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You feel engaged, you feel educated and informed and you get the most interesting information at your ďŹ ngertips.This is exactly what we need to attain with our J Mag. We want you to relate to our content and visuals. We do not want our readers to just read articles or glance through and then forget all about it. We aim to bring out the new things where you can experience and explore the new possibilities, the latest information and open your mind to new possibilities, introduce to brands and experiences.

We have got it a quest to understand and teach ourselves on new, emerging, and classic luxury and the lifestyle that surrounds and then present it to you.

It is not around just resources or items, it is about inciting how you feel. it is about what do these items make you think, it is about what great memories do you get from them and it is about the great reactions do you get from them.

This is where luxury living and The J Mag reveal a collective interest, we both intend to stir and create the reaction. Our latest edition truly justiďŹ es our thoughts and devotion. Every piece of content will tickle your brain waves and provoke your emotions and then actions.

Like always, we hope to inspire you and are grateful for any time you spend with us on our hunt for accomplishing luxury.

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CELEBRATE THE JOY OF LIVING

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ACCESSORIES START ON THE RIGHT FOOT WITH JOHN LOBB

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JEWELLERY THE ENCHANTED CREATIONS

LUXURY& ASPIRATIONS Photo by Maria Orlova from Pexels

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ACCESSORIES IT IS NOT JUST A BAG; IT IS F***K**G BIRKIN BAG WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE BAG

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INTERVIEW MAKES EVERY RIDE WORTHWHILE THE WHEELS OF FUN WITH ARUN CHITTILAPPILLY

JEWELLERY ADORNED WITH A STATEMENT AND ATTITUDE

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AUTOMOBILE FERRARI: BEYOND IMAGINATION

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FASHION THE DAMEHOOD FROM THE QUEEN

JEWELLERY SETTING STYLES FOR RINGS

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FASHION MASTERING THE ART OF CREATING LUXURY APPAREL

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TRAVEL THE SECRET PALACE OF THE MIDDLE EAST

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TRAVEL THE TALE OF UB CITY: INDIA’S FIRST LUXURY MALL

SHOWCASE ANMOL EMBARKS A NEW ERA WITH ‘PULSATING DIAMONDS’ COLLECTION

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If you are thinking of splurging on a new designer handbag which is Hermes is for you. Yes! You heard it right, an investment. Hermès Birki from $40,000 to $500,000 for a single bag. Oh, that’s a fortune! Many n them. But why is it so expensive and how did this luxury brand

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Birkin Bag

not just a style statement but is also an investment, then Birkin from in bags are the most expensive and exclusive bags in the world, ranging names are familiar when it comes to luxury bags, but Birkin is all above d come into existence. Let us take a detour into Birkin’s world.

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One cannot just wa into Hermès and Birkin’s bag. Earlier there used to be a w list, but these days a you can do is wish be important enoug or shell a fortune t be offered a Birkin b And if you are offer one, don’t expect to be able to choose th colour or size. Just lucky that you have the Birkin bag.

THE BIRKIN Who could have imagined that one of the most coveted objects of recent decades would be born in the sky, in 1984, on a flight from Paris to London?

British actress Jane Birkin, sitting next to Jean-Louis Dumas, Executive Chairman of Hermès (1978-2006), was complaining that she could not find a bag suitable for her needs as a young mother.

A born creator with a keen eye, he immediately sketched a supple and spacious rectangular holdall with a burnished flap and saddle stitching.

With a dedicated space for baby bottles!

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The Birkin bag is even believed by some to be a safer investment than gold or the stock market.

2009, THE YEAR OF THE BIRKIN SHADOW

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World’s most expensive bag is an Hermès Himalaya Birkin bag that sold for $500,000

A Birkin bag has a simple rectangular shape. So why not make use of its geometry? This Birkin Shadow plays on trompe-l’œil: are the side straps real or a simple depiction?

When viewed from a perpendicular angle, the illusion of relief is deliciously disconcerting.

A Birkin bag of mischief, but a real bag, in case you were wondering.

The Birkin bag is even believed by some to be a safer investment than gold or the stock market.

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THE BIRKIN FAMILY

THE BIRKIN FAUBOURG Have you ever wished you could take 24 Faubourg everywhere with you? Now you can! Thanks to skilful gluing and meticulous stitching, the illusion of the façade, from the awnings to the pavement, is perfect. The Birkin Faubourg carries the spirit of Hermès with it, using precious, grained, and smooth leathers and including metal parts, from the swivel clasp to the hasps and the side straps.

By recreating the flagship store, the Birkin Faubourg plays on the excellence of its materials and colours with joyful fantasy. The quintessence of Paris is now within reach.

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THE BIRKIN CARGO How can a functional bag be made even more functional? By adding five outer pockets, of course! This is the miracle of the Birkin Cargo. Multi-pocketed and multi-practical, this soft and lightweight bag is inspired by military clothing. The ingenious result of the leather inlay work combined with the canvas assembly make it a very robust bag. It is ready for everything – it even has a space for a cup.

There are no excuses for not going on an adventure with this first off-road bag.

Now with knowing about Birkin, you have reached the moment where you can invest in a designer handbag. A well-chosen Birkin luxury handbag is genuinely one of the top investment pieces you can buy. A status and style statement, and also a valuable heirloom piece. Hermes Birkin it is!

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Adorned with a Statement and Attitude Jewellery can never lose its charm however futuristic and hi-tech we become. Be it a celebration, or a gift or to create a style statement, it is always jewellery, especially high jewellery. Big and renowned brands crafts extravagant pieces that will make your jewel box standout. Yes, they do cost a fortune, but every penny is worth when we carefully investigate its intricate work, detailing, perfection, unique design and class. Here is some handpicked jewellery from luxury brands that will make to want to own it.

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JUSTE UN CLOU BRACELETS

BY CARTIER Conceived in ‘70s New York, the Juste un Clou collection reflects the bold spirit of the era. Its nail-inspired silhouette breaks through conventions, asserting the essence of its wearer.

Original, independent, fearless, and free.

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T DESIGN FROM TIFFANY & CO. Inspired by the clean lines of the letter “T,” Tiffany T represents a connection in all its forms. The designs, including Tiffany T1 styles, are a powerful talisman of strength and a personal expression of style.

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EIDOSCOPE FROM HARRY WINSTON

t jewellery evokes a kaleidoscope of colours with endless beauty and radiance.

on is an array of dazzling pendants and exceptional timepieces that are at once works of art and precious jewels.

Winston’s masterful balancing of light, colour, texture, and dimensionality, the Winston Kaleidoscope Collection onal gemstones take centre stage, replicating the endless beauty that can only be captured through the lens of a pe. Set in symmetrical patterns and precisely crafted using a minimum amount of metal to maximize the brilliance of unique pendants feature centre stones in a myriad of colours, from red rubellites to green tsavorites; purple sapphires ines; and turquoise to tanzanite. The Winston Kaleidoscope Collection is a one-of-a-kind ode to the perfection of its and the iconic design heritage of the House.

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VAN CLEEF & ARPELS PRESENTS WINTER FLOWERS Inspired by the seasonal metamorphosis of flora, each year Van Cleef & Arpels celebrates the beauty of nature under its mantle of snow. The Maison pays tribute to one of the rare flowers to bloom in the heart of winter: the Christmas rose. Its white or colourful corollas unfold like a symbol of hope and vitality amid a landscape sparkling with frost.

