On the Goodwood Lawn<\/p><\/div>\n
The glossy publication Vanity Fair <\/em>describes its raison d’\u00eatre\u00a0as “From world affairs to entertainment, business to fashion, crime to society,\u00a0Vanity Fair is a cultural catalyst that drives the popular dialogue globally.” <\/em><\/p>\n
Out for The Count<\/p><\/div>\n
Pretty pretentious stuff and a definite candidate for Pseuds’ Corner, so perhaps not the place to look for something that would appeal to this site.<\/p>\n
High Hats and Arrowed Collars, White Spats and Lots of Dollars<\/p><\/div>\n
Well that’s another of my theories that bites the dust. I found this<\/a> engaging piece about the fabulous car collection of Ralph Lauren. Sixty odd classics that are all in working order.<\/p>\n
Radiating Power<\/p><\/div>\n
We are indeed fortunate that Mr. Lauren shares his treasure with us peons at shows like the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Back in 2008 the unique 1930 Mercedes-Benz SSK \u201cCount Trossi\u201d Roadster joined the others in the Cartier “Style et Luxe” exhibition.<\/p>\n
Those of you interested in the above work of art can see more on UCP, HERE.<\/a><\/p>\n
Meanwhile take a few minutes and go over to Vanity Fair to marvel at the whole collection.<\/p>\n
John Brooks. January 2011<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"