Damian Hurley was born famous. Even though his mother, Elizabeth Hurley, put her career on hold to look after him, paparazzi would
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The rivalry between three Renaissance titans
Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael: Florence, c. 1504 explores the rivalry between the Renaissance titans Michelangelo and Leonardo and their influence on the young Raphael. In 1504, the three masters briefly coincided in Florence, seeking the attention of the city’s most influential patrons. In this must-see exhibition, the Royal Academy presents more than 40 works, including Michelangelo’s […]
The world’s first zero-emissions villa
Located on the hills of Sotogrande, one of the most sought-after destinations in southern Europe among lovers of golf, polo and luxury life in general, Villa Noon is billed as the world’s first zero-emissions villa. Not only that, Villa Noon also generates its own water… from the sun. Viewed as a ground-breaking achievement in sustainable […]
Elegant fashion inspired by the queens of jazz
From the sultry heat of America’s Deep South come the sounds and style of jazz’s coolest chanteuses, vocalists like Billie Holiday, Susan Vaughan and Peggy Lee whose dreamy voices made them trailblazers of their era. These ladies were pioneers at the peak of their careers in the 1940s and 50s, as the first female singers […]
Breaking all the rules
After witnessing the long queues to the Studio Underd0g stand snaking around the London venue for British Watchmakers’ Day back in March, our Editor-in-Chief Julia Pasarón couldn’t resist finding out more about the man causing the disruption: Richard Benc. Richard ended up in watchmaking more out of chance than passion. With a degree in product design, […]
Lightning smart
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, luxury watch brand Greubel Forsey has launched its very first chronograph, a timepiece that includes the company’s 10th fundamental invention, the Nano Foudroyante EWT (Experimental Watch Technology). Over the past two decades the focus of Greubel Forsey has been on the refinement and progression of the mechanical wristwatch through fundamental […]
A remote paradise in the Indian Ocean
Alphonse Island, a five-star idyl on one of the Seychelles’ most entrancing Outer Islands is possibly the most remote and paradisiac place I’ve ever been to. Situated just south of the equator, Alphonse Island is not just far, but many light-years from the madding crowd. The island has no cars, no TVs and only designated […]
Top seafood from the British Isles in the heart of Covent Garden
The Oystermen is the restaurant in Covent Garden to enjoy the best seafood culinary experience in London in an easy and relaxed environment. Simply decorated with lots of wood, white paint and checkboard tablecloths covered with paper, the place reminds me of my favourite seafood joints in the coast of
The unsung hero of the environment turns 60
Celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species provides a vital service to us all. It is the world’s most far-reaching information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species, watching over them with the care of a doting parent. It
Bigorexia, the reverse form of anorexia plaguing male teenagers
Bigorexia in teenagers is growing at an alarming pace. This form of reverse anorexia is described as the obsession with achieving a bulky and heavily muscled body, often resulting in unhealthy changes in diet, obsessively going to the gym, social isolation and in some cases, taking dangerous steroids which can
Gourmet
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Cristal Rosé turns 50
For the 50th anniversary of Cristal Rosé, Julia Pasarón travelled to the Louis Roederer estate in Champagne to discover the story behind this unique wine and meet the people who have put their hearts and souls into creating this expression of the finest winemaking. Cristal is undoubtedly one of the
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Spectacular Asian cuisine, fabulous cocktails and top skyline views of London
Following an extensive refurbishment, luxury hotel ME London has reopened Radio Rooftop, one of the most fabulous places I’ve visited this summer in London. Radio has it all: cool music, excellent Asian food and cocktails to die for. A lift from a side entrance to the hotel gives guests direct
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A taste of La Dolce Vita
Buzzy, vibrant and with a bit of a 1950s retro vibe, Harry’s Victoria has changed the restaurant landscape around the eponymous London station, bringing a much needed touch of classic Italian glam. At Harry’s Victoria you can choose to dine at its al fresco terrace, a private dining room for
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The finest oysters and Champagne pairings
Oysters are such a popular delicacy that they have earned their own official week. Starting on Monday 5th August for a week, National Oyster Week celebrates these delicious molluscs. Our editor-in-chief brings us here her selection of oysters and champagnes to pair with them. There are many different types of
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The Essential kit to avoid sun damage
Despite all the information out there, it seems suncare remains a major blind spot for Brits. Based on research by La Roche-Posay* published a few weeks ago, I unveil here the most common misunderstandings on the topic and suggest products that will help you avoid sun damage and help your
