Town Magazines (London editions) November 2020

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MAGAZINES A lot of people are intimidated by galleries or overwhelmed by the prospect of choosing a suitable artwork for their home or as a present or as an investment piece...” explains GALERIE PRINTS founder Stuart, “but actually there should be nothing intimidating about it at all!”. “That’s one of the core reasons why we created GALERIE PRINTS, to make really beautiful photography and art prints genuinely accessible.”

Skate back in time this winter with an unforgettable visit to the Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink, situated in the grounds of King Henry VIII’s stunning Tudor palace. One of the highlights of the festive calendar, skaters can enjoy spectacular riverside views by day, before the historic façade is lit up at night, creating a dramatic backdrop to any session. This year will feature an even larger rink, giving skaters the space to enjoy a memorable day out on the ice.

Lloyds Bank has released data which, not surprisingly shows that prime London boroughs continue to dominate the list. Lloyds Bank, which compiled the research using Land Registry data, said every region of England has at least one “million pound street” Ilchester Place, located in the heart of Holland Park has been crowned the most expensive residential street in England and – and should you wish to buy a property in this exclusive part of the capital then expect to pay around £15.6million.

Sharp, contemporary, and always evolving: since its very beginnings, the Emporio Armani line has offered a dynamic, urban aesthetic. The Icon collection was born from the idea of creating a hub within the hub that is Emporio Armani: a selection of iconic pieces for men and women, updated in both materials and shapes, that tell the story of the brand – we take a look at their Autumn/Winter range.

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Autumn Park Dog Walks in London Chiswick Gardens

Chiswick Gardens does have a few ‘no go dog zones’, but there are plenty of areas for your pooch to explore, including a dedicated part of the lake for your water baby to paddle and swim. Fortunately, our stylish dog collars and leads are also water-resistant and wipe clean: We can’t say the same about your dog though!

Finsbury Park

We love this park, one of the first of its kind in Victorian London. As popular as it was back then, Finsbury Park boasts a former 4.5-mile railway line which is now a tranquil footpath and nature reserve linking Finsbury Park to Highgate Woods. The Parkland Walk is a beautiful way to escape the hustle and bustle of London on our doorstep!

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tepping out in style is easy for fashionable dogs and owners with the Buddy & Bone 100% Vegan Leather Dog Collar & Lead Collection. The London dog accessories brand shares a few of their favourite places to go walkies this autumn...

Battersea Park

A favourite with our Team and woof juniors and just a short stroll from our head office. Battersea Park boasts 200 acres including lakes, woodland areas and open spaces. There are nature reserves which are dog-free zones, but well-behaved dogs are allowed off lead in vast expanses of the park.

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“Stepping out in style is easy for fashionable dogs and owners with the Buddy & Bone 100% Vegan Leather Dog Collar & Lead Collection”

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THE DETAILS For more of our must-try London dog walks and to shop our water-resistant, easy to care for collection of designer dog collars and leads: buddyandbone.com

Hampstead Heath

With 790 acres to explore and several tube stations surrounding it, Hampstead Heath is well worth a tube ride or car journey (the heath has several car parks) to explore with your fur friend. With a combination of woodland and vast heath areas we say it’s worth sniffing out!

Hyde Park

A central London park that is both dog friendly and full of historical landmarks. Even if you’re a Londoner, you’ll still be impressed by this Royal Park and its numerous famous landmarks including Speakers’ Corner, Serpentine Lake and the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain. A ‘pawsome’ park in the throbbing heart of the capital!

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Skate back in time at the Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink

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kate back in time this winter with an unforgettable visit to the Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink, situated in the grounds of King Henry VIII’s stunning Tudor palace.

One of the highlights of the festive calendar, skaters can enjoy spectacular riverside views by day, before the historic façade is lit up at night, creating a dramatic backdrop to any session. This year will feature an even larger rink, giving skaters the space to enjoy a memorable day out on the ice.

With new measures having been introduced to ensure that every visit is safe and secure, skaters can relax and enjoy the festive atmosphere. There’ll be hygiene standards fit for a king or a queen, as well as staggered skate sessions, ensuring fewer people on the ice at any one time. Little ones can also find their feet with the assistance of the penguin or dolphin skate aids available to hire – just remember that pre-booking is required!

Once you’ve worked up an appetite on the ice, it’s time to head inside and satisfy those cravings at the Ice Rink Café and Bar. Tuck into hearty winter warming dishes, indulgent treats and a range of delicious hot and cold beverages, all created by Miss Polly’s. For anyone not wanting to brave the ice itself, snacks can

also be enjoyed from the specially designed spectator area to ensure no one misses out on the action!

The fun doesn’t stop on the rink, and no trip would be complete without a visit inside Hampton Court Palace itself, walking in the footsteps of some of history’s most famous kings and queens. One of the most famous buildings in Britain, visitors can explore the grand

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THE DETAILS Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is open daily from 20 November 2020 to 3 January 2021 (excluding Christmas Day). Book tickets at hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre runs from 4-6 and 11-13 December and is included in palace admission.

Tickets can be booked at: hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk

State Apartments, where festive events have taken place for almost 500 years, and see the palace dressed for the season with traditional decorations from across the centuries. Marvel at King Henry VIII’s Great Hall with its grand hammer beam ceiling, which craftsmen created to evoke the nostalgia of its medieval predecessors and under which hundreds of years of feasting have taken place. Pay a visit to the Tudor Kitchens where Christmas dinners of times gone by would have been prepared, before stepping into King William III’s awe-inspiring Baroque apartments. Finish the day with a stroll through the beautiful formal gardens, the perfect activity for a crisp winter’s day.

For the first time in its history, the popular Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre will be taking place across two weekends in December, meaning there’s even more time to shop for gifts for loved ones and soak up the cosy atmosphere. Spread across the palace’s historic cobbled courtyards and the sprawling East Front formal

“With new measures having been introduced to ensure that every visit is safe and secure, skaters can relax”

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gardens, the Fayre offers a food lover’s wonderland, with an array of stalls boasting artisan produce, delicious street food and unique gifts guaranteed to offer a memorable day out. Selling everything from churros and fudge to craft cider and hot chocolate, taste buds are guaranteed to be tingling after a stroll around the buzzing market stalls. And mouth-watering smells won’t be the only sense evoked, as the sound of Christmas classics will fill the air with the return of the much-loved bandstand, offering entertainment and live music for all to enjoy.

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GALERIE PRINTS Ava Gardner 1954 / Everett / GALERIE PRINTS

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BRIGITTE BARDOT BY TERRY O’NEILL

lot of people are intimidated by galleries or overwhelmed by the prospect of choosing a suitable artwork for their home or as a present or as an investment piece...” explains GALERIE PRINTS founder Stuart, “but actually there should be nothing intimidating about it at all!”.

“That’s one of the core reasons why we created GALERIE PRINTS, to make really beautiful photography and art prints genuinely accessible.”

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Blue Girl by BATIK

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DarthElvis by BATIK

GRETA GARBO; OPPOSITE: Marilyn On The Roof 1955 by Ed Feingersh

“We offer a wide range of prints from Photography to Art and Vintage Posters and for a wide range of price levels from £ 100 for a beautiful open edition print to £ 90 K for a one-off edition print of Duffy’s infamous Aladdin Sane image signed by David Bowie himself.”

Covering a wide range of subjects, themes include Sports, Architecture, Pop Art, Travel and Social Documentary and in large range of formats including Supersize prints at 2m x 1.5m and larger – there is genuinely something for every art and image lover.

Beautifully produced prints with London handmade framing and finishing, the quality speaks for itself.

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Peppard & Hepburn 1961 / AKG; opposite: The Beach by Irie Wata

“Beautifully produced prints with London handmade framing and finishing, the quality speaks for itself” Whether you are buying an exclusive hand signed Terry O’Neill print or an Estate Stamped Slim Aarons print from our collection of over 1,000 of his works - or an image by an unknown photographer for the sheer beauty of it, GALERIE PRINTS pride themselves on exceptional customer care and are always open to answering any type of questions on any of their offerings and always open to lending useful advice.

“We like to work with interior designers on large hotel projects to individuals just wanting to choose a gift for someone special”

Bruce Springsteen The River Tour 1980 Vintage Poster

“…Paramount in importance to us is that our customers are happy – and we never tire of getting yet another nice review or comment from our clients… at the end of the day that’s what really matters…” says Fleur, Production Manager at GALERIE PRINTS. Prints and frames are made to order and can be done to any specification and securely delivered worldwide.

