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Blonde Ambition
World of Watches
Ella Ringner and Anna Williamson prepare lifestyle and fashion brand Yolke for London's Fashion Week
Look out for the timepiece of the moment as Richard Brown highlights this month's most exciting creations
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All Tied Up
Eastern Electric
Ella Harris finds out what Notting Hill’s style gurus have to say about the future of the neck accessory
Annabel Harrison finds Tokyo's Mandarin Oriental utterly intoxicating, so much so that leaving the hotel is quite a challenge
24 Going Native Jessie and Victoria Blake, founders of Jessie Western, tell the story of the artisans behind boho chic
29 Photography's Alchemist Jack Watkins reports on one of the world’s most revered fashion photographers, Horst P. Horst, on show at the V&A
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From the EDITOR Do you know your batwing bow tie from your thistle? Notting Hill’s style gurus assure us that the future of the neck accessory is bright; the bow tie in particular has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, boosted when Matt Smith started on Doctor Who (Topshop recorded a 94 per cent increase in bow tie sales) and by style icons David Gandy and Idris Elba who have championed the classic but contemporary look. Head to Wolf & Badger, Duchamps or Willow & Warson to stock up (p. 20). Local ladies, we suggest you invest in fringed jackets and beaded moccasins in preparation for cooler evenings; Hannah Lemon meets Jessie and Victoria Blake, founders of Jessie Western on Portobello Road, to find out the story of the artisans behind this boho chic boutique (p. 24). Jewellery this month comes courtesy of Jade Jagger and her new NeverEnding collection (p. 58) and fine jewellery brand Assya, founded by Tessa Grazzini; planets and solar systems provide the inspiration behind beautiful, gemstonestudded creations in fine gold and silver (p. 40). We’re particularly impressed by Ella Ringner and Anna Williamson, the fashionably casual pair who have been friends since working at Temperley eight years ago. They parted ways to allow time for Ella to perfect her skills in textile design at Central Saint Martins and for Anna to hone her skills in interiors and public relations. The result? Thriving new lifestyle and fashion brand Yolke (p. 16). We also love the dreamily theatrical, elaborate images of Cathleen Naundorf, which have been immortalised in a beautiful book, Haute Couture: The Polaroids of Cathleen Naundorf (p. 105). For those who’ve had their fashion fix, get a dose of culture at the 19th Portobello Film Festival; we provide an overview of the top filmmakers and stars who have graced pop-up cinemas to rival Cannes, taking place on your doorstep from 28 August – 14 September (p. 46).
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Blonde Ambition Ella Ringner and Anna Williamson equip their lifestyle and fashion brand Yolke for a battle against other local start-ups as London’s Fashion Week approaches. HANNAH LEMON reports
Notting Hill is a prime location for start-ups and Ella Ringner and Anna Williamson have taken full advantage of this state of play. The blonde and fashionably casual pair have been friends since working at Temperley eight years ago. They parted ways to allow time for Ella to perfect her skills in textile design at Central Saint Martins and for Anna to hone her skills in interiors and public relations. “Anna was constantly trying to steal my fabrics,” Ella half-jokes as she sips on her tea after a quick stand-off with the barista about a request for semi-skimmed milk. He replies that they only serve skimmed and soy. “This café is too healthy for its own good,” chips in Anna, as she sips on her fruit smoothie. This scene is what is so likeable about these two women; they pull off elegance with ease through their laid-back style to match their laid-back chatter. This relaxed attitude is entirely reflected through their ready-to-wear clothing range. “Simplicity is key; there’s no
fuss,” says Anna. “We aren’t fashion designers. We are not trying to do wedding dresses and gowns. We are creating things that we wear, which is essentially jeans and shirts.” The vision of Notting Hill’s best dressed wondering around in t-shirts and slacks for all occasions is an entertaining picture but since the first collection, Yolke has deciphered that this is exactly what they want, to the extent that customers are doubling up pyjamas as daywear. “We have tried to make everything loungewear,” says Ella. “Items can be worn at night, out and about in the day, slept in, or worn at weddings and also out to brunch. They really are extremely versatile. This is what we are pushing to be known for.” Their day gowns, t-shirts and drawstring trousers evoke the confident and strong lines of Céline with a dash of the more playful and vibrant prints from Erdem, all of which can be dressed up or down. Yolke’s A/W 14 collection advertises bold prints and luxurious elegance perfectly. “It’s for young people who have mature minds and grown-up careers,” says Ella. It’s reminiscent of gentleman’s loungewear; there are pinstripe pyjamas, and maroons and olives. It’s all quite rich and dark preparing us for a sumptuous winter. Then for S/S 15 energetic prints inspired by the tropics of Ibiza will lift customers back into summer. “Both of us have nice connections with Ibiza, my brother has a house there and Ella’s family have been living there for years,” says Anna. The bright greens and striking patterns should sit nicely within the Ibizan landscape, where they plan to do a photoshoot. Despite not echoing the style of the fashion house where they both
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gained experience, Temperley London’s ethos is very much embedded in the Yolke production process. “I know Alice personally and what she is doing is quite inspiring,” says Ella. “I think we are encouraged by anyone who can create a lifestyle in which they can be happy and creative as well as have kids and families.” Anya Hindmarch is a similar muse for Anna. “I look to people who are inspiring but often it has nothing to do with clothing,” she says. “It’s really down to what they’ve created as a whole.” This emphasis on fashion as a piece of a lifestyle puzzle is something that was created organically by Anna and Ella, who wanted to invest everything they loved into one brand, which is why they didn’t stop at clothes but added throws, cushions, quilts, candles and weekend bags to their collections. Much like the designers they admire, it has been crucial for the duo to maintain a good work-life balance, although the all-consuming nature of a start-up makes
just to help each other out,” says Ella. The groups of start-ups are all at various stages, invigorating a strong entrepreneurial community in the Notting Hill area. “It’s like an old school reunion,” continues Ella. “Every sale you do, there are so many different people to speak to.” These close-knit fledgling companies are all there to support each other with questions and ideas related to the fashion industry. “I probably meet someone for coffee once a week for a chat. It’s really very helpful,” says Anna. Helpful indeed, their next port of call is a stall at London Fashion Week; these other start-ups better beware. yolke.co.uk
Notting Hill start-ups invigorate a strong entrepreneurial community this difficult. Family life has grown – Ella gave birth to her first child Scarlet at the beginning of the year – and so too has the business – the print-mad and beautifully coloured Yolke studio has moved on from a bedroom, to dining room tables and now desks. In fact, the day I meet them they have just employed their first assistant and are moving from Westbourne Grove to Ladbroke Grove. “Soon Scarlet will be old enough for us to start training up and putting her to use,” laughs Ella. Whoever helps out behind closed doors, the founders’ roles will remain clear; Ella heads up design and production while Anna buys and sells. With the former’s experience in woven design and the latter’s in interiors, the duo has been inspired by old-fashioned Paisleys and Victorian wallpapers for their homeware collection but have mixed it up to add a more modern twist. “We do very much have the same opinion when it comes to design,” says Anna. “I will say I want something green and flowery and Ella will go off and design the exact thing I’m thinking of.” This is all subtly balanced out with a Scandinavian influence in their use of subtle colours alongside jolts of something bright and eye catching. The Yolke ladies have a summer sale at Beaufort House planned for the next day alongside other brands such as Marina London, Blake London and LeiVanKash Jewellery. “We all stick together and, you know, tip each other off if there are great places for pop-ups
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Change
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Ties Do you know your batwing bow tie from your thistle? For those who do but feel that their interest in the hipster fad is at an end, Notting Hill’s style gurus tell us not to lose faith in the future of the neck accessory. ELLA HARRIS finds out
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Men’s fashion has seen an astronomical transformation over the last few decades, with the bearded sex making a lot more effort with what they look like – and about time too. Gone are the days of bland and prescriptive jeans, t-shirts and suits being the staple of every male’s wardrobe; cupboards now hold a lot more vigour and individuality. More to the point, men are enjoying choosing which shirt will match what pair of trousers without breaking out into a cold sweat. According to Euromonitor, in 2013 sales of menswear increased more rapidly than its female counterpart, with global sales growing just short of five per cent. This demand is met eagerly by brands across the board to tailor fashion for the double-breasted suitwearing gentleman, the rockers, the hipsters and, of course, Notting Hill’s elite. With this has come the need to accessorise; the mix and match nature of menswear, with ties and blazers worn with vests as well as shirts,
Men are enjoying choosing what to wear without breaking out into a cold sweat has meant that the neck accessory has felt more at home on the male body than ever before. Euromonitor note that novelty items like pocket squares and bow ties have found a niche in the male market who want to emphasise their personal style, with ties increasing by 3.7% in 2013 in the US, outperforming overall menswear. But when did this menswear revolution begin? Men have always had it in them to be unwitting fashionistas – take the classic bow tie enthusiasts, Charlie Chaplin in the 20s and Frank Sinatra and Winston Churchill in the 40s. However, it got a whole lot more spiky a few decades later with the modernists striving against the straitjacket of the mature elite who had been dictating the fashion trends up until that point. The mods wanted vibrancy and definition in their clothes, which would enable them to express themselves as individuals. This peacock revolution was the opposition to uniformity, celebrating colour, experimentation and standout confidence. Since this change from one extreme of conformity to the other of revolution, men are now mixing and matching conservative and edgy styles for a true expression of character. The bow tie in particular has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, so much so that when Matt Smith started on Doctor Who, Topshop recorded a 94 per cent increase in sales for their bow tie collection. Since then, other than as the pièce de résistance for a tuxedo, it has become the staple for hipsters who wear the From top/ Louise & Zaid, Camel & Paisley Bow Tie; Duchamp, The Jet-setting Rogue; Willow & Warson, Pitch Pine
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waistcoat, beard and pipe to match. Dividing time between Notting Hill and Devon, Willow & Warson has played with this popularity and revamped the iconic fashion piece into a beautifully hand-crafted wooden accessory. In a creative twist on a classic bow tie, owners and designers, Tim Brenninkmeijer and Theo Andrews, create organic pieces out of eight different types of salvaged and reclaimed wood for the fashion and sustainability conscious. “I love how each one has its own distinctive character,” explains Tim, “even if from the same piece of wood. No two bow ties will ever look alike, given the nature of how the grain, natural colour and texture varies across one piece of timber.” Their appreciation for tradition and progression allows the brand to exist in a sphere of its own in an ever-changing fashion market, offering a diverse and versatile product from plywoods and walnuts, soon to include cufflinks in September. If you’re worried that this look is just reserved for band members from The Klaxons and you follow the writings of journalist and stylist Dan Rookwood that “some men can look cool in [bow ties]; most don’t.
From top/ Split Zig-Zag tie, £75; The Alpinista, both Duchamp
The odds are not in your favour”, then it may be more suitable to move from quirky to conservative. Not all bow tie lovers are rockers; David Gandy and Idris Elba show a penchant for the classic but contemporary look. Duchamp has this nailed; it has kept the classical etiquette of the bow tie but has got creative with ornate patterns and startling colours. The brand started out in Notting Hill but is now stocked internationally and tailors bright and beautiful zig zags, florals and polka dots, from thin knitted pieces to geometric prints. It is a British brand with strong traditions; all ties are handmade in England and fabric is woven by a company in Suffolk that dates back to the early 1700s. Although sales in the bow tie have dipped more recently, Gianni Colarossi, the Creative Director of Duchamp, says that this doesn’t mean the fad has passed. “Its popularity in recent years has made the bow tie more accessible to a younger generation. There are some amazing fabrics and silks being used in bows – they are an intriguing
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accessory.” Designers are not letting go of this chance to refashion this quirky craze as Henry Graham, CCO of Wolf & Badger on Ledbury Road, has noticed. “I am seeing more and more designers making accessory collections with only bow ties and pocket squares,” he says, “whereas, previously, designers would never have made a men’s accessory collection without a traditional tie.” One of the brands stocked there is Louise & Zaid who has seen a 20 per cent increase this year alone for men who are still substituting ties with a bow. Although bow ties may have cast a long shadow over other neck accessories, there is still plenty of interest in the simple, straight tie; although simple might not be relevant anymore. Patterns, silk knit, wool knit, skinny and fat; there are an abundance of options to match a shirt (although, the details on these logistics are so precise they are best left to another article). Experimentation with materials has been particularly
“You should never use clip-ons, unless you are a small child, in which case it is excusable” prevalent; Salvatore Ferragamo and Marc Jacobs showcased matching tie and shirt prints of grazing giraffes and pink flamingos at the S/S 15 Milan and Pitti Uomo shows. Henry Graham applauds this innovation. “I have seen some really great ties being made from beautiful materials traditionally associated with women’s fashion, such as lace,” he says. Although, he adds, “If you are going to wear a tie or bow tie you should learn how to tie one, unless you are small child, in which case it is excusable.” The tie was originally a modification of the cravat around the 19th century but history has recently been reversed at London Collection: Mens, which saw the attention hit back to cravat. However, others off the runway are yet to be persuaded; “Cravats were certainly on show,” says Colarassi, “but I’m yet to be convinced if we will see them as the next big thing.” Whether you are in agreement or not, brushing up on your double fisherman’s and rolling hitch knots will stand you in good stead for tying up scarfs for one season at least and a plethora of outdoor pursuits after that. These choices may leave brains reeling as men decide what to don for a day out, but no matter how they like to wear their tie – in a bow, knit or knot – just remember to do it with conviction; as Oscar Wilde once wrote: “Sentiment is all very well for the button-hole. But the essential thing for a necktie is style. A well-tied tie is the first serious step in life.” Image/ Zebrano, Willow & Warson
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Going
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Fringed jackets for the end of summer and beaded moccasins in preparation for cooler evenings are perfect accompaniments to any outfit. HANNAH LEMON meets Jessie and Victoria Blake, founders of Jessie Western, who tell the story of the artisans behind this boho chic
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Amid the hustle and bustle of Portobello, where the tourists and locals alike mill about and the stall sellers vie for their attention, it is difficult to focus on the rich cultural ties this little London road has with the rest of the globe. As the English summer sun beats down (for once) on the melting pavements, I look at the all too familiar shop facades gleaming back at me but this time I take time to focus. Rugs from Persia, sheep skins and hats from Russia and Swedish clogs line the street in boutique shops and on trestle tables. A third of the way down the road, however, is something that catches my eye; dangling and sparkling through one shop’s windows are layers of jewellery, hats, moccasins, Stetsons and fringed ponchos. Welcome to Jessie Western. It may seem unusual to have a piece of South East America in North West London but this little boutique has a large following. With leather fringes showcased at Paris
Jessie Western is Portobello Road’s very own piece of South East America Fashion Week in July by Valentino and Roland Mouret it is no wonder that Jessie Western’s boho chic has avid fans like Kate Hudson, Kate Moss and Brad Pitt, as well as the bright turquoise cuffs being snapped up by Marios Schwab and Vogue photo shoots. However, these products are so much more than fashion accessories, they embrace Native American cultures and crafts wholeheartedly. Well aware of the misappropriation of headdresses in the media from Pharrell Williams on the cover of Elle, Karlie Kloss in a war bonnet for Victoria’s Secret or, indeed, to last December when Karl Lagerfeld’s Chanel models wore white feather headdresses, Jessie Western is clear in its attitude toward sacred traditions. Sisters Jessie and Victoria Blake – jewellers, artists, musicians and businesswomen – started the company as a wholesale boutique which soon grew into a celebration of Native American artistry. “We have been going to the reservations for over 25 years and have had the honour of meeting and buying direct from the artists on the reservations,” explains Jessie. “We have built long standing relationships with
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families and feel very honoured to stay and participate in the ceremonies and dances.” Through their shop and online store they proudly support over 4000 Native American artists and champion their innovative craftwork such as leather tooling, boot making and silver smithery. This passion has been ignited ever since they were children when their antique-dealing parents moved out to the Seminole Reservation. After I have squeezed myself past a group of interested shoppers crowding around the entrance, Jessie and I wonder round the shop as she explains the meaning behind each item, while her sister mans the till. But before she can get very far I am distracted by
“We feel honoured to stay and participate in Native American ceremonies and dances” some beautiful moccasins decorated with intricate patterns on the toes, handmade with glass beads. “They are made for dancing for the Pueblo people,” says Jessie, “we are lucky to be able to buy them.” There are also beaded brown mukluks (sheep wool-lined boots), perfect for the upcoming winter months with their thick soles that have teepees engraved into the bottom and round swirls which symbolise the energy of the ground. “These are made by a Native American company and they are all handmade,” explains Jessie enthusiastically, desperate to enshroud me in her wisdom of the rich history still alive overseas. The majority of cabinets in the shop house turquoise, a centuries-old precious stone that has been valued by the Native American culture for thousands of years; the stone of sky, water, blessings, good fortune, protection, good health and long life. Jessie has held a passion for this bright and virulent gem since she was a teenager and has made jewellery from the bright greens and blues for the last 25 years, over which time its value has greatly increased. She brings out a 1940s Zuni squash blossom turquoise necklace priced at nearly £3,000, a statement piece if I ever saw one. Huge turquoise hand-punched beads sit in circles along sterling silver and at the end are arranged in an upside down hoof shape, a symbol of good luck for a Native American bride on her wedding day. They also showcase a rare emerald turquoise pendant necklace at
about £4,000. “This jewellery is one of a kind, hand-crafted and made from scratch. It’s not made in a mould or a press,” says Jessie. “This means there aren’t a thousand of them. It’s unique jewellery that will keep forever.” Most of the pieces are designed by famous Native American artists like Harold Smith, Lisa Van Riper and Aaron Anderson, who use one-off stone casts and intricate pinpoint silver techniques. The late Charles Loloma is a particular favourite with Art Deco-like designs on bracelets and cuffs. For the pieces that aren’t collected from these artists, Jessie conjures up designs to commission other Native American artisans and often provides the stones for them to work with too. Patience is needed for this part as an agreed deadline of a week can often turn into months of waiting. Jessie and Victoria’s time
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as children growing up in the Seminole Reservation is clear inspiration for the designs; there is no need to flick through books and fashion trends to find a piece she is happy with. “It’s just all in my head,” she explains. “I think when you really look at something, what you see stays in your mind. Designing shouldn’t be an effort, it should be something you enjoy and it should come naturally.” Which is why the shop is littered with horses, hummingbirds, eagles and butterflies, all indigenous to Florida. “I like to create things that I like, that I would love to have myself,” adds Jessie. This last part is obvious; both Jessie and Victoria are laden in the jewellery from head to toe. The rare green hues of the turquoise dramatically sets off their olive skin and dark brown eyes, their signature sisterly look. Jessie points at an enormous ring on her finger, “I’ve been wearing this for about 25 years, it’s more than a hundred years old this one.” They have fine jewellery which is also handmade and designed by Jessie. A cabinet in the corner is dripping with glistening yellow diamonds, blue sapphires, crimson rubies. A beautiful pair of butterfly earrings nearly flutter through the glass, so startling are the sapphires and diamonds imbedded in the delicate gold and silver wings. In the windows to the shop they also have tiny brightly coloured figures and carefully carved miniature animals, which represent the different clans; Navajo, Zuni and Hopi. Bolo ties are another passion of theirs, most of which are held together by a Kachina – a spirit being – made up from colourful stones slotted together. The spiritual significance of each piece, encouraging the wearer to think about the world, the elements and life, comes hand-in-hand with life across the pond. “There was so much freedom and no boundaries,” says Jessie wistfully. “I can’t believe my children will never experience that. When we moved back to England we lived in a house by the beach and although there was lots of land I felt hemmed in; all the fields had borders around them.” It seems strange that both Jessie and Victoria are bringing up families in a busy London city but their creative souls can’t resist Notting Hill, which they are convinced has a certain something reminiscent to Native America. “It feels different to Chelsea, where I used to live,” explains Jessie. “It’s higher on the hill so I feel the air is cleaner; it’s breezier up here.” Although they go back for frequent visits to the reservation to ride with wild buffalo and to see the artists and their families, they are now firmly rooted in London. “The shop is like a family member,” says Jessie. “I can’t imagine not having it.” I nod in agreement, a new convert to the idylls of the South East coast of America and the gorgeous turquoise stone. jessiewestern.com; 82B Portobello Road, W11 2QD
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Photography’s
Alchemist
Horst P. Horst is one of the world’s most revered fashion photographers, inspired by the Modernist and Surrealist movements as well as cutting-edge techniques, and his corpus of beautiful work will be on show at the V&A from 6 September. Jack Watkins reports
FOR A TIME IN the mid-20th century, the name Horst was as synonymous with haute couture as Coco Chanel. Just a single word as his byline – ‘Horst’ – in Vogue and House & Garden was enough to signal the ineffable grace and elegance which his photographs invariably contained. “Your images are sheer genius and delight my soul,” declared the clothes designer Main Bocher after Horst’s photograph of a model in one of his radical, shape-transforming corsets in 1939 sealed it for all time in the public mind as a garment at once revealing and concealing, charged with mystery and eroticism. Fashion photographs are so ubiquitous today that it’s worth remembering that when Horst started out, the medium was still in its infancy. A fashion shoot – which
Horst knew if he was to become one of the masters of his craft, something more was needed almost always had to take place indoors so that the light could be suitably controlled – required meticulous planning and involved not just photographer and model but also the participation of the magazine’s art director and fashion editor, as well as studio assistants and set technicians. But Horst knew if he was to become one of the masters of his craft – “photography’s alchemist,” as Vogue named him in 2000, one year after his death in Florida, aged 93– something more was needed; those who knew him in his earlier years might have been taken aback by his relentless pursuit of pictorial perfection. Above/ Round the Clock, New York, 1987 © Condé Nast / Horst Estate
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Horst was born in Germany in 1906 and his early interest was the Modernist movement. After his studies in Hamburg, he left for Paris to sit at the feet of arguably the greatest Modernist architect of them all, Le Corbusier. Yet he was a somewhat dreamy young man in his 20s and it was only on finding a mentor – and lover – in the Russian aristocrat-in-exile Baron George Hoyningen-Huene during his languorous hours spent imbibing the city’s café culture that he began to pick up the thread of a meaningful career. The fiery baron was an important fashion photographer in his own right on French Vogue and Horst became the older man’s assistant. Shortly after, his pictures began to be carried by the magazine, the first being of a model in black velvet holding a bottle of Klytia perfume, which was published in 1931. His first commission for Vogue’s American edition was of the English actress Gertrude Lawrence and a portrait of Bette Davis appeared next in Vanity Fair. Not long after, he was the new chief photographer of Vogue in Paris, as Hoyningen-Huene left in high dudgeon for Harper’s Bazaar. It was his photographs of celebrities of
Horst directing a fashion shoot with Lisa Fonssagrives, 1949 Photography: Roy Stevens / Time & Life Pictures / Getty Images
the 1930s, from Noel Coward to Lisa Fonssagrives, that sealed his reputation in history’s archives. In 1971, in his book Salute to the Thirties, Horst observed how at this time glamorous Hollywood movie stars had almost imperceptibly begun to edge out Europe’s old-world royalty and their relations as the icons of style, and objects of awe and worship from afar. A photograph of Marlene Dietrich taken in New York in 1942 exemplifies the Horst stylisation of the period. The star gazes slightly upwards to the right, as if not aware of the camera lens, appearing distant, aloof and unattainable. This formula of elegant detachment, the artificiality enhanced by the strong use of studio light, he repeated over and again. On fashion shoots, magazines allocated large budgets but the camera remained large format and unwieldy, requiring long exposure times and motionless models. Horst later recalled: “There was no question then of a photographer shouting over the din of recorded music, ‘Action! Here we go, baby!’ Instead, one said gently, ‘Please don’t move. Try not to stare. Can you possibly hold that smile?’ The impression of calm and stillness owed much to making a virtue out of a necessity.
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Summer Fashions, American Vogue cover, 15 May 1941 © Condé Nast / Horst Estate
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Horst was also working at a time when Surrealistic imagery was starting to creep beyond purely avant-gardist circles into popular culture and being adopted by advertising. Horst loved to give his images a Surrealistic veneer and devised montages and mirror tricks that seemed to confound reality. He invested images of his friend Elsa Schiaparelli’s dress designs with a dash of the Surreal and worked with Salvador Dali, photographing his designs for Léonide Massine’s Ballet Bacchanale. Primarily, his best work was executed in black and white, though in later years he would embrace colour and go on to create some of Vogue’s most dazzling colour images. Many of these were stunning shots of society interiors, acquired by trawling round the homes of the elite of New York’s Manhattan and Long Island. It was
“Fashion is an expression of the times. Elegance is something else again,” Horst said in 1984 here that he began a long friendship with Coco Chanel, whose fashions he would photograph for decades. In 1947, Horst was able to buy five acres of land in Oyster Bay Cove, Long Island, and build his own house and landscaped garden where he entertained many of the rich and famous; among his visitors was Diana Vreeland, the editor of Harper’s Bazaar and, subsequently, Vogue. Horst worked for Vreeland on Vogue’s Fashions in Living pages in the 1960s, which featured his pictures of the homes of the likes of Karl Lagerfeld, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, and Jackie Onassis. It gave a new lease of life to the now veteran fashion photographer, for whom the post-war years, with an increasing emphasis on outdoor photography and natural lighting, did not initially appear kind. By the 80s, he was being fêted once more by New Romantic popsters Duran Duran and in 1990 Madonna recreated some of his most famous images for the video of her song Vogue. Sadly, he had little time left behind the lens, failing eyesight forcing him to give up photography for good in 1992. Now all we are left with are the images. “Fashion is an expression of the times. Elegance is something else again,” he said in 1984. And looking at these old photographs, separated by the unbridgeable gulf of decades and changing times, you have to agree that he knew what he was talking about. Horst P. Horst: Photographer of Style 6 September 2014 – 4 January 2015 vam.ac.uk
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Above, from top/ Marlene Dietrich, New York, 1942 © Condé Nast / Horst Estate; Corset by Detolle for Mainbocher, 1939 Both © Condé Nast / Horst Estate
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A Touch of Sass
Inspirational and glamorous women are the focus of local artist Suzette Huwae’s lively canvas paintings. After graduating from the Utrecht School of the Arts in Holland, she returned home to Notting Hill and has since exhibited at Debut Contemporary and has work on display at Graffik Gallery on Portobello Road. The attractive paintings are made from a variety of materials including spray-paint, glitter, diamond dust, gold leaves, and Swarovski stones as well as the more conventional acrylics and pastels. “[My style] is realistic with a Pop Art feel,” she says. “Expressive and introverted at once. It is unpredictable and exciting – funky, edgy, sassy and colourful.” The paintings radiate Suzette’s fun enthusiasm and her belief that every woman should “enjoy life in style and abundance, to the full, ‘til it overflows”. suzettehuwae.com
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Showcasing an eccentric mix of emerging and established designers from London and around the world, Gareth Williams’ Design and Make Charity Fashion Show promises to be a fantastic event to add to your diaries. The show has been set up to fundraise money for the Safe Haven Children’s Trust, which aims to improve the lives of vulnerable children living in Cambodia by providing home-based employment to parents, utilising skills such as embroidery and sewing. Following on from the fashion show (which is sponsored by Crayson estate agents and Gregg Baker Asian Art) there will be an auction selling the products. 7pm, 13 September; St Johns Church, Landsowne Crescent, Notting Hill, W11 2NN facebook.com/designandmake4
From left/ Ebury Maxi Featherweight England’s Glory, £1350; Imperial Frosties in Multi Printed Snake, £995
Counter Culture Anya Hindmarch’s upcoming A/W collection is to feature a celebration of everyday, banal objects which surround us as we go about our daily lives. Featuring well-known advertisements, from cereal and biscuit brands to washing tablets and the iconic smiley face, the collection is playful and vivid in its approach to questioning what beauty is in the 21st century. The products are striking; bold lines and unhindered colours which will make no apology for demanding attention on the high street. 63A Ledbury Road, Notting Hill, W11 2AD; anyahindmarch.com
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The People of Bayswater Photographer David Bruce uses people as his main source of inspiration for his new exhibition at The Tabernacle Community: The People of Bayswater. Working in black and white film, his portraits feel at once archaic and surreal, sensitive and humorous. Colourful characters of the area come to life in the photographs through Bruce’s intuitive understanding of the relationship between person and lens. The images are accompanied by short interviews with the subjects covering their varied experiences of Bayswater. The event is supported by property experts Bective Leslie March and Nadine Wong and Co Solicitors. 15 – 21 September; The Tabernacle, 35 Powis Square, W11 2AY tabernaclew11.com From left/ Pantellis; Bective Leslie March, both by David Bruce
Timeless Jewellery True to her signature style, the latest collection from Sophie Gass unites simple, structured lines with elegant jewelled details. The attention to sophisticated design gives her brand an unmistakable grandeur, mixing simplicity with indulgence, and the classic with the contemporary. The aim to create a haven for one-off fashion pieces, along with the opportunity to enjoy high-quality manicures and pedicures, makes for a memorable shopping experience within Notting Hill. Head down to Ladbroke Grove this month to relax and socialise in the beautiful interior space, which also functions as a venue for an array of parties and private events. 4 ladbroke Grove, W11 3BG; sophiegass.com
Physical Art Taking inspiration from centuries-old colourmaking traditions, creative couple George and Rose, last year’s winners of the Griffin Art Prize, will be exhibiting their latest series of works based around their personal investigations with the madder root pigment. Having worked closely with the Winsor and Newton Innovation and Development Department, the duo have created a spectacular display of abstract drawings and paintings, which aim to capture the explosive nature of the precipitation process. The striking paintings are beautifully organic and will offer visitors a mix of speculative and physical engagement with art.
