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Ten tips on style for men from Patrick Hellmann
POWER DRESS – Whether it’s for a life-changing meeting, job interview or a business trip, the classic combination of a dark, solid or slightly pinstriped suit with a bold-coloured tie is the cornerstone of every man’s power wardrobe. Though teaming a dark suit with a classic white shirt allows you to choose almost any tie pairing short of one with bright yellow polka dots, a traditional yet impeccably cut deep-red tie has been a go-to “power” look since John Kennedy wore the pairing in his first presidential debate. FIND THE SMART CASUAL BALANCE – Smart or business casual has become a buzzword that dictates anything from work wear to dinner…
Design pick: Large pear glass terrarium from Laura Ashley
Who? Laura Ashley What? This glass pear terrarium is an ingenious way to display your house plants and get your friends asking ‘how did that get there’. It creates a lovely little micro-climate to protect your plants from the elements and works best with orchids. But if you’re not green-fingered, try it with some faux flowers instead. Priced at £40. When? Available now Where? Available online from Laura Ashley How? Buy now from Laura Ashley
La Cornue reveals first collection for 30 years
Who? La Cornue What? Artisan kitchen furnishing designers La Cornue have recently revealed their first new collection for 30 years. Designed by French architect Jean Michel Wilmotte, W is a very contemporary and minimalist range with La Cornue’s usual high-spec features and individual craftsmanship. Price for the full set start from £27,500. When? Available now Where? Showroom at Divertimenti, 227-229 Brompton Road, London SW3 2EP How? Visit www.lacornue.com for more information
Save food from the fridge
Who? Jihyun David What? Jihyun David is a design studio based in Amsterdam and Turin by Jihyun Ryou and David Artuffo. Their project, “save food from the refrigerator”, explores alternatives to technology for food preservation. Through a small book, exhibitions and prototypes, they hope that these alternatives can be shared with the public, triggering a return to grass roots approach to food. When? On going Where? www.savefoodfromthefridge.com How? See website for more information
Ten tips on interior design from Linda Plant
KEEP IT SIMPLE, MAKE IT INTERESTING – Don’t clutter. Mix traditional and modern; for example, a modern piece of art looks great in a classical setting. Don’t be afraid of bold colour and bold texture. SIZE MATTERS – Say goodbye to lots of little bits of furniture and hello to a couple of larger scale choice pieces. ACCESSORISE – The one accessory I couldn’t live without is white flowers – they bring life to a space. If in doubt, add white orchids – it never fails. I also love using groups of objects of different sizes as it creates interest. WALLS AND CEILINGS – Art is a must for creating…
Accessories pick: Celebrating Wimbledon with Links of London
Wimbledon: one of the highlights of the social season and an annual event on every tennis fan’s radar. And this year, for true fanatics, Links of London have created a selection of adorable links to celebrate the sport. The range includes everything from champagne and strawberries to tennis rackets and visors so you can be as vocal about your love of the British Championships as you like. We’re divided about which one is our favourite of the six but why not let us know which one is yours? Sterling silver and 18kt gold vermeil tennis racket charm Priced at £55 Sterling silver rocket disk charm Priced at £45 Sterling silver…
