The One Million Dollar Vacation

So how much do you think you have to be worth to comfortably spend $1 million on a week vacation? $100 million? $1 billion? Well, it's a much larger number than we currently have at G Luxe (although Crew Member Tandori is starting to make it look within visual range). If you're one of the lucky few who can blow a cool million on seven days of R & R, check out the Emirates Palace Million Dollar Package. For the price of a track home in San Diego (well, at least a couple of years ago), you'll get the following:

- First class on Etihad Airlines
- Seven night stay in the Palace Suite
- Chauffer driven Maybach
- Daily spa treatment
- Day trip in a private jet to Iran to create your own Persian carpet
- Day trip in a private jet to the Dead Sea Jordan
- Day trip in a private jet to Bahrain
- Golf at Abu Dhabi Golf Club
- Make your own perfume with experts from YAS Perfume
- Deep sea fishing trip
- Various other goodies

Sounds pretty sweet, but a million bucks? We're not completely sold. Perhaps the kind folks at Emirates Palace should fly us out there for a first-hand tour so we can provide a complete review.

via gunpowder-magazine.com

Thank Goodness for Cows

I always say that the anticipation of a great steak dinner is much sweeter than that of sex. Perhaps I haven't had great sex. Or more likely, its that I insist on only the best steaks at the finest steak restaurants. One of the great things about living in America is that there is no shortage of great chop houses. From popular chains such as Ruth's Chris and Fleming's, to local favorites like Hy's Steak House located in Oahu (which by the that bastard Tandori just ate at a couple nights ago), we might as well have an amendment to the Bill of Rights guaranteeing our unalienable right to a great cut of meat.

Esquire.com recently came out with their list of Best Steaks in America, and while the focus of the list is on specific cuts of steak, I'm still pleased to see some of my favorite steak houses on the list. If you're a prime rib fan, you need to make your way to Lawry's the Prime Rib, especially the one on La Cienega in Beverly Hills. While Esquire thought highly of their English Cut, we prefer the more manly Diamond Jim Brady cut. Gawd, my mouth is watering. Peter Lugar and Smith and Wollensky are personal favorites as well.

Go to esquire.com to see the complete list.

Cartier in Beijing

If you need further proof that the Chinese are capitalists at heart and love all things bling, consider that Cartier has recently opened three new boutique stores in Beijing. Located in the commercial district, Wangfujing's Lotte Yintai Department Store, and the Olympic commercial zone, all three stores embody Cartier's neo-classical Bronze Concept (we're not sure what that means) and will carry the latest from Cartier's 2008 collection. We think the Chinese government should buy a Cartier watch for each of the lovely ceremony girls for the wonderful job they did during the Olympics.

via watchtribune.com

50 Feet of Frag

Back in college, my buddies and I use to crowd around my 19-inch television and play Goldeneye on my Nintendo till the wee hours of the morning. It's truly a miracle that we all aren't blind today. Well now, Goldeneye has given way to Call of Duty 4 and we've shelved our old-school Nintendo for an Xbox 360, and as a bunch of 30-somethings we still spend a good chunk of the evenings/early mornings fragging each other online.

While shooting my boys Bukknasty, XxDOLOxX, and SEE30 in the arse on my 50-inch flat screen feels mighty good, I can only imagine how much better it would be on a 50-foot screen. Well Cineplex Entertainment, a Canadian movie theater operator, has recently started to rent out its theaters during downtime to gamers who want to plug in their Xboxes to the big screen. Cineplex theaters across Canada will be offering 2-hour sessions for $179 plus tax where up to 12 players will be able to get their frag on. The only problem is that most of the available time slots will be early in the morning, and we don't figure gamers who would drop almost two bills to play in a movie theater are exactly morning people.

Read more at cbc.ca.

Who's That Girl?

Well if you're asking about that stunner in the should-have-been award winning bull-riding commercial by Jack in the Box, the answer is Cameron Richardson. Her resume also includes a Maxim pictorial, and spots in Oscar contenders Supercross and Alvin and the Chipmunks.

We hope to see more of her in the future.

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Say it ain't so Diddy

At G Luxe, we try to keep up the good fight. Recession or no recession, we hold to the belief that a life of luxury is one worth pursuing, that we all get one shot at this thing called life and that the brief recess that our maker has given us should be filled with comfort, joy and pleasure.

But we have to be honest, it gets harder and harder to fight this battle when we hear things like P Diddy resorting to flying coach on American. Yes, that Diddy. The clothing and entertainment mogul behind Bad Boy Records and Sean John recently proclaimed on his video blog that:

"Gas prices are too motherf*cking high," he says. "I've been flying back and forth to LA pursuing my acting career. If I fly back and forth twice a month, that's like $250,000 round trip. I'm back on American Airlines now... And I'm in coach!"

