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THE VALLÉE DE JOUX. FOR MILLENNIA A HARSH, UNYIELDING ENVIRONMENT; AND SINCE 1875 THE HOME OF AUDEMARS PIGUET, IN THE VILLAGE OF LE BRASSU S. TH E E ARLY WAT CHM AKERS WERE SHAPED HERE, IN AWE OF THE FORCE OF NATURE YET DRIVEN TO MASTER ITS MYSTERIES THROUGH THE COMPLEX MECHANICS OF THEIR CRAFT. STILL

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TO BREAK THE RULES, YOU MUST FIRST MASTER THEM.

TODAY THIS PIONEERING SPIRIT INSPIRES US TO CONSTANTLY CHALLENGE THE CONVENTIONS OF FINE WATCHMAKING.

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THE GAME. CHANGED.

Sometimes a car will come along that breaks the established rules. The boundaries of progress are challenged. The impossible becomes the possible. Sports Series by McLaren is such a car. It recalibrates the senses. It redefines performance. It changes the game.

McLAREN SPORTS SERIES. For more information contact McLaren Glasgow on 01698 303777 or visit www.glasgow.mclaren.com

Big Bang Unico Sapphire. Case made of sapphire, paying tribute to Hublot’s extensive expertise. The absolute transparency reveals the manufactured UNICO movement. Column-wheel chronograph, 72-hour power reserve. Limited series of 500 pieces.

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Official fuel consumption figures in UK mpg (l/100km) for the McLaren Sports Series (3,799 (cc) petrol, 7-speed Seamless Shift dual clutch Gearbox (SSG)): urban 17.2 (16.5), extra urban 38.4 (7.4), combined 26.6 (10.7). Official combined CO2 emissions: 249g/km. The efficiency figures quoted are derived from official NEDC test results, are provided for comparability purposes only, and might not reflect actual driving experience. Park’s of Hamilton (Townhead Garage) Limited is an Appointed Representative of Park’s of Hamilton (Holdings) Limited FRN 308476, of 14 Bothwell Road, Hamilton, ML3 0AY, hublot.com which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority as a Credit Broker. We can introduce you to a limited number of lenders to assist with your purchase, who may remunerate us for introducing you to them. Retail customers only.

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CONTENTS

CONTENTS Bigger and better, ROX MAN SS16 is the definitive guide to what’s hot this summer - the only luxury style guide for men who live life to the full.

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WATCHES

LUXURY WATCH EDIT

TRENDS

EASY LIKE SUNDAY MORNING

TIME TO DINE

FITSPO

OLD TIMERS

URBAN SAFARI

Versatile in nature, mix desert tones and camo layers for the ultimate urban look.

TREND REPORT

This seasons essential style guide for men on the go.

MIAMI HEAT

Live life luxuriously. Clean Lines, sharp tailoring, welcome to Miami.

ALL BLACK

The definitive directory of what you should be wearing on your wrist right now.

A relentless quest for precision and innovative technology.

FEATURES

Mix business with pleasure MEET THE when it comes to tailoring, from BUYER office to bar this is distinctive SS16 style advice from head power dressing. menswear buyer at Cruise.

OUTSIDE EDGE

Street style meets luxury. Rock the latest looks in your city.

ONE TO WATCH

ROX WISHLIST

GOING FOR GOLD

MALE GROOMING

100 YEARS MOVIE

GADGET MAN

#ROXWATCH

TREATS FOR HIM

Louis XIII announces an original film to be released in 2115.

RISE OF THE MACHINES

FOOD & DRINK

We sit down and find out what’s new with Glasgow boy Craig McGinlay

LIFESTYLE

Tune into the biggest sporting events of 2016 with ROX.

WHAT'S ON

GAZPACHO

Michelin-starred chef Martin Wishart tells us how to create this summer dish.

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CONTRIBUTORS

CONTRIBUTORS The faces behind ROX MAN. Find out more about the people who bring ROX Magazine to life.

ALEX DOAK

CHRIS CHILTON

MARTIN WISHART

Alex is an expert watch writer for City AM, Mr Porter, QP magazine and the Prodigal Guide. He enjoys cooking, craft beer, burgers and has a degree in biochemistry.

Chris is a freelance motoring writer and contributing editor of Car Magazine as well as an ace driver himself. He is a former mechanic with over 14 years experience writing about luxury cars.

Martin is an awardwinning chef, who in 1999 established his eponymous Leith fine dining restaurant. It was awarded a Michelin star in 2001 and has retained this every year since. He now runs restaurants in Edinburgh and Glasgow.

LOUISE GILL

PAMELA MARTIN

Louise is the Editor for ROX Magazine and is the creative driving force behind the magazine. A lover of fashion, music and travel, Louise brings her energy and passion into everything she does at ROX.

Pamela is the Graphic Designer at ROX and has created every ROX magazine since it launched in 2009. Pamela is a founding member of the ROX team and without her, the magazine would not exist.

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Maison Margiela and Mykita have collaborated on a collection of sunglasses that represent their shared concept of creative process. The olive green aviators fuse together a classic shape with unpolished acetate to create some serious shade appeal.

It's one of those garmets every man should have in his wardrobe, a crisp white shirt can never go a miss, especially when it shows off your best summer tan. Simple yet high quality the Tommy Hilfiger Ivy Oxford Shirt can be worn with everything from jeans to chinos to tailored shorts.

Emporio Armani’s blue strap watch is an exciting alternative to a traditional leather strap watch. Tying in perfectly with Spring/Summer fashion trends, you should treat yourself! Go bold, go brave, and sport an all blue number for SS16. 64402 | £289

Always the innovators, SevenFriday have released the new V-Series V2/01 showcasing a softer looking case design as well as a multitude of stylised design features including the use of 12 layered galvanic plates and fast strap changer. Practical and exciting - we’re sold. 64312 | £895

Once you have honed your own unique style it is all about accessorising to suit. The ROX woven Friendship bracelet in black is the perfect introductory piece. With a water resistant coating, it is both durable and stylish. 64285 | £40

These luxurious, basketball inspired hightops are perfect for your off duty wardrobe, fashion brands have been flooding the market with their take on sports trainers and Gucci have nailed it. With a grained leather and lace up closure, teamed with the signature GG print, they'll make you walk proud.

1ST FINISHER Unveiled at SIHH in January, this Hublot Classic Fusion Racing Grey titanium model has had the watch world in awe. Simple, sleek characteristics offer a welcome alternative to bulkier models in more traditional colourways. Racing grey is the clear winner for SS16! 64796 | £5,400

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For the technical enthusiast, Arnold & Son’s DBG Equation GMT timepiece has a lot to offer. A watch with two heart beats, it features two different time displays, each driven by its own barrel and gear train with its own escapement and balance. Set within an 18ct rose gold 44mm case, it is precision watch making at its finest. 64933 | £29,200

The classic backpack has been given a stylish twist in the form of the Álvaro army green grained leather backpack. Store your necessities in style and make this your summer must have.

Who wears short shorts? Leg days at the gym paying off? Make a splash in Missoni's printed swim shorts. All you need now is a cool beer and some winning shades. Ultimate beach boy. Pack up your grooming goodies in this Paul Smith multicolour washbag, interior pockets for stashing your man potions, yes you, we know that skin isn't all soap and water!

With an Italian creative designer at the helm once again, Alessandro Michele is breathing Italian creativity and classicism back into everything at Gucci. These cufflinks are Gucci at their sophisticated best. Pair with a crisp white shirt and khaki blazer for summer nights sipping Amaretto cocktails. 64569 | £325

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We are feeling blue! The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph is characterized by its royal-blue dial and rubber strap, with contrasting chronograph hands in orange – a colour combination that lends a fresh, sporty feel to Audemars Piguet’s 20-year-old icon. 63000 | £18,700

To ensure you stay fresh all day try the citrus herbal musk deodorant from Baxter of California. Enriched with tea tree oil and moisturising chamomile it's gentle on skin whilst doing the job.

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Graham’s Chronofighter Oversize Superlight Carbon watch is a statement piece that won’t weigh you down. Based on inventive concepts determining design, functions and finish, this British brand creates imposing wrist machines. 63516 | £6,970

THE CHARMER Created in partnership with the Carroll Shelby Company, Baume & Mercier have designed a limited edition timepiece to celebrate Cobra, the iconic American racing car. Distinguished by its retro accents, classic lines, chronograph, and specially crafted hands featuring the Cobra logo. It is unparalleled elegance injected with pure snake venom. 64886 | £3,200

Just like shoes, or the perfect wristwatch, cufflinks say a lot about a gentleman’s style. Don’t go for novelty, instead opt for the ROX sterling silver square cufflinks with texturised grooves. Sharp and classic in their look. 63857 | £95

ALL HAIL WEIL Delivering season-on-season, Raymond Weil have us longing for this bimetal Freelancer featuring 3 inner chronograph dials, rose gold PVD accents and striking black dial. A classic design makes this a worthy #ROXWishlist investment. 63314 | £2,395

WRAP IT UP Not quite ready to fully embrace the pinstripe sailor trend? Ease yourself into the nautical look with the ROX double wrap leather Friendship bracelet in navy blue. Featuring a sterling silver hook fastening and water resistant coating it is the perfect accessory for a summer boat party! 64284 | £35

Effortlessly cool this Dolce & Gabbana striped open-collar linen & cotton blend shirt will keep you cool in the heat. Wear with espadrilles for a relaxed silhouette.

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Designed to relieve tension after a workout this Trigger point foam roller works on muscles to prevent knots. The GRID pattern is 3-dimensional to allow the tissue to aerate while you roll.

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This Baume & Mercier Classima epitomises affordable luxury and establishes itself as a token of fresh successes and future satisfaction. Celebrate your achievements and reward yourself! 64888 | £3,900

There are no excuses in summer, time to get fit when it's lighter for longer. We recommend you embrace Nikes 'free' line running sneakers, inspired by the natural weightless feel of barefoot training, they are literally light as air.

