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advertisement advertisement If Web1 was about “read” and Web2 was about “read and write,” then Web3 is about “read, write, and own,” says Farfetch Founder and CEO José Neves. On this week’s Most Innovative Companies podcast, Neves explains what Web3 is and what it’s capable of through the lens of fashion and culture, drawing from his experience founding and growing Farfetch, the online luxury fashion retail platform. Fashion, Neves says, is a deeply human endeavor and a core part of who we are as individuals. Fashion allows us to apply different “masks” based on how we feel, who we want to be, or what we want to portray on any given day. “It’s your second persona that is with you every single day and therefore technology should be at the service of that, not replacing that,” he says. “[At Farfetch] we always think of technology as enhancing the human interaction between curators, creators, and levels of fashion, as opposed to replacing that human … [Read more...] about How Farfetch is predicting the future of fashion in Web3

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Famous Churchill Downs racetrack - you have to see it in person to appreciate it. I’ll Have Another, as in I’ll Have Another Kentucky Derby, hopefully as soon as next year. I just returned from Louisville, Churchill Downs, and “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports,” and I can sum my experience up in one word: Awesome. I’ve been to a lot of major sporting events, including the Super Bowl, and the argument could be made that the Kentucky Derby is the best of all, mainly because it is about so much more than the race itself. Go to the World Series or NBA Finals and you get 3 hours of entertainment. Much of the fun surrounding the Super Bowl is in the form of invitation-only parties and VIP events, not the game. But the Kentucky Derby is the complete package, morning to night fun - for two full days - at a minimum. You don’t have to know anything about horse racing to love the Derby, with all its pomp and … [Read more...] about The Kentucky Derby: Great Fun And A Must-Do For Your Bucket List

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Established in 1912 by Margaret Anderson, the ultra-luxurious Beverly Hills Hotel has become an infamous establishment synonymous with style, glamour and elegance. It’s no surprise then, that it has hosted everyone from A-listers to the fashion glitterati and royalty alike, and this year, the beloved L.A. landmark celebrates its 110th anniversary. At the helm is General Manager, John Scanlon, and he shares ten things to know about this world-famous, celebrity-adored hotel. Female founder: The Beverly Hills Hotel was opened by Margaret Anderson in 1912, two years before the city of Beverly Hills was established. Margaret owned and operated the hotel for many years, and her motto was “Guests are entitled to the best of everything regardless of cost!” The hotel has recently introduced a variety of activations to celebrate its 110th anniversary. Iconic architecture: Paul Revere Williams, one of the world’s … [Read more...] about 10 Things To Know About The Beverly Hills Hotel

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Nancy is arguably one of the most architecturally-stunning spots in all of France with golden-hued buildings dripping Neo-classical and Baroque grandeur around every cobblestoned corner. And the epitome of this stunning period is Hotel d’Haussonville , a former 16th-century noble residence turned seven-room B&B that brims historical elegance—inside and out. Here’s why this French hideaway belongs on every design lover’s bucket list. Landmark of luxury! The moment you step through the gorgeous gated courtyard—replete with a romantic ancient fountain and centuries-old statues—this magnificent stone structure oozes Art Nouveau charm. The Grand Salon wows with original parquet floors, gilded oil paintings, ornate crown molding, and achingly-beautiful architectural details. It’s the perfect spot to savor the scrumptious French breakfast and romantic courtyard views. Design in every detail. You couldn’t … [Read more...] about Hotel D’Haussonville: A Design-Lover’s Dream Escape In Nancy, France

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Exclusive tours of the paddock area to see the horses saddled and the jockies getting ready are a ... [+] very up close and personal experience you can enjoy when doing the Derby in style. With one of the strongest fields and most exciting finishes in Kentucky Derby history, the 138th “Run For the Roses,” set an all time attendance record at Louisville’s Churchill Downs, with over 165,000 there in person to see I’ll Have Another take the crown. As I noted yesterday, the crowd was a mix of veterans who come every year and wouldn’t miss the race for anything and first timers – most of whom now join the ranks of the regulars and will return, having been converted by what is arguably the best sporting event to attend live in this country. The Kentucky Derby, coupled with the Kentucky Oaks held the day before, is two full days of fun, excitement, history in the making, tradition, fancy dress, hats, drinks, food … [Read more...] about Start Planning For 2013 Kentucky Derby Now