THREADS BY GRAFF A dazzling expression of modernity that encapsulates the precious moments and memories we share with loved ones, the Threads collection celebrates the powerful connections between us all. Inspired by the hyperconnectivity of our modern world, the Threads motif symbolises the many connections that define our lives, from flight paths that criss-cross the sky to the messages and moments we share with friends and loved ones.

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BUCCELLATI’S ÉTERNELLE

The Eternelle ring by Buccellati, with its extreme simplicity and lightness, imposes itself with elegance among those sought-after objects, which are destined to become legends.

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s quoted “it’s impossible to be well dressed in cheap shoes”. Though a very ageous statement, still there is a small measure of truth to it. There are many igious luxury brands for footwear known for their class, design, and heritage. ery brand is unique in its way the one name that pops up when it comes to ndmade shoes is John Lobb. One of the most prominent British bootmakers, hn Lobb is an a150-year-old brand which evolved its international presence, ning its first Paris boutique. Its versatile and everlasting offering ranges from s to loafers, sandals to sneakers. Here we are with a little shoemaking process video story which is so satisfying and enchanting.

John Lobb began making bespoke boots and shoes over 150 years ago. Generations of master bootmakers have continued the lineage of unrivalled skill and constant innovation, bringing the spirit of bespoke into the modern era.

At the first of several appointments, the Master Last Maker takes several detailed measurements from the clients’ foot. Using these precise measurements, the contour of the foot is sculpted by hand in hornbeam wood, forming the last upon which the leather upper of the client’s bespoke pair of boots or shoes will take shape.

A trail shoe is created, allowing the client to get a sense of how the shoe will look, with an opportunity to revise any aesthetic preferences such as the height of the heel and shape at the toe.

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Whilst wearing the trial shoe, final measurements are taken, and incisions made by the Master Last-maker to examine the shoe for even the slightest pressure points to the foot. This allows the artisan to further refine the precision of the clients last.

With every detail considered, the artisans of the Bespoke atelier begin the metamorphic process of turning naturally sourced materials into objects of ultimate refinement.

Taking measurements from the finished last, a pattern is made according to the specified style of the client. Once perfected, the artisan cuts out the shapes from the selected leather which will form the upper.

Long established relationships with distinguished tanneries across the world mean that the John Lobb Bespoke atelier has the pick of the finest leathers on offer, including prized rarities and exotic hides, allowing the client unparalleled choice and assured quality.

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Shoe trees are individually crafted for every order, helping to maintain the unique shape and structure over a lifetime of wear.

Every Bespoke creation is a celebration of the intrinsic relationship between material, traditional handtools and the virtuosic skill of the maker.

Masterly techniques often bare an elemental quality which can only be harnessed by a handful of seasoned artisans, keeping the rich heritage of tradition and innovation alive in every pair.

The history of John Lobb is preserved in the Bespoke archives, giving a traceable link from the iconic designs of its storied past to the contemporary creations realised in the atelier today.

Bespoke creations are expertly ďŹ nished by the meticulous application of nourishing cream and wax to create the desired patina.

Once ďŹ nished, they are presented in a box bearing the John Lobb Bespoke signature mark, the embodiment of generations of transmitted gestures and techniques and a celebration of devotion to the craft of the artisans.

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Luxury is a style of living which involves in interiors, extravagant villas, or bungalows, d When it comes to high-end jewellery, one s jewellery is elevating, and each piece is worth watches always stand out. Known for its elega its inception. Sharing the history without its series II, we will be talking abo

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n possessing high-priced goods, cossetted driving high-end cars or high end-jewellery. such brand pops in the head is Chopard. Its h every penny. Chopard jewellery and luxury ant style and popularity, here is a glance into s product legacy will be incomplete, so in our out Chopard’s product legacy.

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LOUIS-ULYSSE CHOPARD, THE FOUNDER Louis-Ulysse Chopard (1836-1915), the son of a farmer from Sonvilier, quickly conquered Switzerland and the world at the age of 24. The artisan watchmaker created works of art with innovative designs, which early on helped him export to such illustrious places as the court of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia. Qualities like precision and reliability were very sought-after characteristics in watches, dating all the way back to the 19th century. With unique chronometers and pocket watches, Louis-Ulysse Chopard aimed to fulfil and exceed these “desires”.

19TH CENTURY WATCH CREATIONS BY CHOPARD

Thanks to its superb timekeepers, Chopard forged itself a reputation for reliable and high quality watches made in Switzerland. From the start, Chopard won two very prestigious commissions, becoming official provider of watches for «Tir Fédéral» and the Swiss Railway Company. Louis-Ulysse Chopard travelled to Russia, making his way through Poland, Hungary and the Baltic States. Tsar Nicholas II of Russia was one of his clients. He also struck business with a number of Scandinavian retailers who self-branded his timepieces. Chopard watches thus penetrated the international market.

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SONVILIER: THE ESSENCE OF SWISS WATCHMAKING In Sonvilier, as throughout the Swiss Jura region, local farmers would complement their meagre winter income by assembling watches according to a well established custom that saw watchmaking production tasks be allocated across small independent and specialised units.

The components would then be collected -in the case of Chopard by the master watchmaker himself- to then be assembled and fine tuned into the finished product.

FROM THE SWISS JURA TO GENEVA UNDER THE AEGIS OF PAUL-LOUIS CHOPARD Paul-Louis Chopard (1859-1940), Louis-Ulysse’s son, took over the company reins in 1915 and opened a branch in the nearby industrial town of La-Chaux-de-Fonds that would later become the seat of the company. A few years later, in 1937, he relocated the company to the international watchmaking and business centre of Geneva.

Paul-André Chopard Paul-André Chopard (18981968), son of Paul-Louis, took over from his father in 1943. The after-war period proved challenging and the company, which by then employed only five staff, was on the decline. In the 1960s, PaulAndré started considering selling his company as none of his sons were keen to follow after him.

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Karl Scheufele and the takeover of Chopard At the same time in Pforzheim, Germany, Karl-Scheufele III, goldsmith and watchmaker, son and grandson of entrepreneurs, was seeking to develop Eszeha, the jewellery and watch company he owned. Reliant on suppliers for his watch movements, he considered acquiring a Swiss manufacture. With this goal in mind, he published an advertisement in the newspapers and went to Geneva to meet potential leads.

On the last day of his trip he contacted the last name on his list and met Paul-AndrĂŠ Chopard. Karl Scheufele knew from that instant that they were meant to get along; thirty minutes later, the deal was sealed.

KARL SCHEUFELE III AND HIS WIFE KARIN In 1957, the young Karl married Karin Ruf. Her father, Fritz Ruf was a dynamic entrepreneur and proved a key supporter of the young couple’s success. Acquiring a manufacture offered the goldsmiths of Pforzheim the opportunity to join the closed circle of major Swiss watchmakers. Thanks to his commercial acumen and passion for travel inherited from his father and grandfather, Karl Scheufele III would go on to lift Chopard out of its lethargy and build an empire.

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THE HEIRS OF THE SCHEUFELE FAMILY Chopard is one of the last family-run watchmaking and Jewellery Company. Since the 1980s, Karl and Karin’s children Caroline and KarlFriedrich have played an active part in the company. Caroline and KarlFriedrich are Chopard’s current CoPresidents. They each showed their independence: Caroline Scheufele, who is responsible of the ladies’ collections, developed the jewellery section and later the high-end jewellery department while her brother Karl-Friedrich, who managed the men’s collections, developed sports watches during the 1980s and the Chopard Manufacture in Fleurier, which produces the L.U.C movements, in the 1990s.

