High-end hotels have always been the setting for style and fantasy, a venueto see and be seen. This volume explores a relatively new trend, wheremajor fashion houses take over the running of upscale hostelries. Withevery detail coordinated, from bed linens, to décor, china and glassware,the overall effect is of a chic jewel box, where every piece shines. Weget a peek at glamorous hotels conceived and run with flair, by majorfashion players like Bulgari, Christian Lacroix, Ferragamo, and Versace.