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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
Ten of the best contemporary armchairs
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,…
Fashion pick: Tricolor cotton shirt, I’m Intelligent from I’m Your Shirt
Who? I’m Your Shirt What? This I’m Intelligent shirt from I’m Your Shirt is surely designed just for women. As well as the matching belt that can also be employed as a tie or hair band, the shirt has a strategically positioned button which prevents any gaping at the bust – something that’s happened to all of us one time or another. We’re just wondering why it hasn’t come sooner. Priced at £74. When? Available now Where? Available online from Carnet de Mode How? Buy now from Carnet de Mode
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Ten tips for painting food by Anna Koska
GO AND FIND THE REAL THING – There are limits to this of course. In the case of some obscure fish, I’m not often in a position to don a wetsuit and jump in the deep if it lives at the bottom of the inky blue, but there’s always a fish market. HANDLE THE THING – If it’s got bones, feel where they lie. If it’s got skin, get familiar with the feel and texture: hairy, bald, feathery, scaly, bit gooey, slippery, a bit want-to-put-it-down-and-run. Move it around. Check out the way the shadows play on the dips and curves. TAKE IT HOME TO MEET THE FAMILY – If I…
Vacheron Constatin unveils its dance collection
Who? Vacheron Constantin What? As a homage to the world of dance and the work of Edgar Degas, luxury watchmakers Vacheron Constantin have released a collection of three designs with ballerina enamelling. The artwork on the timepieces are reinterpretations of Degas’ works and were unveiled on the 300th anniversary of L’Ecole Française de Danse. When? Available now Where? Available at Vacheron Constantin boutiques How? Visit www.vacheron-constantin.com for more information
Accessories pick: 255 Curve from Jacob Jensen Watches
Who? Jacob Jensen Watches What? We love the ultra simplicity of this 255 Curve from Jacob Jensen Watches. It’s so simple in fact, it could almost be mistaken for a bracelet. But there is complexity too. The 38mm case is not fixed to the leather strap in the classic way, allow emphasis of the curved glass to shine through. Priced at £155. When? Available now Where? Available online from Twisted Time How? Buy now from Twisted Time