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On The Move: Digital Entrepreneur & Influencer Caroline Daur

Digital Entrepreneur & Influencer, Caroline Daur

A dominating force inside the digital world of social media: Caroline Daur, high fashion and lifestyle influencer, has created a platform that is popping up all over everyone’s Instagram feeds, and motivating her fans to take chances and indulge in wildly cool mint-colored silk dresses while jet setting to five-star locations.

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Hamburg born and based, Daur has taken the concept of exploring her personality through fashion and has combined it with a growing passion for travel, garnering over 2.2M followers. Today, transforming from blogger to model and entrepreneur, this 24-year-old digital starlet is driving a new age on the web where admiring style icons can find out the top trends instantly rather than six months later inside a store or magazine.

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Collaborating with powerful brands such as Moncler, Prada, Maison Valentino, Bottega Veneta and Dolce & Gabbana, Daur is taking social media partnerships to next level, all-encompassing heights. A spokesperson that tells the narrative of Germany’s girl next door and style superstar who knows what works and what doesn’t, Daur is pioneering a new space where glossy catalogues take a back seat and Instagram becomes the driving authority. The next-gen ideology of fashion news, this new platform largely developed by influencers like Daur herself, is changing the way consumers shop and the way brands invest in advertising. Inventing a new profession coined influencer marketing, Daur has carved out a commentary that not only disrupts the traditional nature of the fashion industry but the domain for travel and lifestyle headlines.

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And this is only the beginning. The opportunities are endless as Daur takes her followers around the world, showcasing her most coveted coffee houses, ski retreats and star-studded red carpet events. Curating a vision that says all things ultra-luxe, Daur is showing her followers that there is no better space to research the most glamorous destinations and wardrobes to take along on the trip than on her IG feed. Self-made without a manager, agent and assistant, Daur is the true story of success that anything is possible.

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Treat Yourself with Miriam Quevedo’s Hair Studio Pop-Up at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami

Master of Beauty, Miriam Quevedo, at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami

Step into the warm, cozy, and elegant abodes of Mandarin Oriental, Miami and splurge on the glory of Miriam Quevedo’s anti-aging skin and hair care treatments offered for a limited time only through the Miriam Quevedo Hair Studio Pop-up.

Visiting the Brickell Key hotel exclusively from their home base at Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona, Miriam Quevedo Hair Studio Pop-up will allow guests the opportunity to explore the innovative treatments and cosmetics that have coined Miriam Quevedo the reputation of pioneer and powerhouse amongst the international stage of beauty masters.

Offering a kaleidoscope of products formulated with potent vitamins, cutting-edge peptides, and botanicals that seamlessly work together to repair and restore damaged skin and hair bringing it back to its youthful and radiant self, this state of the art pop-up will transcend the lines of traditional hair-care standards and allow for a new modern parade of cosmetic invention.

The luxurious experience will commence with a complete a hair and scalp analysis using an iMicro-camera to assess each guest’s needs. The camera, allowing the technician to take a magnified view of the hair and scalp, will measure seven points, viewable by tablet, including hair loss status, scalp status, hair density, keratin of scalp, exposure of scalp’s vessels, hair thickness and hair pore status. The service will continue with a customized express treatment using a selection of a reparative Miriam Quevedo oil or serum followed by a scalp, neck, arm and shoulder massage. Guests will also receive an assortment of products, based on their hair and scalp needs, for in-home usage.

A high-performance treatment using award winning products, guests will leave the Mandarin Oriental transformed with a softened head of hair that’s in tip-top shape for months to come.

Gucci Presents Spring Summer 2020 Ready-To-Wear Collection In Milan

Landmark Gucci fashion designer, Alessandro Michele, presented a wildly outspoken Spring Summer 2020 collection at the Italian luxury brand’s runway show which closed Milan fashion week earlier this fall. Drawing inspiration from French philosopher Michel Foucault’s ideology of biopolitics, discussing the impact of political power over all aspects of human life, Michele sent a parade of 21 silhouettes down the runway on the backdrop of a laboratory setting with lights falling dark immediately after.

