Tempus Magazine | Issue 56 | March 2018

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FROM THE EDITOR Welcome to the Style edition of Tempus – our essential guide for stylish men and women. We’re delighted to have Luke Evans as our cover star. As one of Britain’s best-dressed men, he’s the perfect fit for our first annual Style issue. Join us as we delve inside the Welsh actor’s life – and wardrobe – as he revives late 19th century New York trends in his first TV production, The Alienist, launching on Netflix in April.

As style is about more than labels, we dive into the fascinating world of British craftsmanship. Discover the unsung heroes of the fashion industry as we lift the lid on some of the world’s best-known brands and speak to the talented artisans who create their much-loved materials. We also chat to England’s leading menswear stylist William Gilchrist about what makes a 21st century gentleman of style – and what it’s really like on tour with iconic English rock band The Rolling Stones.

Casting our gaze further afield, we head to Geneva to discover the newest innovations and novelties from the world’s leading watchmakers at fine horology fair SIHH. We also explore how top luxury brands are defying competition and encouraging loyalty by rewarding faithful clients with money-can’t-buy perks.

But it’s not all about clothing, as in this edition we showcase how to add style to every aspect of your life. From the fast boats and classic cars in Move, to dining like a fashion darling in Indulge, and the most hotly-tipped destinations of the year in Escape, we’ve got you covered.

We’ve also recruited the help of some global icons – including street style queen Anna Dello Russo and Hollywood superstar Samuel L Jackson – to give their words of wisdom on life, style and philanthropy.

2018 is already panning out to be a big year for Tempus. As well as partnering with The BRITs to host the official after party – see some highlights from the night on page 120 – we’re also gearing up to launch Boutique, the world’s first cryptocurrency boutique for luxury goods. We hope to welcome you all on our journey.

Enjoy the issue.

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Contributors

Mark C. O’Flaherty

Paolo Briscese

Dominique Afacan

Lysanne Currie

A London-based editor and writer, writing for the likes of the FT and Esquire, Mark’s knowledge of luxury is second-to-none. On page 18 he unveils the unsung heroes of fashion.

Paolo is an Italy-based fashion editor, who collaborates with titles such as L’Officiel Italia and Vogue Japan. On page 48, he talks exclusively with fashion icon Anna Dello Russo.

In this issue, our yachting expert Dominique discovers how superyacht builders are returning to their powerboat racing roots. Read her article on page 78.

Former editor-in-chief of Director, freelance writer and editor Lysanne delves into the enviable wardrobe of Rolling Stones stylist William Gilchrist on page 24.

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CONTENTS

Style 14 The luxe list This month’s most exciting new launches 18 Unsung heroes The secret artisans behind the world's best-known brands 24 It's only frock 'n' roll Stylist to the stars William Gilchrist on a modern gentleman's wardrobe 28 The best in show The most exciting new watches unveiled at SIHH 36 A second skin The Alienist star Luke Evans talks life, film and his love of dressing up 42 Join the club How luxury brands are securing loyalty among clients

Culture 48 The queen of street style Anna Dello Rosso on fashion and her new book 54 The future is now Unveiling the new Tempus Crypto Boutique 58 The boy's club Samuel L Jackson talks life, movies and philanthropy

Indulge 64 A question of taste The most fashionable restaurants in the world 70 24 hours in Paris Formula E driver Jean-Éric Vergne takes us on a tour of his home town 74 Turkish delight Pampering Middle Eastern-style at the Ned's Club Spa

Move 78 Power trips Superyacht producers are returning to their powerboat racing roots 84 Arrive and drive On the track with the Mercedes-AMG GT4

Escape 90 No man is an island What makes the Maldives the perfect luxury family destination 96 Seal of approval Trump loves Palm Beach – and so do we 100 Above and beyond The Greek coast is back in vogue 102 On the road Exploring the rise of culinary tourism

Property 106 Grand designs Designer homes for style-savvy investors 112 Life at the top Inside Courchevel 1850’s most luxurious residence 116 Hide and seek Into the mountains with The Hideaways Club

Events 120 After the show, it's the after party Inside the Tempus BRITs after party 130 Save the date This season's best upcoming events

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The LUXE LIST Our essential guide to the most exciting new launches and finest seasonal must-haves

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Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost The Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost from the early 1900s is one of the most legendary cars ever made.

Paying homage to this icon, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced plans to build a special 35car Silver Ghost Collection. Taking the original’s colour scheme and aesthetic, and bringing it into the 21st century, each car will feature a unique ‘Cassiopeia Silver’ paint, made from 100% silver. rolls-roycemotorcars.com

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Burberry The Belt Bag When it comes to British fashion, one brand synonymous with quintessential English style is Burberry. The trend-setting label is undeniably inconic – the Burberry trench, for example, is instantly recognisable worldwide. New for this season is The Belt Bag, a leather tote inspired by the timeless coat and available in myriad tones to suit all personalities. uk.burberry.com

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Fabergé Lady Compliquée Peacock Emerald

While Fabergé may be best known for its jewelled eggs, its watches are equally spectacular. This decorative timepiece, featuring a classic emerald leather strap and 18-carat rose gold detailing, is part of the Lady Compliquée Haute Horlogerie collection. Paying homage to the famous Peacock Egg of 1908, the dial is decorated with an intricate hand-engraved peacock, whose mother-of-pearl feathers flutter over a bed of diamonds and emeralds. Stunning. faberge.com

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The Asprey Londoner Trolley When it comes to British-made leather goods, iconic luxury brand Asprey is the cream of the crop. From briefcases and handbags to wallets and travel cases, Asprey’s quality leather goods are as versatile as they are well-made. Our favourite is this striking new Londoner Trolley, made from metallic purple vulcan fibre. Guaranteed to make a statement on your next trip. asprey.com

Sandra Cronan jewellery Jewellery enthusiast Sandra Cronan brings together a stunning collection of rare and antique finds from around the world. Among them is this exquisite Boucheron peacock feather brooch, set with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds.

This piece of history is believed to have been made around 1883 for the Grand Duke Alexis of Russia. sandracronan.com

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Cantina Laredo’s £50,000 ‘x margarita’ Mexican restaurant Cantina Laredo has just thrown all other competition out of the water (or should we say tequila) when it comes to luxury cocktails. The most expensive margarita in the world, the cocktail is a blend of two premium tequilas – Jose Cuervo Platino and 1800 Colección – mixed with the juice of white pineapples and limequats. The cherry on top is a 4.1-carat diamond from Bond Street jewellers Beards, which floats on a pineapple flower. The x margarita will set you back £50,000 – the price comes with a security escort home. Cheers to that. cantinalaredo.co.uk

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Princess Yachts S78

Dubbed ‘the ultimate yacht for entertaining’, the S78 boasts a modular seating and galley-aft arrangement to create the perfect space for hosting al fresco. The foredeck area features innovative seating with sun pads which can be converted to create additional seating, while a high-tech sound system and NAIM Audio acoustics makes the space ideal for hosting Audemars Piguet Diamond Outrage parties. And the luxury doesn’t stop above deck – below are several en-suite cabins to host guests or crew. Something for speed junkies to note – the S78 can reach up to 39 knots. princessyachts.com

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Tateossian Black Diamond, White Diamond cufflinks With a reputation as the ‘king of cufflinks,’ Robert Tateossian should be your first port of call when it comes to picking your newest set. Add a classic finishing touch to your suit with this black diamond pair, expertly crafted from faceted black diamonds and 18-carat rose gold. A scattering of white diamonds adds contrast to the dark hue of the stone – a timeless addition to any gentleman’s wardrobe. tateossian.com

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Truefitt & Hill It’s a gentleman’s duty to stay well groomed, but the precise art of trimming one’s beard is best left to the experts. Enter Truefitt & Hill. Established back in 1805, it’s recognised as the finest – and oldest – traditional barbershop in London. As well as offering a variety of premium grooming services, the boutique showcases a vast range of grooming products and services, making it a onestop shop for achieving a perfectly preened aesthetic. truefittandhill.co.uk

10 Attilus Caviar

A few years ago, caviar was a traditional Russian delicacy favoured by oligarchs but nowadays, it has grown in popularity around the world. Attilus produces premium caviar at a fishery in Jessen, Germany, using only the finest cuts of sturgeon – chosen for their high-quality egg size, flavour colour, and nutritional value. New to caviar? Get started with this limited edition Connoisseurs Choice Gift Set. attiluscaviar.co.uk

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UNSUNG HEROES We’re all aware of the labels loved by the fashion pack, but what of those behind the label? Here we highlight the British artisans quietly toiling away to supply product for the world’s best-known brands Words: Mark C. O’Flaherty

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any of Britain’s most elite artisans and heritage manufacturers have weathered the global hurricane of fast fashion. From the textiles of Johnston’s of Elgin that weave Hermés blankets to the Chanel knits that originate at the Barrie factory in Hawick, they remain in favour with some of the world’s most exclusive luxury brands. Certain small factories in England and Wales possess qualities that international design houses appreciate more than any other. Look at Dries van Noten’s last collection – virtually a love letter to his favourite British textile mills, with the logos of Lovat Mill of Scotland and Fox Brothers of Somerset writ large on the outside of his menswear. From shoemakers to milliners, the UK remains home to a certain kind of tradition that the world wants.

THE COLLABORATIONS ARE DRIVEN BY THE MOST

FUNDAMENTAL NATURE OF CLOTHING; RATHER THAN A CUT OR TRIM, IT’S ABOUT THE WEAVE ITSELF

John Smedley The oldest manufacturing factory in the world has collaborated with some of the most influential names in fashion history, including Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith, Yves Saint Laurent and Prada. For over 230 years, John Smedley has been producing knits in Derbyshire. Today, its name is synonymous with meticulous merino wool, sea island cotton and cashmere jumpers. This season, the company has produced the knits for The Vampire’s Wife, Longshaw Ward, Teatum Jones, Holly Fulton & Lou Dalton.

Design and marketing director Jess McGuireDudley explains what continues to attract new, cutting edge designers to the factory: “They can gain a vast amount of knitwear knowledge from our teams and benefit from our machinery – both age old and the latest technology. They can also visit the John Smedley factory which is just 90-minutes from London, and experience our manufacturing for themselves.”

Designers love to delve into the archives at John Smedley, rummaging through thousands of pieces for new inspiration. The collaborations are driven by the most fundamental nature of clothing; rather than a cut or trim, it’s about the weave itself. “Some designers prefer to use fibre as a point of difference,” explains McGuire-Dudley.

“Lou Dalton often works with our newer fibres such as alpaca, mohair or bouclé, and some, such as Longshaw Ward or Holly Fulton, create elaborate intarsia patterns, that are knitted using the most vibrant colours in our finest knits.”

While Fashion Week benefits from the knowhow, John Smedley’s own product remains modernist and classic. The manufactory’s grey v-necks are once prosaic and luxurious – you really can’t get better. johnsmedley.com

Where the magic happens: the John Smedley factory

The craftsmanship of Lewis Leathers is loved from the UK to Tokyo

Lewis Leathers When it comes to reputations in high fashion, Rei Kawakubo of Comme des Garçons in Tokyo is bullet proof. She is the designer’s designer – an avant-garde, intellectual icon. It’s significant then, that in her frequently reproduced official portrait, she is wearing a Lewis Leathers biker’s jacket. The British brand has been around since 1929, and is world famous among genuine bikers.

Since its reboot in 2003, when bought the company, it’s attracted a new kind of attention. Harris began reshaping things over ten years before as an employee, recalibrating manufacturing to make it as meticulous as it is modern.

“When I first got involved in Lewis Leathers in 1991, the product didn’t have the detailing it had in the 1960s and 1970s,” he explains. “I was spending time in Japan, looking at the denim revival, and the attention to detail in each item. I felt that if I brought

back our classics, with the correct linings and zippers and detailing, we would meet a demand for quality in Japan that was the most discerning around – so it would be good enough for the rest of the world.”

When Harris took the helm, the profile of Londonbased Lewis Leathers really took off in Tokyo – he accepted commissions from Junya Watanabe (operating underneath the Comme umbrella) for his MAN collections and, in 2005, Lewis Leathers created hi-top trainers with Comme des Garçons. The collaboration with various brands in Kawakubo’s organisation has been consistent, and since 2012 a selection of hand-painted English-made black leather biker jackets has featured at the main Comme des Garçons label, frequently featuring slogans created by Kawakubo herself. » lewisleathers.com

Harris Tweed is the preferred partner of brands such as Manolo Blahnik (left) and Prada

Harris Tweed Hebrides Harris Tweed, with its flecks and complex weave that echo the landscape in which it is produced, is such a part of Scotland’s national identity that it’s protected by an act of parliament. Only cloth produced in the Outer Hebrides can be marked as authentic and stamped with the distinctive orb emblem. As loved as the complex cloth is, just over ten years ago it looked like the industry might die out. However, in 2007 Harris Tweed Hebrides was founded, and thanks to a contemporary approach to marketing, the company now accounts for 75% of all production in the area.

“The iconic ‘Clo Mor’ – gaelic for ‘Big Cloth’ – had become synonymous with stuffy gent’s jackets,”

says creative director Mark Hogarth, “but the Shawbost Mill operated by Harris Tweed Hebrides has slowly updated that image over the past ten years.” The list of designers using the cloth is now epic, and this season is no different, as Hogarth details: “Manolo Blahnik used ‘plain’ yarn tweeds in a bright collection of heels, while Thom Browne used a variety of grey scale and monochrome for his season-defining womenswear collection.

Prada came to Harris Tweed for the right balance of pattern and colour to fit with the corduroy and canvas of a 70's collection.” harristweedhebrides.com

Thom Browne frequently selects Harris Tweed

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260 processes go into crafting each shoe

Tricker’s Many discerning men in London talk about “Tricker’s” rather than “brogues”. The small Jermyn Street store is a place of pilgrimage for customers, who vary from bespoke regulars to fashion types eyeing up the new season offerings.

The brand, which has been going since 1829, is also a favourite with designers who commission them to create collaborative brogues, usually co-branded to flag up their authenticity. Junya Watanabe has been working with them for years, as have Margaret Howell and Paul Smith and, more recently, Mr Porter.

