Nicole Richie

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American television personality Nicole Richie, adopted daughter of Lionel Richie and Karen Moss, rose to fame in the early 2000s with the reality series “The Simple Life.” Throughout her teenage years, Richie became synonymous with thousand-dollar outfits, and a highly publicized and glamorized lifestyle alongside her childhood friend and socialite Paris Hilton. In 2010, Richie married Joel Madden of Good Charlotte and is the mother of two children, Harlow and Sparrow Madden. Now, Richie primarily concentrates on her role as creative director at lifestyle brand House of Harlow 1960.

On May 26, the celebrity couple sold their Beverly Hills abode to renowned musical artist Adele. Reportedly, Adele purchased several Bel Air properties with the intent to create a private compound. Richie and Madden’s 5,515 square foot former home was settled at a price of $9.95 million. However, the news that was not reported at the time was on May 13 when Richie had already closed another deal on an even larger Beverly Hills mansion for a $10.15 million.

Built in 1987, Richie and Madden’s newfound 6,100-square-foot space has been recently redesigned by married duo and SIMO Design co-founders Sam Gnatovich and Alexi Rennalls. The five bedroom, six bath residence was inspired by historical Parisian architecture and the Chanel flagship store in Paris. Stepping inside, the home opens to an elegant curving stairway to contrast its box like exterior structure. Distinctive design features include immense pocket doors and clean lines combined with more traditional crown molding. Throughout the home, marble serves as a key element from the kitchen island to the bath to various fireplaces around the property. Stepping outside, the 0.36-acre exterior presents a pool, hot tub, lush landscape, and mature olive trees shading the comfortable lounge area.

Drew Fenton of Hilton & Hyland served as the listing broker while Brett Lawyer of Hilton & Hyland served as the buyer’s agent in this deal.

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"Simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance."

With those words, fashion designer Coco Chanel once famously described her brand’s unique style, which was responsible for inspiring an entire generation of designers and artists around the world. Decades later, her groundbreaking vision is still inspiring people across multiple industries—including our own. 

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Pedini Miami’s new multi-million dollar project in West Palm Beach is the latest to draw inspiration from the French fashion house. With Chanel-inspired closet designs and furnishings, the 19,000 sq. ft. waterfront property exemplifies all that the Chanel name stands for— simplicity, elegance, and comfort.

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Some of the project’s most prominent features include monochromatic color schemes and simple, straight lines that combine to create that modern, sophisticated look that is unmistakably Chanel. The house also boasts $1.3 million in Pedini custom cabinetry, and the kitchen is from Pedini Miami’s signature Arke collection, which perfectly complements the simple elegance of Pedini Miami designs.

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In addition to all the elegant features, other important highlights make this home one of South Florida’s most impressive luxury properties today. These include 14ft ceilings, a 6-car garage, a custom boomerang-shaped bar, and interior walls covered in the finest marble. Oh, and did we mention that it is a waterfront property? So, you can get vacation-like views from dusk ‘till dawn all year long.

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This new waterfront home will be listed on the market at $19,900,000. To learn more about the property, location, and specific features, contact David J. Rousso from Compass at 305-915-8994. For more information about Pedini Miami, visit PediniMiami.com or visit their Miami showroom at 250 Altara Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33146.

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Known for its world-class offerings in hair, makeup, skincare and men’s services, Saks Fifth Avenue will exclusively extend their unique services to residents. This includes onsite preparation for everything from black-tie events and galas to birthday parties and business meetings. On top of that, Centrale residents will also have access to The Fifth Avenue Club’s premiere private styling and personal gift shopping via a Saks Fifth Avenue hotline. With just a quick phone call from anywhere in the world, at any time, the Centrale concierge can make arrangements, appointments and complimentary deliveries at the convenience of the residents.

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This is great for the holiday season as Saks Fifth Avenue’s gift shopping gurus can help alleviate the stress of holiday shopping by ensuring Centrale residents have a chic, one-of-a-kind gifts – all wrapped, delivered and ready to be received.

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With exclusive access to in-house fashion shows, seasonal fashion forecasts, fine jewelry presentations, and access to top beauty experts. These new collection previews will feature top fashion houses such as Dior, Chanel, Gucci, Prada, Fendi, Oscar de la Renta and Saint Laurent; fine jewelry lines from Bulgari, Chopard, Cartier and DeBeers; and a plethora of luxury beauty brands including La Mer, YSL, Tom Ford, and Dior.

As a part of the ongoing partnership, Saks will also support the residents’ preferred charities by devising unique programs including shopping events where 10% of purchases can be donated to the charity of choice or creating unique gift bag items.

