The line, whose items range in price from $22 to $150, was inspired by Lopez's "glamorous and cosmopolitan lifestyle" as a "globally recognized entertainer".

People are often also attracted by the advantages of a cosmopolitan lifestyle such as shops, restaurants, theatres and nightlife.

Pharmaceutical, aerospace and software companies, among others, are now flourishing, with investors drawn by the city's multilingual work force, cosmopolitan lifestyle and business-friendly government.

In France, Diouana hopes to continue her former nanny job and anticipates a cosmopolitan lifestyle.

But shopping has been superceded by travelers' interest in experiencing its cosmopolitan lifestyle or its historical and cultural offerings.

This range targets women who are "fashion savvy and lead a cosmopolitan lifestyle".

"People move here for the cosmopolitan lifestyle, not necessarily the property values," he said.

In 1955, Unwin traveled and studied in Mexico to be closer to Boston's cosmopolitan lifestyle.

They tend to enjoy cosmopolitan lifestyles with varied interests.

"We're swamped, especially with people from the city who want to live in the suburbs without giving up the cosmopolitan lifestyle they're used to."