Coach. On American. Fuck you Diddy, are you motherfucking kidding me??? I don't care if you have to release another a house remix of B.I.G.'s Ready to Die or start selling Sean John branded turbans, thou shall not fly coach. On American!!!

Let's all help Diddy get back to flying private jets by buying his latest CD.

via vogue.co.uk

Bremont EP120, a Hero's Watch

How many timepieces out there can claim to be made from a plane that helped save the free world? We figure not many. That's why the new limited-edition EP120 watch from Bremont is worth every dollar of its $12,600 retail price since it is made from aluminum and dials reclaimed from a real 1942 Spitfire MK V that shot down six German planes on a single day in WWII. In addition to being of historical significance, this is also a good-looking watch. While celeb fans of Bremont such as Orlando Bloom and Ewan McGregor are rumored to have already received their watches, the rest of us can buy our very own in September.

via men.style.com

Ferragamo Aviators

Salvatore Ferragamo is the embodiment of Italian luxury. One of my first high-end purchase after graduating from college was a pair of Ferragamo shoes, and let me tell you, I felt like a million bucks even though I was worth more than a million less. In addition to shoes and accessories, Ferragamo also has a line of sunglasses for both men and women. We like these pair of aviators that come in havana shaded brown. Purchase your own at forzieri.com for $269.

Porsche...Yes I Can

So want to know what a Porsche 911 would look like sitting on your driveway? Well now you can find out at porsche.com, and you won't have to spend six figures to do so. Those crafty little buggers from Stuttgart have developed an application that lets you upload a picture of your humble abode, and then place either a Boxster, Caymen, 911, or Cayenne right in the driveway. Follow-on applications where you can add a gorgeous, tall brunette is rumored to be under development.

Note to Chevrolet: no need to build a similar application since that Malibu is going to look like crap regardless of the driveway it's in.

via autoblog.com

Bond Wears Ford, Tom Ford

This past weekend, Crew Member Tandori decided to stop by San Diego from Japan on his way to Hawaii for some R&R (is it possible to to take a vacation, from taking a vacation?). In between feasting on dim sum, great Italian food, and whole Dungeness crab, we spent a lot of time discussing important topics of the day, such as: who our next President will be, are those Chinese gymnast really 16 years old, and what suit is Bond wearing in Quantum of Solace?

We really have no clue on the first two questions, but after a little research, we found out that Her Majesty's stylish assassin will be sporting suits by Tom Ford, replacing the Brioni digs he's been sporting in the past five Bond movies. In a recent LA Times interview, Tom Ford explains why his suits, which have an English bespoke feel are a good fit for Bond:

"It's a terrific representation for us," said Ford, against the backdrop of the polished Macassar wood walls of his made-to-measure suiting salon. "A lot of people think if you wear conservative clothing your life is dull and uninteresting. But James Bond is this character who is sophisticated yet he sleeps with three girls at once and [has a car] with parachutes coming out of it. His life is very interesting, so I thought it was a good fit."

If you're interested in going for the Bond look yourself, you can purchase a Tom Ford suit (they go between $3800 to $5000 a piece) at one of his boutique shops. Go to tomford.com to find the nearest one near you.

Haven't seen the trailer for Quantum of Solace? Here you go:

The Lodge at Torrey Pines

We love our home state of California. What is there not to love: beautiful women, amazing weather, great food. If we had one complaint, it would be the fascist smoking laws we've passed that has made it illegal in some cities to even light up outdoors. Many of our favorite cigar joints have either gone out of business or have actually been banned from allowing their patrons from smoking in their facilities. That's like banning your average fat bastard from scarfing down a Big Mac at a McDonald's. Fuck the health Nazis.

That's why we're thrilled anytime we find a cigar-friendly joint, especially at a luxury resort like The Lodge at Torrey Pines. Located just a short walk from the stunning Torrey Pines golf course in La Jolla (San Diego), The Lodge is a five-diamond, Craftsman-style resort boasting 170 spacious rooms and suites along with a 9,500 square foot spa and two restaurants, including A.R. Valentien (yes, that's the correct spelling) which is the hotel's signature restaurant.

A couple nights ago, we had a closing dinner at A.R. Valentien to celebrate a merger we completed earlier this year. I was initially disappointed at the restaurant selection because I pictured a stodgy place with a bunch of old pretentious types. And it was. However, the food was delicious. I ordered the pork loin with pork belly and while most places tend to over-cook the pork to death, mine was perfectly juicy. The scrumptious slab of pork belly (think thick bacon) had the perfect amount of fat and crunch. Dinner ended up being a multi-course event with a perfectly balanced prosciutto and melon appetizer to start things off and little goodies, including a fennel-laced sorbet, interlaced throughout the dinner. They had a good wine selection at reasonable prices (considering the venue).

