Wide flower silk print trousers from Etro
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Ten of the best trousers with patterned prints

ByA.F.

Trouser are one of the most overlooked items in your wardrobe; it’s easy to think embroidered top or glittering heels while keeping those trousers plain and simple. But it doesn’t have to be that way. This season, there are some great patterned prints for these under-appreciated fashion staples – perfect if you have leggy pins. Here are a few of our favourite ones to wear with your plain tops and simple shoes. Wide flower silk print trousers from Etro Priced at £469.48. Available from Italist Printed casual trousers from Only Priced at £22. Available from ASOS Pisa black and white floral print trousers from Reiss Priced at £120. Available from Reiss…

Belmond La Residencia
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Belmond La Residencia launches creative writing retreat

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Belmond La Residencia What? Ever fancied yourself as a novelist? Well now you can explore that at Belmond La Residencia on their new creative writing retreat. The week-long course will be led by acclaimed author Diane Redmond and include workshops on various genres as well as a visit to the house of novelist Robert Graves. When? Dates will be available in May and October Where? Son Canals s/n, 07179 Deià, Mallorca, Spain How? For more information, see www.belmond.com/la-residencia-mallorca

VIP armchair from Moooi
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Ten of the best contemporary armchairs

ByJ.D.

Our favourite seats in the house are often not the spacious sofas but those stand alone armchairs. Why? Because we love the promise of personal space that comes from their made-for-one premise. Added to that is the fact that they are often much more daring in design. With that in mind, we’ve picked a few of our favourite contemporary armchairs. Maya armchair from Darlings of Chelsea The Maya chair from Darlings of Chelsea is perfect for those who like to lean. The slight asymmetric shape and the addition of a table top makes it a great seat for relaxing with a good book and a nice cup of tea. Oh,…

Monteverdi Tuscany
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Wine Festival Tour from Monteverdi Tuscany

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Monteverdi What? Embrace Tuscany living at Monteverdi through their six day luxury Wine Festival Tour. Taking place over Benvenuto Brunello di Montalcino, where there will be over 1,000 wines to taste, the tour will include wine tasting, vineyard tours, cooking lessons and six nights accommodation. Priced at €7,000 per person or €10,000 per couple. When? 20th – 26th February 2015 Where? Castiglioncello del Trinoro, Provincia di Siena (SI), Toscana, Italy How? For more information, see www.monteverdituscany.com

Ten pieces of jewellery to add a sparkle to your wardrobe this January
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Ten pieces of jewellery to add a sparkle to your wardrobe this January

ByA.F.

There’s a bit of a magpie in all of us when it comes to jewellery and there’s some great pieces this season. So to help combat the dreary weather outside (trust us, it works), we’ve picked ten pieces that will bring with them the feel of spring. Neo Bourgeoise metal lace and embroidery earrings from Les Nereides Inspired by Art Nouveau, these Neo Bourgeoise earrings from Les Nereides combine delicate brass lace with rhinestones, glass, pearls and beads. It’s as bohemian as it is glamorous. Priced at £209.45. Available from Forzieri Palazzo Tahitian pearl ring from Zangara Italian design Zangara has thoughtfully used the natural feel of coral, created from…

Aultmore 12 year old single malt whisky

John Dewar & Sons launches Aultmore single malt whisky

ByLife in Luxury

Who? John Dewar & Sons What? John Dewar & Sons has unveiled a new range of single malt whiskies from the Aultmore distillery, forming part of its Last Great Malts of Scotland range. Aultmore of Foggie Moss is said to have the moniker, “rarest of Speyside”. The new range includes at 12 year old, 21 year old (travel retail only) and limited quantities of the 25 year old. When? Available now Where? Available online from The Whisky Exchange How? Buy now from The Whisky Exchange