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A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME - WITH RIMOWA

The 1920s marked the beginning of modern air travel and the golden age of Hollywood. In 1919, Hugo Junkers presented the world’s first all-metal commercial aircraft. It was made using the aircraft aluminum alloy discovered by Alfred Wilm in 1906. In 1950, RIMOWA presented its suitcase with the unmistakable grooved design made of the same material – at the time, it was the lightest suitcase in the world.

RIMOWA was a real pioneer in the sector, starting the trend for lightweight luggage back then.

In the lead role: John Travolta, movie legend and aviation aficionado. Guest star: the legendary North American X-15 that smashed all speed and altitude records and opened the gateway to space. Production: Breitling, the privileged partner of aviation thanks to its reliable, accurate and innovative instruments – such as the famous Chronomat, the ultimate chronograph. Welcome to a world of legends, feats and performance.

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20 ACCESSORIES:

Casual streetwear style for him, all that glitters is silver and gold for her

24 REAL ESTATE:

Seeing your money grow on Isla Mujeres, in the Mexican Caribbean

26 INTERIOR DESIGN:

Artemano and the art of building cutting-edge furniture for the home

28 HOME & AWAY:

How iconic hotel interiors can influence our home décor choices

42 COVER IMAGE: OBJECTS AS FASHION: AN INTERPRETIVE SPREAD BY FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER EMIN KADI, PAGE 58

8 EVENTS:

Lush Luxury’s “Sunny Days” event, dedicated to Caribbean luxury travel; Cadillac rolls out the luxury crossover 2017 XT5 in style, with a fashion event featuring Public School in Dubai

12 FASHION TRENDS:

Velvet and patchwork for her, the re-imagining of loose trousers, square patterns and layered kits for him

16 BEAUTY NOTES:

Top 10 beauty products that brighten, lift and add a little glow

18 GROOMING:

Another winter turning its ugly head? Protect your skin during the harsh cold winter months

19 FRAGRANCES:

Our resident expert lists off her top five hottest fragrances for the winter season

34 TIME FOR GREATNESS:

A wristwatch speaks volumes about its wearer, a subtle accessory that becomes an integral part of the wearer’s identity

40 TOP 7 DATE ONLY WATCHES:

Known for precision and reliability, these selections will bring a level of class and sophistication to any wrist

42 BEAUTY FEATURE:

Maye Musk, national model, well-known dietician, and mother of billionaire businessman Elon Musk, featuring NARS beauty products

50 TRAVEL:

While heading to a salubrious and eclectic mix of hideaways overseas is the aim of most A-Listers, a good number of others prefer to go off the beaten track

58 OBJECTS AS FASHION: Photo spread by Emin Kadi

62 ART OF WHEELS

Cao Fei and John Baldessari are chosen to create the next BMW Art Cars

64 MIAMI SPICE:

Lush Luxury’s principal photographer Yuri Dojc travels to Miami to take in Art Basel

50 LUSH LUXURY MAGAZINE PUBLISHER + EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Mark Keast (mkeast@lushmag.com) ART DIRECTION Jan Haringa (jan@lushmag.com) PRINCIPAL PHOTOGRAPHER Yuri Dojc FASHION DIRECTOR Serge Kerbel (serge@lushmag.com) DIRECTOR, CONTENT AND CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS Paul Cash, Katherine Minovski COPY EDITOR Dominik Sklarzyk INTERNS Ivanna Hreshchuk, Lauren Quinn, Camila Sanches Calvo CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Yuki Barton, Serge Kerbel, Danielle Thomson, Mark Keast, Serena Marotta, Pierre Higginson, Frank Grice CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Emin Kadi, Jeffrey Chiu, David Oyagi LUSH LUXURY MAGAZINE 176 John St., Unit 405, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1X5 Telephone: 647-348-8700 www.lushmag.com CJ Graphics Inc. is the official printer of Lush Luxury For information on advertising or a ratecard, for print or online, email us at info@lushmag.com For editorial enquiries, email us at info@lushmag.com

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ALL-NEW LEXUS RX. DRIVEN TO BE EXCEPTIONAL. Why conform to the rules when you can re-write them? The all-new RX has. As sophisticated as it is bold, the radically redesigned Lexus RX features a host of exceptional features such as premium LED lighting packages, available Touch Free back door, standard heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and, never one to be outdone, the Lexus RX is also available in hybrid and F SPORT. AMAZING IN MOTION.

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LUSH LUXURY ’S SUNNY DAYS EVENT WINTER IS COMING. COCO LEZZONE IN

TORONTO’S YORKVILLE DISTRICT WAS THE SITE FOR AN EVENT DEDICATED TO LUXURY CARIBBEAN TRAVEL

IMAGES BY ERIN RILEY THANKS TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS: ANTIGUA + BARBUDA T O U R I S M A U T H O R I T Y , A I R C A N A D A VA C A T I O N S , R I M O W A , AND NARS COSMETICS.

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CADILLAC ROLLS OUT 2017 XT5 IN STYLE DUBAI LAUNCH FOR NEW SERIES OF CADILLAC LUXURY CROSSOVER

BY MASHA MARINKOVIC

Just in time for the holidays – Lush Luxury was on hand in Dubai as Cadillac rolled out a unique project in which its all-new luxury crossover, the XT5, will debut at venues around the world in partnership with acclaimed fashion designers Public School.

The designers debuted their Pre-Fall collection on the runway in Dubai, in collaboration with the launch of the first-ever 2017 Cadillac XT5, all on the eve of the Dubai Motor Show.

The collaboration continues Cadillac’s engagement with the fashion community, supporting both emerging and established designers.

The 2017 XT5 will be the cornerstone of a series of crossovers bearing the “XT” designation. It is the successor to the current SRX, Cadillac’s best-selling product worldwide.

PUBLIC SCHOOL’S DAO-YI CHOW AND MAXWELL OSBORNE

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Voted “Antigua & Barbuda’s Leading Spa Resort” at the 2015 World Travel Awards

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SHINY: CHRISTIAN DIOR

WINTER

Every woman loves a bit of sparkle – at least once in a while.

The time is especially good this season, as Lurex, sequins and glitter were seen across fall runways from Rodarte to Dior. We saw it incorporated on skinny knife pleat skirts, to full-length gowns in glittery gold, but our favourite was Dior’s chic two-piece ensemble in white and black.

VELVET: LANVIN

VELVET AND PATCHWORK FOR HER, THE RE-IMAGINING OF LOOSE TROUSERS, SQUARE PATTERNS AND LAYERED KNITS FOR HIM: THIS SEASON’S MOST NOTEWORTHY FASHION TRENDS

BY YUKI BARTON

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We’ve always loved the luxurious feeling of velvet, and this season we saw it get a makeover at Giorgio Armani, Alexander Wang, and Lanvin. Whether it was a plunging jumpsuit, sleek coat, or beautiful wrapped layers at Lanvin, we saw the fabric dipped into deep, rich hues, perfect for the cold winter weather.

STORMY GREYS: PROENZA SCHOULER

Overcast greys were a dominant colour, especially the moody blue-grey seen at Proenza Schouler. The most modern way to incorporate this trend is to wear it from head to toe, for a full monochromatic look. We love the sophistication it gives, especially when contrasting textures are added to the mix.

FUR ACCENTS: LANVIN

Although fur comes with every season, there was especially a lot this season in all four fashion capitals.

Whether it was full-length coats or fur accents, it was treated and accented countless runways.

We loved it all, including Dior’s colour-wash take, to Celine’s fun pompoms, but our favourite look came from Lanvin. The luxurious dash of fur on the shoulder certainly caught our eye.

PATCHWORK: ETRO

The 70s trend definitely isn’t over yet, and we’re happy about it. This time we saw patchwork all over dresses and coats by Etro, Chloé, and Valentino. The mixed media and combination of warm colours made a big impact across the runways.

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SQUARE PATTERNS: PAUL SMITH

We saw many patterns across the catwalks this season, including florals, tapestry, and checks; however the most prominent across the cities came in the form of squares.

From subtle patchwork to bold blocks of colour, designers incorporated boxy shapes onto all types of garments. We especially liked Paul Smith’s take, blending earthy tones on this coat.

LAYERED KNITS: LEMAIRE

Layering is an obvious way to stay warm, especially for Canadians, so we particularly like this trend. Turtlenecks and chunky jumpers were compiled together for a sophisticated, cozy look. The key to the look is to show off the layer underneath.