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Above/ Both from Madder by Luke George and Elizabeth Rose, Courtesy of Griffin Gallery
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Reviving Tradition The Coronet Cinema will be returning to its roots as an iconic London theatre in Autumn this year. Originally opened in 1898, the building has remained in a position of high cultural esteem. The Coronet will become the new home to The Print Room, a theatre company praised for their revolutionary take on live drama and multidisciplinary collaborations, who plan to modernise the building. The inaugural season is launching in the smaller cinema space, which will be converted into a 100-seat theatre, maintaining The Print Room’s strong emphasis on intimacy and audience participation. The Coronet, 103 Notting Hill Gate, W11 3LB coronet.org; the-print-room.org
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The Frills of Life From its studio near Holland Park, cheekfrills brings you the comfiest knickers around. As a brand it promotes superb quality, whilst continuing to design fun and fashionable underwear. Opened in November 2012, cheekfrills has striven to maintain a diverse range of products; from a single knicker costing £15, to a teddy at £60 or a robe at £95. The brand’s celebration of colour is unlike any other, and its reputation is blossoming amongst London’s great retail destinations: including Selfridges and Liberty. Launching this Autumn in Austique, the new Holiday Collection includes a chevron bra and brief set and will RRP at £40. cheek-frills.co.uk
Mr Hare’s New Shop In July, the much loved men’s shoe company, Mr Hare, opened its second standalone store in Notting Hill. Since opening the first store in Mayfair back in 2012, the brand has continued to deliver understated elegance and fine quality shoes to the fashion-conscious London man. The new store will showcase its extensive range of formal, casual, work and evening shoes in a sartorial chic interior, offering customers coffee, rum and newspapers. Mr Hare is also happy to announce the size range has been expanded to men’s sizes 2–13, which will now enable women to wear and enjoy the classic styles. 178a Westbourne Grove, Notting Hill, W11 2RH; mrhare.com
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with Bethan Thomas, Drink Buyer at Whittard’s
Perfectly Shaped, Perfectly Balanced Pippa Small has made quite a name for herself in the jewellery world, and her latest designs to hit the shelves, The Egg Collection, combines these creative talents with her interest in anthropology in a section of beautiful pieces. Having recently been awarded an MBE for her services to ethical jewellery and charity, Small has taken inspiration from the symbolic nature of the egg. Although simplistic in form, it represents fertility and rebirth and mirrors the designer’s own fascination with the natural world and universe. With a striking mix of yellow gold, emeralds, rubies, sapphires and diamonds, the collection shows off Small’s complex understanding of gems.
From top/ Egg ruby necklace; Diamond ring both by Pippa Small
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Q: Which is your favourite type of tea? and when do you choose to drink it? A: Personally, I love oolong teas. They are semifermented teas which sit in-between green and black tea in terms of flavours. What makes it special is the incredible variety of flavours that you can get, from a dark roasted Formosa oolong to a light and buttery Jade oolong. I can always find a flavour to suit my mood. Q: From your experience, which tea do Londoner’s most favour? A: A traditional brew: English Breakfast or Earl Grey. I think in everyone’s busy London life, they are looking for a refreshing cup that has a caffeine kick so these teas suit well. Q: Do you think the traditions of tea drinking have changed? A: In all honesty, I think we need to re-discover our traditions. Since the invention of the tea bag, we’ve become addicted to the convenience of it. I’m certainly not averse to using bags, but there is something special about savouring a pot of tea and sharing it with friends and colleagues. Q: What is the best way to serve tea if friends are round? A: Share a pot and indulge in something out of the ordinary. I’d suggest using a tea set and enjoying the ceremony a little.
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Q: The Notting Hill branch has just re-opened, what is unique about this store? A: Coffee, hot chocolate and tea all under one roof. It’s a space where you can explore each drink, tasting and talking to our staff. There’s a huge range of teas, and coffee freshly ground to your specification, and flavours of hot chocolate you won’t find anywhere else. Now open; 182 Portobello Road, Notting Hill, W11 2EB; whittard.co.uk
Community Sew The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has launched a new social enterprise and creative studio, Sew Portobello, which aims to bring together the local community in textile projects and classes such as sewing, knitting and up-cycling. In September, a 10-week beginners’ sewing course will commence under the expert eye of Angela Brown. Having taught in RBKC for over 25 years, she will offer patient and creative guidance, teaching you to be confident in performing basic sewing tasks such as making buttonholes, seams and turning corners as well as using a sewing machine. Sew Portobello will also be launching an Autumn collection of gorgeous bright cushions and household fabrics. 17 September, 11am–1.30pm weekly; £150 for 10 sessions 24 Portobello Green Arcade, W10 5TZ; sewportobello.com
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In the Sky with
Diamonds Planets and solar systems act as inspiration for the gemstones and fine gold and silver that is weaved across the jewellery collections for Assya. ELLA HARRIS looks to the stars with founder Tessa Grazzini
“I am a believer in horoscopes,” whispers Tessa Grazzini. Her ethereal voice matches her look; thin bracelets and gemstones twinkle and dangle around her wrists and her long straight hair falls against pretty delicate features. I nod in agreement. Flipping through newspapers and matching up my life to the prediction that I should get ready to “earn applause when the moon trines Jupiter”, or that I am “standing at the threshold of a new cycle of growth and opportunity where anything can happen” is an entertaining part of my morning. However, Tessa looks slightly further than daily horoscope columns, she bases her jewellery line Assya on the constellations and cosmos. “I am amazed by the colours and forms of our solar system,” continues Tessa. “There is a celestial feel to gemstones; close up you can imagine seeing the surfaces of planets.” Her previous collections In the Stars and Moonlight definitely have a magical and other-worldly quality to them; taking one look at Tessa’s bejewelled hand it is as though the pink tourmalines are small sparkling stars orbiting her fingers. However, the initial inspiration for her jewellery label is firmly routed on Earth. Born to Italian parents, Tessa was raised in Belgium before moving to the United States; but at the age of 16 her family moved to South America where she stayed for the next 12
years of her life. “My time there has had a lot of influence on my work,” she explains. “The colours, the culture, and the texture of the fabrics are fundamental within my design ethos.” The cultural references do not stop there – after moving to London to work for Estée Lauder, Tessa took a trip to Rajasthan with a girlfriend and came back with handfuls of beautiful gemstones from which she fashioned a small show for friends that was an immediate sell-out. “The success inspired me to take it further and so I took some classes at Central St Martins in jewellery making,” says Tessa. “This gave me the confidence to quit my job, and start work on my fifth collection, which was immediately taken by London Fashion Week.” The success of Assya has grown from strength to strength; an array of delicate gold vermeil and silkweaved bracelets, startling aqua chrysophrase droplet earrings, and finely-sculpted rings evocative of Stephen Webster, are sold in Fortnum & Mason and have a large international following from Austria and Switzerland, America, Germany, Belgium, Italy and now China after the recent launch of the website there. This interest has allowed her to establish her own boutique on Ledbury Road complete with downstairs studio, perfect for constructing new collections. “I was immediately taken by the potential of the space to allow me to showcase my products as well as keep an efficient workshop,”
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explains Tessa. “I chose Notting hill because it is a ‘destination’ place. I feel very inspired here. I love the area, and the creative atmosphere it holds definitely complements what I want my brand to be and achieve.” Whilst set up here, Tessa called in backup to support the demand of the label in the form of her sister Ninfa who takes over the business side of things. “We work well together,” says Tessa. “When I, occasionally, go a bit wild on ideas she calms me down.” I ask if bickers or sisterly competition take over the workplace, particularly since Tessa was recently
“I chose Notting Hill because it is a ‘destination’ place. I feel very inspired here” shortlisted as jewellery designer of the year at the UK Watch and Jewellery Awards 2014, but she assures me the atmosphere remains calm. “I think it actually helps our personal relationship because we have to work as a team and talk things over,” she adds. In the past, frequent trips to Asia, India, Vietnam and Cambodia were on the agenda but looking after two young children with her fund-manager husband of seven years means it can be difficult to keep up her welltravelled imagination as much as she would like. “Although, I must say
that Burma maintains a consistent source of inspiration within the collections,” says Tessa. “They have beautiful gemstones and so many varieties of local antique jewels.” However far afield she travels, Tessa always manages to take in the sights, sounds, colours and patterns from large architectural statements, small intricate cornices or even the people she meets. “Even here in Notting Hill, the diversity of the ways in which women dress and in the way they wear things always excites me,” explains Tessa. I begin to wonder which local resident inspired the Cassiopeia necklace, which tells the story of the beautiful but arrogantly vain Queen of Aethiopia. But with all this activity Tessa still leaves enough time to design new collections; the more edgy and rebellious designs of her Arrow Collection will be launching in A/W 2014 and for S/S 2015, the Celestial Collection will hit the shelves, which is inspired by the spectacular colours of the solar system. For the latter, the stones will be uniquely cut in a triangle shape, with a distinctive pallette of rutilated gold and aquamarine, which Tessa hopes will create the celestial feeling of iridescence. This unwavering acquiescence to the heavens constantly has me in awe as I look at the sparkling displays of bejewelled solar systems lining the Assya boutique. “We are in an era now where everything seems so fast moving and commercial,” says Tessa. “[Assya] holds a subtle perspective of what’s really out there and reminds us that we are part of a larger picture.” 53 Ledbury Road, W11 2AA assyalondon.com
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Scintillating Cities at Lumas A group show comprising the varied work of five artists will bring an energetic impression of international city life to the Notting Hill gallery Lumas. San Francisco will be presented in playful, colourful style by awardwinning Danish photographer, Peter Funch. That same city is home to artist, Xiau-Fong Wee, whose captivating, photorealistic paintings are an explosion of flashing headlights, billboards and street signs. German artist, Sandra Rauch, combines photography, typography and screen-printing in her distinctive paintings that feature New York and Hong Kong, whereas Martin Stavars’ photos are in monochrome but show the excitement of Hong Kong to brilliant effect. The fifth member of this innovative group is Daniella Zalcman whose photographs cleverly blend famous scenes of London with those of New York. Transatlantic, 19 September – 2 November 102 Westbourne Grove, W2 5RU; lumas.co.uk
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with Bruce Marchant, founder of Notting Hill’s The Reel Poster Gallery Q: Is there a global market for original film posters and are British and American ones still the most desirable? A: It’s definitely global; I have clients in England, Japan, Canada, Germany, Italy, America and in many other countries besides. The Russians collect film posters vigorously too, especially as some of the original Russian poster artwork was so fantastic. Q: Is a poster’s condition as important as the artist and which major artists should collectors look out for? A: Condition is very important but a little natural wear and tear is to be expected from posters that were taken from printing presses then folded and stored before being attached to billboards and then removed. Also, some posters have changed hands many times. Fading to the main artwork is the biggest problem so posters suffering that should be avoided. Very collectable posters include the Ealing Comedy series because they were created by well-established British artists of the day, such as John Piper. Posters by America’s
Q: What other key elements influence the value of a film poster? A: The original poster market is driven firstly by title because people love to collect those related to the most famous films; good examples are King Kong, Gone with the Wind, Casablanca. The quality of the artwork, the rarity of a poster and its condition all influence value; A Day at the Races featuring the Marx Brothers is one of only two posters known to have survived because they were glued to billboards. Q: Which posters do you recommend to novice buyers and what might they cost? A: For up to a couple of hundred pounds people can buy the early Bond films like Moonraker starring Roger Moore. Look out for science fiction B-movie posters – The Man with X-ray Eyes, for example – because those types of movies were not that famous but they had a huge following, in America especially. Also, film noir posters because they have become so popular among collectors. Saul Bass, Italy’s Anselmo Ballester and France’s Roger Soubie are others to look out for.
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20th Century Collectables Notting Hill’s PJ Thomas has been long established as a source of furniture, lighting and sculpture by 20th century iconic artists and designers. Its selection of highly desirable and collectable pieces currently includes a pair of glass Japanese figures by the master glass artist, Giuliano Tosi, who trained at Murano before establishing his own studio where gorgeous glassware was created for many of the world’s most famous people. In the furnishing department, there is a pair of armchairs that will virtually leap out at buyers who have an eye for innovation or for the distinctive forms of the 1950s era. They were designed circa 1955 by Augusto Bozzi for the glass top Steel and brass table with black well-known Italian company, Saporiti. Bozzi £4500 c1970, Italy, designed by Romeo Rega, became an internationally famous designer, particularly through his minimalist chairs that are snapped up by collectors today. Every home or office needs a table and vintage ones by the Italian designer, Romeo Rega, are continually sought after. PJ Thomas has one of his classic 1970s brass tables with gleaming black glass top that would become a dazzling talking point in any environment. Pair of armchairs designed by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italy c1955, £6800
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The Rarest of Graffiti Art It is very unusual for me to express regret, as I do here, that the work of an artist is now rare. The reason for such regret is that the brilliant Ben Naz is battling with a terminal illness so his work is very special in every way and the Graffik Gallery is acutely aware of that. As both a long-established street artist from the Philippines who has taken great risks to challenge the establishment and as a sufferer of failing health, Ben Naz has demonstrated his determination to live life to the full. He is a gifted figurative artist whose talents are at least equal to our own Banksy’s and his profound desire for political and social change inside the Philippines and elsewhere has fuelled his artistic passion. Naz’s street art is typified by foreground figures that are powerfully expressive, sometimes reinforced by vibrant backgrounds of graffiti-styled, provocative statements. With little interest in his own wellbeing, Naz has used his considerable creative skills and his heartfelt concern for the world to improve life for all of us. That combination proves that this artist’s new collection of paintings is rare indeed. One Last Ride, 18 – 25 September, 284 Portobello Rd, W10 5TE graffikgallery.com From top/ Playground; Little Miss Hoodie, both by Ben Naz
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Big Screen HANNAH LEMON marks the 19th birthday of the legendary Portobello Film Festival with an overview of the top filmmakers and stars who have graced pop-up cinemas to rival Cannes
Each year the international Portobello Film Festival showcases hundreds of new films in and around the Notting Hill area, transforming the space into a cultural mecca of film, music and arts. Unique locations in parks, theatres, bars and restaurants become spaces to premiere new and extraordinary films, giving the festival its much admired reputation as a pioneer for independent talent. Viewing spaces, which are transformed into galleries by local and international artists, and the vivacious character of the area draw the crowds in; numbers have rapidly increased from 1,000 at the inaugural event to more than 15,000 in recent years. What is unique about this event is the open attitude to all filmmakers; every submission to the festival is screened and is free of charge for all to see.
Jonathan Bartlett, who used to make low-budget films himself, started the free festival in 1996 while he was working with Massive Videos based at the North Kensington Community Centre. The video production company had been charged with running an event by the City Challenge initiative with the hope of raising awareness of poverty in the area. Thus the Portobello Film Festival was created to provide a forum for new filmmakers and give exposure to movies in different formats. Jonathan has held the torch for the event for the last 19 years, witnessing the rise of many unknown talents and the development of the independent film world which now has a keen celebrity following from Hollywood producer Julien Temple and actress daughter Juno, Russell Brand and Guy Ritchie. We take this opportunity to pick out the highlights since its inception.
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Initially, and slightly ironically, the film festival lacked a cinema – The Electric didn’t reopen until 2001 and, as Jonathan didn’t want to charge for admission, this ruled out all commercial cinemas. And so began the long-running tradition to show films in spaces local to Portobello. The first films to be screened were shown in the Athlone Gardens, in two tents with 35mm film and video projection. The first was entitled Performance (1970), jointly directed by Donald Cammell and Nicolas Roeg and starring Mick Jagger, and the second, Leo the Last (1970), was directed by John Boorman. Both of these films were produced and filmed in 70s London, which added to the flare of watching them in the heart of the capital. In the indie section, the yet-to-be-recognised Guy Ritchie’s short film The Hard Case was shortlisted for the Golden Boot Award sponsored by Dr Martens footwear, which is presented at a ceremony at the end of every festival. From this platform, he went on to traverse the gap between independent and Hollywood films with Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, Snatch and Sherlock Holmes. The eventual winner of the coveted prize awarded at De Lane Lea Studios in Soho was Caspar Walsh for Stairway.
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The festival vibe was resurrected the next year in Athlone Gardens with a bar, restaurant and three cinema tents to enable more audio-visual counterculture explorations to be screened during the three-day event. Bill Drummond came along to see the controversial Watch the K Foundation Burn a Million Quid in which he and his fellow bandmate Jimmy Cauty set fire to (for no apparent reason) £1 million they had earned as The KLF, a band which was part of the British acid house movement. The feature was captured by his friend Alan Goodrick, otherwise known as Gimpo, who also showcased a film of an annual 25-hour drive around the M25 circuit that they and other 90s cult diehards do every year. By now the event was attracting well over 200 entries, with help from a public appeal in Time Out, colleges, bars and production houses.
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In a daring move, the festival turned notorious nightclub Subterania into three cinemas. The Tabernacle was also used to screen British film director and DJ Don Letts’ The Punk Rock Movie – a revealing look into the bands comprising the 1978 London punkrock scene – and closed the festival with his Audiovisual
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A megascreen was erected for the first time for daytime viewing; Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and City of Lost Children were great hits in the evening. Other venues included the new Belgo Zuid on Ladbroke Grove (a bar diner that is now closed) and Subterania again.
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This was the biggest event by far to date. It took place in a diverse range of venues including the luxury of Screen West, the nightclub ambience of Subterania, the informal video café at the Beat Bar in Portobello Road, the outdoor megascreen (where screenings of Richard Curtis’s Notting Hill took place) and the big top multiplex in Emslie Hornimans Park. Celebrities enjoyed a few visits, with Courtney Love coming to see Pam Hogg’s film Accelerator which included cameos from Daryl Hannah and Primal Scream. There were over 300 brand new independent shorts and features with a total screening time of 144 hours over two weeks. The technical quality, as well as the quantity of films had noticeably improved; the winner of Best Direction on Video, The Real Notting Hill, was picked up by Channel Four and nominated for a BAFTA. The event also expanded abroad, screening films at Cannes, Macau and Venice.
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The festival continued to use the same venues as well as expanding to include screenings at the café Uncles, The Chilled Eskimo bar and The Electric Cinema for the first time. The megascreen was put to good use once again, screening O Brother Where Art Thou?, but was attacked by an outraged local who thought the Klu Klux Klan section was racist, although he did not stay to watch the end of the sequence.
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Newly-opened Westbourne Studios on Acklam Road, with the spectacular atrium boasting the Westway itself as roof, played host for the first two weekends of the festival. Performance was screened again and introduced by the very glamorous Italian-born actress, model, and fashion designer Anita Pallenberg at The Tabernacle, just over the road from where the film is set. The venue swiftly hit capacity of 250 and the doors had to be closed but latecomers were compensated by sets from Gaz’s Rockin’ Blues, DJ to London’s longest running one-nighter club, and Pam Hogg.
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The esteem and prestige of the event really highlighted how well the independent film sector was doing against mainstream movies. Particularly popular were the two nights dedicated to UK Shorts; Film Council Short Circuit said it had never before seen so many people and such enthusiasm at a short film screening. English film director, screenwriter, and composer, Mike Figgis showed three of his rare documentaries on Vivienne Westwood, Frankfurt Ballet and Flamenco Women and gave a masterclass in documentary film-making.
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Video art was particularly popular this year with the last Saturday being taken over by a non-stop live nine-hour performance from artists working in the moving image. Royal College Academy design graduates joined in too with an hour of BowieArt, which is David Bowie’s online gallery for young British artists. It featured pieces from many Goldsmiths and Saint Martins students covering a wide and wild spectrum of styles.
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International films saw overwhelming popularity; 750 films were screened, around 364 were from London, 135 from other parts of the UK, and the rest from all over the world including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Columbia, India, Iran, Nigeria and USA. Among the bigger films premiered were Woody Allen’s Scoop with thanks to local Nicky Kentish Barnes, who produced the film (as well as Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, About A Boy and Match Point) and provided fascinating insights into the process of producing features at the top of the industry, highlighting that Woody Allen is one of the very few independent US or UK filmmakers who still has complete control over their work.
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The Town That Boars Me was the hot ticket of the year; a mad-sounding film about a half-human half-pig who terrorises a town of women. Kelly Osbourne, Sadie Frost and Sophie Ellis-Bextor starred in the movie, with the former turning up in person to enjoy the screening.
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From left/ Jonathan Bartlett with Mick Jones from The Clash; Julien and Juno Temple; Kelly Osbourne.
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Mainstream movies made an appearance to entertain the children at popular matinée shows on the megascreen. This was organised with the help of 18 volunteers for Portobello Film Festival’s Event Management Practical Work Experience programme for unemployed people, who were invaluable to the success of the event.
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Jonathan Bartlett’s Top Tickets Hip-Hop, My Release Simon Rasing shows how hip-hop is helping to aid rehabilitation in a Colombian jail. His film follows
2014 We arrive at the year to date, which promises to be the biggest festival yet with the premiere of over 600 new films as well as welcoming old faces back to Portobello in an inspiring celebration of individual and cumulative talent. Important figures in attendance include: BAFTA winner Daniel FajemisinDuncan who will be giving a live commentary on his award-winning TV mini-series Run; producer and actor Johnny Oddball who will introduce the 28-day feature film challenge; and Danny Garcia will present Looking For Johnny, a biopic of his punk idol Johnny Thunders. The festival is divided into three parts: the London film festival, at the pop-up cinema on Acklam Road; the rock and roll festival held at one of the oldest bars in Ladbroke Grove, The KPH; and the world film festival at Westbourne Studios. Aside from movies, people can visit pop-up bars, catch a glimpse of street art by Blek Le Rat, Dotmasters and Lucy Sparrow, and listen to talks from top filmmakers and actors.
the journey of three inmates at Distrital prison in Bogota who are given two hours a day to devote to writing music, and documents the effects it has on character, confidence, and the ability to self-express. hiphopmyrelease.com Changing, Change Mark One documents artist Ben Eine’s tribute to Tom Easton who was murdered in Old Street in 2006. The film features two ambiguous works from the artist, which encourage viewers’ involvement and interpretation. The film is narrated by Tom Easton’s mother who offers a poignant narration of her son’s life and the
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significance of the project. markone.tv/word-is-life/ projects Alberto Goes to Rio Lucas Machowski’s surreal rendezvous of tragedy and comedy tells the story of Alberto, an ageing corporate employee, who lives alone in a gloomy housing estate in East London and dreams about returning home to his beloved Rio de Janeiro. During one solitary night in his room, Alberto immerses himself into the abyss of his vivid imagination. albertogoestorio.com
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His name conjures images of some madcap inventor. The figures that populate his pictures are not those you’d expect from any ordinary mind, or from the brush of some safe and conventional Renaissance painter. His exploration of the world of dreams and nightmares, and his bizarre portrayals of physical grotesques and demons, could still trouble sensitive souls today. No wonder Hieronymus Bosch has been called “the most fascinating and puzzling painter in history.” It’s no surprise either, given that there are so few hard facts on his life – a common difficulty for art historians working on practitioners of the 15th century and earlier – that he has been the subject of many highly contentious theories. Some say he was a satirist who scorned conventional
religion, a practitioner of witchcraft and alchemy, and an advocate of free love. Others maintain that he was actually a religious fanatic, fixated by guilt and the original sin. Some, with no grasp of the mind of medieval man, have even called him a proto-Surrealist, a diabolically-obsessed medieval forerunner of Salvador Dalí. A sumptuous new book Hieronymus Bosch: Complete Works published by Taschen, attempts to place Bosch in his proper context, ahead of the approach of the 500th anniversary of his death in 1516 (his date of birth is unknown, but is thought to have been around 1450, and the name Hieronymus is derived from ‘s-Hertogenbosch, the Dutch city where he lived and worked). The book is lavishly illustrated with images of Bosch’s recently restored
Above/ The Garden of Earthly Delights, c. 1503 © Museo Nacional del Prado, Madrid/TASCHEN; The Garden of Earthly Delights, c. 1503 © Museo Nacional del Prado, Madrid/TASCHEN
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paintings, of which, along with eight drawings, only 20 can be confidently assigned to his hand. The book’s author Stefan Fischer, who specialises in Netherlandish paintings of the 16th and 17th centuries, says he has “no doubt” that Bosch takes a very high ranking among artists of that time. “He was so inventive and stood at the beginning of certain developments in painting at the start of the 16th century, like landscape and genre painting, but also in depicting things in a satirical way. He refused to paint in the idealising manner, using the harmonic proportions of most painters of the time, like Jan Van Eyck, Dürer, or the Italians.” Was he, as some have opined, the greatest artist of fantasy that there has ever been? “He could be,” replies Stefan. “Many in the 16th century or later tried to copy him, or were inspired by his pictures. He always surprises
The book is lavishly illustrated with images of Bosch’s recently restored paintings you with the combinations in his imagery. His landscapes manage to be at once familiar, and yet dreamlike, with a strange sense of wilderness.” However, anyone buying the book – priced at £99.99, no less – hoping for some truck with the more sensationalist claims about Bosch, will be disappointed. For Stefan, the message in the paintings is, surely, a moral and spiritual one. “This was a time of important changes in the Christian religion. There were many critics, humanists and also clerics, who wanted to follow a more psychological and moral-based way of practising their religious beliefs, and everyday living. Bosch painted positive and negative ways of behaving. He wanted to show us how to live better.” That makes sense, given that the thriving middle class town of ‘s-Hertogenbosch had many religious houses which were following more ascetic, personal forms of religious devotion in a period when the Roman Catholic establishment was coming under criticism for its wealth, and the worldliness and corruption of many holders of high ecclesiastical office. By the time he was in his late 30s, Bosch himself was a member of one of these orders, the Brotherhood of Our Lady, and he received numerous commissions from them. This also opened the door to other useful social contacts among Dutch courtiers and nobles. Bosch’s most celebrated and enigmatic work, The Garden of Earthly Delights was probably a private commission, coming to reside in the palace of the Regent of the Netherlands, Henry III of Nassau, an enthusiastic collector of art, not long after its completion between 1510 and 1516.