IT'S ARRIVED Inspired by their sponsorship of BAFTA, 88 Ru Du Rhone have unveiled their latest range - Rive, a collection of timepieces inspired by the world of cinema, blending the elegance of the French Riviera with traditional Hollywood glamour. The Rive quartz chronograph boasts a new design case with refined hands and bold dials but always the same high quality Swiss standards. 65161 | £695

Jump in head first with the all black Gucci Dive rubber strap watch. Water resistant to 200 metres you can enjoy all that summer water sports offer during the day, with the added bonus of this being smart enough to wear in the evening thanks to the sleek matt black design. 62700 | £695

Who ever said Elvis wasn't a fashion expert needs their head checked, if the king approves so do we! Slip on your blue suede shoes and embrace a summer of rock and roll. We love Burberry's Tobias Derby Shoes.

AND RELAX... In these hectic lives we lead, we all need a little help switching off and escaping from our digital world. The ROX Luxe Burning Embers scented candle offers soothing, woody fragrances with a spicy undertone of cinnamon. The mysterious, smoky fragrance will have you dreaming of late night campfires for days on end. 63430 | £35

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ANDROID HOMME ARMANI BALENCIAGA CANADA GOOSE CANALI CP COMPANY CREATIVE RECREATION DOLCE & GABBANA DSQUARED2 GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI GIVENCHY GUCCI HUGO BOSS JACOB COHEN KENZO MONCLER MOSCHINO NEIL BARRETT PAUL & SHARK PAUL SMITH PHILIPP PLEIN POLO RALPH LAUREN PRADA STONE ISLAND TRUE RELIGION VERSACE VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Y-3

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THE HEAD SAYS YES. THE HEART SAYS DEFINITELY, YES.

MASERATI GHIBLI. STARTING FROM £49,160

THE NEW MASERATI GHIBLI IS POWERED BY A RANGE OF ADVANCED 3.0 LITRE V6 ENGINES WITH 8-SPEED ZF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION INCLUDING, FOR THE FIRST TIME, A V6 TURBODIESEL ENGINE. Official fuel consumption figures for Maserati Ghibli range in mpg (l/100km): Urban 18.0 (15.7) – 37.2 (7.6), Extra Urban 38.7 (7.3) – 56.5 (5.0), Combined 27.2 (10.4) – 47.9 (5.9). CO2 emissions 242 – 158 g/km. Fuel consumption and CO2 figures are based on standard EU tests for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. Model shown is a Maserati Ghibli S at £68,913 On The Road including optional pearlescent paint at £1,776, 20” machine polished Urano alloy wheels at £2,205 and Red brake callipers at £432. www.maserati.co.uk

PARK’S MASERATI 143/159 ALMADA STREET, HAMILTON, ML3 0ET Phone: 01698 303828 | Web: www.parks.uk.com/maserati

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No need for tight collars and fuss here, this SS16 it’s all about loose fitting garments layered, with un-tucked shirts and low hanging jackets adding balance and fluidity.

Hugo Boss Aeroliner Watch 49961 | £299

SevenFriday M-Series Watch 65055 | £1,050

MAISON MARGIELA

Raymond Weil Tango Watch 57300 | £750

Tudor Heritage Ranger Watch 60240 | £1,940

GUCCI @ CRUISE

Bell & Ross Aviation Watch 63604 | £1,900

ROX Leather Friendship Bracelet 61607 | £40

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With shimmering fabrics, muted metallic jackets and copper accents, this year’s catwalks showcased a fresh approach to metallic for the season. Not brave enough to don a metallic suit? You can still turn heads sporting a strong stainless steel timepiece. Masculinity retained.

Parmigiani Tonda Metrographe Watch 61485 | £9,600

GUCCI @ CRUISE

Gc SmartClass Watch 62638 | £395

Gucci Man Thin Ring 59987 | £160

Gucci G-Timeless Watch 47918 | £525

Baume & Mercier Clifton Watch 63641 | £2,700

CHRISTIAN MACLEOD

Emporio Armani Watch 62541 | £199

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Exquisite luxury, where you’ve never seen it before. Bentayga.

Introducing the extraordinary SUV. Visit Glasgow.BentleyMotors.com or call +44 (0)1698 303 850. Bentayga fuel consumption* – EU Drive Cycle in mpg (l/100 km): Urban 14.9 (19.0); Extra Urban 29.4 (9.6); Combined 21.6 (13.1). CO2 Emissions 296 g/km.

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*Fuel consumption figures subject to Type Approval. The name ‘Bentley’ and the ‘B’ in wings device are registered trademarks. © 2016 Bentley Motors Limited. Model shown: Bentayga. Park’s of Hamilton (Townhead Garage) Limited is an Appointed Representative of Park’s of Hamilton (Holdings) Limited FRN 308476, of 14 Bothwell Road, Hamilton, ML3 0AY, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority as a Credit Broker. We can introduce you to a limited number of lenders to assist with your purchase, who may remunerate us for introducing you to them. Retail customers only.

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All aboard for SS16’s nautical trend. Think Miami yacht life luxury, with clean lines, fine knits and bright whites being seen across major fashion houses from Louis Vuitton to DAKS. Team with a powerful sports watch and classic aviators. Are you ready to ride the waves?

Parmigiani Pershing 002 Watch 63115 | £14,900

Tudor Heritage Black Bay Watch 60212 | £2,120

SAINT LAURENT

Hublot Classic Fusion Watch 62665 | £8,200

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Watch 62995 | £24,400

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

Gc SportRacer Watch 64976 | £350

ROX Leather Friendship Bracelet 64286 | £40

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The length is short, and the style is bomber. Retro suede is back and it's pushing the boundaries of colour and patterns. Wear with complimentary colours for that classic look. It’s a SS16 staple that will carry you through to winter.

Bremont Boeing 100 Limited Edition Watch 65313 | £5,495

DUNHILL

88 Rue du Rhone Watch 63625 | £315

ROX Leather Friendship Bracelet 59401 | £50

Tudor Heritage Black Bay Bronze Watch 65400 | £2 ,730

Gucci G-Chrono XL Watch 60006 | £1,100

OLIVER SPENCER

Gc SmartClass Watch 62636 | £350

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HERMES

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THE GRASS IS GREENER

Green is everywhere this season, with brands injecting an explosion of green hues into their design. From military khaki to bright jade green it was in abundance. Experiment and combine neutral shades for a personalised relaxed look.

Graham Chronofighter Oversize Watch 63517 | £4,790

Bell & Ross Vintage Watch 57379 | £1,850

MAHARISHI

TW Steel Canteen Watch 63443 | £299

ACNE STUDIOS

Baume & Mercier Clifton Watch 58580 | £2,050

Emporio Armani Watch 65225 | £259

Gucci Dive Watch 64550 | £620

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Military themes spanned the catwalk this season taking hold of the London collections. Milan’s menswear designers then took this to the next level with an updated take on the summer adventurer. Pack the essentials with a worn-in finish for the ultimate Action Man meets Indiana Jones look.

Gucci Horsebit Leather Bracelet 64568 | £185

MAHARISHI

Tudor Heritage Ranger Watch 60238 | £2,010

TW Steel Canteen Watch 63441 | £219

Bell & Ross Aviation Watch 57361 | £2,700

Hublot Big Bang Unico Watch 65280 | £22,100

MAHARISHI

Gc B2-Class Watch 44322 | £395

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Limited edition of 250. Automatic chronograph. Ceramic bezel and steel case. Flyback, GMT, Tachymeter.

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MEET THE BUYER We sat down with Head Menswear Buyer, Reece Hutton, to find out what’s involved in the world of menswear buying at one of the UK’s leading fashion retailers, Cruise. Reece gives us style advice for the typical ROX MAN and discusses key trends for SS16. For what’s hot and what’s not, this is the male style guide you’ll need to know.

ow did you begin your career in fashion? My career started nearly 20 years ago. Growing up I always had a love of clothes, fashion and music so when an opportunity came up to work with my favourite store at the time, Van Mildert in Durham, I jumped at the chance. I started working on the shop floor at 17 and within a year I became assistant buyer. We quickly gathered a reputation as the best store in the country. Multiple fashion awards followed and this cemented my passion of the industry. From here I moved on to Menswear Buyer and then Head of Menswear Buying as

the group expanded. We took over the iconic Cruise business in 2010 and from here the whole business has grown extraordinarily into something quite special. What does a typical day look like in the life of The Head Cruise Menswear Buyer? A lot of travelling, every day we seem to be out of office! The Menswear team undertake 250-300 appointments with fashion brands for a Summer season buying period between November and February and the same again for Winter between May and August. Mostly our travel is

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within Europe but occasionally it does take us further afield. However, day to day we are analysing trade reports and trend analysis. We communicate with our suppliers and react accordingly to the requirements of the business. Strategy and budgetary meetings are ongoing with a company of this size and growth, so daily and weekly updates are fed in from the team and we plan against this feedback and results. The working week is structured so that the team can work and travel independently then collaborate in meetings at the start and also at the end of the week.

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What are the biggest menswear trends and well connected with the supply chain, agents coming out of Fashion Week this year? and distributors. We keep up to date with fashion There is a lot going on at the moment and publications and social media so in turn we tend there are some very talented designers in the to know exactly what is going on in the market. spotlight. Our job is to analyse and focus on what The brands we feel will work for our business are is commercially best for contacted, we negotiate our customer. terms, submit orders tyle is a Mens fashion is very and start from there. cyclical and currently foundation of your Depending on what we feature a lot of type of brand it is and sportswear, streetwear what is necessary for the look those with and casualwear in business, our Marketing the business which is more confidence and Ecommerce teams working well. However pick up discussions with will try more and in all honesty, the the brands to strategise best on show are from a plan and maximise the progressive looks the brands which are impact. made famous for sticking to their own brand DNA and not becoming too Who is your audience/typical Cruise trend-led. customer? Developments from Stone Island, C.P Because of the vast size and brand mix of Company, Canada Goose, Y-3 and Filling Pieces the business, we can often see two or three in the last season have been a great success. From generations shopping together with us at the a high fashion perspective there is a resurgence same time. However, our typical customers are of premium international brands especially the 25-40 and are fashion, brand and lifestyle aware. big design houses such as Moncler, Gucci, Dolce They are confident in what they buy and trust us & Gabbana, Kenzo, Balenciaga, Givenchy, Lanvin to deliver the best in field. Valentino, Helmut Lang, Versace and Moschino. Then those with more of a directional look but Tell us about Concept by Cruise? with equal international acclaim such as Alexander Concept by Cruise is part of the business Wang, Rick Owens and Martin Margiela and which communicates to a younger and more they are striking the right notes with our more particular audience. The site is curated from progressive customer. all brand lines available (some of which are Footwear is certainly a focus for us and from specifically only for Concept) and as such features Summer you will find a much wider range in this an edit of the most directional high fashion brands area, from collaborative projects with Adidas and such as Rick Owens to contemporary products Nike through to Cruise exclusives with Giuseppe from APC through to limited sneaker releases like Zanotti and ultimate luxury formal footwear from the Adidas and Kanye West collaborative project Brioni and Church’s. – Yeezy. We feel that this allows a segmentation of the consumer base to be communicated to directly with products that are more relevant for them.