Try a thinner merino wool rollneck under a chunkier crewneck sweater to add dimension and elegance.

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LEOPARD: CALVIN KLEIN COLLECTION

One for the risk takers, this big trend played with dimension, colour and finish. Our favourite interpretation this season came from Calvin Klein. The dark grey shade in a fine cheetah print on the classic silhouette may just be the most wearable.

LOOSE TROUSERS: VERSACE

After years of pants getting slimmer and slimmer, this season we saw a big comeback of the baggy trouser. Loose fitting and airy, those who prioritize comfort will especially enjoy this trend. We thought Lanvin, Margiela, and Versace did it best, creating a whole new silhouette that we expect to continue to see more of in the coming year.

GREENS: BERLUTI

Although grey was prominent on both women and men’s FW15 runways, green stood out among the menswear shows this season. From military olives to forest greens, it was a versatile colour applied to everything from polished suits to casual streetwear.

Berluti’s emerald ensemble was especially beautiful, with the trench and jacket in a matching hue.

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ELIZABETH ARDEN PREVAGE ANTI-AGING ANTIOXIDANT INFUSION ESSENCE

TOO FACED CANDLELIGHT GLOW

Give your skin a beautiful, “candlelit” glow with this champagne and peach powder duo. PHOTOLITE technology diffuses and refracts light to ensure that the skin has a warm, lit from within glow no matter what the lighting conditions and setting are, so the skin is always bright and never dull. $38.

Adopting another key skincare step from the Eastern regimen, Elizabeth Arden has developed a water essence that was designed to both hydrate the skin instantly, as well as over time, delivering moisture and anti-oxidants to the skin to refresh and protect from harsh environmental factors. $120.

ESCAPE THE WINTER BLUES TOP 10 BEAUTY PRODUCTS THAT BRIGHTEN, LIFT, AND ADD A LITTLE GLOW

BY DANIELLE THOMSON

DANIELLE THOMSON IS THE BEAUTY EDITOR AT LINER AND GLITTER AND GLOSS, OH MY/WWW.LINERGLITTERGLOSS.COM

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EVE LOM WHITE COLLECTION BRIGHTENING MASK

Give your skin a brightening boost with these sheet masks, made from 100% cotton.

With regular use, these masks help to correct pigmentation, boost luminosity and give a deep dose of hydration, thanks to a blend of Dermapep, Squaline and Sodium Hyaluronate. $195 for 8 masks at Murale.

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A sophisticated tea antioxidant concentrate lends its strength to this ground-breaking all-in-one primer. Once applied to the hair, this weightless primer helps to create vibrant, frizz-free and longlasting styles, while giving the hair a boost of moisture and adding natural-looking shine. $45.

FOREO NIGHT CLEANSER CELESTIAL MELTING GEL

Give your skin an out-of-this-world cleansing experience with this melting gel.

Infused with ultra-fine meteorite particles, this gel becomes the consistency of a milky cleanser to easily remove impurities, makeup and pollutants, leaving the skin feeling completely refreshed with a complexion that’s brighter and smoother. $43 at Murale.

DAFNI HAIR STRAIGHTENING BRUSH

The time consuming approach to straightening has been pushed to the side with the introduction of this revolutionary hair tool that works in minutes.

Evenly spaced, ceramic bristles ensure that heat is distributed throughout the hair as it is brushed, with springy insulators that prevent the scalp from being burned. $300.

L’OREAL PROFESSIONEL INFINIUM EXTREME HAIR SPRAY

Keep hair in place and beat the winter weather with the strong hold of Infinium Extreme. The fine diffusion spray gives hair an intense hold while still maintaining a natural feel. Style is locked in place without ever being weighed down or feeling stiff and sticky. $23.

DIORSKIN FOREVER & EVER FLUID FOUNDATION

Complexion perfection is a snap with Dior’s newest fluid foundation.

Lock-Wear polymers ensure long-lasting wear, while the velvety foundation bathes the skin in non-oily colour.

Shine is controlled and imperfections in the skin are corrected for a flawless, matte finish that lasts up to 16 hours. $50.

RODIAL CHIN & NECK LIFT

Turn back time and give your neck a more youthful appearance with a little help from this lightweight sculpting gel. A combination of essential Amino Acids and Syn-ake Dipeptide (which mimics the effects of the temple viper's venom) reduces wrinkles, lifts and firms the neck contour for an all-around smoother look. $98.

CHANEL LES 4 OMBRES BEVERLY HILLS

Inspired by the L.A. sunrise, the 4 shade eyeshadow palette fully embraces the different elements of the beautiful setting.

A combination of sky and ocean blue, lush green and the pink and purple of dawn come together for a palette that will make you wish you were relaxing on the beach enjoying the moment. $68.

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ARBONNE RE9 ADVANCED FOR MEN SET

For those looking for a solid grooming routine, go with this Arbonne men’s kit. Clinically proven ingredients minimize signs of aging, smooth appearance of fine lines, and overall look of the skin texture. Includes an exfoliating wash, shave gel, facial moisturizer (with SPF 20) and post-shave balm that are all made with natural botanical ingredients. $143

MR PORTER GROOMING KIT

A limited edition grooming kit for men from Mr Porter, featuring a curated selection of some of their best sellers. The package includes award-winning products in luxury travel and full sizes. From hydrating shaving cream to cell restoring masks, it’s a great way to try new products to see what you like. $80

GROOMING GIFTS HIM FOR

ANOTHER WINTER TURNING ITS UGLY HEAD? PROTECT YOUR SKIN DURING THE HARSH COLD WEATHER MONTHS

BY YUKI BARTON

DERMALOGICA AGE SMART OVERNIGHT RETINOL REPAIR

Going on holiday? Take this nightly treatment with you. A powerful cream that accelerates skin renewal and reduces the appearance of skin-aging UV rays while you sleep. $110.50

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TOM FORD NOIR AFTER SHAVE BALM

Tom Ford Noir is an intensely rich balm that hydrates and helps soothe dry, just-shaven skin. With its light, refined fragrance, it leaves the skin feeling smooth and comfortable. $62

A CLOSE SHAVE WITH AESOP’S DOUBLE-EDGE RAZOR

New from Australia’s luxury skincare company Aesop – a classic double-edge razor for men. Featuring a hand-polished, tripleplated collar, and chrome-plated blade, this handcrafted razor makes for a close and comfortable shave.

With ten stainless steel Merkur Solingen razor blades included, this razor is suitable for both new and experienced wet shavers. $102

HOTTEST NEW FRAGRANCES OUR RESIDENT EXPERT LISTS OFF HER TOP FIVE FOR THE WINTER SEASON

BY DANIELLE THOMSON DANIELLE THOMSON IS THE BEAUTY EDITOR AT LINER AND GLITTER AND GLOSS, OH MY/WWW.LINERGLITTERGLOSS.COM

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS COLLECTION EXTRAORDINAIRE PRECIOUS OUD

Paying tribute to the rare Oud Wood, this Eau de Parfum combines the mysterious fragrance of the Oud Wood with a delicate floral accord, striking an intriguing and mysterious balance between its lighter, refined side and its deeper, stronger facets. $205.

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CHANEL COCO NOIR

With a woody base and musky notes present throughout, this powerful fragrance takes on a very sensuous tone, while top notes of pink peppercorns and grapefruit, giving the fragrance a hint of freshness.

The playful balance of light and dark gives this fragrance an opulent and indulgent finish, while maintaining an air of mystery. $162.

GUCCI BAMBOO

Gucci decided to revisit one of their most recognized icons with this Ear de Parfum, reinventing it for the modern woman.

Uplifting and refreshing, notes of Italian Bergamot, Casablanca Lily and Ylang Ylang lend their voices for a scent that is both soft and confident at the same time, reflecting the woman of today. $136.

I AM JUICY COUTURE

Bold and alluring at once, a deep sweetness sits at the centre of this fragrance, with a vivacious floral heart and opening notes of passionate bursts of raspberry, tart pomelo and vibrant passion fruit.

Musky top notes give this fragrance an undeniably seductive feel that speaks to a hint of rebellion. $110.

THIERRY MUGLER LES EXCEPTIONS CUIR IMPERTINENT

The Les Exceptions collection is comprised of scents inspired by the major themes of traditional perfumery, bringing them to the present with original notes and bold ingredients.

Cuir Impertinent, the newest creation, takes on a sensual side, bringing together the darkness of tanned leather and the invigorating star anise. $185.