A cinematic prelude of change.

Motivated by the dressing of confined clothing and the urge to try something new, Michele presented a palette of strapped uniforms, white coats and straight jackets which sent the model community into disarray, many whom have undergone their own struggles with mental health including supermodel Ayesha Tan-Jones. Walking in a staged protest at Milan Fashion Week, Tan-Jones described the fashion house’s decision to use the designs of a straight jacket as “unimaginative” and “offensive.”

But Michele saw this opportunity to show fashion as a modern world of possibilities. Where anything goes.

And when showcasing shoes and his second act of ready-to-wear, the Italian Fashion House did just that, presenting a vivacious imagery of color, touching on the creative splendor of unisex sneakers all of a different hue for each foot. Accessories varied from audacious glasses chains to latex gloves and lace exposing a juxtaposition of vintage looks and S&M bold pieces breathing a new antidote into Gucci’s accessory closet.

Neutral suites, color blocking silhouettes, and valiant chokers allowed for a time capsule of Gucci’s 1970’s glory days, combining color with minimalist patterns thus offering a new platform that screams freedom in stream of thought, design and silhouette.

Wake Up To Fall With These Top Beauty Products

Must-Have Luxury Beauty Products for Fall

As the final days of summer come to a close, commence the fall season with a full proof beauty routine fit for those looking to up their morning regime with a swanky new set of rules. From an expert approved vitamin C exfoliating mask to a one stop shop hair, hand, and body wash, we have a win-win list of new to the game products that are packed with nutrients, leaving you effervescently glowing from pre-morning breakfast to post-work dinner.

This Works Morning Expert Vitamin C Power Mask

Jumpstart your day with an extra boost of energy and begin your step by step beauty routine with help from an invigorating exfoliating mask crafted with 10% vitamin C and Jojoba. Donned “Morning Expert Vitamin C Power Mask” by This Works, this tried and tested product is proven to smooth, cleanse, and revitalize lack-lustre skin thus improving, brightening, and softening skin clarity. A glow boosting facial that reduces uneven skin tones and tackles signs of pre-mature aging, “Morning Expert Vitamin C Power Mask” is a top notch product that’s a necessary addition for this season’s post summer, back to school morning regime.

Glasshouse Hair, Hand & Body Wash

Before indulging in your daily caffeine fix, change up your cleanser with a new and improved all-in-one hair, hand, and body wash. A multi-purpose product formulated with a pH balance, promising to nourish skin and hair equally, London born Glasshouse “Hair, Hand, & Body Wash” is the ideal long lasting treatment meant to leave you squeaky clean from morning to evening. Environmentally friendly, sulphate-free, rich in vitamin B5, and made with organic extracts of chamomile, comfrey and aloe vera, this soothing natural remedy hydrates and revives weak hair while maintaining color retention due to its influx of wheat protein. An energizing essence fit for the bona fide sleepy head, beauty bombshells can rest be assured that their hair, skin, and hands will be effervescently fresh and more beautiful than ever before.

Dior Bronze After-Sun Care

A faster, stronger, and smarter bronzer that will leave you with a sun kissed glow just in time to reminisce the summer. After-Sun Care by Dior Bronze is the newest addition to the Dior Bronze collection, offering women a top protective cream that refreshes and hydrates skin dried out by yesterday’s sun. The new kid on the block with a hint of flair, this ultra-luxurious product will enhance your beachside tan instantly while infusing the skin with a dainty scent of Polynesian flowers. Lending a new meaning to the term wake and bake, the Dior Bronze After-Sun Care product is a must try for this coming fall’s Indian summer.

A Reimagined Marvel At The Corinthia Hotel Lisbon

Autumn Spa Retreat in Lisbon

Welcome the autumn season with a new adventure, and set sail on a charming escape through Lisbon with all arrows pointing to the Corinthia. A luxurious hotel with a kaleidoscope of amenities, guests can take refuge inside this intoxicating retreat layered with unobstructed views of Portugal’s blissful skyline and eclectic gastronomic outposts paying homage to Europe’s new world of haute cuisine in bed with a parade of enchanting aperitifs.

