1900 - Issue 2

Issue Two 2023/24

Exploring

54 A Touch of Glamour

Hollywood style where the look, the fashion and the jewellery set the scene.

66 The Rise of The Wunderkammer

In celebration of the continued appeal of maximalism.

71 The Ultimate Expresion of Open-Air Grand Touring

Jacksons presents the new Bentley Continental GT Convertible.

76 Gifts for Any Budget

Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary or just ‘because’, Hettich has something for everyone.

79 Heading Off Somewhere?

What you can expect from a private charter from Gama Aviation.

82 To Be A Dancer

The passion of the Ballet d’Jerri in the words of the dancers themselves.

86 Getting To Know...

Our sales associate, Iza Bogusz.

88 A Cut Above the Rest

An introduction and historical journey into the beautiful world of Baccarat glassware.

90 Sparkles, Death & Romance

Three notorious gems and the famous lives they illuminated.

95 “We’ve Been Expecting You.”

Celebrate 60 years of James Bond with the Ultimate Euro Trip.

Welcome

Welcome

This year has seen both a celebration of tradition and legacy while observing the new and exciting. 123 years of Hettich and we are still going strong in our historical 1 King Street location, yet a few steps away the much-anticipated new premises continues to be renovated to the highest standards. We delve a little deeper into the design and surprises of the new premises – which is going to provide an unrivalled customer experience, with both the top-class interiors and the exemplary Hettich services you know and trust.

Speaking of services, we shine a spotlight on our expert watch services team, Stuart and David,

as they share their knowledge and passion for their craft. At Hettich, we are always looking for people to join our expanding business family who share our enthusiasm for both our products and brands and in creating the ultimate customer experience. We’ve been delighted to welcome our new team member, Iza Bogusz in the last year. Making and keeping those strong customer relationships is what we are known for; customers are at the heart of everything we do – and they often become our dear friends!

We hope you enjoy discovering more about the future of Hettich, the stories and legacies of our brands, many of which, like

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Hettich Jewellers Ltd

1 King Street St Helier Jersey

Channel Islands

JE2 4WF

Tel: +44 (0) 1534 734491

Email: sales@hettich.co.uk

www.hettich.co.uk

FOPE, are steeped in their own family histories, passed down from generation to generation. Celebrate the incredible cinematic and cultural legacy that is James Bond with an exclusive bespoke European trip, read about the launch of the new Bentley Continental GT Convertible, marrying the best of traditional British manufacturing with the most advanced technological design and uncover fascinating legends behind the most famous jewels in history.

Relax, enjoy and feel inspired.

Best wishes, Jeff and Nick Chinn

Art Direction Steve Turner steve@getrefined.com

Editorial Liana Summers-Shaw liana@getrefined.com

Sales Rebecca Harrington rebecca@getrefined.com

Jewellery Hettich Jewellers

Fashion Ellis

Makeup Sophie Cubbage

Hair Joelene Hill

Nails Natural Beauty

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A Family

Jeff and Nick Chinn on the site of the new Hettich shop whilst under development.

Interview by Liana Summers-Shaw

Founded in 1900, Hettich and history are intertwined. Both the historical building which houses the iconic jewellers and the family who have dedicated their lives to its success have seen many changes over the 20th and 21st centuries.

Now, with its greatly anticipated expansion on the horizon, a new era brings much to reflect about.

Legacy

Over 120 years ago, Edwin Wyndham Hettich, who himself was the son of a clock maker and jeweller, started a jewellery and opticians in St. Helier. Whilst we could say ‘and the rest is history’, the story of Hettich is very much in the present and even more excitingly, based in the future.

Jeff and Nick Chinn, sons of Hettich patriarch Tony Chinn, sit down with us to give an insight into Hettich’s plans for the future and life in the family business fast lane.

A family business legacy as established as Hettich is quite something to uphold. What does it mean to take up the mantle?

J: Most people don’t have a family business to enter so I suppose I was lucky to be part of it and proud to join. Coming in as the fourth generation wasn’t without its pressures though. They say with family businesses ‘it takes the first generation to make it, the second generation to play with it and the third generation to blow it!’ So, I’m delighted to report that in the fourth generation we are stronger than ever. We have 123 years of successful trading and with that comes all those years of tradition and experience.

N: Continuing the legacy of a family business comes with enormous pressure as we are only custodians for the next generation. As a family member we have so much history and legacy to uphold and we must prove to the other family members as well as our colleagues all the time that we are up to the challenge. The fine jewellery and Swiss watch industry has changed so much in the past 10 years it’s almost unrecognisable from when I started - let alone my father’s days! We are constantly having to adapt and change to keep up with the demands of

our customers and the luxury sector, whilst maintaining our core family principles of honesty, professionalism and heritage. Managing change is sometimes difficult in a very established family business and we are in the midst of one of the most significant changes to the business in its history. Not only are we changing our retail environment but we are totally restructuring how the business operates: changing our IT systems and how we communicate internally, adding up to 15 new members to the team, creating a state of the art watchmakers workshop with up to 7 work benches and creating beautiful new offices for our management, marketing, accounts and administrative teams. It’s an enormous investment for the family, which is exciting and daunting at the same time but we hope the opening of our new flagship boutique on King Street will safeguard the future of the business for the next generation.

As the retail industry is always transforming, there have been many impactful market changes which you’ll both have noticed in your many years of running a business. What have been the key challenges and changes to the jewellery and Swiss watch landscape?

N: Social media and influencers are playing an increasingly important role in the flourishing luxury sector. So much so that according to statistics over 50% of luxury transactions in the UK are influenced by them. In this respect, in the past 3 years we have launched an e-commerce website, as well as growing our own inhouse digital team. We plan on

enhancing this further over the next 12 months.

The demand for Swiss watches over the past 5 years has been incredible, which has far outstripped the supply. It’s been driven in particular by a handful of brands including Patek Philippe and Rolex. This enormous demand has meant we rarely have any stock to sell from the store and only have watches on exhibition. We operate a registration of interest process for customers interested in particular Rolex or Patek Philippe models, which are then allocated as fairly as possible.

As there’s so much constantly going on in the industry, has there been a topic or development that particularly interests you?

J: For me it’s hard to choose. We deal in beautiful products of lasting value that all have huge emotional significance. We are fascinated by the beauty and creativity in jewellery and marvel at the ingenuity and excellence in watchmaking. It is a joy to work with all this treasure.

N: I grew up surrounded by the business and shiny things, which helped develop my passion for luxury.

As a child I was obsessed with watches, ever since I had my first Swatch watch. Collecting them soon became an obsession. Our fine jewellery is not just about exquisite hand-crafted pieces, they are expressions of emotion as well as an asset class and family heirloom to many people. Every piece we sell has a different story, which is part of the joy of working with it and the reason why we

Jeff Chinn

must uphold the standards of quality in our jewellery.

Also, the subject of lab diamonds is a very hot topic in the industry these days. In general, I am not against them but I really must stress that the consumer must know what they are buying. Many people are swayed by the idea that lab diamonds are often made of the same material (carbon) as a natural diamond, therefore, thinking they must be exactly the same. What they may not understand is that just because they are made of the same material does not make the end product identical to what nature created - both with regard to beauty and durability. After all, on the one hand you are looking at a product that was created by humans using technology in a short period of time versus something that was formed in the earth over millions of years.

The labs are only getting better and faster at making them and therefore they are getting cheaper and cheaper, making any stones you bought today virtually worthless in the future. This totally goes against the principle of buying a natural diamond which forms part of a family’s assets.

Describe the features of the new shop premises and what will happen within the old one. What are you hoping to bring with the new space for both customers and suppliers? What prompted the expansion?

J: The new store is going to deliver a level of customer experience excellence that has never been seen in Jersey. The outstanding art deco building will be restored to its

full beauty and will once again be a landmark property in St Helier. The ground floor will be dedicated to Rolex and Patek Philippe and the first floor will have a beautiful jewellery showroom. Our expansion has been prompted by our need to offer our customers a much better experience. We love our existing building but we have outgrown it and it simply does not have enough space, not only for customers but our back of house and office too. However, it would be too hard to leave our current building altogether so it we will continue to use it. After all, the building is like an extension of the family.

Speaking of the overall customer experiences, Hettich is renowned for offering bespoke and top class services. The team at Hettich clearly know their brands and business really well. Tell me how they bring their skills to the table?

J: Yes, we have a terrific team here and are very lucky. We aim to provide skills, professionalism and passion across the board. Everyone is involved in some level of professional development and we are always reviewing what we’re doing and

looking for improvements. We are recruiting now to allow for our expansion and a new structure is being established.

N: I believe that every person in the business is important, the secret of effective management is to listen to everyone. If we do not agree we have to explain why so that every option is valued.

Finally, Hettich has got a very strong and loyal customer base. You talk about your customers like they are old friends, which I suppose, many of them have become. They certainly seem to be at the very centre of the ethos of Hettich. If you were to share a quick message with your customers, old and new, what would you like to say?

J: Our customers are at the heart of the business and they always have been. We love to get to know people and build strong relationships. Our customers really become friends too and we hope that relationship becomes a lifetime experience. Over the 40 years here I have very many great memories of joyous and hilarious moments.

N: We firmly believe that we are not just another shop on the high street, our customers become very special members of our very own club which we hope they very much enjoy. We run many fabulous events throughout the year to reward these people - something that in the new store environment we will be able to mirror with the in-store experience. It is a privilege to build up strong relationships with so many wonderful people and we thank them for being part of Hettich’s extraordinary journey. O

Nick Chinn

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A New Era for Hettich

Hettich has been such a fixture of Jersey’s high street, it would not be an exaggeration to say this stunning building and its long-standing family run business have reached iconic status.

With its classic deep green awnings and black frontage, the doorway is often beautifully decorated with an arch of seasonal foliage and florals, Hettich’s presence on the high street of St. Helier is a key part of the town’s history; revered and trusted for its top-class service, luxury brands and timelessness.