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Our first series of Chopard, we took you through the brand’s magnificent journey and as promised we are here talking about its product legacy. By wearing jewellery helps in achieving a wonderful finishing dash to our ensemble, and various jewellery pieces bring different meanings.

1885 By virtue of their precision and reliability, Louis-Ulysse Chopard’s watches quickly gained a solid reputation among enthusiasts and found buyers as far afield as Eastern Europe, the Baltic States, Russia and Scandinavia. Chopard became provider of the Tsar Nicolas II’s court at the end of the 19th century and beginning of the 20th century.

1860 Louis-Ulysse Chopard (1836-1915) established a high-precision watch manufacture in Sonvilier, in the Jura region of Switzerland, specialising in pocket-watches and chronometers.

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1937 Following Louis-Ulysse Chopard’s death on January 30th 1915 in Sonvilier, his son Paul-Louis took over the family business and in 1937 relocated the firm to Geneva, the internationally renowned capital of Haute Horlogerie and Fine Watchmaking. In 1943 PaulAndré Chopard, son of Paul-Louis, took the reins of the Chopard company.

1963 Karl Scheufele III, from the third generation of watchmaking and jewellery dynasty, wanted to acquire a Swiss watch manufacture preferably in Geneva to further develop his business. He travelled to Geneva where, he met with Paul-André Chopard.

The sale of the company was sealed right away. Karl Scheufele III and his wife Karin developed Chopard in a new way, leading to an international spectacular expansion and an enhanced reputation. They contributed to the company for over 50 years and are still active in the firm.

1974 Karl Scheufele decided to build a new production site in Geneva-Meyrin. The site has since then been extended in several stages. Karl and Karin brought their jewelry expertise to Chopard, developing precious watches for ladies.

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The first Happy Diamonds watch was created in 1976. It brought an innovative twist to the theme of diamond-set watches with its mobile diamonds sliding and spinning freely between two transparent sapphire crystals. This unique patented invention became since then, the DNA of Chopard.

1980 Chopard surprised observers by launching a steel sports watch: St. Moritz, the first model created by Karl-Friedrich Scheufele at the age of 22. As an elegant and sporting watch, suitable for all circumstances, it was also watertight and shock-resistant.

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1985 A first sketch of a clown propelled Caroline Scheufele into the world of design. With a tummy full of moving diamonds and coloured precious stones, the Happy Clown was to become the brand’s mascot and marked the birth of Chopard jewellery.

1984 Chopard launches its first complicated wristwatch the Luna D’Oro, with a perpetual calendar featuring a retrograde display.

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1986 The first Chopard Boutique in Europe opened in Geneva.

1988 Chopard started a partnership with the Mille Miglia race, the legendary “corsa più bella del mondo” a vintage and classic car rally held each year in Italy.

Karl-Friedrich Scheufele Co-President of Chopard, fond of the world of classic racing decided then to create the Mille Miglia collection. Inspired by the design of vintage cars, the timepieces combine sportive lines with watchmaking technology.

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ques, curves and floral , the Cašmir collection cashmere pattern (also attern) was introduced to follow the Cašmir eponym fragrance was Chopard, associating actory pleasure. A few pard shows its creativity with the launch of a new The Pushkin collection. r pearls, precious stones, hed diamonds, the new nspired by the elegant Russian churches.

1994 Chopard launched the iconic IMPERIALE collection, inspired by the golden age of great empires.

1993 The Happy Sport collection was launched. Allowing an original association between steel and diamonds in an audacious and free-spirited way, the Happy Sport collection remained, since 1993, one of the watch industry’s enduring success stories.

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The company returned to the roots of watchmaking with the creation of movements, by founding Fleurier Quality Foundation (FQF) certificationChopard Manufacture in Fleurier, in the Swiss Jura mountains. The Manufacture is dedicated to crafting mechanical “L.U.C” movements entirely decorated by hand, under the impulse of Karl-Friedrich Scheufele.

Chopard therefore became one of the few true manufactures in the watchmaking industry.

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1997 The first watch created by Chopard Manufacture, the L.U.C 1860, equipped with the “L.U.C Calibre 96.01-L”, was voted “Watch of the Year” by the Swiss Montres Passion/ Uhrenwelt magazine.

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Chopard introduced the Ice Cube collection.

Showing a modern and polished design, the new collection of Chopard shaped as a cube perfectly combines the geometrical clarity with refined elegance, allowing an endless variety of creative opportunities.

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2001 Chopard created the Trophée Chopard to reward young actors every year at the Cannes Film Festival

2002 Chopard became the official timekeeper of another classic car race, the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique (GPMH).

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2003 The Jacky Ickx collection was presented, as a tribute to the sixtime winner of the Le Mans 24 Hours Endurance Race and faithful friend of Chopard. Such as ripples on the water, the new jewellery collection

by Chopard “Happy Spirit” was launched, bringing together refined lines and curves with the spinning Happy Diamonds.

2007 The first Haute Joaillerie Red Carpet collection dedicated to the Cannes Film Festival was presented.

2004 As one of the founding brand, Chopard was proud to attest to the launching of the the Fleurier Quality Foundation (FQF) certification. The certification consists in a five stages series of tests. It aims to provide a guarantee on the origin (as the watch tested has to be 100% manufactured in Switzerland) ; on the excellence of aesthetic finishes, on the precision (COSC certification) ; on reliability with the Chronofiable® test and durability (with the Fleuritest simulator).

The L.U.CEUM museum was inaugurated in Fleurier, marking the 10th anniversar of Chopard Manufacture. Its inventive museography highlights masterpieces o watchmaking from different periods and regions of Europe drawing the history o time measurement.

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2008 Chopard received the “Best Training Company Prize” in the “Applied Arts” category awarded by the State of Geneva, for its long term commitment to the field of training and education.

Fleurier Ebauches was founded in Fleurier and dedicated to produce the Chopard mechanical movements that equip different lines of the brand.

2010 Chopard celebrated its 150th anniversary. For the occasion, the Haute Joaillerie Animal World collection comprising 150 different animals was launched and a collection of Haute Horlogerie were presented with four new L.U.C watches, along with 4 new calibres: the All in One, the L.U.C Louis-Ulysse Tribute, the Engine One and the L.U.C 1937.

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2013 Chopard celebrated the 20th anniversary of its iconic Happy Sport collection. For its anniversary, the new Happy Sport wears for the first time an automatic movement.

2013 Together with Livia Firth (creative director of Eco Age and founder of the Green Carpet Challenge (GCC®)), Chopard launched a long-term programme called “The Journey”, paving the way for sustainable luxury. Chopard presented the Green Carpet Haute Joaillerie Collection, crafted in Fairmined gold and set with diamonds sourced from a Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) certified supplier.

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2014 Chopard presented its ďŹ rst watch in Fairmined gold: the L.U.C Tourbillon QF Fairmined. During the Cannes Film Festival, Chopard unveiled the Palme d’Or, which is as from now on also made of Fairmined gold. The partnership between Chopard and Porsche Motorsport started in 2014, for the great return of Porsche at the 24heures du Mans.

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2016 In 2016, Happy Diamonds celebrates its 40th anniversary. The playful swirl began in 1976, and ever since the Happy Diamonds have been successfully spreading their joyful aura around the world. It all started with one statement: diamonds are happy when they are set free!