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GALERIE PRINTS have a gallery in southwest London at 152 Arthur Road, Wimbledon Park SW19 8AQ and are online with a highly established international client base at GALERIEPRINTS.com use code: londontown and get 20% off your order!

DOROTHY LAMOUR; OPPOSITE: The Beach by Irie Wata

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Fine Wine & Whisky: Are You Sitting on a Goldmine?

For all intents and purposes, the value of a fine wine should be a simple one to understand—a fantastic wine is produced in finite quantity, and, whilst being consumed across the globe, it appreciates in value as a result of its increasing rarity.

The reality is that understanding the value of a fine wine is not that simple. The vintage, producer, and the wine itself are all contributing factors to its value over time. How successful was the vintage, and at what price was it released?

Although wine has been traded as a commodity since the early 19th century, it was the 1970’s that was to really set the modern precedent for interest in fine wine. Amidst globalisation and a rise in global wealth, both America and Asia became important emerging markets, and in an increasingly competitive and active market, the values of wine began to rocket.

As values have increased to unprecedented levels, it has been the wines of Burgundy which have led the way. A single bottle of 1945 Romanee-Conti was sold 24 NOVEMBER 2020

recently for a record-breaking £424,000, with prices continuing to increase year-on-year.

Scotch whisky is also booming. A single bottle of Macallan 1926 60-year-old single malt was recently sold for £1,500,000, with rare whisky claiming growth of 582 per cent, according to the Knight Frank index.

A 2012 survey by Barclays Wealth and Investment Management found that 28% of high net worth individuals have a wine collection, and that 2% of their wealth is tied up in wine.

With many people not realising that they could be sitting on a goldmine, and the untapped potential that their wines and whiskies may hold, technology is now increasingly helping people navigate the world of fine wines and whiskies.

By leveraging technology, companies are now able to value wines instantly online, and provide you with an accurate valuation and quotation for your fine wine.

It is worth asking the question: is there value in your cellar or wine collection waiting to be unlocked? jftwines.com

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Galvin At Windows, Mayfair

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which is why the Taste of Autumn set menu (4-courses for £45 per person) brings together some of the best produce around. Jerusalem artichoke velouté, mushroom, truffle toast; pressed terrine of Cotswold white chicken, whipped livers, pistachio, pickled carrot; Cornish mackerel, kohlrabi, dill, horseradish buttermilk; Merrifield farm duck, turnip, glazed chestnut, blackberry and Pear, hazelnut & gianduja soufflé – are just some of the seasonal favourites showcased at Galvin At Windows.

BRUNCHING & LUNCHING

Located in the heart of Mayfair, Galvin At Windows is perched up high on the 28th Floor of London Hilton on Park Lane.

Bringing back nothing but the best of modern British classics onto the London dining scene post lock-down, Chef Patron Chris Galvin and Head Chef Marc Hardiman have drawn on their culinary experiences to create new seasonally inspired offerings for this much-loved and trusted brand, underpinned by simplicity and innovation with a carefully curated hand-picked wine list to match.

WEEK DAY DINNERS

Championing nothing but the best quality sustainable seasonal produce, the menus at Galvin At Windows are inspired by the incredible ingredients found in the great British larder, designed to deliver maximum flavour and nothing but true satisfaction for customers. Serving from the a la carte, Tue – Sat 5.30pm – 10pm, with last seating 8pm, highlight dishes include Portland crab, heirloom tomatoes, fresh almonds; Anjou pigeon farci à gratin, celeriac, damson, black olive and Apple tarte tatin, Calvados served with Tahitian vanilla ice cream.

WELCOME IN THE NEW SEASON

The arrival of Autumn calls for some of the richest ingredients, packed with taste and flavour,

Weekend dining at Galvin At Windows is a date worth planning. Kick start Saturday, from 11:45am with a top-class brunch. Served until 2:30pm, choose any egg dish (Royale - smoked salmon, Florentine -spinach, Benedict -Bayonne ham or Omelette Arnold Bennet) with a drink (glass of Prosecco, beer or Bloody Mary) for £20 per person.

Stay on for Sunday and settle in for the ultimate in luxury and relaxation from 11:45am – 3pm. Choose from 2-courses for £39.50 per person or 3-courses for £55 per person and take your pick of starters from butternut squash velouté with wild mushrooms and truffle; marbled duck liver, peach, hazelnut and ginger and cured Faroe Islands salmon, Oscietra caviar, endive and sea buckthorn.

Meander through to mains with roast native Black Angus beef, Yorkshire pudding, seasonal vegetables, red wine sauce; Lemon sole, mussels, kohlrabi, seaweed; Cornish cod, cauliflower, curry, pine nuts, sultanas and Landes chicken, peas à la Française with Wiltshire truffle. For the sweet-toothed diners, best to save room for the white chocolate and orange délice with rhubarb sorbet; Valhrona chocolate brownie topped with cremeaux, yoghurt ice cream or opt for a selection of seasonal cheese by Maître affineur ‘Buchanans’.

Heralding some of the most spectacular 360 views of London, Galvin at Windows remains a firm favourite for regular foodies and visitors alike and continues to champion best-inclass cuisine and hospitality.

22 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 1BE Tel: 020 7208 4021 Email: reservations@galvinatwindows.com

“The arrival of Autumn calls for some of the richest ingredients, packed with taste and flavour”

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STRENGTH, POWER & BEAUTY

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aroline is originally from Amsterdam, Holland but lives in London since 2016. She has had several exhibitions in Holland and in London art galleries over the past years.

The majority of Carolines work consists of collections and women shapes, although she made individual art work, she emphasizes on her collections. Strength, Oceans love, Inspired

by Picasso, Women in abstract and Let’s face it’ are her main collections. A distinctive signature from her which returns in all her paintings are straight lines and cubicle shapes mixed with a contemporary art style.

THE DETAILS The fashion runways and the beauty of women are what You can find more of her work inspired her to create her latest and additional information collection ‘Strength’. Her about the paintings and background in fashion clearly available art classes at comes back in this collection. caropaintings.com or on There is a bit of mystery in Instagram & Facebook the face expression which you @Caropaintings have to believe but can also be intriguing. By using elements of abstractionism and realism at the same time there is contradiction in her work, you have to take an extra look and have your own imagination.

As this collection is about the power and beauty exposed by so many different women, ‘Strength’ is the only true name for her latest collection.

Caroline is starting her art

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classes in the beginning of 2021. There are two different courses, the two day ‘Strength art’ class based on the latest collection and the one day ‘Oceans Love art’ class based on abstract seascapes.

At the end of these courses you should be able to work with acrylic paint, mixing of colours to get the right shades and applying effects by using tape, gold leaves, spray paint and glitters for example.

The main focus in the ‘Strength art’ classes is becoming acquainted with and how to mix acrylic paint into several skin tones and paint an abstract face and body.

The main focus in the ‘Oceans Love art’ classes is becoming acquainted with and how to mix acrylic paint into different ocean colours and how to paint a wave.

All art classes are held in a West London venue and have a maximum of 5 persons per session.

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Anna Van den Hรถvel takes you on an abstract world tour

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lobal is not just the theme in the pictures of Anna Luisa van den Hövel. The artist fascinates on an international level with rugged surfaces and elegant motifs.

In the world of fine arts, nature by itself has always been a popular model. Not without reason. Original forms, a rich variety of unadulterated colours and mystical landscapes have also captivated the Munich artist Anna van den Hövel.

Growing up between the coast of Menorca, the Alpine landscape of Austria and urban Munich, the urge to explore and experience the world emerged early on. So she traveled across all the continents and fell madly in love with our fascinating planet. On her travels, the curious explorer collected mental snapshots that are still rooted in her deep emotions today. A very important aspect are the photographs that Anna has been able to collect over the years all over the world and now serve as a blueprint for her paintings.

Her works are not about depicting lifelike landscape paintings.

“Our body is a great asset - so I include this directly in my works, using my hands and feet as a paintbrush. “ Anna van den Hövel wants to give the viewer more. She connects the creative process with its own individual perception of the world. Expressive and unconventional techniques are used.

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combines acrylics, pigments, lacquer and materials such as sand, earth or mortar to make the images in her head a reality.

“My definition of art is to create something with my hands that expresses who I am,” says the artist about her work.

Her works are more than just painting. The often large-format canvases with generously applied layers wrap the viewer through powerful movements and offer a surprisingly new and charming view of our planet.

