Ahh, billionaire hotties - what could be better? Forbes is pretty spot-on with their newest list though there are some discrepancies. Ivanka should definitely be number one, hands down no questions asked. Number eight, heiress to the LVMH fortune is rather unfortunate looking. And who knew Julia Louis-Dreyfus is the daughter of a French billionaire? I had no clue. Feel free to post your thoughts in the comments section. And Ryan from gorillamask puts it best, "preserve your sanity, just look at the first nine."Forbes List - Billionaire Heiresses
Ahh, billionaire hotties - what could be better? Forbes is pretty spot-on with their newest list though there are some discrepancies. Ivanka should definitely be number one, hands down no questions asked. Number eight, heiress to the LVMH fortune is rather unfortunate looking. And who knew Julia Louis-Dreyfus is the daughter of a French billionaire? I had no clue. Feel free to post your thoughts in the comments section. And Ryan from gorillamask puts it best, "preserve your sanity, just look at the first nine."Quick Thoughts: May 15th
A surprise showed up in the mail today. I'll be reviewing it and then posting a contest to give it away; more details to come next week.- I attended ZAP's Grand Tasting in Austin this past week and had a great time, many thanks to Deidre, Julie Ann, and the ZAP staff for their hospitality. Expect to see a detailed post with my favorite Zins sometime soon.
- Women in their late forties shouldn't wear white 7 For All Mankind jeans, especially ones that are skin tight.
- I went to Fleming's for drinks with a co-worker and was quite impressed by their scotch selection. For a steak place that's know for their wine list, their single malt list rivals most upscale bars.
Another Forbes List: Marijuana

We've covered Forbes' lists in the past, but this ... this is a new one. Forbes' list of "Most Exotic Brands of Weed" not only draws a comparison between fine cannabis and fine wine, but goes on to list the per gram price of some of the hardest to come by types of ganja. Standouts include Chemdog ($35 / gram), one of High Times' top ten from 2006, and Mass Skunk ($25 / gram), which, let's face it, just has a really cool name. All of this, however, makes me wonder - are Forbes writers members of NORML?
Quick Thoughts: 2007 April 20

- Am I the only one that didn't know there was a Restaurant Guy Savoy in Vegas?
- I'll be attending ZAP while they're in Austin, a write-up will follow.
- Lexus always gets great reviews for their service, but lately they've been pissing me off because they can't fix the tweeter in my GX.
- Revlon may want to rethink their decision on this one.
Bling H2O Special Editions, A Bit Too Much?
A reader sent in this tip and had nothing more to say than sharing the link and "I'm not sure how much more absurd it gets." Pretty dead on if you ask me. Forty bucks a bottle for water because its glass is studded with Swarovski crystals. It comes in blue and another color, and we covered the regular bottles a few months ago, read the original post here. Personally, I don't mind buying Evian, but I see no practicality in buying a glass water bottle (that means you too, Voss). It may have a bit of cool factor for a party or wedding or something, but on a day-to-day basis, I'll stick with good old plastic.Interview: Barton and Gray Fractional Mariners Club
The idea of fractionalizing ownership of expensive things is nothing new; timeshares have been around forever, and companies like Netjets and Flight Options let you own shares in a private jet. And while you can own a share of the 280 Alysia for about $11,000,000, that doesn't seem too practical for casual use. Enter Barton and Gray. They aim to take the hassle out of yacht ownership. Barton and Gray commodore Lyman Perry puts it best, "It has been said that the finest way to boat is to have friends with a yacht, Barton & Gray Mariners Club are your friends with yachts." More on my interview with Douglas Palmer Gray after the jump.Continue reading Interview: Barton and Gray Fractional Mariners Club
The Web Radiator
Maybe it's because I live in a state where the coldest it gets is 30° but then the next day it warms up to boiling, but no matter - I'm kind of obsessed with fancy radiators. The only experience I have with a radiator (the warming your house kind, not the keeps your engine cool kind) is on that episode of friends where the knob breaks off and Rachael and Monica's apparent gets real hot. So when I saw this radiator shaped like a spider web, I thought "man, when I get one of those homes at the base of Lionshead, I've got to get one of those damn things." Too bad it's only a concept.Bloomframe - a window balcony
I already have a balcony (albeit very tiny) but if I lived in a more urban area, the Bloomframe would be worth looking into. The idea is that you fold out your window in to a wee sized balcony and when you're done, return to the separation of keeping the outside out. Plenty of photos are available on the designer's site, but no price, and way too much flash coding.Look! A baby Quattroporte!
