Showing posts with label Most Expensive. Show all posts
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Saturday, November 30, 2013

World’s Most Expensive Jeans

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 World's Most Expensive Jeans
The popular worker’s denim trousers have become modern day fashion and status symbols. Designer jeans come in and out of popularity but in the early 2000s, expensive jeans started coming back into fashion with brands such as APO Jeans, Chip and Pepper, Paper Denim & Cloth, Seven for All Mankind, True Religion and many other brands costing $200 or more per pair.
The Guinness Book of Records listed a pair of Gucci Genius jeans featuring elaborate feathers, beads, rips and buttons as most expensive jeans off-the-rack at a cost of $3,134 and Forbes once showcased Escada’s Swarovski crystal-encrusted jeans that sold for US $10,000.
Levi Strauss Company bid $46,532 to buy a pair of their own brand of denim pants back on the popular auction site eBay. However, the most expensive old jeans were an average pair of 501 jeans manufactured in the 1880s and purchased by a Japanese collector in 2005 for $60,000.
World's Most Expensive Jeans - Trashed Denim
Trashed Denim
None of those prices, however, can even hold a candle to that commanded by Dussault Apparel’s Trashed Denim line of luxury jeans. These men’s jeans are handmade using a special process where they are washed thirteen times, with dying and painting performed between each washing to add depth to the jeans. That’s not all, though, as each pair of Trashed Denim jeans is adorned with sixteen 1-carat rubies, twenty-six .05-carat rubies, eight .05-carat diamonds and 1080 grams of 18k white or rose gold.
So how much are the most expensive jeans in the world? Try a quarter-million dollars. That’s right; Dussault Apparel’s Trashed Denim jeans are priced at $250,000. They can be purchased at the Dussault store in Los Angeles or Kustom in New York City.
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World’s Top 10 Most Expensive Domain Names

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World's Most Expensive Domain Name - Insure.com


For over half a decade, Business.com reigned as the world’s most expensive domain name after its 1999 sale for $7.5 million. That was shortly after the site was founded by former Walt Disney Internet Group chairman Jake Winebaum and Earthlink founder Sky Dayton. The domain retained its record until 2006, when Match.com founder Gary Kremen decided to get out of the adult entertainment industry and sold Sex.com for $14 million (or $12 million, depending on who you ask) in 2006.
While the current market for internet domains is nowhere as solid as it was during the dot-com peak, the market remains strong and is experiencing solid growth. Each year tens of millions of dollars are exchanged during the resale of domains.
The record for most expensive domain name ever sold changed hands again in late 2009, when internet marketing firm QuinStreet purchased Insure.com for $16 million. Other top dollar domain sales of 2009 include Toys.com, purchased by Toys ‘R Us for $5.1 million in March of 2009, and Candy.com, sold for $3 million in June of 2009.
Enough with the preamble, though—check out the world’s top ten most expensive domain names:
1. Insure.com, sold to QuinStreet for $16 million in 2009.
2. Sex.com, sold for $12-$14 million in 2006.
3. Fund.com, sold for $9.99 million in 2008.
4. Porn.com, sold for $9.5 million in 2007.
5. Business.com, sold for $7.5 million in 1999.
6. Diamond.com, sold to Ice.com for $7.5 million in 2006.
7. Beer.com, sold for $7 million in 2004.
8. Israel.com, sold for $5.88 million in 2004.
9. Casino.com, sold for $5.5 million in 2003.
10. Toys.com, sold to Toys ‘R Us for $5.1 million in 2009.
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Most Expensive Laptop