“Birdview”, a series from her creative cycle. The bird’s-eye view makes her motifs smaller, smaller and powerless. Only the big picture of colours, shapes and materials offers the viewer a scope to perceive buildings, objects and landscapes.

The success proves Anna right. Currently, exhibitions are planned in Los Angeles and New York. Her agent in the US is none other than Guy Hector. With “the Art House” he already manages many great artists in North America. In addition, her art does not just show on the canvas but together with the shoe innovation “Mime et moi”, Anna van den Hövel designed the look of an exclusive shoe limited to 100 pairs. This makes it clear that the young creator is well equipped for her journey on the catwalk of the international art scene: with talent, techniques and heart and soul. hoevelvandenart.com 32 NOVEMBER 2020

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Stacie McCormick Art

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or Stacie McCormick, being an artist is a balancing act.

She runs the prestigious Unit 1 Gallery | Workshop in West London. The artist leading this artist-led initiative is a double full time job. Between exhibitions, residency programmes and a foundation, McCormick has her hands full, but the promise from the very beginning has been to always keep her studio practice strong and alive.

Multi-disciplinary artist, Los Angeles-born and London-based, Stacie McCormick is creating paintings primarily on canvas and paper, producing works that are abstract & gestural.

Using ink, acrylic and oil, her paintings are often referred to as hypnotic, meditative, powerfully calming, calligraphic and beautiful.

Stacie has a daily practice of rehearsing her gesture in preparation for larger paintings resulting in a strong portfolio of works on paper.

The appearance of spontaneity is rigorously studied, a result of over 30 years of work ‘training’ her gesture.

Her most recent body of work is entitled “Twelve Marks Epiphany Chronicles”.

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work is a continuation of a fascination with impossibilities. Setting herself a challenge of attempting to paint the ‘same’ painting over and over despite knowing the method and materials will not allow.

The resulting body of works are a family and have harmony and discord at once.

“I am seeking this sublime moment of becoming.” says McCormick. Her motivation to paint, to work and play and move through the painting experience until a number of conditions align and the work establishes itself as complete, a conjuring of components and materials into reality. staciemccormickstudio.com

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Eden gift experiences Eden Hotel Collection offer something for everyone!

Foodies will be covered with fine dining vouchers and sumptuous afternoon teas.

Make a grand romantic gesture with an overnight stay for your partner, or treat a spa lover to a spa break or a fancy Champagne and polish. Specific monetary amounts are also available from £25.00 to £250.00 so they can choose their experience themselves! edenhotelcollection.com/gift-vouchers

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Botanical fragrance house inspired by the healing properties of plant folklore.

Sun.day create moments of escape and nostalgia, lovingly handcrafted in East London by fine artist Natasha, inspired by her native Macedonian botanical history.

Designed to enhance wellbeing, mental clarity, and to harness the healing powers of nature.

Seven complex and sophisticated scents are formulated with vegan soyfree plant waxes & pure aromatherapy essential oils.

180ml Midi candle candle be enjoyed for approximately 50 hours. sundayoflondon.com

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Figurines® reflect the journey of life those people we meet along the way that inspire us with words of compassion appreciation and gratitude.

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Investing in Fine Art isn’t so crazy…

ine art does more than just add a dash of elegance or ‘Je ne sais quoi’ to your décor. In fact, with returns of up to 64.4% you would be mad not to take it more seriously.

This year when financial investment opportunities are becoming increasingly precarious, the world of art is thriving as it runs completely in a league of its own.

The increased demand of individuals moving their money out of the financial asset classes and stepping into the exciting world of art, are discovering that their money is more secure than ever.

Now, investing in art doesn’t just mean it has to be a ‘Blue Chip’ master such as Andy Warhol, Banksy or Pabalo Picasso. It is good to learn and discover the new and emerging artists of our generation, who can give back a significant return for the future. Dealing with a Fine Art Gallery who you can trust to guide you through the different tiers of art investment is a MUST.

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Here at Gallery 1066 Fine Art, we have been guiding our clients for over twelve years towards the right investments for them, depending on their budget, aesthetic preferences and longevity of their return.

Our portfolio of artists stretches from Spanish artist Salvador Dalí who is one of the most celebrated surrealist artists of the 20th century, to the renowned and collected masters of the 21st Century such as Fabian Perez, Todd White, Sherree Valentine Daines alongside many other celebrated names in our portfolio.

By investing in art and sculpture, you will not only uncover a great joy in discovering an artist you love you can also be as eclectic as you wish; there are no limits in the art world. gallery1066fineart.com

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BUGATTI VEYRON 16.4 Bugatti’s Designer Director reveals his six favourite Veyrons

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he first hyper sports car of the modern era, world record breaker and icon of automotive design and still regarded as one of the greatest technological challenges in the automotive industry. Three hundred Veyron 16.4 Coupés and 150 Roadsters, including special editions, were produced over 10 years in the French town of Molsheim.

Achim Anscheidt has been directing the Bugatti Design department since 2004 and under his regime, many of the notable Veyron variants were born. Here he looks back on his six personal favourites.

Veyron 16.4 Pur Sang (2007)

“Looking back it is like remembering the birth of your first child. You never forget such an emotional event.” said Anscheidt. It was the start of Bugatti’s range of special editions. Instead of using two different colours, the Pur Sang contrasts carbon and aluminium – a first in automotive engineering. To highlight the technical beauty of

the materials, Bugatti decided to reinterpret the classic Bugatti twotone design element in a spectacular new way. Only five units were made and sold out within 45 minutes at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport (2010)

“It was the first time we applied the ‘form follows performance’ approach so systematically,” explained Anscheidt. “To achieve our goal of breaking the world speed record for series production cars, we had to optimise the aerodynamics..” The engine has an output of 1,200 PS, enabling the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 415 km/h. Under the strict conditions of Guinness World Records, the car achieved an average top speed of 431.072 km/h, thereby becoming the world’s fastest production super sports car. The first five “World Record Edition” models sold out immediately.

“To achieve our goal of breaking the world speed record for series production cars, we had to optimise the aerodynamics”

Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport L’Or Blanc (2011)

“Made out of high-quality porcelain inside and out, calling the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport L’Or Blanc extraordinary is an understatement. Its abstract paintwork goes well with Bugatti’s goal with this one-off art car. “I was sceptical at first, as I by no means wanted to emulate automotive works of art such as those by Andy Warhol, Jeff Koons or Roy Lichtenstein,” said Anscheidt. “But there was a desire at Bugatti to create an art car that reflected superior standards of quality and material, as well as hand craftsmanship.

What emerged was the fastest porcelain in the world. The one-of-a-kind car was sold to a collector.

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truly beyond compare,” said Achim Anscheidt. The result is a unique automotive sculpture. and now belongs to a private collection.

Les Légendes de Bugatti” – Ettore Bugatti (2014)

Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse (2012)

“We hope that one day, the grandchildren of the current owners will sit inside the Ettore Bugatti Legend car and begin to reflect on the beauty of the materials and the fact that this car offers quality beyond the normal lifespan of an automobile. That is precisely what a Bugatti is” – Achim Anscheidt

As the only opentop Bugatti to this day, the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse set a new speed record for open-top sports cars at 254 miles per hour, But that’s not what makes it special for Anscheidt. “ Initially, we as designers were criticised for the Vitesse not looking powerful enough as a roadster, but our customers appreciate the fact that it looks like a coupé when the roof is closed and when open they can enjoy the inimitable feel of a roadster.”

The World Record Car Edition of the Vitesse was limited to eight cars. They sold out immediately.

Veyron Grand Sport Venet (2012)

The Veyron Grand Sport Venet was another art car, made in collaboration with the French artist and sculptor Bernar Venet. “Developing a car with a famous artist with no connection to car design can be a tricky undertaking.

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The presence of soft, natural cordovan leather in the Les Légendes de Bugatti made it special for Anscheidt, as with the other Legends edition cars. But above all, the final edition of the model range based on the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse stands out. “Anyone who has ever owned a pair of shoes made from this material will understand the remarkable quality of cordovan leather and appreciate its durability. This was precisely our starting point when we created the interior of this Legend,” explains Achim Anscheidt.

All 18 units of the six-part edition sold out immediately. bugatti.com

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Britain’s most expensive streets revealed with nine in London Eaton Square, Belgravia

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loyds Bank has released data which, not surprisingly shows that prime London boroughs continue to dominate the list. Lloyds Bank, which compiled the research using Land Registry data, said every region of England has at least one “million pound street” Ilchester Place, located in the heart of Holland Park has been crowned the most expensive residential street in England and

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Burnsall Street, SW3 Wales – and should you wish to buy a property in this exclusive part of the capital then expect to pay around £15.6million. 68 times higher than the cost of an average home in the country.