An enormous seven foot high work in triptych form, its left panel shows Paradise, in the form of the Garden of Eden, as God presents Eve to Adam. The garden is inhabited by richly coloured plants, birds and animals – including unicorns – and most striking of all, has a strange, impossibly fanciful pink water fountain. The fantastic imagery is laid on even more thickly in the central panel. Giant birds and fruits are actually depicted larger than the cavorting humans, in a metaphor for life given over to avarice and the pursuit of pleasure. The right panel confronts the viewer with the consequence – Hell. There were more demonic scenes in a remarkable altarpiece The Triptych of the Temptation of St Anthony, the hermit and saint of the early Christian Church. Human and devil-like grotesques converge on the contemplative monk from all sides in scenes that, diverging from the traditional stories associated with St Anthony, reflect the flowering of Bosch’s highly individualistic artistic imagination. Another great triptych, The Last Judgement, the largest of his surviving works, reflects Bosch’s essentially pessimistic view of humankind, the foolish and the simple-minded vastly outnumbering the chaste and the wise. And while the title of The Haywain might initially make you think of John Constable’s serene landscape of the same name, in Bosch’s mind it takes on a different meaning. Hay in the Middle Ages was a symbol of everything that was considered worthless and transient. The haystack in Bosch’s picture was what the total value of man’s pursuit of worldly gain amounted to – a folly made of nothing more substantial than hay. It’s easy to imagine the creators of fantasies and horror stories in modern times studying Bosch to get some ideas for their monsters, but don’t forget the undertow of his moral stance either. In medieval times, demons really did exist. And the values Bosch saluted or condemned – thrift and hard work, against contempt for idleness and waste, and disgust at the pursuit and display of wealth for wealth’s sake – still seem highly relevant today. Hieronymus Bosch: Complete Works, £99.99 Published by TASCHEN taschen.com
Above/ Book jacket - The Garden of Earthly Delights, c. 1503 © TASCHEN/Museo Nacional del Prado, Madrid (Cover English edition) Opposite, clockwise from top left/ Christ Mocked (The Crowning with Thorns), c. 1495 © The National Gallery London/Scala, Florence/TASCHEN; The Haywain, c. 1510–1515 © Museo Nacional del Prado, Madrid/TASCHEN; Triptych of the Temptation of St Anthony, c. 1502 © Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, Lisbon/Photo Luísa Oliveira, Arquivo de Documentação Fotográfica – DGPC/TASCHEN
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light work Milanese jeweller Pomellato first came onto the scene in 1967 amid the hype of the psychedelic swinging sixties; as a result, the brand has always enjoyed a certain freedom of spirit, breaking the rules with its assortment of eccentric, one-off and brightly-coloured jewels. However its new Arabesque collection reveals a slightly more subdued look in comparison to previous years. The line comprises delicate, rose gold pieces featuring amber, an ancient gemstone symbolising life and associated with Apollo, god of the sun. The intricate openwork plays with both light and shade, incorporating diamonds and large transparent stones. When paired with the striking figure of Tilda Swinton shot against coloured lights, the result is truly captivating. pomellato.com
Arabesque, Tilda Swinton for Pomellato Photography: Jean-Baptiste Mondino
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Moves like Jagger For her A/W14 accessories collection, British fashion designer Jenny Packham was influenced by 1970s socialite Bianca Jagger who was known in her day for being an avid follower of the New York party scene. The designer commented that she admires “women who style themselves with integrity and wit – Bianca was the queen of mindful dressing…” Oversized cuffs, head-turning necklaces and dramatic rings in rich tones of cyan and royal blue, contrasted with lighter shades of topaz and aquamarine, make up the Bianca collection, while statement necklaces featuring jewelled tones, multicoloured headbands and silk champagne organza belts complete the accompanying Solaris collection. Jenny Packham Accessories Boutique 34 Elizabeth Street SW1W 9NZ jennypackham.com
Cutting Edge Each piece from the Archi Dior collection, shown at this year’s Paris Couture Week, has been attributed to an iconic line or Haute Couture gown. Designer Victoire de Castellane has used the concept of architectural design to transform fabric into precious stones and High Fashion into High Jewellery:
“I wanted to create each piece just like the dresses Christian Dior designed with an architect’s eye, as if the jewels were sculpted, flounced, pleated, belted or draped fabrics… These are pieces of jewellery which take to the catwalk as if they were ballgowns” - Victoire de Castellane dior.com
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Café Society At Paris Couture Week, Chanel unveiled its latest haute joaillerie collection, Café Society. A departure from previous collections based around signature house symbols such as the lion, the camellia and the star, the new 81-piece line instead embraces the avant garde and creative world of Paris’ ‘Café Society’ during the 20th century and combines cutting-edge, geometric shapes, diverse colours using an array of precious gemstones and contrasting materials including white gold, rock crystal, onyx and black spinel. Sadly, you will have to wait a little longer to get your hands on this collection as it doesn’t become available in UK stores until next May. chanel.com
Great Mysteries Jacques Arpels, founder of historic French jewellery maison Van Cleef & Arpels, was once quoted as saying: “Our aim is to offer excellence in all that we do”. And for over a century, this is exactly what it has done. One of the most recognised names in haute joaillerie, Van Cleef & Arpels has continuously succeeded in effortlessly fusing elegance, sophistication and beauty since it was first established in 1906. Now art historian and journalist Bérénice Geoffroy-Schneiter has charted the history of the jeweller and its most famous pieces, revealing the mystery behind its patented gem-setting technique, Serti Mystérieux (mystery setting) in her new book, available from September. Van Cleef & Arpels by Bérénice GeoffroySchneiter, £19 assouline.com
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In the weeks leading up to the opening of her New Bond Street store, I meet Jade Jagger to preview her new limited edition jewellery collection, Neverending, in collaboration with online luxury marketplace 1stdibs. Unsurprisingly, there have been numerous articles written about the daughter of Rolling Stones’ frontman Mick Jagger and his first wife Bianca, some of which have been less than flattering, portraying her as a bit of a diva (to put it mildly). Entering the showroom, I immediately spot Jade; her striking features inherited from both parents are hard to miss. Heavily pregnant (she gave birth to a baby boy just a month after our interview) and being a warm day in May, most women in Jade’s shoes would not have welcomed a day being grilled by press but this doesn’t seem to faze her. Appearing effortlessly stylish in a loose-fitting top covering her baby bump, jeans and ballet pumps, she briefly shakes my hand before going back to setting up her jewellery stand. When we eventually sit down to chat, Jade jokes how she is taking a seat on her throne and the air is instantly lightened. The jewellery designer’s latest collection is one of several but signals her first partnership with 1stdibs.com. Despite being founded in Paris, the online retailer has always considered New York home, having relocated there two years after it was established. It was the perfect fit for Jade who is not shy in telling me that she finds it impossible to move away from her childhood “halcyon days” in 1970s New York, when she would hang out in The Factory with her mother’s close friend Andy Warhol. “I can’t get away from my heritage. My work always seems to end up being a throwback to the 70s and this has very much become part of my intrinsic style.” Studying the 30-piece collection of statement ruby, sapphire and chrysophrase rings, earrings, pendants and bracelets, it’s easy to trace this influence. Jade’s craftsmen are based in Jaipur and the pieces possess a bohemian feel (characteristic of 70s jewellery); the majority of the stones, locally and ethically sourced, are set in 18-karat yellow gold and embellished with traditional Indian enamel work and diamonds, mirroring the artistry of the maharajas. Jade is also inspired by art and architecture. She developed a love of drawing when her father was gifted one of the first Macintosh computers by Steve Jobs and this love was then nurtured by Warhol. In the late 1980s, after studying painting in Florence, she worked as an artist and held several successful exhibitions before setting up her own jewellery line, Jade Inc. She comments: “I’m probably more art-based from my design and artistic backgrounds. I started out making my own paint from pigments such as lapis lazuli and these techniques slowly developed into my jewellery.” She is also the founder of interior design company, Jade Jagger for yoo, and this again makes her an ideal collaborator with 1stdibs, a brand which specialises in
antique furniture and fine art, among other things. Each piece within the Neverending collection features strong, graphic lines and geometric design elements. Saying that, Jade deems it impossible to define exactly where her inspiration comes from: “I do believe it has a kind of magical quality. My ideas don’t necessarily come from a research perspective. They evolve.” Having worked in jewellery for 20 years, Jade considers herself a jewellery designer first and foremost but acknowledges that her design background plays a significant part: “All the things I do share a lot of qualities: the use of colour, graphics and a sense of modernity throughout. It applies across the board.” While the collection is edgy and contemporary in many ways, it also possesses a sense of timelessness. After setting up Jade Inc., in 2000 the designer was snapped up by Asprey & Garrard where she worked as creative director for seven years. She is credited with creating some of the house’s most iconic collections, including Wings which remains a bestseller. Jade has been noted for her slightly rock ’n’ roll style, incorporating motifs such as disco balls, skulls and arrows. However, over the years, this has evolved and the latest collection is a reflection of her maturity as a fine jewellery designer. The whole process of designing Neverending has taken years and Jade is still adding new pieces, hence the name. Fortunately, being a mother of three has meant she has mastered the art of patience. “Having children and working in business makes you understand how good things come to those who wait,” she says, smiling. While Neverending highlights Jade’s own evolution as a designer, it is still very much in keeping with her signature style. Each piece has a natural confidence and charisma, qualities which I believe to be indicative of the designer herself. Jade has always loved working with semi-precious stones and the first piece she created for Neverending was the emerald ring. “I often start with rings because I can’t help myself,” she remarks, excitedly. Later this year, Jade plans to release a Flower collection, as well as continuing to work on her newly-launched Ibiza range. The gold-plated line of jewellery is part of the designer’s more affordable range and demonstrates her love of the Mediterranean island where she has spent many happy years and currently has a home. Leaving the interview, I can’t help but think it must never be a dull moment when you’re in the presence of Jade Jagger. Neverending by Jade Jagger is available from 3 September 1stdibs.com jadejagger.co.uk
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1 Sunburst crystal necklace, £840, Oscar de la Renta, 130 Mount Street 2 Silver-plated Swarovski crystal bow ring, £180, Miu Miu, net-a-porter.com 3 Thorn long finger ring set in 18-carat white gold with black diamonds, £12,400, Stephen Webster, stephenwebster.com 4 Forest single ring, POA, As29, as29.com 5 Zelia necklace in silver, £515, Jenny Packham, jennypackham.com 6 Crystal flower choker, £895, Alexander McQueen, alexandermcqueen.com 7 Pavé teardrop earrings, £420, Oscar de la Renta, as before 8 Vintage lace cuff, £624, Aurelie Bidermann, farfetch.com 9 Superstone open ring set in sterling silver with white mother-of-pearl, £350, Stephen Webster, as before 10 Kalmia crystal bracelet, £182, Jenny Packham, as before 11 Black diamond lace cuff in 18-carat white gold with black rhodium, £24,000, Georgina Skan, georginaskan.com 12 Granada collection earrings, £22,814, Sylva & Cie, farfetch.com 13 Wing of Desire earring, £34,000, Jessica McCormack, jessicamccormack.com 14 Lady Stardust Crystal Haze ring set in 18-carat white gold with hematite and white diamonds, £7,400, Stephen Webster, as before
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Tudor Returns Enthusiasts need no longer trip to the Continent to procure one of their preferred Tudor timepieces. Re-entering the UK market after an 11-year hiatus, the brand’s watches will be available in 102 stores from this autumn. Our pick of the new collection? The Heritage Chrono Blue (£3,010) – a watch whose original 1973 incarnation now sells at auction for more than £20,000. The modern day version features a case that’s grown from 40mm to 42mm and a dial that now possesses three-dimensional hour markers. Tudor-generated waves will be rippling through the affordable watch market from 19 September. Watch this space for more news. tudorwatch.com
One to Watch Each month we select our timepiece of the moment from the watch world’s most exciting creations:
It’s one the most iconic watches from one of the most iconic of watchmakers. This particular version of Patek Philippe’s Nautilus comes with a 60-minute counter and dual time zone mechanism, indicating both local time and the time at home Nautilus 5990/1A-001, £38,560, Patek Philippe, patek.com
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Four is the Magic Number Until last year, the best that watchmakers had come up with to counteract the effects of gravity on a watch’s precision was the tourbillon – a device that places a timepiece’s escapement and balance wheel in a rotating cage. Then Roger Dubuis presented the Excalibur Quatuor, the first timepiece to incorporate four sprung balances. By working in pairs, the sprung balances (the mechanism that provides a watch its pulse) compensate for the rate variations caused by changes in position. In watchmaking terms, the Excalibur Quatuor is one of the 21st century’s most significant innovations. The original certainly turned heads and its latest interpretation – cast in titanium black DLC – is likely to do so even more. Excalibur Quatuor in titanium black DLC, £312,800 Available at Harrods and Selfridges
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With 40 stores stretching the length of the country, Fraser Hart has been busy carving out a niche in the luxury watch and jewellery sector. Roger Baker talks brands, business and burgeoning times with company CEO Noel Coyle It’s fair to say that Noel Coyle has had a varied career. The man who now sits at the helm of Fraser Hart (and the Anthony Nicholas Group which owns it) has at various points worked in oil exploration, television and video production and FMCGs, before arriving in the watch and jewellery industry more than 20 years ago. CEO of Fraser Hart for the last seven years, Coyle has overseen a dramatic expansion, opening 10 stores across the country during a time when the economy was struggling with recession. Coyle splits his time between London and his home town of Dublin. You acquired Fraser Hart in 2007. What made it such an attractive acquisition? It gave us an entry into the UK market and into a different level of business, the higher-end watch and jewellery sector. We saw a gap in the market, an opportunity to build on the strong base that Fraser Hart already had to create a unique retail
environment with the best brands and the highest customer service standards, a level the larger multiple retailers could not reach. What distinguishes Fraser Hart from other watch and jewellery retailers? Essentially it’s about the service. We aim to be at the heart of every celebration. People in our industry are generally buying presents for life milestones or celebrations – significant events in people’s lives. Everything we do comes back to this. We make sure we have the best product selection and provide store environments and a level of service that really comes through to our customers. You managed to expand during a recession. How? We were able to trade reasonably well through the recession. The high-end watch sector stayed particularly resilient. I think it’s facing more challenges now, in the last six months, which is kind of contrary to what you would possibly think. We continued to open stores and stick to our model because the opportunity was there. We didn’t open as many stores as we would have foreseen back in 2007 but everything else fitted in in the way we expected it to. We still opened 10 stores during that period, which is very reasonable for a business of our size. What accounts for the dip the industry has witnessed over the last six months? Central London seems to have been affected by a
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reduction in Chinese spending. I think the consistency in higher-end watch brand purchases has not been as strong in the last six months. The economy is on the up and sometimes that results in people looking over what they’re spending on, particularly when it comes to luxury spends. People start considering other areas of high spend that they have deferred for many years. This may cause a temporary blip in spending patterns but overall the luxury watch sector continues to be strong. What will be the next biggest changes to the industry? The strongest five or six brands will continue getting stronger. There will be more consolidation. Some brands are moving towards mono-brand stores which, as a multi-brand retailer, causes us challenges. We also need to prepare and adapt for continued changes in multichannel retailing. What percentage of your business is watch related? About 40 per cent of our business now is watches. We have a very strong diamond and bridal offer in addition to jewellery from leading international brands and our own exclusive lines. Which watch brand do you sell most of? Quantity-wise, Michael Kors. It’s been a phenomenon. In terms of luxury watches our biggest selling brand is Rolex. How do luxury brands successfully engage with social media? Brands need to learn not to be afraid of it, and not look at it as some kind of downmarket or volume market trend. We use social media to engage with our customers, to listen to their feedback and communicate product launches, events and developments. Our presence on social media sites is an integral part of our multi-channel business. What percentage of your watches do you sell online? It’s less than ten per cent; but that’s the same case for everybody. The online average for the watch and jewellery industry is around seven or eight per cent. Fashion probably sells more like 20 per cent online – but
that’s understandable because it’s a different product. What’s the biggest risk you’ve ever taken in business? Acquiring Fraser Hart, but it was also the highlight of my career. When we acquired the business it was bigger than our existing operation. It was a new market that we didn’t operate in, with a new set of product challenges. It was a risk but there have been huge rewards. What’s the biggest mistake you’ve ever made? I’ve made plenty. The thing is to identify [mistakes] and correct them; find new opportunities. Business moves so fast, meaning that you have to make decisions quickly. If you don’t, you get left behind. Which watch brand would you never stock? We have to look at what our product offering is and what fits into our portfolio. We can’t stock every brand. It’s about concentrating on the ones with the best representation in each particular segment. The thing you are most scared of is… Our biggest challenge is to maintain our niche and our relevance in the retail market in the face of continued consolidation and multi -channel developments. It’s also our biggest opportunity as we have, and will continue to develop, a fantastic team of people throughout every area of the business, driving Fraser Hart to ever higher standards. Which watch do you wear? At the moment a Rolex Daytona, but whatever collection I look at, I find a watch I want to wear. Where will Fraser Hart be in five years’ time? We will have grown by hopefully another 15 stores. We should be operating within the top 75 to 100 locations in the UK. We will be truly multi-channel, still providing outstanding service to our customers in every area. Fraser Hart, Westfield White City, W12 7GD fraserhart.co.uk
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A Feather in its Cap Shoppers have been flocking to Feathers, the iconic Hans Crescent boutique opposite Harrods, for 40 years. Founded by the Burstein family in 1969, the company is now run by the second and third generation – parents Peter and Suzanne and son Robert – who continue to uphold the brand’s identity by stocking modern luxury brands such as JW Anderson and Mary Katrantzou. To celebrate the Knightsbridge store’s 40th anniversary, Feathers is planning collaborations, special projects and in store events, including a fashion photography exhibition with Jay McLaughlin in September, a live illustration event with Fashion and Textile Museum curator Dennis Nothdruft, and a special project in partnership with ME London Hotel and Olympus UK for London Fashion Week. Feathers, 42 Hans Crescent, SW1X OLZ; feathersfashion.com
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of Time As he hurriedly prepares for his S/S15 presentation at London Fashion Week, Olivia Sharpe catches up with the remarkably composed Richard Nicoll
You’d think that meeting a designer in the run up to the capital’s biggest biannual fashion show would be a stressful experience, to say the least. But not with Richard Nicoll. Sitting with him in his East London studio just weeks before the start of London Fashion Week (LFW) on a scorching hot day in July, it seems that only the temperature outside is rising. Leaning nonchalantly on a chair and dressed casually in shorts, trainers and a short-sleeved, blue shirt revealing his conspicuous tattoo sleeve, he appears cool, calm and collected. This is all the more surprising given the fact that when I ask Richard for hints regarding his forthcoming S/S15 collection, he smiles, shrugs his shoulders and answers: “I haven’t quite figured it out yet”. While you might think he was merely
keeping his cards close to his chest, I feel certain this isn’t the case. Recently named creative director of Jack Wills, the designer has a lot on his plate and as well as preparing for LFW, he is also getting ready to reveal his first collection for the British brand in January. Renowned for his sharp tailoring and contemporary classics, Richard is the perfect fit for Jack Wills. Despite his family being from New Zealand and spending part of his youth in Australia, the designer has lived in London for 20 years now and considers himself British through and through. While his eponymous label and Jack Wills differ in many ways, for Richard, what ties them together is that they are both about “creating a lifestyle”. The designer tells me that he doesn’t plan to make any “dramatic changes” but hopes to put his own personal stamp on timeless wardrobe staples and in so doing, broaden the current age bracket: “At the moment I see the collection as being disparate categories and I would like to marry all the categories into something that feels very considered,” he explains. “I would also like to increase the pricing. I think there’s huge opportunity for shirting, cashmere and tailoring and I’m hoping to evolve the brand over time in order to appeal to a wider group.”
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Richard has been on the fashion scene a relatively short amount of time, premiering his first womenswear collection at LFW in 2006; and yet, he has fast-tracked his way to the top. Growing up in Australia with a doctor as a father and a solicitor for a mother, the 37-year old tells me that he “wasn’t really aware of the fashion industry” when he was young and only discovered it after he moved to London. “I came here with the intention of studying fine art and sculpture but then I fell into fashion when I realised I had a natural talent for it.” Like many of his contemporaries, Richard attended Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design where he graduated with a MA in Womenswear in 2002; his entire graduate presentation was snapped up by Dolce & Gabbana. Since then, he has been awarded three Association Nationale pour le Développement des Arts de la Mode prizes in 2007, was named Best Young Designer at the 2008 British Elle Style Awards and has twice been a BFC/Vogue Fashion Fund finalist. He has previously designed collections for Topshop, People Tree and Fred Perry, along with numerous collaborations. His A/W14 womenswear collection was very much in keeping with the Richard Nicoll aesthetic, a powerful mixture of tailoring, sportswear and androgyny. The designer has always been fascinated by opposing ideas and this was apparent in the latest line, which married the contrasting concepts of ease and opulence, aspiration and realism, and modernism and romance, to name a few. “My aesthetic is quite paradoxical so I take different references to create tension”, he comments. Elements from the designer’s corresponding menswear line (launched in 2012) were borrowed, including a strong colour palette of teal, magenta and gold and a sixth form-inspired uniform, with models sporting culottes, box-pleated skirts and shirttails. Christened ‘King of the Blouse’ by International Herald Tribune editor Suzy Menkes, Richard has become famous in the industry for his love of classic shirting which some believe to be a throwback to his boarding school days. While there was undoubtedly a masculine edge to the collection, with its man-styled jackets and loafers, the designer ensured that it remained feminine overall by incorporating fluid, geometric ruffle pieces possessing “a timeless elegance with a youthful spirit”. Describing the quintessential Richard Nicoll woman, he says: “I think she’s one part sporty,
one part elegant, one part grown up, and equally youthful in spirit. It’s about the sum of all parts as opposed to one in particular.” Richard’s celebrity female followers include Kylie Minogue, Kate Bosworth, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Emma Stone, Florence Welch and Keira Knightley, all of whom share these characteristics. However, Richard is very much his own muse: “I generally inspire my work. I approach each collection quite selfishly, creating my archetypal wardrobe for the season.” For Richard, fashion has always been about creating a lifestyle and his revolves around working, playing sport and travelling: “My style is quite eclectic but considered. I think that the way my collections come across reflects how I dress and how I live.” While he cannot tell me exactly what he has planned for his S/S15 show, he does say that it will be a continuation of his Resort 2015 collection. He gets up, walks over to the rails of clothes positioned on one side of the room and starts pulling out some of his favourite pieces, including a hand-knitted top featuring shibori (a special Japanese tie-dye technique). One of the greatest challenges about being a designer, Richard finds, is the “punishing pace” and the “constant challenge of producing collection after collection”. Therefore, with Resort, Richard wanted to embrace the speed of the fashion industry while at the same time remembering “the artisanal elements of the craft” so he used a combination of handmade and machine-made techniques. Despite occasionally finding it stressful, the competitive side of Richard loves a challenge: “Everyone says you’re only as good as your next collection so in that sense, I think of every season as a new challenge. It gets easier but I think if you don’t feel nervous before a show, you’re not doing your job properly.” Let’s just hope he keeps his cool. richardnicoll.com
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A\W14 Trend report The time has come to put away our summer clothes and make space for our A/W14 wardrobes. From inspired knitwear and shrug-on shearling to psychedelic prints and eye-popping colour combinations, designers pulled out all the stops to ensure that this season was just as scintillating as the one before. OLIVIA SHARPE reports
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Telling Tales Dolce & Gabbana played on the popular fairy tale Little Red Riding Hood by transforming its runway into an enchanted forest, out of which came nocturnal creatures applied onto capes, coats and jumpers, followed by the heroine herself, draped in a red chiffon robe with fur hood. The forest landscape continued at Alexander McQueen but the mood was altogether more sinister in Sarah Burton’s gothic production, featuring ethereal lace peasant dresses and Tudor collars. At Valentino, butterfly-adorned gowns added a romantic touch to the house’s enchanting folk tale.
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Valentino
Paul Smith
Matthew Williamson
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Making an Exhibition Developing last season’s art-inspired trend, Matthew Williamson, Dries Van Noten and Valentino psyched us out with their 60s pop-art creations while audiences raved over Proenza Schouler and Prada’s frenetic, pulsating prints. In true theatrical style, Karl Lagerfeld once again took a conceptual approach and transformed his runway into an imaginary supermarket, with models sporting graphic raincoats in paint-splash colours. Meanwhile, Burberry’s Christopher Bailey took direct inspiration from 20th century art movement the Bloomsbury Group for his latest collection.
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Sheep’s Eyes Once associated with the likes of Del Boy in Only Fools & Horses, the sheepskin coat has thankfully been given a sartorial makeover. Burberry Prorsum and Ralph Lauren brought the classic coat back to life and contrasted it with floaty, print dresses for a laidback look, while Gucci and Erdem created a retro vibe with long-haired, shaggy shearling in dusky shades. Marni and Alexander Wang mixed soft sheepskin with strong metallics for a contemporary edge.
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Ralph Lauren
Oscar de la Renta
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Lacoste
Christopher Kane
Hugo Boss
Stella McCartney
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Follow Suit Gone are the androgynous power suits of the 80s. With women making their own firm stamp on the business world, we no longer need to copy the uniforms of our male colleagues but can stand alone with our own commanding style of dressing, as shown by this season’s feminine take on the masculine trouser suit. Featuring loose silhouettes, soft lines and a subtle colour palette of dove grey, midnight blues and viridian, it’s no longer about following suit when it comes to your corporate style.
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Michael Kors
Alberta Ferretti
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Tight Knit Winter is not just about style but about keeping warm and designers never fail to take this into account, transforming knitwear collections year after year. And this season was no exception. Whether architectural, chunky cable knits, knitted two-pieces or fuzzy, oversized yarns, designers went all out with their creations and yet the end result was the same: casual and relaxed, the A/W14 aesthetic is all about blending into the crowd and not making a statement. Yes you’ve got it; the era of ‘normcore’ has arrived.
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Smoke & Mirrors Embellishing one’s outfit used to be achieved with glitzy accessories but now fashion houses have decided to incorporate these into their clothing designs. Models shimmered and sparkled on the runways of Chanel, Gucci, Céline, Dolce & Gabbana and Givenchy, having been adorned in heavy, larger-than-life jewels, whether on evening dresses as seen at Giorgio Armani or medieval hoods as shown at Dolce & Gabbana.
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Call to Arms Earlier this year, Burberry Prorsum revisited its heritage by launching a special initiative to celebrate its most iconic product; the trench coat. This September, the brand is once again delving into its archive; only this time it is paying tribute to the inspiration and craftsmanship behind its classic scarves and blankets. Dating back to the late 1880s when they were most popularly worn for outdoor pursuits, Burberry outerwear has since reappeared time and time again in its autumn collections. New for A/W14, the womenswear poncho and collection of scarves come in the signature Burberry colours including ‘trench’ and camel, and a special monogramming service will be available in Burberry stores from September. Burberry, 2 Brompton Road, SW1X 7QN; uk.burberry.com
HER STYLE By olivia sharpe
Survival Pack According to head designer Edgardo Osorio, style icon Olivia Palermo has been an unofficial ambassador of Aquazzura for a number of years, not to mention a close friend of the designer. So she was the perfect person to partner with the luxury Italian footwear label on a new capsule collection. Arriving in 12 selected stores and on Net-A-Porter this September, the Aquazzura x Olivia Palermo ‘survival pack’ will comprise six styles, including snakeskin pumps, jewelencrusted stilettos and over-the-knee suede boots. Aquazzura x Olivia Palermo net-a-porter.com
STORE OF THE MONTH J Crew Sloane Square This month, J Crew is adding to its London store portfolio with the opening of its fourth boutique in Sloane Square. The two-storey shop joins the likes of Rag & Bone and Kate Spade and houses the full men’s and women’s collections, along with a shoe and handbag destination, a cashmere shop and a Ludlow suiting area. With bees having become the latest buzzword in eco fashion, J Crew has partnered with Buglife, a charity whose main aim is to promote the importance of bees in protecting the ecosystem. This includes a bee campaign featuring a living vertical garden built on a barricade outside the new store, plus a range of t-shirts for men, women and children created by illustrator Emma Smith. J Crew, Sloane Square, SW1W; jcrew.com
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To Market, To Market
Since 1889, women all around the world have been falling head over heels in love with Lanvin. One of the oldest fashion houses in existence, it has continued to reinvent itself over the decades and, now under the control of artistic director Alber Elbaz, the French powerhouse appears to be invincible. Lanvin: I Love You details the complete work thus far of Elbaz who is acknowledged as being one of the most transformative designers on today’s fashion scene. He is recognised for his dynamic runway presentations and his spectacular window displays, particularly in the boutique on the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, and these have been given pride of place in this beautiful monograph.
Celebrations for Marni’s 20th anniversary kick off on 21 September at Milan Fashion Week, with the opening of the Marni Flower Market in the Rotonda della Besana. Items on sale to the public will include pot holders, canvas shopping bags, printed ceramic pots and canvas aprons, all of which will be decorated in Marni’s archive prints. New additions of the animal-sculptures in metal and PVC will also be available to purchase. The Flower Market marks the first event of Marni Prism, a multifaceted project created to highlight the future vision of the brand which will continue throughout 2015. Watch this space for further details. marni.com
Lanvin: I Love You, Alber Elbaz Available 30 September Published by Rizzoli, rizzoliusa.com
The Masters As part of a major A/W14 creative project taking place from September until October, Selfridges is exploring the pioneering figures who currently shape the fashion landscape. Dubbed The Masters, these include the likes of British designer Stella McCartney, dubbed The Master of Modernity, The Master of Elegance (Oscar de la Renta) and Jean Paul Gaultier, aka The Master of Expression. The 12 ‘masters’ have created an exclusive piece or capsule collection that is signature to their work. They have each been given their own dedicated window display inspired by a film narrative or genre (Selfridges has partnered with Everyman to launch the world’s first in-store cinema). To mark his 20th anniversary, the department store has also collaborated with Master of the Elements Rick Owens on a series of exclusive partnerships, including a 20-piece collection and a new menswear store-in-store, women’s ready-towear and accessories destinations.