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STONE ISLAND | £595

What are your SS16 summer staples for the ROX MAN? Footwear from Filling Pieces and Y-3 especially the low top elastic trainers from Filling Pieces and the Y-3 runners in a knitted texture. Stone Island make some of the most technical yet fashionable outerwear. I recommend the pixel reflective hooded jacket for SS16. Both Balenciaga and Givenchy are making waves at the moment using on trend prints to rejuvenate wardrobe basics such as a simple t-shirt, polo or checked shirt. Balenciaga’s paint brush stroke printed polo’s are popular this season as are Givenchy’s star prints and animal

What does the process look like when Cruise take on a new brand? We attend the major trade fairs and fashion shows as and when we are travelling so we do get to see a lot of what is on offer. All of our Menswear buyers are extremely experienced

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prints. The twin monkey is the latest phase of Givenchy’s animal prints which will garner attention. Their Rottweiler print was hugely popular in the industry in previous seasons. Are there any weird trends that you will not be following? What to avoid? I have seen a lot of face masks in and around fashion weeks lately for AW16, worn by a younger streetwear audience. This is too far removed from what we offer and isn't something we would look to invest in. What’s the best style advice you’ve been given? You have to understand what you are comfortable in and develop your taste piece by piece. Observe what makes a look complete whether that be shape, colour, fabric or wearing designers with a similar adjacent look. Buy pieces from a collection within the same season and develop from there. Style is a foundation of your look, those with more confidence will try more progressive looks. Those that try too hard to develop their style will always look back in a few years and think ‘I wish I hadn’t’. What’s the best thing about working for Cruise? Any special perks? I have seen the best products in fashion, been to some amazing places and attended great events, making some very good friends along the way. The business has grown at great speed and it’s a testament to the company and the employees efforts. What are the main AW16 trends emerging this year? Earth tones Distressing Black on black Layering Sportswear / Neoprene Pastel colours palettes

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Actor Craig McGinlay wearing Club Monaco. Styled by Rob French. Hair by Manmade London. Photographer Chris Davis

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ONE TO WATCH We love seeing talent flourish, especially when it is home grown. Glasgow boy Craig McGinlay is a model turned actor with big projects on the horizon. We catch up with him to find out what lies ahead in his career.

raig welcome to ROX, does it bring back good memories visiting us? Yes, lovely to be back. It's a beautiful store and I have always loved the relaxed atmosphere you portray in here. You’ve been getting around haven’t you? I have indeed. From the likes of Milan, New York, L.A., London, the epic Snowdonia in Wales, as well as working on a major movie project at Warner Bros. Studios. I love my job so wouldn't have it any other way. Walking on set each day for filming has been a delight and feel very honoured and grateful for the opportunities offered to me of late.

Last year you finished filming Knights of the Round Table: King Arthur, starring Jude Law and Sons of Anarchy actor Charlie Hunnam. How did this opportunity come about? I was fortunate enough to be cast by Guy Ritchie for a whisky ad in September 2014 and from meeting Guy during the audition and filming process I was asked to audition for Knights of the Round Table: King Arthur. You also starred in the famous HAIG Club advert last year with David Beckham? What was he like to work with? Did you share style tips? I did indeed. He was an absolute gent. Top

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guy. I do not have a bad word to say about him. He is a terrific role model for aspiring athletes and any other industry as I believe his work ethic, manners, and standards are so high. I used to be a Sport Scientist working with pro football players so it was nice to chat fitness and football as he was renowned for being a fantastic engine in midfield as well as having an outstanding right leg. Great to hear him talk of his kids and how he likes to either drop them off at school or pick them up after as well as watch them take part in sport or activities at the weekend. I could tell this was a very important part of his life and he wants to continue to do this regardless of how busy his schedule may be. A terrific family man and very down to earth. It's been amazing to work

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Craig you are known for your unique style and love of sharp tailoring, is there a specific brand/designer you go for? Well thank you, that is very kind. Not necessarily. When I first moved from a career playing rugby and coaching elite athletes, to modelling and then acting, I realised it is important not to just follow trends. I was always brought up to set high standards and that image is important, but that I should wear what I feel comfortable in and go with my gut feeling of what I think looks good, not just wear something because I think it looks good on someone else. It is important to express yourself with your own style and not to necessarily follow trends. Your career started out as a professional rugby player, followed by sports coach and model. Now your acting career has taken off do you plan to stay in the acting industry or will you be showcasing another new talent? I have enjoyed each of the career paths you mentioned but to be honest I always wanted to be an actor but never thought it would happen. Perhaps I wasn't confident enough to give it a real go and felt it was a distant dream so I pursued a career in professional rugby. This ended very early after competing in a World Cup in Italy for Scotland Under-19's. I stayed within working in elite level sport but wanted to help other athletes achieve their dreams in sport via injury prevention techniques, re-hab, pre-hab, and general conditioning. From working with Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games athletes I was asked to be involved in the brand launch film campaign. From this I was scouted to join a modelling agency then scouted by a director who spotted a campaign I modelled for. I auditioned for lead roles in 3 short films and was thankfully offered all three roles. Then, Guy cast me in The Haig Club. From working with Guy twice within a year (Haig Club & KORT: King Arthur) it has given me a massive amount of experience over a short period of time working with a top director, film crews, and casts. I still have a long way to go but I am learning all the time and I am thoroughly enjoying the process. I see myself focussing on acting and really trying to push my career to the limits. I cannot thank Guy enough for offering me these opportunities and it has finally given me that confidence I always wanted to just give it a go and not think about the consequences if it doesn't work out. I will continue to work in order to improve my acting, accents, fight skills (jiu-jitsu, boxing, muai-tai, kick boxing, savate, martial arts, sword fighting) and horse riding. There are no limits to skills and stunts I want to learn so lots still to come. If you were to give any advice on moving into an acting career what would this be? Short films were a great way for me to start. These are a really good way to learn how a set works and practice your skills. Furthermore,

always look to add to your skills whether that be dancing, singing, or fight choreography. There are always more and more skills that can be applicable to film and TV or even theatre acting. You’re now living in London, what does 2016 have on the cards for Mr McGinlay? I have literally just finished filming KORT: King Arthur so will take some time out over Easter and see family and close friends in Scotland before heading back to London. KORT: King Arthur is due for cinema release on March 24th 2017. I have potential meetings in L.A. this year so let's see what happens there. Can we expect to see you as the future James Bond in years to come? Bond..? We'll see... Where do you see yourself in 10 years time? I would like to have achieved leading roles in my acting career and have shown success and diversity as an actor. I will likely still be based in London or potentially L.A. You must have a strong network around you, what does that look like? I do not want to name drop but I have worked with some fantastic actors as well as directors and models over the last 18 months. It has been a whirl wind of a time and I am so grateful for each and everyone's support throughout the process from my family and close friends, to work colleagues on film sets and photo shoot campaigns. Although I work with many of these guys it is great that we are close and get on well, so we hang out in London or LA at a restaurant or go to the cinema or a show, even play golf or train together in parks or gyms in London.

Our ROX MAN readers are watch enthusiasts, are you a watch man? I love watches. I have a nice collection of watches, two of which are from ROX. They help make sure I’m never late for meetings. We predict good things from you, so when you make your first million is there a watch lust list? Hublot is a brand that I am a huge fan of, so I know my collection will progress there. Hopefully I can collect them all. I like classic timepieces too but a sports watch for me has practicality and style. How do you find time for it all? I make time for it all. As I said earlier, I am very busy but I wouldn't have it any other way. I really enjoy my job. Do you prioritise what’s important to you in terms of work and play? I am a professional actor so need to prioritise my time to line learning and rehearsing. This comes first when working on a job but like any industry it is important to find the balance of work and play. Finally what does Craig McGinlay do to chill out? I enjoy playing golf with my dad and friends, going to the gym, and going for dinner. I'm a big foodie. I have always loved watching movies but I think now I watch film differently as I find myself analysing actors and films to help me develop so being able to research for work in the comfort of my own home or when at the cinema is a pleasure.

Actor Craig McGinlay wearing Club Monaco. Styled by Rob French. Hair by Manmade London. Photographer Chris Davis

with David on two projects within a year of each other (both Haig Club, and KORT: King Arthur).

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We know fitness is a big thing for you (we’ve seen the insta vids of you putting us all to shame in the gym) but are there any specific gym musts that you follow, do you have a PT? It's a huge part of my job both modelling and acting. For the likes of a modelling job I may need to be shredded/ripped and lose weight so I can fit the sample sizes for clothes then for the likes of KORT: King Arthur I put on around a stone and a half of muscle for the movie role. I do not have a PT. As aforementioned, I studied a Sport Science Masters degree and worked with elite level athletes from pro rugby and football, to elite Commonwealth and Olympic athletes, hence I have built up a good level of experience in terms of knowing how to bulk up and trim down quickly and healthily for acting roles.

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MIAMI HEAT Live life luxuriously. Clean Lines, sharp tailoring, welcome to Miami.

PHOTOGRAPHY: MARK SEAGER MODEL: BRAD HOWARD STYLIST: IAN TOD BRANDS: CRUISE, MAHARISHI, KESTIN HARE

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Watch Â£23,400 (63003)

Left Page: Bremont Jaguar MKIII Watch £3,495 (64673) Above: Hublot Big Bang Aero Skeleton Watch £13,700 (55741)

Hublot Classic Fusion Blue Titanium Watch Â£8,200 (62665)

Arnold & Son Time Pyramid Watch Â£21,880 (64929)

ALL BLACK Mix business with pleasure when it comes to tailoring, from office to bar this is distinctive power dressing.

