What’s Cool

what’s cool? COMPILED BY IAIN BLACKWELL

SEAPODS & GREENPODS Ocean Builders, a leading innovation technology company, will this month unveil the world’s first eco-restorative futuristic floating homes. The range of price-accessible Pods includes the original SeaPod customised for aquatic living, and the GreenPod and EcoPod for land use, which have been created to optimise high-quality living experiences driven by cutting-edge technology. i www.oceanbuilders.com

CARRERA Y CARRERA – BACK TO ORIGENS The Carrera y Carrera Back to Origens campaign features Portuguese model and influencer, Ana Ventura, who succinctly conveys the values of a modern woman, sure of herself, with character and poise. Magnificently photographed by the international celebrity photographer, Valero Rioja, the collection pays homage to the iconic brand’s history and acquired expertise. i www.carreracollection.com

PUERTO BANÚS – SUPERCARS

Puerto Banús recently hosed a unique exhibition of supercars valued at more than €100 Million comprising the 1st edition of the Costa del Sol Concours d’Elegance. The impressive vehicles included the world’s only Lamborghini Aventador J, a Formula 1 car from the Alpine team, and a 1919 Hispano Suiza previously belonging to King Alfonso XIII, which received the Best of Show award. i www.puerto-banus.com NICOLAS CAGE – FACE OF CASABLANCA Iconic actor, Nicolas Cage, stars as the new face of Casablanca’s AW22 campaign alongside Alton Mason and Anok Yai. Creative Director, Charaf Tajer, sought someone who could embrace the artistic values of the brand. Having recently purchased a Casablanca shirt and developed a true affinity for Casablanca’s stylish and vibrant designs, Nicolas Cage was a natural fit. i www.casablancaparis.com

ALBA & SERGIO

PERFUME Dejavu brands created a unique and special fragrance for the wedding of the influencer Alba Silva and the footballer Sergio Rico, who plays for Paris SaintGermain. Originally intended as a special gift for the guests of the wedding, its popularity was such that the couple decided to further the collaboration through the commercialisation of the perfume in the Dejavu online store.

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GRUPO MOSH – NU DOWNTOWN

Grupo Mosh has inaugurated its latest gastronomic venue, NU Downtown, which is located inside the iconic and newly opened Hard Rock Hotel in Marbella. The new restaurant offers a high-level cosmopolitan experience with exquisite Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, an impeccable cocktail menu, live DJ spun music and entertainment in their dinner show format. i www.grupomosh.com

NIKE SWIM

Famous brand, Nike has launched its Icon collection comprising swimsuits and bikinis that feature high quality fabrics with supreme comfort for long days at the pool and beach. The range brings patterns that adapt to the female form enhancing confidence in the wearer, and provides versatility with high waists, bikinis that play with straps, fluor colours and even reversible garments. i www.nike.com

INTERNATIONAL RAMEN DAY

Lovers of Ramen had a great reason to celebrate on August 25, which was International Ramen Day. Asian restaurants throughout the world offered special Ramen dishes, such as Ninja Ramen in Madrid, part of the Bellaciao Group, where expert chefs in this delicacy perfected the broth over 12 hours, and seasoned with spices and select ingredients like truffles. i www.grupobellaciaogroup.com

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