However, the best part of the restaurant is the outdoor patio situated just above the pool. As we walked through the bar towards the patio, we noticed a waft of tobacco smoke that only comes from a fine cigar. Could it be? Cigar smoking in a California resort? The answer my friends, is yes. Located on the patio alongside the dinner tables were a number of outdoor couches and chairs occupied by content patrons enjoying their after-dinner drinks and cigars. This was heaven I tell you.

Not expecting a cigar-friendly environment, I didn't bring my cigars to dinner. But no worries, the restaurant had a selection of cigars for sale including a Partagas S Perfecto which I decided was going to be my smoke for the night. Our friendly waitress expertly cut my cigar and I spent the rest of the evening enjoying a wonderful smoke and a glass of Fonseca Tawney with my friends. This is how you should spend every glorious summer evening in Southern California.

So next time you're in San Diego, make sure to swing by The Lodge. You can book your stay at lodgetorreypines.com.

Makes and Models

If you love cars and you love models, then you'll love Makes and Models Magazine, a monthly rag dedicated to "The Finer Things in Life", which among other things include exotic cars and beautiful models. You can either pay $10 for an annual subscription or get a virtual copy for free at makesandmodels.com.

Elle Says: White Linen Shirts are Sexy

Gentlemen....

Women like me, notice the classic, undeniably sexy, white linen shirt on you. It's your no fail, can't miss best weapon when you want to be relaxed, yet still impress. So take stock - with the end of summer sales in full swing, the time is now to pick up or replace the wls. Good place to start is the Barney's Warehouse Sale which runs through September 1. Colors work too, like this fresh blue version by Vilebrequin you can find at Sak's. Best thing of all -- everything the wls is paired with just compliments entirely, sort of like cachaca and well. . . enough said, it's really all you need.

Have $21 Million, Buy A Jet

At just a smidge over $20 million, the brand new Hawker 4000 by Hawker Beechcraft is a freaking bargain when compared to its pricier competitors like the Gulfstream G200 ($2 million more) and Falcon DX ($7 million more). The company spent a billion dollars over the past 20 years developing the composite body which they claim is 70 percent stronger than aluminum and doesn't corrode. Like its larger brethren, the Hawker 4000 will come with a full compliment of modern avionics and has sufficient range to fly you from NYC to London.

While there is a two-and-a-half year waiting list if you want to purchase your very own, fractional-ownership companies like NETJETS have placed orders so you'll be able fly in one in the near future.

via money.cnn.com

Racy Ads

In our oh so humble opinion, there can't be too many racy ads. We love them. There's nothing like getting an unexpected erotic tickle as you peruse your favorite rag. Asylum.com has recently named named their top 20 raciest ads. We love this sexy spread for JBS underwear.

A Woman's Touch

Since we launched G Luxe earlier this year, much of our content has admittedly had a male bent to it. Starting today, we'll also include a female's perspective on all things luxurious and sexy with the addition of Elle as a guest contributor to G Luxe. So who is Elle? In her own words...

Elle transplanted to NYC after trying out Chicago for a few years. In spite of roots from the middle of the West, she has an adoration for the Seep South. College and grad school educated, career has led her to a technology executive position in the banking industry. You would never guess by looking at her, or hanging out with her -- long wavy hair, fascinated by ocean, adores live music, ballet/pilates devotee, oil painter, stylish with an eye for the comfortable elegant way of living. Most importantly, loves men, and adores women. Ultra-feminine and refined, yet gutsy enough to speak her mind and tell us what she thinks on any subject. Thus, our Lady Luxe guest debuts and will join us when we want a G Luxe kind of woman perspective, or when Elle has something to say.

Gentlemen, that's straight up sexy. Stay tuned for Elle's reviews.

James Perse Cruiser

It's my dream to one day spend my days at the beach, enjoying the sand and surf (and occasional beach bunny), while writing for G Luxe on my laptop. We believe that just because you decide to become a beach bum doesn't mean you have to give up on being sexy and luxurious. James Perse appears to feel the same way with the introduction of their limited edition Beach Cruiser.

Available in four colors, the Beach Cruiser is styled after the bike popularized in the fifties and sixties that is known for fat tires (to handle sand), wide-style handlebars and coaster brakes. But this time, the minimalistic gurus at James Perse have added their own twist by combining comfort with a sleek form. This is a sexy bike that's perfect for cruising on a Southern California beach on gorgeous summer day. Each Cruiser is custom-built and is available exclusively at James Perse boutiques.

Go to jamesperse.com to get more information.

