A Family Office Networks E- Newsletter
 
September 17th, 2022
 
  The FON Luxury
Newsletter spotlights the
essentials of living
in luxury.
Family Office Networks provides information, opportunities and investment resources to affluent families and individuals. Our Luxury Newsletter delivers the must-haves and news of luxury.

Russia’s Secret Gem Sales
Are Dividing The Diamond World

The secretive sale of Russian diamonds, worth hundreds of millions of dollars every month, is fracturing the global trade that stretches from cutting factories in Mumbai to luxury stores on New York’s Fifth Avenue.

Hotels

The Boca Raton Opens Luxury Hotel Tower This Fall

Superstars with one-word names will welcome a new member to their ranks this fall: known simply as Tower, the newly transformed 27-story hotel that’s the fifth of its kind for The Boca Raton, South Florida’s “it” resort and private club.

Wine & Spirits

Traveling to Spain With a Luxury Wine Club Made Me Want a Membership ASAP — Here's Why

When thinking of a members-only wine club for travel lovers, the words expensive and exclusive come to mind. But while tagging along with one group of traveling vino aficionados this summer in Spain, any preconceived notions I had of a possible "too cool" club of wine sophisticates were quickly put to rest.

Cars

JA Ferrari Purosangue Build Slot Is Already Up for Sale

It's only been three days since Ferrari revealed its Purosangue "FUV" (that's Ferrari Utility Vehicle, folks), and those with deep enough pockets are salivating at the chance to actually order one of these V12-powered people haulers—and that's without even seeing an official price tag. Fortunately, they may not have to look that hard to find a place in the order books.

Watches & Jewelry

David Yurman and BCRF continue profitable collaboration

U.S. jeweler David Yurman is continuing its legacy of partnering with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation for the 14th year, setting the tone for charitable aid to thrive in the luxury jewelry sector.

Luxury Properties

A LOOK INSIDE THE DEMAND FOR LUXURY REAL ESTATE ACROSS MEXICO

Destination markets across Mexico continue to heat up, especially as remote workers seek out year-round, resort-style living thanks to flexible, remote work policies. Buyers continue to snatch up vacation homes they can enjoy more often and then rent out as income properties for the rest of the year. Throughout the past two years, the global rental market has remained at an all-time high as demand continues to outpace supply.

Art & Collectibles

From Prada bags to sofas and art, we’ll rent and not buy

Clothes, furniture and even children’s bikes can all be hired for a fraction of the price of buying

Gadgets & Technology

Celebrity Gadgets: Our Cover Star PV Sindhu Reviews the Latest Apple Watch

It's #TechTember, and we're in conversation with the cover star of our September issue, PV Sindhu. She gives us the skinny on the next best gadget for her fitness workflow — the new Apple Watch Series 8, the best one yet. It's got all the features you loved about the previous models, plus some awesome new ones that will help you stay even more connected to your health and fitness. Just 24 hours with it, and PV says she's already feeling empowere
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Travel

Concierge services provide execs with meaningful experiences

 
Kim Parizek, a travel curator with Boutique Travel Advisors, recommends TCS World Travel as the best way to get from Point A to Point B — and everywhere in between — when there’s a million-dollar budget available. “TCS is an all-inclusive small group jet expedition for ultra-luxurious travelers who want a seamless trip to the most exotic, unique destinations,” she said. “The entire trip is curated down to the smallest detail.” The expeditions include not only private jet access, but also a perfectly planned luxury itinerary.

Aviation

Playboy Sells ‘Big Bunny’ Jet to Family Office for $17.5 Million

 
The parent company of Playboy, struggling with mounting losses, is set to get a boost from the sale of a recently resurrected private jet for $17.5 million. Playboy’s luxury jet, known as the Big Bunny, is being sold off to raise cash for the lifestyle company that owns and licenses Hugh

Style

This Just In! Vogue’s NYFW Street Style Shopping Report

 
Sure the runways set the trends for every new season, but the street style spotted before and after each show is equally as telling of what our fashion future holds. Outside of shows and at after-parties galore, style setters delivered the top trends of New York Fashion Week 2022, standing out in timeless classics like leather midi skirts and the perfect white T-shirts. There were also sport-inspired track pants and cowboy boots that captured the bohemian spirit of autumn.

Dining

On the Market: A Cambridge Colonial with a Dreamy Dining Setup

 
When thinking back at all the times we’ve spent at home over the last few years (oh, and it’s been a lot) and then looking at this house, it is impossible not to envy the people who got to live here. Because while some of us spent our quarantine shuffling between the living room, bathroom, and bedroom, the owners of this home have a veritable smorgasbord of spaces here, each one offering a different feel from the next.

Gifts

65 Best Thoughtful, Luxurious Gifts For Men With Expensive Designer Taste In 2022

 
If you're anything like me, buying birthday or holiday gifts for the men in my life can feel like a lot of pressure—but, it's especially stressful shopping for men who have expensive, luxurious taste. They already seem to have everything, and you want to be thoughtful about your gift while still matching up to their designer preferences. Luckily, I scoured the internet (and consulted my bougie male friends) to find the best options out there. And, guess what? While some of these items are, of course, a bit pricey, tons of the options below are cheap gifts that'll satisfy any man with expensive taste.

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