Exotic Excess

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Take a puffy winter coat, but make it high fashion footwear. Christian Louboutin’s “Astro” puffy winter booties ($1,095) are the chicest way to keep warm this winter. The 5.3-inch stiletto heel keeps the bootie looking feminine and sexy. The drawstring closure allows you to adjust the boot to your liking. Made in Italy.

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Here’s some cute Halloween decor for your mantel or table. Make it all about Halloween’s special day on the calendar, October 31, or even unlucky number 13. Either way, it’s easy to work the 31 Block Numbers ($79) into your seasonal display. Each individual number is crafted from durable polyresin and playfully painted, so you [...]

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The CDC recommends that people wear face coverings or cloth masks if they have to go out in public. As a result, high end fashion houses have started selling cloth masks. Burberry announced it will be releasing face masks made from excess fabric that would sell for about $120. Each mask will also come with [...]

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This palladian style villa ($14,500,000) sits on approximately 3.7 gated acres, has a 3 bedroom guest house, entertaining pavilion, pool, and stables with quarters. This Houston, Texas home was custom-designed and completed in 2017. Palatial entry with custom ironwork opens to banquet-sized dining room and library. State-of-the-art kitchen is adjacent to service kitchen. Primary bedroom [...]

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Are we in month four or five of the pandemic? Honestly, time is a blur and we’ve lost count. Since there isn’t much else to do than sit by the pool, you’re going to want to up your pool look. (The pool is probably the only place you are going to have a “look” for [...]

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You’re going to want to have this little scarf in your life immediately. The LV Crafty Bi Color BB bandeau ($185) reworks Louis Vuitton’s iconic Monogram pattern on a large scale for a modern yet timeless aesthetic. This chic piece is given a graphic twist with its oversize motifs in contrast shades. The border features [...]

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If you love all things bourbon, then we highly recommend that you check out KYBWS.com. Kentucky Brown Water Society is your source for bourbon news, reviews and history. The site is owned and run by a gentleman who lives in the Bluegrass state and loves drinking bourbon. Whether you want to know the story behind [...]

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Swan Landing, ($45,000,000) a custom build by award-winning architecture firm, Shope Reno Wharton Associates, was created to exemplify luxury living at the highest caliber. Featured in Architectural Digest and House & Garden, at 23,000 +/- sq. ft. and situated on 5.3 pristine acres of land; this unparalleled estate embodies the essence of strategic architecture and [...]

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Covered Bridge Farm is a captivating estate ($6,700,000) located in the heart of the Bluegrass. This property is currently being loved as an elegant equestrian facility, but consider the possibilities: a guest ranch, vineyard, private residence and compound, the potential is endless! The manicured grounds and meticulously maintained structures include: 111 acres on 3 parcels [...]

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We’ll all be spending more time at home this summer, so why not make your outdoor space extra beautiful and enjoyable. Adding a gorgeous outdoor accent table ($265) is an easy to elevate an outside sitting area. Versatile accent tables go wherever they’re needed. Group them in multiples or scatter them individually, depending on the [...]

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You know you have a really special shoe when it’s more than just footwear. Case in point, Jimmy Choo’s cactus-colored suede BAIA mules ($995) are characterized by draping hand-stitched crystals at the block heel that epitomize evening glamour. They’re crafted in Italy with a comfortable wide arch strap and chic open square toe. Slip them [...]

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With limited-quantity editions, this Jonathan Adler Botanist Specimen Vase ($395) elevates your everyday look at leaf and wing. Glossy high-fired porcelain wrapped in shimmering gold silhouettes, this vase is the perfect rich hippie must-have — a natural attraction with or without flowers. Jonathan Adler creates modern luxury decor pieces that you will treasure in your [...]

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Enjoy the breathtaking views from this extraordinary luxury modern farmhouse ($3,890,000) on 20+ acres in Franklin, Tennessee. The beautiful gourmet kitchen has an oversized eat-in serving area. The home has reclaimed wood and extraordinary architectural elements throughout. The heated floors in the spa-like master bath (with private courtyard!) will comfort and relax you everyday. The [...]

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Spring has sprung and it’s time for sandal season. Slip your tootsies into this chic Prada denim espadrille slide sandal ($570). Prada was founded in 1913 in Milan by Mario Prada and was originally known as Prada Brothers. In 1978, Mario’s granddaughter Miuccia Prada led the company’s expansion into distinctive clothing that quickly became a [...]

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This lovely dress by Lela Rose ($1,690) features a retro vibe combined with modern sensibilities. Featuring lovely florals embroidered on a delicate tulle, this exquisite midi dress offers a refined take on a girlish motif. It has featherweight flutter sleeves and a wide-set band above the natural waist to add a softly flared shape to [...]

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Sneakers are very trendy right now. They are being worn with everything from casual looks to suits. The B23 low-top sneakers ($990) with “newspaper” print are a stylish interpretation of a classic sneaker shape, designed in collaboration with Daniel Arsham. Crafted in canvas with the iconic “newspaper” print, the low-tops feature an innovative clear mesh [...]

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Whether you are a bourbon aficionado or are a newbie to the bourbon world, chances are you have heard of the Weller bourbons. Made at Buffalo Trace Distillery, the Weller bourbon line consists of: W.L. Weller Special Reserve, Old Weller Antique, W.L. Weller 12 Year, W.L. Weller C.Y.P.B., Weller Full Proof, and William Larue Weller. [...]