LUXURY MAGAZINE: ANNA POPOVA

THE ART OF LUXURY LIVING N125 2022

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ART IN TIME PRESENTS THE NEW URWERK UR100V ULTRA VIOLET

Tiffany & Co.

No rules. All welcome. It’s the “spirit” behind Tiffany & Co.’s new Lock collection.

Dior

The bottle is equipped with isothermal technology to keep drinks hot or cold for 24 hours.

Dolce & Gabbana

Young and modern theme of the brand celebrates the colours and flowers of Eden garden.

Breguet

The mother-of-pearl 30 mm dial of the watch is beautifully hand-engraved on a rose engine.

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The vehicle is described as a "state-of-the-art passenger drone prototype" by the company.

Louis Moinet Astronef

The tourbillon by Louis Moinet recalls the heyday of superwatches of the early 2000s.

Cartier

Beautés du Monde takes to a dreamy journey along with all the magnificence of nature.

Louis Vuitton

Since 1854, it has brought unique designs to the world, combining innovation with style.

London Concours 2022

The final day of the event was the popular ‘Supercar Day’, presented by Amari Lifestyle.

Better World Fund

Volkswagen Group China

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Before and after the Queen

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n remembering the appalling suffering of war on both sides, we recognize how precious is the peace we have built in Europe since 1945." –Queen Elizabeth II. You were right, Your Majesty. Alas, not even the Great British Queen can keep this world from harm. Our new issue is dedicated to gemstones: the masterpieces of nature and their sublime rendering in extraordinary jewellery, inspiring and dazzling the eye. However, the truest jewels in this world manifest themselves as strength of character and willpower, the nobility of human spirit capable of leading a country, one who inspires, reconciles, and with such love of life befitting a great nation; a personality capable of showing both stamina and courage, whilst never faltering in her role as a mother, a wife and a woman. An epoch has ended. A queen that has been with us for such a long time – now gone irrevocably. Everyone, it seems, found themselves orphaned a little, like a child who accidentally let go of his mother’s hand and found himself lost in the big city. But in spite of this loss, nothing can prevent us from remembering the wise and encouraging words left behind by Her Majesty the Queen. Nothing can stop us from keeping faith, upholding peace, and showing resolve and wisdom. Whilst the world is consumed by cruel and pointless wars, conflicts and grudges, it remains within our power to be royally wise, kind

and generous; distinguishing between good and evil, right and wrong, light and darkness. In her Christmas speech of 1957, Queen Elizabeth II said, ‘It has always been easy to hate and destroy. To build and to cherish is much more difficult’.

Diamonds may be beautiful, but the world shall not be saved by beauty, but by kindness. Let us remember this and pay tribute to the memory of an extraordinary woman and a great queen. As always, I wish you a pleasurable read and only the happiest of memories to be made, dear reader!

Tiffany & Co.

UNLOCK YOUR STYLE

No rules. All welcome. It’s the “spirit” behind Tiffany & Co.’s new Lock collection. With it, Tiffany & Co. has presented a new standard of beauty. The Tiffany Lock bangle features an innovative clasp that echoes the functionality of a padlock, an important motif from The Tiffany Archives. Thereafter, the padlock

became a core motif within Tiffany’s design language, epitomized through everything from pendants to brooches. This style is expertly crafted in 18k yellow, rose and white gold with hand-set diamonds for a striking contrast. Tiffany Lock is a bold and visual statement about the personal bonds that make us who we are.

Moet & Chandon

Vintage champagne Dom Pérignon, first made from the 1921 vintage, is still considered to be the pinnacle of Moet & Chandon winemakers' creativity. The 2004 vintage left its mark on the history of Dom Pérignon, remembered for its simplicity and generosity. Plénitude 2 is the second life of Dom Pérignon, patiently brought to a new elevation and

set on a path to eternity. Citrusy notes of pink grapefruit and blood oranges gently cede to figs. The additional time on the lees elevates the minerality of the vintage with the sublime maturity that is Dom Pérignon’s signature. Cocoa, mocha, roasted nuts, brioche and honey. This champagne is markedly different from the previous bright vintages with a calmer taste.

Hermès

H08 BLUE TITANIUM

This year the H08 watch is presented in louche blue PVD-coated titanium with a raised minutes/seconds ring marked with orange printed indices in the center. The orange hue of the arrow-shaped sweeping centre seconds hand tip and surrounded by the hour numerals, in Hermès custom font. An automatic Swiss-made mechanical movement, imprinted with repeating Hermès emblems, drives the hour, minute, and second indications, and is visible through the clear caseback. The Hermès H08 Blue Titanium is paired with a blue rubber strap with a black DLC titanium buckle.

DOM PÉRIGNON 2004 PLÉNITUDE 2

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Cartier

THE BEAUTY OF THE WORLD

Anumber of brooches complete Cartier’s Beautés du Monde collection. From the smallest to the largest, from the simplest to the most fantastic, all animals fascinate Cartier with their beauty and unique qualities. An elephant nestled in a brooch, a work of glyptic art made from petrified magnolia wood and

illuminated by a pink sapphire and a briolette diamond. A quetzal that has been transformed into a shoulder jewel, whose feathers of Paraiba tourmaline, sapphires, engraved tsavorite garnets and diamonds sway with the slightest movement. The calm and glorious mood of the animal influences all around.

Dior

TODAY’S FUNCTIONAL TOP

If you’re looking for a luxury item where elegance, functionality, technical savoir-faire and sustainability converge, then turn your attention to this sleek aqua bottle, bottle holder and phone holder from Dior. Crafted in stainless steel, the bottle is equipped with isothermal technology to keep drinks hot for 12 hours and cold for 24 hours. The bottle features a laser-etched Dior Oblique motif and ‘Dior’ signature, as well as a Dior Oblique jacquard phone case. The adjustable ‘Christian Dior’ nylon jacquard and grained calfskin shoulder strap allows the piece to be worn crossbody.

Versace

ODISSEA SNEAKER

The new sneaker by Versace was called Odissea - a name reminiscent of Greek mythology, but also the drive toward travel and the discovery of new territories. And just as the journey into the unknown can only be a push into the future, a journey into space and the stars, the shape of the Odissea sneaker, with its strong structure, is also reminiscent of

something halfway between a spaceship and bicycle helmets. Basketball sneaker elements are cut-through the lightweight slip-on style that is set on rubber soles with perforated toe caps. A rubberized 3D La Medusa plaque finishes the sneaker on the uppers for a futuristic effect. They feature royal blue, calf leather, perforated detailing, as well as branded heel counter.

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Dolce & Gabbana

EDEN SUNGLASSES

olce & Gabbana is a cult without a doubt. All their products exude freedom of choice and the freedom to live your own rich life. Inspired by the bold aesthetic of the early 2000s, Eden debuted in the framework of SS 2022. Young and modern theme celebrates the colours and flowers of Eden garden. The model stands

out for the original combination of a flat top front with oversized temples. Made of acetate in the havana colour version, the sunglasses are embellished with golden metal details, such as the doors and the iconic DG crossed logo applied in relief on the temples. Dark green polar lenses provide 100% UV protection.

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Etro

WINTER EMBRACE

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Hermès

TRAVEL WITH YOUR PET

Measuring 35x24x15 cm the Hermès is designed for carrying small dogs. It is masterly created in France from water-resistant and breathable fabric: 62% polyamide, 26% cotton, 12% polyurethane. The accessory has top fastening with two “Hermès Sellier” engraved Clou de Selle snap closures and double zip in zamak to facilitate the opening. For your pet maximum comfort venti-

lation slot on the back, eyelet ventilation system are designed. One side pocket will be a good place to put the necessary items of your dog. Boneshaped luggage tag in bridle leather features a reversible and removable stainless steel plate that can be engraved and slid in the tag. Inside you will find “Hermès Sellier” tag. With this bag you and your pet will enjoy any, long or short distance trip.

The rough purity of elements once again defines the wondrous philosophy of Etro in its nomadic and poetic universe with an ardent and daring spirit. The men’s fall-winter 2022 collection symbolizes the desire for serenity and peace. The perfect aesthetic and the innovative charm blends with the wrapping and enveloping fabrics that encapsulate the warmth of a winter embrace. Carded virgin wool mix Pegaso Pegaflying jumper with a placed print with leaves and feline made in a graphic style design. “We’re trying to get into a more graphic approach,” said Creative Director, Kean Etro. “All the shapes have changed. It’s a big shift.”

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Marcos Baghdatis

Tomas Berdych

David Nalbandian

Tommy Robredo Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

David Ferrer

Tommy Haas Lleyton Hewitt

Radek Stepanek Philipp Kohlschreiber

Guerlain

CUIR BÉLUGA

As supple as light suede, infinitely luminous leather notes have become as exquisite as beluga caviar. In referencing this pure luxury, Cuir Béluga carries with it a connotation of ultimate refinement. Gracing the skin with softness and enhanced by refreshing tangerine, the white suede note flirts with intriguing immortelle, then softly sinks upon a velvety

base, caressed by amber, heliotrope and, of course, vanilla. Often dark and mysterious, the leather accord reveals a new face with Cuir Béluga. Taking inspiration from the Guerlain heritage Square Bottle (1870), the L’Art & La Matière bottle is an exceptional object whose design exudes unisex sophistication steeped with modernity.

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Breguet

ELEGANCE OF TRADITIONS

Tiffany & Co.

A PLAYFUL TAKE

This exceptional chess set was meticulously handcrafted by Tiffany & Co.’s master artisans over the span of one year. It is constructed in sterling silver, 24k gold vermeil and wood. Inspired by the corrugated profile of cardboard and reimagined into something beautiful, this chess board and its pieces are the ultimate juxtaposition of high and

low end design - the hallmark of a creative aesthetic that is uniquely Tiffany. The statement-making item is housed in a sterling silver box lined in grey felt with a satin finish, mirroring the design of the Tiffany Blue Box®. “It’s a playful take,” Chief Artistic Officer Reed Krakoff says. “It wouldn’t be interesting to just make a classic chess set.”

Aclassic

Breguet is easily recognisable. The timelessness of the brand resides in a style that was established by Abraham-Louis Breguet over two centuries ago, the great watchmaker who had the most profound influence on horological art. The new models are in 18-carat gold. Bezel and lugs are set with 64 diamonds. Natural mother-of-pearl 30 mm dial is hand-engraved on a rose engine. The watch bears the caption ‘Swiss Guilloché Main’ witnessing the guilloché application and traditional secret signature. It also features self-winding movement, sapphire caseback. It is water-resistant to 30 m.

Volkswagen Group China

V.MO OR “FLYING TIGER”

PREMIUM PRODUCT FOR HIGH-NET-WORTH INDIVIDUALS

eVTOL air vehicles will be able to transport passengers more quickly and efficiently than current conventional means of terrestrial transport and with greater flexibility.

Volkswagen Group China, the famous German car brand's Volkswagen Chinese branch, collaborated with British design consultancy Tangerine and Chinese aviation manufacturer Sunward on the first fully working prototype. An electric vehicle is beautifully described as a "state-of-the-art passenger drone prototype" by the officials of the company. The name chosen for the electric aircraft is V.MO, although internally it has received

the nickname “Flying Tiger” due, in particular, to its exterior decoration in black, white and gold tones. This has not been a mere coincidence, since it commemorates its presentation in the Chinese year of the tiger (this 2022). The electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) prototype looks similar to a helicopter, with eight rotors fixed upwards to allow the aircraft to take off and land vertically. Two rear propellers enable the electric aircraft to fly horizontally

on its journey. Its cross-shaped wing configuration measures 11.2 metres in length and spans 10.6 metres in width. When complete, the brand is aiming for the four-seated vehicle to be able to travel up to 200 kilometres per hour with a maximum flight duration of 60 minutes on a single charge. Volkswagen Group China stated that the “Flying Tiger” will be suitable for "urban elite" Chinese customers. Initially, the vehicle could be used for services such as VIP air taxis.

The Macallan & Bentley

HORIZON

THE MOST EXOTIC BOTTLE

The Macallan Horizon’s packaging is described by the companies as with unique design and concept that defies the traditional vertical aesthetics of a whisky bottle.

