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Features

WORK

16 ONE VISION

96 LOCKING HORNS

As his new store opens in Sloane Street, RICHARD BROWN profiles the seemingly unstoppable Tom Ford

It’s time financial organisations rethink their people skills, argues ANDY ROSENBAUM

22 TRENDWATCH

TRAVEL

As seasons change, so must wardrobes – here are Autumn’s biggest trends

31 BELLE OF THE BALL STEPHEN DOIG champions the ballgown, looking back at the way its transformation over history, and showcasing the designers crafting its future

104 BUSINESS DESTINATION: SINGAPORE AIMEE LATIMER travels to Singapore in search of the best places for entertaining clients and doing business

110 PARADISE FOUND

36 HAUTE HOROLOGY

A tropical haven in the heart of the Indian Ocean, JENNY BARRETT finds out why Mauritius never fails to enchant

RICHARD BROWN reports on fashion’s latest trend: collaborating with Swiss-craftsmanship to create some seriously special timepieces

114 CITY BREAK: BARCELONA

COLLECTION

ELLE BLAKEMAN hits Barcelona, an ideal weekend getaway in which to soak up culture, food and architecture

46 FEWER, BIGGER, BETTER Francois-Henry Bennahmias speaks to ANNABEL HARRISON about his first year in the role of CEO of Audemars Piguet

REGULARS 14

EDITOR’S LETTER

101 business traveller

LIFESTYLE

109 destination

watches & jewellery the knowledge: hIM

60 BLOSSOM & BLOOM

the knowledge: hER

120 DIRECTORY

Elegance gets a modern update in our fashion shoot, with beautiful gowns and seasonal style

92 business digest

116 food & drink news 123 PROPERTY

74 FROM CATWALK TO COLOUR AIMEE LATIMER explores why we can’t resist the allure of fashion’s beauty collections

MOTORING 82 THE LONE RANGER RICHARD YARROW tests the Range Rover on Morocco’s sand dunes

88 BREATHTAKING Finally, a supercar with space? MATTHEW CARTER takes the new Audi RS6 Avant for a very surprising test drive

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Stephen Doig is an award-winning journalist who has written about style, travel and trends for Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, The Telegraph and Mr Porter, interviewing the likes of Valentino, Manolo Blahnik and Daphne Guinness along the way. This month, he writes about the return of classic tailoring and the popularity of luxury men’s accessories.

Matilda Temperley is known for her stylised portraiture of marginalised societies. She divides her time between commissions and her personal work and this month journeys to the enchanting Flete Estate in Devon for our fashion shoot.

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Former editor of both Autocar and Classic and Sports Car, Matthew Carter has been a motoring journalist for longer than he cares to admit. He currently owns three cars: a city-friendly VW up!, and two classic Alfas – a 1960 Giulietta Sprint Veloce and a brutal SZ. He has been Canary Wharf’s motoring editor since the beginning.

Richard is a motoring journalist writing about cars and the car industry for the last 15 years. A former associate editor of Auto Express, he contributes to numerous titles including national newspapers, consumer and lifestyle publications, and the automotive business press. He is also editor of the AA’s customer magazine.

Andrew Rosenbaum is a financial journalist who also writes about food and wine. For the past 15 years he has lived and worked around Europe, covering international economics, banking, corporate finance, along with the best restaurants, recipes and vintages. He writes for the Wall Street Journal, the Sunday Telegraph and MSN Money.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

As London Fashion Week hits the capital, and August gives way to September, this seasonal shift in weather and wardrobes sees us looking forward to autumn and a change in style and pace. The holiday season is almost over, schools are going back and it’s time to put your shorts and summer dresses towards the back of the closet and make way for something altogether sharper and smarter. Putting his best food forward and leading this season’s style revolution is the inimitable Tom Ford, whose just-opened flagship store on Sloane Street is his first in the UK, and signifies his ongoing commitment to the British fashion scene. We profile the extraordinary career of the man who turned around the fortunes of Gucci and YSL, before launching his own, incredibly successful, label on p. 16. As Tom Ford himself knows only too well, in any industry you need to adapt to survive, which is perhaps why we have seen a recent increase in fashion brands launching new products into the worlds of make-up, perfume and mechanical watches. A phenomenon which means brands such as Dior, Chanel, Burberry, Ralph Lauren and Hermès are renowned these days just as much for their cult cosmetics (p. 74) or Swiss-made timepieces (p. 36), as the cut of their cloth. Elsewhere this month, we take a historical walk back in time through the history of the ballgown (p. 31); showcase the most exciting new trends from the catwalk for this season (p. 22); get inspired by soft sillhouettes and pretty prints in our fashion shoot (p. 60); road-test the new, breathtakingly fast, Audi RS6 Avant, and meet the CEO of revered watch brand Audemars Piguet (p. 46). Enjoy...

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VISION In the nineties, he killed grunge and brought sexy back. In the noughties, he helped herald fashionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current celebrity obsession. Now, having just opened his first London store, Tom Ford has world domination in his sights. Prepare for the arrival of Planet Ford... WORDS: RICHARD BROWN

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et’s play a game. Imagine you’re in a position to buy one of the following brands: Prada, Chanel, Hermès, Burberry, Fendi or Louis Vuitton. Personal fashion preferences aside, which would you pick? If it was the last on the list, then congratulations, you’ve just inherited the most valuable luxury brand on the planet, earning yourself around £14.5 billion in the process. According to a recent report published by advertising behemoth WPP, after Louis Vuitton, Hermès would have provided the next best return on investment, followed by Prada, followed by Chanel, followed by Burberry. Include Tom Ford on the list and ask the brand’s namesake to rank where the fashion houses will appear a decade from now, and expect the Americanborn designer-come-director to position himself near the top of the class. “If not number one, then number two,” he said, in April of this year. “I could and will, certainly within the next ten years, if not sooner. But I think that there are very few people in the world that could.” Recent years would certainly support Ford’s claim of being one of the few. The opening of his flagship store in Sloane Street in July, which, alongside Ford’s shoes and clothing lines, hosts his fragrance and cosmetics collections, is the latest realisation in a career that has seen him dress everyone from Emma Stone to Elle MacPherson, including Hollywood’s Brad and Angelina, hip-hop’s Beyoncé and Jay Z and America’s First Lady, Michelle Obama, along the way. Donald Draper, James Bond and Wolverine have all graced the red carpet in his creations, so too, more recently, has Superman. All this in the space of six years. Magic? A miracle? A ruse? More magnetism, determinism and charm, according to anyone who has ever met the man behind the brand. Then, of course, there’s that other word too. The one that transformed Ford from fashion upstart to design tycoon, the moniker for what is considered one of fashion’s most celebrated success stories: Gucci. In the sixties and seventies, the brand had been at its zenith, worn by the likes of Hepburn, Kelly, and Onassis. By the time 29-year-old Ford arrived as chief women’s ready-to-wear designer in 1990, the brand hovered close to bankruptcy, no longer viewed as tasteful and chic, but tawdry and cheap. At the turn of the millennium, the words synonymous with the Italian fashion house couldn’t have been more different – daring and slick, intrepid

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and provocative, sex and celebrity. The little-known designer, born in Texas and raised in New Mexico, had progressed through the ranks to sit in charge not just of clothing, but of shoes, fragrances, image and advertising too. Ford went as far as styling the Gucci boutiques themselves, even designing the shopping bags you walked away from them with. “Think about the culture of sleek, sexy excess of the nineties and Gucci clothes come to mind,” says Graydon Carter, editor of Vanity Fair US, in the introduction to the book Tom Ford: Ten Years (Thames & Hudson), which he authored with Women’s Wear Daily’s Bridget Foley. “Necklines that could hardly get lower, heels that couldn’t get any higher… No designer of our time has done over-the-top glamour so boldly and brazenly.” Grunge was done. Fabulous was in. Sexy and Gucci were back on the map. Between 1995 and 1996, the company’s sales increased by 90 per cent. In 1999, the brand was valued at around £2.7 billion. When Ford left in 2004, that figure had risen to more than £6 billion. “Tom Ford, I realised, was the Flaubert of fashion,” writes Anna Wintour, editor of U.S Vogue, in the foreword to the same book. “And just as Flaubert knew Madame Bovary, so Tom Ford knew the woman for whom he was designing: sexy, confident, and often flirtatiously androgynous. This was a creature of his own invention and one, it became clear, that many of us longed to be.”

Ford’s other invention, Wintour goes on to say, was to create his own persona as the glamorous figurehead of the Gucci Group. “He understood instinctively that to give public prominence to the visionary behind a brand is to animate the connection between the brand and the woman who buys the clothes. He was the celebrity designer par excellence.” In 1999, the Gucci Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and Ford quickly became the label’s overall creative director, displacing Saint Laurent himself in doing so. Using his tactics at Gucci as a bleupirnt for success, Ford reversed the fortunes of YSL, employing sex and image, and advertising campaigns featuring full frontal nudity to shock and provoke and ultimately catapult the brand back into business. It’s now 2013 and the 51-year-old boasts an empire of 81 freestanding stores stretching from Beverly Hills to Beijing. It is, perhaps, a surprise that it’s taken so long for Ford to establish a flagship in London. In recent years, the American has become a veritable Anglophile, relocating his business HQ to a glossy suite of offices in Victoria and setting up home here. The designer has brought his men’s and womenswear collections to London for the last two seasons, with this year’s London fashion show representing his first full-scale catwalk display. He’d previously preferred to show his collections within small private presentations, allowing no photos to be taken. The reason, he said, is

Donald Draper, James Bond and Wolverine have all graced the red carpet in his creations, so too, more recently, has Superman

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“that the customer is bored of those clothes by the time they get to the store,” he once told Bridget Foley. London seems a natural choice for Ford’s slick, impeccably tailored menswear; his focus on precision cuts, handsome detailing and an old fashioned attention to cloth, proportion and timeless silhouettes takes its inspiration from Savile Row. It stands, then, only to reason that Ford would want to cater to the stealth wealth gentlemen of the capital. “Our British customers are among the most discerning and stylish in the world,” he said, at the launch of the Knightsbridge store. “I love the people, the humour, the manners, the irreverence, the wackiness, the fashion fearlessness. People take style risks here; there is a culture for that. Men don’t wear fashion anymore except in Italy and London. Americans have lost that. It’s all about being comfortable and I just don’t understand that at all.” It seems his legions of admirers don’t either. Earlier we played a game but omitted a card. Gucci was left off the list. Had they been included and it was in them that you chose to invest, you would have inherited the third most valuable luxury brand in the world today. A brand that 25 years ago was all but dead, a fashion house raised from the ashes, if not wholly, then largely, by the creative vision of one man. The growth curve at Gucci remains unlike anything seen in fashion. Some describe it as the industry’s most audacious success story, ever. Think about it like that, and ten years from now, I’ll put my money on Ford. D tomford.com

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“Men don’t wear fashion anymore except in Italy and London. Americans have lost that. It’s all about being comfortable and I just don’t understand that at all”

A/W 13 Collection, Burberry Prorsum, uk.burberry.com

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Cardigan Sebra, £479, ESCADA SPORT, 020 7245 9800, escada.com

Blazer Bisseh, £800, ESCADA, 020 7245 9800, escada.com

A/W 2013 Collection, Tiger of Sweden, tigerofsweden.com

Mastering Monochrome

Carter Striped Jersey Dress, £129, Reiss, Cabot Place, reiss.com

This season’s clever contrasts from fashion’s forerunners

A/W 2013 Collection, Marc Cain, marc-cain.com

Here’s a trend you don’t have to be particularly daring to don. Flattering and classic, yet eye-catching when worn well, monochrome featured big for A/W 2013, with Burberry Prorsum, Valentino, Tiger of Sweden and Escada all putting their own spin on the fashion-favourite look. Some houses offered a rather outrageous take, by pairing spots with stripes, while others simply allowed the block colour contrast to turn heads. A versatile trend, monochrome allows you to team your black and white wardrobe staples with a few new season top picks. Be it gorgeous geometric shorts from Reiss, or the striped animal-print offerings from Burberry Prorsum, don’t be without a contrast this autumn. If you like the idea but don’t want to totally shun colour, incorporate a bright clutch or red lips for your own interpretation of the season’s most flattering trend.

A/W 13 Collection, Marc Cain, marc-cain.com

Mink Detail Kitten Wedges, £650, Burberry Prorsum, uk.burberry.com

A/W 2013 Collection, Valentino, valentino.com

Striped Animal Print Calfskin Bag, £1,350, Burberry Prorsum, uk.burberry.com

Geo Print Silk Shorts, £95, Reiss, Cabot Place, reiss.com

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Brit Leather Jacket from the Rhythm capsule collection, £1,295, Burberry Brit, uk.burberry.com

Aleen Jacket, £199, Tiger of Sweden, tigerofsweden.com

Navy Colour Blocked Skinny Leather Belt, £69, Paul Smith, paulsmith.co.uk Buck Cut-and-Sew Suede Leather Biker Jacket, £375, Reiss, Jubilee Place, reiss.com

Leather Line-up

A/W 2013 Collection, Hermès, uk.hermes.com

This season, designers are hell-bent for leather A style-staple of the past and present, leather remains firmly at the forefront this season. Featured in the menswear collections of Louis Vuitton, Massimo Dutti, Paul Smith and Tiger of Sweden, leather outerwear received a welcome update for A/W13. Ermenegildo Zegna and Louis Vuitton offered above-the-knee leather coats, while Burberry Brit and DKNY refreshed an old classic, the biker jacket. If you don’t consider yourself particularly edgy, opt for a leather jacket with discreet hardware and little fuss. To achieve masculine and effortless weekend style, pair your jacket with jeans and a tee, but during the week try something a little more formal like a leather coat to-andfrom work. Be it brown or black, long or short, this is an investment with returns, so expect to be wearing this wardrobe staple for many seasons to come. A/W 2013 Collection, DKNY, dkny.com

A/W 2013 Collection, Ermenegildo Zegna, zegna.com

Leader Leather Jacket, £670, Hackett London, Cabot Place, hackett.com

Men’s Dark Brown Leather Garrett Boots, £345, Paul Smith, paulsmith.co.uk

Black Leather Business Folio, £400, Paul Smith, paulsmith.co.uk

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A/W 13 Collection, Louis Vuitton, louisvuitton.co.uk

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A/W 13 Collection, Marc by Marc Jacobs, marcjacobs.com

Sculptural Cashmere Sweater, £1,095, Burberry Prorsum, uk.burberry.com

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Metal Plate Cashmere Caban, £1,595, Burberry Prorsum, uk.burberry.com

Neevo Pointed Court Shoe, £110, Ted Baker, Canada Place, tedbaker.com

A/W 2013 Collection, Paul Smith, paulsmith.co.uk

SCARLET FEVER

Laminated Leather Trench Coat, £2,195, Burberry Prorsum, uk.burberry.com

Red-hot must-haves from A/W13’s boldest new trend While black remains the go-to style for timeless elegance, a touch of red can create a stronger style statement and is a welcome pop of colour amid the blues and greys of this season’s more muted trends. For A/W13, Burberry Prorsum, Marc Jacobs, Valentino and Paul Smith have embraced a touch of rouge and are encouraging us to swap subtle for striking. Your first task will be determining whether you look better in warm reds with yellow undertones, or cool reds with blue undertones. For those who aren’t quite ready to adopt crimson from top to toe, why not opt for an accessory in a red-hot shade, like a Smythson leather tote or Burberry Prorsum coat. If you’re feeling particularly daring, try red-on-red and incorporate a few different shades together, to create an ultra-stylish full-length look. A/W 2013 Collection, DKNY, dkny.com

A/W 2013 Collection, Valentino, valentino.com Aima Jacket, £369, Tiger of Sweden, tigerofsweden.com

A/W 2013 Collection, Marc Cain, marc-cain.com

Eliot Collection Maxi Tote, £1,595, Smythson of Bond Street, smythson.com

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Arctic Parka in Mustard, £550, Hackett London, Cabot Place, hackett.com A/W 2013 Collection, Emporio Armani, armani.com

A/W 2013 Collection, Hermès, uk.hermes.com

A/W 2013 Collection, Paul Smith, paulsmith.co.uk

COLONEL MUSTARD This season, pick from the palette that has everyone talking This stand-out colour trend is guaranteed to lift your spirits despite the inevitable grey weather ahead. Emporio Armani, Hermès, Paul Smith and Hackett infused their A/W13 collections with saffron, citrine and rich shades of mustard, a welcome pop of colour amid the usually grey menswear sphere. Brighten things up with one of the mustard outerwear offerings from Hackett, or choose to subtly accent with the new hue. Be it a muted mustard knit from Reiss, or eye-catching trousers from Hackett, muster up the courage and find some way of incorporating the colour du jour into your winter wardrobe. For those looking to experiment with these mustard must-haves, try pairing them with rich chocolate, burnt orange or emerald green and you’ll be bang on-trend for A/W 2013.

A/W 2013 Collection, Edwin Europe, edwin-europe.com

Orion Woolly Merino Crew-Neck Sweater Yellow, £69, Reiss, Jubilee Place, reiss.com

Stretch Twill Chino Trousers in Mustard, £120, Hackett London, Cabot Place, hackett.com

Skolday, £199, Ted Baker, Canada Place, tedbaker.com

Khaki Deluxe Leather Belt, £99, Paul Smith, paulsmith.co.uk

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A/W 13 Collection, Hackett London, Cabot Place, hackett.com

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A dress code from duchesses to debutantes, the importance of a high-impact gown has enchanted women for centuries. Canary Wharf looks back over the history of the iconic gown and the designers championing its elegant future words: stephen doig

Sketch by Oscar de la Renta, Resort Collection, Spring 1969

e hink back to some of the most enduring images of British style icons. Not just Kate Moss in Glasto-chic or Alexa Chung in a 60s-something shift, but portraits and moments that endure and capture part of fashion and cultural history. There’s the Queen as a young woman, alongside Princess Margaret, captured by Cecil Beaton in flowing chanteuse silk and falling waves of taffeta, gowns sprinkled in star dust crystals by Dior and Norman Hartnell, the young royals making their debut at court. Or there’s Diana Princess of Wales, defining a new era in British royalty by cutting a rug through the White House with John Travolta in navy blue Victor Edelstein, or in what would be some of her final photographs – taken by Patrick Demarchelier for British Vogue – in floor-length tangerine. Then of course there’s the late Princess’ daughter-in-law, the Duchess of Cambridge, demure in Jenny Packham’s delicate blush-pink beadwork. As any portrait hanging in the National Portrait Gallery will attest (particularly Singer Sargent’s devastatingly chic rendering of Madame X in ravishing black velvet), the gown is what makes a style icon timeless. London’s social calendar is set to light up once more with the debut of the season’s debutantes this autumn, courtesy of the historic Queen Charlotte’s Ball which will host the event – founded in 1780 – with each of the 30 debutante’s dressed in pretty pastels and creams by Caroline Castigliano. The importance of a sumptuous ball gown to equip the 21st-century princess is something of a rite of passage. And it doesn’t have to exist purely at the upper ends of the social strata. From debutantes at court to girls at their school-leaving party and blushing brides stepping out from the dressing room that first time and taking a look at themselves in the mirror, the transformational quality of a dreamy dress is undisputed. No one ever looked at Holly Golightly in pristine black or Elizabeth Taylor in 50s full-skirted elegance and wished they had opted for a trouser suit. Jenny Packham Of course, from Cleopatra to the court of Versailles, the importance of a high impact gown has had a long, illustrious history. Victorian actress

Ellen Terry in a gown made of iridescent beetle’s wings to highlight the macabre grotesqueness of her Lady Macbeth; Marie Antoinette in clotted creams and pastels to form armour and costume; the bewitching Duchess of Windsor in severe Mainbocher, the power of which enchanted a king away from his throne. The power of a serious dress can’t be understated. ‘A woman’s dress should be like a barbed-wire fence – serving its purpose without obstructing the view,’ Sophia Loren once said. The history and pageantry of the debutante might not immediately resonate with the world at large, but it’s been a key event on the social calendar for centuries. Of course, the concept of ‘event dressing’ has been etched into fashion history since time immemorial, but it was in the 19th century that a young designer by the name of Charles Frederick Worth reinvented how we think about fashion, going on to be termed ‘the father of couture’. Worth, a British tailor, began his career as a draper before setting up shop in Paris and going on to dress queens and princesses. He was one of the first designers to put a label inside clothes, introducing the concept of ‘a label’, or a celebrity designer as we know it, to introduce couture in that the gowns he created for the court elite were custom-made for their bodies, the signature style elaborate, beaded, crystal-trimmed. The concept of ‘couture’ as we know it was formed. With the early 20th century boom in forward thinking designers – Cristóbal Balenciaga, Coco Chanel, Jeanne Lanvin, Christian Dior – it’s perhaps the latter who did the most to reignite the world’s passion for a knock-out ball gown. In post-war Paris (and in the UK), opulence and frivolity were regarded as distasteful. Austerity and a ‘make-doand-mend’ approach were the sartorial rules (even the then Princess Elizabeth famously married in a Norman Hartnell dress she bought by saving rationing coupons), but in 1947, Dior caused a veritable scandal when he debuted a collection of flowing, full-skirted dresses, with layers and layers of fabric under the skirt and a lavish disregard for frugality. It might have drawn protests and outrage, but this iconic moment in the history of the dress went on to be termed ‘the new look’. Inspired by the Belle Époque before WW1 in Paris, Dior was bringing back a sense of romance and aspiration to the way a woman dressed, something that had been unthinkable during the War. Through his buttery-yellow and frosted-ice bursts of tulle, he

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Oscar de la Renta walks the catwalk with models at his Fall Show, 1991

was allowing women to dream again, and showing how a dress can have a transformational effect. Of course, in the fashion trend merry-go-round, the classic allure of a glamorous gown has always been subject to change. The 60s saw a focus on mini-dresses, the 70s and 80s a trend towards a more androgynous style of dressing. Trends such as minimalism and grunge in the 90s saw a more streamlined, masculine, tomboyish style dominate, with designers such as Rei Kawakubo at Comme des Garçons, Helmut Lang, Miuccia Prada and Marc Jacobs setting new benchmarks and ushering in a new era of modernity (think of Stella Tennant in sleek, streamlined Helmut Lang on her wedding day – before the 90s it would surely have been a flowing ball gown ensemble). Certain designers continued to make their name creating phenomenal goddess gowns – Valentino with his pristine scarlet column gowns, Oscar de la Renta with his Upper East Side polished elegance, later Elie Saab with his high-impact ball gowns, all of them flying the flag for a classic, opulent gown in an era that favoured jeans and a T-shirt. But as the vogue for a sumptuous ball gown took a back seat on the runways, on our TV screens and in magazines it was taking a very prominent place – the age of red-carpet celebrity is perhaps one of the biggest arguments as to why the ball gown remains so alluring. As Bronwyn Cosgrave notes in her seminal fashion book, Made for Each Other: Fashion and the Academy Awards, the importance of that gown on the red carpet doesn’t just help seal an actress’s style kudos, it’s a calculated move; ‘the red carpet has been a career launch pad since the 1958 Oscars, where Elizabeth Taylor wore a Cartier tiara atop a mink-trimmed chiffon Helen Rose gown. Taylor’s ensemble was a calculated superstar’s interpretation of coronation finery… her ceremonial attire asserted her dominance as Hollywood’s ‘Queen’ and surely helped

her land big roles like Cleopatra. She helped establish the couture, diamonds and sharp coiffure dress code that remains today’. The importance of a high-impact ball gown in all its splendour is more than a pretty dress, it’s a modus operandi, a tactical move. Today, London designers have embraced the art of feminine dresses alongside the high-octane, vampish aesthetic of Milan and the elegance of Paris. In fact, its become something of our USP. With British sartorial leaders such as Kate Middleton and Samantha Cameron as their champions, designers such as Jenny Packham, Alice Temperley, Erdem, Roksanda Ilincic and Marios Schwab have redefined event dressing for a new generation – from silver iridescent sequins, courtesy of Schwab, to haute bohemian ease at Temperley. Of course, part of this new love affair with an all-out, full-skirted ‘wow’ gown is partly due to the royal wedding, with Kate Middleton’s impeccable lace Alexander McQueen confection captivating the world and bringing a hint of princess fantasy to young girls everywhere. At Canary Wharf store Les Trois Soeurs, for example, the focus remains on ‘timeless’ designers who focus on fluid gowns and event dresses – crystal-trimmed pieces by the Duchess’s favourite label Jenny Packham and jewel-toned goddess dresses from Amanda Wakeley. Our high street also boasts stores that specialise in event dresses – brands like Coast, Reiss and the new & Other Stories are a go-to for many when that special something is called for. The new nostalgia for dressing up, in making an effort, in looking formal as opposed to low-key, is due in part to shows such as Downton Abbey, Mad Men and Broadwalk Empire re-igniting our love affair with a lavish, opulent gown – would the costumes around the table in -- be so appealing if they didn’t consist of ravishing flapper dresses and headbands? The chance for a woman to play the heroine in her own movie, by way of the gown of her dreams, will never go out of style.

