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My Fair Lady
The Fine Print
Freshly crowned ambassador for this year’s Investec Derby Festival, Emilia Fox talks the social season and Silent Witness
Prada, Dolce & Gabbana and Valentino give a masterclass in how to clash prints, from florals to geometric designs
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Henrietta Bredin previews the best of Opera Holland Park 2017, from old favourites to new productions
Artist Zoe Bradley’s butterfly installation for Harrods’ summer campaign is designed to leave you all a-flutter
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Welcome to the Club
The Serpentine unveils this year’s Summer Pavilion, this time designed by Burkinabé architect Diébédo Francis Kéré
Laura Jackson, co-founder of London’s coolest supper club, Jackson & Levine, shares her dinner party hacks
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On the Cover... On the cover of The Kensington & Chelsea Magazine, Emilia Fox sports designs by milliner and Investec Derby Festival fashion consultant Rachel Trevor-Morgan. The actress discusses being an ambassador for the British flat-racing event, socialseason dressing and Silent Witness on page 14. On the cover of The Notting Hill & Holland Park Magazine, Somerset House welcomes its new exhibition, Perfume: A Sensory Journey Through Contemporary Scent. Discover the fragrances on display – and the perfumers behind them – on page 71.
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From the EDITOR “Somebody phoned up on a Saturday evening and asked, very bluntly, for a table in half an hour for six people for Beyoncé — and I’d never heard of her... Later, I asked one of the waiters if they’d ever heard of her, and they got really excited and asked if she was coming in, and I said, ‘Well not anymore!’” One wouldn’t have thought it possible that someone hadn’t heard of Beyoncé, particularly the former maître d’ and now director of The Ivy, Fernando Peire. Suffice it to say, this has done nothing to tarnish the reputation of the famous restaurant, which has welcomed countless celebrities, politicians and members of royalty, and celebrates its centenary this year. The director shares his most memorable moments working there, from the time he met David Bowie to Princess Diana’s 30th birthday bash (p.96). Speaking of royalty, the British royal family has been dominating headlines even more of late, what with the announcement of Prince Philip’s retirement and Pippa Middleton’s wedding. Therefore, it seems a prudent time for the BBC to have chosen to shine a spotlight on them in its recently aired TV drama, King Charles III. Adapted for the screen from the 2014 stage production, it sparked controversy for its satirical plot which imagines Prince Charles’ ascent to the throne. However, as actor Oliver Chris – who plays the Duke of Cambridge – explains to Ellen Millard, this play shows how the royals are “an essential part of our cultural society and heritage”. See pages 38 to 39 for the full interview. While not technically royalty, Emilia Fox is part of a British acting dynasty and, like her family, has become a national treasure. This, along with her English-rose looks and natural charm, is what makes her the perfect choice as one of the ambassadors for this year’s Epsom Derby, Britain’s historic flat-racing event. She talks horse riding, motherhood and the key to the perfect hat with Jeremy Taylor on pages 14 to 16. For more outfit inspiration, turn to page 42, where Lauren Stevens presents the top tips given by experts about what to wear to this summer’s social season events, or head to pages 50 to 55, where we present our stylish take on British polo attire. With organisers constantly changing the sartorial rule book, no one wants to be caught out.
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INTERVIEW
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On-screen, Emilia Fox is known for her serious portrayal of Dr Nikki Alexander in BBC hit drama Silent Witness. Off-screen, she is recognised for her English rose looks and British sensibility. This year sees Fox star as the lead ambassador for the Investec Epsom Derby, Britain’s prestigious horse racing event. Jeremy Taylor reports There is no mistaking Emilia Fox as she bundles in to the Milestone Hotel in Kensington. The Silent Witness actress is dressed in skinny black jeans and a pink faux fur coat by Miranda Dunn, with ‘Fox’ emblazoned on the back (her daughter Rose has a matching one). She has a mobile phone glued to her ear and mouths an apologetic ‘sorry’ as we greet each other. Her blonde hair is tied back and she is burdened with several shopping bags. “Am I late? I’m sorry it’s been a busy day,” she explains as we wait for the lift. Fox apparently lives on her mobile phone – but don’t send her an email as she confesses that she has more than 19,000 waiting to be answered. “It’s terrible, I know,” she says with a guilty smile. “They go back years and I really should have a clear-out. Then something else happens and I never get around to it. I’m sure if it was something important, they would call.” With anyone else, this sort of behaviour might be considered a tad standoffish, but when it’s coming from Emilia Fox, it is impossible to feel aggrieved. Like the rest of her family – a rich acting dynasty that began with her parents Edward Fox and Joanna David (who, like the actress, live in west London) and now also includes her brother Freddie and cousin Laurence – Fox possesses an old-school British charm that is rarely seen in society today. This – along with her English-rose beauty, slim physique (making her the ideal clothes horse) and poise – is what made her the perfect choice as one of the ambassadors for this June’s Investec Derby Festival, Britain’s historic flatracing event which celebrates its 238th running this year. Looking relaxed and happy after a break from filming the last season of Silent Witness, which will air on BBC1 early in 2018, Fox, 42, sits down with me to discuss the new series, her childhood love of horse riding, and the key to a great hat.
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years and we are good friends. Luisa draws her inspiration from nature, which is perfect for a summery look. And the hat? I wear a lot of hats, but there’s nothing in my collection that would work for Epsom. The theme this year is ‘butterflies and flowers’, so I’m working on something with Rachel Trevor-Morgan. What are your beauty secrets? I do try to take care of my skin. I spend an hour a day in makeup for Silent Witness, so you learn a thing or two from some brilliant makeup artists. I also colour my hair – Errol Douglas in Knightsbridge has been looking after me for 20 years. When filming is done, how do you relax? My six-year-old daughter takes up the rest of my day. I’m lucky because the Silent Witness studio is only five minutes from where I live in west London. If I’m not in a scene and Rose is on school holidays, I can nip home to be with her. We live in a cottage-style house with a garden. That’s where I like to relax – it’s my oasis of calm. Being a single mum, there isn’t much time for anything else, although we do like to swim, or walk our two dachshunds, Dolly and Clive, in the park. What are your favourite events on the British social calendar? I don’t have time for the social season. Since 2004 I’ve filmed Silent Witness for seven months of every year. Production runs from April to November, so all the lovely festivals take place when I’m learning scripts. A treat might be going to the theatre. I’ve just been to see my brother Freddie in Tom Stoppard’s Travesties at the Haymarket. I hope to see my father in his one-man show about Sir John Betjeman too. It’s called Sand in the Sandwiches and goes on tour in May and June. [My daughter] Rose and I will have a holiday in August, but I’ve no idea where. Are you looking forward to your next lead role as an ambassador for the Investec Derby Festival at Epsom? I’ve never been to the Derby before, so it’s very exciting for me. Any excuse to get dressed up is an absolute treat when you’re a working mum. I also love horses – I rode as a child and Rose is now having lessons. She’s already much better than me. What are you planning to wear? Well, that’s the lovely thing about the Derby – everybody makes an effort. It’s quintessentially British and I’ve put a lot of thought into what I’ll wear. I’ve chosen a dress by my favourite designer, Luisa Beccaria. I’ve known her family for
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Who have you inherited the gardening gene from? I grew up living in both London and Dorset, where my parents have a house close to the Jurassic Coast. My childhood was all about playing on the beach, making scrapbooks and learning about nature. The house down there is idyllic and unspoilt. Both my parents love to be in the garden. Mum is brilliant with pot plants and dad is an expert pruner. They have helped fill my garden with lavender, tulips and lots of roses. Your character was buried alive in a wooden coffin in Mexico and almost died in the last episode of Silent Witness. How difficult was that to film? We spent a week on that shoot and it was really tough. The film crew was always there, but because I had no other actors to interact with, I felt very lonely. You start to think about all sorts of things and the days dragged on. All I had for company was a scorpion. Silent Witness characters have been killed off in the past – will you survive season 21? We discussed this a lot after the Mexico drama. There will be some fall-out from what happened but I don’t get to see the scripts, so I have no idea what the future holds. Emilia Fox is an ambassador for the Investec Derby Festival, 2-3 June, investec.com/derbyfestival
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Chord Henrietta Bredin previews the best of Opera Holland Park 2017, from old favourites and new productions to the established and rising stars of the company
nce a year, as the English summer does its best to be summery, Holland Park opens its gates to an enterprising, ever more popular and successful opera festival. Seating is erected, sets built, a lighting rig assembled, additional loos installed and bars stocked with wine and champagne for audience members, young and old, aficionados and enthusiasts alike – who have received more of these this year so as to avoid impatient queues during the intervals. Singers and orchestral players will have been rehearsing for weeks – the standards are high and the repertory is both challenging and varied. As ever, the sound of sopranos running through their warm-up arpeggios may find competition from the diva peacocks already in residence. Opera Holland Park was founded by Michael Volpe under the auspices of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in 1996, with James Clutton joining in 2000. They now run it as an independent company – although they continue to maintain and build very close links with the local community. Over the years, they have presented an assorted operatic mix of the familiar and the overlooked, with a
particular fondness for the Italian 19th-century repertory – the more full-blooded and over-the top, the better. This has meant performances of, for example, Giordano’s Fedora, with its plot that moves from St. Petersburg to the Bernese Oberland and includes an assassination attempt, a bicycle ride and a suicide by poison concealed inside a Byzantine cross; and Mascagni’s Iris, in which the heroine is kidnapped and imprisoned in a brothel, that she mistakenly believes to be paradise, and ends up dying in a sewer. The title role of Iris was sung in 2016 by Anne Sophie Duprels, a soprano with an unrivalled ability to wring out the emotions and reveal depths of heart-rending vulnerability. She will return this year in Leoncavallo’s Zazà which, unusually for a verismo opera, has an everyday relevance to which modern-day audiences can relate. "Most people haven’t experienced their partner being shot in front of them at dawn on the ramparts of the Castel Sant’Angelo, like Puccini’s Tosca," Clutton admits. "But most of us know what it’s like to come to a point in a relationship where you are forced to accept that it’s just not working. That’s what happens in Zazà and it’s incredibly moving and immediate." And speaking of Puccini, one of his less well-known operas, La rondine (The Swallow), will open the season on 1 June, celebrating the centenary of its first performance
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OHP’s specially-commissioned family production Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland celebrates its fifth year. Photography: Alex Brenner for Opera Holland Park
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in 1917. It’s a bittersweet tale of love and separation, with music that swells and soars and catches the heart, and it was so popular at OHP in 2011 that it’s back again, in a new production. To get a taste of the delights in store, have a look on YouTube at the flash mob spectacle that OHP sprang on delighted customers at the Warwick Road branch of Tesco, when the singers Seán Ruane and Kate Ladner burst into an unexpected duet from the opera, joined by members of the chorus. This time round, the two leads will be Elizabeth Llewellyn, a favourite with OHP, having previously sung as Fiordiligi in Mozart’s Così fan tutte and the Countess in The Marriage of Figaro, and Matteo Lippi, an Italian tenor making his debut with the company. One of Clutton’s greatest skills is spotting and promoting up-and-coming talent. It’s a wonderful opportunity for young singers and a chance for audience members to hear experienced performers alongside those beginning their careers. The company runs a Young Artists scheme and puts on a performance each year, in which singers who
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are mostly still at college, and may be singing in the chorus and understudying main roles in productions at Holland Park, get the chance to present a complete opera from the season, with full orchestra and chorus, at a reduced price for the paying public. This summer, on 22 June, it’s Don Giovanni, with the lead singer from the main cast, Ashley Riches, in the title role. As he says: "It’s a special opportunity to experience all the demands (and excitement) of a full show and for the audience to hear and meet the next generation of performers." And, of course, he gets to sing the greatest anti-hero in opera, the irresistible libertine and amoral seducer who lives every moment as if it were his last. For Janáček’s Kát'a Kabanová, there’s a cast of top international standing by any reckoning, led by Julia Sporsén, Anne Mason, Peter Hoare and Nicky Spence, and conducted by Sian Edwards. In Clutton’s opinion, "It’s a perfect first opera. If you’ve never seen any form of opera before and you don’t know what to expect, this is music and drama combined to the absolute maximum effect – it will really knock you out.” Last but resoundingly not least is OHP’s hit family opera: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, dubbed by Suzy Klein of BBC Radio 3 as "pure, life-affirming joy". It was the company’s first commission and first world premiere, a family show by composer Will Todd and writer Maggie Gottlieb that saw the light of day in 2013 and hit its 85th performance at the end of the 2016 summer season. It’s back on Holland Park’s Yucca Lawn in July and will almost certainly sell out as children and grown-ups who already love it come back to enjoy it again, and new audiences come to find out what all the fuss is about. "We’re as proud of that show as of anything we've done,” says Clutton, “and we’re repeating the special relaxed performances for autistic kids and their families,
Don Giovanni, artwork: Caroline Blackburn
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La rondine, artwork: Caroline Blackburn
OHP is an annual explosion of operatic excitement that has come to attract audiences from afar as well as getting in lots of school groups and linking up with the local branch of the Royal National Institute of Blind People." And it has had fantastic feedback: "Best show I’ve ever seen – it makes you have wonderful dreams", said Sofia, aged 8, while the Poole family commented: "The caterpillar was cool and we loved moving from scene to scene.” Whatever you choose – and don’t limit yourself to a single outing – OHP is an annual explosion of operatic excitement that has come to attract audiences from afar, covering the whole of London and going out even further afield. Book your tickets now. Investec Opera Holland Park 2017, 1 June – 29 July, from £50 for tickets, operahollandpark.com
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Baby Bloomer Entry into the prestigious house of Louis Vuitton can now be taken in small steps thanks to the brand’s new miniature jewellery collection, Colour Blossom BB. The brand’s signature quatrefoil (or four petal flower) monogram that was first used on its steamer trunks in the 19th century has been refashioned onto necklaces, bracelets, earrings in vibrant new colourways for spring/summer. Malachite, lapis lazuli, turquoise and blush mother-of-pearl are just some of the materials that have been used to bring the petals to life. With prices starting from an accessible £1,210, we predict there will be quite a few being sported on the Riviera this summer. Colour Blossom BB, from £1,210, uk.louisvuitton.com Colour Blossom BB collection, image courtesy of: Louis Vuitton
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Continuing its mission to target millennials this year, French jeweller Chopard has launched a new wearable and accessible jewellery collection. Named Ice Cube Pure, the minimalist line features a simple, geometric design created for the 21stcentury woman who wants to define her own style. The versatile range of rings, earrings and necklaces can be worn on their own or stacked up in a combination of yellow, white and rose gold. Furthermore, each piece has been made from ethical Fairmined-certified gold and with sustainability being the buzzword of the 2010s, this is very much a statement of modern times. Cool and contemporary, the collection signals a refreshing new direction for the brand. Ice Cube Pure, from £560, chopard.com
Eugenie Niarchos – who has already built up a celebrity following with her jewellery brand Venyx – has been quoted saying that out of famous women, she would most love to see Florence Welch and Khaleesi from Game of Thrones wear her pieces. And given the audaciousness of her latest collection, they seem entirely fitting ambassadors. Elementa has been inspired by the four elements – fire, earth, water and air – each of which have been represented by a different stone. We love the Aruna ring, which captures the reddish glow of the rising sun with orange and yellow sapphires, 18-karat yellow gold and a central 2.37-carat carnelian. £7,500 for the Aruna ring, venyxworld.com
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Forget Me Not Harry Winston caused quite an Instagram frenzy at its most recent press day: the brand embraced spring (despite the rain outside) by transforming its boutique into a garden filled with flowers to celebrate the launch of its new collection, Forget-Me-Not. The jewellery house has a long history of drawing on nature for inspiration and the latest line reimagines the wildflower in seven delicate pieces featuring round brilliant, pear-shaped and marquise-cut diamonds. From a selection, harrywinston.com
June babies will no doubt be aware that their month’s birthstone is the pearl – and with contemporary jewellers continuing to come up with innovative designs to transform this gem, they are quite spoilt for choice. Case in point is Autore, a South Sea Australian pearl farmer which for the past 25 years has done wonders to change the perception of pearl jewellery as being old-fashioned and show it in a fresh new light. This was highlighted at this year’s Baselworld, where it unveiled its new collection, Stardust. Transcending the barriers of traditional pearl jewellery, pieces have been inspired by the cosmos and capture the solar system with swirling rings, spiralling pendants and orbiting earrings. POA, autorepearls.com.au
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Full Service Meet the man taking the sting out of watch repairs Once you’re out of warranty, sending your treasured timepiece in for a service can leave your wallet several hundred pounds lighter and your wrist bare for the best part of three months. Step in Oliver Pollock, founder of Luxury Watch Repairs
WATCH ON FILM Luxury Watch Repairs will take pictures of the movement inside your watch. For a £50 premium, the company will also position a camera over a watchmaker’s workspace and create a time-lapse video of your timepiece being serviced.
How did you get into the watch game? After university, I started trading new and pre-owned Rolexes. I built up a large client base, first private and then trade. I started supplying a lot of stores that were selling pre-owned watches around Europe. What inspired the idea for Luxury Watch Repairs? It was very organic. I was doing more and more favours for friends and then started servicing for the stores we were supplying watches to. We built a workshop in Hatton Garden in 2015, did some basic advertising, and suddenly we were receiving between 20 and 30 watches a day. What’s your USP? Our level of customer service and standard of watchmakers. If you send a watch for repair, you want to know when it’s going to come back, you want updates, you want to know how much it’s going to cost. Our customers order a pre-paid envelope online and receive it through their letter box the next day. It’s fully tracked and insured to £25,000. We’ll send you a confirmation email within one hour of receiving your watch and get a quote to you within three working days.
