DIAMONDS & THRILLS
LUXURY WATCH EDIT MARRY ME?
The ROX guide to the perfect engagement ring
CATWALK REPORT GREAT WINTER ESCAPES
FALL/WINTER 2013
THE AGE OF
OPULENCE STYLISH TREATS THAT WILL TRULY IMPRESS
OUTSIDE EDGE The latest street style trends
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Fall / Winter 2013
ON THE COVER
36-45 | THE AGE OF OPULENCE This season’s luxurious trends mix old-world opulence with a sultry modern twist.
JEWELLERY 20-23 | WISHLIST For all the latest new arrivals & Christmas gift ideas.
57 | TREATS FOR HER Luxurious must-haves that will truly impress...
67-70 | MARRY ME The ROX guide to the perfect engagement ring.
74-75 | BREGUET Inventor of the Tourbillon...
76-77 | HUBLOT Hublot & Ferrari, The Great Step Forward.
87 | ON WATCH The famous faces wearing our favourite timepieces on and off screen.
FASHION 25-34 | CATWALK REPORT
Opposite: ROX Masterpiece Sapphire Ring £9950 (55655), Overleaf: ROX Yellow Diamond Rings from £11,950
Ladies, learn how to work this season's hottest looks.
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58-59 | BEAUTY 66 | CELEB SPOT
We’ve collated the best beauty trends this season.
Beautiful engagement rings spotted on the stars.
60-62 | TRAVEL From a romantic getaway to Winter sunshine.
99 | TREATS FOR HIM Essential accessories that will please even the pickiest gent.
WATCHES 71-85 | LUXURY WATCH EDIT The definitive directory of what you should be wearing on your wrist right now.
65 | FOOD & DRINK
89-96 | TREND REPORT The lowdown on seasonal menswear trends that translate to real life.
STYLE
This season we announce our exclusive partnership with Laurent-Perrier.
100 | GADGET MAN
47-54 | OUTSIDE EDGE Check out what's hot on the street.
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ROX Entwine Diamond Earrings 1.13cts £2995 (51708), ROX Entwine Diamond Pendant 1.00cts £2995 (51707), ROX Diamond Bracelet 1.59cts £3495 (57508), ROX Diamond Bracelet 1.60cts £3695 (57509), ROX Yellow Diamond Halo Ring 2.54cts £14,500 (58229)
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ith the new season comes the launch of two new ROX stores in Leeds and Newcastle; this marks the beginning of our expansion south of the border and with our favourite time of the year just around the corner, we’ve never been more excited about ‘Diamonds & Thrills’. In this issue we’re bringing you all the new trends in jewellery to make sure you look fabulous throughout the party season as well as some stunning new diamond engagement rings to help you find ‘the one’ (p.67-70). From Paris to Milan, New York to London; it’s clear that this season’s style is all about contrast. Masculine and feminine, strength and fragility, opulence and grunge; learn how to work this season’s hottest looks in the ROX Catwalk Report (p.25-34) and take them to a new level with beautiful ROX jewellery and watches. Take a break from the runways and check out what’s hot on the street in Outside Edge (p.47-54). From New Nudes to the Boyfriend Watch, we share with you our favourite street style trends. Meanwhile this season’s featured editorial, The Age of Opulence (p.36-45), conveys this season’s luxurious trends mixing old-world opulence with a sultry modern twist. Gents, check out the Luxury Watch Edit (p.71-85) for the definitive directory of what you should be wearing on your wrist right now. Try a new look and get the lowdown on seasonal trends that translate to real life (p.89-96); see a return of casual tailoring and find out which luxury accessories you’ll want to get your hands on. Enjoy!
Opposite: ROX Masterpiece Diamond Ring £60,000 (53099)
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Breguet Reine de Naples Watch 58559 | £25,800
Gucci
ROX Yellow Diamond Ring 58229 | £14,500
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Gianvito Rossi
ROX Entwine Diamond Pendant 55640 | £3950
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TIME OUT This delicate Jasmine watch mixes modernity and classicism. The voluptuously rounded, curved case is submerged in the brilliance of the 28 diamonds set on the bezel. Elegance and voluptuousness: more than an emblem, a homage to women! 53232 | £1995
This elegant ROX diamond bracelet, set with 238 brilliant cut diamonds, makes the perfect addition to your party look. 57509 | £3695
RAZZLE DAZZLE Valentino's leather 'Rockstud' totes are all about flawless craftsmanship, elegance and attitude. We love the easy-to-use flip lock fastening and handy shoulder strap option on this powder-blush trapeze bag.
Perfect for the party season, this impressive ROX diamond open lattice cocktail ring will compliment any outfit. 56614 | £2495
Completely timeless, these ROX Embrace earrings make the perfect addition to your jewellery box. 45903 | £695
J’ADORE This timeless ROX Adore diamond pendant is designed to showcase the solitaire diamond beautifully. 56831 | from £695
JUMP TO IT Representing the perfect balance of grace and strength, the ying and the yang, this ROX Bamboo Bangle looks great stacked or worn alone. 57440 | £90
Stella McCartney's tailored satin jumpsuit is a chic alternative to a cocktail dress. Team this figure-flattering piece with pinthin heels.
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Brian Atwood uses just the right amount of embellishment to give these suede sandals statement appeal. A sweet grosgrain bow conceals the zip fastening.
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DON YOUR CAPE The perfect match for your LBD, these ROX diamond drop earrings will have you red carpet ready in no time. 57503 | £1295
A cape is a must-have cover-up for fall, and this wool-cashmere design from AR has gone straight into our wishlist. Finished with a black fox-fur collar, we’ll be wearing ours with leather leggings to balance the voluminous shape.
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The quirky yet contemporary design of this diamond heartkey pendant makes the perfect addition to your winter look. 51246 | £795
Accessorise your hand and make a statement with this stunning ROX cocktail ring. 48198 | £1495
WILD CHILD Take a walk on the wild side with this Bailey Boo hobo tote from Stella McCartney. An exotic blue snake-print and gold chain detailing make it a high impact addition to your daytime repertoire.
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Set with 34 round brilliant diamonds, the Ebel Braeilia is the epitome of style and elegance. 53213 | £300
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Perfect for layering, the quirky ROX ‘Love’ necklace makes for the ideal gift. 57677 | £695
Secure your own piece of Nicolas Ghesquière’s final collection for Balenciaga with this quilted biker in a peachy twist. From the new Gucci Guccissima collection this watch features the iconic Gucci G shaped bezel, with a white mother of pearl dial featuring brilliant cut diamonds. 57268 | £520
Saint Laurent's black leather ankle boots have a cleverly concealed platform that adds comfort without compromising the sleek proportions.
DROP EVERYTHING These striking ROX diamond drop earrings are sure to add sparkle to your party look. 53725 | £325
OFF THE CUFF This bold and graphic bangle is inspired by the iconic ROX DNA print. Offering a striking structured design the ROX Identity Cuff will certainly get you noticed. 58501 | £315
HELLO PETAL
The navy blue hue and classic structure in Fendi’s 2Jours leather tote make it a timeless investment.
Feminine and delicate, this ROX flower pendant is set with a beautiful 0.11ct brilliant cut diamond at its centre. 53726 | £375
TAKE A BOW These beautiful ROX diamond bow stud earrings are set with forty-six brilliant cut diamonds. 56995 | £475
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Embrace this seasons stacking trend and layer up this quirky ROX Classic Mini Heart bracelet for some serious arm candy. 57349 | £85
WISH LIST
RING TRUE Stylish and elegant, the ROX Enchanted diamond ring, with its unique flower design is set with a stunning brilliant cut diamond at its centre. 57610 | £2495
HEY STUD Valentino’s iconic Rockstud pumps are embellished by hand. Their elegant colourway and slim high heel make them the perfect complement to cocktail dresses or cropped tailoring.