London designers have embraced the art of feminine dresses, alongside the vampish aesthetic of Milan and the elegance of Paris

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For several years, the biggest names in fashion have been descending on the spiritual Swiss home of watchmaking. Their aim? To manufacture serious mechanical timepieces. The result? Serious mechanical timepieces WORDS: Richard Brown

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urberry will this month launch two new watches, both with asking prices set north of nine grand. A surprise, perhaps, for those to whom Burberry has always meant tartan and trench coats, not so to those of us paid to keep a tab on the orbits of the watch world. So appealing has the recession-busting buoyancy of the industry been, that where the brand of the little black dress led, the likes of Hermès, Dior, Fendi, Ralph Lauren, among others, have all followed. Some are inventing their own materials. Some are even making their own movements. Here’s what can happen when two worlds collide.

Following handbags, scarves, glassware and perfume, the brand with the orange boxes diversified its portfolio to include proper timepieces in 2003. Created by Hermès’ legendary designer Henri d’Origny, of silk-tie fame, the Dressage paid homage to the company’s connection with equestrian sports, the pared-down lines of its case inspired by the stirrup strap-shackle of a saddle. Following several revisions, the 2012 Dressage collection came powered by Hermès’ first in-house movement, the company’s founding date giving the H1837 calibre its name. Then, less than six months ago, the firm went one further, adding a chronograph to the same watch to make the Dressage Chronograph (£6,850). With industry-leading finishes and a sapphire case back, this may have been a watch from a fashion brand, but was by no means a ‘fashion watch’.

Chanel It was, arguably, Chanel that first ventured into serious watchmaking. Following flings with the industry towards the end of the 20th century, in 2000 the brand launched the J12, a collection of mechanical black and white ceramic wristwatches designed by the then artistic director Jacques Helleu. Merging broad appeal with horological credibility, the watch achieved what many had failed to do before – unite high fashion with meaningful watchmaking. Twelve years later and the brand’s Première Flying Tourbillon (£250,000) won Ladies Watch of the Year at the 2012 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Geneve (GPHG), which, in the watch world, is like walking away with Best Actress at the Oscars. The diamond-encrusted timepiece houses a special flying tourbillon movement produced by the Audemars Piguet-owned Renaud & Papi. Well, if you’re going to collaborate in an industry that’s not your own, you might as well go in with one of that industry’s best.

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Première Flying Tourbillon, £250,000, Chanel

In 2004, Fendi presented the B Fendi, a timepiece inspired by the iconic belt-buckles of the firm’s handbags and shoes. This was followed three years later by the Selleria, a collection of watches that ran the gauntlet of becoming gimmicky by comprising separately-sold transferable watch heads and straps. It would be another of Fendi’s creations, launched in the same year, which gained the brand access to conversations within serious watch circles. As its first patented fine jewellery timepiece, Crazy Carats began turning heads for its patented rolling gemstone mechanism, one that allowed a wearer to change the colours of the gemstone markers that sat on each hour (save for 12, which remained a diamond) with the turn of a crown.

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Dior’s boutique at Baselworld 2013

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A/W 13 Collection, Ermenegildo Zegna, zegna.com

Then came the Crazy Carats Pavé, a watch possessing the same attention-grabbing mechanism but with a dial paved with diamonds and 33 precious gemstones. Yours from £17,000.

Ralph Lauren When the newly formed Polo Ralph Lauren Watch and Jewellery Company chose to unveil its maiden collection in 2009, it couldn’t have picked a worse time to do so. The world economy had all gone into free fall and purse-strings were tightening across the globe. Luckily for Ralph, the products it had brought to market – as part of a joint venture with the Richemont Group – were made of the highest-grade materials and fitted with automatic movements from the likes of Jaeger-LeCoultre and IWC. This January, as if to prove its watchmaking credentials, the company got complicated and gave us the Ralph Lauren Safari RL67 Tourbillon. A tourbillon, by nature, will always carry an air of grandeur. Housing it, therefore, in such a ruggedlooking, day time watch, made the Safari RL67 something of a paradox. Then again, with a price tag of around £35,000, it’s unlikely the Safari will see the inside of too many Land Rovers.

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White Gold Full Pavé Diamond Link Stirrup Watch, POA, Ralph Lauren

The brand claims to have revolutionised the menswear market when it discovered a new way of weaving wool in 1985. When the brand dived into the watch world in 2010, it aimed to make a similar splash – even teaming up with Girard-Perregaux to do so. The Zegna Centennial Limited Edition was a beautifully elegant rose-gold timepiece, 40mm in diameter with date, small seconds and

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Dior VIII Grand Bal 38mm in black ceramic, rose gold with feathers, £45,900, Dior

Dior VIII 33mm in white ceramic and rose gold with mother of pearl dial, £16,500, Dior

month functions. The only downside was that production was limited to 100 pieces. Encouraged by the speed at which the Centennial flew off the shelves, the brand launched its first permanent range of watches the following year. The Monterubello collection, available in pink and white gold, came in two models: the Monterubello Solo Tempo (£10,500) and the Monterubello Chronograph (£18,400), both, again, equipped with Girard-Perregaux movements. Endorsing the maxim ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’, the two companies collaborated again last autumn, moving in a different design direction to give us the High Performance Chronograph (£4,000) and High Performance Sea Diver (£2,200). Crafted from black ceramic and equipped with an ergonomic rubber strap, the Chronograph carried a robust and resilient styling. The rugged, steel-cased Sea Diver was fitted with a unidirectional bezel and could be taken to depths of 300 metres. It was one of the bestlooking seafaring watches of the year.

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Monterubello Chronograph, £18,400, Ermenegildo Zegna

It was in 2005 that Dior went from manufacturer of heavily-logoed, mass-produced ‘fashion watches’, to purveyor of mechanically-noteworthy timepieces. Following the Galliano-designed, Swiss-produced Christal range, in the spring of 2011 the maison gave us the Dior VIII, and, most significant of all, the limitededition Dior VIII Grand Bal (prices for the Dior VIII

collection start from £3,500). In a playful twist on conventional design, the watch’s oscillating weight appeared on its dial. Disguised behind diamonds or feathers, the swing of the movement was intended to mimic the swirl of a ball gown; whether it achieved that or not, it certainly created a stunning effect.

Burberry The British brand became the latest fashion conglomerate to successfully turn its attention to time-keeping when it launched The Britain last year. Designed with a face that’s meant to evoke the shape of two D-rings on one of the company’s signature trench coats, the watch was unveiled amidst a moody Mario Testino-shot campaign in October. The mechanical chronograph was powered by an automatic movement and featured a case made of titanium and a material the brand had even gone to the lengths to develop itself, the aptly-named ‘trench gold’. Following the success of The Britain, September 2013 will see the launch of what the brand calls its most important timepiece so far: the Burberry Britain Limited Edition. As the first automatic women’s watch Burberry has produced, the ladies version (£9,595) measures 44mm in size and features a dial adorned with 165 hand-set pavé diamonds. With a 47mm diameter, the men’s edition (£10,395) becomes Burberry’s first automatic chronograph. Only 50 of each will be made. For proof that fashion brands can now peddle themselves as purveyors of premium apparel, and of premium timepieces too, simply peer into the mechanical world beneath their watches’ crystal-cased backs.

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A Passion for Performance

It’s been a busy summer for Panerai. Firstly, the Italian watchmaker was announced as a headline supporter of this year’s London Design Festival; next the brand assembled en masse at Cowes for the British Classic Yacht Week; then came the release of the two latest creations: the PAM00510 Luminor Marina 8 Days (£5,000) and PAM00511 Luminor Marina 8 Days Oro Rosso (£16,900, left), both notable for housing the company’s new hand-wound P.5000 movement. In July, after seven days of sun-drenched sailing, the overall winner of the 11th British Classic Week was announced as Saskia; a William Fife classic 8 metre vessel (for anyone familiar with yacht world terminology). Back on terra firma, this month Panerai is sponsor of the 2013 London Design Medal at the London Design Festival; previous winners have included Thomas Heatherwick and Paul Smith. As part of the festival, Panerai will be hosting watchmaking sessions on 14 and 15 September at the Victoria & Albert Museum (but do book in advance). D The London Design Festival 2013, 14-22 September Panerai watches available at David M Robinson, Jubilee Place

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Patek lovers rejoice! This month, Jubilee Place’s David M Robinson will be hosting the brand’s latest collection, as seen at Baselworld earlier this year. The exhibition will contain the majority of the new launches showcased at the world’s largest watch and jewellery fair, plus a number of existing models rarely seen in stores due to the long waiting lists they command. There will be more than 80 watches in total, including a number of special pieces, the stunning 5950A and 5959P Split Seconds chronographs within them. To arrange a private viewing, contact Sandy Madhvani on 020 7538 2332. Otherwise, view the exhibition during normal store hours.

Saxon Splendour

If you’re a regular reader, you’ll already be aware of our fondness for A. Lange & Söhne. Makers, in our eyes, of some of the planet’s most beautiful timepieces, it’s oft we find ourselves poring over their website, making ‘when-I-win-the-lottery’-type wish-lists with their watches. Last month, eagle-eyed ladies will have noticed they were given a new watch to add to the list. Unveiled earlier in the year but only arriving in boutiques now, Lange’s Saxonia Automatic in pink gold (£16,600) features 76 brilliant-cut diamonds on its bezel and comes equipped with the thinnest automatic watch movement the German manufacturer has ever created (3.7 millimetres, in case you wondered). D alange-soehne.com

D Patek Philippe 2013 Basel Exhibition Collection 26 September – 6 October David M Robinson, Jubilee Place, Canary Wharf

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Sandy Madhvani, Showroom Manager at David M Robinson in Canary Wharf, selects his watch of the moment:

“Reaffirming its reputation as a materials pioneer, IWC’s Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar sports a case made of titanium aluminide, an alloy harder and lighter than pure titanium. Automatically taking 29 February into account every four years, the watch will remain accurate until 2100”

50 Years of Carrera

In celebration of the 50th birthday milestone of the much-loved Carrera timepiece, the Goodwood Festival of Speed presented a display of historic models amidst a range of eye-catching new designs. TAG also used the festival to unveil to the public the Carrera Calibre 1887 Jack Heuer Chronograph, a follow up to last year’s Carrera Jack Heuer 80. The ‘bullhead’-style watch features crown and chronograph pushers at the top of its case and a more-easy-to-read angled dial. The piece’s retro-appeal will likely sit well with a classic car-loving crowd. D Carrera Calibre 1887 Jack Heuer Chronograph £5,295, tagheuer.com

D Ingenieur Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month, £34,900, IWC Available at David M Robinson, Jubilee Place, Canary Wharf

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theofennell.com D 4 Tiago cotton-blend socks, £12, Falke, mrporter.com D 5 Woven-suede belt, £70, Anderson’s, mrporter.com D 6 Large Ballon Bleu de Cartier in steel, £4,200, Cartier, David M Robinson, Jubilee Place D 7 Islington Monk shoe, £199, Loake, loake.co.uk D 8 D-Frame Acetate sunglasses, £310, Cutler and Gross, cutlerandgross.com D 9 Seventies Panorama Date, £7,400, Glashütte Original, glashuette-original.com D 10 Silk pocket square, £50, Turnbull and Asser turnbullandasser.co.uk D 11 Slim knitted silk tie, £105, Charvet, giftlab.com

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Fewer, Bigger, Better Annabel Harrison speaks to CEO of Audemars Piguet,

Francois-Henry Bennahmias, about his first year in the role and what changes we can expect to see

t’s all change at Audemars Piguet and I for one am rather excited about what’s to come. In April last year, it was the former CEO to whom I spoke about the company’s history, present and future. This year, Frenchman François-Henry Bennahmias, almost a decade younger than his predecessor, is at the helm and he is brimming over with enthusiasm and a determined, comprehensive plan of action; the next two years are about “cleansing” and adhering to the principle of “fewer, bigger, better”. This translates as: “Fewer partners worldwide, fewer references and a lot more choice. We spread ourselves a bit too thin over the last ten years and we missed some opportunities; now it is time to respect the basics of our business.” The 138-year-old family-owned company currently has ten of its own stores and a further 13 owned in partnership with the group’s retailers, out of 400 selling points worldwide. However, fans of Audemars Piguet in its present state need not fear. Although Mr Bennahmias earned his luxury stripes at international brands such as Giorgio Armani and Gianfranco Ferré, he arrived at Audemars Piguet in 1994 with the requisite “passion for artistry and [admiration for] people who can do amazing things with their hands”. Two decades after joining the company, in January this year he became CEO, after giving up his role as President & CEO of North America and taking the reins on an interim basis in May 2012. He was able to hit the ground running; “I obviously know people well because I’ve been working in the company for a long time, so there was no time wasted as far as

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assessing what could be done. I want to bring my own feel to the brand as well. An understanding of the family behind the company is important... it was a long process, to reassess what the future was and where the family wanted to take the brand. In the end, they are the owners and they know exactly what they want to do.” Mr Bennahmias is a breath of fresh air as an interviewee when discussing the biggest changes that occurred since taking over officially. His enthusiastic attitude is infectious, and at the heart of it, entirely serious; “It’s actually the same now as when I took over the job because I didn’t take it thinking, I’m going to do it for three months, six months or a year and then it’s going to be over. I looked at it as if I would stay at it for the next ten years. Any decision that I have to make will have an impact, not for six months, but for years to come.” Fashion on the one hand is a fast-paced industry where things change all the time but “in the watch world the pace is much slower. When you plan, you plan for six, seven, eight, nine years; that’s how long it takes to develop a mechanism sometimes.” As such, Mr Bennahmias has undoubtedly inherited many of these developments, as well as 2012’s significant ‘To break the rules you must first master them’ campaign and company rebranding. “Nothing will change about this because it was the right thing to do for the company.” How have the campaign and rebranding been received? “Pretty well. We are making our mark. What we now want to launch is our women’s version, which will include an evolution of the tagline and is coming out in September”.

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“Every single part of the business is about the way you interact with people and the way they interact with you”

To my mind, it makes perfect sense to embark upon a path of attracting more female customers, especially as the typical Audemars Piguet customer is described by Mr Bennahmias as male, in a typically light-hearted fashion: “He is between 15 and 77 years old. He is black, yellow, white, blue, red, pink!” However, this is just to illustrate how difficult the question is to answer: “I’ve seen such a range of customers over the last 18 years. We have sold watches for graduation gifts and at the same time, a Perpetual Calendar to a man at a very senior level within the church in Germany. There are so many profiles – I cannot put them in boxes – but funnily enough, when the customers meet each other, and interact with each other, it’s as if they have known each other for years. It’s very special.” Mr Bennahmias himself wears a Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar that was made in 1995 for the 120th anniversary of the company. “We only made 120 of them. At the time, I had only been at Audemars Piguet for a year and I was nowhere near being able to afford to buy the watch. But I loved it so much that I hoped one day I’d be able to buy it. For a good 16 years, the watch never showed up but, suddenly,

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one did. And so I said that watch is going to be mine no matter what. For a watch which is 18 years old it doesn’t age at all.” Amusingly, for a man who sells some of the world’s most expensive watches, his favourite brand as a youngster was Swatch: “I had 1,200, one of the biggest collections in the world and I sold it to Swatch in 1996.” Design is of course important to every watch brand but unique models are even more so and for Audemars Piguet, this is the Royal Oak, which celebrated its 40th anniversary last year. “The Royal Oak,” Mr Bennahmias declares, “is going to remain one of the most iconic designs ever. Gérald Genta was a great artist and creative genius. I met his wife Evelyne a few times and she showed me the entire collection of his paintings and ideas on paper. It was unbelievable. I hope we’re going to be able to give him, at some point, what he truly deserves as a person because, when you think about what this person did for the watch world, not only us, it’s really special.” Mr Bennahmias is undoubtedly a people person, telling me about a 35-year-old employee who recently celebrated his 20th year at Audemars Piguet. Although

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the record is 44 years with the company, if this employee stays until his retirement, he will go past the 50 year mark.“It’s always about people. Even though we are one of the smaller companies, there’s about 1,200 of us; every single part of the business is about the way you interact with people and the way they interact with you. There is no ‘I’ in team. I am a firm believer in that; from the cleaning person to the watchmaker, the sales guy on the road and the guy who’s going to fix your watch, everybody matters and I love that.” A glance at the roster of Audemars Piguet ambassadors – LeBron James, Lionel Messi, Michael Schumacher – shows wide-ranging relationships with the world of sport and this aspect of the brand is surely benefitted by Mr Bennahmias’ own background; an avid golfer, he was at one point ranked 25th in France. Nick Faldo was the guinea pig, so to speak, for the ambassadorship notion in the late 80s, followed by chess player Garry Kasparov, skier Alberto Tomba and Arnold Schwarzenegger and Mr Bennahmias stresses that “there was a big charity component attached to these people from the start. We didn’t want to have an ambassador just for the sake of saying ‘yes, he’s wearing our watches’, but because he already knew about Audemars Piguet, loved the brand and because we could raise money and do good things, for kids in particular.” Do you pay your ambassadors now? “Sure we do. Do we always keep a charity component in everything we do with all of these ambassadors? Yes.” Lionel Messi’s platinum No.10 Royal Oak Chronograph, for example, was auctioned in May, raising £53,400 for the Leo Messi Foundation. From the sound of it, Mr Bennahmias is going to be kept rather busy; although the next two years will be “stable”, as far as products are concerned, “we’ll be preparing for 2015; that’s going to be an important year for us.” Art Basel remains very important and in the world of sport, golf is coming into the spotlight. Charity work doesn’t stop: “Jasmine Audemars started the Foundation 20 years ago when environment wasn’t really on peoples’ radar. She was a visionary for saying ‘for every single watch we sell, we are going to give some money to help projects to do with the environment’ and 20 years later, everybody’s talking about it. We’ve have been doing it for 20 years and we will keep doing it. It’s an important part of who we are, family and company, and those are our goals for the years to come.” D audemarspiguet.com

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Guiding Star Forty-three years after conceiving what remains the most accurate movement in watchmaking history, Zenith’s passion for precision took the company to the outer reaches of the stratosphere. Back on earth, Richard Brown discovers what’s kept the brand busy in the year that followed

here may be other brands more famous for sending a watch into space but, as of last year, it’s Zenith that’s most famous for bringing one back. When, on 14 October 2012, Felix Baumgartner fell from a height of 39 kilometres to become the first man to break the speed of sound under gravity alone, the watch strapped to his wrist, the El Primero Stratos Flyback Striking 10th Chronograph (….and breathe), became the first timepiece to go supersonic in free-fall. For a watchmaker that lists one of its three founding principles the capacity to ‘dare’, teaming up with the drinks giant which is famous for giving you wings was a discerning move. More than eight million people watched the mission live. Millions more watched in the days that followed. Mr Baumgartner survived. Zenith gained audiences across the globe. Following a year in which all eyes were aimed skywards, for Zenith 2013 has been a year dedicated to more earthly endeavours. From the wrist of history’s first supersonic man to the watchmaker’s Swiss-based manufacture, on-going renovation work continues at Zenith HQ. The restoration of the manufacture’s main building at the end of 2012 marked the first stage of a huge renovation project, one that continues into this year to pay tribute to the brand’s birthplace, itself classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The Type 20 Annual Calendar

From the place where traditional tools of 19th century workshops rub shoulders with the most sophisticated 21st century microscopes, 2013 also saw Zenith launch a new collection of pilot’s watches. Worthy heirs in style and size to the company’s original Type 20s of 1938, the six 2013 editions feature portly diameters, Superluminova Arabic numerals and large screw-lock crowns. Noteworthy for associating a splendid tourbillon with a high-frequency chronograph is the The Pilot Montre d’Aéronef Type 20 Tourbillon, while those familiar with Zenith’s biggest claim to fame (it makes the world’s most precise chronograph, don’t you know?) will appreciate the marrying up of the El Primero movement with an annual calendar complication in the Type 20 Annual Calendar – a watch that, as of last month, can be seen at Charles Fish’s newly refurbished Canary Wharf store. As a champion of the company that’s won more chronometer prizes than any other watch brand, September will see Charles Fish step out of its Cabot Place showroom to joint-host a Zenith pop-up exhibition between 16 and 17 in Canada Place and 18 and 19 in Jubilee Place. Pay a visit to see the company’s latest collections and demonstrations from a hallowed Zenith watchmaker. You can even learn how to put a movement together yourself. D The Charles Fish pop-up Zenith Boutique, 16 – 19 September charlesfish.co.uk, 7.30am - 7.00pm

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CHASING RAINBOWS

Solange Azagury-Partridge has taken up residence on Carlos Place, following in the footsteps of fellow jewellery designer Jessica McCormack. The impressive 5,000 square foot flagship store, close to Roland Mouret HQ, includes boutique spaces on the ground and first floors, a workshop and production facilities. The eye-catching interior design, which features the brand’s trademark rainbow use of colour, provides an interesting contrast to the traditional Victorian setting and will no doubt show off the designer’s quirky, unique collections favoured by celebrities the world over. D 5 Carlos Place, W1; solange.co.uk

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Tiffany & Co. was in the spotlight a few months ago as the official jeweller of The Great Gatsby. Now it’s Chopard’s turn; the jeweller was chosen by Ecosse Films to bejewel actress Naomi Watts in Diana, predicted to be a box office hit this September. People tend to recall the Princess of Wales’ iconic outfits but she also possessed a stunning collection of jewellery, including her world-famous engagement ring now worn by the Duchess of Cambridge. This ring has been echoed in a pair of sapphire earrings in the film which complement Watts’ appropriately short hair. Also featured in Diana are pieces from Chopard’s Happy Diamonds collections. While we predict the new film won’t be as ostentatious as Luhrmann’s recent production, we’re certain the diamonds will be just as spectacular if Chopard has anything to do with it.