However, exciting new developments are happening behind the scenes, bringing forth the perfect blend between the traditional jewellery business and modern retail needs. Having operated for over 123 years from their premises at 1 King Street, the independent watch and jewellery business has outgrown its existing home and is adding a newly redeveloped luxury flagship store opposite the current site, at 2 King Street, in an elegant expansion project which, design wise, will pay subtle homage to the Art Deco movement.

The restoration and development of the historic landmark building is scheduled for completion around the end of 2024. The project is a significant investment and is being made to ensure the longterm success of the family business, its suppliers, and ultimately to provide excellent service to new and existing customers. The new Hettich premises at 2 King Street certainly adds plenty of exciting opportunities for retail and business – with more square footage allowing for further development and display of beloved and new brands, plus fully equipped workshops to expand upon Hettich’s excellent watch and jewellery cleaning and maintenance services. The new store will better showcase key brands such as Rolex and Patek Philippe as well as its own diamonds and jewellery collections. Aside from the brands we know and love, the stunning new interiors offer the sumptuous luxury we associate with Hettich, with the highest finishes and comfort available.

The development is part of several additions being made to enhance the retail offering and improve the appeal of St Helier and Jersey as a destination, reaffirming Hettich’s ongoing commitment to St Helier’s high street and Jersey’s retail sector.

“Our new premises will see a substantial increase in our retail space, which enables us to provide a stunning environment and more space to showcase our brands.”

What does it mean for Hettich to be taking this big step forward? Jeffrey Chinn, Managing Director explains.

“We are really proud that Hettich is a fourthgeneration family owned and run local business. And we are equally thrilled to be restoring this beautiful landmark property and refresh the street scape in the centre of St Helier. Our new premises will see a substantial increase in our retail space, which enables us to provide a stunning environment and more space to showcase our brands. Of course, we will continue to deliver the very best levels of service and experience for our customers. It’s just a really significant time for us all in the Hettich team.”

With a shopfront that looks sleek and elegant, the new Hettich exterior design is eye catching in its simplicity. With a stone and granite façade, and multiple floorto-ceiling glass that wraps around the two sides of the building, the display windows are immaculately presented, perfect for showing the watches and jewellery in, literally, the best light.

The outside of the building makes use of eight awnings, matching the dark colour paintwork, with ‘Hettich’ emboldened on the front of the awnings. The Hettich name will of course take pride of place in several locations on the shop, in beautiful golden letters, both above the doorway and

round the side, while the classic green and gold Hettich banners flutter above next to the first floor windows. A stylish clock hanging on the boundary of the store will also be a useful instrument for the high street.

Inside the store, the Art Deco influences are made apparent, though kept light and modern. Original parquet flooring is laid throughout, with spaces separated

with soft light-coloured carpet. A specialised reception area with gleaming gold panelling behind, is at the bottom of the sweeping staircase.

The colours also give a nod to the era; a gentle pink is matched with a light, almost minty, sage green. This romantic combination is a classic in the 1920s and 30s artistic movement, with other hints of this period being a grand Romanesque column, golden accents and plush velvet seating within the colour palette. The seating areas exude comfort at the various curvefronted counters, plus there are private rooms available. Around the showroom stands multiple taller curved display cases, half wooden, half glass, enfolding the contents within, giving a 360° view of the merchandise.

The lighting adds more than just functionality. On the ground floor hangs an impressive Art Deco style chandelier. The spotlight lighting looks modern and is perfectly practical, juxtaposed with hanging globe pendants lights in gold. With this fixture focused over some of the counters on both floors, this gives a softer, more classic look. The new premises is a triumph of carefully considered design choices, curated to give the highend jewellers the best of both worlds. In these modern times, jewellery retail is about offering an experience in the browsing and choosing of a beloved gift or item. It offers a welcoming hub, ready to meet the needs of customers, whether it’s shopping, advice or product maintenance. Mixing the new features, technology and finishes with an understated 20s/30s style brings out the 21st century practicality without compromising on the traditional family feel that we all know and love Hettich for.

Jeffrey shared with us a final insight into the exciting future of Hettich to come.

“After 123 years this is a momentous change for us. We are really confident in the future of St Helier as a vibrant destination and Jersey as a beautiful island. Hettich is particularly honoured to have such a special place in the history of the retail industry here. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to our new store – we’re sure the community will find it quite spectacular.” O

“We can’t wait to welcome everyone to our new store...”

I meet with Christina one morning for a cup of tea and a chat about her extraordinary journey and a particular passion of hers.

Sustainable Fashion

For those of you who don’t know, and are about to find out, Dr Christina Dean has spent a large portion of her professional life working within the fashion industry, but with a twist. I’ve followed her trials and triumphs for a while, mostly through social media. As part of her visit to Jersey, including an intimate Q&A at Bohemia with others interested in her rather spectacular take on the fashion world, I get a bit of one-on-one time to dig deeper into what made, and still makes, Christina a different sort of fashion fan.

DR CHRISTINA DEAN | SUSTAINABLE FASHION

Photo: Joakim Blockstrom

Interview by Liana Summers-Shaw

Starting as a journalist, Christina wrote about pretty much everything, from her sex life to travel, to mascara to the environment. Whilst travelling around Asia to some very off grid, ridiculously crazy locations, Christina spotted something that made her stomach turn and spark

research and write more about those particular topics. I think also writing about environmental pollution with regards to soil and water pollution makes my blood boil. The textile industry is a huge polluter in terms of water particularly, which then pollutes the soil.”

about it in the Asian context. As a journalist I kept trying to find a balanced view and find people to argue against it. I was just disappointed that so little was being done.”

Redress, and following it, the Art Collective, are initiatives Christina

a bit of a fire within. The pollution and poverty in some of these areas, especially the more rural, was not a pleasant sight. It was an intense experience.

She realised this was something that both infuriated and intrigued her. “Through seeing a lot of pollution and public health issues and poverty, I wanted to

Christina started seeing these links early on and delved deeper into the fashion industry and the harm it was causing. Mind ever whirring on how to find a solution, this led to one of Christina’s bright ideas. “The lightbulb moment to start Redress was having written so much about the textile industry, about the fashion industry and failing to find anyone to interview

founded and developed to promote the reusing, redesigning and reselling of textiles that already exist, predominately in Asia, which has an immense fast fashion industry. Christina wanted to try and change into the mindset of the consumer and reframe a person’s need to buy lots and buy fast. Shocked after visiting landfill sites and witnessing the sheer

Photo: Redress

volume of textiles, many perfectly good and wearable, Christina sprang into action. Christina doesn’t just talk the talk, she also walks the walk.

“I did a challenge where I only wore other people’s discarded clothes and that was a big eye opener.

Quick Stats

• Less than 1% of clothing is currently recycled

• 73% of clothing currently ends up in landfill

• Textile waste is estimated to increase by 60% by 2030

• The fashion industry is projected to use 25% of the world’s carbon budget by 2050

is. I became a mannequin for other people’s clothes and I realised how it does transform how others see you, how you see yourself and how you feel. I had to be creative.”

This project certainly showcased how being more mindful with our clothing, how we put together an outfit, can be accessible and ultimately, a good thing. “Fashion is powerful,” Christina states “anyone who says it’s not, hasn’t woken up yet. It’s extremely powerful, from an emotional point of view and an economic point of view. It showed me many people throw away their clothes for many wrong reasons; they’re bored of it, they think it’s dirty, it’s broken, maybe they lack a bit of imagination in how to restyle it.”

The purpose behind all of Christina’s initiatives, companies, pushing and awareness-raising has certainly been applaudable –and has turned Christina into an particular type of influencer and fashion icon in her own right. It’s not always simple though. Getting to the heart of the consumer was, and is still, a monumental challenge. Fashion is a beautiful industry that’s very complicated; you can’t just tell people to stop shopping. It doesn’t work. That was a very important early lesson for Christina.

Christina is convinced that a lot of the power belongs to another vital part of the fashion wheel: suppliers. “Another really powerful experience for me was cycling across China – through doing that I saw the factories up close and personal. The scale of all these cities is phenomenal and the factories are tremendously large. There’s a huge amount of power in the manufacturer’s hands, not really being let out. The brand has the buying power but actually the change power is with the suppliers. Part of my journey through the complicated world of fashion is to go out and look.”

Ok, but how can factories that need to keep people in employment, keep their families fed, their children going to school, stay open and prosperous whilst being equally environmentally conscious?

Prior to that I was a relatively normal consumer. I bought good quality clothes and didn’t buy that much. I still went shopping, I enjoyed shopping, but I wanted to understand why consumers throw away clothes as readily as they do. Every year, 73% of the clothes that we make end up in landfill or incinerated. The take aways; firstly, I discovered how beautiful fashion

So is putting all the focus on the consumers too much? We discuss the fact that consumers are just another part of a much larger, complex puzzle. For things to change, every stage of the process needs to change. Not stop, as that would have devastating effects on industries, economies and employees, plus our freedom to shop and dress as we choose.

“The problem with the entire fashion industry is volume” Christina reckons. “During March 2020, fashion consumption was down because of Covid - female garment workers lost their jobs. It’s about balance and supporting emerging markets through having job creations. We balance it by making better, not more, quality clothes, using safer and more durable raw materials and we keep clothes on the production line for longer. Everyone keeps their jobs, the garment spends more time on the line, a better seam, one extra stitch on the buttons – increase the time on the production line, so we’re not looking to decrease jobs, we’re looking to increase quality.”

I feel the elephant in the room, even with all these very true points Christina makes, is staring us in the face. As human beings,

aren’t we inherently selfish? Especially as time has gone on, with the industrial boom, things have been bigger, getting to us faster, at our fingertips, when we want it. Regardless of your budget, we want ‘stuff’ and we want it now, always looking for the new, the shiny, the next big thing, not just in fashion but in everything. So yes, the factories and brands can produce less, they can make smaller, much better quality collections that will last. However, are we ready as humans to accept that we could (and probably should), be happy with much, much less choice? What price are we ready to pay?

It’s far from black and white. “You can have a luxury consumer who is spending a lot but not consuming in the same way as someone who buys fast fashion, who is overconsuming but under-wearing” Christina muses. “However, I do think if you are someone on a small disposable income then it’s fine to buy fast fashion; you just need to take care of it. You could argue that that would be quite sustainable.”