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Sports fans are in luck right now, as we are about see a convergence of huge events, many of them held only once every two to four years, along with some entirely new but very high-profile options. Here are some of the biggies and how you can go see them. World Cup 2022 Next up is the world’s No. 1 sports spectacle, the men’s soccer World Cup, a quadrennial tournament like the Summer or Winter Olympic Games. Soccer is the most popular spectator sport in the world, and if you don't go this fall, you won't be able to see it again until 2026. Every World Cup is rare in the sense of the four-year cycle, but this one is even more notable because of a couple of firsts, including the fall dates, so it does not conflict with the busy summer family vacation travel season, and the Middle East location (not without some controversy, a ccording to the New York Times ). As a result, 1.3 million visitors are expected to visit Qatar … [Read more...] about Sports Travel—How To Attend The Biggest Sports Events In The World

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Signet Jewelers, one of the world's largest fine jewelry retailers, said Tuesday that it has signed an agreement to acquire online fine jewelry retailer, Blue Nile, Inc., for $360 million in an all-cash transaction. Signet, in a statement, says Blue Nile delivered revenue of more than $500 million in calendar year 2021. Signet Jewelers , based in Akron, Ohio, currently owns the jewelry brands, Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Diamonds Direct, JamesAllen.com, in the U.S.; Peoples, H. Samuel, Ernest Jones in the U.K.; and the jewelry subscription service, Rocksbox Calling it a “strategic acquisition,” Signet in its statement says that adding Blue Nile to its portfolio “accelerates Signet's efforts to expand its bridal offerings and grow its ‘Accessible Luxury’ portfolio while extending its digital leadership in the jewelry category.” The company adds that Blue Nile’s customer base is younger, more … [Read more...] about Signet Jewelers To Acquire Blue Nile For $360 Million In Cash

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin If there’s one accessory to pack for your summer travels, make it a watch. Both stylish and functional, a watch ensures you arrive on time and in style. Do you need to bring different timepieces for all your activities? Not according to Eugene Tutunikov, CEO of SwissWatchExpo , an Atlanta-based luxury watch retailer. “All you need is one watch that will suit a variety of situations,” he says. Whether your summer jaunt features the sun, the sea or the slopes, these watches will add a dose of chic to your ensemble so you can maximize your vacation time. Destination: Amalfi Coast Wear this watch: “Along with their seamless Italian craftsmanship, Panerai watches are best known for their nautical nature — they’re the perfect accessories for sunshine and sailing,” Tutunikov says. “The Panerai Radiomir comes in the brand’s signature cushion silhouette but with a slimmer profile that gives it a dressier feel. A … [Read more...] about 7 Watches For Your Summer Adventures

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin It hides in plain sight in a Seattle neighborhood. A building that would not attract even a hint of curiosity. Inside it’s a bit of a different story as this seemingly bare-bones structure serves as the fulfillment center for Blue Nile , the world’s largest Internet retailer of diamond jewelry. It’s easy to view Blue Nile solely as an early eCommerce success story but perhaps its greatest feat is the ability to produce and ship jewels in a highly efficient manner  based on the individual requirements of an online order. This efficiency is one of the ways it earns the trusts of customers making a highly emotional purchase. The nondescript nature of the facility is due to security concerns. The merchandise is highly valuable, consisting of diamonds, colored gems and precious metals. Inside, multiple doors are used to enter and leave certain areas for security purposes. Workers were not identified in the story for the same … [Read more...] about How Blue Nile Delivered A Million Pieces Of Bridal Jewelry

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin One of the ways that the Biden Administration and the Democratic Congress has tried to deflect the opprobrium for the inflation spike of the last year or so has been to blame the middlemen—those entities that facilitate transactions between buyers and sellers—for contributing to high prices without providing anything of value for what it receives. In the last few months it has investigated the prescription drug market , online platforms operated by big tech companies, oil and gas producers , and food delivery apps , to name but a few. Last week Senator Durbin signaled he is considering adding only Mastercard and Visa to this list by introducing legislation that would mandate that credit cards be enabled with at least two unaffiliated networks, which would require the replacement of every credit card currently in circulation with a new, more expensive card for consumers. The legislation mirrors the so-called … [Read more...] about A Durbin Amendment For Credit Cards Will Reduce Their Ubiquity And Do Nothing To Reduce Inflation