CONTENTS
CONTENTS
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COVER ARTICLE
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The reality and dream job of one of the most known luxury lifestyle influencers on social media - Davide Cesaro .
TRAVEL & RESORTS
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Some destinations are almost far too beautiful to share . Luxury wellness holiday provider , Health Travel , taps into the hidden corners of the globe to uncover the Caribbean ’ s best kept secret .
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Courmayeur Mont Blanc - a traditional yet sophisticated resort surrounded by spectacular scenery full of history and charm .
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From the celebrities ’ favourite retreat in Turks & Caicos to the world ’ s only exclusive-use private island in East Africa , here ’ s our pick of the top trips for some overdue winter sun .
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Home to 95 beautifully appointed villas , nine outstanding dining venues , a remarkable 150-metre pool encircled by stylish cabanas , and a tranquil ocean-front Spa with eight selfcontained treatment bungalows , Kuda Villingili is every style-seeker ’ s dream .
YACHTS & YACHTING
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VITA YACHTS is a British-born start-up that begun its activity in 2017 to produce the first all-electric boat inspired by a classy and traditional design . Their baseline is “ Inspired by Tradition , Powered by Electricity .”
FASHION
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An interview with Marina Raphael . A global visionary with a strong understanding of the international audience that enables her to design luxury handbags that please the most cutting-edge fashion connoisseurs .
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Sellier Knightsbridge is pleased to announce the opening of it ’ s European Headquarters in Monaco this September 2021 .
WATCHES & TIMEPIECES
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From August through to the end of November 2021 , Bvlgari is proud to present timepieces from its iconic Octo and Serpenti collections at a pop-up in Watches of Switzerland Broadgate .
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Watchmaking , the art which combines aesthetics and mechanics . The aesthetics on the dial , and the mechanics which are the heart of the timepiece . An exquisite combination of both creates a luxury watch .
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Blancpain announces its collaboration with Michaël Michaelidis , three-time michelin-starred chef for Joël Robuchon Restaurant Tokyo .
FOOD & DRINK
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The Macallan single malt Scotch whisky and luxury British automotive manufacturer Bentley Motors have revealed a unique partnership that will build on their rich heritage to develop distinctive collaborations and further their vision of a more sustainable future .
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Ormer Mayfair by Sofian is destined to be one of the most exciting reopenings of 2021 and is the first solo project by exciting young chef , Sofian Msetfi .
FRAGRANCE
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Carine Roitfeld ’ s 7 Lovers collection is an homage to the former editor-in-chief of Vogue Paris ’ unforgettable inamoratos in iconic cities around the world , the conquests of her insatiable hunger for romance and passion .
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A collection of four masculine luxury fragrances showcasing the exceptional .
BEAUTY & SKINCARE
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GAIA Skincare is an award-winning natural skincare brand that was conceptualised alongside Gaia Spa at Boringdon Hall Hotel in Devon . This year , it celebrates five years of honest nurturing and wellbeing .
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Natural AntiBody Technology from Japan combines with high-tech ingredients to create a capsule lineup of power serums that address four major skin concerns .
JEWELLERY
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Pomellato ’ s LA GIOIA brings a breath of fresh air to the world of high jewellery . Divided into two chapters , LA GIOIA unleashes a new creative freedom as it breaks from the constraints of time and puts sustainable practices at the heart of each jewel .
ART & SCULPTURE
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An interview with Adrienne Egger - an American artist based in Austria whose awardwinning paintings have garnered international recognition .
WEDDINGS
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For almost ten years Maison de Fleurs has been a distinguished leader within the London and international flower scene .
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Gem hunter and luxury independent jewellery designer , Rosie Odette , is leading a revolution in high-end engagement ring design with a bespoke service tailored to each couple to create meaningful , alternative engagement rings telling their individual story .
LUXURY HOMES
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“ The Palace ”: A colourful eclectic project in Saudi Arabia .
HEALTH & WELLBEING
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Treat yourself to a pampered getaway at Careys Manor & SenSpa .
AUTOMOTIVE
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Bentley is returning safely to live events with a suite of global debuts at this year ’ s Monterey Car Week , with a focus on the British luxury marque ’ s industry-leading bespoke and personalisation division , Bentley Mulliner .
Issue 48 2021 The Art of Luxury
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