100 Best Rolex Watch Ever

Every man needs goals, and one of mine from as long as I could remember was to buy myself a Rolex. A couple years ago, I purchased my first one, a brand new Explorer II. What a glorious day it was when I picked up my baby. I don't think I took it off my wrist for about a week. For a guy, buying a nice watch is more than just purchasing jewelry: it's a statement about what he has accomplished and provides a subtle notice (or sometimes not so subtle for those who are part of the blinged-out set) to the world that he is now a man that has begun to make a mark on the world. Of course, this theory goes out the window if you didn't buy your own damn watch.

If you're also a Rollie fan, check out 100 Superlative Rolex Watches by John Goldberger, a hardcover book that will be released in October that showcases 100 of the best Rolex watches ever made. You can pre-order your copy at amazon.com for $126.

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Top Gear YouTube Channel Launched

Truly, one of the most entertaining hour of television anywhere on the planet is BBC's Top Gear, a car show featuring the witty trio of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May, who provide viewers with hilarious British-humor banter along with car reviews and special challenges such as their attempt at crossing the English Channel in Car Boats.

In case you don't live across the Pond or subscribe to BBC America, you can still get your fill of the lovable threesome via Top Gear's recently launched YouTube channel. Trust us, it's much better than the low-quality porn you otherwise would find on YouTube.

via autoblog.com

Why We'll miss the Beijing Olympics

Just like every proud American, we were thrilled with Michael Phelps' superhuman performance in the Water Cube and relieved that the NBA All-Star team managed to recapture gold in Men's Basketball. But honestly, what kept us glued to our TV sets for the past 16 days, and wait makes us sad that the Beijing Olympics have come to a close, was the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the lovely ceremony girls. I mean, my goodness. If I was Michael Phelps, I would have been handing out my digits after every gold medal ceremony. Let's hope the English don't drop the ball in 2012.

A Record Worth Breaking

Chances are your fat ass won't be making any Olympic teams in the next four years (we're still holding out hope that we'll qualify for Team Handball). However, this Monday you'll have an opportunity to participate in a record-breaking athletic feat of sorts by joining hundreds of others at Scores Las Vegas where they will try to break the World's record for the most lap dances for a single song. Before you scoff at the idea, keep in mind that all proceeds from the dance will go towards charities dedicated to helping those who serve in the armed forces. Go to lvscores.com to reserve your seat on Monday.

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What Bond Should Wear

The Aston Martin DBS is hands down, one of the most beautiful cars produced EVER. If you need another reason to go buy/lease/steal this 510 horespower of pure sexiness, Aston Martin in conjunction with luxury watch manufacturer Jaeger LeCoultre recently introduced the AMVOX2 DBS Transponder, a watch that Bond himself would be proud to own.

The Transponder has a circuit built into the body of the watch that allows the owner to open and close his precious DBS simply by pressing between the 8 and 9 o'clock to open, and 3 and 4 o'clock to close. Only authorized Aston Martin dealerships will be able to activate the watch. To read more about this gorgeous timepiece, go to jaeger-lecoultre.com.

via autoblog.com

Be Like Bond, James Bond

What guy doesn't fantasize about being James Bond? Well now you can pretend to your heart's content while vacationing in the Maldives, with the James Bond package offered by the W Hotel & Spa Retreat - Maldives. As part of this package, you'll get:

- Private Speedboat hire (1 hour)
- SeaBob Lesson (An over & under water recreational vehicle)
- Kite Surfing Lessons
- Parasailing
- Night Snorkelling
- Two Martinis, “Shaken, not Stirred”

Now only if the package would come with Eva Green...

Rates start at $900 per night with a 5-night minimum. Go to starwoodhotels.com to book your stay.

via aluxurytravelblog.com

Dior Homme Cufflinks

Next time you have an important Board meeting, give those old bastards the middle finger with these cufflinks by Dior Homme. The inset acetate piece resembles your third digit and is set on silver metal-plated brass. You can purchase a set for $355 at eluxury.com.

via blackbookmag.com

Kings of Bling

Regardless of whether you're a hip-hop fan, you've got to give it to those blinged-out moguls: they're damn good businessmen. Forbes recently came out with their second annual list of 20 Cash Kings of Hip-Hop. This year, Fiddy aka Curtis Jackson received top honors by raking in over $150 million, primarily due to his nine-figure haul from the VitaminWater deal. Coming in #2 is Mr. Knowles himself, Jay-Z. While we thought his 10-year, $150 million deal withe Live Nation was pretty neat, we were more impressed by his decision to seal the deal with the lovely Beyonce. Someone who didn't make the list is Jay-Z's former partner at Roc-A-Fella Records, Damon Dash, who's home is reportedly in foreclosure. Poor Damon.

Check out the full list at forbes.com.

The Italian Connection

Vacationing like P Diddy is always a good thing. Yachts, pool parties, Cristal, beautiful women...it's tough to beat. However, sometimes its nice to take a break from all that bling and experience a different side of luxury.

