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CONTENTS August 2016

Regulars 10 Editor’s letter 12 Five minutes with... Restaurateur Jamie Barber, owner of Hush 14 Couture culture The worlds of fashion, film and art collide in August’s cultural round-up 60 True grit Soldier on through summer in military style 101 Remembering Mayfair Celebrate the 160-year history of Burlington Arcade jeweller Hancocks

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Who’s wearing the trousers now? The winds of change are sweeping through Savile Row. Elizabeth Finney reports on the takeover of women’s tailoring

96 30 The master of monochrome Jack Watkins previews a Terence Donovan retrospective at The Photographers’ Gallery 48 Art and glory The creatives behind the official Rio 2016 prints reveal their inspirations 56 It’s a woman’s world Discover Amanda Wakeley’s bespoke racing silks 70 The pace maker Matthew Carter tests out Jaguar’s new F-Pace SUV

18 22 Great guns Marianne Dick steps behind the scenes at Purdey’s London factory 26 A question of sport Traditional pastimes remain as popular as ever, finds Olivia Sharpe

34 Collection

53 Fashion

79 Health & beauty

91 Travel

45 Art

75 Interiors

86 Food & drink

102 Property

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Acting Editor Hannah Lemon Deputy Editor Camilla Apcar Contributing Editor Lauren Romano Jewellery Editor Olivia Sharpe Watch Editor Richard Brown Editorial Assistant Marianne Dick Editorial Intern Lucy Jones Brand Consistency Laddawan Juhong Senior Designer Daniel Poole Production Alice Ford Danny Lesar Jamie Steele Hugo Wheatley General Manager Fiona Fenwick Executive Director Sophie Roberts Managing Director Eren Ellwood

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“One way to get the most out of life is to look upon it as an adventure” William Feather As much as we love Mayfair, sometimes an escape to the countryside is a welcome breath of fresh air. This month marks the start of the gaming season, giving us good reason to head off to the green fields beyond. Donning tweeds for a spot of stalking or sturdy waders for trout fishing doesn’t sound particularly glamorous, but Olivia Sharpe hunts out local boutiques that provide luxury solutions for discerning sporting specialists (p.26). Meanwhile, Marianne Dick ducks behind the scenes at gunmakers Purdey to explore the detailed craftsmanship behind this traditional pastime (p.22). It won’t be long before you’re back and, as always, there is plenty to keep you amused, from a retrospective on fashion photographer Terence Donovan (p.30) to Savile Row’s female tailors (p.18).

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What do you think is so special about Mayfair? It has an old world charm without being snooty. I’m always bumping into local characters, whether it’s the Big Issue seller who does flaring tricks with his magazines or Melissa Odabash, whose head office is around the corner from us.

40 years, so I’m really influenced by the food we have there.

Best date night venue? We recently held a wedding for a couple who had their first date at Hush. However, I don’t think my wife would be impressed if I suggested it as a venue, so I’d have to say Park Chinois: it’s very decadent and entertaining.

Why did you open Hush here? The site was once an old taxi rank – as soon as we saw it, we knew that was where we wanted to be. This is typical of Mayfair: you’re in the heart of the city and yet if you step off the beaten track, you find hidden gems.

Favourite memory of London? The Met Bar in the ’90s.

Where do you shop? Belstaff for clothes and Aspinal for backgammon boards. I’m a keen player and we have the boards in our cocktail lounge.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? If you don’t ask, you don’t get. Take every meeting. And always bring a notebook.

What is your favourite restaurant in London?

Any regrets?

Jamie Barber Co-founder of Villandry, Sake No Hana, Cabana and Kitchen Italia talks Russian tipples, Asian cuisine and date nights at his restaurant Hush

My family loves Asian food, so you’ll find us in Roka, Zuma or Hakkasan. But for something a bit more relaxed, you can’t beat The Good Earth in Mill Hill.

Most interesting person you’ve worked with? Alan Yau (founder of Wagamama and Hakkasan) is an inspiration: his attention to detail is second to none. He sent a feng shui specialist to my house in Highgate when we first bought it. Fingers crossed everything still seems to be in the right place.

Is it difficult for new restaurants to start out? The scene has become savvier – it’s no longer about having a vast space in a prime location. Initiatives like The Mayfair Market are a great way for young businesses to test the waters.

Are you a good cook? I like to think I am. My family has been going to the same town on the Italian Riviera for over

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The Met Bar in the ’90s.

I worked as an entertainment lawyer, so I’d probably be doing that. Having the Spice Girls singing on the boardroom table was certainly a highlight.

What is your guilty pleasure? Tennis. I’d play every day if I could. And vodka straight from the freezer. s l u x u ry l o n d o n . c o. u k s

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The Maddox Gallery is presenting its first summer exhibition, which is set to become an annual event. Expect the latest work from artists in the gallery’s portfolio, including Michael Moebius’s eye-catching prints and Illma Gore’s Make America Great Again – the controversial Donald Trump artwork that was censored in the US. Unseen pieces from newcomers will also be presented in this colourful display that is not to be missed. Until 26 August, 9 Maddox Street, W1S, maddoxgallery.co.uk

Couture culture INSET: Kenneth Branagh as Archie Rice in The Entertainer. ALL Photography by Johan Persson

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The Entertainer

enneth Branagh is bringing music hall performer Archie Rice to life in a new production of John Osborne’s The Entertainer. Branagh appears on stage opposite a remarkable cast, including Greta Scacchi as Rice’s fiery wife Phoebe. Rob Ashford takes the reins as director of the post-war play, which was first performed at the Royal Court in 1957. Other actors

making an appearance, including Sophie McShera and Jonah Hauer-King, are set to make the reproduction of this dark but loveable classic a memorable one. The final play of the season will be broadcast to cinemas worldwide – just in case you miss out on tickets, which are sure to sell out fast. 20 August – 12 November, The Garrick Theatre, branaghtheatre.com

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Following the First World War, socialites and actresses were synonymous with the glamorous and extravagant style definitive of the 1920s – when we think of this era we automatically imagine their sparkling necklines and adorned wrists. In a book launched this month, authors Stefano Papi and Alexandra Rhodes expose the dazzling jewels amassed by a particular circle of elite women, social climbers and Hollywood stars, and the stories that lie behind them. From fashion icon Daisy Fellowes to the Duchess of Windsor, the book reveals the splendour of this decadent high society. The special edition book features incredible photography and never-before-seen images, bringing to life some of the most astonishing and coveted pieces of the decade. 20th Century Jewelry and the Icons of Style, £28, Stefano Papi and Alexandra Rhodes, published by Thames & Hudson

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The Carer

cottish actor Brian Cox expertly brings humour to the unavoidable process of growing old in The Carer. His portrayal of Sir Michael Gifford, a retired star of the stage who is debilitated by Parkinson’s disease, is just as witty as it is heartbreaking. Cox is joined by a strong female cast, including Emilia Fox, who plays his domineering daughter; Anna Chancellor as his longtime companion;

and Coco König as Dorottya, a Hungarian immigrant who accepts the challenging role of carer. Against the backdrop of a picturesque country estate, the film is infused with English charm and a wry optimism through Gifford’s bitter rejection of help and Dorottya’s determination to learn from the theatrical legend. The Carer is in cinemas 5 August

#1 Chocolates, £23, Charbonnel et Walker, charbonnel.co.uk

#2 Corkscrew, £165, Thomas Lyte, thomaslyte.com

#3 Cashmere throw, £550, Johnstons of Elgin, johnstonscashmere.com

#4 Leather flask, £85, Fortnum & Mason, fortnumandmason.com

From clays and drives to wildfowling and stalking, this David Linley walnut drinks carrier is the perfect companion for a day out in the countryside

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On 21 June the water feature at The Connaught was occupied by a group of bathers, courtesy of artist Alex Katz. The day-long installation of cut-out sculptures was called Chance, placed in the famous fountain designed by Tadao Ando in celebration of the Alex Katz: Quick Light exhibition at the Serpentine. They can now be found at the modern and contemporary art gallery Timothy Taylor, next to the fountain. Until 3 September, Timothy Taylor, 15 Carlos Place, W1K, timothytaylorgallery.com

Heddon Street Kitchen is declaring school’s out for the summer with a create-yourown ice cream and lolly pop-up in collaboration with Carpigiani. The terrace has been transformed into a vintage-inspired seaside promenade, where you can choose from a variety of ice cream flavours and cover them with different sauces and toppings. It’s the perfect way to spend time in the sun during the holidays for every age – plus there’s the Hard Shakes that combine liquor and ice cream to ensure adults have just as much fun as the children. For those without a sweet tooth, seasonal dishes from the à la carte menu, including Scottish mussels and fish and chips, will also be on offer. heddonstreetkitchen.com

Something old, something new

Guinevere Antiques was established in 1963 on the King’s Road, but for the next month it can also found in a pop-up showroom at The Weiss Gallery on Jermyn Street. The assortment includes a glass and silver plate inkwell with a dog’s head, an Austrian silver jug shaped as an elephant, and a large full-size plaster cast of Apollo Belvedere – to furnish the most intriguing of homes. The Weiss Gallery, 59 Jermyn Street, SW1Y, weissgallery.com images Courtesy of the Gordon Ramsay Group

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Make the move Kemo Marriott, founder of Holistic Motions, is launching the exclusive new High Impact Health Coaching Program at business club 12 Hay Hill. Whether you are fitness obsessed, anti-gym, or only just getting around to that New Year’s resolution, this highly bespoke service promises to improve nutrition, concentration and energy levels, as well as give you the best workout possible. holisticmotions.com

Pay what you like Galvin at Windows is offering diners a unique opportunity: enjoy a five-course meal prepared by a Michelin-starred chef, and choose the price you pay. General manager Fred Sirieix has only positive expectations for the public’s reaction to the concept: “I believe 99.9 per cent of people value honesty and integrity,” he says. Taking place during August only, bookings must be made 48 hours prior to the event and for groups no bigger than four. 020 7208 4021, reservations@galvinatwindows.com

Grosvenor Film Festival presented by The Nomad Cinema in association with Chestertons

Picture perfect For the third year in a row, Londoners can spend the warm summer evenings in the city’s most charming outdoor locations. The Grosvenor Film Festival in association with Chestertons returns to select locations to provide a programme of evening entertainment, and this month it’s

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Suits and stilettos: a new breed of tailor is sweeping through Savile Row. Elizabeth Finney takes a closer look at the recent takeover in bespoke clothing

he tailor’s chalk lines are blurring – never before has Savile Row seen so much progression. Last year Phoebe Gormley founded Gormley & Gamble, the first women’s-only tailor on the street, while Kathryn Sargent was declared the first female master tailor. Both are redesigning the fabric of the industry. With more women in highpowered, money-rich and time-poor careers than ever before, it’s become clear that they also require a uniform.

Slowly but surely, craftspeople like Gormley and Sargent are attempting to answer that age-old question: what do women want? Whatever the answer is, it’s not ‘one size fits all’. “Luxury is no longer having a brand written across your chest,” Gormley explains. “Luxury is having something that no one else has – that’s the power of bespoke.” Female fashion has taken an interesting path. The explosion of the Industrial Revolution (the end of which saw the first patented sewing machines in the mid-1800s) sparked the standardisation of clothing production – fast

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fashion was in its fledgling years. An increasing demand for affordable clothing during the 1960s fuelled rapidly changing sartorial seasons, which has since become the norm. With an increasing focus on sustainability and ethical practices in fashion, has come an appreciation for independent designers who can assert the origins of their creativity and production. This is where Gormley has stepped in with high quality, bespoke garments.

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When Gormley's parents denied her a dressmaker’s mannequin at the age of 12 she used chicken wire and papier mâché to make her own. Three years later she began interning with tailors, and progressed to university to study costume design. However, seeing a gap in the market, she took her final year’s tuition fees and started a business instead. “Savile Row is still a man’s world, but as a woman in a male-dominated industry you can either let it bother you or just accept it,” Gormley explains, frankly adding: “I’ve got bigger fish to fry.” Sargent takes a similar view, accepting that the male majority doesn’t have to have any effect on her career. “When I first started work, I had to prove myself, as would a man, through hard work and appreciation for the craft,” she tells me. “I have to say that my peers have mostly been extremely supportive. If my being a woman inspires more women to become involved in the industry, both from an employment and client perspective, then I am flattered and see it only as a positive thing and a sign of the times.” Savile Row has been a staple in menswear fashion history since 1846, when one of the oldest surviving tailoring houses, Henry Poole & Co, expanded its Mayfair premises to include an entrance to the street. Prior to this, it was the popular military tailors who laid down their roots in the surrounding area including James Gieve, James Poole, Joseph Ede, Jacob Dege. The list is lengthy. Throughout the 19th and 20th centuries these respected men honed in on the Row, turning their hand to sporting attire and occasion wear in addition to uniforms. For decades the street has been at the heart of bespoke fashion, and though there were pieces made for women, the art predominantly appealed to men. Gormley’s first customer was Jayne-Anne Gadhia, the chief executive of Virgin Money, and she has seen a high return rate from those who have a busy working week and no desire to spend their free time shopping. “Our workwear customers ask the question, ‘do I want to go up

and down Regent Street and queue or do I want to spend time with my kids?’,” says Gormley. “Perhaps women in their 20s want a big wardrobe, but it’s generational. Here the customer is the designer. She doesn’t follow trends, it’s about what works for her and her body shape rather than anything else.” Though Sargent creates pieces for both men and women, she’s noticed a shift in the demographic. “More women want to have bespoke pieces, and some of my clients are frustrated by the tailored garments offered by designers,” she reveals. “I am being asked to make more individual pieces for women, such as skirts, dresses and jackets. Women are also realising that the choice of cloth we have to work with is huge, and that their style choices are much less limited than they once were.” Taking a traditional route, Sargent progressed from fashion college to a placement at Denman & Goddard,

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before climbing through the ranks at Gieves & Hawkes. “My time there gave me a solid foundation for my craft,” Sargent reminisces. “I had some fantastic teachers there and learned about the history and what I consider to be the art of tailoring.” Michelle Emerson, chief executive of Walpole, explains the shift in demographic. “British luxury is about creating heritage and delivering excellent craftsmanship, which is what it so appealing about bespoke tailoring,” she says. “The fact that there are more women in the workforce has increased the need for tailored suits, as well as a counter movement against fast fashion.” Emerson explains that though there have always been women behind the scenes, more are being drawn to tailoring as a career. “Crafts that have been traditionally followed by men are being taken up by women. We run two mentoring programmes and there is a strong trend in the applications from women who want to go into shoemaking, tailoring and watchmaking,” adds Emerson. “The digital revolution has played a part as well, allowing women to be inspired through social channels. More British luxury brands are championing the digital arena.” But is the budding involvement of women in the world of bespoke design a passing trend, destined to get tossed aside with shoulder pads and lace gloves in favour of a return to fast

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“Savile Row has always evolved and stood the test of time. It’s inevitable that we will see more progression”

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fashion? “Once people start caring about something it’s quite hard to go back from that,” says Gormley. “I don’t think this change in consumerism in favour of more independent brands will disappear, though it might fade.” Sargent shows similar faith. “Savile Row has always evolved and stood the test of time. It is inevitable that we will see a progression of designs over the next few years, but with history and craftsmanship remaining at the heart of the work.” You will see labels like Kathryn Sargent becoming household names and I’m sure there will be an increasing demand for women-only tailors,” says Emerson confidently. “Outdated stereotypes of what is perceived to be a woman’s trade and a man’s trade are being challenged and that is a healthy development for all industries.”