Hublot Big Bang Unico Black Ceramic Watch Â£15,000 (64791)

URBAN SAFARI Versatile in nature, mix desert tones and camo layers for the ultimate urban look.

Bell Audemars & Ross BR-X1 PiguetSkeleton Royal Oak Chronograph Selfwinding Watch £18,700 £15,600 (63268) (63535)

Left Page: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Watch £19,000 (62999) Above: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Watch £33,500 (63255)

Left Page: Hublot Classic Fusion Grey Titanium Watch £8,200 (64794) Above: Bell & Ross BR-X1 Skeleton Chronograph Watch £15,600 (63535)

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LUXURY WATCH EDIT The definitive directory of what you should be wearing on your wrist right now. Words by Alex Doak.

ROYAL OAK DOUBLE BALANCE OPENWORKED

CLASSIC FUSION BERLUTI

NEBULA

Like a bold pairing of Robin Day armchair with Rennie Mackintosh sideboard, this remarkable piece frames a beautifully ornate, hand-crafted skeleton dial with that Seventies icon, the octagonal Royal Oak. But it’s all the better to showcase a remarkable bit of micro-engineering, which doubles-up the escapement’s oscillating balance wheel. Each suspended on oppositely oriented balance springs, the mechanism’s sensitivities to shock, gravity and temperature are lowered significantly. 65375 | £56,000

Parisian shoemaker Berluti may date back to 1895, but it’s the current, fourthgeneration custodian Olga Berluti who pioneered the brand’s distinctive look – Venezia leather, tanned laboriously by hand to bestow a unique patina to every shoe. It’s a skill with materials that resonated particularly with Hublot, giving us this 250-piece special edition. What’s especially clever is the Berluti-leather dial – you can’t have organic material in a sealed case, so a “neutralisation” method was developed specially to prevent rot. 65376 | £22,100

Beauty isn’t just in the eye of the beholder – they say it’s also down to symmetry. And just as a symmetrical face earns modelling gigs, the perfectly mirrored bridges of this new Arnold & Son make it the model to have right now. What’s more, in a nice nod to the celestial origins of timekeeping, the Nebula is so-named for its resemblance to an exploding star. At 10 and 2 o’clock, two winding barrels are suspended, offering a healthy total of 90 hours’ power, while at 5 and 7 there are the ticking balance wheel and small seconds. 65377 | £10,800

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BR03-94 DESERT TYPE Think no-nonsense military watches need to conform to the usual round-cased, three-handed black dial plus white 3-6-912 hour indices and little else? Well, trust Bell & Ross to prove otherwise, as masters of the über-functional combined with über-cool – “instrument” professionalspec watches equally at home on the wrist of an architect as an infantryman in Iraq. As this year’s ceramic-cased, sand-coloured Desert Type proves. 65379 | £4,000

TONDA ANNIVERSAIRE

CAPELAND SHELBY

REGATTA OTUSA

Chronographs, despite their ubiquity, are actually one of the hardest “complications” to make, especially when the mechanics are integrated with the normal timekeeping components rather than piggybacking a separate module. If that wasn’t enough, Parmigiani has also decided to make life even more difficult by crafting the intricately engineered movement in a soft and sticky metal – rose gold. A surprise hit of this year’s SIHH trade fair and a fitting tribute to the brand’s 20th birthday. 65378 | £103,000

What could have been a one-hit wonder in 2015 has now proved to be a winning formula for Baume & Mercier and the late, great Carroll Shelby’s V8-powered racing legacy. The handsome, vintage-styled Capeland chronograph already looked like a direct descendant of an old AC Cobra dashboard, and that’s before the iconic snake logo was added to the seconds hand, with a dash of striking team yellow mixed into dial accents and the perforated leather strap. 64886 | £3,200

When Bremont announced its involvement as timekeeper for the America’s Cup yachting series as well as sponsor for the defenders, Team Oracle USA, it was only a matter of time before the British brand needed to include a regatta countdowner function in their yachting collection, as timing the 5-minute “jostle” for the starting line is critical to every race’s outcome. The outcome of Bremont’s collaboration with La Joux-Perret is nothing short of sporty but elegant. It’s even been translated to a polished-steel dress watch. 65310 | £4,995

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from left to right: Baume & Mercier Clifton Watch £2,700 (63641), Arnold & Son HMS1 Watch £13,000 (64223), Parmigiani Tonda Metrographe Watch £9,600 (61485), Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Watch £13,000 (63005), Hublot Classic Fusion Titanium Watch £5,400 (64796)

EASY LIKE SUNDAY MORNING A hazy morning sunrise fills the room with summer light. Enjoy a perfect cappuccino with a dusting of cinnamon and the morning papers.

from left to right: Audemars Piguet Millenary Selfwinding Watch £29,400 (62897), Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Watch £36,800 (63002), Hublot Big Bang Automatic Watch £25,300 (63887), Parmigiani Kalpagraphe Rose Gold Watch £23,500 (63102), Arnold & Son DBG Equation Watch £29,200 (64933)

TIME TO DINE Dust down your finest tuxe, add a few splashes of your most irresistible aftershave and choose a classic timepiece. Get ready for an evening of fine dining.

from left to right: Hublot Big Bang Unico Euro 2016 Ceramic Watch £19,700 (64868), Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Watch £19,000 (62997), Bremont Jaguar MKIII Automatic Watch £3,495 (64673), Tudor Pelagos Titanium Bracelet Watch £3,020 (63072), Graham Silverstone RS Skeleton Watch £8,800 (63524)

FITSPO When times get tough, today’s luxury men's sport watches rise to the occasion with bold, masculine appeal. For the man who is always on the go the sports watch never lets you down.

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OLD TIMERS When it comes to horology and invention Arnold & Son is a true master. With roots dating back nearly 250 years, it’s the original watchmaker that developed the perfect marine chronometer. Today, the brand pays homage to its watchmaking prowess with modern day timepieces steeped in centuries of craftsmanship.

ohn Arnold first gained fame in 1764 by presenting an exceptionally small ring containing a half-quarter repeater watch to King George III. From 1770 onwards, John Arnold dedicated himself to solve one of the greatest challenges of his age: calculating longitude reliably at sea. That challenge was precision, and Arnold made it his passion. Between 1770 and 1790, he painstakingly refined the art of watchmaking, introducing decisive improvements and trailblazing inventions. John Arnold, together with his friend A.-L. Breguet, largely invented the modern mechanical watch. Thus, Arnold & Son rapidly became the leading supplier of chronometers to the Royal Navy. His son, John Roger, joined the firm in 1796. Inspired by John Arnold’s relentless quest for precision and innovative technology, the modern-day Arnold & Son company keeps this fine English watchmaking tradition alive at

its headquarters in La Chaux-de-Fonds, the cradle of modern Swiss watchmaking. The actual collection of Arnold & Son pays tribute to the two distinct sections of John Arnold’s professional life. The Royal Collection is a reference to the masterpieces with which Arnold initially made his name. The chronometers of breathtaking precision that were made for the ships of the Royal Navy and many explorers are reflected today in the Instrument Collection. But clearly defined as they are, several elements are common to both: a passion for sophistication and perfections in every produced timepiece. Arnold & Son holds a firm place in the grand English watchmaking tradition. It belongs to a select group of watchmaking companies in Switzerland entitled to call themselves a manufacture, a French term reserved exclusively for watch manufacturers who develop and produce their own

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movements in-house. The brand's prowess in the development and production of in-house movements is reflected by an impressive collection of Arnold & Son calibres with a complete range of sophisticated complications. Arnold & Son develops a new movement for every single model. New superbly engineered and aesthetically perfect timepieces have been unveiled as part of the brand’s Instrument Collection that combines instrument precision with classical styling. Stunning new additions have also been regularly made to the Royal Collection, which is inspired by the timepieces created in the early part of John Arnold’s life for the King George III and the royal court.

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TIME PYRAMID

eftly demonstrating its British heritage, the Time Pyramid is inspired by the regulators created by John and John Roger Arnold over two hundred years ago, and by antique British skeleton clocks. The Time Pyramid hosts a totally new manufacture movement with unique architecture. The skeletonised calibre A&S1615 is built in a pyramidal shape, with balance wheel at 12 o’clock and, at 6 o’clock, two mainspring barrels that supply the hand-wound calibre with an amazing 90 hours of power reserve. The Time Pyramid follows the original regulators from the brand with its component positioning and detailed three-dimensional visual appeal. Movement parts and watch indications are built on three levels, with the subsidiary seconds dial on the bottom, the hours and minutes indication on a sapphire crystal dial in the middle level, and two power reserve hands via graduated dots printed under the top sapphire crystal. While the movement is extremely thin – at just 4.4 mm – the multiple levels bring amazing depth and detail to the watch. As with every esteemed Arnold & Son watch, each component in the Time Pyramid is magnificently hand decorated with manually chamfered brides and mirrorpolished edges, all yielding a striking masterpiece of decorative craftsmanship and brilliant execution.

DSTB

emonstrating its quality Swiss craftsmanship, the DSTB is a testament to its heritage, vision and Haute Horlogerie ingenuity. The true beat seconds is a traditional complication of Arnold & Son, and this watch pays tribute to the watches produced by John Arnold during the second half of his career. The newly developed automatic movement showcases the true beat seconds' mechanism entirely on the dial side. Not just the hands, but also the lever, wheels and three palladium treated true beat seconds bridges are located in all their beauty on the dial side. The true beat seconds are superbly indicated via a large sapphire dial that occupies the top left portion of the dial. At the 4 o’clock position, a subdial indicates the hours and the minutes. The self-winding calibre A&S6003 has 229 components. In true Arnold & Son style, the palladium treated movement features Haute Horlogerie finishing with hand-chamfered and satin-finished lever and bridges, polished edges and fine circular graining and Côtes de Genève rayonnantes. The magnificent timepiece is housed inside a 43.5mm 18-carat white gold case with anti-reflective sapphire crystal and caseback for viewing the superbly finished movement and, complete with solid 22-carat red gold guilloché oscillating weight. This edition of the DSTB will be limited to 125 timepieces – underscoring the brand’s commitment to exclusivity and excellence.