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Vince thrives when it comes to the classics, so this timeless staple is a great investment for Winter 2016. The black wool and linenblend sweater is knitted with a grey chevron pattern, and since it’s shaped for a slim fit, it’s the ideal piece for layering.

Moncler is the quintessential luxury Winter apparel and lifestyle brand, whose products are made with unparalleled quality and class. This plush toque boasts the label’s iconic logo, and is woven from premium wool in a cable knit pattern to ensure a snug and comfy fit.

Pair it with a parka and instantly upgrade your on-the-go look.

STREETWEAR REVOLUTION KEEPING UP WITH THESE COMFORTABLE AND COOL LUXURY ACCESSORIES. B Y S E R E N A M A R O T TA

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YEEZY SEASON 1

Fashion icon Kanye West describes his label as the world’s first “solutionsbased” clothing line. The gender-ambiguous aesthetic of the Adidas x Yeezy collection effortlessly embodies the essence of the modern world of fashion and culture. Crafted in Italy, this unisex nylon bomber reflects the spirit of the brand in its ability to be worn with infinite looks, whether it’s for haphazard layering or polishing off a sleek ensemble.

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When it comes to footwear, no luxury label does the streetwear style better than Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto.

New for Winter 2016, the ultra popular Retro Boosts are infused with luxury materials and boast embossed crocodile leather panelled in the heel of the upper. With its clean silhouette, this futuristic sneaker is a high-end rendition of the classic adidas runner.

ALEXANDER McQUEEN

It’s all in the details. The signature McQueen skulls are subtly incorporated into the edgy camouflage print of this coated-canvas backpack. Utility is your friend, and this one’s got your back: multiple internal and external pockets provide room for everything you need. This surprisingly versatile backpack features leather detailing throughout, with a ribcage-embossed mesh padding on the back that’s signature of the label’s rebellious spirit.

LANVIN

CHIARA FERRAGNI

Lanvin’s ‘Pom Pom’ keychain uses various lengths of gold-tone brass chain to create this Gatsby-looking tassel. Clip it on your tote or keys for some extra shimmer, or use it as the perfect gift for a friend.

TIME TO SHINE

Your selfies should always shine as bright as you do. The Italian fashion blogger and style icon Chiara Ferragni, of The Blonde Salad, provides the perfect embellishment to the one accessory we can’t live without.

This glittering ‘Flirting’ case is a statement of personal style with no effort necessary.

ALL THAT GLITTERS IS SILVER AND GOLD B Y S E R E N A M A R O T TA

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JIMMY CHOO

32 PARADIS SPRUNG FRÈRES Tradition meets innovation with one of the biggest hits of this season. Built with an androgynous silhouette by the masters of French fur, SPRUNG FRÈRES, this cream sheepskin fur overcoat is a contemporary take on a timeless classic. The raw beauty and modernity of this piece is accentuated by its roomy fit and prominent shape. Wear it with casual daytime looks and make a fashion statement that is genuinely envy-inducing.

Described as an "opulent interpretation of the iconic minaudière,” Jimmy Choo’s ‘Cloud’ clutch is a dream come true. Set with a gold-tone brass frame, each of the shimmering Swarovski crystals that adorn its exterior are expertly applied by hand. Topped with delicate 3-D flowers and featuring a lush purple leather interior, it’s the most stylish thing to ever hold your lipstick and cards.

Aquazzura’s ‘Christy’ flats have the new season buzzing. An elegant alternative to pumps, they are perfect for both day and night.

Crafted in Italy, these flawless point-toe flats have a lace up front that ties at the ankle, and offer maximum comfort.

Pair with anything from denim to party dresses for instant glam.

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The pinnacle of refined island living: brand new Caribbean homes, each with 6,000-square feet of indoor and outdoor space. $1.2 million USD each. Start generating rental income right away.

The Caribbean island of Isla Mujeres is a blank canvas when it comes to real estate investment potential. Isla Mujeres offers visitors a chance to experience the luxury of a Caribbean island paradise located only minutes away from bustling Cancun. Breathtaking views and white sand beaches draw people in but they stay for the laid back island atmosphere and small town feel. On Isla Mujeres everyone knows your name and how you like your margarita, and that is what has made it one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the Riviera Maya. Enjoy the colour and customs of the island, then head back to your luxurious modern home.

RETURN ON INVESTMENT:

• ASSET GROWTH. Isla Mujeres is growing rapidly in popularity. More tourists are coming here, from places like the U.S., Canada, Europe, Central America and elsewhere in Mexico. With growing popularity comes more overall interest in buying here, more development, more government investment in infrastructure. And there is only limited ocean front property to build on! As opportunities to build and own by the water becomes more scarce, the value of your property goes up • OPERATING INCOME. Let us help you put together a program that maximizes rental income potential so your dream vacation home pays for itself • LIFESTYLE BENEFITS. One of most picturesque, serene islands in the Caribbean (with a beach voted one of the best in the Caribbean!)

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ISLA 33 TWO-BEDROOM SUITE, 3101 – THE LAST ONE IN THE PROJECT! GRAB IT BEFORE IT GOES!

The window of opportunity to buy into Isla33, the new luxury condominium resort complex steps from the Caribbean Ocean, on Isla Mujeres, in the Riviera Maya, is fast THESE LUXURIOUS PENTHOUSES closing.

FEATURE: Suite 3101 is the last two-bedroom • Private rooftop with swimming pool, Jacuzzi, restaurant-style barbecue and suite available. Priced to sell: grill, outdoor shower, and entertainment $399,000 USD. This spacious 1,600 square foot suite is on the ground area • Four bedrooms, including a master level of the final tower in Isla33, bedroom retreat with impressively located on the tranquil south end large windows looking out onto the Caribbean, and a breezy, walk-out deck of the island, with construction now nearing completion. Walk out onto • Massive open living area leading out your private Caribbean front patio, onto the same expansive deck and outdoor dining area or enjoy the barbecue on your • Six bathrooms, including spacious, spacious 300-square foot deck master ensuite with jacuzzi tub, overlooking the beautiful little separate shower with rainfall shower community park at the back of the head, and private water closet suite. Start generating rental income • Media room – 60-inch high definition TV, Blu-ray/DVD player, and stereo right away! surround sound • Gorgeous, open gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line, stainless steel appliances • Ample storage • Hurricane resistant windows • Underground parking – the only of its kind on the island • High speed elevator access • Concierge services • On-site restaurant and lounge • Rental income program available

FEATURES: • Master bedroom features large windows looking out onto the ocean, with master ensuite with jacuzzi tub, separate shower with rainfall shower head, and private water closet • Gorgeous, open gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line, stainless steel appliances • High end finishes and luxurious touches that make this property unique • Spacious open floor plan • Ample storage • Hurricane resistant windows • Underground parking – the only of its kind on the island • High-speed elevator access • On-site concierge service, gourmet restaurant, lounge and exercise facilities • Rental income program available.

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DREAMSCAPE TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRST EXPERIENCES SOURCING WOOD IN INDONESIA? WHAT WAS THE APPEAL? We are always in search of new and different types of woods to introduce to our customers.

Our curiosity and creativity push us towards this end. What drew us to Indonesia was the raw beauty of its natural resources. The potential of creating original pieces out of these raw organic materials was a wonderful challenge. We worked diligently to shape different types of woods from their purest form. And we accomplished this using our design standards. Our success in creating one-of-a kind collections, which met our design requirements, is due to our willingness to experiment, our patience and our diligence.

Indonesia used to be known for creating teak wood furniture that was used for outdoor purposes – teak wood has a high water resistance.

We used our knowledge and our experience to create indoor-use furniture out of not only teak wood but suar wood as well. Our understanding also led us to introduce a new type of Indonesian rosewood into our collection. It didn’t take us long to figure out that the only thing that this high density, hardwood requires in regards to finishing was high grade sanding.

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ARTEMANO’S SHIMON FINKELSTEIN TALKS ABOUT HIS PASSION FOR INDONESIA, ONE OF THE POPULAR PLACES HE AND HIS BUSINESS PARTNER EYAL SHOAM GO FOR UNIQUE WOOD USED FOR ARTEMANO’S SIGNATURE FURNITURE PIECES B Y J A M I E D E VA N E

WHERE DO YOU GO THERE IN PARTICULAR? 17,000 islands make up the whole of Indonesia.

We mostly work with suppliers and local artisans that are in Java, Indonesia’s biggest island. There we usually travel to Jogja, Jakarta and Solo.