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What’s your average turnaround time? We aim for between two and three weeks. We allow three working days for quotation and around 10 days for servicing, subject to inspection. Could you get my watch back to me within one week? Potentially – if it’s a small job and not a full service. With something like a Daytona, we’d allow for four days testing and a day and a half to service. Then we’d test it. If it comes off test and it’s gaining 10 seconds a day, we wouldn’t want to give it back. A full refurbishment and polish to showroom new can be completed within one to two days. Can you handle complications? Yes. Our watchmakers have all worked for the brands we work with – Rolex, Omega and Breitling, mostly. We are a level three-approved service centre for Swatch Group – the highest you can get. Our senior watchmaker was at Rolex for 14 years. They know the movements, they know the cases. They can handle complications, they can handle chronographs. We had a £90,000 Patek Philippe perpetual calendar come in recently. What watch do you wear? A 12-year-old rose-gold Rolex Cellini. I sent a note out to every trader I knew saying that, “If you see this watch, buy it – I’ll have it off of you.” It took me a year to find it through a trader in Germany. I also have a Submariner with a tritium dial. It’s one of the last watches they made in tritium, so it’s gone a lovely purple colour. Full Rolex, Cartier, Breitling and Omega servicing from £260, luxurywatchrepairs.com
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The ever-evolving world of Cartier will be revealed at the Design Museum this month with a truly eye-opening exhibition, curated by Lord Norman Foster. Laura McCreddie-Doak finds out more Like so many of the historic luxury jewellers that line New Bond Street, people often think they know Cartier. Some merely associate it with its iconic Love bangle, while, for others, it is synonymous with such horological icons as the Santos or the Tank. Now, the lesser known aspects of the French house and Louis Cartier, grandson of the founder, will be brought to the fore when the Design Museum opens its new exhibition, Cartier in Motion. The history of the French jeweller will be explored through objects, models and graphics, and the timeline will run from 1875 right through to the present day, charting the influences that helped shape the house into what it is today. It has been divided into three themes – Paris, the avant-garde and the advent of the wristwatch – but will also consider Cartier’s post-war evolution, advancements in aviation and how this inspired Louis Cartier, and the importance of craftsmanship. “Cartier has an impressive track record of working with museums around the world,” explains Deyan Sudjic, director of the Design Museum, which recently relocated to the Grade II-listed Commonwealth Institute on High
Street Kensington, which was designed in 1962 by Robert Matthew Johnson Marshall & Partners. “The house has a remarkable collection, and an intriguing history. But what fascinated me most was to see the way that it continues to make objects that people value at a time when the digital revolution has made so many of the things that we once used to measure our lives redundant.” The exhibition has been designed and curated by Lord Norman Foster, the renowned British architect responsible for The Gherkin in London and most recently, the Apple Store in Hangzhou, eastern China. Lord Foster has not only brought together notable Cartier creations and set them within the artistic, architectural and design contexts of their times, but has also directed a film comprising historical footage, which will form an important part of the display. “Norman Foster is fascinated by the connections between the pioneers of early flight and engineering – Alberto Santos-Dumont, Gustave Eiffel, and Louis Cartier,” says Sudjic. “They knew each other and they were looking for new ways of doing things. Norman has
Clockwise from top left: Crash watch; Tonneau wristwatch, Cartier Paris, 1915, photography: Vincent Wulveryck @Cartier; archives photograph of the replica of the Question Mark, Cartier New York, 1933, courtesy of: Archives @Cartier
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Clockwise from top left: Catherine Deneuve at the Cannes International Film Festival in 1965, wearing the Baignoire model, courtesy of: R.A. / Gamma; paper knife with watch, Cartier Paris, 1930, photography: Nick Welsh, courtesy of: Collection Cartier; pocket watch, Cartier Paris, photography: Vincent Wulveryck, courtesy of: Collection Cartier; desk set with clock, Cartier Paris for Cartier New York, photography: Nick Welsh, courtesy of: Cartier Collection
Below: Tank wristwatch, Cartier Paris 1920, photography: Vincent Wulveryck, courtesy of: Cartier Collection; Tortue two time zones, Cartier 2008, Collection Privée, Cartier Paris, photography: ©Cartier 2000; Santos de Cartier wristwatch with self-winding movement, photography: Vincent Wulveryck, courtesy of: Cartier Collection
recreated a dinner party that Santos-Dumont staged in his Paris apartment with specially made tables and chairs tall enough to reach the ceiling. He was trying to give his guests an idea of what flight would be like.” It was this association and friendship with SantosDumont that led to the house’s first wristwatch being created. Louis Cartier gave Santos-Dumont a watch that he could wear on his wrist when flying, which allowed him to keep both hands on the plane’s controls. Replacing the traditional pocket watch, its design references the Art Deco period, while also incorporating more modern, industrial elements. It is without question an integral part of Cartier’s history, so rather than simply illustrate this momentous piece of horological history with a display showing a
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collection of vintage Santos watches, Lord Foster has gone one better by emphasising the connection between the Santos and aeronautics. This means that a full-size replica of the Demoiselle – the aircraft that SantosDumont flew around the Eiffel Tower – will be taking centre stage. “Getting it into the building wasn’t easy,” says Sudjic, wryly. Slightly easier to install was the administrative archives, which contain a goldmine of fascinating information, from the original drawings of key creations to the account books and patents. These sources provide a rare insight into how this now-legendary name did things and lay bare the intimate relationships Louis Cartier had with incredibly influential people, such as the Rothschild family and the Russian tsars. Cartier in Motion also reveals much about Louis Cartier and his place among an elite circle of of pioneers during the 20th century and how he created everyday accessories to cater to this flamboyant society. Talk of planes and quirky dining chairs might cause watch enthusiasts some concern, but they shouldn’t worry because, for Sudjic, it all comes back to the timepieces. “The Santos is the key: it was Cartier’s response to the practical needs of his friend, Santos-Dumont, a timepiece designed to be worn in the wrist, and so a whole new category of objects had been invented. “It was really a kind of flight instrument, so the simplicity and the frank expression of the details came naturally,” he continues. “They reflected Cartier’s own tastes, as well as the modernism in architecture and design that was building up in the early 20th century.” In scope and in scale, this ambitious and unique exhibition, which runs almost the full gamut of Cartier’s history, feels like a fitting tribute to a maison that was once described by King Edward VII as the “jeweller of kings…and the king of jewellers”. Cartier in Motion, 25 May – 28 July, designmuseum.org
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Race against time The Reverso was originally created in India in 1931 for British soldiers, who had started playing polo as a gentleman’s sport at this time and whose watches were often shattered during matches. Swiss watchmaker Jacques-David LeCoultre was called upon to create a timepiece that was robust enough to withstand the game, yet formal enough to wear with the soldiers’ uniforms. The result was an elegant dress watch which could slide and flip to protect the crystal and dial from impact. Having celebrated its 85th anniversary last year, JaegerLeCoultre’s iconic Reverso remains popular among collectors and this month, auction house Christie’s will unveil a special exhibition of these exquisitely crafted watches at its South Kensington showroom. Until 9 June, Christie’s South Kensington, christies.com
1948 Reverso with silvered dial, Jaeger-LeCoultre, photography: @Gilles Pernet
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Masterpiece London The eighth edition of the cross-disciplinary fine art and antiques fair will land on Chelsea Embankment in June. Camilla Apcar cherry-picks the trends to look out for Last year, 40,000 visitors flocked to learn about and acquire works of art at Masterpiece London. Although every piece on show is for sale, the fair is also a chance to meet gallerists and discover ancient and contemporary art – and everything in between. “Masterpiece is unique in how it arranges and mixes the exhibitors, who bring six millennia of art from
all over the world,” says chairman Philip Hewat-Jaboor. “It offers an unrivalled opportunity to be exposed to this extraordinary range of beautiful works of art under one roof.” This year’s edition will reflect the taste for modern British and Italian art that has heightened over the past few years. Osborne Samuel, Robin Katz Fine Art and Piano Nobile will exhibit works by Henry Moore, Howard Hodgkin, Bridget Riley and Barbara Hepworth. “Modern British art was an undervalued section for the market for so long,” says gallerist Lyndsey Ingram, who specialises in this field as well as prints. “As some other areas of the market have become so expensive in the past few years, people are starting to look for good opportunities elsewhere. Modern British work is fresh and exciting. It is as relevant as American artists working at the same time, whose work can be prohibitively expensive.” Part of the era’s appeal is colour, says HewatJaboor. “People want striking works in general, whether that’s a Patrick Heron painting or a Roman head. I think
Clockwise from top left: Patrick Caulfield, Still Life: Maroochydore, 1980-1981, courtesy of: Offer Waterman; Agnews and Galerie Chenel at Masterpiece 2016, photography: Andy Barnham; David Hockney, Rue de Seine, 1971, courtesy of: Lyndsey Ingram
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Yayoi Kusama, Pumpkin, 1995, courtesy of: Vertes Sarcophagus fragment depicting a nereid, marble, early 3rd century AD, courtesy of: Ariadne Galleries
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there’s a need for visual immediacy in works that people are collecting these days.” Ursula Casamonti is director of Tornabuoni Art London, which specialises in post-war Italian art. “Italian Pop artists such as Tano Festa and Franco Angeli are performing very well at auctions,” she says. “It shows growing interest in artists other than Lucio Fontana and Alighiero Boetti. While the latter remain on the upper end of the market due to the historic importance of their work and their influence on younger generations of artists, Festa and Angeli provide a new attraction for collectors.” More Italian masters such as Alberto Burri, Michelangelo Pistoletto and Fontana will be presented at Masterpiece by Mazzoleni, M & L Fine Art, Cortesi Gallery and Repetto Gallery. Works on paper are also a focus at this year’s fair, especially by titans such as Pablo Picasso, David Hockney, Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol. Sims Reed Gallery, LongSharp Gallery, William Weston Gallery and Offer Waterman are among the exhibitors showcasing the medium. “You can buy superb works on paper by leading artists at a fraction of the cost of their works on canvas,” says Ingram. “They are often more intimate and spontaneous. They provide a different perspective on the artist’s work, which some people prefer to the more formal quality of painting.” 29 June – 5 July, South Grounds, The Royal Hospital Chelsea, SW3, masterpiecefair.com
Philip Hewat-Jaboor Chairman My highlights this year include Masterpiece Presents, an immediate and perhaps unexpected introduction to the fair, which features a large-scale work by renowned Chilean artist Iván Navarro, specially commissioned by Paul Kasmin Gallery.
Some people suspect we are more anchored in classical or traditional fields, but we’ve always been strong in contemporary design, furniture and jewellery. It’s important to keep abreast of trends without leaving areas we’ve always covered behind.
Without question, beauty and the old connoisseurial taste are coming back into fashion, such as 18th-century furniture, where people are coming to understand the context of those works of art.
I’m always very wary of investment, as I strongly believe you have to buy what you like – you get the best return on pleasure and mental stimulation.
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Eyes of the universe earrings, Wallace Chan, 2017, courtesy of: Wallace Chan
Shards and voxel Sèvres vase, Michael Eden, 2017, and Sèvres soft-paste porcelain vase, c.1765, courtesy of: Adrian Sassoon Franck Evennou, floor lamp, 2017, courtesy of: Galerie Mathivet
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Bright and Bold Now in its 45th year, The Art & Antiques Fair at Olympia gathers 160 of Europe’s leading specialist dealers of art, objects and furniture of the highest calibre. One of the fair’s highlights, exhibited by Boccara, will be Serpent Noir, a wool tapestry designed by Sonia Delaunay. Marking the artist’s oscillation between the reinterpretation of ancient objects and the creation of new forms, the tapestry forms a pseudo-triptych representing the different periods of Delaunay’s works. Running alongside the fair will be a programme of free interior design talks given by experts. A Mosimann’s run champagne bar will be just the place to meet friends for a restorative glass of fizz. The Art & Antiques Fair, Olympia, Hammersmith Road, W14, 26 June – 2 July, olympia-art-antiques.com
Enlightened Princesses
Tribal Art Smaller, more niche fairs are becoming increasingly important in the capital’s thriving art world – case in point, the London Antique Textiles & Tribal Art Fair. Visitors this year will be able to choose from a vast range of antique textiles and buttons, French brocades, flapper dresses, lace, tapestries, quilts, jewellery, costumes and much more, from fifty international specialist dealers. Now in its 17th year, the fair attracts interior designers, as well as collectors and people interested in crafts and vintage. London Antique Textiles & Tribal Art Fair, 11 June, Olympia Hilton Hotel, 380 Kensington High Street, W1, pa-antiques.co.uk
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From 22 June, Kensington Palace celebrates a trio of German princesses – Caroline of Ansbach, Augusta of Saxe-Gotha and Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz – who married into the British royal family in the 18th century. Through their wide-ranging cultural, political and social interests, they helped to shape their world. Joanna Marschner, senior curator at Historic Royal Palaces, says, “Until this point, their contributions have been little understood and it is the aim of this exhibition to demonstrate how they influenced their era in the most vibrant of ways.” The exhibition includes personal possessions, such as Charlotte’s hand-embroidered needlework pocketbooks and pastels by royal children, as well as masterpieces from Sir Joshua Reynolds, George Stubbs, Thomas Gainsborough and William Kent, to name a few. 22 June – 12 November 2017, Kensington Palace, Kensington Gardens, W8, Images courtesy of: Kensington Palace hrp.org.uk/KensingtonPalace
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Cabinet of Curiosities From 4 May, Islamic art specialist Oliver Hoare will show his latest exhibition dedicated to rare and curious objects from 5,000 years of civilisation. Highlights include a 13th-century drinking vessel bearing the seal of Möngke Khan, grandson of Genghis Khan, a silver skull pomander believed to have been owned by King James II, and a 2,000-year-old Mexican stargazer. These will be displayed in the former studio of the artist Sir John Lavery, R.A., who occupied the space from 1899 until his death and hosted celebrated sitters, including King George V, Winston Churchill and Oscar Wilde. 4 May - 5 July, 5 Cromwell Place, SW7
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L-R: Death of a Working Hero, 2016; Tapestry 250 x 200 cm 98 3/8 x 78 3/4, ©Grayson Perry, Paragon Press and Victoria Miro, London, photography: Stephen White; Puff Piece, 2017. ©Grayson Perry and Victoria Miro, London, photography: Angus Mill
With an exhibition title such as this, Grayson Perry has a lot to live up to with his new artworks display, The Most Popular Art Exhibition Ever! Coinciding with the date of the upcoming general election and the anniversary of the Brexit vote, it will explore how art can help ordinary people in these uncertain times. The politically active, cross-dressing British artist, who nicknamed himself “the transvestite potter”, explains: “I am in the communication business and want to communicate to as wide an audience as possible. Nothing pleases me more than meeting someone at one of my exhibitions from what museum people call ‘a non-traditional background’.” On display will be a huge array of Perry’s lovingly crafted, idiosyncratic ceramics, prints, bronzes and tapestries. He continues, “The new works I am making all have ideas about popularity hovering around them. What kind of art do people like? What subjects? Why do people like going to art galleries these days? What is the relationship of traditional art to social media?” Keep your eyes peeled for two enormous new pots, one for the brexiteers and one for the remainers covered with Perry’s trademark quirky, political images. Grayson Perry: The Most Popular Art Exhibition Ever! 8 June – 10 September, Serpentine Gallery, Kensington Gardens, W2, sponsored by Mulberry, serpentinegalleries.org
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Memory Game
The Royal College of Art’s annual graduate show offers visitors the chance to see the freshest contemporary art in London today. It is the most varied of the summer shows, displaying everything from sculpture, ceramics and glassware to photography, paintings and textiles, all of which is available to buy. With its alumni numbering art luminaries David Hockney, Tracey Emin, Sir Peter Blake and Frank Auerbach, the students at the Royal College of Art have plenty of stimulus. The show is often frequented by art dealers and collectors hunting for the best new creative talent. Royal College of Art Show 2017, 25 June – 2 July, Kensington Gore, SW7 and RCA Battersea, Hester Road, SW11, rca.ac.uk/show2016
Abu Dhabi performing arts centre by Zaha Hadid, courtesy of: London Festival of Architecture 2017
The London Festival of Architecture returns for its 13th year this June, offering a programme of 450 exhibitions, events and installations taking on this year’s ‘memory’ theme. Expect a retrospective of Dame Zaha Hadid’s best work, a walking tour of the landmark buildings featured in Alfred Hitchcock’s films and a chance to peek inside the Trellick Tower as comedic performers and modernist design lovers Tim Ross and Kit Warhurst turn the space into a stage for one night only. Don’t miss it. 1-30 June, for more information, visit: londonfestivalofarchitecture.org
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For the Art South Kensington’s 1-5 Cromwell Place is being converted into an innovative space to house up to 30 new art galleries. The project, which will be conducted on behalf of South Kensington Estates and executed by Buckley Gray Yeoman architects, will see the five townhouses, once home to the painter Sir John Lavery, transformed into offices, exhibition spaces, art storage and viewing rooms. Due for completion in 2019, Cromwell Place, SW7, cromwellplace.com
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Man-Made June will see the streets of Kensington & Chelsea decorated with art installations as part of the annual InTransit Festival. Artists will explore the theme of ‘Island Life’, discussing the concept of community and isolation within an urban environment. Highlights will include a series of large-scale sandcastles made in collaboration with the Museum of Architecture, as well as an immersive exploration of JG Ballard’s novel Concrete Island. 9-25 June, intransitfestival.co.uk
Charlie Warde on an unbuilt spur of Westway Flyover, courtesy of: InTransit Festival
Top Score To celebrate what would have been Elmer Bernstein’s 95th birthday, the Royal Albert Hall will pay tribute to the great film composer, who died in 2004 and was one of the most respected of his generation. This European premiere show will see some of Bernstein’s greatest work, including soundtracks from The Magnificent Seven and The Great Escape, performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and conducted by his son, Peter. The show will also feature the first ever public performances of some of the composer’s rarest pieces. 18 June, from £29, Royal Albert Hall, SW7, royalalberthall.com
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Out to Play British playwright Alice Birch brings her latest production Anatomy of a Suicide to the stage at Sloane Square’s Royal Court Theatre. Created in collaboration with Katie Mitchell OBE – with whom Birch also worked on Ophelias Zimmer, which ran at the Royal Court last year – the new production is about three generations of women who are dealing with the chaos of what has come before them. 3 June – 8 July, from £12, Royal Court Theatre, SW1W, royalcourttheatre.com
Nosy Parker The Open Garden Squares weekend returns this month to unlock the city’s most exclusive green spaces, allowing visitors to nose around some of London’s most beautiful private gardens. Explore an array of locations, ranging from historic and traditional to new and experimental gardens, including roof gardens, community allotments and hidden green spaces found on railway platforms and on water. Local participating gardens include Notting Hill’s Museum of Brands, Packaging & Advertising, and The Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, among others. 17-18 June, from £10, opensquares.org
A unique pair of caricature maps of Europe from before and after the Crimean War, £25,000 for both, images courtesy of: London Map Fair
Map it Out In its 38th year, Europe’s largest antique map fair will once again take place at the Royal Geographical Society at Kensington Gore. Priced from £10 to more than £100,000, the antique pieces up for grabs include a copy of the first English county atlas, which was published in 1579 – one of the earliest national surveys of any kind, and the first uniformly conceived cartographic survey of England and Wales. Valued at £5 in 1585, the atlas is now worth £125,000. 17-18 June, Royal Geographical Society, Kensington Gore, SW7, londonmapfairs.com
Our House Garden and interiors enthusiasts should head down to the House & Garden Festival, hosted at Kensington Olympia this summer. The four-day fair will bring together three major lifestyle events – The Spirit of Summer Fair, The House Fair and Grow London – where visitors can explore and shop products from more than 500 brands and be inspired by talks, demonstrations and workshops conducted by leading interior and garden experts. 21-24 June, from £16, Olympia London, W14, houseandgardenfestival.com
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africa Rebecca Wallersteiner speaks to the Burkinabé architect behind this summer’s new Serpentine Pavilion, Diébédo Francis Kéré, about his inspirations isitors to the Serpentine Summer Pavilion over the past 17 years are used to seeing some strange sights. Launched in 2000, the annual series presents the work of internationally acclaimed architects, who are called upon to create a unique, temporary structure that resides in Kensington Gardens for the the summer duration. Last year, Londoners and tourists alike were bowled over by Bjarke Ingels’ modern-day pyramid; the year before that, they were floored by José Selgas’ psychedelic tunnel inspired by the London Underground.