The Macallan Horizon is an exquisitely unique vision of design that has been made possible by an ambitious partnership between Bentley Motors and The Macallan. The concept incorporates six repurposed, ethically sourced materials that are found to be integral to The Macallan and Bentley Motors. Among them are recycled copper from the disused small spirit stills that were located within The Macallan’s former distillery; aluminum recovered from the Bentley Motors manufacturing process,

recycled wood, recyclable glass and carbon neutral leather used in the recently unveiled Bentley Mulliner grand tourer. The bottle, which sees a 180-degree twist with no standing base, houses a very special single malt whisky developed by Master Whisky Maker Kirsteen Campbell. The profile was inspired by the natural ingredients found in the country and from a visit to Bentley Motors in Crewe. Look to the horizon. There you’ll find the future, and that future is The Macallan Horizon.

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Bowmore Onyx

ENCAPSULATION OF TIME

This exceptionally unique 51-year-old single malt whisky is the encapsulation of time, with over half a century of craftsmanship, quality and character embedded in its story. Presented in a striking glass vessel, this is a once-ina-lifetime release in an American Oak refill barrel, which was filled in February 17, 1970. Bowmore® Onyx is a hand blown black glass vessel, containing 1.4 litres of ultra-rare whisky. It is inspired by the breathtaking Bowmore's island, specifically the distinctive black rock, or "bought more", which it is believed the name Bowmore is derived from. Bowmore’s signature peat smoke, polished cedarwood and burnt caramel create a sweet yet spicy taste, which is balanced by tobacco, walnuts and pecan nuts on the finish. This whisky has been sold at the inaugural Distillers One of One auction for a record price of $532,340 in Edinburgh. Proceeds from auction went to The Youth Action Fund.

Patrón en Lalique

SERIE 3 CELEBRATION

In further proof that the calling for high-end tequila seemingly has no limit, ahead of National Tequila Day (24 July) Patron unveiled its new Patrón en Lalique: Serie 3. It celebrates the Blue Weber agave used to make the Tequila, with the crystal decanter’s design inspired by the plant. Master Distiller David Rodriguez and his team have curated a blend of extra añejo tequilas said to be so rare that it can never be replicated. A total of 14 different tequilas aged for up to 8 years in French and American oak casks were chosen and fused together to create the expression. The resulting liquid offers notes of spices, dried fruits, Sherry wine and intense wood. The crystal decanter was created by Marc Larminaux, Lalique’s artistic and creative director. Each decanter is handmade and individually numbered. “Much like the masters at Patrón, at Lalique we pride ourselves on achieving excellence in everything we do,” said Silvio Denz, chairman and CEO at Lalique. The exclusive limited-edition 750ml of Patrón en Lalique: Serie 3 includes only 299 bottles, sold at a suggested price of $7,500. The increadible novelty will highly be appreciated by tequila lovers.

Louis Moinet Astronef

NEW TECHNOLOGY RESULTS IN A UNIQUE DESIGN

“The idea is to push back known limits, just as Louis Moinet did in his time – notably by inventing the chronograph in 1816”. Jean-Marie Schaller, Louis Moinet CEO.

At the Geneva Watches And Wonders exhibition in 2022, the watchmaking studio Louis Moinet presented its new Astronef watch. The double tourbillon by Louis Moinet recalls the heyday of super-watches of the early 2000s that were supposed to be the centers of attention. More than three years of study went into developing the As-

tronef mechanism. The case’s technical design consists of a sapphire container set in a gold 18K frame topped with a sapphire dome that makes the watch look like a curiosity box. In the Astronef, on the dial side, two tourbillons rotate in opposite directions at a fairly

high speed - they intersect 18 times per hour, that is, every 3 minutes 20 seconds, for which they are designed at two different levels. This opulent miracle of mechanics is set in motion by the energy of two barrels, the mechanism consists of more than 400 parts, it takes a month to assemble. Ateliers Louis Moinet will release only 8 pieces of the model.

Louis Moinet's Astronef has been recognized by the 2002 MUSE Design Awards, winning a Platinum award in the fashion design category.

More than 5,000 entries from 57 different countries have vied to win an award.

The quintessence of modernity

R ichard Mille

An exceptional ultra-flat timepiece, the RM UP-01 Ferrari.

At just 1.75-millimetre thick, the RM UP-01 Ferrari constitutes a triumph of technical prowess and exemplifies a new approach to watch mechanics in which technicity dictates aesthetics more than ever.

In 2021, Ferrari and Richard Mille, driven by their shared quest for perfection, joined forces to create a long-term partnership. Richard Mille celebrates this budding relationship with the creation of an exceptional ultra-flat timepiece, the RM UP-01 Ferrari. The novelty is an allusive piece to Ferrari’s values, developing sporting mechanisms that are as elegant as they are immediately recognisable. Integrated into the bezel, the function selector located between 10 and 11 o’clock allows to select the winding (W) or the hand-setting (H) function with a simple rotation

of the crown. Setting the time or winding the barrel is then possible by turning the second crown located between 7 and 8 o’clock. Surrounding the crowns, two black ceramic inserts protect the bezel from friction and ensure water resistance. Engineers from Audemars Piguet Le Locle and Richard Mille developed a new type of escapement with a balance wheel in titanium that reduces the calibre thickness whilst providing the same security as a conventional Swiss anchor escapement. There still will be much talk about the "new word" of watchmaking.

Exceptional execution

The uncompromising slimness of the watch perfectly symbolises the Richard Mille philosophy of letting technique dictate aesthetics. The RM UP-01’s case has the same characteristics and exhibits the similar sleek lines and attention to minute detail, as the large number of manufacturing operations required for its bezel and its monobloc caseband and caseback attest. The construction from grade 5 titanium optimises rigidity while guaranteeing water resistance to 10 m.

Cartier

BEAUTÉS

DU MONDE

Seeing the beauty of the world, preserving and enriching it are values that have continuously influenced Cartier's philosophy.

The rhythm of the Récif Necklace is set by Cartier’s emblematic combination of orange of coral and green of the emerald.

The nature and vivacity of coral are what Cartier wanted to capture through the composition of the Récif necklace. A living material, somewhere between fauna and flora, whose appearance Cartier stylises in the form of ribbed coral beads snaking along a diamond atoll. Cartier reinterprets its signature style, defying its expertise so that the winding of the beads does not in any way impede the comfort of the wearer.

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BEHIND THE STORY

Cartier’s Beautés du Monde latest collection of haute joaillerie takes to a dreamy journey along with all the magnificence of nature that can be found on the way. “This collection was designed

during the pandemic, and the need to travel was very important for us,” says Jacqueline Karachi, Director of Creation at Cartier. “In fact, the reason we created this dreamlike journey was because we couldn’t physically travel.” The Beautés du Monde collection, a vivid vision of Cartier’s design and savoir faire prowess, is indeed a trip - in more ways than one. Combining a longing for travel with heady influences provided by the natural world,

the geometric and figurative sensibilities of Cartier’s artisans are front and centre.

Speaking of ancient civilizations - Beautés du Monde mostly pays tribute to things that live and breathe. The bulbous brightness of a coral reef, the peaceful water lily and even the mysterious leafy sea dragon are all represented amongst the collection’s pieces. The jewellery attracts with its excellence and opulence.

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APATURA NECKLACE

FIRES OF THE AUSTRALIAN OPALS

Take a close look at a butterfly wing, let you be dazzled by the beauty of its shades, and imagine an embellishment that would reflect its iridescent beauty. The Apatura Necklace was born from the observation

of the infinitely small. Here, it is not a question of reproducing in a figurative way, but of suggesting through an abstract composition, a display of shimmering colours that evokes the idea of the most delicate insect. The Cartier designers and stone experts have sought stones the colours of which are closest to the fires of the Australian opals placed in the centre: diamonds, orange sapphire and sapphire balls. The threading technique requires very meticulous sorting

work. The sapphire balls are calibrated in order to obtain a radiant effect around the opal. The threading adjustment on each section of the choker is made according to its location. In the Cartier tradition of transformable jewellery, this necklace can be worn with or without its detachable pendant, equipped with a hanging system as tiny as it is discreet. The impeccability of a butterfly was masterfully embodied in precious stones.

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NEW DIMENSION OF MYSTERY

The Water Aspis Necklace is one of the most mythical creatures in the Cartier menagerie, where it instills its voluptuous charm. A powerful and hypnotic snake whose beauty and incredible flexibility Cartier enhances through this new interpretation. It is water

that inspires the jeweller's choice of blue and white, the colours of sea foam and the sea bed where this oceanic reptile resides. Diamonds are everywhere creating the magic play of light and shadow: in tiny geometric patterns, in triangles aligned like a ridge, and on the pendant, consisting of two Ceylon sapphires separated by a sumptuous round rose-cut diamond. Scale motifs in lapis lazuli have been cut one by one to fit perfectly with the diamonds. This work is reserved for the most expert lapidaries, as

this hard stone is a delicate material to cut. For Cartier, the reverse side must reflect the front, the inner side of the necklace features geometric patterns that evoke the cut of the diamonds on the ridge. “Cartier’s vocabulary is based on geometry, abstraction and figuration, and sometimes we mix all of them together,” Jacqueline Karachi explains. “When you bring your own journey, your personal journey, it’s the best way to be creative. We design for everybody, so we need to do the right thing for everyone.”

WATER ASPIS NECKLACE

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Louis Vuitton

Mythology inspired, high jewellery line that encapsulates the contemporary woman.

The stunning collection features five key values across 125 spectacular pieces: Radiance, Liberty, Destiny, Fantasy and Grace. It took over 40,000 hours of work in Louis Vuitton‘s Parisian ateliers and three years for artisan jewelers to search the perfect gems around the world to create the collection. “Spirit” brings together concepts held dear by the brand, and is the perfect fit for the contemporary Louis Vuitton woman.

Jewellery Story | Treasures

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Scaly Set: Necklace, bracelet and earrings. Its masterful pattern suits perfectly on the skin.

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Jewellery Story | Treasures

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Impossible to miss the necklace with XXL tsavorite of 65.26 carats from East Africa.

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It is made up of gold and platinum with diamonds and ravishing 10.99-carat mandarin garnet.

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Van Cleef & Arpels

SHINE BRIGHT LIKE A DIAMOND

The story behind Van Cleef & Arpels’ new collection of extraordinary jewels, Legend of Diamonds, reads like a fairytale. It started with the discovery of a rough diamond of unusual weight and brilliance: the Lesotho Legend, the fifth largest rough diamond in both size and optical clarity ever mined. The rough stone was cut into a family of 67 diamonds, totaling 441.75 carats. The quality of each is exceptional, ranging from Flawless to Internally Flawless, which is the highest purity standard possible.

Diamonds were transformed into a collection of 25 pieces. “The stones that we use in our high jewellery creations are designed to inspire, like a piece of artwork in a museum,” says VC&A High Jewellery Director Gregory Weinstock. The Maison has been linked to many fairytales. Spectacular ring boasting the famous Puerta ruby gifted by Richard Burton to Elizabeth Taylor was also purchased at Van Cleef. That diamonds, a girl’s best friends, are a story that never gets old.

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TRANSFORMABLE SPLENDOUR

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THE CHEVRON NECKLACE

Necklace, in a style not often seen in Van Cleef & Arpels designs, reveals a fresh blue-on-green aesthetic. It is inspired by 1950s fashion and the crossover collars that were popular on evening gowns at that time. The highlights here are, of course, three majestic pear-cut diamonds, the largest of which mea-

sures 31 carats. This jewellery piece can be worn in six different ways, and its pear-cut diamonds may be enjoyed as a pendant with matching earrings as well as with Liseré Mystérieux ring, where symmetrical rows of emeralds and sapphires enhance the beauty of a 2.50-carat 2A DFL pear-cut diamond.