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f you thought your 17″ Apple MacBook or Alienware Aurora mALX qualified as an expensive laptop, think again.
In 1982 GriD Systems released the Compass 1100 laptop costing about $10,000 (inflation adjusted $20,200). Even this cost pales in comparison to the reports of a costly laptop that luxury manufacturer Luvaglio London is set to release in the near future by special order the most expensive laptop ever sold, with a price tag of a million dollars.
most expensive laptop
As of now all of the details are very sparse and the technical specifications have not been made fully available. We aren’t even sure what this laptop is made with to give it a cost of $1,000,000, but the exterior looks impressive. You can bet with a price this excessive, the expensive laptop will be a spectacle of precious metals and materials and include more than a couple gemstones.
Luvaglio London Laptop
In late 2005 the Dutch company Ego Lifestyle B.V. released the Tulip E-Go Diamond laptop, which was previously the world’s most expensive laptop and this mobile computer had over 80 total carats of diamonds and a retail price of รข‚¬283,000.
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Top 10 Luxury iPad Cases

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If you’ve been following technology news for the past year or so, you should know one thing—it’s all about the iPad. Of course, you’ll need a proper case for your expensive tablet. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of the best luxury iPad cases available. These aren’t the most expensive iPad cases in the world, but they’ll certainly do in a pinch.
NewerTech iFolio – $129.99
Luxury iPad Cases - NewerTech iFolio
This handcrafted Brazilian leather case will not only hold your iPad, but also documents, cards and even a pen, stylus or similar device. The left side features a hard back to protect your documents while the right side protects your iPad with non-marring, double-stitched leather straps. Best of all, the zipper is a “genuine YKK pull tab.” Get excited.
Piel Frama iPad Cases – $140-$225
Luxury iPad Cases - Piel Frama iPad Cases
Each of Piel Frama’s premium iPad cases features either a magnetic or snap closure system, a document compartment and a soft leather lining. Be sure to check out their high quality cowskin, ostrich and crocodile cases.
Vaja iVolution Top Crystal – $350
Luxury iPad Cases - Vaja iVolution Top Crystal
Vaja’s premiere iPad case takes a full thirty-five days to craft by hand. In that time, they’re creating a great leather case with access to all the necessary ports—and icing it up. The completely detachable front cover of this case features an understated design that is tastefully decorated with glittering Swarovski crystals.
Louis Vuitton iPad Cases – $350
Louis Vuitton iPad Cases
All you need to know is they’re Louis Vuitton. Got it?
Oscar de la Renta Degrade Python iPad Clutch
Oscar de la Renta Degrade Python iPad Clutch – $390
Is this iPad case made, as the name suggests, with python skin? It certainly looks like it is. It features an ultra suede lining and snap closure. A yellow variant is also available.
Burberry of London Embossed Check Patent Leather iPad Cover
Burberry of London Embossed Check Patent Leather iPad Cover – $475
Burberry’s zippered case features an interior pocket for papers and a metal plaque with the Burberry logo. The case can be purchased in black, white or yellow.
Yves Saint Laurent Patent-Leather iPad Case
Yves Saint Laurent Patent-leather iPad Case – $595
This black leather case is stamped with the stitch-detailed logo of design house Yves Saint Laurent. The interior is lined with beige suede and the case features snap fasteners.
Orbino Padova Brown Crocodile Skin iPad Case
Orbino Padova Brown Crocodile Skin iPad Case – $689
Orbino’s premium hand stitched flip case features a magnetic closure, a brushed metal home button and can be ordered in a variety of colors or materials, including the pictured (and expensive) brown crocodile skin.
Chanel iPad Case
Chanel iPad Case – $1,555
This luxury iPad case features Chanel’s hallmark quilted stitching and, of course, the Chanel logo on the zipper’s pull tab. The case was originally called “mallette en cuir noir,” which means “black leather briefcase.”
Tod’s Alligator Skin Covers – $4,900
Tod's Alligator Skin iPad Covers
This iPad case is handmade in Italy by luxury goods firm Tod’s. They use the finest alligator skin to craft the case and it is available in blue, brown and tan.
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Top 10 Most Expensive iPad Apps

