The Luxury Network International Magazine Issue 32 by The Luxury Network

ISSUE 32 | SEP - OCT 2022 THE EXPERT SLIEMANAHMAD

Described as “The next generation of marketing for luxury brands” by the British media, The Luxury Network is the world’s leading luxury afﬁnity marketing group. The Luxury Network is a private membership club, established in luxury capitals or countries around the world, within which premium companies work closely together at senior director level for mutual business and client development.

The Luxury Network’s objective is simple: To facilitate co-operation and exciting new business development activities between top-end companies. New business partnerships are created via strategic alignment, joint collaborations, product placements, endorsements, media sharing, B2B and B2C networking, sales and luxury showcase events and numerous other afﬁnity marketing activities.

We are thrilled to plan and execute the fifth edition of TLN Awards with the participation of some powerhouse global brands including Maserati, Frank Muller, Hapag-Lloyd, Shangri-la and many more.” TLN Awards is a showcase of how we always promote exclusivity in our business model, on our invite-only award ing ceremony, each esteemed guest must look forward to meeting the world’s top-leading luxury players from different industries, while they enjoy an A-class entertainment throughout the evening and a 4-course gastro nomical experience specifically curated by the world-renowned chefs of Shangri-La Bhosporus, Istanbul for TLN Awards 2022.

For more networking opportunities, we are going to host an exemptional after-party, as well.

This issue features many of our events from around the globe and an exclusive piece of Art by the American ab stract painter Ari Lankin, the 4 best wellness inspired getaway ideas and in addition to many other activities from The Luxury Network offices around the world.

Sincerely, Fares Ghattas Global CEO, The Luxury Network International TheEditor-in-chief,LuxuryNetwork International Magazine A MessageFrom The Editor @faresghattas @theluxurynetwork

Dear Valued Readers,

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We hope this issue sparks your love to luxury and watch out for our upcoming publication releases as we are cur rently preparing for something interesting for you, our beloved supporters.

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Exclusive Preview of Leonard Joel’s Important Jewels Collection At Mercedes-Benz Melbourne

New Breguet - Classique 8068

Signing Ceremony for The Luxury Network Morocco

‘DAR Art Fair’ The largest Artistic Gathering in Jordan Launched its 2nd Edition

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The Luxury Network Academy was founded by the elite network’s Global CEO, Mr. Fares Ghattas. According to Mr. Ghattas, “Each individual who is willing to learn must have access to the rightful practices in the luxury sector. Our objective is to make the impossible possible for anyone with an internet connection, to be granted the opportunity to be skilled and to be able to learn from the greatest certi fied masters in the luxury industry.”

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The Luxury Network Academy short training videos, young and expert professionals and entrepreneurs will be encouraged to learn more interest ing and knowledgeable topics which are the results of the professional experiences of the speakers. These exclusive videos are promised to be impressive, informative, inspirational, and impactful.

he world’s leading luxury affinity marketing and business networking group; creating partnerships be tween the world’s most prestigious luxury brands, The Luxury Network Internation al, has officially launched The Luxury Net work Academy, an educational initiative for individuals who are keen on joining the growing community of the luxury industry.

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THE ART OF ARI LANKIN

THE LIFE by Ari Lankin 2019, 71 x 71 in, 180 x 180cm, acrylic on canvas

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Over our long history, Leonard Joel has been entrusted with the auction

of some of the most interesting and important collections in Australia.

ith its round Calatrava case with unique design and decorative fea tures, an inimitable dial and the new self-winding caliber endowed with eight pat ents, the Ref. 5326G-001 Annual Calendar

The connection between the Annual Calendar and the Travel Time function involved several technical challenges. The issue wasn’t just to accommodate both mechanisms in the same case. They had to interact in such a way that the displayed date corresponded with local time, hence the time at the location of the

TWO USEFUL COMPLICATIONS COME TOGETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME

Travel Time delivers a perfect example of an approach that combines all facets of watch making artistry with balanced elegance.

A MECHANICAL CHALLENGE

To accommodate this mechanical movement with its exclusive functions, Patek Philippe created a new white-gold case with a diameter of 41 millimeters. The dial is charcoal gray with a fine gradation to the periphery and has a slightly granular structure that is reminiscent of the cases of old photo cameras. The Ref. 5326G-001 is delivered with two interchangea ble straps, one beige calfskin with nubuck texture (original version), the other black calfskin with em bossed textile finish and beige decorative stitching.

THE INCEPTION OF A STYLE

For those who particularly appreciate the exclusive design of the new Ref. 5326G-001, Patek Philippe can offer a further watch in the Calatrava collection with the same aesthetic looks but with a somewhat smaller diameter (40 millimeters) and without addi tional functions. This new Calatrava Ref. 5226G-001 in white gold with a guilloched hobnail motif on the caseband is powered by the self-winding caliber 26330 S C movement with center hour, minute, and second hands and an aperture date at 3 o'clock.

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wearer of the watch. In the new caliber 31-260 PS QA LU FUS 24H movement, the Annual Calendar is controlled by the Travel Time function and it is the local-time hour wheel that drives the calendar.

BACK TO BLACK

WHEN THE STRENGTH OF ONYX MEETS THE SOFTNESS OF ROSE GOLD

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The new interpretation of the Classique makes a bold statement with its reso lutely contemporary dial and a mech anism enabling the wearer to change straps as desired. Available in white and rose gold, this Classique Dame 8068 joins the current Breguet collection.

NEW BREGUET CLASSIQUE 8068

STYLE VARIATION

From now on, it will be as easy to change the style of your Classique 8068 watch as it is to slip on another pair of shoes. For the first time in the Breguet collections, the brand is of fering three interchangeable straps in the same boxed set. The rapid interchange system has been de signed to allow the wearer to easily

THE MOVEMENT

weight is hand-engraved on a rose engine with a circular barleycorn pattern. Its balance oscillates at a frequency of 3.5 Hz. The rhodi um-plated self-winding movement is endowed with a 45-hour power reserve. It is equipped with an inline Swiss lever escapement and a silicon balance spring.

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and independently switch from one strap to another without any need for tools.

The new Classique 8068 is driven by Calibre 537/3 with its 191 com ponents. The platinum oscillating

collection as a visual representation of the invaluable symbolizing the chain reaction of support in creating empowered women and resilient communities.

For over 100 years, Damas has used creativity, inno vation, and expertise to create visions of beauty and inspire through unique storytelling, goes one step fur ther, symbolizing the connection that each woman has with women before and beside her and the importance of the collective alongside the individual in Middle

LIGHTING THE WAY TO A BRIGHTER FUTURE WITH NEW HOPE COLLECTION

DAMAS – KEY OF HOPE

amas Jewellery was established in 1907 and has earned recognition as the leading jewellery re tailer and house of jewellery design in the Mid dle East, with an extensive portfolio of over 180 stores across the GCC.

Damas, the Middle East’s leading house of jewel lery design, has partnered with Nadine Kanso — the award-winning creative director and founder of Bil Arabi— to launch the latest iteration of its elegant Hope collection, which was initially launched in 2020 during the pandemic highlighting the words hope, to getherness, love.

Marked by delicate intricacy and exquisite crafts manship, each stunning piece introduced by the new limited collection is a feat of purposeful elegance. Un derlining Nadine’s and Damas’ dedication to creating meaningful jewellery, the range is a testament to the strength and resilience of the region and in support of women across the region, empowering them to be their best selves.

Nadine’s idea was to design heartfelt tokens of love. Adroitly interlacing Arabic and English to illustrate the power of connection — between people, commu nities, friends, families, and generations — the collec tion spotlights the importance of togetherness. Every single new Hope piece is made to be shared — be it as a gift or a physical, shining representation of the emo tional ties that bond us.

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Damas began its collection journey with prominent and talented ladies, the likes of Mahira Abdel Aziz, cel ebrated TV anchor and the face of the collection, and are continuing to pave the way for younger genera

The collection is made using 18K yellow gold, with Ar abic words that are vividly brought to life with brilliant diamond studs. Featuring necklaces, earrings, brace lets and rings bearing the words “Love” ( ), “Hope” ( ), and “Togetherness” ( ), every Damas X Nadine Kanso article is an emphatic symbol of optimism, bridging the gap between cultures and languages.

to build on its legacy of collaborating with outstanding polymath who has successfully launched her career in a multitude of areas, including music, business, avia tion, and the arts.

Damas hopes its current and upcoming partnerships will create space for generations of supportive and in terconnected women who can learn from and build on each other’s achievements and accomplishments.

The house of jewellery design supported several cases by donating to Al Jalila Foundation in 2020 and 2021, contributing to the organisation’s efforts to improve the quality and provision of women’s healthcare. A

Hope collection will once again be donated to Al Jalila AsFoundation.thejewellery house of choice from the region to the region, Damas is proud to be continually updating and evolving its keystone collections, launched to encap sulate the brand’s essence and represent the brand’s foundational vision – to empower, embolden, and in spire women at every new stage and endeavour.

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Let the journey inspire you. The new Bentayga Extended Wheelbase Azure. Discover new levels of comfort, space and luxury at BentleyMotors.com/BentaygaEWB/ME The name ‘Bentley’ and the ‘B’ in wings device are registered trademarks. © 2022 Bentley Motors Limited. Model shown: Bentayga Extended Wheelbase Azure.