IN COMBINATION WITH LISERE MYSTERIEUX RING

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THE COLLERETTE

MYSTÉRIEUSE

FABULOUS BEAUTY

Another collar-inspired piece, the Collerette Mystérieuse necklace combines a graphical aesthetic highlighting mystery set rubies and diamonds in neat rows. Square-cut diamonds resembling tiny digital pixels appear to fall off thanks to the knife-edge setting method. Two centre stones glitter at its heart, both

emerald-cut diamonds, one over 51 carats and the other a 10.52-carat dazzler. The larger stone may be removed and worn on a ring, while another pendent individual mystery set with rubies takes its place. The combination of red rubies and imposing diamonds are all about passion towards timeless beauty.

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Boucheron Ailleurs Collection

INVITATION TO A JOURNEY

Ailleurs – elsewhere – is where Studio Boucheron is taking us with this new collection. In this “elsewhere” there is only one rule: to reveal the beauty and poetry of nature. The five different worlds are essentially an ode to nature. The single earring Papillon in natural butterfly wings set with brown diamonds, delicately resting on the top of the ear, while a pear-shaped diamond surrounds the earlobe.

“Ailleurs consist of five imaginary worlds, in which anyone can find a piece of themselves.”

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SHOULDER BROOCH STILL LIFE

WOOD AND DIAMONDS

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eal flower petals were scanned and from scan a new flower was recreated. Thanks to this way the wood was carved in an ultra-realistic way. The wood chosen is santos rosewood because the grain of the woodcut in the shape had to be aesthetic. The pistils of the heart of the flower were mounted on titanium filament, thin as hair, so that they vibrate and bring it to life.

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The atmosphere is saturated with vibrant tropical colours. Each piece vibrates to the beat of a dreamy nature. Serpent bracelet set with tsavorites and onyx. The intricate meshwork gives it the suppleness of a snake.

Fleur de paradis head jewel set with three amethysts, paved with yellow, orange sapphires and pink, violet stones, orange lacquer in titanium. Head jewel in the tradition of multi-wear.

CUFF BRACELET

LEAF

The feuillage diamant (diamond leaf) cuff bracelet is adorned with a 37.97 carat green tourmaline. The concept behind this cuff was to give the illusion that it was created from a weaving of leaves. Made of anodized aluminum, its intense green colour comes from a cataphoresis treatment, which is highlighted by thin lines of diamonds giving it a look that is as imposing as this piece is light.

DIAMOND

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DIAMOND RATTAN NECKLACE

The Diamond Rattan necklace blends formed rattan, white gold and diamonds. A rattan fiber was moistened and then dried on a brass frame cast in the shape of the final creation. Then a gold bar was inserted to give it its final shape. The brilliant piece shines bright with 2371 diamonds and a large emerald-cut diamond of 2 carat that forms a linkage supporting both sides of the frame.

GISELLE RING

EPIC TALE

The Giselle ring that’s covered with round and baguette-cut diamonds totaling 17.63 carats. It is nicely finished off with a dazzling 2.15 heptagonal-cut E VVS diamond that sits on the head of the graceful creature.

The pie (magpie) ring is a crystal exoskeleton. It was a challenge: hollowing out a

rock crystal block, before inserting a white gold skull set with diamonds.

Coquillage diamond pendants earrings in natural shell fusinus colus and mother-ofpearl, paved with diamonds in white gold. Natural shells were chosen and scanned to recreate their texture and curve in gold. The result is unprecedented.

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L ouis Vuitton

Objets Nomades Collection

Since 1854, Louis Vuitton has brought unique designs to the world, combining innovation with style, always aiming for the finest quality and preserving biodiversity. Today, the House remains faithful to the spirit of its founder, Louis Vuitton, who invented a genuine “Art of Travel” through luggage, bags and accessories which were as creative as they were elegant and practical. Since then, audacity has shaped the story of Louis Vuitton.

Starting from 2012, Louis Vuitton has invited outstanding designers to imagine experimental yet functional furniture pieces and design objects for the Objets Nomades Collection. From a hammock to a foldable stool, an armchair to a room screen, each limited-edition object pushes and surpasses the boundaries of leather to showcase the Maison’s attention to complex craftsmanship and creative innovation. Not losing a second come to know the latest magnificence.

Louis Vuitton’s Objets Nomades, a collection of travel-inspired furniture and objects made in collaboration with internationally renowned designers, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

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Cosmic Table

Boasting a carbon-fiber structure covered in brightly coloured, enameled or metallic leather depending on the variant, the table is complemented by a glass top. There are both indoor and outdoor versions.

Lounge chair

The Belt Lounge Chair features a seat made of strips of rich Louis Vuitton leather held in place with brass buckles that recall those used on the Maison’s bags. Each Objet Nomade represents the meeting of a designer’s artistic vision with Louis Vuitton artisans’ creative skills, bringing together distinct expertise to craft entirely novel travel objects which are so much desired and loved all over the world.

The new collection simultaneously pays homage to Louis Vuitton's special orders of the past – such as the iconic Bed Trunk produced in 1874 for French explorer Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza – while it celebrates the defiantly contemporary visions of diverse international designers including India Mahdavi, Marcel Wanders, Patricia Urquiola, Fernando and Humberto Campana, Atelier Oï, and many more. The collection, which is now made up of over 60 pieces, had a strong presence at this year’s Salone del Mobile. Five

new Objets Nomades were unveiled in Milan. The first sees Swiss design studio Atelier Oï, which has been working on Objets Nomades since the collection’s foundation, introduces variations of its much-loved Belt Chair. Both inspired by the House’s 160-year-old “Art of Travel” and a reinterpretation of that essential spirit, each Objet Nomade is an expression of the unique combination of its designer’s creativity and Louis Vuitton’s unparalleled savoir-faire. Atleri Oï’s Aurel Aebi, Armand Louis and Patrick Reymond, who joined the roster of Louis Vuitton collaborators for the first Objets Nomades collection, took a cue from their Belt Chair featuring a metal structure covered in leather strips held in place by belt buckles to develop a lounge chair, a bar stool and a side stool,

adding wooden details to the former two. The brass buckles design recalls those used on the Maison’s bags. The cloud-shaped Bomboca sofa by Fernando and Humberto Campana - its name nodding to Brazil’s tradition of serving confectionery at weddings and children’s parties - is being remastered in a four-seat version with 11 upholstered cushions filling the leather-covered shell. Israeli designers Shay Alkalay and Yael Mer of London-based Raw Edges used their penchant for childlike wonders typically embedded in their colourful designs, rich in different patterns, for Cosmic Table, available in indoor and outdoor versions. Boasting a carbon-fiber structure covered in brightly coloured, enameled or metallic leather depending on the variant, the table is complemented by a glass top.

PHOTO CREDIT: LOUIS VUITTON

PHOTO CREDIT: LOUIS VUITTON

ANNA POPOVA

BEAUTY AT LAW

A brilliant lawyer, who has managed to work with the best law firms in the world, as well as to create an impressive practice on her own, Anna Popova is such a sensitive person that she runs every case through her heart. Having faced a lot of difficulties in life she still continues to firmly believe in goodness and with her story of success to inspire people to work hard for their dreams. Endowed by nature with resplendent beauty, sharp mind, bravery and entrepreneurial spirit, Anna is a person being in touch with whom you really start to think that life is great and all things will come in their order very soon.

The world famous lawyer

The humble beginnings

I spent my childhood in Bulgaria during the years the country was transitioning from communism to a democratic society. My childhood was filled with memories of beautiful hot summers by the Black Sea, and the streets of my hometown, Sofia, with the smell of delicious street food. It was also filled with political protests and long lines for food in front of empty shops. My parents, both doctors, were divorced when I was young, and weren't able to make it amicable on their own. That was when I learned the meaning of the word "lawyer". I was intrigued by lawyers' ability to help families and to mold people's lives. I knew that one day I wanted to be able to do that.

From the early childhood, I understood that every effort and hard work are rewarded and the key was persistence, just not giving up.

At the age of thirteen I was selling newspapers with my friends, at fifteen, I worked in the kitchen of a restaurant during the summer break to earn my own money to buy clothes I liked without burdening my parents. I felt independent and very proud of myself.

I met my husband when I was 16 and we got married shortly thereafter. Although the marriage only lasted for two years, from it my meaning of life and my best friend, my daughter Beya came out.

I continued my education at a night school because I was not allowed to attend the regular high school while taking care of the baby. By then, I was a single mom and stubbornly continued to study and work to support myself and my daughter. I did modeling, worked as a fashion consultant, office assistance, and other odd jobs that allowed me to study and pay the bills.

to studying - attended every lecture and absorbed every word. I read thick volumes of legal literature while also taking care of my daughter, who had already started school.

In the third year of law school, I began registering companies for foreigners in Bulgaria, earning money and collecting a portfolio of clients. I still work with some of them to this day. After I passed the Sofia Bar exam, I founded my own practice, which I have been running for 14 years.

Gradually, my circle of clients increased, and I felt the need to improve my qualifications. My next step was a Master Degree in International Relations and European Law. I attended Inter-University Program of European Proceedings in Sofia University and Nancy II University in France.

I have always been interested in international law, especially international criminal law and international human rights law. During my studies, I had an opportunity to get to know the work of the EU institutions. Soon after graduation, I got to litigate a complex case involving clients from different countries. This was the first such case for our court, as Bulgaria had only recently joined the EU.

Major discovery

From the early childhood, I understood that every effort and hard work are rewarded and the key was persistence, just not giving up.

Society was critical of multicultural marriages like mine, divorce made it worse, but I lived believing that hard work was going to be rewarded. I hoped that sooner or later I would break the shackles of the prejudices of society and prove that faith and perseverance make success possible.

The path to success

My first success was an acceptance to the Law program at the New Bulgarian University. It felt very rewarding. I devoted myself

Soon after, I met Denis Jershov, a Russian oligarch who owned many businesses around the world. His name was well known in Europe and Bulgaria and around the world, where he was known for his deep intellect and his legendary parties. His case is one of the most scandalous in Bulgarian and European legal history, given the inaction of the state institutions on his appeals for the protection of property, which he faced in an unfair and unequal struggle for justice.

This case led to other criminal cases brought by me. Very early in my career I entered into heavy litigation with significant interests that attracted the attention of European society and European institutions.

Four years ago, the court acquitted Denis Jershov, unfortunately posthumously, in one of the cases and rejected the others. As a result of the cases I led, Dennis's heirs prepared a case before the International Arbitration in Washington for more than 800 million dollars.

In 8 years of working with Denis, I gained invaluable experience and met extraordinary people from all over the world. Тhe biggest

reward in my work is the trust to me by the people I help.

Another important case was when a client of Kurdish origin, who received citizenship as a political refugee in the Republic of Bulgaria, was placed on a red notice by Interpol at the request of Turkey. The client was detained at the border with Serbia and kept in Serbian custody for 9 months. The fight was ferocious. I invited international human rights organizations to join the cause. I have initiated an appeal against Turkey's request to the Commission for the Control of Dossier at Interpol. The secretariat of the commission found Turkey's request unfounded and ordered the removal of my client's data from the Interpol system. As a result, the court of Serbia refused to transfer my client to Turkey. Nine months after detention and after a tough legal and international institutional battle, my client was released. He had lost 20 pounds, but was alive and reunited with his young children and his wife.

Another major case in my career, which I am still working on today, is the defense of one of the richest men in the Republic of Bulgaria - Mr. Minyu Staykov.

In 2018, three of the most influential families in the country were arrested in a grotesque manner. Mr. Staykov was detained in a raid by the special prosecutor's office. For days, footage from his home and office was broadcast on television. He was taken into custody at the request of the prosecutor's office and was remanded, despite the lack of solid evidence. For two and a half years, my client was kept in the prison, in a wheelchair. I visited him several times a week inside the prison. Conditions were terrible. Judicial and prosecutorial oppression was enormous, expanding to his entire family.

my client. This case raised a huge public interest due to gross human rights violations and arbitrariness. The ECHR case decision was published in the Sofia Bar Association magazine and also included in the ECHR Rules of Procedure, as a significant case. My motivation though was purely human. I've had a lot of similar cases. They left me with a deep satisfaction from a job well done, human lives and families saved. I once again realized that work of a lawyer can change people's lives and must be approached with empathy and professionalism.