For 2017, visitors can expect a more pared-back, but nonetheless impressive structure, designed by award-winning architect Diébédo Francis Kéré. The huge wooden disc, supported by a central steel framework, strongly resembles a satellite dish, but has in fact been inspired by the architect’s roots, as he wanted to capture
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Clockwise from top left: Serpentine Pavilion 2017 designed by Kéré Architecture, design render ©Kéré Architecture; Gando Primary School, Gando, Burkina Faso, 2008 ©Erik Jan Ouwerkerk; Kéré Architecture Camper Pop-up Shop at Vitra, Weil am Rhein, Germany, 2015 ©Vitra, photography: Eduardo Perez; Serpentine Pavilion 2017 designed by Kéré Architecture, design render ©Kéré Architecture
his hometown of Gando, a village in Burkina Faso in western Africa, and place it in the heart of west London. Central to Kéré’s inspiration is the concept of the tree as a meeting place. For thousands of years, Gando’s villagers have come together under the shades of trees to exchange news, discuss business, gossip and seek advice on their love lives, sheltered from the scorching sun. He explains how he wanted to emulate this sense of community in the capital. “The design of my pavilion is meant to enhance visitors’ experience of nature, not only the landscape, but also the wind, sun and rain. It creates a new enclosure in the park for people to come together, learn new things, have conversations and celebrate exciting events,” says Kéré. The expansive roof, made from recycled timber, has therefore been modelled on a tree’s canopy. Meanwhile, the inside has been enclosed by curving blue walls built from wooden blocks in a textile-like pattern, in reference to special clothing worn by young men in his village for festivities. Although the supporting steel framework appears delicate, it is actually very strong – so strong, in fact, that it is able to support the 10-metre cantilever of the roof. “The massive canopy structure almost appears as if it is floating,” comments Kéré. “It is very dramatic!” Until now, the pavilions have showcased the work of contemporary British and western artists. Kéré is the first African architect to be chosen for the prestigious
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commission. Hans Ulrich Obrist and Yana Peel, directors of the Serpentine, comment: “Kéré’s pavilion will highlight the power of simplicity by reducing architecture to its core elements... We share his belief that architecture, at its best, can enhance our collective creativity and push people to take the future into their own hands.” The Berlin-based architect – who specialises in designing bold, innovative structures in harmony with their surroundings – would like visitors to experience his pavilion by day and by night: “As they approach, they will notice all the different areas where they can sit and relax and the open spaces will feel welcoming and comfortable,” says Kéré. “It will be an exciting place, especially for children, with lots to explore. At night the glowing canopy will create a fantastic effect from the outside. Light in the darkness is like a signal of great energy. People will be drawn to the life happening inside.” As in previous years, visitors will be encouraged to interact with the pavilion in different ways throughout its tenure in Kensington Gardens. The directors have planned a varied programme of events, exploring ideas surrounding community that include talks and evening performances on Park Nights to entertain people. Kéré runs his practice from Berlin, where he studied architecture, at the Technische Universität, but builds largely in his native Africa. His first project was a school in his village built with mud bricks, using unskilled labour. He is celebrated for working adventurously and blending traditional building techniques with cuttingedge engineering. Among his successes, he has held professorships at the Harvard Graduate School of Design and Accademia di Architettura di Mendrisio in Switzerland. ”My experience of growing up in a place that is very hot and dry strongly influences my designs. My projects have a strong focus on climate and energy. These embrace natural ventilation and daylight, not just for under-developed areas, but also for places like London,” explains Kéré. In sunny weather, visitors to his pavilion will be able to find shade under the canopy or sit and bask in the courtyard that surrounds it. But on wet days, rainwater will funnel through a central opening in the roof, creating a “spectacular waterfall effect”. With its playful, tribal and elemental feel, and natural and innovative form, this year’s pavilion encompasses freedom, fun and festivity. The Summer Pavilion, sponsored by Goldman Sachs, from June 23 until 8 October 2017, Kensington Gardens, W2, serpentinegallery.org
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Oliver Chris, star of BBC2’s controversial King Charles III, is calling on the residents of the Royal Borough to protect the royal family and heckle his Twelfth Night co-star Tamsin Greig. Ellen Millard meets him to discuss tactics Screen acting 101: eyebrows must be stationary at all times. I’m sat in the café of the National Theatre, having a lesson on facial hair theatrics. It’s a thing, apparently. “There’s nothing less interesting than an actor wiggling his eyebrows in a close-up,” Oliver Chris tells me. “A lot of people get botox just to make their acting better.” The trick is perspective; if you’re on screen, the camera does the talking. But when you're on stage, Chris explains, you’re alone and, most importantly, far away – which makes thespians well-versed in the art of brow waggling. Chris should know; when we meet on a Thursday afternoon in April, he’s in the middle of a 13-week run of Twelfth Night at the National’s Olivier Theatre, where he has been performing to 1,200 people each night. It’s somewhat of a dream come true for Chris, whose parents took him to see a production of Animal Farm performed
on the very same stage when he was six. “They were fairly progressive theatre goers,” he jokes. Brought up in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Chris became obsessed with the idea of a career in acting after his parents hired two entertainers for a birthday bash. “I got stars in my eyes,” he recalls. “From that second I knew exactly what I wanted to do, and ever since then my whole life has been built up [around acting] in one way or another.” He enrolled at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, and was offered his first role as David Brent’s temp Ricky Howard on The Office before he had even graduated. Roles in Green Wing as medical student Boyce and The IT Crowd followed, along with productions of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Dame Judi Dench, One Man, Two Guvnors with James Corden and, most recently, Twelfth Night with his former Green Wing co-star Tamsin Greig.
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By the time this prints, Twelfth Night will unfortunately be over, but there’s still time to catch Chris in his latest, marginally more controversial, project, King Charles III. Originally written for the stage by Mike Bartlett, the satirical story begins with the death of HRH The Queen, and follows Prince Charles’ subsequent ascent to the throne. Fresh in his new role as monarch, Charles prevents Parliament from passing a bill to limit the freedom of the press, and thus political turmoil – and hilarity – ensues. Chris plays the Duke of Cambridge, a role he has undertaken since the play first opened at the Almeida Theatre in north London, when it transferred to the West End’s Wyndham Theatre and again when it ran for three months on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. Now it has been adapted for the screen as a TV film, which aired recently on BBC2. It stars the original cast and contains much of the same dialogue as the original version, which is written in blank verse. As far as role preparation goes, playing the Duke of Cambridge is something of an actor’s dream; who else is filmed, photographed and analysed more than the royal family? Clips of the Duke, Prince Charles and Diana, Princess of Wales, were the actor’s source of inspiration. When we meet, Chris looks far from the heir to the throne, in off-duty mode with a beard and Fair Isle cardigan – but when clean-shaven and in full RAF attire, the likeness is uncanny. A cheeky email – in which he professed his resemblance to the Prince and insisted he be seen for an audition – to the director secured Chris’s place in the play. As a Brit, the actor was well aware of the pressures that came with the role. “I’m roughly the same age as him, so he’s a big part of my consciousness and it’s a big honour to bring somebody like that to the screen, within the parameters of our story,” he explains. “I hope he feels that it’s been done with some care and respect.”
He admits that, prior to King Charles III, he’d never given the British monarchy much thought, but, having played the Duke of Cambridge for three years and delved into the lives of the royal family, the actor now describes himself as a “staunch” royalist. “Other than the fact that I'm English and they’re a big part of my cultural heritage, I hadn’t thought about whether there should be a royal family or not,” he tells me. “Since I’ve been doing this I’m certain that the royals are an essential part of our cultural society and heritage. They should be respected, guarded and supported accordingly.” He is similarly passionate about the BBC, which he praises for its “brave” decision to take King Charles III to the screen. “For an organisation that depends on the royal charter to commission and put out a stage play adaptation that is so controversially dissecting the royals is, to me, an extraordinarily brave piece of programming and I applaud it.” It’s call time for Chris, who must head backstage to prepare for tonight’s performance. He’s playing another Duke, but this time the regalia is a turquoise suit for a more modern take on Twelfth Night’s Orsino. His dream roles are similarly Shakespearean: Edmund in King Lear, Petruchio in The Taming of the Shew and Mark Antony in Julius Caesar. Needless to say, stage fright isn’t an issue, and he jokes that he needn’t worry about tricky audience members, either. “We’ve had a lot of laughing [during Twelfth Night], but we haven’t had any hecklers – although we’d love it if they did [heckle], because we talk to the audience quite a lot,” he jokes. “Unfortunately by the time this comes out the show will be over, so we can't entice the residents of Kensington and Chelsea to come to the National and start heckling Tamsin Greig – but next time we’ll get everyone down." You've been warned. King Charles III is available on BBC iPlayer and DVD now
“I’m certain that the royals are an essential part of our cultural society and heritage”
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Best in Show Those heading to Royal Ascot this June will be pleased to hear the event has once again partnered with Hugo Boss and Fenwick of Bond Street to create this year’s offical Royal Ascot Style Guide, with tips and tricks on how to navitage the strict enclosure dress codes. The guide offers a curated selection of looks by Boss, Emilia Wickstead and Escada, to name a few, along with headpieces by the likes of Stephen Jones, Philip Treacy and Jess Collett, which will form the third The Royal Ascot Millinery Collective range designed by Fenwick. Make a statement in this Noel Stewart multicoloured hat and Valentino dress ensemble, guaranteed to make you stand out from the crowd. Royal Ascot, 20-24 June, tickets from £36, ascot.co.uk
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As well as playing host to some of the country’s biggest and most popular sporting events, the British social season has always showcased the very best of fashion. LAUREN STEVENS gets some tips on dressing for the hottest events on this summer’s calendar
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Historically, the Royal Enclosure at Ascot has one of the strictest of all social season dress codes. Dresses should fall just above the knee or longer, straps must be more than one inch in width, and off-the-shoulder numbers are an absolute no-no. Trouser suits are also permitted, but only if they are of matching material and colour. And, of course, there’s the hat. Hats are compulsory and pretty much make the outfit, and milliners have fun creating a wide selection to choose from – just remember to ensure that the base is four millimetres or more in width for the Royal Enclosure – therefore, no fascinators allowed.
Jump Around Those of you not so keen on showing off your pins will be pleased to hear that this year the Queen Anne Enclosure at Ascot has given the thumbs-up to jumpsuits. Although off-the-shoulder is still not permitted, there are plenty of options that work perfectly as an alternative to the dress or formal suit – and all-in-ones also work just as well with hats as they do with fascinators, which are also permitted if you’re watching from this enclosure.
Expert Tip “Comfort is really important. I know that’s a strange thing to say, given fashion hardly ever seems to be about comfort, but if you’re uncomfortable in a hat, it will show immediately,” warns milliner Edwina Ibbotson. “You don’t want to be constantly fiddling with and adjusting it. Also, be open-minded and try everything on, because what you think will look the best sometimes isn’t what suits you.”
Expert Tip “Classic, tailored jumpsuits that more or less resemble a top-andtrouser combination would do best with a structured hat or headpiece – something with a sharp brim, strong angles and unfussy trims to complement the tailoring,” milliner Lisa Tan advises. “However, a wideleg jumpsuit made from more flowing fabric would look better with more feminine millinery. Veiling, feathers or flowers would make for pretty accents, or a hat with a wide, soft brim to channel a 1970s vibe.”
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Wimbledon’s Debenture ticket holders weren’t too happy when the event organisers decided back in 2014 that the rules for dressing should take a breather and, frankly, we don’t blame them – the code changed from strictly blazers and shirts to pretty much anything besides ripped jeans and dirty trainers. But if there’s an opportunity to glam up and make an effort, why on earth not? Tennis dress-inspired cuts always make for a cute summer’s day outfit, while tailored suits are elegant and functional. Sunglasses and a nice handbag are near-on essential, whereas heels are not – but ultimately, it’s up to you.
“There are no written rules for these events, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t pay the utmost attention to any hidden faux pas,” Harrods stylist Anais advises. “We recommend avoiding any large hats, unless you want to frustrate everyone in the tightly packed crowd at Wimbledon. Instead, stay safe with a minimal brim, such as a beautiful panama hat. “Avoid fabrics that crease such as linens and silks, too. A cotton shift dress is cool for warmer weather, or try a pair of simple, flowing culottes for a chic, yet comfortable solution.”
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As with Wimbledon, there is no written dress code for this event, but major polo tournaments such as the Cartier Queen’s Cup invariably attract A-list crowds, so you’ll want to look the part. We suggest playing with separates – elegant midi skirts teamed with blouses are an elegant alternative to a dress or trouser suit. This is an event that gives you a chance to show off your style. The sensible among you may opt for flats over heels, as this event typically involves walking around on grass all day. Consider substituting your Louboutin heels for some wedges to avoid running your favourite pair of heels into the ground – quite literally.
Expert Tip “‘Known as the ‘jewel’ of the Polo calendar and encapsulating the best of the British social season, the Cartier Polo is the place to have fun when it comes to fashion, with no real dress code restrictions,” says stylist Anais. “A jumpsuit at Cartier will forever be chic. Pair with oversized bangles and wedged shoes, and finish with a blazer thrown over the shoulders and a statement clutch.”
Hats Off A little more laid-back in terms of dress code (hats are not essential), the popular boating event at Henley leaves room for experimenting with patterns and styles to make up for the lack of extravagant headpieces. But race-goers mustn’t get too complacent; the dress rules are the same as they are for Ascot, if not stricter. Dresses must fall just below the knee or longer, and – as lovely as they might look – slits are not permitted. Men are expected to dress in typical boating attire and can experiment with colourful chinos, boat shoes and blazers. If hats are your thing, opt for a straw number, which not only makes for a stylish accessory, but doubles up as a useful shade for blocking out the sun.
Expert Tip “For the stewards enclosure, a floating midi dress in zingy yellow, emerald green or jazzy pink teamed with a textured clutch, sunglasses and a pair of binoculars will have you looking fresh, stylish and perfectly accessorised for the event,” argues Harrods’ stylist Deborah. “If you are situated within the Regatta enclosure, opt for a gorgeous full A-line skirt with an off-the-shoulder top and low block heeled sandals – a feminine yet practical approach.”
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Print There’s no hiding from this season’s prints, which are bolder and brighter than ever. Make a statement with geometric patterns by Prada or florals from Dolce & Gabbana Photographer: Turi Løvik Kirknes
Stylist: Victoria Wright
Above / Dress, £5,755, Bag, £2,395, both Valentino, 174 Sloane Street, SW1X, valentino.com Left / Dress, £12,000, Bag, £2,700, Ring, £270, Knitted slip, £580, all Dior, 31 Sloane Street, SW1X, dior.com
Above / Shirt, £1,030, Trousers, £815, Shoes, £565, Bag, £1,510, all Prada, prada.com; 18-karat yellow gold Aerial Rings, £2,200 and £2,500, both Shaun Leane, shaunleane.com Right / Dress, POA, Bag, POA, Shoes, POA, all Dolce & Gabbana, 175 Sloane Street, SW1X, dolcegabbana.com
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In the Shade When the British weather starts playing ball, we’ll be looking to Belstaff for summer shades. Created in collaboration with eyewear brand Imatta, the fashion label’s debut collection of unisex sunglasses and opticals has been designed for everyday pursuits, with each style embodying Belstaff’s British heritage and spirit of adventure. Choose from 18 styles and four colours, including a classic aviator shape that will accessorise any outfit. From £240, belstaff.co.uk
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On the Rocks Heidi Klum stars once again in the latest campaign for her eponymous label, Heidi Klum Swim, giving us both body and holiday envy. The supermodel flaunts this season’s new styles, from triangle bikinis in classic navy and red shades to the popular Catalina Kisses design (pictured above), a colourful tribal print which is newly available in a sporty racer-back option. From £43, available from Selfridges, selfridges.com
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Jeff Koons has followed in the footsteps of fellow artist Damien Hirst by partnering up with Louis Vuitton to design a collection of accessories. Inspired by the artist’s Gazing Ball project, the statement bags and scarves sport some of the greatest artworks in history, including Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa and Vinvent van Gogh’s A Wheatfield with Cypresses. Koons has also added his own personal stamp to the French brand’s classic monogram logo, instead using his own initials on each unique design. From £460, uk.louisvuitton.com
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New Vision Those taking their binoculars to Ascot this year should carry them in Chanel’s new Gabrielle bag, so named in honour of the house’s founder. Mimicking the shape of a traditional binocular case, to which the designer looked when creating the label’s signature 2.55 bag, the superlightweight tote combines both style and practicality. Choose from a wide variety of colourful designs, or opt for the classic quilted black or white calfskin styles. From £2,385 169 Sloane Street, SW1X, chanel.com
Haart and Soul Her recent Pepsi blunder may have left her feeling flushed, but Kendall Jenner looks nothing if not cool in La Perla’s latest campaign. The model sports the debut collection by new creative director Julia Haart, whose aim was to explore the liberation of women through modernised silhouettes and bold prints. This season’s collection includes silk pyjama sets, macramé baby-dolls and lingerie in delicate lace prints. From a selection, 163 Sloane Street, SW1X, laperla.com
Bohemian Rhapsody Boho-inspired clothing brand Talitha brings a slice of India to Notting Hill, where it has opened a new boutique. The space has been designed to resemble a bedroom and living room in order to provide customers with a full lifestyle experience, and will offer not just the label’s fashion line, but homeware, furniture and gifts, too. Pop in to view the latest collection of Indian-inspired kaftans, blouses and dresses, which are available in Aztec prints and shades of yellow, orange and green this season. From £240, 22 Powis Terrace, W11, talithacollection.com
Razzle Dazzle This summer’s standout pieces come from British designer Alice Temperley MBE, who masters bohemian and floral trends with her new collection. Particularly eye-catching is the enchanting FairyQueen Olina jumpsuit – a stylish alternative to an evening dress – available in black, pink and orange. From £995, 6-7 Colville Mews, Lonsdale Road, W11, temperleylondon.com
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Horses Jockey scrubs not your cup of tea? Embrace the start of the British polo season with a stylish tribute to the sporting event, courtesy of Lanvin, Victoria Beckham and Dries Van Noten Photographer: Phillip Waterman
Stylists: Angela Radcliffe & Caroline Sciamma
Shirt, £85, Ralph Lauren, 105-109 Fulham Road, SW3, ralphlauren.co.uk; Trousers, £79, & Other Stories, stories.com; Jacket, £435, Paul & Joe, paulandjoe.com; Bag, £485, Balenciaga, balenciaga.com; Belt, £595, Agnona, agnona.com; Hat, £370, Hermès, hermes.com; Shoes, POA, Valentino, valentino.com; Single ring, £465, Double ring, £890, both Noa Fine Jewellery, noafinejewellery.com; Earrings, £1,270, Stone Paris, stoneparis.com
Above / Shirt, $278, Kate Moss for Equipment, equipmentfr.com; Vest, ¤230, Vanessa Seward, vanessaseward.com; Scarf, £175, Begg & Co, beggandcompany.com; Ring, £465, Noa Fine Jewellery, as before, Earrings, £1,270, Stone Paris, as before Left / Top, £735, Jacket, £2,130, both Lanvin, lanvin.com; Trousers, £1,245, Skiim, skiim-london.com; Bag, £1,505, Tyler Ellis, tylerellis.com; Visor, £69, Somi Han, somihanlondon.com; Boots, £720, Fendi, 181-182 Sloane Street, SW1X, fendi.com
Above / Top, £650, Victoria Beckham, available at Harrods; Shorts, £325, Dries Van Noten, available at Selfridges; Coat, £2,160, Skiim, as before; Hat, POA, Miu Miu, miumiu.com; Earrings, £1,270, Stone Paris, as before Right / Jumpsuit, £270, Belt, ¤250, Shoes, ¤420, all Vanessa Seward, as before; Scarf, £175, Begg & Co, as before; Bag, £880, Céline, celine.com; Sunglasses, £296, Victoria Beckham, as before; Single ring, £465, Double ring, £890, both Noa Fine Jewellery, as before; Earrings, £1,270, Stone Paris, as before
Model: Scarlet @ Models 1 Make-up: Julie Cooper @ Terri Manduca using Mac and Bryt Skincare Hair: Simon Maynard @ Terri Manduca PHOTOGRAPHER’S ASSISTANT: Richard Parsons sTYLISTS’ aSSISTANT: Chloe Taltas Shot on location at Ham Polo Club, Petersham Close, TW10, hpclondonpolo.com
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New Wave A decade has passed since swimwear specialist Orlebar Brown was launched and – quite rightly – the brand isn’t going to celebrate quietly. Starting with the unveiling of its first collaborative collection with Bodyism earlier this year, jubilations are well underway as the label opens its sixth UK store on Knightsbridge’s Walton Street. Along with the latest S/S17 men’s and children’s collections, the boutique will house the first Bodyism café, where healthy shakes and snacks will be on offer. 186-188 Walton Street, SW3, orlebarbrown.com
The best gifts to buy this Father’s Day
Smythson Burlington backpack, £995, selfridges.com
Montblanc Meisterstück Solitaire platinumplated ballpoint pen, £605, mrporter.com
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12-month sock subscription, £160, paulsmith.co.uk
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Moc the Week While we eagerly await the return of Wimbledon, preparations are in full swing for the French Open, which kicks off the start of the tennis season. This year the tournament’s accompanying fashion brand turns 30, and to mark the occasion it has collaborated with French footwear label J. M. Weston to create a trio of leather shoes. The orange court, blue sky and white uniforms associated with the event are represented in the Weston Moc collection, which comprises three suede and calfskin leather moccasins in shades of navy, ivory and ochre. £465, 60 Jermyn Street, SW1Y, jmweston.com
Leather Billfold wallet, £200, williamandson.com
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Desk globe, £3,950, davidlinley.com
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King’s Cross has inspired many creatives over the years, from J. K. Rowling to the Pet Shop Boys. In fashion, it’s spectacle specialist Cubitts that flies the flag for the iconic London station, the surrounding roads of which are namesakes of many of the brand’s glasses. But for its latest collaborative collection, the label has gone further afield to partner with Sunspel, first founded in Nottingham. Five styles of sunglasses have been designed to complement the fashion label’s menswear collection. Each pair comes with a slick leather case and cotton pouch made using Sunspel’s signature fabrics. From £175, sunspel.com
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Following the successful launch of its debut A/W16 collection last year, Amara has introduced the second instalment of its homeware brand. Arriving for S/S17, the latest collection from A by Amara has a strong focus on distinctive design and quality, offering an expertly crafted selection of products made in collaboration with worldleading ateliers, including silk bed linen specialist Kumi Kookoon and textile connoisseur Mariaflora. The collection is divided into four, but our pick is the Bazaar range (pictured), which is inspired by all things adventure and comprises wicker chairs, soft furnishings in lime green velvet and floral motifs, and daring leopard-print bedding. From a selection, amara.com
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Renowned for her dramatic paper installations, Zoe Bradley’s latest collaboration with Harrods is designed to leave you all of a flutter. Angelina Villa-Clarke meets the artist to find out more
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hen you look up, the swarm of iridescent blue butterflies are dancing above your head. Their delicate cobalt wings move and drift with the air. It’s an intoxicating sight. It’s also a surreal one, as this exotic scene – more commonly found in a Costa Rican cloud forest – is, in fact, located in one of Harrods’ busiest entrance halls. Designed by paper artist Zoe Bradley, the chandelier installation is the centrepiece of the store’s new Social Butterflies summer project which has just launched and will be running until the end of June. Incorporating pop-ups, activities and exclusive products – many with leading British designers – it will feature Bradley’s work as one of the main attractions. “I was thrilled to be asked,” says the 44-year-old designer. “After all, Harrods is an iconic store. My aim is for visitors and shoppers to feel like they have been transported to a tropical place. To be pulled in by nature. The piece is huge, so it means you get to see if from all different angles as you move around the store. I want shoppers to feel as though they’re being surrounded by butterflies.”