HOW OFTEN DO YOU GO THERE COMPARED TO OTHER COUNTRIES? It’s always a thrill to travel to Indonesia, which we do about twice a year. It’s wonderful to find ourselves at the source of where our products originate. We love being in the company of the people we work with there and to continuously nourish and foster our relationship with them.

They provide us with the constant opportunity of discovery and learning, and vice versa.

WHAT IS THE FEEDBACK FROM CLIENTELE ABOUT PIECES CREATED FROM WOOD FROM INDONESIA? Our clients love to learn that our recycled wood collections are handcrafted out of wood that once was used as either a fishing boat, a home or part of a railway system. For example, it’s refreshing for our customers when they find out that we source wood from the fishing village of Chipara. That instead of allowing old boats to rot away, we are repurposing them into unique items. They just love to bring home a piece that was something else in its past life. These pieces are ingrained with life, they contain rich slices of personal human history and help our customers create their own special personal escape. With our Indonesian furniture, customers have the

opportunity to inject a little mystery and magic into their homes.

WHERE IS THE LUXURY IN ARTEMANO PIECES MADE FROM WOOD FROM INDONESIA? As with all of the other countries that we work with, we meticulously follow the sourcing and furniture creation process in Indonesia from start to finish. For example, we oversee the drying of wood that is taken from the old fishing boats, its slicing and the design of the finished product.

Culture in certain parts of Indonesia dictates that a third generation living in the same home must

sell it to build a new one. By sourcing wood from old uninhabited, homes we salvage flooring, roofs and pillars. Each piece of raw material, every plank and piece of wood from these homes, is measured and coded. Nothing goes to waste.

We then create pieces that are unique and carry their own personal story. You will never find two items made of recycled wood that will be exactly the same. Our product is authentic, rich in origins and unlike any other. Our customers love and

appreciate our use of recycled woods to handcraft our collections. For them this isn’t only an indication that we are eco-friendly, but also a luxury.

TELL US ABOUT THE DIFFERENCE IN QUALITY? Our products, no matter the country we source them in, are always of the highest quality. What’s interesting about Indonesia is our collaborations with small, independent and local artists.

We recently developed an exclusive capsule collection with Barata Sena, an Indonesian wood sculptor. He has sculpted standalone

pieces that extend past being “just furniture”.

These are works of art. Every single piece is original and different. This special collection adds another layer to our brand and more depth to our creativity. Overall, every single Artemano piece is produced with the highest attention to creativity and quality. They are the building blocks of our original in-store ambiances, which inspire our clients and have them creating their X very own enchanting escapes at home. ●

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ou can probably gauge a girl about town’s age (or a gent’s for that matter) by quizzing them about the hotel bars and lobbies in which they misspent their youth. There are certain hotels which seem tied to a particular moment in time and for many a Tinseltown try-hard, The Standard in West Hollywood will forever be stuck in the early Noughties. Back then, jobbing showbiz hacks marooned out in L.A, when not trudging the red carpet, could often be found there, swinging aimlessly in one of their transparent, Perspex hanging chairs – a clichéd Cosmopolitan in one hand and an oversized mobile phone in the other.

The Standard is a curious place. Staffed entirely by gorgeous but out of work screen wannabes, it’s all white, cold, glassy, straight lines and gleaming surfaces. But if you’ve ever been there you’ll know that its stand out design feature is

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the girl in the box. Not a drawing of a girl in a box, or a sculpture of a girl in a box, but an actual living, breathing, human girl in a box. She reclines in a rather bored fashion, just behind the staff tip-tapping away on reception. Word has it that the girl changes regularly and she’s allowed out for good behaviour and toilet breaks.

The point is, that for all the time these guests spent at the Standard, it was never one of those joints that visitors wanted to take home with them. You know the places: that gorgeous little chateau you stayed at for a few nights in Bordeaux which was all carelessly but artfully sourced brocante and vintage glass that looked like it was handed down from Great Tante Delphine and instilled in you a sudden urge to traipse around every flea market you came across for the next six months. A great hotel gives you two things: the opportunity to escape from

HOW ICONIC HOTEL INTERIORS CAN INFLUENCE OUR HOME DÉCOR CHOICES B Y VA N E S S A L A N G F O R D

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the humdrum and mundane, plus an urge to return home and somehow recreate a little bit of that slickness, that style, that sense of divine order in your own habitat.

The antithesis of the Standard’s cool mininimalism can be found at hotel supremo Ian Schrager’s Paramount Hotel in New York.

Shrager has since sold the establishment, although has just signed a mega-deal with Marriot International to act as a creative consultant for his new uber EDITION hotels. Shrager is often credited with coining the very concept of the boutique hotel. The Paramount was just as slick as the Standard, just as aspirational, but it was the inspired one-off design features which made the lasting impression such a different one.

Rooms in New York are often famously titchy but instead of shying away from the small space, Shrager chose to dominate his rooms with

enormous, oversized, arty headboards, so they literally took up an entire wall. One memorable room has a blown up image of Vermeer’s famous work The Lacemaker. Schrager did once say he wanted his hotel rooms to look like paintings; a mission he succeeded in.

Globally recognised interior designer Kelly Hoppen knows a thing or two about making personal spaces amazing. There aren’t many interior designers which you can truthfully say are household names, but Kelly is one of the handful. Her trademark style radiates calm, order and super-tasteful chic. You don’t get to be on Debrett’s 500 most influential people by leaving dirty dishes by the sink and mismatched towels dangling on the radiator, after all.

And the good news is that Kelly believes it’s simple to recreate those much sought after looks right under your own roof.

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“Accessories and luxurious finishing touches don’t have to come at an extravagant cost,” she says. “I have often worked with clients that have taken inspiration from a hotel they have stayed in for their own bedrooms or reception areas.

So it’s very common and certainly do-able.

I specifically work with Gervasoni on a furniture collection that is made wholesale for hotels but is also available to the everyday consumer so they can bring that high end feel to their homes.

Luxury isn’t just for holidays or business anymore, it is for everyday life in your own home and with today’s market this can be easily achieved.”

Kelly is so passionate about creating a top notch experience wherever she might happen to lay her head she has even created her own range for hotels.

“I myself used to notice the harsh fabrics that hotels would use in the room which is why I teamed up with fabric specialist Richloom.

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I wanted people to get a soft and comfy bed at the end of a busy day, so I created a range which was in line with hotel standards. It’s more about the inviting touches nowadays than it has ever been, the scented candles, the thread count on the bed linen.”

And when she does get the chance to kick back, where does she choose to spend her time...?

“I absolutely love to travel and always remember when I stay in a great hotel – in the last 40 years I have stayed in a few! La Scanlinatella in Capri is definitely one of my favourites. There is nothing fancy about the design – all blue and white tiles and virtually no furniture but the views are incredible. Lux Belle in Mauritius is one of my homes away from home. It does help that I designed the interiors, however the space and the surroundings are just the epitome of luxury and you can ensure you leave feeling totally rejuvenated and relaxed. Finally, the Puli in Shanghai is just my idea of heaven.”

Style and Brand expert Nick Ede is another of those lucky souls who spends his life travelling the world for work and gets his pick of gorgeous hotels to hang out in. For his money, his favourite hotel of all time is the The Grande Hotel Du Cap on the Cote’D Azur.

“It’s quite simply the most beautiful hotel I have stayed in. The rooms are traditional with a modern twist and just stunning. Nothing has been forgotten and the reception areas are simply sublime in their colour and style. The flowers and lighting are perfect for such a romantic hotel. They also have added some modern suites which have their own plunge pools and stunning modern interiors. In terms of modernity I’d say ME hotel in central London

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is a fantastic piece of architecture –its quite cold but the central atrium is so impressive and the rooms are all sleek white minimalist and have interesting angles that make it one of the best hotels from a design point of view.”

And as for that all elusive quest to try to transform your own pad into a slick, luxury suite, Nick says his best advice is to study detail, to keep the bigger picture firmly in one’s mind and to figure out how you can really make your home

work for you and the people you share it with.

“It’s key to really take the whole room into consideration and place furniture in a functional way. Then you need to work on making every corner a feast for the eyes. Light colours with hints of natural wood or bright colour create strong visual stories which are perfect. If its hotel bedding you lust after, get in touch with a hotel wholesaler and ask them if you can buy their bedding – you usually can and its great value and

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you’ll feel like you’ve woken up at the George V every day of the week!”

