Ten of the best white dresses
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Ten of the best white dresses

ByA.F.

As the summer solstice draws to an end, we say goodbye to spring and welcome summer. We’ve had the pinks and the pastels for the spring season but now it’s time to set those tans off with a splash of white. Of course white works for clothes and accessories but we’re going for a classic – the demure white dress. Except it’s less about frou-frou wedding dresses and more about fabulous outfits for the cocktail hour. Here, we’ve picked ten of our favourite party-ready white dresses Metallic lace silk dress from Aidan Mattox Priced at £330. Available from John Lewis Hettie Jacquard dress from Phase Eight Priced at £99. Available…

Explore Italian cuisine at Hotel Xenia

Explore Italian cuisine at Hotel Xenia

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Hotel Xenia What? Lovers of wholesome Italian food should head to Hotel Xenia for their new guest chef series. The special suppers pop-up every six weeks and will feature Luca Collami (Liguria), Andrea Incerti (Emilia, Romagna), Donato Episcopo (Veneto), Paolo Barrale (Campania) and Stefano Masanti (Lombardia) in the coming months. Priced at £65 for five courses and welcome aperitif. When? Various dates available Where? Hotel Xenia London, 160 Cromwell Road, London SW5 OTL How? For more information, see www.hotelxenia.co.uk

Ten of the best swimsuits
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Ten of the best swimsuits

ByA.F.

Are you searching for that perfect bikini? Well, we say stop, ditch the two-piece and look at the swimsuit instead. As well as offering a whole lot of support, particularly if you’re planning to get involved with water sports, there’s also a lot more fabric to get fashionable with. Just think of the variations in patterns, cuts and straps. Still not sure? Check out our pick of ten of the best swimsuits – we think they’re enough to prove that the one-piece can be cool too. Floral spot swimsuit from Dickins & Jones Priced at £45. Available from House of Fraser Foulard-print swimsuit from Dolce & Gabbana Priced at £355….

Veuve Clicquot launches new Rich Champagne

Veuve Clicquot launches new Rich Champagne

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Veuve Clicquot What? Veuve Clicquot has recently launched Rich, a new Champagne designed for mixology. The rich refers to the historically sweeter wines from the Champagne region. As well as a higher dosage for added sweetness, the Champagne also benefits from a tailored blend of grapes. The recommended mixers include grapefruit, pineapple, cucumber, celery, peppers and tea but experimentation is welcome. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at Selfridges and select bars How? For more information, see rich.veuve-clicquot.com

Life in Luxury’s guide to: JBAR at Seven Stars Galleria
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Life in Luxury’s guide to: JBAR at Seven Stars Galleria

ByQ X

As part of Milan Expo this year, USA’s James Beard Foundation has brought the James Beard American Restaurant (JBAR) to the Seven Stars Galleria. Situated above Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, in the heart of Milan, the pop-up restaurant will showcase American food from the cuisine to the ingredients in a fine-dining setting. It works in parallel to the James Beard House in New York City. Recently the menu featured JBAR Executive Chef Paul Sanguinetti’s take on the food from Fort Myers and Sanibel, with ingredients flown in from the USA. The menu included ceviche of redfish with yam and tropical slow, raviolo of Florida shrimp in “sea water ” and…

Embrace castle life at Grand Hotel dei Castelli

Embrace castle life at Grand Hotel dei Castelli

ByQ X

Who? Grand Hotel dei Castelli What? We love the idea of being able to stay in a castle but we love the idea of being able to stay in one with all the mod cons even more. So when we went to Sestri Levante and stayed at Grand Hotel dei Castelli, well, we simply fell in love. The grand hotel boasts some stunning views over the Italian Riviera but offers an incredible amount of privacy too. In fact, it has its own private sea-water pool. How divine. When? Open year round Where? Via Penisola di Levante, 26 – 16039 Sestri Levante, Italy How? For more information, see www.hoteldeicastelli.it Ten photos…