“I don’t fundamentally like pointing fingers at people, or even pointing fingers at brands. Every day, some form of fast fashion is trampled all over in the press, and many activists call for boycotts, but I’ve never really seen that to work. My particular view is that people are always going to buy fast fashion. They’re going to buy cheap. They’re going to buy a lot of it. It’s not going away. So how do we make each part of the fashion industry less polluting? In the first half of my career, I thought that fashion brands were terrible, that they were the evil one. But as I became

educated, I realised it’s much more complicated than that. Now, I think that the ethical, philosophical goal should be that we try to make the industry ‘good’ or even ‘less bad’ – that’s still a win. I’m a sustainable fashion activist – who’s pro-industry.”

So, cups of tea drained, eyes opened and a few hard truths aired, is there an answer for what we can do now? There needs to be something manageable for people to start and run with, that fits into the wonderful and messy chaos of life.

Christina gives a final insight. “Buy less, buy better quality, wear for

longer. The problem is it smacks against the desire of the human heart of the consumer who wants new, to want fresh. It’s often not the clothes we’re shopping for, we shop to alleviate our boredom, to search for a new personality, being depressed… unless we address that in the human heart…well…”

We let that statement hang in the air. We all know where this consumption road ends, Christina has experienced a slice of it firsthand. Let’s just say, and hope, that the journey forward can be a bit more of a conscious one. And we can still look a million bucks while doing it. O

To find out more visit www.ubs.com/ global/en/sustainability-impact/ globalvisionaries

Dr Christina Dean visited Jersey as part of the UBS Global Visionaries programme, accelerating entrepreneurs towards positive change.

Photo: Luke Casey & Redress

The Jewellery Must-Haves

Having said that, jewellery is one of the best ways to try out interesting and innovate design, create something bespoke and meaningful, inject a bit of flair and fun into your style or simply fall back in love with an old classic.

2023 is set to be a major year for jewellery. It’s probably one of the first full years where we’ve not had to worry or think about the constant handwashing (ring sales went down during Covid) and thus, ring trends have bounced back with a plethora of stunning designs.

A slightly more whimsical, edgy and playful aesthetic shows that we are back to having a bit of fun. The fine, delicate jewellery, layering necklaces and rose gold are still great to keep tucked up in their boxes… but chunkier or statement pieces are going to take over for a while.

Here are some of the top trends that we will seeing in over the next 12 months.

Jewellery is often a worthwhile investment, and regardless of trends, picking something you truly love and will treasure is key.

PEARLS

The classic, elegant pearl. Pearls can denote a slightly matronly image, although that can be down to the overall styling as opposed to the gem itself. Pearls this year are a mix of chunkier and more oversized to cause a statement, mismatched sizes for an organic look (freshwater pearls help with this) or little and delicate with an added twist. Pearl studs, drop earring and necklaces have also been seen on male celebrities and TV personalities this year. The key is in the rest of the design. Mixing the innocent whiteness of pearls with a rawer feature, such as gold or a solid clasp or chains, give the beautiful yet humble pearl some edge.

CUFFS

A cuff can be a real statement piece and this year they’re going bigger and bolder than ever. The major designers all have their own version, with the Chanel cuffs leading the way. If this trend feels a little weighty, then there are slimmer, almost bangle-like cuffs around. As this is a dominating piece, only the best will do – cheaper imitations are likely to look dated quicker, so I think quality and simplicity. Precious metals will look stylish and can be kept in tip top condition. Metal and leather is also a popular choice if a full metal or bejewelled cuff seems too intense. Cuffs can also be worn on both wrists or on the upper arm.

EMERALDS

The future is green. Emeralds are one of the most popular gemstones, in a trio with the ruby and sapphire. Revered throughout time for their brilliant colour and shine, as if lit from within, they have been brought back into forefront of jewellery trends on many a celebrity this year. Emeralds are going to be prominent, whether wearing day-to-day or for an occasion.

Emeralds are more versatile than given credit for, with green sometimes being the colour that people can worry about styling. If in doubt, for emeralds to really sing, neutrals; white, grey, black and creams or camel etc are likely to keep the look fresh and flawless. Wear with minimal other jewellery and avoid mixing colours.

TENNIS BRACELETS

Who knew the classic tennis bracelet would become such a dark horse hit. It’s so much more than a bejewelled bracelet, with a nod to the preppy chic aesthetic that is going to be a bona fide look this year. Super easy to wear as an everyday item too, as tennis bracelets tend to be uncomplicated in design. They signify unassuming elegance and are a must for every jewellery stand.

SIGNET RINGS

The timeless signet ring is steeped in tradition and meaning, often being passed down as family heirlooms. High quality is key as they are meant for daily wear, so need to be hardy. Initials and family crests are still as popular as ever, in conjunction with a contemporary twist - a single jewel set in the metal, although this is not a strict rule. This doesn’t take away from that personalised element however, with the embellishment carefully considered. A birth stone is a popular choice, giving the signet ring a double meaning. The range in shapes of signet rings grow ever broader too, which can update the look. With signet rings traditionally being worn on the little finger of the right hand, this leads very neatly on to the next ring trend.

DROP EARRINGS

This is a trend which moves away from previous years choice – hoops, studs and huggies have been huge recently, with drop earring tending to be saved for more dressy occasions. As drop earrings are often more substantial, this makes sense – they do make a statement. Again a statement they shall make, and this year, they are a key and easy component to add to uplevel a day-to-day outfit. Drop earring this year also really drop. Shoulder skimming doesn’t have to mean discomfort though, as drop earrings can be found in lighter weights, metals and designs. The length choice is purely down to personal taste.

PINKY RINGS

Rings in general will be coming back in a big way, but the quirky pinky ring is going to have a moment in the spotlight this year and is perfect for men or women. Surprisingly wearable, pinky rings have been mostly seen as part of the multi-finger wearing and stacking trends of previous years.

Pinky rings, in order to be practical, are slightly more delicate or flat in design so as not to feel cumbersome and allowing hands to close comfortably, or to wear alongside other rings. O

Fabergé Celebrates the Coronation of King Charles III

The world’s most iconic artistic jeweller, Fabergé, introduces two new commemorative lockets to its Heritage collection this year, in celebration of the coronation of King Charles III, which took place on Saturday 6th May.

The Heritage Yellow Gold Diamond and Red Guilloché Enamel Coronation Crown and Heritage Yellow Gold Diamond and Red Guilloché Enamel Gold State Coach Surprise Lockets feature the British Hallmarking Council’s new hallmark, depicting King Charles III’s head, as a tribute to this special year. This hallmark is also exclusively available, upon request, to be applied to any item of Fabergé jewellery or bespoke orders made this year, increasing the collectability of these special lockets.

The 18k yellow gold egg lockets are hand-painted with a regal red guilloché enamel, and decorated with 17 round brilliant cut white diamonds. In true Fabergé style, each one contains a hidden surprise which is revealed at the touch of a diamond button.

The Heritage Coronation Gold State Coach

Surprise Locket features a miniature replica of the iconic Gold State Coach, which has been a splendid sight at royal coronations, jubilees, and events since it was built in 1762 to transport British kings and queens. The miniature carriage sits upon a carnelian carved stone platform and is adorned with a diamond on the side of the door.

The Heritage Coronation Crown

Surprise Locket is inspired by St Edward’s Crown, the crown used at the moment of coronation and one of the nation’s most precious treasures. The Fabergé crown surprise is crafted from 18k yellow gold, hand-decorated in a majestic purple lacquer and is set with four round blue sapphires, 10 round Gemfields Zambian emeralds and two round Gemfields Mozambican rubies, and sits upon a carved carnelian stone platform.

Gemfields responsibly mines and markets coloured gemstones from some of the world’s finest gemstone deposits, while ensuring the gemstones bring benefit back to their countries of origin. With a great respect for the natural world and the communities that inhabit it, Gemfields believes that those who mine gemstones should do so with transparency, legitimacy, and integrity.

The Fabergé Heritage Yellow Gold Diamond and Red Guilloché Enamel Coronation Crown and Fabergé Heritage Yellow Gold Diamond and Red Guilloché Enamel Gold State Coach Surprise Lockets retail at £10,800, and will be available to purchase online at Faberge.com, and in-store at Fabergé’s retail boutiques in Harrods London, The Dubai Mall, and selected authorised retailers. In-person and virtual appointments to view the collection are also available at Fabergé’s ‘By Appointment’ showrooms in the UK and USA. O

Gemfields believes that those who mine gemstones should do so with transparency, legitimacy, and integrity.

THE ART OF YOU

A Watch Service You Can Trust

Most of us wear our trusty watch every day. They can be bought or given to signify milestones in life, passed down through generations. A watch can be a fashion statement, adding that finishing touch to your personal style. Yes, they are practical, but a watch can mean so much more than keeping the time. At Hettich, we understand this.

Whatever the everyday purpose of these intricately crafted mini machines, if you want to enhance your precious timepiece’s longevity, it’s vital to keep your watch in perfect condition. This requires regular servicing, especially if it has a mechanical movement. Hettich’s watch services are designed to ensure your watch maintains its appearance, timekeeping, function and value.

Meet The Expert

STUART MCCOURT

Senior Watchmaker

Stuart McCourt is our senior watchmaker with a history of more than 20 years with us at Hettich. Stuart is an independent Rolex accredited watchmaker and has had extensive specialist training in Switzerland, directly with watch houses including Patek Philippe and Rolex, which is repeated every three years to keep his expertise in line with brand standards.

Q&A

What interested you about the world of watchmaking?

I had a real interest in micro mechanics from an early age and I love finding out what makes things tick.

What is the most complex skill you have mastered as a watchmaker?

That’s a tricky question to answer, as every job is different and presents different levels of challenges. For example, correcting the damage to a hairspring can be extremely complex because of the fine micro adjustments required. Another tricky situation that can occur might be when a client forgets to secure the crown of their watch and there is water ingress. If this isn’t addressed very quickly rust can occur from either salty or chlorinated water, which can create all sorts of problems to watch movement.