Started in 1993 by Anita Iaconangelo and named as one of the 50 Tours of a Lifetime by National Geographic Traveler, Italian Connection offers a host of walking and cooking tours throughout Italy. Forget museums and shopping venues, instead, their experienced and passionate guides will lead you on a memorable journey through the back-country of Italy, where you'll get the opportunity to experience delicious regional cuisine either in local ristoranti and trattorie, or even in a private residence where you'll be treated to authentic Italian home cooking.

The tour groups are relatively small - typically 2 to 8 people - for a more intimate experience. They also offer Complimentary Smooth Arrival where upon arrival, a driver will whisk you to your hotel. Also for a limited time, they're including a complimentary hotel stay.

To book your Italian adventure, go to italian-connection.com.

Pimp Quote of the Day

A couple of years ago, the G Luxe Crew was vacationing at the Marriott Ihilani on the island of Oahu and had a hankering for one of our favorite meals: chicken wings over rice. So being at a luxury resort, we kindly asked the pool staff if they could wrangle us up this simple dish.

"Sorry, but we don't serve that dish here" informed the waitress.

"But you have chicken wings on the menu and we know you have rice somewhere in the hotel since we are in Hawaii", we replied in confusion.

"Yeah, but the rice is in the main kitchen and not at the pool facilities."

"Well then waddle your fat island ass over to the 'main kitchen' and get us our godamn chicken and rice!"

OK, we didn't say that last bit, but we sure were thinking it. After some attitude by the waitress, the chicken and rice finally arrived. We love America, but when it comes to service, this country has some lessons to learn from luxury providers in Asia and the Middle East. It is simply ridiculous that at a four star resort, we had to go through so much drama just to get what amounts to peasant food.

There is some hope though as evident by today's pimp quote of the day by Klaus Ortlieb, the man behind New York City's Cooper Square Hotel:

"I get very turned off when people say 'I can't do that'. What do you mean? I tell everyone at my hotels: Provide everything the guest wants except hookers and drugs"

- Klaus Ortlieb, NYC's Cooper Square Hotel (GQ Magazine, August 2008)

Amen Brother. Amen.

Charcoal Water Pitcher

I've never understood how charcoal can work as a filtration device, but apparently it does works. Check out this charcoal water pitcher that uses Iouseki stones and Binchotan charcoal to produce clean, mineral-rich water. And since we're all about aesthetics as much as function, this water pitcher is much sexier than your average Brita. You can purchase the pitcher at dwr.com for $85.

via acquiremag.com

Tonino Lamborghini Cigar Lighters & Cutter

If you can't afford the car (yet), why not just buy the accessories? That may not be such a bad thing if you happen to be talking about the Tonino Lamborghini lighters and cigar cutters. Check out the Forza lighter on the left: it has a carbon fiber front, rubber ignition button that replicates the start button on a Lambo, a red fuel-viewing window. These bad boys can be purchased at lightersdirect.com starting at $150.

via acquire.com

The Perfect Cup of Coffee

According to Crew Member Drewsky, he drinks his coffee black because, "That's how commandos drink their coffee". A couple years ago, we were at the Big Smoke cigar event in Las Vegas and I happened to be at the beverage station with our buddy Doug who served as a Navy SEAL for six years (i.e. he's a real commando). After he served himself a cup of coffee, he proceed to pour in some cream and added a couple spoons of sugar. When I asked him why a SEAL would take his coffee with cream and sugar, he replied, "because it taste good". Sorry Drewsky, you're no commando...ha ha!

So for those of you who don't have delusions of being a special forces soldier, here is my recipe for the perfect delicious cup of joe:

First, you need a French press. For some reason, coffee just tastes better made in this simplest of contraptions. Personally I use this 12 oz press by Bodum.

Next comes the coffee. Now, keep in mind that I really like my coffee strong so I use four heaping table spoons of coffee grinds for a single cup of coffee (yes, four you pussy). I also like my coffee with a hint of chocolate to it so I usually use Godiva ground coffee (regular coffee, not the flavored stuff) or Peet's Arabian Mocha-Java.

Pour in a cup of hot water (not boiling), stir briefly, then let it steep for exactly four minutes.

In a cup, add exactly one packet of sugar in the raw and mix in two table spoons of French vanilla creamer.

Once the coffee is done steeping, pour into the cup (no need to stir), light up your favorite cigar and enjoy.

Half Brazilian, Half Japanese, All Sugarcane

As someone who's had yellow fever for many years, I've always preferred Asian girls (not sure if technically I can have yellow fever since I'm also Asian). However, I've recently decided that way too many Asian girls are missing a certain je ne sais quoi. The best way to describe this missing element is by example. We recently had a beach party in South Mission Beach down here in San Diego. It was a gorgeous day and the water was perfect. Of the seven Asian girls at the party, not a single one went in the water. Hell, none of them even brought their swimsuit. Who doesn't bring a fucking swimsuit to the fucking beach in the middle of summer???