“Spring is the second season we have collaborated with them,” says David Morris, the online store’s shoe buyer. “We have three exclusive styles. I adore the generations of expert know-how that goes into making these shoes; each individual item is painstakingly created via 260 processes.”

The master shoemaker at Tricker’s, Scott McKee, explains how the affection the brand enjoys today is grounded in function and authenticity: “From the outset, Tricker’s quickly became the maker of choice for farmers, estate owners and the landed gentry, who swore by the comfort, strength and practicality of its heavy, waterproof footwear. It’s no accident that Sir Edmund Hillary and his team chose Tricker’s for a Himalayan expedition in 1961 – the shoes and boots were virtually indestructible.”

Master shoemaker Scott McKee

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It’s only FROCK ‘N’ ROLL He’s styled for L’Uomo Vogue, Versace, McQueen, Moschino and Arena. Now based between London, New York and Naples, his current client list ranges from media moguls and tech titans to The Rolling Stones and Jude Law. Find out what happened when Tempus said hello to London’s leading stylist William Gilchrist

Words: Lysanne Currie

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illiam Gilchrist is sitting at the bar of the Club at the Ivy, a martini (vodka, stirred with a twist) by his side. Perched on a bar stool, he scribbles into a leather notebook with his trusted fountain pen “A Pelican – they don’t leak on aeroplanes.” Gilchrist is all about detail, quality, practicality and, of course, great design. He is constantly alert, often jotting down ideas or snapping a product or look that catches his eye with his Sony X 100 camera which is tethered to his person with a lanyard “otherwise they tend to go walkies.”

Born in Nottingham – “no idea why, we knew noone there” – to nomadic expats who met skiing in Iran, his early childhood was spent between Saudi Arabia, Mauritius and England. Summers were spent hanging out with his punk older sister and it was then that his love of style began to evolve. “It was exciting – part fashion, part music, part art. It was rebellious, that’s what attracted me,” he reminisces.

Gilchrist’s rebellion often got him in trouble – his British schoolhouse master took a dislike to him and to his treasured first punk outfit – a parachute shirt and trousers from Vivienne Westwood’s Seditionaries collection. “I came back one evening to discover that my cupboard had been emptied; anything he deemed dodgy, he’d burnt – including my Seditionaries clothes.”

After an art foundation in Oxford, Gilchrist went to the London College of Fashion and formed a passion for tailoring: “I liked the precision of it,” he says. He made and showed his own clothes before landing a job in a Milan design studio at the end of the 1980s.

“I hated it – going to the same place every day wasn’t for me but styling interested me.” Gilchrist got a job assisting one of Milan’s biggest stylists but was fired for being “the worst assistant ever!” Gilchrist grins.

“She was lovely. She also ran an agency and said: ‘although I think you’re stupid right now, I can see you’re not stupid so I’ll take you on as a stylist’.”

Gilchrist kicked off his styling career at the top and has stayed there. He’s worked with Buffalo creator and stylist Ray Petri, myriad glossy men’s magazines, and designers from McQueen to Moschino. However, at the beginning of the noughties, a last-minute booking for a job in Paris took added another (very rock’n’roll) string to his bow. The stylist for the Rolling Stones album cover shoot had gone down with food poisoning and they needed a replacement urgently.

The shoot went well and a few weeks later Gilchrist got a call from Mick Jagger’s office asking for a meeting. “Mick asked if I had ever styled stage clothes – they had a world tour coming up. I hadn’t but I loved the band and, with the help of a great team, understood the scale. I landed my dream job.” »

London’s leading men’s stylist William Gilchrist includes rock stars among his loyal clientele

Tempus: You’ve been working with The Rolling Stones for nearly 15 years now.

What does that entail?

William Gilchrist: It’s so interesting. They are all very different personalities and that’s what I enjoy.

You can’t dress the Stones – you can provide them with suggestions but ultimately, what they wear is their decision. Their outfits change every night. I talk to them, I choose things and then show them colours and examples. They get style and they get the style that suits them. I don’t care about labels, I care about how clothes look and their comfort.

It is an organic journey and a really enjoyable one.

I’ll be there in rehearsals and at the start of the tour to get fittings done. When I started, the tours were very long – 110 dates – so I used to pop out regularly but the tours are much shorter now so I only go out if I’m needed.

What has to be taken into consideration when choosing clothes?

Mick doesn’t stop for two hours so practicality, temperature and movement need to be considered, he needs to be comfortable. He may change four or five times a show, Ronnie will change three times, Charlie can’t change – he doesn’t move from the drums – and Keith may change his shirt. Colours are important. This is something Mick told me when we first met. He said: ‘If someone is sitting on the back row, they paid a lot of money for a ticket, I want them to know who’s who.’

so many men wear clothes that don’t fit properly.

I bought £30 chinos from M&S and got them retailored – of course the fabric would be better in a £300 pair but for a pair of chinos it’s good enough.

The fit is now great and they’re fine for running around in.

What would you suggest spending money on, then?

Shoes. You can’t go low on shoes. And every man must own one bespoke suit.

What else would you suggest for a man’s capsule wardrobe?

Definitely a lightweight trench coat or rain coat.

A white shirt and then, depending on the person, a crew neck, V-neck or roll neck. And a dark blue suit (or navy depending on skin tone) – if you are going to wear it a lot, get it custom made. I also like a good dinner suit – tailored, good fabric, well made. Whether you are wearing it twice a week or twice a year, it’s important it looks good. I also really like an unstructured double-breasted jacket – I’ll wear one with a T-shirt in summer and a roll neck in winter.

What’s your go-to accessory?

I always have a silk scarf. I’m skinny and I get cold so it keeps me warm. And if I have to go straight from work to cocktails, then a scarf transitions very well.

And you also style Jude Law?

And for travelling?

Jude and I met in LA on a shoot for Arena magazine. We clicked that afternoon and 20 years later we are still friends and collaborators.

He is aware of fashion and isn’t scared to try new things. Jude has got a really good instinct – you could chuck a tablecloth on him and he’d carry it off well – but I mainly style him for events. He’s perfectly capable of finding the outfits himself but he is so busy that having someone he trusts to sort clothes out allows him to focus on other stuff.

Always a suit – it’s so flexible. I once created 10 different looks based on one suit.

You also style many non-celebrities, how does this work?

Pretty much in the same way, by getting to know my clients and understanding their lifestyles. A stylist is a bit like a sommelier – you consider the individual, you weigh up the particular occasion and its various ingredients and you suggest something suitable that would work. My clients are all busy people – tech CEOs, entrepreneurs, music industry moguls. Some I work with yearround and suggest wardrobe updates regularly, others just give me a call when they need help for an event, and some travel a lot so I shop online for them and get things delivered to their hotel.

What’s the key to dressing well?

Detail and fit – whether your clothes are high street or high end. It sounds really obvious but

You work closely with Oliver Spencer, how did that come about?

I got talking to Oli at a press day for his formal wear brand, Favourbrook about 12 years ago – we got chatting about his newly created label and shared a common vision and a wonderful relationship was born. I am often at his studio in Lambs Conduit Street and hopefully offer something constructive. Oli has built great businesses but he has created also a great eclectic and diverse working family – everyone is fantastic.

Similar to The Stones?

The Stones is more like a village of families and friends all working very hard and one I’m very happy to be part of. I have made so many friends through styling and had brilliant experiences, I count myself very lucky.

For personal styling appointments with Gilchrist, contact wjgilchrist@gmail.com

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YOU CAN’T DRESS THE STONES – YOU CAN PROVIDE THEM WITH SUGGESTIONS BUT ULTIMATELY, WHAT THEY WEAR IS THEIR DECISION

Left: Jude Law, Right: Ronnie Wood, Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, Charlie Watts

William Gilchrist’s style address book George Cleverly “The best handmade shoes in London – they make them above the shop. And above that they have the fascinating ‘last room’ – foot moulds of the great and good.” georgecleverley.com

Brent Packhurst “Brent has cut my hair for years. He now has a lovely barbershop on Newburgh Street. Great products too.” pankhurstlondon.com

Budd “The best shirts in London. Superb fit and impeccable fine cotton.” buddshirts.co.uk

Richard Anderson “A fantastic tailor with a focus on exquisite tailoring and quality.” richardandersonltd.com

Brompton Bikes “The simplicity and utility of a Brompton bike is tough to beat.” brompton.com

Brooks England “Great saddle bags. Beautifully designed, simple and perfect for life’s essentials – sunglasses, a hip flask and, of course, my silk scarf.” brooksengland.com

THE BEST IN SHOW Tempus heads to SIHH to discover this year’s most exciting new watchmaking novelties

Words: Rachel Ingram

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alon International de la Haute Horlogerie Genève (SIHH) is arguably the most exciting week of the year for fine watchmakers and enthusiasts. Every January, thousands of brands and collectors descend on Geneva for the invite-only event to discover the latest horological launches and developments – and this year we were right there with them. Join us as we unveil some of our favourite new innovations and reveal the timepieces you should be investing in this year.

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The spirit of Argentina Jaeger-LeCoultre had quite the week at SIHH, with the announcement of British heartthrob Benedict Cumberbatch as brand ambassador, the unveiling of the sporty new Polaris Collection, and the introduction of several sparkling additions to the feminine Rendez Vous range. Arguably the most intriguing debut, however, came in the form of the Reverso Tribute Duoface. A beautiful showcase of artisanal craftsmanship, style and mechanics, the timepiece features a two-tone cordovan leather strap, handcrafted by artisans at Casa Fagliano in Argentina. The celebrated Argentinian bootmakers is famed for making footwear for worldleading Argentinian polo players, so it’s the perfect fit for the brand’s iconic Reverso timepiece – a favourite of polo stars worldwide. As well as being super stylish, the timepiece, which is limited to just 100 pieces, is practical, and features a reversible case design that protects the dial during a fierce polo game. »

New brand ambassador Benedict Cumberbatch

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A BEAUTIFUL SHOWCASE OF ARTISANAL CRAFTSMANSHIP, STYLE AND MECHANICS

The Reverso dial can be flipped to protect it during a polo match

The perfect balance When it comes to the creation of a timepiece, designers and watchmakers often have their own ideas. Whether form follows function or function follows form, that’s a matter that’s always up for discussion. When positioned with the chicken and egg scenario, IWC Schaffhausen creative director Christian Knoop insists that it’s all about balance.

“I’m not a big fan of the form follows function principle but it seems with the ultimate product, form and function must find the perfect synergy. As we talk about luxury product design, it’s very important because the purchase of a mechanical watch is a very personal and emotional decision. People buy one not to read the time, but because they like the beauty, they like the style and they want something which reflects their own taste – this comes through the aesthetics. However, what we’re also experiencing when talking to customers is that while they find design appealing, they’re also open to learning more about the brand and the technology inside.”

For its newest launch, the Tribute To Pallweber Edition ‘150 Years’, IWC designers and watchmakers worked together to revive the brand’s Pallweber pocket watch. The timepiece features a sleek, simple design, based on one of the most famous early IWC pocket watches from the late 19th century, the Pallweber. The Pallweber

IWC Tribute to Pallweber Edition ‘150 Years’

IWC Tribute to Pallweber was a unique digital display pocket watch, named after Austrian watchmaker Josef Pallweber, who patented his invention in 1883 and licensed it to IWC. “I tried to imagine what people felt like in the nineteenth century,” says Knoop, who was in charge of design. “It was like a completely unseen way of displaying time, like an Apple watch these days – super Avant Garde, super high tech. These watches were in fashion for some years and then they almost got forgotten about.

To rediscover this part of history was very exciting. However, it also required some serious reengineering.”

Reinventing such a historic watch wasn’t without its challenges.

The complexity of the modern timepiece’s dial, which features elements such as sub dials, sub counters and date windows, made it almost impossible to work with enamel, the original material, so this had to be replaced with 12 layers of lacquer. In fact, to develop the whole design took mechanics five years – and three patents.

“Like many things in life, to achieve ultimate simplicity is the hardest thing you can do,” Knoop adds. “To make the watch look so simple requires a lot of technology.”

The launch is a highlight of IWC’s Jubilee collection, which celebrates the brand’s 150th anniversary – an occassion also celebrated by new additions to the brand’s Portugieser, Portofino, Da Vinci and Pilot collections.

“To have our 150-year anniversary is a big moment for the history of the brand, there’s a big obligation for the product team to come up with something decent, and we decided to create a capsule collection which really stands out from our standard product, a collection of all limited watches, limited editions which are united by one design code, one aesthetic code,” says Knoop.

“The Pallweber was really a personal mission for me after I saw it for the first time ten years ago and thought ‘I have to do something with this watch’, so I’m really excited to present it here at SIHH after ten years.” » iwc.com

The Montblanc 1858 Geosphere

Climb every mountain Montblanc’s 2018 launches revolve around the themes of heritage and adventure. Our favourite, the Montblanc 1858 Collection, is inspired by historic military watches from the 20s and 30s, and designed to embody the spirit of mountain exploration. The timepieces revive a now disused Montblanc logo, adding a touch of history to the new case and dial, and are available in three colours – classic black, modern blue and vintage champagne – and several manual and automatic versions.

The highlight of the collection is the Geosphere. This dual time zone timepiece features a stunning dial with two globes – which turn full circle every 24 hours, an automatic movement and either Italian aged calf leather or NATO straps. As for the case, choose between stainless steel or a limited-edition bronze titanium – only 1858 are available.

Also new from Montblanc are several additions to the Star Collection – pay special attention to the Star Legacy Suspended Exo Tourbillon Limited Edition with its raised ‘floating’ balance wheel – and the new Timewalker Collection of push-button timepieces inspired by the iconic Minerva Rally Timer stopwatch. Wear as a wristwatch or fold the straps and as a stopwatch – a Timewalker is ideal companion for this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed where, consequently, Montblanc is the official timekeeper. www.montblanc.com

The Star Legacy Suspended Exo Tourbillon Limited Edition

The Timewalker Collection Rally Timer

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MoonMachine 2

The highlight of Parmigiani Fleurier’s 2018 collection, the Kapla Chronor, is a horological first. The striking tonneau watch – which is limited to just 50 pieces – features the world’s first solid-gold, selfwinding, integrated chronograph movement. The brand revealed that creating the entire movement from 18-carat rose gold, which is a particularly malleable and complex material, was a tough challenge, but it was certainly worth the effort.