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– that’s our first step in the region with the BEV, plug-in hybrid. We will offer it in all of our range with ing two years by 2024. Then, 2025 we will launch one fully electric ve hicle every year for the following five years. By the time, we get to 2030 we will have rejuvenated the whole portfolio with fully electric. That does not mean that we disre gard combustible engine based, we are looking to overlap’

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QATAR EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

RICHARD LEOPOLD, BENTLEY’S REGIONAL DIRECTOR FOR THE MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA, INDIA

One of the great virtues of Bentley is that all the Bentleys are pro duced in one facility in Crewe, in the UK. ‘We have just secured the approvals and the funding for 2.5 billion euros to have a dual pro duction line: the existing produc tion line for the current vehicles and the new one, which we call the Dream Factory - a virtual line

Talk us through the process of Bent ley to transition to BEV’s and still keep a part of its DNA?

Luxury Network Qatar magazine had the opportuni ty to meet Richard Leopold at the stunning Bentley showroom lo cated in the Pearl. Bentey’s Regional MEA & India director talks to Narges Raiss about consumer demands, the new language that will define Bent ley’s future range of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), and why Bentley is ready for its revolution.

Bentley has made quite a big state ment and commitment on the sus tainability front. As Richard Leop old says: ‘Our aim is to be nothing less than the leader in luxury sus tainability, but we absolutely see the need for change and reconfig ure the whole company including products to become that leader. On the product side we have said that we will migrate fully to electric, we are already this year in Qatar are launching the Flying Spur in hybrid which is quite a luxury performance with a surreal driving experience

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The sound character will not be there in the same way, but we are looking at various factors indicat ing that customer preferences are changing. Things like wellness, well-being, interiors, comfort, even so much as the car looking after you in a way as the car can sense what you need.

route. We are also looking into re mote diagnosis of the car, potential ly services, a kind of concierge like offering. The digital personal assis tant is also expected at some point. For Bentley, the fusion of extreme, beautifully handcrafted (stitching, leather, material…) combined with the innovation with all the screens that you require, the latest in terms of graphics… Very progressive, it’s not going to be an evolution but more a revolution I believe, in terms of where we go with electric vehicle but when you sit in the car you’ll still feel like in Bentley.

Have you seen a shift in the demographic of your clientele?

What are the key characteristics for Bentley in the future?

Qatar has been our 3rd largest market across the Middle East, rel atively stable, always 3-digit per formance. What is unique about this market in terms of the con sumer demand is the level of be spoke and individualization – that is what sets this market apart. Qa tar specifically is our worldwide leader in terms of bespoke content. We have a division called Mulliner and they do the body, chassis, they do everything from exterior/inte rior colours, trims, engraving…etc.

Bentley Motors is the most sought-af ter luxury car brand in the world. The company’s headquarters in Crewe is home to all of its operations including design, R&D, engineering, Mulliner and production of the company’s five model lines: Continental GT, Con tinental GTC, Flying Spur, Bentayga and Bentayga EWB. The combina tion of fine craftsmanship, using skills that have been handed down through generations, alongside engineering expertise and cutting-edge technol ogy is unique to UK luxury car brands such as Bentley. It is also an example of high-value British manufacturing at its best.

We are not worried about the per formance as electric car are very quick, we can easily get more pow er than the car we have today. The acceleration and the excitement will remain.

Tell us more about Qatar market specifically?‎

An example that I can disclose al ready is a wellness seat in the new Bentayga that’s coming in Q4, that has a wellness seat, an intelligent seat that can sense your tempera ture, body movements, adjust it and simulate slight motions to avoid fa tigue. It’s those type of innovation that we are looking into to have in an electrical environment. We are definitely going down the wellness Interview conducted by Narges Raiss

comfortable, and usable car that’s why it is often seen a rational lux ury purchase which is justified be cause of the use.

where robots are essentially trans porting through a space factory. With this new autonomous line, it will allow more bespoke, more personalization and flexibility. You can mix the different body types of a car – thanks to AI, all the parts would come to that space. It is a very impressive system and be cause of that, it will allow us to ca ter to the combustible and electric vehicle alike. We know that every body is heavily investing in electric but how quickly would that be a marketed option in place in Qatar – nobody really knows. We got that flexibility to continue to build our current portfolio alongside intro ducing the new models.’

We are currently building a young er clientele, more diverse and we are very proud to count amongst our client more and more wom en who are choosing Bentley. We have that development as I saw a report just last week that places us in one of the younger brands in the market especially for the GT and Bentayga for instance. Bentley has always been more understat ed as a brand compared to others, more subtle. We have huge mile ages on our cars, so they are being driven because they are practical,

Now, Armin’s remarkable artworks are owned by F1 legends, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, Jean Alesi, and Kimi Räikkonen. Armin also had the privilege of meeting HSH Prince Albert of Monaco and to create two art pieces for the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation.

THE LEGENDARY F1 ARTIST

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His first encounter with Formula One occurred years ago in Germa ny, while watching the first race live at the Nurburgring; later, after studies... He was still captivated by the focus and extreme pressure of F1 drivers, and he believed that he could produce his paintings with the same energy and speed that goes hand in hand with fast driving. Associating acrylic combined with pigments and oil pastels in his work,

Armin was discovered by Jean Todt – the former Team Principal of Scu deria Ferrari and the most recently honored President of the FIA – and rose to prominence to become a legendary and well-known artist within the Formula 1-scene.

End of 2021, Armin was honored with a German Stipendium, which recognized his creativity and in spired him to create a series of ten portraits depicting the world’s most influential heads.

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This in mind, Armin created a mas sively powerful artwork portraying

has been associated with Formula One and Grand Prix for several years, notably while he was employed at the F1-Paddock Club. It took a remarkable turn when Bernie Ecclestone purchased a painting by Armin depicting himself and late Formula One great Ayrton Senna. Armin pursued his passion of being an artist by attending the Arts School in Aachen, Germany, and subsequently the Royal College of Arts in London. He has also worked as a Fine Arts lecturer in Germany.

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Legendary F1artist who ex cels at capturing the cars’ speed and vibrancy on canvas with swift brush strokes. Armin’s extraordinary paintings are created on canvas using vivid acrylic paint and Armin’spencil.work

Armin’s brush strokes are swift, and he paints straight on the canvas with out drawing first, giving his paintings the freedom and adrenaline inspired from the speed of F1. As the brush blends strokes and colors to por tray a legendary Grand Prix car or a sporting moment, the final outcome seems effortless perfection.

Armin exhibits his artworks in gal leries around the world and F1 plat form is an exclusive online destina tion to retail his incredible art.His studio is located in the middle of Michael Schumacher Private Col lection in Cologne.

Qatar’s ruler, HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani. A 2m portrait that he painted live on the roof of Doha’s Marriott Marquis. A 2m portrait that he painted live on the roof of Doha’s Marriott Marquis. The first artwork in this series.

“All Art takes a lifetime to get it where it belongs to.” - Armin Flossdorf

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“The CC850 is an homage to the single most mean ingful car in Koenigsegg history,” said Christian von Koenigsegg. “The CC8S put us on the map and made us successful – and celebrating 20 years of production, alongside my 50th birthday, felt like the right time to reveal the CC850 to appreciate our roots.”

KOENIGSEGG CC850, A REIMAGINED HOMAGE TO THE RECORD-SHATTERING CC8S, UNVEILED IN MONTEREY

Twenty years ago the introduction of the Koenigsegg’s first production car, the CC8S, defined the new “meg acar” category. Today, in celebration of the CC8S’s 20th anniversary, the Koenigsegg CC850 was unveiled at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering to an audience of me dia, customers, and industry luminaries.

The Ultimate Driver’s Megacar

The CC850’s mission is to deliver the purest, most fun damentally joyful driving experience of any Koenigsegg so far. While visually the CC8S inspiration is apparent, the drivetrain, engine, and capabilities of the CC850 are anything but vintage.

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The CC850 is a contemporary reimagination of the Koe nigsegg CC8S. It is also a dual tribute for Koenigsegg, celebrating 20 years of vehicle production, as well as the 50th birthday of the company’s founder and name sake, Christian Von Koenigsegg. As such, CC850 pro duction will be limited to just 50 cars worldwide.

The CC850’s 5.0-liter twin-turbo V8 was engineered and constructed entirely in-house. As seen in the Jesko, this V8 does not feature a flywheel and is therefore the most responsive, fast- revving engine possible. The vis ceral experience and accompanying aural signature are otherworldly and incomparable.

Performance is staggering—the CC850’s 5.0-liter twin-turbo V8 delivers 1,185 hp on gasoline or 1,385 hp on E85, as well as 1,385 nm (1,020 lb-ft) of torque.

• To commemorate the 20th anniver sary of the first production Koenigsegg CC8S, the CC850 is unveiled at The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering

• In celebration Christian von Koe nigsegg’s 50th birthday, only 50 cars will be produced

• Featuring a twin-turbo 5.0-liter V8 capable of producing 1382 hp

• Revolutionary Engage Shift System (ESS) functions as both a gated sixspeed manual with a clutch pedal and as a nine-speed automatic depending on the driver’s preference

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CC850 Design: Familiar, Yet All-New The exterior showcases sleek Nordic Koenigsegg de sign, telephone-dial style rims and triple taillights, all of which draw inspiration from the earliest Koenigsegg

boasts a symmetrical, minimal design aes thetic akin to the CC8S. This symmetry makes adapta tions for left- and right-hand drive versions practical. The round steering wheel, the open-gate shifter with exposed mechanical components, and the analogue chrono cluster showcase the precision work that un derpins the CC850. And of course, as a Koenigsegg, the CC850 features the iconic detachable hardtop, the synchrohelix door system, the Autoskin function –and, naturally, it can run on renewable fuels.