Man, look at the beautiful ass end on this thing. Those tail lights aren't for everyone, but I think they're stunning. The Quattroporte is the new "it" car around my neighborhood, maybe the new Granturismo will overtake the 6 series much like its big brother put an end to the CLS's reign. And the specs are as superb as the looks: near 50/50 weight distribution, 400hp V8, the works. Also check out the coverage on our sister site, Autoblog (orginal here).[Thanks, Joseph]
Cinderella Royal Castle Suite
Every little seven-year-old girl would love to stay in Cinderella's Castle, and now some very lucky guests can. Unused space in Walt Disney World's Cinderella Castle has been turned in to the "Suite of a Million Dreams." Here's how it works: at some random place at one of the Disney properties at some random time, a winner will be selected to spend that night in the suite. Though it's said to be random, I'm sure there are some very wealthy fathers out there who would do anything for their daughter to crash in the castle, and Disney would probably welcome these suggestions. But, if you read the press release, notice that the estimated value of the one night stay is only $587. Some more pictures after the jump, including the most uncomfortable looking toilet ever.Many thanks to reader John for the tip!
Thinnest Phone Ever
Hot on the heels of Anton's post, here's the skinny on the thinnest phone period. And guess what, it's a Samsung! Another shocker: they beat their own record. This is getting a bit ridiculous. None-the-less, the Ultra Edition 5.9, and it's a whole millimeter thinner than it's predecessor. Will this spur up rumors of easily broken phones like with the last one? Will it ever be available in the States? Will anyone care?! Yes, no, and probably.[Via Engadget]
Adam, Enjoy Your New Cube
Luxist reader Adam confirmed a couple of days ago that he received his Zontik Games Rubik's Cube in the mail. His entry about his beloved John Deere tractor won him a new desk decoration / plaything. I'm trying to coordinate some more giveaways, but I can't hold any unless we have things to give away, so I'll keep all you readers in loop as I know what's up."Bar" Does Not Mean "Sports Bar"
The omission of words can be just as powerful as the addition of them. So when I say that I'm going to go enjoy a cocktail at a bar while the college superbowl whatever-it's-called is going on, I mean exactly that. What a perfect time to go out and enjoy a nice glass of scotch and a cigar; the bars won't be crowded because Johnny Sportsfan will be watching some team that isn't UT play some other team. Meanwhile, it's the perfect time for me to sip a glass of Johnnie Blue Label and not be bothered. While it may seem like a superficial semantic argument, it also reflects on our society turning away from classic bars to hybrid drinking establishments - some with their 60" plasma TVs with the ESPN logo burned in to them, and others filled with loud techno music and females who apparently haven't paid for a drink in their life. Though the cocktail was born in either Boston or New Orleans (I'd prefer to think Boston) and was perfected in the time of prohibition, it's hard to find a quality bar in America these days. I can think of two (VBar, Cohiba) in this city, maybe a half dozen in the metropolitan area I'm originally from (the bar at Mac's is a personal favorite), but that doesn't really count for much. Sure, there are plenty of real bars in New York, but The City has plenty of everything. I was in Paris a couple of years ago, and it was hard to not find a nice bar. I just think it's sad that the place where the cocktail was born no longer honors it, and those who truly take pleasure in what they drink are forced to do so with people who drink for sport. So, do any Luxist readers care to share what real bars still exist that they frequent?2008 Phantom Drophead
"Mmm ... sexy.""What?"
"This," I said, turning my laptop to show my father, who was sitting on the couch in my gameroom.
"Oh, you're right. Is the front as ugly as the sedan?"
This isn't really about the sedan, nor my couch. It's all about the 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. The front doors are suicide. Seriously, how cool is that? The color is gorgeous, as is the grill and bonnet. Really, my only complaint is the wood slats just behind the rear seats. That kind of makes it look like a swim platform on a nice yacht tender. Under that chromed bonnet is a 453 horsepower 6.75 litre V12. Check out AutoBlog's hi-res photo gallery for all the pics of the $407,000 ride you can handle.
Zontik Games Rubik's Cube Giveaway
To the best of my knowlege, this is the first giveaway that Luxist has done. It's not huge - like HDTV huge - but it is pretty cool. And it'll be easier for me to mail than a TV. Remeber that Rubik's Cube I reviewed this past Spring? It was neat and super heavy and now you can win your very own! All you have to do is leave a comment about your favorite Christmas (or Hanukkah) gift. Pretty simple. I'll pick the answer I like best and contact the winner. You have until sometime on December 30th. Good luck, and many thanks to Roman at Zontik Games for the hookup.