GREAT GUNS As Purdey celebrates its first anniversary in its new home, Marianne Dick takes a tour behind the scenes to discover the secrets of the esteemed gunmakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s process

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Richard Purdey. While the Purdey family no longer own the company – the Beaumont family took over in 1946 and then the Richemont Group in 1994 – Richard still works with the company on a consultant basis. Next to Richard is Nigel Beaumont who started as an apprentice to an actioner (a person who makes the action on the gun and fits barrels and lock plates to it) in the ’70s and worked his way up to become chairman of the firm in 2007. He is one of only a handful of people who know how to make a Purdey gun from start to finish. The renovation of the factory has changed the Locks and triggers craftsman Keith Ward traditional gunmaking process in many ways by introducing more space and facilities across three levels. A Purdey gun is made entirely in-house, beginning as a lump of steel in the machine room where it is cut into basic shapes that are then finished by hand. Machine cutting the steel is a relatively new method, which helps to reduce unnecessary hours of labour. One of the most hi-tech advancements is the introduction of the rapidly expanding computer-aided design (CAD) team. Mapping out each individual order before it is made, the team can identify how the engraver john dowell engineering will work. For example, they can test where the stress points are in the spring that releases and ejects the he Purdey factory in West London cartridge to ensure future parts last longer and is tucked away between quiet are more efficient. Another major improvement streets and it takes me longer to that the company has benefited from is the find it than I anticipate. I soon construction of a range on the ground level that learn though, that to celebrate the runs the full length of the building. Before this gunmaker’s 200th anniversary in the guns would have to be taken to be tested at 2014 the factory was completely the West London Shooting School. rebuilt (it closed in December 2012 and reopened Out of the 81 people in the company around 45 in June 2015) in beautiful Victorian weathered work in the factory, and when I enter the brick so that it blends into the surroundings. sprawling workshop I sense that this particular While the premises looks unassuming from the room is where the real magic happens. While the courtyard, once I enter I am greeted by a huge tools remain the same for the craftsmen, the build portrait of the founder James Purdey: this is has changed the ambience – natural light reaches unmistakably a Purdey factory. The building even every corner of the room and benches are laid has its own compact version of (its Mayfair out side by side in the order of the process. boutique) Audley House’s famous long room, Many of the craftsmen also have protégés affectionately dubbed the short room. Replica (there are currently nine apprentices working in photographs line the walls, including an image of the company) as the future of the business is a the only remaining associated family member,

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priority. The employment procedure has remained relatively untouched for years: traditionally employees would join the company as teenagers and be taught by a senior specialist for five years before being officially declared a gunmaker by The Worshipful Company of Gunmakers. It is one of the few trades that simply can’t be taught using books. Purdey still uses a traditional machine known as a lapping machine to thin the barrels, but the real precision lies in the hands of the barrel filer. Using time-honoured methods such as smoke blacking – where indentations in the soot indicate how the connected parts are touching – the craftsmen mould the pieces to an accuracy of the nearest thou (thousandth of an inch). Each stage of the process has a background steeped in history. The finest example is the story of Frederick Beesley’s famous patent that Purdey still uses for its side-by-side game guns. Beesley was a stocker at the company when he invented the assisted opening mechanism in 1879 – after he left, Purdey purchased the patent. The mechanism allows shooters to reload more efficiently by using the remaining energy in the main spring to help the gun open and fire out the used cartridges automatically, so you can swiftly move on to your next target. Locks and triggers craftsman Keith Ward recalls the writer Geoffrey Boothroyd visiting the factory. Boothroyd was a prominent figure in firearms literature and is often regarded as the inspiration

These guns are exceptional pieces of British heritage, which is why they are often handed down through generations for Ian Fleming’s James Bond character Q. During a tour of the factory, Boothroyd became particularly fascinated by the rebounding lock device, a mechanism patented by John Stanton in 1867, which you can see on an over-and-under gun but not on a side-by-side gun. “The history of rebounding locks actually goes back to hammer guns,” explains Ward. “With early models, before you opened the gun you had to pull the hammers back to half cocked. Now, instead of having to physically cock the hammers back, they rock back into safety or half-cocked so you can shoot and then immediately open the gun.” The stock (the butt of the gun that is held against the shoulder) is made from Turkish walnut, costing around €1,000 per block, enough for one gun. After the action has been carefully fitted onto it, the wood is shaped to the customer’s bespoke measurements and hand chequered for grip.

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There are two in-house engravers and I’m introduced to Tony Maidment who used to engrave bank notes. He moved to Purdey when notes were no longer produced on steel plates. He is currently working on an intricate creation and it is a masterpiece in itself: just like painters or sculptors, Maidment tells me he can easily tell one engraver’s style from another. The engraving is the most visible element of the gun, so the engravers sit down with the customer to discuss their desires, with many opting for images of pets, hunting scenes and even the addition of gold. In the finishing stages the guns are hardened, assembled and tested, before around 30-50 coats of the company’s closely guarded secret oil slacum are applied over a three-week period -resulting in that recognisable deep, rich gloss. While modern advancements have shaved valuable time off the manufacturing process, they have in no way affected the exquisite craftsmanship and hand finishing that the brand is known for. These guns are exceptional pieces of British heritage, which is why they are often handed down through generations and why every single step of the process is at the will of the customer – you can even reserve a specific serial number if you wish. Finisher Russ Nicholls shows me the gun hub to conclude the tour. He has a long history with the brand and all the tools to carve out a bright future. His father worked for Purdey for 46 years and his brother is one of the managers. Nicholls has been an employee for 11 years, but in Purdey time he’s only just getting started. The gun hub is where all the models are kept, whether they’re new, in progress or part of the heritage collection. When surrounded by so many gleaming artefacts, the astonishing cost – both financially and in man-hours (it takes around 18 months to two years to make a model) – becomes considerably more understandable. For those who can’t quite grasp the concept of this type of purchase, it helps to compare it to a luxury car: a possession you might dream about all your life so when it comes to the real thing, every intricate detail must be absolutely perfect. At this point I understand. Purdey is up there with Rolls-Royce – both manufacturers of working pieces of art. James Purdey & Sons, Audley House, 57-58 South Audley Street, W1K, purdey.com

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With the season of outdoor country pursuits about to get underway, Olivia Sharpe considers how the traditional pastimes of fishing and shooting are still as popular as ever

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eople who fish or shoot often tend to get pigeonholed (forgive the pun) by society in terms of demographic and appeal. Out of the two, shooting is considered the more glamorous and initially, it’s not hard to see why. If I had the choice between donning my country tweeds for a day out on the moors or wading knee-deep in a river, I know which one I’d opt for. However, you can’t deny the popularity of fishing. Ranked among football, golf and tennis as one of the UK’s top ten most popular sports, there is a vast fishing culture out there, from professional anglers to amateur enthusiasts.

August marks National Fishing Month, which, since its inception, has a mission to encourage everybody to join in the sport. And yet, when you consider the National Angling Survey, they don’t need to do much to reel in the young. In 2012, the survey showed that 87 per cent of current anglers become hooked on fishing between the age of four and 16. Tarquin Millington-Drake, managing director of sports travel company Frontiers (which has been going for more than 45 years), and Richard Scrope, his UK sporting specialist, both insist that the stereotypical image of the retired fisherman, complete with beard and scruffy Barbour jacket, was dispelled a long time ago.

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“It all depends on your upbringing when it comes to the age group of people who fish,” says Scrope. “If you were brought up fishing as a child, it’s something that you continue to do. There are, of course, older people coming into it later in life, but then it becomes much more of a relaxed, steady pastime.” While both of them would agree that fishing remains predominantly a male hobby, Millington-Drake notes that there has been a recent surge in female fishers. “There are women on most of our trips now, whether they are accompanying their partners or taking part,” he explains. “And especially in places such as Russia, the Seychelles and Iceland, we have women fishing every week.” With offices in the UK and the US, Frontiers is an international operation, both in terms of its clientele and the destinations it covers. Catering for the luxury end of the market, the company claims that it can “tailor any trip to the client’s specifications within reason”. From arranging travel insurance and accommodation to organising an entire wardrobe of fishing equipment to be flown in by private jet, the sky is truly the limit. This tailor-made element applies to shooting too. Interest in bespoke trips around the globe has remained fairly consistent over the years, especially among Americans who want the quintessentially British experience. There is one regular group of New Zealand clients at Frontiers, for example, who particularly enjoy the high life. “We arranged

for them to stay at Belvoir Castle because they wanted to experience the traditional English pastime of shooting,” explains Scrope. “On top of this, we organised helicopters to and from the shooting lodges to London, suppers at Chiltern Firehouse and the best private accommodation.” Alastair Phillips, the gun room manager of William Evans (a gun and rifle maker since 1883) would agree that shooting has “become more accessible to more people in the modern age”. The belief that shooting is an elitist sport, only open to the super wealthy, is widely held today, and when you consider the cost of William Evans’ guns (a bespoke model starts from £8,000, and goes up to as much as £120,000), it is little wonder. But that doesn’t stop equipment flying off the shelves. “Top-end European gunmakers like Italian brand Zoli are investing heavily in the UK market, as there is such an appetite for luxury shotguns,” says Derek Edgar, managing director of Edgar Brothers, the UK’s largest distributor of sporting firearms. “Its stunning Expedition EL shotgun became an overnight bestseller. British shooters certainly appreciate the finer things.”

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While it can be an expensive hobby, Scrope stresses that there are thousands of shoots in the UK, many of which are smaller, reasonably priced family-run affairs. Of course, the main reason why people head to the hills or lakes is not for the five-star treatment, but for the love of the sport. “For those living in London, shooting provides escapism,” says Edgar. “Whizzing off to the country on a Friday night for a day’s driven grouse is the perfect antidote to a week’s work in the capital. After a few days enjoying the simple pleasures of the countryside, Londoners hit Monday morning feeling refreshed." This may be why Mayfair and the surrounding area is home to more than a handful of boutiques selling fishing rods, waders and shooting jackets. Brian Fratel, fishing director at Farlows in St James’s, has met kings, queens, princes, lords, ladies, dukes and maharajahs, who all head to the high-end equipment and country clothing company for expert advice. “Clients want to be kitted out in chest waders and boots for trips to Russia in search of Atlantic salmon,” he explains. “And we are coming up to peak season on the River Tweed too.” It’s not just anglers who are keen to don the right attire. Shooting manager at Farlows, Will Hogan, says that with preparations underway for the start of the grouse season, people are looking for traditional British garb with cutting-edge technical performance and protection from the elements. Country bumpkins and retired anglers may be burdened with the albatross of stereotypes, but it is being swiftly disregarded now that Londoners are wading in, who are better dressed, wellequipped and armed with insider information. Is this enough for them to haul in the catch of the day? Well, there’s only one way to find out.

“Whizzing off for a day’s driven grouse is the perfect antidote to a week’s work in the capital”

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The master of

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Twenty years after his death, fashion photographer Terence Donovan is still making waves. Jack Watkins charts his success ahead of a retrospective of his work at The Photographers’ Gallery

Terence Donovan French Elle, 2 September 1965 ‘Les Manteaux arts modernes’ Coat by Pierre Cardin ©Archives Elle/HFA Courtesy of the Terence Donovan Archive

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n the autumn of 1996 GQ ran a 21-page spread of Terence Donovan’s portraits of Cool Britannia icons entitled National Anthems. Jarvis Cocker of Blur, Brett Anderson of Suede and Mark E Smith of The Fall were among the rock musicians featured, and their intimate, informal poses carried overtones of the Swinging Sixties, whose spirit was reinvented for the new era. Donovan had been a mood shaper of the mini-skirt and Beatlemania decade. As a member of the so-called Terrible Three (as dubbed by Sir Cecil Beaton – the others were Brian Duffy and David Bailey), he was part of a group of edgy working-class boys, who transformed the camp image of their profession and ripped up the fashion photography rule book with their dynamically framed shots of young, chic, streetwise models. While Donovan continued to do shoots for magazines such as Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, since the 1970s his interests had been increasingly focused on commercial and pop videos. His work on Robert Palmer’s UK 1986 hit single Addicted to Love was widely imitated. National Anthems could have heralded Donovan’s long-awaited return to photography on the frontline. It wasn’t to be. The same month the portraits were published, Donovan, 60, was found hanging from the ceiling of a studio he was building in Hanwell, West London. His suicide perplexed many. It seemed to arise from depression, a side effect of the steroids he was prescribed for a skin condition. Donovan was reluctant to look back at his old photos, preferring to concentrate on the future and plan the next project. What he would’ve thought, then, about the major retrospective of his work at The Photographer’s Gallery is anyone’s guess. Robin Muir, the exhibition’s guest curator, describes how once Donovan completed a

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FROM TOP: Terence Donovan Terence Stamp, British Vogue, July 1967. Photographed on the set of John Schlesinger’s Far From the Madding Crowd. ©The Condé Nast Publications Ltd. Courtesy of the Terence Donovan Archive Terence Donovan ‘Dressed Overall’ Fashion Feature for Nova, March 1974 ©Terence Donovan Archive, Courtesy of the Terence Donovan Archive

job, he would place the negatives in boxes and seal them up with string, seldom to be re-opened. However, the manner in which each negative was carefully wrapped and numbered, along with the meticulously maintained day books that Donovan kept from the moment he opened his first studio in 1959 right through to his death, suggest he knew the value of his work more than he let on. In any case, he was a well-known obsessive, spending time working out the nature and composition of a picture days in advance, so much so that sitters were often surprised at how quickly a session would be concluded. Speed of Light, the name of the exhibition, seems entirely apt. The show marks what would have been Donovan’s 80th birthday. “It seemed timely to reassess his legacy with a retrospective, focusing across all stages of his career,” explains Clare Grafik, the head of exhibitions at The Photographers’ Gallery. “It ranges from his seminal fashion work in the 1960s to his experiments in the moving image, as well as his collaborations with musicians such as Robert Palmer and Malcom McLaren, and his later portraiture. The show pulls together studio notes, contact sheets and original material from the Terence Donovan Archive for the first time, giving valuable insight into the photographer’s working methods and vision.” That Donovan deserves such attention, there can be no doubt. As Grafik says, he, Duffy and Bailey were long-standing friends, but they had entirely separate careers, and distinctive approaches. Their work has tended to be overlooked by photography historians. Consulting encyclopedias, it is striking how Bailey is seldom granted more than a few lines, while Donovan

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and Duffy are fortunate if they receive a mention at all. But Grafik says this may not be such a bad thing. “Fashion photography has always retained a fascinating position between applied and fine art practices. Many fashion photographers enjoy the fact that their work is disseminated through magazines – and now online – to a much larger audience than may be the case with traditional fine art. Donovan was no different in this, and was more interested in the relevance and currency of his work at its moment of making rather than its appreciation or legacy as fine art.”