What’s one watch everyone should own if they could?

A Rolex Datejust because it’s a classic and totally timeless.

You’ve had quite the career with Hettich – what’s been a highlight for you?

Having the opportunity to work with the finest watch brands in the industry has been an honour. I have also really enjoyed working in such a great family business which brought my family to Jersey. It’s been an incredible place to raise my children.

Exceptional Aftercare Service

Once you purchase your watch with Hettich, we are committed to extending our excellent knowledge and services to help you get the most out of your timepiece. We endeavour to make your precious items last a lifetime. Our stateof-the-art workshop in St Helier offers specialist in-house servicing and watch repair for the leading watch houses including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier and TAG Heuer as well as battery and waterresistance testing. Our expert Master Watchmakers are on hand for advice and support at any stage of your timepiece’s life.

Rolex Authorised Service Centre

By partnering with top watch houses, we can offer specific services for that brand. Hettich is proud to be an official Rolex Authorised Service Centre which recognises equivalence in our aftersales service values. We uphold this standard across our customer service, pricing, delivery times, workshop standards, equipment, training and service quality. This accreditation enables us to offer a two-year international service guarantee, backed globally by Rolex. Therefore, you know your beloved Rolex is in the very best of hands.

Watch Servicing Procedure

If you wish to arrange a watch service, please bring your watch into our King Street showroom and book a service with one of our team.

Meet The Expert

DAVID HOULIELLEBECQ Watchmaker

David is a watchmaker who came to us from an early age with an obsession for horology and everything mechanical. After school at 18, Hettich sponsored David through the British School of Watchmaking and on graduation he started work with Stuart. Now at the age of 23, he has completed the Level 30 Rolex accreditation, as well as numerous other watch brand courses, including Patek Philippe’s essential maintenance and premium maintenance courses in Geneva.

Q&A

What interested you about the world of watchmaking

From an early age I interested in all things mechanical particularly time pieces and clocks. I have amassed an enormous collection of both of these over the years and constructed a replica of Big Ben in my bedroom window, which is visible to the outside passers-by. The interest in Big Ben sparked my interest in watch and clock movements so much and I was honoured to visit the restoration works whilst they were underway, as well as on completion. It’s been a lifetime ambition to do that and to pursue a career in watchmaking.

What is the most complex skill you have mastered as a watchmaker?

Patience. I think that’s the most important part of watchmaking. It’s not just the knowledge and skill but also the patience required to work with such small things, manipulating small parts with many different types of tools.

What’s one watch everyone should own if they could?

Whatever suits you and you like – there are so many fine watches on the market across many different brands. Whether it’s the craftsmanship, history of the brand, functions of the watch or aesthetics, I think people should buy from their heart and enjoy a watch for life. That’s why I have so many from a broad range of brands!

What’s been a highlight for you during your time with Hettich?

The experience and career development, the places my job takes me and the people I meet. Also working with a local family business, I enjoy the friendly environment that the company has to offer. I am also very excited about the future of watchmaking at Hettich with the exciting workshop expansion plans coming very soon.

Your timepiece will be processed and assessed by our in-house team and an estimate provided within two weeks. If your watch model cannot be serviced in-house, we will advise you accordingly and can arrange delivery to the brand workshops.

Once the estimate has been approved, work will begin. Servicing a watch is a complex process, and time frames can vary depending on the condition or model of your watch. However, rest assured that your watch is in the best hands with our team, and we will return it to you within approximately six weeks or less. After the service is completed, your watch will undergo final testing and quality control to ensure its timekeeping is within the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Finally, you will be contacted by our after sales team to arrange collection of your serviced watch. Our watch services are guaranteed for either 12 or 24 months, depending on the make of your watch.

Battery and Water Resistance Testing

Always important, but sometimes forgotten. All aspects of your watch maintenance can, and should, be covered. Battery and water resistance tests are simple to do. By bringing your watch to our showroom, it can be assessed appropriately by our experts and the battery and reseal will be carried out. Where possible, a bracelet clean will also be undertaken. For most watch makes, this process usually takes from three to five working days so that we can give your watch a meticulous going-over. O

Our state-of-the-art workshop in St Helier offers specialist in-house servicing and watch repair for the leading watch houses including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier and TAG Heuer

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A Jewel’s Purpose

Precious stones seem to last forever. Empires may rise and fall, fashion changes and industry booms; but there is no doubt that our humanistic fascination of all things shiny transcends time and all its events.

We attach memories to them, they can be passed down for generations and we use them to celebrate life’s significant milestones. Humans have attributed different meanings and spiritual properties to these beautiful gems, with many of these associations stemming back through the ages, from the mythologies of Egypt, Ancient Greece, Rome and Asia. We all know the diamond, so here we delve a bit deeper into the curious characteristics of some other firm favourite jewels.

AMETHYST

With a rich purple colour linking to wine and its associated god, Dionysus, this gemstone was thought by the Ancient Greeks to prevent drunkenness. In Ancient Greek, the word amethystos meant “not drunk”, though there are no modern experiments involving copious amounts of merlot and amethysts to prove this ancient theory true. Make of that what you will.

Various cultures have associated amethyst with peace and balance, with Buddhists believing the amethyst helps with meditation and they can often be found in Tibetan prayer beads. The amethyst also has significance in other religions, being prized in Christianity as purple represents Christ. Amethyst is a symbol of peace and unification, evoking soothing feelings and calm.

AQUAMARINE

Aquamarine, with such a bright blue-green colour, obviously has links to the sea. In history, aquamarine has been seen as a good luck charm for sailors and seafarers, believed to keep them safe whilst on the deep blue. The world’s largest cut aquamarine, the Dom Pedro, is an obelisk measuring 14 inches long, and its brilliant rich turquoise colour is quite outstanding. The ancient philosopher Pliny the Elder paid a glowing tribute to this gem, stating, “the lovely aquamarine, which seems to have come from some mermaid’s treasure house, in the depths of a summer sea, has charms not to be denied.” Aquamarine is also said to give you a clear head and good decision-making skills, helping you with communication and purpose.

EMERALD

Emeralds are associated with foresight and the revelation of future events. Due to its green colour, it signifies the power of Earth’s continuous renewal, creation and growth. This in turn links the emerald with good health and it is said to protect against evil spells and can cure disease. In Ancient Greece and Rome, emeralds represented the goddess Venus who was the goddess for love and hope, giving emeralds an association with truth and love throughout time.

OPAL

Opals are a most mysterious stone. Shrouded in magic and paranormal legend, due to the wonderful colour changing properties within a single stone, the opal has been said to possess supernatural powers of healing, prophecy and hope. This has also meant the opal has at times gotten a bad rap, with Medieval times being a less popular era for the gem and its connections with magic. Black opals have long been seen as ‘unlucky’ and some superstitious people will still not wear opal unless it’s their birthstone.

pearl is something much revered in history and by many cultures. It is the oldest precious gem, with the subtle shimmer and simple beauty a symbol of purity, chastity, hope, youth and beauty. This is what makes the white pearl a frequent choice for bridal jewellery. Pearls retain that association with innocence and elegance today and although there are other colours of pearls, including blue, lavender, cream and black, the white pearl is still highly prized as a true classic.

The glowing red ruby has various significance throughout the world. In the east, ancient Hindus believed that those who offered rubies to the god Krishna would be emperors in a future life, while people in India and Burma thought that rubies offered safety and peace, sometimes wearing them on their battle armour. Always highly prized, medieval Europeans connected the ruby with passion, protection, and wealth and those connotations are still the same today. With red being the colour of passion, love and strength, the ruby is often seen as a romantic choice of stone, with colours ranging from a reddish pink to deep crimson.

RUBY

SAPPHIRE

Alongside the ruby, emerald and diamond, the beautiful blue sapphire makes up the quartet of the most well-known precious stones. Blue is a solid, grounding colour, so sapphires have long been associated with loyalty, fidelity and trust, making them a popular engagement ring colour. Eventually diamonds took over that accolade in the 20th century, but with the resurgence of interest in the modern British monarchy and the iconic Diana/ Catherine engagement ring, sapphires have certainly had their profile raised.

TANZANITE

Tanzanite is mostly blue when viewed from one direction but can vary from violet to red to deepest indigo depending on the angle. It’s believed to represent a higher consciousness and stimulate intuition and perception, which is why tanzanite is matched with the third eye, throat and crown chakras. Being such a rich colour, the intensity is said to promote creativity and wisdom, whilst supporting detoxification of the body and supporting physical energy.

TOURMALINE

Tourmaline has a wider variety of colours than many other gemstones, from yellow to shocking blue to the unique ‘watermelon’ pink and green combination. Tourmaline is believed to have protective properties, which can offer the wearer a shield to defend from negative energy, soothe grief and heartache and is said to be the stone of reconciliation. The gem was also highly valued by alchemists who, perhaps because of its pyroelectric effect, believed it to be related to the philosopher’s stone. O

Green is the New Gold

From 1929, this unique Italian brand has created a style so dissimilar to anything else in the jewellery market, it can only be FOPE. But did you know that aside from effortless style, FOPE is a brand with heart, and an ambition to create a truly ethical organisation. Maybe, all that glitters is actually green?

First, A Brief History

In 1929 Umberto Cazzola opened a goldsmith’s workshop in the centre of Vicenza, a city with already strong links to centuries-old traditions in jewellery making. Mixing his innovative approach to jewellery making along with the local trade secrets, eventually he brought his son, Odino, into the business to create a successful family enterprise.

Moving forward through the decades, the industrial boom after World War II played a big part in the extension and growth of the brand. The use of

the workshop-turned-factory certainly helped with upscaling production of the jewellery. New technologies led to the development of forwardthinking solutions, such as the extendable strap. This became FOPE’s flagship product for the following decade.

In the 60s, after officially changing the name to ‘FOPE, Fabbrica Oreficeria Preziosi per l’Esportazione’, the brand went from strength to strength, with another generation taking up the mantle to help develop the business and products. This included creating watch cases, importing their gold watch straps to famous watch houses and investing further into new technologies, before eventually inventing a state-ofthe-art new mesh chain. Soft and supple, this was a game-changer for the brand and the industry. This was the start of the FOPE chain we all know and admire today, and the rest they say, is history.