The new chapter

In 2021 I decided to take my education further and enrolled in the Kent College of Law L.L.M. Program of International and Transnational Law. The time I spent in Chicago gave me an extraordinary experience. I had a chance to learn from some of the best law professionals with worldwide recognition. I met wonderful colleagues from all over the world with whom we exchanged our experiences.

Over the years, I have had the chance to work with the best law firms in the world. Prominent with their high professionalism names such as Jackie Phillip from Denmark, Vincent Solari from Switzerland, Mark Basile from Chicago, Asa Hutchinson III from Arkansas and many more with whom we worked as great teams throughout the years.

Delicate combination

When experience and working with different legal systems are combined, there will be creative approaches and positive results.

During that period, I asked the court 42 times to change his mеаsure of remand to house arrest or bail. My client fell ill, but despite that, the Specialized Court did not change the arrest. There came a point when I realized I was fighting an invisible wall. So we field a case to the ECtHR, asking for priority consideration of the appeal, given the danger to my client's life in the conditions of detention as his condition worsened with each passing day.

As a result of the open case, the European Court of Human Rights condemned the Republic of Bulgaria for violating the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights. Bulgarian court changed the measure arrest to house arrest and imposed a monetary measure on

I recently got an opportunity to continue my career at one of the best boutique international law firms in Miami - Machado Law Firm, which also has an office in Dubai. I am intrigued by the US legal system and the new opportunities. When experience and working with different legal systems are combined, there will be creative approaches and positive results, while of course the know-how will be used in the best interest of our clients. The practice in America, the Middle East and Europe shows that the justices in the future has no borders.

Beyond the law

For the last 13 years, I have been a member of the Order of the Knights Templar of Jerusalem OSMTH, NGO, and currently I am in the international body of the Organization as General Advocate. The organization is internationally represented and has delegates in the United Nations, missions in New York and Geneva. I am a delegate in the UN, the Geneva Mission. Being a Templar means a chivalrous way of life and a mindset of helping people. I am grate-

ful that this organization strives to make the world a better place through the personal example of its members. Additionally, I am a member of the Management Board of the "Stoyan Kambarev" Foundation, which supports young talents.

Over the years, I have been honored for my work. I received a 2019 Lifestyle Award in a Woman Lawyer category, a Certificate of Honor from Archimandrite Haralampii with the blessing of Patriarch Bartholomew, Nomination for Woman Lawyer in 2017, Nomination for Justice Beyond Borders in 2018, Nominee Female Lawyer of the year 2017, National Justice Awards of Bulgaria Themis the Price of Truth; Nominee Justice Abroad of the year 2018, National Justice Awards of Bulgaria Themis the Price of Truth; Most Elegant Female Lawyer of the year 2020, National Lifestyle Awards.

My personal favorites

When I take a break from my job, I enjoy trips to new places in the world. I like to immerse myself in the cultural experiences, to try

new tastes and aromas. I love coffee and delicious food - seafood and vegetarian especially. Fitness and sports are part of my life, so is meditation.

I also like to spend time at home and indulge in culinary experiments. Sometimes, I like to drive and listen to the music - this is how my legal strategy ideas are born. Art energizes me, so I always find a way to include it in my life.

I think that a person's way of life is reflected in their appearance. I like to look healthy and maintain emotional and physical balance and wellness.

I believe I'm not unique, I'm just motivated and well organized. With proper time management, positive energy and persistence, anyone can achieve success. I would like to inspire ambitious young people to work hard for their dreams, believe in goodness because it exists, let empathy guide their actions and believe in them. And yes, dreams do come true.

ANNA POPOVA AND EVELIN JECHEV ATTORNEYS AT

London, UK Headquarters 5 Great James Street Holborn, WC1N 3DB, London, United Kingdom

Tel.: +44 7391 035154 uk@londonistinvestments.com

Bentley Mulliner Batur

AS EXQUISITE AS IT IS EXCLUSIVE

Bentley Mulliner Batur is a super-powerful, two-seat grand tourer that only Mulliner could create. The car is named after Lake Batur, a 16 sq. km. crater lake in Kintamani on the island of Bali, Indonesia. The car styling, features and materials will define Bentley in the years to come.

Power without precedent

A thrilling vision

Limited to a production run of just 18 cars, the Batur is the latest coachbuilt vehicle to be created by Mulliner. It is a sleek hard-top coupé, characterised by a new, minimalist design language that will define the Bentley style.

THE FORTHCOMING ELECTRIC CAR ERA

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ike every coachbuilt car Mulliner creates, the Batur offers a level of luxury that only Mulliner can achieve, thanks to a veritable showcase of cutting-edge techniques and materials. The incredible performance of the Batur is driven by much more than its rapier-like silhouette. Beneath its gleaming bonnet lies the most powerful expression ever of the 6.0 litre, twin-turbocharged Bentley W12 engine. As the latest and greatest incarnation of Bentley’s trademark W12, it has been exclusively up-rated, to deliver a power output in the region of 740PS. Equipped with digital chassis technology that has been honed to perfection on the Continental GT Speed, the first Batur to be built will be an engineering prototype, named Car Zero, according to Mulliner’s standard coachbuilding conventions. It means that the apertures for the front and rear LED lights are narrower and more sharply defined. The grille is characterised by a more angular, technical design, with contrast-painted three-dimensional elements adding visual depth. It’s not just about the fine details, however. An elegant, elongated bonnet makes the car

Excellence in every detail

The interior of Batur inspired by the success of the interior design of the Bacalar builds on its core elements of cabin design and adds new sustainable luxury features.

appear as if it is sitting on its rear axle – an effect that serves to emphasize its muscular haunches and wide track. The long bonnet culminates in a more upright, confident interpretation of the famous Bentley grille. Taken together, these features result in a truly stunning new shape. The Batur is a remarkable example of form following function – because it is a car built exclusively to excite. High-performance composites made from flax offer a sustainable alternative to carbon fibre – strong and light yet with a much lower environmental footprint. Sustainably produced leathers are also available as an option exclusive to the Batur, using techniques that involve less water and aldehyde than traditional tanning, as are carpets crafted from recycled yarn. Leather-like textiles made from by-products of the coffee roasting process are also used in the car. Innovative combinations of precision additive manufacturing (often referred to as 3D printing) and premium or precious metals offer new opportunities to create something unique, from the bespoke titanium exhaust finishers to the optional 18-carat gold interior detailing.

BUGATTI W16 MISTRAL

A LIMITED RUN ROADSTER

The W16 Mistral opens the next chapter in the Bugatti roadster story, inspired by over a century of open top legends, states Mate Rimac.

The era-defining masterpiece

Speaking about the new W16 Mistral (the car gets its name from a wind that blows from the Rhône River valley and along the Côte d’Azur in southern France), Mate Rimac, Bugatti Rimac CEO, said, "For the final roadgoing appearance of Bugatti's legendary W16 engine, we knew we had to create a roadster. Well over 40% of all Bugatti vehicles ever created have been open-top in design, establishing a long lineage of performance icons that - to this day - are revered the world over. In the Chiron era there were, to-date, no roadster, so the introduction of W16 Mistral continues this legacy, driven by enormous demand from our clients for an all-new way to experience the mighty performance of our iconic engine." The new Bugatti W16 Mistral features the Chiron Super Sport's heavily turbocharged W16 engine that produces a heady 1,578 bhp and 1,600Nm of peak torque. The engine is paired to a 7-speed dual clutch gearbox that sends power to all four wheels of the roadster. The Bugatti W16 Mistral has a top speed of 420 km/h. Bugatti intends

to take the record for the World's Fastest Roadster with the Mistral, a record currently held by Hennessey Venom GT Spyder (427.44 km/h.). Described as “a watershed moment in the Bugatti story,” the W16 Mistral debuts in colours inspired by the Bugatti Type 57 Roadster Grand Raid of 1935, with its black paint and truffle brown with yellow accents. This colourway is also a nod to the black and yellow chosen by company founder Ettore Bugatti for some of his personal cars, including a Type 41 Royale. Fundamental changes to the Chiron’s design include how the C graphic on the side has been given a new, three-dimensional character, while the W16’s oil cooler intakes on the sides have been separated from the engine air intakes. The latter now sits on the roof, behind the driver and their lucky passenger. By sitting on the roof, the intakes are reminiscent of those fitted to the Type 57 Roadster Grand Raid, and the open-topped Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport. Achim Anscheidt, Bugatti

Stunning interior

The interior is a variation on the Chiron’s, with a pared back design in terms of toys and instead a focus on sheer quality and personalisation.

Design Director, said: “We totally reinvented its frontal appearance, in line with the vertical layout of our unique or few-off models like Divo and La Voiture Noire. It’s immediately imbued with a sense of exclusivity; the vertically stacked headlights are completely bespoke and the famous horseshoe grille is reimagined to be much more three-dimensional; both deeper and wider.” The interior is much like that of the Chiron, but with a few new details. One such is the gear shifter, which is machined from a solid block of aluminum as before, but now features a wood and amber insert, with Rembrandt Bugatti’s famous ‘dancing elephant’ motif sculptured within. Bugatti Rimac added: "With the roof removed, and a pair of large air intakes directly behind your head feeding around 70,000 liters of air through the engine every minute at full bore, driving the W16 Mistral connects you to the intricate workings of this revolutionary powertrain like no other Bugatti to date."

7EPOCHAL MERCEDES-BENZ CLASSIC CARS OF

Automobile heritage from one of the leading global suppliers of premium and luxury cars

Keeping up with the times and coming to know the latest news from the motor world is always more amazing if taken a look back and seen the iconic models from the legendary Mercedes-Benz.

The Mercedes-Benz 770 “Grand Mercedes” was launched in 1930. These inherently representative cars featured exceptional driving performance and outstanding ride comfort. An eight-cylinder in-line engine with a displacement of 7.7 litres ensured that the W 07 model series’ drivetrain met the exacting standard. The “Grand Mercedes”, built between 1930 and 1938, remained a highly exclusive vehicle, and only 117 units were built, in a number of different versions. Two of them can be admired at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Untertürkheim.

Having sported an extended cabin with an extra pair of side-rear windows, the 1937 Mercedes-Benz 320 Pullman Limousine was a spacious ride with plenty of rear compartment room enhanced by the presence of drink-coolers, storage boxes and other pleasant refinements. By increasing the cylinder bore up to 82.5 mm, the engine’s displacement was increased up to 3.2 litres. Its smooth running characteristics were further enhanced by adding 12 counterweights to the crankshaft – a measure that was resoundingly successful.

1937 1951

Mercedes-Benz 220 W 187 is a luxury car produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1951 to 1955. It featured a 4-door saloon (sedan) type body with a front located engine delivering power to the rear wheels. This engine was unusual in Europe at that time in having oversquare cylinder dimensions with a bore of 80.0 mm and a stroke of only 72.8 mm, which facilitated the design of an efficient reverse-flow cylinder head. Because of the extra power in what a heavy car was, by modern standards, the W187 was equipped with Duplex drum brakes.

1954

The Mercedes-Benz W180 is an inline 6-cylinder sedan, coupé, and convertible made from 1954 to 1959.The passenger cabin was lengthened to provide an increase in the legroom available to rear seat passengers. From the side these six cylinder cars can readily be distinguished from their shorter four cylinder siblings by the extra “quarter light” windows incorporated in the rear doors. The W180 was one in a series of Mercedes-Benz models to informally receive the “Ponton” nickname. This was in reference to the unibody-type, pontoon-shaped exterior styling.

The luxury-class Mercedes-Benz 220 SE “Tailfin” of the W 111 model series introduced in 1959 was the first passenger vehicle in the world with a safety body, made up of a rigid occupant compartment and energy-absorbing crumple zones at the front and rear. A test car slammed head-on into a solid obstacle. This marked the beginning of a new era in safety research. From then on, this made it possible to study the behaviour of vehicles and occupants in car accidents more closely using test cars and crash test dummies.

The Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 was a full-sized luxury performance car built by Mercedes Benz from 1968 to 1972. It featured the powerful 6.3-litre M100 V8 from the flagship 600 (W100) limousine installed in the normally six-cylinder powered Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL (W109). At the time of its release it was one of the world’s fastest four-door cars. It was able to cruise at over 200 km/h with 5 occupants in complete comfort. Standard features included air suspension, ventilated 4-wheel power disc brakes, power windows, central locking and power steering.

The Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL is a member of the brand’s S-Class family, belonging to the W126 generation. It was shot in the films A View to a Kill and GoldenEye. The body design, which diplomats and Arab sheikhs identify with the standard of intelligence and "high style", belongs to the Italian Bruno Sacco. This car is considered to be his best work. The engine produces a maximum power of 249 bhp - 185 kW at 5200 rpm and a maximum torque of 390 Nm at 3750 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive with a 4-speed automatic gearbox.

“I’m a man of simple tastes, I’m always satisfied with the best,”- says Oscar Wilde. Keeping in mind and absolutely agreeing with the great writer we carefully choose the novelties that will fulfil our traditional heading “Best of the Best”. It is impossible to completely reveal the mystery of creating today’s ultra-luxury things but we can say for sure that a special part of this splendour belongs to the brand’s traditions, craftsmanship never-ending search for perfection, always awakening creative mind.

TEST THE TIME

The Cartier Libre collection has traditionally been the line where watches are "crafted with full creative freedom." This direction of the house is one of the most important and dynamically developing: it is not surprising that the brand's watches have become the second most popular in the world. This model is a stunning piece, and a moment of real maturity and almost mainstream design for the Libre collection. The line between jewellery and watch blurs in this jewellery

timepiece, which can be worn in 2 ways. Thanks to a flexible-elasticated strap, it’s completely reversible. The watch is on the front, the bracelet on the back. Studded with 418 brilliant-cut diamonds and precious stones, the limited edition Libre is quartz-powered and comes in 3 versions. Inspiration from the watch was drawn from jewellery worn by actress Gloria Swanson, so if you saw this bracelet-watch combo and immediately wanted to descend a grand staircase - your intuition was spot-on.

SUPERIOR TEQUILA UNLIKE ANY OTHER

Chinaco commemorates fifty years of premium, authentic Mexican tequila with a reimagined bottle that pays tribute to Chinaco’s heritage and reinvigorates the brand’s presence in the U.S. market. Chinaco Tequila proudly holds two distinct titles as the following: it is the only tequila produced in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas and the first premium tequila to get recognition in the US market back in the 1980s, which changed the history of tequila in America forever. Chi-

naco’s distillery, La Gonzaleña, is a family-owned and operated business. It was founded in 1972. The Gonzalez family made a name in the tequila world, distilled tequila outside of Jalisco, and paved the way for premium tequila in America. Just a decade after its inception, Chinaco became available in the United States. Chinaco Tequila comes in three expressions – Blanco, Reposado and Añejo – each featuring unique taste profiles influenced by the different terrain and proximity to the ocean.

LOUIS VUITTON

FLEUR DU DÉSERT: ORIENTAL TALE

Louis Vuitton has been paying homage to the olfactory culture of the Middle East since 2018. This time the brand announces a novelty from the Les Parfums Louis Vuitton collection inspired by the diversity of this region. The new fragrance is the fifth in the collection. Fleur du Désert, like the rest of the brand’s boutique line, was created by Jacques Cavalier-Beltrud. When compiling the composition, Cavalier was inspired by the exotic beauty of oases, which the perfumer encountered during a tour

of the Saudi Arabian desert near Jeddah. The fragrance is based on three Middle Eastern plants - jasmine, orange blossom and damask rose. They are contrasted by deep Assam oud and light floral-honey notes. The fragrance is in bottles of 100 and 200 milliliters, the concentration is eau de parfum. The iconic Louis Vuitton flacon is not as simple as it seems in reality. It is made in black, but when rays of sunlight hit it, it turns purple. The perfume truly embodies the oriental tale with its aroma and flacon design.

WOODEN BIKE

For over a century, the name Hermès has been synonymous with the highest-class fashion to come out of Paris. Now, this luxury design house has decided to take crack at other industry - the cycling industry. The Hermès Odyssee Terra Compact Carrier Bike is an ultra-luxury pedal-powered bicycle. It is based on the balance between metal, woods, and leather, and really does come across as a clean and dazzling bicycle. The orange tone highlights the handlebars, wheels, and

the chainset. The way aluminum sits against the natural tone of ash wood is absolutely stunning. Aside from the cushy saddle and vibration-dampening tires, the bike is equipped with Gates Carbon drivetrain. At the end of the day, the Odyssey isn’t just a bicycle; it’s a fashion statement, and if you see flexing the name Hermès on any product, it is something to behold. According to product details the bike is 154.6 centimeters long and weighs 14 kilograms. The listed price is more than $24,000.

TIMELESS MODERNITY

René Lalique became synonymous with French Art Nouveau decorative arts. His works are gifted with a soul which has always enchanted our daydreams. A soul that a few objects can revive... In 1927, René Lalique’s boundless imagination and creative genius lead to the creation of the Bacchantes vase with the iconic design. Since its original release, it has been a staple in the collection and has become a lasting symbol of celebrated style. In 1929 Languedoc vase fashioned in

satin-finished and re-polished crystal was designed. The kaleidoscopic effect of the Mossi Vase (1933) is both a stroke of creative genius and a feat of technical mastery. The Champs Elysees bowl with crystal leaves (1951) is the result of Marc Lalique inspiration. All these authentic interior design accessory of modernity continue to leave admirers spellbound. Combining design and crystal, the touch of a contemporary artist stimulates tradition and offer a revealing insight into the core spirit of Lalique.

LONDONIST DMC BRANCH & LONDONIST INVESTMENTS

YOUR BEST HOME AWAY FROM HOME

Londonist believes that the best home away from home experience can be created with the help of an inspired team, innovative technology, and intentional partnerships. This mission guides them in providing students and partners with a seamless accommodation experience. They’ve witnessed tremendous growth from 800 to 1500 rooms across 50+ locations in London and Dublin.

Mr. Gandecha, you have been offering real estate agency services since 2013. How have they been expanded within recently?

Real estate is at the core of what we do, and our concentration has mainly been on the UK and Turkish markets. To assist our clients in making the best investment decisions, we provide them access to the most recent information and statistics on the real estate market. We provide these destinations with tailored property investment opportunities from countries such as the UK, Turkey, Greece, Cyprus, etc.

As an international company with offices in London, Istanbul, and Shanghai, our aim at Londonist Investments is to provide customers with suitable real estate investments. We take real estate consultancy services one step further with our portfolio of commercial, residential, and office investments in the UK, Turkey, Cyprus, Dubai, and Greece. Our experienced team is available to assist our customers with making the best investment in the international real estate market. We gradually expanded our consumer base and brand in China last autumn. We launched the ‘Help to Buy Seminar,’ targeting young Chinese profession-

als who are new to working life in the UK, and it was a huge success. This year, we launched a business in Dubai and built collaborations with local developers to expand our business in the Middle East market. By adopting a personalised approach, we are able to assist our customers from start to finish with a tailored service approach. Our worldwide and local employees adhere to international service standards, providing them with incredible options from our global portfolio.

Ms. Suleimanova, apart from brilliant implementation of the projects on your own and being awarded by Property Week as ‘Highly Recommended Sales and Letting Agency’ 2022, you are also engaged in the global partnership. Please tell us what opportunities are given to the clients on the basis of it.

We have the best selection of PBSA buildings for students across London and have agreements with 15+ providers, carefully selected in London's best and most convenient locations. These contracts are of varying lengths but they highlight our strength moving forward in the sector. Rooms are taken on a nomination basis so that we can offer short- and long-term accommodation. Our flexible stays benefit students seeking a short-term accommodation solution, and we stand out by offering flexible tenancies anywhere from 2 to 52 weeks, giving students more confidence in managing their bookings and extending stays in London.

Inspired team, innovative technology, and international partnerships.

Mr. Gandecha, what are the market trends in the real estate industry nowadays?

As of June 2022, average home prices in the United Kingdom increased by 7.8%, down from 12.8% in May. In addition, annual house price inflation decreases due to tax break modifications in June 2021. The Office of National Statistics (ONS) indicates a steep decline in house price inflation in the year to June. Property investment in Turkey and Greece has also become increasingly popular. For their fascinating indigenous culture, spectacular natural landscape, desirable lifestyle, and abundant educational resources, Turkey and Greece have piqued investors' interest worldwide. Turkey's and Greece's favourable immigration policies (Turkey's investment immigration policy and Greece's golden visa) are also essential factors in attracting the international market. In addition, Dubai is becoming one of the most attractive investment locations due to its tax policy and high net investment.

Mr. Erturk, continuing to talk about market trends,

please tell us about that of student accommodation. We are experiencing exceptional demand for Londonist residences, and the numbers have eclipsed preceding years. The return and relevance of campus-based learning have played a significant role in the desire for these PBSA facilities, and the trend post covid is on an upward trajectory. Flexible short- and long-term stays have also appealed to a broader section of the student community, satisfying the needs of people pursuing short courses and more extended degree programmes. Studio room models have also gained popularity with students who book with us. We’ve also noticed a high value placed by students on residences with ancillary facilities and services such as communal areas, gym facilities, and organised activities. Students also enquire more about Londonist central locations, due to the benefit of a shorter commute and reduced reliance on public transport. Demographically, there has been an incredible demand from Chinese and Indian students, who are more likely to pursue postgraduate opportunities. The reinstatement of the post-study work visa now means International graduates can now remain in the UK for 2 years or 3 years if studying at the Ph.D. level once they have completed their degree to work or search for work. It aligns the UK with the US and other destinations for international students. The sector is also experiencing a rise in demand from second and third-year students and postgraduates. Parents are now choosing supportive, well-managed Londonist student residences over non-managed shared homes, considered the least safe option. It leaves the PBSA and BTR (Buy To Rent) sectors attractive propositions. At Londonist, we constantly explore innovative technology solutions to enhance the experience we provide to students. We developed a virtual reality tour allowing students to discover and experience our premium accommodation facilities remotely. An innovative application built by our team with integrations to event discovery programs. We are one of the few companies to combine a self-serve student application with events and experience discovery. Having tracked trends in the accommodation sector over the past year, we have responded by launching an online Student Portal offering students a one-stop destination for managing reservations for London attractions and services. This sync allows students to discover local events, experiences, and discounted products. Students can also use the student portal to access check-in and check-out times & view invoices. Students are exposed to experiences from Historic Royal Palaces, Evan Evans, Uber Boat, Liverpool Football Club, British Airways, Up the O2 & many more.

BEYOND IMMIGRATION

TOP 7 COUNTRIES

Citizenship and residency by investment

At Beyond, they believe in the right combination of talented people and teamwork to deliver client service beyond extraordinary. They are an independent boutique investment migration firm helping clients achieve their dreams. They pride themselves as being among the best in the world when it comes to client service and technical excellence. They provide clear, intelligent and objective advice driven by long-term relationships. Polina Revzina is the Principal Partner of the firm and Tatiana Tolstaia - Managing Director. We present to your attention Top 7 countries with their citizenship opportunities and benefits.

GREECE

The Greek Golden Visa program requires a person to make an economic contribution to the country with rich history and traditions. Investors are required to purchase property with a value of no less than EUR 250,000 or to invest no less than EUR 400,000 into a Greek company, or Government bonds or in a large mutual fund that exclusively invests in Greek stocks and bonds. In exchange, the applicants and their families are granted permanent residence in Greece.

BENEFITS: Right to live permanently in Greece. Most affordable real estate investment option for residency in EU (from EUR 250,000). Travel within 26 countries of Schengen zone without a visa. Minimal residency requirement – no minimum time to be spent in the country. Children up to the age of 21 and dependent parents can be included.

SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS

St Kitts & Nevis leaves a big impression on everyone who travels here. Boasting warm climates year-round, world-class golf courses, ivory sand beaches and stunning tropical rainforests, there’s a lot more to these sister islands than meets the eye. This Caribbean country has the oldest and most well-known citizenship by investment program in the world. For a reasonable contribution into the country’s economy starting from USD 150,000 the applicants and their family can get a second passport.