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If spending nearly $700 USD on your third generation Apple iPad hasn’t fulfilled your urge to part with money, fear not. Don’t waste anymore time browsing iTunes slowly, spending your wealth on less expensive iPad Apps that just cost a few dollars. Just for you, we’ve collected the costliest choices of the App Store.
TouchChat IconTouchchat HD – AAC with WordPower – $299.99
TouchChat screenshot
If you have trouble reading this or communicating with natural speech and words, you probably need Touchchat HD. In all seriousness, this iPad app seems like it could be useful tool for communicating with the impaired.
MBA Learning icon
MBA Learning Studio. Platinum Edition – $299.99
MBA Learning iPad app
Who needs expensive graduate degrees when you have an MBA program available at any time on your iPad?
Becker Flashcards icon
Becker’s 2011 CPA Mobile Flashcards for iPad $299.99
CPA iPad app
Step up your memorization on the path to your thrilling career as a CPA. Trade the time and paper needed to build your own flashcards in and with just a simple payment of $299.99 turn your iPad into flashcards.
MobileCamViewerMobileCamViewer – $349.99
MobileCamViewer iPad app
You aren’t being paranoid when everyone is actually out to get you. MobileCamViewer lets you be omnipresent, watching 6 cameras at one time in absolute control of any situation.
idia iconiDIA Diagnostic Imaging Atlas – $349.99 (Equine), $399.99 (Small Animal)
IDIA iPad app
Hay is for horses, but iDIA Diagnostic Imaging Atlas Equine is for horse veterinarians. You better hope the vet treating your million dollar thoroughbred has this expensive iPad application. There’s also a small animal version.
mySCADA iconmySCADA – $399.99
mySCADA expensive app
We actually have no idea what mySCADA does but apparently SCADA is short for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition and mySCADA features an advanced Human Machine Interface (HMI). Sounds like serious business.
Architactile iconArchitactile Inception – $499.99
Architactile iPad app
Architactile Inception is the archetypal application for architects to enable and accelerate their architecture.
Alchemist iconThe Alchemist SMS- $999.99
Alchemist SMS for iPad
The Alchemist SMS (Scrape Management System). While alchemy hasn’t yet perfected transmutation, The Alchemist SMS allegedly helps users in the steel and scrap industry create gold by reducing costs.
Wolfvision iPad iconIntuition Control Solo WolfVision – $999.99
Intuition Control Solo WolfVision
Control your patent-pending WolfVision visualizers! Revolutionize video conferencing! Use exclamation points for impact! Save your visualizer images right on your iPad!
Barmax for iPad iconBarMax CA and BarMax NY for iPad – $999.99

Harvard lawyers have teamed up with top iPad developers to sell you on the litigious dream of long stress filled work hours. Now you can study for your bar exam in between games of Angry Birds right on your iPad! Just one easy payment of $999.99.
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Saturday, March 12, 2011

Most Expensive Yo-Yo

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The yo-yo has been around for at least 2,500 years. The earliest surviving yo-yo dates back to 500 BC and was made using ceramic disks. The yo-yo was probably used as a weapon for 400 years in the Philippines, though the chairman of the American Yo-Yo Association’s History and Collecting Committee denies it. The world’s most expensive yo-yo, however, was made far more recently.

The expensive yo-yo was presented by country singer Roy Acuff to President Richard Nixon at the Grand Ole Opry in 1974. There to celebrate Mrs. Nixon’s birthday, the president reportedly attempted a few tricks before signing the yo-yo and giving it back to Acuff. When Acuff died in 1992, the yo-yo was sold for $16,029.

World's most expensive yo-yo

The most expensive yo-yo currently available for retail is Duncan’s Cold Fusion Yo-Yo. Made of aircraft-grade aluminum, the yo-yo also features Brake Pads and a precision ball-bearing axle. In fact, the world record for spin time was achieved using a Cold Fusion Yo-Yo. Depending on where you buy it, this professional yo-yo could cost you up to $250.

Just try not to kill anyone with these lethal and expensive weapons.

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America’s Most Expensive 2010 Cars to Insure

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America's Most Expensive Car to Insure - Porsche 911 Carrera GT2

The sticker price only tells half the story when it comes to purchasing a new auto. Beyond that price tag, there’s maintenance and, of course, auto insurance. Luckily, Insure.com has made a list of America’s most expensive 2010 cars to insure.