Historic and Unforgettable

The CC850 was not created to break Jesko’s track re cords or set new high-water marks for top speed, but to offer the highest level of driver satisfaction and en joyment with the exhilarating performance for which Koenigsegg is renowned.

Based on Koenigsegg’s Light Speed Transmission (LST), ESS, paired with a clutch pedal, is an adaptable, multi-ratio, 6-speed manual transmission that also can run as a super-fast, smooth- shifting 9-speed au tomatic. The ability for the driver to seamlessly choose between an unadulterated manual transmission or more laid-back automatic shifting is unprecedented. It places the CC850 in a class by itself.

What makes the Koenigsegg CC850 truly unique and driver-focused is its revolutionary, world- first En gage Shift System (ESS). The ESS allows for different gear ratios depending on the driving mode, providing tailored experiences based on road or track use. But that’s not what truly sets ESS apart.

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As with the iconic Koenigsegg ONE:1 released in 2014, the CC850 also achieves a 1:1 power to weight ratio with 1385 hp and a 1385 kg curb weight.

The original CC8S was a showstopper. It not only broke records immediately and won awards— it set new in dustry standards and put Koenigsegg, a small, deter mined Swedish Megacar company, on the map.

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The gated ESS shifter is a work of mechanical art and is reminiscent of Swiss chronographs— intricate, aes thetically beautiful, and completely functional. Great care has been taken to make the ESS one of the most engaging manuals ever created. Additionally, the Swedish flag crowns the manual shifter as it did in the original manual CC8S.

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THE ULTIMATE EXPRESSION OF STYLE, SOUND AND SPEED IN A LIMITED PRODUCTION

ston Martin is proud to introduce the new V12 Vantage Roadster – a uniquely exciting and ul tra-exclusive limited production model which combines the thrilling performance of the most pow erful Aston Martin Vantage ever made with the free dom and sensory stimulation of roof-down driving.

Roberto Fedeli, Aston Martin Chief Technical Officer, said: “We have worked extremely hard to ensure the V12 Vantage Roadster possesses the same potency and dynamism that characterises the V12 Vantage, while surpassing it in terms of raw sensory excitement that

exhilarating driving experience is the pow erhouse of the engine. Developing 700PS at 6500 rpm and 753Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm, the quad-cam 60deg 5.2-litre V12 is a true force of nature. With a pow er-to-weight ratio of 372PS-per-ton and an endlessly impressive delivery which combines effortless in-gear response with epic acceleration, every squeeze of the V12 Vantage Roadster’s throttle leads to an unforgetta ble adrenaline rush.

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you only achieve with roof down driving. With more power and torque than any Vantage Roadster before it, a wide-track chassis with precisely tuned suspension calibration, and up to ten times the downforce of the series production Vantage Roadster, this is a breath taking machine created for our most enthusiastic cus Keytomers”.tothis

Accelerating from rest to 60mph in just 3.5sec and with a top speed of 200mph the V12 Vantage Road ster occupies the very highest echelon of open-top sportscar performance. With a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission and mechanical Limited-Slip Differen tial (LSD) mounted at the rear, the car possesses the

With production strictly limited to just 249 custom er examples globally, with all examples sold ahead of release, the V12 Vantage Roadster boasts a com pelling combination of dramatic widebody design, ground-hugging wide-track suspension and – for the first time in a Vantage Roadster - the mighty 5.2-li tre Twin-Turbo V12 engine. With searing straightline speed and the unfiltered howl of Aston Martin’s sonorous 700PS 12-cylinder engine, the V12 Vantage Roadster elevates the open-top driving experience to a scintillating new level.

ASTON MARTIN: THE NEW V12 VANTAGE ROADSTER

Sharing the same suspension hardware as the V12 Vantage, but featuring a bespoke tune for its adaptive dampers, the V12 Vantage Roadster’s dynamics have been honed to the keenest possible edge. The steer ing calibration mirrors that found in the V12 Vantage, to offer maximum steering feel and quick response, improvements which bring the car alive through cor ners and can be felt with every steering input.

Like the V12 Vantage, the V12 Vantage Roadster fea tures powerful Carbon Ceramic Brakes (CCB) as standard. Measuring 410mm x 38mm the front discs are gripped by 6-piston calipers, while the 360mm x 32mm rear discs are paired with 4-piston calipers. With much increased stopping power and tremen dous resistance to brake fade at high temperatures, the CCB technology also makes a considerable 23kg of unsprung weight saving compared to steel brakes, benefitting steering response and ride quality.

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In order to further reduce overall mass the V12 Van tage Roadster’s front bumper, clamshell bonnet, front fenders and side sills are made from carbon fibre, with the rear bumper and deck lid made from weight-sav ing composite material. Additional savings have been made with the adoption of a lightweight battery and a special centre-mounted twin-exit exhaus system

fabricated from lightweight 1mm stainless steel. Tuned to ensure the V12 Vantage Roadster has a rous ing voice to match its looks, this new system weighs 7.2kg less than the Vantage Roadster’s exhaust.

performance also informs the new sculpted single-piece sills and rear bumper, which comes complete with integrated diffuser – the effec tiveness of which has been improved by the routing of the centre mounted, twin tailpipe, exhaust system. In contrast to the V12 Vantage, the V12 Vantage Roadster comes without the dramatic rear wing as standard, though it can be specified as an option. Those who choose the more understated look can do so in the knowledge that aerodynamic balance is maintained thanks to detailed management of underbody airflow.

purity and balance of a front-mid-engined rearwheel drive layout. An optimised transmission cali bration minimises shift speeds and maximises driver interaction, while adaptive software in the transmis sion’s control system monitors operating conditions and driver demands to enhance the driver’s feeling of response and control.

Final visual touches come in the form of impressive 21in alloy wheels, which are offered in two finishes, satin black or satin black diamond turned. An option al lightweight forged wheel option is also available in both satin black and satin black diamond turned, which saves a further 8kg of unsprung mass. Michelin

It's an indication of the V12 Vantage Roadster’s mon strous performance that its dramatic form is driven by function. For example, the formidable physique of the widebody design is necessary to accommodate the widetrack suspension, which is 40mm wider than Vantage. The new front bumper design, complete with full width front splitter generates additional downforce and aerodynamic balance, while increased cooling is achieved by the reshaped front grille, which is 25% larger, and the ‘horse shoe’ engine vent in the

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Pilot 4S high performance tyres – 275/35 R21 front and 315/30 R21 at the rear – are standard fitment on all rims.

V12 Vantage Roadster customers can further boost the exclusivity of their car by engaging the services of the marque’s bespoke personalisation service, Q by Aston Martin, for everything from striking exterior graphics and liveries to woven leather. With extensive use of exposed carbon fibre in its design, the V12 Van tage Roadster also lends itself perfectly to Q by Aston Martin: Commission’s range of tinted lacquers, which change appearance underdifferent lighting conditions

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Aston Martin Chief Creative Officer, adds: "From a design perspective, V12 Vantage Road ster is a combination of living sculpture and physiol ogy, such as the functions of an elite runner or thor oughbred racehorse. On one hand, much like the way their systems are developed to handle the stresses of peak performance and trained to work together to in crease efficiency and power using oxygen, V12 Vantage Roadster was designed to maximize the benefits of air flow into, throughout and around the car. And on the other, for our Drivers, we created this explicit opentop sports car for those craving excitement and drama. The platform presented us with a design opportunity to make a contemporary visual statement of intent. The result is a living, breathing, driving sculpture with a level of control that sits at the fingertips".

Production of the V12 Vantage Roadster is due to commence in Q3 of 2022, with first deliveries sched uled to begin during Q4 2022.

to make a spectacular feature of the hand-laid carbon fibre

As flagship of the Vantage range, the V12 Roadster is fitted with Sports Plus Seats trimmed in full semi-an iline leather and featuring ‘Wings’ quilt and perfora tion pattern as standard. A carbon fibre performance seat with exposed twill carbon fibre shell and manual 6-way adjustment can be had as an option for those looking for the ultimate in dynamic design and maxi mum support for high performance driving, also sav ing 7.3kg without skimping on occupant comfort.

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An architectural experience inspired by the forms of nature, Kurneh Place is sculptural in its expression and holistic in its design. The architecture is a showcase of sophistication, seamless design and boundless luxury.

Neighbouring some of Melbourne’s finest homes, Kurneh Place has a deeply considered design with a palette and presence that complements its South Yarra surrounds.

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South Yarra’s Domain precinct offers an unrivalled lifestyle. Leafy and peaceful, yet vibrant and active, this riverside pocket delivers everything needed for a balanced and enriched future.