RIGHT: Terence Donovan French Elle, 1 September 1966 ‘Du Nouveau sous le nouveau tunnel’ Fashion by Cardin ©Archives Elle/HFA Courtesy of the Terence Donovan Archive BELOW: Twiggy, photographed by Terence Donovan for Woman’s Mirror, August 27 1966 ©2012 Terence Donovan Archive

“Terence Donovan’s photos were so perfect. They expressed an incredible symbiosis between the model and the clothes” Instead, it has often been left to those beyond academic circles to remind us how good his work really is. “Terence Donovan’s photos were so perfect. They expressed an incredible symbiosis between the model and the clothes,” the Spanish fashion designer Manolo Blahnik once said. “The crispness of his black and white images is imprinted on the memory.” The gritty, grainy nature of black and white, the curious mix of realism and romance, and the bracing London backdrops create a sense of movement and mystery. We tend to recall ’60s stills for the female models, the likes of Jean Shrimpton and Twiggy, but Donovan’s pictures of male models for Man About Town are no less irresistible. Like Bailey, Donovan was proud of his East London origins, and long after he had a studio in Knightsbridge with a Rolls-Royce out the front, he’d return to prowl the streets of his childhood, and visit old friends and relatives. For his shoots, models would be taken back to these

ABOVE: Terence Donovan From ‘Thermodynamic’ fashion shoot for About Town, January, 1961 ©Terence Donovan Archive Courtesy of the Terence Donovan Archive

places. Bombsites, docklands and industrial plants would make for atmospheric settings, placing the female models in the ‘real world’, or as Donovan put it, looking like “birds we wanted to go out with”. Dubbed the Falstaff of Photography, Donovan was a big man with a mighty presence, but kind and solicitous with it. Even fellow snapper Norman Parkinson, who hated this brash breed of photography from the Terrible Three, had to admit a certain respect for him. “I wouldn’t like to say who is the most talented, but I fancy it’s Donovan,” he grudgingly remarked. Twenty years after his premature passing, this skill still provokes a response today. Terence Donovan Portraits is published by Damiani, £35, damianieditore.com; Terence Donovan: Speed of Light in association with Ricoh, until 25 September, The Photographers’ Gallery, tpg.org.uk

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ummer may have escaped London this year, but across the Channel its spirit has not been lost. This August, French jeweller Chaumet refreshes three classic collections – Liens, Hortensia and Joséphine – with pieces to help women breeze through the summer months looking effortlessly chic. In Liens, the sea’s vivid hues are represented in lapis lazuli, turquoise and mother-of-pearl, set within miniature versions of the house’s iconic “X” motif, while the Hortensia Aube Rosée collection holds particularly feminine appeal. Empress Joséphine’s passion for flowers is brought to life in a delicate range featuring pink sapphires, opals and rose gold. Finally, as the sun sets, Joséphine invites us to sparkle with ten pieces in a rounded reinterpretation of Chaumet’s historic Le Régent cushion-cut diamond. From £850, available from 1 August, chaumet.com Image courtesy of Chaumet Jeux de Liens collection

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Written in the stars As we await to see who will shine at the Rio 2016 Olympics, there is already a Brazilian star burning brightly in the world of jewellery. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Amsterdam Sauer’s first Diamonds International Award win, honouring the Constellation ring. To celebrate its jubilee, the original gold cylinder design has been transformed into a collection of rings, bracelets, necklaces and earrings. “We are all looking at space,” explains creative director Stephanie Wenk. “There are new revolutions in astrophysics, discoveries of stars, a reshaping of the universe. In a way, this excitement is a lot like the space race times in the 1960s when the Constellation ring was created. This collection makes women shine even brighter.” Constellation collection, from a selection, amsterdamsauer.com

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Metamorphosis Brazilian jewellery is defined by its bold, playful and unashamed use of colour and this has very much been reflected in jeweller Fernando Jorge’s new collection: Bloom. First showcased at this year’s Paris Couture Week as six one-of-a-kind pieces, the collection has since expanded into 15 styles for autumn. The Morpho ring takes inspiration from the eponymous butterfly native to the Amazon rainforest and incorporates cabochon Paraiba tourmalines with Australian chrysoprase. Meanwhile, the rare hyacinth macaw in flight has been brought to life through vivid Australian boulder opals and African tanzanites. From a selection, fernandojorge.co.uk s l u x u ry l o n d o n . c o. u k s

Fairy tale With multi-million pound turnovers, three standalone stores in London and an increasing number of boutiques worldwide, Monica Vinader has firmly laid down roots on the global jewellery scene. This month sees the company make yet another mark with the launch of Petra. Named after the ancient Greek word meaning “stone”, this collection of semiprecious pieces presents a new direction for the brand, with a jagged hexagonal design contrasted by sharp faceted stones. Mix and match the stackable rings – which feature pink quartz, moonstone or labradorite – for a chic everyday look this summer. From £65, 14 South Molton Street, W1K, monicavinader.com

Full plume Bulgari has always remained faithful to its Italian heritage and its new high jewellery collection is arguably its most elaborate tribute to date. Aptly named Magnificent Inspirations, it is divided into three lines – Mediterranean Eden, Roman Heritage and Italian Extravaganza – each designed by the brand’s creative director, Lucia Silvestri. From intricate floral motifs to sinister serpents and ancient Roman coins, the house’s most famous icons are represented throughout, but the piece that truly glitters is undoubtedly the Divas’ Dream Gioco e Vanità necklace. Adorned with blue sapphires, emeralds and diamonds, it recalls the fanned tail of a peacock. From a selection, 168 New Bond Street, W1S, bulgari.com

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of Olivia Sharpe meets Brazilian jeweller Ara Vartanian, who is bringing his native country’s vibrancy to London with his first flagship boutique in Mayfair

designer does not necessarily have to emulate his own designs, but in the case of Ara Vartanian and his one-of-a-kind jewellery pieces, you can clearly see the correlation between creator and creation. Normally based in São Paolo, the Brazilian jeweller has been travelling to and from London with much regularity of late as he prepares to open his first flagship store in Mayfair’s Bruton Place. With Brazil being a hotbed for jewellery talent (65 per cent of the world’s gemstone supply originates from here), Vartanian is not the first homegrown talent to have flown the nest, with the likes of Fernando Jorge and Yael Sonia dividing their time between Brazil, Europe and the US. Vartanian also has a strong presence in the US, with stockists in LA and New York, but in a

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recent interview with The New York Times, he implied how his choice of London as the location for his next store was somewhat serendipitous: “the wind blew and the sails pointed in that direction”. And it is with this casual but determined breeziness that Vartanian drifts into Morton’s Club one morning for our interview. With chiselled good looks and simply dressed in a black T-shirt, jeans and leather jacket, the jeweller appears to possess the same confidence and self-assurance as his celebrated jewels. Although his outer appearance lacks the same vibrancy as his colour-rich pieces, his innate passion materialises when he begins discussing his work. “I am very much involved with everything that’s to do with the brand,” he states emphatically. “After all, it carries my name, so I’m the person designing all the pieces and buying the stones.” Vartanian is well known for his daring and dramatic designs, pioneering such innovative techniques as the inverted diamond.

Ara Vartanian São Paulo showroom, photography: Rui Mendes

Five years ago he set himself the challenge of creating a ring for multiple fingers – a trend that has since catapulted into the mainstream. “Just a few weeks after designing the double finger ring, I decided to go one step further and create a three-finger version with an 11-carat yellow diamond,” he explains. “It takes someone quite daring to buy and wear such a piece, so it’s a great feeling being able to offer something to those willing to look outside of the box.” It is little wonder, then, that Vartanian’s designs have attracted a wealth of confident and assertive women, the most notable being Kate Moss. The jeweller speaks openly of his first meeting with the British supermodel at his São Paulo atelier almost

“It was when I began turning diamonds upside down that my relationship with my father soured” five years ago. “[Kate] came by my store and later her team called and told me that she had commissioned me to design a tanzanite ring. So I invited her to my showroom and she was very impressed. Since then we have developed a nice family friendship.” This “family” relationship refers to himself, Moss and Fran Cutler (leader of the legendary 1990s Primrose Hill party set) and Vartanian credits both women for having convinced him to lay down roots in London. “It was around the same time when I was considering bringing my brand into another country that both of them were pushing me to come to London. So Kate held a few events for me here, and that was it.”

So why is London such a perfect fit for Vartanian? “It has got this side to it,” he comments. “There is a lot of respect for the past. I think that consumers here like that one-of-a-kind aspect and have a great deal of respect for the artisan. It’s also at the top of the pyramid in terms of design.” As he presents me with a scaled-down model of his atelier, he explains that the design will take after his existing boutique in Brazil. I note the distinctly masculine feel of its earthy tones and sharp geometric lines. “Yes, definitely,” he agrees. “It is masculine, and my jewellery is masculine for the simple reason that it has been designed by a man. I have a team of architects who’ve worked with me for the past ten years, but I have a very strong hand. If I tried to match a person’s sense of style with my jewellery, it wouldn’t work.” Vartanian prides himself on his ability to be able to tap into what jewellery women want to wear, but insists he has never compromised on his own vision, and expects his customers to come to him. Penélope Cruz was recently photographed at a film screening wearing the jeweller’s hook earrings and, considering the Oscar-winning actress had up until that point typically sported Chopard to such events, it was quite a turn-up for the books. For Vartanian, however, he is happy when he sees any woman wearing his pieces. “For me, that’s the ideal situation. Someone who tried it and actually bought it. I create jewellery for women who understand my pieces and take a chance by buying one.” If there was one man who did not initially understand his vision, it was his father, Nerces. Vartanian is descended from a line of jewellers and his brother Jack has also taken up the tradition – both of them having been fortunate enough to grow up surrounded by precious stones. After graduating in economics from Boston University, Ara fancied himself as a banker (due to Charlie Sheen and Michael Douglas’ performance in Wall Street, he tells me) and worked as a trader at NASDAQ in New York. However, he soon realised that he didn’t quite have Gordon Gekko’s business acumen. “I left after three years because I was terrible at it and lost a lot of money,” he smiles. He began buying stones for his family’s business, but in 2005 sold his car and set up on his own.

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“It was when I started turning diamonds upside down that my relationship with my father soured,” he laughs. “That’s when he said, ‘Son you’re crazy.’ So I said, ‘Dad, I better give you a hug and say goodbye.’” While Vartanian loves the “freedom of creating”, he does not play with convention for the sake of it. His finished pieces masterfully balance size and proportion, and prove that there is method in the madness. He predominantly sticks to traditional processes, sketching each design before it is made by hand. The design journey always begins with the stone itself – the more challenging, the better. “I have no favourite stones, expect perhaps the more difficult ones. Unusual cuts that I’m never going to come across again. I like to buy stones so that when I eventually have to give them up, it gives me pain.” By pairing timeless gems with modern materials, his pieces have a contemporary finish. “I think even if you’ve got a 13-carat diamond, if you design it in the right way people can wear it without it attracting too much attention,” he reasons. “I don’t want someone to buy one of my pieces and it end up sitting in a drawer. The philosophy of my generation is that if you work hard for your money, you want something that you can show off.” Despite his seemingly ostentatious approach, the humble craftsman prefers to remain under the radar, believing this to be the secret to his success. “I’ll never think that I stand out. I try to be very careful with this because when you start thinking you stand out, you soon find you don’t. I just like to think I’m a guy doing the best he can. I don’t really plan things. I try to go where the wind’s blowing.” 44 Bruton Place, W1, aravartanian.com

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Watch news WORDS: RICHARD BROWN

Choose the right watch for you Mike France, co-founder of English watch company Christopher Ward, gives his advice on what to look out for when buying a quality timepiece From left: C60 Trident Chronograph Pro 600, £1,395; C60 Trident Pro Titanium 600-#2, £775

Do your research. Researching watch companies ensures a greater appreciation of each brand’s ethos. Take careful notice of the materials used in the production of an individual watch. Certain materials, such as stainless steel, are more prone to scratching. Ceramic and titanium will ensure that your watch remains scratch-proof and light to wear. Titanium is about half the weight of steel, but almost twice as strong. Consider the quality of the movement. Watch mechanisms produced and assembled in Switzerland are the industry leaders. Many “Swiss”-made mechanisms do not fulfill the strict criteria to be considered Swiss. A

watch is only truly Swiss if the movement follows certain regulations, and is cased and given a final inspection in Switzerland. Watches that don’t meet this criteria may simply advertise themselves as “Swiss Movement” or “Swiss Quartz”. True Swiss watches will be advertised as “Swiss Made”. Don’t worry about making a watch an investment piece. Except in rare cases, watches do not make a good long-term investment. As soon as they are worn they immediately start depreciating in value, and the nature of the watch market means that trends and tastes make predicting where it is heading very hard. Even for those watches that

will hold their value or slightly appreciate, it can take decades for them to do so. The beauty of watches is to be found in the intricacy of their design and aesthetics, and the personal pleasure they can bring to the owner. A watch is often the first thing noticed when meeting someone, and adds a level of sophistication and timelessness to any outfit. A fine wristwatch can provoke thought and discussion, and serve as an extension of the owner’s interest and identity.

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From left: Big Bang Broderie Sugar Skull 41mm £22,900; £10,200

Price doesn’t mean quality. When Christopher Ward was founded, we took time to analyse the market and found that many of the big players and household names were selling their watches at seven to 12 times the production cost due to considerable advertising and marketing overheads. Christopher Ward will only ever sell a watch at a maximum of three times the cost of the production, including VAT. It is financially savvy to purchase a watch directly from a watch house rather than via a third party retailer, as doing so cuts out the middle man and their markup. Well-known doesn’t always mean most reputable. It is important that you buy a watch from a reputable brand that is held in high regard within the industry, whose staff are knowledgeable, which operates ethically and has excellent customer and post-sale support. Customers also need to be savvy with the watch’s warranty and return policy. Our famous 60/60 guarantee – the most comprehensive in the world of watchmaking – means you have up to 60 days to return your watch free of charge if for any reason you are not happy with it, and a 60-month movement guarantee. This means you can have complete peace of mind when purchasing one of our timepieces. SPECIAL OFFER Christopher Ward would like to offer a ten per cent discount to readers. To redeem the offer, please use the code TMM10 at christopherward.co.uk. For terms and conditions, please visit christopherward.co.uk/terms

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Sewing machines Last year, with the help of Swiss embroidery specialists Bischoff, Hublot encased silk needlework within carbon fibre for the first time to produce the Big Bang Broderie, which won Best Ladies Watch at Geneva’s annual Grand Prix de l’Horlogerie. This year the collection is bolstered by the arrival of the Big Bang Broderie 41mm and the Big Bang Broderie Sugar Skull 41mm, each of which is delivered in 200-piece runs in ceramic, steel and yellow gold. Inside, you will find Hublot’s in-house, self-winding HUB 1110 movement, proving that eye-catching style has not come at the cost of mechanical substance. From £11,800, hublot.com

Diving in Raymond Weil has launched its first dive watch, and it ticks a lot of boxes. Clean, legible looks; a credible, self-winding movement; a sporty rubber strap with double-push security system; and, for the few people who might actually use this watch for the purpose it was intended, a unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel with Super-LumiNova indicators and a PVD-coated case that’s water resistant to 300 metres. Freelancer Dive Watch, from £1,595, raymond-weil.com

Best of both worlds It’s the paradox playing out at the heart of the watch industry: thousands of pounds spent on mechanical kit that we know will perform less ably than a £20 digital equivalent. If that notion has ever struck you as slightly absurd and you have pined for the majesty of a mechanical watch, but would really love to know the exact, not sort of, time, Grand Seiko has the answer. The brand’s Spring Drive movement derives its power from a conventional mainspring and gear system, while accuracy is controlled by a quartz oscillator. Promising to gain or lose no more than ten seconds a month, this is the world’s most precise spring-wound wristwatch. Spring Drive Black Ceramic, £8,500, grand-seiko.com 43

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gnoring the advice of most art teachers to draw what you see, Barbara Hepworth was renowned for moulding works inspired by how she felt. Through the curve of wood or the tension in wire, she captured the obscure nature of intense emotion. The final decade of the acclaimed artist’s life was her most experimental, and it is these few years that Phillips auction house is revisiting through an exhibition that is part of its year-long partnership with The Hepworth Wakefield. Prints and sculptures, which rarely leave the premises of the West Yorkshire gallery near Hepworth’s birthplace, have journeyed to Mayfair for a limited show of seven weeks. It’s sure to be one of the greatest lessons in modern art outside of the classroom. Late Hepworth, until 27 August, Phillips, Berkeley Square, W1J, phillips.com

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Art news Shining a spotlight on the best drawings, paintings, furniture and photography on show in Mayfair this month words: carol cordrey

Metaphysical marvels The late Carlo Carrà (1881-1966) was a distinguished and multitalented painter. He rose to prominence through the Futurist and Metaphysical movements – the former reflected the development of modern machinery and dynamism; the latter emerged from a philosophical understanding of the mind and was characterised by unsettling, mysterious compositions of dramatic light and incongruous, severe juxtapositions of monumental objects. A new exhibition at Hanover Square’s Blain Southern demonstrates how Carrà incorporated both styles as well as that of Cubism, through a set of a rarely exhibited paintings and drawings that also illuminate the artist’s important role in the history of art. Carlo Carrà: Metaphysical Spaces, until 20 August, blainsouthern.com

Straight from the studio At Ben Brown Fine Arts in Brook’s Mews, a solo exhibition of studio pieces by Ron Arad showcases the internationally acclaimed designer and architect’s desire to constantly push boundaries, as well as his innovative approach to wood, steel and glass. Arad’s inspiration stems from the great William Morris, who promoted the finest craftsmanship, practicality and beauty. To wit, the exhibition includes a sculptural bookshelf based on the map of China, a huge cedar log transformed into an inscribed and inviting bench and Puddles, an installation made from 32 mirror-polished steel tables. Ron Arad: Summer Exhibition, until 15 September, benbrownfinearts.com