FROM THE HEART These delicate ROX Heart Earrings are the perfect gift for that someone special. 53739 | £395
A round dial covered by curved sapphire crystal and distinctive lugs, make this Rado Coupole watch an elegant everyday companion. 58495 | £970
Laura Mercier's Antique Pink lipstick - a cool, mauve rose will give your pout a petal-soft feel.
Decorated with a ceramic floral-brocade, this dress from Valentino is a charming day to night piece. Wear this runway piece with simple jewellery for a look loaded with the label’s Italian allure.
Every girls needs the perfect pair of diamond earrings in her life. These remarkable ROX diamond earrings are a timeless addition to your jewellery box. 53747 | £695
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DOLCE & GABANNA
Opposite: ROX Aurora Diamond Ring £1995 (53099)
TRENDS FALL/WINTER 2013
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COLOUR codes From the palest pinks to blood red hues, designers drenched the catwalks in a sea of vibrancy and colour for the darker months.
ROX Embrace Ruby Earrings 58623 | £795
ROX Embrace Ruby Pendant 58625| £995
HUGO BOSS
KILIAN KERNER
MONIQUE ILHUILLIER
VALENTINO
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SEEING RED
ROX Embrace Ruby Ring 56906 | £4195
ROX Embrace Sapphire Earrings 58624 | £795
ROX Embrace Sapphire Pendant 58626 | £995
ROX Masterpiece Sapphire Ring 55655 | from £7400
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ROX Embrace Diamond Earrings 55627 | £2995
CELINE
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ANTONIO BERARDI
CHLOE
VICTORIA BECKHAM
GREY MATTER
CELINE
ROX Embrace Diamond Pendant 56241 | £1295
ROX Embrace Diamond Ring 56942 | from £11,500
ROX Embrace Pink Sapphire Earrings 57602 | £595
ROX Embrace Pink Sapphire Pendant 57601| £895
TOPSHOP UNIQUE
CEDRIC CHARLIER
KATRYN KRUGER
ARMANI
GUCCI
MOSCHINO
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ROX Embrace Pink Sapphire Ring 57600 | £1195
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ECRU White invites itself back into our winter wardrobe this year, arriving in luxurious materials and shades of cream.
CELINE
YSL
ROX Stardrop Necklace 57783 | £65
ROX Identity Earrings 56845 | £50
ROX Muse Bracelet 53145 | £25
Nicholas Kirkwood
Ebel X-1 Watch 56227 | £5500
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EMBELLISHED OPULENCE Overstated and glamorous, couture embellishment punctuates each silhouette this season with elegance and grace, adding luxury to gowns and jewellery alike.
DOLCE & GABBANA
ROX Classic Pave Diamond Ring 53365 | from £2450
ROX Entwine Diamond Pendant 56245 | £2650
ROX Entwine Diamond Ring 55597 | £4995
ROX Enchanted Diamond Earrings 57617 | £2975
Jimmy Choo
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THE REBEL There is no doubt this season's catwalks channelled a distinct rebel vibe. Take a hint of punk, mix in some leather and chains and you’ll be rocking the deliberately grungy look.
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ZADIG & VOLTAIRE
Rado Centrix Watch 51196 | £960
Reed Krakoff
ROX Embrace Diamond Ring 53553 | £2995
ROX Large Identity Pendant 57452 | £85
Philip Lim
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ROX Identity Earrings 56841 | £45
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METALLIC Out with the gold, in with the new: the Metallic trend got a whole new motto for this season. Designers amped up mirror metallic finishes and iridescent fabrics for stunningly glittering effects.
PACO RABANNE
MARC JACOBS
ROX Identity Necklace 57455 | £75
ROX Cocktail Diamond Ring 57513 | £2095
Charlotte Olympia
ROX Identity Bangle 56853 | £165
Kotur
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ROX Luna Earrings 57228 | £95
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TARTAN The Scottish clan beckons as red checks and blue plaid stormed the catwalks. Everything from traditional to modern designs appeared printed with Scottish tartan.
CELINE
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ROX Embrace Diamond Pendant 53700 | £1495
ROX Embrace Diamond Ring 57864 | £2250
ROX Sapphire & Diamond Ring 56925 | £2750
Lucy Choi London
ROX Embrace Diamond Earrings 53698 | £1095
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Stella McCartney
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1940’s Eternally seductive, designers nipped in waists and rounded hips with luxurious fabrics, showcasing the power of the 1940’s silhouette.
ROX Embrace Diamond Bracelet 57508 | £3495
Bottega Veneta
ROX Entwine Diamond Earrings 55630 | £1495
Gucci
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ROX Masterpiece Diamond Ring 57623 | £10,950
Opposite: ROX Cocktail Diamond Ring £3995 (54870)
BOTTEGA VENETA
CAROLINA HERRERA
ROX Entwine Diamond Pendant 56284 | £4995
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The Age Of
Opulence Gilded, bejewelled, embroidered and embellished, this season’s luxurious trends mix old-world opulence with a sultry modern twist. PHOTOGRAPHY: GERARDO JACONELLI STYLING: IAN TOD
ROX Entwine Diamond Drop Earrings 1.13cts £2995 (51708), ROX Entwine Diamond Drop Pendant 1.00cts £2995 (51707), ROX Diamond Bracelet 1.59cts £3495 (57508), ROX Diamond Bracelet 1.60cts £3695 (57509), ROX Masterpiece Yellow Diamond Ring 2.54cts £14,500 (58229)
ROX Entwine Diamond Drop Earrings 1.26cts £3495 (55625), ROX Entwine Diamond Pendant 0.99cts £2995 (56243), ROX Diamond Bangle £15,000 (55643), ROX Entwine Diamond Ring 1.66cts £3800 (58314), ROX Diamond Eternity Ring 1.00ct £2995 (54068), ROX Masterpiece Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 4.73cts £60,000 (53099)
ROX Diamond Drop Earrings 1.50cts £3700 (58312), ROX Diamond Collar 8.58cts £19,300 (58313), ROX Entwine Lace Diamond Ring 1.66ct £4995 (55597), ROX Aurora Diamond Ring 1.04cts £11,700 (56376), ROX Diamond Eternity Ring 1.04cts £3295 (48555), ROX Diamond Butterfly Bracelet 9.09cts £22,700 (58311)
ROX Classic Diamond Earrings 2.00cts £9995 (58219), ROX Classic Diamond Collar 4.56ct £12,500 (58248), ROX Masterpiece Yellow Diamond Ring 4.76cts £65,000 (53193), ROX Diamond Bracelet 11.20cts £26,700 (57173), ROX Enchanted Diamond Ring 3.02cts £6995 (55735), Breguet Reine de Naples Watch £25,100 (58562)
ROX Classic Diamond Earrings 1.50cts £3600 (58218), ROX Entwine Diamond Pendant 1.91cts £4995 (56284), ROX Tanzanite & Diamond Ring 6.67ct £8500 (58244), ROX Art Deco Diamond Bracelet 5.66ct £9500 (58250), ROX Masterpiece Oval Diamond Ring 4.89cts £55,000 (53191)
ROX Identity Black Enamel Stud Earrings £45 (56841), ROX Classic Silver Collar £595 (58297), ROX Classic Silver Bangle £375 (58296), ROX Identity Black Enamel Studded Bangle £185 (56860), ROX Identity Studded Bangle £165 (56853), ROX Identity Studded Bangle £125 (57257)
ROX Starburst Diamond Halo Earrings 0.50cts £1295 (53696), ROX Diamond Heart Necklace 0.25ct £895 (48171), ROX Diamond Love Pendant 0.12cts £350 (57668), ROX Brilliant Diamond Pendant 0.11cts £350 (57669), ROX Aurora Diamond Ring from £1995 (56375), ROX Diamond Eternity Ring 1.00ct £2995 (49928), ROX Diamond Bracelet 6.30cts £12,950 (55644), ROX Diamond Cocktail Ring 1.79cts £3995 (54870), Hublot Big Bang Watch £7600 (55616),
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STYLE TIP: Team soft textures and feminine shapes with rose gold jewellery - in all forms.
