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Technogel "Contour" pillow

Posted June 17, 2011

Price: Php9,500

Contour is designed to support and is recommended for those suffering from neck, back, or shoulder pain. Suggested for those who sleep primarily on their or on their sides. Available at all Uratex branches.

Artedona "Che Cuba" humidors

Posted June 17, 2011

Price: US$7,955

The "Che Cuba" humidors from Elie Bleu are treasure boxes made of precious wood. There are only 256 copies of this humidor for 110 cigars. Only 100 copies were made of the larger version with space for 250 cigars. "Che Cuba" is made of sycamore wood and lined with cedar wood. Each of these exclusive masterpieces of French cabinet-making provides a secure and attractive home for high-quality cigars. Available at www.artedona.com.

Bertolucci "Gioco" ladies watch

Posted June 17, 2011

Price: US$221,000

Bertolucci "Gioco" ladies watch in 18k white gold case paved with 112 white and black baguette-diamonds Top Wesselton (IF-VVS) 11.90ct in invisible setting, black lizard leather strap on white gold pin buckle set with 12 white baguette-diamonds Top Wesselton (IF-VVS) 0.95ct in invisible setting with one additional white lizard strap, paved dial with 36 white baguette-diamonds. Available at www.bertolucci-watches.com.

Tod's "My Colors" bracelet

Posted June 17, 2011

Price: Php10,500

Tod's new "My Colors" braided leather bracelets have been fashioned in all the national teams' colors for World Cup. They're meant to foster team spirit and togetherness. Available at Tod's, Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center, Makati City,

Project JukeBox turntable and HiFi center with remote control amplifier

Posted June 17, 2011

Price: Php55,000

HiFi Centre with remote controllable amplifier and manual turntable with fitted cartridge Ortofon OM 5E. Available at Acoustic Diemensions, 3/F Rockwell, Power Plant Mall, Makati City.

Prada "Eva" charm earrings

Posted June 17, 2011

Price: Php11,450

Dangling cupid-like "Eva" charm silver plated earrings. Available at Prada, Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center, Makati City.

Broil King "Signet 20" gas grill

Posted June 17, 2011

Price: Php90,600

Broil King Signet 20 gas grill in stainless steel dual-tube burner system with heavy duty cast iron cooking grids, stainless steel Flav-R-wave cooking system, Sure-lite electronic ignition system, and perma-mold drop down side shelves. Available at Hafele Showroom and Design Center, 3/F Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati City.

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04 SENSES
This month’s pick
of desirable eclectibles.

12 CRÉME DELA CRÉME
Beauty with substance.

14 CULT STATUS
German sartorial precision.

16 MONEY TALK
Wealth management for polygamists.

20 TECHSTOCKS
Where there's a need, there's a gadget.

21 ACCOUTREMENTS
Buy it, wear it, flaunt it.

22 COVER STORY
The Final New Year's Eve.

31 FEATURE
Ring in the new year with sonneries.

36 DESTINATIONS
Beauty on the rocks.

38 FEATURE
Prosperity forecast.

42 GIFFEN GOODS
Money well spent.

44 FAVORITE THINGS
Rajo: Drawn to design.

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