Q: How will The Print Room function in relation to your physical exhibitions? A: The online Print Room exhibitions will run side-by-side with our gallery exhibitions. It gives us the chance to celebrate much more of the medium than within the confines of a strict exhibition schedule with relatively limited selections. Q: Will The Print Room hold an archive of images for sale? A: Yes, all the prints seen online are available to view and purchase in the gallery on request. We also hope to take The Print Room photographs to art fairs in the future. Q: Do you see the facility as a conduit for encouraging new collectors of photography? A: Very much so. We hope that our simple to use and transparent website on which to learn more about fine art photography will encourage collectors to make their first purchases. Q: Which famous photographers are on your future exhibition schedule? A: We have a host of exciting exhibitions coming up, including new works by Steve McCurry, Matthew Pillsbury, Alex MacLean, Gered Mankowitz, Terry O’Neill and Brian Duffy. theprint-room.com

Clockwise from top left: Carlo Carrà, Gentiluomo Ubriaco, 1916, Private Collection; Carlo Carrà, Il Pino sul Mare, 1921, Courtesy Archivio Carlo Carrà; Ormond Gigli, DONNA JORDAN WEARING NORMA KAMALI, NEWSWEEK, 1978, ©Ormond Gigli, courtesy of The Print Room; Ron Arad, Puddles, 2015, each unique, dimensions variable, ©Ron Arad, 2016, Courtesy of Ben Brown Fine Arts, London

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Prize lots 1. Sound Sculpture by Harry Bertoia; Erica chaise by Vladimir Kagan; and 4 juillet II, Paris (from Chambre Close) by Bettina Rheims Sotheby’s second annual Contemporary Living sale in New York features 1970s rarities, including this Harry Bertoia sculpture and a chaise longue designed by Vladimir Kagan. Fernando Santangelo directed the vignettes: his cool, thoughtful vision can also be witnessed in his redesign of Los Angeles’s legendary Chateau Marmont for André Balazs. Estimated values $30,000-$50,000, $3,000-$5,000 and $5,000-$7,000, Contemporary Living at Sotheby’s New York, 28 July, sothebys.com

2. A late Victorian sofa by Howard & Sons A highlight of Christie’s renowned interiors sale this month is an original (and re-upholstered) Howard & Sons sofa with turned ebonised legs, brass caps and castors. This late 19th-century piece is a high-quality example of enduring Victorian craftsmanship. Estimated value £4,000-£6,000, Interiors at Christie’s South Kensington, 17 August, christies.com

3. Lupine Patch by William Wendt German-born William Wendt’s artistic philosophy revolved around romantic ideals of nature: he would search for meaning in his surroundings and the sensitive landscapes that he painted. His 1921 work Lupine Patch is a fine example of his glorious use of saturated colours and block painting, and is thought to be his only work depicting wild lupine. Estimated value $120,000-180,000, California & Western Paintings & Sculpture at Bonhams Los Angeles, 2 August, bonhams.com

4. A rare letter from Charles Dickens to Wilkie Collins Charles Dickens famously burnt hundreds of letters from his family and friends but, thankfully, many of his addressees carefully preserved their correspondence with him, permitting some fascinating insight into the author’s mind. This letter written in December 1857 is addressed to Wilkie Collins and invites him to a get-together with writers William Russell Howard and John Thadeus Delane. Estimated value £1,000-£1,200, Autographs and Memorabilia at Bloomsbury House London, 11 August, dreweatts.com s l u x u ry l o n d o n . c o. u k s

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As Team GB makes its way to Rio for the Olympic Games, Marianne Dick talks to the creative minds behind this year’s official prints and explores the complex relationship between art and sport

he worlds of sport and art are usually regarded as incomparable to each other: the former is built on competition and precision while the latter is subjective and expressive. Nevertheless, when Baron Pierre de Coubertin founded the Olympic movement and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on 23 June 1894, he envisaged gold medals for champions of painting, sculpture, architecture, literature and music, as well as the physically impeccable. At the Stockholm Olympic Games in 1912, the Baron’s dream was finally realised with the introduction of a group of art-based categories known as “the muses’ pentathlon”. By the time the Olympic Games landed in London for the second time in 1948, however, the art-based competitions had lost their momentum, and even Coubertin had won a literature prize under a pen name. This was perhaps due to a lack of quality – professionals were excluded from the contests – and erratic medal-giving. Sadly, the muses’ pentathlon was scrapped and the 151 medals awarded to the participants are no longer counted in official totals. More than half a century later, when the Olympics returned to our capital in 2012, the sporting spectacle’s relationship with arts and culture appeared to have returned to the start line. Danny Boyle was awarded the IOC OlympiArt Award – a prize given to one

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This page: Eddie Peake, Sweat, 2016, ©Eddie Peake. opposite: Benjamin Senior, Stroke Tempo, 2016, ©Benjamin Senior, both Courtesy of Counter Editions, London and Team GB

exceptional artist in the host city – and the fourth edition of the Sport and Art contest took place. Another notable celebration of London as a cultural hub was a series of official posters designed by a diverse selection of contemporary artists: an esteemed project that was undertaken by art publishers Counter Editions. “An astonishingly iconic body of work was created for the Olympics over the past 100 years,”

explains Charlotte Bell on behalf of Counter Editions. “We believe it’s important that this longstanding artistic tradition is continued by some of the best British artists working today.” Tracey Emin and Sir Howard Hodgkin – who were both part of the 2012 series – return this year with offical Rio 2016 posters in response to the spirit of Team GB and the host city, again made by Counter Editions. Emin’s artwork depicts the winding road that leads to the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer, with the definitive proclamation “True Love Always Wins” in her signature scrawl (pictured bottom right). Meanwhile Howard Hodgkin, who painted a poster for the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo, offers a simple, bold arrangement of three bright, citrusy and thirst-inducing paint strokes in the colours of the Brazilian flag (pictured top right).

clockwise FROM LEFT: David Shrigley, Life Is Fantastic, 2016, ©David Shrigley; Sarah Jones, Cabinet (Spiral), 2016, ©Sarah Jones; Howard Hodgkin, The Road to Rio, 2016, ©Howard Hodgkin; Tracey Emin, True Love Always Wins, 2016, ©Tracey Emin, all images Courtesy of Counter Editions, London and Team GB

“It’s important that this artistic tradition is continued by some of the best British artists working today” Fresh to the challenge is Royal College of Art graduate Benjamin Senior (with a set of geometrically clad divers, pictured first page) and Eddie Peake, who is notorious for his carnal creations. He produced his loud, energetic print by laying down masking tape and then removing it to reveal both the letters and the paper beneath the paint (pictured previous page). “I hope it is a joyous message,” says Peake. “I have always loved watching the Olympics and I love that by making this print in conjunction with Team GB, I am involved with it in some way. It offers a means of engaging people who otherwise might not be interested, a way of connecting the cultural dots.”

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At the other end of the modern art spectrum, visual artist Sarah Jones took inspiration from early Olympic posters when arranging her stirring still life photograph (pictured centre). “The green glass object is a spiral: as a motif, the spiral often represents energy in a number of cultures. The yellow sphere contains many other smaller yellow spheres, which made me think about aspiration and the constant effort and dedication required to achieve Olympic standards,” explains Jones. “It’s then elevated on an upturned glass, hovering, upheld. The objects are set against a blue backdrop, contained as if in a cabinet: preserved like a trophy.” Another new contributor is David Shrigley, whose whimsical commentary on everyday life can also be found on teacups at Sketch on Conduit Street and tea towels in gallery gift shops. His simple, cheerful poster portrays an Olympic torch (which also resembles an ice cream, pictured far left), held in the grip of a thumbs up, perhaps a nod to his upcoming Fourth Plinth sculpture in Trafalgar Square. The bright green phrase “life is fantastic” is emblazoned around the image; a reminder of the glorious things that can happen when different nations meet. Coubertin once stated: “The important thing in life is not the triumph, but the fight; the essential thing is not to have won, but to have fought well.” While art and sport may not be historical bedfellows, the Olympic Games have proven to be just as much a celebration of the world’s rich and varied cultures as of sporting prowess. Both generate positivity through escape and focus, and their unity helps ignite ideas and success in the face of uncertainty – regardless of how many medals are won. It’s a powerful message for Team GB and the whole of the nation to take with them to Rio. Prices start from £475, available from 2 August at countereditions.com, enquire@countereditions.com, 020 7684 8890

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Pearly queen The inspiration for Nicholas Kirkwood’s new season designs stemmed from a monthlong trip to Los Angeles, where a female-heavy 1980s electronica soundtrack provided the backdrop. The Moon Lit collection’s signature Casati pearl range is toughened up with block heel biker boots and shades of the deepest inky black: fusing feminine delicacy with an unabashed forthright attitude. Casati ballet flats, £435, 5 Mount Street, W1K, nicholaskirkwood.com

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manda Wakeley is without doubt a busy woman. Last year she celebrated 25 years of her understated luxury label at Harry’s Bar on South Audley Street, surrounded by glamorous guests including businessman Richard Caring, Elizabeth Hurley and Joan Collins. Just a few streets away from where the celebrations took place lies her two-year-old London flagship: a stunning townhouse featuring a listed 1920s staircase and objets d’art inspired by nature. The store, at 18 Albemarle Street, invites customers to treat the space as a lavish sartorial home with rooms named accordingly, such as ‘the hall’ and ‘the drawing room’. “I really feel Mayfair is the heart of the West End,” explains Wakeley. “I love Albemarle Street. I love the fact it’s almost like a Parisian street: the scale of the buildings

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is sensational, the height of the rooms and the proportions… it’s very special.” On top of overseeing major store renovations that took place, Wakeley continued to produce relentlessly successful clothing collections – which she describes as ‘clean glam’ – as well as her bridal line, Sposa. In 2010, she was awarded an OBE for her services to fashion and her extensive charity work which, despite her hectic schedule, she regularly makes time for. Most recently, she was bestowed the task of designing a set of jockey

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silks for the eponymous amateur all-female Magnolia Cup at The Qatar Goodwood Festival, which runs from 26 to 30 July: an event that reminds her of her rural roots. “I grew up in the country so I love horses and horse-racing. I’m amazed by their beauty and power and elegance – they are the most finely tuned, amazing creatures,” says Wakeley. The Magnolia Cup is the highlight of the annual Glorious Goodwood Ladies’ Day, where 11 prominent businesswomen – some with little or no experience of riding at all – train and compete in a race to raise money for charity, all while wearing bespoke racing silks created by female fashion designers. This year, Wakeley has designed the silks for Shadi Halliwell, the group marketing and creative director at Harvey Nichols. “I love the idea of women getting on a racehorse and training to do something that is outside their regular skill set,” says Wakeley. “It’s incredibly brave and if as a female designer I can support them, then that’s a really nice alignment. When I look at Shadi who had never been on a horse until two years ago, I’m in awe of that bravery.”

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Wakeley has taken a print from her S/S16 collection and adapted it for her silks design. The Beam pattern is inspired by the clean lines of architect Santiago Calatrava’s gleaming constructions. “He is known for his beautiful suspension bridges, so we created this lovely, very graphic, almost kaleidoscopic print and interpreted it into beautiful light jumpsuits and slip dresses. It actually translates brilliantly onto the silks,” Wakeley explains. With an extensive list of high-profile devotees, which includes everyone from the Duchess of Cambridge to artist Tracey Emin, it’s likely that there’ll be more than just the one Wakeley outfit spotted at Goodwood this year. I ask Wakeley who she would love to dress for the occasion and she decides it would be

her recent acquaintance Jemima Hannon, wife of horse trainer Richard Hannon. “I love the fact she supports her husband so regularly at the races and she’s got a great sense of style. I think it’d be quite cool if she was in the same Beam print that is on the silks on the day of the Magnolia Cup.” The Magnolia Cup is an incredible feat for all of the riders involved, so it’s very fitting that these inspirational women, such as Wakeley, should be a part of the glamorous event. But who inspires the designer? For Wakeley, it is women everywhere. “My mother has always inspired me, but I’m also inspired by many of my customers. They’re so varied and I love that: I don’t sell to just one type of woman.” This is the beauty of the Amanda Wakeley world: that it is accessible to every woman, from Bond girls to royalty and prime ministers. Though if she had to describe the ideal Wakeley woman, she’d say she is: “Multi-skilled and multi-talented, a super busy woman on the run who wants to look effortlessly chic.” It’s a profile that sounds strangely familiar... amandawakeley.com; goodwood.com

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The beautiful games Frescobol Carioca has created the essential capsule collection for those descending on Rio this month for the 2016 Olympic Games, including prints based on the traditional game of frescobol. Lian Pontes de Carvalho invented the game in the mid-1940s on the city’s shoreline, and 70 years on it has inspired an entire lifestyle range. Originally an artisan racket manufacturer, the label now offers bright, whimsical swimming shorts, T-shirts and accessories. Planalto linen beach towel, £120 and bat T-shirt, £75, frescobolcarioca.com

Racing Kors It’s been an exciting few months for Michael Kors. Not only has he opened a glittering flagship store on Regent Street, but he has also announced an official lifestyle partnership with McLarenHonda. The label’s opulent apparel is perfectly suited to the jet-setting Formula One lifestyle, and to celebrate this highprofile coupling, 50 leather jackets bearing the racing company’s logo and a numbered plaque will be available exclusively at the London store. Leather Jacket, £999, Michael Kors, 179 Regent Street, W1B, michaelkors.com s l u x u ry l o n d o n . c o. u k s

Crockett & Jones might be a stalwart of the British shoe-making scene, but it is by no means behind the times. The company’s latest collection includes the ‘city sole’: the result of a creative collaboration with The Harboro Rubber Company. The sole features sharp edge trimming and a reduced waist, fusing the well-groomed elegance of a traditional leather sole with the everyday durability of rubber. Chestnut Calf & Dark Brown Suede, £545.00 and Hayle Ocean Suede, £325, crockettandjones.com

the pac Designer Ian Callum once swore Jaguar would never make an SUV. Times change. Matthew Carter welcomes the F-Pace

ou can just imagine the planning meeting at which the Jaguar F-Pace was first discussed. “Look, everyone else has got an SUV… even Bentley,” says Big Cheese No. 1. “If we are going to compete on level pegging with Porsche, BMW and Audi, we really need one of our own.” A small voice in the corner of the room starts to speak. “But what about…” says Work Experience Boy. Before he can continue, he’s drowned out by Big Cheese No. 2. “You’re not wrong,” says No. 2. “Jaguar is known for its sports cars and sports saloons, so it will need to be a great driver’s car. It will need a bit of pace – sort of F-Type Coupé meets SUV. I know, let’s call it F-Pace.” As the cheers gradually die away, that small voice tries again. “But we already have an SUV in

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our line-up, in fact we’ve got lots of them. They’re all called Land Rover.” Silence descends on the room as the Jaguar Land Rover top brass mull over the fact that, yes, the F-Pace would indeed be looking to compete for sales with cars like the Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Discovery Sport. Eventually No. 1 says: “Never mind that. The Jaguar F-Pace will be different. It will be a four-wheel drive sports car with an estate car’s practicality. It will be the most sporting SUV in its class.” Thus, possibly, the F-Pace was born. While that might have been a fictional planning meeting, there’s no doubt that Jaguar desperately needed an SUV in its line-up, even though its design chief Ian Callum once dismissed the

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notion. Today, everyone has an SUV or two in their product ranges and while it is possible that some potential Land Rover sales might be lost to the new Jaguar, at least they are being kept in-house. Better that than lose sales elsewhere. And the F-Pace is different. Despite having all that 4x4 know-how, Jaguar has chosen to base the F-Pace on its own XE and XF saloons rather than on a Land Rover. That means it has lightweight, largely aluminium, architecture, which gives it the agility and dynamism Jaguar craves. This is reflected in its styling. While it is clearly an SUV, with a higher than normal on-road stance, it is lower, sleeker and more sporting than many of its rivals. Jaguar designers might have compromised a little on interior space to

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get the result they wanted (while the boot is a good size, the rear passenger compartment is a squeeze for three), but there’s no denying the end result has been worth it. At the moment there are three engine choices on offer: a pair of 3.0-litre V6 engines – one petrol and one diesel – and a 180hp 2.0-litre

This really is a sporting SUV that drives better than its rivals turbo diesel. Both V6s are four-wheel drive and auto only, while the 2.0-litre is available as a manual or automatic and with either four- or rear-wheel drive. This test focuses on the 2.0-litre, auto, four-wheel drive F-Pace R-Sport which comes in at just over £40k before options. This, of all versions, is most likely to become the biggest seller.