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Makes Every Rid Worthwhile The Wheels of Fun with Arun Chittilappilly Arun Chittilappilly has spent most of his last 15 years in making Wonderla one of the top amusement parks and resorts in India. As a Director at Wonderla, he revolutionised the segment of an amusement parks in India with his signiďŹ cant role in strategising and conceptualising the Wonderla Parks and Resorts.

A man of simple living and straightforward attitude, he believes that success is more than just money and power. A man of few words, Arun was humbled to be part of luxury and living edition. No longer there seems to be one standard deďŹ nition to help determine what is luxury. No longer can something be considered luxury just based on cost, marketing campaigns, or desires.

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When we asked Arun about how he defines luxury, his responses were amazingly simple and to the point.

This entrepreneur hailing from God’s own country, Kerala had a quite different approach to luxury.

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“Anything that does its job in the best possible way is luxury to me”, he says. For him, luxury experience’ is something that just makes him feel good. When wishes and aspirations are projected and achieved even before being attained to the scope that they become a necessity is his definition of luxury. He may not have a specific luxury brand but “Welldesigned yet but also something that stands out from the crowd” is his style statement.

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Not binding by any luxury brands, Arun has no favourites and whatever suits his taste regardless of any brands is his choice. But when it comes to travelling, he is an aďŹ cionado and from beaches to hills, he loves it all. Out of his travel destinations, Tulum Mexico which has the most spectacular beaches is the favourite pick.

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Everyone loves to go to an amusement park, and it is one of the best ways to relieve stress. It is an evade from the reality and an immersive experience that takes away from everyday hectic life. Amusement parks are man-made dream world where people can forget their daily worries and become kids again believes Arun. Tokyo Disney Sea is his favourite amusement park.

Coming to his entrepreneurial life, his vision for Wonderla Parks and Resorts is to be the most advanced and people-friendly amusement park in the country for years to come and be present in all large cities in India.

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Legendary Single Malts In our previous edition, we spoke about the most exclusive single malt in the world. We spoke about its make, its age, avour and why it is exclusive. Since we got a good response, we decided to go tipsy again but this time, we are going to talk about the brands who are known for their exclusive single malt in three series. Some of the whiskies what we have mentioned here are scarce than hen’s teeth.

They include some of the most uncommon and elusive whiskies around. Let us take a spin.

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GLEN MORAY In its long history, the award-winning Glen Moray has been distilled in time honoured fashion, by hand. Never rushed or forced, always in balance, steady and with care, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This constancy and dedication is truly characterised by Glen Moray’s people.

In its lifetime, the distillery has known only 5 distillery managers. Know-how, myths and trade secrets passed through the generations to ensure every drop has the same light character as the last Glen Moray is available in a range of ages and vintages that will appeal to new malt drinkers as well as connoisseurs looking for something a bit more special.

Being in the Laich O’Moray the distillery benefits from the regions milder climate as it is afforded protection from the Cairngorm and Monadhliath Mountains. The distilleries geographic location and also sitting in a hollow below the water table, means that the warehousing has the perfect conditions to allow whiskey to mature beautifully

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CRAIGELLACHIE Craigellachie sits firm in the heart of speyside, flat bang in the middle of scotch territory. It obstinately stands alone on a rock overlooking the confluence of the rivers fiddich and spey.

But rid your mind of that typical ‘speyside’ flavour, for craigellachie rebels against this.

It consciously makes no concessions to modern-day house rules. Craigellachie is an unapologetic and unique whisky, robust and muscular with a hint of pineapple. The distillery was built in 1891, when the great alfred barnard described our whisky as ‘a style seldom met’, and we’ve been old fashioned - in style and flavour - ever since.

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THE GLENLIVET When George Smith founded The Glenlivet Distillery in 1824, he resolved to create a single malt whisky of such exceptional quality that all other whiskies would be judged against it and created a priceless legacy: a supremely elegant, subtly complex whisky whose original rich taste is now enjoyed all over the world.

From its creation in the wild highlands of Scotland nearly two hundred years ago, The Glenlivet has always stood out. It was labelled ‘the single malt that started it all’ because it really did. It comes from the first distillery to receive a license to produce spirits legally in the parish of Glenlivet, and is now one of the biggest selling single malt brands in the world.

The Glenlivet gets its name from the icy waters of the River Livet – or “Smooth-flowing one”.

These ice-cold temperatures aid the distilling process and enhance the quality of the emerging spirit, letting the whisky live up to its name and making The Glenlivet what it is today: an incomparable single malt whisky.

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GLENMORANGIE Glenmorangie has been crafting single malts since 1843, when farmer William Matheson and his wife Anne followed their dreams and founded the Glenmorangie Distillery. With the tallest stills, the most advanced approach to extra maturation and a commitment to only ever using casks twice, Glenmorangie offers a set of well-made whiskies At 5.14 metres (16ft 10 1/4 inches) Glenmorangie stills are the tallest in Scotland, which means that only the very lightest and purest vapours make it to the top of their long copper necks, giving a smoother, purer and more elegant whisky.

Glenmorangie selects the finest oak casks in which to mature their whisky. But that’s not all, because Glenmorangie only uses each one twice (whilst many others use theirs up to five or six times), ensuring that the maximum amount of flavour is always extracted during maturation, delivering a rounder, smoother taste.

Having pioneered extra maturation over twenty years ago, whisky creators at Glenmorangie continue to travel the world in their search for exceptional casks. Casks that will provide additional, intriguing layers of flavours to the original character of Glenmorangie.

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TEELING WHISKEY Teeling Whiskey is renowned for doing things differently. Teeling Whiskeys embody this unconventional spirit with innovation at the core of everything they do. For Teeling. it’s what’s inside the bottle that counts – the liquid does the talking, and it has a plenty to say.

The delicate base of Irish Whiskey is the perfect canvas upon which to layer flavour and character. Varying the time, style and number of barrels used during the maturation process adds to the subtlety and complexity of flavour. Teeling does not chill filter Whiskey prior to bottling, leaving as much of the body, character and richness in the bottle. Teeling brings Whiskey from cask strength to signature ABV of 46%, bottling with no chill filtration, maintaining the true natural character of all Teeling Whiskeys

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JOHNNIE WALKER Today, Johnnie Walker is the biggest whisky brand in the world and its slogan is has been adopted and embraced everywhere. It all started as in the grocers’ shop its founder John has started. In those days, most grocers stocked a line of single malts, but they were never all that consistent. This wasn’t good enough for John, who started blending them together so his whisky tasted just as good every time. It proved an extremely popular addition to the inventory.

By 1920, Johnnie Walker whisky was in 120 countries. As the century progressed, it became part of global culture: immortalised by songwriters and filmmakers, idolised by socialites and movie stars, enjoyed by statesmen and walking shoulder-to-shoulder with the great sportsmen and women of the age. On 1 January 1934, John Walker & Sons was granted a Royal Warrant by King George V to supply whisky to the royal household.

By the end of the 20th Century, the pioneering Johnnie Walker Red Label and iconic Johnnie Walker Black Label had been joined by the pinnacle of the blender’s art, Johnnie Walker Blue Label

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OBAN When brothers Hugh and John Stevenson arrived at the frontier of the Hebrides Islands in 1793, they found little more than a natural harbor and a windswept view. Here they opened the Oban Brewing Company, their ‘Cowbell Ale’ being the first production.

They started distilling whisky the following year.

The business remained in the Stevenson family for three generations, until local merchant Peter Cumpstie purchased it in 1830. In 1880, the railroad steamed into Oban, inaugurating a new age of improved communication and transport.

The distillery has changed ownership over the years and witnessed a bustling town grow up around it. But our fierce commitment to excellence and tradition has been constant.