And although this caravan of wanderlust features sweeping city views while taking its bow to one of the most prodigious capitals east of New York, what makes the Corinthia Europe’s top destination for hotel goers worldwide is its elite spa, boasting a flight of one-of-a-kind treatments. Most recently, adjusting their repertoire of signature spa services to include the Luxurious Hammam, the spa at the Corinthia is the ultimate answer to unwinding in grandeur.

Helming traditional healing and purifying benefits, this landmark treatment immerses guests in the power of the ancient Hammam. Exclusively designed by an in-house team of spa therapists, this dreamy experience begins with a gentle scrub and foam bath using a selection of handcrafted soaps – such as the exquisite Claus Porto – infused with fine fragrances and ingredients from Portugal’s flora. A transformative fifty minute spa ceremony, the Luxurious Hammam treatment continues with a relaxing ‘four hands’ massage set upon a hot stone bed performed by two therapists working simultaneously together. A jewelry box ritual, guests will leave with an extra feeling of rejuvenation due to the treatment’s smooth blend of the traditional Hammam experience in synthesis with a thoughtful touch from Portugal.

Taking guests on a world class holistic journey unlike any other, the spa at the Corinthia is a next level elaborate haven allowing for an idyllic way to end an afternoon of sightseeing. A getaway suited for perfection.

Dive Into These Top Seafood Shacks In The Hamptons This Summer

It’s summertime out east, which means seafood shacks are throwing their doors wide open from Westhampton all the way to Montauk. And although lines are never short, expect a nearby bar to be open serving up democratic cool beer to wash away your hunger. So to put you in the mood for summer’s final days, we’ve rounded up three clam, oyster, and lobster joints that are laidback, legendary, and finger-licking delicious. Here’s the scoop:

The Lobster Roll Restaurant

Counting down to summer begins at The Lobster Roll Restaurant known as LUNCH. A roadside seafood shack that’s become an iconic Montauk Highway stomping ground, this grab and go outpost has hosted the likes of A-list celebrities, billionaire tycoons, and Instagram kingpins. A must visit roadside stopover, this east end Montauk eatery serves everything from Long Island specialties like Fried Clam Strips to Homemade Hearty Manhattan Seafood Chowder. But their true fever pitch excitement is drawn from prodigious lobster rolls. Served hot or cold with a side of fries, LUNCH’s lobster rolls are a bucket list foodie lover’s item fired up with flavor.

Duryea’s Lobster Deck & Seafood Market

A Montauk mainstay, this scenic waterfront outpost takes summer feast to new heights with the addition of their seafood and farmer’s market. Offering a variety of raw bar crustaceans, lobsters, and the catch of the day along with grab and go Paninis and ground to order coffee, Duryea’s Lobster Deck is the Hampton goer’s one-stop-shop for all things freshly sourced and sustainable. And if you’re looking for an off the shore soiree fit for the boat aficionado, take a ride on the aquatic via the azure waters and anchor tableside for an afternoon picnic featuring Duryea’s Seafood Lover’s basket including snow crab, shrimp cocktail, cold steamed 2lb lobster, smoked salmon, a lulu baguette, and crudité with the option to add caviar.

Clam Bar

Bring your bib and mallet and dive into the dive of all seafood dives. Located in Amagansett off Montauk Highway, only feet away from The Lobster Roll Restaurant, this off the sandbar eatery says all things summer lovin’ with their selection of Montauk Pearl Oysters, Local Steamers, and sumptuous Lobster BLT. A storybook restaurant featuring only outside seating, Clam Bar is a gastronomic oasis for post beach day eats including all things fried and steamed seafood served fresh to order.

Cara Delevingne Returns To The Runway With Her New Balmain Collaboration

Cara Delevingne Returns To The Runway With Her New Collaboration With Oliver Rousteing

Hollywood royalty and English born actress, Cara Delevingne, most known for her starring roles in the films Suicide Squad and Paper Towns, is returning to her breakout roots as a supermodel, with a new collection of high fashion handbags in collaboration with creative director, Olivier Rousteing of Balmain. Joining Rousteing’s design team as part muse and adored friend, Delevingne is influencing this haute couture fashion house with a vision for bold lines and impulsive hardware.