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It’s easy to see why. It’s robustly priced but well equipped with safety features, parking aids, DAB radio, heated seats and sat nav all as standard. The test car had a few mainly cosmetic options to bump the price up to almost £45k, but of these only the £1,200 fixed panoramic roof made a genuine difference. Unusually, the F-Pace is a car you can buy off the shelf without having to dig deeper to get what you need. Other than a bigger engine perhaps. The 2.0-litre diesel – a new Jaguar Land Rover design – works well enough but doesn’t shine. It feels a little coarse at low speeds and while its economy and emissions are in line with modern requirements, its performance is not. Despite the smooth eight-speed automatic, overtaking is not as punchy as you might expect. It cruises comfortably enough, but spirited cross-country runs are not as they could be. The bigger engines perform better but cost more to buy and run. What the F-Pace needs is a four-cylinder engine with more power – and one is on its way. Shame it’s not here now, as the F-Pace chassis delivers in spades. The ride is firm but not uncomfortable and perfectly matches the poise and precision of the handling. This really is a sporting SUV that drives better than its rivals. Much of this is down to the plethora of advanced chassis aids inherited from the F-Type sports car. As well as rear-biased four-wheel drive system, the F-Pace has torque vectoring technology to control the engine power going to each wheel so that cornering is as near neutral as possible. It can be driven across the mud with a certain degree of confidence but, in truth, if you want to climb Everest use a Land Rover. JLR has clearly decided that, while there will be some crossover in sales between F-Pace and Range Rover Evoque, the two cars are quite different. If you don’t need to cross fields regularly, stick with the Jag. As compromises go, the F-Pace is as good as it gets. It looks great and handles superbly. It’s not cheap, nor is it as roomy as a traditional estate car, but it is well equipped and, if early signs are anything to go by, it should hold its value well. That Work Experience Boy was right. JLR does have an abundance of SUVs in its joint portfolio, but its engineers have made sure the F-Pace has different qualities to the Evoque or Defender Sport. It’s been worth the wait.

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Gorgeous gifts A Roberto Cavalli outfit is always distinguishable in a crowd – but a Roberto Cavalli interior is completely unmistakable. Each item oozes with glamour: from the exquisitely finished linen to the glittering objets d’art. The Kyra chandelier (pictured) makes a timelessly elegant centrepiece to a room, without overwhelming the rest of the decor. The definition of sophistication. Kings of Chelsea, 387 King’s Road, SW10, kofc.co.uk

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House of Annabel East meets west on the terrace of Berkeley Square’s infamous members’ club Annabel’s, which has been decked out in plush prints by House of Hackney. The husband and wife team of Frieda Gormley and Javvy M Royle has created a bespoke print called Limerence for the revamp. Decorative pieces such as lampshades and cushions are available to buy so you can recreate the club’s laid-back glamour at home. The Annabel’s Cushion, £95, houseofhackney.com

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Wax lyrical Cire Trudon was founded in Paris in 1643, making it one of the oldest candlemakers in the world. Its stark white candles famously illuminated the Palace of Versailles, yet it is still concocting innovative methods of scent diffusion today. La Promeneuse, designed by Pauline Deltour, is a perfumed wax cameo suspended above a night light. It melts slowly, releasing one of the brand’s distinctive aromas. Even when unlit, La Promeneuse draws the senses with its grooved antique glass shell and aged brass frame. £250, Fenwick, 63 New Bond Street, W1A, trudon.com

Mood lighting Natural light is key to maintaining a well-balanced mood, and now premium blinds company Luxaflex has introduced an innovative PowerView technology, which makes it simpler than ever to control the ambience of your home. You can adapt your window blinds via an app or a compact controller (called the Pebble) as the light changes throughout the day, save your favourite settings and select automatic states such as ‘wake up’ and ‘lights out’. Luxaflex blinds are available at abbottscarpets.co.uk, luxaflex.co.uk 77

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Change with the seasons With brown, gold, green and berry tones, the Wild About Fall collection from Dolce & Gabbana is inspired by the autumnal Sicilian landscape. As captured in this expressive campaign portrait by photographer Tom Munro, the rich, dark hues are striking without being too gothic. Apply the copper and golden colours of the trees and turning leaves with the eyeshadow palette in Enchanting Fall, and to lift the look with a subtle glimmer, apply the nude or gold Sheer Shine Gloss to lips. From £21, harrods.com

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Launching this month, Sensai’s Cellular Performance range concentrates on giving the anti-ageing benefits of facial products – resilience, youthfulness and hydration – to the rest of the body. Tighten up areas prone to the loosening of skin, such as the thighs, arms and waist, with the Body Firming Emulsion, and use the Throat and Bust Lifting Effect to firm up and contour the neck area, which is thinner and more delicate than the face. The Intensive Hand Treatment cream helps protect against UVB rays, which can age skin even when the sun isn’t strong enough to burn, while all products boost skin’s natural hydration levels with Japanese koishimaru silk. All topped off with an oriental orchid, plum and apricot scent. From £70, harrods.com

L’Artisan Parfumeur celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, as its 38-strong fragrance collection launches in Selfridges. Now in the hands of a different fragrance family with a century of experience, the bottles have been given a makeover with dark, smoky glass, while retaining the signature heptagonal shape. selfridges.com

Cat’s eyes If you’re on a quest for the perfect mascara, Burberry launches its best contender yet. Available in jet black, chestnut brown and midnight blonde, the Cat Lashes brush combines both long and short bristles in order to neatly separate and define lashes while coating them evenly. The cone-shaped tip allows you to add that retro feline flick and the clump-free formula stops the hairs getting stiff. £24, uk.burberry.com

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Cutting edge Hairdresser Andrew Williams – known to most as Will – divulges the tricks of the trade for lustrous locks and how to avoid lifeless looking hair

How did you get into hairstyling? I started about 25 years ago. I was studying psychology and a friend asked me if I wanted to work in a salon for a bit of pocket money. I fell in love with it.

Where did you learn your craft? I trained with a big company called Saks. Thankfully, I didn’t have any disasters starting out. When I was training, everybody was having their hair permed, so as an assistant that’s all I did every day.

Do you follow trends? I create bespoke styles, focusing on the client’s hair type and face shape. If a client comes in with an idea that won’t suit them, it’s my job to tell them. They might bring in a picture of Kate Moss and want the overall look. I block out the face and body so they just see the hair and that generally changes their mind.

How long have you been at Jo Hansford? Just a couple of weeks. It’s been great to work with Jo; she is probably the most amazing colourist in the UK, if not the best in the world.

What are your top four tips for healthy hair? Get a cut regularly – every six to eight weeks. Find the right stylist. Always look after your hair with regular shampoo and

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conditioning. Don’t overuse tongs or straighteners – too much heat can be a really bad thing.

Are there any products you would recommend? For fine hair, you should always have a volumising spray. For thick hair, use a mask to smooth down the cuticles and give it a nice shine. And you should always think about having a colour that’s going to complement your look.

What has been the highlight of your career so far? I’ve travelled to Milan, Rome, Ibiza, Portugal and Budapest for fashion shoots and TV advertisements, which has been really fun, but I most enjoy working in the salon. I never stop learning – if you think you’ve stopped learning then it’s time to leave.

How much does a hairstyle impact on wellbeing? Hair stylists have the ability to ruin someone’s life for eight weeks! That’s why I offer consultations and go through everything with the client so they get exactly what they want.

What do you like about working in Mayfair? I love the whole feel of the area – it’s like a village in central London. It suits me. It’s a great place to people watch too. To book a consultation with Will contact Jo Hansford, 48 South Audley Street, W1K, johansford.com

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Daniel Galvin at Selfridges is a class act, offering a VIP experience and a superlative blow-dry, as Katy Parker uncovers

nce in a while our hair deserves a treat. This was exactly my thinking when I booked myself in for an appointment at the recently opened Daniel Galvin salon at Selfridges. Forming part of the department store’s Body Studio – a section dedicated to wellbeing – the salon sits alongside more than 100 specially curated sportswear, swimwear and lingerie brands and the first café from the Hemsley sisters. Entering the salon on a Saturday lunchtime, when Oxford Street is at its most chaotic, is a welcome retreat. Unusually for a London salon, the space is light, bright and airy, with large windows offering views onto the streets below. The space is vast, allowing for ample room between each hair station, meaning that your experience at the salon feels immensely private. Every customer at Daniel Galvin is treated like a VIP, and as such I feel thoroughly spoiled from start to finish. After an indulgent hair treatment, followed by the obligatory and relaxing head massage, I sit in the chair and allow my stylist Donna to work her magic on my damaged, lifeless locks. Clearly an absolute pro, Donna snips and trims at my tresses with fluidity and ease, removing the dead ends and styling my hair to complement my face shape. Before I know it, we’re onto the all-important blow-dry. I have an event in the evening and tell Donna that I have trouble maintaining blow-dry styles – as no matter how thoroughly my hair is curled and treated, it always seems to return to its default arrangement within a matter of hours. Viewing this as a challenge, Donna gets to work.

After an extensive blow-drying session, featuring copious amounts of clipping, drying and curling, she is happy – and so am I. I have bouncy, shiny, healthy hair that looks red carpet-ready. And miraculously, it still looks this way come evening, with the curls and volume still intact. If it’s a fantastic colour rather than a great blow-dry you’re after, the salon has just launched a colour menu – exclusive to the Selfridges salon for the next month. Vacation Blonde will be a series of blonde looks and techniques themed around the world’s most glamorous destinations including Ibiza, Venice Beach, the Carribean and St Tropez. Summer won’t be around for much longer, so spoil your hair while it lasts. danielgalvin.com

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t is estimated that ten per cent or more of all musculoskeletal injuries in athletes affect the lower limb. Leg pain is common and tends to occur in the area between the knee and ankle. It is easy to see how this can happen as the legs are involved in virtually all physical activities: locomotion (e.g. walking, jogging, sprinting); weight-bearing (e.g. dancing or jumping) and sports (e.g. football, rugby, cricket). There are different types of leg pain that can occur in sport. ‘Shin splints’ is the term members of the public are often familiar with. Although it is a phrase that generates instant recognition, it actually encompasses a number of separate diagnoses, so the phrase ‘ExerciseInduced Leg Pain’ (EILP) is preferred instead. There are multiple causes of EILP. Some involve the bones in the shin (the tibia and fibula), others the soft tissue surrounding it (muscles, ligaments, tendons, blood vessels and nerves). Medial tibial stress syndrome, also known as Your specialist will perform a clinical ‘periostitis’, is the most common cause of EILP. examination to check for deformity or swelling, This condition is very commonly present in if it is painful to hop on the leg and if there is endurance runners and is due to discolouration to the skin that may suggest overstimulation of the tibial periosteum (the vascular involvement. Imaging investigations, sensitive tissue that surrounds the bone). such as X-rays, ultrasound, MRI and isotope Typically this can cause pain while running, but bone scans, can also be useful to correctly often the pain continues after exercise. There determine the cause of leg pain. may also be associated redness, tenderness and Treatment options may include rest, localised swelling. medication, physiotherapy, podiatry and gait Other common causes include muscle strains, analysis, anti-inflammatory injections. In some tibial stress fracture, chronic compartment cases, there may be a surgical option for syndrome and tendinopathies. In cases of mild treatment, although this is less common for EILP. muscle strains where overstretching has caused In addition to treating the injury itself, it is a small amount of muscle fibre damage, the also important to try to prevent subsequent symptoms often settle quickly. The majority MEET THE injuries. Factors that may cause an injury of other causes, however, often persist with SPECIALIST to recur include: returning to sport too symptoms lasting for much longer. quickly, training on a particularly hard The key to managing EILP is Dr. Rick Seah is a consultant in Sport & Exercise Medicine (SEM) who often treats surface, poor nutrition, inadequate receiving an accurate diagnosis so the athletes and patients with leg pain. He runs rest and overtraining. Follow any treatment can be tailored to your weekly musculoskeletal and sports injury clinics at The Wellington Hospital and the Institute advice from your specialist carefully injury. Taking a detailed medical of Sport, Exercise & Health. He is also an and allow yourself time to recover. history includes being asked when honorary consultant at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. the symptoms first became present He was part of the LOCOG sports and if there was a specific traumatic For further information or if you would like medicine team for the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games. injury. It is also useful to determine if to arrange an appointment at The Wellington the symptoms come on during or after Hospital, please contact the Enquiry Helpline on exercise or linger overnight. 020 7483 5004 or visit thewellingtonhospital.com

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The grape and the good It is always a pleasure to experience the knowledge and passion of a trained sommelier. At restaurant 28°-50° a good vintage is certainly the order of the day. The Champagne bar offers a choice between 40 and 50 varieties, while, once you are seated, expert noses will match your meal (we recommend the whole lobster or pork belly) with a glass or two from a collection of more than 30 wine bottles. And should the bright weather hold out for a few more weeks, dine al fresco on the terrace at the front or in the small garden at the rear. One sip in and you’ll be transported to a courtyard in Bordeaux. 17-19 Maddox Street, W1S , 2850.co.uk

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Hold on to your Hatchetts We are pretty friendly when it comes to welcoming new neighbours, but it’s not hard when they’re offering perfectly scorched mackerel, Devonshire crab with succulent nectarine, and wild sea trout. The fresh face on the streets of Mayfair is Hatchetts, the 110-cover British restaurant in the heart of Shepherd Market. Not hungry? Pop in for a May Fair Lady cocktail – we love them even more for the pun – and soak up the atmosphere. 5 White Horse Street, W1J, hatchetts.london

Tipsy tea It just so happens that 10-16 August is afternoon tea week and we’ve found the perfect Victorian-themed offering. Mr Fogg’s brings a slice of tradition to the table with Tipsy Tea, a delicate array of dainty sandwiches and sweets served on fine bone china. All the old favourites – cucumber sandwiches, smoked salmon, Victoria sponge and lemon drizzle cake – are sure to make you reminisce about long British summers. Those looking for an extra punch to their pastries can order tea-infused cocktails. 15 Bruton Lane, W1J, mr-foggs.com

Seeing red Anniversaries are just an excuse to have a drink, but we’re not complaining when we’re doing it with GH Mumm. The Champagne house has released a Ross Lovegrovedesigned bottle of Grand Cordon, indented with a crimson sash for its 140th anniversary. The Welsh industrial designer has also added a long slender neck to enhance the aromas of the cuvée within. The signature scarlet band celebrates its big birthday, and is reminiscent of the day when founder Georges Hermann Mumm decorated vintages with the ribbon of the Legion d’Honneur. Enjoy the intense expression of Pinot Noir, the subtlety of Chardonnay and the fruitiness of Pinot Meunier. Available at The Ritz and sohowine.co.uk

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Fair play It’s difficult to compete with the likes of Mayfair’s five-star establishments and Michelin-starred chefs in the restaurant rat race, but Hannah Lemon welcomes May Fair Kitchen’s tapas offering as a talented addition to the team

f I were a restaurateur, I would be wary about creating a new concept in an area that has been inundated with high achievers. Mayfair is alive with the best of London’s fine dining establishments and eateries for the elite. We have Hakkasan, Roka and Nobu for Asian cuisine, Benares for Indian, The Greenhouse and Le Boudin Blanc for French, Scott’s for seafood, and Claridges and The Ritz for a lavish afternoon tea. What space is left on the foodie spectrum to stake a claim? May Fair Kitchen slipped in just when no one was looking with its fusion of Italian and Spanish small plates. I am particularly fond of tapas (something to do with small plates alleviates my guilt for eating a lot) and my interest in how these plates have been reinvented has been piqued ever since the restaurant re-opened in May. To whet our appetites, my partner and I nibble on a few sweet Mediterranean olives, which are so moreish I have to remind myself that more dishes will be on their way. First up is the calamari. The crispy batter hugs the tender flesh of the meat, and the soft flavour is brought to life with a sharp pang of chilli lemon mayonnaise. Next comes the fiery panko tiger prawns (beware the scorching heat of the jalapeño emulsion), followed shortly by the deliciously comforting serrano ham and manchego cheese croquettas, rich grilled chorizo, and succulent scallops with a subtle parsley gratin. Five small plates suits us just fine and while I

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swill down a glass of Gavi di Gavi Toledana and my partner the Sancerre (always a winner in my experience), I can’t help but enjoy the surroundings. Amir Jati has it under control. The service director (and former head of Nobu as it happens) has reimagined the space from Silvena Rowe’s Mediterranean Quince into a unique Mayfair offering.

