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CONTENTS JUNE / JULY 2017
NEWS & TRENDS 020 News & Trends Worldwilde 024 Meet the extraordinary of the second coveted awards 028 Trends 2017: Covetable Objects HOTELS WE COVET: TOP 85 HOTELS 131 12 Apostles Hotel And Spa 033 41 Hotel 096 Acqualina Resort & Spa 140 andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp 048 Argentario Golf Resort & Spa 114 ARIA Resort & Casino 090 Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York 072 Baur au Lac 161 Beloved Playa Mujeres 064 Brenners Park Hotel & Spa 128 Bushmans Kloof Hotel 154 Casa Gangotena 039 Castelbrac Hotel 092 Crosby Street Hotel 100 East, Miami 124 Ellerman House 098 Estates at Acqualina 157 Excellence Playa Mujeres 156 Excellence Punta Cana 170 Excellence Riviera Cancun 160 Finest Playa Mujeres 041 Five Seas Hotel 043 Four Seasons Hotel George V 174 Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong 119 Four Seasons Resort Maui 144 Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An 138 Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti 052 Grand Hotel a Villa Feltrinelli 106 Hotel Bel-Air 062 Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Munich 168 Huka Lodge 050 Il Sereno Hotel 088 InterContinental New York Times Square 158 La Casa Que Canta 172 Langham Hotel, Hong Kong 032 Langham Hotel, London 095 Langham Place, New York 137 Lion Sands Game Reserve 122 Madikwe Safari Lodge 066 Majestic Spa Hotel 102 Mandarin Oriental, Miami 165 Matakuri Lodge 068 Memmo Príncipe Real Hotel Lisboa 120 Montage Kapalua Bay 104 National Hotel 074 Park Hyatt Chicago 069 Park Hyatt Mallorca 054 Park Hyatt Milan 044 Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme 110 Primland 037 Providence Hotel 171 Radisson Blu Hotel 162 Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi
COVER PROJECT Six Senses Laamu, Maldives 082 Row NYC Hotel 150 Sandy Lane Hotel 066 Sofitel Frankfurt Opera 138 Singita Sabora Tented Camp 134 Singita Kruger National Park 178 Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay 146 Six Senses Laamu 170 The Farm At Cape Kidnappers 046 The Grand Hotel du Palais Royal 056 The George Hotel Hamburg 080 The Greenwich Hotel 152 The House by Elegant Hotels 116 The Inn of The Five Graces 118 The Jefferson Hotel 078 The Knickerbocker Hotel 108 The Lodge at Torrey Pines 166 The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs 132 The Oyster Box 176 The Peninsula Shanghai 084 The Quin 130 The Silo Hotel 112 The Spectator Hotel 094 The Surrey Hotel 126 The Table Bay Hotel 142 Titilaka Perú 076 Trump Tower 070 URSO Hotel & Spa 148 Viceroy Bali 055 Villa La Massa 086 Westhouse Hotel New York
Primates by Elena Salmistraro
DESIGN GALLERIST 180 Rare & Unique products INSPIRATIONS 184 How to bring Hotel confort into your house BOOKS WE COVET 188 The Design Hotels book 2017 189 Iconic Hotel and Restaurant Interiors STYLE ICONS 190 Celebrities Favourite travel destinations
Project by Julia Danilova
Primates by Elena Salmistraro
Eden series by Boca do Lobo
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EDITOR’S
Letter
Welcome to CovetED´s Hotel Issue. A Home away from Home is what the best hotels are supposed to feel like.
