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La French Touch by Martell
The “French Touch” was a music movement that captured a generation of music lovers worldwide and whose legacy lives on through the very names of the top DJs that created the iconic sound. It was December 1991 when a young man from Versailles named Etienne de Crécy would attend a Parisien rave that would set…
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The new digital dunhill Home
The increasing demand of instant information and the global nature of the market place has meant that a brand’s digital space is now more important than ever. This is something not lost on British luxury menswear brand dunhill London, as they have recently unveiled their new digital home. Not just an augmentation of previous ecommerce…
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The 570GT by McLaren Automotive
McLaren have long been known for their dynamic, high performance cars that have ‘wowed’ professionals and enthusiasts alike on the track. But while this new breed of McLaren road cars share the same design characteristics and have inherited the technological performance aspects of their forefathers, they represent a new dimension for the McLaren brand –…
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Smoke + Mirrors by L’OBJET
Inspired by the timeless allure of games, magic and mystery, the collection debuted at the January 2016 Maison & Objet. A mélange of fine textures and finishes, L’OBJET have unveiled its latest collection, Smoke + Mirrors. The new pieces express a more playful side of L’OBJET, using a variety of materials in unexpected combinations. Featuring…
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The Moët Academy
This year Moët & Chandon is once again bringing the heart of Champagne to central London. Taking place at the Condé Nast College in Soho, the Moët Academy will take guests through a virtual reality tour of the iconic vineyards and guide them through an immersive experience from grape to glass. Hosted by wine experts…
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Community Clothing by Patrick Grant
Across all mediums of business, models are changing and the knock-on effect is multiple, impacting traditional methods of production. With a particular focus on the Fashion industry, Patrick Grant (Award winning designer and Creative Director of E.Tautz [1. Patrick Grant won the British Fashion Council’s Menswear Designer of the Year award in December 2010 for…
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Fabric + Leather by Troubadour
Fusing the combination of two efficient materials, London based accessories brand Troubadour have elevated their offerings with the launch of their Fabric + Leather collection. Reflecting the idea of functionality and stylistic endeavor their efforts are notable additions. There is a real, welcome challenge in designing compelling products that will stand the test of time.…
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Pace by Jaguar
To translate the characteristics of a car into an aroma can, on the surface, offer a challenge. Yet Jaguar Pace encapsulates not only the visual elements of the Jaguar F-Pace itself but also its emotional intention. Housed within a blue and grey bold casing Pace benefits from a contrasting visual persona. Emblazoned on the front…
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House of Hackney x William Morris SS16
Luxury British lifestyle brand House of Hackney is renowned for their ostentatious prints, and for the Spring Summer 2016 collection, they have returned for a second collaboration with William Morris. Asked by Wiliam Morris Gallery to reimagine his works for a new generation, House of Hackney founders Frieda and Javvy chose key prints from the…
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Limited Edition Mud Mask by Jeep
The idea of a car brand launching a ‘mud mask’ – especially one of the ilk of Jeep – is pretty much unthinkable. I mean, next they’ll be telling us that Leicester City can win the Premier League. Think ‘mud mask’ and what comes to mind in a luxurious skincare treatment in delicate packaging, but…
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Blu Mediterraneo Cedro di Taormina by Acqua Di Parma
The best way to understand the latest scent from the Acqua di Parma house – apart from smelling it of course – is to understand where it’s from, Taormina. If you have seen Michelangelo Antonioni’s masterpiece “L’Avventura”; Luc Besson’s “The Big Blue” or more recently Francis Ford Coppola’s “The Godfather Part III” or Woody Allen’s…
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OPHIR by Blackbird
Launched in 2004 with a Seattle based store, Blackbird is an award winning menswear brand – and they have always had a keen eye on Apothecary. From the early incarnations of their e-store, they hosted a curation of unconventional fragrance and grooming products alongside their American-made denim, and full apparel assortment. In recent times Blackbird have…
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Belstaff presents ‘Worship the ground’
Capturing the adventurer in all of us, Belstaff’s recent campaign entitled ‘Worship the ground’ is a visual reference of all the ideals within the brand. Through the lens of esteemed photographer Rankin the campaign captures two spirited individuals. One of whom is Sir Ranulph Fiennes – who’s achievements are beyond that of most. He was…
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World Fashion Week Round up AW ’16
The lines can often be blurred when it comes to catwalk and real world ensembles. With the former displaying a somewhat extravagant view for even the most conservative of houses. This season however the tables turned slightly as many brands sought to display a clear brand message and fuse both commercial well being with forward…
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MB&F Sherman Robot Clock
Just because you can make something doesn’t mean you should – but it doesn’t necessarily mean that you shouldn’t either. That is certainly the case with this latest carnation of the MB&F Robot clock. Called Sherman, the robot clock serves no further purpose than to tell the time and be… well, aesthetically pleasing, romantically captivating…
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LALIQUE x STEINWAY & SONS: The Masque de Femme Piano
Having launched the Heliconia piano at the end of last year, Lalique and Steinway & Sons announce the launch of Masque de Femme; a new piano designed by French crystal maker, Lalique. Following recent collaborations with Zaha Hadid, Damien Hirst and Elton John, Lalique continues its passion for the arts with a quest to build an…