In 1989, Oban 14 Year Old was named one of six Classic Malts representing the Western Highlands region.

Row just a few metres out to sea, and you can fit the entire town of Oban within the single frame of a camera. And the distillery is just a speck inside that image.

Oban is one of the smallest whisky makers in Scotland. And that’s key to the character of our products. When expansion isn’t an option and the volume we’re able to produce is limited, we stand on quality, authenticity, and heritage.

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Whisky has demonstrated to be a fantastic collector’s item in past years, achieving higher returns sometimes more than gold. These bottles are considered as some of the best memorabilia on the market. Taking you through the series II.

LAPHROAIG On the far edge of the Scotch whisky map, it’s supposed that the art of distillation was first brought to Islay by Irish monks. Being remote, it’s an art that flourished in the hands of the islanders, whose illegal operations tested the resolve and means of the tax man.

Eventually, the law relaxed, various whisky makers set up legitimate distilleries, among them a pair of farmers, Donald and Alexander Johnston, who in 1815 founded their distillery on the island’s south coast. Laphroaig, so called after its location, ‘broad hollow by the bay.’ It would remain in family hands for the next 139 years

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THE BALVENIE Thanks to natural alchemy and centuries-old craftsmanship, The Balvenie is unique among single malts.

The whisky-making process is dedicated to maintaining the Five Rare Crafts and Balvenie is the only distillery in Scotland that still grows its own barley, uses traditional oor maltings and keeps both a coppersmith and a team of coopers on site. And Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE presides over the all-important maturation process.

Making The Balvenie the most hand-crafted of single malts.

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BOWMORE Bowmore is the ďŹ rst licensed Islay distillery. It has stood on the shores of Lochindaal, a sea loch opening out into the wild Atlantic Ocean, since 1779. To this day, the distillery still operates in traditional ways, honouring the origin whisky-making techniques. Bowmore is still hand crafted today.

Time is invested at every stage. And this care and attention to detail create the unique and timeless house style of Bowmore. Unparalleled single malts that remain unimitated and age like no other on Islay. Time has shaped Islay’s coastal landscape which in turn has inspired the approach to life that makes Bowmore an outstanding whisky.

Bowmore has drawn inspiration from its stunning surroundings. Islay is home to some of the oldest strata in the world. These rocks have been shaped by the wild elements of Islay over a long period of time. Transformed by seasons, enriched by the wild elements. These formations surround our distillery and they are linked to the origins of our name itself.

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BUCHANAN Buchanan’s is named after the late James Buchanan, a driven whisky entrepreneur who crafted a Scotch that redefined greatness. Instead of creating a Scotch to be revered, he created a uniquely smooth blend that could be shared and enjoyed by all. In fact, the original Buchanan’s bottle design was inspired by the selfless act of sharing water canteens between British soldiers during times of conflict.

Buchanan launched his whisky company in 1884 and quickly shared it with the world, traveling from Scotland to London to Latin America. Today, the bottle’s Red Lion crest proudly wears its origin, “Buchanan’s Scotland,” but continues to spread its smoothness around the globe from Bogota to Los Angeles to Mexico City. After all, greatness is meant to be shared by all.

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BUNNAHABHAIN Bunnahabhain distillery has sat proudly on the shores of The Sound of Islay for over 125 years, quietly making a distinct Islay single malt, which is known for its uniquely complex taste.

Bunnahabhain (pronounced Bu-na-ha-venn) Distillery lies on the isolated north-eastern tip of Islay, close to the Margadale River. Building of the distillery commenced on the site in 1881.

At that time the sea offered the easiest access to this remote place and men would battle the ocean to arrive with their barley in preparation for the creation of something quite wonderful.

Bunnahabhain is quite distinct from the other single malts of the island, given the wonderfully gentle taste proďŹ le for which it is known.

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LAGAVULIN Part of the triumvirate of heavily-peated southern Islay malts, alongside Ardbeg and Laphroaig, Lagavulin distillery was officially founded in 1816 by John Johnston Lagavulin is almost exclusively matured in ex-bourbon casks, meaning its robust, uncompromising smoke and salted-fish character comes storming out of the glass unhindered. It has converted untold numbers of people to whisky drinking and remains the firm favourite of countless malt fans worldwide.

Lagavulin is made in the south of Islay, at a distillery with breathtaking views over Lagavulin Bay. Its whiskies are made with water from the Solan Lochs, while the peat – so crucial to their distinctive flavour – comes from the extensive peat bogs in the west of the island.

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Speaking of pursuit, presenting another important caveat to this list with our third series on brands known for its exclusive whisky.

BRUICHLADDICH Bruichladdich is living proof that the traditional whisky regions of Scotland make no sense. Please don’t think that labelling a whisky “Islay” has anything to do with taste because the truth is far more complicated and interesting.

Built in 1881 when puffer-supplied coal was available as an alternative fuel to local peat, it is likely that Bruichladdich was specifically designed to produce the purest unpeated spirit possible. The great Alfred Barnard supports this view with a tantalising clue – the Laddie is the only distillery on Islay that he does not describe as drying its malt using peat in his fascinating exploration of the island’s distilleries in 1885.

Sadly, none of that 19th century spirit survives, but the original Victorian machinery has allowed an unparalleled legacy of craft distilling to trickle down through the generations of men who make this sophisticated Islay dram.

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THE MACALLAN An obsession with quality has been the hallmark of The Macallan since its founding by Alexander Reid on a plateau above the river Spey in north-east Scotland. The distillery is surrounded by a 485 acre estate with Easter Elchies House at its heart.

The Macallan was one of the first distillers in Scotland to be legally licensed. Since then we have built a reputation as one of the world’s leading single malt whiskies. The creation of The Macallan draws on the vital contributing influences of Spain, North America and Scotland - and of their respective natural raw materials, combined with traditional methods and craftsmanship.

The reputation of The Macallan is built on a product of outstanding quality and distinctive character, founded upon a set of guiding principles. From place to process, people and passion, the Six Pillars are the backdrop to The Macallan’s unique spirit.

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ARDBEG Ardbeg has been called “as close to perfection as makes no difference,” by whisky connoisseurs.

Proof then, that Ardbeg truly deserves its incredible reputation. It’s a whisky that’s worshipped around the world. In the past ten years, six different Ardbeg expressions have won prestigious titles including World Whisky of the Year, Scotch Whisky of the Year and World’s Best Single Malt.

The small, remote Scottish island of Islay (pronounced ‘eye-lah’) is an antique land. A wild and untamed place, where Celtic monks found refuge from raiding Norsemen and early distillers smuggled their illicit “aquavitae” at Ardbeg’s rugged rocky cove.

Abundant soft water, fertile soil and acres of precious peat makes this island a place of pilgrimage for the single malt whisky faithful. And none more so than our very own Ardbeg, unquestionably the greatest distillery on Earth.

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CHIVAS REGAL Chivas Regal 12 Year Old, Chivas Regal 18 Year Old, Chivas Regal 25 Year Old and The Chivas Brothers’ Blend each has its own unique formula and selection of many aged whiskies, giving them their own distinct character, flavor and taste experience.

For whisky to legally become Scotch, the new spirit must be matured for a minimum of three years in oak casks. For Chivas Regal, all the casks of whisky selected have been carefully matured for at least twelve years. It is the skill of the Master Blender to select the many different casks of malt and grain whiskies, all at the correct age, harmonizing the characters and flavors to ensure the superlative quality and consistent taste experience of Chivas Regal year after year.