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The fashion mogul, who serves as creative director for both Fendi and Chanel, purchased the property in the Hamburg suburb of Blankenese back in 1989. Around the same time, his longtime partner, Parisian socialite Jacques de Bascher passed away and in a showcase of respect and commitment, Lagerfeld named the home after him – “Villa Jacko.”

Over the years, the designer left his own artistic touches on the Roman-style hilltop estate, which overlooks the Elbe River. Lagerfeld commissioned art conservator Renate Kant to restore the old-time veneer of the residence, which was originally constructed in the 1920s as a single-story home. He also filled the rooms with heavy, ornate brocades in a juxtaposition to the stern stone exterior.

Later, Lagerfeld described the interior as “very Weimar Republic” in a book titled “Ein Deutsches Haus” (A German House). Less than a decade after buying the home, he sold it, for its location was too serene to spur productivity.

“It’s impossible to live on the Elbe,” Lagerfeld said in Engel & Völkers’ proprietary magazine, GG. “You spend all your time looking out at the river. You ended up becoming lazy.”

Engel & Völkers in Hamburg has listed the classical home, which features a Roman water pool in the grant foyer, an atrium and gold-leaf ornaments throughout the living spaces on the first floor. The second story, an after-thought appended to the house in the 1930s, holds several bedrooms in a much more relaxed and cozy ambiance.

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Mayfair is "posh" London. The affluent West End London area borough has been an upper-class playground since the 18th century. Its maze-like streets and storied arcades remain a favored shopping, eating, and socializing destination for the world's elite. It's the neighborhood recognized as the most expensive property square in the British version of a Monopoly game board.

For the steep prices it demands, Mayfair has a lot to offer in culture, cuisine, sophistication, and style.

Mayfair Hotels

While historic Mayfair hotels like Claridge's and The Dorchester have pampered royal guests, for a sense of prestige, stay at The Ritz. Opened in 1906 as the first steel-framed building in London, this world-famous hotel is an unparalleled example of British refinement.

Steep in the tradition of an English afternoon tea in The Ritz' glorious Palm Court, or dine under crystal chandeliers in the Michelin-starred Ritz restaurant led by Executive Chef, John Williams MBE.

Rooms at The Ritz feature antique period furniture and five-star service. The decadent Trafalgar Suite is decorated in colors representing Admiral Nelson's victory over the combined Franco-Spanish fleet.

The glamour of The Ritz' atmosphere is ironically entwined with England's war history. Winston Churchill, Dwight Eisenhower, and Charles de Gaulle once talked World War II strategy in the elegant Marie Antoinette Suite.

Mayfair Shopping

Shepherd Market is considered to be the village center of Mayfair, but shoppers looking for the best high-end designer stores and exclusive boutiques head to Bond Street.

Armani, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Jimmy Choo, and Louis Vuitton all have storefronts on Bond. Just behind Bond Street, is the covered Burlington Arcade, running from Piccadilly to Burlington Gardens, this handsome colonnade includes Chanel and Manolo Blahnik among its desirable upmarket retailers and high-fashion boutiques.

Collectors in the market for a rare Rolex or Patek Philippe should explore Armour-Winston, Bond street's most trusted vintage watch supplier.

Mayfair Art and Culture

Two famous musicians lived on Brook Street in Mayfair. George Frederic Handel had a flat there, while Jimi Hendrix called the same place home more than 200 years later.

The Royal Academy of Arts is located in Burlington House and The Fine Art Society is one of many galleries on New Bond Street displaying both established and contemporary artists' work for savvy collectors.

Mayfair Dining

There is an abundance of fine dining options in Mayfair. The whimsical Sketch offers contemporary French and vegetarian fusion in a setting reminiscent of a Wes Anderson film.

Hours after Queen Elizabeth II was crowned, she became the first royal to eat in public at Quagliano's (called "Quags" by locals) enjoying the upmarket Euro-style brasserie that always hosts a well-heeled clientele.

For more Eastern flavors, Hakkassan and Nobu offer upscale Cantonese and Japanese fine-dining experiences.

The upscale Nobu chain has locations in Dubai, Hong Kong, Cape Town, Melbourne, and Mexico, but this Mayfair London location is a favorite of Kendall Jenner, Megan McKenna, and Matt Damon. Drake ate here after performing with Rihanna at the BRITS.

Celebrities love the low-calorie healthy Japanese food that Chef Nobu Matsuhisa is famous for.

Mayfair Member's Clubs

One feature that makes Mayfair so exclusive is its high-volume of private members' clubs. You have to be a member or get an invite to one of these opulent hangouts where celebrities and royalty sip cocktails on leather couches, enjoying the freedom found behind locked doors.