BENEFITS: Visa-free travel to 152 countries of the world including the UK and the EU. A fast way to get a second passport within 4-6 months. All family members such as spouses, dependent children under 30, parents and unmarried siblings can be included into the application.

MALTA

Malta is an EU member country and offers a unique citizenship through naturalisation by exceptional opportunity. To qualify for citizenship, the main applicant must make a nonrefundable contribution to the National Development and Social Fund starting from EUR 600,000 and meet strict compliance and residency requirements.

BENEFITS: Fastest way to get an EU passport – from 15 months. Right to live, work and study in all 27 countries of the EU. Visa-free travel to 183 countries of the world.

USA

The USA EB-5 Visa requires an individual to make a significant economic contribution to the economy of the United States within a prescribed format. Make an investment of USD 800,000 in a new commercial enterprise that is in a targeted commercial area, including rural areas or areas with unemployment of at least 150% that of the national average. Create full-time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, where indirect employment is permitted. Active management of the enterprise is not required. Spouse and children under 21 are also eligible to apply.

BENEFITS: Right to work, live and study in the USA. Access to a world-class education and lifestyle. Viable route to acquiring US citizenship.

UNITED KINGDOM

United Kingdom is open for high skilled migrants (UK Skilled Worker visa), innovative businesses (UK Innovator visa) and leaders in one of the following fields: academia or research. arts and culture, digital technology (UK Global Talent visa).

BENEFITS: Right to live, work and study in the UK, get permanent residency in 5 years and British passport in 6 years. Europe’s most favourable tax regime for non-domiciled residents’ World-class

SPAIN

The benefits of acquiring Spanish Golden Visa include the right to work, live and study in Spain. Besides it may also offer a viable route to acquiring Spanish citizenship for investors especially for those who make Spain their main country of residence and meet additional criteria. Investors are required to make a purchase of real estate with a minimum investment of EUR 500,000.

BENEFITS: Right to live permanently in Spain. Travel within 26 countries of Schengen zone without a visa. Minimal residency requirement – no minimum time to be spent in the country. Children up to the age of 21 and dependent parents can be included. Alternative residence programs for self-sufficient individuals are also available.

PORTUGAL

Portugal Golden Visa grants residency in Portugal to people who invest in properties worth at least €350,000. Dependent children and parents can qualify under the same application. You can apply for Portuguese citizenship after five years of legal residency.

BENEFITS: Minimal residency requirement – only 14 days to be spent in the country every 2 years. Right to work, live and study in Portugal with the Golden visa. Viable route to acquiring Portuguese citizenship for investors. Portuguese citizens can enjoy the freedom of work, live and study in all 27 EU states. Alternative residence programs for self-sufficient individuals also available.

SKIN

INTERIOR DESIGN FIRM

Award-winning SKIN is a boutique interior design firm specialising in high-end residential design. Co-founders Lauren Lozano Ziol and Michelle Jolas offer an exceptional level of service and project management skills. SKIN holds a strong understanding of all elements of design, materials, style and scale resulting in nothing short of exquisite and sophisticated spaces.

Impressive background

Lauren Lozano Ziol is considered to be one of Chicago’s top interior designers and has been featured in Elle Decor, Dering Hall, Modern Luxury Interiors, Chicago Magazine, CS Interiors, Country &Town House, Elle Decoration, Design et al Magazine, Luxe Interiors, and more. Living in both London and Paris multiple times has helped Lauren refine her eye for history, detail and created her passion for travel. She launched her own line of

furniture in 2010. She has degrees in interior design and art history. Lauren also has extensive experience working at auction houses and antique stores. Michelle Jolas is a serial entrepreneur with a career in graphic arts, working for top global advertising agencies managing campaigns for international luxury brands. Her love of design has always spanned from graphic to interior design. She is constantly on the hunt for vintage finds, frequenting estate sales and auction houses. Mi-

Timeless items you love in a space that is uniquely for you

chelle also is an avid photographer featuring her travel photos.

Spectacular approach

Lauren and Michelle merged their talents and experience over many years in order to take interior design to a new, never-seen-before level. Michelle’s graphic sensibility is the perfect complement to Lauren’s old world aesthetic. They take a modern approach to design that is built on fundamentals and their top priority is educating clients on design, furniture and art history. Each project by Lauren and Michelle showcases their classic yet edgy trademark look, combining styles, such as a Louis IV table with Milo Baughman chairs.

SKIN’s mission, vision and creativity

SKIN’s name reflects the Co-founders’ belief that environments should be more than ‘skin deep’. SKIN implies layers, not only in the layers of detail in their interiors but in fully getting to know the client so that their own unique personality is expressed in every curated detail. SKIN is dedicated to ensuring their clients understand the provenance and the pieces curated throughout their home and interprets their client’s vision with attention to detail and artistic skill by listening to them and learn-

ing about their needs and personalities to create a space that is uniquely theirs. Environments have never been more important. They state that the right combination of colours, organisation, textures, prints and patterns all have the power to change a mood. SKIN aims to create surroundings for people with beautiful things they love, which inspire confidence, ambition, passion and creativity. They believe that interior design is the gift of beauty that unlocks infinite potential and divine creativity. Their mission is to push boundaries and educate people of the emotional impact made by their surroundings.

Unprecedented

exclusivity

Alongside their interior design services, SKIN offers additional operations including a custom-made furniture line designed by Ziol and inspired by French Art Deco. Aside from furniture line, a staple of their design is revitalising furniture to both blend in and stand out in a new world context. They love to reupholster, repaint, and bring antiques back to life. SKIN also organises shopping excursions in many cities including London, Paris, New York, San Francisco and Miami. These personalised shopping trips are an exciting way to work one-on-one with Lauren and Michelle and see the world’s most sought-after insider furniture markets, design shows and antique stores.

TESSY ANTONY DE NASSAU

BUSINESSWOMAN WITH A GOLDEN HEART

Tessy Antony de Nassau is a social entrepreneur, businesswoman, philanthropist, UNAids ambassador, public speaker, activist, army veteran, and mother. Mrs. Antony de Nassau is the Founder of the Global consultancy “Finding Butterflies” as well as Fashion Label Human Highness. Her foundation, Professors Without Borders, brings top-level educators and global experts to the doorsteps of students worldwide in order to develop their talent.

Making the world happier

Mrs. Antony de Nassau, Professors Without Borders is unprecedented and such kinds of initiatives are an acute need of the modern world. Who can participate in this project and how does the educational process take place?

The vision of Professors Without Borders is to build a community of passionate educators dedicated to ensuring holistic higher education experiences worldwide, thereby equipping students to have the skills to be inspiring leaders and have a meaningful impact in their communities. We have a large roster of incredible professors from all corners of the world who are experts in their discipline and eager to share their knowledge with people who might not have access to certain educational experiences. However, we are always accepting inspiring volunteer professors who want to get involved in the noble mission of increasing equal access in education; they can start the process by registering at online.prowibo.com. Similarly, we have a registry of equally amazing partners who work with us to organize programmes where we can connect our professors to students. Professors Without Borders’ number one priority is to understand our partner’s needs and desires and implement a programme that meets their expectations and ameliorate the student’s experience.

What key events have you already planned in the framework of Professors Without Borders?

curating our reality. By creating artistic objects, we are sculpting ourselves. This is the operative engine of Human Highness design. You find it at human-highness.com. The Human Highness Woman. Instead of focusing on her race, age, marital status, nationality or occupation, we visualize a woman who constantly strives to become the best version of herself, keeping her head held high based on her own life values. She is inspired to give those around her because of her sense of gratitude, love and abundance. She is emerging from deep within herself to her highest potential. Human Highness collaborates with artist and creative icon Thomas Iser to launch its first Human Highness X Thomas Iser NFT collection. The collection, #universalhumanity, was inspired by the sustainable development goals (SDGs) and aims at raising awareness on some global topics like diversity, peace, and climate change. The artistic imageries that are part of this collection are meant to give hope, mark resilience, and empower people. This very special collaboration brings exclusivity, street art, and digital creation to the next level available on Makersplace.

My children and my husband are pure bliss. I feel very lucky and privileged to have them in my life. What makes me truly happy is to connect with people. I like to meet new friends and find their matching piece in my network. It gives me a great deal of satisfaction to then see two of my friends come together and explore common interests.

Since our inception we have implemented a wide variety of programmes in dozens of different countries. As we are slowly emerging from the pandemic and travel restrictions have been cancelled, we hit the ground running with our in-person programmes again. This year, we have already had successful projects in Kenya, Nigeria, Thailand, Malaysia, Guinea, Uganda, and Senegal. In September, we will be heading to Kathmandu with a new partner: the Institute of Integrated Development Studies with professors from Mauritius, the United Kingdom, and Brazil. We also have the ThinkTanks, multiple publications, and will be hosting the first Professors Without Borders Gala later this year to help fund more of our work in the future.

Please tell us more about Fashion Label Human Highness. What is its vision and mission?

Human Highness is a luxury sustainable womenswear brand that celebrates balance, creativity and timeless beauty in simplicity. We believe in elegance with a touch of a super heroic upliftment. For us it’s important to work closely with the artisans who are making our products and we choose materials based upon sustainability and creativity. Each piece is handcrafted and painstakingly tailored in Estonia. We are in no way perfect and will never claim to be, but aim to be transparent and hold ourselves accountable to you - if we together empower each other to be centered by love then only good can grow out of it. By designing our vision, we are designing our consciousness. By curating our dreams, we are

What are the most crucial issues that contemporary society should pay attention to? How do you see their solutions?

Our society lacks attention. We are constantly being disturbed by pings of new tweets, messages, postings etc. Our society has lost the ability to focus being it on a one-toone dialogue, being it on forming personal relationships or solving current problems. We urgently need to go offline and look around us and realise what we have and where this society stands. Social media is a cancer not only poisoning our society and trying to divide us but also the biggest waste of time since human life existence. As a mother of 4 this worries me daily. We in the west live in a world full of abundance and infinite possibilities but are as close as never before to steer the ship into the iceberg. Our political system unfortunately seems to be too rigid to react in the appropriate time to the biggest challenges we face: climate change will not only lead to more extreme weather events and therefore higher mortality but also the laziness of our western lifestyles will make us vulnerable to understand these changes before we have lost.

Seeing the fruits of your labour is undoubtedly the source of satisfaction. What else makes you happy?

My children and my husband are pure bliss. I feel very lucky and privileged to have them in my life. What makes me truly happy is to connect with people. I like to meet new friends and find their matching piece in my network. It gives me a great deal of satisfaction to then see two of my friends come together and explore common interests. I have friends who created successful endeavours with one another, friends who fell in love even got married, and I love that wherever I go in the world there is always someone I know that I can visit and catch up with.

Alina Polner

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTANT AND COACH

The success of any therapy depends significantly on the existence of a relationship of trust with the therapist, states Alina Polner, psychological consultant and coach. She helps her clients to release their anxieties, figure out their inner conflicts, develop new coping mechanisms and start living their life to its fullest potential. To do this, she has to deliver non-commoditized solutions and highly personalised therapy or coaching.

Mrs. Polner, what are the hallmarks of your “HIGH LIFE METHOD”? What is your mission as a specialist?

My transformational method is designed to transform your life or specific areas of it radically rather than just adding value to it. I want you to have a clear vision of your current situation, the reality, true motives and inner thoughts. You can't go to the future without the analysis of your past. When experience and patterns become conscious, my clients stop playing the same old games; they give up their addictions, make the best choices and find great limitless sources for intrinsic motivation.

As an anxiety expert, I support my clients in this field too. In modern life, anxiety has become the number 1 motivation for achieving goals. Driven by fear, you might go far but not for long. Extrinsic motivation such as sex, money, fame etc. will give you energy to achieve but will take your happiness, fun and life from you, burned out/depressed, tired/fed up with life, addicted and lonely.

you in whatever it takes you to get exactly what you need and want the most.

What are the most common problems that people come to you with?