Nowadays, a hotel should be an idealized version of our homes and looking for inspiration on the world´s best hotels is one of the smartest steps to take when (re)decorating a house. Considering that Hotel Interior Design is one of the most searched subjects on our website, we decided to work on it and satisfy our reader’s search for ideas & inspiration while offering, at the same time, some unbelievable and idyllic travel destinations. From the USA to Asia or even South Africa, we offer you a unique set of some of the best Hotels from the “four corners” of the world. And let me confess that we had some incredible moments while working on this issue, considering that we had the opportunity to experience most of these magnificent hotels and try them by ourselves, so you could have your own close-to-real experience through our eyes. But since you deserve the best of the best, we went a little further and brought you extra editorials related to this subject: A handpicked selection of the best novelties and eye catchers from the renowned Salone del Mobile that are trending right now and will help you achieve beautiful interiors. Moreover, we worked on some ideas to help you bring hotel comfort into your home. And since the main focus of this issue is on Hotels, CovetED shed some light on celebrities’ favourite hotels, as well as on the most beautiful hotels in the world that were designed by famous fashion designers, which you can find in the Style Icons Editorial. So pick up your CovetED, grab a cup of coffee and sit comfortably on a beautiful esplanade, bathed with summer warmth, and enjoy The Hotel Issue of CovetED Magazine.
EDITOR IN CHIEF
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TRENDS 2017 Studio In the Shadow of a Man Lighting Collection
COVETABLE OBJECTS For this issue, Coveted Magazine was inspired by colors, geometric lines and bold design. Every design product of this curated selection is a bold and unique product. The color of the products is the most important characteristic of each one and with out these colors this products would not have the same impact. The purpose of this selection is inspire you to find something bold to make a diference in a simple room or to help you to create an entire risky and colorfull room full of vibrant colors, good energy and good taste.
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Zuza Mengham’s physical manifestations of Laboratory Perfumes. Photography: Ilka Franz
Petite Friture Francis Wall Mirror Small
Takuro Kuwata by Pierre Marie Giraud
Pipe collection for Moroso
Primates by Elena Salmistraro
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THE LANGHAM LONDON, UK The Langham was Europe’s first “Grand Hotel” and today is one
serving the quintessential English feel and level of sophistication
of the largest and best known traditional style grand hotels in
of its early days.The overall décor can be defined as an understated
London. Located in the heart of the West End, just a few minutes’
elegance, with icicle-like chandeliers and enormous vases of fresh
walk from Oxford Circus station along Regent Street, very near
flowers filling the interiors. The hotel oozes class and sophistica-
the BBC Broadcasting House, the hotel has amazing venues on
tion and nothing is too much trouble. The first thing you notice
its magnificent doorsteps.
when you walk in is the amazing smell of the place and the huge
Situated in a historical building, this London icon opened its doors
bouquets of roses. The large standard rooms in the Regent wing
150 years ago attracting royalty, notables and celebrities. A recent
have also been recently modernised. With the recent addition of
renovation allowed the hotel offering the amenities of today. 380
new deluxe suites, the reimagining of Europe’s first Grand Hotel
fully refurbished and sophisticatedly selected rooms and suites
is ever evolving. Now with black, oriental cabinets and pops of
now induce a friendly, residential atmosphere. It’s definitely a
purple velvet, both on the armchair and huge headboard. Marble
setting full of heritage and decorated in a noble taste style, pre-
bathrooms have a bath and large walk-in shower.
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The reconfigured five-star classification hotel presents a beautiful
chefs Albert and Michel Roux can be savoured. There is also the
reception located on the ground floor, as well as and restaurants.
private dining room, Postillion, created by designer David Collins.
Amongst the amenities, guests can find a restored Palm Court,
In this quintessential gem in the heart of London, fitness enthu-
which has served afternoon tea since 1865, a new business centre
siasts can enjoy the fully equipped fitness centre with first-rate
and 15 function rooms, including The Grand Ballroom that can
Technogym cardio and resistance equipment.
accommodate 375 guests for a reception. The new spaces join the
But after all, the hotel is particularly memorable for its staff: kind,
Artesian bar, The Landau restaurant, in which modern interpre-
attentive and generous, making stays comfortable, fun and unfor-
tations of classic French cooking from father and son Michelin
gettable for every guest.