“We have always loved the location of Kurneh Placethe community is fantastic, you have bars, restaurants and cafes nearby, and can easily walk into the city, or to the MCG and NGV. We adore having the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Tan at our doorstep. Kurneh Place is modern, drenched in light and we love the security apartment living affords. We have found our home for many years to come.” – Kurneh Place purchaser

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L a Spezia, 18.05.2022 – In the brand’s 180th anni cept that sees direct contact with the water as the LAUNCHED IN LA SPEZIA, THE NEW FLYBRIDGE YACHT HAS REDESIGNED EXTERIORS AND INTERIORS AND AN ENLARGED BEACH CLUB IN THE STERN, FOR AN OUTSTANDING CRUISING EXPERIENCE RIVA 102’ CORSARO SUPER: NEW SPACES TO ENJOY IN COMFORT AND CONVIVIALITY 48

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F orlì, 2nd May, 2022 - Ferretti ti Yachts 580, the yacht that turns AN EMBLEM OF MODERN LUXURY, THE NEW FLYBRIDGE HAS IDEAL FEATURES FOR AN INTIMATE AND COMFORTABLE EXPERIENCE OF THE SEA IN PERFECT FERRETTI YACHTS STYLE FERRETTI YACHTS 580: FINE TIME MACHINE 50

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Moxy Athens City – Opened March 2022

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MARRIOTT BONVOY ROUNDS UP SIX BRAND NEW HOTELS TO BOOK FOR LATER THIS YEAR

Bringing the stylish Moxy brand to one of the world’s oldest cities, Moxy Athens City takes a playful twist on Greek mythology with its ‘myth

Ritz-Carlton, Amman features 226 guestrooms, including 34 opulent suites intricately designed and stunningly furnished, with a sophisticated ambiance permeating the entire property. Guests can relax in the elegant Cigar Lounge or indulge in distinguished cuisine at the hotel’s Mediterranean restaurant. For a dinner with a view, the rooftop restaurant and bar offer dazzling views across the skyline. The enchanting towers offer both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre and spa, along with a 1,000 square metre ballroom.

ith travel to mainstream sunny destina tions in complete chaos once again this summer, it’s time to start planning a trip abroad later this year when the airport madness hopefully calms down. Marriott Bonvoy rounds up six brand new hotel openings, many of which invite travellers to explore off-the-beaten-track destina tions whilst beating the crowds later this year.

The Ritz-Carlton, Amman –Opened May 2022

The Ritz-Carlton Amman will bring an unpar alleled world of luxuriously crafted experienc es and a new standard of refined hospitality to Jordan’s vibrant capital. Soaring 20-stories high and situated on the prestigious Fifth Circle, The

Moxy Athens City

The Luxury Collection will debut in Georgia with the opening of Paragraph Freedom Square, a Luxury

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Paragraph Freedom Square, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Tbilisi

Collection Hotel, Tbilisi. Set in the heart of Free dom Square, the most iconic postcode in Tbilisi, this iconic destination will offer an authentic gate way to explore this diverse hidden gem of a city. The 220 guestrooms have all been designed with traditional Georgian touches, mixed with modern luxury finishes. In the hotel’s specialty restaurant, guests can savour traditional Georgian dishes, and for those looking for spectacular views whilst din ing the Skybar provides the perfect evening es cape, serving Asian cuisine in an intimate setting overlooking the city. Guests are invited to relax and indulge in the luxurious spa featuring ESPA spa treatments, an indoor pool, and a state-of-theart gym. Golf lovers rejoice as the hotel rooftop offers cable car service transporting guests to

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of eternal youth’ inspired design. Featuring 200 cosy and smart guestrooms, Moxy Athens City is just a short walk from Syntagma Square and Ermou Street, where fun hunters can find shops, trendy restaurants, and bars. The city’s top cultural at tractions, such as the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the old city of Plaka, are moments away to dis cover. The hotel’s rooftop penthouse is the perfect place for a memorable stay or a stylish event, offer ing dazzling views across the city skyline.

Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, Dubai –opening Q4

the neighbouring golf course. The luxury hotel is poised to host memorable occasions at its eight meeting rooms and stunning ballroom that can ac commodate 600 people.

Located in the heart of the retail district, AC Hotel by Marriott Split is just a 15-minute walk from the Old Town. The perfectly positioned property has 214 in tuitively designed guestrooms with sweeping views across the Adriatic Sea. Passing through the centre of the hotel is part of a protected Roman aqueduct, dating back 1,700 years, that remains exposed, fus ing ancient history with modernist inspired urban interiors. For the ultimate city escape, guests will enjoy the wellness centre, located on the 16th floor,

Leisure travellers will love the Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, Dubai located on the iconic Palm Jumei rah beach. For guests that want to be in the heart of it all, the property is perfectly positioned with easy access to discover Dubai’s coastline, shopping malls and Downtown district. The hotel will feature 608 guestrooms and a private sandy beach offering stunning views of the Arabian Gulf beyond. Guests will be able to enjoy a swim in the hotel’s beachside

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which features a spa, indoor swimming pool, sau na, and gym. Crowning the property is a chic roof top pool and bar, providing spectacular panoramic views for guests to soak up the city in style.

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pool, workout in the fitness centre, relax at the Saray Spa and for young travellers there will be an indoor Kidz Club. Foodies will not have to wan der from the hotel as it comes complete with eight restaurants which include Korean, Italian, Japanese and Mexican cuisines.

a secret garden and its very own florist. Locat ed between the Jewish and Royal Quarter it is in a prime location to explore the bustling city of Krakow, where old meets new, with Plant y Krakowskie and The Palace of Bishop Erasmus Ciolek Museum just around the corner. Gourmet travellers will enjoy the hotels’ exclusive sea food restaurant, where a lively atmosphere sets the stage for an enriching dining experience. Post dinner drinks can be enjoyed at the wine bar, Hedwigs, a former chapel. Bringing the des tination to life in a unique way, the hotel’s con temporary signature spa thoughtfully sources local ingredients, such as rock salt, and botan icals, which are then coupled with the healing and sensory traditions of Polish culture.

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12|14 Stradom House, Autograph Collection is housed in a magnificent fourteenth-century building steeped in rich history. The buildings’ eclectic past includes time as a church, mon astery, and hospital. The 125-guestroom hotel has been reborn into a botanical paradise, with

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the Gulf of Palermo, a tranquil setting complete with blue skies and aqua sea views; and Hotel de la Ville’s enigmat ic spa is a cocooning hideaway in the center of Rome.

2. Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

Irene Forte’s personal ambition to create incomparable spas has re sulted in a range of treatments and experiences that diffuse the essence of Mediterranean wellness. Physical, emotional and spiritual health are addressed in luxurious Italian set tings where innovative Irene Forte Skincare products and advanced technologies are used by expert practitioners to restore body and Thesoul.location

of each of the Irene Forte Spas offers a unique and distinctive experience. Masseria Torre Maiz za presents an intimate spa ideal for a romantic moment of indulgence in the Puglian olive groves, while Verdu ra’s expansive spa is set to a backdrop of the rolling Sicilian terrain. Across Sicily, the Spa at Villa Igiea overlooks

2. Relax, refresh and re charge your mind and body at the Aqua Wellness Centre at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

Stretching across 7,735 sqft (719 sqm), the expansive Aqua Wellness Centre features a custom-built Hydrotherapy Pool, ice fountain,

Escape the summer heat and unwind at your next wellness-inspired getaway with these stunning destinations

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi offers guests an array of remarka ble wellbeing experiences for both couples and families alike at its award-winning Waldorf Astoria Spa. The calming ambience of the spa invites guests to indulge in a range of invigorating treatments from the tranquility of six tropical garden and four overwater villas. The immersive spa journey starts with your Well ness Concierge, the first of its kind in the Maldives. Offering a person alized approach with a unique con sultation process to deliver crafted solutions, guests will melt into bliss ful serenity with treatments based on the natural elements of earth, water, fire or metal.

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ollowing the success of Irene Forte Skincare, Rocco Forte Ho tels is delighted to announce its new spa concept, Irene Forte Spa in Villa Igiea, the Rocco Forte hotel in Palermo, in addition to the Verdu ra Resort, located in Sicily, Masseria Torre Maizza in Puglia, and Hotel de la Ville in Rome.

1. Immerse yourself in the Med iterranean Flair of Rocco Forte Hotels new Irene Forte Spas

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3. Unwind in a Haven of Calm and Luxury in breathtaking Monte-Carlo

Thermes Marins Monte-Carlo com bines innovation and savoir-faire in a 6,600-m2 facility dedicated to well ness, fitness, and preventive health. This month, travelers can book the fa cility’s ‘Spa Break’ offer to experience

wellness experts to the property who will guide guests through holistic and highly customized treatments in pri vate sessions. The lineup of experts from all over the world – with spe cialties ranging from holistic medi cine to martial arts to crystal healing to ayurvedic doctors – is designed to help guests achieve wellness of the mind and body long after visiting the resort.

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Alongsideexperience.theexperiential spa menu, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi welcomes a diverse range of leading

steam room and sauna. Set atop the crystal Maldivian waters, the 2,906 square-foot outdoor pool is designed in zones, where each station of the pool targets a dif ferent part of the body. The zones – which include jet bath, air jets, shower jets, and massage loung er – use varying levels of intensity and water temperature that aim to ease muscle tension, boost the immune system, increase blood circulation, speed up metabolism and improve deep sleep quality. Guests can enjoy a specially cu rated healthy lunch in the garden and a choice of massage, medita tion or yoga session following the pool

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Thermes Marins Monte-Carlo is equipped with a wide range of the latest technological equipment for highly effective results on slimming, anti-ageing, health, and perfor mance. A team of experts including therapists, a doctor, a nutritionist, and health and sports trainers define the personalized treatments and pro tocols in accordance with each per son’s Thermescharacteristics.MarinsMonte-Carlo is an

and physical aspect of life. Everything you do, you will do better with quality sleep: your thoughts are clearer and your memory functions at greater capacity; you will be physically faster, and you will be in an emotionally sta ble Hästens,position.the

The fifteen rooms at Hästens Sleep Spa combine the classic charm of cultural heritage with modern style and elegance, where the supremacy of sleep is the key. During their stay, guests will have the opportunity to experience the absolute need for a good night’s sleep, through the Häs tens’ exclusive beds and the unique environment in which they are pre sented. They will learn and under stand how sleep contributes to their Recognizedwell-being.

exceptional place that maximizes the benefits of the sea and the Mediter ranean climate. From the heated pool to the outdoor Jacuzzi, hammam and panoramic fitness room, the center has everything you need to enjoy a getaway of ultimate wellness and re laxation.

includes accommodation in a double room with breakfast in the belle époque setting of the Ho tel Hermitage Monte Carlo, a custom 60-minute massage, a cryotherapy session and complimentary access to the Thermes Marins Monte-Car lo wellness complex with its indoor saltwater pool (heated to 29°), solari um and jacuzzi overlooking the Med iterranean, and gym complete with panoramic views and state-of-theart Technogym facilities.