Global Reach – Family Values

With such success comes global expansion, with FOPE branching out across the global markets. From the USA to the UK, Asia and beyond, FOPE has multiple stores and offices to support an ongoing jewellery empire that is as true to its quality and value as the day it started.

FOPE’s jewels are still manufactured in Vicenza according to scrupulously planned and controlled procedures. The safety and quality of each piece are guaranteed by specific choices that concern the entire production process: from engineering to sample testing, each phase is managed in-house. The low number of repairs, all handled in-house, is further proof of FOPE’s product reliability. As for the sourcing of raw materials, all the gold that FOPE uses is subject to London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) certification and the diamonds, supplied by RJCcertified members, come from legitimate sources not involved in funding conflicts in the countries of origin.

The Heart of the Company

The staff welfare at FOPE is another beautiful part of their overall ethos. The high retention of staff is a reflection of a sincere and supportive environment, meaning customers receive the very best service from happy employees. Creativity, progression, and communication is at the heart of FOPE’s functioning, and thus their workforce continue to grow.

As far as health and safety are concerned, in addition to having set up a company welfare system, a particularly positive note concerns safety: for more than ten years, the number of workplace accidents in the factory has

minimal environmental impact of production. No noise or odours are emitted, while direct emissions are certified (UNI EN ISO 14064-1) and residual CO2 emissions are offset by planting trees with tree planting platform, Treedom. The company is powered by electricity from renewable sources and also selfproduces energy thanks to solar panels installed on the roof of the premises. As far as waste is concerned, FOPE’s focus on the issue involves both staff, through responsible management, and customers, who are given sustainable boxes to store their new jewellery.

In the last few years, FOPE has chosen to work with international partners who have significantly reduced their CO2 emissions, demonstrating that they too are

FOPE’s compensation project, which started in 2020 through the Treedom platform, continues. The planting of trees in Kenya makes it possible to neutralize emissions that would otherwise be impossible to reduce and to spread a positive message by giving away personalised trees for each jewel purchased

Another important issue is that of transport, which has an impact above all on logistics: every day FOPE jewels are shipped all over the world, therefore the choice of couriers is fundamental. In recent years FOPE has decided to work with international partners who have significantly reduced their CO2 emissions and optimised routes, demonstrating that they are in turn attentive to environmental and social issues.

FOPE endeavours to create a high impact only in the esteem of their exquisite craftsmanship and designs, while minimalising impact on how they get there. The journey of FOPE products is carefully thought out, from initial design to creation to shipping. FOPE’s jewellery style is a great marriage of modern design with a classic twist, suitable for any outfit, occasion and gender. Therefore, the brand naturally lends itself well to being sustainable in that your beloved FOPE items will last and last. It’s the growth of FOPE’s innovation, for their jewellery, organisiation and ethics, which is a testament to a truly timeless and inimitable jewellery brand. And all from Umberto’s a little

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Timeless Elegance

Patek Philippe is the last family-owned independent Genevan watch manufacturer still manufacturing its own watch components to this day. Ever associated with timeless style, unrivalled craftsmanship and pass-down traditions, a Patek Philippe watch is a rare and precious timepiece to be cherished and held in the highest esteem.

One of the companies most famous slogans “You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation” really highlights their key messaging that a Patek Philippe watch is more than a wearable, functional piece – it’s a beautiful legacy. The slogan was introduced when the company launched its “Generations” campaign in 1996 and perfectly aligns with Patek Philippe’s values. Their watches are built to last generations, with their trusted restoration and maintenance services available for all watches produced in its workshops since 1839.

Established in 1839, the company is named after two of its founders, Antoine Norbert de Patek and Jean Adrien Philippe, and has been in

the hands of the Stern family since 1932. Patek Philippe has always aimed for perfection by creating timepieces of unrivalled quality and reliability. Furthermore, every technique is fastidiously carried out with genuine artistry and exceptional craftsmanship.

One such model is the Patek Philippe “Diamond Ribbon Joaillerie”, which has been delighting women with its distinctive adornment of diamonds spiralling around the case and dial – like the ribbons that skilled rhythmic gymnasts twirl above their heads. Its refined charm is potent in white gold with the dial fully paved with diamonds.

In 2019, the manufacturer reinterpreted the Patek Philippe

Diamond Ribbon Joaillerie model, Ref. 4978/400G-001, in whitegold with a slightly larger case diameter, increased from 33.3 mm to 36.5 mm. As a result, this vortex of precious stones gains even more impact. The 18K gold dial is adorned with spiralling circles of diamonds of graduated size, echoing the movement of those on the bezel and case and adding their own dynamic note. Blued whitegold leaf-shaped hands and twelve blued white-gold Arabic numerals

ensure great legibility on the paved diamond background. The feminine elegance follows through to the diamond-set lugs and a blue, hand-stitched alligator strap with large square scales secured by a diamond-set prong buckle.

In compliance with the criteria of the Patek Philippe Seal, the 770 diamonds (4.4 ct) gracing this jewellery watch are all of Top Wesselton pure quality and impeccable cut and are set

according to the highest principles of the gem-setter’s art.

Beneath this radiant exterior beats the calibre 240 ultra-thin selfwinding movement that enabled the watch to achieve its slim and elegant profile. The movement’s architecture and lavish attention to finish (such as the Geneva stripes adorning its bridges and 22K offcentre minirotor) may be admired through the sapphire crystal case back. O

A Touch of Glamour

Hollywood style - where the face, the fashion and the jewellery set the scene.

Photography Danny Evans Fashion Ellis / Makeup Sophie Cubbage / Hair Tania at Joelene Hill Nails Anna at Natural Beauty / Model Courtney Blampied

All items are available to purchase (subject to availability). Please get in touch with the sales team at Hettich for further information or to arrange a time to view.

Jewellery has the power to be the one little thing that makes you unique.

Elizabeth Taylor

I never worry about diets. The only carrots that interest me are the number you get in a diamond.

Mae West

If I’m not feeling good, I load on jewellery. It gives me energy and makes me feel happy. Kate Hudson

I love jewellerygold and diamonds. I’m a woman.

—Monica Bellucci

We are all of us stars and we deserve to twinkle.

—Marilyn Monroe

The Rise of the Wunderkammer

Collectors, antique hunters and treasure curators rejoice! Maximalism is set to continue as a trend for 2023.

After the dominating crisp, white Scandinavian style and minimalism trends of pre 2022, last year saw the resurgence of people reintegrating colour, nick-nacks and accessories back onto their decor. Whilst maximalism doesn’t simply mean putting everything you own out on display - there’s a difference between chaotic clutter and stylish displaying - it does allow discerning maximalists to bring back an old form of showcasing their treasures with a quirky concept: cabinets of curiosities.

Taken from their German name ‘Wunderkammer’, literally translated as wonder rooms, these have been around as far back as the 16th century, where the word cabinet referred to a room, as opposed to the piece of furniture we associate it with today. Cabinets of Curiosity were a trend afforded to the wealthy or learned with the room and income to spare, gracing the palaces and homes of royalty and aristocrats across Europe.

The rise of the cabinets was a response to the Age of Exploration and the Enlightenment, with the idea of being able to show off scientific articles and exotic trinkets collected from far reaching places of the globe was to make obvious one’s social status. There was a particular resurgence in popularity across the 18th and 19th centauries, as industrialism, medicine, science and exploration took flight.

A cabinet could include an array of objects categorised as natural history, geology, ethnography, archaeology, religious or historical relics, works of art and antiquities; everything from skeletons of unusual beasts, to plant seedlings, ancient manuscripts, antique toys and taxidermy. There was a simple beauty in that each cabinet was often filled with carefully curated wonders capturing the interest of the owner, often with labels and descriptions of the artefacts displayed, akin to a mini museum.

In the days before any modern forms of entertainment, Cabinets of Curiosity offered the collector a great source of stories and ‘show and tell’ elements to delight, amuse and intrigue their guests. Whilst many cabinets were comprised of items sought and brought from far flung lands and gathered by well-travelled persons, this wasn’t always the case –any patron with the inclination, time and money could create their own cabinets without ever having stepped outside. When high society circles were vying to display the most current trend or something that was harder to come by, such as a fossil or skeleton, one could commission a high-quality replica to be made by a skilled craftsman.

...there’s a difference between chaotic clutter and stylish displaying...

So, what is the connection with modern décor and why are such things making a comeback? As mentioned earlier, pre 2022, minimalism was the most prominent trend to take over homes and design choices. The minimalist movement was in itself a response to consumerism and a reaction to our awareness of the environment and excess, with the zero waste ethos sweeping across the country. Minimalism was about resetting, getting rid of as many of your material possessions as possible and stripping back harsh patterns, colours and ornamental items, with hundreds of thousands of people across the globe following the Marie Kondo message of

mahogany furniture and gilded accents. It highlights leatherbound books on the shelves and antique maps on the walls, stylishly mismatched framed art and dark furniture. It leans toward a Victoriana revival, putting beautiful weird trinkets, travel knick-knacks and interesting vintage pieces on display, reversing the hidden away, super clean themes of the past few years.

Thankfully, you don’t have to have a spare room for the modern version, though a study or snug is the perfect setting for such a thing. A set of decorative shelves or a display unit is very effective. The point of a cabinet to give a chance to showcase some special

decluttering. It was certainly deeper than just an aesthetic. Seen to many as a lifestyle, it took special inspiration from the natural colours, white, crisp furniture and freshness of Scandinavia or Japan, the simplicity of cottage life and homesteading and the values of being self-sustaining.

