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TECHNOHULL SEA DNA 999, performance and high luxury at 90 knots
TECHNOHULL SEA DNA 999 FROM GREECE RACING PERFORMANCE, VERSATILITY AND HIGH LUXURY RUN AT 90 KNOTS!
– The 10.3 meter RIB is available with several different layouts
– With its eight propulsion options, the RIB can reach a top speed of 90 knots(*)
– Never so easy to extreme commuting from a superyacht or a private island
– Only two hours to cross from Athens to Mykonos next summer!
Versatility, performance and an ever so close attention paid to detailing and materials. These are the concepts that are at the basis of all the RIBs produced by the Greek Technohull shipyard and are all perfectly integrated in their best selling model, the seaDNS999G5 that can reach a top speed of 90 knots(*) with exceptional safety – another obsession guiding the entire Technohull team.
These concepts are part of the DNA of the Greek yard from Alimos, one of the most beautiful coastal areas in Athens. These concepts have permitted – since the birth of the yard in 2005 – to produce a series of models that are so versatile that they are ideal both as luxury tenders for large yachts or for elegant medium range cruising.
The infusion built hull, made of epoxy resins and multi-directional fibers, ensures an extremely solid platform for the standard ORCA Penel Flippo 1670 tubes.
All phases of construction take place in-house, within the yard’s premises and are performed by highly specialized technicians following rigid international standards.
ONE BOW, THREE VERSIONS
With a length of 10.3 meters and a beam of 2.8, the seaDNA999G5 can adapt to a wide range of owners. This is easily seen in the three versions of the bow area that the yard offers.
Open: Here we have a V-shaped settee that conceals a spacious storage area, while the raised step at the peak considerably facilitates embarking and disembarking, making this version ideal as a tender for large yachts.
Delta: Perfect for relaxing daily use and enjoyable anchorages immersed in nature thanks to the sun-bathing area that covers the entire bow area.
Cabin: Dedicated to those who want to enjoy short cruises, this layout is characterized by a cabin with a double bed and an enclosed bathroom. Light and air are assured by the large companionway.
A TRUE “TOY FOR BOYS”!
The ergonomic center console is equipped with two wrap-around shock-absorbing seats, perfect for safe and controlled steering even in rough seas. The instrument panel includes a “Smart Central Consol Touchscreen”. The optional mobile kitchen with sink and burner is located aft of the console seats. A real “toy for boys”!
MUCH TO CHOOSE FROM ASTERN
While the yard chooses to offer three versions of the bow area, astern they offer four!
Three of the four versions are for the outboard motor propulsion systems and let the owner chose between an elongated divan, a U-shaped settee, or a recessed sun-deck.
In all three versions the two bathing platforms with boarding ladders next to the motors are perfect for afternoons at anchor and refreshing showers.
The yard’s inboard propulsion option includes an elongated divan and an extra-large sun-bathing area above the engine room. A classic solution whose strength is its convenience.
EXTREME PERFORMANCE
As we stated above, performance and handling are among the fundamental strengths of the Alimos’ yard. Owners may choose from a wide range of propulsion systems for the seaDNA999G5 to take full advantage of the deep-V hull that guarantees an easy ride over the waves and perfect control even when making maneuvers at high speed.
The outboard version offers four horsepower options (2x250hp, 2x300hp, 2x350hp, 2x400hp) that ensure astounding performance, from a top speed of 68 knots for the base version (with a cruising speed of 50 knots) to a top speed of 90 knots (70 cruising) with the twin 400hp option.
The inboard version includes two options: a single engine with either 220 or 370hp or twin engines of 265hp each. The seaDNA99G5 has a top speed of 63 knots depending on the configuration chosen.
(*) Top speed indications are based on our factory testing program. Boat speed may vary depending on weight, fuel load, water conditions, wind, engine package, engine tuning, propellers, number of passengers and numerous other factors beyond our control.
RANGE ISN’T A PROBLEM, ANYMORE
Performance and high efficiency make this the ideal RIB for those who want to take the weekend off and not worry about the distance to cover. Some examples? With the twin 400hp outboard option, it will only take two hours to cross from Athens to Mykonos Island, less than the time it often takes us just to get to the sea for a weekend. In the same two hours you can go from the Italian Argentario Peninsula to Porto Cervo in Sardinia, in the heart of the Costa Smeralda. And the mere twenty minutes from Naples to Capri to enjoy a glamorous evening on the splendid island?
“Best Sailing Yacht of 2017”, prestigious World Superyacht Awards for Sybaris by Perini Navi
S/Y SYBARIS PERINI NAVI NAMED 2017’S BEST SAILING YACHT AT 2017 WORLD SUPERYACHT AWARDS
Philippe Briand has designed the hull, underwater appendages, rig, sail plan and main characteristics of this modern 70 metre ketch. He is the main naval architect of the project.