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CUTTING EDGE

As details of Oscar de la Renta’s rumoured fine jewellery collection remain under wraps, we instead focus our attention on the designer’s A/W13 collection of fashion jewellery, first previewed at New York Fashion Week:

For A/W13, jewellery harkens back to a glamorous age. Art Deco style resin and cabochon earrings, rings and necklaces are paired with cascading, floor-length gowns in rich fabrics of satin and lace to give added drama D oscardelarenta.com

striking out

As one of the proud founders of jewellery brand Erickson Beamon and having previously worked with the likes of Givenchy and Dries Van Noten, it was about time jewellery designer Vicki Sarge branched out on her own. And this she has done with the launch of her own label. The VICKISARGE flagship boutique is descending upon Belgravia this September (not far from the Erickson Beamon store) and in it will be housed the designer’s new collection. These tribal-effect earrings are just a sneak preview of what’s in store. D 38 Elizabeth Street, SW1W 9NZ vickisarge.com

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It wasn’t just fashion designers who made their debut at this year’s Paris Couture Week; Dior, Bulgari and Louis Vuitton all showcased new fine jewellery collections

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D 1 Phenomena Crest bracelet, POA, De Beers, debeers.com D 2 Phenomena Frost necklace, POA, De Beers, as before D 3-5 Red spinel and diamond ring, grey spinel

and diamond ring, and violet spinel and diamond earrings, all from the Voyage dans le Temps Collection, POA, Louis Vuitton, louisvuitton.co.uk D 6 Oriental Princess necklace, POA, Van Cleef & Arpels, vancleefarpels.com D 7-9 Perles d’Eclat ring, Fleur du Jour necklace and Cascade de Diamants ring, all POA, Boucheron, boucheron.com D 10 Cher Dior Exquise ruby ring, POA, Dior, By Dior Joaillerie, dior.com D 11 Liens ring in white gold set with brilliant-cut diamonds and cushion-cut sapphire, POA,

Chaumet, chaumet.com D 12 Liens ring in white gold set with brilliant-cut and baguette-cut diamonds, POA, Chaumet, as before D 13 Diva white gold necklace with diamonds, £57,000, Bulgari, bulgari.com D 14 Riflesso Azzurro ring, POA, Van Cleef & Arpels, as before

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The Illustrated Man The concept of black tie is multi-faceted and can cause an unprepared man many problems. Luckily, J.M. Weston’s newest footwear collection ensures you’ll be equipped with appropriately sauvé shoes for whenever a formal occasion should arise. Entitled simply ‘Black Tie’, and inspired by the elegance and theatrics of the dinner jacket, the collection encompasses three designs: the classic Oxford-style shoe in calfskin and patent leather, a Derby-style with buckles in jewel-coloured suede, and the classic tassel moccasins – each aiming to replicate the contrast of the matt jacket and its satin interior. Each design incorporates the classic hollowed-out front, extended toe and soft square shape, giving a flexible appearance which lends itself equally to formal and casual wear. D Black Tie Collection, £POA, J.M.Weston, jmweston.com

TIGER IN CANARY WHARF This autumn, Swedish fashion brand Tiger of Sweden is setting up shop in Canary Wharf’s Jubilee Place. Tiger of Sweden’s approach to tailoring is the belief in ‘a different cut’; one that surpasses scissors and fabrics and instead reflects a state of mind. The fashion brand has three lines: men’s, women’s and a jeans collection. Expect beautifully-fitted suits cut in burgundies, black and tweed, presented next to rails of faded jeans. D Tiger of Sweden, tigerofsweden.com, coming to Jubilee Place in November

PIECED TOGETHER After 30 years in fashion, Jigsaw remains a pinnacle British brand. Jigsaw’s stripped-down A/W 2013 men’s collection features boxy jackets and pea coats that are ideal for transitioning between seasons. Look forward to folk-inspired pieces ranging from earth-coloured tailored waistcoats to tartan suits, and robust two-tone brogues.

prada in extremes This season sees Prada release the new masculine Luna Rossa Extreme fragrance, which embodies the spirit of the Luna Rossa sailing team. Blended by perfumer Daniela Andrier under the creative direction of Miuccia Prada, the new fragrance has a mellow amber core with a fresh lavender signature. D Prada Luna Rossa Extreme, £68 per 100ml, prada.com

D Jigsaw A/W 2013, jigsaw-online.com

Louboutin in London

Street Party

Christian Louboutin has opened a men’s shoe boutique in the largest retail space dedicated to men’s footwear in the world – Selfridges’ first floor. Colourful trainers, formal shoes and bags are stocked in the space, which is open now.

On 12 September, more than 100 fashion brands, restaurants and bars in London’s Carnaby Street are uniting to create the ultimate shopping experience for men. New brands such as Paul Smith Soho and ELEVENPARIS will stand alongside established labels including Ben Sherman and Levi’s for a day packed with bands, DJs, wet shaves, trend talks, a pop-up ale bar and a 20 per cent discount on new season collections. Style scouts will be on the hunt for the bestdressed shoppers who will be awarded a goodie bag and a Carnaby privilege card to access perks from numerous brands all year round.

D selfridges.com

D 12 September, register for a free ticket at carnaby.co.uk

For Him | STYLE

September Basics

the work shoe

The non-jeans

The slim-fit shirt

Church’s Flex Sole collection’s flexibility ensures supreme comfort from the first step. D Flex Sole Burstock, £340, Church’s English Shoes,

Smarter than jeans but just as comfortable, relaxed chinos in earthy colours go with shirts, polos, T-shirts and blazers.

With a close fit that lies seamlessly under tailored suits, unsurprisingly Thomas Pink’s slim-fit shirt is its best-seller.

Cabot Place

D Chinos in Rust, £POA, Edwins, edwin-europe.com

D Poplin Slim-fit Shirt, £89, Thomas Pink, Cabot Place

The cool blazer

The Briefcase

The Umbrella

Fendi’s thin-lapel blazer’s icy-grey, faded tweed and light wool composition is autumn fashion at its best.

Alexander McQueen has reinvented the staple with sharp angles and an elegant top handle.

Don’t be caught out by the rain – or by having to make use of a girlfriend’s flowery number.

D Heroic briefcase, £1,075, Alexander McQueen,

D City Gent Lifesaver Umbrella in Orange, £95, London

D Tweed blazer, £1,515.69, Fendi, farfetch.com

alexandermcqueen.com

Under Cover, londonundercover.co.uk

The Bright T-shirt

The Sunglasses

the snug jumper

Volga Verdi is a new brand specialising in all things bright and beautiful.

Cutler and Gross excels at reinterpreting classic frames with coloured tortoiseshell.

Canali’s thick wool-cashmere jumpers effortlessly pair with suit trousers or jeans.

D Superveloce T-shirt, £25, Volga Verdi,

D Matt Dark Turtle Sunglasses, £310, Cutler and

D Wool Cashmere Turtle Neck Sweaters, £POA, Canali,

volgaverdi.com

Gross, cutlerandgross.com

canali.it

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STYLE | For Him

grooming

messy

Messy hair made its mark on the A/W 2013 runways, with thick, untamed locks styled with a focus on movement. Shiny, nourished hair keeps the look grown-up so invest in purifying shampoos that prevent a clogging build-up of styling oils.

bearded

Beards and stubble can still be highmaintenance. Regular trims keep you presentable and simple facial DIY treatments reduce in-growing hairs and shaving burns.

ivory silver tip badger brush, £49, The Traditional Shaving Company, traditionalshaving.co.uk

Thickening Hairspray, £21.50, Bumble and Bumble, BootS in CANADA PLACE

Hot Towel pre - shave treatment, £50, Billy Jealousy, billyjealousy.com

Hair Raiser follicle revitalizer, £50, Billy Jealousy, billyjealousy.com Root Power Restorative Shampoo, £29, Lab Series, labseries.co.uk

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Smooth Shave Oil, £22, Lab Series, labseries.co.uk

polished

Mad Men, The Great Gatsby, Downton Abbey – whatever the inspiration, slick and smart hair is here to stay. Avoid hair looking overdone by creating a smooth shine through shampoo and conditioner rather than heavy-handed slicks of gel.

Semisumo hi - shine pomade, £21.50, Bumble and Bumble , BootS in CANADA PLACE

shampoo, £11, Scaramouche & Fandango, Waitrose Food, Fashion & Home, canada place

Magic Elixir hair conditioning concentrate, £25, Kiehl’s, Jubilee Place

Canary Wharf

bars & restaurants â&#x20AC;˘ fashion & style â&#x20AC;˘ arts & events canarywharf.com

blossom

&bloom This seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trends favour sleek silhouettes and pretty prints for effortless elegance

STYLIST Katy Kingston

Photography Matilda Temperley

Wool Swing Coat, £1,100, Temperley, temperleylondon.com; Silk Print Dress (just seen), £1,650, Loewe, Loewe Mount St Boutique, London, 0207 499 0266

THIS PAGE Black Crystal Cotton Jacket, £787; Black Cotton Trousers, £215; Animal Print Silk Blouse, £252, all DVF, 0800 157 7120, dvf.com OPPOSITE PAGE Blue Lace ‘Rain’Dress, £1,316, Catherine Deane, catherinedeane.com

THIS PAGE Blue Chiffon Dress, £4,200, Elie Saab, The Elie Saab Boutique at Harrods, 0207 173 6424; 18kt Yellow Gold Blue Topaz, Sapphire and Diamond Ring, £5,975, by Noor at Talisman Gallery, 020 7201 8582 OPPOSITE PAGE Black and Yellow Lace Chiffon Dress, £3,256, Roberto Cavalli, robertocavalli.com

THIS PAGE Hermine Sheepskin and Leather Coat, £2,500, Temperley, temperleylondon. com; Blue Trousers, £320, Kenzo at Harvey Nichols, harveynichols.com; Nyx Necklace, £355, Bea Valdes at giftlab.com, 0207 808 9443 OPPOSITE PAGE Silk Playsuit, £375, Thakoon at Harvey Nichols, as before; Drakaina Necklace, £305, Bea Valdes at giftlab.com, 0207 808 9443; Suzanne Black Leather Ankle Boots, £500, Jérôme Dreyfuss at Matches, matchesfashion.com HAIR & MAKE UP Jessica Mejia using Bumble and bumble and Jurlique, jessicamejia.com MODEL Beth Edwards at Storm LOCATION With many thanks to the Flete Estate, Devon, flete.co.uk

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Fall into Fashion

Massimo Duttiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest F/W 2013 campaign has set a glamorous tone. The campaign features Calvin Klein favourite Toni Garrn in her third consecutive reprise as the face of the Spanish brand. Garrn poses next to male model David Genat on a vintage motorcycle in the series of images shot by iconic photographer Mario Testino. The campaign plays out a series of contradictions; edge and glamour, fur and leather, soft quilting and exposed metal. From the knee-high leather boots to the draping winter coats, each piece falls into Massimo Duttiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strong but feminine aesthetic. The collection also features luxe accessories including vintage motorcycle helmets, leather gloves and spacious black totes, ideal for life on the road or days in the city. D Massimo Dutti A/W 2013 campaign, Cabot Place

September’s

Hendricks small globe pendant light, £1,300

Lifestyle Journal

A guide to this September’s innovative interior design, must-have beauty finds and fashion fixes Duchess Bureau, £6,625

Marlowe cushion, £2,495

To Another 30 Years Ralph Lauren Home is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year with the launch of two new collections for autumn. Ralph Lauren – the first fashion designer to present an all-encompassing home collection – is renowned for his lifestyle approach to home and fashion. Each interior piece tells a story, whether it evokes the glamour of old Hollywood, or the heritage of an English estate. The two new collections are the western ranch-inspired ‘La Hacienda’, and ‘Apartment No. One’ – a refined selection of pieces inspired by the lavish home of the Duke of Windsor that includes gold-embroidered cushions and a stunning black Duchess bureau. D Ralph Lauren Home Apartment No. One collection, ralphlaurenhome.com

Flower Power

soap box

Albion’s customisable bath from its Apollo collection is made from a unique enamel that combines stone and resin to give it the strength of cast-iron. The exterior of the bath can be finished in any Dulux Trade colour but is also available in one of Albion’s three stunning metallics. D The Albion Bath Company Apollo Bath, £2,744, albionbathco.com

Master florist and luxury candle maker Timothy Dunn has launched a limitededition Blue Rose Pink candle in support of Breast Cancer Care. For every sale of a Blue Rose Pink candle, £18 will be donated to the charity. The ultra-feminine candle is presented in a pink glass case emblazoned with the signature of Timothy Dunn in platinum. The uplifting floral scent is layered with dewy violets, sugared raspberries and zesty orange flowers. D Blue Rose Pink Candle, £42, available now at timothydunnlondon.com and at Harrods from October

Revelations Innovative Portuguese designers Boca Do Lobo’s ring mirror is as much a piece of art as a piece of furniture. From the front it appears as simply a black lacquered circle – however, the real richness lies within the mirror’s reflection. An embedded, hand-carved golden loop of wood surrounds the surface, catching the eye and transforming a once-simple mirror into a truly unique addition to any home. D Boca Do Lobo Ring Mirror, £4,199, bocadolobo.com

For Her

Modern Romance

Erdem’s romantically fantastical Pre-Fall 2013 collection is one of the stand-outs of the season, with its draping skirts, structured dresses and stretch-twill trousers. Each piece features one or more of the expressive floral and colourful patterns that are now synonymous with Erdem, printed onto luxurious silk, merino wool and cashmere. Highlights include a silk-crepe gown scattered with yellow and white florals, and a pencil skirt stitched with shimmering, translucent scale-like discs. D Erdem Pre-Fall 2013 collection, erdem.com

STYLE

of the best

of september in canary wharf

Vintage Document Case in red lizard print, £295, Aspinal of London, Cabot Place

Farrah balcony bra and knickers, £205, Myla, Cabot Place

oriental print skirt, £110, Karen Millen, Jubilee Place

story teller

Fur In Fashion

Although Carolina Herrera may be best-known for dramatic evening gowns, the iconic American brand has a covetable accessories line as well. Its latest Gasper collection is inspired by the unlikely muse of the designer’s toy poodle, Gasper. This is not Gasper’s first foray into fashion; not only is he a regular fix in the design studio, but New York’s legendary department store Bergdorf Goodman once designed its famous windows in a nod to Herrera and her dog. The Gasper bags come in trimmed suede and soft fur, with each design a versatile and playful addition to any handbag collection.

Prada has updated its top handle bag for winter with a collection of vintage-inspired leather bags finished with gold-plated hardware. The quirky, stand-out bags range from faded black to metallic magenta and nostalgic gingham. Their instantly recognisable sloped sides are a departure from Prada’s typical highoctane glamour, and tell a story of elegance and luxury we can’t wait to pick up. D Prada Top Handle bag, from £1,020, prada.com

D Carolina Herrera Gasper collection, carolinaherrera.com

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STYLE

For Her Luminizing Satin Eye Colour Trio in Fire, £35, Shiseido, shiseido.co.uk

scarlet fever Whether it was inspired by Hitchcock’s femme fatales, the approaching party season or just the essence of femininity, red nails were another mainstay of the A/W 2013 runways. From tomato reds at Valentino and Chanel, to glowing garnets at Burberry; romantic or vamp, statement or sophisticated, this season, paint the town red.

Mistress, £9, CIATÉ, ciate.co.uk

The Boltons, £11, Nails Inc, Cabot Place

Ombres 5 Lumières in Riviera, £42, Yves Saint Laurent, yslbeauty.co.uk

The Eyes Have It As the nights darken in the build-up to winter, so do eyeshadows. The fashion world’s A/W 2013 runways saw models wearing dramatic eye make-up with modern twists. Smoky eyes were shaken up at Jason Wu and Gucci with burning reds and intense purples. Rich gun-metals were seen in cat-eye flicks at Dior and glitter at Chanel. This season, pick an eye palette that embraces this playfulness, from the gleaming blues of Yves Saint Laurent, to the flattering petal-pinks at Guerlain and the full-on glam rock of Shiseidio’s ‘Fire’ compact. Ecrin 4 Couleurs in Les Violets, £38, Guerlain, guerlain.co.uk

Love red, £12.50, Lancôme Vernis In Love, lancome.co.uk

Beige at Centre Stage

Weddings in the City is launching a wedding fair on Thursday 26 September at Canary Wharf’s venue Tompkins. Gathered under one roof will be sought-after wedding photographers and florists, entertainers and wedding planners, while a glass of Champagne will greet you on the door. On the day, Inc Group will also be unveiling its City collection of three stunning venues, perfect for London weddings.

This autumn, the look for skin is highly prepped and glossy. Imagine velvety textures elegantly made up with foundation and dusted with powder to set it. The result is a flawless, high-glamour base that can hold its own against winter colours and stays put all day. Chanel’s new Les Beiges collection creates the perfect glow – like days spent outdoors. Sheer and buildable, focus on sweeping one of the five luminous shades with the half-moon brush on cheekbones, the upper-forehead and chin to define and enhance the face. For truly flawless skin, dust the SPF 15 powder over Chanel’s Vitalumiére fluid foundation to set it and add an extra boost of radiance.

D Tompkins Wedding Open Day, 5pm – 10pm,

D Chanel Les Beiges, £38, available at Boots in

26 September, Tompkins, Pan Peninsula Square

Canada Place, chanel.com

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SHOPPING

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aS THE BRAND celebrates its 50th birthday this year, Visit TONI&GUY’s Canary Wharf store to see how it continues to bridge the gap between high fashion and hairdressing

ith a presence in nearly every High Street in the country, you’re probably aware that Toni&Guy is Britain’s largest hairdressing chain. What you mightn’t know, is that with 430 salons in 45 countries, it’s actually the largest in the world too, with the brand’s flagship salon located in Canary Wharf. Founded by brothers, Toni and Guy Mascolo, in Clapham in 1963, the brand has helped to change the face of the hairdressing industry on an international scale, winning, on home soil alone, in excess of 50 regional and UK awards, including British Hairdresser of the Year three times and Best Artistic Team a record 11 times. At Toni&Guy Canary Wharf there is an award winning team of highly trained, talented hairdressers experienced in all aspects of the craft. Each team member attends regular training at the company’s London academy to ensure they’re upto-date on latest trends. The company’s flagship store in Canary Wharf is well established and been bringing to the area cutting-edge glamour for 12 years now. “I am so proud to be part of such an amazing company. Fifty years is testament to Toni&Guy’s creative and commercial success,” says Carl McCaffrey, Managing Director at Toni&Guy Canary Wharf. Toni&Guy have been the leaders in training and education for half a century, so to help it celebrate its 50th birthday visit the salon for your new look and be in with a chance of winning a free haircut. Please call the salon for more details and to book your appointment. Toni&Guy look forward to welcoming you soon. D Toni&Guy, One Canada Square. To book your appointment, or complimentary style consultation, please call 020 7987 6222

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From Catwalk to Colour With the likes of Burberry, Chanel, Dior, Tom Ford, Valentino and YSL all producing their own cosmetics lines, in an industry worth billions of dollars, we look at how these brands have created another way to become a part of a designerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creative vision WORDS: Aimee Latimer

Tom Ford Fall Colour Collection 2013

Beauty | style Dior Lip Expert Palette, £52, dior.com

osmetics are an irrefutable part of be the would-be inspiration for the fragrance. The fashion. Make-up is an outfit’s final fashion giant went as far as to define this woman as flourish – the last touch which ‘sensuous and free-thinking, elegant and playful, she pulls together an entire look, knows how to leave her signature on festive nights and transforming any woman into the private moments of complete abandon.’ In other words, Chanel Le Vernis, £18, chanel.com vision of beauty the designer had Valentina is the essential Valentino woman captured in mind while creating the outfit. in a scent that diffuses across the line’s gowns, pieces And this draw of layering glamour on top of and accessories. glamour has enticed numerous leading fashion brands Or take Burberry, with model-of-the-moment Cara into expanding into the beauty industry with Dior, Delevingne in its beauty ads, walking down its runways, Chanel, YSL and Tom Ford to name but a few. Lured posing in the brand’s fashion campaigns and now as the by more than the substantial financial reward, a face of its new Tender perfume. Burberry has presented fashion brand with a successful beauty line is on its her as the quintessential ‘Burberry girl’, she embodies way to becoming a lifestyle brand. One where a client the covetable lifestyle, envisioned by Burberry’s heritage can dress, spritz and submerge themselves into the luxury and current designer Christopher Bailey, which can be aesthetic the brand has created and become, in many accessed with a simple slick of Burberry lipstick. ways, a walking embodiment of that brand. Make-up is at the whim of trends as much Undeniably, money remains a decisive draw as clothes, as seen by how the 90s in fashion’s temptation into beauty. Market grunge that featured across the Dior Diorskin Nude Tan Bronzing Powder, £34, research firm Lucintel predicted that the A/W 2013 runways triggered dior.com global beauty industry will surpass a net a series of smudged eyeliner on worth of £170 billion in 2017. The luxury the models walking Rodarte, beauty sector, in particular, is flourishing; Missoni and Versace. Or with Dolce according to research by the consumer analysts & Gabbana, known for its love of the NPD Group, the USA’s prestige beauty lace and leopard, choosing a print industry was worth £6.5 billion in 2012, after of the former snaking up its mascara seeing a seven per cent increase. tubes and a print of the latter While the profit to be gained by encouraging pressed on its compacts. customers willing to stretch for a Dior lipstick Yet underneath fashion’s but unable to do so for the matching dress is fickleness, the beauty lines always enticing, it is not the sole prompt for fashion lines to reflect a brand’s core look; from launch cosmetic collections which, if done clumsily, could Burberry’s nudes to Dior’s penchant cheapen a brand instantly. A cosmetics collection done for pinks, each line reflects the classic Valentino Valentina well can develop into a prominent division of a fashion pillar-box reds and eyeliners in their Acqua Floreale, £50, valentino.com house, becoming an aesthetic consistency for a brand own way – the little black dress has whose clothes change every season. been reinvented as mascara. Just like a capsule wardrobe, fashion brands’ Ironically the success of these beauty cosmetics tend to revolve around a modest offering of side lines is transforming fashion cosmetic a select few core products, seasonally complemented lines into mega-brands in their own right. by limited-edition collections of bright new additions Chanel and Dior are now almost as well-known inspired by the runway. for their cosmetics as their coats, and Yves Saint And while most brands get a substantial chunk of Laurent beauty is such a strong brand that when profit from the booming perfume industry (Harrods is the fashion line became ‘Saint Laurent’ in 2012, dedicating the whole month of September to a series the beauty brand did not follow suit and kept its of in-store events celebrating its most prominent original title. fragrance brands), perfume remains the first entry into Beauty is woven into the evolution of fashion from Burberry Body the beauty fields with an all-encompassing make-up the dusky bow lips of the 20s to the sky-high eyeliner Tender, £62, burberry.com line the end goal. of the 60s and the nail art of today. And with the Touche Éclat, £25, When Valentino released the fragrance beauty industry and fashion world more united than yslbeauty.co.uk Valentina Acqua Floreale, it conjured up ever before, entering the world of a designer’s vision is an imaginary muse named Valentina to as simple as one gold compact snapping shut.