I've decided that my perfect girl will be half-Japanese and half-Brazilian. She'll have that exotic Asian beauty combined with a luscious, passionate Brazilian soul. Just take a few moments and picture her if you will. Yummy. I guarantee SHE would jump in the water.

On August 15, the Brazil meets Japan themed Sugarcane nightclub at the Palazzo Hotel in Las Vegas had their soft opening. Located next to the hotel's SushiSamba restaurant, the 4,000 square foot club features samba dancers, geishas, and custom-made simulated "sugarcanes" that come down from the ceiling that contain moving lights. The club also feature capoeira exhibitions (a Brazilian martial art), Japanese taiko drummers, and Brazilian soccer players who will juggle soccer balls. Sounds like a godamn circus to us. Regardless, the G Luxe Crew will probably check it out next time we're in Vegas. To see pictures from the opening night, go to napkinnights.com.

Smell Like Diddy, Date Like Leo

Both Puffy (or Diddy, whatever) and Leo DiCaprio are lucky sons of bitches. Bar Refaeli knows this fact very well since she dates Mr. DiCaprio and has recently signed on to be the face and body of Mr. Combs' upcoming cologne line called "I Am King" followed by a women's perfume line in 2009 called "I am Queen". Diddy's thoughts on the name?

"I believe in positive affirmations," Diddy says. "If I say, 'I am not going to succeed, I'm a loser,' then that's what I am going to be. If we say we're kings and we say we're queens, that's what we're going to be. It has nothing to do with being arrogant."

Well, Diddy can call his cologne whatever he damn well pleases since first year sales are projected to hit $100 million. You can buy your very own bottle at Macy's starting in December.

via nymag.com

One Sexpresso, Extra Sugar

As a lover of coffee and all things sexy, here is a trend taking hold in Seattle that we hope starts spreading throughout the country (especially here in SoCal). Sexpressos are drive-through coffee stands that are staffed by scantily-clothed baristas. How the hell this phenomena started in chilly Seattle is beyond us, but we have to give much props to our friends in the Pacific Northwest for coming up with such a brilliant yet simple idea.

Most of the girls working at the sexpressos make minimum wage, but with tips o'plenty, these lovely ladies can bring home up to $150 per day, presumably significantly more than their Starbucks counterpart. Speaking of Starbucks, with all the problems they've been having recently, perhaps Howard Schultz and company should consider changing their business model to incorporate less breakfast sandwiches (they suck) and more skin.

If you're interested in opening up your own local sexpresso, Cowgirls Espresso has franchise opportunities. The G Luxe Crew is thinking beyond sexpressos: can you say sexboba?

via cbsnews.com

Oh Aida How We Love Thee

There is nothing that turns us on more than a beautiful, strong, and successful woman. That's why we are in love with Food Network's latest budding superstar, Aida Mollenkamp, who is the star of a new show called Ask Aida where the lovely Ms. Mollenkamp answers questions submitted by viewers.

Don't let this olive skin beauty fool you: she's not just a pretty face (and hot body). She has an impressive and varied resume which includes a Hospitality Management degree from Cornell's School of Hotel Administration, a stint as a consultant for Ernst & Young's Restaurant Consulting group, and a Grand Diplome from the prestigious Le Gordon Bleu Paris in 2004. Prior to getting her show at Food Network, Aida worked as Food Editor of foodie website CHOW.com. Damn.

Aida joins Food Network's growing stable of hottie food personalities including Giada De Laurentiis, Sandra Lee, and Paula Deen. Yes, Paula Deen. Don't lie, you know you're digging this hot curvaceous mamma who knows how to throw down with the pork fat.

Go to foodnetwork.com to get Aida's show schedule.

Can You Say Shareholder Lawsuit?

Imagine the public outrage if shareholders ever found out that an American CEO decided to to purchase a $1.5 million chair on the company's dime. I guess no such indignation would occur in the United Arab Emirates since Italian design house Pininfarina is marketing their million-and-a-half dollar Aresline Xten ergonomic chair to CEO's in the UAE. What makes a chair worth more than most nice homes? Well, its comfy as hell and made from a space-age material called Technogel which is also currently used by elite Olympic athletes. But let's be honest: anybody that buys one of these chairs is only doing so out of pure hubris.

via ameinfo.com

Prada iPhone Case

Distinguish yourself from those other iPhone geeks with this gorgeous leather case by Prada. Made in Italy of saffiano calfskin leather, the case comes with an engraved Prada logo and a removable charm. At $140, the case costs almost as much as a base model iPhone but trust us, it will help you tone down the dork factor. Buy your own at saksfifthavenue.com.