Fingers on the Pulse Having only launched her epyonymous label last year, former chief creative officer of Jimmy Choo Tamara Mellon is evidently on the road to success as she has already unveiled her own e-commerce site, encompassing ready-to-wear, footwear, handbags and the Endless collection. The launch coincides with the release of the brand’s June and July 2014 monthly fashion concepts, entitled Kowboy Karlie; inspired by 1960s images by Sam Haskins, it features model Karlie Kloss sporting the label’s staple leather goods and fringing. Mellon comments: “We are producing unique Tamara Mellon Brand editorial content, highlighting new product deliveries… Each shoot will highlight a new fashion concept, which will embody the buy now, wear now philosophy.” tamaramellon.com
The Masters launches 1 September selfridges.com/themasters
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Khaki and orange nylon coat, £4,000, and wool knit collar, £270, Christian Dior, 31 Sloane Street, dior.com; Snake print cotton scarf, £195, Karl Lagerfeld, 145-147 Regent Street, karl.com; Gold metallic twill bow belt, £450, Lanvin, lanvin.com; Luna Comet emerald earrings, £555, Shourouk, matchesfashion.com
Embellished shield leather waist belt, £776, Emilio Pucci, emiliopucci.com; Black quilted fingerless leather gloves, £89, Karl Lagerfeld, as before; Snake elbow sleeve dress, £1,800, Giambattista Valli, harveynichols.com; 23-carat gold plated Burma hoop earrings with Swarovski crystals, £316, VICKISARGE, 38 Elizabeth Street; De Manta printed silk-satin clutch, £350, Alexander McQueen, mytheresa.com
Floral embellished tulle top, £2,000, and matching skirt, £2,200, both John Rocha, 15a Dover Street, johnrocha.ie; Black leather brogues with gold detail, £490, Marni, 26 Sloane Street; Indra black and silver drop earrings, £286, Vivienne Westwood, 44 Conduit Street; Black fishnet ankle socks, stylist’s own
Gunmetal and 23-carat gold-plated Basilica body piece with Swarovski crystals and paillettes, £5,978, VICKISARGE, as before; Long portillo jacquard dress, £825, Temperley London, temperleylondon.com; Gold palm bracelet, £250, and gold leaf earrings, £250, Maria Piana, grey-book.com; Goldplated Aurora bracelet, £260, Lele Sadoughi, fortnumandmason.com
Brown hair cap, £1,200, Pablo Kümin, pablokuemin.com; Cropped silver embroidered jacket with green metallic elbow pads, £1,100, Antonio Berardi, antonioberardi.com; Long Emma multi-coloured print skirt, £860, Peter Pilotto, harveynichols.com; Black leather and thread stripe belt, £375, Amanda Wakeley, amandawakeley.com; Purple print silk Aeroplanes scarf, £222, Anna Coroneo, neimanmarcus.com; Itsy Bitsy lamb skin leather spider clutch bag, £1,083, Barbara Bonner, barbara-bonner. com; Low top Stella trainers in multi-coloured metallic calfskin, £860, Giuseppe Zanotti Design, giuseppezanottidesign.com; Mario Testino for Mate alpaca single pompom earrings with Swarovski crystals and beads, £85, VICKISARGE, as before; Sheer stripe socks, stylist’s own
stylist: siouxsiestylist.com PHOTOGRAPHER: euandanks.com photographer's assistant: Mike Breheny RETOUCHING: Digital Darkroom (digitaldarkroom.co.uk) STYLIST's assistantS: Lina Johanna Sjolander and Zainab Aminu MAKE-UP ARTIST: Charlotte Gaskell (lharepresents.com) using Cosmetics à la Carte HAIR STYLIST: Ranelle Chapman @ David Artists (davidartists.co.uk) using Redken MODEL: Fara at Established Models (establishedmodels.com)
Stolen Moments
Photography: Alasdair McLellan in partnership with creative agency Art Partner
Quintessentially British brand Aquascutum has looked to its rich heritage as inspiration for its A/W14 collection. Founder John Emary invented the first waterproof wool fabric which was worn by officers during the First World War as a functional trench coat to keep them dry; this year marks the coat’s 100th anniversary. Since then, the brand has attracted the attention of many legendary British faces such as Sir Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher and the Queen Mother, becoming a symbol of patriotic strength and tradition. The latest campaign, featuring the British actor Damian Lewis and the enigmatic British model Eliza Cummings, is called Stolen Moments and includes a series of black-and-white images of the pair looking dapper in the heart of London by Regent’s Canal. The photographs encapsulate romance and mystery, and, above all, celebrate the company’s history of style and elegance.
Men in Black Bulgari’s men’s fragrance, Bulgari Man in Black, is the latest addition to the brand’s fragrance portfolio and our favourite to date. The playful notes of rum, cardamom and cinnamon alongside the richer leathery tuberose and black amber, altogether deliver a sophisticated scent full of perfectly blended contrasts. To celebrate the brand’s 130th anniversary, the matte black bottle has been decorated with a large rose gold monolith which harkens back to Roma, the Italian house’s most well-known timepiece. Bulgari Man in Black, £70 for 100ml. Available at department stores nationwide from 1 September bulgari.com
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HIS STYLE By Matt Gwyn
Blow the Whistle If the Choo Fits In the A/W14 collection, Jimmy Choo has returned to its London roots, implementing a contemporary twist on gentleman’s classics. Commenting on the collection, creative director Sandra Choi says: “We were inspired by the rich heritage of Jimmy Choo Man’s hometown of London with effortless rock ‘n’ roll style and modern dandy influences.” Arriving in a variety of styles, the traditional Choo loafer makes quite a statement and the Foxley Tassel loafer has been updated with a rich tonal effect while the Felix slip-on has been dressed up with an oversized bow which exudes grandeur and comes in velvet, grosgrain and patent finishes. Perfect footwear choices for the confident man about town. jimmychoo.com
Earlier this year, Whistles, known for its understated style, previewed its first menswear line and received much praise for its balance of intelligent and minimalist design in a range of stylish pieces. The debut A/W14 collection follows on from this with its line of both formal and casual products, featuring oversized overcoats, chunky knits, tapered trousers and a diverse selection of Oxford, flannel and textual shirts. The blend of subtle tones and clean-cut lines makes a contemporary statement, and the thick and textured fabrics will no doubt prove welcome in the colder seasons. We certainly cannot wait for it to arrive in stores this autumn. whistles.com
Leave no stone unturned Leaving no stone unturned, Stone World has grown to specialise in some of the rarest and most exquisite colour variations of Natural Stone from around the world, from the finest marble in Italy to the flawless granite mined in Brazil. With stock of over 4,000 slabs at the Park Royal warehouse facility, clients are encouraged to visit to personally select the exact slab they would like to use for their projects. For those seeking inspiration for design ideas and colour palettes, Stone World has launched an app: The Stone Library. The app allows users to search for Natural Stone by colour, the material category or texture and keywords. Each Natural Stone entry has an enhanced image quality feature, which enables users to use the entire screen as a sample swatch, helping them to build colour schemes and specify particular stones for a new project.
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Two legendary fashion icons have teamed up to create the most stylish doll ever seen; Barbie Lagerfeld. In 2009, Karl Lagerfeld dressed Barbie in Chanel for creator Mattel’s 50th anniversary but this is the first time the German designer will be fashioned in plastic, not as Ken as you might expect but as his more powerful female counterpart. The first sketch of the limited edition doll reveals Barbie in the designer’s signature monochrome look with dark shades, a tailored black jacket, skin-tight trousers, fingerless gloves, black ankle boots, black leather purse and grey ponytail. Elements from Karl Lagerfeld’s own line will also feature. The doll will be released under the Barbie® Collector label and is available from the autumn. mattel.com
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Dukes of Design Roam the spectacular grounds of Syon House at Decorex International 2014, which celebrates 37 years of British craft this month. Exuding the essence of quintessential British style, the event draws upon the lavishness of the Georgian era, while exhibiting pieces by a host of contemporary interior designers, including de Gournay, Watts of Westminster, William Yeoward and Nicholas Haslam. The show’s entrance will see eight of the globe’s top designers interpreting 18th century English artist William Hogarth’s A Rake’s Progress collection and guests will be able to enjoy a Champagne Bar created by Les Trois Garçons. As designer Nicky Haslam himsefl says, Decorex is “THE place to be every autumn where we hope to inspire, be inspired, meet old friends, and discover the future”. Decorex International 2014, 21-24 September; decorex.com
Downtown Modern As the leaves turn to orange and the scent of sweet, spicy cinnamon lingers in the autumnal air, Ralph Lauren Home brings a sophisticated touch to the scene with its new Fall collection, Downtown Modern. The contemporary range features modern furnishings in a black-and-white colour palette and finished with silver chroming, from table top accents to lighting. Clean-cut precision and craftsmanship are highlighted in the Bond chess set while Southwestern textiles inspired by Navajo prints bring warmth to the collection. Downtown Modern, available from 6 September ralphlaurenhome.com
Blue Moon
Old, New, Borrowed & Blue Brides-to-be, make sure you pay a visit to The Wedding Shop of Caroline Stanbury, the one-stop bridal boutique encompassing a range of services and housing a host of beautiful luxury brands, including Hermès, Vera Wang and Lalique. Once known as The Wedding Shop, the company name has now changed to highlight its newfound partnership with Caroline Stanbury’s Gift Library, merging traditional wedding lists with a retail space where couples can enjoy private consultations in a suitably relaxed environment. A wedding planning team, courtesy of GSP Events Ltd, to ensure the smooth running of your big day is also available.
L’Objet honours its Mediterranean roots with the new autumn anniversary collection, Sous la Lune, in celebration of its tenth anniversary. Taking its inspiration from the azure Mediterranean skies, the Lapis Collection consists of porcelain dinnerware and desk accessories, as well as a limited edition anniversary candle box. Sous la Lune also includes two intricately designed handcrafted photo frames, Chevron and Night Sky, featuring enamel and available in either 24-carat gold or platinum frosting. l-objet.com
The Wedding Shop of Caroline Stanbury 171 Fulham Road, SW3; weddingshop.com
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Christian Lacroix takes us on a voyage to the French Riviera with his new A/W14 Belles Rives collection for Designers Guild. The eclectic range comprises a selection of fabrics, wall coverings, rugs and cushions bursting with citrus yellows and electric blues. Patterns range from botanical foliage motifs derived from the Batailles de fleurs carnival parade in Nice to wild leopard prints of Jean Cocteau’s Southern France sanctuary, Santo Sospir. The collection also draws upon Alfred Hitchcock’s heist classic, To Catch a Thief, with digitally printed gemstones reminiscent of the jewels stolen by the film’s leading lady, Grace Kelly. designersguild.com
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Beyond the Golden Gates
Neom Organics has teamed up with fashion designer Jenny Packham to create two new limited edition candles, both of which cater for a different mood and are available in two sizes (Ultimate and Luxury). Real Luxury has been inspired by the bewitching beauty of 1940s Film Noir femme fatales and is infused with floral overtones with a hint of spice, including lavender, jasmine and Brazilian rosewood essential oils. The 18-carat gold design set against an ebony backdrop evokes the alluring glamour of the 1940s heroine. Happiness, on the other hand, delicately blends the purest essential oils such as white neroli, mimosa flowers and lemon, and the gold beaded pattern set upon an ivory casing is reminiscent of the elegant beauty of Packham’s intricately embroidered bridal gowns.
Italian fashion house Versace pays homage to its heritage this season with its lavish Via Gesù collection. From luscious silks of baroque embroidery to classical Grecian meander trimmings, the collection extends from dining sets to home furnishings, including the newly stylised Via Gesù sofa. Created from Nubuck-soft leather and finished with the iconic Gold Medusa Head embellishment, the arms feature a hidden drawer for the most secret of possessions. The special edition ornate goblets are available in five colours as part of the latest collection.
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Game ofThrows After nine years away from the catwalk, Danielle Betts explores Catherine Milner’s trajectory from international model to professional interior designer
While it may be naive of us to assume that strolling off the catwalk and into the field of interior design would be an entirely natural transition to make, Catherine Milner is doing little to alter our assumptions. Once a firm favourite with couturiers such as Dior’s Marc Bohan, Milner has a great deal of work to show from her 20 years in the fashion world in her modelling portfolio. Now in her ninth year of renovating and designing prestigious properties across London, Milner credits the knowledge gleaned from years spent observing the intricacies of couture dressmaking
with inspiring her penchant for aesthetics today. After repeating Givenchy’s philosophy “if you are in style, you are already out of style”, the talented designer declares she has never relied on trends, either in the fashion world or at home. We sit down with Catherine to reflect upon her multi-faceted career. How has living and working in Chelsea inspired your design style? I love Chelsea and I’m definitely a Chelsea girl! There is so much in the area from which to draw inspiration. I am particularly inspired by historical references near Cheyne Walk, where I live. You have everything from Tudor gardens, such as the Chelsea Physic Garden, to the shimmering beauty of the Albert Bridge; the vibrancy of the King’s Road to the sleek end of Sloane Street where Harvey Nichols is. I often use fashion images juxtaposed with interior shots on my initial moodboards, whether for the lifestyle they evoke or for the beautiful use of fabric
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and colour. Whenever I need an instant bit of inspiration for my heart and soul, I head straight to the V&A. I love wandering through the exhibitions, especially the classical sculpture collection. What differences and similarities do you see between the tastes and requirements of clients who live in Belgravia, Knightsbridge and Chelsea? The desire for my discerning clients is always the same: to invest in the most prestigious properties in the world. Such exceptional properties exist in Belgravia, Knightsbridge and Chelsea, areas which offer genuine and desirable lifestyle attractions and therefore are a must-have asset; one that never fails to provide an exceptional return. My Belgravia-based clients are often looking for the ‘jewel in the crown’ within one of the most prestigious addresses of all, which is invariably Eaton Square. It has always attracted the aristocracy and
“Creating a couture garment is just as meticulous and exacting as a beautifully defined interior” leading professionals as well as celebrities due to its location and rich heritage. Eaton Square also retains its very private air through the grand terraces and high security offered within the impressive facades. Many of the properties which come on to the market still retain their original layout and there is often more scope to re-configure this space, adding further investment value and bringing the property into the 21st century, whilst honouring the elegance of the past. Knightsbridge clients often express a desire to be in close proximity to some of London’s most renowned restaurants and shops, such as Harrods, Zuma and San Lorenzo. Naturally, I have an affinity with those who like to live in Old Chelsea, which has retained a quintessential village feel and a rich historical heritage near the Thames. This is where I have built the story of my life! How would you describe your design ethos in five words? Classic, refined, harmonious, beautiful and intimate. How do you ensure you deliver a bespoke service for clients without repeating yourself? Ultimately, a property is a client’s home. Therefore it is vital that I know and understand the individual who will be living in the space. The interiors should reflect the client’s sensibilities on a deeply personal level.
Are there any signature elements across your project portfolio that you deem necessary for every client? In terms of design elements, there are certain Neoclassical architectural finishes that always elevate a property. These include tall door frames, classically proportioned architraves and skirting, Venetian polished plaster wall finishes and breathtakingly beautiful fireplaces. What’s the key to being a great interior designer? The ability to be passionate, creative and practical at the same time. It is so important to possess an ‘instinctive creativity’ and to be constantly inspired but you also have to manage the other side of the role which includes working with a building team and managing big budgets. How has your background in fashion influenced where you are today? My couture fashion background has a huge influence on my work. The bespoke essence of creating a beautiful couture garment is just as meticulous and exacting as creating a beautifully defined interior. Givenchy and Karl Lagerfeld have shown huge style in their taste for architecture and interiors – it is all about art and creativity. My closest friends are five girls who I met whilst modelling; we truly bonded and it is partly due to our shared memories. In one of my first shows I was so nervous that I actually walked off the end of the catwalk. I was so terrified that I just carried on walking! Ultimately, the advantages of modelling far outweighed the disadvantages. It is certainly a complicated world but I’ll never regret being part of it. I felt at home working with some of the most talented couturiers in London. Was being an interior designer always the dream? Interestingly, being an interior designer was always something I instinctively thought I would love to do. When the opportunity arose, I was renovating a prestigious Belgravia property and this project was such a success that I was soon employed by word of mouth for my interior design services. What people, books, films and other creative sources provide you with inspiration? I love travelling. Being in different countries and surrounded by different cultures can give you a whole new perspective on everything. Sofia Coppala’s recent film on Marie Antoinette was beautifully filmed; the colours, fabrics and architecture were very inspiring. Also Patrick Demarchelier’s book of Dior couture photographs – I am enthralled with the images and the beauty in general. catherinemilnerinteriors.com
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Kids KINGDOM BY annabel harrison
Class of 2014 If your pint-sized fashionistas are demanding new outfits for the first day back to school, Dolce & Gabbana’s collection for Melijoe is a great place to start. Adult trends have filtered into the collection; tartan stood out last year and D&G’s grey and red satchel bag, with pops of bright red, is a smart but fun take on the traditional print (there are shiny, lace-up shoes to match). We also love the tartan smock dresses and skirts with matching cardigans and duffel coats for when winter kicks in. Boys can get in on the act with navy and grey versions of the girls’ pieces; a patterned tie or a diamond pattern sweater vest for a seriously studious look. Dolce & Gabbana Back to School for Melijoe; melijoe.com/uk
School of Rock These boots may well have been a staple of your own tween wardrobe: for decades they’ve been the epitome of practical cool and the footwear of choice of anyone who wanted to look different. They’re for punks, “inventors, mavericks, free-thinkers”, says the British brand. Now Dr Martens has teamed up with Bonpoint to create two exclusive pairs of its classic punk footwear in rather smaller sizes. Boys and girls can run amok in the patent leather high-tops or the equally sturdy burgundy lace-up shoes; they’ll grow out of them before they’re anywhere close to wearing them out. Exclusively available in Bonpoint boutiques (15 Sloane Street and 197 Westbourne Grove) and on bonpoint.com
Super Basso Sometimes it’s hard to say no to your little princess, especially when she’s swirling around the fitting room in what she is declaring the dress of her dreams. American designer Dennis Basso has just launched his European collection for ‘little ladies’ at Harrods and, with evening dresses from £2,500 upwards and fit for a pre-teen Disney star taking to the red carpet, these should only be worn for the most special of occasions. Colours range from pretty cornflower blue and smart navy teamed with white to the palest pink and lovely lilac with cream. She is bound to love the ostentatious ostrich feather effects while Mummy may prefer the embroidered silk tulle skirts, satin embroidered sash belts and flower appliqués, all done by hand. The Dennis Basso childrenswear collection, Harrods
Review: What the Ladybird Heard Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len have a cunning plan to steal the prize cow but the quiet little ladybird unexpectedly saves the day. Based on the award-winning picture book by master of children’s literature Julia Donaldson and illustrator Lydia Monks, this colourful farmyard adventure came to life on stage recently in a delightful musical performance that was toe-tapping fun for the whole family. To find out more about what’s coming up on Cadogan Hall (where more than 300 concerts and events are held annually), visit cadoganhall.com or contact the box office on 020 7730 4500.
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ONE OF THE THINGS I love about Cashmirino is that founder Maria Busquets refuses to use child models in her campaigns; all the kids featured are just that – normal (and adorable) kids. The A/W collection, as you’d expect from a company that specialises in cashmere, features a gloriously cosy and cute range of items for little ones who don’t like being cold: the ash-grey smock dress with woollen tights and matching hat is as pretty as it is practical, and the pale pink beaded cardigan would make a lovely gift for granddaughters and god-daughters. Young gentlemen accustomed to tearing around with little or no regard for their attire will fare well in blue and white check jumpers (elbow patches in grey for extra longevity) and soft, striped zip-up hoodies. Indeed, speaking to Maria confirms what I already suspected; that a key element of her designs is comfort. She launched her company the same year her second daughter Monica was born, in 2000; she has another daughter, Sofia, and a son, Nicola. All are beautiful (I ask to see a photo) and Maria says that they have inspired her as the collections have developed, especially at the start. “The children helped me to understand their taste. It’s so important to buy what the children like, not what their mothers like. Don’t dress them like grown-ups! They have to feel comfortable. Give colours to children; how many children would choose black? They like to be colourful; they like to be happy.” Cashmirino products are made from the finest materials; Maria goes to Mongolia twice a year to check that her cashmere-based designs are being executed to the exact specification provided. It’s hard to imagine the glamorous
Annabel Harrison meets Maria Busquets, the founder of Cashmirino, as the brand’s charming (and cosy) A/W14 collection comes into store
lady sitting before me in the fields of Mongolia, meeting the very goats that provide the cashmere for her products but she is extremely enthusiastic about it. “You have to do something unique and find your niche. So we work with very high quality materials – not only cashmere but other fabrics too. We don’t try to copy anyone else. You have to put love into your work and be really proud of what you do, which I am.” The Burlington Arcade is home to Cashmirino’s London boutique which suits the brand well because it’s “cosy and artisan with a great mix of stores”. Maria smiles as she points out that the shop has lots of male customers: “They are so cute and enthusiastic, choosing outfits for their little girls!” They can also pick out items for their sons and a matching version for themselves, as well as cashmere year round, and smock dresses and little summer pullovers. I can’t help but think of the Maria in The Sound of Music, adamant that the Von Trapp children shouldn’t be dressed as adults but in outfits they can comfortably play in; this Maria seems to be cut from exactly the same cloth. Cashmirino 31 Burlington Arcade cashmirino.com
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Crossed Fingers NARS has been creating the make-up looks for Phillip Lim’s catwalk shows since 2007 but this autumn sees the first product collaboration between the beauty brand and the fashion designer. Together they have launched a limited edition nail polish collection, which has been inspired by the “colours that exist in the shadows”. Encompassing rich jewel tones such as blue denim and black sea green alongside neutrals including angora, champagne and graphite, each shade perfectly complements Lim’s A/W14 collection. £15 each, exclusive to NARS boutiques; narscosmetics.co.uk
Smooth as Silk Some foundations can leave your skin feeling trapped and unable to breathe, which inevitably results in clogged pores. Taking its cue from lingerie, Guerlain’s new Lingerie de Peau compact foundation is the first of its kind to combine Bio-Fusion MicroMesh with natural polymers (extracted from silk and linen fibres). The unique formula provides an elastic stretch which embraces the contours of the face and gives radiant, long-lasting coverage, while also allowing skin to breathe. Lingerie de Peau, £41, available in 12 shades from 3 September guerlain.com
Golden Touch In partnership with P&G Prestige, Dolce & Gabbana has created its own Skincare collection featuring a pioneering new active complex – the Gold Flavo-Silk Tricomplex. The core ingredient, infused with Gold Silk Sericin extracted from a golden cocoon, promises to deliver even tone, smooth texture and plumped skin. Italian olive oil has also been incorporated to strengthen the skin’s top layers, along with Vitamin B3 to increase moisture. These three ingredients are all present in the brand’s Aurealux range, comprising a cream, mask, serum, brightening lotion and eye gel. This line sits alongside Essential, which comes complete with seven cleansing and prepping options for everyday use. Dolce & Gabbana Skincare Collection, exclusive to Harrods, harrods.com
Catch the Drift At the launch of Jo Malone’s new cologne, Wood Sage & Sea Salt, its headquarters were transformed into an English coastal escape, with a rowing boat, the soothing sounds of crashing waves and seagulls and images from the new campaign shot in Northumberland by fashion photographer Tim Walker. Rather than looking abroad to the sun-drenched beaches of the Mediterranean or Caribbean, master perfumer Christine Nagel instead found inspiration for her new scent on a visit to Cornwall. With its salty notes and woody earthiness of sage, the unisex fragrance channels the scent of the crashing waves and rugged cliffs of the English Coast. Wood, Sage & Sea Salt cologne, £82 for 100ml Available from September; jomalone.com
On the Scent Perfume connoisseurs will be delighted to hear that Harrods will be expanding its perfume offering this month with an entire floor dedicated to the world’s finest and rarest scents. The sixth floor Salons de Parfums will include leading brands in the world of perfumery, including Chanel, Dior, Roja Dove, Bond No. 9 and Clive Christian, and these will sit alongside an exclusive bespoke perfume creation and personalisation services for a truly immersive fragrance experience. Salon de Parfums, Harrods’ Sixth Floor harrods.com
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From the Sole When Christian Louboutin announced he would be making his debut into beauty, those of us who already knew how he came to create his iconic red sole were able to guess his chosen product. Twenty years ago, the designer discovered his trademark when designing a prototype for a new shoe; unhappy with the finished result, he spotted his assistant painting her nails red and had a flash of inspiration. Now Louboutin wishes to “give back to nails what the shoe took from the nails many years ago” by creating a glossy, long-lasting and chip-resistant nail lacquer in the same shade, priced at £36. The lacquer is housed in a faceted glass bottle featuring a dramatic ‘high heel’ lid which measures the same height as the designer’s Ballerina Ultima shoes, created in partnership with David Lynch. And it doesn’t stop there. This September, the range will expand to include 30 new nail polishes.
When we are happy, stressed or depressed, our emotions show on our face. But did you know the same goes for our internal problems? This is the belief of Chiara Vania and her father Michele, who together have launched pioneering new skincare brand Kita, based on the ancient Oriental philosophy of the Five Elements. Founded on the natural circle of life, this philosophy dictates that everyone belongs to one dominant element – Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water – which are defined by certain characteristics and sensitivities and correspond to different parts of the body so when imbalanced, your skin suffers. Kita’s first launch is a Moisturising Serum Complex arriving in five SKUs, with each one having been designed to balance one of the Five Elements. Find out your element (calculated using your birthplace and gender) by visiting the website now. Moisturising Serum Complex, £95 kitaworld.com
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Fall Out September sees the release of the latest A/W14 beauty and skincare products 1.