He finishes by giving a few tips as to what’s piping hot right now. “Current key trends in hotel interiors are neo classical styles with a modern twist. Key items that draw the eye to a central focus point are a clever way to make a style statement.”

In the ever competitive world of the hotel game it seems it’s not just enough for hotels to collect their kudos by crowing about their architect’s accoutrements – the real cool kids are seeking out a little help from the art world too.

The hyper-hip Side Hotel in Hamburg is collaboration between the Italian interior designer Matteo Thun and the celebrated performance and installation artist, Robert Wilson.

Together they have created magic by transforming a dreary block in the centre of Hamburg's posh shopping district into a chic hideaway. Wilson is famed for his art work with

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lighting and nowhere is this more evident throughout the hotel than in the hotel’s atrium where he has created a 100ft glass atrium that splits the hotel in two, flooding the reception area with contrasting shades of blue and orange.

Clever use of open space takes the edge off the severity of the hotel's design, and gives Side a tranquillity that is often lacking in hip hotels.

No one is suggesting that enormous atriums are the way forward in your own home, (although that sure is one way to go if you are keen to make an impact on the neighbours...) but by borrowing Wilson and Thun’s clever use of two colours that shouldn’t work but somehow do, you too can make a memorable style statement.

Play around with swatches of fabric, go crazy with the Osborne and Little tester paint pots and try to remember the only rules are the ones you impose upon yourself. Sometimes combinations can be so wrong they’re right. Plus chances are, if you like it and have confidence in your choices, then others are going to like it too.

As well as taking realistic inspiration from these chic residences, it’s also fun to consider the world’s most OTT hotel décor. It’s tricky to recreate at home but the super luxury Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai, does exactly what it says on the tin and has suites underwater – completely, actually under the sea. For a modest fortune, the suites have floor to ceiling windows and you can while away your time staring at the ocean blue and perhaps seeing your supper saunter past the window. Our experts were stumped as how to recreate the Atlantis aesthetic at home, but a job lot of aquamarine paint and a gigantic

aquarium would be a start, at least.

If all else fails and you find yourself struggling to bring that dapper hotel style direct to your own door, then you could always take a leaf out of many a celebrity’s book and decide not to try to emulate a hotel but to simply live in one. Lady Thatcher famously made the Ritz her final

home, Coco Chanel lived at the Paris Ritz for 30 years and movie bad boy Richard Harris whooped it up at the Savoy. When he was finally carried out on a stretcher in 2002 he is said to have quipped “It was the food”. I bet he was never one to worry about the Egyptian thread X count. ●

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A WRISTWATCH SPEAKS VOLUMES ABOUT ITS WEARER; A SUBTLE ACCESSORY THAT BECOMES AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE WEARER’S IDENTITY

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ith hundreds of years of history behind each iconic brand’s signature timepiece, there is an ethos and style to complement every individual.

Whether it is for technological, sartorial, or philanthropic reasons, a host of world-renowned celebrities have become brand ambassadors to sport their favourite timepieces.

Being a ‘friend of the brand’ can instantly elevate a star into a fashion icon and the red carpet spotlight exposes luxury new to the world, in turn massively heightening exposure and publicity.

Here, we look at celebrated actors who have sided with different brands and tell us what these partnerships mean to them.

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GREATNESS

Q: TAG HEUER WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1860 AND YOU’VE BEEN WITH THE TEAM SINCE 2012. ARE WE LOOKING AT LONGEVITY? A: I have been a fan of the TAG Heuer brand for many years. The Link Lady watch is wonderful – so beautiful, yet with a bit of edge to it as well. That’s not an easy combination to pull off. But upon seeing the design it just seemed to resonate glamour and elegance and strength. That’s pretty cool!

Q: CAN A WATCH SPEAK VOLUMES ABOUT THE PERSON WHO WEARS IT? A: Well I think the Link Lady is for the confident, elegant, modern woman who sees her watch as a piece of her favourite jewellery.

Q: I’VE HEARD YOU DON’T LIKE THE SUGGESTION IT’S JUST A SMALLER VERSION OF A MAN’S WATCH? A: Well it’s true to the TAG Heuer line, but distinctly feminine at the same time. There are as many variations on the women’s watches as there are types of women.

I consider mine one of my favourite pieces of jewellery, much more than just a timepiece.

LEO DICAPRIO

Q: TELL US ABOUT YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH TAG HEUER? A: Coming together with TAG Heuer was important for me on a couple of levels. It was a brand I really believed in, and one that, in my mind, has always been synonymous with precision, quality and attention to detail. I wouldn’t say I was a perfectionist in every aspect of my life, but I think we all strive to be that little bit more polished, so it was a nice link to make!

Q: HOW DOES THAT WORK? A: Well we came together to design limited editions of the TAG Heuer Aquaracer 500M – again, that was something I was so proud of. That kick-started other green initiatives and really moved forward the philanthropic standing of TAG. It has been hard work at times, but it goes to show that any corporation in any industry can reassess, refine and make an impact. It just has to want to do that.

Q: HOW DID TAG ACHIEVE THAT? A: Everything from improving inefficient lighting systems to reducing wastage on steel. That’s why it has been such an exciting project, because it was always about more than designing a watch.

Q: BUT THE WATCH IS A STANDOUT PART IN THE PROCESS? A: Absolutely. I love the contrast the steel offers, both to the rubber of the strap and the brilliant blue colouring. It’s a wristwatch than can be versatile depending on what you’re wearing... dressed up or down.

Q: YOU’VE WORN A NUMBER OF DIFFERENT WRISTWATCHES OVER THE YEARS IN FILMS – THE TAG HEUER CARRERA CALIBRE, A BREITLING AVENGER CHRONO, AND MANY MORE BESIDES. DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE? A: My favourite is always the one I have on!

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ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER Q: TELL US ABOUT THE VARIETY OF WRISTWATCHES YOU’VE SPORTED OVER THE YEARS. A: Well, there have been so many, but the one that I always come back to is the Seiko Arnie H558.

I think I wore this in seven different movies. It’s a very sporty watch, hard-wearing, and that was really reflective of the movies I was doing at the time back then. It was a great combination. But I’ve always liked vintage watches as well, because they’ve been big watches.

Q: WHAT IS IT YOU LIKE ABOUT A WRISTWATCH? A: The size, the magnitude, the big stuff! I don’t like small watches; I want something that really makes a statement. I also like the fact you use different watches for different occasions. I like the way I can choose a different watch for a different setting.

Q: YOUR WATCH DRAWER HAS COURTED PUBLICITY IN THE PAST...

A: Sure, watches are there to be worn. I choose a watch, put it on, get on with my day. I don’t like all that watch winder stuff – it’s so unnecessary. So I don’t show off my watches... I don’t want to do that; I just want to enjoy them.

Q: YOU’VE WORN SO MANY DIFFERENT BRANDS OF WRISTWATCH OVER THE YEARS IN YOUR MOVIES. DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE? A: I don’t think so. I think different watches suit different movies and different eras. I used to wear a lot of Seikos, for instance, but sometimes when you switch to a certain manufacturer, you get the feeling you have found the one that is right for you. The Panerai, the Audemars Piquet... they were good moments!

The Piquet, especially.

Q: YOU’VE SAID IN THE PAST THAT KIDS AREN’T OBSESSED ABOUT WRISTWATCHES LIKE YOU MAYBE WERE IN YOUR YOUTH? A: That’s true – there are so many other things to occupy them... their computers, their phones. I think it’s a passion you only really pick up in later life anyway.

HENRY CAVILL

Q: TELL US ABOUT THE OMEGA RELATIONSHIP. A: I love Omega watches. I think a wristwatch needs to match who you are, how you feel and how you dress. If I was a pop star I might have chosen a different watch, but Omega produces beautifully crafted watches that are exactly right for what I wear and how I carry myself.

Q: YOU WORE THE OMEGA DE VILLE HOUR VISION WRISTWATCH FOR THE LONDON PREMIERE OF MAN OF STEEL, RIGHT? A: Yes, it has that beautiful solidity and style, yet it’s a delicate thing as well.

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Q: A BIT LIKE SUPERMAN? A: I guess!

Q: WOULD YOU EVER WEAR AN EXPENSIVE WATCH ON SET? A: It depends on the role. I like the versatility of a number of wristwatches – they can adapt to what you’re wearing and the situation you find yourself in. It’s very clever. But whether I’d want to risk one on set is something else!

