Who? Ethan K
What? If you like to travel in luxury, then you can’t travel without the seriously covetable new alligator trolley from Ethan K. The trolley is made from Mississippiensis alligator skin from the USA, measures 47 x 35 x 20cm and is available in green and black. Priced at £16,500
When? Available by order only
Where? Available from www.ethan-k.com
How? Visit website for more information
Who? Waterford Crystal What? Make that celebratory glass of Champagne really stand out with these crystal flutes from Waterford Crystal. The Believe flutes, part of Waterford’s Wishes collection, are beautifully crafted with elegant shooting stars. Perfect for any occasion. Priced at £104.35 for a pair. When? Available now Where? Available online from Bloomingdales UK How? Buy now from Bloomingdales UK
Who? Zoe Jordan What? Luxury womenswear designer Zoe Jordan recently unveiled her autumn/winter collection for 2013 at London Fashion Week. Formerly a New York investment banker, Jordan’s A/W 2013 collection is only her second. Her new collection, sponsored by Vestiaire Collective, was all about clean silhouettes and colours that popped. When? Available later this year Where? Stockist details available on www.zoe-jordan.com How? For more information, see website Ten photos from the Zoe Jordan A/W 2013 show
Who? Fornasetti Profumi What? Fill your home with the signature scent of Fornasetti Profumi’s luxurious Otto. The woody fragrance incorporates Mediterranean herbs and incense and is housed in a stylish ceramic vessel that can be re-used. Use it to perfume your home or as a decorative touch. Priced at £85 for 100ml. When? Available now Where? Available online from Liberty London How? Buy now from Liberty London
The kimono dress is such a strong and distinctive look that it can be hard to pull off. But when you get it right, it’s a real statement outfit and a great talking point at cocktail parties. Luckily, the kimono form has been adapted by numerous designers over the years to create more contemporary styles which just about everyone can wear without the pre-requisite of “that certain look”. Here, we’ve picked ten of our favourite kimono dresses that challenge the perception while still being ultra-wearable. Lucy floral-print silk-blend jersey dress from ISSA A demure outfit for a literary luncheon. Priced at £695. Available from matchesfashion.com Frederica dress from Jovanna A…
Who? Laura Ashley What? The quintessentially English lifestyle brand Laura Ashley has recently unveiled its first boutique hotel – Laura Ashley The Manor. The Tudor revival manor is decorated with items from Laura Ashley’s current home collection, showcasing the brand’s classic prints. Rooms start from £150 per night. When? Open now Where? Barnet Lane, Elstree WD6 3RE How? For more information, see www.lauraashleyhotels.com Ten photos from Laura Ashley The Manor
Let’s talk maxi dresses; specifically, maxi dresses for dressing up. We’ll be up front – we love maxi dresses for dressing up. We’ve seen casual versions up and down the high street for the last few years but we think their place at cocktail parties, posh dinners and nights out on the town have been seriously down-played. Why? Well we love that it’s effortlessly elegant and demure, without needing to look like a ballgown. It can be tight or lose fitting and there’s a whole lot of fabric for patterns to play with. What’s more, you’ll never fall foul of the “knee-length” rules or have to worry about being under…
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