Whilst these inclinations haven’t gone away and people are still enjoying their neutral colours and understated furniture, maximalism is set to continue to rise yet again. It’s 2023, the world is pretty much open, thus travel and adventure is back to being a priority. The rise and prominence of TV and streaming service series being set in the Victorian and Edwardian eras, along with social media and subculture trends emphasising scholarly pursuits and dark academia, all nods towards the romanticising of the semigothic. This development embraces darker jewel tones, sumptuous fabrics, reclaimed or inherited

items or a collection, rather than keep them away in cupboards or storage. A popular take on the trend is to exhibit treasures from your travels or family keepsakes, like a virtual scrapbook, especially if the item holds a memory of a certain place or event. Also ideal for a savvy collector, whether of vintage toys, china tea sets, coloured glassware or retro postcards, it may be time to put such items on display. How much joy you could get out of your items if they were part of a carefully curated museum-like vitrine with beautiful calligraphed info-cards.

For items of different sizes, layers, using pedestals or display holders allow for proper spacing and arrangement. Clever lighting solutions nowadays can also be used to advantage main pieces. There is no fully ‘correct’ way to design a cabinet, after all, part of its charm is the organised yet rustic presentation. Every curator is distinctive, every curio, distinguished. O

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THE ULTIMATE EXPRESSION OF

Open-Air Grand Touring

The Continental GT Convertible has been designed, engineered and handcrafted in Britain, representing all Bentley knows about creating the world’s most stylish and elegant Grand Tourers – the GT Convertible is the very essence of the luxury brand.

A HANDCRAFTED LUXURIOUS CABIN

The interior design of the Continental GT Convertible is tailored specifically to the modern luxury customer, with unrivalled attention to detail that creates an effortless ownership experience. The cabin seamlessly integrates cutting-edge onboard technology with the finest handcrafted natural materials. The result is an exquisite, harmonised, connected and luxurious space.

From the highest-quality leathers, to rare, sustainably sourced veneers, such as Koa and Dark Fiddleback Eucalyptus, the cabin is a triumph for craftsmanship and artisanal skill. Unique dual-veneer is offered, with over 10 square metres of wood used in every car. Customers have the choice of a polished wooden steering wheel too.

The dashboard is styled and sculpted by long, flowing wings that mirror the shape of the Bentley badge. Continental GT Convertible customers can choose from eight interior hood lining colours, including Red, Blue and Magnolia.

The tailored convertible roof can be deployed or stowed in just 19 seconds, with the car travelling at speeds of up to 30 mph (50 km/h). This transforms the Continental GT Convertible from a luxurious coupe into an open-top Grand Tourer at the touch of a button. Seven different fabric hood colours are available, including an authentic tweed finish for the first time.

The 20-way adjustable Comfort Seats set new industry standards in comfort and refinement. Smooth centre panels allow maximum efficiency for the ventilation, heating and massage functions, while the adjustable bolsters retain the signature Bentley quilting. There is also the option of Hand Cross Stitch finishing. A newly designed neckwarmer (which is both warmer and quieter than in the previous generation model), is seamlessly integrated into the heated Comfort Seats, optimising efficiency and airflow around the electrically adjustable headrests. Combined with a heated steering wheel, seat heaters and new heated armrests, these sophisticated comfort features create a luxurious driving experience in all environments.

SUBLIME POWER: THE BEATING HEART OF BENTLEY

At the heart of the Continental GT Convertible sits either Bentley’s renowned 6.0-litre, twinturbocharged W12 TSI engine, or emotional 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8. Both mated to a dual-clutch eight-speed transmission, for faster, more efficient gear changes. The Continental GT family uses two powertrains dependent on model. The GT Mulliner Convertible and GT Speed Convertible centre around the iconic W12, whilst the Azure and S take full advantage of the benefits of the V8.

Spirited performance from the eight-speed V8 models is complemented by refined efficiency, stemming partly from the ability of the engine to de-activate

four of its eight cylinders in suitable conditions, without compromising the drive. The seamless change happens in just 20 milliseconds and is imperceptible to customers. Stop-Start technology, which operates at ‘near-to-stop’ speeds, is also available.

The dual-clutch eight-speed transmission provides smooth acceleration, and impressively quick gearshifts, both hallmarks of the Continental GT’s dynamic character, as well as improved combined fuel economy. Maximum speed is reached in seventh gear, with eighth gear acting as an overdrive gear for relaxed cruising.

Designed, developed and handbuilt in Crewe, the W12 TSI engine is the most advanced 12-cylinder engine in the world.

The Continental GT Convertible also showcases major evolutions in Bentley’s unique application of technology.

A TOUR DE FORCE OF TECHNOLOGY

State-of-the-art technology was integral to designing the most luxurious Grand Tourer. The Continental GT is a fusion of cutting-edge electronics and artisan craftsmanship. It represents the very latest in Bentley’s forward-looking approach to technology, blending ease of use with exquisite design and functionality.

A choice of three audio systems is offered in the Continental GT Convertible. The standard system features 10 speakers and 650 watts, while a Bang & Olufsen 1,500W, 16-speaker system with illuminated speaker grilles is available, benefiting from the first automotive application of the BeoSonic system – a new way for tone setting with a simple, intuitive one-touch user interface.

The Continental GT Convertible also showcases major evolutions in Bentley’s unique application of technology. An advanced, fully digital, driver-focused instrument panel and Bentley Rotating Display for the driver are among the suite of innovations. The latter features an impressive 12.3” touchscreen housed in a three-sided unit, which revolves from pure veneer to reveal either a touchscreen or three elegant analogue dials – offering customers the option of a digital detox when desired.

Combined with the ground-breaking Bentley Rotating Display, up to 10 sophisticated Driver Assistance Systems are available to help the driver in a variety of situations. The Top View Camera gives an ingenious, overhead view of the car and its immediate surroundings via the image processing

As with every Bentley, features are added to enhance the experience of driving...

of pictures provided by four different cameras around the car. This is complemented by reverse traffic warning and self-parking features.

The Night Vision infrared camera is located in the front of the car and monitors the road up to 984.25 feet (300 meters) ahead, making driving in poorly lit environments much safer. It detects and warns of moving obstacles such as pedestrians and large animals, allowing them to be viewed in the digital instrument display.

Active Lane Assist provides gentle steering assistance if it detects any drifting across lane boundaries, while Blind Spot Assist monitors the area around the car, flashing lights in the door mirrors if the driver attempts to cross the path of another vehicle. An optional Head-Up Display projects relevant information, such as current speed, speed limit, driver assistance and navigation information vehicle speed, directly in to the driver’s line of sight.

UNRIVALLED RIDE AND HANDLING

The third generation of Continental GT features Bentley Dynamic Ride, an advanced 48-volt roll control system for unrivalled car control. The system controls and adjusts the electronic actuators on the anti-roll bar of each axle and so improves handling and ride comfort, as well as making the car feel lighter and more precise.

Through Bentley’s Drive Dynamics Control different modes can be selected: Comfort mode, Bentley mode or Sport mode; the suspension, engine, gearbox and other chassis systems will modify to match the selected drive mode. Alternatively, the driver can personalise his or her own dynamic settings.

The system offers the scope to vary from sporting spring stiffness to luxury limousine refinement depending upon which mode the driver has selected. Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) is also featured on the Continental GT Convertible. The new system improves feedback to the driver, while providing isolation from unwanted road disturbances.

The introduction of EPAS also allows the Continental GT to be offered with a wide range of Driver Assistance features including Active Lane Assist, Traffic Jam Assist and Park Assist. Another key feature is the latestgeneration Continuous Damping Control (CDC), which constantly adjusts the damper forces to optimise comfort.

Traffic Sign Recognition detects speed limits and zones in which overtaking is prohibited. When activated, its information is displayed in the digital instrument display and the Head-Up Display. Even temporary speed restrictions on roads can be detected.

As with every Bentley, features are added to enhance the experience of driving and travelling in the car, but never to dominate it.

The braking system is the most powerful iron system ever fitted to a Bentley, with a total of 28 pistons. Brakes of this scale provide the reliable, repeatable stopping performance inherently important to a 200+ mph sporting Grand Tourer.

Elegant, sophisticated and refined, the Continental GT Convertible is the pinnacle of open-top luxury Grand Touring. O

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To Be A Dancer.

For the artists of Jersey’s new dance company, Ballet d’Jerri, dancing is more than a profession, a dream job or highlight in their already sterling careers. The word passion gets used a lot – but that’s simply because that is exactly what it this is. Dancing is their all-encompassing craft, it’s ‘them’, it bores into their bones and exits through their breath.

Interview by Liana Summers-Shaw

The paths that have led these dancers to be part of our first ever on-island professional dance company are both joyous and tumultuous, and certainly varied. 1,000 people auditioned for a place, and these individuals were meticulously selected for not just their incredible technique, but their visionary mindset, creative flair and versatility. Plus, they have the support of a superb, dedicated Artistic Team.

Displaying both steely dedication and fervent flourish, these dancers have spent, for most of them, the majority of their lives dancing, and for all of them, the time, sacrifice and soul poured into an incredible art. It’s not been all tutus and standing ovations either, as they share their journeys, triumphs, despairs and dancer mindsets with Hettich.

Where did it all start? For some, dancing certainly did not run in the family. “Neither of my parents dance, so it was an unusual world for them to find themselves in!” UK raised Anna expresses. It’s the same story with Donovan, who hails from Paris. “No one in my family are dancers or have a dance background.”

“My family never had anything to do with dance” professes Poland born Hanna. “Ballet was never easy for me. That didn’t stop me. I was working very hard trying to prove to everyone that even without predispositions I can become great.”

Having joined the ballet world much later at 17, Kamal, from New Delhi and a Sikh background, always broke out into bhangra at every party or wedding and had never heard of ballet until he watched Bollywood film ‘Anybody Can Dance’. He explains how far he has come in such a short time. “I had never seen anything like this before. I vividly remember, at that moment I told myself that I have to do something… ballet chose me to be a dancer.” He fought social stigma and economic hurdles to make his dream come true. “Coming from a humble background, where I couldn’t afford fees for ballet school to now performing across UK and Europe, I had to cram all the knowledge into a short span of time. I had to prove myself and make sure that I was deserving to be at the ballet school.”

For other members of the company, dance in some form or another was a family affair or stemmed out of a hobby to help release energy. Elsa started dancing in her tiny French village dance school at a young age, with encouragement from her mum to take on an extra-curricular. Meanwhile a young Reece realised ballet helped him release energy ‘in a creative way.’

