lies a very special estate created with every amenity and luxury in mind – Villa Peace & Love.

At over 11,000 square feet this oceanfront retreat is characterized with a contemporary feel and Mexican flair featuring five bedroom suites, eight and a half bathrooms and additional staff quarters. As one of the finest properties along the Baja California Sur coast, it includes a wine cellar, personal fitness gym, and two gourmet kitchens complete with custom cabinetry and Viking and SubZero appliances. Outside, the upper and lower levels are perfectly framed by two infinity edge pools with expansive space for outdoor dining and ideal for entertaining.

Encompassing more than 20,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space, the home features five bedrooms, nine bathrooms, two infinity-edge swimming pools, a home theater, state-of-the-art fitness room, private office and Control technology throughout.

Designed by renowned architect, Lourdes Porras, this magnificent villa features two elevators – one which transports you from the second floor to the ocean front room providing direct access to the secluded beach area. Built with an international imagination, Villa Peace & Love radiantly shimmers amongst the twinkling lights of downtown San Jose del Cabo and Palmilla, home of the acclaimed One & Only Palmilla resort.