Fight the Good Fight

This recession, or almost recession, is really pissing us off. People are spending less on the finer things in life and scaling back on truly indulgent behavior. In the constant battle between good and evil, and by that we mean those who believe life should be lived as the constant pursuit of pleasure and luxury, and those who find a sick, demented satisfaction in living a frugal and utilitarian life, the latter is winning over more acolytes in the current economic environment.

But need not worry: things will get better, and the forces of good, i.e. G Luxe and others like us will keep up the good fight. To help us through these tough times, our friends at esquire.com have come up with their suggestions for how to dress like a rich man in a recession. Gentlemen, keep the faith.

And the Next Lara Croft is...

Unlike most red-blooded American males, I've never been a fan of Angelina Jolie. To me, she seems like she would have some seriously bad B.O. This week, game publisher Eidos announced that Mrs. Pitt will be replaced as the Tomb Raider heroine by 23 year-old British gymnast Alison Carroll. A former receptionist, she'll now spend her days traveling the world doing promo gigs for Tomb Raider. Good for you sexy.

You can purchase the next Lara Croft game, Tomb Raider: Underworld on November 21.

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Indulge in Some Lovin

One of the beauties of living in the modern world is the ability to bring a little bit of eroticism with you wherever you go. Consider INDULGENCES, the new pocket-sized love pack by Jimmyjane, which acts as a traveling sexual tool-kit for whenever you and your lovely lady are ready for a little love-making. The portable naughtiness includes: a Love Decoder, feather tickler, mini-vibrator, lube, two condoms, and a travel carrying case. You can purchase INDULGENES at jimmyjane.com for $22.

Zonda Cinque

We are a big proponent of going after your dreams, but if yours include owning a Zonda Cinque, you may want to make other plans since all five that will be built have already been spoken for. This car represents the closest thing to auto porn as we can imagine, and just like a well-lubed contract girl, this baby has the performance to match it's beauty. Powered by a 678-hp V12, the Cinque can go from 0-60 in 3.3 seconds and tops out at just under 218 mph. Read more at gunpowder-magazine.com.

Go Team...Germany?

Normally, the answer would be "No", but after learning that four Olympians from the Fatherland will be featured in the September issue of Playboy Germany, we may have to change our minds. Well, at least for field hockey, judo, and sailing. How is sailing a sport...nevermind...that's another post. Check out the sexy athletes at bittenandbound.com.

Gunpowder Baby

Sexy. Stylish. Sophisticated. That's the motto of Gunpowder Magazine, an online rag dedicated to the luxury lifestyle. We love it! Check out our new friends at gunpowder-magazine.com.

Zero X

If there was ever one constant rule of the universe, it would be: reversion to the mean. It doesn’t matter whether you’re talking about tulips, or tech stocks, or home prices, the only thing you can be sure is that someday, things will correct towards a long-term average. The latest issue that’s gotten people overestimating to the moon is oil prices. You have every panicky-pansy predicting the country is going to collapse because oil is going to $1000 a barrel and that we should do everything and anything to get prices back down. Shut the fck up. First, those same aholes btching about gas prices are the same ones who used the first dollar of disposable income they earned to buy a freaking Escalade or Hummer. If instead, you had bought a car that got more than 9 miles a gallon, we probably wouldn’t be in this mess in the first place.

Now that gas is above $4 a gallon, people are thinking twice about buying such a gas guzzler, and that leads me back to my first point: reversion to the mean. From hybrids to smaller more efficient cars, people are adjusting their behavior to accommodate high gas prices. Over time, this behavioral change will lead us to consume less oil and thanks to the second rule of the universe: free market works, gas prices will eventually come down.

So what’s with all this blathering bullsht about oil and reversion to the mean? It was a long segway into the Zero X electric motorcycle, which has recently started shipping to customers. Based in Santa Cruz , California , the Zero produces and sells the Zero X, which is a lightweight electric dirt bike that is able to go from 0-30 mph in under 2 seconds, and whose electric motor delivers over 20 horsepower and provides similar performance to a 250cc gas-powered bike. The bike is powered by a lithium-ion battery that provides up to 40 miles per charge or up to two hours of trail use, and is designed to last about 6 years. Good thing it does since a replacement battery isn’t cheap at around three grand. Actually, the whole bike isn’t exactly bargain basement at $7450, which is pricier than its comparable gas brethren.

Initial reviews have been positive. Popular Mechanics writes:

“The Zero X is so small and light that it feels more like a big, electric mountain bike than anything—quite the easy ride. The key, tethered to your wrist as a kill switch in case your butt leaves the seat pad, clicks forward one notch, and you’re ready to ride. Saiki says it’s easy to over-goose the throttle thanks to the instant torque of the electric motor, so he suggests we flick the “0 to 30 mph” switch and the “easy” power delivery selector. We listen.