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RETAIL REVOLUTION With the Jubilee Place expansion set to open this November, here are the latest stores to announce they’ll be joining the likes of Banana Republic, Cos and Orlebar brown in Canary Wharf’s newest mall

anary Wharf is undergoing one of the largest retail expansions currently underway in the UK. The extension of the Jubilee Place Mall introduces 21 exciting new stores to Canary Wharf’s existing collection of more than 280 shops, restaurants and bars. The stores within the mall extension will open in early November. From premium fashion labels to independent designers and sought-after cosmetics, Jubilee Place will be home to Banana Republic, COS, Michael Kors, Orelbar Brown, Tiger of Sweden, Monica Vinader, ASICS, schuh, Godiva and many more. Camille Waxer, Chief Administrative Officer for Canary Wharf Group, said: “With the office population at Canary Wharf growing and the needs of our shoppers increasing we felt it was the right time to expand.”

MONICA VINADER

Born out of her love for colourful gemstones, jewellery and design, Monica Vinader set up her eponymous jewellery brand in 2002 - a luxurious yet effortless range, designed to be worn every day. Now leading the way in affordable fine jewellery, Monica Vinader is renowned for its simple yet striking designs. Visitors to the Canary Wharf store will see luxury collections that bridge the gap between costume and high-end jewellery. The Jubilee Place store will showcase the entire Monica Vinader collection and offer same day, complimentary engraving.

Tiger of Sweden

Established in 1903, Tiger of Sweden has come a long way from its beginnings in Uddevalla, a small town on the Swedish West Coast. After refining its craftsmanship for more than 100 years, in 1993 the brand decided to take the suit out of the bank and into the street. Since then, Tiger of Sweden has successfully expanded into three lines; mens, womens, and a jeans collection. Its well-tailored Scandinavian style and trademark fit offers 24/7 fashion for 24/7 people. Tiger of Sweden’s Jubilee Place store will also showcase the brand’s range of shoes and accessories.

SHOPPING The White Company

Set to occupy one of the largest stores within the Jubilee Place Mall extension, The White Company store will house the brand’s homeware, fashion and children’s lines. Each article of clothing is carefully designed and crafted to uphold The White Company’s signature elegance. A true lifestyle brand, The White Company creates beautifully stylish pieces for your home, your wardrobe and your children. Each piece in their numerous collections is designed around a calming colour palette of pure whites, warm beiges and soft greys. The White Company is particularly celebrated for its homeware, which ranges from subtle storage to pretty pieces for entertaining.

Banana Republic

Banana Republic supplies everyday fashion with not so ordinary fabrics. Even its staple pieces, such as its well-fitting t-shirts and jumpers, are made from luxurious fabrics including supple silks and rich cashmeres. With a design team dedicated to creating pieces that are both professional and individual, whole outfits can be instantly updated with any number of vibrant accessories on hand, whether it be a statement necklace or a man’s printed silk pocket square. To instantly update your wardrobe this autumn, Banana Republic’s knit blazers and plaid shirts are the perfect pieces to get you through the changing seasons.

Michael Kors

Since launching his namesake brand 30 years ago, Michael Kors has featured distinctive designs, materials and craftsmanship with a jet set aesthetic that combines stylish elegance with a sporty attitude. Over the years, it has successfully expanded beyond apparel into accessories including handbags, small leather goods, eyewear, jewellery, watches and footwear across their two primary collections; the Michael Kors luxury collection and the MICHAEL Michael Kors accessible luxury collection. Discover both collections in the brand’s Canary Wharf store.

schuh

Schuh is obsessed with, you guessed it, shoes. The company is a fan of a classic but they’re also fickle and love a trend – it changes its shoes like most people change their socks. Whether you’re a dedicated male or female Vans, Converse or Nike wearer, a lover of 6 inch heels, all about Dr. Martens, into discovering new brands or up for a bit of everything, schuh have it covered. Plus, you’ll now find schuh kids in the Canary Wharf store: it’s schuh for smaller feet. Same awesome brands, just littler. And, at schuh kids, they understand that comfy feet are as important as good looking feet, so the firm will help fit your new shoes too.

GODIVA

With a heritage dating back to 1926, Godiva has developed a worldwide reputation for excellence with a presence in over 70 countries. Inspired by the values of Lady Godiva - her passion, generosity, boldness and pioneering spirit - the company creates the ultimate chocolate experience. Combining craftsmanship and heritage, Godiva’s chocolates have become synonymous with luxury and innovation in the Belgian tradition, bringing the best of Belgium to the world and now to Canary Wharf.

www.canarywharf.com

@yourcanarywharf

SHOPPING Orlebar Brown

Orlebar Brown is a brand best known for its signature swim and beach shorts. However, its latest collection boasts simple but stylish men’s jackets, polos and sweats. Made using French fabrics and Italian zips, all Orlebar Brown’s tailored swim shorts are made in either the UK or Portugal. Known as ‘bridge items’ because of their versatility, these quick drying and versatile shorts are available in a range of styles and lengths.

COS

COS, Collection of Style, is a line for those who desire fashion that is both sophisticated and accessible. Designed in London by an in-house team, each collection stays true to the brand’s ethos of favouring timeless style over passing trends. An embracing of modern technology ensures each piece feels at once classic and modern. Stock up on staples from cotton t-shirts, silk shirts and jersey jumpers, while keeping a look out for unique musthaves, such as a shift dresses with a bright print, or a men’s canvas backpack. In store, knowledgeable customer service, streamlined interiors and beautiful packaging finish the luxurious COS experience.

www.canarywharf.com

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ASICS

ASICS’s Jubilee Place store will be the sixth ASICS store to open in Europe and will provide professional advice for runners and an extensive collection of footwear and apparel.The store will also be fitted with a high-tech Foot ID scanning system, which takes a 3D scan of your feet. The Dynamic Foot ID uses special test shoes, software and cameras to analyze your ‘gait cycle’ as you run on a treadmill. This data generates a personalized Foot ID to reveal which shoes best suit your running style. The Jubilee Place Extension will also be home to the following brands: bareMinerals, Emmett Shirts, Le Pain Quotidien, Oliver Bonas and Rituals.

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New track and motor company Classic American Muscle is answering every petrolhead’s dream as it launches its unique Ford Mustang experience. Whether clients choose the three-hour experience or the ten-mile option, they will be afforded the opportunity to spend time around the track in some of motoring’s most iconic cars. Four Mustang models with their own distinct characteristics for racing, as well as two Corvette Stingray models, will, according to Classic American Muscle’s director Ant Webb, invite “people to experience the raw driving thrills that these fantastic cars offer”. Passenger experiences are also available from Classic American Muscle, in which thrill-seekers who would rather relax and enjoy themselves than push the cars to the limits are escorted around the track by experienced professional drivers. D Ten-mile experience, £199; three-hour experience, £249, Classic American Muscle, classicamericanmuscle.co.uk

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No terrain appears too rugged for this Range Rover. On a journey in Morocco, through the sand dunes to the tarmac via palaces of luxury, the four-wheel drive lives up to its name, combining its iconic design with new features inside and out WORDS: Richard Yarrow

he usual rules of the road don’t apply in Morocco. Nominally, people drive on the right, but it’s pretty much a chaotic free-for-all. In rural areas, getting around is more about donkey power than horsepower and in the cities like Essaouira, on the coast where our journey in the all-new Range Rover began, and Marrakech, where it ended, the decades-old scooter is king. In typical Africanstyle, anywhere from one to four people will fit on the saddle. Two wheelers are also a popular way of carrying livestock and after two days on the Moroccan roads I

could write a book called 101 Ways To Get A Sheep Home From Market. Into this pandemonium came a flock of Range Rovers and the international media wanting to drive them. The car is considered by many to be the world’s finest luxury sports utility vehicle (SUV) and this is only the fourth new version since its 1970 debut. Ironically, Morocco was also considered as a venue for the launch back then, but for various reasons that never happened. One Land Rover executive said being here now felt like unfinished business. It’s an ideal spot for the versatile newcomer to prove its mettle because in the space of 300 miles drivers can experience every grade of tarmac,

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desert sand, rough gravel, boulder obstacles and, with a trip into the stunning Atlas Mountains, with rocky tracks and even snow. The brief for this car, five years in development, has been in part defined by its customers. They said: “Don’t change it, just make it better,” which is easier said than done. The result is a vehicle that’s 27mm longer than its predecessor, but still clearly a Range Rover. All the external styling cues are there, the ‘floating’ roof, split tailgate, clamshell bonnet. The lines are cleaner and more elegant and, despite its growth, the car still has a smaller footprint than the Audi Q7 and Mercedes GL. Inside, the slightly cluttered dashboard of the MkIII has been swept away in favour of a simpler design, with 50 per cent fewer switches. Much of the improvement is due to the ‘infotainment’ touchscreen, which dominates the centre console and houses one of several Meridian sound systems. An obvious tick on the options list for audiophiles is the mighty 1700watt set-up with 29 speakers. Buyers can choose between a three-seater bench or two individual chairs for the rear. There is 120mm more legroom in the back, and if that’s not enough a

LWB Range Rover is known to be in development for the first time. Expect to see that within 18 months. Land Rover is open about how the interior has been benchmarked against luxury brands such as Bentley rather than other 4x4 companies like Jeep. It’s hard to fault the offering; the Land Rover factory in the West Midlands can provide any one of 38 exterior paints, 16 interior colour themes, seven wood veneers, two roof finishes and seven alloy wheel designs with sizes ranging from 19 to 22 inches. Don’t expect to see too many Range Rovers looking the same unless they’ve deliberately been ordered that way. Perhaps the biggest story is the one you can’t see – its weight reduction. The aluminium bodyshell is 180kg lighter than before and the overall total is down by 420kg. Both are impressive achievements. It’s also 10 per cent more aerodynamic and the resulting performance figures (both environmental and otherwise) are staggering. The old 4.4-litre V8 diesel would get to 60mph in 7.4 seconds but had CO2 emissions of 253 g/km. Today, the 3.0-litre V6 has identical statistics but puts out just 196 g/km. There’s also a 22 per cent boost in fuel economy, up to 37.7 mpg, and if you want an even cleaner version, there will be a diesel hybrid coming very soon. Rather than head immediately east from Morocco’s Atlantic coast, we started south and followed the beach and its endlessly shifting dunes. With the Range Rover’s Terrain Response dial set for Sand and a little air let out of the tyres, the car was more than up to the task. Up or down the slopes, it coped admirably. Turning inland and to tarmac, we travelled through isolated, ramshackle rural communities. Avoiding the battered French cars – a hangover of Morocco’s colonial past – and directionless donkeys quickly became key to survival. Poverty takes many forms, and, despite the obvious differences, not least the £70,000+ vehicles we were driving, we were greeted with smiles and waves in every settlement. When we finally reached the motorway to Marrakech, it was all but empty, allowing us to appreciate the car’s exceptional ability as a high-speed cruiser. Bar a little wind noise from the large door mirrors, it’s also very quiet and refined. The standard eight-speed automatic transmission, with paddleshift

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manual override, provides swift and smooth changes. There was very little to dislike or criticise. For a little rest and relaxation, we rolled up at the Delano for an overnight pit stop, the newest luxury hotel to open in the area and a haven after the hustle and bustle of the driving day. A striking façade screens from view a welcoming and palatial hotel (with generously sized rooms and a top-notch spa). My favourite spot was the spectacular rooftop pool and bar with panoramic 360˚ views of the city and the imposing Atlas Mountains, into which we were due to head the following day. After a restful night, it was an early start, up switchback rocky tracks through a pass that peaks at 2,500 metres above sea level. It’s here that Land Rover’s 65 years of off-roading excellence comes to the fore. The car never missed a beat, proving what a capable machine it really is. The only issue was a few irritatingly audible rattles and squeaks from the interior trim, but given the hammering the car was taking that’s perhaps understandable. Back on the tarmac, they were gone. A second pit stop was at Palais Namaskar, which recently won the accolade of being Harper’s Bazaar’s Hotel of the Year for 2013. Words can’t describe this hotel; all I can say is that should you have the chance to go to Morocco, this must be where you stay. The Range Rover is like no other vehicle: a unique blend of British engineering skill and British craftsmanship. To get to its launch, 300 prototype vehicles have covered millions of test miles across the globe, in temperatures ranging from -40 to +50 degrees. They will have gone almost twice as high as we did and successfully waded through water 90 cm deep, 20 cm more than ever before, for hours on end. The result is a car that’s calm under pressure, refined like royalty and great fun to drive. Now I think it’s time to start on that book…

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A Need for speed... and space It has four (proper) seats, 450-litres of boot space and is wider than a Range Rover. Doubters don’t be fooled, the FF is still every bit a Ferrari WORDS: Henry Hopwood-Phillips

hile it may look like somebody has taken a cleaver to a coupé’s posterior, the style, known as a ‘shooting-brake’, can trace a lineage within the brand back to the iconoclastic 1962 Ferrari 250 GT SWB. Officially replacing the more understated 612 Scaglietti, the FF looks like its meaner, cooler big brother. Its headlights – raked back – glower, scowl and frown at any who would scoff at its hatchback hind. And mean business it does. With a 6.3L V12 engine producing 651 bhp, and a price-tag of around £230,000 – so far, so Ferrari. But what distinguishes the FF is the science beneath the stats. It’s the first of Ferrari’s series production models to be given four-wheel drive. Weighing 50 per cent less than conventional systems, it features a hydraulic coupling running from the front of the engine to direct the drive to front wheels via half shafts. The electronic systems then monitor wheel slip, yaw and steering angles. Engaging one of two forward gears, each a fraction higher than second and fourth gears respectively, produces torque vectoring, a sort of traction control that does not just use brakes to improve grip, but engine power too. In layman’s terms, the result is an improved translation

of power into speed and grip – better even than cars that can boast of superior power-to-weight ratios. This opens up all sorts of environments previously out of bounds to your standard supercar. But it’s the interior that really betrays the FF’s intercontinental-cruiser ambitions. At 1.95 metres wide it’s wider than a Ranger Rover and there’s certainly legroom for people who do not share my vertically-challenged frame. Aniline leather has been stretched over an interior that includes video-entertainment screens, leaving only the F1-inspired carbon-fibre steering wheel to remind drivers that the car could outrun almost every other motor on the road. This is a car with four seats, a 450-litre boot and a red button that starts an engine that can hit 208 mph. This is not the sort of car that sits in a very large field of competitors. The nearest is perhaps the Bentley Continental, but that sits quite firmly in a more sedate, grander, cruiser tradition; it’s heavier and slower and it makes no concessions to testosterone. Finding a 400-metre runner who can win the 100-metre and 5,000metre races in all conditions is an incredibly hard thing to do. Yet Ferrari has managed it. The car ticks all the boxes, even the ones you wouldn’t expect it to tick. And I can’t help but feel, now that I’ve driven it, that I really, really want one.

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breathtaking The new Audi RS6 Avant isn’t just quick; it’s oh-my-goodness-you’ve-got-to-be-kidding quick WORDS: Matthew CarteR

oming up behind a dawdling previous-generation Ford Fiesta, I hang back until the road is clear ahead. Then I check the mirror, flick the indicator and put my foot down. Almost a very big mistake. This thing accelerates so damn quickly that I almost bury it into the back of the Fiesta rather than overtake. Only a desperate last-minute twitch of the wheel rescues me from the ultimate humiliation. My excuse? I’ve only just got behind the wheel of the Audi and, even though I knew it was pretty rapid, I hadn’t appreciated its in-gear acceleration is supercar fast. It fair takes your breath away. A supercar is quick, exotic and expensive. It’s invariably a two-seater with a mid-mounted engine driving the rear wheels: think McLaren, Ferrari, Lamborghini… the usual suspects. This Audi is certainly rapid, but it’s far from exotic. And although it costs from £77,000, (the test car, loaded with all manner of options, is closer to £92k) that’s cheap alongside a Prancing Horse or a Raging Bull. And it’s got one thing your average supercar can only dream about: space.

For this Audi is the latest RS6 Avant, a fantastic combination of warp factor speed, a sure-footed quattro four-wheel-drive chassis and practicality, all wrapped up in a Q-car body that won’t generate a second glance. The RS6 is no supercar… it’s better than that. The RS6 Avant has been around since 2002, with this version being the third generation. On paper, though, things don’t look promising. The previous version had a bi-turbo 5.0-litre V10 engine – as used in the Lamborghini Gallardo – stuffed under the bonnet from where it distributed 571 hp to all four wheels. This one has an Audi engine, a bi-turbo 4.0-litre V8, producing ‘only’ 553 hp. It might have two fewer cylinders and lacks a litre, but that’s all that’s missing. Rather, the new RS6 Avant is 100kg lighter and considerably quicker than its more powerful predecessor: just 3.7 seconds from 0-62mph with a potential maximum of 189mph if you’re prepared to pay to have the 155mph top speed limiter removed. And this V8 is much cleverer than the old V10. For starters, it spends its time as a four-cylinder engine when the full eight aren’t needed… and that means lower emissions and better, much better, fuel economy.

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Not that economy will be uppermost when you try sprung suspension. The full production models will its party trick. Find a quiet stretch of empty road, bring have air suspension as standard and that will make the the car to a halt and put all the electronic aids (and ride even smoother. there are dozens of them) to Sport or Dynamic. Then Only the steering lacks a little sparkle. You’re never bury the throttle into the carpet and prepare to have going to enjoy the steering precision of a mid-engined your senses assaulted… getting to 62mph from rest in supercar when behind the wheel of a large four-wheelunder four seconds means progress is violent, brutal drive estate with the engine hung over the front wheels, even. And unbelievably exhilarating. but even so, the Audi steering is more dead than alive. If you value your licence, though, you won’t So it goes like stink, corners as if on rails be doing that too often. What you will do (once and, relatively speaking, doesn’t cost the earth. you’ve remembered how rapid it is) is revel in But there’s more to its talents: it’s one of the Car: Audi RS6 Avant its overtaking ability. They say that overtaking most practical cars out there. The boot is vast, Price: £76,985 is the most dangerous aspect of driving a car, as especially with the rear seats folded, though Engine: 3,993cc, bi-turbo the time you spend on the ‘wrong’ side of the you’ll need to remember you’ve bunged the V8 petrol road leaves you exposed to oncoming traffic. Labradors in the back before you start treating Power: 553 hp Not in the RS6. It is so rapid that whole every journey as a track-day experience. Performance: 155mph lines of cars can be dispensed in the blink of an The cabin is roomy, too, and as with all max, 0-62mph in 3.9 secs eye. Given the brief time you spend exposed to Audis it’s beautifully screwed together. And Drive: Four-wheel drive, oncoming traffic this, then, has got to be one of it’s discreet. Ignore the optional and tacky eight-speed automatic the safest cars on the roads. ‘carbon styling package including air intake Pretty safe through the twisty stuff too. duct with quattro logo (£4,250, kerr-ching)’ and Audi has spent decades perfecting its quattro you’ve got something that simply doesn’t draw four-wheel-drive chassis and the RS6 is as surefooted as attention to itself. Given its performance potential, that they come. Finding the limit of grip, wet or dry, is near is A Good Thing. impossible at fast road speeds… it just hangs on and on Audi should sell thousands. Except it won’t. The and on. total UK high-performance estate market is tiny, around The downside is that if you like sliding the back end 700 examples a year, so you’re never going to see many of your car or drifting it through roundabouts, the on the roads. sheer clinical effectiveness of the Audi will leave you That said, the Audi is in a class of three just now, as cold. Me, I like feeling a little chilled. the AMG Mercedes E-class estate and M-B AMG CLS Nor does it ride badly for an Audi. Almost by Shooting Brake are just about the only direct rivals until tradition Audis go, stop and handle well, but suffer a Jaguar produces an estate version of the XFR-S saloon. ride that removes fillings. The RS6 doesn’t for some But if you’re looking for a fast estate with four-wheel reason, even though the test car had conventional steeldrive, then the Audi is in a class of its own.

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The Bank of England has opened the doors to its gold and cash vaults with a free app that invites you on a virtual tour behind the scenes at Threadneedle Street. The app invites you to explore previously unseen panoramic views of its rarely viewed gold vaults. As one of the largest stores of gold in the world, within the vault lies more than 400,000 gold bars: each bar weighing around 13kg and worth around £350,000 each. The app also details some of the bank’s infamous tales, including the bank clerk giant who was buried in the bank’s guarded grounds to scupper bodysnatchers, and the sewer worker whose honesty saved the bank millions after he accidentally broke into the vault through an old drain he was replacing. The app includes beautiful photos and information about its Garden Court and architecture. It also includes a feature called ‘Know Your Banknotes’, which guides you through the numerous security features on every English bank note. D The Bank of England Virtual Tour app, download at bankofengland.co.uk

business digest The Changing Face Of Investment eToro has become the world’s leading investment network by applying a social media approach to investment that encourages users to watch and copy the trades of more successful traders. Nothing is hidden, copying is key and the best traders are willing to share their secrets with thousands. With three million registered users from 200 countries all over the world, eToro tells Canary Wharf why their way is the way of the future.