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41 HOTEL LONDON, UK
The award-winning and five-star intimate hospitality venue, 41 Hotel is situated in the heart of London, more specifically Westminster, overlooking the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace and a stone’s throw from Victoria Station. This authentic hotel is composed by an excellent group of passionate professionals whose main purpose is to ensure that each guest has a “home away from home” experience. In 1998, The Hotel was acquired by the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. The Hotel is near to London’s top attractions, including the Leafy St James’s Park and Green Park, which are perfect for a picnic or a morning run, and if one looks forward to going on pleasant wanders, then you have the Westminster Abbey, Downing Street and the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and River Thames A chic black and white design run throughout, including the famous Executive Lounge, in which guests are invited to ‘plunder the pantry’ and enjoy a glass of Champagne by the fireplace. Offering exceptional comfort and luxury, 41 has 30 luxurious rooms and suites that are enriched by exquisite mahogany furniture and details. They are equipped with glamorous Savoir beds that share that striking black and white colour palette.
The three fabulous split-level Junior Suites provide enough space and one glass-roofed Master Suite that will make you feel as if you were floating high above the city. This boutique hotel offers informal and personalised dining and drinking experiences. Coming back to the lustrous and high-class Executive Lounge, guests are able to benefit from delicious drinks and canapés while enjoying a light snack. Feeling almost as a private member’s club, the lounge presents mahogany panelling, glittering chandeliers and a glass roof conceding a cosy and familiar ambience. The Hotel also has an extensive selection of fine champagnes from the South African estate, Bouchard Finlayson. They are served with light dishes that include Sevruga Caviar. At the Hotel’s sister property, The Rubens at the Palace, guests can benefit from a safari-chic Leopard Champagne Bar, which celebrates the social essence through an exclusive environment. There is as well as an award-winning Library Restaurant, which is recognised for its tender meats and Dover Sole. Offering inventive cocktails and mouth-watering burgers, the neighbouring hotel also has a relaxing and fresh Bar & Restaurant. In conclusion, the hotel has been honoured as the best hotel in the World, Europe and London as well as service, with the best recognition a hospitality venue can possibly be awarded with, from Forbes, Trip Advisor, the AA Awards, Condé Nast Johansens and Travel + Leisure.
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MADIKWE SAFARI LODGE MADIKWE, SOUTH AFRICA
The Madikwe Safari Lodge is one of the largest free-malaria sanctuaries in South Africa. The Safari Lodge allows guests to enjoy from several distinctive experiences that are driven by adventure and togetherness, such as private travels, exciting safaris, spa and wellness treatments, crafted cuisine, family activities, and much more. The luxurious reserve is composed by three lodges, the Madikwe Lelapa, which is destined for families and children, the Madikwe Kopano, characterized by a more intimate setting exclusive for a small group of friends, and the Madikwe Dithaba that has a more romantic vibe and provides outstanding views to be enjoyed in the company of loved ones. In the first one, guests can expect a particularly warm hospitality service full of comfort and charm. Lelapa has 12 generous suites defined by a natural essence. Within numerous comfy features, these suites have indoor and outdoor showers as well as a private plunge pool. The second lodge is intended for smaller gatherings having four luxurious suites and a common area. This lodge allows guests to be in touch with the sounds of nature and to truly experience fine dining.
The Dithaba lodge has four suites with private plunge pools, becoming the perfect place, in which one can socialise with friends and, contrary to the others, it is located in a higher position providing superb views over the open plains. Madikwe has a very biodiverse character and historic sense, having a wide variety of features that will propel one’s experience, from a rich biodiversity of mammals to excellent birdwatching, to a broad mix of habitats, to a diverse geology, to intimate accommodations that give access to the most astonishing views over game-filled plains. In reference to weather, the region is classified as semi-arid and the climate varies as from September to April, visitors can enjoy hot wet summers whereas from May to August, cool dry winters strike the region. Nevertheless, the Safari Lodge’s activities are made having in consideration the temperature, thus being the perfect all-year-round destination for tourists. In addition, the Lodge organises morning and evening game drives in open safari vehicles and bush walks for visitors to have the possibility of exploring everything up close and personal. There are also tours to the ecology house and the local community village. In regards to
“In addition, the Lodge organises morning and evening game drives in open safari vehicles and bush walks for visitors to have the possibility of exploring everything up close and personal. ”
suppers, guests can benefit from bush breakfasts and dinners, as well as boma dinners, and there are also plenty of activities for children to have the time of their lives.