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Having been given a brief that simply read “Swarm of Blue Butterflies” – Bradley researched different species and settled on the morpho, renowned for its amazing blue pigment, as her inspiration. “The next thing I did was to visit the space. When you enter door five at Hans Crescent, it is very impressive with lots of Art Deco details, so I wanted to do it justice. In effect, the space itself was a great starting point. It’s like an art gallery, except in a retail setting.” Bradley’s relationship with retail is not new, as she has worked with major brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Tiffany & Co. (to name a few), but it was her very first job with Alexander McQueen that set her on her path.
“Looking back, I owe him [Alexander McQueen] a lot as he really encouraged me to do my own thing” “I trained as a fashion designer, but kept getting frustrated with the movement within fabric,” she recalls. “I started experimenting with paper – it’s more structural, which was the appeal – and I began sewing it and treating it like a textile. Then, in a classic case of being in the right place at the right time, I landed my first job as an intern with McQueen. “Looking back, I owe him a lot as he really encouraged me to do my own thing,” she continues. “It was the mid-90s, he had just started as creative director at Givenchy and there was this steady stream of visionary people – such as Katy England and Sam McKnight – coming through the door. I was in the midst of it all and loving it. In 1999, I even worked on his No. 13 show – widely regarded as one of his best. This was fashion, but it was also art.” Eventually, inspired by McQueen’s maverick approach, Zoe left to set up on her own. One of her first projects was creating show pieces for Japanese designer Michiko Koshino. The bold and theatrical outfits were created out of pleated paper and were among the first of their kind. She soon began to attract the attention of the movers and shakers in the industry.
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“It was 2005 and I was asked to make a range of paper pieces for the Christmas windows for Liberty. At the time, a shop’s windows were a big thing – with all the major brands trying to out-do each other. Now, windows are full of products, but they were much more artistic then. In fact, when the windows were unveiled to the public, everybody on the pavement applauded. It was a pivotal moment for me and it was my springboard into working with major brands.” Inspired by flora and nature, as well as art and architecture (she cites Zaha Hadid, Anish Kapoor and Tom Dixon among the industry names she most admires), Bradley soon became known as the go-to artist to create bespoke and dramatic paper installations. There was the 3.5-metre dress, for instance, made of red paper roses and commissioned by New Town Plaza in Hong Kong, as a tribute to Princess Diana. Or the shimmering, multicoloured floral piece for the British House at the Rio 2016 Olympics. From shop windows to advertising campaigns (think: black dragons to showcase Chopard’s jewels and floral window installations to highlight Missoni’s vibrant use of colour) – Bradley’s has worked with some of the world’s most famous retailers. Having recently decamped from London to a farm in Wales, she has found the rural setting is the perfect place to draw inspiration. “I do a lot of travelling for work so living here really grounds us as a family. It’s also great to have some time out from the hectic pace and for our two children to be free to explore. I’m out with them as much as possible, studying spider webs and hedgerows, and exploring the coastal paths around here.” While her body of work up to now has largely been in paper, her latest piece for Harrods was actually made in Perspex. “It was certainly a departure for me. I usually use paper with a special metallic finish, which is weighty, but looks fragile, like silk. It has become my signature style. But for the blue butterfly chandelier, we needed something slightly more permanent.” Boasting 4,000 butterflies mounted on a metal frame, the chandelier is extra-large (at 5x3m) and the whole process took months of planning, sketching and collaborating. “My challenge always is to create something unexpected from the original 2D sheet form into a magical 3D sculpture. I hope I have done that here. We used to cut everything by hand, but nowadays digital technology and laser-cutting have revolutionised things. It means I can get beautiful definition and movement, which is important, especially for pieces like this.”
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Clockwise from top left: Missoni store window installation, ©Zoe Bradley Design; Montblanc installation, Zoe Bradley Studio, ©Zoe Bradley Design; Dress, Harrods, ©Zoe Bradley Design; Chandelier installation, Burlington Arcade, photography: Jamie McGregor Smith, ©Zoe Bradley Design
With most of Bradley’s work being transient by their very nature, her next step is “to design a Zoe Bradley collection that people can buy and keep. Sculpture that stays,” she says with a smile. “The world of lighting is of particular interest. “I’m not an artist or a sculptor. These jobs you do alone and I work collaboratively. My job has always been to turn people’s expectations around: to make headlines, to get people talking.” The Zoe Bradley installation at Harrods, 15 May – 23 June 2017 at door five, Hans Crescent, zoebradley.com
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Bright Spark Rug specialist Stepevi is bringing glitz and glamour to your living space with its new Sparkle collection. The seven-strong range comprises printed floor fillers, which have been jazzed up with a subtle shimmer effect, made using a unique blend of silk and lurex threads. Update your home with a floral design for a classic and feminine look, or opt for a more neutral, linear pattern to appease the minimalist in you. From £1,950, 274 King’s Road, SW3, stepevi.com
New Flame When one thinks of Missoni, colour and print invariably spring to mind. But for the unveiling of its latest homeware collection at this year’s Salone del Mobile, the fashion house opted for a monochrome theme. The Flame print, a hypnotic take on the label’s signature zigzag motif, adorns chairs, room dividers, cushions and poufs in zebra shades of black and white. But fans of brighter hues needn’t worry – the rest of Missoni’s 2017 collection is suitably vibrant, with more colours than you can shake a Farrow & Ball paint chart at. From a selection, missonihome.com
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No space in the house for a cast iron bath? Then Thurso, the latest version of Drummonds’ classic Severn freestanding shower, makes for a great bathroom alternative. The new design is available in a variety of finishes, including nickel, brass, polished chrome and antique bronze, which is bang on trend for S/S17. The cast iron shower tray can also be primed, painted, or polished and lacquered to order – so you needn’t let room dimensions rain on your interior design parade. From £22,740, 642, King’s Road, SW6, drummonds-uk.com
Enjoy a drink in style with our top glassware picks of the season
Lismore black martini glasses, £130 for set of two, waterford.co.uk
LSA International pearl champagne saucers, £48 for set of four, amara.com
Tom Dixon martini glasses, £80 for set of two, amara.com
Zoom In You don’t always need a fancy camera to capture the beauty of something, as interior designer Ashley Hicks proves in his latest book, Details. After getting snap happy with his camera phone, Hicks has compiled a selection of his best photographs of historic homes and buildings, which have been published in a new tome by Idea, alongside work by other photographers. “This book reflects my Instagram mixture of old fragments and new things,” says Hicks, whose snaps include Montacute House in Somerset, Holkham Hall in Norfolk and the residences tucked between Piccadilly and Savile Row. No filter necessary. £45, ideanow.online Vera Wang Infinity toasting flute pair, £55, wedgwood.co.uk
Wing It Roberto Cavalli’s exhibition space was alive with wild plants at this year’s Salone del Mobile in Milan, allowing guests to enjoy an immersive experience while viewing the new nature-themed collection. Among the display of new palm-printed furniture and animal-patterned wallpaper was the label’s signature Wings armchair, which has been designed in five new styles and finishes for the new season. Take your pick from a mink and kidassia fur blend or arapaima leather. From £3,195 for the Wings armchair, available at Kings of Chelsea, 387 King’s Road, SW10, kofc.co.uk
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London’s hottest supper club Jackson & Levine is bringing home cooking to the masses with a new book and kitchenware range in collaboration with Habitat. Co-founder and presenter Laura Jackson tells Ellen Millard about her dinner party hacks, where to eat in London and interviewing Snoop Dogg
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What’s the best thing you’ve ever found at a jumble sale? The hardiest of bargain hunters will boast of Gucci blazers and Louis Vuitton totes, scuffed but resilient Dr Martens still intact from their 1970s heyday and vinyl records in pristine condition. One friend of mine nabbed a vintage Rolex for £60 – and we’ve all heard the stories of rarer than rare antiquities bought for pennies at the local car boot. But for Laura Jackson, her best jumble sale find was nothing if not priceless. At a charity bazaar hosted by presenter pal Gemma Cairney, Jackson stumbled upon a friend and business partner in the form of BBC Radio 1 DJ Alice Levine. “We just bonded over food,” Jackson tells me, her Yorkshire lilt still strong despite her many years in London. “We would tell each other about new openings or go out and eat together and talk about food.” Their shared passion for all things culinary sparked an idea for a series of supper clubs, held at Jackson’s Haggerston flat, where parties of strangers would congregate for a meal cooked by the two women. They hosted as many people as they had chairs (initially, 16) and would take on the mantles of cook, entertainer and waiter all at once. “When it was at the flat where I used to live, we did everything: the washing up, cooking, serving, the taking of people’s coats, the bar, and it was really fun. At times it got a little bit stressful, but it was good,” Jackson says. “Now that we’re a bit of a bigger enterprise, we come up with the recipes, do all of the prep and as much of the cooking as we possibly can, but we can’t host and serve for 30 people on our own; it’s practically impossible.” The events have proven to be a huge success, and four years down the line the pair are celebrating the launch of their debut book, Round to Ours, and their first homeware range in collaboration with Habitat. The former is a collection of all that they have learnt since starting their eponymous business, from tips on how to create the right atmosphere to larder must-haves and ready-made menus for all manner of occasions. Presenters and radio DJs by day, the duo have had no formal training in the kitchen, which makes their success at the stove all the more impressive – although they admit that it hasn’t all been rosy. “Once we made 12 lemon tarts even though we only needed two because the pastry was just awful,” Jackson recalls. “It was a really hot day, the eggs were too warm, the kitchen was too warm, our hands were too warm – it was a complete disaster, but 12 lemon tarts later we managed to pull it back. We didn’t want to look at another lemon tart for years afterwards.”
Petulant pastry aside, the team has mastered the art of home cooking, serving up the likes of blood orange and radicchio salad, wild trout with new potatoes and deep fried spring onion canapés to willing taste testers. The menu is revealed on the night, but Jackson assures me they’ve never had any Come Dine With Me-style complaints. “We’re so lucky; we get a whole array of people. We had some brilliant guys from Birmingham who stayed the night once. Dermot O’Leary came; that was fantastic. And we had a really lovely couple last week who had come down from Glasgow to spend the night – so we get people travelling quite far,” Jackson says. “People always leave having made friends; it’s become a kind of weird social networking event.” Each dish is presented beautifully in an Instagramworthy display, but it’s not just the food on the plates that draws the eye – table dressing is another of Jackson and Levine’s seemingly never-ending talents, so it comes as no surprise that they’ve partnered with Habitat to create their own range of tableware. It’s a partnership that’s been going as long as the supper clubs have (when they started the series, the pair called on Habitat for help when they found themselves cutlery-less) and when the brand suggested a collaboration, they were “over the moon”. Self-confessed “napkin hoarders”, table linen was top of the list when it came to creating the new range. The result is Breton-striped place mats, napkins and aprons decorated with screen-printed herbs and made using khadi cloth, a hand-made fabric unique to India.
Above: Jackson & Levine for Habitat, photography: Kristin Perers
“We come up with the recipes, do all of the prep and as much of the cooking as we possibly can”
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“Khadi cloth is a dying art and lots of people have been buying it recently to try to keep the industry alive,” Jackson explains. “It’s made three hours from the centre of Delhi, in a really small village. It’s great for tea towels; it’s porous, it washes really well, it holds its shape, and it has a really beautiful texture. We both love India and travelling, and we added British herbs to make a nice collaboration between the two countries.” Craft is a key part of the Jackson & Levine philosophy; having started out on a shoe-string budget, the pair quickly became skilled at fashioning fancy dinner parties out of thin air, and Jackson’s tips for table presentation follow a similarly DIY theme. “You can easily make your own napkins by just going to the linen shop and buying whatever fabric takes
Laura’s London Hotspots Best for a cocktail: “Untitled Bar in Dalston, which is a Tony Conigliaro cocktail bar that has just opened.”
Best for brunch: “Granger & Co. is always really nice; they do a great breakfast and a watermelon frappé that is just brilliant.”
Best for an alternative Sunday roast: “Whenever everyone else is in the pub having their roast dinner, my boyfriend and I will go and have Spanish tapas at Morito in Exmouth Market, because that’s normally when it’s really quiet.”
Best for date night: “Trullo in Islington is lovely. I love to have an aperitivo, normally an aperol spritz, before I tuck into some burrata.”