May Fair Kitchen is a convenient and charming place for a catchup over a crisp sauvignon blanc The bright renovations are a fine improvement on the opulent dark interiors that were here before. The red banquettes have been replaced with modern European furniture and a seat by the window has me people watching in no time. Businessmen and women sit on the pavement having an evening drink and a party of ten congregate around the impressive main table with tree trunks for legs. A short few minutes’ walk from Green Park station, May Fair Kitchen is a convenient and charmingly casual place for a catch-up over a crisp sauvignon blanc and a pile of plates. The more the merrier, as they say. Stratton Street, W1J, mayfairkitchen.co.uk

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Jet, set, go The Elite London celebrates another successful year at London Biggin Hill Airport and looks forward to its fifth venture in 2017

rom 3 to 4 June 2016, luxury lifestyle pioneers from across the world congregated at London Biggin Hill Airport – arriving by both road and air – to witness the third annual The Elite London event, held in the Rizon Jet FBO facility. Over 3,000 guests attended the two-day affair, which appealed to aeronautical enthusiasts, petrolheads and luxury lifestyle aficionados alike. Divided into four industry sectors – Jet-Set Lifestyle, the Marine Showcase, Exclusively Supercar Showcase and the Exclusively Luxury Brand Show – the event gave guests a preview of private jets, helicopters, supercars and luxury lifestyle services and products, ranging from travel and fashion to property and interiors. Jet-Set Lifestyle offered guests the chance to view a selection of corporate and private aircraft, as well as pre-owned classic and contemporary jets sold by private exhibitors. Budding pilots took advantage of the fly-beforeyou-buy scheme, which allowed them to arrange demo flights with airliners, and the UK Civil Aviation Authority offered 30-minute sessions in a two-seater Spitfire. Back on the ground, highlights included the UK debut of HondaJet Northern Europe’s business jet and the unveiling of the Cirrus 2016 SR22, which caused such a stir that one visitor flew in from Germany to witness the latest model. Elsewhere, the Marine Showcase made waves with its impressive array of powerboats and luxury motor yachts that were carefully selected by PBR experts for performance, design and desirability. Among the exhibitors were marine care specialists Boatylicious Marine, yacht management company Jasmine of the Sea and cruise agency Carnival UK. Those that prefer land over sea were well-catered for at the Exclusively Supercar Showcase, which offered an enviable display of super and classic cars from leading manufacturers and dealers. Along with collectables, Jaguar Land Rover's special vehicle operations were presented alongside a variety of 4x4 conversions and Abarth’s new Super 124-vehicle. Plus, in the test-drive paddock, visitors could drive the latest Mercedes-AMG and Porsche models. The Exclusively Luxury Brand Show showcased a carefully curated selection of the best lifestyle brands, from jewellers and fashion designers to interior specialists and technology connoisseurs. Guests perused stands specialising in floristry (Fredericks of London), electric commuter bicycles

(Gocycle), sound technology (Bose UK) and Siberian and Osetra sturgeon caviar (Attilus Black Caviar Farm). After a successful first day, The Elite London hosted its inaugural Jet-Set after-party, sponsored by leading events and wedding planner Snapdragon. The soirée was a chance for industry experts to let their hair down with a drinks reception, a live DJ set and delectable canapés. If you missed out on this year’s event, don't worry – dates have been put in the diary for the next instalment of The Elite London, which will be returning to London’s Biggin Hill Airport from 12 to 13 May 2017. Book your tickets now for what promises to be an entertaining weekend of premium luxury goods that London – and the world – has to offer. theelitelondon.com

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Of hound mind At Goodwood’s Hound Lodge, which opened earlier this year, dogs are more than welcome. Canine companions will find enamel bowls and their beds turned down upon arrival – hardly surprising, given that Goodwood’s all-important hounds enjoyed heating a century before the humans residing up at the House. The 19th-century lodge has ten ensuite bedrooms, racecourse and motor circuits close at hand, plus 12,000 acres of land that are sure to receive a bark of approval. From £10,000, goodwood.com

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Oceanside delight On 1 October Six Senses will launch its latest resort in the Seychelles. Made up of 30 villas (think shingle roofs, exposed beams, vaulted ceilings and vast bow windows), it’s on the 652-acre private island of Félicité, of which two thirds will be left untouched. There are three white sand beaches to explore, and opportunities to swim with turtles. But Six Senses is best known for its superior spa facilities, and here at Zil Pasyon there is a 19,000 sq ft spa with five treatment villas offering ancient holistic treatments. From €1,200, sixsenses.com

Rendezvous at the Ritz The curtains have lifted on the Ritz Paris, following its first refurbishment since opening in 1898. All 142 rooms have been redesigned – an undertaking that involved 1,000 people over the past four years. The swimming pool’s turquoise mosaic has been updated, plus there’s a new underground ballroom and the first Chanel spa in the world. The hotel captured the hearts of Hemingway and Proust, and 15 of the 71 suites are themed in honour of famous guests. From €1,000, ritzparis.com

Ticket to ride Rimowa, which opened its first London shop on New Bond Street in May, has taken another step towards paperless travel with an electronic tag that replaces the traditional paper version and allows luggage to be checked in using a smartphone. Using a digital data module that is integrated and displayed atop the suitcase, the luggage has been launched exclusively with Lufthansa and the brand is in talks with other major airlines. From £460, 153a New Bond Street, W1S, rimowa-electronictag.com s l u x u ry l o n d o n . c o. u k s

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he prospect of being able to pretend I’m a princess, an astronaut, an Olympian and Dita Von Teese excites me greatly. So think of my joy when I stumbled across the place that not only facilitates these possibilities, but actively encourages them: The Kameha Grand Zürich, one of Marriott’s first Autograph Collection properties. After a five-minute transfer from Zürich Airport in the hotel’s Maserati, emblazoned with the motto ‘Life is Grand’ on the door, I arrive. The hotel is located in the business district of Glattpark, a development project in the city’s Opfikon district where a new neighbourhood is being constructed

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and is set to have 7,000 homes with commercial areas, shops, restaurants and cafés. Award-winning talent Marcel Wanders is behind the interior design – and also projects such as the Mondrian South Beach and his Knotted Chair. From the moment you enter, his eccentric and majestic presence is inescapable. Guests are greeted with lightshades shaped like oversized cowbells and hobby horses. This quirky yet elegant flare extends to the 224 rooms – of which there are 11 themed suites. This is where Wanders’ influence excels. From the Burlesque suite, which offers guests a sultry stay with its black and red décor, to the Workout suite that features a mini ping-pong table and a treadmill (if you’re so inclined), Wanders’ designs are a mix of fun

and function. I’m staying in the Princess suite – rather apt, I think. The suite’s regal furnishings include a dressing table complete with a large mirror, bordered by bright light bulbs, a mannequin – to hang my royal gown on, I assume – and delicate touches, such as a kaleidoscope-style flower rug with the same pattern reflected on the headboard, and a walk-in wardrobe. However for a truly unique experience, you need to don your finest astronaut attire and stay in artist Michael Najjar’s Space suite. Complete with matching ceiling and carpets that mirror the Milky Way in negative aspect (white with black speckles denoting stars), the smallest details have been considered here to give guests an immersive experience of sleeping in a space station. There is a floating bed (because of zero gravity, of course), lights shaped like rocket exhausts and a black square mattress, intentionally reminding guests of the mysterious monolith in Stanley Kubrick’s sci-fi flick 2001: A Space Odyssey. Although Zürich is mostly known for being a financial centre, it’s a thriving cultural hub too. The city has over 50 museums – including The Museum of Digital Art – and more than 100 galleries, so it’s the perfect place to get lost in for the weekend. The Dada movement, 100 years old this year, was founded in this part of Switzerland. The art movement, associated with artists such as Marcel Duchamp and Francis Picabia, was synonymous with artistic anarchy

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You need to don your finest astronaut attire and stay in artist Michael Najjar’s Space suite

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From bottom left: Zürich, image courtesy of Zürich Tourism/Christian Beutler; Hauptbahnh of BrunneN, Zürich Tourism

born out of disgust for what had happened in the First World War. A visit to the Cabaret Voltaire (where the movement was founded in 1916) on Spiegelgasse for avant-garde art displays, live jazz and drinks is a must. After all that exploring, you’re going to be hungry and luckily the Kameha Grand Zürich has some wonderful gourmet offerings. For a more informal feast, L’Unico lets you play scientist by selecting your chosen combination of pasta, meat, sauce and garnish. For a fine dining affair, head to the one-Michelin-starred You – it serves French cuisine, preparing regional ingredients with a Far

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East twist. Dishes include smoked salmon served delicately with tomatoes, spring herbs and butter milk. If you want a night to remember, consider the hotel’s Exactly Like Nothing Else package, which includes having dinner with mentalist Tobias Heinemann, who will ‘read your mind’ and order your food for you. As I hang up my princess tiara, ready to leave, I realise that the experience the Kameha Grand Zürich gives its guests is, well, truly grand. This hotel has shaken up the city’s staid reputation and injected an exuberant design legacy through Marcel Wanders. I’ve finally seen the other side of Zürich’s coin.

N E E D • T O • K N O W Kameha Grand Zürich offers double rooms from £136 per night on a room-only basis, kamehagrandzuerich.com For more information on Switzerland visit myswitzerland.com or stc.co.uk SWISS offers up to 110 weekly flights from London Heathrow, London City, Birmingham and Manchester to Zurich. Fares start from £115 return, swiss.com

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vase stands on the table of my room bulging with ruby red roses (my favourite flowers), miniature vodkas sit in the mini bar (my preferred tipple) and, come morning, newspapers (the titles I usually read) are hanging

light streams in the through the windows and into the living area. I pop my head up to the glass and gaze at the impressive panorama of the city below. The towering red brick building of The Landmark London stands near the south-west corner of Regent’s Park and is a stone’s throw from Marylebone station. The staff greet me warmly on arrival and are beyond willing to ease my pains over every whim, wish or concern. The hotel is well aware of its

Originally opened in 1899, The Landmark London is one of the last from the door handle in a branded canvas bag. Granted, The Landmark London had asked for these finer details before my arrival, but they were executed with such charm and surprise that I feel like I’m being serenaded by an exuberant potential suitor. The size of the Great Central Suite is the most impressive part. Several times larger than my London flat (unsurprisingly), I feel like running from one end to the other just because I can. The bedroom is filled with a grand king-size bed and understated décor. Being on the top floor, the

prime position and is happy to accommodate requests for any outings or business meetings – even the umbrella by the door of my suite has well wishes written in a poem wrapped around the handle. These small but important touches ensure the five-star establishment lives up to its reputation. Relaxing in my room, I can’t help but take a bite of the delightful pralines that have been laid out for my welcome on a charming trunk styled as a table. Any future real-life suitor who fails to offer me chocolate on a platter, won’t stand a chance.

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As much I would love to stand swooning over the space, I head downstairs for dinner at The Winter Garden. A lofty eight-storey glass roof towers over the pristine tables and regal palm trees (I pinch them to make sure they are real), and I take a seat, ushered by the friendly waiters, to enjoy an evening of modern European cuisine. My starter of citrus-marinated Scottish salmon falls off the fork in tender flakes and soon I am inhaling the comforting aroma of the herb potato gnocchi stuffed with king oyster mushrooms and baby spinach. Of course, it is the pudding that wins my heart – rich chocolate ganache served with refreshing passion fruit sorbet. I’m thrilled that I’ll be back to sample the breakfast menu in the morning. The other dining option, TwoTwentyTwo Restaurant & Bar, is also worth a visit, if not just to muse over the rich oak panelling, sculpted ceilings and chandeliers – perfect for a romantic meal for two. The hotel’s sumptuous Renaissance design harks back to its rich heritage – it opened as The Great Central Hotel in 1899, and is one of the last remaining great Victorian railway hotels. Way ahead of the game, it was originally meant to be the hub of a new Channel Tunnel railway link, but more than a hundred years later it lost out to St Pancras. I can’t muster the strength for any more refreshments and instead enjoy a soak in the Italian marble tub with Molton Brown bubble bath. I wrap up afterwards in the obligatory soft white bathrobe and slippers, padding softly back to my bed ready to rest in a cocoon of crisp sheets.

remaining Victorian railway hotels The Grand Central Suite at £2,000 a night is a pinch on the pennies but worth every bit if you’re feeling indulgent. For those looking to save some cash, superior rooms start from £264 a night. The spa – complete with steam room, Jacuzzi and swimming pool – has to wait until morning. I’m too full with the content tiredness of a person who has eaten and drunk their way through the day. If The Landmark London was to offer its hand in marriage, I would certainly say yes. 222 Marylebone Road, NW1, landmarklondon.co.uk

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uilding Chicago’s cantilevered 150 North Riverside has been likened to reducing an entire 54-storey building to a base the size of a postage stamp. A challenge by any architect’s standards, but then again, this is Chicago, which was home for the world’s first skyscraper. Dubbed the second city, not, as locals like to point out, because it’s second best to New York, but because the city is in its second incarnation, having been rebuilt practically from scratch after a fire in 1871. A visit to Chicago is a walk through the key American-led architectural movements of the past 150 years. Glazed white terracotta-clad buildings are packed tightly next to turn-ofthe-century Prairie-style works with red corn-ear brickwork. Then there are the gleaming black steel modernist edifices. The best way to witness this is from the river – take a First Lady cruise with Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF), or arrange the Lady Grebe private charter boat for up to six passengers. Alternatively, the CAF Art Deco walking tour takes in prominent buildings, such as the 1930 armchair-shaped Chicago Board of Trade Building. Taking the L train – which snakes through the skyscrapers, a couple of storeys above the streets – gives you a real sense of how tightly packed the buildings are. Or if you prefer a bird’s eye view, test your mettle at the Willis Tower’s Skydeck, with its glass pods that jut more than four feet out from the side, 103 floors up from the pavement. If art is more your thing, visit the huge Art Institute to see Grant Wood’s American Gothic and works by Pop artists Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. Or take to the streets for public works including Anish Kapoor’s Cloud Gate, the Four Seasons mosaic by Marc Chagall in Chase Tower Plaza, an untitled sculpture by Picasso in Daley Plaza and Alexander Calder’s bright red Flamingo arc in the Federal Plaza. Fancy extending your trip? Escape to one of the city’s sandy beaches on the banks of Lake Michigan, which is nearly half the size of England. enjoyillinois.com

chicago The windy city stuns Clare Vooght with its impressive statement architecture, rich art scene and afternoon rooftop yoga sessions

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Where to stay The best thing about the Ritz-Carlton is its summer offering of rooftop yoga and Madonna-inspired voga (a combination of model-like poses inspired by Vogue and traditional yoga) against a backdrop of the skyline. The other main highlight is the elegant Art Deco Deca restaurant, serving modern American cuisine made with fresh local ingredients (there’s a knockout gold leaf-topped layered chocolate fudge cake for dessert). Rooms and suites at the Ritz-Carlton, with its prime Magnificent Mile location, have a classic design, marble bathrooms and seriously comfy beds. ritzcarlton.com