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ELLERMAN HOUSE CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
On the slopes of Lion’s Head in the prestigious Bantry Bay residential area in Cape Town sits Ellerman House. Ellerman House stands for the true essence of luxury, refinement and with an exceptional service. What used to be the home of the shipping magnates, Sir John and Lady Ellerman, is now the elegant Cape Edwardian mansion and is known for having one of the most beautiful ocean views in South Africa. Ellerman House is situated just 10 minutes from the heart of Cape Town and the one-and-a-half-acre property, now privately owned, stands as an iconic showcase of South Africa’s finest hospitality, cuisine, art, wine and leisure. The boutique hotel has 13 rooms, 2 suites and 2 three-bedroom Villas. Each room is individually decorated offering all the luxuries of five-star accommodations. Attention to detail ensures that there are no two rooms alike. As for the amenities, the property boasts two lounges, a library, a dining room, three dining terraces, a spa, a fitness centre, pool, brandy lounge, Wine Gallery, Contemporary Art Gallery and Champagne Cellar. Since the property is not open to the public, it guarantees the offer of a genuine level of privacy and exclusivity to guests. Entirely separate from Ellerman House but still on the same property, two exclusive-use, privately staffed villas offer all the benefits of being attached to a small hotel with the advantage of complete privacy and flexibility.
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The great news for those who have kids or simply like to travel in a group, they are perfectly suited to families or friends. Built on multiple levels with en suite bedrooms, spacious entertainment and relaxation areas, and private infinity pools, each villa epitomises the glamorous beach lifestyle for which Cape Town has become famous.
“the greatest reward and luxury of travel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted” Ten fantastic tours have been hand-selected that let you explore the different corners of southern Africa, that let you experience the land and its people in several different ways – whether from the seat of a luxury train or beside the Victoria Falls. All of these tours include a few nights at Ellerman House and can be tailor-made to suit your exact needs. What are you waiting for to start planning your African holiday of a lifetime?
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FINEST PLAYA MUJERES CANCÚN, MEXICO
And then there are the magical moments that happen quietly just by spending time together in your suite, like a group swim in your pool or watching a movie together. Put the brakes on the stresses of everyday life at Finest Playa Mujeres. Be free to experience new rituals, learn new skills, start new traditions and create new memories. In terms of accommodations, Finest Playa Mujeres feature oversized Jacuzzis for two, spacious private balconies, sumptuous beds for the sweetest of dreams. You can only expect luxe appointments at every turn. Modern design and Located among the stunning white powder sands and turquoise
Mexican spirit merge for the latest in comfort, style and elegance.
water of Playa Mujeres, Mexico, Finest Playa Mujeres welcomes
Every suite at The Finest Resort in Playa Mujeres delivers a five-
and accommodates guests of all ages, featuring 450 appoint-
star experience with the essentials you demand in a luxury all-in-
ed guest suites, the exclusive Excellence Club, the Finest Club,
clusive resort and the extras out of the ordinary, such as spa-like
among other deluxe amenities. Set on a peninsula of pristine
bathrooms with rain showerheads and pillow menus.
virgin beaches and crystal Caribbean waters, Finest Resort Playa
For guests seeking exclusivity on an even higher scale, The Finest
Mujeres is gated, private and yet accessible. Cancun International
Club for all ages and Excellence Club for adults offer tailored ser-
Airport is just 25 minutes away and downtown Cancun is even
vices like private check-in, upgraded in-suite amenities and access
closer. Within an oasis of pools fringed by a two-mile beach, Fin-
to members-only lounges, bars and beach areas.