4. Experience “the world’s best sleep” at Hästens’ Sleep Spa in Portugal

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leading Swedish brand that has handcrafted the finest beds since 1852, invites travelers to wake up to the best versions of themselves by experiencing their newly opened Sleep Spa in the quaint Portuguese city of Coim bra. The property’s fifteen unique rooms offer guests the chance to spend the night on the world’s best bed with a customized pillow se lection for the complete Hästens’ experience.

for making the best handcrafted beds in the world, every Hästens bed is handmade us ing only premium sustainable natu ral materials and techniques hand ed down through six generations. Hästens announced its launch in the Middle East last year with the opening of its flagship store in Du bai.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Amman Introduces the Brand’s Leg endary Service in the Kingdom’s Capital, Welcoming Guests to Create Unforgettable Memories

“We are thrilled to bring The Ritz-Carlton brand to Amman, embodying our commitment to delivering un paralleled experiences and creating meaningful mem ories in the world’s most exciting markets,” said Sandeep Walia, Chief Operating Officer, Middle East, Marriott International. “From exquisite culinary craftsmanship

Led by Wimberly Interiors London, the hotel’s design is inspired by the culture and history of Jordan, which is reflected in the hotel’s bold interior architecture, tailored lighting, Art Deco touches and contemporary artistry. Artistic elements within the hotel draw in spiration from the landscape of the Kingdom, from natural rifts of the sea and saturated colors of the earth to the deep crevices of caves and mountains.

Soaring 20-stories high, The Ritz-Carlton, Amman features 228 guest rooms - the most spacious of any hotel accommodations in Jordan - including 34 opu lent suites, spread across seven different categories. All guestrooms and suites have been intricately de signed and elegantly furnished, with a sophisticated ambiance felt throughout the property.

THE RITZ-CARLTON DEBUTS IN JORDAN BRINGING MODERN DESIGN AND UNPARALLELED EXPERIENCES TO AMMAN

to treasured family moments, The Ritz-Carlton, Am man will embrace guests with its legendary service, and offer a unique lens on this charming capital city.”

The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Amman, ushering in a new standard of refined hospitality in the heart of Jor dan’s vibrant capital. Rising elegantly above the West Amman skyline, and centrally situated on the prestig ious Fifth Circle, The Ritz-Carlton, Amman welcomes guests to enjoy thoughtfully tailored experiences that capture the spirit of Jordan’s beauty and hospitality.

The Ritz-Carlton, Amman offers an expansive array of distinctive dining options. Rising over the Amman sky line on the hotel’s 20th floor is the property’s signature restaurant, Roberto’s. Already a much-loved fixture on Dubai’s culinary scene, the arrival of Roberto’s will re define the concept of authentic Italian fine dining in Jordan, with the venue set to become one of the capi tal’s most exciting new lifestyle hotspots for residents and visitors alike.

Along with the lively, elevated atmosphere at Rober to’s, guests of The Ritz-Carlton, Amman can indulge at Ambros, the property’s relaxed dining option in the lobby serving unique seasonal produce and reim agined classics. Located in the hotel lobby, Iris is a stylish tea lounge and pâtisserie featuring a selection of signature eclairs, and high tea experiences. At Sar ab Garden, visitors can enjoy a sophisticated shisha lounge featuring upscale regional cuisine. For cigar connoisseurs, The Founders Room is a timeless ci gar and whiskey lounge delivering a highly exclusive

The Ritz-Carlton, Amman is home to a wide array of fa cilities for corporate and leisure guests, including a 1,050 square-meter Grand Ballroom, five meeting rooms, one boardroom, and a luxurious Club Lounge, all delivered with unparalleled service and genuine care. The Ritz-Carlton Spa is a full-service spa and wellness center offering ESPA products, indoor and outdoor temperature-controlled pools, six treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge and the largest jacuzzi in Amman.

“The opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Amman marks an in credible milestone for the entire Kingdom,” said Tareq Derbas, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Amman. “The property delivers an exceptional standard of luxury and refinement - one that redefines elegance and hos pitality in Jordan and the wider region. We are thrilled to unveil this stunning property and look forward to welcoming guests with a level of care and passion that will be sure to delight and exceed expectations.”

The breathtaking structures of Petra are reflected in a series of vignettes, while Roman and Nabatean ar chitectural features are given modern reinterpreta tions throughout the hotel. The floor finishes in the guest corridors pay homage to Jordan’s desert land scape, and the guestrooms take inspiration from the destination’s natural elements, sand and sea.

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atmosphere and an elevated menu offering sophisti cated bites. Opening this summer, Soleil will appeal to guests looking for healthy dining with its focus on vegetarian dishes and a distinctive coffee roast ery. Legends, a distinctive sports lounge with Amer ican- style culinary fare, is set to open later this year.

For more information, or to book your stay, please visit the hotel’s website www.ritzcarlton.com

Th e reimagined resort takes i nspiration from shapes, textures and colours fou nd amidst one of th e wo rld’s r i chest destinations. Each element pulls from the city s u r rounds, richly layered in t he o cea n, land or herit a ge of the beautiful Cape Town region, from the to p og raphy of the majestic Tabl e Mounta in , to the city’s

ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN REIMAGINED

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South African resort reveals new design that honours the destination’s ocean, land and heritage in a celebration of modern Cape Town

O ne&Only C a p e Town has unveiled an extensive r e imagining, w ith a new design showc asing a r e f r eshed take on ul tra-lu xury , modern accom m od a tion. Situated in the h e art of Cape Town, at th e fashionable V&A Water fron t ov e r loo king the marina and with panoram ic views acro ss t o Table Moun tain, One&Only Cape To wn is a tranquil en clave on the doorstep of the v i b r ant city. The re f u rbishment spans the full 133 rooms and su ites of th e resort, as well as the entrance lobby, Vista Bar & Lo u nge and landscaping, wit h new floo r ing, fittings and fixtures.

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“This is an incredibly exciting project for the One&On ly Cape Town team and a testament to our confidence in the positive future direction of South African tour ism,” says Anne Scott, General Manager, One&Only Cape Town. “We’ve proudly incorporated local suppli ers and artisans to create something magical – paying homage to African culture while retaining the innate One&Only ultra-luxury ethos.”

Guest Rooms and Suits adorn the new carpeting, replicating the topography of Table Mountain – an imaginative interpretation and execution of the city’s beauty within the interior décor space.

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The resort has weaved a distinct style of storytelling into its design narrative for the revamped Vista Bar & Lounge at the heart of the resort, highlighting the lo cal legend fondly known as ‘The Watchers’, the story of the creation of Table Mountain. Cape Town-based Kenyan artist, Stanislav Trzebinski, was commis sioned to create a centerpiece Watchers sculpture for the Vista Bar & Lounge, standing tall above the bar display and in perfect alignment with the view of Table Mountain. His use of the human form combines with natural components, depicting the relationship between humanity and nature – some more distort ed and others in contrast with it. Intricate patterns

Considered the gemstone capital of the world, almost half of the world’s gemstones are found in Southern Africa. Sparkling accents are added throughout the

Guest room interiors have been crafted using thought ful textures and organic materials, creating not just a space, but a whole experience and story. Entering the bedroom, warm lighting and an earthy colour scheme set the tone, the Kente cloth-adorned entrance, using fabric inspired by the traditional Northern African mud cloth, creates an authentically African welcome. The space is a perfect blend of metals and minerals, mo dernity and tradition. Every element is carefully con sidered, from the curved headboard of the bed which harmonises with the contrast of structural shapes and angles, to the handmade ceramics in organic shapes representing the textures and colours of Table Moun tain: the golden yellow of the sun, the green of the plants and the blue of the sea, and the black texture of the Cape pine trees and silverleaf pine.

The suites offer space, repose and a journey of discovery. An extension of the overarching design concept but dot ted with touches of green, the suites are a playful alterna tion of texture, use of lighting and colour, layered with honest natural minerals and unexpected objects. Lime stone and African Ash feature tiles in the lobby, as well as statement tables and structural seating, complement the arrival experience. Both the reception and lounge spaces showcase individual identity with a balance of shadow and light, a colour palette of calm neutrals deep browns and warm earth tones, as well as exquisite African patterns.

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Works by local artists decorate the suites; Johanny Twala has contributed intricate structural ink line mountain contour drawings of Lions Head, Signal Hill and Table Mountain to the dining areas of the Marina Rise suites, while Claude Chandler, utilising the longi tude and latitude of Table Mountain, has created his artworks which proudly feature in the lounges.

By weaving the inspired design in collaboration with local artists and artisans, One&Only Cape Town has created a destination reflective of its setting – Africa in a fresh, nuanced way that is inclusive and expan sive, and with an elevated residential feel that makes guests instantly feel at home. The resort retains its in imitable location and unique offering of inner-city yet resort-style accommodation – a sense of detachment from day-to-day life. This exceptional location, now coupled with the reimagining, speaks to the ultra-lux ury and modern while retaining an authentic local feel.

