Ten of the best clutch bags for 2015
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Ten of the best clutch bags for 2015

ByA.F.

We’re happy to see the end of the January sales because it means we get to see a whole new collection. Right now, we’re in love with some of the smallest bags out there – the clutch. With room just for the necessities, design is more important than ever and these ten bags are simply the cream of the crop. Black glitter heart clutch from Love Moschino This cute little black glitter heart-shaped clutch from Love Moschino is just adorable. You might struggle to squeeze in your phone but then a little lipstick and powder is probably all you need. Priced at £120. Available from Forzieri Marble print clutch bag…

Plakinger Spring / Summer 2015

Plakinger Spring / Summer 2015

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Plakinger What? German champions of unpretentious fashion Plakinger has recently unveiled their Spring / Summer 2015 collection. For the mother and daughter designers behind the brand, Galina Plakinger and Svetlana Ziggel, the pant suit is always the focus. This season, they’ve been inspired by “sailor man aesthetics, with its romantic, vivid, dynamic and strong elements”. When? Available to preview now Where? Available online from www.byplakinger.com How? For more information, see website Ten photos from Plakinger Spring / Summer 2015

Ten things to give you a New Year’s boost
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Ten things to give you a New Year’s boost

ByLife in Luxury

Back at work for the New Year? To get you back into that “rearing to go feeling”, we’ve picked ten things that will give your New Year a boost. Violet organiser from Temperley for Filofax Seems so obvious but you can’t start the year in style without a stylish organiser. We love this violet leather pocket organiser from Temperley for Filofax. It’s small, compact but will hold all your notes and appointments. Priced at £135. Available from Filofax Sonnet red fountain pen with gold trim from Parker Naturally, with a brand new organiser in tow, you’ll want a great pen. This Sonnet red fountain pen with a gold trim from…

Luxury hotel to open in Picasso’s first studio

Luxury hotel to open in Picasso’s first studio

ByLife in Luxury

Who? The Serras What? Barcelona is welcoming a new boutique hotel this month in the shape of The Serras. The new hotel will be housed in the building that was once home to Picasso’s first studio. Originally designed by Francesc Daniel Molina, the revamped space will feature interiors by Eva Martinez and informal dining from Michelin-starred chef Marc Gascons. Rooms from €250. When? Open from January 2015 Where? Passeig de Colom, 9 08002 Barcelona, Spain How? For more information, see www.hoteltheserrasbarcelona.com Ten photos from The Serras