Which car can bring the whole luxury standard up and then exceed it?

The New Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible.

Bentley’s legendary stride in the luxury car market has not only raised the bar, it has surpassed it, became bored, and started it’s own city.

The Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible is now the fastest 4-seater convertible in the world, with a top speed of 325 km/h.

What does it need to bring that car to such amazing speed?

The muscular twin-turbocharged, 6.0 litre W-12 engine, capable of 616 bhp. It’s fanatic, yet it’s what you secretly  want in a car.

The W12 engine’s efficiency has been improved by 15% when it comes to driving range, fuel economy and emissions, and has made it’s debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this month.

What’s amazing about Bentley is their drive to create …

Price: From $296,000 MSRP

Have you ever been walking along the street and noticed something that you can’t take your eyes away from? Just the loud sound of bright colours, shiny and edgy styles that make you forget about your daily life, just for a second.

That car might have been the new 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish.

The 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish has made it to Canada, released at Vancouver’s Luxury & Supercar Weekend where it got a lot of attention at the Van Dusen Botanical Gardens.

“As Aston Martin’s new flagship, the Vanquish continues the brand’s enviable tradition of producing the world’s most exhilarating sports cars,” said Julian Jenkins, Vice President, Aston Martin The Americas.

He added: “Along with our dealer partners, we look forward to welcoming current owners, new customers and automotive enthusiasts to share in our exclusive preview events across Canada.”

The Vanquish sports …

The Tiffany Blue Box, something that awaits surprise and anticipation, something so iconic that it can be recognized from a mile away. So how do you celebrate an iconic jewellery box and world class jewellery company’s 175th birthday?

Well to commemorate Tiffany & Co.’s lustrous 175 year career, after becoming a household name in jewellery business, Tiffany & Co. celebrates their amazing milestone with the unveiling of RUBEDO™ metal, a new jeweller’s metal. RUBEDO™ metal is the first such creation in Tiffany’s history and takes its place among the most beautiful metals in the world RUBEDO.

Metallurgists experimented with different alloys over a long testing period until they achieved the desired colour, radiant with the glow of “first light” that awakens a sense of wonder and ennobles the spirit. In addition, this unique alloy is lightweight yet strong, polishes to a smooth luster and …

Price: $110, 565 – $132,065

The award-winning 2012 Fisker Karma has been turning heads in Europe as one of the most stylish hybrid cars on the market today along with the recent openings of their four Canadian dealerships. More and more people are starting to notice them around town and it’s time to answer that question on most curious Canadians’ minds: ‘what is that car?‘

It’s the Fisker Karma.

This modern luxury hybrid provides the best of both worlds in terms of both power and efficiency. It’s powered by a 403-hp engine paired with dual-electric motors that produce 959 ft-lb or torque. With their EVer (Electric Vehicle extended range) engine, the Fisker Karma is capable of an range of 483 km, which is almost equivalent to going from Toronto to Ottawa in just one trip. Let’s not forget about the fact that it also goes 0 – 100 …

The River Condos

Location: 135 26 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta

Price: $870,000 to $8,990,000

The River Condos, built by 26th Avenue River Investments Inc., is a record-breaking luxury development like no other in Calgary, Alberta. The 15-storey, 38 unit development is home to beautifully designed condominiums and townhouses.

So what makes this property especially different in the Calgary area?

For one, the 5,260 square foot unit sold for to $8.3 million, breaking the city’s highest real estate condo sales record. Shortly after the $8.3 million unit sold, the 5,262 square foot penthouse sold for $8.99 million, breaking its own record and lending even more so to the development’s colossal status. With two record-breaking property sales, The River has surely raised the bar for all real estate developments in Calgary.

The River itself is worth more than $130 million with an estimated completion date for winter or spring …

With Mother’s Day fast approaching there’s a lot of pressure to find the perfect gift. Luckily, Tiffany & Co. has a selection of jewellery and accessories to honour Mother’s day in a very elegant way.

Offering a wide variety of elegant pieces, Tiffany and Co. has a selection that will fit any and all of her unique and fashionable styles.

Tiffany Celebration® Rings

Tiffany Celebration® rings are a beautiful way to celebrate life’s most special occasions, so why not show Mom what she means to you with some extravagance. Show how much you care with a ring of round brilliant, square, pavé or baguette diamonds, with colourful pink or blue sapphires in platinum.

These stones are set in either a cobblestone or a floral pattern, which can be adapted to narrow or wide rings. The detail is immaculate and the sparkling pieces are sure …

Barrington Griffiths Men’s Modern Classic Watch

Price: $665

Barrington Griffiths Men’s Modern Classic Watch is a stylish mechanical (windup) watch, that is definitely going to get noticed if it’s on your wrist.

The movement within the watch is made from recycled Swiss watch movements, so it’s as smooth as a Swiss pocket watch. The strong colours make the watch stand out, but the stainless steel water resistant casing and domed crystal make it rigid and functional.

Barrington Griffiths is a Canadian company founded in 2010, and they manufacture the Modern Classic watches in Calgary Alberta.

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Visit the Barrington Griffiths Online Store to buy the Modern Classic.

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