The Cape Mountains are synonymous with the Cape Floral Kingdom, the smallest of the planet’s six plant kingdoms, yet the most diverse. One&Only Cape Town’s love of fynbos and protea varietals is reflected in the fresh flowers throughout the resort and in many of the décor touches dappled within the rooms and common areas. Cape flowers remain an ongoing inspi ration for the team, building constantly on the small touches and novel ways in which to incorporate them on the resort.

guest rooms, with details of Tiger’s Eye drawer pulls and facetted artworks adding an ornate touch to mod ern African luxury. Gemstone-shaped shields, made by artists that are community figures in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, adorn Marina Rise’s headboard walls and are symbolic of the Sun and Moon. The beaded pots in all the rooms were created by Zimbabwe-born Richard Madongwe and his team of bead artists. The jars are representative of the vessels carried on the heads of the people of Africa, transporting the life blood of earth – water – to their families.

The Cape Kelp Forest, one of the most intricate eco systems in the world, found in the ocean waters off the coast of Cape Town, also influenced touches of the de sign in the guest rooms and suites with bespoke car peting and scatter cushions reflecting the exquisite sea forestry. Frames have been handmade for the bed room mirrors by Coote and Wench in Johannesburg, each unique and hand carved by Ben Tuge, a master wood sculptor, with a design based on the kelp forests.

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Louis Vuitton’s packaging is universal across their fra grances, beginning with a cylindrical bottle shape and a cap reminiscent of an expensive bottle of gin. The grape purple juice protrudes through the glass bottle which holds the fragrance title and house name across the midsection, with the title engrained in gold font.

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LOUIS VUITTON FLEUR DU DÉSERT: FRENCH GIANTS ANNOUNCE A NEW FLORAL RELEASE

Vuitton Fleur du Désert is the latest release from the house, paying homage to the rich per fume history with the Middle East. Master Per fumer Jacques Cavallier celebrates Jasmine, Rose and Orange Blossom, three florals that have deservedly cre ated a name for themselves in the perfume industry.

At the top, the cap is a midnight black which fits snug gly above a rim that bows outwards. A Gold Louis Vuit ton “LV” stamp is found on top of the cap in a matching gold font.

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To properly create this fragrance, Cavallier spent time in the Middle East, experiencing two opposing scenes. On one side, the master perfumer felt the breeze of the sea across his sun-beaten skin. On the other end, Cavallier was scorched by the everlasting sun and felt the rising heat of sand beneath his feet.

This floral, woody fragrance is described as unisex by the house, featuring a few staple Louis Vuitton notes. It begins with decadent Honey and spicy Cinnamon at the top. Leading into the heart are the three classic floral notes: Jasmine, rose and Orange Blossom. Finally, it wraps up with Oud, musky Ambrette and Ambroxan.

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Step into the fuchsia-hued world of Jimmy Choo in Shoe Heaven (you can’t miss it) for a bite to eat surrounded by seriously fabulous décor, sculptural seating and gold mirrored accents inspired by the brand’s latest handbag line: the Va renne Avenue Collection.

Ready for your pink-carpet mo ment? Jimmy Choo has opened the Choo Cafe pop-up on Fifth Floor and it’s as glamorous as you’d ex pect from the fashion powerhouse. Open for a limited time, the in timate café is serving logo-tastic treats, light bites and JC-dusted coffee – perfect for those hungry Insta feeds.

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On the menu you’ll find fresh, sea sonal patisserie with classic Brit ish summertime flavours, served on – you guessed it – pink Jimmy Choo crockery. Think mini Victoria sponge cakes, chocolate-raspber ry mousse cubes and strawberry éclairs – all picture perfect and fin ished with an edible JC logo.

It’s not all sweet treats – ideal for a quick lunch, the café is also serving a selection of mini sandwiches, as well as open-faced ‘Choux Crosti ni’ topped with fresh mozzarella or beet-cured salmon.

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Choo Cafe by Jimmy Choo is avail able for walk-ins only, which will be accommodated on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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A firm favourite for a reason, Jimmy Choo sets the accesso ries agenda with its playful ly daring spirit season upon season. Whether it’s an iconic pair of shoes or an eternally chic bag, make an entrance with bold colours and fresh silhouettes. Pink looks good on you.

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is finding a new use to the main purpose of the skins of the fruits… the skins were orig inally created by nature so it pro tects the sugar (energy) inside the fruit… I have developed a new technique using both ancient may ans culture combined with modern French cooks techniques to avant garde molecular gastronomy tech Itniques…sanew fresh prospective where we can use the whole of the skin to make it timeless and beautiful as it ages naturally.. it’s a unique ma terial where each skin would ages differently hence having a unique color and texture.

I was lucky enough to work with amazing designers like “the duck a l’orange” orange peel table where I worked with architect Karim Sawalha and our table will be dis played in dubai design week 2022 in collaboration with architect gh ada Kunash.. Another application was with a great Bahraini designer Noof Alshekar where we worked for two years with a great fabrica tor in Lebanon to creat and orange peels leather bag with gold plated brass and a hand carved malachite stone from India and the bag was displayed in expo 2020 dubai twice as part of al burda festival and sec ond time as part of the Jordanian Gusto

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1. Tell us about how your passion for food started, and how did you decide to become a chef?

Nature is my true artist always … I had the false believe that we are indestructible as the human race then when corona hit it made me realise how vulnerable we are and how we must respect and protect our planet and nature … That’s when I started focusing on sustainability more by using my skills from differ ent fields in my life journey when after ENG design I become a chef and studied food science in Har vard online course which gave me the tools to create a new technique to preserve the skins of vegetables and fruits and make durable leather out of it and using that waste to

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At this stage it’s only a proof of concept… so costs are expensive and they are being sold as art lim ited edition pieces but later on I am looking at scaling it up and work ing with local communities to em power and find them jobs where they manufacture the material and i collaborate with international ar chitects & designers to creat high end luxury items from food waste. And working with luxurious brands & restaurants across the world to manifest food waste into a new creation and giving it a new life.

Arabic food for sure … the last food trend has been Asian inspired Pe ruvian food … Me and some great friends and chefs around the world are doing modern Arabic food to take it to new levels and show it to the world ..

4. Tell us about your first creation “Jameed Choco late“, and how does it express the Jordanian Culture?

5. What is a piece of advice you would you give to be ginners in the food art in dustry?

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pavilion and later it was exhibited at Fann Aporter art gallery in dubai. It is still at a prototype and a proof of concept at this stage.

Foods art is a new genre in art … before it was someone carving on a watermelon Ior someone playing nice but now it’s more of using food as a medium rather it being the fi nal Sinceproduct.it’sa

We in the Middle East have very exotic ingredients like in dubai we have yagat which is a very special ingredient… In Jordan we have something called Jameed which is dehydrated fermented yogurt and it’s used for our national dish.. I was hired for Amman design week 2016 to create a new manifestation

Also I did aubergine leather masks for dubai fashion week and we did an installation in dubai design week 2021 an evolution of a nomadic tent made out of aubergine skin.

2. Is there one food that you’re secretly obsessed with having at home?

3. What kinds of ethnic food do you think are underrat ed right now?

of the most luxurious brands in the world suck as Shangrila Dubai, The Ritz Carlton, luxurious cars and luxurious watches Swiss brand.

new genre my advice to anyone entering this field is you must have faith and thick skin cause it will take sometime for peo ple to see it relative.

to our culture where I merged Ja meed with white chocolate to cre at a new product called Jameed chocolate that has been all over the world .

Born in 1990, Inkman studied graphic design at the École Supérieure des Sciences et Des Technologies Du Design in Tunis. It was there that he discovered ty pographical design and started exploring the artistic expressions it could inspire. A practice he developed alongside poetry, which he has been composing since childhood. It was on the walls of his city that Inkman created his first “calligraffiti”. A match between the urban energy of street art and one of the most re fined aesthetic traditions of the Arabic culture: cal ligraphy, which turns writing into abstract art whose geometry verges on the sublime...With these openair creations accessible to all, the young artist mag nifies the architectural beauty of buildings he paints on, the rich history their walls hold, and the many civilisations that have shaped, over the centuries, the streets he adorns with his art. Shifting from walls to canvas, Inkman creates paintings whose voluptuous

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Voluptuous shapes, graceful curves, soaring lines... In a bold artwork that weaves stylised Arabic char acters with Guerlain’s “G”, Inkman has turned the emotion of the scent into a visual poem. To craft this exceptional piece, made to measure foreach bottle, the House has called on the legendary Parisian jew eller Goossens, a symbol of French savoir-faire. Like the calligraphic jewel that magnifies its bottle, the vibrant, luminous, and deep Eau de Parfum com posed by Guerlain Master Perfumer Thierry Wasser carries us off to the threshold of the East. Le Songe de la Reine, an exclusive composition, draws its in spiration from the Mediterranean world where the cultures of East and West have met for millennia. An olfactory and aesthetic masterpiece limited to26 pieces worldwide, Inkman for Guerlain is art in the service of art.

“Calligraphy is the language of the soul. We feel emo tions before understanding the letters. It is a portal to a magical world” says the Tunisian calligraphy artist.

The iconic Bee Bottle revisited by Inkman, an exclusive art piece museum-worthy.

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t is an exceptional encounter, of the kind only Guer lain can orchestrate: the meeting of East and West. And the meeting of two arts: French perfumery, to which the House offered so many masterpieces, and Arabic calligraphy, an age-old art reinvented by a young artist for the 21stcentury. Ever since it was founded in 1828, the love of perfume and the love of art have been one and the same for Guerlain. Today, as ever, the House is proud to host new artists and craftspeople with exceptional skills, giving them a blank canvas to enchant its fragrances. In 2022, Inkman, a young Tuni sian calligraphy artist, has been invited by Guerlain to create the adornment of its iconic Bee Bottle. Inspired by Le Songe de la Reine, an exclusive fragrance offered in the one-litre flacon, this jeweller’s son has imagined an adornment that is both poetic and spectacular, be tween sculpture and calligraphy.

beauty. A sensibility that enabled him to embrace the world of Guerlain, a House that is especially dear to him, since his wife wears one of its fragrances...