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BEATLES LIMITED EDITION MAESTRO Beatles fans will rejoice as Swiss luxury watchmaker Raymond Weil have launched their latest music partnership, presenting a unique Maestro Beatles Limited Edition timepiece. This new milestone in the music icons series marks the Brand’s 40th anniversary and celebrates the greatest music band of all time.

aymond Weil as a brand have a history of honouring musicians and composers, starting with their Amadeus collection in 1983. Their partnership with the iconic Beatles is something that not only the most avid Beatles fan can appreciate, but the watch collector as well, with the Raymond Weil Maestro Beatles Limited Edition timepiece paying tribute to the legendary Fab Four is limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide. The maestro Beatles Limited Edition features a mechanical selfwinding movement housed in a 39.5mm polished steel case. The

13 Beatles’ album titles are written all around the bespoke dial, with a special “Help” index at 4 o’clock which recalls the cover of the iconic album released in 1965. The silver galvanic dial matches the polished steel bracelet. It features the official Beatles logo and a date window at 3 o’clock. Each Maestro Beatles will be presented with a dedicated watch case celebrating the music icons. An impressive drum with the official Beatles official logo decorates the top of the box while the inside features the 13 album titles that

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are marked on the dial of the limited edition. On the back, there is a smoked sapphire crystal featuring the official Beatles logo and an engraving with the limited edition number. Get yours before they go or ‘Tomorrow will never know’.

Raymond Weil watches are available at ROX Newcastle and ROX Argyll Arcade

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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Watch 62998 | £19,000

OUTSIDE EDGE Bell & Ross Aviation Watch 59957 | £2,800

GREY HUES It's a colour all men have in their wardrobe but this year we've seen a rise in grey hues not only in fashion but in luxury watches too. From racing grey to more subdued hues, this colour of watch is proving to be a winner.

Hublot Classic Fusion Grey Watch 64794 | £8,200

Graham Chronofighter Oversize Watch 63526 | £4,160

Tudor Heritage Watch 60209 | £3,010

Gucci G-Timeless Watch 64545 | £525

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Raymond Weil Freelancer Watch 63313 | £2,095

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ANY R E SEM B L AN CE TO T H E DA SH BOAR D O F THE E-T YPE JAGUAR IS PURELY INTENTIONAL. Enzo Ferrari called it the most beautiful car in the world. Now three new watches pay homage to Malcolm Sayer’s ground-breaking design. The Bremont MKI, MKII and MKIII have been developed in partnership with Jaguar. The dials are inspired by the E-Type’s tachometer and the winding weight is based on the car’s iconic steering wheel. You may never own the car, but a Bremont Jaguar timepiece might just be the next best thing.

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Hublot Big Bang Unico Titanium Ceramic Watch 57316 | £15,000

Parmigiani Bugatti Aerolithe Watch 61470 | £20,000

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HALF TIME Never miss a minute with a luxury sports watch, featuring all the best gadgets when times get tough you can rely on your sports watch. This look combines functionality with bold colours and a chunky timepiece. Size matters, go big or go home.

Graham Silverstone RS Skeleton Watch 63523 | £8,800

Baume & Mercier Capeland Watch 58576 | £3,000

Bremont Jaguar MKII Watch 63065 | £4,950

Gucci Dive Watch 62699 | £650

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Hugo Boss Supernova Watch 64787 | £450

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WHERE TIME BEGINS

88RDR.COM WHERE TIME BEGINS Introducing Swiss-Made luxury - 88 RUE DU RHONE harnesses centuries of watchmaking experience. The number ‘8’ is key for the brand - considered a lucky number and symbolising good fortune, ambition and power. 88 RUE DU RHONE balances Swiss-Made excellence with contemporary design, artistry and innovation at every stage of design and manufacture.

OFFICIAL TIMING PARTNER OF

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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Watch 63366 | £23,400

Arnold & Son HMS1 Watch 64222 | £11,120

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PREPPY GENT To pull off the iconic preppy gent look, a classic timepiece is a must. Less is more here, wear with sharp tailoring, and you can afford a splash of colour in styling your classic watch. Now all you need is to work on your Polo skills good sir!

Bremont Classic Automatic Watch 60402 | £4,695

88 Rue du Rhone Watch 61988 | £495

Raymond Weil Toccata Watch 63319 | £625

TW Steel Slim Line Watch 59941 | £295

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Hugo Boss Watch 60461 | £139

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NEW JAGUAR XJ

POWER NEVER FELT BETTER.

Model shown is the New XJ Luxury with optional Dark Sapphire Metallic Paint, Privacy Glass and Orona Wheels.

Dynamic performance? Or a luxurious ride? With the new Jaguar XJ’s advanced Adaptive Dynamics you don’t have to choose. The new Jaguar XJ delivers a rare combination of sports-car like handling and extraordinary comfort redefining what a luxury car should be. Now the new Jaguar XJ can be yours from just £599 a month, plus deposit and final payment. Call us today to book a test drive. Park’s 100 Heathfield Road, Ayr KA8 9BN 01292 653000 Macrae & Dick (part of Park’s Motor Group) 61 Harbour Road, Inverness IV1 1UF 01463 716716

NEW XJ SALOON 3.0D V6 LUXURY 4DR AUTO 16MY REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE† On the Road Price††

£58,690

Finance Deposit Allowance

£11,520

Customer Deposit

£9,999

Total Amount of Credit

£37,171

Purchase Fee (Included in final payment) 36 Monthly Payments

£10 £599

Final Payment

£19,849

Total Amount Payable

£62,932

Duration of Agreement (Months) Representative APR

37 4.9% APR

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Interest Rate (Fixed) %

Park’s is a trading style of Park’s (Ayr) Limited who is acting as a credit broker and not a lender.

††Model shown is the New XJ Saloon 3.0D V6 Luxury 4DR Auto with optional Dark Sapphire Metallic Paint (£790), Privacy Glass (£255) and 20" Orona wheels (£1,020), on the road price £60,755. Jaguar XJ option pricing will be subject to an increase from 1st April 2016. Please contact your local Retailer for more information.

4.79%

OFFICIAL FUEL CONSUMPTION FOR THE JAGUAR XJ RANGE IN MPG (L/100KM): URBAN 17.4-40.4 (16.2-7.0); EXTRA URBAN 34.5-54.3 (8.2-5.2); COMBINED 25.5-49.6 (11.1-5.7). CO2 EMISSIONS FROM 264 TO 149 (G/KM). OFFICIAL EU TEST FIGURES. FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES ONLY. REAL WORLD FIGURES MAY DIFFER.

†Representative Example relates to the New Jaguar XJ Saloon 3.0D V6 Luxury 4DR Auto. Representative 4.9% APR available on the New Jaguar XJ Saloon range registered between 1st April to 30th June 2016 at participating Retailers only. With Jaguar Privilege Personal Contract Purchase you have the option at the end of the agreement to: (1) return the vehicle and not pay the Final Payment. If the vehicle has exceeded the allowed mileage a charge per excess mile will apply. In this example, 14p per excess mile up to 4,999, or for excess mileage of 5,000 or more, a charge of 28p will apply to each excess mile above the allowed mileage. If the vehicle is in good condition and has not exceeded the allowed mileage you will have nothing further to pay; (2) pay the Final Payment to own the vehicle or (3) part exchange the vehicle subject to settlement of your existing credit agreement; new credit agreements are subject to status. Representative example is based upon an annual mileage of 10,000 miles. Credit is subject to status and only available to applicants aged 18 and over resident in Mainland UK and N.Ireland. This credit offer is available from Black Horse Limited trading as Jaguar Financial Services, St William House, Tresillian Terrace, Cardiff, CF10 5BH. Park’s (Ayr) Limited is an Appointed Representative of Park’s of Hamilton (Holdings) Limited FRN 308476, of 14 Bothwell Road, Hamilton, ML3 0AY, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, as a Credit Broker. We can introduce you to a limited number of lenders to assist with your purchase, who may remunerate us for introducing you to them. Retail customers only.

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WHAT’S ON THIS SUMMER? Summer's not all about work, there’s time for play too. So whether you’re getting in amongst the sporting action, or spectating with beer in hand, our summer guide to sports, laughs and music will be enough to keep you entertained.

SCOTLAND

THE 145th OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP The Open Championship returns to Scotland this July. For the 145th Championship, the worlds' greatest golfers will gather on the West Coast of Scotland to battle for the famous Claret Jug on one of the country's finest links courses, Royal Troon. Look out for Audemars Piguet ambassadors Danny Willett & Byeong Hun An, Danny won his fourth career title in Dubai earlier this year, and Byeong Hun An was named “Rookie of the Year” on the European Tour in 2015, we look forward to seeing you there!

FRANCE

UEFA EURO 2016TM Showcasing the continent's top talent since its inception in 1960, the UEFA Euro 2016TM will this year follow a new format with 24 teams participating at the EURO final tournament following a qualifying campaign played under the new 'Week of Football' concept. With games taking place between June and July Hublot will once again be a prominent feature on your televisions as official timekeeper for the event. This year Hublot have designed a watch to celebrate their partnership with UEFA Euro 2016TM. Designed with the football world in mind, the Big Bang Unico Retrograde Chronograph sports the French colours, the organising country of the 15th edition of the EURO. 100 watches will be crafted, all in red, white and blue, what more do you need for a month of football?

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NEW RANGE ROVER EVOQUE CONVERTIBLE

NATIVE TO THE WILD. ADAPTED TO THE CITY.