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NUDES
Opposite: ROX Identity Bangles from £125
Nude, camel, coffee or cream, call it what you like, neutrals are a key trend for this season. Delicate flesh tones present an elegant alternative to your winter look.
ROX Diamond Pendant 58766 | £425
ROX Bamboo Bangle 57445 | £115
Raymond Weil Watch 53112 | £1995
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ROX Bamboo Earrings 57462 | £85
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STYLE TIP: Mix and match - keys, hearts, horseshoes and snowflakes... anything goes.
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LAYERING
Delicate, feminine and playful, layered diamond necklaces are the perfect gift for that someone special.
ROX Diamond Love Pendant 57653 | £195
ROX Diamond Pendant 57669 | £350
ROX Diamond Pendant 58259 | £275
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ROX Diamond Bow Pendant 58295 | £235
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STYLE TIP: Team with a statement watch and layered bangles for maximum impact.
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CRUSADERS
It’s simple really, any length will do and any fabric goes. This season the cape is the natural progression from that jacket-over-the-shoulder trick.
ROX Aurora Diamond Earrings 56370 | from £595
ROX Identity Bangle 56860 | £195
Hublot Classic Fusion Watch 56341 | £4800
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ROX Diamond Cross Pendant 57655 | £295
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STYLE TIP: Go for gold. Team with layered necklaces and oversized rings and watches.
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Regardless of new winter trends, there is always a place for the timeless leopard print. Partner with classic items for the cold winter months.
ROX Identity Bangle 57259 | £135
Gucci G-Gucci Watch 53072 | £650
ROX Identity Long Necklace 57457 | £95
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ROX Entwine Diamond Ring 48188 | £2995
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BALENCIAGA | CELINE | CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN | GUCCI JIMMY CHOO | SAINT LAURENT | VICTORIA BECKHAM
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STYLE TIP: Team with diamond earrings and oversized cocktail rings for adornment...and then some. It’s time to go overboard.
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WATCHES
Raise a glass to cocktail hour with classic timepieces with a dusting of diamonds.
Raymond Weil Tango Watch 57294 | £1295
Gucci G-GuccI Watch 58523 | £2250
Ebel Onde Watch 56224 | £4100
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Hublot Big Bang Watch 55616 | £7600
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STYLE TIP: Team with a chunky knit, leather jacket and plenty of stacking bracelets for maximum effect.
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WATCHES
Boyfriend watches – they’re a simple, polished way to test drive a trend and add some serious weight to your wrist candy.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Watch 57936 | £209
TW Steel Canteen Watch 54521 | £295
Michael Kors Lexington Watch 54021 | £229
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88 Rue du Rhone Watch 56799 | £630
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STYLE TIP: Don’t be afraid to get creative with different shapes, styles and sizes – and even stack up with a watch!
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STACKING
If you’re looking for a simple way to add some colour, interest and fun to your style, bracelet stacking is the way to do it. From friendship bracelets, statement cuffs, bangles and beads, fashionistas are piling on the arm candy in radical and exciting ways.
ROX Identity Bangles from £125
ROX Muse Bracelets £25 each
ROX Bamboo Bangles from £80
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ROX Classic Bangles from £55
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ROX TREATS for her Find a treat she’s sure to love in our gorgeous edit of gifts for her. From stylish fashion jewellery to luxurious must-have watches, choose a present that will truly impress...
ROX Bamboo Pendant 57459 | £75
Taschen Kate Moss by Mario Testino Book
Michael Kors Lexington Watch 57805 | £185
ROX Muse Bracelet 52535 | £25
Saint Laurent Black leather Belt
ROX Diamond Heart Earrings 57667 | £195
Aesop Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser
ROX Diamond Pendant 57653 | £195
ROX Identity Earrings 56846 | £50
Cire Trudon Yazbukey Limited Edition Candle
ROX La Femme Necklace 57725 | £75
Maison Michel Blanche Rabbit-felt Hat
Kevyn Aucoin Blood Roses Lipstick
Gucci G-Gucci Watch 57959 | £475
Molami Nappa Headphones
ROX Stardrop Necklace 57797 | £110
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SCENT celebration What better excuse to update your fragrance than a change in weather? Here’s our edit of the very best winter scents to match your personality and sense of style.
PRADA Prada Deluxe Eau De Parfum £74 for 80ml Prada’s signature scent reinvents essentials oils; classic, pure and offers a light-as-air scent that hails the elegant woman of yesterday whilst giving a nod to today with a youthful floral dose.
STELLA McCARTNEY Lily Absolute Eau De Parfum £65 for 50ml Intensely sensual, affirmation of a fulfilled and confident woman. Mysterious and refined, it fully expresses the woods with floral notes to create a deep fragrance.
DIOR Miss Dior Le Parfum £66 for 40ml An exhilarating scent with an aim to exalt extreme femininity, this parfum is your elegant invitation to a party ruled by seduction.
GUCCI Flora | Glorious Mandarin EDT £53 for 50ml A new bloom, the Flora Garden Collection takes three blooms from the historic print and creates a bouquet of discerning eau de toilettes in their honour.
TOM FORD Black Violet Eau De Parfum £320 for 250ml A pulpy fruit accord fused with black violets and rich woody accents, adding the comforting sensation of musky warmth.
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD VALENTINO
Boudoir Eau De Parfum £54 for 50ml Subtle and feminine, lift the senses with a provocative sensual base, voluptuous femininity heart notes and innocent purity top notes.
Acqua Floreale Eau De Toilette £50 for 50ml Simple and elegant, this fragrance is a composed floral bouquet with an intense heart.
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BEAUTY trends The variety of beauty looks seen on the catwalk each season never fail to impress, but a few key trends always shine through - and we’ve collated the best that will work on YOU.
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THE ROSY GLOW
You may have spent all summer chasing a sun-kissed glow, but now it’s time to embrace a rose-tinted flush by working a subtle colour into your cheeks. Blend Red Statement and Rich New Mood from MAC’s Fall Forecast lips palette, or try Bobbi Brown Sheer Lip Colour in Cherry Pink on darker skin tones.
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THE RICH LIP
The red lip still has its place this season, but it has been given a sophisticated spin. After applying a vivid ruby lip liner, top it with bluetoned Dolce & Gabbana Classic Cream Lipsticks in Amethyst and Ultra - the perfect look for those festive nights out.
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THE SOOTY EYE
Embrace this season's ‘Rebel’ trend and rethink the way you apply your eye liner. Fill in your lower lash line with a silky jet black eye pencil, then smudge with your little finger before adding lashings of jet black mascara.
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THE BOLD POLISH
Winter nails have been warmed up. Essie Polish in Forever Yummy, makes a dramatic statement this party season.
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WINTER travel Escape to the worlds most romantic capital Here we uncover one of the city's most exquisite hotels
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Lose yourself in romance and history at the five star Le Maurice hotel; part of The Dorchester Collection. Dating back to 1835, this stunning palace hotel is the epitome of grandeur and perfectly placed for exploring the Louvre and the designer boutiques and couturiers on Rue St-Honoré. Recently redesigned by Phillipe Starck, Le Maurice offers the old world glamour of a true five star Parisian hotel with exquisite bedrooms and the luxurious Valmont Spa… not to mention its fabulous range of restaurants. For the ultimate luxury, stay in the Belle Etoile Royal Suite and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views across the city.
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Visit the new favourite hangout for A-list stars
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For distinction
Cheval Blanc Randheli Escape to the idyllic surroundings of the new Cheval Blanc Randheli – 45 stunning villas offering sanctuary in the most decadent of settings. This exclusive property by luxury fashion group LMVH is surrounded by the crystal clear blue waters of the Noonu Atoll in the Maldives and is located 40 minutes north of Male by seaplane. Following in the footsteps of sister hotel Cheval Blanc Courcheval, this luxury resort is guaranteed to become the new favourite hangout for A-list stars and media and business moguls alike. With exquisitely furnished villas with private swimming pools, stretches of white sandy beaches, four decadent restaurants and a Guerlain spa, Cheval Blanc Randheli is quite simply a little piece of heaven on earth.