All judges were impressed with the naval architecture, sailing ability, supreme comfort, exceptional division of internal volumes and her technical innovations.
The 70 metre superyacht Sybaris by Perini Navi has been proclaimed ‘Best Sailing Yacht of 2017’ in both the 40-metres-plus category and overall at this year’s prestigious World Superyacht Awards. The official ceremony was held on 13 May in Florence, Italy.
Philippe Briand has designed the hull, underwater appendages, rig, sail plan and main characteristics of this modern 70 metre ketch. He is the main naval architect of the project.
The Owner of Sybaris – Mr Bill Duker referred: “Philippe Briand was selected to be the naval architect for Sybaris because he was seen 5 years ago as the person who would be regarded as the best naval architect today. The selection of Sybaris as the best sailing yacht in the 40-metres-plus category and the sailing yacht overall winner proves we were correct.”
The Jury panel commented their decision: “Sybaris not only impressed the judges with its sailing ability – particularly in light airs when many yachts of this size resort to mechanical power – but also in the yacht’s supreme comfort and optimum division of internal volume that entirely suits the owner’s needs. Some technical innovations have already been mentioned, but there are more in that the sail plan, rig and underwater appendages were subjected to extensive CFD testing, which allowed detailed optimization of rig, hull shape and appendages. Beautiful, capable, comfortable, and technically advanced this is a yacht that was considered supreme for its purpose”.
The streamlined and contemporary superstructure is topped with an impressive flying bridge that is 18m in length; the largest of any sailing yacht afloat. At 850 gross tonnes, Sybaris has wide-open and well-lit interior spaces with an innovative layout and smart storage solutions. The exterior design is by Perini Navi design office and the sophisticated interior design is by PH Design the Miami-based studio’s first yacht project.
Sybaris has a brand new power management designed by Perini Navi as are the innovative self-driven captive winches.
Philippe Briand said: “I enjoyed being part of this Design team and working with its highly talented members as Franco Romani of Perini Navi design office, PH Design, the shipyard Perini Navi and Bill Duker, the owner of Sybaris who brought this team together”.
Sybaris was also shortlisted as a finalist in six categories of the ShowBoats Design Awards, held in Kitzbühel in February 2017. She went on to take home more trophies than any other superyacht, including titles for Best Interior Layout & Design and Best Lighting Design, as well as the award for Newcomer of the Year, presented to PH Design.
V46 IPS, first model of the new IPS line by Vicem Yachts
Vicem Yachts is proud to announce the successful world premier of the V46 IPS – the very first model of the new Vicem IPS line – at the Palm Beach International Boat Show (March 23 – 26, 2017).
This model is the first Vicem built in fiberglass/epoxy, in this size. Light and sturdy, the Vicem 46 IPS, with a beam of 14′,9”, has sufficient interior volume to allow the owner to choose between spacious two and three cabin designs. The yacht’s dimensions boast a LOA of 14.02m (46′) and a draft of 0.70m (2’4′)’ with a displacement of 18,000kg (39,683lbs.) at full load.
This yacht – designed by Vicem’s in-house design team – has a handsome classic look and provides a quiet, smooth ride, thanks to Vicem’s renowned superior design and construction techniques. The Vicem 46 IPS combines elegant looks with sportive lines and technology. With excellent use of exterior and interior design, the Vicem 46’ stands out from other yachts of the same length.
The primary aim when designing the 46 IPS was to create comfortable and luminous spaces. When coming aboard, you enter first into the bar zone with, a comfortable L-shaped settee. The lounge and cockpit are separated by a sliding door: when open there is no longer any separation and a single large living space has been created.
The lounge area offers comfortable seating to fully enjoy the entertainment systems, while the large side windows and front windshield provide excellent visibility and lots of daylight. For maximum comfort when under way, the helmsman has an ergonomic chair and the station is complete with up-to-date electronic instruments.
The importance of a side door to the lounge shouldn’t be underestimated as it considerably eases movement around the vessel, especially when mooring.
The interiors, all air conditioned, are quite spacious – this is thanks to the Volvo Penta IPS engines that allow for a smaller engine room – with obvious advantages for livability.
The standard layout for the sleeping area foresees two spacious double berth cabins and a functional open space galley.
The owner’s cabin has a queen size bed, ample storage space, an entertainment system and a private bathroom complete with shower. Through-hull windows provide excellent natural lighting.
The guest cabin is equipped with two single berths that can be joined to make a single queen-size bed, while the guest bathroom can also be used as a day-head.
The galley (down) is fully equipped for long cruising and comes with two electric burners, a microwave oven and ample storage space.