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your fancy, or you can have fun and paint the insides of oyster shells gold and serve salt and pepper from them,” she says. “Wicker vintage place mats are really nice too, and you can find some great vintage glasses and crockery on eBay. Going to charity shops is fun as well; you can get some great platters for less than a fiver, and actually it’s quite nice to have a bit of mix and match in your house, because your style always evolves.” When she’s not planning the latest series of supper clubs, Jackson is busy with her day job as a TV presenter, which sees her working for the likes of Britain’s Got Talent and Take Me Out, and interviewing celebrities such as Calvin Harris and Snoop Dogg. The latter, she says, was her favourite interviewee to date. “He was probably the most interesting,” she reveals. “I didn’t really know what to expect, but he ended up being a really lovely man.” Jackson is happy working on her two passions, but when I ask which TV chef’s job she'd like to nab, she’s quick off the bat: “I’d love to be Mel or Sue on The Great British Bake Off,” she enthuses. “Either that, or I’d be James Martin when he was on Saturday Kitchen.” Now there’s an Omelette Challenge I’d like to see. Jackson & Levine for Habitat, available 1 June, from £20, 208 King’s Road, SW3, habitat.co.uk; Round to Ours by Jackson & Levine, available 18 May, £25, quadrille.co.uk
Clockwise from top right: Radicchio, radish, burrata and honey pecan salad; Tea Towel, £20 for two; Laura Jackson and Alice Levine, all images courtesy of: Jackson & Levine for Habitat, photography: Kristin Perers
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No Pain, No Gain Charlotte Gainsbourg takes the lead in Nars’ new 2017 summer makeup collection. Marking her first foray into the beauty industry, the actress and singer collaborated with the French brand on the 18-piece range of products for eyes, lips and cheeks. Given Nars’ historic use of bold colour and Gainsbourg’s pared-back, minimal approach to makeup, the partnership appears on first sight a surprising one, but it was precisely Gainsbourg’s gamine French girl beauty that inspired creative director François Nars. The collection comprises a range of natural shades and debuts Lip Tint – a subtle lip gloss in three shades – and a sheer version called Multiple Tint. £29 for Multiple Tint, narscosmetics.co.uk
Let the Sun Shine If there’s one summer beauty range that always delivers, it’s the one from Tom Ford. The brand’s latest Soleil 2017 collection is certain to make you smile with its new range of lipstick shades, ranging from sun-hued orange for daytimes spent by the pool to deep plum for balmy evenings out. Complete the look with the Sheer Highlighting Duo palette comprising rosy gold tones for a sun-kissed glow. £58 for Sheer Highlighting Duo, tomford.com
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Limoz Logli, Chelsea Unlike many women, I do not enjoy getting my hair done. I’m one of those curious creatures who, while loving the finished results of grooming, pruning and general manicuring, doesn’t take any pleasure in the labour-intensive process. However, when in the hands of stylist Limoz Logli, whom I recently visited for one of my few cut-and-colour jobs of the year, I found I didn’t want to leave his salon. Inconspicuously located just off the King’s Road, Limoz Logli is one of those places that you probably wouldn’t find unless you know it’s there. This is no doubt why its eponymous owner has built up such a loyal following. After entering the light-filled space and being handed a welcoming glass of champagne, I explain to Limoz how I’d like to shed some of the two-tonne weight usually carried by my thick mane and lighten it for summer. Following our brief consultation, he gets to work on colouring my hair, choosing a subtle blonde shade to complement my light brown base. As I wait for the colour to sink in, the boredom I would typically feel is alleviated by the beauty team, who take this opportunity to prep and paint my nails. The time flies and before I know it, Limoz is cutting my tresses to a more manageable, but stylish collarbone length and the transformation is complete. So for those of you looking to enjoy your holiday prep almost as much as the holiday itself, I’d suggest a visit to Limoz Logli. Cut & blow-dry with Limoz, £95, from £140 for highlights, 78a Chelsea Manor Street, SW3, 020 7351 1239, limozlogli.com
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Take a Breath Somerset House will take visitors on a sensory experience this June in its new exhibition exploring contemporary scents. The gallery has selected 10 cult fragrances of the past two decades, including Molecule 01 by Geza Schoen for Escentric Molecules (2005), El Cosmico by David Seth Moltz for D.S. & Durga (2015), and Charcoal by Lyn Harris for Perfumer H (2016). The multisensory display also looks back on the pioneering perfumes of the 20th century, from Chrype to Coty to CK One. Perfume: A Sensory Journey Through Contemporary Scent, 21 June – 17 September, East Wing Galleries, Somerset House, £11, somersethouse.org.uk
Midnight Oil Anti-ageing skincare doesn’t have to be complicated. In 1927, Coco Chanel created her first essential range of skincare products, which included facial oil Huile de Jasmin, recommended for face massages. Fast-forward nine decades and the house has reintroduced this now timeless product, which promises to maintain and restore skin’s youthful radiance. The simple formula, housed in a streamline-shaped bottle, comprises a jasmine extract sourced exclusively for Chanel in the perfume region of Grasse. It can be applied on its own using a massaging technique or blended with a moisturiser in the morning and/or evening to nourish and protect skin, leaving a soft and non-shiny finish. £97 for 50ml, 020 7408 1557, chanel.com
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Fit William Monroe jets out to Alicante, Spain to test a revolutionary gym concept set to launch at the brand new Harbour Club Kensington this June Touching down at Alicante Airport, I am greeted by a wave of warmth and sunshine, which provides a welcome contrast to the comparatively icy climes of the UK. I have arrived in the Spanish city to discover Prama, a unique interactive fitness studio, which will launch at Harbour Club Kensington on 1 June – the same day that the venue opens its doors for the first time. It will be the first destination in the UK to offer this exciting concept, which aims to put the fun back into fitness by incorporating a sound system and LED flooring and lighting. A key element of Prama – developed by fitness flooring specialists, Pavigym – is its appeal to a wide audience. Honed gym veterans can enjoy functional training in an environment like no other, but the concept will also appeal strongly to those people – such as myself – who are more fitness-shy and usually avoid regular trips to the gym. The long grind on the treadmill or exercise bike is replaced by a high-octane series of interactive workouts. Variety is the watchword, with the Prama studio able to incorporate hundreds of different exercises using a high-tech flooring grid and walls. Crucially, Prama is family-friendly. It’s suitable for all ages from five upwards and various fitness levels can
be catered for, with the intensity and time periods of the exercises adapted to suit the needs of participants. It’s a carefully thought-out concept that’s designed to maximise fun for all the family. Prama is engaging and playful, and it’s easy to see the appeal for families who want to make it the cornerstone of a day out at Harbour Club Kensington. There are even classic children’s songs, such as Wheels on the Bus, available on the sound system for youngsters. It’s a chance to blow off those fitness cobwebs and enjoy a workout with the kids at the exclusive venue, while making a day of it and enjoying the range of other activities and amenities on offer, including taekwondo, a luxury spa and swimming session and a bite to eat in the restaurant. I’m far from a fitness fanatic – my body is most definitely not a temple and I haven’t set foot in a gym for the best part of a decade – but this is great fun. The flooring is connected to a computer system and employs pressure-sensitive floors and walls as well as different LED lighting options, which are controlled by the touch of a button. Pulsing dance music reverberates around the studio. To find an analogy, it’s a bit like being in a club, although you’re sober, working up more of a sweat and actually enjoying yourself.
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We’re put through our paces in a series of highintensity 45-second workout bursts with 15-second rests in between. Essentially, you get out of Prama what you put into it in terms of effort. The session includes squat jumps, medicine ball slams and lunges while holding a medicine ball above your head – apparently, I need to work on my upper body strength for this one as my ‘Atlas from Greek mythology’ impression is accompanied by some pitying glances. Other exercises involve resistance bands and balancing on a bosu ball while using hands and feet to touch different markings in order to work the core. We also do a workout where you use a basketball to hit flashing numbered targets to test speed of thought and footwork – at last, something that I’m passably good at. The high-tech system can track each participant’s efforts, enabling fun play-offs and competitions. Unfortunately for me, this also means that there’s no hiding place when it comes to the running-on-the-spot competition between four teams of two. My fellow partner in crime and I finish rock-bottom in terms of the number of steps taken in 45 seconds. A five-year-old and her father get a higher step count than us. It’s more proof, if any were needed, that my body falls short when it comes to adhering to the ‘temple’ notion. A few more Prama sessions, however, and all that could change. Prama is available exclusively at Harbour Club Kensington from 1 June, Point West, 116 Cromwell Road, SW7. To find out more about membership, call 020 7341 6400 or visit harbourclub.com
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Kids KINGDOM BY lauren stevens
Keep it Kool When not working as creative director for both Fendi and Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld is offering up his fashion credentials to the next generation with his childrenswear label, Karl Lagerfeld Kids. Now launching its third season, the brand’s latest range offers relaxed pieces such as slim-flit tracksuit bottoms, chino shorts and signature graphic T-shirts, which feature silhouettes of Karl and his beloved cat Choupette. From £27, childrensalon.com
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American Dream While there are some Americans feeling less than content with the state of their country of late, Little Marc Jacobs nevertheless pays homage to the USA with its summer collection, designed in the national colours of red, white and blue – perhaps in a bid to spur patriotism among younger pre-voters. Classic bomber and varsity jackets have been reworked with playful badges, while boyshorts have been branded with gold stars. From £32, marcjacobs.com
A firm favourite of Princess Charlotte and her big bro Prince George, Pepa & Co. certainly gets the royal seal of approval. The latest collection is perfect for the summer season, bursting with candy stripes, floral prints and Peter Pan collars – suitable for both boys and girls aged up to eight years old. Highlights include a dusty pink floral smock dress for baby girls, and a smart mandarin collar shirt for older boys. From £19, pepaandcompany.com
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Pretty in Pink Introducing the latest addition to the Harrods Mini department: SemSem. More than just a fashion brand, the Middle Eastern designer dedicates each season to supporting organisations with a focus on world issues, such as gender equality and educating women and children. Handmade in a traditional Middle Eastern fashion, the collection includes a mix of Egyptian and French influences, and is designed with sharp cuts and made from delicate fabrics ideal for a summer’s day. From £105, available at Harrods
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Malone Souliers’ signature Robyn flats have been redesigned in miniature form for Mini Smalls’ latest collection, which launches in June. Softened with a round toe and padding for comfort, the new styles are perfect for little styleseekers aged three to 10 years old. The colourful designs include funky features and materials, from glitter to soft nappa leather and suede. Be sure to keep an eye out for the A/W17 collection too, for which the brand has collaborated with designer Roksanda and supermodel Natalia Vodianova. From £195, available at Selfridges
If the internet gave us anything, it’s the revelation that cats love to sit in boxes – and there are plenty of YouTube videos to prove it. Combining this with their love of high places is the new Cat Nest by Danish brand Studio Tigerstripes. Offering a spacious chill-out zone for your feline friend, the nest can be mounted to give your pet an enviable vantage point – and a space to hide from the dog. Handmade in Denmark, the quirky nest comes in black or white to match your interior. £279, styletails.com
Spot On When we heard the news that 101 Dalmatians’ Pongo, Perdita and their litter of puppies were to be featured on a new range of accessories, we were initially concerned that Cruella de Vil had finally got her mitts on them. Fortunately, the hounds are instead starring on five different prints for the latest collaboration between Cath Kidston and Disney. The designs see Kidston’s classic polka-dot print replaced with Dalmatian spots and styled with pink roses. A selection of clothing and accessories for adults and children is available, including pyjamas, dresses and backpacks. With the 101 Dalmatians film spin-off all set for 2018, it couldn’t have come at a better time. From a selection, 158a Portobello Road, W11, cathkidston.com
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Follow Suite Dress code etiquette is never more complicated than during the social season, when age-old tradition meets contemporary designer collections. Just when is it appropriate to wear a navy suit, and does anybody really know the true meaning of ‘smart casual’? These are just some of the many questions we ask ourselves. As we enter the busiest period of the social calendar, we look to Savile Row’s Kathryn Sargent for sartorial advice. The tailor has partnered with InterContinental Hotels & Resorts to offer a personal consultation to guests of the hotel group’s London Park Lane hotel, as well as her top tips on the appropriate attire for British events such as Royal Ascot, Henley Royal Regatta, Wimbledon and Glyndebourne. Style service at InterContinental London Park Lane’s signature suites, from £5,000 per night, parklane.intercontinental.com
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Playing the Field As the British polo season kicks off this month, Benjamin Davis previews the excitement in store, from matches to unmissable social events, at the historic Ham Polo Club Once again, Ham Polo Club is gearing up for a packed summer of polo matches interspersed with some of the best social events in the sporting calendar. The club is nestled between Richmond Park and the River Thames, overlooked by the stunning Ham House. Fashionable neighbours just a stone’s throw away include Petersham Nurseries, the Bingham Hotel and the newly refurbished Star and Garter apartments. Every Sunday, Ham, one of the oldest polo clubs in England, throws open its gates to visitors. The club’s manicured lawns see a variety of matches and tournaments throughout the summer. In the early season, a trio of two-goal tournaments take place. The Ham House Tournament, the Mixed Doubles and the Petersham Bowl all serve as a warm-up for the local players before things truly heat up in July, August and September. The Summer Tournament sees the handicap raised to four-goal and a furious succession of league games are played over a
week before the finals on 2 July. Following this, the standard leaps up to eight-goal with the Dubai Trophy, Ham’s highest handicapped competition. These matches are often scheduled for Friday evenings, making a perfect opportunity to sip sundowners and start your weekend in style. The flagship tournament at the Richmond-based club has to be the Roehampton Cup. First held in 1902, this is not only the pride of the club, but a genuine piece of British polo history. Originally called the premier trophy at the Roehampton Polo Club, it attracted international players, polo’s Olympic gold medallists, war heroes and nobility. The names etched on the trophy base can’t fail to impress and only serve to incentivise current players to get their names on the legendary list, too. Following the decline of the Roehampton Club, the trophy was rescued from plans to use it for a golf competition and now resides at Ham, Roehampton’s closest polo neighbour, just across Richmond Park.
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The Roehampton Cup now involves playing league games in Henley at the grounds of the Black Bears Polo Club. Teams that qualify in these stages make it to Ham to battle out for the trophy itself. Finals this year are scheduled for 27 August and are without a doubt one of the finest spectacles you can enjoy at Ham. Plenty of pitch-side parking ensures a great view for everybody – bring your own picnic or enjoy food from the Chukka Tucker stand overlooking the main ground. The final tournament of the year is the Billy Walsh in September. This attracts a high number of entries and a buzzing social atmosphere as polo enthusiasts get their last fix of the action before the autumn. Polo and charity fundraisers have long been associated, and over the years Ham has hosted events that have raised millions for worthy causes. This summer, the Laureus Polo Cup returns, raising funds for ‘sport for good’ in South American countries. The starstudded event is supported by the likes of Boris Becker, Eddie Jordan and Sean Fitzpatrick. Some of the world’s top polo players come to the match and, with the afterparty at Annabel’s, it’s not one to miss. Key social events for the diary start with the preseason cocktail party. Players, supporters and devotees of the sport rub shoulders as they discuss winter adventures and summer plans. The Summer Ball is a spectacular white-tie evening with dinner and dancing. The Dubai Trophy Friday evening matches and after-parties are perfect for kicking off the weekend. Roehampton Cup day is the biggest Sunday of the season – expect
glamorous attendees and some highly competitive polo. In September, the fun continues with the players’ dinner and end-of-season party. Since its formation in 1926, Ham has remained one of the most important venues for polo in the UK. In its early years, there was hefty competition from larger clubs like Roehampton and Hurlingham, but despite its rivals’ decline and closure in the 1950s, Ham has remained at the forefront of British polo. It was the first club to reopen after WWII, and the club team captained by Billy Walsh won the first post-war tournament for the Roehampton Cup in 1947. In the 91 years of its existence, Ham has seen royalty from all over the world playing on the hallowed turf in Petersham. The Duke of Edinburgh, along with the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry have all made plenty of appearances on the field of play. They have often been joined by top-ranking polo professionals, including world number one Adolfo Cambiaso. If you’re looking for a unique venue for corporate entertainment, then Ham can offer a number of bespoke packages. The whole club is available for private hire with matches and catering all available as part of the entertainment. For smaller groups, there is the raised clubhouse decking, which offers a perfect place for private lunches for up to 75 on match days. Alternatively, smaller private areas can be organised through the events team. With polo season already underway, don’t miss out on the fun. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate on the day. One of polo’s best clubs is just a few miles away and everybody is welcome to make the most of it.
more information Where: Ham Polo Club, Richmond When: Every Sunday of the summer, plus other dates How much: Picnic entry, £5 per person Social Membership: Upon application hpclondonpolo.com
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Sun Downers As it basks in more than 300 days of sunshine a year, you’re guaranteed to receive a good dose of vitamin D during a stay at The Anam in Vietnam, located in the northern Cam Ranh peninsula. With magnificent colonial-era architecture and details, the newly opened, 12-acre resort includes 117 villas and 96 rooms and suites, all within a blissful beachfront setting. With three restaurants, a traditional Balinese spa and 3D movie theatre, accompanied by warm-hearted service and a ‘no news, no shoes, no stress’ philosophy, the hotel promises an experience to be found nowhere else. From $200 per night, theanam.com
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Jungle Kingdom Striking the perfect balance between a bustling city and peaceful retreat, São Paulo is the ideal setting for Oetker Collection’s latest hotel: Palácio Tangará. As it is located within the vibrant green sanctuary of Burle Marx Park, guests will receive a real taster of Brazil’s tropical forests, with each of the 141 guestrooms and suites offering stunning views over the park. Food is overseen by Michelin-starred chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, who offers a choice of dining options, including the signature restaurant, the chef’s table, the lobby or the lounge bar. From £362 per night, palaciotangara.com
Situated in the heart of Cheshire, Grade II-listed country pub and hotel The Vicarage has unveiled six new luxury suites within the most historic part of the building. Given its name, you can expect quaint, quirky touches and a traditional country feel within each room, which feature high ceilings, exposed beams and stately roll-top baths. Predominantly a food-led destination, The Vicarage also has a delicious seasonal menu, created using locally sourced ingredients, making for the ideal British country escape. From £140 per night, thevicaragecheshire.com
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Italian Chic Following an extensive 18-month renovation, Hotel Eden is back in full Italian swing. Formerly comprising 121 rooms, the hotel has now been condensed into 98 spacious rooms and suites, which delicately blend timeless Italian furnishings with modern luxuries. High ceilings and large windows feature throughout, allowing in natural light and incredible views of Rome’s skyline. A dynamic food and drink concept has also been introduced, along with Hotel Eden’s first urban spa, featuring a brand new blow-dry bar to try out. From €730 per night, dorchestercollection.com
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With the recent launch of direct flights from London courtesy of British Airways, Chile is already well on its way to becoming one of the most popular destinations of 2017. On cue, Sarah gilbert takes to the skies to discover the country’s incredible landscape, from sandy deserts and vast salt flats to active volcanoes
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watch the shadow of the balloon track our path across the ground below. As we drift towards Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley), the still-smoking volcanoes and undulating dunes appear from above to have a planetary quality. Balloons over Atacama, part of Eastern Safaris, began operating last year, floating over the world’s highest and driest desert – its other-worldly landscapes stretch for more than 40,000 square miles across northern Chile. I clamber rather clumsily into the wicker basket as a shaft of sunlight appears over Licancabur volcano, before we gently soar into the rapidly brightening sky. Looking down, I can see unlikely patches of green in the otherwise barren landscape – a smattering of oasis villages fed by underground rivers and melted snow from the Andes. Indeed, Atacama is reputed to be one of the driest places on Earth, receiving only 1-3mm of rain each year. As soon as we touch down, with barely a bump, champagne corks pop in honour of our safe landing. I am staying at Explora Atacama, which reopened at the start of this year following a refurbishment. The long, low buildings take their cue from the natural surroundings, featuring muted, earthy tones of whitewashed adobe, stone and wood. Elsewhere, blasts of colour come courtesy of handwoven blankets, and picture windows provide the stunning views. There’s also the added luxury of a swimming pool set in a landscaped desert garden, a spa and a top-notch restaurant turning local produce into gourmet fare. Opened in 1998, Explora is referenced for having started the wave of luxury hotels, bars and restaurants that have since flooded this resort town. It sits on the fringes of San Pedro de Atacama, where the atmospheric dusty streets throng with tourists, there for the handicrafts and cafés, the pretty tree-lined plaza complete with an Andean church and archaeological museum. Less hotel, more luxe base camp, Explora’s extensive menu of explorations is designed to give visitors an exclusive look at some of Chile’s most spectacular scenery without the crowds. Half- and full-day hikes, journeys by bike and horseback, and high mountain ascents for those who have acclimatised that go where the tour buses don’t reach.
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From the air, I caught a glimpse of the Salar de Atacama, the world’s third largest salt flat and later in the afternoon, we set out with a guide to explore its vast expanse. At close quarters, the compacted salt crunches like ice underfoot as we follow a track to the shores of Laguna Chaxa, a startling sweep of vivid blue. As if on a cue, a flock of Andean flamingos fly overhead in strict formation. Others pace in the shallows, foraging for microscopic, but carotene-rich brine shrimps that give them their distinctive rosy hue. With its high altitude, clean air and lack of light pollution, Atacama is one of the finest places on Earth for stargazing – the planets and stars of the southern sky visible for all to see, including ringed Saturn and multihued Jupiter. And I don’t have to venture far; Explora offers stargazing at its own private observatory using a 16-inch Meade telescope for near perfect clarity. The following day’s hike sees me crisscrossing through rocky, but surprisingly verdant landscape, dotted with hardy pre-puna vegetation that brings me to the Puritama Hot Springs and a chance to take a dip in Explora’s private, reed-fringed thermal pool. Some guests choose two wheels to ride through the scrubby, buff-coloured desert, taking in an ancient settlement of the atacameños, the indigenous desert people. I choose four legs; Explora’s on-site stable houses more than 20 horses, perfect for novices and expert riders. I ride out of the village with my guide, leaving behind the rough-hewn adobe farmhouses for an expanse of stone-strewn desert flanked by striated rock formations, sculpted by wind and time. The only cloud in the cobalt-blue sky is a distant plume of steam rising from a smouldering crater. On my last evening, I step out into the darkness of Explora’s cobbled courtyard and look up to see a silvery band arc across the sky: the brilliance of the Milky Way appears so close I am tempted to reach out and touch it. I began my journey in Chile’s stylish capital, Santiago, a dynamic, modern city where Latin America meets Europe and colonial mansions sit next to skyscrapers. My base was Luciano K, a 1920s apartment building turned chic boutique hotel following a sensitive restoration, which ensured its original features – including lofty ceilings, ornate mouldings, parquet flooring and Santiago’s first lift – remained intact, and added just the right amount of modernity. Set in the cosmopolitan neighbourhood of Lastarria and tucked between two green spaces, the Parque Forestal and the Santa Lucía hill are home to an increasing number of cutting-edge galleries and trendy boutiques, with a rooftop restaurant and bar, perfect for trying the potent national cocktail, a pisco sour.