AVAILABLE FROM £47,500 Introducing the world’s first premium compact convertible SUV. The new Range Rover Evoque Convertible is perfectly adapted to the city. Featuring Land Rover’s new InControl Touch Pro Infotainment system and the very latest Terrain Response technology. All protected, of course, by the Land Rover 3-year warranty – so you can explore the urban jungle and beyond with complete peace of mind. Park’s 100 Heathfield Road, Ayr KA8 9BN 01292 653200

Macrae & Dick (part of Park’s Motor Group) 61 Harbour Road, Inverness IV1 1UF 01463 716716

parks.uk.com/land-rover Official Fuel Consumption Figures for the Range Rover Evoque Convertible Range in mpg (l/100km): Urban 24.8 (11.4) – 42.2 (6.7) Extra Urban 40.4 (7.0) – 55.4 (5.1), Combined 32.9 (8.6) – 49.6 (5.7). CO2 emissions g/km: 201 – 149. The figures provided are as a result of official manufacturer’s tests in accordance with EU legislation. A vehicle’s actual fuel consumption may differ from that achieved in such tests and these figures are for comparative purposes only. The model pictured is a New Range Rover Evoque Convertible HSE Dynamic Auto with optional Phoenix Orange premium metallic paint (£600) and Black Design Pack (£2,000) at an on the road price of £50,100. Park’s (Ayr) Limited is an Appointed Representative of Park’s of Hamilton (Holdings) Limited FRN 308476, of 14 Bothwell Road, Hamilton, ML3 0AY, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, as a Credit Broker. We can introduce you to a limited number of lenders to assist with your purchase, who may remunerate us for introducing you to them. Retail customers only.

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WORLDWIDE

35th AMERICA'S CUP America’s Cup first took place in 1851 on the waters off England’s south coast. Today this exciting and compelling sailing event remains firmly at the forefront of the international sporting calendar, with cutting edge catamarans crewed by world-class sailors fighting to win the historic trophy at the final in Bermuda, held in 2017. From February to July this year the sailing teams will compete in four events across Muscat, New York, Chicago to Portsmouth UK. Our friends at Bremont have been appointed Official Timing Partner for the 35th America’s Cup and also partner with the defending champions, ORACLE TEAM USA. The brand have embarked on a very exciting project to produce a series of special edition timepieces to celebrate their involvement with the competition. Grab your boat shoes and we'll meet you on deck for this exciting tournament!

SWITZERLAND

MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL The Montreux Jazz Festival is celebrating its 50th year in July. For this special anniversary, they are teaming up with three major emblematic institutions which, like the Festival, bring people together around music and culture, with local roots and international scope. As the main sponsor of the Montreux Jazz Festival since 2007, Parmigiani Fleurier will set up camp, as it does each year, in its VIP area on the shores of the lake, at the heart of the festival. For sixteen days, the Montreux Jazz Festival will break down every barrier in music. Whether you are tuning in from home or visiting Switzerland for the iconic music event, we’ll be keeping you updated on social. Each year Parmigiani Fleurier create a timepiece reflective of the variety of music available to enjoy at the festival, this years Métrographe model has a decidedly urban feel. So sit back, relax and let the jazz take hold.

EDINBURGH

THE EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL Sprawling, diverse and just a little bit crazy, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe invites hordes of tourists, locals and performers to descend upon Scotland’s capital city every year. The Fringe has grown into the largest arts festival in the world. Its unique charm makes it a must in the British summer calendar. For awe-inspiring performances from the best talent at the Fringe, make sure you’re on the guest list for ROX Stage at the end of August. It’s one of the hottest tickets in town.

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GOING FOR GOLD We sit down with Red Sky Management athletes Luke Patience British Olympic Sailor & David Florence British slalom canoeist to talk RIO 2016.

avid, as a double Olympic medallist what does it feel like to be on the run up to RIO 2016? DF - It's very exciting. Competing at the Olympic Games is an incredible experience and winning medals is the aim. I was selected in November and that's the earliest that the canoe slalom team has been decided for an Olympic Games. It means I can get excited about racing in Rio and it motivates me massively to get the most out of my training every day.

Luke, you competed in the 470 class back in 2012 winning a silver medal with Stuart Bithell’s team. How confident are you for Rio 2016? LP - The answer everyone wants here is 'confident', which is true! However, it's an immensely detailed process that you have to pull together on the right moment with the right people around you exactly as you planned for it to happen. I'm confident I will have done everything I possibly could in the time given. And I am confident in my abilities to be the best.

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Could America's Cup be on the cards for you also? LP - It could be indeed. I think I am more attracted to the Volvo Ocean Race currently. The thought of racing around our planet in the toughest of environments the ocean can offer has had my butterflies going for many years now. Let's just see...

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You’re both from Aberdeen, what was it accurate choice possible. It's a totally unique time like growing up by the water? Did this in the cycle and for sure the most exciting. About influence your career goals? a month out we start to taper the intensity and DF - I've always loved water. I love the sea have more priority in rest. and being by the coast, and of course rivers and water sports too. I feel David, your father very fortunate indeed George was a former it s an immensely that I get to spend my Scottish canoeing time canoeing for a living. champion, your detailed process It's a really privileged brother and uncle also position to be in and I canoe for Scotland, that you have to often think when I'm out is it fair to say you on the water on a nice were born to canoe? pull together on crisp winters afternoon Have the skills come how lucky I am to be naturally to you? the right moment doing what I'm doing. DF - I'm not sure LP - I am totally they did come particularly with the right privileged to have naturally to me. I'm grown up by the sea. perhaps more of a hard people around I could never imagine worker than a born an upbringing without it natural. It was great when you exactly as you and of course it moulded my brother and I first got what I have eventually interested in canoeing to planned for it to ended up doing. It's just be able to have our father happen another play ground out take us to canoe rivers. there, but one which is ever changing and to be very much respected. How important are Red Sky in Fishing, surfing, sailing etc. And we have some supporting you? amazing waters here in Scotland, full of colour DF - Red Sky have been great at supporting and life. It's great to look back at the land from me. They've helped me to build some really the sea, a unique perspective that never is dull. meaningful relationships with sponsors. They help me to manage the many demands on my It’s no secret that Rio De Janeiro is one time and energy outside of training too, which of the most beautiful cities in the world, makes a huge difference. how will you adapt to the climate change LP - Very much so. They take care of a lot as it’s a far cry from the UK conditions? of programme management so I can concentrate DF - It's been really tough dealing with the on the sport. They are a good bunch and heat out there on training camps so far. I've been ultimately the partnership benefits the medal getting into the water before sessions and sitting success. It would be a worse place without them! in the water in between runs in training to try to cool down. It's a real added challenge to training. Thankfully it will be more pleasant by the time the games comes around as it'll be winter in Rio then. LP - I've been travelling to a lot of hot countries on the tour for years, and as a Scotsman it's not the most comfortable sometimes! Eventually you do get used to it and so does your skin. Time is really the only thing that acclimatises you. My see through skin has become less like a new born fish.

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When you’re not training what do you get up to? DF - The training is pretty demanding and the travelling is full on too, so I like spending time with my family when I get a chance. In Brazil, I've been spending my free time trying to learn portuguese, which has been a good challenge. LP - Not training doesn't happen often. But all sorts. I love to get home to Scotland and get in the water surfing. As long as I'm in the water im happy. What motivates you to keep going? DF - I've always been very driven to try to excel at things. I'm still racing well and loving canoeing, so motivation isn't really a struggle at all. LP - The endless search for speed. The boat will never be fast enough and I love the challenge. Have I made the boat go faster today... Go go go! What would you like to wear? Sports watch or classic? DF - Haha, I usually wear a digital stopwatch for training and racing. I'd love a good classic watch though for when I'm off water! LP - Depends! I like a wee classic for sure. But spend my life doing sport! I currently wear a more classic watch at the moment.

Finally we wish Luke and David both the best of luck for RIO 2016! Go Team GB!

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What does the 6 month prep before the Olympic games look like for you both? DF - Busy. Very busy. I'm training in Rio for about two weeks of every month. And that's on top of spending time away from home in Europe for other competitions. With every venue being pretty different it's well worth spending as much time on the white water course in Rio as possible though. I should be as well prepared as I can be come August. LP - Very methodically planned and busy. We have so much equipment to finally choose before the big day comes. We have been developing our boat for 4 years and the final 6 months is decision making time. With all the time spent in the Olympic waters to make the most

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100 YEARS: THE MOVIE YOU WILL NEVER SEE Louis XIII announces «100 Years: The Movie You Will Never See», an original film to be released in 2115, coming to London.

ondon, February 1, 2016 – A safe containing a priceless film that will not be seen for 100 years touched down in London under high-level security as part of its world tour. Produced by LOUIS XIII Cognac, one of the most luxurious spirits in the world, the original film, starring actor John Malkovich envisions Earth one hundred years from now and will not be released until 2115. Directed by Robert Rodriguez «100 Years: The Movie You Will Never See» was inspired by the century of careful craftsmanship and patience it takes to create each decanter of LOUIS XIII Cognac. Indeed, each decanter takes four generations of cellar masters over 100 years to craft. LOUIS XIII is an intricate alchemy of up to 1200 eaux-de-vie, the youngest of which is at least 40 years old. To ensure that «100 Years» remains secure until its official premiere on November 18, 2115, one century from now, the film was placed in a state-of-the-art safe, which will open

automatically in 100 years when the timing is complete. One thousand guests from around the world received an exclusive invitation to give to their descendants to attend the premiere of «100 Years», on November 18, 2115, at the House of LOUIS XIII in Cognac, France. On 2nd February in London guests were invited to celebrate «100 Years» at a 11-13 Walker’s Court, Soho, where they saw an exciting preview of one of the three film’s teasers, experienced a glass of LOUIS XIII, and witnessed an exclusive interview with Ludovic du Plessis, Global Executive Director of LOUIS XIII, hosted by celebrated film critic and renowned journalist, Jason Solomons. «The Movie You Will Never See» "LOUIS XIII is a true testament to the mastery of time, and we sought to create a proactive piece of art that explores the dynamic relationship of the past, the present, and the future," said Ludovic du Plessis, Global

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Executive Director for LOUIS XIII Cognac. “Four generations of LOUIS XIII cellar masters put a lifetime of passion into a bottle of LOUIS XIII, yet they will never taste the resulting masterpiece.” We are thrilled that this talented actor and creative filmmaker were inspired to join us on this artistic endeavor.” A French art de vivre enthusiast and thought-provoking virtuoso, John Malkovich developed an original screenplay for «100 Years». Styled by costume designer Nina Proctor, Shuya Chang was cast as his on- screen partner, and the two journey through an unknown future achieved by innovative set design and extensive CGI effects. "When I was first approached I really loved the idea... I mean, in a way I wish all the films I made wouldn't have been seen for a hundred years. I don't know how much that would change the way they are regarded...” said John Malkovich.