Paying homage to the rip-roaring era of charged bikers and motorcyclists, Rousteing and Delevingne are channeling distinctive designs that are audacious, in synthesis with patterns reflecting modern architecture. Their new collection, coined “The Choice,” is a one stop shop for all things intoxicating, featuring a set of three handbags anchoring the line including The BBag, The Romeo, and The Twist.

The collection mirrors Balmain’s 2019 ad campaign where Rousteing and Delevingne first joined forces to welcome in their new collaboration, after paralleling Janet Jackson’s iconic cover shoot in Rolling Stones with Rousteing covering Delevingne’s breasts with his hands, in an all black and white photo. And this season, onlookers and shoppers can expect the same sense of provocative and unapologetically thrilling style.

Bringing novel style choices to Balmain’s design team that are nothing but adventurous and rebellious, Rousteing has become an inspiration for daring couture, thus dominating the social media mecca. And with Delevingne as his new muse, Rousteing is showing women that it’s okay to take chances, with a fresh batch of strong silhouettes that are uncontrollably invigorating.

The BBag is available online for purchase now with The Romeo and The Twist available mid-July.

Prepare for Miami Swim Week With These Top Swimsuit Trends

Haute Couture Swimsuit Trends For Miami Swim Week

Jet off to Miami for the hottest weekend of the year filled with haute couture runway shows and top supermodels boasting this season’s sexiest on the beach looks. Between high cut bikini bottoms taking you through a time capsule back to the groovy 1980’s and animal print swimsuits donning zebra and tiger prints, you’ll be ravishing at all the new trends to test and try before heading onto the sand. So just in time for Miami Swim Week, we’re rounding up the top three fresh and wildly cool trends to pick up on before heading down to the Magic City.

Underwire Tops

This season, jump into a suit inspired by the silhouette of your favorite bra. Making lingerie wearable and highly retro to wear outside of the bedroom, this latest swimwear trend brings sultry to new heights with an ounce of elegance that undeniably classic, while suiting everyone’s swimwear desires. We recommend indulging in Megan Balch and Jaime Barker’s New York based line, Flagpole, for a minimalist designed bikini that’s ideal for posting up at the pool while sipping on a glass blushing rose. Our go to is the Electra & Celine for a perfect fit that screams all things nonstop cool.

Animal Prints

Dominating the catwalk this season is the oh so sensual animal print bikini. A one stop shop swimsuit for an in style look making its revival, animal print suits aren’t only made for the wild but for Miami Beach with a double tap trend that’s classic and in fashion. And this summer, there’s no better bikini made for the jungles of the beaches better than Caldezonia’s new collection of animal print swimwear. We suggest splurging on the Ilaria v-neck one-piece swimsuit patterned with edge frills on the back.

High Cut Bottoms

Photo Courtesy by maheliheli.comA look that was all the rage and sported in neon during the 80’s is making its righteously deserved comeback with bold designs that are a closet staple and Miami must wear. A welcoming design for the risk taker that’s looking for a flattering silhouette, this leg-lengthener bikini bottom is a daring look that’s vintage inspired with a twenty first century twist. And in the spirit of Miami Swim Week, look no further than Miami local swimwear line, dbrie, for an effortlessly chic suit that’s adjustable, reversible, and easily worn wet. Our favorite is the Meli Bottom In Red Ribbed wearable all season long. Pair this signature essential with an accessory that’s ultra- luscious like Melina Cespedes lash extensions available at her downtown boutique coined Lash Society Miami.