The flybridge version hosts a bar area with electric BBQ and refrigerator, in addition to the lounge area and the captain’s seat.
Powered by two Volvo Penta IPS 600 engines (2 x 435 HP provide 320kW @ 3,500rpm), the Vicem 46 IPS is easy to drive thanks to the extremely reliable Volvo Penta control system and the V-Type hard chine hull. Top speed is close to 30 knots, with a cruising speed of 26 knots.
With the joystick and dynamic stability system, the owner will be able to easily maneuver the yacht in tight spaces, and also leave the helm while the yacht maintains her desired position.
During her first sea trails, what most impressed was the incredible silence on board: at 25 knots, only 62 decibels were recorded.
Les Mirages, nuove fragranze orientali unisex da Prada Olfactories

Les Mirages raffigura quattro nuove aggiunte unisex all’iconica collezione Prada Olfactories, una serie di potenti fusioni per l’indomito spirito Prada.
Les Mirages si fonda sulla natura della comunità, sulle differenze costruite, sull’orientalismo/occidentalismo e sul viaggio futuristico.
Miuccia Prada e la profumiera Daniela Andrier reinventano l’arte della fragranza come un atlante globale: ogni formula rappresenta una puntina su una mappa immaginaria. Reinterpretano i codici delle fragranze orientali in quattro intensi Olfactories.
Miracle of The Rose
Una rosa in una corona di spine. Una sensazione di passaggio attraverso varie stanze labirintiche, ognuna caratterizzata da una fragranza diversa. Una profonda sensazione architettonica, un volume fisico di pelle, legno di agar e tabacco, livelli che nascono da decenni, secoli. Ma nelle vicinanze, forse in una stanza adiacente, forse trasportate nell’aria turbolenta da qualcuno di passaggio, le delicate ma potenti note di assoluta di rosa e patchouli si ritrovano in primo piano. Miracle of the Rose circonda l’elegante fiore con una profondità quasi imperscrutabile.
Soleil au Zénith
Un sovraccarico di sensazioni. La scoperta di varie culture attraverso l’avvicinamento. Effetto al rallentatore nell’atmosfera tangibile e nella luce soffusa tramite il luccicante calore. Soleil au Zenith combina in modo semplice il dolce ylang ylang e la pesca con essenze sofisticate di legno di sandalo, fondato su una profonda base scura di vaniglia, noce moscata, cannella, pimento e cumino.
Dark Light
Un impercettibile bagliore nell’oscurità. Come gli attimi intensi e soffusi subito prima che una forte tempesta squarci il cielo, Dark Light si insinua nella coscienza. I componenti sono più antichi della memoria, degli elementi della cultura e della venerazione: muschio, vaniglia autentica del Madagascar, mirra, angelica e la profonda aura complessa della gomma opoponax. Invertendo il calore dell’ambra con la freschezza delle aldeidi, Dark Light definisce e sfida la fantasia orientalista, colma di antiche resine e inestimabili elisir, e decostruisce il mito dell’esotico.
Midnight Train
Qui è caldo, caldo e secco. Le memorie si mescolano e collidono, spronate da fragranze in viaggio verso ampie distanze aride da città aromatiche: dolce legno di cedro del Texas, cisto legnoso dell’Andalusia e patchouli indonesiano in un vortice intorno a un accordo di ambra luminoso e caldo. Midnight Train evoca un calore polveroso, un intangibile colpo di vento sulla sabbia.
*Midnight Train viene venduto esclusivamente in negozi Selfridges del Regno Unito e Prada in Medio Oriente
Sioux maschere e pirati per il Carnevale di Pietro Ferrante
Gioielli con maschere, pirati e Sioux per il Carnevale firmato Pietro Ferrante
Classico o alternativo? Total body o solo un touch? Il conto alla rovescia per il Carnevale è partito ed anche la caccia al travestimento perfetto, che coinvolge sì i più piccoli, ma anche tanti adulti, pronti a dar sfogo alla fantasia in vista della festa più allegra e colorata dell’anno.
Per l’occasione, il brand Pietro Ferrante offre tanti spunti originali e l’opportunità di impreziosire i propri outfit carnevaleschi grazie a gioielli ad hoc.
Chi intendesse calarsi nei panni del capitano Jack Sparrow, protagonista della saga “Pirati dei Caraibi”, un evergreen per grandi e piccini, potrebbe scegliere ad esempio la collana, il bracciale o il portachiavi, tutti in ottone con finitura argento, arricchiti da teschi in versione corsaro… con tanto di benda sull’occhio e bandana.
I nostalgici soprattutto degli anni Settanta e Ottanta, quelli che da bambini amavano vestirsi da indiani, ora, potrebbero optare per un costume più sobrio, reso unico però dal maxi anello, interamente hand-made in Italy, con testa di capo tribù Sioux.
