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Phantom Scintilla: A Muse Reborn
Often we never really understand the true resonance and impact of the decisions we make until we have a great enough scope to review them in posterity. This could be said for sculptor Charles Sykes’ decision to employ Eleanor Thorton, Lord Montagu’s secretary, paramour and alleged muse for the now world-famous Spirit of Ecstasy. In…
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Fragrance — Summer ’24
It’s summer time, that time of year where clouds are your friend, offering you temporary respite when the sun is at peak potency. Here are a selection of scents to keep you—and your home—adequately fragranced, regardless of cloud cover. No.4 Bois de Balincourt by Maison Louis Marie “Inspired by co-founder Marie’s family home called Balincourt,…
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Flying High — A Glamorous Menu
One thing I distinctly remember from childhood was having a very glamorous perception of air travel. It’s not that I hadn’t travelled much either, the combination of my father’s job and my parents’ determination to keep us—me and my siblings—connected to our Ghanaian roots ensuring that we were often air bound. No, this idea of…
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The Naran Hyper–Coupé
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a host of new automotive brands birthed, each leveraging the democratisation of creation given by ready-made electric powertrains. This alternative path to automotive creation is no less noble than traditional methods, but focuses more on features and design aspects, the drive itself largely taken care of by the…
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Renais Gin Edition Anniversaire — Alex Watson Interview
In an age where flippancy reigns supreme, legacy has even more value. By legacy I’m referring to the lasting value; the creation of something that exists beyond that of your personal story, all the while paying tribute to that which preceded it. Such is the case with Renais, a gin where the legacy of family—and…
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Drinks of Note — Summer ’24
The change in weather signals a change in sentiment; an optimistic outlook on what is set to be a great Summer. Here are some choice drinks to enjoy this season. Mercer + Prince by A$AP ROCKY “Born at the intersection of Art & Culture, Mercer + Prince is twice distilled and aged for a minimum…
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Lucky Liquid — Prestige Tequila revisted
Truth be told, when ageing a spirit using untried parameters over an extended period of time, there are no guarantees that the outcome will be anything close to what you desire. It’s a risky business indeed, especially when the liquid in question is Avión 100% agave extra añejo tequila. This spirit is naturally vibrant, with…
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Rolls-Royce Cars celebrate London Craft Week
It seems that we are entering an age where the excitement of harnessing digital technology to create is at an all time high. The triumvirate of AI, faster processing times and near instant data-transfer have led to an abundance of abstract “creative” use cases being proposed; speed has begun to supersede quality. That’s why on…
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Fragrance — Spring ’24
The renewal of hope, Spring is nature’s reminder that things are growing. Peruse our garden of scents below and choose your flower. Dirty Rice by BORNTOSTANDOUT “This unconventional, powdery scent has nudges of spice, nested in aromatic basmati rice.” ☟ KEY NOTES Milk Accord, Peony, Rice & Musk SHOP NOW …
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Folgore by Maserati
For many the arrival of electrification was initially seen as a potential recession into the soulless age of automotive. However time is a healer, and as innovation ramps up and performance improves, we’re seeing an increasing fondness and—dare I say it—excitement for what the future holds. To none more does this apply than to the…
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The Aberturret Estate House
It recently occurred to me that the darker the alcoholic beverage, the deeper the conversation that takes place while consuming it. Champagne is a drink for celebratory occasions, while vodka & gin are the backdrop to lighthearted gaiety, jokes and storytelling—lager is similarly aligned. But as you approach red wine, more serious conversations start to…
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Drinks of Note — Spring ’24
A tad opulent I must admit, but nonetheless a selection befitting of the mood—and the season—of Spring. Drinks to be discovered as well as enjoyed. Aberturret Gin “The Glenturret Single Malt New Make Spirit is enhanced in richness and complexity with 14 selected botanicals and housed in a Lalique designed bottle. An elegant London Dry…
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Founder Interview — Sheep Inc, Pioneering the Future with Regenerative Wool
In the unrelenting world of fashion, the art is as much product as the garment, with statement pieces making even more frequent appearances than the rain does in Manchester. However, of late the conversation has been changing with—rain in Manchester aside—drastic climate change bringing a renewed urgency to change our habits. Afterall, while fashion is…
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Valentine’s Gifting — 2024
The task is not to find a gift you think has meaning, but a gift that helps someone realise their meaning to you. Below are some gifting suggestions, peruse and enjoy. Good timing G-SHOCK Ref. 5600 by Ben Clymer “A tribute to the Hodinkee community by none other than Ben Clymer—the guy who started…
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