In order to retain the brand’s classy aesthetic, the gold dial has been coloured black, with the sub dials etched out to reveal touches of gold beneath – a flash of glamour beneath an elegant facade. It’s powered by an equally impressive in-house mechanism, the PF365, which took six years to develop.

Also new for 2018 is the Kalparisma Nova Galaxy, a particularly special piece for women, launched to celebrate 10 years of the Kalparisma collection. The sparkling timepiece features a stunning aventurine dial which glistens like stars in the night sky, a starshaped minute hand that rotates every 60 seconds, an indigo alligator Hermès strap and a generous smattering of diamonds.

Available in a limited quantity of 50 pieces in rose gold and 28 in white gold, the Nova Galaxy truly is an otherworldly piece. parmigiani.com

Kapla Chronor

The wild card MB&F’s timepieces – or ‘Machines’ as the brand’s eccentric founder Maximilian Busser likes to call them – have always been anything but ordinary, and its latest launch is no different. Created in collaboration with independent Finnish watchmaker Stepan Sarpaneva, the MoonMachine 2, is a moonphase watch with a difference. Like with most things in the MB&F world, things aren’t quite what they seem – as well as date displays, this timepiece features the world’s first projected moonphase display, created via use of an optical prism. The illuminating timekeeper is available in three limited edition versions of 12 pieces each. » mbandf.com

Kalparisma Nova Galaxy

What women want At SIHH 2018, a number of brands gave a nod to the women’s market with shining new timepieces for ladies. While there were the usual suspects of jewellery watches from Cartier, ‘secret’ timekeepers from Van Cleef & Arpels, and colourful haute couture pieces from Piaget, we witnessed a growing towards more complicated timepieces for women.

One of the best examples comes from Audemars Piguet – its new Royal Oak Concept is the brand’s first flying tourbillon for women, and it was well worth the wait. An open snowflake design gives a sneak peek of the Calibre 2951, a dynamic complication that almost appears to float. Complimented with a case studded with 397 brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds – you could call these the snowflake’s icicles – the sparkling 18-carat white gold timepiece is simply stunning.

The launch coincides with the 25-year anniversary of Audemars Piguet’s iconic Royal Oak Offshore timepices – an occasion which is celebrated with several new launches for men, including the impressively slender Royal Oak RD#2 Perpetual Calendar UltraThin (with a 6.30mm case, this is the thinnest self-winding perpetual calendar on the market), and the Royal Oak Offshore Tourbillon Chronograph – the brand tells us this is the most popular launch so far this year. audemarspiguet.com

Below and right: Royal Oak Concept

Royal Oak Offshore Tourbillon Chronograph

The unbreakables The worlds of polo and timekeeping are not the most likely of pairings – the former fierce and unforgiving, while the latter delicate and beautiful. However, Richard Mille has come up with a solution to the frequent damage that comes from such games – unbreakable glass.

The new RM 53-01 Tourbillon Pablo Mac Donough was designed in such a way that even if struck by a mallet, it will not break. To achieve this seemingly impossible feat, Richard Mille engineered a revolutionary new glass that’s incredibly strong, even when curved – moulding the glass to fit the brand’s signature curved casing, designed to perfectly fit the wearer’s wrist, was the biggest challenge, the team told us.

The laminated glass, which was specially developed for this launch – and has since been patented by Richard Mille – comprises two sheets of sapphire glass, separated by a Polyvinyl film. During testing engineers hit it with pendulums but the only way to crack it was to take a hammer to the dial at close range – even then, the glass just cracked, it didn’t shatter.

In fact, after analysing X-rays of Argentinian player Pablo Mac Donough’s previous injuries, including a time a mallet hit his skull, a brand representative confirmed that the movement was better protected than the champion player’s head. So, if it’s guaranteed protection you’re after, the RM 53-01 Tourbillon Pablo Mac Donough could be for you. richardmille.com

TO ACHIEVE THIS SEEMINGLY IMPOSSIBLE FEAT, RICHARD MILLE ENGINEED A REVOLUTIONARY NEW GLASS THAT’S INCREDIBLY STRONG, EVEN WHEN CURVED

Top: Pablo Mac Donough Below: RM 53-01 Tourbillon Pablo Mac Donough

A SECOND SKIN Ahead of the premiere of highly-anticipated new TV drama The Alienist, Tempus delves into the life, and wardrobe, of man of the moment Luke Evans Words: Rachel Ingram

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uke Evans makes no secret of his love of dressing up. Describing his costumes as the “final skin” of his character transformation, the actor’s clothing is just as important as his script. Confirming his adoration for wardrobe, Michael Kaplan, the costume designer on Evans’ latest venture The Alienist says: “Luke Evans’ fittings would go on for hours. He loved the clothes!’”

In Netflix show The Alienist, set in late 19th century New York, Evans plays John Moore, an illustrator for the NY Times, who gets swept up in a serial killer murder mystery alongside psychologist Dr Laszlo Kreizler (Daniel Brühl) and Sara Howard (Dakota Fanning). Besides its captivating storyline, critics say the show is set to be the new Peaky Blinders in terms of style influence – picture dark three-piece suits and stiff collars for men and hooped skirts and corsets for women.

The show was quite the change from Evans’ 2017 appearance as lothario Gaston in Disney’s live-action adaptation of Beauty and the Beast, where the flirtatious personality of his villainous character was brought out by a bold leather red jacket, or earlier still in Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit, where costumes made of animal skins personified the ruggedness of his heroic character Bard the Bowman.

The Welshman’s love of costume dates back to the days when he was a star of the stage – Evans cut his teeth in the West End, featuring in shows such as Miss Saigon and Rent before making the move to Hollywood, where he was an instant success. The Alienist is the actor’s first foray into television – a challenge which enabled Evans to delve deeper into his character, and his enviable wardrobe.

Ahead of the premiere – the 10-part series launches on Netflix on 19 April – Tempus goes inside the wardrobe with Evans, who was recently named ‘third most stylish man in the world’ by GQ, to talk style, tailoring and life as a Welshman in Hollywood. »

Tempus: Michael Kaplan is an icon in the costume world.

What was it like working with him on The Alienist?

Luke Evans: Michael Kaplan is a legend. He had a wonderful team who researched and found these amazing costumiers and tailors who made the suits by hand, exactly how they were back in the day – it’s the detail that really drew me in. When you work with an amazing costume designer it’s an honour to put the clothes on. Frankly, he did say to me I had as many, if not more, outfits than Dakota Fanning’s character, because [my character] John Moore was such a dandy – he was always dressing up. There’s one scene where they’re in the countryside in a carriage and he's in a light grey three-piece felt suit – it was just wonderful and it benefitted my character an awful lot. It definitely influenced how I stood and how I felt. He always looks so fantastic.

How does dressing up help you get into character?

It’s the final skin. You layer a character with the preparation, the line learning, the research, the conversations with the director, the psychology, the back story… but it’s not until you put the costume on that you fully disappear. That’s why I think costume is so important to a character. People will make an assumption of you from the way you dress without you even opening your mouth. Sadly, that’s the superficiality of our culture.

Do you use wardrobe to reflect a certain persona in your personal life, too?

Yes – clothes are costumes, in a way, because you can use them as armour, you can use them for confidence, you can use them to disappear, you can use them to hide behind… clothes are a very interesting commodity. I also love travelling and seeing how fashion and clothing changes depending on the climate, culture, religion or gender of a person. I think fashion is an extraordinary medium because it moves so quickly. It’s wonderful how some things have lasted the test of time while others have disappeared off our shelves.

The style of The Alienist is distinctly American – did you notice any differences between American and British tailoring during filming?

I don't know whether I could tell you exact differences within the structures but the American-style collars were cardboard, which I absolutely hated. It was like wearing a neck brace most of the time because you can't get out of it. Once you had the collar on, you couldn’t bend down to do your shoes even if you wanted to, so it was quite a challenge, particularly when dealing with the 40°C Hungarian summer heat. There was a lot to fight with, even though we looked great.

The weirdest part of dressing in 1896 clothing is nobody could change alone – you had to have a maid or a manservant because the outfit was impossible to put on without help. There were only certain levels of society that would have been able to wear the outfits that we wore.

So the show hasn’t inspired you to start dressing like that on a daily basis?

No, absolutely not! Although I have to say they were some of the nicest, most detailed costumes I’ve ever worn – and I love the costumes I’ve worn in my films, from ‘Bard the Bowman’ (in The Hobbit) when it was all animal skins and rope, to these incredible finely made three-piece suits and tartans.

When you’re on set, how involved do you get in the wardrobe?

Massively. Michael couldn’t get me out of the dressing room, I

STYLE didn’t want to leave because I wanted to go through everything, from choosing the stone in my ring to the pens in my drawing kit. I absolutely love it because I’m choosing as John Moore, my character. I’m not choosing as Luke.

Sometimes, if you allow the costume designers to do it all for you, you just have to work with what you’ve got, but if they’re open and collaborative enough to allow you to work with them, it helps layer the character and informs you, as an actor, how to play that character. Clothing and costume is super important, especially on a period character, because people don't dress like that anymore, so there’s even more responsibly to authenticate the look.

Your costumes in The Alienist are rather different from those on Beauty and The Beast. Which did you prefer?

Nearly every time I’ve met kids since being in Beauty and The Beast and playing Gaston, their first question is almost always ‘where is your red jacket?’ I’ve realised the colour red is so important, for fans and for Gaston. Before we came to the right colour and shape, we dyed so many pieces of leather and went through so many incarnations, you would not believe it, but it was this colour that resonated with the kids. I thought it was very interesting.

There’s a whole subculture of fans who do Cosplay – I’d never heard of it until somebody told me girls have been dressing up as Gaston and going to film and Comic Con events – they’ve made the leather jacket, the buttons, painted a moustache on, and pulled their hair back. It’s impressive. Women also dress up as Bard the Bowman an awful lot of the time, too.

You attend a lot of red carpet events – how do you decide what to wear?

I work very closely with a stylist, Tom Stubbs. He's very well known on the London circuit and dresses lots of celebrities, from Dermot O’Leary to myself and many others. We’ve been working together for almost eight years now and there isn't much he doesn't know about fashion and tailoring within London. He has an incredible memory and knowledge of these bespoke, older tailors who are still making incredible suits, like Edward Sexton – I wear him quite often. This man was making suits for The Rolling Stones and Rod Stewart for 50 years.

Does your stylist tell you what to wear or do give him ideas?

During the year, when we’re not doing a press tour or campaign, I’ll see something in a magazine, take a picture and send it to him and say ‘this is cool, I love the print, I love the shape, etc’ and we build up a data bank of images, like a sort of mood board. When it comes to doing our fittings, Tom brings in rails of stuff. We pull from Dolce & Gabbana, Hugo Boss, Armani and all these big brands, but I also like to mix in British brands like Thom Sweeney and Edward Sexton. I’ve been wearing a lot of Richard James and Derek Rose, too. If we go down the Italian route, Brunello Cucinelli is always one of my favourites.

Tom often pushes me to try different things. I’m not scared to try on a double-breasted pin stripe – I tried a full Ralph Lauren look for the New York premiere of The Alienist in January and it looked great. I felt fantastic, quite dapper, slightly Prince Charles-esque but for the new generation. »

The Alienist was your first foray into television. How did you find going from stage to film and, now, into TV? It feels very different when you’re acting on a stage in front of a live audience to acting in film where there is no audience, you have no response apart from the director, and you only come back to the finished product a year later. Television is much like a long movie.

Obviously, when you have 10 hours of content instead of two, you have much more of an arc for your character, you have longer to tell the story of your character and it allows the writers to create a much richer story – especially for my character because there’s much more to him in the show than there is in the book.

The show brings to light some interesting perceptions of mental illness in late 19th century. What did you learn from working on the show?

The show addresses many uncomfortable subject matters but mental illness is definitely one of them. As you can imagine in 1896, people didn’t really understand what mental illness was. There were different grades of different mentally ill people struggling to function and survive in their daily life because there was no help.

The people who looked after them were known as ‘alienists’ – early psychologists who knew that these people needed be understood and accepted in society. We’ve come an awfully long way since, but it’s still something that’s not really talked about or filmed within a dramatic backdrop like this.

One thing that The Alienist does well is it will educate many younger generations as to how far we've come in accepting so many things and also eliminating many things from society, such as child prostitution within New York City.

Was helping to educate people what attracted you to the role of John Moore?

No, I just love to tell a story and this really is an incredible book.

Paramount were trying to make it into a feature film for many years, and it was only when they realised it should be a limited series of 10 episodes that it came to life. Because the book is so rich and deep, and it spans the whole cultural spectrum of New York, to do it in two hours could have been a disaster. I’m very grateful to be able to tell this incredible story and to have worked with such talented people – from the set designers to the actors to the directors, it was a class act from the second we started to the second we finished.

Would you consider doing more TV after this experience?

I definitely didn't have a bad experience so I’m open to doing another limited series. I'm not interested in signing up to a role for years and years as I like to challenge myself within new projects and journeys, but I would definitely do something else – and revisit John Moore if they chose to do that.

I guess when working on a longer project it helps when you get on so well with your co-stars (Dakota Fanning and Daniel Brühl)?

Yeah, we get on very well, they’re so sweet. I miss them a lot.

Sometimes as actors you get pulled out of your comfort zone and thrown into a completely different place where you have no anchor,

I TRIED A FULL RALPH LAUREN LOOK FOR THE NEW YORK PREMIERE OF THE ALIENIST IN JANUARY AND IT LOOKED GREAT. I FELT FANTASTIC, QUITE DAPPER, SLIGHTLY PRINCE CHARLES-ESQUE BUT FOR THE NEW GENERATION

no grounding or home – the people you’re with become your family.

We became extremely close and we still are now, we all have a WhatsApp chat group and we talk about each week’s episode, what we like and what we would have changed. That’s lovely because that doesn't happen on every job – sometimes you say goodbye and don’t see them again until the press tour, but it’s different on this one.

Do you think that’s because The Alienist was such an intense story to tell?

Yes, very much, I think it is. We all supported each other, we all had a very intense story to tell. Our characters were all suffering with their own demons so there were some days we were confronted with some serious, dark things. We were there for each other and we had to make each other giggle at the end of the day, it’s just what you do.