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Do many of eToro’s members have a financial background?

US Banks Lead Profit Boom Investment Morgan Stanley has reported a net income of £644 million for its second quarter of the year, up 66 per cent from the same period last year. Not alone, rival Citigroup had an increase in revenue up 58 per cent from a year earlier. US banks are faring well overall, boosted by a stabilising US economy and the efforts of the Federal Reserve to boost growth and employment. So much so that JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs and Bank of America all saw significant profit increases in their last quarters. D morganstanley.com

The vast majority of eToro users are members of the general public, and are using eToro as well as working their day jobs. We have everyone – from fire marshals to IT engineers – the only constant is that they want somewhere to invest their money in an open and transparent way. Of course, we do have some users from professional financial backgrounds, and the mixing of these users and the general public gives rise to the perfect educational and social environment. It encourages information-sharing between all users and allows everyone to learn from each other. This mix is unique to eToro and nurtures veteran and rookie traders alike.

Does encouraging users to copy successful traders inhibit them from making their own high-risk, highreturn investments? The ‘Copy-Trader’ system works to encourage responsible trading – however it doesn’t inhibit those who want to pursue a high-risk, high-return strategy. Having analysed the data from the eToro community, we found that copy-trading was 30 per cent more profitable than manual trading.

In our experience, traders who are being copied by a lot of people tend to grow more socially responsible and much more risk averse in their trading and investment strategies. Far from being a hindrance though, the wisdom of the crowd helps both traders and copiers by discouraging everyone from engaging in overly risky behaviour. We’re also committed to responsible trading; as such, each account has default limitation features which users have to decide to opt out of. As a platform for trading, eToro is for everyone – it isn’t an exclusive club just for wealthy, experienced investors to play risky hands with high stakes. By encouraging responsible trading for everyone, we allow users with backgrounds outside finance to enter the world of trading and invest with confidence.

If social trading is the future of the economy, will companies benefit from having diverse stock holders with smaller shares? Yes. Not only do we believe that social investment networks are the future of finance, but we believe that it’s already happening. Old models of investment are in decline, the revolution has begun: more than 2,000 people join our network every day. Companies stand to gain a great deal from having a diverse array of shareholders. For the first time, the shareholders will be the people who share the company’s values, and are not only interested in making a profit. This will enable a different kind of connection between consumers and brands and ultimately deliver a much more engaged, empowered consumer base.

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RISE OF WOMEN IN FTSE

A study by recruitment firm Korn/ Ferry Whitehead Mann found that 47 per cent of first-time appointments to the FTSE 350 in 2012 were women, compared to 11 per cent in 2007. The research also found a seven per cent rise in the number of positions going to first-time appointees in 2012, compared to the previous five years. Female appointments of note include Lena Wilson and Deirdre Mahlan who were appointed non-executive directors of Intertek and Experian respectively. D kornferry.com

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The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has lent his support to proposals to redevelop the Shell Centre site on the South Bank. Lambeth Council’s Planning Committee and Greater London Authority have approved the 1.45 million sq ft scheme led by joint developers Canary Wharf Group and Qatari Diar. The plans will transform the office site into a multifunctional development comprising office and retail space and new residential space incorporating up to 877 new homes, including affordable housing. The highly sustainable development is intended for completion in 2019. D shellcentredialogue.com

Sector Salvaging

Lloyds TSB Commercial Banking has found that British business confidence has reached its strongest level since January 2008, according to its ‘Business in Britain’ report. Confidence has increased across all regions and sectors in the UK – in particular the construction and manufacturing sectors – which hints at a longed-for rebalancing of the UK economy. The twice-yearly report, now in its 21st year, canvassed the views of nearly 1,800 UK businesses and revealed that firms’ expectations of stronger profits, orders and sales over the next six months is the main cause of the confidence. D lloydstsb.com

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KPMG selects Canary Wharf for new London office

KPMG recently announced it is to move 1,100 jobs from the firm’s Salisbury Square office in the City to 30 North Colonnade at Canary Wharf in 2015. The firm will occupy 200,000 sq ft. across the top eight floors of the building, which is owned in a joint venture by Fimalac and Hearst Corporation. 30 North Colonnade was selected by KPMG owing to the quality of the building, and the collaboration advantages of adjoining the existing 15 Canada Square HQ. Jim Marsh, COO at KPMG, said: “The decision to relocate our City office to 30 North Colonnade offers KPMG a unique opportunity to accommodate all of our London partners and staff in one central location, enabling enhanced collaboration opportunities which will ensure KPMG continues to provide the best service for our clients. This is in addition to providing a top quality working environment for our staff in a location which has proved successful for KPMG following the relocation from various offices within the City in 2010.”

Future Cities & Level39 join forces

The UK’s Future Cities movement is set to receive a major boost, thanks to a new initiative by the Future Cities Catapult and Level39, Europe’s largest accelerator space for financial, retail and future city technologies, based at Canary Wharf. A series of executive breakfasts, interviews and a showcase event at the end of September 2013 will be held to explore the potential for new and existing financial models to fund future cities technologies. Launched in March this year, the Future Cities Catapult is an independent innovation centre set up by the Technology Strategy Board (TSB), which aims to help UK businesses develop cutting-edge, high-value urban solutions and then sell them to the world. The Catapult will unite business, city governments, innovators and academia to run a series of large-scale pilot projects that address how cities can become more economically active, while lowering their environmental footprint and moving towards a low-carbon economy.

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Level39 and Dassault Systèmes launch ‘3D FinTech Challenge’

Level39 at Canary Wharf, Europe’s largest accelerator space for finance, retail and future city technologies has formed a strategic partnership with Dassault Systèmes, one of Europe’s leading software firms. In the first phase of this relationship, Dassault Systèmes will sponsor The 3D FinTech Challenge 2013 accelerator programme. The 3D FinTech Challenge will focus on the visualisation of client data within the financial services sector. It will offer up to seven highpotential technology start-ups incubation space at Level39, mentoring from financial institutions and investors and multiple prizes. These prizes include cash and resource to develop innovative prototypes. The programme is set for launch in Q3 2013. Companies can apply to enter the 3D FinTech Challenge 2013 at f6s.com/3dfintechchallenge2013 D level39.co

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Locking horns Financial organisations need to build trust, instead they’re just making people mad WORDS: Andy Rosenbaum

ustomer rage at banks, brokerages, wealth managers and insurers has reached record levels in the UK. The Financial Ombudsman Service, the independent agency responsible for handling complaints from people who can’t get satisfaction from the firms they work with, has seen the number of angry voices raised increase by 92 per cent in the past year. What becomes apparent from the report of the Financial Ombudsman is that financial services firms largely aren’t getting the customer experience right. “As levels of confidence in financial services have eroded, it is disappointing that we still haven’t seen any significant improvement in complaints handling. Too many financial businesses still seem unable to sort

out problems themselves, without the ombudsman having to get involved,” the Financial Ombudsman said in a statement in May. What does this mean to our retail financial services industry? “At a time when every type of financial services firm is under pressure to produce improved results under difficult conditions, providing a better customer experience can become a crucial factor,” warns Gina Sverdlov, an analyst with Forrester Research which specialises in customer insights. “Yet, because the financial services industry has traditionally been focused on client accounts, and not on the clients themselves, a sea-change is necessary. Nor should people in the industry think that digitalising everything will solve the problem; interface with customers will always ultimately depend on making it all work – on the screen, on the phone, in person.”

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“The rewards are certainly there for providers who can improve client satisfaction – our research clearly shows that satisfaction directly impacts client retention and share of wallet and secures referrals and recommendations from clients,” says Stuart Rutherford, research director of the London-based Ledbury Research which tracks the behaviour of high net worth individuals. The crux of the problem is indeed there. Expertise in financial services is supposed to make clients more money. That is what clients are supposed to expect. If that service is, in fact, being provided, the theory has always been that clients should be happy. There has never been much thought devoted to making clients happy in terms of what happens to them when they visit a bank branch or talk to a representative on the phone. Yet a client’s confidence can be seriously eroded by a bad experience with the representatives of a financial services organisation, points out Srini Venkateswaran, a consultant in financial services with Booz & Company. “Dealing with a bank or insurer is complicated and time-consuming; the customer receives impersonal treatment and little recognition; the customer is not in control or empowered to make decisions; and the customer gets no help engaging with friends and family on financial matters. By providing better solutions, banks can improve their ability to demonstrate value to consumers, which is essential for increasing pricing power and acceptance,” he explains. So what are banks, brokerages and wealth managers doing that is so wrong? As it happens, not all of them are failing at the customer experience. First of all, the private banks and the top wealth managers, who sit at the apex of the financial services pyramid, are getting it right, according to studies by Ledbury Research. Client satisfaction with traditional private banks was rated very

high by nearly three-quarters of their clients, according to Ledbury. One should understand that private banks dedicate considerable resources to their upscale clients. For example, a call to the bank is usually handled personally by a banker that the client would know by name. This is rather different from what happens to a call to a mass-market bank’s data centre. Yet there is no reason why the mass-market, high-street banks shouldn’t get these calls handled to a customer’s satisfaction. Much depends, explains Sverdlov, on the institutional culture. It’s all about communication. Even the private banks can improve in this area. Says Rutherford: “One key area to focus on when trying to improve satisfaction is communication between clients and their main providers and main contacts. We know from talking to high net worth individuals (HNWIs) that they want more phone calls, updates and face-to-face meetings, but HNWIs don’t just want more communication, they also want more relevant and clear information. Indeed, we’ve found that a common cause of HNWIs’ dissatisfaction with main providers was ‘irrelevant communication.’” How can they get it right? “What financial services firms seem to lack is the human touch,” comments Cris Beswick, a consultant with cultureconsultancy. com, which specialises in making corporate culture more robust. “Rules, procedures, regulation and compliance have all crept their way into organisations as they have become more complex, and this is a phenomenon of particular strength in the financial services sector. Despite efforts to build ‘relationships’ with customers, most organisations only see that as a necessary evil in order to sell. We must never forget that customers are actually ‘human’ even if we are dealing with them online, digitally, virtually not just face-to-face.

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Regardless of your product or service, the one thing that will guarantee that your customers return, that you build a ‘following’ is providing an amazing experience. That ultimately shapes your brand. Innovation and agility should be at the heart of organisations, building customer experience as the competitive advantage.” Sverdlov agrees that it is human feeling that is really behind the choices consumers make in financial services. “The most important attributes that move the needle on their purchase intent relate to the way banks treat their customers. The top driver for purchase intent is the perception of the bank being trustworthy,” she insists. Her research is confirmed by a recent study by Standard Life insurance, which suggests that the main

“The most important attributes that move the needle on their purchase intent relate to the way that banks treat their customers” reason for which most British adults seek professional financial advice is because of the emotional reassurance that such advice offers. The occasion for seeking advice may be practical, but what the client wants is to feel secure, the study shows1. Mark Mullen, CEO of retail bank First Direct, agrees. His bank has been highly ranked for its customer experience by the Institute of Customer Service. For First Direct, a corporate culture that emphasises reliability is very important. “Culture is everything – especially as a bank that doesn’t see its customers,” he said in a recent interview. The fact of the matter is that you probably won’t speak to the same person twice if you speak to First Direct. So how do you manage to create a level of consistency and reliability throughout the relationship? You can’t do that if you haven’t got really well-defined processes, really simple products and really consistently wellrecruited and well-trained people. Because it wouldn’t work if you had to reinvent yourself every time you called us.” If that worked in practice at many financial services organisations, the whole industry would have a better reputation. Perhaps those in the industry should take such ideas to heart, especially considering that public opinion of banking and financial services is at its nadir at present. “Brits seek emotional comfort when taking financial advice,” Insurance Daily, 19 October, 2012

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BUSINESS TRAVEL Essential information for anyone who travels the world for work

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Qatar Airways has opened its first central-London ticket office. Located in Harrods, it will cater for the wealthy travellers who shop at the iconic department store and live in neighbouring Knightsbridge and Kensington. At the ticket office, which is conveniently located next to Harrods’ bank, customers will be able to book flights to more than 128 destinations around the world and take advantage of the airline’s personalised booking service. The move was explained by Qatar Airways as a way to associate luxury with luxury – and to meet the oil-rich nation’s shoppers on their own stomping ground. However, it is not Harrods’ first foray into Qatar; Mohammed Al-Fayed forged a close link to the Arab state when he sold Harrods, Harrods Estates and its charter air service for £1.5 billion to investment company Qatar Holdings in May 2010, when he retired. D harrods.com

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APEX CITY OF LONDON HOTEL

One of three Apex Hotels in central London, the Apex City of London hotel boasts 179 rooms and suites, complimentary wi-fi and local calls and an award-winning restaurant, Addendum Restaurant & Bar. Geared towards business, the hotel has three versatile events spaces featuring DVD players, LCD screens, flip charts, monitors, data projectors and printers. Stay in the loop with a complimentary local-calls package and a courtesy mail and messaging service. Remember to look out for Apex City of London’s frequent business packages too and special offers that vary from free jugs of Pimm’s, to reduced rates. D Double room from £216 per night, apexhotels.co.uk

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PULI HOTEL AND SPA, SHANGHAI

Just like the Shanghai itself, The PuLi Hotel and Spa is a place where eastern and western comforts coincide. Since the introduction of the 72-hour visa-free transit in Shanghai, travelling to this vibrant metropolis for business has never been so easy. The PuLi Hotel and Spa has launched a new business package that includes meeting room rental, special lunches and other exclusive benefits, as well as 24-hour butler service. Meeting spaces include a garden terrace, private dining rooms and a multifunctional event space that can hold up to 150 people, while tranquil rooms and suites are available in a variety of sizes and offer views of Shanghai’s futuristic skyline. D Meeting package from £62 per person, per half-day, thepuli.com

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British Airways has become the first UK airline to use Panasonic Toughpad tablets to help crew and engineers improve flight turnaround times. Engineers and crew can use the tablets to log flights, review fuel data to create reports for carbon emissions and review information such as de-icing procedures in cold weather. It’s been a busy month for BA which will be operating flights between London City Airport and Germany’s capital of finance and international business, Dusseldorf, from 1 September.

On 17 July, Heathrow submitted three options for solving the lack of hub airport capacity in the UK. All three options are cheaper than building a new hub airport. Every option revolves around building a third terminal and would raise Heathrow’s capacity to 740,000 flights a year (from the current limit of 480,000). This would cater for a total of 130 million passengers per annum, allowing the UK to compete with its international rivals and provide capacity at the UK’s hub airport for the foreseeable future. D heathrowairport.com

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A global survey of 10,000 travellers by the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has shown that a lack of internet connection is the greatest annoyance for business travellers. Some 40 per cent of travellers said it was their biggest stress factor, ahead of difficult transport links (26 per cent) and noisy locations (24 per cent).

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The Hong Kong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited, (HSH) and property group Grosvenor have entered into a 50:50 joint venture partnership to redevelop a 1.5 acre site opposite the gardens of Buckingham Palace. Clement K.M. Kwok, managing director and chief executive officer of HSH, commented: “London is one of the world’s most important financial centres and a key international gateway city for business tourism. This project is consistent with our group’s long-term strategy, representing our desire to further expand in Europe.” D hshgroup.com

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Euorstar has reported that the number of business passengers increased by three per cent in the second quarter of this year, while sales revenues grew seven per cent in the first half from £425 million to £453 million. Nicolas Petrovic, chief executive of Eurostar, commented: “The overall outlook for the business markets is more positive, reflecting signs of greater [UK] economic stability. We have seen a return to more normal patterns of business travel, which were impacted negatively in the first half of 2012, ahead of the opening of the London Olympic Games.” D eurostar.com

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Marina Bay Sands hotel

Singapore [Business Destination]

AIMEE LATIMER heads to Singapore for work and hunts

out the best spots for entertaining clients and enjoying some much needed time off

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he meteoric speed in which Singapore became a world-leading financial centre is reflected in every aspect of the diverse city-state. Singapore’s futuristic skyline of brightly lit skyscrapers stretching out from a vibrant, colourful city is recognised around the globe. As one of the five busiest ports in the world and home to a strong economy built on finance, manufacturing, import and export, the citystate is buzzing with technology and culture. As a city geared for business, taxis are plentiful and hotels are high-tech. Singapore is a city plugged in 24/7 and yet it has a distinct character too, rooted in everything from its colourful townhouses crammed into winding streets and its distinctive Restaurant Andre tower blocks, creating a unique historical and cultural patchwork. When looking for somewhere to stay, choose one of the most ambitious buildings the travel industry has ever seen. The Marina Bay Sands hotel has three towers, on top of which is balanced a curving sky park covered in palm trees, plants and a 150-metre infinity swimming pool which spills out to a panoramic view of Singapore’s dazzling rooftops. $8 billion went into making this hotel, and it shows. A venue with style and substance, the 2,561-room hotel is home to Singapore’s largest and most flexible exhibition and convention space, which holds 45,000 delegates, 2,000 exhibition booths and accommodates 250 meeting rooms. It also boasts steam rooms, fitness centres and seven restaurants including Sky on floor 57, where you can dine on mushroom cappuccino and roasted crackling suckling pig al fresco at the highest point of the hotel. For a city-state that has experienced multiple changes of rule, you might expect Singapore to feel culturally disjointed. However, this is a place that embraces its diversity – indeed, it even has four official languages: English, Malay, Chinese and Tamil. One brilliant product of Singapore’s variety is its applauded restaurant scene, a highlight of which is Restaurant Andre. In 2013, the restaurant was voted Singapore’s Best Restaurant and it is regularly included in lists of the world’s 50 Best Restaurants. Head chef André Chiang chose to open his restaurant in a 19th-centuary terrace house with antler lampshades and thick carpet

in Singapore’s historic Chinatown. The Mediterraneaninfluenced menu has dishes made with only a handful of ingredients, but created with ample theatrics, such as the squid risotto, where grain-sized squid pieces are meticulously chopped to stand in for rice. Seating just 30 diners, it is intimate and exclusive, making it an ideal location to entertain high-profile clients. Singapore’s directory of restaurants reads like a guide to the world’s top dining haunts – Aoki, La Strada and Bistro Du Vin and Les Ami are all applauded venues located in the heart of the city. Lovers of fine wine are strongly recommended to visit Les Amis, home to one of the largest cellars in south-east Asia, comprising 200 labels worth more than $5 million. Or Iggy’s, originally founded in 2004 in Singapore’s Regent Hotel, Iggy’s moved in late 2010 to a sleek new space with a separate dessert bar in the Hilton Hotel. With the move came an updated menu of fresher and cleaner dishes, heavily rooted in a fascination with Japan. The wine selection is less all-encompassing than Les Amis, but just as intriguing, with sparkling sake a particular highlight. Singapore is home to numerous shopping malls, nightlife haunts and restaurants, making the city feel constantly awake. However, if you want to experience something of an ever-faster pace, the Singapore Grand Prix returns to the city on 20-22 September. The two-day schedule features performers, parades and parties spilling out of the park circuit and into every corner of the city. Headlining acts include Rihanna, taking to the centre stage on 22 September for her 2013 Diamond World Tour, and a performance by The Killers the day before. More exciting still, is that Singapore will host Formula 1’s only night-race through the urban-embedded Marina Bay Street Circuit. Watching supercars racing through streets bleached white with flood lighting, through such a densely populated area, is an unparalleled sight. The whole city revs up with the Grand Prix, turning Singapore into a playground for the hardcore car fanatics and the high-rollers stopping by for the glamour, and everyone in between. Singapore is not a business destination in which to spend slouched over a laptop in a dingy hotel room, it’s a city that needs to be seen.

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One on One

One Canada Square Restaurant and Bar opens this month in none other than the iconic One Canada Square. Canary Wharf’s latest dining hotspot is the brainchild of Tom and Ed Martin of the award-winning ETM Group behind The Botanist on Sloane Square and The Jugged Hare in the City. The interiors of the 30-cover bar and 100-cover mezzanine restaurant are designed by the renowned architects at David Collins Studio. To blend the restaurant into the iconic lobby of one of London’s tallest buildings, a combination of stainless-steel bars are combined with grand staircases. Banquette-seating with chairs upholstered in rich leather will form the main thrust of the seating area, while inside the kitchen, ex-Ivy Club head chef Jamie Dobbin will be creating dishes inspired by Europe, the USA and Asia, and made from local British produce. The restaurant and bar will be open Monday to Friday from 7am to midnight and on Saturdays from 9am to midnight. Not just for those who work in the area, brunch on Saturdays is served until 5pm to feed the locals. Tom Martin, co-founder of ETM Group, said: “We are delighted to have been given the opportunity to launch a brand new restaurant and cocktail bar at the epicentre of Canary Wharf...we love this dynamic and constantly developing area.” D One Canada Square, onecanadasquarerestaurant.com

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Fit for a King The doors of Dubai’s Burj Al Arab hotel are a gateway to an otherworldly level of luxury. Inside the hotel’s sail-shaped silhouette lie 201 suites with a staff-to-suite ratio of 8:1 – one of the highest in the world. When staying in the Royal Suite, your experience begins the moment you step into your personal elevator. Arriving on the top floor, an exclusive 24-carat gold iPad is offered to each Royal Suite guest on check-in, which can be used to request concierge services at the touch of a button.

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From long-haul retreats and weekend breaks, to chic city stopovers and tropical hideaways, these are some of the world’s top haunts

AKA is a luxury brand of serviced residences specialising in the increasing nomadic culture of travellers who have – or want – to be in a place for a week or longer. AKA offers residents the perfect balance between the privacy of their own apartment and the services of an intimate hotel. AKA’s Central Park property’s one-bedroom penthouse has a private wrap-around terrace where residents are invited to camp under New York’s stars on a plush double bed, with midnight movie screenings and Champagne for two. D AKA Central Park, stayaka.com

Try something truly unique… Veryfirstto.com is a website that invites travellers to experience once-in-alifetime trips. Famous for its decadent and completely unique travel experiences, veryfirstto.com is now offering food lovers the opportunity to embark on a fantasy foodie holiday. On the trip, one couple will visit all 109 Michelin three-star restaurants for £182,000. The six-month trip will feature visits to top-rated restaurants located in 12 countries across the globe, to try legendary pineapple bubbles at Arzak to Heston Blumenthal’s famous Sounds of the Sea at The Fat Duck. The couple will visit the venues at a pace of approximately one every other day, their stay broken up by nights spent in five-star hotels including Trump International in New York and Claridge’s in London. A donation of £1,500 will be made to the charity The Prince’s Trust on the purchase of the trip.