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The incredible legacy of craftsmanship that robots have taken control of goes into one decanter of LOUIS XIII, and the the Earth and humans have to fact that its creators will never experience the run to escape. They engage results of their work, led the creative direction viewers to question which vision is closest to of the film «100 Years», which explores the tomorrow’s reality. In addition, a short trailer will fascinating concept of what the future may look provide a brief glimpse into the making of and like in one hundred years. Just as each cellar content from the completed «100 Years». master dedicates his life to creating a masterpiece The film «100 Years» was placed in a safe that he will never experience, the cast and crew created in partnership with Fichet-Bauche, a of «100 Years» will never distinguished French see the final cut of the brand, established in ne thousand guests 1825, today owned film. by Gunnebo Group, from around the 2115: An Unknown a worldwide leader Future in security products, world received an While this groundservices and solutions. exclusive invitation breaking film will not be The custom made safe released in full until 2115, is a marvel of design, to give to their three teasers have been featuring bulletproof glass produced that explore and a revolutionary timer descendants to hypothetical visions of that records the time and what Earth might be like attend the premiere date and counts down in one hundred years. one hundred years. Upon Each teaser begins with the closing of the safe, the of ears on the same dialogue and door will not open until ovember incorporates the actors, the one hundred year but each presents a countdown is complete different future. One imagines the Earth one on November 18, 2115. The first luxury safe hundred years from now overtaken by nature. box in the world that cannot be opened with a In 2115, Earth has been devastated by chemical code or a key, the safe will open automatically warfare, and nature has taken over. Another regardless of access to a power source, further imagines a dark world ruled by technology, after guaranteeing that there is no way that the film can extraterrestrial exploration when Earth became be accessed before 2115. ultra-urbanized and technologically advanced. «100 Years» was celebrated on November And the third teaser imagines that humanoid 18 2015, with an exclusive preview of the film’s trailer at the Sheats Goldstein Mansion in Los Angeles. During the invitation only event, John Malkovich, with LOUIS XIII, ceremoniously placed the film reel into the custom safe and set the timer for the official premiere on November 18, 2115. This safe will be transported around the world

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under high-level security for an international tour that began in Hong Kong on December 11 2015, before it reaches its final destination at the House of LOUIS XIII in Cognac. When the safe is finally unlocked in one hundred years, guests will be welcomed – including the future cellar master, and a descendant of each guest who received a ticket to the film’s preview in 2015 – to an exclusive premiere at the Domaine du Grollet in Cognac, France, on November 18, 2115. While «100 Years» truly is «The Movie You Will Never See», the exclusive trailer and three teasers are now live on WWW.LOUISXIIICOGNAC.COM.

MOVIE CREDIT Director: Robert Rodriguez 1st assistant director: Brian Bettwy Director of photography: Claudio Miranda ROLE Hero: John Malkovich Hero Girl: Shuya Chang Bad guy: Marko Zaror PRODUCTION Agency producer for Fred & Farid Group: Karim Naceur Production company: Moonwalk Films Executive producer: Gaspard Chevance EDIT Editors: Robert Rodriguez & Rémy Rodriguez ART DEPARTMENT Prod. Designer: Steve Joyner VANITIES Costume Designer: Nina Proctor Make-up Artist: Trefor Proud VFX VFX Company: Mikros Image SOUND Sound Production: Kouz Production Sound Supervisor: Leo Copet

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GAZPACHO Michelin-starred chef Martin Wishart has been creating award-winning dishes in his famous restaurants across Scotland. Find out how to create this refreshing summer dish with delicious seasonal ingredients.

s the nights are getting longer, why not dine al fresco in style with this refreshing cold Spanish Gazpacho soup, it’s incredibly easy to make and makes the perfect summer evening starter. GAZPACHO Serves 4 For the soup 2 large peeled red peppers cut in half and seeded 1 large peeled yellow pepper cut in half and seeded 6 ripe tomatoes 1 celery stalk peeled ½ Bulb of fennel ½ peeled cucumber 5 basil leaves Juice of ½ an orange 20g caster sugar 50ml white wine vinegar Splash Worcester sauce 3 drops of Tabasco 40ml virgin olive oil 250ml good quality fresh tomato juice Salt and white ground pepper

For the Shallot cream 400g peeled shallots 100g unsalted butter 50ml water For the Tomato and shallot croutons 6 slices of French baguettes Extra virgin olive oil Tomato quarters (reserved from gazpacho) Lemon juice Salt and pepper Directions for the soup Cut the cucumber in half and remove seeds. Sprinkle with a little salt leave for 10 minutes then wash under cold water. Cut the fennel in half and remove the core at the bottom Blanche and skin the tomatoes in boiling water and cut into quarters, remove and discard the seeds. Set aside 12 pieces for the croutons. In a pan of salted boiling water cook the peppers, celery and fennel until tender, strain and cool on a wine rack. In a small sauce pan boil the sugar and vinegar together until it starts to turn into a light golden colour. This is called a ‘gastrique’ and will

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help develop all the flavour in the gazpacho When the vegetables are cold place all the remaining ingredients excluding the olive oil and the ‘gastrique’ in a liquidizer and blend until smooth. When smooth, pour in the olive oil season with salt and pepper then add a little gastrique at a time tasting as you go until you are satisfied. Transfer to the fridge, before serving. Directions for the Shallot cream Roughly chop the shallots & sweat in the butter without colouring for 5minutes. Add the water and cover with greaseproof paper and cook for a further 20 minutes on a low heat until soft. Transfer the contents of the pan into a liquidizer and puree until smooth. Adjust the seasoning with salt if required. Directions for Tomato and shallot croutons Brush the slices of baguettes with olive oil and bake in the oven until golden brown Cut the tomato into a small dice season with a little salt, lemon juice and add 3-4 tablespoon of the cold shallot cream Mix together and spoon onto the croutons, serve with a chilled bowl of gazpacho.

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GROOMING

MALE GROOMING Male grooming has now become the norm, and about time too. Here is our handpicked selection of male grooming products to help you maintain, preen and perfect your look to be the most handsome version of you.

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Bleu de Chanel

The beard is out and preened fresh faces are back, don’t believe us? This seasons models brought back the boyish barefaced look. We’ve heard women don’t like the beard either so after a dose of Bleu de Chanel we’re guessing they will be flocking #thechaneleffect

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Kiehls body Fuel Wash

This invigorating formula combines the power of a body wash and shampoo in one, it gently removes excess oil, sweat and impurities. It’s fresh scent leaves you feeling refreshed and awakened. Our favorite part? It is actually formulated with Caffeine, Vitamin C, Zinc and Menthol, so no need for your morning espresso and vitamins…

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Czech & Speake Shave Set

Named for its distinctive zebra like pattern, this stylish duo not only look good on the shelf but make shaving easy, whilst keeping the natural charm of an old school shaving kit.

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Blind Barber Facial Cleanser

So we’ve all heard of Mothers Ruin being a known for its healing properties, but Blind Barner have taken this a step further and created the refreshing Wild Watermint Gin Facial Cleanser. This cleanser is specially formulated with juniper berries, the ingredient responsible for gin's sharp flavour. It removes dirt and oil to successfully prevent postshave breakouts and leaves skin feeling cool and fresh. Gentle yet powerful, slap it on morning and night for great results.

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Elemis The Under- Eye Patches

A mask for under your eyes? As ridiculous as this may sound you will thank us when you turn up to that ‘seal the deal’ meeting not looking as if you’ve been up all night. So if you didn’t hit the pillow til 4am they’ll never know.

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RISE OF THE MACHINES Luxury SUV sales are exploding and Jaguar hopes its first ever 4x4 will catapult it into the big league. Words by Chris Chilton.

hat do Bentley, Lamborghini, Jaguar, Maserati, Aston Martin and Rolls Royce have in common, besides a back catalogue stuffed full of desirable sports and luxury cars? Each is planning, or has recently launched, a four-wheel drive SUV. The market for road-biased off-roaders has exploded in recent years, first in the mass market, and more recently, in the luxury sector. SUVs now account for half of all sales in the luxury car arena, and that number is growing every year. It’s a trend no car manufacturer can afford to ignore,

certainly not Jaguar, whose traditional lineup of saloons and sports cars generated only 84,000 sales last year. By contrast, sister company Land Rover’s suite of fashionable SUVs pulled in over 400,000 buyers. Called the F-Pace, and priced from £34,170, Jaguar’s latest model and first offroader is technically a ‘crossover’ rather than a classic SUV. Crossovers are more car-biased than traditional off-roaders like the Range Rover. They still feature a high-set driving position, and most offer the security of four-wheel drive, but

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there’s a definite slant towards car-like handling, and less emphasis on box-shaped practicality and ultimate off-road ability. Jaguar’s design team still had a big job on its hands adapting the surfacing and proportions of its voluptuous F-type sports car to suit a large four-seat family holdall. But the result is a machine that looks lithe and agile, cleverly disguising its generous interior space and huge luggage capacity. Crucially, it still looks like a Jaguar. Beneath its handsome skin, the F-Pace shares key chassis and running gear components

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with the recently introduced XE and XF saloons. Up to eight devices can be connected The structure is almost entirely aluminium, which to the on-board Wi-Fi hotspot, and helps the F-Pace weigh as much as 500kg less for the full digital experience there’s than a conventional the option of SUV, a factor that’s as replacing the aguar might be important when it comes conventional to delivering car-like analogue new to s but handling as it is to ensuring instruments low CO2 numbers. The with a fullit s been able to combination of double width TFT screen that wishbone suspension at can be configured to draw on and the front and a multi-link display virtual instruments rear axle is what you’d or a giant navigation map. over s almost expect to find on a sports To find something car, and the entry-level years of experience equally futuristic under F-Pace actually delivers the bonnet you’ll need power exclusively to the to wait for 2018 when making cars rear wheels. the plug-in hybrid version For an additional £1940 the F-Pace gains arrives. Not that the current engine lineup isn’t four-wheel drive, but just like all-wheel drive impressive. Buyers with a keen eye on costs are versions of the F-type two-seater, the F-Pace’s best served by the 2.0 180ps (178bhp) diesel’s four-wheel drive system sends power to the rear ability to deliver 57.6mpg, while those after more wheels only in normal driving to deliver a proper performance can opt for a supercharged V6 Jaguar feel to the handling. When conditions demand it though, up to 50 per cent of power can be shifted to the front axle. Jaguar knows that the majority of F-Pace buyers are as unlikely to stray from the Tarmac and test the car’s off-road mettle as they are to test the 500m depth rating of the Tudor Pelagos they might be wearing on their wrist. But those same customers like to know they have the option, so the F-Pace needed to have some SUV credibility. Jaguar might be new to SUVs but it’s been able to draw on Land Rover’s almost 70 years of experience making cars go where common sense says they shouldn’t. Key to the F-Pace’s offroad ability is Adaptive Surface Response, Jaguar’s answer to the Terrain Response system fitted to cars like the Range Rover. The difference here is that in the F-Pace a computer takes the hard work of guessing which setting will work best for the ground underfoot. That’s backed up by AllSurface Progress Control, effectively an off-road cruise control system that can be set to maintain a speed of 1-19mph both up and down hills. All you have to do is steer. There’s more clever technology inside, where you’ll find either an 8-inch touchscreen or a 10.2-inch ‘pro’ version in the centre console.