For A/W14, Elizabeth Arden has released a limited edition Untold Colour collection. Whether you want a matte or shimmering finish, vibrant or neutral shades, the latest range, encompassing an eye shadow quad, luminous lip glosses, eyebrow pencils and eyeliner, caters for all. Untold Colour Collection, £17-£26, elizabetharden.com
2. ‘L’ is for the way you smell tonight. Clive Christian’s new scent is the last instalment of the fragrance trilogy which also includes ‘C’ and ‘V’; this stands for ‘Love’. A duo for men and women, the women’s perfume features romantic notes of damask rose and jasmine. ‘L’ by Clive Christian, £225 for 50ml Available at Harrods from 17 August, harrods.com 3. With an incredible 12,000 person waiting list, it may take you a while to get your hands on Yves Saint Laurent’s new Fusion Foundation but it will be well worth the wait. Using NASA-inspired technology, the foundation has 24-hour staying power and delivers a truly matte finish. Fusion Foundation, £30.50, Yves Saint Laurent, ysl.co.uk 4. For the first time, Liz Earle has infused its awardwinning Superskin Moisturiser with a powerful blend of botanicals, including natural neroli, lavandin, chamomile and pomegranate flower extract, which work to plump, smooth and moisturise mature or very dry skin. #Slow the ticking. Available from September. Superskin Moisturiser with natural neroli, £39 for 50ml, Liz Earle, lizearle.com 5. Developing its Le Lift anti-ageing skincare range launched last year, Chanel is releasing two more products; Le Lift serum and Le Lift eye cream. Le Lift Crème Yeux has been formulated to target the most sensitive area of the face, whether it’s dark circles, wrinkles or puffiness. Available from 5 September. Le Lift Crème Yeux, £63 for 15ml, Chanel, chanel.com
6. Alexander Vreeland has paid tribute to his grandmother Diana Vreeland with the launch of five fragrances which have been inspired by the former editor-in-chief of Vogue. Each scent has a name which has been created using quotes from Mrs Vreeland and the colour palette reflects her love of combining different colours. Available from 21 August. £180 for 100ml, exclusive to Selfridges; selfridges.com
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Snake Bite Originally conceived 50 years ago, today’s updated Daytona Cobra Coupé still has the ability to shock, says Matthew Carter The peace and quiet of this sleepy corner of West Sussex is about to be shattered. I ease myself into the functional – actually, make that stark – cockpit of the beast, switch on the ignition then scrabble about for a few moments to find the starter control in amongst a bank of 11 identical toggle switches. Once located, I flick the switch and all hell breaks loose. The 6.2-litre V8 spits into life, clearing its throat via a pair of vast exhaust pipes that exit underneath the doors. The initial bark reduces to a low rumble as the engine warms up but the local wildlife has already taken fright, birds scattering the second it fired up. And now it’s time to frighten a few fellow road users. I don’t mean to do that by ragging it around the local bends or driving too fast for the conditions. There’s no need; its looks alone are enough to intimidate everyone else on the road. This is not a car to drive if you want to remain below the radar. If it looks like a racecar that’s made a bid for freedom, that’s because it is. Sort of. It’s a Shelby Daytona Cobra Coupé, built in 2014 but closely based on an extremely rare Le Mans racer from the early 1960s. Fifty years ago, American racing legend Carroll Shelby had taken a lithe British sports car, the AC Ace, shoehorned a big Ford V8 engine under the bonnet and then fed it steroids to create the AC Cobra. The Cobra
became a hugely successful GT racing car, but a far from aerodynamic shape and, especially, an open cockpit meant it was at a huge disadvantage at somewhere like Le Mans. At the end of the flat-out three-mile long Mulsanne Straight it was 30mph down on cars like the closed Ferrari 250 GTO. The solution was to give the Cobra a roof. Created by young designer Peter Brock, the resulting Daytona Cobra Coupé featured wind-cheating bodywork and an abrupt, aerodynamically efficient Kamm tail that helped it reach a top speed of more than 190mph. Named after the American Daytona 24 hour race, just six Cobra Coupés were made between 1964 and 1965. And they were pretty successful, winning their class at Le Mans and at other significant GT races as well as claiming the 1965 World GT title. Today, those cars are either in museums or private collections, and they’re pretty valuable: one was sold at auction in 2009 for £4.3 million. You won’t often see them out on the road or racetrack, in other words. Fast forward a few decades and the Hi-Tech Automotive Company decided to build a replica and even got Peter Brock to update the design. The result was the Superformance Brock Coupé and it immediately won a writ from the famously litigious Carroll Shelby for copyright infringement,
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passing off and anything else he could think of. But while many makers of AC Cobra replicas have been forced to think again after getting a letter from Shelby’s legal team, the Superformance story has a happy ending. This time, though, Shelby had a close look at one of the South African-built cars before fully cranking up legal action. He was so impressed by its quality and the way Brock’s updates were in tune with the 21st century yet didn’t lose the raw appeal of the original, that he granted the company a licence to call them Shelbys, and they even have ‘proper’ CSX9000 series chassis numbers. At around this point, British businessman and successful championship winning ‘gentleman’ racer Nigel Hulme enters the story. A past owner of one of the most famous Cobras of all – known by its registration plate 39 PH – Hulme happened across the Superformance Daytona. He fell in love with its looks and specification and quickly secured a deal to be the UK importer and representative for the car through
The initial bark reduces to a low rumble as the engine warms up but the local wildlife has already taken fright his company Le Mans Coupés Ltd, which also imports replica Ford GT40s built by Hi-Tech. And this is what he’s selling. With prices starting at around £120,000, you are getting an extraordinarily rare beast that evokes the spirit of the original racer, but which is tamed for today’s crowded roads. But not tamed that much. Yes, it has creature comforts such as air conditioning, electric windows, a leather and alcantara interior and even a radio (plus sufficient sound deadening so that you can hear it), but to drive it remains a raw, visceral experience. His white demonstrator is the ‘baby’ of the range. Powered by a 6.2-litre V8 from General Motors (as used in the Chevrolet Corvette) it has 425hp. But those with deep pockets and big boll… er, confidence in their ability behind the wheel can opt for more powerful units, including a supercharged V8 delivering more than 650hp. The original Daytona borrowed its chassis from the Cobra which was considered old fashioned even then. The update has fully independent suspension front and rear with coil springing rather than the cart springs of the original. The chassis has been stiffened for improved handling with revised geometry to permit the fitment of traditional and better looking deep-dish wheels.
It is also a little longer and taller than the original to provide more interior space, while there’s a little more side glass for improved visibility. I find that it’s also surprisingly practical, with a large boot nestling behind that huge rear window. On the road, though, it’s not about practicality. Yes, you can trickle happily through traffic, but what you really need are an open road, quick reactions, a strong left leg to operate the competition clutch and an equally positive grip on the curiously angled gear lever. Not that you need to change gear too often, such is the engine’s pulling power; put it this way, jam your foot down as you join the top of a slip road and you’ll be breaking the law long before you hit the motorway itself. Quick? Oh yes… how does a sub-four second time for the 0-60mph sprint and more than 200mph max. sound? Naturally, the noise is just glorious. Want to know more about its fuel consumption or exhaust emissions? Sorry, you’re reading the wrong road test. With neither traction aids nor even ABS, and not to mention an excess of power over grip, the Daytona Coupé needs to be handled with respect. But that just adds to the fun. Its best trick is undoubtedly the way it turns heads. So rare is the original that only a handful of people will know what it is you’re driving, but those who don’t will still realise that the Daytona is something very special indeed.
IN BRIEF Car: Shelby Daytona Cobra Coupé Mk II Price: from £120,000 Engine: Front-mounted, 6,162cc, V8 petrol Power: 425hp Performance: 200+mph, 0-60mph in 3.9 seconds Drive: Rear-wheel drive, six-speed manual superformanceuk.com
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Couture Culture If you’re captivated by the Horst P. Horst retrospective at the V&A (as featured in this issue on p. 14), take a look at the exquisite work of French-German photographer Cathleen Naundorf. She met Horst in the early 90s and he became both a mentor and a friend, inspiring her to move into fashion photography; in 1997 she began to shoot Paris runway shows backstage for Condé Nast and from 2005 to 2011, she worked on a series called Un Rêve de Mode, with six couture houses, including Chanel, Lacroix, Dior and Valentino. She was given access to gowns from their archives for her elaborate, theatrical shoots and the results can be seen in Haute Couture: The Polaroids of Cathleen Naundorf or through London’s Hamilton Gallery. cathleennaundorf.com / hamiltonsgallery.com
The last sitting III by Cathleen Naundorf. Designer: Elie Saab - Haute Couture, Winter 2011 - no. 11 - Grand Palais, Paris Color-print from original polaroid - 14.09.2011 - Julia Oleynick / Nathalie Model Agency Photography: Cathleen Naundorf
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THE WORLD By tabithah rahman
Turkish Delight
Window Shopping
After exploring the hustle and bustle of Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, retreat to the city’s newest addition, Raffles Istanbul. The establishment overlooking the Bosphorus, the Princess Islands and the historic peninsula is set to be the “new face of Istanbul”, located in the heart of the Zorlu Center, a thriving hub for fashion, food and the arts. The sleek interior incorporates specially commissioned works by local artists and the hotel even has its own Art Concierge to guide guests through the city’s fascinating art scene. For those of you who are more interested in opening your purses than perusing artworks, Raffles Istanbul, ideally situated amongst designer shops and one-of-a-kind boutiques, also offers guests a personalised shopping and styling service.
Teaming up with luxury online boutique platform 9streetsonline, the Dylan Amsterdam Hotel is taking room service to a whole new level with its personalised Room Shopping package. Via interactive screens, guests can shop for everything they need without having to leave the comfort of their room, from cocktail dresses to favourite beauty products, and items are guaranteed to be delivered within the hour. Situated on the Keizersgracht canal, this charming 17th century hotel is nestled between luxury boutique districts and landmark museums, including the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum and The Hermitage. Once you’re done soaking up the culture and picturesque canals, return to the hotel for its own unique version of High Tea: High Wine.
Accepting reservations from 1 September raffles.com
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Sky High Absorb the tranquillity of the Indian Ocean’s southern coastline at Sri Lanka’s newest hotel, Cape Weligama. Perched on a mountain top, the resort boasts a string of villas and suites within stone-encased Watts (gardens) and Walauwas (mansions), each with a spectacular panoramic view of the sunset and the ocean depths below. For the avid traveller, Cape Weligama is ripe with variety, offering a balance between relaxation and adventure. Whether you prefer star-gazing from a crescent-shaped infinity moon pool or snorkelling in the aquamarine ocean, the world’s your oyster. capeweligama.com
Club Cavalli Fashion designer Roberto Cavalli has created his own Italian haven in the exclusive Ibiza Marina with the opening of his open-air restaurant. The new hotspot for celebrities and fashionistas, Cavalli Ibiza Restaurant & Lounge merges fashion, food and design in the hedonistic setting of the party-loving Mediterranean island. Lounge in the tropical garden amid animal print cushions and floral-themed tablecloths courtesy of the Roberto Cavalli Home collection and indulge in a selection of traditional Italian dishes. Enjoy a Tuscan infusion, complemented by Tenuta Degli Dei red wine; a concoction brewed in the Cavalli family’s Tuscan winery. Branded vodka-based cocktails are also a must-have for all-night party goers. ibiza.cavalliclub.com
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Electric Annabel Harrison visits Japan for the first time, finding Tokyo utterly intoxicating but the Mandarin Oriental’s culinary scene so magnificent that leaving the hotel is quite a challenge
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“Eccentric, bizarre, deeply conventional and completely unconventional, Tokyo is a brainblast of culture shock and delightful discovery.” The opening gambit of the Luxe: Tokyo city guide turns out to be accurate; after a four-day, whistle-stop, Japanese ‘brainblast’, I quite agree. This sprawling, high-rise, colourful 21st century city is a mass of contradictions. Tokyo may have more than a dozen Michelin-starred restaurants and what Luxe terms “a grandslam dining scene” but plastic food is everywhere; on gimmicky iPhone cases (one featuring oversized spring onions – really), at stands selling everything from crêpes to crabs, and even outside restaurants far too nice to need to peddle their wares in such a tacky way (to a Westerner’s eyes). The fashion scene is just as polarised; in one morning, I pass women in beautifully understated, traditional kimonos and others of indeterminate age (12? 21?) in what I can only describe as full-on, cartoon-esque Harajuku-girl attire. It’s not just on the other side of the world. Japan feels like another world to me, used as I am to travelling predominantly in Europe, and it’s bonkers-brilliant. I love being bewildered by signs with incomprehensible symbols. I love the fact that women really do carry parasols to protect themselves from the sun and that Japanese teenagers are trustworthy enough for vending machines to sell beer. Tokyo is home to millions more people than London and during my stay, I figure that harmonious living is surely helped by the fact that the Japanese are not only respectful of rules, both spoken and unspoken, but they are also exceptionally polite. The Mandarin Oriental’s delightful assistant PR manager Gen embodies this attitude and he is a wonderful guide, welcoming us warmly when we arrive. It’s going to be an amazing city for the 2020 Olympics, I think to myself, as we are driven from Haneda airport after our 12-hour flight from London, quizzing Gen on city landmarks. Morning rush hour is kicking in but thanks to a spaghetti network of roads, just half an hour later we pull up under the Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower, home to the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo since 2005 when it opened its doors or, rather more accurately, its super-speedy lifts; the hotel is located between the 30th and 38th floors. Gen (who is as friendly as every member of staff I encounter) explains that the hotel’s design is intended to reflect the structure of a tree; so the sleek, Japanese-style lobby on the ground floor (which is called 1F in Japan, not GF) is dark and smart, with muted reds to represent power and the 178 bedrooms and suites, with their natural fabrics and colours, are the leaves in autumn, while the Spa is summer. The main lobby and restaurants are on floor 38 and the restaurants, bar and spa on 37; it takes a while to get used to the lift going down to your room rather than up but the factor common to every space in the hotel
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is an exceptional, panoramic view of Toyko. My bedroom is certainly the definition of a room with a view. I’m facing west on floor 35, which provides me with, on the sunny, clear days, a spectacular view of the imposing, snow-capped Mount Fuji, separated from me by 90 miles of metropolis. My bedroom has everything I’d expect from a five-star room (tea station, fast Wi-Fi, lovely stationery, huge bath, fluffy bedding) and added bonuses I wouldn’t (an unusually well stocked toiletries drawer, yoga mat and binoculars). It’s very chic, in chocolate brown, neutral beige and tan, and I like the wooden blinds that give the bathroom privacy. I am particularly pleased
Tokyo is easy to explore on foot; wander through Omotesando, Harajuku and funky Shibuya by the effectiveness of the black-out blinds and curtains, critical when fighting jet lag (it’s an eight hour time difference) and needing to trick your body clock. After an Italianate lunch at all-day dining destination K’shiki (which also houses the second of the hotel’s ten ‘Art of Dining’ components – the Pizza Bar) we’re taken on a guided tour of Nihonbashi, which takes its name from the nearby Bridge of Japan. It has been a commercially prosperous area since the first Tokugawa Shogun, Ieyasu Tokugawa, set up his capital (Edo) in 1590, later to be renamed Tokyo when the shogunate came to an end. Ieyasu built this landmark bridge in 1603 and declared it to be the point of origin for Japan’s five main roads. I’m astounded to learn from Gen that the city is considering removing a big, rather ugly flyover here before the Olympics to restore this heritage site to its former glory, at a surely enormous cost.
Nihonbashi is home to shops dating back to the 17th century that sell Japanese fans, sweets and paper products. If you’re impressed by these, head to the Japanese Paper Speciality Shop & Museum in Ozu Washi, incredibly, in situ since 1653; you’ll find beautiful note cards and origami, as well as an astoundingly realistic paper display of flowers. We wander around a chopstick shop, equally agog; it’s like Ollivander’s in Harry Potter. The most expensive pair is 1m yen (nearly £6,000). Continuing our Japanese education, our first traditional activity is a tea ceremony at The Koomon. We are full after a lavish hotel buffet breakfast (of eggs any way, fresh bread and pastries, juicy fresh fruit and Japanese dumplings; I love the banana bread and super crispy bacon) so sit quietly, awaiting instruction. “From the UK? We share the tea culture!” our hosts exclaim, smiling. The technique has been perfected over 500 years and the four pillars of the ceremony are purity, harmony, respect and tranquility. It’s very serious and taken very seriously. Bowing is key. We also do an incense ceremony at Kogado – incense arrived in the country from China, along with Buddhism – and our ‘game’, as our hosts term it, is about irises because they’re blooming in May (I get the feeling a lot of Japanese culture would be thrown out of kilter if global warming takes hold of our planet any more fiercely). Off we go again, to get purposely lost; one of many great things about Tokyo is how easy it is to explore on foot. A particularly fun area to wander through is home to the Omotesando, Harajuku and Shibuya districts. Omotesando has a young, funky and expensive vibe and feels like Bond Street crossed with Marylebone in places; Prada lords over a street corner, flanked by Cartier, Valentino, Kate Spade and Theory. I love Cat Street, with shop names that wouldn’t be out of place in Shoreditch: Too Cool for School, Jeanasis, Go-getter, Cannabis.
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Kiddy Land in Omotesando is a culture shock: there are five floors of colourful products – dominated by the beloved Hello Kitty, 40 this year – and hardly a child in sight; incredibly, it’s full of adults. Loft in Shibuya is an emporium to all things non-essential and super-kitsch; scrapbook decorations, fish hats, bizarre fancy dress, lunch boxes in every colour of the rainbow with bizarre English phrases and devices for exercising your face. Food is just as important as shopping, if not more so, as shown by lengthy queues snaking down streets and out of numerous foodie haunts. Gen tells us that the current food craze is hotcakes, hence the massive queue leading to Hawaiian breakfast spot Eggs ‘n’ Things in buzzing Harajuku, and gourmet popcorn (KuKuRuZa is best for this). Apparently French toast is the next big thing and Tokyo loves Kit-Kats (because it sounds like kitto katsu which means ‘you will surely win’) so much that the brand has opened a Kit-Kat Chocolatory. I think I’d rather visit this than the Tsukiji Fish Market again; it’s definitely worth going once, even if the pungent fish smell and sense of jeopardy created by the little dodgemlike motorised trolleys zooming around everywhere are off-putting. It’s the biggest wholesale fish and seafood market in the world and also one of the largest wholesale food markets of any kind; 2,000 tons of fish are sold per day and it’s a mesmerising, overwhelming rabbit warren of every kind of seafood imaginable, serious-faced traders and giant slabs of frozen tuna being carved with saws. Our supper at the hotel’s Sushi SORA (sky in Japanese) is all the more impressive, having seen where the fish is sourced from only that morning. It can fit just
a group of eight or smaller groups, and two sittings per evening, so you’ll need to book ahead. Essentially, if you like raw fish and top quality sushi, this will be heaven; expert chefs prepare the freshest of fish – bonito, tuna, prawn, eel and white fish – and present it with freshly ground wasabi, piles of ginger and tiny splashes of soy sauce. The raw fish devotees in our group swear they’ll never eat high street sushi again and we agree that apart from the view, the hotel’s most outstanding feature is the food. In fact, it’s one of Japan’s outstanding features; UNESCO registered traditional Japanese cuisine (washoku) on its Intangible Cultural Heritage list last year. The Mandarin Oriental is the only hotel in Tokyo with two Michelin stars, held by Signature and Sense. I must point out here that I could have dedicated this whole article to describing the hotel’s dining at length; I’ll try to be brief but please take it as read that its food is the most exceptional offering of any hotel I’ve stayed at. The French cuisine at Signature is an experience amplified by amazing views and I recommend the fresh pea soup with quail egg followed by Japanese beef so mouth-wateringly tender I can cut it with a fork, and chocolate soufflé. Excitingly, Noma is taking over Signature next year (9-31 January). Next to it is Sense, with eye-catching pops of pink décor, which does beautifully presented Cantonese food. It’s the best dim sum I’ve ever had. Go for supper so you can luxuriate over it; my only regret is that my visit is just before a spa appointment and I am longing to devour more dim sum. Having said that, the spa is well worth leaving lunch for, it turns out. The pre-treatment facilities are
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excellent, not least because you can bask in the vitality pools or the sauna with the incredible view stretching miles ahead of you. My Kiatsu treatment, a “Japanese shiatsu-inspired massage” and bespoke to the hotel, is expensive (between £255 and £265 depending on the day of the week) but it’s 110 minutes of bliss. I’m given lemon yellow, soft, lightweight Japanese pyjamas and my amazing therapist Miho stretches and presses and pushes and pulls me until I feel elongated and tension-free. The combination of dim sum and Kiatsu is a soporific one; I fall into a deep, relaxed afternoon nap in my cool, comfortable bedroom. When I wake, it is of course time for another meal; afternoon tea in the Oriental Lounge. It’s no surprise this is done so prettily, given that the nation loves precision and small, delicate things; savoury tarts, tiny sandwiches and little blinis are followed by sweet treats including pale pink macaroons (which you can buy on the ground floor at the Gourmet Shop) and scones with cream and jam. Vanilla royal milk tea is served in gorgeously traditional teacups. Within the lounge is where the most magical gastronomy takes place, at Tapas Molecular. The meal costs about £100 per person, plus wine and service, but chef Ping serves up course after course (17 of them) with such flair and creative presentation that my delight is, according to my dining companions, audible throughout the meal! The Bloody Mary ‘aperitif’ is served in a cube, on an ice cube, and ‘Snacks’ include exquisitely pretty
crystal ravioli and apple caviar dispensed by test tube. Some of the ‘Degustation’ dishes are rather obliquely named – Spring Landscape, Crest of a Wave – but the Porcini Mushroom Cappuccino in a tiny beer mug is self-explanatory, and delicious, despite the fact I don’t normally like coffee. The Lamb, Straw is bizarre but brilliant; an exploding mouthful of juices within a chunk of meat. Desserts are named ‘Cherry Garden’ and include the miracle berry; I won’t give away the surprise. My advice if you’re heading to Tokyo for the first time? Visit in spring when the blossoms are at their most ravishing. Try Tapas Molecular (at least once). Don’t wave your chopsticks around and don’t tip. Be brave both in terms of menu choices and taking the subway. I guarantee a travel experience unlike any other.
MORE INFORMATION Rates at Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo start from approximately £274 per night on a B&B basis (mandarinoriental.com/tokyo; +81 (3) 3270 8800). British Airways offers a daily service from Heathrow to Tokyo Haneda seven times a week. Fares from £839.35 return including taxes/fees/carrier charges (ba.com/haneda; 0844 493 0787)
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Pearl of the Indian
Ocea Katherine Levy explores awe-inspiring ancient temples, sprawling tea plantations, verdant jungles and beaches in her tour of Sri Lanka, declared by Marco Polo “the finest island of its size in all the world�
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From our base we plan a day trip to the nearby Dambulla cave temples, where gold Buddha statues stand in front of painted cave walls, and the famous Sigirya Rock. Set within beautiful ancient gardens, this UNESCO World Heritage site is many things: geologically, it is a majestic solidified magma rock thrusting 600 feet above the flat plains that surround it; historically it is thought to date back to the Sinhalese kingdom of the fifth century; and spiritually it was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century, making it a site of pilgrimage for saffron-robed monks today. Visit early; by the time you complete the ascent to contemplate awe-inspiring views of surrounding lakes and jungle stretching to the horizon, the midday sun will have the upper hand. On the way back to the Heritance Kandalama our driver stops at a fruit stall for refreshments (the only way to travel in Sri Lanka is by chauffeur – buses are somewhat of a death wish). The lady who runs the stall hacks off the top of a King coconut and gives us straws to lap up the sweet juice, whilst proffering small, sugary bananas to snack on.
Sri Lanka is the world’s fourth largest tea producer; the colonial British identified the perfect tea-growing climate By the time we return to the hotel I’m ready to relinquish my weary limbs to a skilled masseuse in its sublime Six Senses Spa. That evening I sleep deeply. Our next home for three nights on the ancient cities circuit is a heavenly resort. Nestled within 58 acres of lush land bordering two ancient reservoirs, Ulagalla is as much a nature reserve as it is a luxury retreat. Guests stay in one of 20 chalets scattered around the expansive grounds, complete with private plunge pool and decking area which provide the ultimate privacy. Complimentary bicycles are useful for exploring the grounds and visiting the nearby ancient city of Anuradhapura. We cycle to the main house from our chalet, taking in the ponds, paddy fields, butterflies and storks, before settling down to a banquet of Sri Lankan curry for dinner. After the ancient cities, it is time for the cooler, more verdant hills in the south central part of the island. First up is Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka and a city that hugs a lake, featuring the Temple of the Sacred Tooth which houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a supposed tooth of the Buddha. We stay in the utterly quaint and peaceful Kandy House, a beautifully restored manor house in the hills with a pool landscaped into a jungle garden and a honeymoon suite that really is
fit for newlyweds, with a stone Jacuzzi centrepiece. Next we receive a thorough education in Sri Lanka’s most famous export: tea. The country is the world’s fourth largest producer, despite only being slightly bigger than the States’ West Virginia; the colonial British identified the perfect tea-growing climate afforded by the hill country here in the mid19th century. There are a number of bungalows or tea properties that provide a good base for visiting this region and you can also visit the Heritance Tea Factory in Nuwara Eliya for a guided tour of the plant. After tea country we travel the breathtaking route of the old railway from Ella to Haputale, rattling through the bright green hills on a golden afternoon. Remember to book first-class tickets in advance; second-class will leave you fighting for standing space. Further south is Udawalawe National Park where we see magnificent elephants up close on safari, though they say that the Yala National Park boasts the most elusive of safari
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must-sees, the leopard, so it’s worth the extra journey east. We end our coastal exploration with an unforgettable trip to the 17th century Dutch fort of Galle. Amangalla is a colonial house built in 1684 for the Dutch governor and is now a luxury boutique hotel, set within the stunning ramparts of Galle. As we enter the grand hall we’re met by hotel staff in pristine white uniforms and led across the Burmese teak floor, polished to perfection. The main hall is filled with antique Dutch furniture and opulent chandeliers. This is where high tea is served in the afternoon, and G&Ts and the local specialty, coconut arrack sours, are served before dinner. If you opt for a room on the top floor, Amangalla has rooftop views of colonial buildings and winding cobbled back streets with the fort and the sea in the distance. Our daily ritual soon becomes throwing on a fluffy white robe and pottering downstairs to the garden pool – a silent green oasis landscaped beneath a row of ancient trees, with capacious day beds in the shade. Following each dip a butler appears with iced coconut water and lime and basil sorbet then just as silently slips into the shadows. The food at Amangalla is superb; after some lengths in the pool I devour a coconut poached organic chicken salad whilst my partner opts for a papaya curry with garlic prawns, chilli and lime. For our final Sri Lankan stop, we decide to be incredibly lazy and flop on the beach at Amangalla’s sister resort Amanwella on the south coast, which is just divine. It seems only fitting to end one’s journey of the Indian Ocean’s pearl with cherry coloured sunsets and our toes in the sand. From £3,430 per person based on two people sharing, including breakfast, international flights, airport taxes and all private transfers (abercrombiekent.co.uk / 0845 485 1142)
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One of the newest additions to London’s skyline is now home to Western Europe’s highest hotel. Annabel Harrison visits Shangri-La at The Shard to see if its Orient-inspired offering and panoramic views are as spectacular as you’d expect
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WHAT IS IT about being high up that thrills so many adults? Adrenaline junkies can get their fix sky-diving over Hawaii, bungee-jumping into Victoria Falls or (a less physically demanding option) taking a helicopter from Monaco to Nice or over the snowy peaks of Verbier. Staying in a high-up hotel is a relatively rare experience and as a visitor to a city it’s a great way of getting to grips with its layout and iconic landmarks. Dubai boasts the king of these, the staggeringly tall Burj Khalifa. Having a drink on the 123rd floor was quite incredible; I was surrounded by towers that would be titans in London but in Dubai are dwarfed by the Burj, watching the lit-up fountains below twinkling in Dubai’s perma-bright night. London’s equivalent may not be nearly as close to scraping the sky (critics would have had a field day if permission had been given for a Shard three times its size) but it still packs quite a punch, at 309.6 metres (1,016 feet). The moment my friend and I are left alone in our room is when childlike excitement kicks in and I find myself glued to the expansive, floor-to-ceiling windows. To the right (and it’s a sheer drop; those with a phobia of heights, steer clear) there is a chopstickjunction of railway tracks, toy-like trains chugging soundlessly in and out of London Bridge station. The sense of peace and quiet is calming; something you’d never experience 41 floors down, jostling, hot, among thousands of commuters, amid a hubbub of noise. My favourite thing about the view is seeing how the disparate architectural styles of London from across the centuries sit shoulder to shoulder, each impressive in its own way. The City’s cluster of glass giants looms directly ahead, the masculine, bold Walkie-Talkie and Gherkin squaring up to each other, as if fighting for my attention (I wish the TV could sink into its unit; it’s in the way). In the distance One Canada Square blinks, its tallest building in London badge taken by the Shard but holding its own as the beacon of the thriving east. St Paul’s is on the left, majestic in its old age and not cowed by the contemporary behemoths springing up around it. Cranes speckle the skyline, evidence of a city that won’t sit still; use the binoculars provided to scout out London’s less obvious treasures. I have been able to see The Shard itself from my bedroom window for the past five years as it stretched upwards, its 11,000 individual glazed panels refracting the sun in the evening light. Designed by Renzo Piano, the tower is “generous at the bottom and narrow at the top, disappearing in the air like a 16th century pinnacle or the mast top of a very tall ship”. This glass and steel spire, levels 75-95, was made in a factory in Yorkshire, taken to pieces and reassembled on site. The highest level visitors can access, though, is 72, home to the viewing gallery at 244 metres, with views 35 miles in any one direction.