I equip my clients with a clear sense of purpose and meaning, confidence and autonomy. The beautiful soul needs a beautiful body. The transformation will lead you to healthy, longevity lifestyle full of energy, success, great sex, creativity, fun and joy. Be ready for life with NATURAL HIGHS & NO LIMITS.

SUCCESS. In the modern world, the feeling of anxiety is the stick that drives us up the chain of desire. The feeling of success is the carrot that awaits us at the top of the chain. Success is very much like a drug: it makes you feel good, you don't know what you are missing until you experience it. Once you experience it, you want more; and in your attempts to recapture that first high, you will have to resort to ever bigger "doses." If success is like a drug, some drugs are like success: a cocaine high, very much resembles the rush of success. Once people experience success, something strange happens.

I equip my clients with a clear sense of purpose and meaning, confidence and autonomy. The beautiful soul needs a beautiful body. The transformation will lead you to healthy, longevity lifestyle full of energy, success, great sex, creativity, fun and joy.

I work differently with everyone, simply because everyone I work with is different. I don't follow any templates; every time I design a completely bespoke, perfectly fitted programme for the person in front of me. I will always support

They recognize that success feels very, very good: it may not be as intense as an orgasm, but it is longer lasting and unlike an orgasm, is multidimensional in the way it feels good. Having recognized this, people form a new goal for themselves: to obtain the feeling of success for its own sake. After a while that strive for success will leave you feeling empty, unmotivated, depressed or burned out. I help my clients to find and identify their Massive Transformational Purpose. After you are equipped with the MTP, you enter into a WHOLE NEW WORLD, where success is inevitable. This is what is called THE HIGH LIFE.

Alina Polner: “Your future depends on many things, but mostly upon you.”

PHOTO CREDITS: GERMAN LARKIN

One of your catchphrases is the following: “The higher the anxiety, the greater the potential.” What do you mean?

The feeling of anxiety physiologically is almost the same as the feeling of excitement. Anxiety can be transformed into your superpower, an unlimited source of motivation, energy and success. Know your Anxiety. Your early life beliefs, values, experiences, assumptions, and expectations have all been wired in your brain, most of it is unconscious for you. Imagine how much energy, time and money you burn to numb yourself? The trauma drama often becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy or pattern. You can have it ALL, be successful, happy and healthy, to love and be loved - LIVE WITHOUT ANXIETY. To live a purposeful life with NO FEAR you have to acknowledge Who You Are. I help my clients to figure out their inner conflicts, unleash their Shadow talents and gifts and identify their unique purpose in life.

What are the main “enemies” for a person to become what he/she ought to be or could be? We live in a fast pace world, HIGH ON DOPAMINE. Dopamine is important in our everyday life, outside the feelings of pleasure. It plays a role in everything from your motivation to mood & memory. Having a healthy level of dopamine is necessary. If your body doesn’t produce enough, it can lead to problems such as depression, insomnia, lack of motivation & a low libido.

When does dopamine become a problem? Dopamine releases are responsible for people becoming addicted. When dopamine releasing activities: sex, work, Instagram, shopping, alcohol, drugs, traveling, eating, training etc., become the coping mechanism with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem & negative emotion. You are spiraling in trouble. It starts with rejection of the reality and a fake feeling of being in control. The brain will always find a way to justify your choices and actions, as it wants to have the simplest dopamine release, with the least effort needed.

For example: A Detox starting on Monday, a rare Birkin bag, shopping, a fashion show, a new car, a private jet, a new girlfriend/boyfriend. All of the above gives you a motivation for becoming a better version of yourself and false sense of hope, causing more anxiety afterwards.

When you receive your delivery from Hermès, build your super yacht, get a model girlfriend, bidding for the Picasso or acquiring your rare classic car, you feel your life

is about to change for better but unfortunately this is not for very long & it will not fulfill you. This will constantly be repeated until you get a new goal, and go after it. The same pattern is happening again and again until the realisation comes. You are in a dopamine hole. Remember one thing there is never enough of dopamine, you can't win this game.

Thinking of getting yourself out of this? Change is possible. This is the first step. I consult my clients on how to start living a purposeful fulfilling life. Entailing you with truly luxury lifestyle choices. Be ready for life with NATURAL HIGHS & NO LIMITS.

Why does one need a consultant?

“Everyone needs a coach” Bill Gates says. World’s most wildly successful people have a consultant/coach. Modern man lives under the illusion that he knows what he wants, while he actually knows what he is supposed to want.

What we see now is an unprecedented amount of people trying to find out WHO THEY ARE. By choosing to believe A GURU, FORTUNETELLER, MENTOR, SHAMAN, ASTROLOGY or HUMAN DESIGN.

All of the above-mentioned issues are very helpful on your path to autonomy, BUT you are THE EXPERT of yourself, this is your JOB to figure it out. With NO SHORT CUTS.

In order to live THE HIGH LIFE you NEED to have a REQUEST FOR IT.

It is an expensive, time-consuming, sometimes unpleasant, or even painful process which makes a TRULY LUXURY result, which is YOU.

I can't help everyone; my clients choose me intuitively and never regret.

If you are an achiever, love life, ready to assess your past and ambitious enough for a limitless future. I am your Coach.

THE HIGH LIFE is DANGEROUS, SEXY, FULL OF ENERGY, LOVE & MOTIVATION, SUCCESS, FUN, OPPORTUNITIES & FLOW.

How do you work with your clients?

Mutual, perpetual NDA comes first. The nature of consultation and the fact of it remain confidential for the ultimate comfort and confidence. The key to success is the “chemistry” and alignment between the client and the coach; it dramatically increases the success rate and otherwise. This orientation on client success is why I don't work online.

INSTITUT AUF DEM ROSENBERG

The Space Habitat

Pioneering Swiss boarding school Institut auf dem Rosenberg has recently unveiled the Rosenberg Space Habitat (RSH), which will serve as an experimental lab for students to explore and actively shape the future of humanity on our planet and beyond.

The world’s tallest 3D-printed polymer structure

Co-created by Rosenberg students and SAGA Space Architects with sustainable materials to intentionally fit inside SpaceX’s Starship rocket, the structure is the world's tallest 3D-printed polymer structure measuring 23-feet high. The RSH will be a site of research for students to learn about the fundamental conditions and architectural designs humans need to thrive, whether on Earth or in space. The project is based on the vision of planet-centred and need-lead innovation, teaching students not to fear new technology, but to embrace it and design it to its next generation.

“At Rosenberg, infusing education with real-life context is at the heart of what we do, rather than focusing on pure academics alone,” said Bernhard Gademann, Director General of Rosenberg. “Our aim is to provide future leaders with early exposure to the question of advanced space exploration, allowing our students to approach and solve these complex questions from a collaborative and holistic point of view.”

SAGA Space Architects and Rosenberg students (ages six to 18) closely collaborated over two years to execute the vessel’s design, which started with creative problem solving activities during SAGA Space’s Lunar mission in Greenland. Inspired by this experience, students decided to closely collaborate with SAGA to

design a Rosenberg Habitat to house Rosenberg’s resident robot Spot® by partner Boston Dynamics® with initial creative concepts and paper models. The RSH’s outer shell was 3D-printed at a large scale in Milan, while the interior structure was built in Copenhagen in collaboration with high-tech partners Camozzi and Ingersol. The use of polymer in 3D printing is revolutionary, as it provides more versatility than concrete that is used in most 3D printed structures. The Rosenberg-specific recipe includes a UV stabilizer that results in a flexible, yet durable material that is recyclable – it can be broken down and reprinted into a different structure. The three-storey habitat is built to house a crew of two and is used as a hands-on research centre where students can be engaged in immersive learning modules that activate creative problem solving. The first floor is dedicated to hygiene, lab research, and workshop facilities to use robots from other partners such as ABB for 3D or future delivery multifunctional co-bots; the second is designed for work, recreation, and entertainment; and the third is intended for privacy and rest. With mental wellbeing and sustainability at the forefront of the design, the space and Vitra furniture are designed to be multi-functional, allowing for multiple activities within the limited vessel. Experiments conducted from the RSH will explore human well-being, using facilities to test hard-

Experiments conducted from the RSH will explore human well-being, using facilities to test hardware and software tools and applications, and to develop monitoring tools for remote mission control systems.

ware and software tools and applications, and to develop monitoring tools for remote mission control systems. Learners will also explore the importance of sensory stimulation in remote living environments with light, sound, and smell installations. Valuable experiential learning projects will enhance skills in systems-thinking by working with automated mechatronics and observing independent communication and deeper learning of artificial intelligence.

“The Rosenberg Space Habitat is state-of-the-art in analogue space habitats. It was developed in record time from initial sketches to the final fully functioning habitat in just months,” said Sebastian Frederiksen, Founder of SAGA Space Architects. “Furthermore, this is a great example of how working with outer space is pushing the boundaries of technology and architecture here on Earth as well, as this is the tallest 3D-printed plastic ‘house’ in the world. This is just the beginning of the habitat, and now the research and education begin. Hopefully, we are going to learn a lot about living on the Moon.”

Additional features of the RSH include a drone port and Spot®, which can go on automated walks, take photos, and collect data in the adjacent Climate Garden, a further collaboration with ETH Zurich. The RSH is housed in Rosenberg’s self-sustaining Future Park, a state-of-the-art outdoor experimental space powered by wind trees where students can undertake projects guided by Rosenberg Artisans (teachers) and expert partners in the fields of science, technology, and design.

BELCANTO

THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN OF DUBAI OPERA

The fine dining concept, Belcanto, has opened its doors on the rooftop of the iconic Dubai Opera. Merging the artistry and sophistication of Italian cuisine with a seductively elegant atmosphere, Belcanto promises an experience of a lifetime, transporting guests to a faraway dream where their every wish can come true.

Belcanto is set to become Dubai’s latest elegant dining concept

Translated from Italian into ‘beautiful song’, Belcanto is an elegant new dining concept that is the jewel in the crown of the iconic Dubai Opera. The concept of Belcanto is the manifestation of the Vasilchuk Brothers’ vision, the founders of Restart 354, the regional expansion of Europe’s largest restaurant group - Restart. A place where guests discover the beauty of sensual experience that is orchestrated through each of the five senses, Belcanto is a venue that marries the creativity and refinement of Italian cuisine with exceptional dining experience. It is open every night from 6pm to 12pm. By completely covering the restaurant from Dubai Opera’s halls, the design by acclaimed Paul Bishop allows Belcanto to create a new world within Dubai Opera. Every corner holds new eye-catching details to discover and engage the senses with quintessential European styling and aesthetics, as well as bespoke elements that build on the unique dining and European flair of the restaurant. No expense has been spared on the details, as the interior speaks of pure elegance with monochromatic palettes including teases of wood, crushed emerald greens, blood red cordovan hues, heavy velvets, printed filigree fret-cut leathers, and features striking crystal chandeliers and dramatic pillars that reminds the time and place of a classic opera space. You will always admire its well-thought atmosphere.

Guests will feel welcomed and hosted in a refined manner, wrapped in contemporary details and new design methods.

As the interior signifies sophistication, the authentic Italian gastronomic journey escorts guests to a feeling of comfort and belonging. Belcanto’s superlative menu called Libretto is inspired by the text of musical works in an opera. Led by Brand Chef Giacomo Lombardi, the signature dishes from Prologue to Epilogue were meticulously built on classic stories refined with modernity. A world champion of the Neapolitan Pizza, Chef Vincenzo Palermo will offer guests a culinary journey to the heart of Italy with his great passion for work and expertise in making authentic Italian pizzas. To end the dining experience on a sweet note, Executive Pastry Chef Anthony Falcone brings his prowess from a variety of Michelin-starred restaurants, creating diverse selection of world-class pastries including his signature crafts like Primavera Alla Fragola and

World-class cuisine

Belcanto is the place where superlative classical Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist, curated by a team of award-winning chefs is served.