If all that eating seems a bit too much, then the company’s gambling holiday of a lifetime also has serious wow factor. The £96,000 experience includes travelling to the world’s top 12 casinos in eight different destinations, over four weeks. Highlights of the trip include the legendary Caesar’s Palace on the neon-lit Las Vegas Strip; one of the world’s first casinos, The Casino de Monte Carlo; the tropical splendour of Atlantis Bahamas; and the world’s largest casino, The Venetian Macao. D veryfirstto.com

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Destination

NICE AIMEE LATIMER travels to beautiful Nice, often renowned for its social life, but enjoys some unexpected privacy WHERE TO STAY: Le Negresco The stunning Le Negresco hotel captures the decadence of France’s old world through a series of art-lined walls, sweeping suites and astute customer service. The Royal Suite is one of its most beautiful interpretations of French Riviera style. Located under Le Negresco’s dome, the rounded shape of the room houses two living rooms and allows natural light to flood the space both in the morning and afternoon. Le Negresco has a two Michelin-starred restaurant, Le Chantecler. The theatrical dishes, inspired by Provence, are just as sumptuous as you’d expect from a restaurant with its own 15,000-bottle wine cellar. D hotel-negresco-nice.com

WHERE TO EAT: Saison Nice

There are a number of Michelin-starred restaurants in Nice, and not only is Saison Nice a must-visit, it is also the only destination for Japanese food on the coast. The menu features classic dishes such as beautifully light tempura and fresh sashimi. However, look out for a few quirky house-creations such as green-tea tiramisu and foie gras sushi. D saison-nice.com

WHAT TO DO: Hire a yacht Take to the water and rent a luxury yacht for the day or week. Boatbookings.com has a selection of crewed motor yachts that port in Nice and can cruise you and your companions across the Mediterranean Sea. Stay in beautifully fitted out cabins, enjoy on-board dining and experience the ultimate luxury – absolute privacy. D boatbookings.com

From top to bottom: Rooftop view of Nice; Front view of La Negresco Hotel; Art-lined walls of La Negresco Hotel; Le Negresco’s Chantecler restaurant; Plage Nice Beaurivage

DON’T MISS: A private beach for two The most well-known beach in Nice is the Promenade des Anglais, a curving promenade backed by a simple walkway – it’s pretty but crowded. Fortunately, Nice has a number of private beaches, the best of which is Plage Beau Rivage. You’ll spot it by the blue-and-white striped parasols and the sound of guests chattering in the cocktail bar, tapas in hand. Rent a VIP bed on the beach and enjoy the Champagne package for two; recline on a double mattress under a canvas awning with towels, a plate of fresh fruit and Taittinger Champagne or a bottle of chilled white or pink Chapelle Ste Roseline. D Champagne package, €115, plagenicebeaurivage.com

British Airways operate flights to Nice from London City Airport, Gatwick and Heathrow. There are daily flights from London City, three flights a day from Gatwick and up to seven daily flights from Heathrow. Passengers travelling from London City benefit from a fast-track check-in to aircraft experience.

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Paradise

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A tropical escape in the heart of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius’ reputation is justified; an intoxicating blend of colours and flavours, there is no end to the wonders of this unique island WORDS: JENNY BARRETT

itting on my patio at dusk, I watch the white ripple of waves tumbling over the coral reef across the horizon. A calm indigo lagoon lies between the beach and the depths of the ocean, but wherever I go along the picturesque coastline, I can hear the distant rumble of the swelling sea. Before coming to Mauritius, I’d heard the famous quote by Mark Twain that this island was the blueprint for heaven itself, and it was exactly what I had hoped; a secluded and tranquil paradise with golden sunshine, talcum-powder sand and warm turquoise water. I left behind the rain in London and, after a 12-hour flight, I finally saw a lone land mass emerge from the expanse of cerulean blue. The small island of Mauritius lies deep in the southern Indian Ocean, more than 2,000 kilometres off the south-eastern coast of Africa and, as you might expect, it boasts some of the world’s most idyllic beaches, rivalling those of the Maldives or the Caribbean. As a beach destination, Mauritius certainly has a lot going for it. It is a year-round destination, with the climate fluctuating by only a few degrees over 12 months. It’s safe, clean and easily combined with a more adventurous safari trip to the African mainland or Madagascar. It boasts more than 93 miles of pristine white beaches and azure lagoons, protected from rough ocean currents by the third largest coral reef in the world. Unlike some other dreamy island getaways, you can fly direct from the UK to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport; when you land you’ll notice a refreshing lack of jet lag (it’s only four hours ahead of the UK). I am staying at The Residence, a top luxury resort on the east of the island near the small town of Belle Mare, which is home to some of the country’s best beaches. The setting does not disappoint; the hotel’s grand openplan reception looks out over the huge but quiet pool, which seemingly merges into the infinite ocean waters. The hotel is spread out, villa-style, among lush emerald gardens, with curious tropical birds and fluorescent flowers dotted among the foliage. My ocean-front

bedroom is beautifully designed, with a four-poster bed and a large marble bathroom. The French doors and windows reflect the brilliant turquoise of the lagoon, which stands out against the room’s elegant cream palette. My private patio is merely a few steps from the white pristine beach that winds and bends into a shallow spit further along the coast. If you’re an active type, an array of activities available at The Residence will you keep you more than busy; make the most of the top-quality gym, yoga and meditation studio, luxury spa (specialising in Carita treatments), several tennis courts and a beach house offering watersports. But I soon learn that there is much to discover about Mauritius itself. More than just sun, sea and sand, this African island has a rich and unusual history, giving it a culture unlike any other. Discovered by the Portuguese in 1498, ruled by the Dutch and French during the 18th century and conquered by the British in 1810, Mauritius has a unique combination of colonial influences. On our days spent exploring the island, we drive through seas of sugar palms and pass hilly towns with curious French names. Our guide shares the unusual etymology of the town names, such as Curepipe, derived from the French for curer sa pipe, once a place where the French would clean and refill their pipes. The sheltered, leafy lanes of the island are lined with stunning architecture, a mélange of tropical colours and European designs. Added to the mix are the strong Indian and Hindu flavours brought by the Indian immigrants of the early 20th century. Much like its ‘rainbow’ flag, Mauritius today is a colourful blend of vibrant cultures. This is particularly noticeable in the cuisine; an intoxicating fusion of Indian, African and French flavours, combined with an abundant supply of the most succulent and fresh seafood on Earth. The Residence brilliantly harnesses this mix of flavours in its two main restaurants, which are gastronomic destinations in themselves. The Dining Room is set against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean and is partly open-air, allowing the sea breeze

‘This island was the blueprint for heaven itself, and it was exactly what I had hoped’

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to waft in. The menu is fresh and sophisticated; the scallop carpaccio is exquisite and I opt for the delicious red tuna fish steak on more than one occasion. The other restaurant at The Residence, The Plantation, is located at the northern tip of the hotel’s quiet beach and is renowned across the island. It is pitched as the more high-end of the two, but in my mind both were of an equal (and exceptional) standard. The Plantation is set in a beautiful colonial house with a wrap-around porch, with dark wood decking and white pillars that extend out onto the beach. The decking is peppered with antiques, flowing white drapes and gentle music drifting through the space from old gramophones, accompanied by the sound of the night-time lagoon. The menu has an original approach, divided into sections based on flavour; an Indian spicy and Silk Road section, a far-Eastern-influenced section and a selection of traditional Creole dishes, all with a fresh and modern twist. Coupled with an excellent and varied selection of wine, I am certainly in the heaven Mark Twain described. It’s clear that the hotel has paid attention to the history and culture of Mauritius, noticeable in both its cuisine and décor. The open-plan communal areas are home to authentic vintage maps and paintings, sepia-tone photographs, the twinkling sounds of the grand piano and, of course, a selection of working candlestick telephones. The nostalgic surroundings and sense of seclusion takes you back in time, marooned on a distant island in the 16th century. The staff here are the hotel’s crowning glory; warm and genuine, they take great pride in their work. Frédéric, the charismatic French general manager, shows great affection for his team – he tells us over a cocktail that 80 per cent of his staff have worked at the hotel since it first opened in 1998. As a result, there is a welcoming family atmosphere about the place (but you’ll notice the same friendliness and sincerity wherever you go in Mauritius) and during my stay I begin to notice

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the attention to detail; my room is replenished daily with the scent of ylang ylang and I have a rose-petal aromatherapy bath awaiting my return from the beach every afternoon. Three small glass pots sit on my coffee table, each containing a Mauritian delicacy made from the island’s abundant sugar palms. Away from the sanctuary of The Residence, there are lots of adventures to be had in this tropical wonderland. We take a trip to L’Aventure du Sucre, an old sugar mill, set among coconut trees and the exotic flora of the Pamplemousse district (grapefruit in French). Here you’ll learn the fascinating history of the sugar trade in Mauritius, watch the production process and discover the multicultural roots of the island. I thoroughly recommend the rum tasting at the end of the tour, especially the vanilla coffee variety. We also visit the Bois Chéri tea factory and spend the afternoon in a mountain chalet having our own tea party. The velvety-green mountains of Mauritius are a beautiful excursion in themselves and we meander to the top of a lush, dormant volcano. Try the pink Mauritian raspberries at the top; they’re like wild candies and unlike any raspberry you’ll ever eat in the UK. Mauritius is a rabbit-hole of surprises and I left completely in love with the island. Not to mention the heavenly beaches, it has a rich history, colourful floral gardens, smiling faces and a fusion of intoxicating flavours. It is an intriguing wonderland and you might find yourself wanting to stay lost.

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Barcelona [City Break]

Boasting stunning art, exquisite food and beautiful beaches, Spain’s cosmopolitan second city is the ideal weekend getaway. Words: Elle Blakeman

añana has no place here; Barcelona has no time to waste. A carpe diem, live for the moment, sleep when you’re dead city, this is a place to seize life: eat tapas, drink wine, see art, climb towers, fall in love, go cycling, hit the beach, and dance the night away. Then wake up and do it again. The presence of a beach, and with it the stylish bars, seafood restaurants and beautiful people, adds an easy cool to this culturally rich city, making it the perfect ‘best of both worlds’ getaway. There is much to see, but happily Barcelona is a very walkable city and getting around is easy. There are bikes to rent on almost every street, and, interestingly, the locals have taken to the Segway trend in a big way, so you can view the city like an American mall cop, if you wish. Las Ramblas is an obvious starting point, a treelined 1.2km walkway through the heart of the city centre, where you will see stalls, street performers and seemingly endless bars; stop for some tapas and take in the atmosphere before planning your next move. Arriving in Barcelona feels like the scene from The Wizard of Oz where everything suddenly comes into colour: everything is bold, bright, unashamedly alive. There is art everywhere – much of it thanks to the 1992 Olympics – a Miró on the pavement, a stack of bronze boxes on the beach and a Lichtenstein by the waterfront, making even a stroll around something of a cultural adventure. Of course, Barcelona is already known as a capital of the arts thanks to its most famous artistic son Gaudí and his surrealist architecture, examples of which can be found all over the city. His greatest work, the still-uncompleted Sagrada Família, is an absolute must-see. This impressive Roman Catholic Church is an imposing, moving example of both Gothic and Art Nouveau architecture

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and was the artist’s all-consuming obsession up until his death in 1926. Originally commissioned as a ‘temple of atonement’ for the city’s sins of modernity, it is said that Gaudí saw its completion as his own holy mission. The inside is a glorious collection of stone columns (designed to mirror tress), elaborate golden ornamentation and hundreds of joyfully bright stainedglass windows – an exultant celebration of faith. The towers, with their swelling outlines inspired by the holy mountain Montserrat, enjoy a stunning vantage over the Eixample district of Barcelona. Take the lift up to the dizzying top and walk the spiral staircase back down to safety. Once you’re in a Gaudí state of mind, head to Casa Milà on the Passeig de Gràcia, a former 1900s family home and today a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its undulating stone facade and surrealist chimneys on the roof terrace, this controversial building was seen as a breakthrough, taking the Modernisme movement to a new level. At night, it is lit like a fairy-tale palace and plays host to some fabulous live jazz.

Arriving in Barcelona feels like the scene from The Wizard of Oz where everything suddenly comes into colour

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Gaudi’s Casa Mila © Christian Bertrand

In a city spoiled for choice, the Grand Hotel makes a serious play for your attention. Manhattan loft décor – steel greys and exposed brick – it combines the cool, modern feeling of the city with serious luxury. During the day, the rooftop pool is the perfect place to escape the madness of the city, while at night, lounge music, stylish low lighting and exclusive views turn it into a spectacular place to start or end your evening. (grandhotelcentral.com)

Grand Hotel Central

EATING & DRINKING El Born district comes alive at night as locals and visitors descend for the evening. For delicious and authentic tapas, head to Set de Born (00 34 933 19 35 31). Take advantage of the late Spanish eating times and get in there early – anytime before 9pm and you won’t need to wait for a table. Afterwards, wander around some of the city’s prettiest medieval-flavoured streets such as Passeig del Born, taking in the stunning 19th-century market building and beautiful 14th-century church.

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La Sagrada Familia © Pagina

Grand Hotel Central

Placa Reial (Royal Plaza) in the old quater © Mihai-Dogdan Lazar

Park Guell © FCG

CANARY WHARF RECOMMENDS Take the Port cable car over to Montjuïc in the early evening and enjoy the fabulous sunset over the city’s skyline. Stroll around the gardens and stop at the terrace of the Hotel Miramar for a glass of wine to accompany the view.

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FOOD DRINK The best fine dining has to offer, right on your doorstep

Reach the Plateau This month, Plateau is celebrating a decade in business. Amongst the commemorative events taking place for this milestone achievement is a cigar and rum evening on 17 September, a pasta and gnocchi cookery class on the 28th, and a vintage wine tasting evening on 7 October. The pinnacle of these celebrations, will take place on 14 October, with a charity ‘Four for Two’ dinner made by four of the country’s top chefs. Plateau’s head chef Allan Pickett, will be joined by Adam Gray, Tim Allen and Simon Hulstone, all of whom will be producing one course of gastronomic delight with their own signature style. Tickets for this exclusive event are £85, with all proceeds donated to East End Community Foundation and The Royal Marsden. D Plateau, Canada Square

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Boisdale of Canary Wharf One of Canary Wharf’s favourites will be opening on Sundays from late September. Book your table now. D Boisdale of Canary Wharf, Cabot Square

Rocket Enjoy your evenings in style as Rocket offers a half price promotion on house red and white wines. D Rocket, 2 Churchill Place

last of the summer sun Iberica La Terraza was one of the hottest summer openings in Canary Wharf, and there’s still time to make the most of this tranquil spot, writes STELLA SAUNDERS

Sitting under the trees in dappled sunlight, water from the fountain in Cabot Square trickling quietly behind us and a cool glass of Cava in hand, it’s easy to forget we’re in England. Fast becoming my favourite lunch spot, the food and service at La Terraza is second-to-none, the al fresco setting creating a relaxed, holiday vibe that is the perfect antidote to the frenetic office world we’ve left behind. A board of Iberico ham and panne con tomate starts us off, Spanish flavours hitting just the right note, before padron peppers and Cantabrian sea anchovies get our tastebuds working. Head chef Cesar Garcia and his team are the perfect hosts, bringing plate after

plate of intriguing dishes (we loved the sweet aubergine with honey and pine nuts), plus plenty of pinchos – the snow crab, green asparagus and smoked salmon and pea puree with ham are all delicious. The recommended fried squid bocadillos are also a total revelation – fat, salty squid inside a fresh sourdough baguette, it is so good, we order seconds. The classically Spanish fried eggs with ham and meatballs with chilindron sauce arrive when we think we’re full, and yet miraculously we find space for them too. A bottle of their recommended Marta Reserva Rose Cava is the perfect crisp, dry accompaniment to both the food and the sunshine. D Iberica La Terraza, Cabot Square

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Couture Cuisine Creative food design and event production company Bubble Food has recently announced collaborations with a series of exciting new venues, including Tobacco Dock and IndigO2, to booster a client list that features Somerset House and the National Science Museum amongst others. Bubble Food plan everything, from large scale events for their high-end clients, which include Louboutin, Coutts and Smythson; and more intimate and exclusive weddings and parties. Offering a molecular gastronomic menu, bringing a scientific slant to the art of cooking, highlights from their events include clam and potato foam with tomato and basil concassee, or mini chocolate pots with chilli chocolate bars and popping candy. Seasonal innovation, sees mince pie sodas near Christmas or the classic summer drink Pimms with strawberry, mint and cucumber ravioli, as well as lemon foam and orange perfume. D bubblefood.com

Gin FIZZ

BLOOM London Dry Gin is a premium gin for non-gin drinkers. Light, delicate and floral, BLOOM has a unique, slightly sweet-tasting blend of three botanicals: honeysuckle, chamomile and pomelo. Served with tonic and fresh strawberries to enrich the flavour, BLOOM is the standout drink of the summer. D BLOOM London Dry Gin, ÂŁ25, Waitrose Food, Fashion & Home, Canada Square

Cointreau Prive In honour of London Fashion Week taking place this September, Cointreau and its new creative designer Simone Rocha, have designed a pop-up bar on St Martins Lane. Open for ten days from 13-22 September, the bar will act as a haven for guests, critics and weary industry insiders, all seeking a brief interlude from their hectic fashion schedules. This bar, which is entirely designed by Rocha, will not only serve a new cocktail, Cointreau Fizz, but will also be the debut of her newly designed bottle label. D Cointreau St Martins Lane pop-up, cointreau.com

Rum School For those looking for an alternative approach to team-building exercises and corporate events, restaurant and live music venue Rum and Sugar in Canary Wharf is now offering clientele masterclasses. To celebrate the stocking of their 100th rum, this bar, a true find of locally-sourced produce, premium spirits and wide variety of international beers, will offer its patrons classes in rum tasting, cocktail-making, and rum and food-matching. These classes, as well as the live music evenings on Wednesdays and Thursdays, will provide a perfect opportunity for outof-office antics. D Rum and Sugar, West India Quay; for prices, see rumandsugar.co.uk

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WINDOW GALLERIES The Art & Design Window Galleries along Jubilee Walk and Canada Walk in Canada Place showcase up-and-coming artists, designers and craftspeople.

Alice Menter

Alice creates beautiful statement jewellery, and is fast-becoming recognised for her luxurious, bold designs, and her trademark intricate, timeless jewellery with an industrial edge. Inspired by her time with the Yao Mien hill tribe in Northern Thailand, she explores the boundaries between jewellery, clothing and body adornment. Her jewellery has been seen on the likes of Dionne Broomfield, Tess Daley, Rita Ora and Little Mix.

D Free to see / alicementer.co.uk

Enrique Azocar

Enrique’s work encourages a dialogue between the pictorial and the physical relationship of landscape. His recent work has progressed into a more contemporary process using organic materials such as straw, ash, calcite mineral (marble powder) and/ or bone ash which he incorporates to give body and/ or a translucent effect to the subject matter.

VISUAL ARTS Reg Butler, Woman on a Boat, 1953 © The Estate of Reg Butler

Bronze Sculptures from The Ingram Collection PHOTOGRAPHY: JP BLAND PHOTOGRAPHY

This is the first time that a private collector has entrusted on loan significant modern sculpture by British artists as part of the Sculpture at Work exhibition programme in One Canada Square. Chris Ingram is a highly successful businessman, working in the sphere of media communications and marketing, and is regarded as the inventor of the modern media agency. He began to collect art in 2001 and has amassed over four hundred paintings, sculptures, drawings and prints with a focus on modern British art largely of the post-war period. Now he is beginning to look at the younger generation who are making a mark at the beginning of the 21st century. This exhibition concentrates on the work of sculptors who established a firm base for the growth of British sculpture in the postwar period, exemplifying their break from

academia and tradition in their search for new forms of expression and new materials. This selection for Canary Wharf focuses on figurative and figure related bronze sculptures by a wide range of artists: Robert Adams, Kenneth Armitage RA, Reg Butler, Lynn Chadwick RA, Geoffrey Clarke RA, Robert Clatworthy RA, Sir Jacob Epstein, Dame Elisabeth Frink RA, Bernard Meadows, Sir Eduardo Paolozzi RA, William Turnbull and Leon Underwood. In 2000 Chris Ingram was voted UK Business to Business Entrepreneur of the Year in Ernst & Young’s awards, having earlier been London Entrepreneur of the Year. In 2003-04, he was Entrepreneur in Residence at Wharton Business School. D 16 September – 15 November Lobby, One Canada Square, Canary Wharf FREE to see / ingramenterprise.com

D Free to see / enriqueazocar.com D Attend the FREE exhibtion tour with curator Ann Elliott and sculptor Sean Henry on Tuesday 15 October 6.30pm Contact visualart@canarywharf.com to reserve a place

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EVENTS Ice Rink Canary Wharf Nestled under the soaring buildings of Canada Square and bathed in twinkling festive lights, Ice Rink Canary Wharf is back for the 2013/14 season. Opening on the 26 October 2013, the rink will run for 16 weeks until the 16 February 2014. Last year, Ice Rink Canary Wharf wowed visitors with the city’s first skate path. Back this year, and even bigger than last year, this exciting track will weave under trees lit with fairy lights adding an extra element of fun and romance to your skating experience. Easily accessible by the Jubilee Line and DLR, the rink is in the heart of Canary

Wharf surrounded by an extensive offering of shops, bars and restaurants. For those wishing to watch friends and family enjoying themselves, the team from Boisdale Canary Wharf will be back with their rinkside space, offering a range of drinks, food and entertainment. One of the first outdoor ice rinks to open in time for the Autumn school holidays, it is fully-equipped to cater for children of four years and over with the popular polar bear skate aids and skate lessons. Efficient and helpful staff are on site to help at all times, ensuring your visit is safe and enjoyable.

D Tickets: Adult: £13.50 / Children (U13): £9.00 / Concessions: £11.00 (Available at the box office with photo ID) / Family: £37.50 (2 adults + 2 children/ 1 adult + 3 children) / Skate aids: £5 (available from the box office 30 minutes prior to skate session) / Groups: Buy 10 get 1 free / £2.50 booking fee applies per booking / Children under 13yrs must be accompanied by an adult D Booking: Tickets will be available online at icerinkcanarywharf.com or call the box office on 020 7536 8400; and from the box office from 26 October 2013. For Party Bookings (max 200) email:

THE LUNCH MARKET Just a short stroll from Montgomery Square, Wood Wharf’s vibrant open space offers more delicious food at the September Lunch Market presenting lunch with a difference. The Lunch Market hosts a range of global cuisine where visitors can choose from more than thirty stalls and an array of delicious savoury and sweet dishes created by local producers. Inspired by outdoor markets around the world, don’t miss this month’s Lunch Market. D 24 September, 11am – 3pm

wood wharf Farmers’ Market

CANARY WHARF Comedy Club

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23 September 7.15pm (doors 6.30pm) East Wintergarden 43 Bank Street Canary Wharf Tickets £12

Visit Wood Wharf between 10am and 4pm every Saturday in September and experience the popular Food & Farmers’ Market where a varied range of fresh and organic produce will be on offer each week. Stalls include Organic Meats, cheese, fruit and hot chocolate.