If you do bother to gaze inward rather than out, though, the 202 rooms and suites, if my Iconic City View is anything to go by, are lovely. The design isn’t loud or radical: Asian influences come across subtly and press releases mention a “soothing colour scheme and mood lighting… guest rooms are infused with cosy tranquillity”; I do feel tranquil. The weather is urban-grey but it creates a moody atmosphere which makes me happy to be cosy inside. The bed is enormous and heavenly soft, the air-con isn’t as fierce as I’d feared and the blinds are remarkable; despite the quantity of windows in the room, they render it so dark when we sleep that we blink for a good few minutes when we let the light in again. Although you’ll be tempted to stay in your room, you’ll want to eat here. For treats and tea, stop by LÁNG, the hotel’s artisan deli on the ground floor. GONG on level 52, where we sample cocktails traditional (Bellini) and bespoke (Bermondsey Bubbles), is hailed as the highest bar in Europe and its design was inspired by dou-gong, a structural element of interlocking wooden brackets that was used a great deal in traditional Chinese architecture. TING on level 35 is where most of your dining action will take place, with the views you’ve come to expect as standard (what a shock when we descend to ground level again). I like the Chinoiserie theme; traditional screens, oyster grey and gold hues, colourful accents, dark wood floors and lantern-inspired lighting. The average spend at supper is £55 per head for three courses (excluding wine) and we feast on the offering, which isn’t Chinese, as you might expect. My tuna is the best I’ve had in a long time, here and abroad, and my steak is chunky and beautifully cooked. My friend’s scallops and halibut are also highly praised. Take recommendations from the excellent sommelier Sophie who serves us some delightful wines, at which point I decide I could happily stay up here in the Shangri-La for significantly longer than a night. For those who are wondering, the hotel brand’s name is said to come from a fictional place described in Lost Horizon (1933) by British author James Hilton. It’s a mystical, harmonious valley, enclosed in the western end of the Kunlun Mountains, and Shangri-La has become synonymous with any earthly paradise, a permanently happy land, isolated from the outside world. I love our bustling, buzzing, beautiful city but taking a break from it, in it, above it, does indeed make me very happy. Room rates start from £450 per room per night. The hotel offers an exclusive Room with a View package from £530 per night, based on two adults sharing with breakfast and tickets to The View from The Shard. For reservations, email reservations.slln@shangri-la.com, call 020 7234 8088 or visit shangri-la.com/london
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On the Riviera Rivea, Alain Ducasse’s new restaurant at the Bulgari hotel, has received mixed reviews but I remain open-minded as I walk down the spiral staircase from the bar and into the dining room. The decor is rather on the eclectic side, featuring a blueand-white tiled floor reminiscent of a French bistro intermixed with glossy, wood-panelled walls and a glitzy beaded curtain. The restaurant is headed up by Ducasse’s protégé Damien Leroux, who has worked with the chef for ten years, and his professionalism and culinary expertise as demonstrated at Rivea is proof of his master’s ability to spawn genius. Following the current trend for tapas, the menu is divided into small plates of Mediterranean-inspired dishes and our obliging waitress recommends between four and five each to share, which is spot on. To start, my guest and I choose the warm octopus and potato salad, sea bass carpaccio, red mullet and buffalo mozzarella. Dishes appear as soon as they are ready from the kitchen but the impeccable staff has service down to a fine art to ensure we’re never rushed. The octopus arrives dressed with a drizzle of olive oil and served with perfectly cooked potatoes. Simple and elegant, Leroux has paid tribute to all of his classic ingredients and hasn’t tried to mask them with unnecessary, pretentious flavours. The buffalo mozzarella, for instance, is light and creamy, made even fresher by the addition of basil and courgette. The sea bass with pine nuts is full of delicate flavours, while the star dish, the red mullet, is beautifully cooked en escabeche with a light, crispy skin. Each starter is bite-sized so you’re left with plenty of room to enjoy the pasta course. Both the pappardelle with girolles, tomatoes and basil and the ravioli with aubergines and ricotta are as good as any pasta you’d get in Italy, cooked al dente and rich in flavour. The blue lobster main is the most expensive dish on the menu at £23 but well worth it for those lobster fans among you, although the John Dory gives it a run for its money, melting in the mouth with its soft, buttery texture. I recommend pairing the fish with any of the excellent meat dishes, including the tenderly seared beef fillet or the roasted duck. If you have room for dessert, opt for the delectable chocolate option or lemon shortbread served with a refreshing kick of Limoncello sorbet. Each course is paired with a different wine as recommended by the restaurant’s talented young sommelier, Sam Heathcote. While the overall setting for Rivea is informal, the prices match those of a high dining experience, ranging from £6 to £11 for a starter dish and £11 to £23 for a main, but when the food is as good as this, you don’t feel cheated when the bill finally arrives. Olivia Sharpe Rivea, Bulgari Hotel, 171 Knightsbridge, SW7; rivealondon.com
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Our New Favourite Local
Exactly two years ago, my fiancé and I had supper at 4 Sydney Street, then named Sette and owned by Frankie Dettori. We enjoyed it but our experience wasn’t particularly memorable. It reopened this July as Brasserie Gustave, named after the Eiffel Tower’s architect, and I can honestly say I haven’t had a more enjoyable supper in London this year. Jovial co-owner and general manager Richard Weiss not only made us laugh every time he came to our table but also gave us an extensive (and therefore tipsy) insight into his curated selection of 170 bottles of wine, from a reasonable £18. The waiters were all smiling as they served customers and the Friday night atmosphere was palpable. The food was fantastic too, evidence of head chef Laurence Glayzer’s ten years of experience at Michelin-starred restaurants in France. I’d recommend the refreshing chilled leek and potato soup starter, although my fiancé devoured the bone marrow with such enthusiasm that I feel you must try this if you’re partial to it. The main courses of poussin and onglet steak were both delicious and if you opt for steak tartare or whole sea bass, it will be finished and served by Richard from a trolley service next to your table. He also whipped up our Crêpe Suzettes in this fashion, with theatrical flair, and we shared these (tempted to lick the plate clean, I must admit), and the melting-middle fondant au chocolat. Richard, we’ll definitely be back. Annabel Harrison Brasserie Gustave, 4 Sydney Street, Chelsea, SW3 6PP 020 7352 1712; brasserie-gustave.com
Baku to its Roots We must confess: the K&C team had never tried Azerbaijani food before but we’re pleased to report that not only is it delicious but also that London’s only Azerbaijani restaurant can, conveniently, be found on Sloane Street. We’d recommend going straight into the restaurant; it might be buzzing on the weekend when the DJ is in residence but on a mid-week night we find the Spirit Level bar rather lacking in atmosphere. The menu is innovative and head chef Marvin has done a sterling job in introducing modern European trends to authentic Azerbaijani dishes. The set menu, £27 for three courses, is great for discovering the traditional cuisine. Scallops and quail, seasoned with Azerbaijani flavours and twists, are fantastic, as are the main courses of sea bass and chicken saj. Share desserts as we wager you’ll find it hard to choose between pineapple dolma and the delectable macaroons. Try Lebanese wine too; the Château Marsyas is lovely. Baku, 165 Sloane Street, SW1X 9QB bakulondon.com
The high holy event for meat lovers is just around the corner. Meatopia will run on 6 and 7 September, showcasing the best carnivorous culinary talent in both London and abroad. The event is a Who’s Who of meat, featuring some of our favourite local chefs, including Richard Turner of the Hawksmoor and Ross Clarke of Dirty Bones. Hungry visitors will be able to indulge in savoury smoked morsels, the best in barbeque offerings and even whole roasted beasts on spits. And if the aroma of grilled steak doesn’t get you salivating, there will also be hosted edible demos, DJ BBQ setting the mood and four bars serving up craft beers, aged spirits and pairing wines. meatopia.co.uk
Just Like Grandma’s City life can sometimes have you wishing for grandma’s home cooking. When your next comfort food craving strikes, we recommend a visit to Muriel’s Kitchen. With fresh flowers on the tables, a country chic decor and classical music, Muriel’s instantly makes you feel at home. The menu features its ‘famous’ and comforting homemade lasagna, along with British sourced classics such as a warm, filling fish pie and perfectly cooked Scotch eggs. As ideal a spot as this is for lunch with your mum or brunch with friends, it’s not surprising that the thing we love best about Muriel’s is dessert. Take a peek at the tempting treats in the Pastry Case and try the decadent coconut cake, or, our personal favourite, the delectable dulce de leche brownie. Muriel’s Kitchen, 1-3 Pelham Street, SW7 2ND murielskitchen.co.uk
Crème de la Crème Satisfying your craving for Parisian pastries no longer requires a trip on the Eurostar. Dubbed the ‘patisserie of the 21st century’, La Pâtisserie des Rêves has now set up shop in South Kensington. Along with the brand’s best-selling classics, including the éclair, tarte au citron and pain au chocolat, the West London boutique also offers a selection of exclusive ice-creams, as well as a range of hot and cold savoury dishes, otherwise known as La Pâtisserie des Rêves & Friends. Pop in for takeaway treats or dine al fresco on the welcoming outdoor terrace. La Pâtisserie des Rêves, 13 Exhibition Road, SW7 2HE; lapatisseriedesreves.com
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Pass the Parcel For those of you not fully acquainted with dim sum (or “little steamed parcels of deliciousness” according to the menu), Ping Pong is the place to train your tastebuds. Expect a full range of beef, chicken, seafood and vegetable options and not just steamed but puffed, fried, griddled and baked. Dishes arrive as small sharing plates bursting with a variety of Asian flavours; crispy duck spring rolls come with a deliciously rich hoisin sauce, the char sui buns are dreamily fluffy and sweet, and the chicken shu mai is succulent and sticky. Don’t forget the seasonal special of squid, prawn and coriander cakes too. If you’re ready for a filling dessert, go for the excessively rich chocolate pudding and a bucketful of cappuccino or choose the more subtle mango pudding with coconut milk and a macchiato. However, the ambience is slightly lacking early in the evening, with few bums on seats, so we suggest opting for a later booking. Hannah Lemon Ping Pong, 74-76 Westbourne Grove, W2 5SH 020 7313 9832; pingpongdimsum.com
For a devilishly delicious meal, head to local favourite Lucky Seven Diner and try its new Seven Deadly Sins menu. The American style diner now offers satisfyingly sinful dishes to indulge your naughty side, including Huevos rancheros, green chilli cheeseburgers and pulled pork sandwiches. All for just £7 each, the Seven Deadly Sins offerings will be available from Monday through to Thursday until, you guessed it, 7pm. You can expect the most authentic and gluttonous dining experience this side of the Brooklyn Bridge. Lucky Seven Diner, 127 Westbourne Park Road, W2 5QL lucky7london.co.uk
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Luke Treadaway, Gemma Arterton, Thandie Newton and Eddie Redmayne
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England vs Argentina Coronation Cup
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Ladies’ First WHAT: Glorious Goodwood Ladies’ Day WHEN: 31 July WHERE: Glorious Goodwood, Sussex WHO: Tom Cruise, Edie Campbell, Zara Phillips, the Earl and Countess of March and Kinrara, and Michael Owen WHY: Celebrities dressed up in their very finest to attend the Magnolia Cup charity race at Glorious Goodwood this summer. Presented by Chelsea-based jeweller Theo Fennell, the event raised money for two charities, The Reading Agency and Best Beginnings, and was a very fashionable affair indeed. Jockeys wore bespoke jockey silks created by revered fashion designers including Sarah Burton, Jasmine Guinness, Frost French and Bella Freud. However, it was Glorious Goodwood’s Ladies’ Day Ambassador and model Edie Campbell who won our sartorial vote, dressed stylishly in Vivienne Westwood. She was also crowned Magnolia Cup winner and the prestigious prize was presented to her by guest of honour Tom Cruise, who arrived to the sound of the Mission Impossible theme tune. You don’t get much more suave than that.
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Jockeys
Pixie Lott, Gok Wan and Oliver Cheshire
The Last Battle WHAT: Audi International Polo WHEN: 26 July WHERE: Windsor Great Park WHO Gemma Arterton, Dominic Cooper, Douglas Booth, Thandie Newton, Eddie Redmayne and Luke Treadaway WHY: The most thrilling game of the season saw England and Argentina battle to the end to claim the prestigious Coronation Cup at this year’s Audi International Polo. After observing the nail-biting match from the Royal Box overlooking the Queen’s Ground, HRH the Prince of Wales presented the trophy to the deserving winners, though it wasn’t long before it ended up in the hands of an overexcited Dominic Cooper. Guests gorged on Dorset crab, lamb and creamy chocolate marquise before being led over to the Buddha Bar tent where drinks continued to flow.
Lavinia Brennan, Katie Readman, Natalie Pinkham, Martha Ward and Lady Natasha Rufus Isaacs
Olga Kurylenko and James Gunn
Zoe Saldana
Chris Pratt
Vin Diesel and Aytan Eldarova
Heroes & Villains WHAT: Guardians of the Galaxy after party WHEN: 24 July WHERE: Bo Lang, Chelsea WHO: Zoe Saldana, Chris Pratt, Olga Kurylenko, Mark Ruffalo and James Gunn WHY: To celebrate the latest instalment of Marvel’s Cinematic Universe franchise, Guardians of the Galaxy, starlets of the film travelled from Leicester Square to Chelsea’s Asian restaurant Bo Lang (not quite as far as across the galaxy) for an action-packed after party. Guests dined on the restaurant’s famed dim sum, which was perfectly complemented by Fortune Cookie martinis. Avengers star Mark Ruffalo also paid a visit, alongside Bond girl Olga Kurylenko, to praise Zoe Saldana and Chris Pratt (who looked incredibly dapper in a threepiece suit) on their performances.
Photography: Getty Images/Dave Benett
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Photography: Hannah Young Lady Julie Montagu
Amanda Kyme and guest
Annabelle Neilson and Marissa Hermer
Birthday Treats WHAT: Bumpkin Summer Party WHEN: 17 July WHERE: The Chelsea Gardener WHO: Alice Naylor Leyland, Pippa Vosper, Marissa and Matt Hermer, and Noelle Reno WHY: Bumpkin’s festivities commenced in Chelsea on a Thursday night with a classic British summertime garden party, hosted in celebration of the restaurant’s first birthday by Matt and Marissa Hermer. Held among the beautiful blooms of The Chelsea Gardener, the merriment began with partygoers tucking into snacks of creamy goats’ cheese and stuffed portobello mushroom canapés, a succulent gourmet barbeque buffet and cooling ice creams. With garden games in full swing, from Giant Jenga to Connect Four, we could definitely tell who the competitive ones were (mentioning no names), while other guests danced the hot summer night away to live music by three-piece Caribbean steel band Solid Steel.
Matt and Marissa Hermer, Tom Aikens and Justine Dobbs-Higginson
Just Like Magic
Noelle Reno, guest and Olivia McCall
HRH Prince Harry and HRH The Duke of Cambridge
Pippa Vosper
Juliet Angus, Marissa Hermer, Alice Naylor-Leyland and Olivia Buckingham
Samantha Barks
WHAT: French Connection AW14 Launch Campaign WHEN: 23 July WHERE: Oxford Street WHO: Jourdan Dunn, Nick Grimshaw, Troy, Lilah Parsons and Sarah Ann Macklin WHY: Hallowe’en came slightly early as French Connection’s flagship store burst with tricks and treats for its #NeverMissATrick launch party, which saw the A/W14 collection unveiled. Celebrating its ongoing partnership with Rankin, the new line draws inspiration from magical elements so it was only fitting that the great wizard himself and face of the new range, Troy, provided an enchanting performance of magic tricks, leaving the likes of Jourdan Dunn and Sarah Ann Macklin spellbound. Though there were no pumpkins in sight, potions of vodka cocktail concoctions were sipped throughout the night as DJ Nick Grimshaw and Becca Dudley performed their own style of magic on the decks.
Brotherly Ties
David Gandy The two teams
Photography: Getty Images/Dave Benett; Ian Tonks
WHAT: Kent and Curwen Royal Charity Polo Cup WHEN: 19 July WHERE: Watership Down Estate, Berkshire WHO: HRH The Duke of Cambridge, HRH Prince Harry, Lord and Lady Lloyd Webber, and David Gandy WHY: Spectators congregated at the picturesque Watership Down Estate to see HRH Prince Harry and HRH the Duke of Cambridge and their fellow Westcombe teammates going head-to-head with BP Polo to claim Kent and Curwen’s Royal Charity Polo Cup. The event, which aimed to raise funds for charities Tusk Trust and Sentebale, was action-packed, as the Princes triumphed over BP Polo’s brothers Chevy and Joevy Beh. Before the match commenced, guests retreated to Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber’s magnificent Berkshire Estate to tuck into lunch. This was later followed by a quintessentially British afternoon tea, courtesy of Belgraves Hotel Pont Street chef, Sophie Michell.
london living Photography: FRENCH CONNECTION #NeverMissATrick A/W14 Launch Event
Troy, Lilah Parsons, Becca Dudley and guest
Jimmy Q and friend
Paige Reifler and guests
Lilah Parsons
Tanya Burr
Felicity Gilbert, friend and Kyla La Grange
Troy, Becca Dudley and Nick Grimshaw
Sarah-Jane Crawford
Jimmy Q and Jourdan Dunn
Sarah Ann Macklin
Guests
Arlissa and Jimmy Q
Becca Dudley
Jim Chapman and Tanya Burr
Anthony Joshua and Jamal Edwards
Roxie Nafousi and Arlissa Ruppert
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222 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RH 020 7727 3095 wildatheart.com
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78 Cadogan Place SW1X 9RP 07768 200 551 richard@darsa.net Couriers
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Avolus Luxury Transport
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Suzanne Thomas Canine Culture Beethoven Centre, Third Avenue, W10 4JL 079 4952 3710 canineculture.co.uk
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KNIGHTSBRIDGE 82 Brompton Road SW3 1ER 020 7225 6506
KENSINGTON GATE 22 Gloucester Road SW7 4RB 020 7581 1152
CHELSEA 134 Fulham Road SW10 9PY 020 7717 5291
NOTTING HILL 299 Westbourne Grove W11 2QA 020 7727 7777
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BAYSWATER 78 Westbourne Grove W2 5RT 020 7221 7817
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A converted barn set over three floors, designed by a local architect and situated in a private mews, featuring a sliding roof and original barn doors. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 receptions, balcony, garage. £2,500 per week Unfurnished 020 7243 1352 nhl.lets@faronsutaria.co.uk
NOTTING HILL 17 Kensington Park Road W11 2EU 020 7727 1717
EARL’S COURT 239 Earl’s Court Road SW5 9AH 020 7835 1577
DOVE MEWS, SW5
A stylish and contemporary style mews house in South Kensington, arranged over three floors with a private terrace and fully-fitted eat-in granite kitchen. Master bedroom suite, 2 further double bedrooms, bathroom.
FULHAM & PARSON’S GREEN OUR SERVICE WILL MOVE YOU 617 Fulham Road SW6 5UQ 020 7717 5141
£1,300 per week Furnished/Unfurnished 020 7590 0333 obr.lets@faronsutaria.co.uk
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WEST END 30 Warwick Street W1B 5NH 020 7201 6699
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KENSINGTON 375 Kensington High St W14 8QH 020 7087 5696
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MAYFAIR 26a Conduit Street W1S 2XY 020 7495 9580
WEST CHELSEA 140 Fulham Road SW10 9PY 020 7373 1010
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1 BEAUTIFUL CORNER MAISONETTE CLOSE TO KENSINGTON GARDENS lancaster gate, w2 Reception room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 3 bedrooms (2 en suite) ø family bathroom ø guest cloakroom ø porter ø 257 sq m (2,764 sq ft) ø EPC=C Guide £4.95 million Leasehold, approximately 966 years remaining
Knight Frank
Savills Notting Hill
Antonia Thorp antonia.thorp@knightfrank.com
Oliver Lurot olurot@savills.com
020 7871 5060
020 7727 5750
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1 MAGNIFICENT FAMILY HOUSE DIRECTLY OVERLOOKING SQUARE GARDENS norland square, w11 Double reception room ø 4 further reception rooms ø study ø kitchen ø master bedroom suite ø 5 further bedrooms ø 3 further bathrooms ø staff bedroom ø utility room ø guest cloakroom ø garden ø access to communal gardens ø Grade II listed ø 363 sq m (3,908 sq ft) Guide £7 million Freehold
Savills Kensington Kit Allen kallen@savills.com
020 7535 3300
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ARUNDEL GARDENS, w11
ALBION CLOSE, w2
Reception room ø kitchen ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø further bedroom ø shower room ø shared garden ø access to communal garden ø 97 sq m (1,049 sq ft) ø EPC=E
Entrance hall ø open plan reception room/kitchen ø study ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø 3 further bedrooms ø 2 shower rooms ø mews parking ø 174 sq m (1,868 sq ft) ø EPC=C
Guide £1.75 million Leasehold
Guide £3.35 million Freehold JSA: Kay & Co
Savills Notting Hill afrankish@savills.com 020 7727 5750
Savills Notting Hill dpetrie@savills.com 020 7727 5750
MAPLE LODGE, w8
ACADEMY GARDENS, w8
Reception/dining room ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø further bedroom ø family bathroom ø underground parking ø communal gardens ø gym ø 24 hour porter ø 108 sq m (1,161 sq ft) ø EPC=B
Entrance hall ø reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bedroom suites ø cloakroom ø 2 patio gardens ø underground parking space ø communal gym and swimming pool ø 120 sq m (1,291 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Asking £2.475 million Share of Freehold JSA: Jo Webster
Guide £2.95 million Leasehold
Savills Kensington sholmes@savills.com 020 7535 3300
Savills Kensington tholcroft@savills.com 020 7535 3300
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WYCOMBE SQUARE, w8
SCARSDALE STUDIOS, w8
Entrance hall ø reception room ø kitchen ø master bedroom with en suite bath/shower room ø further bedroom with en suite shower room ø 24 hour security ø concierge ø 108 sq m (1,161 sq ft) ø EPC=C
Entrance hall ø studio/reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bedrooms ø shower room ø guest cloakroom ø 78 sq m (842 sq ft) ø EPC=G
Asking £2.45 million Leasehold
Guide £1.5 million Freehold
Savills Kensington tholcroft@savills.com 020 7535 3300
Savills Kensington kallen@savills.com 020 7535 3300
BRAMHAM GARDENS, sw5
STANLEY MANSIONS, sw10
Reception room ø kitchen ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø further bedroom ø family bathroom ø garden ø 87 sq m (994 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Entrance hall ø open plan reception room/kitchen ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø 2 further bedrooms ø shower room ø communal patio and roof terrace ø 106 sq m (1,139 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Guide £1.9 million Share of Freehold
Guide £2 million Leasehold
Savills Chelsea bharvey@savills.com 020 7578 9000
Savills Chelsea bharvey@savills.com 020 7578 9000
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1 A LATERAL APARTMENT WITH DIRECT VIEWS OVER HYDE PARK kingston house east, sw7 Reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bedrooms ø bathroom ø shower room ø 24 hour concierge ø lift ø 87 sq m (938 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Savills Sloane Street Christian Warman cgwarman@savills.com
020 7730 0822 Guide £2.595 million Leasehold, plus Share of Freehold
savills.co.uk
LETTINGS LAYOUT ONLY
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BEAUTIFULLY REFURBISHED FIVE BEDROOM MEWS HOUSE justice walk, sw5 Master bedroom suite ø 4 further bedrooms (1 en suite) ø family bathroom ø double reception room ø separate eat-in kitchen ø study ø wine cellar ø south-facing garden ø roof terrace ø 232 sq m (2,579 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=C
Savills Chelsea Sophie Tiarks stiarks@savills.com
020 7578 9011
Furnished £3,750 per week + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* *£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.
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LETTINGS LAYOUT ONLY
BARK PLACE, w2
ALLEN STREET, w8
4 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø double reception room ø eat-in kitchen ø patio ø garage by separate negotiation ø 164 sq m (1,773 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=E
2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø open plan kitchen ø balcony ø off street parking space ø 100 sq m (1,082 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C
Unfurnished £1,500 per week
Unfurnished £1,295 per week
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Notting Hill amackinnon@savills.com 020 7727 5751
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Kensington lgood@savills.com 020 7535 3333
HOLLAND PARK, w11
PALACE COURT, w2
2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø eat-in kithchen ø wooden flooring ø 162 sq m (1,749 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=E
3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø eat-in kitchen ø patio ø newly refurbished ø 103 sq m (1,110 sq ft) ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C
Furnished £2,500 per week
£900 per week
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Kensington shyde@savills.com 020 7535 3333
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Notting Hill ndennis@savills.com 020 7727 5751
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EGERTON GARDENS, sw3
REDCLIFFE CLOSE, sw5
2 bedroom suites ø reception room ø kitchen ø cloakroom ø access to communal gardens by separate negotiation ø 119 sq m (1,285 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=D
2 bedroom suites ø reception room ø dining room ø kitchen ø terrace ø wooden flooring ø 171 sq m (1,850 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C
Unfurnished £1,495 per week
Furnished £1,750 per week
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Knightsbridge cjalexander@savills.com 020 7584 8585
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Chelsea stiarks@savills.com 020 7578 9011
KINGS ROAD, sw7
PETERSHAM PLACE, sw7
3 bedrooms (1 en suite) ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø separate kitchen ø roof terrace ø 93 sq m (994 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C
2 bedrooms (1 en suite) ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø garage ø 144 sq m (1,550 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=D ø EPC=D
Unfurnished £1,150 per week
Unfurnished £1,495 per week
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Chelsea omellotte@savills.com 020 7578 9020
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Knightsbridge tsutton@savills.com 020 7590 5079
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Golden Cross Mews, Abingdon Villas, W8 W11 A beautifully spacious approx. 120m sq (1300sq ft) mews house offering comfortable refurbished family house located moments from High Streetaccommodation Kensington. The within a secure gated development off the popular Portobello Road. Thebathrooms, house comprises a double reception located room, recently refurbished kitchen, modern property is ideally to enjoy a wonderful lifestyle choice all the amenities five bedrooms andsituated a large utility room on the lower ground floor.with Benefitting from high and attractions Notting has toparking. offer. This vibrant fashionable area is surrounded by ceilings throughout andHill off street EPC: E international boutiques, cafes, gyms, good schools and Michelin star restaurants on your *Tenant step. ChargesEPC: Tenants door Cshould note that as well as rent, an administration charge of £216 (Inc. VAT) per property and a referencing charge of £54 (Inc. VAT) per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit www.hamptons.co.uk/rent/tenant-charges
Hamptons Notting Hill Office Lettings. 020 7717 5341 | Sales. 020 7717 5311
£2,500 per week £1,350,000 Share freehold Unfurnished (charges of apply)* • • • • • •
Reception/dining Five bedrooms room Kitchen Two bathrooms Utility Gardenroom Three Patio bedrooms Two bathrooms Off street parking Roof terrace and Garage Central location
Collingham Road, SW5 Abingdon Villas, W8
£2,500 per week £2,850,000 Share of Freehold Unfurnished (charges apply)*
This exceptional three bedroom apartment includes a superb 23’0 xStreet 15’3 reception roomThe A beautifully refurbished family house located moments from High Kensington. with accessato a fullreception width portico private balcony, additionally there is a stunning housedirect comprises double room, recently refurbished kitchen, modern bathrooms, rear 24’0 x 20’6and westafacing roof terrace, forground entertaining a grand scale. five bedrooms large utility room onsuitable the lower floor. on Benefitting fromThis high outside space enjoys unrestricted views over the attractive communal gardens, to which ceilings throughout and off street parking. EPC: E it enjoys access. EPC: D
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Hamptons Chelsea Office Sales. 0207 835 1444 | Lettings. 020 7717 5433
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Three bedroom Five bedrooms Two bathrooms Balcony Garden Large Patio roof terrace Access to communal Off street parking gardens 1262 sqftlocation Central
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Thornwood Gardens, Abingdon Villas, W8 W8 A beautifully three bedroom first floor apartment superb lateral living accommodation and The refurbished family housewith located moments from High Street Kensington. underground parking in this landmark development with 24 hour concierge andbathrooms, security house comprises a double reception room, recently refurbished kitchen, modern service. Thornwood Gardens comprises eight houses andfloor. thirty five apartments, five bedrooms and a large utility room onof the lower ground Benefitting from high exclusively situated around a beautifully landscaped garden square. EPC: B ceilings throughout and off street parking. EPC: E
£2,500 per week £6,500,000 Leasehold Unfurnished (charges apply)* • • • • •
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Hamptons Kensington Office Sales. 020 7937 9371 | Lettings. 020 7717 5459
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Reception room Five bedrooms Kitchen/Breakfast Two bathrooms room Three bedrooms Garden Three Patio bathrooms Communal gardens Off street parking Underground parking Central location
Rutland Court, Abingdon Villas,SW7 W8
£2,500 per week £6,800,000 Share of Freehold Unfurnished (charges apply)*
An outstanding four bedroom lateral floormoments apartment. Rutland CourtKensington. is a A beautifully refurbished family housefirst located from High Street The magnificent redbrick period mansion block situated within a private road with 24 hour house comprises a double reception room, recently refurbished kitchen, modern bathrooms, security and porterage. The apartment offers wonderful proportions and high ceilings five bedrooms and a large utility room on the lower ground floor. Benefitting from high throughout with particularly good reception space offering views towards Hyde Park. ceilings throughout and off street parking. EPC: E
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Hamptons Knightsbridge Office Sales. 020 7717 5461 | Lettings. 020 7717 5463
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Reception room/dining area Five bedrooms Kitchen and breakfast room Two bathrooms Master Gardenbedroom suite Dressing Patio room Three further bedrooms Off street parking Guest cloakroom Central location
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Chelsea Bridge Abingdon Villas,Wharf, W8 SW8 A beautifully stunning penthouse apartment situated in one of the best positions in Chelsea BridgeThe refurbished family house located moments from High Street Kensington. Wharf. It benefitsafrom a double height reception with farkitchen, reachingmodern westerly views house comprises double reception room, recentlyroom refurbished bathrooms, over Battersea and Parkaand towards the River. It lower also offers twofloor. secure underground five bedrooms large utility room on the ground Benefitting fromparking high spaces. C ceilingsEPC: throughout and off street parking. EPC: E
£2,400,000 £2,500 per week Leasehold Unfurnished (charges apply)* • • • • •
*Tenant Charges Tenants should note that as well as rent, an administration charge of £216 (Inc. VAT) per property and a referencing charge of £54 (Inc. VAT) per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit www.hamptons.co.uk/rent/tenant-charges
Hamptons Sloane Square Office Sales. 020 7717 5481 | Lettings. 0207 717 5483
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Oakley Street, SW3 Abingdon Villas, W8 A beautifully beautiful two bedroom family flat with an amazing roof terrace with views overlooking theThe refurbished house located moments from High Street Kensington. Thames. house comprises a double reception room, recently refurbished kitchen, modern bathrooms, five bedrooms and a large utility room on the lower ground floor. Benefitting from high ceilings throughout and off street parking. EPC: E
£995 per week £2,500 per week Unfurnished (charges (chargesapply)* apply)* • • • • •
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Two Five bedrooms Two bathrooms Garden Patio Off street parking Central location
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Stafford Court, Abingdon Villas,W8 W8 A beautifully superb three bedroom lateral withmoments a large bright reception room, woodenThe refurbished familyapartment house located from High Street Kensington. floors southerly views. The property set on the 2nd floor kitchen, and comprises separate house and comprises a double reception room,isrecently refurbished modern bathrooms, eat-in modern kitchen, two double bedrooms both with en floor. suite bathrooms, five bedrooms and a large utility room on the lower ground Benefittingthird from single high room/study and guest cloakroom. EPC: D EPC: E ceilings throughout and off street parking.
