Fashion pick: Belted wide leg trousers from M&S Collection
What? Belted paper bag wide leg trousers on ochre. Also available in navy. Priced at £35.
Similar Posts
Fashion pick: Chuck II waterproof leather boots from Converse
What? Chuck II waterproof leather boots with mesh backing. Also available in dark chocolate, black and egret. Priced at £95. Where? Available online from Converse
“In Praise of Hands”, the Van Cleef & Arpels story
Who? Van Cleef & Arpels What? If you ever wanted to learn about how the beautifully crafted Van Cleef & Arpels pieces are created then “In Praise of Hands” by Franco Cologni is the book you need to turn to. The stunning photography within captures the jeweller’s Parisian workshops on Place Vendôme and details how the pieces are brought to life. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon Ten photos from “In Praise of Hands”
Fashion pick: Darcy Winchester silk shirt from Thomas Pink
Who? Thomas Pink What? Well we all know that Thomas Pink designs some great shirts but we can’t help but love this devil-may-care pink number. The Darcy Winchester silk shirt speaks androgyny to a T with its feminine pink and masculine tailoring. It’s definitely for those who are as comfortable in their skin in the boardroom or on board a yacht. When? Available now Where? Available online from Thomas Pink How? Buy now from Thomas Pink
Fashion pick: Sleeveless floral printed dress from Twilight Rose
What? Sleeveless floral printed dress from Twilight Rose. Priced at £99. Where? Available online from John Lewis
Asprey London’s Private Collection
Who? Asprey London What? Luxury leather goods brand Asprey have recently unveiled handbags in their 2013 “Private Collection”. The collection is a series of one of a kind bags that feature bold colours, exotic skins and precious stones. This year’s themes are “Decorative”, “Colour block” and “Jewelled”. When? Available now, by invitation Where? Asprey London, 167 New Bond Street, London, W1S 4AY How? Call 020 7493 6767 for more information
Life in Luxury’s guide to: Bertoni1949 Autumn/Winter 2015
So we know it’s a little early to be talking Autumn/Winter 2015 when we’re barely out of spring but the Bertoni1949 AW15 collection is available for preview, and it’s gorgeous, so why not? Founded in 1949, Bertoni is a luxury Italian brand specialising in hard luggage and leather goods. And everything is handmade in Italy. The new collection, unveiled during Milan Fashion Week, is a fusion of contemporary and traditional shapes and materials. Expect everything from alligator and python to zebra-striped hair calf leather. The idea was to have a Women’s Collection that’s both feminine and forceful and to extend that into luggage and trunks. There are six designs in…