UMA THURMAN Q: OKAY, SO TELL US ABOUT YOUR DECISION TO PUT YOUR NAME TO SOME FANTASTIC WRISTWATCH BRANDS OVER THE YEARS, PARTICULARLY TAG HEUER. A: Well there is this whole accessory thing going on when it comes to fashion, and it’s really important, particularly for women. Putting my name to a brand of wristwatch was really expressing the ultimate accessory, because a good watch says so much about style and appearance and, indeed, your personality.

Q: WHICH OF THOSE WATCHES STOOD OUT FOR YOU? A: I think the Diamond Fiction watch was an incredible piece of design – a watch and an item of jewellery. I’d never seen anything like it, and it’s with that kind of innovation that a really clever design is taken forward. A beautiful piece of art. Wristwatches have a base in tradition, but that doesn’t mean ideas can’t be taken forward – modern ideas.

Q: WITH THAT IN MIND, YOU WERE BRAVE ENOUGH TO WEAR A MEN’S WATCH FOR THAT

VOGUE PHOTO SHOOT – THE ROLEX DATEJUST. WAS THAT A STATEMENT YOU WERE INTENDING TO MAKE? That was an interesting shoot, and good fun. I’m not one of those people who would want to go so deep as to start talking about subverting stereotypes. For me it’s just about what enables you to look good.

The fact is, women can be beautiful and attractive at any age and wearing most things! I think you are responsible for casting your own aura and drawing people to you – or not, depending on your state of mind.

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Q: YOU’VE BEEN A ‘FRIEND OF THE BRAND’ FOR IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN FOR SOME TIME NOW. SHOULD WE ASSUME THE PILOT’S WATCH IS YOUR PREFERRED TIMEPIECE? A: Yes, it is! I do like the big Pilot’s Watch. It’s beautiful and simple.

The face reminds me of an instrument in the cockpit of an aircraft. It’s crafted with practicality as well as style. For instance, it has a beautiful big knob on the side because pilots had to wear leather gloves, so you could change the time as you were flying along. It’s a lovely watch and it carries with it appearance and practicality.

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Q: ANY OTHERS? A: I like the Miramar watches very much as they look like the real deal – the kind of green canvas strap – and they’re beautiful. The Double Chronograph is similar but has more toys on it!

Q: ARE YOU A ONE-BRAND MAN WHEN IT COMES TO WRISTWATCHES? A: No, I’ve had a few different watches over the years. I think you get a feel for what you like quite quickly, but I don’t think you’ll ever just settle on one wristwatch, and nor should you. I’ve had four or five Panerai watches over the years – a 196, 187, 177T and more. I used to buy them in Scotland but am obviously not there as much now, and of course your taste changes as the years go by.

Q: HOW DOES A GOOD WRISTWATCH MAKE YOU FEEL? A: I guess it makes you feel complete. You want to show it off but at the same time there’s nothing worse than someone flaunting a timepiece in your face. But it’s the weight of the object that offers that sense of power and security.

Q: IS THERE ANY RIVALRY BETWEEN FILM STARS IN TERMS OF WHAT WRISTWATCHES ARE BEING WORN? A: Not to the extent it interrupts our work! Charley Boorman and I wore Bremont watches on our motorbike adventures, and were really impressed with their durability.

They’re made to be tough and almost unbreakable, and certainly stood up to the challenge, particularly where Charley’s driving skills were concerned!

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DATE ONLY WATCHES

PATEK PHILIPPE

The Calatrava is the signature model of Patek Philippe and is the Cadillac of date only watches. This iconic model watch has several versions but here we are speaking of reference 5227. The design is clean, classic, elegant and with a beautifully decorated in-house automatic movement. Looks extremely classy on the wrist at 39mm and white gold case.

Price: $42,900 CAD

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H. MOSER & CIE

H. Moser & Cie do not disappoint when they say “very rare”, and the Venturer Big Date is true to the brand.

This watch makes a classy statement at 41.5mm. The superior craftsmanship is easy to recognize throughout the entire watch. The H. Moser’s patented flash calendar makes date adjustment easy and carefree. The sapphire crystal case back shows off a beautifully decorated manual wind in-house movement with seven days of power reserve. Version shown is in red gold with red gold fume dial.

Price: $29,000 USD

ROLEX

One of the most recognizable watches in the world is a Rolex DateJust. The more modern version is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust II – White Rolesor that sits on the wrist at 41mm. Equipped with the Cyclop lens to magnify the date display for easy reading, the watch is a robust, handsome and iconic addition to any collection. Version shown is in steel and white gold.

Price: $10,450 CAD

AUDEMARS PIGUET

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15400 is the most modern version of the classic Royal Oak. The octagon shape case is sized at 41mm and is a stand out in any crowd. One can view the legendary automatic movement through the sapphire crystal case back.

This watch will always be a winner for many reasons and remains one of the gems in horology.

Price: $23,400 CAD

BLANCPAIN

The Blancpain Villerent Grande Date is a pleasant addition to any wrist.

Perfectly sized at 40mm it will complement your best outfit for that important business meeting. In rose gold, it’s hard to miss but remains elegant. The sapphire crystal case back reveals the automatic movement for the owner’s delight.

Price: $23,400 CAD

GLASHÜTTE ORIGINAL

This retro-modern timepiece, appropriately called the Glashütte Original Sixities Panorama Date, is a stylish addition to any watch collection. Equipped with an automatic in-house movement that can be admired through the sapphire crystal case back.

It sits comfortably on the wrist at 42mm. But the signature panorama date display is the reason it is on this list: easy to read and well designed. Version shown in rose gold.

Price: $20,200 CAD

JAEGERLECOULTRE

The introduction of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second watch has been received well by watch lovers. This handsome watch is sized at 39.6mm and is classic in appearance. The sapphire crystal case back shows the new in-house automatic “true second” movement, which causes the second hand to visually move more like a quartz watch but true to the second. Version shown is in steel.

Price: $10,600 CAD

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ONE THING ABOUT MAYE MUSK: THERE’S NEVER ANY DOWNTIME IN HER LIFE. THE MOTHER OF BILLIONAIRE BUSINESSMAN ELON MUSK IS KNOWN IN LARGE PART FOR HER WORK NATIONALLY AS A MODEL. SHE’S BEEN DOING THAT SINCE THE 1960’S. BUT SHE’S ALSO A WORKING DIETICIAN. MAYE SAT DOWN WITH LUSH LUXURY IN NEW YORK CITY FOR A CHAT AND A PHOTO SHOOT, FEATURING NARS COSMETICS

MAYEFLOWER ALL NARS PRODUCTS FROM THE STEVEN KLEIN COLLECTION. FROM THE NARS STEVEN KLEIN COLLECTION NAILS, HARD TO GET DUAL INTENSITY BLUSH, VENGEFUL DUAL INTENSITY SHADOW; STAG FILM SINGLE EYESHADOW IN MORTAL KOHL LINER IN TRAGIC BLACK MOON AUDACIOUS MASCARA LIPS, A WOMAN'S FACE COLLECTION

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Being in good health is our family’s biggest luxury.

Having my own home is a huge luxury too, to share with my family and friends. When I left South Africa, which had been my home for 40 years, my funds were blocked.

We stayed in a rent-controlled apartment and struggled for many years. Then the luxury was a movie, or a meal at Red Lobster. After many years of hard work, we could afford that luxury. Then many years later I had the luxury of a home.

When it comes to fashion, being able to have Canadian stylist Julia Perry help me with my wardrobe is a luxury.

She has kept me current in fashion for 25 years! In the beginning, on a tiny budget, now a better budget.

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Eating well, staying active but not overactive causing pain, not smoking, avoiding the sun, reading, teaching and learning, working hard and loving it, mixing with happy people, not complaining. The way to look young is to be happy, considerate to others and kind.

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FROM THE NARS STEVEN KLEIN COLLECTION NAILS, HARD TO GET SINGLE EYESHADOW IN STUD DUAL INTENSITY SHADOW, SUBRA KOHL LINER IN X-STATIC LIPS, KILLER SHINE LIPSTICK IN NO SHAME BLUSH, DESPAIR PALETTE

IN TERMS OF STYLE, CAN YOU EXPAND A BIT ON THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN EUROPEANS AND AMERICANS/

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Dressing well is a form of good manners and even though Canadians/ Americans may dress more casually, major cities are now following an international dress code. Sneakers, leather jackets and jeans are part of everyday dress in Toronto, Paris and NYC.