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For a glimpse into Chilean history, I strolled around the Plaza de Armas, at the heart of the city since it was founded by a Spanish conquistador in 1541, and still home to imposing buildings flanked by towering palm trees, and admired the exquisite pottery from the country’s pre-Columbian cultures on display at the Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino. Then I squeezed along the narrow lanes of La Vega, the city’s permanently busy food market, where stalls were piled high with fresh and exotic produce, such as the nutty-flavoured lucuma. I couldn’t leave without sampling Chile’s renowned wines. At the Matetic Vineyards, set in a fertile valley little more than an hour’s drive from Santiago towards the coast, I tasted everything from the tropical, citrus-scented sauvignon blanc to the flagship spicy syrah. It was the perfect spot to raise a toast to Chile and its intoxicating mix of sophistication, wine and wilderness.
more information Cox & Kings (020 3813 9336, coxandkings.co.uk) offers a seven-day tour to Chile priced from £4,195 pp, including direct flights from London Heathrow with British Airways, private transfers and excursions, domestic flights with LATAM, two nights at Luciano K in Santiago, three nights at Explora Atacama and two nights at Casa Higueras in Valparaiso.
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Green Flag Olivia Sharpe is given a lesson in quality by father and son André and Gilberto Jordan, owners of residential resort Belas Clube de Campo outside of Lisbon, which is currently in the midst of its next exciting development phase
In 2015, Portugal broke foreign tourist records as the number of visitors soared to more than 10 million (a rise of 10 per cent on the previous year) and the Algarve and Lisbon were listed as the most popular destinations. The allure of the Algarve is no secret – with its white sandy beaches, unspoilt coastline and distinctly Mediterranean feel, it attracts visitors year in, year out, particularly from the UK. However, this was not always the case and before its sudden boom in the ‘80s, it was relatively unknown to Brits. It took one man, André Jordan, to recognise the region’s potential when he visited in the ‘70s after a tip-off from a Swedish businessman in the Caribbean who deemed the Algarve to be “the next big thing”. Then living in Brazil, where he started his career as a journalist, the Polish-born developer had already established himself in the real-estate world, but the creation of Quinta do Lago in 1972 – a small country club complete with chalets and a golf course nearby to Faro Airport – was his first solo development project. It was inspired by the country clubs he had frequented in America, but “adapted to a European lifestyle”. With golf being one of the biggest draws to the Algarve today, he truly spotted a gap in the
market and the now vast complex comprises some 500 villas set in 800 acres and its premier golf resort is ranked as one of the best in Europe. Following the success of Quinta, next came Belas Clube de Campo – a thriving residential community of 2,100 dwellings housing a total of 800 families. Twenty years since its inception, it now boasts a championship golf course, along with a clubhouse, sports facilities, health club and spa. Belas is in the midst of its next exciting phase called Lisbon Green Valley. The design, created by American architect Robert A. M. Stern, sees André’s original master plan taken to new heights, offering a mix of residences, including apartments, townhouses and villas, combined with five-star facilities in 800 hectares of Portuguese countryside. At 83, the visionary businessman is still as sharp as ever and, to this day, has an innate understanding of how people want to live. For André, the reason why Belas appeals to residents is simple: “It is good quality living. It’s low density, it’s peaceful, there’s security and clean air. These basic factors are what make it appealing.” Along with this, André prides himself on being able to foresee “the future potential of a place” and this has been highlighted
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through Lisbon Green Valley. This unique concept was borne some 20 years ago and along with residential homes, plans are also in place for a hotel, school, health centre, horse-riding centre and supermarket. Another one of Belas’ big selling points is its location. Despite being seemingly isolated in the heart of rural Portugal, it sits in a triangle between Sintra, Cascais and Lisbon, meaning residents are just a 20-minute drive from the burgeoning capital with its bars, restaurants and shopping. The resort also benefits from being situated in Serra da Carregueira, the mountainous municipality overlooking the Sintra hills and the sea beyond. With Belas, André aimed to bridge the gap between natural environments and urban living and he has been pioneering in his commitment to sustainability. All of the properties on site have been built to ensure the preservation of the area’s ecosystem and in accordance with the strictest environmental prerequisites. With its focus on quality, Belas undoubtedly caters to affluent members of society. However, it was never André’s aim to emulate the glamorous and exclusive resorts he had visited in America. Disliking the terms ‘exclusive’ or ‘luxury’, his vision instead was to create an inclusive community where people feel relaxed, secure and comfortable. “I was always against gated communities,” he explains. “People shouldn’t feel as though they’re excluded because often it ends up being the residents who become the prisoners.”
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Therefore, while Belas is a private community, locals are welcome to use the on-site facilities and the new school being built will be open to all children in the area. Being a first-home resort, the majority of residents at Belas are, unsurprisingly, Portuguese. And yet, there are still some 26 different nationalities currently residing there and André and Gilberto are hopeful that this number will grow at Lisbon Green Valley as they focus on targeting an international market. Twenty-five out of the 750 units already built have been bought by Chinese investors and the company has had much interest from the Brazilian and Middle Eastern markets. Despite global political and economic uncertainty, Portugal appears to be thriving and the two businessmen look on the global changes in a potentially positive light. “It’s very difficult to predict what’s going to happen and we’re living in these volatile times,” comments Gilberto. “We may get some positive pull out of Brexit from companies moving out of London and will come here.” André is adept at dealing with turbulent times, having founded his business in the thick of Portugal’s Carnation Revolution. Both André and Gilberto take pride in their nation’s ethnic and cultural diversity: “The attractiveness of Portugal to internationals didn’t exist before, but it does exist now,” says André. “We have always been very accepting of different communities and this is what makes it appealing to those who want to live in a peaceful place.” With Lisbon Green Valley, the André Jordan Group hopes to venture into pastures new and, with father and son at the helm, I have no doubt it will succeed. belasclubedecampo.pt, lisbongreenvalley.pt
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Think of Margaret River as the Napa Valley of Australasia, only with far fewer tourists and an irreverent off-the-beaten-path charm. Bustling Perth, a three-hour drive away, is perhaps the most isolated city in the world, so a trip here feels like a wilderness adventure in itself, filled with witchy old Jarrah trees, eucalyptus canopies and cackling Kookaburras. The verdant, sultry, sometimes swampy region is home to more than 150 wineries (many located along the ten-mile stretch of Caves Road), producing superlative chardonnays, rieslings and crisp, coldweather cabernets. The landscape itself is ever-shifting: from a patchwork of honey-coloured farmland to dense forests and craggy coastlines. As well as its reputation as one of the most exciting gourmet destinations in Australia, there’s also a beachy vibe. Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park – a 145 square mile landscape buffeted by sea spray and filled with echoing caves and gaggles of lazing kangaroos – boasts pristine amber beaches (a mecca for surfers, who flock for the quiet sands and towering waves). You’ll be spoilt for fine wine choice, so head to the region’s most established winery, Leeuwin Estate, to sample its complex Art Series Chardonnays (often described as Australia’s best). Set on a former cattle ranch, the estate is unassuming – a warren of wood and adobe buildings with corrugated iron roofs – but its modern farm-to-table restaurant serves sophisticated fare, from fig and blue cheese sorbet to succulent Fremantle octopus with fennel, rhubarb and radish. Set aside time to walk at least part of the cape-tocape coastal track (135 kilometres, between the lighthouses of Naturaliste and Leeuwin). There’s no better way to take in this stirring landscape and its spectacular sunsets.
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From its tangled woodlands to its vast, sprawling pastures, Lizzie Pook explores this remote food and wine haven in Western Australia
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CHECK IN In a tranquil vineyard valley in the town of Yallingup, the characterful stone and timber farmhouse at the heart of the boutique Empire Retreat and Spa was once the owner’s family home. It has blossomed into a collection of rustic rooms and a charming, restful day spa. Relax in the secluded jacuzzi, sauna and outdoor shower among the landscaped gardens, then take a stroll around the vineyard to sample standout chardonnays and cabernet sauvignons. From £181 per night, empireretreat.com
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DINING OUT For breakfast, duck into Cape Lodge – a favourite of Sting, Bill Clinton and Katy Perry – for French toast with fresh figs, fig cream and vanilla labna, before whiling away an afternoon in the restaurant at the grand Vasse Felix wine estate (try the marron crayfish followed by hearty rabbit pappardelle with mushroom, fig, cocoa and blue cheese). The Gourmet Escape festival, which takes place each November, also offers a chance to indulge in fine cuisine amid breathtaking coastal surroundings. Previous headliners include Noma’s René Redzepi and the ever-experimental Heston Blumenthal. capelodge.co.au, vassefelix.co.au, gourmetescape.com.au
don’t miss... Wildlife lovers should consider snorkelling in the protected Ngari Capes: find an underwater landscape of neon coral and the impressive HMS Swan wreck, as well as around 100 species of fish. In winter and spring, humpback and southern right whales make their way past on their migration. The blue whale can also be spotted at Geographe Bay, particularly in November. Naturaliste Charters offer eco-friendly whale-watching tours, led by staff with marine science backgrounds. whales-australia.com.au
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Clockwise from top: The cape-to-cape track; Caves Road; Boranup Beach Leeuwin-Naturaliste national park; humpback whale; Gourmet Escape Festival; the Margaret River coast; kookaburra (and above); Naturaliste Lighthouse
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Hind’s Head: Revisited Olivia Sharpe heads over to Heston Blumenthal’s celebrated gastropub, which has just reopened after a three-week refurbishment
All eyes are on Berkshire this month as the location of Pippa Middleton’s forthcoming wedding. Just 45 minutes away from where her nuptials are taking place, the culinary town of Bray has also come under the spotlight this month as Heston Blumenthal’s renowned Michelin-starred gastropub, The Hind’s Head – which famously played host to Prince Philip’s stag do before his marriage to HM The Queen in 1947 – has reopened following a refurbishment. This marks the first major one since 2004. The pub’s Grade II-listed building dates back to the 15th century. Original period features, including oak panelling, wooden beams, an open fireplace and a panel commemorating the infamous Vicar of Bray from the Tudor era, which reads – "Fear knocked at the door. Faith answered. No one was there” – are what make this charming establishment so novel to visitors. While I was initially fearful when I heard that such an old favourite was being given a revamp, fortunately, it has been done in due reverence to the pub’s history. Steven Saunders of interiors firm Fabled Studio was given the task, which included remodelling the ground floor to make the dining space larger and redesigning the private dining area. Named The Vicar’s Room, it draws reference to the pub’s past with a dining table hewn from a single piece of oak, and a chandelier featuring wired portraits of monarchs Mary I and Elizabeth I capturing diners’ attention.
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The biggest transformation can be seen upstairs, which has been turned into The Royal Lounge where patrons can now enjoy drinks at its cocktail bar before or after their meal. Here, the cosy village pub ambience comes from the plush red and green velvet armchairs and banquet seating, and stained-glass windows draw in the afternoon sunlight. Elsewhere, quaint features including old copper heat lamps, meat mincers and taxidermy add an even greater note of charm. This is the ideal place to enjoy a snack of the pub’s famous Scotch eggs, before dining. The menu remains as it always was. Unlike Blumenthal’s neighbouring restaurant, The Fat Duck, The Hind’s Head is not about showing off the chef’s love of experimentation, but about honouring classic British dishes. The three-, four- and six-course menus are changed seasonally by head chef Janos Veres, who has been there since January last year. Those who enjoy heartier fare are well catered for, with dishes of rich ham hock, pork tenderloin and leak terrine and a warming chicken and leek pie served with creamy mash being true staples of the restaurant. Alternatively, more refined options include a scallop Waldorf starter followed by succulent roasted duck breast served with asparagus, wild garlic and celeriac – the perfect dishes to celebrate the British summertime. Monday-Friday lunch, Mary Menu, £25, Aleyn Menu, £45, and Elizabeth Menu, £58, hindsheadbray.com
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A Feast for the Eyes Forget the FROW; this season’s hottest fashion is best spotted in the kitchen. We scout out the chefs championing both style and substance this summer Image courtesy of: The Berkeley
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Kate Mousse A Gucci Breton jumper, a Ralph & Russo dress and a pair of gingham Stella McCartney pumps: these are the pieces from S/S17 that pastry chef Mourad Khiat selected for his latest version of The Berkeley’s famed Prêt-à-Portea afternoon tea. Reimagined as rhubarb mousse, pain de gênes cake and Battenburg, respectively, the trio of stylish designs join a pineapple compote inspired by an Emilio Pucci colourblock jumpsuit, banana biscuits likened to Charlotte Olympia’s Chiquita pumps and a chocolate-glazed sponge replica of Mulberry’s Pembroke tote that looks (almost) too good to eat. From £52 per person, The Berkeley, SW1X, the-berkeley.co.uk
What could be better than a Chiara shoe by Sophia Webster? An edible version, of course. The designer has joined forces with Harrods to produce a Social Butterflies afternoon tea, with pastries, cakes and biscuits created in homage to Webster’s signature shoe designs. Tuck into chocolate butterfly wings, a gingerbread Chiara and a passion fruit shoe box before popping down to Shoe Heaven, where an exclusive pink glitter version of the Evangeline sandal will be available. From £49 per person, available until 23 June at The Georgian at Harrods, 020 7225 6800
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If you’re yet to book tickets to the V&A’s Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion exhibition, be sure to do so via Daphne’s, which is offering a special food and drink package in honour of this year’s biggest fashion event. Enjoy the show before dining on a two-course lunch or dinner at the South Kensington restaurant, and toasting the Spanish designer with the Fashionista cocktail – a white rum, Spanish bitter, citrus, elderflower and apple concoction. Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion exhibition package is available from 27 May, £40, 112 Draycott Avenue, SW3, daphnes-restaurant.co.uk
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Embrace the Cornish shores without leaving London. This summer, Rick Stein and his son, Jack, bring Cornwall to the big smoke with a three-month pop-up at The Goring, where all things sun, sea and sand will be celebrated. A temporary fish restaurant will take over the hotel’s terrace, where lobster, crab and the catch of the day will be served. It certainly sounds like our kind of plaice. A Taste of Cornwall at The Goring, 2 June – 18 September, thegoring.com
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Sloane Granger The foodie revival of Chelsea’s Pavilion Road – which has seen the likes of Bread Ahead, London Cheesemongers, Natoora and Provenance set up shop – is one step closer to achieving culinary star status with the imminent launch of Granger & Co. Notting Hill’s favourite brunch spot opens in Chelsea this June, when locals can dine on its famed avo and eggs, sweetcorn fritters and the restaurant’s famous ricotta hotcakes without having to venture out of SW. 237-239 Pavilion Road, SW1X, grangerandco.com
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America has given the UK much to be thankful for. Friends, Elvis Presley and blue denim top the list, but in culinary circles it’s the hamburger that reigns as the supreme champion. Just ask Joe Grossmann – the chef toured the country sampling its vast offering of beef-and-bun medleys before bringing its secrets back to the UK. Now, his burger chain Patty & Bun is at the vanguard of meaty eateries, with nine branches across London. The latest is in Notting Hill, where cult favourites Ari Gold (a cheeseburger with a difference) and Lambshank Redemption (lamb, coriander and chilli) are served. Cheers, Uncle Sam. 14 Pembridge Road, W11, pattyandbun.co.uk
The Chronicles of Notting Hill “Why is the rum always gone?” Pirates of the Caribbean’s Jack Sparrow forlornly asked. If only he had ventured to the streets of Notting Hill, he would have discovered the answer to his question – for local restaurant Rum Kitchen is harbouring a lengthy cocktail menu dedicated to the good stuff. Fellow lovers of the Caribbean spirit can sample the selection for themselves at the eatery’s newly launched Rum Chronicles event, where guests will toast the evening with a punchy rum cocktail before learning the mixologist ropes from specialist rum masters. £65 per person, every Wednesday from 7pm, 6-8 All Saints Road, W11, therumkitchen.com
Going South Following its success in Marylebone, Euro-Japanese restaurant Dinings has ventured south to SW3, where a second UK branch has opened on Chelsea’s Walton Street. Offering its own style of sushi and sashimi, the menu of which regularly changes with the seasons, the eatery has produced a sushi version of the famous plateau de fruits de mer dish, making the ultimate sharing platter for chopstick-savvy diners. Walton House, Lennox Gardens Mews, Walton Street, SW3, dinings.co.uk
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As The Ivy celebrates its centenary with a year-long series of events, dishes and drinks, Ellen Millard goes behind the stained-glass windows to meet the movers and shakers turning the cogs of one of London’s most famous restaurants hen Shakespeare dubbed green the colour of envy, The Ivy was not yet in existence. But it’s fitting that the hue for which the restaurant is best known also symbolises a sentiment no doubt felt by every other food outlet within the confines of the M25 – for The Ivy has done the near impossible in the capital's tumultuous culinary scene, and survived for 100 years. In an era of fleeting pop-ups, food trucks and festivals, The Ivy's longevity is somewhat of an anomaly, as is the unquestioned reputation on which it prides itself. Name a celebrity, politician or monarch and they’ve no doubt dined behind the restaurant’s stainedglass windows – in fact, it would perhaps be easier to name the ones who haven’t. Founded in 1917 by Abel Giandellini as a nondescript Italian café, its close proximity to London’s West End meant it quickly became the place to go for
pre- or post- show suppers, for spectators and thespians alike. In 1989 it was closed, and reopened again a year later by then-owners of Caprice Holdings Jeremy King and Chris Corbin, and thus began The Ivy’s ascent into gastronomic stardom. In 2005, Caprice Holdings was acquired by Richard Caring, and since then the establishment’s repertoire has grown to include four cafés and six grill and brasseries, including The Ivy City Garden, which is opening imminently. Now it’s marking its centenary with a year-long celebration, including a new cocktail menu, a specially designed dessert (created in the style of the restaurant’s signature stained-glass windows), a green plaque presented by Westminster City Council to commemorate The Ivy’s lasting legacy, and a host of events and offers. This June, a new book, The Ivy Now: 100 Years On, details the restaurant’s lengthy history – as told by director Fernando Peire – with anecdotes from its regular guests and recipes by head chef Gary Lee. Here, the establishment’s veteran employees spill the beans on life behind the scenes and toast the next 100 years.