The list includes only 2010 models and is based on the average insurance for a 40-year-old male with a good driving record and a 12-mile commute. The policies surveyed include liability protection and uninsured motorist coverage. The prices set by the insurers are based not just on the cars themselves, but also on the driving habits of those most likely to own such a car.

They found that the least expensive 2010 car to insure is the Mazda Tribue i at $1,070.25 annually.

The most expensive 2010 car to insure is the 6-cylinder Porsche 911 Carrera GT2 2-door coupe. That’s no surprise, as this sort of luxury vehicle appeals to those who’d like to test the car’s top speed of over 200 mph. The price to insure this 500+ hp monster of a sports car averages at $2,943.78 annually.

America’s most expensive 2010 vehicles to insure
Porsche 911 Carrera GT2 – $2,943.78
Mercedes S65 AMG – $2,863.03
Dodge Viper SRT-10 Coupe – $2,851.89
Porsche Panamera Turbo AWD – $2,837.39
Dodge Viper SRT-10 Convertible – $2,815.90

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World’s Most Expensive Playhouses

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What better way is there to give your kids an early start on life than to get them their own kid-sized home? Sure it doesn’t come with a mortgage or monthly utility bills, but this Tudor House by Flights of Fantasy has a price to match some adult-sized houses.

World's Most Expensive Playhouses - Flights of Fantasy Tudor House

The handcrafted two-storey playhouse is just over 10 feet tall. Made primarily of moisture-resistant marine plywood, the home features oak floors and stairs as well as hardwood trim and doors. The Tudor House is built to last—the pictured playhouse was built in 1987.

Selling for £25,500.01 (US $36,036) at Hamleys, and shipping only to the UK mainland, this is the most expensive playhouse on the market—but what about custom jobs for millionaires?

Well, Flights of Fantasy does that, too.

World's Most Expensive Playhouses - The Wendy Playhouse

The Wendy playhouse, commissioned by a Swiss millionaire as a magnificent Christmas surprise for his children, is modeled after the father’s chalet in the foothills of the Alps. Not only that, but it’s specifically suited to the climate in Switzerland, as Flights of Fantasy’s Russell Bowlby visited the country to study the weather conditions.

The Wendy playhouse features underfloor heating, an LED-lit chimney, a well-appointed kitchen and a large living room.

The most expensive playhouse in the world cost $155,000 to manufacture, including materials and 2,000 man hours, and another $95,000 to ship from Norfolk to Switzerland.

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Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture

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If you’ve come into your fortune but don’t know how to spend it, then you’ve come to the right place. After all, you don’t want to be the guy who owns a mansion but barely has any furniture, do you? Of course you don’t. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of some of the most expensive furniture in the world.

Northland refrigerator – $11,000

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Northland Refrigerator

Northland, a 100-year-old provider of custom refrigerators, has really outdone itself with this 72” side-by-side refrigerator/freezer. It has a glass door and stainless steel wrap, features “daylight” interior lighting and easily cleaned glass shelves. The spacious fridge has a total capacity of 48.3 cubic feet

Vividus Mattress – $59,750

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Vividus Mattress

The Vividus, Latin for “full of life”, is the most expensive bed in the world. Sleeping on the bed, designed in Sweden by Hastens, has been described as “sleeping on a cloud.” It’s made from a variety of luxury materials, including cashmere, flax, silk, lambswool and hand-tufted horse hair.

Archeo Copper Bathtub – $67,557

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Archeo Copper Bathtub

Made of solid copper, this tub is hand-crafted by the very people who refurbished Lady Liberty’s torch. Over five feet long and two-and-a-half feet wide, the tub is spacious enough to comfortably accommodate just about anyone. The fluted faucet and hand-held shower unit are designed with the same aesthetic quality as the rest of the tub, featuring a finely engraved starfish-on-seashell knob. The extravagantly made tub easily takes its place as the world’s most expensive bathtub with its $67,557 price tag.