This is luxury on a whole new level
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Alpina Gstaad Discover Gstaad’s most luxurious hotel – the perfect destination for discerning travellers visiting the millionaire’s playground. Offering a new take on Alpine chic, Alpina Gstaad brings together traditional Swiss artisan crafted pieces fused with contemporary designs to create a modern but warm feel. Boasting 56 beautiful rooms and suites with stunning views, a Cuban cigar room, a 14 seat private cinema room and the Six Senses Spa with indoor and outdoor pools... this is luxury on a whole new level. Don’t believe us? The lavish Panorama Suite comes with its own kitchen and chef.
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1 Burberry Prorsum 2 ROX Diamond Pendant 57549 | £425 3 ROX Diamond Earrings 48424 | from £495 4 Hublot Big Bang Watch 55617 | £7600 5 Maison Martin Margiela
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WHERE TO GO new year 2014 HOW DO YOU WANT TO SPEND HOGMANAY?
PARTYING INTO THE EARLY HOURS?
SPENDING QUALITY TIME WITH FRIENDS & FAMILY?
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If you want to party this New Year, Glasgow is the place to be. With its multitude of bars, restaurants and clubs, there’s something for everyone. Merchant Square, with its indoor courtyard and host of cool bars and restaurants, is the perfect spot to bring in the New Year – best part of all? You can bar hop without worrying about the weather. This year’s Hogmanay event has a New York theme and promises to be a night to remember with lots of great live entertainment under the canopy of twinkling lights in its indoor courtyard. In the west end Ashton Lane offers an eclectic mix of bars and restaurants where you can dance the night away; our top pick has to be Brel – look out for the great selection of world beers and the amazing ‘Dancing Trees of Brel’ in the beer garden. For a truly luxurious night, head to One Devonshire Gardens for a decadent black tie soiree or go all out and make a night of it at The Corinthian Club where DJs, a ceilidh and Casino await.
After opening our new store at Monument Mall in Newcastle, we’ve been enjoying finding the best of the city’s night life and we promise there’s plenty to entertain you this Hogmanay. Whether you’re in the mood for a nice meal with family, drinks with friends or a late night clubbing it up. Get glammed up for a night to remember at the New Years Ball at As You Like It in Jesmond, a stylish bar, restaurant and venue that has a jam-packed entertainment programme. Gin lovers should promptly make their way to Pleased To Meet You to celebrate New Year sampling their range of premium gins before heading to Livellos to party the night away and maybe spot a few friendly faces from ROX… it’s become a favourite with the team in our Monument Mall store. If clubbing is on the cards check out Cosmic Ballroom where its underground feel it complimented by music from top house and electronic DJs.
It might be affectionately referred to as the Granite City but at Hogmanay you can see Aberdeen in a different light as it becomes a flurry of colour and festivity at the annual Street Party. Enjoy pipers, live entertainment and a fireworks. For a more intimate Hogmanay, get your family and friends together for dinner and drinks at one of the city’s coolest spots; Musa in Aberdeen gets rave reviews from critics and customers alike, and for good reason. This quirky little restaurant, gallery and live music venue has a brilliant atmosphere and menu to boot. Another great spot is The Tippling House which describes itself as a subterranean late-night tavern serving boutique spirits, handcrafted cocktails, fine Scottish ales & inspired casual dining. Malmaison Aberdeen offers all out luxury; this boutique has it all so you can enjoy decadent cocktails in the stylish surroundings of the Malbar and dine in its elegant Brasserie.
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is famous around the world and for good reason – the Capital really comes to life at New Year. George Street is buzzing with hip bars and restaurants to kick off 2014 in style; we love EH2 Tempus for fabulous cocktails, Chaophraya for stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and Tiger Lily for cool accommodation and its fabulous nightclub, Lulu. At the Edinburgh Street Party expect a host of live performances, quirky street performers and an amazing fireworks display from the Castle. Alternatively, beat the cold and go VIP as the Assembly Room’s Hogmanay Ball – a night of bubbly, live entertainment and ceilidh dancing. Start the night with a glass of bubbly in the Thrill Room of ROX Edinburgh before enjoying private seating in the opulent Assembly Rooms with dedicated table service and screens to watch the Edinburgh street party live counting down to the bells.
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Cuvée Rosé. The Ultimate.
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ULTRA BRUT
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LET’S CELEBRATE... This season we are proud to announce our exclusive partnership with one of the most distinguished Champagne houses in the world, Laurent-Perrier. Celebrate that all important purchase at the Laurent-Perrier Champagne bar at ROX in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Leeds and Newcastle.
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ased right in the heart of the Champagne region, Laurent-Perrier has a pedigree for innovation, handcrafting elegant champagnes using traditional, time-honoured methods. Laurent-Perrier are passionate about the art of food and champagne matching. Traditionally served as an apéritif, champagne takes on another dimension when successfully paired with food and can lift a meal to a whole new level. Over Christmas, champagne plays an important part in the festivities so we have some recommended pairings for you. We hope you enjoy them!
Ultra Brut
During the last century The House of Laurent-Perrier was known for its
“Grand Vin Sans Sucre”. This is a totally natural champagne made without the addition of the sugar dosage found in most champagnes. Now called ‘Ultra Brut’ this delicate champagne is still zero dosage and is essentially champagne in its purest form. With delicate floral aromas and a crisp minerality, Ultra Brut is a great pairing for a smoked salmon brunch.
Grande Siède
Laurent-Perrier’s luxury cuvée is a tribute to the two mainstays of Champagne’s know-how: the blending of different crus (wines from separate villages) and the blending of different harvest years. The epitome of Champagne ‘assemblage’, the specific vintages in Grand Siècle are never revealed and are kept the secret of
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the Cellar Master. With a unique balance of power and finesse, Grand Siècle is the ideal complement for your Christmas turkey.
Cuvée Rosé
Using the highest quality Pinot Noir grapes, this iconic rosé is one the few rosé champagnes that is made by drawing the juice from black grapes in the vat, instead of blending red and white wines. This gives it the highly expressive bouquet, extraordinary depth and freshness, and delicious red berry flavours that have made it a benchmark for all rosé champagnes around the world. If you are trying something different for the Christmas meal, this would be delicious with veal or duck.
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NATALIE PORTMAN In 2010 the actress announced that she was both engaged to and expecting a child with dancer Benjamin Millepied. The pair reportedly married in 2012. ROX Aura Diamond Ring 54519 | from £2395
THE RING: A stunning round diamond surrounded by a halo of diamonds.
VICTORIA BECKHAM Fashion designer Victoria Beckham married her soccer sensation hubby David Beckham in 1999. THE RING: A beautiful 3-carat marquise diamond.
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From Beyoncé’s 18-carat diamond to Natalie Portman’s classic Halo style, we’ve selected the most show-stopping engagement rings worn by models, actresses and musicians alike.
JESSICA ALBA The gorgeous actress became engaged to film producer Cash Warren back in 2008.
ROX Classic Diamond Ring 50014 | from £1795
THE RING: A stunning 5 cart Asschershaped solitaire.
BEYONCÉ The superstar reportedly became engaged to rapper Jay-Z in 2008, and the pair married later that year.
ROX Aura Diamond Ring 54516 | from £2195
THE RING: A large emeraldcut 18-carat diamond at its centre.
ROX Classic Diamond Ring 57478 | from £2150
ANGELINA JOLIE The actress became engaged to Brad Pitt in 2012, following almost eight years of dating. THE RING: A emerald-shaped diamond at the centre, with emerald side stones.