Canary Wharf Comedy Club featuring* Pete Firman, Jimmy McGhie, Dana Alexander and Joe Lycett. Get ready for another cracking line up of comedians, all geared up to knock your socks off with their sheer talent, raw energy and pizzazz!

Visit seetickets.com or call 0871 220 0260 (booking fee applies). Tickets available on the door subject to availability. Unreserved cabaret style seating. Full bar, food and cloakroom D canarywharf.com/visitus

Wood Wharf, Canary Wharf FREE to visit

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*The line up is correct at time of press but may be subject to change.

events@icerinkcanarywharf.co.uk. Open 7 days a week with the exception of Christmas Day.

THE Directory Whether you want to dine or to drink, to purchase gorgeous gifts and stylish outfits, to keep fit or to be pampered, Canary Wharf is home to a wealth of services and amenities

health & beauty David Clulow Opticians Cabot Place 020 7345 9181 Jubilee Place 020 7519 6284 Sculpture at Work

16 September – 15 November, visit the lobby of One Canada Square for Sculpture at Work, an exhibition of significant modern works by British artists.

Watches & Jewellery

Dove Spa @ Virgin Active Westferry Circus 020 7519 6657 Reebok sports club Canada Place 020 7970 0900

art

fashion

Artisan Fine Art Canada Place 020 3229 0172

Accessorize Canada Place 020 7512 9352

Frontispiece the Gallery One Canada Square 020 7363 6336

Alfred Dunhill Cabot Place 020 7519 6326

Brown’s London Canada Place 020 7513 2757

chocolate

re:spa Canada Square 020 7970 0912

Hotel Chocolat Canada Place 08444 93 13 13

Sean Hanna Jubilee Place 020 7513 2660

Charbonnel et Walker Cabot Place 020 7512 9168

Charles Fish Cabot Place 020 7512 9595

SK:N Canada Place 020 7516 0106

electrical

David M Robinson Jubilee Place 020 7538 2332

The Gentry Hair & Spa Canada Place 020 7519 6660

Aspinal of London Cabot Place 020 7719 0727 Carat* Cabot Place 020 7516 0347

Goldsmiths Canada Place 020 7512 9779 Links of London Jubilee Place 020 7519 1767 Montblanc Canada Place 020 7719 1919 Pandora Cabot Place 020 7987 9801 Tiffany & Co. Cabot Place 020 7409 2790 Tumi Cabot Place 020 7513 2456

treatment suite; Four Seasons Hotel London at Canary Wharf Westferry Circus 020 7510 1999 fourseasons.com/canarywharf The Rejuvenation Clinic & Medispa Cabot Place 020 3229 0257 Toni & Guy One Canada Square 0844 445 7722 Urban Beach Tanning & Beauty Jubilee Place 020 3200 2000

Carphone Warehouse

Aquascutum Cabot Place 020 3069 8790 cecil gee Canada Place 020 7993 1318 Charles Tyrwhitt Canada Place 020 7513 2988 Choice Jubilee Place 0845 271 9909 Church’s English Shoes Cabot Place 020 7538 9730

Cabot Place 020 7513 0811

Dorothy Perkins Canada Place 020 7512 9707

Currys Digital

Dune Cabot Place 020 7715 4755

Cabot Place 020 7513 0330 HMV Canada Place 020 7512 9222

English Tailoring 14 South Colannade 020 7512 9991

sport

Fat Face Canada Place 020 7719 1836

Evans Cycles 30 South Colonnade 020 7516 0094 Reebok Sports Shop

French Connection Jubilee Place 020 7512 9110

Canada Place 02079700900

Gant Canada Place 020 7715 7470

Runners Need Churchill Place 020 7512 9107

Gap Canada Place 020 7512 1335

Kiehls, Jubilee Mall

Hackett 10 Cabot Place 020 7513 0400 Hobbs Canada Place 020 7513 2763 Hugo Boss Cabot Place 020 7715 5302 Jaeger Menswear, Cabot Place 020 3589 2948 Womenswear, Cabot Place 020 3328 9440 Karen Millen Jubilee Place 020 7519 6153 Kurt Geiger Cabot Place 020 7673 9869 L.K. Bennett Jubilee Place 020 7719 0090 Massimo Dutti Cabot Place 020 7718 5030 Monsoon Canada Place 020 7512 9543

The Pearson Room, Canada Square

food & drink ALL BAR ONE Reuters Plaza 020 7516 0191

ROCKET RESTAURANT & BAR Churchill Place 020 3200 2022

BATTERY CLUB Westferry Circus 020 8305 3089

IBERICA CANARY WHARF Cabot Square 020 7636 8650 ibericalondon.co.uk

Royal China Westferry Circus 020 7719 0888 royalchinagroup.biz

Boisdale of Canary Wharf Cabot Place 020 7715 5818 boisdale.co.uk

Jamie’s Italian Churchill Place 020 3002 5252 jamieoliver.com/italian

Smollensky’s Reuters Plaza 020 7719 0101 smollensky’s.co.uk

BYRON Cabot Place 020 7715 9360 byronhamburgers.com

Le Relais de Venise L’Entrecôte 18-20 Mackenzie Walk 020 3475 3331 relaisdevenise.com

Sri nam 1 North Colannade 020 7715 9515

Café Brera Cabot Place 020 7512 9191 Jubilee Place 020 7516 9090

NICOLAS WINE MERCHANT One Canada Square 020 7512 9092

AMERIGO VESPUCCI Cabot Square 020 7513 0288

CARLUCCIO’S Reuters Plaza 020 7719 1749 carluccios.com

Thomas Pink Cabot Place 020 7513 0303

CORNEY AND BARROW Cabot Square 020 7512 0397

whistles Jubilee Place 020 7519 6132

Gourmet Burger Kitchen Jubilee Place 020 7719 6408 gbk.co.uk

Roka The Park Pavilion 020 7636 5228 rokarestaurant.com

Canteen The Park Pavillion 020 7513 0406 canteen.co.uk

Topshop Canada Place 020 7512 1996

Iberica Terraza, Cabot Square

HENRY ADDINGTON Mackenzie walk 020 7719 1114

Ted Baker Canada Place 020 7519 6588

TM Lewin Canada Place 020 7519 6292 Jubliee Place 020 7519 6292

Molton Brown, Jubilee Place

DAVY’S WINE BAR Fisherman’s Walk 020 7363 6633

Obikà Mozzarella Bar West Wintergarden 020 7719 1532 the pearson room Canada Place 020 7970 0920 plateaurestaurant.co.uk Plateau Restaurant, Bar & Grill Canada Place 020 7715 7100 plateaurestaurant.co.uk

First Edition Cabot Square 020 7513 0300 firsteditionrestaurant.co.uk

Quadrato Restaurant Four Seasons Hotel London at Canary Wharf Westferry Circus 020 7510 1857 fourseasons.com/canarywharf

Gaucho Canary Canary Riverside 020 7987 9494 gauchorestaurants.co.uk

REEBOK BAR & RESTAURANT Canada Place 020 7970 0920

Sweet Couture Canada Place sweetcouture.co.uk The Cat and Canary 25-28 Fisherman’s Walk 0207 512 9187 The Parlour The Park Pavilion 0845 468 0100 theparlourbar.co.uk Wahaca The Park Pavilion 020 7516 9145 wahaca.com

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A 17th floor one bedroom apartment with Canary Wharf views. Bedroom, bathroom, reception room, open plan kitchen, concierge, leisure facilities. EPC rating B. Approximately 47 sq m ﴾506 sq ft﴿

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Wickes House, Poplar E14

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Two bedroom apartment with high ceilings, period features and well proportioned living space. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, communal garden, parking. EPC rating C. Approximately 96 sq m ﴾1,033 sq ft﴿

A rare three bedroom duplex penthouse apartment located in a Grade I listed warehouse conversion. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, concierge, parking. EPC rating B. Approximately 164 sq m ﴾1,765 sq ft﴿

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Landmark West Tower, Isle of Dogs E14

Penthouse apartment located in a sought after development boasting wonderful warehouse features. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, open plan kitchen, concierge, parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 160 sq m ﴾1,726 sq ft﴿

A contemporary three bedroom apartment located on the 16th floor of this modern development. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, open plan kitchen, concierge, parking. EPC rating B . Approximately 170 sq m ﴾1,830 sq ft﴿

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West India Quay, Hertsmere Road E14

Stunning sub penthouse apartment located on the eighth floor of a purpose built block directly on the river bank. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, concierge, parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 165 sq m ﴾1,776 sq ft﴿

Two bedroom duplex apartment situated on the 29th and 30th floors of a striking modern development. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, concierge, parking. EPC rating C. Approximately 202 sq m ﴾2,172 sq ft﴿

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Well proportioned three bedroom house located in a popular portered Limehouse development. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, terrace, dock views. EPC rating D.

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Larger than average riverside apartment to rent in this warehouse conversion in central Wapping. This great flat has a large reception room, bathroom with shower, fitted kitchen, wooden floors, underground parking and 24 hour concierge. EPC rating B. Approximately 74 sq m ﴾797 sq ft﴿ Available furnished Guide price: £395 per week

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Cinnabar Wharf, Wapping E1W Newly refurbished apartment

Beautifully‐presented 4th floor apartment located in this modern portered development. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a newly fitted open plan kitchen, spacious reception room, oak flooring, underground parking and views of the river. EPC rating C. Approximately 103 sq m ﴾1,110 sq ft﴿ Available furnished Guide price: £695 per week

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Spacious 4th floor apartment set in this smart portered development in Wapping with a communal gym. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and guest WC, large reception room with a patio door leading on to a terrace, separate fully fitted kitchen, excellent storage and underground parking. EPC rating C. Approximately 93 sq m ﴾1,000 sq ft﴿ Available furnished Guide price: £625 per week

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Stylish duplex penthouse An outstanding riverside Penthouse apartment available to rent, comprising 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms ﴾1 en suite﴿ and 1 WC, spacious reception area with an open plan kitchen, air conditioning, underground parking, and a private balcony. EPC rating D. Approximately 198 sq m ﴾2,126 sq ft﴿ Available furnished Guide price: £1650 per week

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ery few buyers can say that their new home is a finalist for the Housebuilder Awards 2013. However, those moving into one of four new properties in Aveley, Essex will have that opportunity, thanks to the energy efficient planning of developer, Future Living Homes. The semi-detached two bedroom houses incorporate photovoltaic panels on the roof, heat recovery units and a high quality of insulation to the walls, floor and roof to minimise energy consumption, features which will ensure they receive Code 6 Certification under the BREEAM ‘Code for Sustainable Homes’. However, they remain spacious and attractive with private balconies and patios and bright, modern décor. n

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SALES:

Demand may outstrip supply until 2023

The housing market gathers momentum

VANESSA EVETT-BEESLEY, HEAD OF LETTINGS AT

KIRAN SANDHU, SENIOR NEGOTIATOR AT KNIGHT FRANK

KNIGHT FRANK IN canary wharf, COMMENTS ON THE

IN CANARY WHARF, COMMENTS ON THE TRENDS IN THE

TRENDS IN THE RESIDENTIAL LETTINGS MARKET

RESIDENTIAL SALES MARKET

Our recent analysis indicates that in the future, the supply of new housing will fall some way short of demand, as indicated by the growth in the number of new households in the capital. If the annual uplift in households in 2022 is assumed to continue on the same trajectory as in the previous decade, then there could be an undersupply in housing of more than 40 per cent across the capital between now and 2023. Drilling down into the data however, it is clear that the delivery of new-build properties will vary from borough to borough. The planning data suggests that Newham and Greenwich will see the highest levels of new units completed over the next decade. In terms of supply by value, Tower Hamlets is out in front. Calculations based on current average house prices suggest that the total value of private sector housing which could be completed between now and the end of 2022 could be as high as £7bn. The estimated value of pipeline delivery which could come to market between now and 2022 in the four boroughs of central London is around £11.5bn, with the total figure for London adding up to £80bn. Of course, we are not ruling out the possibility of supply outstripping demand in some local areas, based purely on local data. But the ease with which people can re-locate within London means that the headline figures are probably a fairer judgement of housing supply and demand in the capital. n

Many households perceived that the value of their homes climbed in July, for the fourth consecutive month, according to the latest House Price Sentiment Index (HPSI) from Knight Frank and Markit. Overall, the proportion of the 1,500 homeowners surveyed across the UK who said that the value of their home had risen over the last month hit a new high of 19.8 per cent, while a record low 6.3 per cent of those asked, indicated the value had fallen. This gives a HPSI reading of 56.8, the highest since the index began in February 2009. July’s reading, up from 53.2 in June, marked the fourth month that the current price index has been in positive territory after 33 months of readings of 50 or under. The index indicates that after nearly three years of falling prices, residents are increasingly confident that the value of their property is starting to show some sustained growth. Households in London (65.3) reported that the value of their home had risen at the fastest rate over the last month, followed by those in the East of England (60.8) and the South East (59.4). Only households in the North West of England perceived that the value of their property had fallen (49.1) during the month. The future HPSI, which measures what households think will happen to the value of their property over the next year, hit the highest level in three and half years. Since the inception of the HPSI, the index has been a clear lead indicator for house price trends. The index often moves ahead of mainstream house price indices, confirming the advantage of an opinion-based survey which provides a current view on household sentiment, rather than historic evidence from transactions or mortgage market evidence. n

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SLOANE STREET, SW1

GREAT PORTLAND STREET, W1

3 bedrooms u direct lift access u EPC=B

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Guide £13.75 million Knightsbridge - 020 7590 5065

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ALEXANDRA AVENUE, SW11

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4 bedrooms u open plan kitchen/family room u EPC=E

Guide £3.8 million Fulham - 020 7731 9400

Guide £2.495 million Battersea - 020 3402 1900

to let

ONE HYDE PARK, SW1

REGENT’S PARK ROAD, NW1

3 bedroom suites u underground valet parking u EPC=C*

6 bedrooms u cinema room u garden u EPC=E*

£15,570 per week Knightsbridge - 020 7584 8585

£6,500 per week St John’s Wood - 020 3043 3611

Wherever you are, whatever your dream home, talk to Savills.

to let

MACAULAY ROAD, SW4 7 bedrooms u playroom u garden u EPC=D* £3,750 per week Clapham - 020 8772 6990

to let

ABILITY PLACE, E14

ACADEMY GARDENS, W8

2 bedrooms u balcony u 24 hr porter u EPC=C*

2 bedrooms u use of swimming pool & gym u EPC=E*

£900 per week Canary Wharf - 020 7531 2522

£1,850 per week Kensington - 020 7535 3333

* Administration and council tax charges apply. Please contact the local office for more information.

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LANDMARK EAST, e14

NEW ATLAS WHARF, e14

Reception room ø kitchen ø 3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø balcony ø 133 sq m (1,436 sq ft) ø EPC=B

2 reception rooms ø kitchen ø 3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø guest cloakroom ø terrace ø 2 parking spaces ø 179 sq m (1,924 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Guide £1.4 million Leasehold

Guide £1.1 million Leasehold

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Savills Canary Wharf juprowse@savills.com 020 7531 2500

Savills Canary Wharf wdickenson@savills.com 020 7531 2500

ADVENTURES COURT, e14

CANARY SOUTH, e14

Reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bedrooms ø bathroom ø shower room ø terrace ø protected parking ø 81 sq m (877 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Reception room ø open plan kitchen ø bedroom ø bathroom ø terrace ø 56 sq m (606 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Guide £480,000 Leasehold

Guide £425,000 Leasehold

Savills Canary Wharf juprowse@savills.com 020 7531 2500

Savills Canary Wharf wdickenson@savills.com 020 7531 2500

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PAN PENINSULA, e14

BELGRAVE COURT, e14

3 reception rooms ø kitchen ø 4 bedrooms ø 5 bathrooms ø 2 parking spaces ø 24hr concierge ø 360 m (3,876 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Reception room ø open plan kitchen ø 4 bedrooms ø 4 bathrooms ø balcony ø 2 parking spaces ø concierge ø 223 sq m (2,404 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Guide £4 million Leasehold

Guide £2.3 million Leasehold

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Savills Canary Wharf juprowse@savills.com 020 7531 2500

Savills Canary Wharf

RIVIERA COURT, e1w

DISCOVERY WALK, e1w

Reception room ø kitchen ø 2 double bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø terrace ø underground parking ø 81 sq m (879 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Reception room ø open plan kitchen ø 3 double bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø underground parking ø 97 sq m (1,047 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Guide £825,000 Share of Freehold

Guide £649,000 Leasehold

Savills Docklands nefthymiou@savills.com 020 7456 6800

Savills Docklands zjames@savills.com 020 7456 6800

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STERLING MANSIONS, e1

MARCONI HOUSE, wc2r

2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø 24hr porterage ø communal gardens ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C

Bedroom ø bathroom ø reception room ø Juliet balcony ø 24hr porterage ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C

£795 per week Furnished

£595 per week Furnished

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Savills Docklands brodgers@savills.com 020 7456 6800

Savills Docklands ostaylor@savills.com 020 7456 6810

NEO BANKSIDE, se1

HERMITAGE COURT, e1w

Bedroom ø bathroom ø reception room ø Juliet balcony ø views of London Eye ø 24hr porterage ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=B

Bedroom (en suite) ø reception room ø balcony ø allocated parking ø porterage ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=E ø EPC=C

£595 per week Furnished

£405 per week Furnished

Savills Docklands brodgers@savills.com 020 7456 6800

Savills Docklands ostaylor@savills.com 020 7456 6810

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CANARY RIVERSIDE, e14

GOODHART PLACE, e14

4 bedrooms (3 en suite) ø reception room ø roof terrace ø porterage ø 2 allocated parking spaces ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=C

3 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø reception room ø private terrace ø garage ø porterage ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=D

£1,950 per week Furnished

£1,000 per week Furnished

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Savills Canary Wharf ibates@savills.com 020 7531 2522

BOARDWALK PLACE, e14

ABILITY PLACE, e14

3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø terrace ø 2 allocated parking spaces ø 24hr porter ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=D

2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø balcony ø allocated parking ø residents gym ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C

£950 per week Furnished

£900 per week Furnished

Savills Canary Wharf dbaldock@savills.com 020 7531 2507

Caspian Wharf, E3 - £380,000 Leasehold

Landmark West, E14 - £395,000 Leasehold

Marine Wharf, SE16 - £430,000 Leasehold

• • • •

Two bed, two bath 4th floor, Dual aspect Allocated parking Devons Road DLR

EPC-B

One bedroom Balcony, 559sqft River/west facing 24hr Concierge & gym

EPC-B

Two bed, two bath Brand new apartment Residents Parking Canada Water Jubilee

Forge Square, E14 - £435,000 Leasehold

Anchorage Point, E14 - £600,000 Leasehold

Wapping Lane, E1W - £645,000 Leasehold

• • • •

613ft² apartment One bedroom 5th floor, stunning views Immaculate condition

EPC-B

Two bed, two bath Direct river views Allocated Underground Parking 24hr concierge, gym & pool

EPC-C

Two bed, two bath 912sqft, 8th floor Popular new development Completion Q1 2014

EPC-TBC

Pierhead Lock, E14 - £775,000 Leasehold

Millennium Drive, E14 - £1,100,000 Leasehold

Canary Riverside, E14 - £1,100,000 Leasehold

• • • •

• • • • •

• • • •

Two bed, two bath Immaculate Penthouse Large terrace Allocated parking

EPC-B

Three bed, three bath Duplex Penthouse Large Mezzanine Residential parking Stunning Views

11 Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4HE

EPC-TBD

Penthouse apartment Two bed, two bath Stunning views Underground Parking

EPC-C

020 7715 9700 joneslanglasalle.co.uk

Caspian Wharf, E3 - £275pw

Panoramic, E14 - £275pw

Landmark East, E14 - £375pw

• • • •

One Bedroom Balcony 24 Hour Concierge Devons Road DLR

Brand New Development One Bedroom Gym & Daytime Concierge Langdon Park DLR

One bedroom 9th floor 24hr concierge & gym Heron Quays DLR

New Festival Quarter - £375pw

Landmark East, E14 - £395pw

Dovecote House, SE16 - £490pw

• • • •

Two bedrooms Balcony Gym and 24 Hr Concierge Langdon park DLR

31st floor One Bedroom 24hr concierge & gym Heron Quays DLR

Two bed, two bath Two balconies Secure parking Canada Water Jubilee Line

Landmark West, E14 - £530pw

Canary Riverside, E14 - £700pw

Landmark East, E14 - £1200pw

• • • •

Two bed, two bath Secure Parking 24hr concierge & gym Heron Quay DLR

Two bed, two bath Secure Parking Allocated Parking Close to Canary Wharf

Three bed, two bath Stunning Views Allocated parking Heron Quays DLR

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Estate Agents | Land & Development Consultants

New Homes Baltimore Tower, E14 Baltimore Tower provides a choice of brilliantly designed and proportioned suites and 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. All apartment styles have steel and glass formed balcony which varies in size as the apartment levels rise and rotate slightly to create the Towerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distinctive flowing twist. At levels 43 to 45, the Tower features a split level brasserie, bar and restaurant providing a fabulous and exclusive setting for anything from casual drinks to formal dining with stunning vistas across Canary Wharfâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s iconic skyline. Residents will also have an exclusive private lounge and large screen cinema room at lower level.

Each apartment style will exude a rich sense of prestige, quality and understated luxury further heightened by the cascades of natural light and space in each principal living area. With bespoke kitchens by Rabih Hage, all specifications and finishes have been meticulously selected to harmonise with each apartmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s subtly curved form. The design and visual spectacle of Baltimore Tower is unique. Due to unprecedented demand - onsite sales and marketing suite now open 7 days a week! Completion estimated for 2016.

Sales & Marketing Suite 020 8418 3730

020 7519 5900 info@alanselby.co.uk www.alanselby.co.uk

The Heron, EC2Y This stunning north and west-facing two bedroom, two bathroom apartment on the 29th floor of The Heron, one of the City of London’s most luxurious and iconic residential complexes. The apartment offers a spacious living/dining room with hi-specification open-plan kitchen, two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Having been beautifully designed with contemporary appliances and materials throughout. With solid wooden flooring or tiled porcelain flooring, luxurious kitchen with Miele appliances and bathroom/ensuites finished with ceramic porcelain flooring and pearlised mosaic walls. The Heron will of course be offered with 24hr concierge who will be able to arrange for the provision of housekeeping, car services, dry cleaning to name a few. This particular unit comes with one secure and allocated parking space operated by valet.