Residential streets surrounding Ilchester Place are home to an array of A-listers including Robbie Williams, Jimmy Page, David and Victoria Beckham, and Simon Cowell.

Or for a mere £13.7million, you could own a property in Eaton Square in Belgravia, an area with a very affluent and fashionable reputation, attracting wealthy buyers to its many large iconic white stucco-fronted residences. Last year, the exclusive street was third on the list.

Here is the impressive Top 20 of the most expensive residential streets in Britain: 1. Ilchester Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London W14, £15,579,000 2. Eaton Square, Westminster, London SW1W, £13,710,000 3. Knightsbridge, Westminster, London SW1X, £13,371,000 4. Kensington Road, Kensington and Chelsea, London W8, £12,925,000 5. Carlyle Square, Kensington and Chelsea, London SW3, £11,904,000 6. Campden Hill, Kensington and Chelsea, London W8, £11,363,000 7. Chesham Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London SW1X, £11,302,000 8. Kensington Square, Kensington and Chelsea, London W8, £9,915,000 9. Burnsall Street, Kensington and Chelsea, London SW3, £9,825,000 The tenth most expensive street in Britain is Camp End Road in the St George’s Hill area of Weybridge in Surrey, £5,632,000. The leafy affluent county dominates the second half of the top twenty.

11. East Road, Weybridge, Surrey, £4,911,000 12. Charlbury Road, Oxford, £4,596,000 13. Astons Road, Northwood, Middlesex, £4,074,000 14. Leys Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, £4,025,000 15. Queens Drive, Leatherhead, Surrey, £3,886,000

An example of luxury houses in Leys Road, Leatherhead

16. Chargate Close, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, £3,630,000 17. Blackhills, Esher, Surrey, £3,600,000 18. Gorse Hill Road, Virginia Water, Surrey £3,528,000 19. Oxshott Rise, Cobham, Surrey, £3,416,000 20. Eriswell Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey - £3,346,000 The notoriously pricey coastal area of Sandbanks in Poole, Dorset, is home to the most expensive street in the South West, with homes costing £2.6 million on Panorama Road. Football Manager King of the Jungle, Harry Redknapp, is one of many celebrities who own properties in the area.

“For a mere £13.7million, you could own a property in Eaton Square in Belgravia”

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hilst our psychological wellbeing has been brought sharply into focus as a result of the global pandemic, the increase in demand for mental health services shouldn’t be interpreted solely as an alarming increase in anxiety and depression. Instead it should, at least in part, be assessed as a reflection of a culture shift in which we have finally started to come to terms with the notion of feelings, and the benefits to be derived from talking about them.

Answering this call to action is The Soke, a new centre providing psychiatry, psychotherapy, family counselling and leadership development in the heart of South Kensington.

“Suggesting that someone goes to therapy is asking them to take a huge step outside their comfort zone,” says The Soke’s Founder, Maryam Meddin, “it’s only natural that they’re going to have insecurities about the experience and it’s up to the providers to take on the responsibility of making clients feel safe and informed about the process, thereby encouraging them to enter and remain engaged with it.”

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Today, occupying the iconic Queen’s Elm building in Fulham Road is The Soke, a place where attention is paid to every element of the client experience. It’s a stunningly refurbished character building that not only offers 10 spacious, luxurious therapy rooms but also adjacent “pods” in which clients can relax and reflect.

For those suffering from severe anxiety, depression or insomnia, the pods can also be used for Alpha-Stim sessions: an [NHS and NICE approved] treatment whereby a device clips onto your earlobes and sends very mild microcurrents to a particular area in your brain, modulating a particular group of nerve cells and leading to stress relief. It’s safe, not addictive, won’t interfere with any medications and is proven to be effective in treating a range of common mood disorders. If you’re already in therapy at The Soke, there’s no charge for the AlphaStim treatment and you can come back in between your therapy sessions to get the boosters, if needed, at no additional cost.

What’s not to love? thestoke.uk

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HARRODS CHRISTMAS 2020

Food Hampers

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ampers take the hard work out of entertaining; from feasting options that feed the whole family to gifting varieties of the alcoholic and alcoholfree, Harrods’ beautiful gift baskets are filled to the brim with everything you need to celebrate your most special occasions.

Discover their 2020 festive collection from Harrods’ famous Food Hall - traditional food hampers with mouth-watering food and drink to tickle your taste buds.

Fresh cheeses and cured meats or look to Harrods hampers for a hand-picked selection.

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Sharing Hamper

The Knightsbridge Hamper, £250 Brimming with essential treats for the festival season including the famous Christmas pudding, mince pies, red and white wine alongside Blanc de Blanc Champagne to celebrate the season

The Sharing Hamper, £150

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The Supreme Christmas Hamper, £1250

Superior provenance is at the heart of the Supreme Christmas hamper, presented in a pair of traditional wicker baskets. The generous selection of charcuterie, cheese, chutney and more is complemented by Champagne, gin and fine wines - along with festive mince pies and a Christmas pudding - all carefully sourced from around the world.

“Encasing a vast array of sweet and savoury delights, the Christmas Eve hamper curates a mouth-watering selection of food and drink from our famous Food Halls”

The Christmas Eve Hamper, £600

Encasing a vast array of sweet and savoury delights, the Christmas Eve hamper curates a mouth-watering selection of food and drink from our famous Food Halls. Find cured meats, cheese, biscuits, tea and coffee, fine wines and cognac are all tucked away into two traditional wicker baskets.

The Boxing Day Hamper, £500

The Boxing Day hamper features a traditional wicker basket filled to the brim with Christmas pudding, luxury Christmas crackers, mince pies and fine wines among many more sweet treats and preserves.

This bountiful selection makes for the perfect after-dinner spread to be enjoyed with your nearest and dearest, raising a glass – or even a cup of fine tea – to precious family time.

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Encased in the signature wicker basket, this hamper showcases a selection of drinks and snacks to suit every taste from a variety of teas and coffees to sweet and savoury indulgent treats.

Enjoy Harrods’ finest.

For the full Harrods Christmas Hamper Collection visit harrods.com/en-gb/christmas-hampers Boxing Day Hamper

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Tom Leighton City Constructs Virtual Exhibition at www.tleighton.com until 12th December 2020

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Tom Leighton’s works reveal the poetic beauty that that results from painstaking digital manipulation. Leighton has travelled through Europe, Asia and North America, building up an impressive body of photographic images that he then combines to make fantastical landscapes.

The resulting works challenge our perception and test our memory. Do I recognise that building?

Where are those mountains? How do I get the measure of this? What are those people doing? Adding to a sense of wondrous unease is the kaleidoscopic effect created by repeated motifs and themes, enhanced

by Leighton’s clever use of colour. Subtle mirror images startle us. We look for patterns within the work, mining the minute details for meanings.

The landscapes are beautiful, empty and reflective, or populated and celebratory: crowds swell and disperse, evoking both exuberant joy and hidden unease. Crowds fill the spaces Leighton creates, channelled by the architecture. We as viewers look at the scenes from privileged vantage points mainly above the crowds.

We are observers and participants, able to take in the images as we wish: we can analyse, search, reflect and wonder. This is an exhibition to marvel at.

shows over the past decade. For the first time these images are hung together, creating a new dialogue between the hundreds of photos which are the constituents of each composition, the timing of the original shoots - and the year of completion of each work. In the process, they provide a powerful memory of how the cityscape was, before a time of Covid.

For all that we might miss the encounter with work in a physical gallery, there are advantages to curating and exhibiting virtually.

Here I have had total freedom of selection, great accessibility and, let’s face it, an easy install! I will also have the opportunity to update the curation and add rooms to make the exhibition evolve, again unique to showing as a digital experience. My work is deliberately sited on the spectrum that stretches from the virtual to what is real. There is a deliberate relationship between the digital and the physical. Physical places that I visit are digitised in camera and presented as physical works on a wall which are here digitally represented in a virtual 3D space.

This is work made before Covid - and becomes particularly relevant now, as our city centres become emptier places. The purpose and use of city space has always informed my work. These are images of people moving in an intricate mass through the city of crowds gathering at iconic landmarks. The exhibition now provides a powerful historical comment on this process in a time of Covid, as social distancing is now applied to environments that were not designed for a

“The landscapes are beautiful, empty and reflective, or populated and celebratory: crowds swell and disperse, evoking both exuberant joy and hidden unease”

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Biography

Tom Leighton is an artist, photographer and printmaker.

