Male grooming subscription boxes: perfect for men too modern to shop?
US beauty firms are offering to send monthly boxes of face-wash, cologne and hair gel in the post – who would want one?
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Westminster Abbey proves divine inspiration for Gucci
The historic abbey has seen plenty of extraordinary outfits but nothing like the luxury brand’s fashion show in its cloisters
Giorgio Armani revenues hit by China slowdown
Italian fashion house is latest luxury brand to suffer from economic slump in emerging markets and tourists’ terrorism fears
Louis Vuitton cruise collection seeks fashion’s next dimension in Brazil
Against futuristic backdrop, Nicolas Ghesquière focuses on nostalgic Ipaneman glamour and country’s sporting heritage
Top 10 secret gardens in the UK
All eyes may be on Chelsea for the flower show next week, but for a more peaceful day out, check out our selection of lesser-known oases around the UK
Ports of call: a wine tour of the Douro
Portugal’s Douro region is famous for its port, but also produces fine, good-value reds and top nosh. Perfect, then, for thirsty foodies like our writer