Price £1,599,995

The Heron, EC2Y A brand new, stunning collection of suite’s, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments in the highly anticipated development, The Heron. Ranging from floors seven to thirty, these stunning units boast floor to ceiling windows with various aspects and views of some of London’s most iconic attractions, such as St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard and The London Eye. Each apartment will have a high specification complete with comfort cooling, smart home technology, solid wooden flooring or tiled porcelain flooring, luxurious kitchens with branded appliances and shower rooms finished with ceramic porcelain flooring and mosaic walls. The development is anticipated to redefine luxury living in the heart of the capital.

Prices from £480 per week

For over a quarter of a century, Alan Selby & Partners have worked steadily with high profile developers, providing advice and consultancy to help produce some of the most significant Docklands developments. In turn, this has helped transform and influence the area as we know it. All of this involvement over the years has provided Alan Selby & Partners with a wealth of experience and knowledge of the area, as well as a very extensive marketing programme in both digital and printed publications. Accordingly, Alan Selby & Partners can offer quality advice and guidance, with the necessary market exposure to achieve the very best possible price for your property. If you are looking to select an agent for the sale or rental of your home, please contact Alan Selby & Partners, the agent who has helped shape the London Docklands and continues to do so.

0207 519 5900 | www.alanselby.co.uk | info@alanselby.co.uk

2002 Seacon Wharf

2001/2002 New Providence Wharf

2000 Odyssey

1999 Millenium Harbour

1997 Dundee Wharf

1987 Burrells Wharf

1986 Cascades

When Selling or Letting your property in the Docklands or the City, instruct Alan Selby & Partners.

Estate Agents | Land & Development Consultants 2005 Pan Peninsula

2013 Baltimore Tower

2010 The Heron

2006 Baltimore Wharf

2004 Canary South

2004 Ontario Tower

E14 Adriatic Building, Limehouse

Ag Le re t ed

Franklyn James

£330 PW

E14 Eaton House, Canary Wharf

A stunning apartment set within one of the most sought after developments in the E14 postcode. Set on the 19th floor and comprising two large bedrooms, two bathrooms, a stylish kitchen and floor to ceiling windows throughout which allow for breathtaking views.

Ag Le re t ed

A well-proportioned one bedroom apartment set within the Mosaic development. This property has a bright and spacious kitchen/reception, sizeable double bedroom and a modern bathroom suite. There is also a private balcony which offers views over the Mosaic Fountain.

E14 West India Quay, Canary Wharf £650 PW

£750 PW

Magnificent 10th floor sub-penthouse apartment located within the prestigious Canary Riverside development. The property has been furnished to the highest of standards and comprises of two bedrooms, two bathrooms and two private balconies. Secure parking and 24hr concierge is offered on-site.

E14 Brightlingsea Place, Limehouse

£875 PW

Gorgeous four bedroom semi-detached townhouse set within one of the finest developments in Limehouse. The property boasts three luxury bathrooms and a stylish fully integrated kitchen/diner. The property comes with underground parking, two balconies and has access to beautiful landscaped gardens.

www.franklynjames.co.uk enquiries@franklynjames.co.uk

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E14 Naxos Building, Isle of Dogs

ÂŁ400,000

Contemporary design and ample living space is offered with this wonderful two bedroom riverside apartment. The property boasts two double bedrooms, one luxury bathroom suite, an integrated kitchen and a private balcony allowing for partial River Thames views.

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E14 Ocean Wharf, Isle of Dogs

ÂŁ450,000

Exceptionally spacious two bedroom, two bathroom apartment set within this desirable riverside development. The property offers a modern fully integrated kitchen, floor to ceiling windows, a private balcony with partial river and park views and comes with gated allocated parking.

Canary Wharf 020 7005 6080

Bow 020 8983 2930

Limehouse 020 7791 1777

Bow 020 8983 2930

Limehouse 020 7791 1777

Canary Wharf 020 7005 6080

homes & property

State of the market prime time for tenancies

the home ownership dream

JASON TAYLOR, SENIOR SALES MANAGER AT FRANKLYN

ALASDAIR CARPENTER, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF

JAMES ESTATE AGENTS, COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF

LOURDES ESTATE AGENTS, COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF

THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MARKET

The sun is certainly shining down on the property market at present. Buyers now have the luxury of being able to choose a mortgage product that suits their needs and requirements, as opposed to last year where it was a case of the lenders having the option of choosing the purchasers whom they wanted to work with. A much greater number of mortgage products have entered the market and reports have suggested that there are now over 10,000 products available to the consumer. The sales market is currently showing no sign of slowing down and, whilst listings remain in short supply, those properties which do come to the market are sold within a matter of days. The current reduced flow of properties hitting the market may of course be due to property owners still being in holiday mode. Vendors are possibly holding back until September to present their property for sale. This is in stark contradiction to the lettings market as August commonly tends to be the peak for the number of applicants wanting to rent. Lee Alter, Franklyn James’ senior lettings manager comments: ‘Franklyn James have experienced a record breaking figure within our rentals market this month, having reached a higher target of lets than any other month since we opened our doors to the general public. The market itself is currently more buoyant than it has been throughout any period of this year and we anticipate this continuing over the next few months. With a well-established team, we are currently able to take our processes within the market to the next level, which has been reflected in the quick turnover of properties. A large number of them are not even reaching the open market before achieving highly positive rents for our clients. Market trends suggest the September market may surprise us all, now that it has become public knowledge that property prices have increased and demand is high. If you are thinking of selling or letting your property or are curious to find out the value of your property in the current market, please call in to one of our three offices where we would be delighted to arrange your free market appraisal. n

Recent data provided by Rightmove, the UK’s property website, suggests that Britain’s obsession with home ownership is stronger than ever. A survey of more than 3,000 current tenants produced the following statistics; a staggering 96 per cent of those in rented accommodation still hope to own a house someday and despite the issues associated with raising a deposit, accessing credit and affordability, 70 per cent say they will never give up on the dream of home ownership. The media is now widely reporting the strength of the property market in the UK and this more optimistic environment seems to have encouraged swathes of tenants into buying. Recently, one of the most common reasons, given by tenants, as to why they are handing in their notice to vacate, is that of buying a property. The Government’s recent Help to Buy scheme is actively assisting in making the dream of home ownership a reality for a vast array of first time buyers. The scheme effectively releases those trapped tenants that want to acquire their first property, but cannot save the deposit required at the same time as paying rent – especially when you consider how the costs of renting have escalated over recent years. What remains to be seen is the legacy that the scheme will leave when it eventually closes. Are we just creating another bubble that will eventually burst or is this just the stimulus that the market needed? n

Franklyn James Estate Agents Docklands, Limehouse & Bow 020 7005 6080 www.franklynjames.co.uk

Lourdes Estate Agents 020 7253 9250 www.lourdes-estates.co.uk

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Gainsborough House, Cassilis Road, E14

Jefferson Building, Westferry Road, E14

A large one bedroom apartment with a spacious reception room, fitted kitchen, a good size bedroom, modern bathroom and secure allocated parking. Canary Central boasts 24 hour concierge and on-site leisure facilities including residents pool.

A two bedroom apartment with a south facing lounge, a fully fitted kitchen and two double bedrooms. Millennium Harbour benefits from a 24 hour concierge and residents leisure facilities and is within easy reach of Canary Wharf and local transport links.

EPC= B

£340 per week

EPC = C

£430 per week

Dundee Wharf, Limehouse, E14

Blyths Wharf, Narrow Street, E14

This spacious three double bedroom apartment is situated in the desirable development of Dundee Wharf. The property offers a large living room with private balcony overlooking the slipway and the River Thames and a modern kitchen with granite work surfaces and integrated appliances.

A substantial four double bedroom town house situated in the highly sought after Narrow Street. This stunning family home is directly located on the banks of the River Thames and provides breath taking views. The property benefits from a modern kitchen diner with private river facing terrace, three bathrooms and secure car parking.

EPC= D

EPC = C

£575 per week

96 Three Colt Street, Limehouse, London, E14 8AP

£1,000 per week

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Lime Kiln Wharf, Limehouse, E14

The Watergardens, Narrow Street, E14

A spacious one double bedroom apartment situated in the popular Limehouse location. Further benefits include a secure underground parking space and share of freehold.

This immaculately presented two bedroom apartment is situated in the heart of Narrow street. Comprising of a spacious living room, a modern open plan kitchen, a three piece bathroom suite, a separate kitchen, a separate cloakroom and a secure underground parking space.

EPC= D

£315,000

£445,000

EPC = B

Lamb Court, Narrow Street, E14

Dunbar Wharf, Narrow Street, E14

A rare to the market opportunity. This recently refurbished three double bedroom apartment is a must see, benefitting from three bedrooms, a spacious living room, separate kitchen and two terraces with secure parking.

A top floor two double bedroom apartment located within this popular development along Narrow street, further benefits include two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a setback kitchen, secure parking and water views.

EPC= C

EPC = C

£499,999

TED

£620,000 enquiries@lourdes-estates.com

UNIQUE HOMES, UNIQUE SERVICE, UNIQUE PEOPLE A tailored service from Langford Russell, John Payne & Acorn for distinctive and exclusive homes

By Langford Russell

EdwaRd ROad, SUNdRIdgE PaRk, BROMLEy BR1 grand six bedroom detached Edwardian Villa, retaining many elegant original features and located on a substantial plot in a quiet prime residential road within a third of a mile of Sundridge Park station. More than 5200 sq ft of accommodation over three floors with four receptions, feature staircase with large hall and galleried landing, beautifully landscaped grounds and a double garage. Energy Efficiency Rating E.

£1,750,000 F/H Please contact our Chislehurst office for more information: Tel: 020 8295 4900 Email: chislehurst@langfordrussell.co.uk

Main Road, KnoCKholT, SEvEnoaKS Tn14 an exceptional, brand new, luxury home boasting a stylish contemporary interior of over 4855 sq ft behind a traditionally styled façade. occupying a west facing plot and with three reception rooms, a fitted kitchen by Stoneham’s, breakfast room/orangery, four ensuite bedrooms, fifth bedroom or playroom and further bathroom all off a galleried landing with glass atrium. Energy Efficiency Rating B.

£1,750,000 F/H Please contact our locksbottom office for more information: Tel: 01689 882 988 Email: locksbottom@langfordrussell.co.uk

Offices Across South East London & Kent www.uniquepropertiesuk.com www.acorn.ltd.uk www.langfordrussell.co.uk www.johnpayne.com

UNIQUE is a Specialist Division of Langford Russell, John Payne & Acorn

Sweyn Place, Cator Estate, Blackheath, SE3 Price ÂŁ1450 per calendar month

Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1 EPC: D Call Blackheath office on 020 8318 1311 to arrange to view

Set within the prestigious Cator Estate in Blackheath, this two double bedroom apartment is within walking distance to the Blackheath Village amenities & main line train station. The apartment comprises modern kitchen with integrated appliances, reception room overlooking well maintained communal gardens, two double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes & family bathroom.

Garden House, Mycenae Road, Blackheath, SE3 Price ÂŁ1595 per calendar month

Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2 EPC: B Call Westcombe Park on 020 8858 6101 to arrange to view

A beautifully presented 2 double bedroom 2 bathroom first floor apartment situated in a newly built low rise property, set within the impressive grounds of Mycenae House. This delightful apartment is to a high specification and comprises of a large open plan Kitchen reception room the kitchen has built in appliances. Located close to Westcombe Park Mainline station and Bus links to North Greenwich.

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Dartmouth Row, Greenwich, SE10 Guide Price ÂŁ1,895,000 Freehold

Bedrooms: 6 Receptions: 3 Bathrooms: 2 EPC: E Call Blackheath office on 020 8318 1311 to arrange to view

Substantial, very well presented 6 bedroom double fronted, extended period house offering well planned and generous accommodation over three floors. Conveiently placed for Lewisham and Greenwich town centres and a pleasant stroll across the heath to Blackheath Village.

Wood Wharf, Greenwich, SE10 Price ÂŁ550,000 Leasehold

Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2 EPC: B Call Greenwich office on 020 8858 9911 to arrange to view

A luxury riverside apartment located in the heart of Greenwich Village, offering two double bedrooms, an en-suite wet room and bathroom. Features to note: private balcony, high spec finishes, underfloor heating, underground parking space, concierge and lift service.

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David Mews, Greenwich, SE10 Guide Price ÂŁ900,000 Freehold

Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2 EPC: C Call Greenwich office on 020 8858 9911 to arrange to view

A recently constructed architect designed house situated within this gated community. Off street parking, courtyard garden, large open plan kitchen/living/dining area, two/three bedrooms, two bathrooms, under floor heating throughout and renewable energy generation.

Effingham Road, Lee, SE12 Guide Price ÂŁ725,000 Freehold

Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1 EPC: D Call Lee office on 020 8852 8633 to arrange to view

A beautifully presented three double bedroom Victorian terraced house located within the Lee Manor Conservation Area close to Brindishe Lee school. This delightful family home retains many of its original period features and benefits from a modern kitchen and bathroom.

Blackheath Greenwich Westcombe Park Lee

020 8318 1311 020 8858 9911 020 8858 6101 020 8852 8633

1 Montpelier Vale, Blackheath Village, SE3 0TA 227 Greenwich High Road, Greenwich, SE10 8NB 11 Stratheden Parade, Westcombe Park, SE3 7SX 119 Burnt Ash Road, Lee, SE12 8RA

Torrington Place, London E1W 2UY

2 Bedroom modern house . West Wapping location.

Cinnabar Wharf Central, Wapping E1W 1NQ 3 double bedroom apartment with terrace overlooking the River Thames.

Swedenborg Gardens, London E1 8HP 4 bedroom house. Within easy access to the City & Canary Wharf.

Price: £424,995 Freehold

Price: £1,199,995 Leasehold

Price: £460,000 Freehold

City Reach, Orton Street, Wapping E1W 1LN

Kelson House, Stewart Street, London E14 3JL

Lime Close, Wapping E1W 2QP

Rental Price: £320 PW

Rental Price: £260 PW

Rental Price: £360 PW

Breezers Court, Wapping E1W 2BE

Mauretania Building, London E1W 3WB

Hermitage Court, Wapping E1W 1PW

Rental Price: £395 PW

Rental Price: £365 PW

Rental Price: £425 PW

1 Double bedroom modern apartment

2 double bedroom duplex apartment with superb water views.

Spacious One Bedroom Warehouse Conversion. Larger than average 1 bedroom flat on the 2nd floor.

2 double bedroom duplex apartment.

2 double bedroom apartment. 2 bathrooms.

Hermitage Court, Wapping e1w 1pw

Waterman Way, Wapping E1W 2QW 2 double bedroom house which is situated within easy access to the City.

Scotia Building, Wapping E1W 3WA

Price: £1,250,000 Share of freehold

Rental Price: £440 PW

Price: £349,995 Leasehold

Capital Wharf, Wapping E1W 1LY

East Smithfield Parking Space, Wapping E1W 1AT

Secure parking space to rent in East Smithfield’s Ivory House.

Bridewell Place, Wapping E1W 2PB This studio is set within a lovely converted development.

Price: £799,999 Leasehold

Rental Price: £30 PW

Rental Price: £270 PW

Prospect Place, Wapping E1W 3TJ

Orient Wharf, Wapping E1W 2NN

White Horse Road, London E1 0NL

Rental Price: £280 PW

Rental Price: £299 PW

Rental Price: £395 PW

4 bedrooms, 2 with en suite shower rooms.

2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment.

1 Bedroom modern apartment within this secure development in Wapping.

1 double bedroom apartment. Close to Tower Hill.

2 bedroom apartment within this modern development.

2 Bedroom apartment within this pub conversion.

SALES 0207 510 9978 www.rubiconestates.co.uk info@rubiconestates.co.uk

Dunbar Wharf E14 • Two Double Bedrooms • Two Bathrooms

St Johns Wharf, Wapping E1W • River Views • Underground Parking

• Two Double Bedrooms • Two Bathrooms

£640,000

Drake House, Limehouse E14 • Three Bedroom • Penthouse

• 360 Degree Panoramic Views • Mezzanine Floor

£1,250,000

• Warehouse Style • Chain Free

£850,000

Ontario Tower, Canary Wharf E14 • Fourteenth floor • Two bedrooms

• River views • Two bathrooms

£589,950 Leasehold

LETTINGS

Rubicon Estates Agents Ltd 65 Narrow Street, London, E14 8DP

0207 510 9982 www.rubiconestates.co.uk info@rubiconestates.co.uk

Capital Wharf, Wapping • 2 Double Bedrooms • Direct River Views

Eaton House, Canary Wharf E14

• Concierge • Gym

• Two Double Bedrooms • Concierge • Spectacular River Views • Leisure Facilities

£650PW

Times Square, Tower Hill E1 • Two Double Bedroom • Modern Development

• South Facing Terrace • Furnished

£495 per week

£750PW

Victoria Wharf, Limehouse E14 • Two Bedroom • Riverview Balcony

• Underground Parking • Unfurnished

£485 per week

£5,175,000

Drax Estate, Wimbledon Common

A detached residence with enormous potential for alteration and improvement on a plot of almost 1 acre (0.350 hec) backing onto the Royal Wimbledon Golf Course 4/5 reception rooms • 7 bedrooms • 4 bath/shower rooms • all-weather tennis court • heated swimming pool • garaging • off-street parking • extensive gardens • ER/E

Private Coombe Hill Estate

Price on Application

A beautifully presented residence in a secluded setting adjacent to a golf course with wonderful gardens, gym and indoor swim spa pool 4 reception rooms • super fitted kitchen • 5 bedrooms • 5 bath/shower rooms (incl annexe) • gym • 2 double garages • roof terrace • long gated drive • ER/D

Wimbledon Village’s Premier Estate Agent - Sales: +44 (0) 20 8947 9833 Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833

www.robertholmes.co.uk

Wimbledon Village

£13,000 pcm/£7,000,000

A beautifully presented, light and airy Edwardian residence with elegant, well-balanced accommodation in the heart of the Village moments from the Common 3 reception rooms • study • super kitchen/breakfast room • 7 bedrooms • 5 bath/shower rooms • 2 dressing rooms • 2nd floor kitchen • heated swimming pool • gated carriage drive • ER/D

Coombe House Estate

£10,000 pcm/£3,600,000

A comprehensively refurbished and extended detached residence on a southerly plot of just under half an acre with extensive and versatile accommodation 4 reception rooms • super kitchen/breakfast/family room • 6 bedrooms • 7 bathrooms • double garage • large southerly garden • total accommodation approx 6790 sq ft • ER/C

Wimbledon Village’sWimbledon Premier Estate Agent Lettings: +44 (0) 20 8879 9669 Village 020- 8947 9833

London’s Finest Properties | www.liferesidential.co.uk

exceptional transport links | beautifully interior designed

One Battersea Square, Battersea, SW11 | £475,000 £425,000 Leasehold Beautifully presented | Open plan kitchen/reception room | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | private immaculate Lots of storage | Two balconies | Riverterrace views ||Secure coveredcondition parking | | Close to Battersea Villagespecification | Secure and private development 24hr concierge | superior

ious development | 24hr concierge | residents gym | moments from City

Ecity, Old Street, EC2 | £435,000 £549,950Leasehold Air conditioning | Luxury fully integrated kitchen | Available fully furnished |

St Giles, SE5 Selection of 1- 3 Bedroom £380 Apartment per week s | £325 - £525 pw Brand-new development | Only three and a half miles from the West End |

Warwick Row, SW1W 2-3 Bedroom apartment | £650 -£1100 pw £875 per week Impressive development located in the heart of Victoria | Facing the Royal

Designed for the City lifestyle

Replace the daily commute with an easy stroll, by living in the very heart of the City at Roman House. This magnificent collection of apartments and penthouses is designed for the demands of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s City-based international lifestyles and cosmopolitan tastes.

• Residents-only gym

• Studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom duplexes and individually designed 3 bedroom penthouses

• 24 hour concierge

• Architecturally significant building, expertly refurbished by Berkeley • Juliet balconies to most apartments; terraces to penthouses

• Luxurious specification includes fully equipped fitted kitchens, engineered timber flooring, underfloor heating • Impressive entrance foyer and lift lobby with feature mosaic • 999 year lease

Luxury Studios, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom residences from £660,000 The Berkeley Group invests in the skills that keep Britain’s heritage alive

Sales & Marketing Suite open daily 10am-6pm (Late night opening on Thursdays until 8pm ) Roman House, Wood Street, London, EC2Y 5BA.

Call: 020 3489 0613 or email: romanhouse@berkeleygroup.co.uk www.roman-house.co.uk

Roman House is a refurbished City landmark with many original features. Our Vision. Your Future.

Proud to be a member of the Berkeley Group of companies

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• Located in the heart of the City, next to The Barbican

LUXURY 4, 5 & 6 BEDROOM WATERFRONT HOMES 650 acre Cotswold estate / 90 minutes from London / award winning spa £1,000,000 to £4,000,000 freehold property not to be used as primary residence

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SPOTLIGHT ON: Greenwich Living

WHY

Since the London Olympics 2012, Greenwich is now amongst the capital’s most desirable addresses. The historic streets, parks, shops, bars and restaurants of Royal Greenwich radiate a community feel. The picturesque World Heritage Site — Maritime Greenwich, as well as the River Thames, give the area tranquillity while an emerging leisure and hospitality scene boasts venues from the likes of Caprice Holdings and chef Guy Awford to ensure entertainment and lifestyle is high on the agenda. The University of Greenwich also provides excellent sub-letting potential.

WHERE

The River Gardens at Royal Greenwich, a residential development of contemporary architecture, faces the striking skyline of one of London’s major financial centres, Canary Wharf, just across the River Thames. The semi-diurnal tidal flows of the river provide a constant change to the landscape and creates a vibrant hub of luxury river-side living. The wealth of leisure facilities including a private gym, tennis courts and swimming pool are designed around four beautifully landscaped garden squares. As well as a dedicated concierge, shops and restaurants will be available to residents, with added extras such as a crèche and business centre. The River Gardens offers contemporary London living in the heart of this Royal Borough.

WHAT

Internationally acclaimed architects Squire & Partners, renowned for creating glossy, cutting-edge developments, designed the apartments at The River Gardens which are contemporary in design, sleek and spacious with floor-to-ceiling windows and large balconies.

WHO

London & Regional with Jones Lang LaSalle www.therivergardens.com 020 3747 6111

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