Fascinated by the urban environment, he has photographed and worked with iconic and hidden architecture worldwide. He layers and manipulates images to build increasingly elaborate megastructures, asking how our cities will cope and change with expanding populations, and how these populations will live and move within these urban centres. He has photographed both ancient cities and the newest cities built on land reclaimed from the sea.

Trained at the Royal College of Art, London, Leighton expertly manipulates images to allow us to imagine alternative cities of the present and the future. He seeks beauty in everything, from functional buildings to the most ornate architecture. He repeats motifs in unexpected places, repositions existing structures and contrasts the natural and the artificial: bright city lights

“He has photographed and worked with iconic and hidden architecture world-wide�

set against natural night skies, concrete against greenery, business against eerie nighttime stillness.

Leighton asks us to reconsider our cities, what they are and what they might become. He pushes us to notice the beauty inherent in these populated places, the architecture and our place within it. At once futuristic and reflective, Leighton’s work demands multiple takes.

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A brief history of the cardigan, from The Queen to Taylor Swift

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The humble cardi is becoming cool again.

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o mark the release of her new album Folklore and first single Cardigan, Taylor Swift took the unusual step of selling an actual cardigan alongside more traditional merchandise, like hoodies and T-shirts.

A replica of the one Swift wears in her Cardigan video – a thick cable knit V-neck sweater in cream with black stripe edging, that has three stars on each sleeve – has already sold out on the singer’s online store.

Famous fans including actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Kobe Bryant’s daughter Natalia have posted photos on Instagram wearing the cardigans, they’d been gifted by the singer.

It’s surprising to see such a wintry garment gaining popularity in summer, but the cardigan has a way of popping back into fashion just when it seems to have gone for good,.

From its earliest origins to the present day, here some of the faces who have helped make the cardigan famous…

“Inspired by the legendary designer’s early work, cardigans and knitted jackets are still seen on the Chanel catwalk and in boutiques today”

7th Earl of Cardigan

The knitted sweater takes its name from the 7th Earl of Cardigan, James Thomas Brudenell, a lieutenant general in the British army.

Lord Cardigan, famous for leading the Charge of the Light Brigade during the Crimean War, was known for wearing a short, woollen sleeveless waistcoat to keep warm during the failed offensive in the 1800s. It is thought to have been trimmed in fur.

After the war, the practical knitwear item reportedly became rather popular outside the military, and cardigans began to be widely produced.

Coco Chanel

Credited with popularising cardigans for women in the 1920s, it’s said that French fashion designer Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel preferred a button-down sweater because she didn’t like the way traditional pullovers messed up her hair when she put them on.

Inspired by the legendary designer’s early work, cardigans and knitted jackets are still seen on the Chanel catwalk and in boutiques today.

Queen Elizabeth II

While the Queen favours brightly coloured coat dresses for formal occasions, when it comes to off-duty style, Her Majesty is all about cardigans.

Usually teaming a blouse and pleated skirt with a loose, open cardigan in a muted hue, the Queen has been pictured in buttondown sweaters for decades, most recently when the monarch met her newest great grandchild, Archie.

Kurt Cobain

At the other end of the style spectrum, rock icon Kurt Cobain introduced a whole new generation to the cardigan in the Nineties. The Nirvana frontman took an item of clothing usually seen on grannies and grandpas and made it cool, wearing moth-eaten chunky knits with band T-shirts and battered jeans.

One of the singer’s most famous cardigans, worn for the band’s 1993 MTV Unplugged gig, sold at auction for $334,000 (£260,000).

Michelle Obama

Preppy, fine-knit cardigans from brands like J. Crew were a mainstay in Michelle Obama’s wardrobe as First Lady, reportedly leading to a spike in sales as fans sought to emulate her elegant style.

On the night Barack Obama was elected as President in 2008, the First Lady wore a black cardigan over her red and black Narciso Rodriguez dress.

Taylor Swift

Now, with the release of Folklore, Taylor Swift has put the cardigan back on the map once more.

Given the pop star’s huge reach (she has 137.5 million followers on Instagram) we predict we’ll be seeing more cosy cardis in the shops once autumn rolls round.

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A LITTLE BIRD TOLD ME…

Throughout history and different cultures, birds have had a deeper meaning. Some tie birds to the spiritual realm while others consider them to be messengers and still others consider them to be symbols of transformation and freedom. We love this gorgeous Bird And Nest pendant, handmade in sterling silver. aringaday.co.uk

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These luxury leather butterflies are elegant and tactile. A lovely little accessory to be enjoyed everyday, they make a wonderful gift and are make ideal stocking fillers, house-warming presents and thank-you gifts. tovisorga.com

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ON YOUR HEAD

A faulous piece of headwear for the new season! A unique accessory that can be worn in various ways.

Cross over for an open turban style or as a large knot or flower shape for more of a statement look. Made with a flexible wire inside, it will comfortably stay in place all day and makes it easy to wrap around and shape it in your own way. coffeeandcloth.co.uk

This exclusive Elizabeth I scarf is inspired by a portrait of Elizabeth that hangs in the Deanery of Westminster Abbey.

Elizabeth holds a glove in one hand and a feather fan in the other, which can be seen in the center of the scarf. Tudor roses and fleur de lys that surround Elizabeth I’s ornate tomb can also be seen in the design. shop.westminster-abbey.org

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Caped crusaders:

How this timeless classic can transform your autumn wardrobe Prudence Wade takes a look back at the history of the cape, and how it’s being styled today.

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nstead of moping over the end of summer, cheer yourself up by adding a bit of autumnal drama into your wardrobe. And what better way to do so than with a cape?

Capes are the perfect option for confusing, in between weather – they drape delicately over the shoulders, and can be adjusted according to temperature.

Like any other trend, the style has fluctuated in and out of fashion – and this autumn, it’s set to be one of the biggest trends in outerwear. But before looking at why everyone from Dior to Celine have fallen back in love with capes, it’s important to understand the style’s history…

Early beginnings…

Now, capes might seem modern and fresh, but the style certainly has a storied past. Over the years, it’s proved a uniquely democratic item of clothing, worn by people of all social statuses. This could be down to its simplicity – all that’s required is a single piece of material, fastened at the throat.

Peasants, clergy and nobles alike have worn cloaks from the Roman era through to medieval times and onwards, but all styled slightly differently. After all, not quite everyone could afford the opulent, fur-lined, trailing capes of Henry VIII – peasants were far more likely to fling a length of scratchy sack cloth over their shoulders for warmth.

Different manifestations throughout the 20th century…

Fashion hasn’t been immune to the charms of a cape. It saw a particular resurgence in popularity in the 1920s, when upper-class women realised it could be more easily worn over their fullskirted dresses than a coat.

The 1960s saw another manifestation of capes, this time styled into brightlycoloured rain jackets by designers like Mary Quant.

Again in the Seventies, poncho styles with intricate knitting and patterns became all the rage among hippies – something Burberry brought back in the 2010s with the help of models like Kate Moss and Cara Delevingne.

Capes today…

Over the last decade, the place you’re most likely to see a cape is the red carpet. The past year alone has seen the Duchess of Sussex wearing a caped fire-engine red evening gown, and Angelina Jolie’s flowing, ethereal outfit for the Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil premiere. There’s something about the drama of a cape, which can be swished around as you leave a room, that makes it perfect for the red carpet.

Other than the odd Burberry poncho, capes haven’t been hugely popular in fashion outside of formalwear: until now. The autumn/winter catwalks were full of cloaks, showing just how many ways they can be worn with inspirations plucked from different eras.

One of the most wearable ways to style a cape this season is all about keeping things classic in sleek camel colours with gold accents, as seen on the Celine runway.

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“It saw a particular resurgence in popularity in the 1920s, when upper-class women realised it could be more easily worn over their full-skirted dresses than a coat”

doubt prove just as timeless as camel styles.

Another popular style is – gasp – actually practical for the changeable weather. Waterproof, utility-style capes – often with zips, hoods and pockets – show you can be chic and practical at the same time. For a more Gothic take on the trend, go for a simple and chic charcoal grey style – as seen at Michael Kors and the Dior front row.

The best thing about capes is how easy they are to style. You barely need to think about the rest of your outfit, because tossing over a cape will lend an easy elegance – not to mention some much-needed warmth. If you are stuck, we particularly like cloaks worn with skinny jeans and boots – to keep everything streamlined, making the cape the star of the show.

