SW STYLE - PEACOCK LANE

bringing BEAUTY back into SPARKLING

As the final dusk kisses the sky, The moss-cobbled path is lit only by moonlight & firefly Decadence & beauty converge to Peacock Lane.

Under chandeliers of stars & amongst flowers of bloodstain, Beneath the velvet noir, til dawns breaking light, We dance, drink & feast, under sparkling moonlight.

This secret garden is the place of urban legend fame. … So when dusk falls, be sure to meet me under the willow tree … down at Peacock Lane- SW x

Lane by Samantha Wills is a style for joy and enchantment, for adorning every day and for making moments sparkle.

In this issue, we give you exclusive access to the launch of Peacock Lane, where femininity and opulence of the SAMANTHA WILLS brand is brought to life in this sparkling new category.

An event hosting just 30 guests, the realms of Bishop’s Court located in exclusive Darling Point was transformed on the 4th September 2013 into a decadence of stunning florals and Inspired by femininity and beauty, Yellowglen, fine china beneath copious willow branches for Australia’s favourite sparkling house and a twilight, sit-down dinner treat.

Samantha Wills have come together in a “Its as if Alice in Wonderland, the Wind in partnership that captures the effervescent spirit The Willows and Moulin Rouge, all converged of celebration, invention and romance. to one place.... That is what I wanted Peacock Introducing Yellowglen Peacock Lane by Lane to be” Samantha Wills, a stunning sparkling created by Samantha Wills and Yellowglen Creatively Yours, Chief Winemaker Trina Smith. A sparkling of subtlety and finesse, Yellowglen Peacock SW x

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The evening was inspired by the creativity in bringing together the talent of two unique brands to fabricate a product that oozes bohemian luxe and exclusivity. The enchanted table setting was inspired by Samantha’s philosophy that ‘more is more’ with an abundance of vintage china, combined with rustic timber tables, woven serviettes, antique chairs, glassware and blooms, and completed with gorgeous Peacock Lane bottles. The Peacock Lane bottle was designed by Samantha, inspired by the artistry of Kelly Smith’s peacock, signature to Samantha Wills’ jewellery designs. All elements of the night reflected the exuberance of both Samantha Wills and Yellowglen, where nature, blooms and new beginnings coincide to encapsulate the vibe of the spring season.

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The gardens of Bishops Court provided a perfect canvas to create the night. Luscious gardens and stunning heritage architecture, together with the styling of The Style Salon manifested a slate of greenery, violets, blush pinks, crimson and natural woods. These, with finishing chandelier touches created a magical scene in the main garden where Peacock Lane emerged. It was important to choose an array of natural colours with splashes of colour to convey a mood that incorporates the enigma and luxury of Peacock Lane, whilst sustaining the masculine touches signature to SAMANTHA WILLS.

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ON ARRIVAL Duck rillettes with poached pear on brioche Melon wrapped in jamón, saffron aioli & snow pea Summer Soirée Rosé Rouge Midsummer Nights Strawberry Fields Tea Leaves by Candlelight ON THE TABLE Saffron chicken, chorizo, fresh green pea rice Braised squid with kipfler potatoes, tomatoes & Spanish onion Rare roast beef sirloin, roasted beetroots, salsa verde Roast pumpkin & fetta frittata Rocket, asparagus & parmesan salad Yellowglen Peacock Lane by Samantha Wills 2004 Exceptional Vintage XV by Yellowglen TO FINISH Orange blossom crème brulee, strawberry, orange & mint salad Yellowglen Vintage Bella Pink Moscato

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Guests were escorted through the secret garden, down a cobble path to a beautifully styled Cocktail station featuring themed cocktails created by Samantha- including; Summer Soiree, Rose Rouge, Midsummer Nights, Strawberry Fields and Vintage Affair. It was important to serve the cocktails in a non-traditional way, so each cocktail was served in either a mason jar or a tea cup!

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The night exhibited a display of ivy, chandeliers and champagne cocktails embellished in a moss surrounding, for a flawless sit down meal.

The evening was all about getting lost down Peacock Lane. A magical, decadent world of beauty and opulence. Wandering through green fields and a candle-lit path and stumbling across an inviting boho noir party setting. Starting with a tea cup of Yellowglen sparkling cocktails – choose your pleasure from ‘Strawberry Fields’, ‘Midsummer Nights’ and ‘A Vintage Affair’. Where the rush of the pop of a cork takes you somewhere refined with friends. Dining at dusk under vines, sharing plates and good conversation.

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tips • ‘More is more’. This method is imperative to Samantha Wills styling, whether its combining natural materials with glass, crockery with blooms or all of the above, the more detailed a table setting or room is with these elements the more beautiful.

• Take advantage of a natural setting, work with its unique aspects and its flaws to create an original scene oozing with natural beauty • Mix & Match your props- it doesn’t always have to match!

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Titled as ‘Breakout Star’ by THE NEW YORK TIMES, ‘Entrepreneur of the year’ by Cosmopolitan & The People’s Choice winner for ‘Best Australian Accessories Brand’ in the 2013 Prix de Marie Claire Awards, accessories queen Samantha Wills collaborated with YELLOWGLEN to create a new sparkling brand; PEACOCK LANE By Samantha Wills.

Launching October 5th, Peacock Lane represents the signature Bohemian Luxury style of SAMANTHA WILLS and reinvigorates the sparkling wine category.

In creating Yellowglen Peacock Lane by Samantha Wills, Winemaker Trina Smith wanted to create a sparkling that not only inspired the tradition and ritual of sparkling, but also the vibrant sense of possibility and life that sparkling has. The result is a wine that perfectly reflects the striking imagery, delicate femininity and layered textural elements of Peacock Lane.

With 13 years of sparkling winemaking experience, Trina leads Yellowglen’s dayto-day winemaking, striking the balance between heritage, innovation and forging an exciting future for the brand.

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Samantha’s signature Scent Chanel Mademoiselle completed her look with it’s fresh and sophisticated, a light, sensual fragrance with an absolutely modern composition.

Samantha will also never grace a night out with friends without an application of her favourite YSL mascara.

[SHOP NOW] Samantha looked amazing in floor length Ae’lkemi gown, finished off with her renowned Bohemian Bardot ring along with The Edge of The Earth ring.

WITH THANKS PROPS THE STYLE SALON - thestylesalon.com.au MUSIC DYLAN WRIGHT - dylanwrightmusic.com.au PHOTOGRAPHER SCOTT EHLER - scott@scottehler.com VIDEOGRAPHER SODA FILMS- sodafilms.com.au CATERING FRESH CATERING - freshcatering.com.au

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