Your fans have seen you play a number of different roles, is there something left that you really want to do?

I haven’t done a huge amount of comedy, which is something I’m going to be doing more of at the end of the year with my movie Supernormal, which I’m producing with Josh Gad and Lin Pictures for Netflix. That’s my first experience as a producer and it’s been very interesting.

I have to say, the characters that have given me the most rewarding experience are the ones that have come to me out of the blue – when you think you’re sailing your own ship but then a gust of wind comes and takes you off course, but actually it was meant to be. It’s important to take risks.

Watch Luke Evans in The Alienist, released internationally on Netflix on 19 April 2018

Luke Evans with co-stars Dakota Fanning and Daniel Brühl

JOIN THE CLUB In an increasingly competitive market, luxury brands are encouraging loyalty by plying their most faithful clients with money-can’t-buy perks and added value rewards Words: Zoe Dickens

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Hermès Birkin 35 in printed swift calfskin

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n decades past, a new suit meant visiting a tailor who knew your measurements by heart, and international travel involved commissioning a bespoke trunk six months in advance. However, in a technological age where you can purchase the latest collections straight from the catwalk and order a private jet via a smartphone app, the luxury retail landscape looks vastly different. With the market more democratic than ever, competition for the truly high net worth customer is fierce and companies must find new ways to secure their ever-important loyalty.

In response, a number of luxury brands now offer a range of perks and benefits for top end clients. At their most basic, these include early or privileged access to new products. Rumours abound, for example, that Hermès makes certain new releases available to only its most loyal clients. One need only look at the cult of the Birkin bag – which requires the connections akin to joining a private member’s club to obtain new, and forces those without to pay hundreds of thousands on the vintage market – to see the success of maintaining exclusivity.

However, in an environment of impersonal online shopping, offering service that goes above and beyond can be far more effective – and few know this better than Harrods. “People come to Harrods from across the world for its service,” explains

Sabrina Cannon, deputy director of personal shopping for the Knightsbridge department store.

“We know that customers seek an enhanced bespoke experience and personalised attention and we are very proud to provide that.”

The store’s official services include everything from sending a trunk of curated new season fashion to a client’s home to overseeing the interior design of their new apartment. However, for the truly privileged, no request is too big or too small. Need last minute tickets to Hamilton? Heading abroad and want a stylist to edit your existing wardrobe to suitcase size? Harrods will take care of it.

“We have had instances where businesspeople have landed in London without luggage due to an airline mix-up and we have made sure they have a new, tailored wardrobe, including any technology they need for business meetings, delivered to their hotel that same day,” says Cannon. “Our team build longstanding relationships with their clients and are proactive in helping them with what they need.”

It is these client relationships that Emma Ricketts, head of lifestyle communications at RollsRoyce Motor Cars, says are key to the marque’s hugely loyal family of customers. With every car built to the owner’s exact requirements, down to the colour of the stitching, a new Rolls-Royce can be up to three years in the making. With staff »

and customers very much on first name terms, many of Rolls-Royce’s most intriguing developments have come off the back of their clients’ suggestions.

Founded in 2015, the Rolls-Royce Art Programme is the perfect example of this, being a direct result of Rolls-Royce owners’ collective love of art. Along with commissioning new pieces by up-and-coming artists and hosting exhibitions at key art events, the programme offers Rolls-Royce owners the chance to attend exclusive art drives, talks and tours around the world. “The Rolls-Royce Art Programme presents unique opportunities and experiences for our owners,” explains Ricketts. “Through patronage, commissioning new works and being a benefactor of artistic institutions, the marque provides bespoke experiences and contributes to the fabric of the art world.”

Recent events have included an art drive in Prague featuring visits to the Lobkowicz Library and Nelahozeves Castle where guests were treated to a guided tour of Prince William Lobkowicz’s private collection, hosted by the royal himself.

And, frankly, where better to show off the latest addition to your Rolls-Royce collection?

Collectors are, of course, key to any thriving luxury brand and nowhere is this truer than in the world of fine watches. Most watch lovers, for example, will count a Breguet among their collection both for the love of its timepieces and the badge of honour that is having your name in its mythical Hall of Fame. One new watch house, however, has taken the idea of members to its natural conclusion with an entire business model based around being part of the brand’s ‘club’.

One of the original ‘Dirty Dozen’ watchmakers that supplied timepieces to the British military,

Prince Lobkowicz talks to Rolls-Royce owners

THE REFERRAL METHOD GIVES OWNERS THE ABILITY TO CURATE AND

CONTROL THE NARRATIVE

OF THE COMPANY. WE WANT OUR OWNERS TO FEEL SPECIAL Vertex was revived in 2016 by Don Cochrane, great-grandson of the original founder. Its first watch, the M100, has been created in a strictly limited run of 600 pieces with Cochrane choosing the first 60 invited to buy one. These ‘members’ were then able to invite a further five who, in turn, could invite one each, and so on. The idea, says Cochrane, was not to be elitist – although the brand certainly counts more than a few celebrities among its owners – but to value customers as more than just a commodity.

“We wanted to create relationships and a brand with soul,” explains Cochrane. “The referral method gives owners the ability to curate and control the narrative of the company. We want our owners to feel special. If everyone could have the watch or they were too easy to get it would devalue the brand and change the way this beautiful object is perceived.”

Cochrane also see Vertex as a way of bringing people together. With a 500-strong waiting list, he often asks members – all of whom he has met personally – to meet with those who have requested a referral. There are also plans for Vertex spaces at the summer festivals and members events at the brand’s forthcoming Marylebone store.

“There’s no denying the model has been commercially difficult,” admits Cochrane, “But it’s about more than just money, it’s about how we want the brand to be defined in the world. This way you are no more important if you’ve bought 20 watches or if you’ve bought just one – which is exactly how I want the brand to be.”

With even high-end big hitters such as luxury conglomerate LVMH and Net-A-Porter offering special benefits for shareholders and top-end customers, it may be time to ask if your favourite brands are really working hard enough to keep your custom.

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BreguetM100 records book Vertex

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A glimpse inside the AdR archive

Fashion icon Anna Dello Russo tells all in her new book AdR Book: Beyond Fashion

The queen of STREET STYLE Anna Dello Russo on being a fashion icon and her new book, AdR Book: Beyond Fashion Words: Paolo Briscese

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n eccentric icon and a gutsy trend-setter with a penchant for taking something kitsch and making it elegant, Anna Dello Russo is one of the most influential women in fashion. During her long and illustrious career, she has worked with world-renowned stylists and photographers, redesigning the codes of contemporary fashion. Explosive and zealous, but also bold and determined, where Dello Russo goes, the crowds follow. There is no fashion event where photographers don’t snap her looks, which are always daring, ironic and disruptive, capturing the imagination of her followers the world over.

“Fashion is a true expression of freedom,” says Dello Russo, 55, for whom social media has been an essential tool to solidify her status as one of the most popular fashion figures on the web. Now, she’s decided to immortalise her career in a new book, AdR Book: Beyond Fashion, published by Phaidon, which takes readers on a journey through the whimsical world of her digital alter ego, AdR. Ahead of the UK book launch, scheduled for late April, we met the fashion editor in Milan, who told us exclusively about her incredible world of fashion shows, parties and playing dress up. »

Tempus: Anna, let's start from the beginning. Where does your passion for fashion come from?

Anna Dello Russo: Fashion is my ‘downfall’. Everyone is born with a soft spot and for me, it’s always been fashion. Over the years, it has grown and grown. As a child, I imagined that I’d become a prominent stylist or a well-known fashion journalist. I dreamt of wearing designer clothes, being immersed in creativity and surrounded by fashion shows, dresses and accessories. Once, I even asked a friend if I could swap my pair of jeans for her mother’s Versace jacket. I was madly obsessed with labels.

I always dreamt of working in fashion and now this dream has become a reality. I consider myself very lucky. My work allows me to express my boundless passion for fashion and my absolute devotion to creativity and talent.

You are one of the most important fashion icons in the world. That must feel like a big responsibility?

All public figures hold great responsibility. First, as the editor of a magazine, and now because of my social media presence, I feel more and more responsible for the messages that are put out to the new generations, who use the internet as a prime channel of communication.

How would you define fashion?

Fashion is my unconscious, my language, my muse for inspiration.

It’s my medicine. In fashion, I’ve always been able to follow my intuition, much more than in real life. Style, unlike fashion, is ‘ad personam’. Between fashion and style, I prefer fashion, it’s less pretentious, more authentic, and a real expression of freedom.

Your looks are often quite eccentric. Are you ever scared of being too daring?

Absolutely not! I have always put my foot down when it comes to creating my looks, which has let me drive forward the ‘street style’ look. They would never have accepted seeing me with a simple black coat, even a beautiful one.

Do you have any favourite designers?

Not just one, I love them all. Fashion comes from the heart!

Since you started your career, how has fashion changed and what influence has the digital world had?

Since 2000, digital technology has been like a tsunami wave that has submerged everything, especially fashion, having a huge impact also on the content conveyed. The beauty of fashion is that it’s always ahead of time.

Is there an outfit or accessory that you are particularly attached to?

I love all my clothes and accessories, I don’t have any preference.

Every outfit is like a string of pearls, if even just one pearl falls out, everything comes undone.

For you, is fashion a pleasure or a job? A discipline or creative freedom?

Fashion is so many things together: pleasure, work, discipline, perseverance, creative freedom... lights and shadows, as it is in the life of every one of us. »

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STYLE You are a nomad by vocation, always around the world.

Where do you really feel at home?

In my trullo in Puglia, an extraordinary place where I was born and where it all began.

In April, your book, AdR Book: Beyond Fashion, will be released by Phaidon. What does this project mean to you?

It is the mark of success of my 30-year career. The book is a box that contains the most important moments of my journey. I felt the need and desire to convey fashion with a lighter message, as only children's fairy tales can do. I would like this book to convey fashion to even the youngest readers.

If you look at your career, what was the encounter that changed your life?

Franca Sozzani, my mentor. She taught me never to be afraid and that you can achieve anything if you really want it.

On 24 February, you auctioned some of your outfits. The proceeds will be used to finance scholarships to support young fashion talents. How did this idea come about?

My archive is part of my heritage, the heritage of my life: the things I’ve seen, things I’ve learnt and, obviously, clothes! I now feel the need to share it. It couldn’t just be left there stuck in a closet. This way, it’ll have the chance to be experienced by other people.

You’ve also created a collection of jewels in collaboration with Swarovski. Can you tell us more about this?

Swarovski has always been synonymous with glamour, dreams and magic. Nadja Swarovski has a strong aesthetic taste, combined with a clear ethical drive. We are passionate about fashion and the new generations, which has brought us to collaborate on this project. I can’t reveal much about it yet.

In your opinion, can fashion still amaze people today?

Fashion will always amaze people. It is changeable and dynamic; it is a muse and so it’ll never die. Let me ask you a question – will music ever stop exciting us? Will poets ever stop writing? Never!

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THE FUTURE IS NOW As shopping goes online and currencies turn crypto, the Tempus Boutique provides luxury brands and connoisseurs with a unique retail opportunity

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s 2017 naysayers tout the death of retail, e-commerce is experiencing an all-time boom. Nowhere is this clearer than in the luxury section, which has traditionally spurned the jump into digital sales. Now, declining footfall means stores are focusing on becoming concept destinations for elegant shoppers. Dolce & Gabbana's collaboration with CARBONDALE, for instance, saw the fashion house create two dramatic stores – a James Bond-themed VIP entrance in MonteCarlo and a perfectly preserved Renaissance storefront in Venice. These stores are as far from the high street experience as you can get, where shopping becomes more about a day out and a photo opportunity than a quick browse. This, in turn, pushes sales online.

Though the luxury world is historically the most reluctant sector to take its shopping experience onto the internet, many brands are logging on to the potential of allowing digital marketplaces to foot the bill, and to allow their physical flagships to be far more creative. The most pioneering of those brands, and their customers, are also opening themselves up to the burgeoning world of cryptocurrency – a revolution that has born myriad overnight millionaires and, as such, opened up the luxury market to a whole new audience.

In March, Tempus launches the Tempus Crypto Boutique, the world’s first cryptocurrency online marketplace for luxury goods and services.

Providing high-end brands and luxury »

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FabergĂŠ diamond crossover ring

Tateossian Panorama dice cufflinks

Sandra Cronan vintage bracelet

Tateossian Belgravia bangle

Cuerno de Chivo by Bran Symondson

Tateossian Chelsea earrings

YAR bespoke audio system

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connoisseurs with a unique opportunity to tap into the exciting world of cryptocurrencies, Boutique showcases an array of luxury items which can be purchased with Bitcoin and Litecoin (with more currencies coming soon) or, if users wish, traditional pound sterling.

Visit to browse the latest accessories from world-famous brands including Fabergé; rare finds such as vintage jewellery from Sandra Cronan; fine watches from the likes of de Grisogono, Franck Muller and Hublot; and exciting tech gadgets – bespoke speakers from YAR are a highlight of this category. Users can also purchase classic cars – check out several beautifully restored Porsches from Duke of London in the Motor category – and explore artworks by revolutionary artists including Bran Symondson and Lincoln Townley who was, fittingly, the first artist in the UK to accept Bitcoin for his work.

In addition, visitors can book exclusive experiences such as lunches at private members’ club the London Sporting Club, hosted by stars including champion boxer Frank Bruno and former Olympian Lord Sebastian Coe. The Boutique also acts as a concierge for luxury aficionados. Through the site, users can book private consultations with luxury brands or receive real-time advice from a team of expert Boutique Advisors. It really is the future of online retail. boutique.tempusmagazine.co.uk

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Samuel L Jackson tells Tempus about being the world’s favourite badass and giving cancer the middle finger Words: Michelle Johnson

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ay what you like about Samuel L Jackson, he’s not afraid to be bold. Cool, charming and profane, the 69-yearold actor has defined righteous fury on our screens for decades. The prolific actor – he has appeared in more than 100 films – and producer didn’t quite find his big break until Quentin Tarantino’s 1993 hit Pulp Fiction, but he has since dominated the box office, becoming the highestgrossing box office star of all time – his films have made an staggering $4.9bn (£3.5bn) to date.

