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Word: 18karat (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 2004-2004
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Maybe the recent uptick on Wall Street has motivated designers of fashion and home furnishings to go for all-out glitz again. Whatever the reason, gold is cropping up on everything from Gucci snakeskin stilettos to 18karat cappuccino machines. Trend spotter Jane Buckingham, president of Youth Intelligence, says, "Coming out of pessimistic times and recession, people are ready for a bit of luxury again, and nothing says luxury like gold...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Mighty Midas | 2/16/2004 | See Source »

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