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FROM THE NARS STEVEN KLEIN COLLECTION NAILS, BLACK FIRE SINGLE SHADOW IN NEVER TOO LATE DUAL INTENSITY SHADOW IN BLACKMAIL KILLER SHINE LIPSTICK IN REDEMPTION KILLER SHINE LIPGLOSS IN FAST LIFE

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CAN YOUR DIET PLAY A ROLE IN ANTI-AGING?

Yes! I'm a dietitian. Nutrition is my expertise. I have 2 MSc degrees, one in Dietetics from South Africa, and one in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Toronto. Diet is the main component for anti-aging. At 67, it's hard to keep my weight down to fit a size 6.

My diet has to be excellent most of the time. This is difficult as temptation is everywhere.

I eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, beans, low fat milk and yogurt, and whole grains. I love fish, nuts and meat but don't overdo these foods. My weakness is sweet treats such as chocolates, cookies and desserts. Overeat once and it takes 2 weeks of eating perfectly to prevent weight gain. This is not easy but it's important to stay in good health, have energy and to be able to model long hours, also teach nutrition to schoolkids.

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I was born in Regina, Saskatchewan.

My parents moved our family to South Africa when I was young. We all returned to Canada and some have moved to the USA. When my mom was alive, I flew to Calgary every six times for a week.

Recently I moved to Los Angeles now as seven of my 10 grandchildren live there. I fly to Canada for modeling work – Montreal for Elle Quebec, Toronto for Fashion magazine and Zoomer magazine.

To visit family, I fly to Calgary. My Canadian family and friends are very excited to follow me on Instagram. I see them when I visit.

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TRAVEL DESTINATIONS FOR THE RICH & FAMOUS

WHILE HEADING TO A SALUBRIOUS AND ECLECTIC MIX OF HIDEAWAYS OVERSEAS IS THE AIM FOR MOST A-LISTERS, A GOOD NUMBER OF OTHERS PREFER TO GO OFF THE BEATEN TRACK

BY FRANK GRICE

HERE ARE FOUR WELL-KNOWN FACES REVEALING THE RATHER MORE UNEXPECTED CORNERS OF THE GLOBE THEY LOVE TO FREQUENT.

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SIR RICHARD BRANSON THE SERIAL ENTREPRENEUR HAS AN ESTIMATED FORTUNE IN THE BILLIONS, WITH HIS MULTI-FACETED BUSINESS EMPIRE TAKING OFF IN 1971 WITH THE LAUNCH OF VIRGIN RECORDS. IT IS A BRAND THAT HAS EXPANDED INTO AIRLINES, FINANCE, MOBILE PHONES AND EVEN CHAUFFEUR-DRIVEN MOTORBIKES.

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y favourite place in the world is Necker Island, which is quite lucky because that is also where I live. It is in the British Virgin Islands, two of which I own. There is nowhere else I would rather live. It was love at first sight. It is the jewel in the crown of the Virgin Islands.

Even though living there feels like I’m on holiday, it’s still good to get away – to explore. I don’t really have the need to go elsewhere, but like everyone passionate about the world we live in, I have the desire.

I’d say Africa is the most incredible place in the world to visit. Never have I been there and not come back in awe of the continent and the culture. Just recently I returned from Madagascar. There is always something new to learn, something else to experience.

When travelling, getting out of your comfort zone is essential. I used to take that to extremes but am a bit calmer these days. Trying to fly around the world in a hot air balloon is something I wouldn’t necessarily recommend. Firstly, you actually see surprisingly little of the world. And secondly, it

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doesn’t get any less frightening the fifth or sixth time you’re pulled out of water by a rescue team!

My favourite place to holiday is definitely Ulusaba in Africa. It is quite similar to Neckar in that it is high up, only high above the jungle rather than the sea. It is a game lodge and it has the most incredible views across Africa. I’ve got a couple

of houses there and go as often as I can. It has everything that you could ever want.

Holidaying, exploring and travelling around the UK remains seriously underrated. There are some great places to visit, some incredible areas of natural beauty and fascinating destinations to sample.

The lure of travel for me is in meeting new people, taking in new cultures, new perspectives on the world, and new experiences – that has to be what it’s all about. For me it’s all about broadening your horizons and discovering different new things. It helps keep your mind active.

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VIGGO MORTENSEN ACTOR RAISED IN VENEZUELA AND ARGENTINA, WHO HAS STARRED IN GI JANE, A PERFECT MURDER AND THE LORD OF THE RINGS.

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rgentina is special. If I can go anywhere in the world, it will be Argentina. It has such diversity – good and bad. It has passion and tradition, yet is fast-moving and catching the rest of the world up quickly. When I explore Argentina I am really exploring again my own childhood, because growing up there was very special.

Living in Buenos Aires was a very special time for me. The life there is so different. It's more intense in many ways, and when I travel I do like an element of chaos and disorder. I like to see life moving around me at great pace. In one way it makes me feel like an adult ... someone who can cope with any situation. But it also reminds me of being a child, and the excitement of reaching out into the world.

My multicultural background has given me an open mind and respect for others. That’s why I find other cultures absolutely absorbing and I want to visit and spend time with as many as possible. Going to Asia, for instance there is such an emphasis on custom. Thailand is incredible for its precision of interaction – the people are so gentle.

I wouldn’t stay in a five-star hotel abroad if there was a lesser option that I felt would enhance my stay.

What’s the point in going to Marrakech and having all the trappings of a weekend in London? You should be in a riad; you should lose yourself in the souks.

I think travel has always been important to me because, as a child, I lived in fantastically different places – Buenos Aires, New York, Copenhagen. It felt completely normal to be on the move all the time. It’s certainly helped my career, because that’s exactly what I do.

Escaping to the mountains of Idaho has always been a passion of mine. I like to go there to clear my mind, to write, and to think. Sometimes I will just sit and think for hours – I find it very replenishing.

I like painting and will sketch places on my travels. Photography plays a big part too in documenting where I’ve been, but I find painting more genuine and reflective.

Shooting in New Zealand for Lord of The Rings was particularly eye-opening. It’s a part of the world that has a prehistoric atmosphere and geography and I felt incredibly blessed to work there and have the chance to explore both the North and South Islands. I got a chance to go trekking by myself around the forests on Stewart Island and a couple of us went wake-boarding on Lake Wanaka. It was a great time, a special time.

I loved working in Vienna with David Cronenberg on A Dangerous Mind. It’s a place that soaks into your subconscious. You feel you are enveloped in the culture of the place, and I really learned a huge amount while I was there.

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JENNIFER ANISTON CALIFORNIAN-BORN ACTRESS WHO SHOT TO FAME IN THE 1990s THROUGH THE SITCOM FRIENDS, AND WHO HAS GONE ON TO STAR IN A NUMBER OF ROMANTIC COMEDIES INCLUDING, OFFICE SPACE, ALONG CAME POLLY, MARLEY & ME, THE BOUNTY HUNTER, HORRIBLE BOSSES AND WE’RE THE MILLERS.

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’ve had some incredible experiences travelling and it’s always meant a lot to me to be free of work ties. But my greatest adventure of breaking free from LA and the whole film thing was, perversely, while on set. It was during the filming of Wanderlust, and was to be where I would meet my future fiancé Justin Theroux.

Filming was in a beautiful, hidden spot outside Clarksville in Georgia by a lake, next to a nudist colony.

It felt like the best adventure experience ever – a story that unfolded between a vast group of us who really ended up sharing a great location passion. And then we all went home... But it was magic.

I’ve always adored the idea of travel. Up until recently I always thought I craved it because it represented a way of breaking free

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from all the attention, the media and the paparazzi. But I think that’s to do it a disservice, actually. I think travel is about general freedom and exploration from oneself, not from others.

I adore the rugged backstreets of Paris. The city has beauty, and elegance, and the people are unique.

But when I was last there I stayed in a typical Paris boutique hotel.

The room was the size of a postage stamp and it felt more like an apartment than a hotel. One day I went away from the main drag of the city and just wandered around.

These were just normal backstreets, but they felt like the most genuine part to me – no pretence, nothing there to lure in the tourists. For me, it’s the quaint, authentic places that are the ones really worth discovering.

My father is Greek. I’ve travelled

to the Greek Islands and I would like to go back more often because it’s so beautiful and heavenly. I lived there for a short amount of time as a child because we had a farm there.