Throughout history, capes have been worn by all manner of people – and this year, high end and high street designers show there really are no limits to how you wear yours. Although there is one restriction – no arms, please.

Max Mara Nome Cape, £370, available from Matches Fashion

Grey Check Print Cape, £35, available from Wallis

V by Very Plain Tassel Lightweight Knit Wrap in Grey, £20, Very

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Microblading, SMP, Permanent Makeup & Medical Micropigmentation Expert @ Perfect Definition & Scalp Micro Definition in London.

“You can look fresh and your best through the whole of winter and next summer”

Eyebrows that won’t smudge in the rain or during exercise or even sunny holidays!

And why stop there? With the whole range of eyeliners and lip colours you can look fresh and your best through the whole of winter and next summer until your annual colour boost in about 12- 18 months! You can then change the style and colour if you wish. It’s the “not so permanent” solution for your appearance needs, that will save you a ton of time and money.

El is a multi-award winning Microblading, Permanent Makeup, Scalp Micro Pigmentation (SMP), Medical Tattoo & Micropigmentation Specialist; and one of the UK and International leading experts in Permanent Cosmetics.

She is a member of SPCP and the Royal Society of Medicine. Based in London: Harley Street, Bank & Canary Wharf.

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ts been a tough six months for many and a little “pick me up” is in order for both the ladies and the gents.

SMP – Scalp Micropigmentation can replicate the appearance of shaved hair, give the impression of density and camouflage receding hair lines and crowns. How good would it be to get that confidence back with denser looking hair or full restoration of your lost density? Fed up with applying fibers and makeup to hide the hair loss?

Why not get in touch and find out if SMP is the right solution for you?

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Exquisite collection of hand embroidered velvet jackets, dresses, and tunics. And a beautiful assortment of shawls.

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Designed for travelling hearts and boho souls, SunnyTales Swimwear is a luxury Greek brand that combines innovative and unique designs with top quality materials, to create stand-out collections, handmade exclusively in top manufacturers in Greece.

Endlessly inspired by the beauty of Greek islands, founder and designer, Dimitra Kiousi, captures the essence of beautiful Mediterranean summers, reflected in bold colours and unique cuts. Specialized in perfectly matching comfort and quality, SunnyTales Swimwear sources silky soft and durable fabrics from Italy and Brazil, to create flattering silhouettes, vintage styles and timeless elegance. The brand is addressing to dauntless souls, sun chasing girls, free spirits, daydreamers, girls who believe in themselves and those that feel alive at the power and magic of the wild sea.

Explore the brand’s striking collections at www.sunnytalesswimwear.com or @sunnytales_swimwear on IG.

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harp, contemporary, and always evolving: since its very beginnings, the Emporio Armani line has offered a dynamic, urban aesthetic. The Icon collection was born from the idea of creating a hub within the hub that is Emporio Armani: a selection of iconic pieces for men and women, updated in both materials and shapes, that tell the story of the brand.

For women, research into materials and shapes finds expression in an array of pieces that naturally capture the moment but are also timeless classics. Comfortable trouser suits, long overcoats, nappa leather blazers and jackets, blouses, petite shorts and a feminine tailcoat (worn with a short top hat) create a characterful wardrobe with bold, modern flair, while the reinvented logo features on T-shirts and jumpers.

For men, there are quintessential Emporio Armani styles, like overcoats, sweatshirts and T-shirts featuring the unmistakable brand eagle. Navy blue is the dominating colour.

The collection is available now in select Emporio Armani Stores retailers including Harrods & Selfridges and at armani.com

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Micro check jacquard jacket £590 Micro check jacquard trousers £390 Oversized shirt with guru collar in cotton piqué £175 Black virgin wool coat £1200

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Glove-quality, lambskin nappa leather jacket with lapels ÂŁ900 Jacquard oversized-plaid, cuffed, palazzo trousers ÂŁ450

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Sleeveless sweater with OpArt triangle motif £360 Sweater with Op-Art triangle motif £360 Mini shoulder bag with checked-houndstooth print £150

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High-neck blouse in crepe satin silk with a micro geometric pattern £ 450 Greige virgin wool coat £1200

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Cat eye sunglasses £120 Guru collar blouse in micro check jacquard £340 Herringbone wool trouser £410

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Rigby & Peller

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ounded in the UK, Rigby & Peller is a British luxury retailer which has been building the foundation of women’s lingerie wardrobes for over 80 years. The brand has 9 boutiques across the UK and a luxury Made to Measure service in its Knightsbridge boutique.

Rigby & Peller’s Made to Measure service is operating exclusively from the Knightsbridge boutique, with its experienced and passionate team including a corsetiere who has been working for the brand for over 35 years. Clients are offered private appointments to discuss their bespoke lingerie, swimwear and nightwear before the

unique pieces are made.

Rigby & Peller also offers a wide, carefully curated selection of the finest lingerie. Each boutique’s legendary Lingerie Stylists are trained extensively to be able to provide advice and guidance on shape, cut, colour and style from lingerie to swim, sports and nightwear.

Brands available in every boutique include Prima Donna, Marie Jo, Andres Sarda, Aubade, Empreinte, Simone Perele, Hanro and more.

All boutiques also offer a Fit & Style experience so that every single client is able to find their perfect fit.

READER OFFERS Town Magazine readers can receive a 10% discount on full price products in Rigby & Peller UK boutiques.

This offer is valid until 31 December 2020, cannot be combined with other promotions and excludes Made to Measure and Rigby & Peller website.

Town Magazine readers who spend £500 on the Made to Measure service in the Knightsbridge boutique will receive a £75 gift card to spend on Prima Donna, Marie Jo or Andres Sarda. Offer valid until 31 December 2020.

Terms and conditions apply.

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Their sturdy trays are 25” above ground, an ideal height to place your favourite tipple when sitting on your sofa. Our Butlers, Maids and Waiters stand 38” tall and our Jockeys can be painted in your own silks. Guardsmen stand 45” tall and can be tailored with the insignias of the Queen’s Hussar, Grenadier, Coldstream, Irish, Welsh or Scots Guards,

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bode Renovations are a family company employing a full time team of builders and decorators in West London, serving the local area and surrounding areas. They hold over 20 years’ experience in a wide range of building services - covering all types of property renovation and restoration including extensions, refurbishments and fit out both commercial and residential.

Abode deliver a professional building service and will work with you step by step from inception of idea through to completion, in order to meet all your personal requirements.

They understand that undertaking building, construction or refurbishment on your home or property can feel like a very daunting task and finding the right builder can be an even bigger challenge. As reputable building contractors they can provide you with local face to face references from previous clients and up front recent examples of their work.

Having worked on a variety of projects in and around West London and South West London, Abode has considerable knowledge and understanding when renovating period properties and use traditional craft methods to ensure that all their building and renovation work is carried out in the most appropriate manner.

In order to keep disruption in your home to a minimum, Abode endeavour to contain the building and decorating work to specific areas and will always do our utmost to protect easily damaged furniture and belongings. Our team of painters and decorators will naturally clean and tidy up at the end of each working day. Our aim is to continue making you feel at home even if your property is undergoing renovation.

As modern builders, Abode share their clients’ concerns regarding the environment and actively promote the use of environmentally friendly products when undertaking any building or renovation work and the recycling of waste material where appropriate. Abode Renovations reputation is built on reliability, diligence and attention to detail. They are committed to bring you the very best building and renovation service available and our finish is unparalleled.

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THE DETAILS Call Paul on 0208 749 0899 or email decor@noplacelikeabode.com to arrange a site visit to discuss your project. noplacelikeabode.com

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Interiors PLANT A BLOOMER

‘Woodland Friends’, a stunning set of 6 greeting cards featuring sparkling forest creatures from the British Isles. Each greeting comes with a detachable, plantable woodland animal.

Delicately lasercut from a unique seed paper, the animals are embedded with gold and silver mica flakes and wildflower seeds. When ‘planted’ the paper breaks down into the soil — and the seeds germinate to produce seedlings! plantabloomer.co.uk

COSY AUTUMN COLOURS Though Autumn brings colder days and darker nights, Garden Trading’s indoor living collection blends seasonal swathes of colour with soft textiles and tactile accessories; adding warmth to create inviting and welcoming spaces. Drawing on the vibrant personality and origins of the houseplant trend, this new collection finds its expression in colourful textiles, ceramics and hand-woven cane and bamboo furniture. gardentrading.co.uk

LOOK NO ARMS! Sofa Beds can be a great way to make the most of your space in your living area or guest bedroom. Bring ultimate comfort into your space with the Launceston 2 Seater No Arms Sofa Bed from Darlings of Chelsea.