Ombline initially joined in creative dance classes with her older brother. She reckons her mother’s love for dance steered her into the

sport, as her mother never had the chance to take her own passion for dance further. Ohad was born in Israel, and his mother is a dance teacher and Alicia, who is from the UK, also went to dance classes because of her older sibling. This by no means indicates an easier journey. Each dancer has fought their own demons, faced their own challenges and ridden the highs when overcoming them.

You certainly need plenty of dynamism and grit to get to the level of the Ballet d’Jerri dancers. There’s no doubt that the time and effort that goes into learning to dance is immense; and that’s all before you consider cost, travel, auditions, rehearsals, training sessions and much more. So much more. Although everyone in the company is clearly doing something they love, there are many misconceptions regarding the world of the professional

dancer. Most of the company experience the same queries and conundrums, as Hanna explains. “People think a job as a ballet dancer is just an easy, pretty hobby. Then we as dancers know that we’re doing a good job. It’s supposed to look effortless. But behind the façade there are many hours of hard work (mentally and physically), motivation, discipline, injuries, overcoming obstacles and self-limits.”

Donovan

Hanna

Anna

Donovan highlights this point further. “We work so hard on our technique, on the science of movements, on repetition, just to perfect every little bit and get that feeling you get when you dance.”

That feeling. They all talk ardently and beautifully about the feeling they all have when they dance. For some, it’s a reason to get up in the morning, it’s why they feel compelled to continue, even through times of job insecurity, being away from loved ones and intense injury. In the world of dancing, the challenges come thick and fast, with each individual reflecting on their own struggles to get to where they are. “The lows are: dealing every day with different kinds of pain since almost forever, the fact that you don’t get a ‘normal’ childhood and you leave your family really young” explains Elsa.

Most of the company have also had at least one serious injury. Ohad’s injuries were certainly not pleasant. “I think my knee surgery, breaking two ligaments, was the hardest moment that made me go through big physical realisations.” Ouch.

“I can find it challenging to give full bodily effort everyday even when it can be a lot of pain” Anna mentions. “When I had a back injury it was super challenging to watch everyone dancing in front of me whilst I had to sit out for three months” she adds.

Yet it seems pain is just part and parcel of a dancer’s life.

Hanna is also still nursing injuries. “The hardest thing I had to endure were definitely injuries. A couple of months ago I dislocated my kneecap during rehearsal with BDJ. It was excruciatingly painful when it happened and still is during rehab. The hardest things in life are there to make us even stronger.”

Aside from the bodily pain, Donovan recalls times he could barely move from being so exhausted. “Everything about dance and training while going to school, being part of a family, having very long hours is difficult. I would come back home and not even be able to stand up because I was not even physically capable anymore and still had to cook, do laundry and the dishes for my mother and sister, and then go to bed finally to just recover and get ready to fight another day.”

Aside from the misconceptions, injuries and having to adapt to a completely different way of training during Covid (“really frustrating!” vents Elsa, which is thoroughly echoed by the others), other difficulties highlight a side that very few people can see behind the glitz and glamour. Most of the company accept the pay isn’t going to make them a millionaire. “The biggest misconception is that people forget that we need to get paid for what we do. It’s not a school, it’s a profession” explains Ohad.

Ombline emphasises this common fear further. “My struggle has been unemployment. There comes a time when the only thing you do is audition, you are bound to get affected… it was a period in my life I will never forget, I cannot. To a certain extent I choose not to, because it makes everything happening now worth it.”

Alicia also points out the mental game within the dance world. “Generally not being in control of your own schedule and holidays is tough. Also mentally knowing that you are constantly replaceable, as the competition for good jobs is so high, is quite a hard thing to live with. Despite all that I wouldn’t ask for any other career or lifestyle.”

More understanding, more job security and steadier wages for the form and the arts in general is certainly a wish of many in the company. Yet, like Alicia stated, there’s nothing else they’d rather do. This is their life’s work and quite literally, blood, sweat and tears go into such an impactful profession.

Thankfully, one thing that is clear is that there are many avenues of support and love through family, friends and within the company comradery. These bonds and encouragement, it seems, are fully felt by all the dancers, as they reflect on how they wouldn’t be where they are now without steadfast families, teachers who believed in them and solid friendships. What did having such backing mean to them?

Kamal

Reece

Elsa

“My family were always there for me, driving me to every competition and every performance” shares Hanna.

Ombline knows her family have her back. “Without them I would not be where I am today. They made me believe when I doubted so that’s the best support I could ask for.”

Now, being part of a new dance family including a solid back-ofhouse team, support and teamwork is an important factor in the daily life of the Ballet d’Jerri members. Aside from the beautiful beaches and nature in Jersey, which brings some helpful feel-good endorphins to the crew’s busy schedule, having each other through this crazy and exhilarating journey is paramount. Quite rightly, Ballet d’Jerri has been extremely well received – a true ambassador for the arts within its island home and wider afield. Alicia, as rehearsal director, has significant hopes for the company. The dream?

“To have a physical home where we can host not only our private classes, rehearsals and studio performances, but a place to host events, and to invite guests, students, children, key workers and people in the community who are interested in dance to get involved and take part in our educational projects.”

“Movement is life!” exclaims Elsa “And art as well. Covid proved it. What would we all have done at home without music, watching shows, cinematography, painting, creating, reading or cooking, which I all see as art as well.” It was widely acknowledged back then – and

now more than ever - how much the arts are needed. This battle to raise the profile and support the arts is one of the biggest reoccurring dreams the company shares. “We need people to realise the necessity of dance and consider art as an essential instead of an extra-curricular or not important” suggests Reece.

It’s obvious dancing is like oxygen to these inspirational yet grounded professionals. A final query leaves them with probably the trickiest questions to answer: what does it feel like when you dance? What does dancing mean to them?

Anna sums up her thoughts. “When I dance it’s pretty indescribable other than the fact that I feel a full awareness of where my body is and

on stage, I can finally be who I want to be, who I am, without any judgement. It’s fascinating to see you can be either fragile or invincible and it doesn’t matter.”

For Kamal it’s “my identity, it’s who I am as a dancer”. Dancing is an evocative way of expressing different sides of themselves through different dance genres.

“I can be whoever I want whenever I want depending on interpretation” chimes in Hanna. Each dancer has not only taken in all the fierceness needed to see themselves through one of the most gruelling art forms, but to do it with real grace and selfreflection.

For Alicia dancing can be “total commitment when in training. Then when on the stage or performing a wellrehearsed piece, total surrender.”

what it is doing.” And it’s meaning? “Having the power to make people feel something through moving your body.”

When describing dance Reece has an interesting concept. “Not a feeling but the absence of feeling.” For him, ballet simply means one word: “freedom.”

Donovan feels he can’t put what dancing means into words. “Go out and try it for yourself!” he urges. “All I can say is, it’s worth it.”

“Dancing is so fulfilling to me,” explains Ombline. “When I go

Ohad’s approach is pretty pragmatic. “Ballet and dance is simply a way of life.” Which makes perfect sense –to be where they are is no ‘hobby’, these dancers eat, breathe and sleep this art.

Kamal continues further. “It feels like I am surrounded with angelic energy with so much joy and positivity, I feel light like a bird, I can feel each breath, I can feel my spirits moving, the indescribable feeling that can’t be explained but you can only feel it by doing it.”

As intense as that sounds, the rest of the company certainly echoes those sentimentalities. As Hanna perfectly states: “Dance is me and I am dance, we are one.” O

Ohad Ombline

Getting to know... Iza Bogusz

Sales Associate

How long have you been working at Hettich?

I have now been working at Hettich for seven months.

What got you into the business of jewellery sales?

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Sparkles, Death &

Famous or infamous? Precious jewels have long been tied to some of the most noted people and iconic moments in history. From bold declarations of love to mysteriously tragic curses, most historical jewellery comes with a tale or two to tell, shrouded in years of whispers, wonder and even fear. But which three legendary jewels top the bill?

A tale of two pearls, which have been so mixed up through history it can be hard to get a proper timeline. Not to be confused with La Pelegrina Pearl, which has an interesting but not quite as romantic history, Le Peregrina with an ‘r’ seems to have been a popular gift and symbol of love and happy occasions over the last few centuries, though in fairness, both impressive gems have been acclaimed for their beauty and vastly romanticised.

In 1576, a pearl which was said to be the most pristine, most symmetrical pearl ever found was discovered off the coast of Panama. La Peregrina is a perfect pear drop shape, and originally weighed in at 223.8 grains, (55.95 carats), being the larger of the two famous pearls. Its first owner was supposedly Philip II of Spain, who allegedly gave it to his new wife, Queen Mary I of England as a romantic gesture. One says allegedly, because the pearl in the famous portrait of Queen Mary Tudor is said to be the Tudor Pearl/La Pelegrina (confusing that they both had been owned by Spanish royalty, and were tear drop style pearls). Either way, the pearl was enjoyed by numerous Spanish royalty lines at weddings, given as a gift to loved ones or passed down through

The Romantic - La Pelegrina and La Peregrina Pearls

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family. Eventually it ended up in another famous family line, with Napoleon’s older brother, Joseph-Napoléon Bonaparte acquiring it in 1808. Bonaparte then sold the pearl on to James Hamilton, Marquess and later Duke of Abercorn who gifted the pearl to his wife, Louisa.

La Peregrina’s ties with romance continue throughout much of its story. By 1969, renowned actor Richard Burton bought it for his then wife, superstar actress Elizabeth Taylor, with Cartier remounting the pearl into a new necklace design. The pearl nearly ended up in the stomach of Taylor’s mischievous puppy, when said pooch decided to use the newly crafted Cartier and La Peregrina necklace as a chew toy. Thankfully, Taylor was able to wrestle the necklace out of the canine’s jaws and the gem was thankfully unscathed. Burton and Taylor’s passionate but sometimes tumultuous on-off relationship is well documented, but ultimately, it was one of Taylor’s most cherished possessions, a symbol of her and Burton’s love.