£1,495 £2,500per perweek week Furnished (charges apply)* Unfurnished (charges apply)* • • • • •
*Tenant Charges Tenants should note that as well as rent, an administration charge of £216 (Inc. VAT) per property and a referencing charge of £54 (Inc. VAT) per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit www.hamptons.co.uk/rent/tenant-charges
Hamptons Kensington Office Lettings. 020 7717 5459 | Sales. 020 7937 9371
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Three bedrooms Five bedrooms Two bathrooms Eat-in Gardenkitchen Lift Patio Porter Off street parking 1,475 sq ft (137 sq m) Central location
Egerton Gardens, SW3 Abingdon Villas, W8 Having undergone refurbishment and located finishedmoments in a contemporary beautiful The A beautifully refurbished family house from Highstyle, Streetthis Kensington. split level apartment boasts a wealthroom, of features, communal garden views and direct lift house comprises a double reception recently refurbished kitchen, modern bathrooms, access. EPC: E and a large utility room on the lower ground floor. Benefitting from high five bedrooms ceilings throughout and off street parking. EPC: E
£850 per week £2,500 per week Furnished (charges apply)* Unfurnished (charges apply)* • • • • •
*Tenant Charges Tenants should note that as well as rent, an administration charge of £216 (Inc. VAT) per property and a referencing charge of £54 (Inc. VAT) per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit www.hamptons.co.uk/rent/tenant-charges
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Communal Garden Five bedrooms Two bedrooms bathroomstwo bathrooms Split level conversion Garden South Patio facing reception Newly refurbished Off street parking Central Location location
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Lower Sloane Street, Abingdon Villas, W8 SW1W A beautifully recently refurbished two bedroom apartment moments from the Street desirable Sloane The refurbished family house located moments from High Kensington. Square. The property has reception a fantasticroom, dual aspect which has views over Holbein house comprises a double recently refurbished kitchen, modernMews bathrooms, and as far as the London There areon wooden floors through out which creates light, five bedrooms and a largeEye. utility room the lower ground floor. Benefitting fromahigh bright and airy feel. and EPC:off C street parking. EPC: E ceilings throughout
£795 per week £2,500 per week Furnished (charges apply)* Unfurnished (charges apply)* • • • • •
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Recently refurbished Five bedrooms Reception room Two bathrooms Two bedrooms Garden One Patiobathroom Wooden Off streetfloors parking Central location
Oakley Street, SW3 Abingdon Villas, W8 A beautifully beautiful two bedroom family flat with an amazing roof terrace with views overlooking theThe refurbished house located moments from High Street Kensington. Thames. house comprises a double reception room, recently refurbished kitchen, modern bathrooms, five bedrooms and a large utility room on the lower ground floor. Benefitting from high ceilings throughout and off street parking. EPC: E
£995 per week £2,500 per week Unfurnished (charges (chargesapply)* apply)* • • • • •
*Tenant Charges Tenants should note that as well as rent, an administration charge of £216 (Inc. VAT) per property and a referencing charge of £54 (Inc. VAT) per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit www.hamptons.co.uk/rent/tenant-charges
Hamptons Chelsea Office Lettings. 020 7717 5433 | Sales. 0207 835 1444
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Two Five bedrooms Two bathrooms Garden Patio Off street parking Central location
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Stafford Court, Abingdon Villas,W8 W8 A beautifully superb three bedroom lateral withmoments a large bright reception room, woodenThe refurbished familyapartment house located from High Street Kensington. floors southerly views. The property set on the 2nd floor kitchen, and comprises separate house and comprises a double reception room,isrecently refurbished modern bathrooms, eat-in modern kitchen, two double bedrooms both with en floor. suite bathrooms, five bedrooms and a large utility room on the lower ground Benefittingthird from single high room/study and guest cloakroom. EPC: D EPC: E ceilings throughout and off street parking.
£1,495 £2,500per perweek week Furnished (charges apply)* Unfurnished (charges apply)* • • • • •
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Hamptons Kensington Office Lettings. 020 7717 5459 | Sales. 020 7937 9371
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Three bedrooms Five bedrooms Two bathrooms Eat-in Gardenkitchen Lift Patio Porter Off street parking 1,475 sq ft (137 sq m) Central location
Egerton Gardens, SW3 Abingdon Villas, W8 Having undergone refurbishment and located finishedmoments in a contemporary beautiful The A beautifully refurbished family house from Highstyle, Streetthis Kensington. split level apartment boasts a wealthroom, of features, communal garden views and direct lift house comprises a double reception recently refurbished kitchen, modern bathrooms, access. EPC: E and a large utility room on the lower ground floor. Benefitting from high five bedrooms ceilings throughout and off street parking. EPC: E
£850 per week £2,500 per week Furnished (charges apply)* Unfurnished (charges apply)* • • • • •
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Hamptons Knightsbridge Office Lettings. 020 7717 5463 | Sales. 020 7717 5461
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Lower Sloane Street, Abingdon Villas, W8 SW1W A beautifully recently refurbished two bedroom apartment moments from the Street desirable Sloane The refurbished family house located moments from High Kensington. Square. The property has reception a fantasticroom, dual aspect which has views over Holbein house comprises a double recently refurbished kitchen, modernMews bathrooms, and as far as the London There areon wooden floors through out which creates light, five bedrooms and a largeEye. utility room the lower ground floor. Benefitting fromahigh bright and airy feel. and EPC:off C street parking. EPC: E ceilings throughout
£795 per week £2,500 per week Furnished (charges apply)* Unfurnished (charges apply)* • • • • •
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Hot Property: Reece Mews A stunning three bedroom mews house
This immaculate, rebuilt mews house is located in the heart of South Kensington and offers three pristine en suite bedrooms within four floors of living space. The three bedrooms and a stylish study are located on the top two floors, whilst the spacious entertaining space is situated on the lower ground floor. The open kitchen boasts a beautifully finished island with all the modern conveniences for entertaining guests and the sofas upstairs in the reception room offer the perfect place to relax. The house has been completely refurbished to an immaculate first-class standard, boasting exceptional light throughout. It also benefits from a fabulous west-facing roof terrace off the master bedroom suite, with views onto the peaceful cobbled mews street below. This stunning property is conveniently located approximately 0.2 miles from South Kensington tube station and 0.4 miles from Gloucester Road tube station. With the house situated just off Old Brompton Road, it is ideally
Reece Mews, South Kensington, SW7 £4,650,000
placed near a diverse selection of local amenities and shops as well as being a stone’s throw from prestigious, world-class museums and galleries such as the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Royal Albert Hall.
020 7349 4300 chelsea@knightfrank.com
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Clarendon Works, Notting Hill W11 Four bedroom warehouse‐style living
A unique opportunity to acquire an iconic freehold house in this highly desirable location in Notting Hill. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms ﴾2 en suite﴿, double reception room, kitchen/dining room, gymnasium/family room, cinema room, wine cellar, office, utility room, terrace. Approximately 381 sq m ﴾4,103 sq ft﴿ Freehold Guide price: £10,500,000 ﴾NGH140060﴿
KnightFrank.co.uk/nottinghill nottinghill@knightfrank.com 020 8166 5449 Joint Agent: Aylesford sales@aylesford.com 020 7351 2383
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Clarendon Road, Notting Hill W11 Grade II listed family house
Newly refurbished and stylishly decorated three bedroom, Grade II listed corner house with a garden, conservatory and a wealth of period features. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, utility room, 2 guest cloakrooms, garden. EPC rating D. Approximately 247.3 sq m ﴾2,663 sq ft﴿ Freehold Guide price: £5,750,000 ﴾NGH130132﴿
KnightFrank.co.uk/notting‐hill nottinghill@knightfrank.com 020 8166 5449 Joint agent: Savills nottinghill@savills.com 020 7727 7750
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Pembridge Crescent, Notting Hill W11 Two flats for sale in same building in W11
A rare opportunity to purchase a well presented raised ground floor flat and garden flat ith an exciting opportunity to create an impressive maisonette subject to the necessary planning consents. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, 2 kitchens, balcony, garden. Approximately 127 sq m ﴾1,368 sq ft﴿ Share of Freehold
KnightFrank.co.uk/nottinghill nottinghill@knightfrank.com 020 8166 5449
Guide price: £2,350,000 ﴾NGH070202﴿
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Abingdon Road, Kensington W8 A wide corner house with a separate flat
Situated on the corner of Abingdon Road and Scarsdale Villas is an impressive wide family house. 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, bedroom 7/study, loft/storage, guest cloakroom, paved patio. EPC rating E Approximately 345 sq m ﴾3,719 sq ft﴿. Freehold
Guide Price: £5,650,000 ﴾KEN140128﴿
KnightFrank.co.uk/kensington kens@knightfrank.com 020 3551 5156
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Cornwall Gardens, South Kensington SW7
A three double bedroom triplex with private terrace
A superb apartment occupying the second, third and fourth floor of this beautiful Victorian pillar fronted building. Reception room, kitchen, 3 double bedrooms 3 bathrooms, guest cloak room, roof terrace . EPC rating C. Approximately 272 sq m ﴾2,930 sq ft﴿ Leasehold Guide price: £5,250,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/southkensington southkensington@knightfrank.com 020 8128 1253
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Ovington Gardens, Knightsbridge SW3 Four bedroom freehold house
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An exceptional house situated in a sought after Knightsbridge location, with a west facing roof terrace and private rear garden. Master bedroom with dressing area and en suite bathroom, 3 further bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, media room, kitchen, utility room, kitchenette, roof terrace, rear garden, air conditioning. Approximately 280 sq m ﴾3,014 sq ft﴿ Freehold
KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5913 Joint agent: Savills Knightsbridge 020 7581 5234
Guide price: £6,750,000
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Frederick Close, Hyde Park W2
Charming mews house with garage
A beautifully presented house with own internal garage located in a quiet mews moments from the green open spaces of Hyde Park. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, reception room, dining room, kitchen, cloakroom. EPC rating C. Approximately 130 sq m ﴾1,400 sq ft﴿ Freehold
KnightFrank.co.uk/hydepark hydepark@knightfrank.com 020 3544 2483
Guide price: £2,500,000 ﴾HPE110170﴿
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Cambridge Square, Hyde Park W2 Newly refurbished garden square townhouse
A spacious townhouse offering versatile accommodation and finished to a high specification throughout. 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, dining room, open plan kitchen, 2nd kitchen, large balcony, air conditioning, under floor heating, integral garage. EPC rating C. Approximately 340 sq m ﴾3,660 sq ft﴿ Freehold
KnightFrank.co.uk/hydepark hydepark@knightfrank.com 020 3544 2483
Guide price: £5,500,000 ﴾HPE110170﴿
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Kensington Park Gardens, Notting Hill W11
Lateral living on communal gardens
A lateral first floor flat located in prime Notting Hill overlooking Ladbroke Square with wooden floors throughout. It comprises of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen, lift and access to communal gardens. EPC rating C Approximately 149.5 sq m ﴾1,609 sq ft﴿. Available unfurnished
KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings nottinghilllettings@knightfrank.com 020 7985 9990
Guide price: £2,250 per week ﴾NHQ201561﴿
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Campden Street, Kensington W8
A lovely family house in the heart of Kensington
A delightful family home situated on one of Kensingtons most desirable streets. The property is set over three floors and and offers flexible family living space. EPC rating D. Approximately 129 sq m ﴾1,388 sq ft﴿. Available furnished
KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings kenslettings@knightfrank.com 020 7937 8203
Guide price: £1,850 per week ﴾KEQ201370﴿
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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Cathcart Road, Chelsea SW10
This fully refurbished house is neutrally presented to a high level finish throughout offering modern and spacious family accommodation. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/diner, garden, WC, boot room. EPC rating D. Approximately 254 sq m ﴾2,734 sq ft﴿
KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings chelsealettings@knightfrank.com 020 7349 4300
Available furnished or unfurnished
Beautifully presented six bedroom house with garden
Guide price: £3,500 per week ﴾CHQ196911﴿
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The Knightsbridge, Knightsbridge SW7
A newly refurbished apartment offering spacious accommodation and benefitting from outstanding concierge services. 3 double bedrooms, 3 en suite bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, 24 hour concierge, parking space, storage unit, gym and swimming pool. EPC rating C. Approximately 157 sq m ﴾1,692 sq ft﴿
KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 7591 8601
Available furnished
Third floor flat in prestigious development
£4,250 per week ﴾KNQ202183﴿
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Property News PRIME RESI provides us with a comprehensive monthly round-up of key news about the local luxury property market
Rise Above It “Market forces are alive and well” in Prime Central London (PCL): There’s been “a distinct change in attitude on the part of both buyers and vendors” in PCL through this year’s second quarter, says Chestertons, while Knight Frank points out that “market forces are alive and well” as PCL’s property market begins to self correct. Values softened by 0.5% in Q2 as buyers “became more nervous about pricing in regard to value for money,” says Chestertons, while the number of fall-throughs escalated by 19% compared to the previous quarter, the number of price reductions nearly tripled, and the ratio of sold properties to properties for sale dropped by a chunk. The root of this nervousness can be put down – at least in part – to a combination of the “more difficult” lending environment in this mortgage market review world, to the Bank of England Governer Mark Carney’s talk of the likelihood of an impending interest rate rise, and sterling appreciation knocking out a good portion of potential overseas buyers. For example, if a Russian had bought a property in Kensington and Chelsea at the end of June last year for £2m, the same property would have cost an additional £303,000 at the end of June this year just on currency loss and without taking into account the property price increase over the period. There’s also a general election on the horizon, which “threatens to exert a significant impact on the prime market.” The rise in the number of fall-throughs is more likely down to an increase in conveyancing times as banks and solicitors need more detailed information;
even searches in some boroughs are taking up to four to six weeks, says Chestertons. The ration of sold properties to properties for sale on Lonres, meanwhile, has fallen from 11.9% in June 2013 to 7.2% in June this year – in no small part because applicant numbers in Q2 were 29% down on Q1. New instructions, on the other hand, were 20% up, taking available stock levels up by 30% and allowing the number of exchanges to actually rise by 9% on the quarter. Graph courtesy of: Chestertons
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Lend a Hand Chelsea Island deal completes with £48 million bridge: Luxury developer Hadley Property Group has completed the acquisition of a prime development site next to the Chelsea Design Centre in Chelsea Harbour with a chunky bridging loan from Omni Capital. The Group, backed by the Lawson-Johnston’s multi-family office LJ Group and family-run developer/ investor Peterson Group, exchanged on the 1.16 acre freehold site back in April, and has now completed on the purchase thanks to a £48 million loan from Christian Candy’s shortterm finance outfit Omni Capital, which expects to lend a total of £1 billion this year. Chelsea Island, as the site is known, has full planning permission for a high-end resi-led scheme with 89 apartments and over 11,000 sq ft of mixed retail space. It is part of a wider redevelopment of the Chelsea Harbour area, with other neighbourhood offerings at Imperial Wharf, Chelsea Creek and the Lots Road Power Station. Works are due to start on site at Chelsea Island later this year.
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No Place Like Home Elena Dimova, managing director of CENTURY 21 Sophia Elena, finds out what overseas buyers look for in their dream London property
Welcome to China Town
Chinese investment in London homes up 84%: Outbound investment from China to London has ballooned over the last 12 months, making it the most popular global destination for Chinese investment after a series of pushes from Mayor Boris’s team to make the city more Renminbi-friendly. Overall, Chinese outbound investment was 17% higher in the first half of 2014 than over the same period of 2013 at $5.4 billion. Commercial and infrastructure investment – which was the main focus of Boris Johnson and Ed Lister’s visit to the People’s Republic – has taken the lion’s share at almost $4 billion, but the big growth area is residential property: Chinese investment in London’s resi market has soared by 84% to $1.5 billion compared to the same period last year, according to Jones Lang LaSalle.
We all know by now what it is that attracts overseas buyers from the Far East, Middle East, Europe and Russia to London. The question is: “What is it that they look for in a home once they are here?” Without doubt, it is an exquisite turn-key property that fuses the latest in modern design and technology with traditional elements. These buyers want to feel that their London home reflects the rich architectural and cultural history of this city and it truly feels English, distinguished from other properties they may have around the globe. They are discerning in their expectations and only the finest materials and most elegant finishes will do. They understand the vision, thought process, project management, attention to detail and time it takes to deliver a superior product and the cost of sourcing materials, as many of these buyers have homes in several countries. They appreciate book-matched Calacatta marble; rift-sawn American oak wooden floors, bespoke Italian kitchens and Gaggenau appliances. As an example, we have just launched a rare three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment in a most handsome Victorian white stucco building on Hyde Park Square. This property is the pinnacle of today’s interior design. As soon as you walk over the threshold, the flow of the apartment captures you, seamlessly blending this naturally beautiful property with the most graceful design, leaving you feeling like you never want to leave. Access to amenities and restaurants, proximity to green spaces, such as Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, and if you are very fortunate, communal gardens, are all ingredients that add to the appeal. For overseas buyers, having a porter is often very important as well. Finding a dream property in London is an achievable reality.
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Bark Place W2 £5,495,000 This beautiful house provides over 3,000 sqft of living space, a westerly aspect garden and a separate mews house. The property boasts fabulous raised ground floor reception space that galleries over the lower floor, a fantastic kitchen/dining room and an additional reception room. The bedroom accommodation includes a large master suite, two further double bedrooms served by a bathroom and an attached mews house providing independent living accommodation and off street parking. Freehold. EPC=D. Joint Sole Agent.
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Pottery Lane W11 £3,600,000 Situated in one of Holland Park’s most desirable locations, this spectacular interior designed house is arranged over three floors, offering a large kitchen/family room with dining area, a media room on the lower ground floor, a stunning 24ft long reception room, two large bedroom suites and a private garage. Pottery Lane is located moments from the stunning Clarendon Cross and a short walk from all the amenities, boutiques, restaurants and transport links of Holland Park Avenue. Share of Freehold. EPC=C. Joint Sole Agent.
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St Quintin Avenue W10 £2,500,000 This stunning maisonette boasts approx. 2,500 sqft of accommodation arranged over just two floors. Providing ample living and entertaining space, there is a superb feeling of space, high ceilings and bespoke design features throughout. The property is also benefits from an attractive walled garden ideal for summer entertaining. Located on a sought after avenue, the property is within easy reach of a wealth of amenities on Portobello Road, Ladbroke Grove and Notting Hill. Freehold. EPC=C. Joint Sole Agent.
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Billing Road SW10 £2,500,000 This rarely available three-bedroom Victorian terraced house offers well proportioned living space arranged over four floors. The accommodation includes a superb kitchen/dining area on the lower ground floor and a large reception room spaning the entire ground floor with access to the private patio. The bedroom accommodation is arranged over the top two floors and includes three double bedrooms (one en suite) and a bathroom. Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents.
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Queen’s Gate Terrace SW7 £1,795,000 This stunning apartment is situated in one of South Kensington’s finest Victorian white stucco fronted houses. With the services of a lift and concierge, this impressive apartment sits on the third floor of a highly desirable building. The property boasts fantastic ceiling heights and very generous room dimensions. the accommodation comprises a large open plan reception/dinning room, a luxurious bathroom and an equally impressive double bedroom. Leasehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents.
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Pottery Lane W11 £1,600,000 This is an impressive and light-filled mews-style house ideally located right next to Clarendon Cross and Avondale Park. The accommodation comprises a large reception/TV room, a modern kitchen with ample space for dining on the ground floor, a generous double bedroom with en suite bathroom on the first floor and a further double bedroom with bath and pretty balcony on the second floor. Freehold. EPC=C. Sole Agents.
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Ladbroke Terrace W11 £1,495,000 This rarely available two-bedroom raised ground oor apartment is located on a beautiful Victorian terrace in a prime Notting Hill location. Boasting high ceilings throughout, the accommodation offers excellent entertaining space with lovely period features including original shutters and large bay windows. There is a well appointed contemporary kitchen, two double bedrooms, excellent storage space and two bathrooms (one en suite). Share of Freehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents.
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Ladbroke Grove W11 £1,250,000 This superbly located and beautifully presented first floor apartment enjoys breathtakingly high ceilings and spectacular views over communal gardens from both double bedrooms and the reception room. The property has been designed and finished to a wonderfully high standard and exudes style and charm from every corner. The accommodation comprises a generous reception room with a semi-open plan kitchen and two double bedrooms. Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents.
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Campden Hill Gardens, W8 ÂŁ1,350,000 Share of Freehold A charming and bright two bedroom maisonette (763 sq ft/70 sq m) situated on the second and third floors of a double fronted Victorian terraced house. The property is presented in very good decorative order and has long views over the roof tops of Kensington and beyond. Second Floor Entrance | Reception Room | Kitchen | Two Double Bedrooms | Bathroom | Cloakroom | EPC: D
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Strathmore Gardens, W8 ÂŁ1,225,000, Share of freehold A beautifully presented two bedroom maisonette (660 sq ft/61 sq m) situated on the raised and lower ground floors of an attractive double fronted Victorian terraced house. This lovely property has a gracious reception room with high ceilings, a large bay window and wooden floors. There is an arch through to an attractive kitchen/dining room. Downstairs there are two bedrooms and a modern bathroom. Reception room | Kitchen/dining room | Two bedrooms | Bathroom | High ceilings | EPC: D
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Westbourne Grove, W11 ÂŁ3,400,000 Freehold A spacious three bedroom maisonette of over 2000sqft with own front door, being sold with the freehold to the building, and offering the possibility of adding further space. Three Bedrooms | Two Receptions | Two Bathrooms | Maisonette | Balcony | 2,057 Approx Sq ft | EPC Rating D/E
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Moorhouse Road, W2 £2,750 per week A rare opportunity to rent this beautiful family house in the ever-popular ‘Artesian Village’.
Four Bedrooms | Three Reception Rooms | Three Bathrooms | 2,441 Approx Sq ft | EPC Rating D/E
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TITE STREET, SW3 ÂŁ2,195,000 STC LEASEHOLD An extremely attractive top floor maisonette benefiting from peaceful aspects over the roof tops of Old Chelsea. At the heart of the flat is a large open plan reception room with dining area which shares the views over the rooftops of Chelsea with the light-filled master bedroom above, which opens onto a private roof terrace via a glass atrium. Arranged over two double aspect floors, the flat offers further development potential (subject to the usual consents) to bring the entrance down to the second floor level, as well as the creation of additional accommodation space by converting the eaves storage. Period Apartment | 1,425 Sq Ft | Resident Caretaker | Smart Communal Entrance with Eaves Storage | South Facing Reception Room with Dining Area | Kitchen with Integrated Appliances | Master Bedroom with Private Roof Terrace | Two Further Double Bedrooms | Shower Room | Family Bathroom | Qualification for RBKC Parking | EPC Rating D
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Ennismore Mews, SW7 ÂŁ1,100 per week A beautiful three bedroom house situated in this secluded mews close to Knightsbridge and Hyde Park. The property has been newly refurbished to a high standard throughout and is available unfurnished. Three Bedrooms | Two Reception Rooms | Three Bathrooms | Roof Terrace | Resident Parking | Period Mews House | 1,679 Sq Ft
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Cornwall Gardens, SW7 ÂŁ2,450,000 Share of Freehold An exceptional two bedroom raised ground floor flat with windows every room in this prominent Grade II listed end of terrace period conversion. This wonderful flat boasts a great sense of light and space throughout due to its numerous windows on the eastern aspect that flood the principal rooms with a wealth of natural light. The flat extends to 1,260sq/ft (117sq/m) of well arranged accommodation with fantastic proportions and of particular note is the very impressive double aspect reception room with a large bay window that directly overlooks the well maintained communal gardens. Entrance Hall | Double Aspect Reception Room | Two Double Bedrooms | Bathroom | Kitchen | Loft Storage | Access to Communal Gardens (STUC)
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Courtfield Gardens, SW5 ÂŁ750 per week A bright two bedroom flat on the top floor of this well maintained mid terrace period conversion. The flat is presented in immaculate order of well arranged and proportioned accommodation on one floor only and comprises of full width, south facing entertaining space with pleasant views as well as access to the communal gardens. There is a generous master bedroom with ample storage and an en-suite bathroom, a second bedroom, a separate shower room and a kitchen. Of particular mention is the exceptional outside space with three hundred and sixty degree views that compliments an already generous amount of internal entertaining space. Entrance Hall | Drawing Room | Dining Room | Kitchen | Two Bedrooms | En-Suite Bathroom | Shower Room | Roof Terrace (Demised) | Access to Communal Gardens
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Lancaster Road, Notting Hill W11 A big white stucco house on a faintly raffish street that retains all the charm that has made Notting Hill so popular. There is a village-like quality to this (still) bohemian area, and the house hits the high notes in terms of comfort and space. Recently re-roofed, re-plumbed, re-everything-ed, you could walk straight in to this surprisingly big and well-conceived house.
Double reception room Kitchen / dining room / family room Master bedroom suite Three further bedrooms Two further bathrooms (one ensuite) Study / office Utility room Cloakroom Terrace Garden Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea 2,765 sq ft / 256.86 sq m EPC Rating Band D Guide Price ÂŁ4.25 million Freehold
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Kitchen / dining room Master bedroom suite Cloakroom / utility room Roof terrace City of Westminster 1,318 sq ft / 122.4 sq m EPC Rating Band D Guide Price ÂŁ2.3 million Leasehold (102 years remaining)
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Kitchen / dining room Master bedroom suite Media room, sauna & garden Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea 2,490 sq ft / 231.3 sq m EPC Rating Band F Guide Price £3.8 million Freehold
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Fulham
Battersea Park
A beautifully presented ground and lower ground floor apartment in a stunning period building. The property has access to an additional one bedroom self-contained apartment and a peaceful private garden and resident's communal gardens. Clapham
East Putney
Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush
Kensington
4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en-suite), 4 reception rooms, 2 kitchens, Cloakroom, Balcony, Terrace, Garden, Resident's communal gardens, EPC: E.