The bike pulls away smoothly in those modes and accelerates briskly. Its lightweight and adjustable suspension, with a generous 8-in. front and 9-in. rear travel, makes you feel invincible. We yearn for a dirt motocross track instead of this oceanfront pavement.”

The company has only produced about 45 bikes but the current order backlog means that you’ll have to wait two months before you can get your own Zero X. The company is also working on an electric Supermoto bike which should be coming out in the near future. To order your very own bike and start saving the planet, go to zeromotorcycles.com.

Limited Edition Hennessy X.O. Gift Box

Led by the unbeatable Michael Phelps, the US is laying down some serious whoop arse at the Beijing Olympics. With just under two weeks to go, there will still be something like 10,000 hours of Olympic action left to watch. When the track and field events begin, why not host a little get-together with your friends to watch some quality javelin throwing.

The proper drink of choice for such a get-together would be some Hennessy, in particular some served as part of this recently released limited-edition Hennessy X.O. 888 Gift Box, featuring a 750 mL bottle of Hennessy X.O. and two Hennessy Baccarat designed glasses all in a decorative gift box. This special set was released in celebration of August 8, 2008 (8/8/08), the Opening of the Beijing Olympics, and is available now at a suggested retail price of $160 (which, btw, is the same price as a bottle of Hennessy X.O.

Go to to hennessy-cognac.com for more information.

The Perfect Fit

One of the great pleasures of dropping over 50 lbs (thank-you, thank-you) is having to go buy a whole new wardrobe. I'm currently in the process of restocking my entire formal wear collection and found this good little refresher piece on how to determine a blazer fit. Gentlemen, we argue that finding the right tailor is just as important as finding the right wife. Both can screw you and make you look bad.

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Villa Leopolda

We're all for indulgent behavior, but even we think spending $750 million for a home is a bit excessive. It was recently reported that a home somewhere in the French Riviera called the Villa Leopolda has sold for three-quarters of a BILLION dollars to some rich Russian dude. So what makes this home worth so much money? Well, yes its big, and beautiful, and located on the French Riviera, and built by a Belgian King in 1902, but truly nothing rationale justifies the high purchase price. It's not like the home is built of solid gold and coated with saffron paint. The reason the villa went for such a high price is simply due to the hubris of the uber-rich, which by the way, we hope to be a part of someday. Of course, this Russian tycoon is a modest mouse when you compare him to the Indian jackass who's building a $2 billion home (we suspect he's somehow related to Crew Member Tandori).

Lambos in Vegas

Las Vegas is a natural home for Lamborghinis. They're both extravagant and often over the top. Recently, Lamborghini opened a 20,000 square ft Las Vegas showroom and boutique store on two floors of the Palazzo Hotel shopping area. Lambo celebrated the grand opening of its 34th dealership in North America with a VIP event complete with celebraties and a fashion show where models sported the latest from Lamborghini's new Collezione Automobili Lamborghini fashion line. They claim:

"The collection is tailored not only to Lamborghini buyers, but to the luxury consumer who values quality, style and elegance."

However, we'd feel like a douche wearing Lamborghini gear without actually owning a Lamborghini.

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World's Sexiest Pools

What makes a pool sexy? First, the clientele is very important. Hell, you could invite a bunch of statuesque models to the pool at the local Motel 6, throw in a DJ spinning some chill beats and you've got yourself a sexy little soiree. On the flip side, you could have an infinity pool set on the hills of a Mediterranean coast frequented by pasty and bloated sea cows and I guarantee you the G Luxe Crew won't be visiting it any time soon (not that we could imagine a Mediterranean resort having a bunch of sea cows).

The second important trait of a sexy pool is design. While crew member Tandori loves nothing more than a big pool with plenty of slides galore, we think smaller, more intimate pools are more conducive for flirtacious and frisky behavior among the hotel guests.

The final important trait is the hotel's house rules (whether explicit or implicit), with the two most important ones being: NO KIDS and European bathing (i.e. topless action).

To see a list of the World's sexiest hotel pools, check out this article on concierge.com.

Paraguay Wins Gold...Or Should

While the whole world was caught up in the Chinese Milli Vanilli drama involving 9-year old Lin Miaoke and 7-year old Yang Peiyi, the question on every non-pedophile male's mind was:

"Who the hell is this gorgeous Paraguayan??"

It turns out that it's 26-year old Leryn Franco, who is representing Paraguay in the sport of Javelin. In addition to being a two-time Olympic athlete, she also happens to be the runner-up Miss Paraguay 2006 and an aspiring model.

Considering her 42nd place finish during the Athens games, we suggest she sticks to modeling. Check out her modeling pics and you'll agree.