est Playa Mujeres is the only all-inclusive luxury family friendly
Open yourself up to a suite of possibilities, since from the mo-
resort in the Cancun area. You are able to connect when you
ment you come to Finest Playa Mujeres, you escape to an all-in-
want and disconnect when you need to. Finest Resort is filled
clusive world within a world.
with little hideaways and romantic corners. With spacious family suites featuring an additional room for children plus amenities and activities designed for both adults and kids, every member of the family can create the vacation of their dreams. At Finest, we like to share the luxury, and the love. So we provide a multi-age environment that enhances your individual experience. An ever-changing activity list makes it completely impossible to get bored. When it’s time to celebrate away-time as one, family-friendly spa treatments, live entertainment and group classes as varied as cooking and introductory scuba guarantee it’s time well spent.
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BELOVED PLAYA MUJERES ISLA MUJERES, MEXICO
Welcome to Beloved Playa Mujeres! Nestled on an immaculate white sand beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea, Beloved Playa Mujeres is an unparalleled adults-only paradise in Playa Mujeres, Mexico. Just minutes away from Cancun, this all-inclusive 5-star luxury boutique hotel features an exquisite choice of lavish suites, an extensive spa and fitness facility, a variety of fine dining, seaside golf, boating and fishing, and a host of other activities on sea and land. Whatever your pleasure, at Beloved Playa Mujeres Mexico, impeccable service and natural Caribbean beaches set the stage for an unforgettable five-star, boutique, all-inclusive experience. At Beloved Playa Mujeres, luxury is translated into an adults-only, boutique, all-inclusive experience. With all-suite accommodations, this resort is distinct from other Cancun beach resorts. Nine different suite categories give you a range of options such as ocean views, private plunge pool or beachfront location. Suites are designed to ensure upmost comfort and feature free wireless Internet and lavish amenities such as a pillow menu and Bulgari toiletries. Everything is arranged to ensure that you are able to completely relax and enjoy the beauty and romanticism of the Caribbean. At the resort, there is a philosophy of wellness that informs every detail and is a central part of any luxury vacation. In a welcoming atmosphere of serenity and relaxation, this luxury Cancun spa experience offers an unparalleled range of full-service beauty and wellness treatments and spa amenities to revitalise body and soul and to set you on a path to total wellness. Dining is an integral part of the luxury all-inclusive,
your balanced diet on hold while you’re on vacation. At Beloved
boutique experience. Four different restaurants offer the best in fine
Playa Mujeres, fine dining and comfortable social settings are right
dining, from gourmet dishes inspired by international influences to
around the corner.Enjoy an extensive selection of snacks, entrees
the fresh and spicy flavours of local Mexican cuisine. Allow yourself
and refreshing beverages, and an excellent service poolside or at
to enjoy refreshing fresh fruit juices and tropical cocktails with the
the beach from the comfort of your lounger, with the soundtrack
best views of the Caribbean at the available bars and lounges, or
of lapping waves and the scent of salty air breezes. For an un-
indulge in the pleasures of gourmet cuisine in the privacy of your
forgettable evening, take the romance to a higher level with a
own suite with the 24h room service. Fresh ingredients and healthy
private dinner on the beach, and see how magical a décor of sand,
dishes are available at all the restaurants, so you don’t have to put
stars and sea can be.
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Design gallerist Rare & Unique Products
Much-anticipated design gallery featuring a highly curated online exhibit of contemporary design, renowned designers, and emergent cutting-edge newcomers. As a frontier between design and art, Design Gallerist’s uncovers the evolution in contemporary design, broadcasts International design shows, gives you interviews with design icons, previews gallery showings and guides you through the most important breakthroughs in contemporary design.