Ocean Blue World’s Guide To Family-Friendly Beach Gear

This summer, rock in the sand with beach gear that’s stylish, chic, and family-friendly. Between waterproof phone cases, endless pumps of sunscreen, and adorable beach sand toy sets, we have your next family outing to the beach set in play so it’s a definite breeze. Here’s the scoop:

Hitcase Shield Link Case

Summers are made for memories. And planning a day out on the sand can often include snorkeling and under water activities which can equal a stress level that’s overly high. No one wants water damage to their phone while trying to snap a photo of their kids in their newly purchased swim gear. So we have the perfect accessory that allows for photos and ocean fun. The Hitcase Shield Link Case is waterproof with drop-proof construction and a built-in magnetic mount system for easy attachment to lenses and other built in accessories for phone camera usage. A gadget with all the right bells and whistles to make seaside adventures last forever.

Supergoop! SPF 30+ Endless Summer Pump

How to choose sunscreen for kids and how much of it to buy is often an arduous task. But we have a pump that’s not only ultra-pristine but ultra large. The Supergoop! SPF 30+ Endless Summer Pump is 18 ounces and will keep your little ones protected from the scorching sun all summer long. It’s fast absorbing, non-greasy, and water and sweat resistant. Needless to say, it’s ideal for a safe summer day under the rays.

Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Speck Seahorse Sand Ice Cream Play Set

Nothing sounds more relaxing than taking a day away by the sounds of the ocean. But when there’s a mini me or two, you may need to bring a few gadgets to keep your kids focused on the sand while you focus on you. And nothing says summer fun more than ice cream. The Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Speck Seahorse Sand Ice Cream Play Set is an all in one chance for your kids to be distracted on the beach while you tan under an umbrella. An all in one kitchen sink for making ice cream on the beach, this one of a kind toy set includes two scoops, two cones, one sprinkles shaker, and a bucket with a lid all decorated with seahorses and shells. The cutest sand toys for splashing in the water or digging in the sand.

Say “Ooh La La” with Ladurée’s New Macaron Collection

On Trend: “Ooh La La Ladurée” Macaron Collection

Strolling down the cobblestone streets in Paris, you’ll find a synthesis of classic delicacies from delicate street-born crepes to lavish deep-mugged hot chocolate. But one flight of sweet fare that is ubiquitous from Paris to London and New York is the macaron.

A timeless dessert that can be neatly wrapped in a small blue box to gift or nibbled on as a snack while perusing the Champs-Elysees, the macaron is a universal confection that has burst in popularity in recent years, as chefs venture to reimagine it with new creative and fruity flavors and decadent sandwiched cookies.

But there is one maison in Paris that has taken the term global fan base to new heights with their gourmet macaron made in over 100 iterations.

Ladurée, originating as a bakery in 1862 giving birth to one of Paris’s first ever tearooms where women could gather together in complete freedom, now has over 100 locations around the world specializing in unique seasonal and traditional macarons. A fanciful fairytale of “rainbows” and “marshmallows,” where dreams of pastel confections, soft teas, and crimson sandwiches come together to delight café goers with a kaleidoscope of Parisian dreams come true, Ladurée is the “supermodel of the food industry” bringing to light new takes on this old but classic dessert.

Starting out of Pierre Desfontaines kitchen in the mid 19^th century, Ladurée’s macaron, although ever evolving, has remained the same. Two dainty shells joined together by a glazed ganache filling.

And this season, if you’re looking for a sweet treat that’s fashioned with a new trend, we suggest indulging in their recently premiered “Ooh La La Ladurée” collection, chocolate-coated macarons featured in four different flavors and presented in a box of 12. Magnifique!

Decadent, delicious, and daring.

3 Luxurious Expert-Approved Beauty Treatments

Buzz-Worthy Luxe Spa Treatments

The song and dance of beauty treatments. One that ends with a grand finale of skin perfection. And this summer, we’re trying and testing the top three beauty procedures, products, and treatments that are A-list worthy, expert-approved, and promise precision. Between the 24 Karat Gold Facial at Bamford Haybarn Spa and Bee Venom Cleaning Balm by Rodial, these ultra-luxurious services are top-notch and raising the bar for what’s in and out. So we scoured the coasts to get the inside scoop on these buzz-worthy spa treatments.