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petrol that can reach 60mph in 5.1sec, making it faster than Jaguar’s own F-type. Combining the best of both worlds, the 3.0 V6 diesel is the pick of the range, reaching 60mph in 5.8sec, yet also managing 47.1mpg. Whether you choose the £34,170 entrylevel diesel or the full-loaded limited-run First Edition V6 at almost double that, you might be in for a long wait. The luxury SUV market is so buoyant and the F-Pace so well judged that Jaguar can’t produce them fast enough. The company that built its reputation on sports cars is building its business on the back of an SUV.

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GADGET MAN You don’t have to be a tech Geek to appreciate a good gadget. Here are our top picks of what the gadget world has to offer, from robots to super watches. It’s a #manthing

HUBLOT MECA-10

A watch whose mechanism is inspired by Meccano – why hasn’t anyone thought of this before? The relationship between the construction toy’s struts, bolts and panels and horology’s bridges, screws and mainplates is a no-brainer, not to mention tremendous fun. Most brands’ reverence for their own heritage would forbid them from something so frivolous, but Hublot has ploughed its furrow as a future-forward experimentalist, and its high-tech aesthetic lends the perfect playground. The result is actually one of the brand’s most coherent blend of “chassis” and “engine”, the iconic titanium Big Bang case framing a highly architectural 10-day-power-reserve movement, matte-coated in PVD. 65286 | £16,600

GOPRO HERO4 SESSION As far as action photography goes the Go Pro Hero 4 is the daddy. This model was a huge leap forward, being the first edition to have a built-in touchscreen display. You get time-lapse photography, burst, ultra wide-angle shots and new settings for taking photos in low light. This model comes equipped with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi and it also works with the GoPro app for your phone so you can access the footage anywhere and send on the go. So whether you're planning on jumping out of an airplane at 1000k feet or you're capturing your sons first water flume ride, the go pro provides quality action video footage that you'll be proud of.

JBL SPLASHPROOF PORTABLE SPEAKER JBL Xtreme is the ultimate portable Bluetooth speaker that effortlessly delivers earth-shaking, powerful stereo sound by incorporating four active transducers and two visible JBL Bass Radiators. Packing a massive rechargeable 10,000mAh Li-ion battery that supports up to 15 hours of playtime, this speaker easily keeps your music going for as long as you need it to. Indoors or outdoors, poolside party or barbecue – with its splash-proof fabric design makes it not only waterproof but it comes with a strap that you can attach to either end to carry easily making it easy to port about unless you fancied the old Will Smith stereo on shoulder look? Circa 1999? No? Stick to JBL tried & tested music master and you won't go wrong.

BELL & ROSS BR-X1 HYPERSTELLAR The contemporary military stylings of Bell & Ross takes a conceptual route this year, exploring land, sea and air with a newfound, complicated approach to case construction. The Hyperstellar, as its name suggests, is all about air… and then not so much air, being designed for astronauts. It's not just about the NASA colourscheme however – its lightweight square 45mm case is protected from impacts during missions by a peripheral protective shell of micro-blasted grade-5 titanium and rubber, while the bezel’s protective insert is blue-anodised aluminium. A rubber grip function has also been integrated into the chrono’ pushers to ensure better handling, even when wearing gloves. 65382 | £14,000

PARMIGIANI PF-BUGATTI TYPE 390 Unlike so many other car-watch tie-ins, Parmigiani’s Bugatti watches really do go to similar lengths as the cars that inspire them, in terms of extreme engineering as well as outrageous design. The latest watch itself is still a concept, but the movement was unveiled in all its mind-boggling complexity during the Geneva Motor Show in March, and it’s easy to see how Chiron, the Veyron’s new successor has pushed the Parmigiani boffins even further. It manages to combine the tubular transverse arrangement of the original Veyron-esque Type 370 from 2004 with the dual-plane orientation of 2009’s Super Sport movement, adding a flying tourbillon into the mix for good measure. A 1,500bhp, quad-turbo W16 engine for the wrist. 65381 | £POA

SEGWAY ROBOT Remember they said we'd all have robots in the future? OK so now it's actually happening! Not set to be released until Q3 2016 Segway Technology looks exciting. A Segway that sees the world and a robot that gives you a ride. Segway Robots 3d sight means that not only can your robot nagivate, track and follow, its android & intel technology allows you to develop new applications and its 'talk to me' feature allows it to communicate via voice commands. It can connect to other smart hardware and allow you to monitor your home and other devices. So now the power is in your hands tech geeks rejoice, now...can it fetch beer?

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TREATS FOR HIM Treat yourself right, we all deserve the finer things in life. You work hard for it, so here's our guide to some manly must haves.

Neil Barrett Studded Leather Backpack

TW Steel Canteen Watch 63452 | £399

ROX Leather Friendship Bracelet 64285 | £40

Gc Retro Class Watch 64977 | £325

Hugo Boss Supernova Watch 64788 | £375

ROX Classic Cufflinks 63855 | £95

Bamford Grooming Department Stainless Steel Travel Manicure Kit

Emporio Armani Watch 63792 | £339

Gucci Horsebit Leather Bracelet 64568 | £185

Adidas @ Cruise Originals Tubular Doom Trainers

SevenFriday V-Series Watch 64311 | £895

Alexander McQueen Printed Bifold Leather Wallet

Eyevan 7285 Square-Frame Tortoiseshell Sunglasses

Gucci G-Timeless Watch 64548 | £670

ROX Classic Cufflinks 63863 | £85

Raymond Weil Freelancer Watch 63316 | £1,395

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GIFTS FOR HER Needing some inspiration? We have pulled together our top picks for gifts this season. Whether it is a birthday, anniversary, or simply a treat, surprise them with a gift from ROX.

ROX Diamond 'XOXO' Pendant 0.12cts 63984 | £395

Westward Leaning Pioneer 24 Cat-eye Sunglasses

Michael Kors Ritz Watch 64992 | £259

ROX Diamond Bar Ring 0.18cts 64188 | £695

ROX Yellow Gold Love Bracelet 64168 | £195

Vivienne Westwood White Orb II Watch 65398 | £170

Miss ROX Diamond Earrings 0.05cts 62577 | £145

Dolce and Gabbana @ Cruise Carretto Leather Passport Cover

ROX Bamboo Bar Necklace 64616 | £60

ROX Silver Mini Heart Charm Bracelet 60378 | £45

Chloé Faye Shoulder Bag

Emporio Armani Watch 65223 | £299

Dolce and Gabbana @ Cruise Lemon Print Scarf

ROX Diamond Bar Pendant 0.15cts 63732 | £425

Marc Jacobs Baker Watch 63851 | £185

ROX Luxe Champaca Rhum Candle 62238 | £35

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GUESTLIST We've celebrated Capital FM's One To Watch competition final in partnership with Raymond Weil. We hosted our inaugural ROX Haute Horlogerie Dinner. We even uncovered the Beauty Behind the Madness with Dr Esho & friends, followed by an evening of adventure with Bremont. It wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a ROX party without the celebration of a music icon and we did just that with our Linn Lounge David Bowie evening. We hope to see you at the next one.

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HOW TO SHOP

HOW TO SHOP Every piece you see in this magazine is coded to make it easy for you to shop - just search the five digit number at rox.co.uk. Alternatively you can shop instore - all the details you need are below.

Argyll Arcade / 0141 221 0550

GLASGOW

Assembly Rooms / 0131 541 2209

EDINBURGH

ABERDEEN Union Square / 01224 587 275

Immerse yourself in a truly decadent shopping experience at Glasgow's historic Argyll Arcade. Also at Braehead Shopping Centre.

Located within the iconic Assembly Rooms on George Street, Edinburgh’s most luxurious shopping destination.

Since opening in Union Square in autumn 2009, ROX has quickly established a reputation as Aberdeen’s most stylish jeweller.

LEEDS Trinity Leeds / 0113 887 9213

NEWCASTLE Monument Mall / 0191 300 9470

SHOP ONLINE ANYTIME rox.co.uk

Relax in the heart of the City Centre at Trinity Leeds, the newest and most stylish shopping destination in Leeds.

Situated at Monument Mall, our Laurent-Perrier Champagne Bar upstairs is Newcastle’s little known hidden gem.

Where closing time never comes – at rox.co.uk our doors are always open. Shop weekly for new arrivals.

/ROXJewellery The materials in this publication may not be reproduced in any format without permission. Please email requests for permission to pr@rox.co.uk. Unsolicited manuscripts will not be accepted. Editorial material and opinions expressed in the ROX Magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of ROX (UK) Ltd. ROX (UK) Ltd do not accept the responsibility for the advertising content. Jewellery shown may not be actual size and/or set to scale. Carat weights shown are approximate and may vary

in-store. When buying online, please check our website for full terms and conditions. The contents of this magazine were correct at the time of going to print (April 2016). ROX and the brand owners featured reserve the right to change prices and specifications without notice. For more information about ROX, or to request a brochure, please call our Customer Services team on Freephone 0800 0124 363. © Copyright ROX (UK) LTD 2016

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