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At the three Michelin-starred Alinea, food becomes art, peppered with a little science. For more than ten years the restaurant has surprised diners by breaking culinary norms with edible apple taffy helium balloons and sharing desserts that are painted, drizzled and smashed on minimal white tables like modern art. With its relaunch this summer, chef Grant Achatz’s aim is to keep this progressive eatery as fresh as it was the day it opened. alinearestaurant.com

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Mayfair recommends Take a mini road trip to Rockford, less than two hours outside Chicago, where you’ll find the impressive Anderson Japanese Gardens – formerly a private garden created by a wealthy enthusiast, now open to the public. There are 16 tranquil acres of winding paths between koi-carp filled ponds, weeping willows, pink cherry blossom and sculptures shipped in from Japan (one carved 600 years ago). Rockford Art Museum is nearby, with changing exhibitions and a permanent collection of American Masters, contemporary glasswork, photography and modern paintings. andersongardens.org, rockfordartmuseum.org

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#4 Wash bag, £195, Aspinal of London, aspinaloflondon.com

#5 Sneakers, £410, John Lobb, johnlobbltd.co.uk

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STAY The Belmond Palacio Nazarenas in Cusco was a former school, convent and home of a famous warrior in its past life. It’s since undergone an extensive restoration to become the contemporary hotel it is today. Offering 55 suites, a tranquil spa and the city’s first heated outdoor pool, the hotel is the ideal retreat after a day of exploring colonial architecture and archaeological sites. Spend an afternoon relaxing on the terrace, home to indigenous flowers, a herb garden and relaxing fountains, before treating weary soles at the Hypnôze spa. From £335 a night, belmond.com

F A dramatic landscape made up of desert plains and snowy peaks did you know? Machu Picchu (above) was built by the Inca Empire in the 1400s but was abandoned a century later and remained forgotten until 1911, when it was rediscovered by American explorer Hiram Bingham III.

ew countries are as culturally and historically rich as Peru, where UNESCO World Heritage Sites are dotted across a dramatic landscape made up of desert plains, snowy mountain peaks and tropical Amazonian rainforest. From the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, situated on a mountain ridge more than 2,400 metres above sea level, to the world’s deepest canyon, Cotahuasi, found near the city of Arequipa; there’s plenty to explore on foot. Those who decide to hang up their hiking boots for a day can escape the Inca trail by white-water rafting down the Urubamba river or eating their body weight in ceviche, traditional Lomo Saltado stir fries or (for the brave) barbecued guinea pig.

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Hancocks workshop circa 1901

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MAYFAIR Hancocks WORDS: Lucy Jones

nly seven years after it was founded in 1849, Hancocks was appointed and entrusted with the making of the Victoria Cross – a testament to how esteemed the business truly is and always has been. The antique and estate jewellers has a fascinating history of royal patrons, robberies and wartime bombings, revealed by the original company diary, which reads like a Dickens novel for all its Victorian grandeur and inner-city concerns. Originally established on the corner of Bruton and Bond Street by Charles F Hancock, the company was issued a Royal Warrant from Queen Victoria within a year. The Duchess of Cambridge and the Prince of Wales at the time were just a few of the dedicated clientele who ensured that the silversmith quickly became the most prestigious in the area. Its fate was sealed when it was featured in the 1867 International Exposition in Paris; the Emperor of Russia requested an appointment, while the French Emperor Napoleon III made a sizeable purchase, and Hancocks was awarded a medal of excellence. In June of 1873, £10,000 worth of jewels were stolen – however, the well-established firm proved its endurance and its renown

continued to grow. The shop relocated in 1916 to Sackville Street, and welcomed new customers through the doors such as American businessman Samuel Insull, the Duke of Gloucester, and the Queen of Egypt, who purchased an aquamarine, pearl and diamond tiara. The establishment, like most of London, was devastated by both world wars of the 20th century, losing several members of staff in the air and on the battlefield. Bombs that fell in September 1940 on Old Bond Street, Savile Row and Regent’s Street smashed the windows of the shop building, but luckily the two bombs that fell at the bottom of Sackville Street were removed before exploding. Her Majesty The Queen’s wedding in 1947 brought new trade to the company. The Channel Islands, for example, purchased an antique silver Queen Anne 1706 rose bowl as a gift. In the years that followed, Hancocks relocated again to Burlington Gardens, and then finally to Burlington Arcade where it is found today, as treasured by the community as it was almost 160 years ago. 52-53 Burlington Arcade, W1J, hancocks-london.com

Hancocks in the early 1950s

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Mayfair estate agents Marylebone & Fitzrovia Aston Chase 69-71 Park Road NW1 6XU 020 7724 4724 (astonchase.com)

Crayson 10 Lambton Place W11 2SH 020 7221 1117 (crayson.com)

Knight Frank

Mayfair 120a Mount Street W1K 3NN 020 7499 1012 (sales & lettings) (knightfrank.co.uk)

Hyde Park Beauchamp Estates 24 Curzon Street, W1J 7TF 020 7499 7722 (beauchamp.com)

carter jonas

Dexters 66 Grosvenor Street W1K 3JL 020 7590 9590 (sales) 020 7590 9595 (lettings) (dexters.co.uk)

London, Mayfair & St James’s 127 Mount Street W1K 3NT 020 7493 0676

London, Hyde Park & Bayswater 44 Connaught Street W2 2AA 020 7402 1552 (sales) 020 7371 3377 (lettings)

London, Marylebone & Regent’s Park 37 New Cavendish Street W1G 9TL 020 7486 8866 (carterjonas.co.uk)

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47 South Audley Street W1K 2QA 020 7629 4513 (sales) 020 7288 8301 (lettings)

Westminster & Pimlico 10 Gillingham Street SW1V 1HJ 020 3411 8386 (sales) (chestertons.com)

22 Devonshire Street W1G 6PF 020 3527 0400

Sloane Street 139 Sloane Street SW1X 9AY 020 7730 0822 (savills.co.uk)

1 Craven Terrace W2 3QD 020 7871 5060 (sales) 020 7871 5070 (lettings)

Marylebone 55 Baker Street W1U 8EW 020 3435 6440 (sales)

Sotheby’s international realty 77-79 Ebury Street SW1W 0NZ 020 7495 9580 (sothebysrealty.co.uk)

Harrods Estates

Knightsbridge 82 Brompton Road SW3 1ER 020 7225 6506

Mayfair 61 Park Lane W1K 1QF 020 7409 9001 (harrodsestates.com)

Pastor Real Estate Ltd 48 Curzon Street W1J 7UL 020 3195 9595 (pastor-realestate.com)

Strutt & Parker

London Head Office 13 Hill Street W1J 5LQ 020 7629 7282

Rokstone 5 Dorset Street W1U 6QJ 020 7580 2030 (rokstone.com)

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Wetherell 102 Mount Street W1K 2TH 020 7493 6935 (wetherell.co.uk)

66 Sloane Street SW1X 9SH 020 7235 9959 (struttandparker.com)

John taylor 48 Berkeley Square W1J 5AX 020 3284 1888 (john-taylor.com)

Mayfair & St James’s 36 North Audley Street W1K 6ZJ 020 7578 5100 (sales & lettings)

For estate agent listings please contact Sophie Roberts at s.roberts@runwildgroup.co.uk

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Reeves Mews, Mayfair W1K Lateral apartment with a private south facing terrace

KnightFrank.co.uk/mayfair mayfair@knightfrank.com 020 8166 7484

Situated on the first floor within a secure red brick building, this lateral apartment provides a fantastic living space and offers a rare benefit of a 35ft south facing terrace. Entrance hall, master bedroom suite, guest bedroom suite, bedroom 3 with en suite, reception room, kitchen, terrace, porter, lift. EPC: D. Approximately 136 sq m (1,465 sq ft). Leasehold: approximatelyÂ 134 years remaining

Guide price: ÂŁ4,750,000

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Davies Street, Mayfair W1K A luxurious four bedroom lateral apartment An exceptional four bedroom lateral apartment extending 2,627 sq ft on the third floor of a popular residential building. Master bedroom suite, 2 further bedrooms, bedroom 4/study, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, guest WC, porter, lift. EPC: D. Approximately 244 sq m (2,627 sq ft).

KnightFrank.co.uk/mayfair mayfair@knightfrank.com 020 8166 7484 HarrodsEstates.com 020 7409 9001

Leasehold: approximately 135 years remaining

Guide price: £11,950,000

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South Street, Mayfair W1K A beautifully refurbished five bedroom town house

KnightFrank.co.uk/mayfair mayfair@knightfrank.com 020 8166 7484

A stunning five bedroom town house situated on the prestigious South Street, close to the WaterbridgeEstates.com open spaces of Green Park and cosmopolitan boutiques of Mount Street. Hallway, master james@waterb.com bedroom suite, 3 guest bedroom suites, bedroom 5, reception room, dining room, kitchen, 0 2 0 7 4 8 7 1 3 5 5 study, cinema, gym, steam room, roof terrace, utility room, garage, lift. EPC: C. Approximately 481 sq m (5,182 sq ft). Freehold

Guide price: £19,500,000

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A contemporary 2,355 square foot apartment on one of the most fashionable streets in Mayfair. ACCOMMODATION: Period Building ■ 3/4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms ■ Lift ■ EPC Rating D LEASEHOLD

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Seymour Street, Hyde Park W2 A newly refurbished 5 bedroom Georgian home within moments of Hyde Park

KnightFrank.co.uk/hydepark hydepark@knightfrank.com 020 3544 6140

Offering versatile living space extending over five floors, this incredible Grade II listed property was originally part of the Bishop of London's Estate, associated with Connaught Square which can be found in the adjacent street. The transport links of Marble Arch and Paddington stations and the boutique shops, restaurants and cafés of Connaught Village are all within easy reach. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 reception/dining rooms, kitchen, terrace, balcony, guest cloakroom, study, 2 storage vaults, underfloor heating, video entry system. Approximately 215 sq m (2,320 sq ft). Freehold

Guide price: £4,950,000

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LETTING HOMES LIKE YOURS ALL YEAR ROUND To arrange a free market appraisal of your property please contact us: KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings marylebonelettings@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5853 KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings hydeparklettings@knightfrank.com 020 3641 7941

Guide price: £2000 pw

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A luxury two bedroom duplex apartment in the outstanding new development The Chilterns. 2 bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, open plan fully fitted kitchen/reception room, separate WC, utility room and terrace, lift access, 24 hour concierge, spa facilities and parking. EPC: C Approximately 112.9 sq m (1,215 sq ft). marylebonelettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 5853

All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Guide price: £1,700 per week

The Hempel, Hyde Park W2 The Hempel is an imposing architectural terrace with a beautiful white Stucco façade. 2 double bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, cloakroom, reception/dining room, fully integrated open plan kitchen, porter, lift, air conditioning. EPC: B Approximatley 120 sq m (1,292 sq ft). hydeparklettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 7941

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insight Analysing the aftermath Partner and head of Knight Frank Mayfair, Harvey Cyzer, reports on the highs and lows of the global property market

verage prices across prime central London fell in June by -0.2 per cent, the weakest monthly result since November 2014. June’s Brexit result pushed annual price growth to -0.6 per cent. The index data for June largely covers the period leading up to the UK’s EU Referendum. Weaker price growth, together with rising economic and market uncertainty around the European vote, has prompted vendors to reduce asking prices over recent months. This more realistic approach has resulted in an uptick in activity – most notably in the immediate aftermath of the vote result. Following the referendum, the number of prime London transactions was 38 per cent higher than the previous week. This positive story has been widely reported, but often missed is the weakness of sales prior to the vote, which has flattered more recent data. While the reduction in asking prices has boosted recent activity, it would be wrong to ignore market risks. An initial reading of post-referendum data on new buyer registrations and viewings reveals that both have slipped back slightly compared to the same period a month ago.

A cut in the UK base rate, while unlikely to fully translate into lower mortgage rates, would be a positive. Similarly, recent and proposed rate cuts in markets like India and China and record low government bond yields make property a more attractive investment by comparison. The current residential yield in prime central London is 3.1 per cent versus 0.9 per cent on a ten-year UK government bond. Finally, the recent weakening of sterling is having a positive impact on relative affordability for international buyers: for a Hong Kong buyer effective pricing in prime central London is 21 per cent lower than it was two years ago. Looking ahead, political uncertainty in the UK will undoubtedly weigh on sentiment. For both domestic and international demand it is the resolution to the UK’s new relationship with the EU that will be instrumental in unlocking future activity. A reduction in political risk should allow mitigating factors to kick in and support the London market.

The resolution to the UK’s new relationship with the EU will be instrumental in unlocking future activity within the London market

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Knight Frank Mayfair, 120A Mount Street, W1K, 020 7499 1012, knightfrank.co.uk

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South Audley Street, W1

here’s a good reason why South Audley Street’s most enticing property feels like walking through an exhibition at an exclusive design gallery. Because it technically is one – until October that is. Last September, the real estate company Genessia – founded by interior designer Shalini Misra and ex-banker Ekta Varma – successfully fended off competition to procure the majestic corner flat, distinguished by its elaborate façade of pink terracotta and Portland-stone dressings in Queen Anne style. The lateral 2,355sq ft apartment was previously a pied-à-terre, lying practically untouched for three decades. After acquiring the property, the duo spent months

planning how they would make their ambitious ideas into a reality, with the help of Milan-based Nilufar Gallery owner Nina Yashar: the creative mind behind the nomadic exhibition Squat, which fuses elements of art, design and architecture in specially selected addresses around the world. Yashar decided that Genessia’s new asset would be the ideal site for Squat’s fifth edition, which is why the flat is currently open to the public. Misra, the creative director behind the project that took only five and half months to complete, has been efficient in her approach with her eponymous interior and architectural design company. Unlike many other firms,

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the Shalini Misra – and subsequently Genessia’s – savoir faire is thanks to a lack of a “signature look”. Genessia retained as many of the original features of the flat as possible, including the fireplace and cornices; but the outdated, low ceilings were made higher and dark oak chevron floors were fitted. The art deco Giò Ponti-inspired marble floor and armoire are show-stopping, while the kitchen gives a contemporary nod to the 1970s. The renovation also boasts underfloor heating, Lutron Lighting and Miele and Gaggenau appliances. Unsurprisingly, he three-bedroom apartment (which also has a study that can be made into a fourth bedroom) has

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unsurprisingly attracted its fair share of visitors already, as the temporary home of Yashar’s cutting-edge pop-up presentation. Decadent marble bathrooms, sumptuous materials and striking colour schemes are illuminated magnificently by the natural light that floods the rooms. This masterpiece property is certainly too exciting to be kept simply as a pied-à-terre. £10.75m (leasehold). For further enquiries contact joint sole agents Knight Frank, 120a Mount Street, W1K, 020 7499 1012, knightfrank.co.uk or Wetherell, 102 Mount Street, W1K, 020 7529 5566, wetherell.co.uk

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CUMBERLAND TERRACE REGENT'S PARK NW1 CROWN ESTATE LEASE 117 YEARS UNEXPIRED PRICE ON APPLICATION JOINT SOLE AGENT

A beautifully presented substantial Grade I Listed family home spanning over 598sq m/ 6,438sq ft on a long lease. This historic family home must be viewed to be truly appreciated. Cumberland Terrace enjoys the quiet seclusion and security that comes with overlooking central London's largest park and yet is within easy reach of the City and the West End.

ACCOMMODATION AND AMENITIES Principal bedroom with en-suite dressing room & bathroom, 3 further bedrooms (2 with en-suite bathrooms, 1 with en-suite shower room & 1 with en-suite dressing room), guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom drawing room, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, library, playroom/TV room, laundry room, mews house comprising 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), reception room, wine cellar, storage vaults, patio, roof garden, gated communal gardens, integral garage, off street parking.