In April, Jackson returns to our screens as superspy Nick Fury in Avengers: Infinity War – the latest franchise to benefit from the actor’s love of fun-filled, high-octane adventures.

Before joining the Marvel clan, he enjoyed roles in the Star Wars franchise and Jurassic Park series.

He famously starred in Snakes On A Plane because he loved the title – and refused to let producers change it to something less, well, ridiculous.

Off screen, Jackson is known for his confident style – his distinctive

glasses, array of hats and penchant for a military style jacket – and doesn’t mind cherry picking from his character’s wardrobes when the opportunity calls.

“I have a clause in my contract that says I can keep the clothes I fancy,” he says. In fact, it’s just one of many contractual riders that would make any rock star’s green room feel unimaginative. Others include the right to leisure time – specifically, to allow time to play golf at least twice a week during shooting.

Even before his silver screen success, Jackson was never one to follow the crowd. From his early activity in the civil rights movement to his rousing commitment to the One For The Boys charity, when this BAFTA award-winning actor puts his weight behind something it’s a wholehearted endeavour.

Here, Jackson speaks exclusively to Tempus about his matter-of-fact approach to cancer awareness, not taking his work home, and why his competitive nature is the secret behind his success. »

Tempus: You’ve got a distinct look and obviously enjoy experimenting with different trends. Are there any style rules you follow?

how much of that ‘bad guy’ persona do you take home with you?

Nothing at all. For me, it’s simply acting. Though I will say one thing for sure – I don’t suffer fools well, on or off the clock.

Samuel L Jackson: Confidence, of course.

Confidence is the key in life, as well as in fashion. I have a healthy respect for traditions in menswear, but I don’t live by any hard and fast rules. I wear what interests me, and what feels great to wear.

And that usually works out great!

Is there a role (or real-life person) you'd love to play on screen?

No, I’m wide open!

You’re Chairman of One For The Boys, which has had a great presence at fashion weeks, including London Fashion Week Men's. Why do these events work so well with fashion?

Eyeballs are always on whatever is going down in the fashion world – especially when Fashion Week comes to town. A lot of guys love fashion and spend a lot of time making sure they look their best, but with the One For The Boys fashion events, we're saying 'hey man, we already know you look great on the outside, but think a bit about what's going on underneath all that, inside your body, too.'

What’s the key to your success?

The key to my success is definitely hard work, patience and dedication. I also really, really love my job, so that helps.

2018 is a big year for you in the box office – what are you most excited for audiences to see? Is there anything that's been a departure for you?

Most of the films I have out this year are sequels, so none of those have been a departure for me so much as it’s revisiting characters I’ve played before and are already familiar to audiences, like Nick Fury [Avengers: Infinity War]. One movie that came out at last year’s Toronto Film Festival was Unicorn Store, which is an indie movie where I did play more of a quirky character – that was a nice departure from the roles I’m more well known for.

You've worked with world-leading directors, like Quentin Tarantino, on multiple films. Do you look at each script individually, or is it your experience on their films that make you go back?

It’s both things really. Sometimes it’s an incredible script that just hooks me and I want to be a part of, but it also helps when you’ve worked with the director or some of the cast before, as it makes it a more comfortable working experience when you’re already familiar with each other and how each of you work.

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Who are your biggest inspirations?

The people who have been the biggest inspirations in my life are those who raised me and taught me I needed to give back. They are why I’m involved with charitable causes like One For The Boys and encourage others to use their profiles to help where they can, too.

Was there a key event or moment when you realised how few men are aware of the risks of cancer?

Sofia Davis launched One For The Boys in 2013.

She is a close friend of mine, and we’ve worked together for many, many years. Sofia’s friend Simon sadly lost his brother Ali to brain cancer, and soon after that Ali’s dad died from cancer, too.

Sofia wanted to do something to help Simon with the healing process. After researching it, Sofia found the only information for men out there was bit on prostate and testicular cancer, but we knew men needed something more as there are so many different types of cancers that can affect them, including breast cancer. So Sofia created One For The Boys to help create a change in male attitudes, and I offered to step in as chairman of the campaign to help use my voice to get guys speaking more openly about their health.

Catching cancer early gives you the best chance of beating it. It’s so important for guys to realise we’re not invincible, cancer can affect anyone at any time – it doesn’t matter how much money you have, cancer doesn’t give a fuck.

You've travelled extensively for One For The Boys and hosted galas to raise awareness.

Have you seen a difference?

I’ve definitely noticed a difference. One of the first times I saw One For The Boys making a difference in the real world was when a close friend of mine was inspired to go get himself checked out after we discussed the campaign. He told me afterwards that he went to his doctor and found out that he had early stage prostate cancer. It showed me just how important and needed this campaign is – and luckily my friend got treatment and is now in remission, all because he got himself checked early. onefortheboys.com

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Samuel L Jackson with celebrities at a One For The Boys fundraiser including 1 Craig David; 2 Richard Roundtree and Lewis Hamilton; 3 Kylie Minogue and Nicole Scherzinger; 4 David Gandy, AJ Buckley, Freddie Fox, Ray Stevenson, Jack Guinness, Daisy Lowe and Dylan Jones

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A QUESTION OF TASTE From fashionista favourites to brand extensions by designers, we celebrate some of the world’s most stylish restaurants Words: Scott Manson

The accepted wisdom is that fashion folk don’t eat like the rest of us. What we’d call some lonely-looking kale on a plate, they see as lunch. But like most clichés, the truth lies somewhere in between the extremes. Most people involved in fashion enjoy good gastronomy, but they do so in restaurants with a strong aesthetic. As the fashion calendar kicks off once again, here’s our selection of the places to see and be seen around the world – and what to eat when you’re there. And not a green salad to be seen.

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Paris Le Grand Restaurant The elegant and modern style of chef Jean-Francois Piège’s Le Grand Restaurant, holder of two Michelin stars, combines a bold white marble-lined open kitchen with a beautiful dining room whose mosaic-like skylight has design types cooing in delight. Try the signature dish of veal sweetbreads grilled over smouldering walnut shells and know what it is to enter culinary heaven. » jeanfrancoispiege.com

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Venue: Khanh Renaud Cuisine: Nicolas Lobbestael

Milan Cerisio 7 The Italian menswear capital has no shortage of great restaurants but the sartorial set are particularly enamoured of this top floor bar-cum-restaurant, in part because it’s owned by the twin brothers who run the Dsquared2 clothing label. Indeed, it’s part of their HQ. With its views over the city, outdoor pool and all-round hip vibe, Cerisio 7 is a must-check. The busy dining room sees visitors enjoying a host of Milanese classics, such as veal in monferrina sauce with green beans, zucchini flower, and truffle. ceresio7.com

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New York Eleven Madison Park One of the world’s highest-rated restaurants, it’s also no slouch in the style stakes thanks to a show-stopping interior, devised by Locust Valley–based firm Bentel & Bentel. From the dramatic double-height dining room with its elaborately decorated molding, to the smart bar, which sits beneath a similarly impressive goldleafed ceiling, this is a place to spend many, many happy hours.

Check out the signature lavender roasted duck and you’ll see why the waiting list at this place is so lengthy. Unless you’re Donatella or Tom, of course. elevenmadisonpark.com

Dubai Cavalli Club In a city that is never knowingly understated, it takes a lot to stand out. Step forward Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli with his eponymous club and restaurant. The fabulously flamboyant space, which cost around $30m (£21m) to build, is a celebration of crystals (they are everywhere) and animal print. Those looking to truly make a statement will book one of three suspended lounges, named Leopard, Zebra and Roberto, where you can enjoy views over the glittering space and enjoy sushi, Italian and international cuisine. It’s scientifically impossible not to have fun here. » fairmont.com

London German Gymnasium As befits the name, this place is a workout for the senses – from the two sweeping staircases that lead to the balcony to the original wooden beams that stand 57 feet from the floor – plus the ridiculously large collection of wine bottles that line the wall – it’s a beautiful and sensitively restored place. Indeed, it was recently named the ‘world’s best restaurant’ at the Restaurant and Bar Design Awards. Food-wise, think high-end European – from schnitzels and strudels to pork knuckles and dumplings. germangymnasium.com

Tokyo Beige It may be a word synonymous with bland, but Beige is a truly remarkable restaurant. To be expected, perhaps, given that Alain Ducasse – one of the world’s most awarded chefs – is at the helm.

Add to that the fact that he has partnered with luxury brand Chanel to create the restaurant, which sits on the top floor of its Ginza headquarters, and you have a recipe for success. Designed by Karl Lagerfeld, it’s become a must for fashion-conscious diners – but foodies also flock here for Ducasse’s mix of modern French cookery, combined with the best in Japanese produce such as Kumamoto red beef or Hokkaido spider crab. beige-tokyo.com

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hat do people complain about when they mention Paris?” asks one of Formula E’s top drivers, Jean-Éric Vergne. “The Parisians, and they’re right”, he chuckles.

“Alongside the traffic and the tourists, they’re a real pain”. Starting as he means to go on (bluffly and hilariously), the Frenchman – who races for the Techeetah Formula E Team – offers the inside track on the city he loves, bemoaning only the fact there is not enough time to meet his favourite chef, Guy Savoy, at the Hôtel de la Monnaie.

Parisian breakfast The Hoxton

Morning pit-stop Sacré Cœur

Wake up in the Parisian equivalent of Soho, the second arrondissement, where social media giants and start-ups channel the Shoreditch-style spirit that oozes from this stunning 18th century townhouse. Once the (rather rococo) property of an adviser to Louis XV, The Hoxton’s insides are the work of Soho House creatives, which shows especially in the edgy bedrooms.

Decked in chevron timber floors, contemporary-tiled bathrooms and other aspects of industrial chic, they form the perfect springboards from which to see the nearby Louvre or stroll the banks of the river Seine.

To justify the Hoxton’s splendid sourdough, poached-egg, salmon and hollandaise-sauce breakfast, a 30-minute walk north to Sacré Cœur is in order. One of Paris’ most monumental landmarks, in a city hardly lacking them, the Catholic Basilica sits on the summit of Montmartre, the highest point of the city. Built to do penance for losing the Franco-Prussian War, it’s remarkable not only for its unusual Franco-Byzantine idiom but also for placing France’s failed-crusader king, Louise IX, alongside the more obvious Joan of Arc, on equestrian statues above the entrance’s gable. »

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Lunch Balagan Meaning “beautiful mess” in Hebrew, Balagan is, in reality, more chichi than messy, but its open kitchen, bar-area and cosy corners do possess a certain energy. Regulars of The Palomar will be forgiven for noticing Levantine echoes, since it’s headed up by the two Israeli chefs (Assaf Granit and Uri Navon) that set up the popular London joint, yet the interior’s more obviously Mediterranean than the gaffe across la Manche, and has a new chef in Dan Yosha. Located near Place Vendôme, the beating heart of Paris, Balagan’s strongest dishes are tuna tartare (with garlic yoghurt and ginger), the crunchy acidic notes of fattoush, and the perplexingly delicious feta icecream to round it off.

Afternoon pit-stop Le Marais The Marais buzzes with the sound of high and low cultures mixing, breathing and clashing. Here, the swankiest fashion boutiques and most glamorous art galleries jostle with old-fashioned bread shops and dingy bars. Once the home of royalty’s power-brokers, after the French Revolution the lumpen took over and it quickly formed the nucleus of Jewish life. Nowadays, famous for avoiding the bulldozer that led to the homogenisation of Paris under the pen of G. E. Haussman, people flock to Marais for the old, medieval streetscapes and vibrant gay scene.

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Dinner Manko Gastón Acurio is a household name in Peru, where he runs a TV show and pens cookbooks at a rate faster than most can read. The theology behind the chef ’s Parisian haunt is that it’s named after the Father of all Incas, who happened to be the son of the Sun god, Inti.

But, really, all that gleams here are the chandeliers and staircases that scream big expenses in the eighth arrondissement, oh, and the giant sharing plates of ceviches, tiraditos (marinated in lime, fish fumet, onion, chillies and coriander) and charcoal-grilled beef. The cherry atop this merrily plutocratic offering, is the cabaret behind the restaurant, where sultry sorts recline to watch seductive shows at the same venue that Josephine Baker launched her career.

Re-live Jean-Éric Vergne’s day in Paris when ABB FIA Formula E Championship comes to the French capital on 28 April 2018. fiaformulae.com

Aperitif Prescription Cocktail Club Once the sun has taken a tumble, it’s time to seek nocturnal company at one of Paris’s breeziest speakeasies, the Prescription Cocktail Club. Very much a trendy Left Bank creature, here the glitterati chatter by candlelight while sipping some of the world’s quirkiest concoctions, which include the Old Cuban (mint, lime, Champagne, ginger and bitters) and The Experience (elderflower, lemongrass, basil, lemon and vodka). Rated among the highlights are ceiling-bowlers that hat-tip the Belgian surrealist René Magritte, a beautiful library, and DJ sets that raise the roof on weekends.

Turkish delight As the winter frost bites in the UK, we warm up with a Middle East-inspired treatment at the Ned’s Club Spa Words: Rachel Ingram

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efore visiting the Ned’s Spa Club, I’d experienced two hammams – each of which was totally different. The first was in a mixed spa in Jordan where, fresh from the steam room, butch Arab men in white towels threw buckets of cold water over us and scrubbed our skin to within an inch of our lives. The second took place in a private space in Dubai where, after a long, leisurely prep, a female therapist gently massaged oil with gold flakes into my skin. Despite being contrasting experiences, my skin was left looking radiant after each, so when I heard the Ned’s Spa Club had a hammam I was intrigued to see how the British spa would interpret the treatment.

For those who are hammam virgins, it’s an experience worth trying at least once. A traditional cleansing ritual with roots in Turkey and Morocco, the treatment dates back to the Ottoman Empire.

Originally a public bathing ritual in the Middle East, in the Western world it’s more commonly received as a private, or semi-private, spa treatment.

It features a number of stages, starting with a steam, during which toxins flood to the surface of the skin. Clients, who are requested to wear swimsuits, are then laid on a hot marble stone where their whole body is washed with cold water, including the hair – the hot and cold contrast prepares skin for the consequent stage. Next comes a full body scrub, followed by a second, warmer wash before, finally, a relaxing massage with essential oils.