La Peregrina was sold as part of Elizabeth Taylor’s collection by Christie’s New York in 2011 for $11,842,500, rendering it the most expensive natural pearl ever auctioned at the time and has since been under private ownership.

The Cursed - The Hope Diamond

A jewel that inflicts fear and superstition…or a most excellent marketing ploy? One of the most ‘cursed’ jewels in the history of mankind, the Hope Diamond, eerily glows blood red in ultraviolet light. It is currently on display at The Smithsonian in Washington DC, and for now it seems, whilst enshrined in glass, the Curse of the Hope Diamond is no more.

The curse itself was believed to have been drummed up in the Victorian or Edwardian times as a bit of a marketing scheme. And yes, whilst some of its owners have been very unlucky in one form or another, with previous owners of the diamond apparently having succumbed to sickness, death, murder, revolution, debt and theft, (the most famous being the deaths of Louis XIV of France and Marie Antoinette) the Hope Diamond has had so many owners and passed around a magnitude of times, there could surely be argued a case of ‘wrong place, wrong time’.

The gemstone itself is thought to have originated in India, with a story later added regarding it being stolen from a Hindu temple idol – thus the curse began. It is thought to have been cut from a 112-carat

Elizabeth Taylor - La Peregrina Pearl, 1969

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stone brought to France by the jewel trader JeanBaptiste Tavernier and purchased by Louis XIV in 1668 as part of the French crown jewels, known as ‘The Tavernier Stone’ or ‘The French Blue’. In 1673 it was recut into a 67-carat heart and disappeared after the French crown-jewel robbery of 1792. Eventually, the 45.5-carat Hope diamond was renamed for the London banker Thomas Hope, who purchased it in 1830. As the jewel has often been sold after a death, for bankruptcy or for debts, the negative connotations have latched on and given the ‘beware the wearer’ story a hint of gravitas. Washington DC socialite

Evalyn Walsh McLean and her husband bought the diamond from Cartier in 1911, with another sad rumour attributing the deaths of her children to the Hope’s bad luck later in the 20th century. So bad were some of the stories about the diamond that at the time, members of their family tried to get them to sell it back to Cartier, who refused to take it back. Had the re-purchase gone through, would the fates of the McLean children have differed?

By 1958, owner and New York diamond merchant

Harry Winston donated the Hope Diamond to the Smithsonian, becoming the Museum’s most popular

You can’t do a piece about famous jewellery without mentioning this diamond, as inflammatory as it is. Persian for ‘Mountain of Light’, claims suggest that the Koh-I-Noor diamond started out at 191 metric carats, making it one of the largest cut diamonds in the world, though of course it is much smaller now. Before 1740 its history is blurred and vague, giving rise to multiple stories on how it came to be. It has certainly been passed throughout many kingdoms for centuries, being chopped and changed throughout time – often through the pretty controversial means of ownership through colonialism, invasion and force involving multiple countries. Now around 105.6 carats, the diamond was ‘acquired’ in 1849 by England’s Queen Victoria after the conclusion of the Second Anglo-Sikh War. Although Victoria wore it often, she became uneasy about the way in which the diamond had been acquired. In a letter to her eldest daughter, Victoria, Princess Royal, she wrote in the 1870s: “No one feels more strongly than I do about India or how much I opposed our taking those countries and I think no more will be taken, for it is very wrong and no advantage to us. You know also how I dislike wearing the Koh-i-Noor”.

Passing down through the females in British royalty, the diamond was transferred to Queen Mary’s Crown in 1911. It was finally transferred to Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother’s Crown in 1937. Queen Camilla was crowned with Queen Mary’s Crown at the coronation of King Charles III on 6 May 2023, but without the Kohi-Noor diamond.

The countries who have disputed its possession, including India, Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan, have had themselves a mix of tumultuous histories, and the Koh-I-Noor has been stuck in the middle, its true ownership still vastly debated. O

Evalyn Walsh McLean - The Hope Diamond, c.1911

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Queen Elizabeth II - The Koh-I-Noor Diamond, 1953

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de Balbianello, Lake Como, Italy | Casino Royale (2006)

It’s not just for film. Learn action stunts with Daniel Craig’s stunt double Lee Morrison, gain unparalleled access to the Bollinger estate, sail off into the Venetian sunset onboard a vintage yacht replete with an exclusive encounter with the Oscar winning special effects supervisor Chris Corbould OBE, learning about special effects across the 15 years he’s worked on 007 films*. This is the James Bond life, brought to you by awardwinning, bespoke travel company Black Tomato, in partnership with EON Productions, and it’s every bit as incredible as you’d imagine.

Together they have crafted a definitive 12-night journey, named ‘The Assignment’, a hand-picked selection of Bond experiences in five locations across Europe. This luxury jet-setting trip takes you across some of the top destinations in Europe, following the very trail of some of Bond’s most iconic, thrill-seeking adventures. The itinerary will culminate in Venice with an immersive finale dining experience, created exclusively for this collaboration, at the Murano glass factory: the glass-filled venue in which Bond and Chang battled in Moonraker (1979).

Trips range from five nights to any length of time desired with prices from £15,000 per person. Travellers may also customise their own itinerary, choosing from a variety of exclusive 007 experiences in the UK, France, Monaco, Italy and Austria. In celebration of the 60-year franchise, only 60 limited edition trips are available for purchase; each of which includes a complementary, exclusively commissioned Dr. No (1962) inspired attaché case by Globe-Trotter, official luggage to 007.

Want to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime travel extravaganza? Here are a few exclusive snippets of what and where you can add to your tour:

United Kingdom

A cinematic start in London will feature a privately guided, high-speed chase down the Thames with a drone capturing the entire pursuit. From here, travellers will have the opportunity to train with Lee Morrison, the award-winning stunt co-ordinator who has worked on the last five Bond films and receive a hands-on ‘weapons briefing’ direct from the armourers of the films themselves. Finally, travellers will embark on a privately-guided sartorial tour of Burlington Arcade and Jermyn Street, visiting proprietors including N. Peal and Lock & Co, St. James’ Street, where they may get to see iconic garments and accessories from the films.*

Stay: The Corinthia Hotel

*All experiences are date and availability dependent

Burlington Arcade, London, UK

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The Corinthia Hotel, London, UK Photo: William Barton / Shutterstock.com

Spectre (2015)

France

You will have extraordinarily rare and exclusive access to explore the champagne of 007 at the Champagne Bollinger Chateau and Estate, in the village of Ay, Champagne. Open only by appointment, Champagne Bollinger will open their doors exclusively for these trips. Touring the vineyards by vintage Land Rover, exploring the coveted 1829 Reserve Cellars, and enjoying an ultra-rare, guided tasting of a La Grand Année vintage, as sipped by Bond in Casino Royale (2006).

Stay: Hôtel de Crillon, Paris

Monaco

In the true spirit of James Bond, see the sights of Monaco’s Cote d’Azur aboard a private yacht. Explore the iconic Cote d’Azur accompanied by Bond Girl Carole Ashby who appeared in Octopussy (1983) and View To A Kill (1985) alongside Roger Moore. Hear Carole’s fabulous tales of the stories behind the making of the films as you glide past the backdrop of so many Bond adventures. Drop anchor at La Reserve de la Mala for lunch – before swimming in secluded, languorous coves; finally, making an unforgettably glamorous arrival into the bay of Monaco, heading to the Casino de Monte-Carlo for a VIP behind the scenes tour and time at the tables.

Stay: Hotel Metropole, Monte Carlo

Italy

Bond’s Italy is a place of romance, relaxation and intrigue. Fittingly, travellers will take in the breathtaking glamor of Lake Como; water-skiing before jumping aboard a private seaplane and meeting a waiting wooden Riva boat to drive you to Villa La Gaeta and onto a private visit of Villa de Balbianello – both featured in Casino Royale (2006). As the sun sets over Venice, we’ll organise a private speedboat to Murano for special access to the Glass Museum to see the famed Coppa Barovier, around which Bond and Chang battled in Moonraker (1979); ending the day in the Nason Moretti glass factory for a gourmet, candlelight dinner.

Stay: Villa Passalacqua, Lake Como & Belmond Hotel Cipriani, Venice

Carole Ashby, Monaco | Octopussy (1983) & View To A Kill (1985)

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Casino de Monte-Carlo, Monaco | Goldeneye (1995)

Bollinger Chateau and Estate, Ay, France

Austria

A breath-taking Bond ski odyssey awaits travellers in the Austrian mountains of the Ötztal Valley. Here, travellers will ascend, by snow groomer, long before the crowds, to experience this sublime landscape at their own pace – and on freshly groomed piste. From here, venture to the summit of Gaislachkogl for a private, behind-the-scenes tour of 007 Elements – a dramatic exhibition profiling the high-tech world of Bond. This tour will be led by its curator and there is the option to be accompanied by Oscar-winning Chris Corbould OBE - the Bond special effects supervisor who has worked on fifteen of the franchise’s films – an honour he rarely bestows. To cap things off, travellers will have window-side seating for a reservation at the adjacent Ice Q restaurant, the building that played the Hoffler Klinik where Madeleine Swann worked in Spectre (2015) – overlooking the dramatic landscapes of Sölden and beyond. O

Stay: Das Central, Sölden

Why this tour?

Tom Marchant, co-founder of Black Tomato explains the motives behind creating such an inspirational and exciting travel opportunity. “The narratives of so many Bond films are enhanced by the distinct feel of iconic destinations, so recreating these stories for a first-person travel experience has been a true delight and honor. We’re thrilled to be at the forefront of creating something bespoke that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, so clients can experience real immersion into Bond’s world on their terms. It’s been brilliant to work with a breadth of captivating European settings that have allowed us to fully embrace the full scope of this incredible franchise.”

With the unparalleled impact James Bond has had on film, luxury and travel culture, this trip is a true homage to the greatest action hero of all time, as well as the stunning locations and experiences that elevate the franchise to its dizzying heights that still hold strong and true today.

Are you going to be part of the legacy?

For further details: www.blacktomato.com/james-bond

Das Central, Sölden, Austria | Spectre (2015)

The view, Sölden, Austria

Glass Museum, Murano, Italy | Moonraker (1979)

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