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ROX Classic Diamond Ring 51151 | from £3395
MARRY ME? The ROX Guide to the Perfect Engagement Ring
ROX Masterpiece Diamond Ring 52955 | from £70,000
As important moments in life go, the marriage proposal is up there. Finding the right partner, the right moment and the right response is something we realistically can’t help with. Getting the right engagement ring, however, is just what we’re here for.
solitaire While solitaire engagement rings are the most popular choice for brides-to-be, there is nothing ordinary about this stunning single-stone design. Seen as the classic style of engagement ring, from the sparkling round brilliant to modern emerald cut, the solitaire diamond is simple but striking and comes in a variety of shapes and sizes.
ROX Aurora Diamond Ring 56375 | from £2800
ROX Adore Diamond Ring 57565 | from £995
ROX Aurora Diamond Ring 56376 | from £2395
halo The halo style diamond engagement ring has its roots in the heirloom ring you might find in your grandmother's jewellery box. While bigger and bolder than a classic solitaire, this vintage style is currently trending and completely of the moment. Outlining and circling the centre stone beautifully the halo design enhances and expands the appearance of the centre diamond in many ways, making the centre stone look more brilliant. Virtually all shapes and sizes of centre diamonds may be accented with a halo.
ROX Aura Diamond Ring 54519 | from £2395
ROX Embrace Diamond Ring 56942 | from £2995
ROX Embrace Diamond Ring 56675 | from £2095
pavé Pavé engagement ring settings provide a perfect complement to a centre diamond. Adding size and brilliance to the centre diamond, pavé can also make the overall appearance of the engagement ring more impressive and radiant. When it comes to selecting a centre diamond for an engagement ring with a pavé band, round brilliant or princess cut diamonds are typically chosen, although most diamond shapes can be used.
ROX Classic Pavé Diamond Ring 56023 | from £2150
ROX Classic Pavé Diamond Ring 53365 | from £3450
ROX Classic Pavé Diamond Ring 56955 | from £2350
trilogy Trilogy diamond engagement rings are beautiful triple stone rings and can have either a traditional style of setting or a very contemporary feel. Signifying a lifetime of love and lasting relationship, diamond trilogy engagement rings make a beautiful alternative to the traditional solitaire engagement ring.
ROX Classic Diamond Ring 51148 | from £3695
ROX Classic Diamond Ring 51789 | from £5995
ROX Classic Diamond Ring 51141 | from £2295
NO PRESSURE BOYS... You’ve found your soul mate, now you just need to find the perfect engagement ring which she’ll love for the rest of her life. No pressure.
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oogle 'diamond' and you'll end up with a list of sites that teach you how to become an amateur gemologist, and your best bud just keeps saying he might know someone who knows someone who can get you a deal on a diamond. (He doesn’t.) All a little baffling? We’ve assembled some hard-won wisdom that will help you get what you want – which really is all about what she wants!
1 | Act Like a Cat Burglar
Finger size - this may be difficult, as she’s probably never worn a ring on her left hand before. Try and steal one of her other rings but remember the corresponding finger on her right hand isn’t necessarily the same size as her left hand. Alternatively, ask a friend to go shopping with her and try rings on for fun, getting her finger sized at the same time. It is no great problem to adjust a ring to fit after you’ve purchased.
2 | It Might Sting a Little
You’ll hear that you should spend two to three months salary on a ring, but be realistic. Start with what you’re comfortable with, and be prepared to add a little extra if it’ll get you perfection. Interest Free Credit (0% typical APR) allows you to spread the cost of payment a little, instead of paying the lump sum up front.
3 | Know Her Style
Pay attention when she admires someone else’s engagement ring or a ring in an advertisement. Ask her friends and family what she likes. Look in her jewellery box, notice the style of jewellery she wears. Go shopping with her and browse by a few diamond jewellery stores, you’ll get to see firsthand what really catches her eye.
4 | ...Then Turn Her Friends Into Accomplices
Ask her friends (the ones who can keep a secret) if she’s dropped any hints—the type of metal, the cut of the diamond, a design she likes – because trust us, she has.
5 | Think of Yourself for a Minute
She might want her wedding band to match her engagement ring—and some couples like their wedding bands to match, too. In other words: Know that if you get her a rose-gold band, you might also end up wearing rose gold.
6 | Know the Rules of the Rock
You’ll be faced with decisions about the cut of the diamond, the setting style and choice of metal. The diamond accounts for an overwhelming majority of the price of the ring, so we’ll show you the fundamentals that decide a diamond’s value – the 5Cs – Cut, Colour, Clarity, Carat Weight & Certification. You can get a quick education online about how gemologists grade stones, but after that, you need guidelines (that’s where we come in). Better cut and clearer colour over more carats? If size matters then your choice is made for you. To give you extra piece of mind, many diamonds are provided with a Diamond Certificate. A Diamond Certificate is a "blueprint" of a diamond. Although, it should only be a small part of your choice. There is no certificate to describe a diamonds mysterious and captivating beauty or explain why she loves one ring more than another.
7 | Go Beyond the White Diamond
These days it’s cool to put some colour on her ring finger; pink diamonds, yellow diamonds, emeralds, and sapphires are all fair game as centre or accent stones.
8 | The Perfect Proposal
Your best mate did it on a beach in Mexico, the guy at the office did it at Edinburgh Castle on Valentine’s Day, and that bloke from the gym even did it at the top of the Empire State Building. So where and how will you do it? ThirtyElevenSeventy (www.301170.co.uk) specialise in perfection. They are agents of romance who make dreams a reality. So, if you know exactly how you want to propose, or you don’t know where to start, then ThirtyElevenSeventy will just help to make it all happen.
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luxury WATCH EDIT The definitive directory of what you should be wearing on your wrist right now.
The absolute reference in Haute Horlogerie since 1775, Breguet combines exceptional expertise in the mastery of complex Grandes Complications watches and a peerless historical heritage. One of AbrahamLouis Breguets first self-winding watches was sold to Queen MarieAntoinette, making the Breguet Classique Self Winding Watch one of the most desirable in the range. 58539 | £16,900
Bell & Ross has enjoyed huge success with its large, square-cased Instrument watches that have been reinterpreted in numerous different guises, so it was a surprise when the brand unveiled its round-cased Vintage Carbon range this year. The models are inspired by the flying watches of the Forties and have curved crystals and natural leather straps. Chronograph and time-only versions are available. 57378 | £2750
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Baume & Mercier always start a new collection with the inspiration of a museum piece. Inspired by the golden fifties and this high period for watchmaking, they delved into its archives to design the Clifton range. The most covetable of its models is the Clifton Complete Calendar Moonphase Watch, providing information about the date, the day and the month, as well as the moon phase information. 58582 | £3350
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Hublot watches are renowned for their innovative and invigorating approach to luxury Swiss watch-making. Hublot prides itself on creating powerful timepieces with fusion and style, and the Hublot Big Bang collection is a premier example of this outstanding range. The Big Bang 45mm Titanium houses the Hublot in-house UNICO movement. An incredible addition to the Hublot family which ensures the DNA of the original Big Bang remains. 57316 | £15,000
Its universe imbued with musical and artistic influences, Raymond Weil occupies a unique place in the luxury watch industry. Their timepieces have also found their way on to the wrists of chart-topping artists including Labrinth, Tinie Tempah and Vamper Weekend. The classic Freelancer range combines nicely executed styling and great functionality. Both bracelet and leather strap models are available. 58141 | £2195
Montblanc has been a consistently present beacon in the luxury brand market for nearly a century. Their uncompromising demand on shape, style, materials and workmanship is evident. With clean lines and solid functionality Montblanc's Nicolas Rieussec chronograph has used stylish twin rotating discs in place of traditional hands on their sub-dials to display the elapsed hours and minutes. 56380 | £7000
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Time began for Bremont when they embarked on a journey to make beautifully crafted pilot’s watches of exceptional quality. Having developed its own style of paying homage to classic planes, motorcycles and ships, the company’s latest creation honours the Bletchley spymasters: the Codebreaker. The ‘Codebreaker’ is made with a beautiful and never seen before Flyback Chronograph GMT automatic movement. 57680 | £21,950
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BREGUET
INVENTOR OF THE TOURBILLON...
