Giorgio Armani Receives French 'Legion of Honor'

Giorgio Armani & French President Nicolas Sarkozy

Infamous Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has received the prestigious French award, the Legion of Honor by French President Nicolas Sarkozy.
“It’s an immense honor for me, and one that reflects very well on all the great people we have at Giorgio Armani,” the designer said of the honor.
Many of Armani’s famous friends attended the ceremony including British actress Helen Mirren, Nathalie Rykiel, Lady Helen Taylor, Eugenia Silva and Carla and Silvia Fendi. The ceremony was held at the winter garden of the Elysee Palace in Paris. Singer Tina Turner serenaded all attendees with an impromptu version of her hit song, “Simply the Best.” (Reported by Godfrey Deeny)

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Sun Glasses

Have you ever had one of those mornings when you felt like just getting back in bed and trying it all over tomorrow? I knew something was missing this morning and I kept wondering to myself what it was. Then after I squinted at the bright sunlight, BAM! I forgot my sunglasses. Now this alone made me want to rewind my whole day. But lucky for me, I had an extra pair in the glove box and my day was saved! Let that be a lesson to ya. Always keep an extra pair in the glove box. (Honestly, it wasn't just the glasses, I really wasn't feeling this day until I found the second pair of sunglasses!) Anyway, check out these frames that are hopefully more memorable to you!!!





Gucci
Oversized Shield Sunglasses with Logo Detail
Metal logos at the temples and wide resin arms style oversized shield sunglasses









Tom Ford
'Charles' Aviator Sunglasses
Sleek metal frames style classic aviator sunglasses












Parenthesis
Temple Aviators

Gray or brown gradient lenses. Black arms. Parenthesis crystal detail on temples. 100% UV protection. Made in Italy






Giorgio Armani
Gemstone Sunglasses

Exclusively Neiman Marcus. Black plastic oversized frames with tonal lenses. Tapered arms; obsidian gemstone temples. 100% UVA/UVB protection





Ed Hardy
'Three Old School Roses' Rimless Oval Sunglasses
Crystal-studded












All glasses available at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and their respective designer's sites.



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Think You Can Impress Giorgio?

Jealous much? Well you might be soon. Signore Armani is looking for the next Mondino to design, create and execute a television ad campaign for the Emporio Fragrances line. He wants would-be directors with massive creative skill that are fresh faces to apply.

The search amounts from Emporio Fragrances ten year anniversary. He would like to invite directors in the US, UK, Italy, France and Germany to enter the contest. A total of ten finalist will be chosen to go before the legendary Armani, who will also choose the winner. Mind you, he is no sleeper in the cinema world {Armani supports Scorsese's World Cinema Foundation as well}.

I advise everyone to take a look at the site, even if you decide not to enter the contest. I'm quite sure you will see some enthusiastic and budding talent on the horizon, maybe even the next Spielberg. You can view more information at www.emporioarmaniparfums.com/contest. Once at the site, users will be able to vote for their favorite clips which will be taken into account when it's time for judging.

Secret Undiscovered

I finally know where I want to die and be buried (well, not really). But I am thinking about revamping my upcoming vacation and instead of hitting the beaches I might opt for oriental. Well not full-blown, just in Tokyo at the Armani Ginza Spa. Which encompasses entire fifth floor of the eleven-floor Goirgio Armani Tower in the world-famous Ginza District on Tokyo's premier Showa-Dori Avenue (the city's equivalent of NYC's Fifth Ave or L.A.'s Rodeo Dr.) and it offers the perfect escape for those trying to leave behind the stress of urban dwelling and success. The spa compliments itself with gold and beige interior and incorporates Zen elements to complete the visual relaxation. Upon reviewing the spa's menu, you will see numerous options involving obsidian (volcanic rock said to have regenerative properties) that has been imported from the islands of Italy and crushed into powder. If you would like to go for the full services of this uber luxurious spa try the Armani Ceremony. You start off with a cup of green tea to soothe and help you relax. After that, your feet are soaked in obsidian that is hot and liquefied all while your assigned shiatsu master and therapist pinpoint where you have the most stress and tension. Finally, you're guided to the treatment area for three hours massages, exfoliation and re hydration to release that last bit of residual tension that still might be in your body. Only issue with this is that you can't bring everyone home with you. Nor can you bring the scenery or great shopping. For those people that don't want to indulge in the full ceremony can opt just for a simple massage and maybe go to dinner on the tenth floor of the building, maybe to floors one thru four to do some ultra chic shopping. Each floor specializes in a particular department of Armani.

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