77 lines interweave arabesques with Latin characters. On them, poems composed by the artist in English or French, bearing messages of tolerance, can be read in the form of Arabic calligraphy. Mediterranean at heart, anchored in his cultural roots, the artist has forged a formal vocabulary that crosses the barriers of cultures and language. From Tunis to Dubai by way of London or Doha, Inkman’s language is as universal and as emotional as perfume. Today, Inkman works in three dimensions: after murals and paintings, he gives body to his work through sculpture. The artist draws his inspiration from the sense of touch which transports the soul, the human feelings he perceives in people’s eyes, or his interaction with his environ ment. The practice of sculpture has allowed Inkman to revisit his roots. The son of a jeweller, he reinvents his artistic approach in the family workshops where he imagines, designs and crafts jewels as an ode to

Sensuous and abstract, avant-garde and timeless, po etic and bold. For Guerlain, Inkman has created an art work whose beauty is undeniable. Dazzling. Absolute. A jewel that wraps around the body of the mythical Bee Bottle produced by Pochet du Courval, the historical glass maker of the House since 1853.And more than a jewel, a meeting between two of the creative worlds that are most emblematic of the East: calligraphy and perfume. To create his artwork, Inkman steeped him self in the scent of Le Songe de la Reine. His gleam ing calligraphic jewel reflects the voluptuous forms, graceful curves, and vibrant character of the fragrance composed by Thierry Wasser, Guerlain Master Per fumer. Like scented volutes, the elegant lines that embrace the Bee Bottle trace sinuous designs drawn from Arabic writing. Reinvented in golden arabesques, Guerlain’s “G” shimmers like a mirage... The eye los es itself endlessly in the abstract lines of this magnif icent composition, whose splendour is as tactile as it is visual. A genuine visual poem that celebrates the harmony of scent and beauty, of content and contain er. Here, two arts echo and magnify one another: the sculptor’s and the perfumer’s. “It is a highly contrasted fragrance that confronts the force and sensuality of woods with the vegetal vibration of fig-tree sap” says Thierry Wasser, Guerlain Master Perfumer.

An exclusive fragrance accompanies this excep tional creation: Le Songe de la Reine. The Queen’s Dream. An olfactory journey to the Mediterrane an lands where the cultures of the East and West met and mingled over the centuries. A land that is Inkman’s, born in Tunisia. And if the young artist was able to translate so brilliantly the olfactory writing of the fragrance into a calligraphic jewel, it is because both these artworks share a similar streamlined, yet sensual, aesthetic. The solar radi ance of gold. The fruits of the Mediterranean sun illuminate the top notes of the fragrance, like a vertical, soaring beam of light: sparkling mandarin, and Guerlain’s signature, glittering bergamot. The citrus fruit known as the « Green Gold » of Cal abria, sourced from the House’s partner for three generations, unfolds zesty, herbaceous, and floral facets made more vibrant still by the freshness of pink pepper.

the House’s scented signatures. The streamlined elegance of woods. It is in the powdery trail of iris that Le Songe de la Reine reveals its Eastern roots with unctuous sandalwood – another of the House’s iconic ingredients. Native to India, it is now sourced in Australia. Produced from sustain able harvests since 2015, the essence of the leg endary wood was selected by Thierry Wasser for an outstanding olfactory quality that meets Guer lain’s exacting standards. In Le Songe de la Reine, the enveloping tendrils of this white sandalwood are underlined by a vetiver sfumato. Cedarwood frames the curvaceous note with its straight, clean facets. A sumptuous composition traced with bold strokes of noble materials, like a fragrant wind blowing from a Mediterranean garden to the lands of the Arabian Nights.

The sensual delight of fruit. In the heart of the fra grance, the Master Perfumer has traced the gen erous curves of a fig accord picked in a Mediterra nean garden. The sinuous lines of its odorous leaf, underlined by a green, herbaceous note. The tender milky sweetness of its sap. The refined sensuality of the accord is magnified by the regal silhouette of a beautiful iris, a precious flower that is also one of

The Bee Bottle by Inkman is a limited edition of 26 signed and numbered pieces worldwide.

first with a bench polisher, then by hand, until every asperity has been perfectly smoothed. Then, the or naments are meticulously shaped by hand to embrace the curves of the majestic Bee Bottle. Each of them becomes a one-off, bespoke piece. Then comes the step that will turn them into couture jewels: galva nisation. Four successive layers of metal cover the piece. First, warm-hued copper. Then, noble white bronze and silvery nickel. And finally, gold, whose precious glow exalts the calligraphy imagined by Ink man for Guerlain. Before leaving the Ateliers Goos sens, the pieces are fastened to each bottle. Adorned with these dazzling jewels, the twenty-six Bee Bottles are then transported to the Ateliers Guerlain. The House’s fabled Dames de Table wind a fine golden thread around the neck.

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A VIRTUOSIC PIECECRAFTED BY THE ATELIERS GOOSSENS

To bring to life the calligraphic jewel imagined by Inkman, Guerlain has turned to a French house that masters the craft of goldsmithery to perfection: the Parisian jeweller Goossens. A House founded in 1950 by Robert Goossens, a visionary craftsman whose couture jewels marked their era. Still today, the House constantly pushes the limits of creativity, through an unexpected mix of shapes and materials, associating noble and raw materials to create unique jewels with subtle nuances. In the hands of the master craftspeo ple of the Ateliers Goossens, the twenty-six precious copies of Inkman’s sculpture are made to measure for each bottle, using finely tuned skills. The first, high-precision step is to laser-cut the elegant lines of the decoration designed by Inkman out of a sheet of brass. Each piece is then meticulously polished,

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No compromises have been made in technology: Steinway Lyngdorf’s signature Air Motion Transformer tweeter and a dedicated midrange driver provide outstanding clar ity and transparency, while two powerful 12” woofers deliver very deep, yet defined bass even from this shallow speaker cabinet. The speaker design features distinct side panels in black piano finish, black strings, and matte gold ac cents. Custom colors and polished

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Singapore | July 14th, 2022 –Steinway Lyngdorf announces the launch of the new free-standing Steinway & Sons Mod el A loudspeaker in Singapore. The new Model A is a full-range loud speaker and provides the acclaimed Steinway & Sons sound performance from a loudspeaker specifically de signed for room-friendly placement against a wall. This makes the Mod el A the first choice when the room shape or interior demands a more space-saving setup, from living rooms and media rooms to apart ments, penthouses, or yachts, and even dedicated home cinemas with out the space for separate woofers.

Anker Haldan, CCO at Steinway Lyngdorf shares “The popularity of our Steinway Lyngdorf floor-stand ing speaker systems has grown sig nificantly in recent years. During this phase, it became evident to us that there is a demand for expand ing our range to offer a system in

between Model O and Model B. This has resulted in the complete new Model A speaker system, which we now proudly present. With an ex panding global network of distrib utors and our new UK subsidiary to be fully operational by April 1st 2022, the timing is right to launch the Model A to quality-conscious people seeking the ultimate in mu sic Rolandsystems.”Hoffmann,

Director of Product Marketing at Steinway Lyngdorf, emphasises the special purpose of this model “Over the years, the Steinway Lyngdorf loudspeaker portfolio has con tinuously expanded, and ranges from the iconic Model D to the in credibly small yet ingenious Mod el S. The new Model A is the ideal choice for anyone who wants the acclaimed Steinway & Sons loud speaker performance but prefers the most living room-friendly placement nearest the wall. While this is often regarded as a less than ideal placement in the room, the Model A surpasses any expec tations and provides an extraordi nary sound experience.“

gold details are available on re quest and special order. The Model A loudspeaker is designed and as sembled by hand in Denmark.

As with every Steinway & Sons loudspeaker, the Model A is part of Steinway Lyngdorf’s Integrated System Approach, ensuring each part of the system—from the Stein way & Sons stereo and surround sound processors to the powerful digital amplifiers and loudspeak ers—is designed from the ground up to work perfectly together.

Steinway Lyngdorf’s RoomPer fectTM technology is the finishing touch for each integrated system. RoomPerfectTM acoustically cal ibrates the speaker to the room acoustics, always ensuring the very best sound experience for every customer, in any room.

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he Luxury Network Ni geria, a foremost luxury affinity group with the objective of creating beneficial business partnerships amongst premium luxury brands and fa cilitate their joint marketing ac tivities has again onboarded a new member – Affinity Art Gal lery (AAG) making her the 5th brand to join the affinity group this year.

Speaking on why it is impor tant to become a member of The Luxury Network Nigeria, Affinity Art Gallery Manager, Mrs Moni Aisida asserted that, “Affinity Art Gallery is commit ted to providing a platform that will not only spotlight the work Member

State, Through diverse exhi bitions, educational programs, institutional collaborations, and representation of emerging art ists, Affinity Art Gallery intends to play a role in the support and advancement of Modern and Contemporary African art.

Opened in 2020, Affinity Art Gal lery is an ultra-modern Art Gal lery located at 1-7 Muri Okuno la Street, Victoria Island, Lagos

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The gallery functions as a bea con to educate and preserve Af rica’s rich and diverse culture in a bid to inspire the next genera tion of young Africans.