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ABBEY GARDENS ST JOHN'S WOOD NW8 FREEHOLD £3,795,000 SOLE AGENT

6 9 – 7 1 PA R K R O A D LO N D O N N W 1 6XU 020 7 7 24 47 24

A wider than average Grade II Listed house (223sq m/2,410sq ft), situated in this extremely popular quiet tree-lined road. The house is presented in good condition, featuring a delightful private garden and off street parking for two cars. Abbey Gardens is located on the west side of St John’s Wood, close to Violet Hill Park, The American School in London and St John’s Wood High Street and Underground Station (Jubilee Line).

ACCOMMODATION AND AMENITIES Principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom, 3 further bedrooms, family bathroom, kitchen/breakfast room, drawing room, reception room, TV/family room, playroom, dining room, off street parking for 2 cars, roof terrace, 42 ft rear garden, storeroom.

ELM TREE ROAD ST JOHN'S WOOD NW8 FREEHOLD GUIDE PRICE £6,000,000 SOLE AGENT

Discreetly situated behind a south facing private walled garden is this exceptional and unique low built family house (293sq m/3,159sq ft). The house is predominantly arranged over two floors only, with the added benefit of off street parking. Presented in excellent condition throughout, it provides lots of natural light and space for grand entertaining and family living. Located nearby to the vibrant mix of thriving cafés, restaurants and boutiques of St John’s Wood High Street, it is also close to St John’s Wood Underground Station (Jubilee Line) and bus routes to the West End.

ACCOMMODATION AND AMENITIES Principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom, dressing and sun room, 4 further bedrooms, study/bedroom 5, 2 family bathrooms, fitted kitchen, breakfast room, large drawing room, dining room, family room, south facing walled garden, sun terrace, off street parking, fully air conditioned, under floor heating to ground floor, Leax lighting system, video entry phone system, electric sun blind.

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CARLTON HILL ST JOHN’S WOOD NW8 FREEHOLD GUIDE PRICE £6,750,000 JOINT SOLE AGENT

6 9 – 7 1 PA R K R O A D LO N D O N N W 1 6XU 020 7 7 24 47 24

An imposing Grade II Listed, double fronted, detached house (308sq m/ 3,320sq ft) offered in excellent condition throughout. The house has been meticulously refurbished over the years to an exceptionally high standard and offers an abundance of light and volume throughout all of the principal rooms. Further benefits of this beautiful family home are newly landscaped front and rear gardens by the acclaimed award-winning designer Kate Gould and secure gated off street parking.

ACCOMMODATION AND AMENITIES Principal bedroom with dressing room & en-suite bathroom, 3 further bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, family room, dining room/living room (currently used as a gym), guest cloakroom, utility room, 65 ft landscaped rear garden, front garden with secure gated off street parking for 2/3 cars.

WARWICK AVENUE LITTLE VENICE W9 FREEHOLD ÂŁ7,350,000 JOINT SOLE AGENT

A Grade II Listed period house (382sq m/ 4,113sq ft) benefiting from off street parking for two cars and a delightful 68 ft west facing rear garden. The house is offered in good condition throughout and retains many of its original features, with high ceilings and well planned accommodation throughout. Warwick Avenue is situated within walking distance of the shops and restaurants of Clifton Road and Warwick Avenue Underground Station (Bakerloo Line).

ACCOMMODATION AND AMENITIES Master bedroom with large walk-in dressing room & en-suite bathroom, 6 further bedrooms, 1 en-suite bathroom, 3 shower rooms (2 en-suite), reception room, study, gymnasium, dining room, garden room, Bulthaup kitchen/breakfast room, 2 guest cloakrooms, utility room, 68 ft west facing garden, patio, off street parking for 2 cars, partial air conditioning, cellar. EPC=E.

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GLOUCESTER GATE REGENT'S PARK NW1 CROWN ESTATE LEASE £5,750,000 JOINT SOLE AGENT

6 9 – 7 1 PA R K R O A D LO N D O N N W 1 6XU 020 7 7 24 47 24

A charming low built house (332sq m/ 3,467sq ft) mainly arranged over two floors only. In good condition throughout, the house offers spacious well planned accommodation. The property is situated on the outer circle of Regent’s Park and is within walking distance of Regent’s Park Underground Station and the fashionable shopping facilities of St John’s Wood, Marylebone High Street and the West End.

ACCOMMODATION AND AMENITIES Principal bedroom suite with dressing room & bathroom, 3 further bedrooms, family bathroom, shower room, reception room, study, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, family room, garage, utility room, 2 storerooms, air conditioning. EPC=E.

Property news PrimeResi brings you the latest news in prime property and development in London

Works of art deco Rigby & Rigby launches two Mayfair schemes on Grosvenor Square and Charles Street

uper-prime developer Rigby & Rigby has taken the covers off two luxury schemes in Mayfair, unveiling an £11.5m lateral apartment at 33 Grosvenor Square and a £6.975m penthouse on Charles Street. An 18-month refurbishment programme has delivered a grand art deco-inspired affair on the fourth floor of the 1950s apartment block at 33 Grosvenor Square. Taking cues from the ultra-grand mansion that used to stand on the site, the former home of South African mining magnate Sir Lionel Phillips, the design team has opted for a scheme full of 1920s

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glamour – full-height double doors, marble floors with bronze inlay, mahogany panelling with antique mirrors, coffered ceilings, marble fireplaces and a particularly well-judged cocktail bar. Its 2,066sq ft is divided into a dual-aspect reception with study and eight-seater dining area, a separate kitchen and three bedroom suites. Over on Charles Street, the 1800sq ft two-bed penthouse at 12 has again fused art deco and art nouveau styles with an ultra-modern spec. Highlights include heated marble flooring with bronze inlay, bronze chandeliers and glass-blown wall lights. A Sonos

surround sound system and a 55 inch Loewe ultra HD screen takes care of the audiovisuals and they have gone with a state-of-the-art Toto washlet – a Japanese-made electronic toilet – in the master suite. The future owner will also have a uniformed concierge on hand 24/7 and keys to a communal courtyard garden complete with koi carp pond. Both properties are listed with Wetherell and Knight Frank.

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Neoclassical Nash Grade I-listed Cumberland Terrace mansion up for sale

Belgravian charms An unmodernised Eaton Square mansion sells for £26.5m

he great John Nash arguably saved his finest work for Regent’s Park, designing a series of neoclassical terraces that endure as some of London’s most desirable residences nearly 200 years on. As you’d expect, full houses here do not come up very often, but a Grade I-listed mansion on Cumberland Terrace has just hit the open market. This terrace is of particular importance as it was built to stand opposite the Prince Regent’s proposed palace in the park. Originally consisting of 31 properties, it was named after his younger brother, the Duke of Cumberland. The proposition in question – listed as POA – has 6,438sq ft of space, with unusually wide formal entertaining rooms overlooking the park, five bedrooms, a dining room, wine cellar, kitchen/breakfast room and a library. There’s also a mews house, courtyard and, crucially, a long lease. Comparable properties at this level are few and far between, but the exceptional Siddons House (the key house over on Cornwall Terrace) hit the market at £32m in April, and reports have claimed that Damien Hirst spent close to £40m on a Hanover Terrace property last year.

ne of the last remaining unconverted mansions on Belgravia’s Eaton Square has been sold in one of the biggest deals of the year so far. Buyers had been circling the unmodernised Grade II-listed 1825 property (which was asking £26.5m) for a while, but it’s being said that contracts exchanged before Brexit at “around £25m”. Sporting four giant Corinthian pilasters, the 8,446sq ft freehold, midway along the favoured north terrace of this most exclusive of London squares, has been vacant for the last two decades. But’s certainly not short on provenance. Number 112 was once owned by Rt Hon Leopold Charles Maurice Stennett Amery, MP and special advisor to Sir Winston Churchill during World War Two. All of the remarkable reception rooms remain intact, along with most of the original features. Development projects are predictably hard to come by on this particular square. A 6,000sq ft apartment a few doors down at No. 116 was offered for £32m a couple of years ago, with plans to turn it into a property of over 9,000sq ft. Only 15 out of the 118 buildings remain as houses. images courtesy of ASTON CHASE

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A beautiful two double bedroom apartment on the second floor of a boutique development in St James’s. The open spaces of Green Park and St James’s Park, Green Park Station and the amenities of Piccadilly and Mayfair are all within walking distance. The apartment has been furnished to a very high standard throughout and benefits from a Sonos sound system and air conditioning. EPC rating D. Approximately 982 sq ft ( 91 sq m). Master bedroom with en suite bathroom | Second bedroom with en suite shower room | Open plan reception room/kitchen | Guest cloakroom | Air conditioning

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prospects and are keen to work with us to find the best way forward in the short term. “Post referendum, very few people have changed their plans. Some buyers have used the opportunity to get a slightly better deal, but they rightly sense there will be limited price movement as there are a lot of other buyers around and there’s relatively little to buy. “Far from the doom and gloom forecast by some commentators, buyers are jumping in where they find good value, good locations or both. Mortgages are readily available and interest rates are at record lows. Therefore, investors and international buyers continue to see London as a safe long-term bet, with reliable returns from a buoyant lettings market. We are anticipating normal business levels throughout the rest of the year and although London property prices will be subdued, we expect them to rise again in early 2017.” Dexters’ first office opened in 1993 in Twickenham. Its presence in central London has been enhanced by the acquisition and rebranding of 28 offices with strong growth prospects in prime areas such as Westminster, Marylebone, Mayfair, Kensington and Chelsea, as well as the City and Docklands. The company’s specialist services cover the full spread of professional disciplines and include property management, land and new homes (working with property developers and house builders), investment management, corporate and international lettings and relocations, and professional and surveying services. Commenting on the rise of online estate agency services, Doble says: “The world of backstreet and online estate agencies offer cheap solutions, but most people want their important property assets to be handled by experts with local knowledge and our success and plans for

continued growth reflect this. We genuinely believe the future of selling and letting homes is with professional companies like Dexters that represent clients’ best interests and work hard on their behalf. “When I started the business I set out to do things differently and change people’s perceptions of estate agency. I wanted to build a strong business with a great name built by brilliant people. Our continuing growth and success has meant we really can be altogether more effective across London. We now have more offices than any other central London estate agent. I know that our clients notice the difference – our people are better trained, work harder, go the extra mile and are proud to be professional partners for our clients.” Dexters trains its own staff and reveals it spends ten times the industry average on training 1,200 staff at the company’s London training academy. “We are London’s only major estate agency that is regulated by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and we uphold its worldwide reputation for integrity and professionalism. Given all of this, it’s no coincidence we get such positive feedback from our clients and that over 70 per cent of Dexters’ business comes from recommendations and referrals,” says Doble. “We are in an exceptionally strong position to continue our growth and we will continue to work hard to deliver the very best professional services to reflect the changing needs of the market. For example, our lettings business has expanded significantly to respond to the demand for more rental homes in London. Looking ahead, we are excited about our future prospects.”

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FOR SALE CURZON STREET, MAYFAIR W1

£1,575,000

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Rarely available duplex apartment in Mayfair’s Shepherd Market a few minutes walk to Green Park tube station (Jubilee, Victoria & Piccadilly Lines). A private entrance at ground floor level with stairway to first floor reception room with fully equipped open plan kitchen, stairs to second floor double bedroom with bi-fold windows, fitted cupboards and fully tiled en-suite shower room. Features include surround sound, wood flooring throughout, entry phone and air conditioning. Leasehold.

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The bright side Mayfair may be small, but the sense of community is great, as Hannah Lemon finds out when she chats to Erik Holmgren and Sebastian de Angelis, the directors of the local Chestertons office

t’s hard to be positive at the moment. I’m not trying to sound glum, but around the time of my interview with the head honchos of the Chestertons Mayfair office, the Brexit result is painfully fresh, England is out of Euro 2016 and, despite it being officially summer, it’s rained for the past three weeks. But, as if it were a prior note about the company I am about to meet, the sun is shining as I walk up the Astroturfed steps (in a nod to Wimbledon) of Morton’s private members’ club and I find myself grinning before I can stop myself.

Erik Holmgren, director of lettings, and Sebastian de Angelis, director of sales, reflect the happy vibes outside, laughing as they settle down on the sofa in the club room, filled with light streaming through the windows. Do they feel a downturn in the public mood after Brexit? “There is no way you can predict anything so soon, so you have to remain positive,” replies Erik. “In fact,” Sebastian, adds cheerfully in agreement, “people are steaming ahead in London at the moment. It’s a safe haven to buy in. If you are a European buyer, London’s market is the cheapest it’s

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been in a long time. If you are buying from the dollar, it’s the cheapest it has been in about 30 years.” They would know. They have accumulated decades of knowledge and experience of the London market: Sebastian joined Chestertons three years ago, while Erik has been here for six. How has the area changed in that time? “It’s become younger and a lot more modern,” comments Erik. “The whole of Mount Street has been transformed. There has been a lot of work on Duke Street, North Audley Street, the Canadian Embassy and Grosvenor Square. There are lots of new developments coming along, which was pretty much unheard of a few years ago.” Not only that, but Sebastian informs me that Grosvenor has invested about £60 million into the area to make it cleaner, safer and more attractive to businesses. “All this rejuvenation has essentially made it very attractive for people to live in Mayfair,” says Sebastian. “You don’t have to venture very far from your doorstep to be in some chic boutique or Michelin-starred restaurant.” A lot of interest from international clients means that the market needs to cater for all types of buyers. Chestertons rents everything from one-bedroom flats at £550 a week to large townhouses at £6,000, and sells instructions from £600,000 up to £50 million. “We have a European following from France, Italy, Spain, Greece and Germany, as well as America,” says Erik. “Then of course India, China, Singapore, Hong Kong, and everyone from Middle Eastern students to royals. There really is a great global community.” Students? I repeat. “Yes, it costs a bit more than the £40 a week that I was paying,” he laughs.

Sebastian bats away the media assumption that all Mayfair properties are empty as “nonsense”. “There is such a sense of community,” he adds. There are always events in the area bringing everyone together and they are part of Chestertons’ brand values. We want to be part of the community and support charities.” Mount Street Garden Party, Summer in the Square and Grosvenor Film Festival – the Chestertons social calendar is buzzing. “Our office, alongside a few other local branches, is actually staffing the film festival. We’ll be handing out popcorn and serving tea,” laughs Sebastian. The cheerful nature of the company and its ambitious initiatives not only draw the area together but act as a great way to network with future clients. “Referrals are the key to success in any area. Local awareness is vital,” says Sebastian. And despite Sebastian and Erik sitting on different sides of the office in sales and lettings, the communication between them is also essential. “We try to work as closely as we can together – keeping that line of communication open is extremely important. Clients want our advice and it’s about building that culture and filtering it down through our teams,” says Erik. “It’s a bit like a football team. Look at England.” “Maybe not England,” Seb corrects him, laughing. Iceland? I venture. “Yes, we’re more like Iceland.” I nod, quietly thinking that Chestertons isn’t like any other team and that’s what makes it so special.

“Referrals are the key to success in any area. Local awareness is vital”

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Residing in style Terence Donovan’s former studio brings a piece of Mayfair’s illustrious fashion history to the market

n a quiet mews just off New Bond Street and Davies Street, sits the late British photographer Terence Donovan’s former studio. Donovan’s work captured the mood of Swinging London and the fashion world during the 1960s, and from 1978 to 1996 much of his work centred around his 28-30 Bourdon Street property – now being offered for £18m freehold through sole estate agent Wetherell. Donovan photographed Twiggy, Grace Coddington, Cindy Crawford and Richard Attenborough on the street outside; and in the studio he processed photography shoots for Vogue and a number of shoots of one of Donovan’s favourite subjects – Diana, Princess of Wales. For a taste of Donovan’s oeuvre, a retrospective exhibition of his work is on show until 25 September at The Photographers’ Gallery. The now 5,788sq ft, five-bedroom house was acquired in 2003 by new owners who commissioned Candy & Candy to give its interior a new lease of life, behind its Grade II-listed Queen Anne style Victorian-era red brick façade.

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