Eclaire Foresta Nera. Elevating the culinary scene, Chef Sommelier Nicola Panelli with his team, takes guests to an eccentric world of wine and food pairing through an expertly curated menu. Another highlight of the Belcanto experience is the bar, headed by Mikhail Melnik, award-winning Head Bartender from The World’s 50 Best Bars for five consecutive years. Belcanto’s intriguing menu complements its cuisine with complex and elevated libations, including the signature Creole Swizzle, Milk Basil Smash and Emilia Romagna’s Old Fashioned. A grand piano sits on the centre stage of the restaurant, where celebrated musicians are invited to perform. The seductive and welcoming ambiance manifests the desire for a night to remember. Belcanto is truly a point of the exceptional beauty of sensual experience, magic and mystery.

MAJESTAS GROUP

ELITE ENTERTAINMENT & HOSPITALITY WORLD

Majestas Group is the leading curator of luxury dining, entertainment experiences and indulgent living. It represents the evolution of Flavio Briatore’s “Billionaire Life” holding, born in Porto Cervo, Italy, in 1998. Today, Majestas continues its global development through a growing number of iconic brands in gateway capitals and luxury leisure destinations, recreating unique atmospheres and vibes.

With an eclectic Italian and New Asian culinary offer and a stunning, just refurbished venue, Twiga Monte Carlo provides its global modern tribe with lively and memorable nights, with a renewed focus on the dining journey and a revamped and adventurous cocktail menu. Its fun-loving clientele is spoiled regularly with resident artists like Cabaret Rouge, Alessandro Ristori & The Portofinos, Tanzania Acrobatic Experience, Encanto Amazonia and much more to come for the upcoming season. Starting in November, on Wednesdays, Twiga Restaurant will take guests through a themed gourmet journey, unveiling each time its varied culinary and beverage excellence.

Open every day from 7pm until late. Dress code: Smart Casual

TWIGA MEMORABLE NIGHTS

COVA HISTORICAL ITALIAN BRAND

This historical Italian brand has two venues in Monte Carlo. Cova on Boulevard Des Moulins, elegant and classy, is the perfect choice at any time of year, for an espresso break, a leisurely lunch or a late aperitivo. New addition in town is the new Cova at Palais de La Plage, attracting locals and tourists alike, with its laid-back atmosphere and kitchen open all day on its large sun-kissed dehors. Cova is at your service and ready to deliver its treats and bespoke cakes right onboard or wherever you wish!

Open from 8am to 8pm

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LONDON CONCOURS 2022

CLASSIC CAR SPECTACULAR SHOW

The London Concours, presented by Montres Breguet, closed its doors following three sold out days, with over 8,000 guests and fabulous cars in a glorious setting. Hosted at the Honourable Artillery Company, a five-acre oasis of green close to Bank, the event played host to over 100 of the finest privately owned vehicles, spanning over 100 years of motoring vehicles.

The final day of this year’s event was the ever popular ‘Supercar Day’, presented by Amari Lifestyle, in association with Drivers Union. On its third day, the show welcomed the exclusive supercar owners club, which brought along 50 of its members’ finest cars, gracing the HAC lawns alongside 100 of the world’s rarest and most collectible cars. Cars on display ranged from the fearsome Lamborghini Diablo SV to its modern successor, the equally wild Aventador SV, from the McLaren 675LT to the stripped-out Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale – along with everything in between.

In all, around 100 cars were on display across eight classes. The main concours event classes included the ‘Pursuit

of Speed’, ‘Great Marques – Mercedes-Benz’, the ‘Japanese Jewels’ and ‘The Italian Spiders’. Each of the classes was packed with rarities, from the Ferrari 250 GT California SWB to the Mercedes-Benz 300SL ‘Gullwing’ and the Ferrari F50, but as ever there could only be one ‘Best in Show’. After much deliberation the London Concours’ expert committee of 17 judges settled on the wonderful 1967 Toyota 2000GT as the overall winner, rising to the top of an exceptional field. Ultra-rare - one of just 351 cars built - the 2000GT was introduced with the help of Yamaha to act as a halo model for Toyota’s range. With its stunning looks, sweet straight-six and multitude hightech features - the GT certainly delivered on its brief. The judges were all very taken by this bona fide Japanese Jewel, which now rightfully ranks among the most coveted classics of all.

Elsewhere, the prestigious Chairman’s Award - given each year to the car that the London Concours’ chairman would most like to take home from the event – went to one of the most stunning Ferraris - perhaps one of the

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most stylish motor cars of all - the Ferrari 250 GT California SWB. This nigh-on priceless drop top brought a healthy dose of Modenese glamour to event, looking very much at home on the sunkissed lawns of the HAC, leaving all who gazed upon it firmly in its thrall. Other show winners included the mighty, twin turbocharged V8 Koenigsegg Agera S in the ‘Pursuit of Speed’ class, the graceful Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing in the ‘Great Marques: Mercedes’ category, with the Cadillac Sedan De Ville triumphing in the ‘Fins and Chrome’ class, which celebrated the most outrageous ‘50s and ‘60s American metal. Outside the main concours classes, there were plenty of other astonishing cars on display. The ‘Coachbuilts and Concepts’ display assembled a wonderful range of one off vehicles, including the joystick driven Mercedes-Benz F200 Imagination Concept from 1996, while the ‘Ode to Ducati’ delivered some stunning two wheeled machinery, including the ultra-high performance, 205bhp, 155kg, 1199 Superleggera of 2014.

In all, around 100 cars were on display across eight classes at London Concours 2022.

Andrew Evans, London Concours director, said: “As the sun set on the 6th edition of our event, and the revellers dispersed after a packed third day of London Concours 2022, we can reflect on another highly successful show. The Supercar Day was once again extremely popular, with 50 of the finest supercars adding to the already fantastic line up of 100 rare and collectable, privately owned vehicles. With everything from glamourous Italian Spiders to the selection of Japanese road racers in the Japanese Jewels category, there was really something for everyone at this year’s event – a refrain we heard from countless guests. I’d like to sincerely thank all our partners for making the London Concours such a resounding success. We look forward to welcoming everyone to the Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace in September, and back to the HAC in the June of 2023.” The London Concours dates for 2023 are already confirmed.

The show is going to happen between the 6th and 8th of June 2023. Save these days in your calendar and visit the event to see the most extraordinary and rare cars.

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BETTER WORLD FUND

POWERFUL SUSTAINABILITY FOCUSED EVENTS IN CANNES

Global speakers and filmmakers joined forces to raise awareness about food, health and sustainability at the Cannes Film Festival 2022 during a special event organized by the President and Founder of Better World Fund, Manuel Collas de la Roche. “The supply issues arising from the pandemic, and the more recent tragic developments in Europe, have emphasized the need to reorganize our agricultural practices and global value chains to ensure food security for all,” said Mr. Collas de la Roche. After a magnificent Cannes sunset, stars appeared above the famed Croisette illuminating the Better World Fund’s illustrious Black-Tie Gala dinner that took place at the JW Marriott, with the humbling presence of Her Excellency the First Lady of Cote d’Ivoire, Madame Dominique Ouattara and world famous actress Sharon Stone as well as Amruta Fadnavis, Kiera Chaplin and the actress Rossy de Palma. The event was continued with a wonderful ambiance and atmosphere, all praise

went to outstanding artists: Daniel Alhaiby, a flutist and composer with breathtaking style and the ability of awakening people’s emotions, has performed the ‘Ave Maria - Caccini’ launching gala dinner with a moment of love and prayer on behalf of all the Ukrainian kids and families suffering from the war. Patrycja Piekutowska, the talented violinist-soloist, CEO of the Virtuosa Foundation. Naian and his singularly special voice joined the emotions and souls of the audience. He is a true artist whose musical universe is full of sensations and deep passion. Arnault Frachet who made to feel alive with his music from classical to contemporary and modern jazz. Franck Grandpré a renowned pianist who played a fusion between explosive creativity and the excellence of classical tradition. The event featured an exciting Live Auction, chaired by Sharon Stone to benefit the Virtuosa Foundation for a current project to expand and improve the Children’s Memorial Health Institute in Warsaw, Poland.

SHARON STONE, MANUEL COLLAS DE LA ROCHE AND H.E. DOMINIQUE OUATARA, THE FIRST LADY OF COTE D’IVOIRE

SHARON STONE

MANUEL COLLAS DE LA ROCHE

The renovated hospital will accommodate the enormous increase in patients, many of whom are refugee children from Ukraine. An Awards ceremony also took place during the Gala Dinner, a total of five awards were presented to honor individuals who are making meaningful changes positively impacting the world and transforming our agriculture and food systems. Sharon Stone: Life-time Best achievement; Amruta Fadnavis: Best achievement; Skyler Griswold: Best commitment; H.E. Dominique Ouattara, First Lady of Côte d’Ivoire: Best commitment; Stéphane Layani, President WUWM & CEO, Marché International Rungis: Best commitment. This event wouldn’t have happened without the support of key partners: 314 Cannes, La Pensée Sauvage, Art Daoudi, Salt Media CH, F4A, Maslina, Ivoire Cartes Systèmes, Saine Life, Phyco Mania. Organisers thank all the contributions to the live auction GIL by Karim Ataya, Stingray by Crismann, Gary Pons Pianos, Pink Maharani, Danielle by Jo Terrien, Elke Berr Joaillerie, Wrapping, Candy by Laurence JENK, Golden Galapagos Cruise, Hotel Martinez Cannes, Baglioni Resort Maldives, Reviscience Lab France, The fight by Thierry Navarro, Cesario Moore, Clinique La Prairie, Éléphantasme by Anis Dargaa, Domenico Vacca, Handmade Virtu Doll, Safari Kenya. And also expressed special thanks to: Verlet Champagne, Dr. Burgener Swit-

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KIERA CHAPLIN, AMRUTA FADNAVIS, MANUEL COLLAS DE LA ROCHE AND ERIC VILLALONGA

SHARON STONE RECEIVING THE BWF BEST ACHIEVEMENT

AWARD DURING THE GALA DINNER

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20TH ASIAN ACHIEVERS AWARDS IN LONDON

CHANGE-MAKERS FROM SOUTH ASIAN

The shortlist for the prestigious Asian Achievers Awards this year contains business executives, Netflix actresses and music stars that have found fame across the world. South Asians in the UK today occupy leadership positions across a range of fields, including politics, business and civil society. The Awards recognise the outstanding work of such individuals right throughout the South Asian community. Across ten categories including Art & Culture, Business Person of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year and Community Service, the AAA received more than 500 nominations. Namit Malhotra, the Indian CEO of visual effects company DNEG, which has won seven Oscars, as well as Shamil and Kavi Thakrar, the co-Founders of iconic London restaurant Dishoom were the finalists of the Award. Rt Hon Suella Braverman, the British politician and barrister serving as British Home Secretary currently, is also amongst the challengers. Captain Harpreet Chandi, a 32-year-old Indian-origin British Sikh army officer and physiotherapist also known as Polar Preet, the first woman of colour completed a solo unsupported trek to the South Pole. Alongside them are Karenjeet Kaur Bains, first female Sikh powerlifter to represent Team GB and Mercury prize winner Charli XCX. Dr Debashis Bhattacharya is a surgeon by training and currently

is the Global Director of Human Risk Management at Reckitt. Fellow shortlisted candidate Samir Desai founded Funding Circle in 2009, with over £13.7bn of loans provided to more than 122,000 businesses since inception. The Judging Panel included Former Deputy Assistant Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bas Javid, Former President of the Royal College of General Practitioners Dr Mayur Lakhani CBE, COO of Monzo Bank Sujata Bhatia, music producer Bally Sagoo, Welsh Assembly Member Natasha Asghar and Artistic Director of the Darbar Festival Sandeep Virdee OBE. “The Asian Achievers Awards aim to celebrate Asian excellence across the UK. They harbour a special place in the community, documenting our growth and contribution to life in the country over the last two decades,” according to Pratik Dattani, Managing Director of EPG. Dr Ashraf, Event Director, welcomes the opportunity for the Asian community to come together under one roof and celebrate their background and accomplishments as well as the platform provided by the Britain. Performers on the night include Brit Award nominee Rumer and star of TV’s Man Like Mobeen stand-up comedian Tez Ilyas, with Lord Jeffrey Archer conducting the charity auction in support of the chosen Charity Partner Pardada Pardadi.

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