Morton's private members' club is a restaurant, lounge, and nightclub that offers a refined yet relaxed experience. The panoramic balcony provides beautiful views of Berkeley Square Gardens, while an art deco basement nightclub called 2&8 has a spacious dance floor, DJ booth and a bar, making it a perfect setting for fashion shows or deluxe parties.

Meghan Markle enjoyed a dinner recently at Little House, a private club opened by the Soho House group. This quiet house in Mayfair includes a restaurant, drawing room, and salon bar decorated with art by Taryn Simon and Jenny Holzer.

Visitors may bump into members Keira Knightley or James Corden enjoying the "subversively casual" atmosphere that is trademark here.

Mayfair Property

With the dust settling from the Brexit decision, London real estate is ramping up. Many historic Mayfair properties are enjoying a contemporary redressing these days as the resident profile trends younger.

Rap and style icon of the moment, A$AP Rocky bought a flat in Mayfair because unlike most of the places he goes, "they don't know who I am over there, they don't care about me that's why I love it."

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Twenty Grosvenor Square, a Four Seasons Private Residence, will be complete this summer. The building will offer 37 private residences including 3 luxury penthouses.

This world-class development will combine the comforts of home with the 24-hour concierge, valet services, and amazing amenities that characterize the Four Seasons.

With its established Victorian wealth mingling with the recent influx of the young elite, the grand squares of Mayfair stand to remain the symbol of posh London living.

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These are the hot neighborhoods where celebrities live in London

Kensington and Chelsea

This area has long had a reputation for luxury and swank. It's known to hide some of the most outrageous basement bunkers complete with underground swimming pools and million dollar man caves. Townhouses here are flush with state-of-the-art fixtures and fancy roof gardens that compliment the charming Georgian architecture.

British rap sensation Stormzy keeps a flat in Chelsea near rock legend Eric Clapton, while fashion designer Paul Smith's Kensington mansion is worth $135 million. Rowan Atkinson and Madonna also bought homes here.

London has its share of millionaire boroughs, but K & C is the richest of them all. A penthouse in the Bulgari building in Knightsbridge sold for a whopping $157 million five years ago.

Notting Hill

This affluent section of West London was on everyone's radar after the 1999 romantic comedy of the same name starring Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant hit multiplexes.

It is prized for its renowned market where you can find vintage Chanel, Dior, and Hermes.

Notting Hill seems to hold a special place in the hearts of musicians. Damon Albarn lives and supports the local businesses on Portobello Road. When Tori Amos lived here she used to serenade the locals on the piano in a tiny brasserie. Bjork and Robbie Williams are also rumored to call Notting Hill home.

Richmond

Tom Hardy, a couple of Rolling Stones, Pete Townshend of British rock band, the Who, David Attenborough, Jerry Hall, actress Amanda Holden, Rick Astley, and Richard Ashcroft all live in Richmond.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie also bought a $16-million home here in happier times.

Pete Townshend of the Who's Richmond Mansion

The Richmond Theatre plays host to celebrities performing in limited runs, while the neighborhood homes offer everything from Victorian mansions to modern apartments.

Regents Park

The area around one of London's royal parks is a place many celebrities have purchased homes.

The northwest side–an area known as St. John's Wood, attracts the likes of Keith Richards, Kate Moss, Sir Paul McCartney, Ewen McGregor, Sir Richard Branson, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and record-producer Mark Ronson.

Artist Damien Hirst's Regents Park manse has a basement for his art collection.

You know it's a money place when the Rolling Stones' song "Play With Fire" contains the lyrics: "Your mother she's an heiress, owns a block in Saint John's Wood."

Belsize Park

Just to the Northeast of Regents is Belsize Park where Helena Bonham Carter and Tim Burton are known to reside, along with Tom Hiddleston, the Gallagher brothers, Sean Bean, Kate Hudson, Hugh Laurie, Jude Law, and Martin Freeman.

Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow caused a lot of commotion here a few years ago with their frequent renovations to their $7 million  mansion.

Clapham

One of South London's hippest areas, Clapham has become an enclave for powerful celebrity women. J.K. Rowling, Vivienne Westwood, Margot Robbie, and Vanessa Redgrave are among the famous faces here.

Stroll through Clapham Common on a Saturday morning and you'll see people working out with wireless headphones, yoga by the bandstand, and plenty of friendly dog walkers.

Fulham

Young-money celebs are drawn to the independent boutiques, hangout spots like the Durrell Arms, fabulous brunches at Manuka Kitchen, and the chic window displays Fulham has going on.

Inside a contemporary Fulham flat

One stretch on Fulham Road is known as "The Beach" and you'll find it lined with convertible Porsches parked outside of the numerous gastropubs and galleries.

Want more celebrity London news? Check out the Regent Park house Daniel Day-Lewis filmed his last movie.

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