My encounter at Ned’s Spa Club was not dissimilar to my second hammam – sadly minus the gold flakes.

My friendly therapist talked me through every step of the process, which was thorough – the scrub was, in fact, one of the best I’ve had in London to date, which my skin thanked me for. The hammam room itself

was a beautiful space with several marble counters circling a stone fountain. I was the only guest during my visit but I’m told it’s a popular booking for groups of friends, too.

Afterwards, I spent time relaxing by the Ned’s Spa Club’s stunning adults-only 20m pool and trying out the sauna and steam rooms. As I reclined waterside, comparing my three hammams, I realised that rather than examining just the treatment I needed to look at the experience as a whole – and it’s here that The Ned jumps to the top of my list. There’s something to be said about a spa in a private member’s club. Beyond the elegant aesthetics, cosy relaxation spaces and stunning marble-clad hamman, the spa’s service and atmosphere made me conclude – I think I’ll stay in London for my next hammam. thened.com/neds-club

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SliverFast by SilverYachts is the world’s fastest aluminium yacht

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ragging rights in the superyacht world are often tied to size.

Yachts like 162m Eclipse and 156m Dilbar are the envy of many, capable of incorporating everything from helipads and swimming pools to wine cellars and cinema rooms across their vast length. But while their smaller neighbours might be eclipsed by these gargantuan boats, they do have one advantage when it comes to speed.

Smaller boats, thanks to their weight and size, tend to be lightning quick. Take the SV Alpha, launched at last year’s Miami Boat Show as the world’s fastest yacht. Packed into just 11.7m, she can tear across the water at a hair-raising top speed of 78 knots. The same goes for the Midnight Express Quintessence43, which uses five 400hp Mercury outboard engines to achieve the same speed.

While superyacht owners might simply host one of these smaller boats in their on-board garage, ready to hoist out at a moment’s notice, others are also keen to ensure the mothership is capable of serious speed. Take Ermis² – despite being a fully-fledged superyacht at 37.5m long, she is still capable of doing 57 knots, thanks to her lightweight carbon fibre and titanium shell.

Michael Eaglen, CEO at McMullen & Wing, the New Zealand shipyard that built her, explains the motivations of the owner. “For Ermis², the need for speed was simple maths,” he says. “Based in the Greek Islands, the owner’s cruising options were limited only by the time he had available. If he could go twice as fast, he would get four times as many destination options for a given passage time. At nearly 60 knots, you cover a lot of ground in an hour or two!”

Superyacht owners are usually time poor – so the need for speed makes sense. While they can use their turbo tenders to fly into ports and restaurants, their yachts need to be capable of getting them from destination to destination as quickly as possible, ensuring they can make the most of their sparse holiday time. This is especially true now that exploration travel has become a big deal in superyachting circles. Voyages to far-flung regions like Antarctica and Papua New Guinea are far more efficient with a faster boat, after all.

Guido Krass, a yacht owner himself, was encouraged to set up his own shipyard after being told his ideas for a lightweight and speedy superyacht were not viable. “When we initially put our plans out to tender with some of the leading shipyards, we were told it wasn’t » possible,” he explains. “We were told, ‘it’s too light, it’s too narrow, it

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will not be that fast.’ At that point I said to myself, ‘I’ve built up a few companies, why is it going to be so hard to hire the best people and start building with my own shipyard?”

The result is SilverYachts – a shipyard with the tagline, ‘simplicity, efficiency and speed.’ Krass chose to set up the yard in Australia, inspired by the fast, lightweight catamaran ferries the country was churning out in the 1950s. “I was always intrigued by their design,” he says. “Things are more efficient when they are lighter. It wasn’t rocket science.”

SilverFast, one of the yard’s first triumphs, is the world’s fastest aluminium yacht, stretching out to 77m in length and boasting a sleek, silver hull. At top speed, she’s capable of 27 knots – and is currently for sale for a cool €79.5m.

Another shipyard making speed a priority is Sunseeker, who recently announced partnerships with both Red Bull Technologies and the Fifa World Cup. “Performance is part of our DNA and heritage,” explains the shipyard’s CEO Phil Popham of the affiliations. “The original boats that we made were small, fast speedboats. You’d go out during the day, but you’d be able to speed back to get the best seats at the restaurant that evening.”

The company will be looking back to their powerboat roots in the not-so-distant future and launching a new range of smaller, faster yachts – while continuing to ensure their bigger boats power ahead of the crowd. “Performance is not just about speed,” says Popham. “It’s a combination of distinctive design, craftsmanship and seaworthiness, as well as range and refinement.”

Many owners agree that speed isn’t everything when it comes to superyachting performance. John Rosatti, who owns the 65m yacht Double Down, is one of them. “In my opinion, speed is not important when you have a superyacht,” he says. “We’ve learned how to travel at night and wake up in the morning at our destination for a lot less money in fuel.”

When it comes to tenders though, Rosatti isn’t prepared to compromise. “We do have a 42-foot MTI that goes 80mph and can hold 15 people. I do think that is important for quicker trips and to get around faster.”

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t was inevitable. The mechanical blare fizzes around the Mercedes-AMG GT4’s pared back interior, the physicality of it intense.

I’m strapped in so tightly that I’m part of the car, the pistol-grip steering wheel directly in front, my left foot pinned to the floor on the clutch. I raise it, gingerly, not giving it enough revs. And stall. A rookie mistake, and one I knew I’d make.

The pitlane is at Paul Ricard, France, the car, a Mercedes-AMG GT4. If you’re not au fait with racing categories then GT4 is the newest, most competitive one out there. The race cars are closely related to their road car alternatives, which here is the Mercedes-AMG GT R. They’re less powerful which, according to the FIA’s balance of performance formula, means all cars should be equally competitive.

There’s plenty of competition, too, with manufacturers lining up to provide cars. This means we’re seeing grids of Audis, Aston Martins, BMWs, Corvettes, Ginettas, Maseratis, McLarens, Porsches and more in the growing category.

A season in the Mercedes-AMG will cost you roughly €300,000 (£260,000), or, about half the cost of buying a Mercedes-AMG GT R – or half a season in GT3. You won’t own the car but it’ll turn up with a team to run it over a full season of races, which you’ll share each a professional driver.

Someone like Thomas Jäger, Mercedes-AMG’s own driver who helped develop the car.

Jäger’s goal was to make it as easy for the amateur, or ‘gentleman racers’, to drive as possible – not so easy that you’ll not need some skills, though enough to allow mere mortals to drive it.

People like me.

I recover that early mistake, stabbing the starter button, giving the 4.0-litre biturbo V8 engine more revs and slipping the clutch a bit more leaving the pits. After doing so, that clutch pedal is redundant, the gears blown up and down the box via pneumatically actuated paddles – the physicality of the GT4 incredible. Forget what you’ve ever experienced in super and sports cars, racing cars are next-level stuff – they engage and enthral like nothing else.

It isn’t the outright speed, or even the acceleration, that makes the GT4 so captivating.

Indeed, many fast road cars accelerate with more alacrity. It’s the immediacy that defines the vehicle. Turn the steering wheel and the nose turns in so faithfully as to make any road car feel mute, the gearshift is similarly quick, and the brakes... put it this way, you’ll be glad of the sixpoint harness strapping you tightly into the chair.

I do 10 laps of Paul Ricard which, in Jäger’s words, is “very demanding and very technical.”

Even so, the GT4 is an absolute joy. The sensations are rich, the speed which it carries though the corners incredible – the GT4 a properly engineered and developed racer that’ll be competitive straight out of the box.If you have the budget, it’s a far more appealing way of spending it than on another supercar for your garage, a new boat, timepiece or artwork. Indeed, if you spend your money on one indulgence this year, make it a race car, and if you need someone to drive it when you can’t, then do give me a call. mercedes-amg.com

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he Maldives is typically thought of as a honeymoon destination. For many years, couples and newlyweds made up the bulk of travellers, with most resorts operating an unofficial ‘adults only’ policy.

However, as honeymooners turn into families, hotels have realised the need to grow with their customers and welcome the pitter-patter of tiny feet, as well as grown ones. Paving the path for luxury family-friendly travel in the Maldives is Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa, an island resort in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll. Our writer, a mother of two, says goodbye to wintery England and heads to the private island for a week of sun, sea and sheer indulgence – for all ages. »

When we had children, my husband and I thought we had kissed goodbye to the days of relaxing holidays, lazing on a beach sipping a cocktail and enjoying a slice of luxury. That was until we saw some friend’s photos of their family holiday to the Maldives – could it be possible that those days weren’t long gone after all?

When it comes to the Maldives you really are spoilt for choice – every island is paradise, every beach stunning, every sunset spectacular.

So where to start when choosing one? The Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa stood out to us as it’s a brand we know and trust. And as we wanted a smaller island with an intimate ambience and a safe environment for our two children – aged one and two – we were assured that this resort would be just that.

The journey to the Park Hyatt isn’t for the fainthearted – it’s one of the southernmost islands in the Maldives, located only 55km north of the equator. On top of the flight from London to Male, we took a short hour-long domestic flight, followed by a 30-minute speedboat transfer to the island. Thankfully, the plane ride offered spectacular views of the lagoons, offering plenty of distraction for the little ones, while the speedboat was an adventure in itself.

On arrival at the island, we were guided to ‘The Dhoni’, where we sat with our toes in the sand – there’s no need for shoes here – while we were given a warm welcome. Everyone was friendly and personable, and could not do enough for us – the children loved the extra attention. We felt like we were the most important people on the island and I’m certain every guest was made to feel the same.

After a briefing, we were whisked by electric cart to our room. We had a Park Pool Villa – water villas are out of the question for young families as the minimum age requirement is 12 – however the beachfront suite didn’t disappoint. We had a private plunge pool, direct access to the beach, a beautiful room with a vast 180sqm living space and beautiful amenities, plus a rain shower area with an outdoor terrazzo bath – an opportunity for us all to feel at one with nature.

The island has recently completed the construction of several new two-bedroom Park Pool Villas, featuring an impressive 300sqm main villa, plus a 44sqm villa with another bedroom and bathroom – ideal for guests or children.

Shared between them is a large pool with semisubmerged sunbeds and an outdoor cabana. It’s the perfect paradise escape for a family.

As you walk around the lush, green island, you’ll realise how deeply connected to nature you are – our daughter described it as ‘the jungle’, and it really did look like one. At the centre, hidden behind a sea of palm trees, is the residential area where all the staff and their families live. If you wish, you can attend a tour and discover the internal workings of the island and see where the water we were drinking was purified and where the local children play. Seeing how happy those who live there permanently are was a great testament to the island.

The resort’s dining options are fabulous.

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BLISSFUL SETTING Imagine lush oriental gardens and a pool landscape designed to create an environment of exotic aromas and water noises – without having to go long haul – and you have the 5-star Asia Gardens Hotel & Thai Spa on the White Coast in Alicante. Bringing the East to the West, creating the perfect setting in which to unwind, this resort brings the finest blend of Asian style, cuisine and therapies to a European hotel. Deluxe guest rooms have been designed in a meticulous Balinese style combining technology with comfort; dining is a masterly combination of original Asian flavors as well as traditional Mediterranean and international cuisine; and the hotel has an authentic Thai Spa where you can enjoy a genuine, traditional Thai massage. There’s even a kids’ club so the whole family can enjoy the hotel.

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spread in The Dining Room, while lunch can be taken outside by the poolside bar or served on the beach – ordering calamari and wagyu burgers to our seafront sunbeds was quite an experience.

For dinner, guests can choose from a wide selection of dishes back in The Dining Room, where staff provide entertainment for children, or head to The Island Grill, a casual yet sophisticated eatery offering international and regionallyinspired dishes, with a different theme every night.

We particularly enjoyed the seafood night, during which we dined on a spread of fresh catches under a fittingly striking setting of giant lobster cages which hung from the ceiling.

Other options include Lagoon, Starlight or Shoreline, all with their own selling points. One night a week, guests are also treated to drinks and canapés on the beach, where Maldivian dancers perform a local dance as the sun sets over the water – an unforgettable experience for all.

Of course, if you’d rather relax in privacy, there’s always in-room dining. Throughout our stay, chefs could not have been more accommodating to our family’s diverse taste – serving up extra dishes for the children when they were being fussy, or teasing our tastebuds with delicious snacks.

This level of service continued throughout every aspect of our stay.

If you, like us, aren’t particularly lucky with the weather, you won’t be short of activities to enjoy.

Make use of the babysitting services and grab an hour of bliss in the spa – we chose an incredible couple’s signature massage. On a sunny day, we decided to see what the reef had to offer and had a 30-minute guided snorkel by the in-house marine biologist who pointed out all the unicorn fish and all the ‘nemo’ clown fish clustered around the jetty.

Overall, the island has the usual amenities you would expect from a luxury holiday, but what stands out above all is the resort’s world-class staff and the phenomenal service they provide.

This, coupled with some of the most amazing sunsets I have ever witnessed, is what makes Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa one of the most unforgettable places I’ve ever visitied – and the whole family agrees. maldiveshadahaa.park.hyatt.com

Seal of approval How Palm Beach is boosting the sunshine state’s luxury tourism market Words: Rose Adams

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f I were to ask you to put Florida into words, certain adjectives synonymous with the Sunshine State may spring to mind – tropical, coastal and family-friendly, sure, but luxurious? Perhaps not so much. Separated from the mainland by the Lake Worth Lagoon lies America’s first resort destination, Palm Beach, an undiscovered gem filled with five-star hotels offering first-rate hospitality. As it turns out, it’s also one of America's best kept secrets.

As I explored the affluent 2,300 square miles that make up this opulent spot, taking in the expansive greenery and modern infrastructure, it become obvious why the glitterati have started to flock here in their droves. Historically a hit with the Rockefellers, Vanderbilts and Astors, Palm Beach is now a hit with the likes of Sir Rod Stewart and US President Donald Trump – who happened to be in residence during our visit. While we didn't get a chance to chat to POTUS himself, we did manage to enjoy some presidential treatment of our own at the five-star Eau Resort & Spa, just a stone’s throw away from Trump’s coastal Manalapan property.

The hotel sits along seven acres of private beach, with spacious rooms offering unhindered balcony views of the sun rising above the waves each morning – a truly unforgettable wake up call.