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Chelsea
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An exceptional terraced house that has recently undergone a complete refurbishment. Cleverly designed to ensure there is natural light throughout, the house provides substantial living accommodation.
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Battersea
Battersea Park
Situated in a highly sought-after private garden square in Old Chelsea is this lovely first floor flat with south-facing views over the communal gardens. The flat is wellproportioned and benefits from off-street, under cover parking. Clapham
East Putney
Southfields & Earlsfield
Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, 2 further bedrooms, Shower room, Reception room, Kitchen, Secure undercover parking, Communal gardens, EPC: C.
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Chelsea
Fulham
A beautiful family home situated in the heart of Notting Hill with spacious accommodation, high ceilings and many original features. The first floor reception room has wooden floors, twin fireplaces and floor to ceiling windows.
Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush
Kensington
Kensington Gate
4 double bedrooms, 4 bathrooms (2 en-suite), Reception room, Dining room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Family room/5th bedroom, Balcony, Garden, EPC: E.
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Palace Gardens Terrace W8 ÂŁ825 per week Fees apply Furnished Kensington Lettings 020 7792 1331 | kenlets@dng.co.uk South
Balham
Battersea
Battersea Park
A fantastic home tucked away in this tranquil setting just off a prime residential street in Kensington, Palace Gardens Terrace. The property benefits from an open-plan kitchen that opens on to a wonderful west-facing garden. Clapham
East Putney
Southfields & Earlsfield
2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), Reception room, Open-plan kitchen, Decked roof terrace, Garden, EPC: E.
West Putney
LADBROKE ROAD, W11 ÂŁ6.500,000 Freehold
This five-floor, stucco-fronted property has been skilfully redefined to create one of London’s most exciting and contemporary houses. Cubic Studios made the most of unconventional materials to create stunning new features and spaces within a unique and exceptional home. epc = c -
Open-plan entertaining space Hand-finished kitchen Four bedrooms Steam room Jet stream swimming pool Approx 298.2 sq m (3,210 sq ft)
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INVERNESS MEWS, W2 ÂŁ2,350,000 Share of freehold
Two exclusive, newly developed apartments set within an adjoining pair of houses located in a quiet Bayswater mews. Both apartments feature significant lateral living spaces, private entrances, three double bedrooms, bicycle storage and the latest in modern technology and home luxuries. epc = c -
Large open-plan living spaces Architect-designed kitchens Three double bedrooms Cat 6 cabling & air conditioning Peaceful cul-de-sac location Approx 150 sq m (1600 sq ft)
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KENSINGTON GARDENS SQUARE, W2 ÂŁ3,250,000 Leasehold
A superb penthouse apartment featuring two wonderful roof terraces, one of which is arguably the most spectacular in the area. This property has been expertly configured and beautifully designed to provide the utmost in contemporary indulgence. epc = c -
Large lateral reception space Bespoke Poggenpohl kitchen Two bedrooms + two bathrooms Two private roof terraces 24 hour porter + underground parking Residents swimming + leisure facilities Approx 142.1 sq m (1530 sq ft)
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WESTBOURNE GROVE, W11 £1,200 per week – admin fees apply* Long let
A unique two-bedroom maisonette located in the heart of Notting Hill. Featuring a vast reception space with vaulted ceilings, this property is truly inspiring. epc = d
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Large open-plan kitchen/reception room Two double bedrooms Two bathrooms (one en-suite) Located in the heart of Notting Hill Wonderfully light and bright Approx 103.45 sq m (1114 sq ft) domusnova.com/administrationfees
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ST QUINTIN AVENUE, W10 £550 per week – admin fees apply* Long let An exceptional refurbishment of a wellproportioned two-bedroom apartment in North Kensington. Beautifully styled throughout, this fantastic apartment has a calming and minimalist feel. epc = d *
Spacious reception area Fully integrated sunken kitchen Luxurious master suite Equally-sized additional bedroom Wired-in speakers Approx 75.13 sq m (808 sq ft) domusnova.com/administrationfees
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w CAMPDEN HILL GARDENS, W8 £1,950 per week – admin fees apply* Short let
Refurbished and interior designed by West11 properties is this stunning two-bedroom maisonette in the heart of Kensington. Featuring an excellent double aspect reception space, high ceilings and a stylish finish throughout. epc = d *
Large lateral double reception room Contemporary open-plan kitchen Two double bedrooms (one en-suite) Two bathrooms Approx 89.3 sq m (962 sq ft) domusnova.com/administrationfees
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Onslow Gardens
South Kensington SW7
A classically beautiful 2 bedroom apartment on the top floor of an immaculate white stucco fronted building, on one of London’s most desirable streets. The property is located on the 4th floor & has a separate kitchen, 2 double bedrooms & enjoys a very bright east/west aspect with delightful views over the residents’ communal gardens. The property is presented in excellent condition & has a neutral decor. Unusually this building is one of the few share of freehold properties on Onslow Gardens. EPC rating D
£1,395,000 share of freehold
Chelsea
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Cheyne Gardens
Chelsea SW3
This property is being sold with a short lease of approximately 14 years. An elegant & wellproportioned 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom lateral, 2nd floor (with lift) family apartment in this handsome red brick, portered mansion building. The bright triple aspect reception room has unusually high ceilings & west facing views over the communal gardens. Cheyne Gardens is located within easy walking distance of Chelsea Embankment & Kings Road. Sloane Square is the nearest underground station. EPC rating E
ÂŁ1,325,000 leasehold
Chelsea
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Abingdon Road
Kensington W8
A 5 bedroom family home located on this beautiful tree lined residential street in the heart of Kensington. Spread over 4 floors & approximately 2,200 sq ft, accommodation comprises 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 well proportioned reception rooms, open plan kitchen/dining room with a separate pantry & a utility room. Further benefits include a sunny terrace & a pretty south west facing garden. EPC rating F
ÂŁ4,595,000 freehold
Kensington
020 7937 7244 sales.kensington@chestertons.com
Hornton Street
Kensington W8
A newly refurbished 3 bedroom apartment on the 2nd floor (with lift) of this purpose built block. With over 1,120 sq ft of living space, the accommodation includes a bright south west facing reception room, fully fitted kitchen, 3 double bedrooms, bathroom & shower room. Evelyn House is located at the southern end of Hornton Street, providing easy access for both the leisure & transport facilities Kensington High Street has to offer. EPC rating C
ÂŁ2,000,000 leasehold
Kensington
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Wakeman Road
Kensal Green NW10
ÂŁ1,250,000 freehold
A gorgeous 4 double bedroom, 3 bathroom freehold house newly renovated with a fantastic mix of original period character & elegant modern decor. The property is ideally located in the heart of Kensal Green offering a wide variety of amenities. EPC rating D
Notting Hill
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Shrewsbury Road
Notting Hill W2
ÂŁ625,000 leasehold
A superb 1 bedroom flat, which has just been renovated, beautifully enhancing the natural light flowing throughout. The property has a spacious, functional layout with a stylish modern open plan kitchen/reception, double bedroom & a sleek shower room. EPC rating D
Notting Hill
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Melbury House, W14 £10,000,000
This beautiful five bedroom family house has been sympathetically refurbished to an extremely high standard and combines beautiful period features with contemporary interior design. The well balanced accommodation is arranged over five floors with solid wooden flooring throughout and well-designed outdoor space. Located on a beautiful tree lined street which is only moments from Kensington High Street where you will find a great variety of shops, restaurants and cafes.
· 5 bed house · Arranged over 5 floors with wood flooring throughout · Dressing room adjoined to Master Bedroom · All bedrooms include en suites · Games room on 4th floor · Stunning roof terrace · Energy Efficiency Rating Band D.
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Charles House, W14 £1,700,000
Located within the prestigious 375 Kensington High Street development, benefitting from a large south facing balcony this apartment has been designed with immaculate attention to detail and the latest innovations in technology to create a high end yet, comfortable city living. Moments’ walk to Kensington Olympia Overground and the District Line. London’s most famous shopping destinations nearby including Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Sloane Street, Kensington Church Street. Close to open spaces including Kensington Gardens and Holland Park.
· 2 bed, 9th floor apartment · Bespoke granite kitchen with Miele appliances · Villeroy & Boch fitted bathroom and Bornbracht fixtures · Under floor heating to hallways and bathrooms · Comfort cooling / heating to all reception rooms and bedrooms · Full use of spa, gym and swimming pool facilities · Harrods 24hr security and concierge · Energy Efficiency Rating Band B.
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Charles House, W14 £950 Per Week
This spacious apartment set in the heart of one of London’s most sought-after locations the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, offers an unparalleled standard of living and convenience. Specification designed with immaculate attention to detail and the latest innovations in technology to create high end yet, comfortable city living. The development also includes a state of the art business suite, private cinema room and a landscaped courtyard.
Tenant agency fees: £240 administration fee per property, £48 referencing fee per Tenant / Guarantor.
· 2 bed, 10th floor luxury apartment · Bespoke granite kitchen with Miele appliances · Full use of spa, gym and swimming pool facilities · Harrods 24hr security and concierge · Energy Efficiency Rating Band B.
Charles House, W14 £1,050 PER WEEK
Luxury apartment in the prestigious new development, 375 Kensington High Street. This spacious apartment set in the heart of Kensington and Chelsea, offers unparalleled standard of living and convenience. Moments’ walk to Kensington Olympia Overground and the District Line. London’s most famous shopping destinations nearby including Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Sloane Street, Kensington Church Street. Close to open spaces including Kensington Gardens and Holland Park.
Tenant agency fees: £240 administration fee per property, £48 referencing fee per Tenant / Guarantor.
· 2 bed, 10th floor apartment · Bespoke granite kitchen with Miele appliances · Villeroy & Boch fitted bathroom and Bornbracht fixtures · Full use of spa, gym and swimming pool facilities · Harrods 24hr security and concierge · Available for immediate occupation · Includes secure underground car parking · Energy Efficiency Rating Band B.
Old Brompton Road, South Kensington SW5 A newly refurbished five bedroom lateral apartment (approx. 1,758 sq. ft.) in a sought after mansion block in South Kensington.The property is on the fourth floor (with lift) and benefits from 24-hour porterage and access to beautifully landscaped communal gardens. Accommodation comprises a spacious reception room, separate kitchen, master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, four further double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Coleherne Court is located on the Old Brompton Road, close to the shops and amenities of South Kensington and the surrounding areas. EPC rating C.
Share of Freehold Guide Price: ÂŁ2,650,000 020 7225 5911 andrew.gunnforbes@harrodsestates.com
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Cheyne Walk, Chelsea SW3 A well-proportioned two bedroom apartment quietly located on the first floor (with lift) of a popular Chelsea mansion block. The accommodation comprises a bright reception room, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms and a family bathroom. This south-west facing apartment benefits from 24-hour porterage and close proximity to the shops and restaurants of the Kings Road, as well as the River Thames. EPC rating D.
Leasehold approximately 69 years remaining Guide Price: ÂŁ1,800,000 020 7225 5911 andrew.gunnforbes@harrodsestates.com
KNIGHTSBRIDGE OFFICE: 82 BROMPTON ROAD LONDON SW3 1ER T: +44 020 7225 6506 MAYFAIR OFFICE: 61 PARK LANE LONDON W1K 1QF T: +44 020 7409 9001 CHELSEA OFFICE: 58 FULHAM ROAD LONDON SW3 6HH T: +44 (0) 20 7225 6700 HARRODSESTATES.COM
De Vere Gardens, Kensington, W8 A stone’s throw from Kensington Palace and Hyde Park, this two-bedroom apartment – available, furnished for long-term rentals – is situated in a quiet residential street within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants, health clubs and upmarket grocery stores. A doubleheight reception room, with French doors onto a private balcony, evokes a sense of space. Every room has surround sound and all audio-visual, lighting and blinds systems are controlled via iPad or iPhone. EPC rating C.
Price Per Week: £2,500 Plus property fees: £180 Admin & £220 Checkout. References: £42 per person* *http://www.harrodsestates.com/tenants
020 7225 5881 candice.fletcher@harrodsestates.com
KNIGHTSBRIDGE OFFICE: 82 BROMPTON ROAD LONDON SW3 1ER T: +44 020 7225 6506 MAYFAIR OFFICE: 61 PARK LANE LONDON W1K 1QF T: +44 020 7409 9001 CHELSEA OFFICE: 58 FULHAM ROAD LONDON SW3 6HH T: +44 (0) 20 7225 6700 HARRODSESTATES.COM
The Tower, One St George Wharf, Vauxhall, SW8 A truly stunning selection of bright, two bedroom apartments in this brand new, riverside development. The Tower offers superb amenities to residents, with a luxury gym, spa, cinema, swimming pool, 24 hour porter and underground parking. The properties are immaculately presented aand offer spacious accommodation benefiting from remarkable floor to ceiling windows as well as under floor heating. Available now for long term lets on a furnished or unfurnished basis. EPC rating B.
Prices from £1,400 per week Plus property fees: £180 Admin & £180 Checkout. References: £42 per person* *http://www.harrodsestates.com/tenants
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KNIGHTSBRIDGE OFFICE: 82 BROMPTON ROAD LONDON SW3 1ER T: +44 020 7225 6506 MAYFAIR OFFICE: 61 PARK LANE LONDON W1K 1QF T: +44 020 7409 9001 CHELSEA OFFICE: 58 FULHAM ROAD LONDON SW3 6HH T: +44 (0) 20 7225 6700 HARRODSESTATES.COM
Culford Gardens, Chelsea SW3 • 2 Bedrooms
• Terrace
• 2 Bathrooms (1 en suite)
• Lift
• Reception room
• Porter
• Kitchen
• Approx. 840 sq ft (78 sq m)
• Balcony
• EPC rating: current (C) potential (B)
“ A first floor flat situated moments from Sloane Square and the King’s Road”
Guide price £1,950,000 Leasehold with 70 years remaining
For more information call Simon Godson on 020 7306 1610 or email sgodson@waellis.com
W.A.Ellis LLP 174 Brompton Road London SW3 1HP
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Rutland Gate, Knightsbridge SW7 • 1 Bedroom
• Communal gardens
• 1 Bathroom
• Caretaker
• Drawing room
• Approx. 773 sq ft (71.81 sq m)
• Kitchen
• EPC rating: current (C) potential (B)
“ A ground floor flat in this prestigious stucco fronted terrace overlooking the communal gardens of this quiet and much favoured Knightsbridge square”
Guide price £1,950,000 Leasehold with 967 years remaining
For more information call Simon Godson on 020 7306 1610 or email sgodson@waellis.com
W.A.Ellis LLP 174 Brompton Road London SW3 1HP
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Gordon Place, Kensington W8 • 3 Double bedrooms
• Roof terrace
• 2 Bathrooms (1 en suite)
• Garden
• Reception room
• Approx. 1,276 sq ft (118 sq m)
• Kitchen / dining room
• EPC rating: current (D) potential (C)
“ A charming house situated in this quiet street in the heart of Kensington”
£2,000 per week Unfurnished
For more information call Lucy Morton on 020 7306 1630 or email lmorton@waellis.com
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W.A.Ellis will make an initial one-off tenancy agreement charge of £240 per tenancy plus £60 referencing charge per tenant. A minimum of six weeks’ rent will be required for all properties. For further details of our services and charges please visit waellis.com
Egerton Gardens, Knightsbridge SW3 • 3 Double bedrooms
• Fully fitted kitchen
• 3 Bathrooms (2 en suite)
• Roof terrace
• Guest cloakroom
• Approx. 1,670 sq ft (155 sq m)
• 2 Reception rooms
• EPC rating: current (D) potential (C)
“ A recently refurbished maisonette in this period building in the heart of Knightsbridge”
£1,695 per week Unfurnished
For more information call David Mills on 020 7306 1630 or email dmills@waellis.com
W.A.Ellis LLP 174 Brompton Road London SW3 1HP
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A stylish two bedroom, two bathroom maisonette offering modern kitchen and a very light reception room leading on to a private roof terrace. The property is quietly situated near Holland Park underground station.
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Holland Road, Holland Park, W14 £450 pw
A bright and airy two bedroom apartment located within easy reach of High Street Kensington, Holland Park and Westfield.
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Hot Property: Merchant Square A modern two-bedroom waterside apartment
This stunning two-bedroom two-bathroom apartment sits on a waterside setting in the heart of London. Complete with underground parking and 24-hour concierge service, Merchant Square has all the amenities required for comfortable modern living. The south-facing views over the Grand Union Canal provide the perfect backdrop to this impressive apartment, which measures some 968 sq ft and features a contemporary open-plan reception and kitchen, master bedroom with generous en-suite, second double bedroom and second bathroom. The property also comes with a useful and good-sized storage room at 161 sq ft. Paddington Basin is conveniently placed for walks to picturesque Hyde Park, Oxford Street, and a plethora of boutiques and restaurants. The location of the apartment offers easy access to the West End for a variety of theatre shows and performances, and to the prestigious shopping and cultural
Merchant Square, Paddington, W2 £1,380,000
precincts in Mayfair and Knightsbridge across the park. It is positioned tremendously well for a vast array of transport links from the Heathrow Express (which takes about 15 minutes to the airport) to Crossrail (to be completed in 2018), London Underground and many local buses.
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GLOUCESTER TERRACE, W2 £1,400,000
800 SQ FT / 76 SQ M | 1 BEDROOM | SHARE OF FREEHOLD | CITY OF WESTMINSTER
This beautiful and unique first floor apartment has been refurbished to the highest standard throughout. To the front is a spectacular west facing spacious reception room boasting two 10ft French windows with original shutters and immaculately preserved period features and benefits from a private balcony. At the rear of the property is the en-suite bedroom with floor to ceiling wardrobes, luxury bathroom finished with natural stone and zoned Sonos system throughout.
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HYDE PARK SQUARE HYDE PARK W2
ÂŁ3,750,000 share of freehold
3 bedrooms | double-aspect reception and kitchen | 3 bathrooms | communal gardens | lift | porter | Epc C An exquisite three-bedroom, three-bathroom lateral apartment, in a white stucco building with lift and resident porter on Hyde Park Square. This property effortlessly fuses modern design with traditional elements resulting in a superior finish using the finest materials and boasts a double-aspect reception and kitchen providing elegant living and entertaining space on one of London’s famous garden squares.
10 Clarendon Road London W11 3AA
020 7229 1414
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Hogarths EARLS COURT SQUARE SW5
• 2 beds • Lift • Garden
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• 2 beds • 2/3 beds • Lift • Lift • Garden • Private terrace • Share of freehold
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• 2/3 beds • Lift • Private terrace • Share of freehold
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£1,695,000 LEASEHOLD £1,695,000 LEASEHOLD
• TWO BEDROOMS • 39FT TERRACE • OPEN PLAN RECEPTION ROOM • TWO• BEDROOMS • 39FT TERRACE •AND OPEN PLAN RECEPTION NATURAL LIGHT • BATHROOM WET ROOM • EPC E •ROOM • NATURAL LIGHT • BATHROOM AND WET ROOM • EPC E •
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Contemporary two bedroom flat on the third floor of a modern block in a lovely tree lined street just off Fulham Road, close to shops and restaurants. Neutrally decorated and newly painted throughout the flat comprises reception room, modern eat in kitchen, two double bedrooms and bathroom with over bath shower.
Refurbished first floor flat in a well run portered block close to all the shops and restaurants of the Fulham Road and Kings Road. Immaculately presented having been redecorated in a neutral contemporary style with well proportioned accommodation including a kitchen/breakfast room.
TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS - RECEPTION ROOM EAT IN KITCHEN - BATHROOM - NEWLY REPAINTED PURPOSE BUILT - EPC RATING C
£550 PER WEEK
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£700 per week
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ENNISMORE GARDENS, SW7
BROMPTON SQUARE, SW3
A beautifully presented maisonette on the third and fourth floor of a townhouse which is located right in the heart of Knightsbridge, and benefits from a west facing roof terrace, master bedroom with dressing area, high ceilings and views over the communal gardens.
This elegant family house is situated on the west side of Brompton Square with a superb garden/terrace overlooking the Holy Brompton church. The house has a flexible layout with good reception areas and has a wonderful feeling which lends itself ideally to entertaining as well as family living.
THREE BEDROOMS - TWO BATHROOMS - TWO RECEPTION ROOMS - KITCHEN - ROOF TERRACE - UTILITY ROOM STUDY - EPC RATING C
£3,500 per week
UNFURNISHED
117 Sydney Street London SW3 6NR Lettings: 0207 351 7822 or info@hlrlets.com
FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS - THREE BATHROOMS DRAWING ROOM - DINING ROOM - CONSERVATORY UTILITY ROOM - TERRACE - EPC RATING D
£3,800 per week
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Draycott Place, SW3 855 SQ.FT / 82.2 SQ.M
A very light 2 bedroom flat in a charming red brick period building close to Sloane Square. Entered from the 2nd floor and comprising of reception room, kitchen, two double bedrooms, bathroom and a separate cloakroom/W. C.
Price: ÂŁ1,680,000 Share of Freehold sales@dominiclondon.com
Elvaston Place, SW7 855 SQ.FT / 82.3 SQ.M
A wonderfully spacious 2 bedroom raised ground floor flat with a magnificent south facing reception room, impressive fireplace and ornate high ceiling. The generous size master bedroom is quietly located at the rear of the building and has a beautiful leaded window.
Price: ÂŁ1,495,000 LEASEhold sales@dominiclondon.com 38 Gloucester Road, SW7
020 7590 9339
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OAKLEY STREET SW3 An immaculately presented, elegant freehold, white stucco fronted, period property benefiting from off street parking and a large manicured 36ft garden. Located on Oakley Street in the heart of Chelsea the property is moments away from the fantastic shops and restaurants of the Kings Road and Embankment.
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Road Rage The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) planners on the march: RBKC’s planning patrol has been rather active of late, serving up enforcement notices on 12 separate properties across the borough in June, and threatening to shut down three separate basement digs in South Kensington over traffic disruption. The basement projects – currently going on at properties along Clareville Grove and Clareville Street in SW7 – were, according to RBKC, granted planning permissions subject to a condition that disturbance to residents by construction traffic would be minimised. But, after a number of complaints, planners found “all three to be in breach of the requirements”. Various breach of condition and temporary stop notices were issued, meaning that any future breaches of the Construction Traffic Management Plan by the developers will be deemed a criminal offence. Each breach witnessed could lead to a maximum penalty of £20,000 in a magistrates’ court and unlimited if heard in a crown court. Twelve other properties were served with enforcement notices, including for an unauthorised roof light on Douro Place, an unauthorised roof terrace on Langton Street, two notices against works to a listed building on Holland Park Avenue, and a £15,000 fine – as well as a £25,350 confiscation and costs of over £3,500 – was issued over an illegal roof terrace on Portland Road.
Home and Away NICK CRAYSON enjoys the holiday season and encourages others to do the same
favourable auguries. A time to think about who we are, what we are doing and why. I certainly will be using the time to think about how we can further improve at Crayson. I am uncomfortable with being static and am always looking at innovating and changing if that is what is best. On that note I bid you farewell, adieu or, in my case, the Burmese “thwa dau mal”. Crayson, 10 Lambton Place, W11 2SH; 020 7221 1117; crayson.com
Is anyone there? I love being in London in August. Locally, I can get an instant table at Granger & Co and in some of the stuffier places in London they even seem happy to tell you that they do have a table available for that evening and I don’t even have to pretend to be Michael Caine, Sean Connery or Her Majesty. The journey into work is a dream and when the sun is shining (may it please continue) people are happy and pleasant and this area looks beautiful. Being in the agency business I often wonder about holiday strategy. Not wanting to lose out to other agents due to absence it’s tempting to be available even when away – however, the risk of too much rosé or raki can make a lack of WiFi rather more tempting. Luckily, I have a very capable co-director to keep the consistency. I did consider doing what most of the southern European countries do – just shut up shop for August entirely; but then just look at the Italian and Spanish economies! I think that I have come up with the perfect solution: stay around for the first two weeks in August to make sure that absolutely nothing is going on and then simply disappear on the pretence that you are off to do something useful. August is the perfect month for this and even the name implies some grand plan consecrated by the augurs, with
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Cottesmore Court, Kensington W8
An outstanding and beautifully presented four bedroom flat on the top floor of this well maintained portered block with excellent entertaining space and spectacular views.
ÂŁ3,750,000 Share of Freehold
1,859 sq ft (172.7 sq m) EPC Rating E Entrance hall | Drawing room | Kitchen | Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom | Three further bedrooms | Further bathroom | Shower room | Cloakroom | Two resident porters | Lift
Kensington 020 7938 3666 Kensington@struttandparker.com
Kensington Park Road, Notting Hill W11
A substantial six bedroom period family house, situated in the heart of Notting Hill, moments from Hyde Park.
ÂŁ3,500 per week* Unfurnished
2,874 sq ft (267.3 sq m) EPC Rating C Double reception room | Eat-in kitchen with stairs onto patio garden | Master bedroom suite | Four further double bedrooms | single bedroom | Three further bathrooms
Notting Hill Lettings 020 7221 1111 nottinghill.lettings@struttandparker.com
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Cathcart Road, London SW10
An immaculately presented five bedroom house offering generous accommodation and excellent entertaining space with the benefit of a delightful south facing garden and off street parking.
ÂŁ3,650 per week* Unfurnished
3,102 sq m (288 sq m) EPC Rating E Dining room | Kitchen | Double reception | Five bedrooms | Three bathrooms | Separate WC | Dressing room | Garden | Terrace | Garage
West Chelsea Lettings 020 7373 1010 Westchelsea.lettings@struttandparker.com
Cadogan Square, Chelsea SW1
A fantastic and well-proportioned split level apartment in the popular Cadogan Square conveniently located in between Chelsea and Knightsbridge.
ÂŁ2,500 per week* Furnished/Unfurnished
2,260 sq ft (209.95 sq m) EPC Rating C Reception room | Dining room | Kitchen | Two bedrooms | Three bathrooms | Balcony | Lift | Caretaker
Chelsea Lettings 020 7589 9966 chelsea@struttandparker.com
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Ile de Ré, near La Rochelle, France
A delightful eight bedroom house in the village of La Flotte. Isle de Ré has become hugely popular with its easy connection to La Rochelle and its airport. This 18th Century Ship owner’s house sits in a spacious and private garden, ideal for entertaining.
300 sq m, Plot size 640 sq m Eight bedrooms | Four bath/shower rooms | Electric heating and fireplace | Space for swimming pool | Automatic gates | Automated sprinkler and lighting system throughout garden
Lulu Egerton: 020 7225 3866 lulu.egerton@struttandparker.com
€1,990,000
Charente Valley, near Cognac, France
The Roman tower, originally built in 1100, was expanded in the 16th century to create this beautiful and historic chateau. In the 17th century the balustrade was added. Various parts of this fabulous chateau have been added to the list of historic monuments.
Living space – 700 sq m Smaller house – 200 sq m Farm & open barn – 370 sq m Farm apartment – 140 sq m
Lulu Egerton: 020 7225 3866 lulu.egerton@struttandparker.com
€1,890,000
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Foulis Terrace, South Kensington SW7
An exceptional five/six bedroom stucco fronted family house with elegant high ceilings and wonderfully proportioned wide rooms.
3,358 sq ft (312 sq m) EPC Rating E Dining room | Kitchen | Double drawing room | Master bedroom with en suite bathroom | Three further bedrooms with family bathroom | Bedroom five with en suite shower room | Bedroom six/playroom | Study | Guest cloakroom | Utility room | Kitchenette | Garden
Chelsea 020 7225 3866 Chelsea@struttandparker.com
ÂŁ7,950,000 Freehold
Stanford Road, Kensington W8
An impressive four bedroom semi-detached family house with the benefit of a garage, west-facing garden and terrace, situated in the highly regarded De Vere Conservation Area.
2,510 sq ft (233 sq m) EPC rating F Entrance hall | Drawing room | Sitting room | Kitchen/breakfast room | Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom | Three further bedrooms | Two further bathrooms | Cloakroom / utility room | Wine cellar | Store room | Terrace | Garden | Garage
Kensington 020 7938 3666 Kensington@struttandparker.com
ÂŁ5,250,000 Freehold
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