Parnian Furniture desk – $200,000

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Parnian Furniture desk

Created by Parnian Furniture Design & Manufacturing of Scottsdale, AZ, this luxurious desk is made of six different kinds of exotic wood, including ebony and Carpathian elm, and a piece of custom glass. Each of their desks is custom built to fit the room it’s destined to grace. This particular desk was built to show off Parnian’s unique design in their North Scottsdale showroom.

Solid gold stool – $1.3 million

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Solid gold stool

Sold by a jewelry store in China’s Jiangsu province, this expensive stool is made of 110 lbs of solid gold and is priced at $1.3 million. Unfortunately, that’s about all we know about it.

Pininfarina’s Aresline Xten – $1.5 million

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Pininfarina’s Aresline Xten

Created by Pininfarina, an Italian car design firm best known for designing luxury cars like Ferraris and Cadillacs, the Aresline Xten could be the most comfortable chair ever made. The Dynamic Synchronized Tilting system allows users to tilt the back and the seat independently while the Technogel in the cushions makes them conform to the shape of the user. The chair is also made from a durable fabric called Dynatec, which is also used by Olympic athletes.

Ruijssenaars magnetic floating bed – $1.6 million

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Ruijssenaars magnetic floating bed

Ruijssenaars reportedly worked on the technology for this expensive bed for six years in collaboration with Bakker Magnetics. Permanent opposing industrial-strength magnets allow the bed to float around 40cm off the floor and can hold 900kg. This visually pleasing technology could also be applied to other areas in home decor like coffee tables, sofas, and Japanese dining tables. How cool would it be to eat sushi and drink sake off a floating table?

Tufft table – $4.6 million

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Tufft table

The Tufft pier table, named after its creator, Thomas Tufft, was hand-carved in the late 1700s for general store owner Richard Edwards of Lumberton, New Jersey. The antique table features pierced fretwork and long legs ending in narrow ankles and detailed ball-and-claw feet. It was sold by Edwards’ descendent, a Philadelphia architect by the name of Samuel Harrison Gardiner.

”Dragons” Chair – $27.8 million

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Dragons Chair

This expensive armchair belonged to a Paris-based art dealer before finding its way into the hands of Yves Saint Laurent, founder of the eponymous YSL luxury brand. Reportedly, that very same art dealer is the person who paid ten times the chair’s estimated value to procure it at a Christie’s auction. The chair was made by Irish designer Eileen Gray sometime between 1917 and 1919. Called the “Dragons” chair, it is one of Gray’s masterpieces and was expected to sell for €2-3 millions.

Badminton Cabinet – $36.7 million

Top 10 Most Expensive Furniture - Badminton Cabinet

The Badminton Cabinet (or Badminton Chest) was commissioned by Henry Somerset, 3rd Duke of Beaufort, at the age of 19. It took thirty experts six years to create and is named after the Duke’s seat of power, Badminton House in Gloucestershire, where it sat until it was auctioned by his descendents in the late 20th century.

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Most Expensive M&M

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Space travel buffs have been collecting items that were flown into space for years. The demand for items that have been to outer space increased with the sale of the world’s most expensive M&M candy. Strangely enough, it was not a package or several pieces. It was one single brown M&M flown on board Paul Allen’s privately funded “SpaceShipOne”. The entire 2004 expedition went without government funding and had an estimated cost of $25 million.

The most expensive M&M sold for $1500 and joined other items like a toothbrush used by astronaut Buzz Aldrin during the Apollo 11 mission (worth $23,000) and autographed pictures, medals and flags that have all left the earth’s atmosphere. Papers from the 1960s Gemini mission that contained information about the astronauts’ urine measuring system sold for $1,100, proving that some people will collect just about anything.

Any of these could've been the world's most expensive M&M.

Some serious collectors may frown upon items like the expensive M&M, referring to them as spectacles rather than collectibles. This disapproval did nothing to stop collectors from snatching up this piece of expensive candy at auction.

Space collectibles are also fetching more attention since the recent arrest of astronaut Capt. Lisa Nowak. But you won’t find her shampoo bottle up for auction on eBay; “flown” items have to actually enter outer space before they become interesting to collectors.

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