If you can drag your gaze away from the window, take note of the beautiful interiors – rooms are decorated with contemporary Mediterranean accents, courtesy of esteemed American designer Jonathan Adler.

A stand out feature of this hotel is it’s ‘adult playground’ – an exclusive spa which adopts a ‘pause, play, perfect’ approach to relaxation. I opted for the Eau Spa Signature Massage, a fullbody aromatherapy massage with luxury foot treatment and hot stones to finish. Each massage is completely bespoke – a point of difference that echoed throughout all aspects of the Eau’s hospitality – and you’re able to tailor the music, scents and colours inside your treatment room.

Every treatment is accompanied with a duo of cupcakes and glass of champagne – a perfect antidote to any lingering jet lag. »

One of Palm Beach's biggest appeals is its rich history. It was industrialist Henry M Flagler who transformed the land from an uninhabited wilderness to a luxury destination in the 1890s, by connecting Palm Beach to the Florida East Coast Railway and constructing luxury hotels Hotel Royal Poinciana and The Breakers. The former was pulled down in 1935 but the latter is still one of the grandest resorts in Palm Beach, boasting an array of restaurants, its own golf course The Ocean Course, and four pools. There, you can dine at their recently refurbished Seafood Bar – its aquatically themed décor is inspired by the allure of the yachting lifestyle and features a striking nautical interior including beautiful aquariums and 360˚ ocean views. Embracing the ocean theme, I opted for fresh stone crab claws on ice, followed by coconut shrimp with sweet chili aioli – a local delicacy that’s well worth sampling.

Speaking to the many residents we met during our trip, it's evident how proudly, almost passionately, they look back to Flagler and the history of their home. His former mansion, the Gilded-Age Estate, Whitehall, still exists today as The Flagler Museum. The 75-room estate, originally a wedding present for his wife Mary, is full of opulent art and antique furnishings.

But it's not all museums – Palm Beach is also a retail therapy hotspot. Worth Avenue, a historic shopping street not dissimilar to California’s Rodeo Drive, boasts a wealth of upscale boutiques including Tiffany & Co. and Chanel; and trendy eateries such as Ta-boo, a 1941 vintage bistro with a Continental-American menu. As I walked the length of the palm-lined avenue, impeccably presented women known as ‘Worth Avenue Models’ caught my eye. Dressed head to toe in outfits curated from the avenue's stores, they made for an original walking advertisement.

You can also spree at the open-air Royal Poinciana Plaza. Built in the late 1950s, it remains one of Palm Beach’s most treasured cultural gems, where you can pick up everything from rye bread to red Birkin bags.

Those who have ventured to Palm Beach are rightly smug in the knowledge of its lesserknown credentials, while those who’ve only just discovered its wonder – myself included – are in awe of all it has to offer. And with Trump a fan, it’s sure to be on everybody’s radar soon, so beat the crowds and claim your slice of sunshine sooner rather than later. thepalmbeaches.com Virgin Atlantic flies up to twice a day from London Heathrow to Miami. For bookings, visit virginatlantic.com

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ABOVE and BEYOND If it’s pampering combined with off-the-hook views you’re looking for, then the Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort pushes all the right buttons Words: Scott Manson

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ainland Greece is back in vogue.

There was a time when luxury travellers preferred the charms of islands such as Santorini for its stunning cliff-side retreats, or the gastronomic and party pleasures of Mykonos, but those in the know are now heading for less high-profile spots such as Kassandra.

Positioned away from the tourist hordes on the Halkidiki peninsula, the more remote prong of Kassandra is home to a world-class spa hotel – the Miraggio Thermal Spa Resort – which offers incredible views across the Aegean Sea, together with a beautiful beach and a selection of well-appointed rooms.

First impressions are good. The winding road here (it’s 2.5 hours from the nearest major airport) whisks us past pine forests, olive groves and a coastline that’s postcard perfect, with boats bobbing in an azure sea providing a promise of the fun to come.

Our room is stylish, although a little on the small side – grab a pool room instead, if you can. It does, however, have a magnificent view of the resort and its dramatic mountainous backdrop.

There are 300 rooms and suites, built in an amphitheatre-style, which sees them slope to the pools and sea beneath. And it is poolside

where this place really comes into its own.

Because these are super cool pools. They include a relaxing salt water pool that’s best suited to adults, a large lagoon style pool with water features (jets, underwater massage and huge fountains) plus a children's pool.

In terms of layout it’s very well thought out, with bars, restaurants and interesting boutiques scattered around the property.

The sunglass store, in particular, has a range of top-end shades that wouldn’t look out of place in one of London’s finest designer emporiums.

Dining is a treat here, too, which is just as well as the Miraggio is miles from the nearest village. Kritamo is the main restaurant, and it’s buffet style. Breakfast here is impressive, with pots of freshly brewed strong coffee being chivvied back and forth while guests enjoy groaning tables of delicacies that include beautiful cheeses, smoked salmon and, of course, the sort of sticky pastries that Greece does so well.

Elsewhere, Portofino offers good Italian dining, Toroneo, overlooking the marina, serves fresh seafood, and the Oasis Pool Bar/ Brasserie is perfect for a quick bite while poolside. Oh, and if you have kids, expect to spend a lot of time in the ice cream store.

For more grown-up fun, Sommelier's 8 Wine Bar is the perfect spot to enjoy the hotel’s refreshingly impressive wine list. I recommend the Whispering Angel, which is a great match for seafood.

Other must-dos? The 3,000sqm spa, of course, with its thermal water pools with hydrotherapy jets of varying temperatures and a rather cool swim in-swim out pool that offers a stunning view of Mount Athos. It’s worth visiting for those views alone, frankly.

Do try the ice-cube filled plunge pool, too, which is a brilliant pick-me-up, particularly if you’ve overdone it on the Whispering Angel the previous evening.

Speak to Marina Manager Konstantinos Dedes and he’ll arrange an afternoon’s sailing for you, setting off from the hotel’s own marina – with room for 81 big yachts.

We were taken on a tranquil excursion around the Toroneos Gulf, enjoying fresh fruit and even fresher fish while the waves gently lapped the hull of our beautiful boat.

As the sun set and I took a slow swim in the warm water, I realised that mainland Greece had claimed another convert – thanks to the magical powers of the Miraggio. miraggiothermalsparesort.com

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ow a destination makes you feel is incredibly important. It’s those memories and special moments that you hang on to, long after the holiday comes to a close. This is particularly true when looking at culinary tourism and the rise in popularity of travellers seeking adventures that satify their stomach as well as their minds.

With a significant increase in clients asking for unique culinary experiences, or even entire trips geared around food and drink, luxury hotels and travel agencies are actively seeking out new ways to tempt the taste buds of these discerning travellers.

Locally grown produce, prepared using traditional methods, is fast becoming a key demand, as travellers increasingly embrace local culture. As such, hotel chefs and bartenders are using local ingredients in their menus, and organising culinary activities where guests can learn to cook local dishes using traditional methods and ingredients either locally sourced of grown on the property.

The Rosewood Mayakoba in Mexico offers a gastronomic experience designed to connect guests with the traditions of the Travel expert Neil Pirie from region. Chefs grow a variety of fresh produce Generation Travel Group on the rising in their Mayan Garden and demonstrate traditional methods during cooking classes, trend of culinary tourism during which guests are encouraged to learn new culinary skills alongside the experts. The aim is clear – keep it simple and authentic. This also applies with the hotel’s tequila tasting sessions, during which hosts pair fine tequilas with authentic Mexican street food.

Elsewhere, One&Only Reethi Rah, a luxury property in the North Male Atoll region of the Maldives, also offers culinary lessons where guests can experiment with a variety of cooking styles, including traditional Maldivian cuisine featuring fresh fish that’s been caught that day.

Closer to home, the luxurious Verdura Resort in Sicily has embraced the excitement of culinary tourism and is attracting guests from far and wide with its restaurants and bars. Zagara, under the watchful eye of esteemed Italian chef Fulvio Pierangelini, showcases the natural produce of the Mediterranean island – olive oil, citrus, fresh fish and tomatoes – paired an extensive Sicilian wine list. When the season is right, Amare restaurant serves its speciality crudo (thinly sliced raw fish), accompanied with olive oil. Here, guests can watch chefs cook fresh sea food and barbecued meats on the beach front – alongside which lies a luscious garden and fruit orchard where many of the restaurant’s ingredients are grown.

It’s an exciting time to travel, with such diversity in the market for culinary tourism. The only question is – where will your taste buds tempt you to next?

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To enquire about organising a culinary-focused trip, contact Neil at travelexpert@tempusmagazine.co.uk

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FROM DESIGNER PROPERTIES TO FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP, HERE’S HOW YOU SHOULD BE INVESTING IN 2018

GRAND DESIGNS As the high-end property market diversifies, HNWs are investing in homes and interiors that showcase their personalities Words: Cheryl Markosky

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hen it comes to upper-scale interior design, almost everything – furniture, materials and trimming colours – is custom-made today, says Bear René’s Nicola Oaten. “Fabrics are woven to specific designs with the kids’ initials. One client wanted wallpaper displaying the same number of birds as her children, with the capacity to add another one when a new baby arrives,” she explains.

Other personalised trends, according to Nicola, include a jewellery room where friends admire your illuminated collection of spinning turntables, pools with portholes, and integrating elements from paintings into homes. Many well-heeled homeowners are also harking back

to the 1970s, which fashion-turned-interior designer Tomasz Starzewski believes is a revival of 1930s fashion.

“Nervousness is the mood of the moment, so we’re all non-minimalist homemakers now,” he says.

OS Designs’ Oz Lancaster notes an appetite for matching interiors in multiple homes – and yachts – around the globe. A Middle Eastern customer linked the style of his £12m Manchester residence to his penthouse in Dubai’s Burj Khalifa and an Indian property.

She argues that high-end patrons want to add value by embracing new trends to make homes more sellable.

“In an unsettled market, starchitect buildings are undoubtedly a safer prospect that will always command a premium,” adds Harvey Daniels of One Sothebys’ International Realty.

Knight Frank’s Edward de Mallet Morgan emphasises the value of underground parking for 20 cars, and red and white wine cellars with tasting zones to attract the right buyers; while YOO’s John Hitchcox thinks luxury’s having “solitary nesting space alongside communal areas where you spend time with your kids and friends, with ecofriendly homes the next big thing for the socially conscious”.

Here we discover four of the most unique properties on the market right now. »

Industrial heritage meets contemporary city living at Khun by YOO in Bangkok

One Thousand Museum One Thousand Museum isn’t a museum but a duplex penthouse measuring 16,000 sq ft in Zaha Hadid’s first residential skyscraper in the western hemisphere, overlooking Miami’s Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic. It’s blessed with an indoor pool, a private elevator whisking you up to a private rooftop helipad, and sensually curved architectural lines that blur the boundaries of art and architecture. On sale for $49m (£34.6m). onesothebysrealty.com

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Grevillia Modish Art Deco-style design reigns supreme at this ÂŁ49.4m waterside estate on the SaintJean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula in southeastern France. Owners can enjoy 12 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms across a principal villa, secondary villa and guesthouse. Fun touches include a glasssided infinity pool, polished copper-clad walls, a fitness area with sauna and hammam, and a media room with a bar. Âť knightfrank.com

Khun by YOO John Hitchcox and Philippe Starck work their magic at this ‘industrial heritage’, 27-storey project in Bangkok’s Thongo Lo in the heart of the Sukhumvit district. Luxe marble, unpolished concrete, copper and terrazzo meld with Starck’s playful yet functional furniture and furnishings. sansiri.com

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Chester Square Elegantly renovated by Wilben Developments, this substantial, Grade II-listed, white stucco terrace with eight bedrooms sits on a private garden square in London’s Belgravia. Key features include surround sound cinema, a gym, airconditioning and an incorporated mews house with double garage and roof garden. harrodsestates.com

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ith its designer stores, glamorous clientele and immaculately groomed pistes, Courchevel 1850 is like a carefully planned Chanel photo shoot. The highest village in the Courchevel resort, Courchevel 1850, which sits at 1,850 metres, is a playground of the rich and famous. An outlet for the pursuit of sport and hedonism, the village is home to Chanel’s biggest grossing store worldwide, and a number of luxury spas and entertainment such as Roberto Cavalli horse and carriage rides – yes, really. The slopes, meanwhile, are championship-standard, but staying true to the glamour of this unique location, it’s not uncommon to see people skiing in full fur coats.

In its early days, Courchevel 1850 was the resort of choice for Russian oligarchs, but nowadays it attracts a more diversified clientele. Originally, 60% of visitors were Russian – a number which dropped off but is slowly returning – while today, most visitors are from the UK and France, with increasing numbers from the Middle Eastern market, and, interestingly, Brazil. This shift is, in part, thanks to plans to transform the resort into a sporting hub – in 2023, Courchevel and the neighbouring resort of Méribel will team up to host the FIS Alpine World Ski Championship. And what a location for the competition.

The mountain itself is incredible. With a Trois Vallées pass, visitors can easily ski or snowboard from Courchevel into seven other resorts, including the world-leading resorts of Méribel and Val Thorens. But it’s at home that some of the most pleasant skiing can be found. Courchevel has the highest number of piste bashers in Europe, which is obvious from its slopes which appear to be perfectly groomed at all times – a major bonus if you’re at the beginner or intermediate levels.

Courchevel 1850 is known as the ‘jewel of the three valleys’ so there’s no surprise that it’s home to some of the most prestigious addresses in the area. In fact, in January, Savills unveiled its Ski Report for 2018 and listed the village as number three in its Ultra Prime category of ski resorts, marketing at an average of €31,400/sqm – just below leaders St Moritz and Verbier.

When looking for a property investment, it doesn’t get much better than Six Senses Residences Courchevel – a luxury chalet that offers all the perks of mountain living with the service and facilities you’d expect from a fivestar hotel. The 53-apartment chalet is the first residential project in Europe from Six Senses – a global brand known for its incredibly stylish hotels and spas, and decadent ‘your-wish-is-mycommand’ service.

Six Senses Residences Courchevel brings a superior level of luxury to the mountain.