As a brand that represents a great historical and cultural heritage as well as avant-garde technology, Breguet has always had a fascinating ability to innovate. It owes its place in European cultural history to its prodigiously inventive founder, Abraham-Louis Breguet (1747-1823), and its position as a benchmark of Fine Watchmaking to its astonishingly skillful master watchmakers of today. At a time when everybody - companies as much as individuals - seems keen to explore their roots, Breguet’s countless treasures illustrate the most beautiful history that any watchmaking brand could wish to have.
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orn in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, in 1747, Abraham-Louis Breguet spent much of his life in Paris where many of his important creations were produced. He worked simultaneously in all the areas of watchmaking, beginning his career with a series of masterly inventions: the automatic watch, referred to as “a perpetual”, the gong spring for repeater watches, and the first shock-absorber device, the “pare-chute”. Breguet watches contained original movements, with anchor or cylinder escapements, that were constantly improved. King Louis XVI and Queen Marie-Antoinette were among his clients.
When the dark hours of the French revolution arrived, Breguet returned to his native city, taking a host of inventions with him. These included the Breguet balance spring, the first travelling clock - which was sold to Napoleon - the “sympathique” clock, the tactile watch, and the tourbillon, an indisputable demonstration of his genius. This new type of regulator was recognised with a patent from the French Minister of the Interior on 26 June 1801 or, rather, 7 Messidor Year 9 since the Republican calendar was still in force. Breguet was admired in all the Royal courts of Europe and became the principal watchmaker of the elite in the worlds of
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diplomacy, science, finance and the military. For his most prestigious clients he created special pieces, including the very first wristwatch, produced in 1810 for Caroline Murat, Queen of Naples. He was showered with honours and became a member of the Office of Longitudes and Horology of the Royal French Navy. He also entered the Academy of Sciences and received the Legion of Honour from King Louis XVIII. At his death in 1823, he was eulogised as a man whose genius had revolutionised every aspect of timekeeping.
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Inventor of the Tourbillon…
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n June 26th 1801 the French Minister of the Interior awarded Abraham-Louis Breguet a patent for the invention of the tourbillon. This new type of regulator was developed in response to a longstanding problem: the fact that gravity exercises a detrimental effect on the regularity of a movement by generating variations in rate. Breguet understood that in order to reduce such errors, he would need to install the entire escapement within a mobile carriage that would perform a complete rotation, generally in one, four or six minutes. The regular repetition of the variations would allow them to compensate for each other. This supremely ingenious invention turned out to be exceedingly difficult to produce, and of all Breguet’s brilliant ideas, was undoubtedly the toughest to implement. One of the reasons behind this daunting task relates to the weight of the tourbillon, which must be sufficiently light at no more than one gram, and yet also robust, so as to avoid inducing rating errors rather than eliminating them. This inherent difficulty was compounded by that of finishing the over 70 tiny parts that must fit and mesh together with absolute precision. Making a tourbillon was not within reach of all watchmakers, and only the finest proved capable of producing one after the 10-year patent had expired.
From Renaissance to Permanence
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n 1999, when the late Nicolas G. Hayek took control of Breguet, this jewel of Fine Watchmaking was in hibernation. His genuine passion breathed new life into the brand whose exceptional heritage and expertise was recognised by
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all the great names in the industry. He had the vision to restore Breguet to greatness by reviving its cultural and emotional dimensions. A new chapter in the Breguet story began, taking on daring challenges in its commitment to continue creating beautiful treasures through the fusion of art, beauty and technology. In 2003, a new Breguet Manufacture capable of achieving its ambitions was opened. 3 years later an extension was added and in 2011 a new enlargement project was launched that will be completed in 2013. 2011 also saw the company incorporate the watch case manufacturer, Favre et Perret to form a new entity, Montres Breguet, Manufacture de boîtes.
“King Louis XVI and Queen Marie-Antoinette were among his clients.”
Meanwhile, the recruitment of highly qualified watchmakers was accelerated, together with the training programme in which specialists who excelled in particular arts or crafts handed on the brand’s centuries of expertise. The company invested regularly in the latest control technology and in Research & Development. Nicolas G. Hayek placed great emphasis on research and notably initiated work on new materials with the application of silicon in watchmaking. Under his leadership, Breguet developed and filed a remarkable number of new patents and it continues to do so under its new President, Marc A. Hayek.
The Manufacture also achieved the feat of developing a new movement every year, several of which were truly revolutionary. Its ability to innovate has firmly established Breguet as a benchmark in contemporary Fine Watchmaking, in addition to the unique position it already held as part of Europe’s cultural heritage.
Traditional Values
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t is not only connoisseurs who understand that owning a Breguet means owning something exceptional. For many people, the originality and timeless style of the watches expresses a philosophy and an identity that clearly sets them apart. Their simple lines, their refinement and their special Breguet features delight collectors and all lovers of the brand. The famous Breguet hands in blued steel with the off-centre, openwork “moon” tip have graced its watches for more than 200 years. Fluted casebands have also been an integral part of the restrained “Breguet style.” One of its most precious attributes is the manually engine-turned dials of its watches since 1786. Today more than ever under its President and CEO Marc A. Hayek, Breguet is committed to respecting the legacy of its founder. The company offers an increasingly fascinating range of timepieces that combine refined design with technical complications.
Breguet is available exclusively at ROX Edinburgh.
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HUBLOT & FERRARI THE GREAT STEP FORWARD Words by Agusto Capitanucci
In Maranello, bespoke cars are manufactured just like pieces of fine watchmaking, the names Ferrari and Hublot are both synonymous with excellence and technological innovation, elegance and passion.