Choose from a range of fabrics from stain-resistant house wool to easy-clean plush velvet. A variety of colours available like Dew, Terracotta and Coral. darlingsofchelsea.co.uk 82 NOVEMBER 2020

really retro

The Rydell Radio is heavy on 60s style but plugged into 21st century tech. It carries MW, LW, FM and SW frequencies, allowing you to listen to your favourite stations any time of the day. It includes rotary style buttons for tone and volume settings. gporetro.com

GOING GREEN

Giving homes a natural healthy boost, the latest collection of on-trend indoor greenery at Dobbies have added green credentials, being planted up in sustainable coconut coir pots.seeds germinate to produce seedlings! dobbies.com

Soulstice brings you uniquely designed crystal jewellery, and ethically sourced, energy healing crystals hand-chosen by founder Jodie Perry. Soulstice loves to embrace the natural form of these wonder stones to radiate healing energy and positive vibrations. www.soulsticelondon.com, IG @soulsticelondon

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Love your KITCHEN!

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high quality wood floor is an excellent choice for your kitchen. Especially if you have a kitchen living area that reflects how our lifestyles and the way we use our homes has changed. Your kitchen is the heart of your house, it’s where most of our time is spent these days, not just cooking, eating and relaxing, but also actually being used as living space - so a warm and natural feeling evoked by having a wood floor is a bonus.

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a look at some projects ‘tuttoparquet’ has worked on together with architects and designers in London to find the perfect wood flooring for their clients. ‘tuttoparquet’ showcase Listone Giordano: above and below are traditional wide chevron planks, Grigio Ferro, for drama and elegance. Top left are large wide planks, Montblanc, giving a clean, modern look. Above right, a more traditional plank, Grigio di Luna, for elegant sufficiency. Each floor illustrated is finished with a high traffic resistant mat antibacterial finish, all compatible with underfloor heating.

The revival of parquet flooring together with innovations in

production and invention of new hard wearing finishes has made it possible to mix modern living with classic floor design. Underfloor heating is no longer a problem for wooden flooring. Now you can have whatever you like and be comfortable that there will be less maintenance and long lasting beauty. ‘tuttoparquet’ import, supply and install high quality and bespoke flooring from Italy. Specialising in residential high end projects, they source a wide range of products to provide solutions for their discerning and demanding clients, combined with unparalleled service.

THE DETAILS Give them a call on 0207 435 8282 or go to tuttoparquet.co.uk for more information.

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The Benefits of using Rickman Properties

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ack at the start of 2001, when ‘Rickman Properties’ was in its infancy stage, people thought it was just another ordinary ‘Estate agent’ in Kensington! But little did they realise that after 19 years they are firmly established as NOT just an ordinary ‘Estate agent’ but an agent who has a reputation for being “Internationally Respected, Locally Renowned” in their profession.

Founded by Kieran Ryan, who previously co-founded & established another successful four office agency based in West London called ‘John Spencer’ which he sold. John Spencer’s final acquisition was Kensington’s oldest established Independent Estate agent ‘Lawson & Herman’ based in Abingdon road. (We still use their same telephone number)! It was here that the admiration for the Royal Borough was firmly cemented in Kieran’s mind.

It was at this juncture that ‘Rickman’ was formed as Kieran felt that there were too many corporate agents, all offering the same old routine service without any actual professionalism, personality, and effectiveness in Kensington & Chelsea.

100% independent, Rickman has grown in statue in the Royal Borough with many vendors, Tenants, Landlords & Purchasers using our services whether it be either selling or letting their home, servicing the requirements from purchasers & tenants alike,

managing a large proportion of residential landlords property and offering a first class acquisition service.

Being members of National association of Estate agents, The Association of Residential Letting agents, the property ombudsman scheme and are the ONLY members of the Guild of Independent Estate agents representing Kensington, you as a client are fully protected.

Here at Rickman we feel we go that extra mile on providing you, our clients, a first-class service which we are sure you will not be disappointed with.

In this edition of House Magazines we have included just an example (Clabon Mews – freehold House) of our recent successes which proves that we are ‘proActive’ and not re-active’ in this extremely competitive marketplace. If you are only considering selling or letting your home, then please feel free to call our office to provide you with an up to date free market appraisal or if your property is currently on the market then we can offer you a totally independent opinion. (However, we recommend that you read your current agents Terms & conditions).

We look forward to hearing from you.

020 79379777 info@rickmanproperties.com

“Here at Rickman we feel we go that extra mile on providing you, our clients, a first-class service”

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Security doors, windows and panic rooms

Truly bespoke - freedom of choice regarding design, materials, colour, finishes and features.

Security - incredibly durable doors and windows with bulletproof or triple glazed security glass.

Listed buildings - we have a track record of replicating existing doors for high profile clients.

Peace of mind - our doors have been tested and certified and our products have a warranty.

Free consultation at home - our showroom is near Kings Cross station Full service - we design, manufacture in the UK, deliver, install, and service your new doors and windows, whilst removing and recycling your old ones.

www.magnificentsecurity.co.uk Jacques du Preez | 07804 456965 jacques@magnificentsecurity.co.uk

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Associative Design showcases

‘The Best of Portugal’ in Dubai Design Week

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meets opportunity, and economic diversity and cross-disciplinary ubai Design District 9-14 November 2020. Retail Unit collaboration is encouraged.

2, Building 6, Dubai Design District (d3) As part of The festival’s varied programme covers a range of design Dubai Design Week 2020, Associative Design will disciplines including architecture, product design, interiors, showcase ‘The Best of Portugal’ in Design District, a multimedia and graphic design. key area in Dubai for design promotion.

Key components of Dubai Design Week include Created by the Portuguese Association of the region’s leading fair for high-quality, original Wood and Furniture Industries (AIMMP), design, Downtown Design, hybrid talks and workshops Associative Design promotes Portuguese THE DETAILS programmes, this is the perfect event for Associative brands and products globally.

Design’s artistic showcase.

Taking place in November every year, Get your invitation to this event Bringing Portuguese flair and creativity to Dubai Design Dubai Design Week is known as the through: associativedesign@ Week, the Associative Design showcase will feature the best platform for regional design and a aimmp.pt More info at: interior of a Concept House, 100% design and produced catalyst for the growth and support of associativedesign.com; in Portugal, presenting a mix of innovation, sustainability the creative community in Dubai and the downtowndesign.com and contemporary design in all the furniture, lighting, UAE, Dubai Design Week aims to provide textiles and objects d’art included in this showcase. a dynamic environment where design

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BEFORE

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Architect Russell Taylor outlines the benefits architects bring to a project.

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any people considering work on their homes will ask themselves the question, do I need an architect? For simple things the answer is no, but for anything more complicated, where the appearance matters, an architect is essential.

A home is a huge investment - to enhance it aesthetically is to enhance its value.

It’s worth spending time searching websites to find an architect’s work that you like. The natural way of choosing is to be drawn, instinctively and aesthetically to the designs. A building project is a long process – truly a journey – it’s important that you employ an architect in harmony with what you wish to achieve. An architect will be a mentor and a guide. Everyone is different and our designs are unique, bespoke for our individual clients. We design more than just the building, but parts of the building: fireplaces, cornices, fitted furniture, etc.

Appearance and style are only two of the balls to be juggled. The design has to be practical and functional. It must be structurally sound and meet all the other requirements of the Building Regulations. It should, address climate change issues: being long life, long energy, and sustainable. And whatever is designed must be capable of obtaining planning permission, when it is needed. We have an excellent record of obtaining planning permission in difficult and controversial cases.

So, there we are, you have a design that ticks all the boxes, all that

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remains is to turn the design into reality – to get it built. Just as important as finding an architect whose work you like, is to ask how does the architect perform? What do others say about him? Take up references. What experience does he have of similar projects?

Does the architect work in your area? He doesn’t have to be local, but it’s essential that he can visit site and meet regularly with you.

During construction, we visit site once a week and every two or three weeks with our clients.

To conclude a good architect, is a one-stop-shop of skill and experience. Your architect, will design something that delights you, steer it through the maze of regulations, and then do all that is necessary to get it built, your dreams translated into reality and value added to your home – that’s what is so special about architects! rtarchitects.co.uk E: mail@rtarchitects.co.uk T: 02072611984

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Luxury Italian showroom in the heart of Victoria, London ITALIAN KITCHEN BRAND ‘OFFICINE GULLO’ ANNOUNCES NEW LONDON SHOWROOM 92 NOVEMBER 2020

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fficine Gullo announces a dedicated, expansive showroom space in London to join its growing list of international showrooms around the globe. The new showroom offers customers the opportunity to see a full range of Officine Gullo kitchen collections on display in London for the first time and will provide an opportunity to engage with key audiences in the capital and beyond.

