Year: 2014

  • Design pick: Christian Lacroix cushions from Amara

    Who? Amara What? New cushion designs from Christian Lacroix have arrived at Amara and we are absolutely in love with them. When it comes to design, these are pretty eclectic. We know what you’re thinking – “you mean out there right?” But fear not, as contrast pieces, they will really bring a living room to life. Priced from £75. When? Available now Where? Available online from Amara How? Buy now from Amara

  • Hello Weekend from British Airways is back

    Who? British Airways What? British Airways’ offer of flights and two nights hotel stay is perfect for a weekend break. That’s why we’re so pleased to share that it’s back. What’s even better is that you could book for one, two or three weekend’s time. Prices from £139 per person. When? Available now Where? Available to book online How? Book now at British Airways

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    Napoleon Tinqueux festival in Reims

    Who? City of Tinqueux What? History buffs should head to Tinqueux this April where, to mark the 200th Anniversary of Napoleon’s French campaign in 1814, the city is hosting re-enactments of the Battle of Reims. During the two day festival, there will be a torchlight procession, parade, brass band, sound and light show as well as the re-enactment itself. There will also be a Napoleon village with markets and treasure hunts. When? 5th and 6th April Where? Around the city of Tinqueux How? For more information, see www.tinqueuxfetenapoleon.com Fly via British Airways

  • Nespresso launches two spring coffee flavours

    Who? Nespresso What? Nespresso have just unveiled their new Spring 2014 Limited Edition Grands Crus coffees based on the theme of Colombian Terroirs. Two flavours are available – Cauca and Santander, created with the aim of showing what Arabica coffee can do in different climates. Priced at £3.50 for a sleeve of 10 capsules. When? Available now Where? Available online and in Nespresso boutiques How? For more information, visit www.nespresso.com Life in Luxury’s guide to: Nespresso’s Cauca and Santander

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    Life in Luxury’s guide to: Nespresso’s Cauca and Santander

    Nespresso’s new limited edition Grands Crus this spring are themed on Colombian Terroirs. Developed by Colombian coffee experts working closely with local farmers, these new flavours epitomise and embody the unique characteristics of two coffee regions in Colombia, Cauca and Santander. By nurturing a long standing and, we are told, sustainable relationship with the farmers, Nespresso has managed to create taste profiles which demonstrate the diversity of the land and celebrate coffees that are unique to Colombia. The lush, green and fertile mountains of Cauca produces a coffee with a flavour profile that reflected these conditions. The fruity aromas give this coffee a juicy body and a hint of spice,…

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    Lace dinnerware from Shabby Chic

    Who? Shabby Chic What? Ok, we admit it, this lace dinnerware set from Shabby Chic is totally twee but we just can’t stop adoring it. There has to be a time and a place for this right? Anyhow, it’s made from practical hard wearing earthenware and is microwave and dishwasher safe. Not too shabby. Prices start from £5.60. When? Available now Where? Available online from House of Fraser How? Buy now from House of Fraser