“Unique, memorable, and emotional experiences” brought “Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée” and “Le Cinq” 3 stars in the Michelin Guide France 2016

Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée and Le Cinq gain three stars in the MICHELIN Guide France 2016. This year two famous luxury Paris establishments picked up three stars in the MICHELIN Guide France 2016: “Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée” and “Le Cinq” restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel George V. Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée, where … Read more

Luxury British Brands of Tomorrow: Walpole’s 12 trailblazing innovators

Luxury Brands of Tomorrow programme by Walpole. Always keen to support emerging British talent, UK luxury brands association Walpole revealed the 2016 selections for the Brands of Tomorrow programme. The 2016 line-up announces those trailblazing innovators who have caught the attention of the world of luxury, considered to be paving the way for generations to … Read more

Tomahawk 2+2 all-electric supercar aims to “complete the Tesla line”

Dubuc Motors is setting the stage for a revolution in the EV market. The total EV market, including plug­ins, hybrids and other electric vehicles, is expected to jump from 2.6 million vehicles sold in 2015 to more than six million vehicles by 2024. Already boasting accolades and recognition internationally, Dubuc Motors intends to “complete the … Read more

Sophia Webster, Emilia Wickstead, Mother of Pearl, Osman, and Prism for 2016 BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund

The 2016 BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund shortlist. The BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund provides one designer with a bespoke, high level mentoring support programme over a twelve month period, as well as a £200,000 grant to provide the necessary infrastructure to take them to the next stage in its business. The 2016 shortlist is: Emilia Wickstead, … Read more

O2 new luxury hotel in London to have one of the largest ballrooms in Europe

InterContinental Hotel Group opens new luxury hotel in London. The InterContinental Hotel Group has announced the opening of its new InterContinental hotel in London, The O2. Alongside its five destination-inspired food and beverage outlets including The Peninsula Restaurant and rooftop sky bar, Eighteen, the hotel boasts a world-class health spa and sumptuous accommodation – including … Read more

Rags and riches: John Galliano’s Martin Margiela collection

At this Paris catwalk show, the philosophy of Maison Margiela was clear: to unpick fashion rather than use it to brandish wealth