Apartments – 50% of which have already been sold – range in size from 70sqm suites to 268sqm duplex five-bedroom penthouses, and require an investment of between €1.5m and €8.8m (£1.3m to £7.7m). All residences come with private terraces and balconies, featuring exceptional views, while the 10 penthouses feature customisable extras such as bespoke wine cellars. »

Each residence comes with interiors designed by award-winning design house Morpheus London.

Contemporary style is blended with alpine aesthetics such as exposed timber panelling and custom furniture made from natural materials.

Suites come finished, but changes can be made to suit the varying tastes of the owners.

When residents aren’t in town, they can choose to rent their apartments out, covering their VAT costs in the process – a service that’s organised by the Six Senses concierge team, which is always on hand to help residents and visitors.

Beyond the apartments, guests have access to a number of facilities, including a resident’s club, a private ski lodge at the foot of the main chair lift – making carrying your skis and boots to the lifts a thing of the past – and the Six Senses Spa Courchevel. A clear highlight of the chalet, the private spa is the ultimate wellness destination.

Therapists offer holistic therapies, including a range of signature massages, and innovative treatments such as electrotherapy, which speeds up muscle recovery after a day on the slopes.

The wellness-focused spa is also home to a stunning pool, saunas and steam rooms, a gym and fitness studio, a juice bar, and an outdoor jacuzzi for those brave enough to tiptoe through the snow – the contrast of hot and cold does wonders for your circulation.

When it comes to dining, guests can enjoy a hearty breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner in the welcoming resident’s only lounge. Private

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catering is also available, served in the comfort of the apartments. There’s also a large selection of restaurants and bars within walking distance of the hotel, where guests can enjoy traditional French or fine international gastronomy.

Within the chalet, there’s a real sense of community among the residents, all of whom share a certain wealth and love of the mountains.

The concierge team connects owners who they feel would benefit from an introduction, such as those with teenage children visiting at the same time. The chalet also throws resident’s only events, such as an annual Resident’s New Year’s Eve party, which is always a big success.

In peak season, Courchevel 1850 is flooded with the who’s who of society, making it excellent for people watching and making connections. A spokesperson even revealed that some owners admitted that a holiday here is the only time the whole family, including the children, come together – “the kids actually want to come with their parents because it’s Courchevel”, he said. It’s clear the sparkle of the jewel of the three valleys is as strong as ever.

With strong investment going into the resort, and the 2023 FIS Alpine World Ski Championship on the horizon, now is the ideal time to invest in Courchevel 1850. And when looking to buy in the alpine village, you’d struggle to find somewhere better than Six Senses Residences Courchevel. sixsenses.com

HIDE AND SEEK Discover a new way to travel, while expanding your property portfolio, with The Hideaways Club Words: Rachel Ingram

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imeshare isn’t exactly the sexiest word in the dictionary, however, for the cash rich the concept can offer an excellent opportunity to invest in the global property market, while enjoying some serious travel perks.

The Hideaways Club is the head honcho of the shared property investment fund world. The club works with a unique fractional property ownership model whereby investors become part owners of over 50 properties around the world, which they have access to throughout the year on a shared basis. Âť

How it works The concept is simple – you invest capital which is put into a property pot and reinvested into the group’s portfolio. If the value of the portfolio rises, so does your investment. And while your money is safely in the trusty hands of the board or directors, regulated by Velay Financial Services, you receive an annual ROI in the form of rental ‘points’. And the more you invest, the higher the allotment of points.

The system enables members to book getaways at any of the club’s portfolios, without any additional payment, bar a small annual fee to cover concierge services. One thing to note is that properties and seasons require a different value of points – a familysized villa in the peak of summer will require more than a smaller property off-season, for example.

A major bonus of the scheme is that as the portfolio expands, so do your travel options. The fund currently has over 40 luxury villas and 11 city apartments – each property with an average value of £1.3m – in 21 destinations worldwide. Investors can choose to join the Classic or City fund, or both, depending on whether they’re travelling for leisure or business.

For those with an investor’s mentality and capital to spare, it seems like a smart move. It seems sharing really is caring – for your bank balance that is.

Join the club Tempus was invited to Switzerland to experience The Hideaways Club first hand, as part of the fund’s first ever press trip. As we arrived at Chalet Gingembre, one of four luxury chalets owned by the ‘Classic Fund’ in the charming Swiss resort of Nendaz in the ‘Four Valleys’ , it was clear that this would be no ordinary ski trip.

We were greeted by a long-standing member of The Hideaways Club’s concierge team, who gave us a tour of the stunning fivebedroom alpine property, perched just off the slope at 1,550m.

The villa is traditional yet stylish, with trendy alpine décor, quality furnishings, luxury amenities and an indoor sauna and outdoor jacuzzi – ideal for soothing the muscles after a day on the slopes.

For advanced skiers, it’s ski-in ski-out, while for juniors a quick ride in a snowmobile will get you down into village to catch the lift.

Over a hot wine and homemade biscuits, our host talked us through the inner workings of The Hideaways Club. Before their arrival, guests complete a shopping inventory, filled with an extensive selection of gourmet goods, so they arrive to a full pantry that’s tailored to their tastes. There’s also a welcome basket filled with locally-sourced cupboard staples.

While staying at the chalet, guests can choose to cook for themselves, book full service meals, prepared by the club’s chefs, or dine out in the village. Waking up to the smell of bacon being cooked was a delight, while after a day on the mountain, we particularly enjoyed the serviced meal option – guests can pre-order from a varied selection of healthy but wholesome dishes, designed to give skiers a much-needed energy boost. There’s also a reheat option available for those who wish for absolute privacy.

During your stay, the concierge team is on hand to assist with anything from booking once-in-a-lifetime activities – paragliding over Verbier was a highlight of our trip – to organising ski passes and lessons – Montagne Magique Ski School offers a magical twist on instruction.

Discretion is, of course, of utmost importance. The club wouldn’t tell us about any of their guests but confirmed they include »

The stats Current members: 534 Number of countries: 21 Number of cities: 12 Classic Collection properties: 40 City apartments: 11 Affiliate partner properties: 250+ Classic Collection fund investment: £88,000 – £230,000 with annual contribution from £5,000 to £15,000 City Property Fund investment: £69,500 – £127,000 with annual contribution from £3,500 and £7,000 Most popular properties in 2017: Barcelona, Ibiza, New York, London and Sardinia New for 2018: The Italian lakes

businesspeople, politicians, sports stars and famous faces from around the world.

The slopes around Nendaz may not be as famous as neighbouring Verbier – which can be skied to in less than an hour – but skiing in an upcoming resort can be a bonus. There’s less waiting time for lifts, fewer people on the slopes, and smaller queues in the après-ski bars – of which there are many. Nendaz is also perfectly located to explore the ‘Four Valleys’, which is a haven for skiers and snowboarders of all levels during winter, and an up-and-coming hotspot for hikers, bikers and water sports enthusiasts in summer.

When it’s time to hit the slopes, The Hideaways Club has its own private fitting room in the village, which is ideal for avoiding the weekend rush at the premier ski shops, and just another example of the thoughtful service provided by the team.

A group effort When a member joins The Hideaways Club, they become a partner with great authority. The board regularly consults with members on changes to the portfolio, meaning that investors can influence the fund based on their own personal desires. The Italian Lakes, for instance, were frequently requested in 2017 so, in 2018, the board is focusing on investments in this area.

And while some members of the HNW community would prefer to simply go out and buy their own lakefront mansion, the club is an incredible opportunity for investors looking to ‘try before you buy’ in myriad locations around the world. Likewise, it would suit those who prefer to leave the stress of buying properties to the professionals and sit back and reap the benefits while their investment grows.

If you have capital, love to travel and are looking to expand your property portfolio, joining The Hideaways Club is a sure-fire way to please both your adventurous side and your accountant. thehideawaysclub.com

After the show, it’s the AFTER PARTY A sneak peek inside The BRITs Official After Show Party in partnership with Tempus

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his year’s BRIT Awards wowed audiences with live performances from the likes of Justin Timberlake and Foo Fighters, Dua Lipa, Stormzy and Ed Sheeran. But as the curtain fell on another show, the night was just beginning as 4,500 VIP and celebrity guests made their way from The O2 Arena to the adjacent InterContinental London – The O2, where Tempus was on hand to host the BRITs Official Aftershow Party.

Glamorously-clad celebrities, including singer Pixie Lott and her model partner Oliver Cheshire, model and actor Paul Sculfor, singer Tallia Storm, and Norwegian Prince Marius BorgHøiby, walked the red carpet on their way to the penthouse, where Tempus hosted a invite-only »

Acantha Lang performs at the pre-BRITs show

BeringIce vodka flowed all night

Singer Pixie Lott cheers on her partner, model Oliver Cheshire, at the Formula E simulators

Formula E star Mitch Evans coaches model Paul Sculfor

party that was as unique and glamorous as the BRIT Awards itself.

On arrival, guests were treated to BeringIce vodka cocktails to get them into the party mood, and during the evening, party goers were treated to DJ sets and live entertainment. They were also invited to take part in a number of exciting challenges, such as casino games, and given a once-in-a-lifetime chance to race Formula E star Mitch Evans on electric motor racing simulators – despite best efforts, Evans remained unbeaten.

Then, if the competition got too much, celebrity hair stylist Lee Stafford and his team was on hand at his pop-up ‘pamper parlour’ to revitalise any windswept locks.

And because it’s not a party without a photo booth, Vox Vanguard created an astonishing immersive photo shoot pop up, inspired by Henri Rousseau’s paintings of the tropics. “We wanted to create this dream-like and unattainable paradise for the Tempus BRIT’s After Party,” founder »

Singer Laura Doggett with artist Bran Symondson and model Maria Sergejeva

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Party guests enter the Tempus 50K Challenge

London Shoe Shine ensures guests are party-ready

Singer Tallia Storm

Firework display by Fireworks Crazy

Matthew Tosca reveals. “We were inspired by the Rousseau painting Tiger Caught in a Tropical Storm, which led to creating a three-dimensional, experiential picture.”

Guests were invited to pose amid the paradise scene and join model Paul Forman, dressed as a tiger, and Cara Kealy, a glamorous woman in red decked out in Fabergé jewels, against a colourful tropical background.

Last but not least, the party saw the launch of the Tempus 50K Challenge – a competition which will raise money for charity while giving readers the chance to win a two-day experience like no other.

Bringing the night to a close was a stunning firework display over the Thames, hosted by Fireworks Crazy, which painted the night sky gold and red. tempusmagazine.co.uk/brits

Formula E driver Mitch Evans coaches Prince Marius Borg Høiby

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Vox Vanguard’s photobooth based on Tiger Caught in a Tropical Storm by Henri Rousseau

Shaun Prince, CEO of Tempus Media Ltd

Singer Pixie Lott with Tempus editor-in-chief Rachel Ingram

Celebrity hair stylist Lee Stafford with Paul Sculfor

Formula E driver Mitch Evans with model and actor Paul Sculfor

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SAVE the DATE Your luxury event calendar starts here Dubai International Boat Show 27 Feb – 3 March If you’re seeking inspiration for your next boating purchase, head to the picturesque Dubai Canal in Jumeirah, where the biggest names in luxury yachting are back to present their newest launches.

Princess Yachts, Ferretti Group and Riva are among the big names sailing into the emirate this year.

Baselworld 22 – 27 March If you’re a watch collector with your finger on the pulse of what’s hot in horology, Baselworld is the must-visit event of the season. The world’s biggest watch fair, Baselworld is the stage where many luxury watchmakers, such as Breguet (pictured), unveil their new novelties. baselworld.com

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The Boat Race 24 March This annual race between England’s top universities – Oxford and Cambridge – and their prestigious rowing clubs is always an enthralling and competitive affair. It’s also an excellent opportunity to indulge in British culture and enjoy a day on the banks of the Thames, while cheering on your favourite team. Will Oxford hold on to its crown? There’s only one way to find out. theboatrace.org

Art Basel Hong Kong 29 – 31 March Geneva Motor Show 8 – 18 March When looking for the biggest and best car launches of 2018, Geneva Motor Show should be your first port of call. Among the myriad exhibitors speeding into the town are Bentley Motors, Bugatti, Ferrari, Jaguar, Lamborghini, McLaren, Morgan and Rolls-Royce– and we, for one, can’t wait to see what they have to unveil.

Unleash your inner culture vulture with a scope round Art Basel. Showcasing a range of both historical and cutting-edge art pieces taken from 248 premier galleries across the globe, the exhibition celebrates Asia’s diversity in the best way. artbasel.com

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Cannes International Film Festival

Chelsea Flower Show

8 – 19 May

22 – 26 May

Recognising and celebrating the best in cinematic talent, the Cannes International Film Festival is back and set to take over Cannes for its 71st edition. It’s an exceptionally glamorous affair, attracting both the celebrity set and film industry elite, so dress to the nines for your red carpet moment.

Nothing denotes the start of spring quite like a stroll through the Chelsea Flower Show in the gardens of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. The prestigious annual show is notorious for showing off the cream of the crop when it comes to garden design and floral inspiration. Blooming marvellous.

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Monaco Grand Prix 27 May One of the most important dates on the Formula 1 calendar for both viewers and participants, the Monaco Grand Prix is the race every driver aspires to win. Set in the historic principality of Monaco, the inner-city race attracts the who’s who of European society – many of whom sail in on their superyachts.

The after parties are pretty incredible, too. formula1.com

An evening with MJS Capital at Mark’s Club 15 March, 7.30pm onwards Tempus is delighted to invite you to an exclusive invitation-only evening in collaboration with our partners at boutique investment company MJS Capital, bringing together like-minded individuals keen to develop their investment portfolios.

This sumptuous private dining event will be hosted at prestigious private member’s club Mark’s Club, where you will enjoy a champagne reception on the terrace, followed by three-course meal, accompanied by the finest entertainment. After dinner, you will have time to connect with our carefully selected guests over a glass of cognac and a premium cigar chosen by the club’s in-house sommelier.

This networking opportunity is designed with the investor in mind and, as such, the executive team from MJS Capital will be on hand to answer any hypotheticals that might bring value and strength to your portfolio. With no obligation to invest, our partners will introduce you to the possibilities of contemporary investment management, what to look for in security and how to investigate a company’s track record; and explain their own cutting edge bonds offering high-yield returns.

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