ROM AN TI C AN D ORGAN I C E N E RGY, NEW DESIGN ESTHETIC
WWW.DESIGNGALLERIST.COM
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LIMITED EDITION SIDE TABLES BY VINCENZO DE COTIIS Vincenzo De Cotiis creates transformative and organic pieces that surpass both time and beauty with coffee tables that resemble neoromantic pools of water, contorted metal light fixtures shaped like twisted branches and table bases rooted like stumps of trees. “The artist references and reinterprets art with just as much emphasis on the design process as the end product. As a result, Vincenzo De Cotiis creates unique, contemporary and highly aesthetic pieces that simultaneously work as pieces of furniture as well as sculptural art.” www. carpentersworkshopgallery.com
NATE CABINET BY LISA BERKERT WALLARD More often than ever, the process idea required to create something defines its purpose and character more than its appearance. Like the idea of reincarnation, the creative process is a journey in which ideas take different forms. It is the story of how our creations come to life and how they affect – and are affected by – their environment. www. lisabw.se
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MONOCHROME CONSOLE LIMITED EDITION BY BOCA DO LOBO An example of an utmost level of both skill and imagination combined to create an exceptionally unique object that will stand out in any room. Monochrome expresses the vision of its time, but also wins temporality in each detail. This piece distinguishes itself through its good taste and a sophisticated touch, as well as by the urban and contemporary character of its use. www.bocadolobo.com
EDEN CENTER TABLE LIMITED EDITION BY BOCA DO LOBO The mystic behind the name inspires Eden. This centre table represents a part of the tree of knowledge and the tale of the birth of desire. Boca do Lobo uses the highest quality materials and textures, giving them shapes through objects that create a cosmopolitan luxury environment, finding the finest example in this table. Fully made of polished casted brass, with a delicately engraved top exposing the heart of a golden tree to the very heart of a home. Available a set of two centre tables and also an elegant and highly decorative side table. www.bocadolobo.com
FUR COCOON BY CAMPANA BROTHERS The Campana Brothers have softened their original fibreglass Cocoon, from the Milan Objets Nomades, with short-hair lambskin upholstery. Suspended on a steel and brass hook, the pod envelops sitters in plush cushions. Like the Blossom stool, the Cocoon evokes the idea of a natural metamorphosis—really, the best sort of journey, where the end is a new beginning. It is also included at Louis Vuitton installations / Objets Nomades Today, Louis Vuitton presents an installation composed of its most emblematic creations, some of which were especially made for Design Miami/: the Stool by Atelier Oi, the Cocoon by the Campana Brothers, the Bell Lamp by Barber & Osgerby, the Concertina Table, Chair and Light shade by Raw Edges, the Swing Chair by Patricia Urquiola and the Lounge Chair by Marcel Wanders. Louis Vuitton also unveils the Blossom Stool, designed by Tokujin Yoshioka, and the Fur Cocoon by the Campana Brothers. Sharing a sense of intuitiveness, desire, and pleasure, the Objets Nomades continue Louis Vuitton’s tradition of offering inspiring and surprising designs to clients all over the world. www. campanas.com.br
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ORGANIC BRASS CABINET BY WERNER NEUMANN This brass or stainless steel cabinet is inspired by organic forms found in nature. It was established in the embodiment of atypical forms of materials such as brass and leather. Items from the collection Birchwood were covered with birch bark, which the designer found in the forest. Some of the items in this collection are covered with epoxy glue and then painted, and some were left untreated. www.artnet.com
RACKET CHAIR BY CAMPANA BROTHERS Seating that recycles itself, RACKET CHAIR BY THE CAMPANA BROTHERS, in their Racket collection, combines bent brass, nylon stitched base, and a hand-stitched motif made from remnant backings of Thonet chairs, originally designed over a century ago. www. campanas.com.br
KELLY SOFA BY KOKET The luxurious and bodacious Kelly sofa recalls the cool girl sipping Cosmos in the dark corner of a chic NYC lounge. Her fluid curves are harmoniously matched by sumptuously pleated waves of deep blue velvet upholstery. Her tell is a striking polished brass band hugging the base of her curvaceous body, leaving you constantly searching for a golden glimpse of her copious beauty. www.bykoket.com
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