Brand Ambassador Alison Henry invites trade and private clients to experience the high quality craftsmanship, precision finish and the highest standard of Italian kitchen design for which this company is renowned among the worlds greatest chefs, architects and designers.

Space and time is given in this voluminous space to explore the extensive range of bespoke options available. Situated on a quiet street away from the hustle and bustle of London’s Victoria, the impressive 1600 sq foot showroom is flooded with natural daylight and houses both Officine Gullo collections - Bespoke kitchens and the new Contemporanea collection. Accessories, appliances and material options are also available for viewing with the London design team.

With sweeping black staircases, tall glass windows, high ceilings and stylish interior brick work, Officine Gullo’s new London home has a dramatic warehouse style offering the perfect backdrop for designers, architects and consumers to fully appreciate the design credentials of this high-end Italian brand.

Showcasing the best of Italian design, technology and manufacturing Officine Gullo creates complete kitchen projects and offers a unique series of different collections, including cooking suites, refrigerators, built-in appliances, sinks, taps, BBQs, hoods, tableware and kitchenware.

Offering a tailor-made experience

“With sweeping black staircases, tall glass windows, high ceilings and stylish interior brick work, Officine Gullo’s new London home has a dramatic warehouse style”

with their bespoke kitchen collection, Officine Gullo are able to customise their domestic range cookers to include professional standard features such as large 7.5/10 kw spark ignition burners, deep fat fryers, coup de feu (‘chef’s top’) and a ‘teppanaki’ plate to allow home cooks to have a truly professional cooking kitchen in their own homes.

Further features such as the size and shape of the hood which houses the extractor fan, as well as proving additional storage, and an impressive catalogue of paint colour choices and metallic shades are available to see in the showroom. The new range, Contemporanea is also available to view in the new space. It meets the needs of customers who are looking for a modern, compact style kitchen with excellent home-cooking capabilities without having to compromise on quality or finish.

Showroom address: 12 Francis Street, London SW1P 1QN 020 7036 1632officinegullo.com

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uxury dog bedding specialist Charley Chau is celebrating its tenth birthday. From a quirky little hobby sewing dog beds on the sitting room floor to happy customers in over sixty countries around the world – this is the story of how a love of dogs and a passion for interior design led to the creation of an award-winning, family-run British business.

Charley Chau was founded ‘by accident’ after endless frustrating searches for a dog bed that was both comfortable and stylish.

Prompted by yet another disastrous dog bed purchase that went lumpy after one wash sisters Christine and Jenny Chau sat on the sitting room floor one afternoon and hand-stitch two Snuggle Beds for Christine’s Italian Greyhounds, Charley and Anna.

The dogs absolutely loved the Snuggle Beds and after posting photos on Facebook, Christine was inundated by friends asking her to make beds for their dogs. And so, in August 2010, Charley Chau was born – no shiny business plan, no plan at all in fact, just a passion for creating dog beds that were super-cosy, stylish and practical.

Charley Chau was meant to be a quirky little hobby but in 2012, the sisters found that their small business had taken on a life of its own and it was no longer possible to fit it in around their jobs in the

City. It was decision time – close down or give up their successful City careers. Charley Chau won and the sisters have never looked back.

Sadly, Charley left this world suddenly and unexpectedly in 2019 but, as the company that bears his name enters its second decade, he leaves a brilliant legacy. From humble beginnings on the sitting room floor, Charley Chau’s customers range from ordinary dog folk to baronesses and billionaires across the globe, all with one thing in common – they want the absolute best for their dogs!

Discover the best in dog beds: charleychau.com

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Hodkin & Jones The Finest Quality

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ounded in 1868, Hodkin & Jones have been the specialists in the design, manufacture and installation of high quality, fibrous plaster mouldings for over 150 years.

The Hodkin & Jones range of mouldings offers one of the most comprehensive selections of fibrous plaster covings available. With traditional elegant cornices from Georgian, Victorian, Gothic, Regency and Art Deco periods right through to popular modern day contemporary stepped cornices.

Popular in many of their residential, retail and commercial projects, Hodkin and Jones are able to produce cornices that can incorporate modern LED uplighting, creating a discreet glow and enhancing a room’s ambience.

Other plaster products in the range include decorative ceiling and wall panels, centre pieces, door surrounds, fire surrounds, arches and columns, all of which are delicately handmade by their dedicated and highly skilled craftsmen.

The Hodkin & Jones contemporary cornices range reflects current market trends with their minimalist, geometric, flat design and they

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are suitable for any size modern renovation.

Although modern in design, the contemporary covings are still designed and manufactured in house with the same high quality finish as the traditional range.

Often Architects and Interior Designers create designs not available from standard ranges, which is where Hodkin & Jones can offer a bespoke service. From drawings they are able to manufacture mouldings to exact dimensions specified, whether it is a bespoke ceiling design to create a grand space or a cornice specific to the particular project they are working on.

Get in touch For more information, visit the company’s website on hodkinandjones.co.uk

“Involving a specialist supplier like Hodkin & Jones, from the very beginning of a project helps to ensure the smooth running of an operation”

For a free hard copy of the brochure or to discuss your project requirements, call the technical sales team on 01246 641214 or email info@hodkin-jones.co.uk.

Restoration of Listed buildings and historical properties is also a speciality of Hodkin & Jones with many buildings requiring surveys and needing existing mouldings to be exactly matched where they can’t be repaired. Hodkin & Jones can match any plaster moulding no matter how complicated the design is, mouldings are then reproduced and installed by their team of fixers, all of which is overseen by a dedicated contracts manager.

Hodkin & Jones have a broad project portfolio that includes 10 Downing Street, Harrods Knightsbridge, the Royal Armoury, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the o2 arena to name but a few. Involving a specialist supplier like Hodkin & Jones, from the very beginning of a project helps to ensure the smooth running of an operation while providing cost and time benefits.

Hodkin & Jones undertake projects both nationwide and overseas with installers working on a daily basis in London and the surrounding counties. By using their installation service you can be assured that products will be fitted correctly with an exquisite finish, maximising the plaster mouldings longevity. The company also have their own transport department to ensure all products are delivered safely and on time.

For clients looking for a fast turnaround Hodkin & Jones also have a large quantity of cornice and mouldings in stock, ready for delivery or collection. Their standard range of mouldings are available to view and purchase on their website.

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Coldharbour Lights

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ighting designer Lottie Davies is a native Londoner with roots in southern Spain and western Wales. At the heart of her practice is a love of play, palpable in her designs and fundamental to her first career as a theatre actor. Lottie has always had this dual interest, starting with her degree combining Theatre with Art & Design. She went on to train at the Jacques Lecoq International Theatre School where, for two years, a core class was Analysis of Movement; of materials, of the elements and colours to name a few. This continues to inform her work.

Lottie says: “For my two-tiered feather light shade, the Bertie, the rhythmic swing of the chains, the madness of the movement of light through the crystals and the soft ruffle of a breeze through the feathers are all ludic and essential aspects of the design. So too is the soft weightlessness of the feathers, thrown into relief by the weight of the cold, hard crystals.

I can envisage how actors or dancers could embody these elements on stage. That’s why these creations are more than light shades to me, they can be another presence in a room; a playful and responsive element that can be interacted with through touch, light and movement.”

Lottie had a first taste of selling her own designs at the age of 14 in Portobello Road Market where she had a tiny corner of a stall to sell her wire jewellery from. Lottie describes it as her first taste of the double satisfaction of not only making something beautiful, but of finding someone else who loves it enough to buy it.

Lottie is proudly European. She spent several years in her 20s living in Italy and France and speaks four languages. In the 1990s she toured theatre shows in France and 20 years later she returned to Paris to show at the international interiors show, Maison & Objet in 2019.

2020’s plans have been postponed to 2021 when Lottie looks forward to taking Coldharbour Lights to The International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York in the spring and The

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London Design Fair in the autumn.

Coldharbour Lights’ name pays homage to Coldharbour London studios in Brixton where the company took root. Now Lottie works from her garden studio in south London which has enabled her to work safely throughout the lock down. coldharbourlights.com Main images: Taran Wilkhu