Month: September 2015

Melnichenko’s epic Sailing Yacht A’, the world’s biggest sailing ship, set on its maiden voyage

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Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko, founder of the fertilizer producer EuroChem, upgraded his £190million superyacht for a new £260m vessel with one of the simplest names – “A”. ‘Sailing Yacht A‘, now taking its first sea trials in Kiel, northern Germany, is the world’s biggest sailing ship. The 468ft-long luxury yacht designed by Philippe Starck was built near … Read more

The Iconic Cuban Cigar: A History

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Cuba’s most famous and iconic export has a luxurious reputation and rich history. The Cuban cigar is one of the country’s most profitable exports and is arguably one of the most highly-regarded tobacco products in the world. The first origins of the prestigious Cuban cigar were in 1492, when Christopher Columbus landed on the Caribbean … Read more

Burberry Capsule for Man Cover to Cover

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Tom Odell and Harry Treadaway showcase new Burberry Autumn Winter 2015 eyewear

This October, London’s Harrods is celebrating all things menswear with the launch of Harrods Man Cover to Cover.

Highlights of Harrods Man Cover to Cover include worldwide-exclusive capsule collections from Balmain, Burberry, DSquared2, Giorgio Armani, Givenchy, Neil Barrett, as well as limited-edition pieces from 3.1 Phillip Lim, Balenciaga, Christopher Kane, Moschino, and Versace.

Burberry contributes with an exclusive capsule collection designed especially for the occasion.

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“The covetable collection includes everything from timeless outerwear staples – think tailored trench coats in cosy cashmere – to neat knitwear and designer collectables in the form of the super-cute Thomas Bear,” unveiled the London high-end department store. The exclusives will be introduced by vlogger Jim Chapman on Friday 2nd October.

Harrods Man Cover to Cover will encapsulate menswear departments in-store, from Luxury, Contemporary, to Active
and International. Plus, throughout October, Harrods will host a series of in-store events, personal appearances
and window installations.

see Oscar Robertson, Jackson Hale and Harry Treadaway in Burberry men's tailoring, Clara Paget and Oscar Robertson wrap up in Burberry cashmere scarves in autumnal shades Campaign stars Ella Richards, Oliver Burslem and Holliday Grainger in iconic trench coats featuring bohemian prints for AW15  Burberry_Harrods Man Cover to Cover-The Westminster Long Heritage Trench Coat

A cast of young British talent from the worlds of fashion, film and music star in the Burberry Autumn/ Winter 2015
campaign, shot on the streets of St James’s in London by Mario Testino. We can see Oscar Robertson, Jackson Hale
and Harry Treadaway in men’s tailoring, cashmere scarves and accessories from the Burberry Autumn/Winter 2015
collection, while Tom Odell and Harry Treadaway showcase new Burberry eyewear.

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British musician Ranald Macdonald and model Amber Anderson wearing Burberry heritage trench coats and fringed scarves for AW15

Sir Paul Smith’s tailoring innovation – A Suit To Travel In

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2016 Power Pieces: Paul Smith Travel Suit.

Sir Paul Smith’s tailoring innovation – A Suit To Travel In

In a true Sir Paul Smith style, the designer unveiled during London Collections: Men Spring Summer 2016 a tailoring innovation – a travel suit with an extraordinary ease of wear. The unique characteristics were demonstrated by Olympic medal- winning gymnast, Max Whitlock and a troop from the National Centre of Circus Arts. In Paul Smith’s Travel Suit you can make handstands, backflips, and even more. A versatile and super-practical piece of tailoring, the Italian- constructed suit uses quick recover cloth, crease-resistant pure wool yarn.

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“The definition of great design is that it should deliver a perfect combination of form and function,” explained Paul Smith fashion house.

“At Paul Smith we design beautiful things to be worn and enjoyed. We believe that clothes should not only look good, but should also be fit for purpose. That is why we have created a new suit, tailored to travel in – soft and versatile, it is characterised by a contemporary, neat fit. Harnessing the natural qualities of 100% wool, the new Paul Smith travel suit is designed to move with you. The cloth’s stretch and crease-recovery properties mean that whatever your journey, you’ll always look well turned out.”

Paul Smith’s Suit To Travel In is available for men and women in black, navy, and grey (£730.00). The men’s suit is available in 3 fits: Slim, Soho and Mayfair. The suit is sold complete or as separate items.

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The Marchesa Bridal Capsule Collection for St. Regis Hotels & Resorts

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St. Regis Hotels & Resorts has partnered with luxury fashion brand, Marchesa, to create four exclusive couture bridal gowns. The ultra-luxury hospitality brand St. Regis has always been a beloved destination for weddings around the world. Drawing inspiration from some of the St. Regis brand’s most iconic urban and resort destinations St. Regis Connoisseurs Georgina Chapman … Read more

Ai Weiwei, Julian Assange and graffiti grannies – the week in art

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Ai Weiwei and the Celts conquer London. Plus extraordinary outsider artists, endangered buildings and the real Alice in Wonderland – in your weekly dispatch