The traditions and fine art of blending Aged Scotch whiskies, pioneered by James and John Chivas in the mid 1800’s, have been carefully handed down over the generations to our Master Blenders. Today, Chivas Master Blender Colin Scott is the guardian of these traditions that safeguard the integrity of Chivas Regal.

The skills of the Master Blender only come from years of experience and a special passion for Scotch whisky.

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THE GLENDRONACH The GlenDronach Distillery nestled in the valley of Forgue, deep in the East Highland hills near Aberdeenshire, is named after the source of its water: the Dronac burn. Founded in 1826, The GlenDronach was one of the very first licensed distilleries and has a history of enterprising owners, from the flamboyant James Allardice to the ambitious Walter Scott. Allardice was a colourful character and stories abound as to how he promoted his whisky with entrepreneurial flair. He was a pioneer of sherry cask maturation and would have celebrated today’s superb The GlenDronach, maturing whisky in the finest Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso sherry casks.

GlenDronach is renowned as the masters of sherry cask maturation, and their Highland whiskies are recognised for their deep colour and rich flavour profiles, which range from sweet fruity flavours, from the Pedro Ximenez casks we select, to the dry and nutty notes, from superb Oloroso casks.

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SPRINGBANK Springbank was established in 1828 on the site of Archibald Mitchell’s illicit still.

Being based in Campbeltown, the once proclaimed ‘whisky capital of the world.

Springbank team uses traditional production methods and are involved in each and every step of the whisky making process – meaning their whisky is the most handmade in Scotland. Unlike any other distillery in the country, 100% of this process is carried out here on one site, giving unrivalled control over the quality of the whisky.

Passion and skill are poured into every last drop during production; ensuring whisky drinkers consistently enjoy the tastes and characteristics that have become synonymous with Springbank, Hazelburn and Longrow, the three distinct single malts made at their distillery.

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CAOL ILA Caol Ila is the largest of the eight distilleries scattered across the Isle of Islay on the west of Scotland .Pronounced “Cull Eela”. It’s the Gaelic name for the Sound of Islay, which separates the island from Jura. For some, the distillery’s pronunciation is as remote as its location, sitting as it does on the rugged eastern coast, where it has remained hidden from view since 1846.

Caol Ila is one of the lighter Islay whiskies, lighter in colour than its powerful neighbours, but with a distinctive floral and peppery notes which complement the traditional Islay peaty flavour. In 1986, the distillery became part of the United Distillers conglomerate, leading to the first “semiofficial” bottling range in 1989, Flora & Fauna. Although official bottlings have not always been frequently released from Coal Ila, today they’re much easier to source. In addition to the official bottling, independent bottling of the whisky has been well received by the international whisky community.

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PRONG SETTING The prong setting is one of the most common settings and is also known as the solitaire setting. The tiny metal claw that helps to keep the diamond in place and grasps the diamond tightly is a prong setting. Usually, 4 to 6 prongs are used to secure the diamonds. A prong’s ends can be rounded, flat, pointed, oval and can be transformed into a different shape called Enhanced Prongs.

Prongs offer an ageless and classic look.

The mounting method reduces the metal used while creating the set, allowing light to pass by increasing the diamond’s fire and brilliance. Prongs help elevate the diamond, not only to make it prominent but also to make it easy to clean and maintain.

BEZEL SETTING The bezel setting is a metal rim covering the diamond’s sides, protruding slightly outward, keeping the diamond in place.

The technique used in the bezel setting is an old-style but provides a modern look making it the second most popular ring setting. The bezel setting is more useful for round or oval cut stones; however, it may not be easy to work with stones with sharp corners.

Designs with a bezel setting do not stick on to your clothing and can be adapted in your daily lifestyle. This setting prevents damage to the diamond and keeps it well protected. The bezel setting is an easy maintenance setting.

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PAVE SETTING This setting is also called bead setting.

The pave setting has diamonds set very close to each other using tiny beads. In this process, holes are drilled into the ring. The diamond is placed in these holes, forming small beads around each other, securing themselves into holes.

The pave setting highlights the stones placed in the centre and adds sparkle to the centre stone. They are available in both traditional and modern styles.

CHANNEL SETTING Diamonds placed in a secured manner between vertical metal walls is termed as Channel setting. The groove settings on jewellery are called channel setting. This setting holds the diamonds well, protecting it from external forces. It is the safest way to set small diamonds in a row into the ring band.

These commonly used in designs that feature round, oval, emerald and squarecut diamonds. It is mostly used in bridal jewellery. These do not guarantee stability while achieving a sharp design and enhancing the ring’s glow with the side stones along with the band. It is not easy to clean as the dirt can get trapped in channels requiring more effort while cleaning.

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BAR SETTING Bar settings have diamonds place in a row and separated by small metal bars.

However, they appear similar to channel settings. However, they provide better visibility for the stones compared to the channel setting.

The stones in the bar settings have a high chance of chipping as the metal does not provide much protection leaving the diamond exposed, improving the sparkle in the diamond.

TENSION SETTING Tension setting gets its name from the metal band’s tension that keeps the diamond in place, supporting the diamond suspended in the middle of both the shanks.

The tension setting provides a distinctive look to the diamond and offers good visibility highlighting the diamond secured within them. The two bands keeping the diamonds together have to ďŹ t the diamonds’ exact size, making the tension setting slightly expensive.

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FLUSH SETTING The ush setting is also called a gypsy setting. In this setting, the diamond is mounted within the ring band. The seat hole present in the body of the ring is where the diamonds are mounted.

The diamond mounted in this setting is well protected. It is suitable for daily wear.

This setting is commonly used in men’s wedding band.

HALO SETTING The style with diamonds placed in a circle or square around a centre stone is known as the halo setting. This setting makes the centre stone look big and upgrades the appearance of the smaller diamonds.

A halo setting is an excellent alternative to buying a big stone and could help you save a lot of money. This setting is not easy to clean and maintain as compared to the other settings.

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questionably there are many renowned brands in this segment. A perfectly yone seeking something unexpected. Fashion or designer wears are not just on that is weaved with competitive, dynamic, and diverse style. Galia Lahav one of the leading companies able to offer custom couture gowns without phasis on personalization and customization, alongside the uncompromising ate the brand from other designers. Lavish dresses, ornate details, and lization you will not ďŹ nd anywhere else.

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Over the past three decades, Galia Lahav has established itself as one of the leading couture fashion houses, with garments characterized by their high-end fabrications, meticulous sewing techniques, and of course, our unique technology which enables us to make each garment meet the wearer’s exact measurements from overseas.

These values have been instilled in our fashion house for several generations and have resulted in our worldwide popularity. Today, we are proud to have over 70 retailers worldwide and to be able to take part in life’s most significant moments for our brides, red carpet stars and all those fascinated by the art of fashion’s craft.

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Our goal is to continue developing our unique technological systems to further enhance our capabilities and deliver our designs to each beautiful woman looking to wear a garment created for her and only her.

We ofďŹ cially invite you to be part of our growth.

Inside Galia Lahav House Of Couture Take A tour in the luxurious world of Galia Lahav House of Couture.

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Take part in our journey by reading our weekly blogs and following us on social media. We greatly appreciate all your comments, as they greatly help us understand what the GL woman really wants.