L-r: The Ivy exterior, photography: David Griffen; The Ivy windows; Heritage beetroot, Cerney Ash cheese, walnut, granola and mint salad, both images courtesy of: The Ivy Now: 100 Years On, photography: ©Jenny Zarins
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Fernando Peire The former maître d’ and now director remembers the celebrity diners that gave The Ivy its star-studded reputation When I joined The Ivy, it was 1990. London has undergone a restaurant revolution since then. The public’s more much sophisticated and demanding, so the restaurant scene generally has changed massively and the The Ivy has evolved with it. Sometimes a moment occurs and you say to yourself: “I’m sure this is one of those occasions that I’ll talk about in the future”. This happened when Princess Diana had her 30th birthday party in the middle of the restaurant. Nobody knew who was coming, but we knew that it was a special guest. She looked amazing and the whole dining room went silent when she walked in.
One time, somebody phoned up on a Saturday evening and asked, very bluntly, for a table in half an hour for six people for Beyoncé — and I’d never heard of her. I’d been living in Spain and I’d just come back to The Ivy, and even though I was the director by then I still liked to run the desk from time to time. I thought “She’s not one of our regular customers”, so I said no. Later, I asked one of the waiters if they’d ever heard of somebody called Beyoncé Knowles, and they got really excited and asked if she was coming in, and I said “Well not any more!” The staff all had a good laugh at my expense because the new boss didn't know who Beyoncé was. A good maître d’ for me is somebody who makes the customer feel good. They forget their ego and only think about what’s best for the customers, the atmosphere and the restaurant. A maître d’ has to be generous, fun, interested in the customers, and has to have a great memory – there’s nothing people like more than you remembering their name when they come in. The Ivy is a place that makes you feel good, and that’s what it’s about more than anything. It has always been a very comfortable restaurant; that and the history of The Ivy makes it a place that people are happy sitting in. On top of that you’ve got the restaurant side, which is looking after people in a certain way and at The Ivy, we’ve set a certain style of service since 1990, which is well informed, but also friendly.
Clockwise from top left: The Ivy bar, photography: Paul Winch-Furness; Fernando Peire, photography: David Cotsworth; The Ivy exterior, photography: David Griffen; Dame Anna Wintour and Kate Moss; photography: Dave Benett, image courtesy of: Getty Images; Daisy Lewis, Andrew Scott, and Jessica De Gouw; Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Pitt, photography: Dave Benett, image courtesy of: Getty Images
The closest I’ve come to being awestruck was when I met David Bowie. It wasn’t because I was a huge fan of his music, but I’d always found him interesting and intriguing and one of those really special, one-off people. When he died recently, everybody felt it, didn’t they? It affected people. When I met him, I was similarly affected. You felt like you were meeting somebody from another planet, almost.
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The drink that sums up The Ivy best is a classic martini. It’s just a timeless cocktail that’s always been around and I think it’s very befitting of the era that we’re from: the 1920s. I think it’s the drink that’s been drunk at The Ivy for the longest period. But the best seller is an espresso martini; that’s just a sign of the times. It’s probably a best seller in many restaurants at the moment.
Darren Ball The head barman raises a classic martini to The Ivy’s 100 years
Clcokwise from top left: The Ivy interior, photography: Paul Winch-Furness; Darren Ball, photography: Jake Eastham; The Ivy stairway, photography: Paul Winch-Furness; Jim Carter and Imelda Staunton, phohography: Dave Benett; Alan Carr and Kylie Minogue OBE
The first cocktail I ever drank was a Ferrari Jack. It was in a local bar in Birmingham, and it was amaretto, coke and Jack Daniel’s. I remember the first cocktail I made was at Hotel du Vin, and it was a French martini; it’s still one I go back to if somebody wants something fruity. The first time I fell in love with cocktails was when I went to Rome. I was still at university and we went on a bar crawl with a hostel, and I was drinking pints of negroni. That’s been my favourite drink ever since.
We’ve made a new cocktail menu by way of celebrating the centenary. It takes the shape of a 1920s theatre programme, with a title and five acts, or five key moments of the past 100 years. The 100-Year Legacy is my favourite. It’s gin with a bit of maraschino and bitters, but we’ve made a six-and-a-half litre batch of it which is going to age for the next 100 years. Every time someone orders one, we assemble the drink, pour it into the top of the batch and then take from the tap at the bottom. If there’s any restaurant that’s likely to be around in another 100 years, I’d say it’s probably The Ivy. When I first worked at The Ivy, we used to get visits from a lady called Gita Chavez. She was the former editor of Gramaphone and she’d been coming in for about 50 years. She would still come in at 95-years-old, hobbling in on her walking stick, and she’d walk straight up to the bar and say: “Young man, I’ll have an extra strong gin martini with a twist”, and nearly fall over just from emphasising how strong she wanted it. She was so cool and for me she summed up The Ivy quite well. I think the location plays an important part in what makes The Ivy special. It’s in the heart of the theatre district. People are either coming because they’re going to the theatre afterwards so they’re all excited and you feel that in the atmosphere, or they’re arriving after seeing a show and are in good spirits. It’s a really special place to work because everyone’s coming in to have a good time. The Ivy Now is available from June at all The Ivy establishments, £30, the-ivy.co.uk
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What: Lady Macbeth screening When: 27 April Where: V&A, SW7 Who: William Oldroyd, Christopher Fairbank, Cosmo Jarvis, Florence Pugh and Naomi Ackie Why: The cast and crew of the new Lady Macbeth film came together for a preview screening held at the Victoria & Albert Museum. Directed by William Oldroyd, the story is loosely based on the 19th-century novella Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District, which was later adapted as an opera. After the screening, guests were invited to take part in a live Q&A with Oldroyd and actress Florence Pugh, who plays the lead character, Katherine, in the film.
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What: Symfunny No. 2 When: 19 April Where: Royal Albert Hall, SW7 Who: Prue Leith CBE, Lady Colin Campbell, Ore Oduba, Natasha Kaplinsky, Michael C. Fox and Laura Carmichael Why: Supporters of Parkinson’s UK united at the Royal Albert Hall for an evening of comedy and music, put together by conductor and composer James Morgan, who lives with the disease. Hosted by Jason Manford, the evening included musical performances from Katie Melua, Collabro and Aled Jones MBE (who did a clever duet with the recorded voice of Dame Vera Lynn), as well as comedy from Jack Dee and Josh Widdicombe.
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Daniel Edmund, Nicolle Begović & Asmir Begović
Jamie Moralee, Rio Ferdinand & Ricardo Guadalupe Nemanja Matić
Ricardo Guadalupe, Helen David, Benoît Lecigne & Beth Hannaway
What: The Ned launch When: 26 April Where: The Ned, EC2R Who: Princesses’ Eugenie and Beatrice of York, Alexandra Shulman OBE, Stanley Tucci and Laura Bailey Why: It came as no surprise that Soho House & Co. managed to coax a star-studded list of celebrities to the launch of its swanky new hotel in east London. Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice, Eddie Redmayne and Alexandra Shulman enjoyed drinks and dinner. Live music performances came from Tinie Tempah, Paloma Faith and Gary Barlow, before DJ Nick Grimshaw took to the decks to carry the party into the early hours.
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Nicolle Begović & Asmir Begović
Natasha Kaplinsky & Ricardo Guadalupe
Helen David & Ricardo Guadalupe
Nemanja Matić, Asmir Begović, Maxime PlesciaBüchi, Ricardo Guadalupe & Rio Ferdinand
What: Hublot launch with The Prince’s Trust When: 26 April Where: The Orangery, Kensington Gardens, W8 Who: Rio Ferdinand, Natasha Kaplinsky and Ricardo Guadalupe Why: While it is normally the women who steal the show when it comes to evening attire, it was the men on this occasion who held the spotlight at Hublot’s recent event. Footballing stars turned up looking dapper in black tie to celebrate more than 40 years of The Prince’s Trust’s charity service, for which Hublot has created a limited-edition timepiece, the Classic Fusion Chronograph Prince’s Trust. Hosted in Kensington Palace Gardens, the event invited guests to attend a private tour of The King’s Apartments before enjoying a seasonal gala dinner at The Orangery.
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Toby Sebastian
Florence Pugh
Cosmo Jarvis, Naomi Ackie, Fodhla Cronin O’Reilly, Christopher Fairbank, Florence Pugh, Alice Birch, William Oldroyd & Nick Emerson
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Fodhla Cronin O’Reilly & William Oldroyd
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Princess Beatrice, Sarah, Duchess of York & Princess Eugenie Ed Westwick
Jasmine Hemsley & Nick Hopper
Laura Bailey & Poppy Delevingne
Jenna Coleman
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Stanley Tucci, Woody Harrelson & Matthew Freud
Nick Grimshaw & Douglas Booth
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Felicity Blunt & Stanley Tucci
Hannah Bagshawe & Eddie Redmayne OBE
David Jenkins & Alexandra Shulman OBE
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Paultons Square, Chelsea SW3 An unmodernised key house set on the eastern side of one of Chelsea's most desirable garden squares. The house is listed Grade II and is arranged over 5 floors. 4-5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, dining room, drawing room. Approximately 278 sq m (2,993 sq ft). chelsea@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 5903
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Painters Yard, Chelsea SW3 Situated on a highly desirable part of Old Chelsea, this light and spacious second floor flat with lift benefits from excellent ceiling heights throughout. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen. EPC: D. Approximately 104.70 sq m (1,127 sq ft). chelsea@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 5903
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Kensington Square, Kensington W8 An enchanting family house with a large west facing private garden This outstanding Grade II listed house is situated in arguably the favoured position on Kensington Square. The house overlooks immaculately maintained communal gardens to the front and an unusually large rear garden of approxmately 111 ft. 10 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, guest cloakroom, rear garden, access to communal gardens. Approximately 478 sq m (5,151 sq ft). Freehold
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Queen's Gate Terrace, South Kensington SW7 With a private front door and a truly exceptional ballroom reception
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Entered via a private entrance, the property also benefits from 24 hour porter service and offers incredible entertaining space with a ballroom style double reception room of great scale and magnitude. 3 bedrooms (all en suite), study/bedroom 4, family bathroom, drawing room, dining room, kitchen, entrance hall, guest cloakroom, utility room, 3 patios, 24 hour porter, gym. EPC: D. Approximately 542 sq m (5,840 sq ft).
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Ladbroke Gardens, Notting Hill W11 Stunning three bedroom communal garden flat A unique opportunity to acquire a very special three bedroom ground and lower ground floor maisonette with direct access on to the highly sought after and beautiful communal gardens. Master bedroom suite, 2 further bedrooms, family bathroom, large reception room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen, study, private terrace leading directly on to the prestigious Ladbroke Gardens. EPC: E. Approximately 316.2 sq m (3403 sq ft). Share of freehold Guide price: £3,275,000
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Ennismore Gardens, Knightsbridge SW7 Beautifully refurbished three bedroom apartment with garden views The apartment is finished to impeccable standards with high ceilings, excellent storage and marble bathrooms. The impressive reception room offers a spacious living arrangement with an abundance of natural light. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen, lift and access to the communal gardens. EPC: D. Approximately 257 sq m (2,775 sq ft). Available unfurnished
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Guide price: £6,250 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/KNQ257003 All potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 and referencing fees of £48 per person 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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Palace Court, Notting Hill W2 Stylish four bedroom apartment in portered mansion block
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A second floor apartment situated in a keenly sought after portered development and located in close proximity to Hyde Park and Notting Hill Gate underground station. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, cloakroom, study area, lift, porter, wooden flooring throughout, plenty of built-in storage. EPC: E. Approximately 205 sq m (2207 sq ft). Available unfurnished Guide price: £3,000 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/NHQ119061 All potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 and referencing fees of £48 per person 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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The Royal Borough looks to tighten short-term letting rules The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea is hoping to tighten the rules on short-term lets in the area. The council’s scrutiny committees have set up a working group to look into the impact of Airbnb and other providers on the housing market, businesses and local communities. After some pressure from RBKC and a number of other councils, Airbnb made a change to its systems to limit the listing of whole flats and houses in the capital to the statutory maximum of up to 90 nights a year. The working group’s preliminary findings will be shared with residents at a public meeting at Kensington Town Hall in September, and a big report is being prepped for October’s public realm and housing and property scrutiny committees.
Kensington’s candy-cane townhouse can keep its stripes, rules High Court After two years of legal disputes, the High Court has ruled that the red stripes can stay on a house in Kensington. Property developer Zipporah LisleMainwaring’s house on South End became one of the most famous in the borough after the paint job appeared in 2015. The council was not impressed and served up a notice under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to repaint it white, condemning the new look as “incongruous with the local area”. Lisle-Mainwaring, 71, didn’t back down and went on to launch a judicial review at the High Court after a couple of appeals were turned Kensington stripes townhouse, image courtesy of: Stephen Richards down in 2016. Mr Justice Gilbart ruled: “In my judgment, to allow a local planning authority (LPA) to use section 215 to deal with questions of aesthetics, as opposed to disrepair or dilapidation, falls outside the intention and spirit of the Planning Code. I am therefore of the view that it is an improper use of section 215 to use it to alter a lawful painting scheme.”
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The Tale of Two Cities Georgina Cartwright, head of lettings at Strutt & Parker Kensington, fills us in on the factors driving the prime rental market in W8 this summer The prime rental market has shifted up a gear as tenants looking to secure a family house start to swing into action. Lettings tends to be very seasonal, with families trying to secure a new home before the schools break up for the summer and London empties during August. This traditionally busy rental period was disrupted last year as the country went to vote for Brexit, causing our predominantly international family tenants to take a ‘wait-and-see’ attitude to life, while many global businesses put a pause on the movement of personnel into the City. Twelve months on and, thankfully, life seems to be finally getting back to some kind of normal. Over the past few weeks, we have seen demand for well-presented family homes in good roads such as Bedford Gardens and Scarsdale Villas rocket, while the supply of such property to the market is lagging behind. Just this week we let a newly refurbished, first-floor flat in Kensington Court with four bedrooms on the first viewing. This was before we even had time to get our photographer round, let alone place it on the property portals, such is the demand for this type of property at present. Most encouragingly of all, the family renting the flat was French, with the husband working in the finance sector. For years, London has been home to a huge French population and is frequently referred to as France’s sixth biggest city. The immediate fear after the country voted for Brexit was that everyone would leave, but so far this doesn’t seem to have been the case. Our vibrant capital appears to remain a popular choice for families due to its multicultural attitude and excellent international education choices, including the oversubscribed Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle in South Kensington and Ecole Marie D’Orliac in Fulham. With Emmanuel Macron having just won the election in France, becoming the country’s youngest-ever President, I wonder if there is a possibility that he will manage to lure ‘nos amis’ back to their native land? Pro-EU, his stance will undoubtedly have implications for Brexit, and as a former banker he is keen to manoeuvre Paris into position as the financial centre following our departure. However, if there is one thing that this last year should have taught us, it’s the unpredictability of politics – and that London has an enduring appeal as a city in which to raise a family. Strutt & Parker, 103 Kensington Church Street, W8, struttandparker.com
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Greve in Chianti, Tuscany, Italy 6 bedroom farmhouse with swimming pool in Chianti
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A classical Tuscan farmhouse recently restored to a high level to provide a large family house with main house and large annexe, originally the granary. This newly restored property sits in a beautiful valley above Greve enjoying sunset views over vineyards and olive groves. With a swimming pool, a large annexe and several panoramic terraces. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, swimming pool, outbuildings. Approximately 334 sqm, in all about 11 hectares.
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Zoagli, Liguria, Italy 4 bedroom penthouse with stunning seaview Tastefully restored two-level penthouse with terraces, garden and outstanding seaview over the Riviera. Independent access and parking space. The property is composed by the last two floors of a completely renovated historical apartment block, shared with only four residents. Besides the terraces, the penthouse boasts also a broad garden of approximately 300 sq m with olive trees and fruit trees. There is the possibility of building a small swimming pool. 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and parking space. Approximately 220 sqm.
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Guide price: €1,500,000 KnightFrank.it/RSI170228 All potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 and referencing fees of £48 per person 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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LANCASTER PARKSIDE HYDE PARK W2 A MAGNIFICENT GRADE II LISTED FIRST FLOOR LATERAL APARTMENT An exceptionally rare first floor lateral apartment of superb proportions, offering sensational views across Hyde Park. Set within a grand, stucco fronted building, the property benefits from high ceilings, a private terrace, two parking spaces and daytime concierge service. Accommodation: Entrance hall, reception room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms (4 ensuite), media room, guest cloakroom. Amenities: Lift access, private terrace, daytime concierge, lutron lighting, combined heating and cooling system.
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£15,300,000 Leasehold Approx. 987 years remaining plus share of freehold
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EARLS COURT SQUARE KENSINGTON SW5 A PERIOD APARTMENT WITH FANTASTIC VIEWS An elegant two bedroom first floor period apartment with access to Earl’s Court Square Gardens. This beautiful apartment has splendid period features, high ceilings and overlooks Earl’s Court Square communal gardens. Perfect for entertaining, the apartment has a bright reception room with three French doors leading to a private balcony. Accommodation: Reception room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room. Amenities: Balcony, residentsonly communal gardens.
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Pembroke Gardens Close, W8 £3,500,000 A beautiful four bedroom low-build house with off-street parking and a charming south-west facing garden, situated in a sought-after private enclave in Kensington. Freehold. EPC=D
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Hereford Road, W2 £4,500,000 A wonderful, imposing five-bedroom home configured over five floors, located on a sought-after Victorian terrace just off Westbourne Grove. Freehold. EPC=E
• Five bedrooms • Exceptional Entertaining Space • Wonderful Proportions • Private garden Notting Hill Sales : 020 8033 9029 sales.not@marshandparsons.co.uk
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ROYAL CRESCENT W11
Share of Freehold £795,000
A delightful unmodernised apartment on the second floor of a mid terrace Grade II Listed building with access to a beautiful communal garden. The accommodation comprises reception room with double sash windows overlooking the garden, one bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. Ideally located for the exit routes from London and the first class shopping facilities readily to hand.
GLOUCESTER TERRACE W2
Share of Freehold £2,100,000
Swinton House is a 1930’s purpose built block set back from the road. An elegant maisonette with its own private entrance and lock up garage. The apartment is sympathetically decorated with Art Deco features throughout. A bright ground floor reception room leads to an open plan kitchen and dining room. Both bedrooms feature generous en suite bathrooms with the addition of a further single bedroom or study
ST ANN’S VILLAS W11
Freehold for Sale £3,600,000
An early Victorian Grade II Listed corner house with a garden studio room and coach house/garage. Requiring modernisation, and currently a house over three floors with a separate lower ground floor apartment, this is a rare opportunity to refurbish and re-arrange a wonderful triple aspect property of enormous character. The 32’ west facing mature garden is walled along the southern perimeter. Approx 3,558 sq.ft.
ST PETERSBURGH PLACE W2
Share of Freehold £950,000
A charming two bedroom, two bathroom apartment in Bayswater set over the lower ground floor of a Victorian terrace with private communal gardens to the front. The apartment also comes with private garden to the rear. With the imminent redevelopment of nearby Queensway, it represents an ideal investment or pied a terre.
KNIGHTSBRIDGE SW7
To Let £1,350 per week
A stylish garden flat in one of London’s most secure apartment buildings within a stone’s throw of Harrods. The flat is beautifully presented and offers a large double bedroom, luxuriously appointed bathroom, spacious reception room, separate eat-in kitchen, guest cloakroom and large private patio. The building has 24 hour security, porterage, concierge service, spa, swimming pool and gym.
