Year: 2014

  • Design pick: deckchairs by Jacqueline Hammond

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Jacqueline Hammond What? With such great weather right now, we are revelling in the time to lounge in the sun. That’s why we love the deckchairs designed by Jacqueline Hammond. The one featured above, entitled “Mum’s drive home”, depicts “an atmospheric drive down a winding road from a coastal town in Devon”. There’s something of “anywhere but here” about them and that’s sort of nice, right now. Priced at £99. When? Available now Where? Available online from In-Spaces How? Buy now from www.in-spaces.com

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    Design pick: Kingswood Rose foldaway bag from Cath Kidston

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Cath Kidston What? Planning summer breaks and weekend trips? This Kingswood Rose foldaway bag from Cath Kidston could come in handy. It’s big enough for overnight stay but also compact enough to be folded up into a purse, which it comes with by the way. Perfect for those extra purchases that you didn’t expect. Priced at £40. When? Available now Where? Available online from Cath Kidston How? Buy now from Cath Kidston

  • Glenfiddich launches the Excellence 26 Year Old

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Glenfiddich What? Glenfiddich has recently released the latest expression of their single malt whisky, the Excellence 26 Year Old. The whisky has been aged in American oak casks, previously used for bourbon, for the entire 26 year ageing period resulting in a delicate floral whisky with the complexity of sweet spice. Priced at £350. When? Available now Where? Available from luxury whisky retail outlets and specialist stores How? For more information, see www.glenfiddich.com

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    Fashion pick: Whip bracelet by Theo Fennell

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Theo Fennell What? Just in time for the race season, jewellery designer Theo Fennell has unveiled his equestrian inspired Whip collection. All very apt as the brand are sponsoring the Glorious Goodwood Magnolia Cup on the 31st of July this year. We are loving this simple, elegant bracelet from the collection, perfect for dressing up a demure little dress to attend the races. When? Available now Where? Available online only How? For more information, see www.theofennell.com

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    Italian essence at Enoteca Pinchiorri

    ByQ X

    Who? Enoteca Pinchiorri What? An Italian kitchen with a French chef at the helm, how authentic could it be? But authentic or not, the Italian inspired dishes have the contemporary flair which gained Annie Féold her three Michelin stars all those decades ago. These days the restaurant remains at the heart of Tuscan fine dining with a wine list to die for. When? Open Tuesday to Saturday Where? Via Ghibellina, 87, 50122 Firenze, Italy How? For more information, see www.enotecapinchiorri.it Fly via British Airways

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    Louis Kahn: The Power of Architecture

    ByN.N.P.

    Who? London Design Museum What? The latest exhibition to arrive at the London Design museum is one centred around the work of Louis Kahn. Featuring a diverse display of Kahn’s models, sketches, photos and original drawing, the exhibition gives an insight to why Kahn is considered a master of twentieth century architecture. The exhibition touches on his influential and particular style and includes unseen footage filmed by Kahn’s son Nathaniel. When? 9th July to 12th October Where? The Design Museum, Shad Thames, London, SE1 2YD How? For more information and tickets, see designmuseum.org