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GALIA LAHAV Besides fashion designer and businesswoman, let us learn more about Galia Lahav. Galia does not come off as someone who single-handedly runs her own fast-paced company. Galia is authentic and genuine, warm, and full of energy. While she is extremely direct, she has a warm and thoughtful nature and is truly passionate about her business. But how do we begin to explain how this petite woman gathers the energy to run the world? Perhaps it is due to the fact that Galia feels she was “reborn” twice in the last three decades; for the first time, at the age of 32, when she left the field of education as an arts & crafts teacher to pursue her dream of building a fashion house and, the second time, a decade ago, when she delved into the international market and reached 70 points of sale.

Nevertheless, Galia’s uncompromising style, aesthetics, and love for the art of fashion will surely leave a lasting impression on you.

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SHARON SEVER If you are lucky enough to meet Sharon Sever at one of our trunk shows than you will know that he invests his heart in all his designs. As a dedicated student, Sharon left his family and hometown in Ashdod, Israel, to pursue his dreams of becoming a fashion designer in one of the world’s most fabulous cities - Paris.

A BFA Graduate and Fashion Diploma holder from the Paris American Academy, Sharon also apprenticed at Christian Lacroix, Pierre Balmain, Carven, Balenciaga, and some of the other leading Parisian fashion houses. What you might not know is that Galia was Sharon’s arts & crafts school teacher! Galia always admired Sharon’s talents and the way he sketched and designed with utmost care and delicacy, always resulting in perfection.

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porting successes. This Italian car maker never fails to amuse the people with y. After rolling out SF90 Stradale as its fastest production mid-engine car in he Maranello outďŹ t. This super bad boy is also available in India. Let us vroom rld. If you can dream it, you can do it. Here we go‌

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SF90 SPIDER: AN OPEN-AIR SUPERCAR As the Prancing Horse’s first production plug-in hybrid spider, the SF90 Spider sets new performance and innovation benchmarks not only for the marque’s range, but for the entire sports car sector. The new convertible has the same extreme supercar specification and record-breaking performance as the SF90 Stradale yet also adds further driving pleasure and versatility to the mix, thanks to the latest iteration of Ferrari’s signature Retractable Hard Top architecture. This makes the SF90 Spider the ideal car for owners that demand the very pinnacle of Ferrari technology, but still want the thrill and versatility of open-top driving.

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POWERTRAIN - 1,000 CV PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM / V8 - ENGINE / 2.5 sec - 0-100 KM/H 162 kW - EDRIVE POWER / 1000 cv - MAXIMUM POWER @ 7500 RPM

The SF90 Spider has plug-in hybrid architecture in which the internal combustion engine is integrated with two electric motors at the front, which comprises the RAC-e (Cornering Angle Regulator, Electric) system, and one at the rear derived from and named after a Prancing Horse Formula 1 innovation, the MGUK (Motor Generator Unit, Kinetic). The synergy between the internal combustion engine and the electric motors unleashes a maximum of 1,000 cv and puts the SF90 Spider not only at the very top of its category but also the Maranello range.

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An open-top powerhouse of innovation VORTEX GENERATOR Rear downforce is balanced at the front of the car by a complex and optimised system of vortex generators.

Although this is not its very first appearance on a Ferrari sports car, the system has been honed to the maximum on the SF90 Spider: the front section of the chassis has been raised 15 mm compared to the central section of the chassis at the point where the vortex generators are located, thus increasing the amount of air channelled towards them and boosting their effect.

The front bumper is divided into two sections that have specific wing functions. Between the upper section and the bonnet is a pronounced indent that locally compresses the flow. This feature, together with the two diffusers ahead of the front wheels, contributes to generating downforce over the front axle.

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FORGED WHEELS Specific aerodynamic research went into the geometry of the forged wheels which are made using a construction technology that allows greater freedom when it comes to aerodynamic solutions. The specific geometry of the wheels incorporate radial elements on the outer channel which are equally spaced between the spokes and designed to act as wing profiles.

The geometry of these profiles mean that the wheel works like a rotor blade, very efficiently managing the flows from inside the wheelarch and guaranteeing two main effects: air evacuation from wheel arch is boosted; the flow exiting the wheel rim is lined up with the longitudinal flow running along the sides.

SHUT-OFF GURNEY The SF90 Spider’s engine cover has been kept extremely low to improve the interaction between the flows over and under the body, and thus minimise drag.

The end section of the engine cover features a suspended wing divided in two sections: one fixed, which incorporates the third brake light, and one mobile with a wedge-shaped front area.

The latter has been dubbed the shut-off Gurney, a patented active system located at the rear of the car which regulates the air flow over the upper body, reducing drag at high speeds with low lateral dynamics loads and increasing downforce in corners, under braking and during changes of direction.

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The existing dynamic control system has been further enhanc referred to as

Electronic Side Slip Control (eSSC) system, it verifies the car’s status in real time. Based on that information, it controls vehic by delivering torque independently via the front electric engin inside and outside wheel (Torque Vectoring), significantly imp traction coming out of corners and making it much simpler an more intuitive to drive on the limit with confidence.

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DESIGN Future and Innovation TAIL LIGHTS The tail lights have also evolved quite radically from Ferrari’s iconic round shape. The eye-catching, more horizontal luminous rings create a more horizontal perception of the tail lights which in turn visually lowers the height of the tail.

DEPLOYS AND RETRACTS IN JUST 14” Like all Prancing Horse spiders, the SF90 Spider sports a retractable hard top, which guarantees optimal noise insulation and protection from the elements when deployed, does not deform at high speeds and provides exceptional occupant space and comfort. The RHT opens and closes in just 14 seconds, even when the car is on the move. The key to the success of the Ferrari RHT, which premiered on the 458 Spider in 2011, was the shifting of the separation line between the car’s body and the roof from its conventional position at the belt-line. The RHT takes up just 100 litres of space rather than the 150-200 litres required by a traditional system.

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HEADLIGHTS Another signature solution is the headlights which hail a move away from the L-shaped look, to a slender slit design integrated with the brake air intakes resulting in a characteristic C-shape which lends the front of the car an original and futuristic appeal. In an absolute first for a Ferrari, the SF90 Spider uses matrix LED headlight technology to improve visibility in all driving conditions thanks to active beam control.

INTERIOR A Technological Innovation FULL-DIGITAL TOUCH INTERFACE The “eyes on the road, hands on the wheel” philosophy that has always driven the development of the HMI used on every Ferrari Formula 1 car and that has gradually been transferred to our road-going sports cars, ensures that the driver never has to take his hands off the wheel or his eyes off the road. The most notable of the new touch controls is the pad on the right-hand spoke that allows the driver to navigate the central cluster screens, while voice and cruise controls are on the left-hand spoke. Also noteworthy is a new cruise control rotary switch, which is also derived directly from Formula 1.

EMANETTINO Thanks to an additional steering wheel-mounted selector, dubbed the eManettino (analogous to the Manettino which is used to set the electronic vehicle dynamics

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modes), the driver can choose from four different power unit management modes. The control logic optimally manages the power flows either with the emphasis on efficiency or performance depending on the user profile selected by the driver.

16” HD CURVED SCREEN The central instrument cluster now comprises a single 16” HD screen, which is curved towards the driver to make it easier to read and emphasise the wraparound F1 cockpit effect. This is the first time the screen has been used on a series production car.

The driver and passenger instrumentation are completely black when the car is not running, lending the cabin a very minimalist look. In the default instrument cluster screen, everything is dominated, as per Ferrari tradition, by a large circular rev counter, framed by the battery charge indicator. The navigation screen is on one side of the rev counter with the audio controls on the other.