24 Karat Gold Facial at Bamford Haybarn Spa

Nestled off the art deco streets of south beach, locals and tourists can indulge in a signature spa treatment that’s ultra-luxe and extra plush. Located at 1 Hotel South Beach, the Bamford Haybarn Spa is a soothing haven of holistic premium services devoted to nurturing the mind, body and spirit. Coined by Carole Bamford in the English Countryside, this first of its kind sanctuary crafts signature facials using eco-friendly and all organic ingredients. And to dip into the ultimate spring renewal, we suggest splurging on the 50 minute 24 Karat Gold Facial, proving to instantly repair and firm skin using Knesko’s nanogold-infused face collagen treatment. An ancient prophesy, the effects of gold on skin to hydrate, reduce fine lines, and diminish inflammation, redness, and puffiness have been believed to have extraordinary healing powers by the Egyptians, Chinese, and now twenty first century A-list beauty editors and actress Kate Hudson. A seasonal #musthave that’s upping the standard of gold to glitter.

HD Ruby and Diamond Peel by BORBA

Although red carpet award season is coming to a close, there’s no reason why we shouldn’t take a leap of faith with this $7000 procedure –and look just as flawless as Black Swan star, Mila Kunis. A treatment born from the CEO and founder of BORBA, Scott-Vincent Borba, this diamond and ruby encrusted peel is one fit for blockbuster royalty. And all it takes is a handful of gemstones and ice cubes. First Borba applies rubies to act as an antioxidant and then diamonds for a topical sheen. For the grand finale, he performs a paraffin silk fiber facial while having her suck on an ice cube to decrease puffiness. Now, that’s quite the curtain close.

Bee Venom Cleansing Balm by Rodial

A buzz worthy skin mask that’s wildly wacky and all the rage. Beloved by Kate Middleton and Gwyneth Paltrow for its natural ability to deeply penetrate the skin and mirror the anti-aging botox, this new to the market beauty trend instantaneously lifts skin to make it appear firmer and plumper – with no needles necessary. And that’s not all. This straight from the hive mask increases blood circulation, filling and smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, while stimulating the production of natural collagen and elastin. A top seller amongst the go to products of the year, we recommend Rodial’s Bee Venom Cleansing Balm by UK born celebrity beauty curator, Maria Hatzistefanis, to brighten and firm winter skin just like honey.

Decadent Jewels & Breakfast at Tiffany’s for Mother’s Day

Ocean Blue World’s Guide to Mother’s Day

Frost yourself in decadent jewels & delicious dishes at Tiffany & Co. in celebration of Mother’s Day!

This Mother’s Day, stroll down Fifth Avenue like it’s 1961 and reserve a brunch banquette at the newly opened and iconic Blue Box Café on the fourth floor of Tiffany & Co. Bedazzled in pastel blues and crystal silvers – and bursting at the seams with freshly picked blooms – this Breakfast at Tiffany’s homage is a gastronomic rite of passage for those who idolize Holly Golightley’s prodigious character and revel in the robin’s egg blue, legendary gift box.

Opening their doors at 10am for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea, expect a line, even with a reservation. So, arrive early and browse the diamond lined aisles for a present that sparkles with iridescent frost, such as the Tiffany T.

A celebrated design shown off by Kendall Jenner, Carolyn Murphy, Imaan Hammam, Mica Arganaraz, and Fei Fei, this exclusive collection is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, strutting a seasonal style that’s delicate and personalized.

Available for a limited time only in bracelets, rings, pendants, and earrings of 18k gold – rose, yellow and white – The Tiffany T is a strong clean collection and can be stacked or worn alone. And if you’re eager for an accessory that’s personal to you, mix and match at the Tiffany T Bar for a look that’s insta-worthy with a dose of spring savvy.

We recommend indulging in the Two Hinged Bangle in 18k rose gold with round brilliant diamonds. A well-deserved sprinkle of glitter – after refilling empty bowls of cheerios.

Once the bell rings for brunch, head to The Box Café for a family meal that’s two parts decadent and all parts delicious. A set menu for $29, $39, and $49 dollars, feast your eyes on the luxurious Coddled Egg with truffles or Fifty Seventh Street Flatbread. And of course, endless kettles of Tiffany Tea.