“On behalf of the Luxury Net work Nigeria, we are delighted to have Affinity Art Gallery join as a member. This is the first gallery in Nigeria to be onboarded and we are excit ed for the future of Arts and Luxury in Nigeria and Africa as a whole” said the Managing Director of The Luxury Net work Nigeria, Mr Samuel-Abiola Jacobs in his address about the new membership.

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of its artists but to also ampli fy their work’s visibility and aid accessibility to local and global audiences.” She went further, “we are excited for the oppor tunities and strategic collab orations ahead that would be beneficial for the network and for the gallery which will help us fulfil our vision ultimately.”

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pens are not just pens but are trophies that signal a joy for writing, style and the finer things in life. Made with Italian craftsmanship and verve, their writing instruments express elegance, excellence and individual style. Refined engineer ing and virtuoso finishing under score the exclusivity of charismat ic design. For more than a century, Montegrappa fountain pens have consistently balanced tradition and innovation. Since 1912, their con stant quest for perfection has been fueled by Venetian ambition, cour age and pride. Exclusive, high-qual ity materials are hand-selected to tantalize collectors, and ensure lasting performance.

Montegrappa pens have brought pleasure to a long line of exception al characters over the years. Begin ning with the young Ernest Hem ingway – a wartime guest at their Cà Erizzo estate – the hands of il lustrious figures from the worlds

of literature, politics, industry and entertainment have held a Monte grappa. Their catalogue celebrates individualist spirit. At Montegrap pa, variety is never in short sup ply. Fountain pens, rollerballs and ballpoints in a wide range of colors and shapes are only the tip of the iceberg. Alongside hallmark writing silhouettes, their regular limited product releases use artistic vision, artisanal flair and lavish detailing to appeal to connoisseur and col lector sensibilities. Their every pen serves a purpose: whether it be a daily writing companion, a tool for creating calligraphy, or a signifier of success. Regardless of use, a fine writing instrument should provide inspiration and empowerment. For this reason, their pens are metic ulously constructed at every step – with precious materials, sophis ticated mechanisms and obsessive attention to detail. To hold a Mon tegrappa fountain pen is to hold a piece of lasting Italian style. Beau ty, elegance and craftsmanship are qualities that transcend generation al and cultural barriers. As objects of exceptional form and function, their fountain pens invoke fascination and admiration, while offering unri valled writing pleasure.

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sports teams and clubs through sponsorship including the likes of Grammar Juniors Rugby Club, Remuera Golf Club, Auckland Cricket and St Kentigern’s College, among others. The team at Winger Maserati look forward to meeting fellow members and associates of The Luxury Network, and collaborating with like-minded and aligned brands.

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The Luxury Network was launched in London in 2007. It covers areas of the luxury market such as private jets, yachting, motor concierge, health & beauty, wealth management, premium real estate, exclusive travel, golf, jewellery & watches, enter tainment, fashion, and many more. Having built up quite an impressive reputation with more than 20 years of experience and offices across Europe, Australia, Asia, the Middle East, America, and parts of Africa, their membership portfolio boasts the world’s leading brands including Ferrari, Bentley, Cartier, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Bvlgari, Porsche, Bang & Olufsen, Sunseeker, Azimut Yachts, Pane rai, Etihad Airlines, Rolls-Royce, Zenith, Sothebys Realty, and Tom Ford amongst others.

For more information about The Luxury Network Morocco, please info@theluxurynetwork.maemail

The expansion agreement was signed between TLN International Global CEO, Mr. Fares Ghattas and TLN Morocco CEO, Mr Ahmad Slieman today, July 26, 2022.

have high hopes with this cur rent opening since the steady economic growth has generated a solid base of wealthy consumers in Morocco, which lead to the development of the luxury market with over 14 million foreign visitors who visit Morocco each year, over 30% are luxury wealthy travellers.

The Luxury Network is set to launch in Morocco ex panding its global growth by officially opening in Sep tember 2022.

UNICEF UKRAINE APPEAL CHARITY DINNER AT THE HOTEL BRITOMART

he Luxury Network NZ and New Zealand Sotheby’s International Re alty hosted a charity dinner for the UNICEF Ukraine appeal, at The Hotel Britomart for 50 people. Together with members, an incredible $61,000 was raised in an online live auction. The money raised will provide essential medical equipment for those affected by the war. Thank you to UNICEF’s ambassador Dan Carter and to all our members for donating such generous auction items.

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Later, guests were treated to an amazing dinner at award winning restaurant Kingi at The Hotel Brit omart. Chef Tom Hishon has devised an evolving menu that celebrates sustainably caught seafood.

HYOUMANKIND AND THE EDISON CLINIC EVENT AT THE HOTEL BRITOMART

he Luxury Nework NZ held a wonderful evening on 18th May, learning all about sleep. Starting in the beautiful Poronui Suite at The Hotel Brit omart, Hyoumankind highlighted the importance of choosing the right pillow, while sleep expert Doctor Gareth from the Edison Clinic, spoke about how to prepare for and stay asleep.

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with our clients attesting to the ease with which their requests are handled. We will be opening an Abuja of fice soon and invite interested persons to take advan tage of our services”.

RIF Trust, one of the world’s leading residency and citizenship advisories during the dinner announced the extension of its services to Nigeria and invited all businesses and individuals interested in obtaining sec ond citizenship and permanent EU residency to take advantage of the outstanding, smooth and transparent services it offers.

Speaking at the event which was held at Tulip Bistro, the Regional Director B2B & Managing Director RIF Trust Nigeria, Mr Ranny A. Muasher informed guests that RIF Trust are looking forward to opening a second office in Abuja as their Lagos office is already opera tional. “We are just recently coming into the Nigerian market and our experience so far has been amazing

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RIF TRUST in conjunction with The Luxury Network Nigeria hosted a dinner recently for select Nigerian business men and women. The dinner was held to ex plain to interested Nigerians on simplified ways they could obtain second citizenships and permanent resi dencies in European countries.

n Thursday August 4th Leonard Joel showcased an exclusive preview of selected pieces from their Important Jewels Collection at LSH Auto’s Mercedes-Benz Melbourne.

Pair of emerald and diamond drop earrings each weighing approximately 46.46 carats and 2.05 carats respectively, estimated $130,000-180,000

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Guests gathered in the AMG Lounge with the new EQS and other high performance vehicles on display as Hamish Sharma, Head of Important Jewels for Leon ard Joel provided an insight into key pieces from the collection, including their history and provenance. He also provided guests with tips on ways to bid at auc

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Co. Pair of Tanzanite and Diamond Pendel oque ‘Soleste’ Earpendants Circa 2013 – the tanzanite and diamonds together stated to weigh 46.84 carats and 1.13 carats respectively, signed T & Co. for Tiffany & Co. – estimated $60,000-$90,000

Colour change Sapphire and Diamond Ring – oval co lour-change sapphire weighing 19.86 carats, framed by a halo of brilliant-cut diamonds – estimated $65,00085,000.

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Art Deco Diamond Bracelet Circa 1935 – three articu lated openwork geometric plaques centering a line of graduated collet-set marquise diamonds between ar chitectural motif connectors pavé-set with diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 20.41 carats, mounted in platinum, estimated $70,000-

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Sweet&Chilli, a member of The Lux ury Network, assisted putting this event together with Penfolds and did a sensational job with the production, lighting, entertainment and catering.

70 years ago, Max Schubert hid an extraordinary experiment in the cel lars beneath the Penfolds Magill Es tate Winery. Today, it’s known as one of Australia’s most celebrated wines.

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Guests joined us for an evening of cel ebration and discovery as we raised a glass to the 70th Anniversary of Pen fold’s Grange at Campbell’s Stores.

Overall, a magical evening and it was an enormous privilege to taste different vintages of this most iconic wine.

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5th April, The Luxury Network NZ held a stunning collaborative event between Samsung, Webb’s and New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty. Champagne was served with canapés prepared by Chef Des Harris, while guests took in the breathtaking views of the Harbour Bridge and Auckland City from an incredible home in St. Mary’s Bay, listed with New Zealand Sotheby’s International Reality. Sam sung introduced their latest lifestyle TVs and projectors, while Webb’s spoke about the up and coming NFT auction of some magnificent works by NZ artist Don Binney.

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Rania Omeish stated that the fair aims to shed light on the diverse and rich artistic scene, of all genres; contemporary visual arts as well as digital arts, and aims to support art and cre ativity. Encouraging artists, especially the younger generation, to pursue their dreams.

DAR Art Fair’s goal is to support Jordanian and Arab artists, and give them a platform to showcase their talent and diverse creations. The fair featured a large collection of artworks from all categories of contemporary visual arts by Jordanian artists, in addition to artists from 18 Arab countries. The fair was a huge success and opened its doors to collectors, art enthu siasts, and visitors from the entire region.

‘DAR ART FAIR’ THE LARGEST ARTISTIC GATHERING IN JORDAN LAUNCHED ITS 2ND EDITION

Dina Dabbas Rifai stressed that the fair focus es on raising awareness of art more broadly by providing the necessary platform, with a stim ulating environment for many artists to show case their works.

Founded by Rania Omeish and Dina Dabbas Rifai, the fair included the “Galleries” section with art collections from 15 participating gal leries, as well as 180 works by both established and emerging artists in the “Independent Art ists’” section.

he largest artistic gathering to date in Jordan ‘DAR Art Fair’ launched its 2nd edition, last June 1st to 8th in Amman.

Sponsors of this year’s fair were: Zain, Bank Al Etihad, Samsung, Royal Jordanian, Ayla Oasis, Al Ameed Coffee, BMW, Delta Insurance, Ro tana Amman Hotel, Aramex and Optico. Sup ported by The Luxury Network Jordan.

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