ASSETTO FIORANO SPORTS-ORIENTED SPECIFICATION For the first time on a Ferrari, clients can choose between the standard car and a version with a more sports-oriented specification.

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The Damehood from the Queen The recent news that flashed across the world was Makeup artist Pat McGrath bestowed with “damehood’ by the Queen.

The words like ‘Queen’ “Dame’, then it is definitely something really prestigious and of royal status. But what is ‘Dame’?

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terms of the hierarchy, a damehood is the female unterpart of a knighthood, therefore, the title of Dame equivalent to Sir. It is regarded as the most senior onour in the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire. he title was created by King George V in the year 1917. he order includes five classes across both civil and ilitary divisions, and many dames hold other honours uch as an OBE or an MBE) before receiving their amehood.

ome of the dames from the fields of entertainment e Judi Dench, Helen Mirren, and Maggie Smith mongst others. Dames can be judges or journalists, oliticians, or philanthropists. Many honours are given those working in academia and research, as well as ose holding senior positions at large companies and rporations. In recent years, new dames have included eryone from a mezzo soprano to the former managing rector of a publishing house.

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PAT MCGRATH The 51-year-old Briton has also become the first makeup artist to be the dame. She launched her makeup line Pat McGrath Labs in 2015.

The queen of American fashion, Vogue’s Anna Wintour, proclaimed her “the most influential makeup artist in the world.” Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II made her a Member of the Order of the British Empire for services to the fashion and beauty industry. It is undeniable: Pat McGrath is the most influential and sought-after makeup artist in the world.

For more than two decades, Pat McGrath has been concepting, launching, and developing luxury cosmetic brands, countless runway shows, breakthrough advertising campaigns and editorial spreads.

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for more than 60 ready-to-wear and couture shows in Milan, Paris, Londo and New York for a luminous roster o the world’s most prestigious brands a visionary designers: Prada, Miu Miu, & Gabbana, Givenchy, Gucci, Lanvin, Vuitton, Versace, Maison Margiela, Yo Yamamoto, Valentino, Bottega Veneta Balenciaga, Nina Ricci, Calvin Klein, L and Alexander McQueen, to name a s few.

With her incomparable mastery and iconoclastic vision, Pat McGrath has transformed the beauty industry. Nam any trend of the past two decades, and you will find her at its origin, from 19 dewy skin to no-retouching-necessar foundation specifically designed for t decade’s selfies.

Engaged as Global Beauty Creative D Director by Procter & Gamble in 2004 McGrath oversees Covergirl, Max Fac and created Dolce & Gabbana: The M Recently, she also designed and launc Gucci’s debut cosmetic collection.

Naomi Campbell on Being the First-Ever Face of Pat McGrath Labs

Her ascent to the pinnacle of fashion began in the 1990s with an introduction to legendary lensman Steven Meisel by supermodel Amber Valleta. Fast friends and symbiotic collaborators, they have created every cover and lead editorial story for every issue of Vogue Italia, indisputably iconic images for leading global publications and countless brand-defining campaigns.

Each season, Pat McGrath conceptualizes and creates beauty looks

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When Giorgio Armani hired her to develop and launch a line of cosmetics in 1999, the minimalist maestro said, “I was struck by the way she interpreted colour and by her ideas about beauty and femininity.”

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or and innovator at the forefront of the n dollar global beauty industry with an everreach on social media, her recent blockbuster h PAT McGRATH LABS further proves that she’s evate beauty to even headier altitudes.

tive vision that’s made her a tour de force that rything from couture to club kids and street influence is everywhere, from screen to stage to undeniable, Pat McGrath knows no boundaries.

“This is the golden age of makeup. PAT McGRATH LABS is my Golden Revolution. The entire planet is just as cosmetics obsessed as I’ve always been. Makeup is a movement. Makeup is mesmerizing. Makeup is major.

Mantra-esque, three words have repeated over and over in my mind ever since I was young. Obsession.

Inspiration. Addiction. Those words became my guiding principles, my manifesto as I brought this brand to life. I wanted to capture, in a quartet of exquisite palettes, 50 legendary lipsticks, a divine dozen eyeliners and five fetish-worthy lip pencils, The Power of Transformation, The Power of Beauty; The Power of Makeup.” - Pat McGrath, CEO & Founder of PAT McGRATH LABS

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Soaked with opulence and luxury, the palaces of Middle East’s palace and minimalist. We take you throug

Steve Harvey discovered a true beauty hidden in plain sight right in the heart of The probably the most expensive working pala

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of the Middle East

es make the likes of Versailles and Buckingham Palace appear humble gh the keyhole and reveal the secrets.

e Emirates capital, Abu Dhabi. It is probably the most expensive working palace. It is ace in the world and it’s open to the public.

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THE TALE OF UB CITY: INDIA’S FIRST LUXURY MALL UB City Bangalore is more than just a coveted address, it is a megacomplex comprised of four towers – UB Tower, Comet, Canberra, and Concorde. It has been voted the most outstanding structure in Karnataka.

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DESIGN

Working within our custom-designed workspaces in these towers are some of the biggest international and Indian corporate names. Set up with advanced IT infrastructure and contemporary conference facilities, each detail of this space is designed for efficiency and success.

SURROUNDINGS

The Executive Centre’s location within the UB City Complex means that everything is within easy reach – restaurants, malls, fivestar hotels and serviced apartments.

Centrally located in the CBD (Central Business District) of Bangalore on Vittal Mallya Road, UB City is just 1.5 kms away from the MG Road - Brigade Road junction.

With a total built up area of 16 lakh sq ft, UB City is completed by the UB Tower, Kingfisher Plaza, Concorde, Canberra & Comet Blocks! Each of these blocks stand out for their distinctive look, while yet combining to produce the feeling of a city. UB City also boasts of the largest Triple Level Puzzle Parking system that houses close to 1600 Cars.

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Another feather in UB City’s hat is, UB Tower - the tallest structure in Karnataka as on date, measuring up to a height of 123 m, the tower houses the UB Group offices. Standing at 115 m, Concorde Block is the second tallest structure within the UB City complex, followed by the Canberra Block which stands at 105 m. Some of the biggest corporate names - 3M, Apple, Citibank, Ernst & Young, Kawasaki & Yahoo! sit out of these blocks.

The biggest highlight of UB City, are the lower three levels of the Concorde and Canberra Block, which constitute the Retail area, christened The Collection. The title of India’s first luxury mall is aptly justified by brands like Rolex, Burberry, Louis Vuitton, & Canali.

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Other highlights at UB City include an 800 seater Amphitheatre, internationally famed Oakwood Serviced Residences along with a Day Spa from Angsana. UB City is home to various cuisines ranging from Italian to Chinese, apart from Indian & Japanese options too.

UB City set heads rolling when it was first announced and till date continues to dazzle. From being voted as the most outstanding structure in Karnataka, to picking up 11 awards over a short 3 year period, UB City truly lives up to its billing of being India’s first Luxury Mall.

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ANMOL E A NEW E ‘PULSATING COLLE

Each piece from the ‘Pulsating Diamond’ collection is as unique as the Inh pieces are designed to pulsate fluidly on her every move. Crafted in 18k Wh variety of cuts and sizes and is a testimony to the endurin

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EMBARKS ERA WITH DIAMONDS’ ECTION

herently Luxe ‘Anmol Women’ who adorn Anmol’s creations. The stunning hite gold or Rose Gold, each piece is studded with sparkling diamonds in a ng magic of the most magnificent of gems i.e. Diamonds.

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