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Reset your body and mind at the exclusive luxury resort on Lake Lucerne
With its gifted location and state-of-the-art facilities, Bürgenstock Resort is the ideal place for a wellbeing holiday this summer. Here guests enjoy Fresh Alpine air, majestic mountains and peaceful silence, and have the chance to experience specific treatments and packages designed to help you relax, unwind and revitalise. Bürgenstock is
- Lifestyle
The Essential kit to avoid sun damage
Despite of all the information out there, it seems suncare remains a major blind spot for Brits. Based on research by La Roche-Posay*published a few weeks ago, here I unveil the most common misunderstanding on the topic and suggest a list of products that will help you avoid sun damage
Business
- Business
The beautiful mind driving Bovet into the future
The vice president of Bovet, Audrey Raffy, is most definitely a rising star in the watch industry. Her cosmopolitan background, natural intelligence and exceptional qualifications are the tools with which she is taking the company into the future, navigating one of the most competitive sectors in luxury. Audrey has Lebanese
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The making of a master
In a studio-workshop at the bottom of her west London garden is a white jeweller’s workbench that was built for Sabine Roemer by her uncle Werner when she was 15 years old and deeply committed to becoming a jeweller. At this bench, she has created framed animal artworks for Nelson
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Taking Britain for a ride
After meeting at university and becoming best mates, Seb Inglis-Jones and William Stirrup swore that one day they’d run a business together. In 2018, they made good on their promise and became the proud names behind one of the finest examples of British manufacturing: Maeving motorcycles. I meet Inglis-Jones as
Science
- Science
In pursuit of the Northern Lights
Since the beginning of human history, the elusive Northern Lights have inspired artists and puzzled scientists in equal measure. As we reach the peak of a solar cycle in 2024, chances of witnessing the spellbinding spectacle of the Aurora Borealis dramatically increase. In this article, our Editor-in-Chief, Julia Pasarón, explains
- Science
Quantum mechanics
Quantum mechanics (QM) is the study of matter and energy at the microscopic level. QM makes bizarre predictions about how matter works. For example, quantum entanglement occurs when two or more particles become correlated such that measuring the state of one instantaneously affects the state of the other, even if
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A physiotherapist’s view on the importance of good posture
With the rise in desk-based jobs and digital dependence, our posture often falls victim to the demands of the workplace. A sedentary lifestyle, prolonged hours hunched over screens and poor sitting positions have led to a significant increase in back and neck problems among working professionals. As an extended-scope practitioner,
Conservation
- Conservation
The search for the elusive Jacquot, the emerald island’s national bird
A few months ago I went birdwatching to St Lucia in search of the elusive Jacquot, the island’s national bird, and learnt about biodiversity, endangered species and the power of environmental activism. My wife and I are nearing the end of an eight-hour hike up a vertiginous mountain trail. We
- Conservation
A story of peacock spiders, seabirds and koalas
The collective actions of animals over millions of years have shaped the planet’s climate to make it habitable for all. Our addiction to fossil fuels has become a smoke screen for this facet of reality. It’s true that humans are the major cause of climate change. However, the solutions aren’t
- Conservation
Changing the economics of deforestation
In 2019, I visited northern Peru to travel to an area of rainforest that had, at one time, seemed destined to disappear. I was part of a team supporting a successful conservation project in the Amazon, known as the Alto Mayo REDD+ Project, set up in 2008 by Conservation International
Philanthropy
- Philanthropy
Louis Vuitton rewards independent genius
Anyone who knows a little about the time, dedication and passion it takes to become a watchmaker, would understand why Raúl Pagès, winner of the first-ever Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives, was reduced to tears as he approached the stage to receive the coveted prize from Jean Arnault
- Philanthropy
Bulgari and Save The Children celebrate their enduring partnership
With the world so often in turmoil, it’s often the children who are the most vulnerable, and that gives even deeper meaning to the long-running partnership between Bulgari and Save The Children. Since 2009, the time-honored Italian jewelry house has stood side-by-side with the children’s charity, and they have chosen
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Bicester Village and Collagerie Art Shop support local charities
Christmas shopping can be a daunting experience not suitable for the faint-hearted. Aware of how off-putting the idea of wrestling other shoppers for the last must-have item and queueing at tills can be, Bicester Village invites its customers to a very different experience. In collaboration with Collagerie Art Shop –