Mentre i più audaci, amanti del mistero, potrebbero scegliere invece il bracciale o il keyring con ciondolo a forma di maschera di civetta arricchita da rose, foglie e simboli massonici.
Gioielli autentici da sfoggiare durante la festa, ma anche tutti gli altri giorni dell’anno perché, come sostiene una nota canzone, la vida es un Carnaval.
Happy Valentine’s Day 2017 by Marius Creati

Happy Valentine’s Day 2017
Bruckmann Daysailer 42′, the art of day sailing by Zurn Yacht Design
BRUCKMANN DAYSAILER 42′ The art of day sailing
Design comments by Doug Zurn
-a true performer and head turner
–E-glass and Core-Cell hull and deck built
–clean deck layout, commodious cockpit, inviting interior
Photo credits: Onne Van der Wal
The Bruckmann Daysailer (Canada) enters the design race as a confident daysailer and capable performance yacht. A split personality, she may readily carry upwards of eight individuals for an excursion around the bay, and yet she is equally adept as an overnighter. In either instance she will be a true performer and head turner, as exhibited by her low profile, aggressive sail plan and performance-oriented shoal draft keel.
The weather deck offers a wide, uncluttered working environment for tending to all of the vessel’s needs, even in the most adverse conditions. Only a low profile raised cabin house interrupts the spacious deck forward to accommodate guests below. The aft cockpit offers a secure vantage point from which to observe and adjust all aspects of trim and course heading with all control lines leading to two perfectly located islands athwartship from one another.
The Bruckmann Daysailer features modern rigging and deck hardware components. Manufactures such as Lewmar@, Harken@ and Edson@ represent the best performance and quality available on the market today and are strategically specified throughout the deck plan. Spars are constructed of economical aluminum with carbon fiber available as an option to achieve the maximum in strength-to-weight performance. All control lines are lead to the aft cockpit where a single driver can control all aspects of fine-tuning the sails. The main halyard and reefing lines are located on top of the cabin house to port, and can be fitted with an electric winch if requested. A central hydraulic system located at the helm station controls the boom vang and backstay. A 100% roller-furling jib aids the guests in simplifying upwind sailing.
INTERIOR
The interior furthers the smart design features and quality components found on deck. Upon entering the cabin house, the light service galley on port provides guests with such amenities as 12VDC refrigeration, microwave, stainless steel sink and cabinetry for stowing all necessary supplies. To starboard is a commodious head with sink and storage. Five-inch thick cushions provide comfort for-sitting or sleeping while six opening ports and two opening deck hatches allow natural lighting and abundant ventilation. A centerline table is available for interior dining. Forward of the settees are end tables and hanging lockers and the forepeak may be fitted with a V-berth if so desired.
CONSTRUCTION
The E-glass and Core-Cell@ hull and deck are built using the highest quality stitched fabrics and vinyl-ester resins resulting in an extremely durable and light structure. The interior joiner work is comprised primarily of fine, hand-selected, gloss varnished mahogany trim over Formica@ laminated bulkheads and cabinetry, accented by Corian countertops and a traditional teak and holly sole. All hardware is stainless steel.
Pietro Ferrante, romanticismo rock per il prezioso San Valentino
Corone, keys e serrature per il prezioso San Valentino firmato Pietro Ferrante
Ma chi l’ha detto che rock e romanticismo non sono fatti per stare assieme? Di sicuro non l’eclettico jewelry designer Pietro Ferrante, che in occasione di San Valentino 2017 ha deciso di dar forma a una mini capsule di gioielli sentimentali, street e stilosi al tempo stesso.
Una linea costellata da anelli e bracciali unisex, realizzati interamente a mano in Italia in argento, bronzo o ottone, dedicata agli innamorati che intendono aggiungere un tocco strong ai propri outfit e a quelli del partner.
Tra i leitmotiv della collezione, originali crown stilizzate protagoniste di raffinati bangle, di bracciali in pelle, di maxi ring o di chevalier da mignolo smaltati, da regalare come insolito pegno d’amore al proprio re o alla propria regina, e da sfoggiare individualmente o in coppia.
Le corone, infatti, vengono ritenute potenti porte-bonheur e simbolo di unioni solide, forza ed eleganza.
Un’altra originale idea regalo per l’imminente Valentine’s Day? Gli anelli in bronzo con serratura vintage style, da abbinare eventualmente ai bracciali con chiave ciondolante:
due soggetti strettamente legati fra loro e indispensabili l’un l’altra, così come richiesto dal vero Amore, quello con la A maiuscola. Quale miglior augurio, dunque?





