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n order to fully comprehend the meaning of the term “manufacture”, it is not enough to look up its definition in a dictionary or encyclopaedia. In fact, it is not even enough to visit just any watchmaking factory; once you have entered into the reality of the Hublot universe, you risk ruining everything you ever thought you knew until that very moment. In Nyon, the very birthplace of the timepieces with the grand H logo on its dial, nothing is left to chance, not only in terms of quality of materials but also in terms of true quality of life. The Hublot brand – a star in the constellation of the LVMH group – shares these values with the legendary car manufacturer Ferrari. It is therefore not surprising that on the 5th November last year, the two companies
became intimately linked by a sort of “pact” which Jean-Claude Biver, Chairman of Hublot, declared as being one of his childhood dreams: “I have always dreamed of owning a Ferrari. Today this union has not only realised my dream, it has gone beyond it. For us, this collaboration rich in synergies represents a powerful thrust of the accelerator”. Although the characteristics shared by both products, initially appear very different, when examined more closely, numerous similarities become clear. Let’s start with their “motors” which are driven by gears powered in one instance by fuel, and in the other by the barrel and its spiral, or the output given by 8 and 12 cylinder engine made by Ferrari and Hublot’s mechanical movements,
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automatic or manual, tourbillon, split seconds chronograph or minute repeater. Then come the intrinsically sporty, 2 or 4-seater models, hatch, spider or “family” cars, such as the four-wheel drive Ferrari FF, which could be compared to Hublot timepieces such as the Big Bang, the new generation King Power, and of course, the Masterpieces. To these, two new realities were added, which emphasise the many similarities between Ferrari and Hublot: the customisation Ferrari Tailor Made project and an equivalent program conducted by Hublot with products which will be released within the next 5. Hublot will create pieces dedicated to iconic automobiles and unforgettable vehicles, such as the 250 GTO, which will be added to the special edition timekeepers created
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specifically for avid collectors like the beautiful red Maranello bodywork. n the case of the Ferrari Tailor Made program, the project is the result of the desire to create vehicles that have come “straight out of a dream”. The Ferrari name has always been synonymous with excellence, state-ofthe-art mechanics, power and unrivalled technological innovation. In the tradition with this concept, the program is aimed at customers who are looking for tailor-made personalisation and individuality for their vehicle, reflecting their taste. With, as a bonus, constant research and development work performed by “Centro Stile Ferrari” (Ferrari Style Centre), which is inspired by the companies key values: innovation, elegance and passion. A dream has become reality and it is aimed at a limited number of customers. Each is literally guided by a team of experts under the supervision of a personal designer whose role is to ensure the unique character of vehicles created and to ensure that they conform with the Ferrari brand and its traditions. Three collections are proposed and closely related to the DNA of Ferrari: Scuderia, Classica and Inedita. In these, Hublot finds the alter ego of its own models such as the Classic Fusion line, which reflects the concept of the classic hatch designed by Enzo Ferrari, and the Big Bang, which embodies the uncompromising power of modern day GTs. The most successful “tailor-made manufacture” of Hublot watches, also known as Atelier Complication, is housed in a special manufacturing wing on the Route de la Vuarpillière, in Nyon, just a few minutes from Geneva in Switzerland. It is here that Hublot creates the most
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sought after complications which collectors throughout the world aspire to own, such as tourbillons, minute repeaters, split second chronographs. In this wing of Hublot, where silence and concentration are sacred, an extremely limited number of watches are manufactured. Master watchmakers assemble complicated movement components, not mechanically, but by testing each piece, one by one. It is here that each timepiece is designed and put in motion by hand and with great care to such intense details as manually adjusting even the spiral within the barrel of the power reserve. t is this so-called “series” that strives to maintain the same standards of the Atelier Complication Hublot or the Ferrari Tailor Made projects. Exclusivity and luxury are the chromosomes connecting the DNA of these two brands that do not allow exceptions or leave room for error. To achieve this, each component, from the movements, cases and dials of the watches, through to the design of the instrument panels, quality leather seats and finishing touches on the vehicle bodywork is always created or checked internally. This is a guarantee that once complete, each piece of the puzzle corresponds to the requirements and productive quality expected. At Hublot, there are entire departments dedicated to micro technology and electronic engineering, information technology and chemistry for the process of galvanisation. At Ferrari, all of this can be found in the departments dedicated to research and development that take inspiration from the experiences of the Scuderia’s Formula 1™ races or by the designers, another profession shared by the two manufacturers. There is a similarity in all of this: watch-makers who assemble watches or apply the decorative finishes, find their counterparts in the team of experts of the Cavallino that shape the leather for each dashboard mould by hand. To do this, they use a tool similar
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to an everyday hair dryer which makes it possible to follow the curves of the passenger compartment.
“Hublot creates the most sought after complications which collectors throughout the world aspire to own.”
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ast, but certainly not least: the common philosophy that drives the Maranello and Nyon companies. There are currently two genuine manufacturers who work on the entire assembly line from the foundries right up to the production of minuscule components that are almost invisible. The 8 cylinder engines are created on an assembly line, just like the Unico movement, which is produced internally by Hublot. Furthermore, the 12 cylinder engines are assembled by hand by a single person, from the start right through to the end of the process. The human factor is therefore the key ingredient to this successful recipe which goes against the current of modern (computerised) manufacturing that prefers quantity over exclusivity. At this stage, all that now remains is to take a position on the start line with the Hublot timepieces to be created, such as the “Ferrari Official Watch”, the “Scuderia Ferrari Official Watch”, the “Ferrari Official Timekeepers”, the “Scuderia Ferrari Official Timekeeper” and the “Ferrari Challenge Official Timekeeper”.
Hublot is available exclusively in Scotland at ROX Edinburgh & ROX Argyll Arcade. www.rox.co.uk
sports WATCHES
Whether you’re running marathons or cycling mountains trails, you will need a stylish timepiece to match your pace and performance. Featuring professional instrumentation such as chronographs and circular slide rules, these models are hugely practical as well as chic.
from left to right: Hublot Big Bang Aero Steel Skeleton Watch £14,800 (55741), Hublot Big Bang Black Magic Chronograph Watch £12,700 (55609), Montblanc Sport DLC Strap Automatic Watch £3990 (56403), Rado Hyperchrome XL UTC Bracelet Watch £2700 (57579), Bell & Ross Vintage Watch £2990 (57737)
aviation WATCHES
From highly complicated chronographs to big-dialled, easy-to-read timekeepers, the pilots watch is the culmination of over a century of aviation watch development.
from left to right: Bremont Classic Automatic Watch £4145 (57023), Bremont Pilot Automatic Chronometer Watch £3985 (57022), Bell & Ross Aviation Watch £3950 (57362), Bell & Ross Aviation Watch £3400 (57356)
I N 2 0 1 1, A N ENGINEER RECEIVED A LIFE SENTENCE FOR REVEALING TOO MUCH ABOUT THE B-2 BOMBER. YOU’LL UNDERSTAND IF WE KEEP T H I S B R I E F.
We’d like to tell you everything about our collaboration with the B-2 Stealth Bomber squadron, but frankly, we’d prefer not to stand trial for treason. So instead, here are the main points. 1. The B-2 Stealth Bomber is, as the name suggests, designed to avoid detection. 2. It’s also incredibly accurate. 3. Flying at 40,000 feet, it can aim a bomb through a window. 4. The squadron wanted to commission a watch with similar levels of precision. 5. So they went to Switzerland? 6. No, Henley-on-Thames. 7. Yes, we know it’s a bit of a surprise.
8. But here at Bremont, we’ve designed watches for dozens of squadrons over the last ten years. 9. The watch we built for the B-2 squadron is 99.998% accurate. 10. (We have a certificate to prove it.) 11. The watch displays both local time and Universal Co-ordinated Time (the standard reference time used by the military). 12. That’s handy if you’re flying across multiple time zones on forty-hour sorties, like B-2 pilots do. 13. The watch has been tested at altitudes of up to 100,000 feet. 14. And it’s water resistant to a depth of 100 metres.
15. (Sometimes missions can go wrong.) 16. The case is made from steel that’s seven times harder than you’ll find in ordinary watches. 17. Until recently, the only way you could get hold of a B-2 pilot’s watch was to become a B-2 pilot. 18. But now we’ve built a version for civilians. 19. We’d like to say more, but we may already have said too much. 20. To be on the safe side, please eat this page.
diver WATCHES
Style and durability are key features of a serious divers watch. Expect water resistance to depths of 100m as standard.
from top to bottom: Bremont Supermarine 2000 Diver Watch £3600 (57019), TW Steel Grandeur Diver Watch £495 (57836), Oris Aquis Depth Gauge Watch £2100 (57907), Oris ProDiver Chronograph Watch £2750 (57903)
classic WATCHES
They’re classics for a reason. If the design looked good 30, 40, 50 or more years ago and still looks good today, the chances are it’ll still look pretty sharp 20 years from now.
from left to right: Baume & Mercier Clifton Watch £3600 (57019), Breguet Classique Watch £495 (57836), Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec Strap Watch £7000 (56380), Raymond Weil Maestro Automatic Watch £995 (57303), Ebel Classic 100 Automatic Strap Watch £1800 (53237)
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BREGUET Robert De Niro wears a Breguet Classique Automatic 5197BA watch in the American mystery thriller, Limitless.
Breguet Classique Watch 58539 | £16,900
HUBLOT Hublot watches feature in the music video for ‘Otis’ by Jay Z and Kanye West. There has also been a recent unveiling of the collaboration watch between Jay Z and Hublot - the Classic Fusion Shawn Carter.
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The famous faces wearing our favourite timepieces on and off screen.
Bremont SOLO Watch 57028 | £2750
Hublot Classic Fusion Watch 56338 | £11,200
ORIS Leonardo DiCaprio, along with his costars, wear Oris watches throughout the science fiction film, Inception.