I always remember the people being mysterious and proud, and the architectural just magical, yet understated. I also love Venice.

I still have a long list of places I want to visit, and it’s my aim to get to all of them in the next five years.

Bali and India are top of the list.

There is such mysticism about those places, they’re so spiritual. I’m also making plans to go to Fiji and Thailand. It’s one thing to travel somewhere where the places are unspoilt – I’ve been lucky enough to do that so many times with my filming projects – but when the culture is too, you know it’s somewhere special.

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NAOMI WATTS THE BRITISH-AMERICAN ACTRESS WHO WAS ONCE VOTED BY PEOPLE MAGAZINE AS ONE OF THE 50 MOST BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE IN THE WORLD. HAVING GROWN UP IN WALES, SHE EMIGRATED WITH HER FAMILY TO AUSTRALIA AT THE AGE OF 14, AND NOW SPLITS HER TIME BETWEEN THE US AND UK WITH ROLES IN FILMS SUCH AS MULHOLLAND DRIVE, 21 GRAMS, THE PAINTED VEIL AND THE IMPOSSIBLE.

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The cuisine in Thailand was incredible too – incredible for its traditions as much as it flavours.

You can see why Thai cuisine is something people get addicted to.

There's also something very different about the way the people behave and how they don't think or feel things exactly the same way you do. That leads you to question if you are behaving the ‘right’ way or not. Is there even a ‘right’ way?

It’s very interesting.

When we went to China to film The Painted Veil, the filming location – a place called Huang Yao – had to be found. It was the most untouched place I think I have ever been to – wild, beautiful, intensely pretty, and like going back in time.

I like to close my eyes and wonder what a place would look like one, two, even three centuries beforehand. With Huang Yao, we had that when we opened our eyes. I think all of us felt a sense of duty in

respecting this untouched place when we were there.

I loved Paris as well, for the filming of Le Divorce. We were there for two months and really began to invest in the city. It was a film and a location that was really and genuinely difficult to leave behind. Again, it was the culture that grabbed me – the way people behave. And with Paris, the architecture, the little streets and stairways... they are so inspiring.

It’s the kind of place you feel implored to explore.

Obviously I have travelled around many parts of the U.S. as well through filming. I sometimes don’t think it’s a country that gets the credit it deserves in terms of its diversity. Some places are so unspoilt and untouched, yet the immediacy that we associate with America doesn’t reflect in their beauty – be that the might of the Grand Canyon or the sparseness of the Arizona Desert.

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am so glad that acting has given me the opportunity to explore the world. I don’t think I would ever have sampled some of the intense travel experiences I have were it not for my profession.

We travelled to Thailand in 2012 to film The Impossible. That was really a travel experience so much to do with animals and incredible sights. Because I was going to be filming there for so long, we brought the children with us and let them envelop in the sights and the sounds – riding on elephants, seeing things like leopard cats in the wild, watching spinner dolphins in the water. The nature of Thailand was a mystery to me but, like so many other things connected with Asia, a delight to discover.

We always try to involve our children in travel. I think it’s fantastic for young people to understand the complexities of the world from a young age. And I think you must accept that what they see won’t all be tourist friendly. It’s about growing an appreciation of different cultures, and you’ll never really get that from a textbook.

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FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER EMIN KADI TELLS US ABOUT SHOOTING OBJECTS LIKE CARS FROM A FASHION PERSPECTIVE: NOT NECESSARILY PERFECT, BUT RAW AND UNUSUAL

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Some of the rarest concept cars on earth were designed by Harley Earl for GM in the 1950’s.

Photographer: EMIN Model: JULIANA MARTINS Hair: BILL RESTOV Makeup: BARBARA DEYO Photo Assistant: GAVIN JONES Dress/Top: VINTAGE HEATHERETTE Photographed at GM Warren Tech Center Dome Buick Lesabre 1951 concept car designed by HARLEY EARL

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We were in the desert in Pioche Canyon shooting a fashion spread for a four colour magazine and stumbled upon an abandoned dune buggy and wound up using it as a prop for this image. The environment looked like the moon and inspired a futuristic outcome.

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Leather dress: DIESEL Black and white print bustier: HARMON Striped belt and lucite bracelet: ALEXIS BITTAR Rose-gold tusk chain: KAREN WALKER JEWELLERY. Necklace and ring: WENLAN. Shoes: SONIA RYKIEL

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Photographer: EMIN Model: YASMIN BRUNET @ IMG NYC Hair/makeup: KOJI HIGASHNO Stylist: SARA DUNN Set design: STEVEN NASSIMOS Photo assistant: GAVIN JONES Digital tech: MATT EVANS

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It is a great challenge capturing images of a “super car” in the conditions at the Willow Springs Racetrack in California. Although the wind, dust, and heat were rough, there was something about that environment that also gave the images a different perspective. The car was never meant to be mass produced, more of a future concept car that could become hand built and produced.

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Automobile: Devon Motor Works Photographed at Willow Springs Raceway by EMIN KADI Photo assistant: GAVIN JONES Creative director/Art director: EMIN KADI Equipment and lighting: SCHEIMPFLÜG

ABOUT EMIN: Emin Kadi is a fashion photographer, journalist, art director and magazine publisher. Born in Detroit (first-generation Albanian) he studied architecture then decided to pursue fashion photography, as a result of being influenced by fashion through his previous modeling career.

His work can be seen in both fashion magazines and campaigns including being published in Italian Vogue, Prim, WestEast Magazine, PDN, Dwell, Picture. He has worked with top models in the fashion industry such as Miranda Kerr, Candice Swanepoel, May Anderson, Madeleine Blomberg, Tori Praver, Anna Claudia, Tiiu Kuik, Elyse Taylor, J.P, Nik, Eugenia, Juliana Martins, Yasmin Brunet and Ajuma Nasenyana.

He is the also the founder, creative director, contributing photographer of Clear Magazine.

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ARTON WHEELS CAO FEI AND JOHN BALDESSARI ARE CHOSEN TO CREATE THE NEXT BMW ART CARS

BY MARK KEAST

2016 BMW 750I XDRIVE

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here was no more appropriate place than the Guggenheim Museum in Manhattan to announce the artists behind the BMW Art Car Series this year, or a more appropriate vehicle than the 2016 BMW 750i xDrive to get us there from Toronto.

It’s been 40 years since the program began.

This year, once again, a jury comprised of distinguished museum directors and curator made their selections, and for the first time chose two artists: Chinese artist Cao Fei and American artist John Baldessari, the youngest and the oldest represented in the collection respectively.

Fei and Baldessari will be joining the ranks of renowned artists such as Alexander Calder, Frank Stella, Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg and David Hockney.

Both artists will create a BMW M6 GT3 in the coming year. The newly-designed vehicles will

then be presented in museums in 2017, while also having to prove themselves on the racetrack.

Standing prominently along with 150 guys at the announcement event was French race car driver and art aficionado Hervé Poulain, who launched the collection back in 1975. Poulain collaborated with the then BMW Motorsport Director Jochen Neerpasch, who asked his artist friend Alexander Calder to design a car.

The result was a BMW 3.0 CSL, which in 1975 raced at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Spectators were immediately attracted to it.

“I wanted to combine the beauty, the speed and the art, to link the auto industry and the art world,” Poulain said through a translator at the event, standing next to the original BMW 3.0 CSL. “They were two completely separate worlds.

At Le Mans, we wanted to show through the car that contemporary art was accessible to a larger audience, to show that art was not just for the elite, that everyone could appreciate it. With this year, I am very happy it is a racing car again.

That’s very important. Both of these artists have a very different but very contemporary vision X of art.” ● HERVÉ POULAIN

BMW 750I XDRIVE

• 4.4-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo V-8, 32-valve 445-hp engine. Combines two turbochargers with variable valve control (Double-VANOS and Valvetronic) and high-precision direct injection • 8-speed Sport Automatic transmission with Sport and Manual shift modes, steering wheelmounted paddle shifters and Launch Control • 20-way power Multi-contour front seats; includes articulated upper backrest, 4-way lumbar support, driver- and passenger-seat memory, and adjustable side and thigh support • Black panel center console with brushed aluminum controls and touch-sensitive controls • Anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 player with Radio Data System (RDS) • 3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel with controls for audio system, cruise control, and Bluetooth® wireless communication for hands-free mobile phone • iDrive 5.0 system with touch screen, touchpad Controller and 7 programmable memory buttons BMW 3.0 CSL, FROM 1975

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