HOLLAND PARK AVENUE W11
To Let £375 per week
Spread over 900 sq.ft. this spacious flat is situated on the lower ground floor of a Victorian terrace house, with a private patio area. Large reception room, double bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and separate utility room. Holland Park Avenue benefits from the numerous shops, restaurants and cafes together with excellent transport.
ADDISON PLACE W11
To Let ÂŁ675 per week
A pretty Victorian cottage situated in a secluded cobbled street off the popular Addison Avenue. The house is well presented throughout and the easy flowing accommodation comprises interconnecting reception room, modern fitted kitchen leading to a conservatory dining area with doors to patio, two double bedrooms and bathroom. Holland Park Avenue is within a few moments walk.
WALMER ROAD W11
To Let ÂŁ625 per week
A charming quirky house with an integral garage on the doorstep of Avondale Park. The property has a large kitchen/dining room, spiral staircase to the reception room on the top floor with sliding doors onto a west facing terrace, 3 bedrooms, en suite bathroom and walk in shower room. Conveniently located for all that Clarendon Cross and Holland Park have to offer.
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A beautifully presented 3 bedroom lateral apartment on the 2nd floor (with lift) of this well maintained portered building, with the added benefit of a private communal garden. Spread over 1,221 sq ft, the property is filled with natural light thanks to a predominantly westerly outlook. Further benefits include parquet wooden flooring & an abundance of storage throughout. EPC rating D
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A beautifully presented 3/4 bedroom maisonette set within this attractive red brick period building, within close proximity to Sloane Square. Measuring approx 1,568 sq ft. The property benefits further from the use of Cadogan Square Gardens (with tennis court) by separate arrangement. EPC rating D
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Understanding the Unsaid Akash Puri, director of international sales at India Sotheby’s International Realty, tells Camilla Apcar why the time is right for buyers to make a smart investment Photography: Sarel Jansen
When India Sotheby’s International Realty launched in July 2014, Akash Puri, its director of international sales was in the thick of the action. Akash spent six months there, but it was soon decided that he would move to London to learn about the market from the UK Sotheby’s International Realty team, working closely with them. The results were so successful that it was made into a full-time role. He deals with real estate advisory across sales as well as lettings. “There’s a great bond between India and the UK,” says Akash. “There always has been, culturally and otherwise – and London seems to be the favourite destination for Indians moving west.” Akash’s own journey is an intriguing one. Just before the office opened, Sotheby’s International Realty found him through the client references he had made over the course of his first career: in investment banking. “I was based in Dubai, handling funds for non-resident Indians,” he says. “I worked in and travelled the Emirates, consulting and giving
international advisory services to clients. Then I moved to Singapore, doing the same thing for different countries in Southeast Asia and India.” The move was a natural one, and Akash still deals with some of the same clients from his private banking days. The general process is relatively simple – when the India office receives an enquiry, an associate will handle the client’s interest and pass the information on to Akash. After conference calls with the potential buyer to understand what they are after, he works with the UK office to create a shortlist of properties. “We can fix meetings for them to do viewings, or if they like the property and find value in our advice, they invest while they are still in India. On visiting London I then take them to see what they’ve invested in.” Akash has noticed a great deal of interest for larger investments and off-plans. “It depends what stage of life the client is in; whether it’s for their own use or just as an investment,” he says. “First time buyers would rather go with something off-plan than getting a secondary market property, which
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would be larger and more expensive.” He is often purchasing numerous properties for clients’ portfolios, all privately owned. Sotheby’s International Realty can be found in 70 countries, with 880 offices and 20,000 agents. The brand achieved a total sales volume of $95bn in 2016. Sotheby’s International Realty also has desks in Seattle, Dubai and will open more in the United States and south-east Asia. “But here, I always say that ‘time is defined in London’. It’s the epitome of civilisation. And the properties are just amazing – there’s so much art, culture and heritage.” With the market value of the pound falling, “it’s a great time to buy”, he smiles. “Prices have come down a bit, and there’s a lot more interest recently. It is a buyers’ market at the moment.” “The conversion of the pound to the rupee hasn’t been this low for some time,” he reports. “There is approximately 20 per cent change in the conversion rate since the recent highs – that’s why enquiries are increasing.” In scenarios where buyers are comparing different international locations, London comes out top. For instance, Mayfair’s central location is a huge draw for Indian buyers coming for a few months in the summer (especially from May until July). “They like to enjoy being in the buzz of things,” says Akash.
“When things are not said, just felt, you pick up the pulse of your client sometimes. That’s why I’m here” Only those of Indian origin can buy in India, but there’s also a degree of reverse osmosis – Sotheby’s International Realty helps those living in London find a property across the country, from Goa to a large number in other parts of India, including farmhouses. Much of Akash’s role is based on instinctively understanding his clients’ needs. “Indian buyers want to buy overseas, and I think having somebody who understands their culture, and is in London full-time, merges the gap,” he says. “When things are not said, just felt, you pick up the pulse of your client sometimes. That’s why I’m here. “The best part for me is bridging the gap between aspirations and reality. That’s one of the reasons I shifted from banking to real estate. If somebody helps you get your dream home, you’ll always remember that person.” 77-79 Ebury Street, SW1W 0NZ, 07884 866 135, sothebysrealty.co.uk
Akash Puri with Amit Goyal, India Sotheby’s International Realty CEO
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Bolton Gardens, Kensington SW5
ÂŁ1,795,000
A fantastic two bedroom flat located on the second floor of a red brick period building on one of South Kensington’s most sought after streets. The property is well proportioned throughout and benefits from a south facing reception room, separate kitchen, master bedroom with an en suite bathroom, second bedroom and family bathroom. EPC rating D. Approximately 872 sq ft (81 sq m). Two double bedrooms | Two bath/shower rooms (one en suite) | South facing reception/dining room | Kitchen | Resident parking | Lift
Leasehold approximately 969 years
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Iverna Court, Kensington W8
£1,950 per week
A fully refurbished lateral apartment on the second floor, with lift access of this prestigious mansion building located near Kensington High Street. The property is fully furnished, and offers three double bedrooms, balcony, and luxurious living space. EPC rating B. Approximately 1,492 sq ft (139 sq m). Master bedroom suite | Two further bedrooms | Shower room | Kitchen | Reception/dining room | Balcony | Lift | Resident porter
Available furnished for a long let*
*fees may apply
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Tennyson House, Culford Gardens, Chelsea SW3 ● ● ● ●
1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms (1 en suite) Reception room Kitchen
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Roof terrace Porter and lift Approx. 695 sq ft (65 sq m) EPC: C
Guide price £1,600,000 Leasehold with approx. 67 years remaining For more information, call Tim des Forges 020 7399 5010 or email tim.desforges@eu.jll.com
2 Cale Street Chelsea London SW3 3QU
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Radnor Terrace, Kensington W14 ● ● ● ● ●
2 Double bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 24 Hour concierge service Use of leisure facilities EPC: current (B) potential (B)
£1,150 per week Furnished
Cheltenham Terrace, Chelsea SW3 ● ● ● ● ●
3 Double bedrooms 3 Bathrooms Double reception room 24 Hour concierge EPC: current (B) potential (B)
£1,950 per week Unfurnished
For more information, call David Mills 020 7399 5010 or email david.mills@eu.jll.com Potential tenants are advised that administration fees may be payable when renting a property. Please ask for details of our charges.
2 Cale Street Chelsea London SW3 3QU
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A spacious and light six-bedroom semi-detached house Elm Park Road, Chelsea SW3 • Semi-detached house • Six-bedrooms • Two off-street parking spaces Guide price: £6,450,000
• Over 3886sq ft • Separate staff quarters • EPC rating D
Chelsea Office: T: 020 7225 6700
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A LUXURIOUS AND SPACIOUS FIVE-BEDROOM APARTMENT VICTORIA ROAD, KENSINGTON W8 •Master suite & large dressing room • Open plan kitchen/dinning room KENSINGTON OFFICE: • Four further bedrooms • 3,325sq ft/ 309sq m T: 020 365 4600 nicholas.shaw@harrodsestates.com • Cinema room with 7ft screen • EPC rating E Guide price: £7,350,000
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WALTON ON THAMES GUIDE PRICE £850,000
A RATHER SPECIAL GARDEN FLAT RETAINING FEATURES • TWO BEDROOMS AND TWO BATHROOMS
IMMENSE INDIVIDUAL DETAILING • THREE RECEPTIONS • PLENTY OF PARKING • LEASEHOLD
This stunning garden flat, located moments away from the mainline railway station, which benefits from direct links to London Waterloo, is perfectly placed within a key school catchment area, close to Walton’s rejuvenated high street. Occupying the entire ground floor of an exceptional period property, the flat is filled with natural light. Careful restoration work has recently been carried out to preserve its original features. The impressive square footage – in excess of 2,200 – is evident as you enter the reception
hall, which provides a superb first impression. The wellproportioned drawing room overlooks the garden, with double doors leading to a secluded outside area, while the open-plan kitchen/dining room boasts similar views, as well as bespoke units and ample entertaining space. The property has two bedrooms, including a master suite with a luxurious en-suite bathroom and a dressing area that could also be used as a media room. Outside, a gravel driveway provides parking space behind wrought iron gates.
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HANS CRESCENT, SW1X CRANLEY GARDENS, SW7 LYALL MEWS, SW1X Bedroom | |En Suite Entrance Hall 2 Bedrooms |2 | 4 Bedrooms 4| En SuiteBathroom Bathrooms Guest WC||Kitchen/Reception Reception/Dining Bathrooms Guest Cloakroom | 2 Reception RoomsRoom | Kitchen | 848 Room | 718 sqRoom ftsqft | Lift | EPC ERoom | Kitchen/Dining ||Laundry 24-hour | EPC F| 2,418 sq Porterage ft | Integral Garage Additional off-street Parking | Access to A newly refurbished and charming one Belgrave Square Gardens | EPC C
An excellently proportioned and bright two bedroom flat, benefitting from a wealth of double bedroomfreehold apartment, the An end-of-terrace mewswithin house natural light and wonderfully positioned heart of South Kensington. Positioned on situated in arguably one of Belgravia’ s most in the centre of Knightsbridge on this the second floor (with lift) of this attractive desirable locations. Thisopposite low built house prestigious crescent Harrods. The period building, the flat benefits from was disassembled; comprehensively apartment is situated on the thirdrebuilt floor of this wooden floors in thisbenefitting stunning from semithe open and fully modernised impressive period conversion with red-brick plan technology living roomadvances with fully-fitted kitchen. latest including air-Internally façade and excellent concierge. The apartment further comprises a master conditioning, Lutron lighting, motorised the accommodation comprises a blinds, central with modern en suite bathroom, abedroom built in entertainment system, underfloor entrance hall, double bedroom served by secondand bedroom and additional heating a fully fitted withshower Miele en suite fitted wardrobes andkitchen a well-equipped room. The property is flooded with natural and Gaggenau appliances. The property also bathroom; plus guest cloakroom, independent light, offering an east-west exposure and enjoys private use of an integral garage as kitchen and an expansive reception offering dualasviews over Evelyn Gardens well additional off-street parking inalongside the mewsHarrods south-westerly views over neighbouring Chelsea’s roof tops. and access to the prestigious Belgrave Square picturesque Basil Street. gardens, subject to separate negotiations.
£1,635,000 £1,550,000,STC STC £6,750,000
Leasehold (approximately 127 years remaining) Leasehold (121 years remaining) Freehold
CLAREVILLE GROVE MEWS, SW7 CLAREVILLE GROVE EATON PLACE, SW1X MEWS, 2 Bedrooms Suite Bathroom | Entrance HallSW7 ||2En Bedrooms |2 Shower Room Guest WC | Bathrooms (1 en|Suite) | Kitchen/Dining/ Two Bedrooms En Suite Bathroom | Reception/Dining Room Reception Room||Guest 855 sq ft || Kitchen Basement Shower Room Cloakroom | | Utility Room sqft EPC E| Storage Room|| 915 Shared Terrace | Access Reception/Dining Room ||Kitchen to Belgrave Square Gardens Utility Room | 915 sq ft | EPC E
A charming mews house idyllically positioned Anthis elegant flatcul-de-sac, with plentiful charm, the occupying in quiet A charming mews house within idyllically heart of approximately 855 sqThe ft ofproperty lateral space on the South Kensington. is presented in positioned in this quiet cobbled cul-de-sac, third floor of this well-located handsome period immaculate condition and has been carefully within the heart of South Kensington. building. Arranged over the fullItalian width ofsolid the wood designed throughout with The property is presented in immaculate building, the contemporary principal reception room is flooded floors and furnishings. This condition and has been carefully designed with naturalhouse light from its south-facing aspectsfrom attractive additionally benefits throughout with Italian solid wood floors over the street. In aspects addition toand the expansive south-westerly plentiful natural light. and contemporary furnishings. This attractive sittingaccommodation area, the room boasts a bespoke The comprises two house additionally benefits from south private integrated kitchen and space for dining; perfect entrances, an open reception/dining westerly aspects and plentiful natural light.room and for open-plan entertaining. The apartment separate fully-fitted kitchen, utility gated room, guest Clareville Grove Mews is a secure awards admission to a superb shared terrace, cloakroom, two double bedrooms with fitted lane, located at the north end of Clareville positioned to the peaceful rear of theen firstsuite floor, facilities wardrobes, one with beautiful Street, moments from the bountiful amenities overlooking Belgrave Mews. Occupiers’ can 915 sqft and further family bathroom; and a restaurants, the area is famousoffering for. alsoover enjoytwo exclusive access to Belgrave Square set floors. gardens, subject to the usual consents.
£1,100 £1,250 Per PerWeek Week £1,900,000 STC STC
Part Furnished Furnished Leasehold (174 years remaining)
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Cast Your Vote ELENA DIMOVA, managing director of CENTURY 21 Sophia Elena, urges buyers not to let the apparent multiple options prevent them from making a decision when it comes to the right property A general election would normally cause uncertainty and a pause in interest while buyers wait to see if any government or prospective policy change could affect their strategic decisions. It seems that the June general election has come at a time when most people have reached a saturation point with referendums and elections, and has therefore not curbed enthusiasm. Closer to the election date, a handful of buyers who have purchases agreed may wait to exchange until after the results are known, just in case a shock is on the cards. However, any change in terms of interest does not compare to the wait-and-see attitude we experienced in the last general election.
The pound has started to strengthen and, depending on the outcome of the election, may strengthen further The interesting thing that we are observing is that there are still so many reasons why overseas investors buy in London and continue to do so. With everything that is going on, it is still a more attractive proposition than other real estate markets with less advantageous tax regimes, not as good property ownership rights and not as efficient lettings markets. The pound has started to strengthen and depending on the outcome of the June election, may strengthen further. Sentiment seems to have bottomed out, judging by the amount of new people we are registering to buy. At the moment, there are a lot of quality options available for those looking. This does not mean that they will hang around forever or necessarily be replaced with equivalent quality at the same prices once they sell. If you are considering buying, and we know that many of you are, please do not let the apparent multiple options confuse your ability to make a decision once you find the right property for you. Guess what – it will also appeal to others and before you know it, it will be snapped up. CENTURY 21 Sophia Elena, 10 Clarendon Road W11 3AA, 020 7229 1414, century21uk.com
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Chelsea’s new luxury serviced apartments for retirement living are granted planning approval A £200m luxury lifestyle concept scheme in Chelsea aimed at high-net-worth perennials has been given the go-ahead by planners, and secured a £55m loan from Investec. Auriens – a new retirement living operator – came under the property spotlight a year ago when it announced a landmark acquisition on Dovehouse Street, just off the King’s Road. Proposals were drawn up by PDP to reimagine the prominent 0.74-acre site (described as “a gem” by Auriens co-founder Johnny Sandelson) as a part five- and part six-storey building housing 55 care units, with bespoke care coming via a partnership with top nursing and care provider, Draycott Nursing. That all sits well with RBKC’s Local Plan and the designs were approved in April. The aim is for Auriens Chelsea to open its doors by 2019 and there’s talk of “big plans to launch in more locations, in key cities both at home and abroad”, according to spokesmen. Works are due to start on-site this summer, roughly at the same time as Studio Auriens opens on Culford Gardens to offer “prospective clients the opportunity to get a sense of the development”, including “new products and technology which will be incorporated into the apartments”. John Hunter’s super-prime development outfit Tenhurst (which recently launched The King’s Library and The King’s Chapel in Chelsea) was brought in to advise on planning matters, along with Savills. Auriens has also recruited the former development director of Qatari Diar’s landmark Chelsea Barracks scheme to deliver the project.
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The Vale, Chelsea, SW3
An exceptional six bedroom Grade II listed family house with a west facing garden situated on this prime Chelsea tree lined Street. Entrance hall | Three reception rooms | Kitchen/breakfast room | Five bedrooms | Four bathrooms Study | Gym | Garden | Balcony | Conservatory | Utility | Cloakroom | Vaults | Plant room 5,181 Sq Ft (481 sq m)
* The following Tenant charges may apply prior to tenancy commencement: Tenancy Agreement ÂŁ222 (inv VAT) Credit Reference per application ÂŁ54 (inc VAT). All advertised prices are excluded and other associated services.
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Guide Price: POA £7,900 per week * Furnished/Part-Furnished/Unfurnished
“Built circa 1911-13 by FE Williams, 7 the Vale is one of a pair of symmetrical houses with open views down mulberry walk”
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Stafford Terrace, Kensington, W8
ÂŁ3,150,000 Share of Freehold
A wonderful four bedroom maisonette with a superb garden and a fabulous drawing room. Entrance hall | Kitchen/ breakfast room | Drawing room | Study | Four bedrooms | Two bathrooms | Shower room | Garden EPC Rating D 1,725 sq ft (160 sq m)
Kensington 020 3813 9477 kensington@struttandparker.com
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Pembroke Gardens Close, Kensington, W8
ÂŁ3,500,000 Freehold
A beautifully presented four bedroom house with a 46 ft west-facing garden and off-street parking. Drawing room | Kitchen/breakfast room | Family room | Four bedrooms | Bathroom Ensuite shower room | Cloakroom | Extensive loft storage | West-facing garden | Off-street parking EPC rating E 1,658 sq ft (154 sq m)
Kensington 020 3813 9477 kensington@struttandparker.com
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Drayton Gardens, SW10
ÂŁ4,950,000 Freehold
A charming and much loved, Grade II listed, family home offering five bedrooms and a fabulous garden. Reception room | Kitchen | Dining room | Master bedroom suite | Four further bedrooms | Two further bathrooms | Study | Balcony | Garden | Storage EPC Rating E 2,774 sq ft (257 sq m) Chelsea SW10 020 3813 9587 chelseasw10@struttandparker.com
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Cadogan Square, Knightsbridge SW1
ÂŁ6,250,000 Share of Freehold
An extensively and refurbished family flat with its own private entrance.
Entrance hall | Drawing room | Kitchen | Dining room | TV room/study | Master bedroom with ensuite Three further bedroom suites | Coffee bar | Guest bathroom/steam room | Utility room Courtyard garden 2,993 sq ft (278 sq m) Knightsbridge 020 3813 9270 knightsbridge@struttandparker.com
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