BREMONT Tom Cruise is a known fan of Bremont – the luxury brand is closely linked with aviation as is Mr Cruise who also has a serious penchant for planes, owning several himself. Oris Big Crown Watch 53597 | £1220
BELL & ROSS Ever the class act and proving he is no castaway, back-to-back Oscar winner, Tom Hanks, keeps his love of aeroplanes apparent with a vintage, Bell & Ross 123. Bell & Ross Vintage Watch 57377 | £1750
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CASUAL TAILORING Designers opted for laid back tailoring this season. Team classic tailored items with chunky knitwear and leather, giving your look a more casual, street style feel.
COLCCI
TRUSSARDI
Hublot Classic Fusion King Gold Watch 56338 | £11,200
Bell & Ross Vintage Watch 57375 | £1950
Montblanc StarWalker Mystery Pen 56709 | £320
Mulberry
Breguet Marine Watch 58534 | £22,500
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GREY ON GREY The safest colour in your wardrobe just got stylish. This season, wear head-to-toe for one of the easiest trends to master.
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GIVENCHY
Hublot Big Bang Aero Steel Skeleton Watch 55741 | £14800
Stubbs & Wootton
ROX Sterling Silver Dumbell Cufflinks 55567 | £200
Bremont Classic Automatic Watch 57025 | £4145
Christophe Lemaire
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Bell & Ross Aviation Watch 57363 | £3550
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URBAN WEEKEND Raw, edgy and super stylish, the urban trend stormed the runways for a second season. Keep your look cool and casual, teaming urban must-haves with key tailored classics.
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ICEBERG
Raymond Weil Freelancer Watch 57288 | £2095
Bell & Ross Aviation Watch 57362 | £3950
Tod’s No_Code
Bremont ALT1-B Watch 57494 | £4295
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Montblanc Passport Holder 56665 | £130
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THE BLUES Appearing as one of this season's stand out colours, a whole host of blues hit the catwalks. Light, dark, intense and classic, blue is the new black. Fact.
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Montblanc Star Classique Watch 56389 | £2090
Raymond Weil Maestro Watch 57299 | £895
Montblanc Oval Blue Enamel Cufflinks 56826 | £320
Mr Hare
Bremont U-2 Watch 57670 | £3595
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BOMBER JACKET Featuring on almost every catwalk, the varsity style bomber jacket is back! Given a distinctly European twist with luxury fabrics, leather details and slim cuts, the bomber jacket should be your new wardrobe staple.
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CALVIN KLEIN
Hublot Big Bang King Black Magic Watch 55612 | £12700
Montblanc Meisterstück Wallet 56686 | £225
Marc Jacobs
Rado HyperChrome XXL Watch 54151 | £3390
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Montblanc Sport Watch 56410 | £2815
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The most powerful drive: instinct. The New Flying Spur. Bentley Edinburgh, 8 Whitehill Road, Fort Kinnaird, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH15 3HR. Tel: 0131 629 9135 www.edinburgh.bentleymotors.com Fuel consumption figures* for the new Flying Spur in mpg (l/100km): Urban 13.0 (22.4); Extra urban 28.0 (10.2); Combined 19.0 (14.7). CO2 Emissions (g/km) 343. The New Bentley Flying Spur range from mrrp £140,900. Model shown: mrrp £146,620 (including cost options). Price correct at time of going to press and includes VAT at 20%. Price excludes road fund licence, registration and delivery charges. †Calls will be recorded for training purposes. The name ‘Bentley’ and the ‘B’ wings device are registered trademarks. © May 2013 Bentley Motors Limited. *Fuel consumption figures are provisional and subject to type approval.
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ROX TREATS for him Forget the last minute panic buys, our gifts for men include a handpicked selection of cufflinks, watches and essential accessories that will please even the pickiest gent.
Montblanc Key Fob 56798 | £95
Campanile Mad Leather Brogues
Raymond Weil Watch 57303 | £995
Paul Smith Leather Belt
ROX Patterned Cufflinks 55568 | £270
Vivienne Westwood Silk Tie
Gucci Craft Ring 56346 | £145
Bell & Ross Aviation Watch 57373 | £1950
Lomography Fisheye2 Camera
ROX Oval Cufflinks 55562 | £150
Fred Perry Pork Pie Hat
Montblanc Key Case 56685 | £120
Mulberry Elkington Satchel
Gucci Dog Tag 54728 | £230
Acne Canada Lambs Wool Scarf
Montblanc StarWalker Pen 56721 |£215
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OLYMPUS OM-D E-MI CAMERA Pro Quality gear at a fraction of the price, this DLSR camera is the new breed of super tech packed into a lightweight shell. It’s dust-proof, water-resistant, freeze-proof and built from magnesium alloy meaning it can take a fair amount of abuse. Add in a massive 16-megapixel live MOS sensor, image stabilisation, auto focus and Wi-Fi and you have a serious bit of kit in your hands and you won’t need to be a scientist to make it work.
3 BREMONT WORLDTIMER WATCH The wonderfully over-engineered Bremont World Timer, ALT1-WT features a very complex, highly finished dial and a Roto-Click bezel. This enables the user to work out the global time zones using the International landing location in all 24 time zones. The watch itself can show UTC or 'Zulu' time through its adjustable 24-hour hand. It’s safe to say, The Bremont World Timer is one of the more intricate and complicated military watches ever produced. 57012 | £4195
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BREGUET GRANDE COMPLICATION We all know that Breguet is one of the most reputable and innovative watch manufacturers in the world and they certainly don’t disappoint with the Classique Grande Complication 3357BR. Honouring the noble and technically challenging repeater mechanism, the generations of Breguet watchmakers have driven their art to new heights with its design. Complete with tourbillion, Hand-wound movement and engraved by hand… if it’s good enough for royalty..
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LEAP MOTION CONTROL DEVICE Imagine if you could do things on your computer just like you do them in real life. If natural movements replaced all those clicks and taps and drags and drops. Imagine if technology finally figured out people, instead of the other way around. That’s the future. The Leap Motion Controller senses your hands and fingers and follows their every move. It lets them move in all that wide-open space between you and your computer. So you can do almost anything without touching anything. It’s the tiny device that just might change the way you use technology. Touch, poke, drop, drag, click or scroll like never before.
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HUBLOT LA FERRARI WATCH The Masterpiece MP-05 La Ferrari is based on the far-out silhouette of Ferrari’s new hypercar 'LaFerrari’. This ‘engine block for the wrist’ boasts a 637-part, laterally positioned movement incorporating 11 spring barrels that enable the watch to run for 50 days (days!) without being re-wound – record setting. Fifty examples were made, making it almost ten times rarer than the car itself. A steal at £250,000.
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SENNHEISER IE 800 IN EAR HEADPHONES Quite simply the most beautiful in ear headphones on the market, and the most sonically perfect. This is the entire concert hall in your head, orchestra included. Sennheiser’s years of technological advancement in the field of audio engineering brought to bear in one beautifully crafted package. Harmonic distortion levels are so low as to be (apparently) non-existent. Ceramic housings and dampened two-chamber absorbers also let you know that these small, unassuming-looking ear-buds mean business. Yours for £600.
6 LG CURVED OLED TV The LG Curved ‘OLED’ TV is a champion with nothing else in its class. This is an I-Max in your living room. A TV with built in 3D & Smart TV tech, a 55inch curved screen that’s only 4.3mm thick and with more colours than the rainbow. The boffins say that they do this by passing electrical current through a biological substance and make it glow without a backlight. Now that’s progress.
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Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4
Lamborghini Edinburgh 8 Whitehill Road Fort Kinnaird Edinburgh EH15 3HR Tel 0131 475 5500 www.lamborghini.com
EU fuel consumption figures mpg (litres/100 km) for the Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4: urban 10 (27.3); extra-urban 25 (11.3); combined 16.4 (17.2). CO2 emissions: 398 g/km.
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