Celebrity Life

With Founders as renown as the Frescobaldi family of Italy, Levent Büyükuğur and Sanjay Nandi, Ristorante Frescobaldi had good genes to start with. Add Italian chef Roberto Reatini and you have a stellar combination. With over 122 bottles of wine to choose from and a menu full of exquisite Italian dishes, the London restaurant is... View Article

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If there’s one person who knows luxury design, it’s Robert Angell. His work has transformed some of the most prestigious locations in the world – including Kaspar’s at The Savoy, Hilton Vienna Plaza and Marcus at The Berkeley – and he worked alongside renowned designer David Collins for 15 years before setting up his own... View Article

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There’s no ignoring the view from Oblix. Located 32-floors up the Shard with the Thames stretching out on both sides and the iconic cityscape painting the ultimate background to any dish, the setting is an easy hit. But Executive Chef Fabien Beaufour and his team of chefs have worked hard to ensure the view does... View Article

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Think of Sir Winston Churchill and you’ll probably see an image of a stocky politician dressed in a trench coat and bowler hat, wearing circular, half-eye spectacles. But do you know the story behind those spectacles? Watch: Behind the Design with C. W. Dixey & Son Designed and handcrafted especially for the politician by royal... View Article

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In the fast-paced world in which we live, every woman needs a capsule collection of essential items for her wardrobe. Whether your average day includes work, the gym, the school run or a cocktail party, whether you cross the city or the continent, these eight items will see you through all seasons in style. We... View Article

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Choosing an engagement ring for your loved one can almost be as intimidating as popping the question. There’s a lot to consider and after all, she may wear it every day for the rest of her life. Theo Fennell, renowned British jewelry designer, says the most common mistake people make in selecting the engagement ring... View Article

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When Theo Fennell launched his eponymous company in 1982, there were very few jewelry brands on the market and but one Tiffany’s shop in the world. Where 9-carat gold and conservative jewelry was the norm, Theo Fennell arrived on the scene with 18 carat pieces, jewel incrusted skulls and dazzling colored stones. With very little... View Article

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Gone are the days when the full-length gown was appropriate only for the sundown soiree. Today a maxi-dress is welcome to lunch and an embellished garment can be pared down for a daytime event. But when the moment calls for a sophisticated evening gown, how does one find the dress to outshine all others? Watch:... View Article

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Ollie Dabbous is on a roll. His eponymous first restaurant has acquired a Michelin star and become one of the hardest reservations to land in London. He launched a second, more informal restaurant called Barnyard less than a year ago, and a cookbook in September. Suffice to say, Dabbous has a lot on his plate.... View Article

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Alanna Lawson What’s in a frame? C.W. Dixey, the oldest independent eyewear company in the world knows. Dixey was founded in 1777 as a mathematical instrument company with clients as eminent as King George III and Napoleon Bonaparte. While telescopes and thermometers were in demand, it was the company’s artisan eyeglasses that gained it an... View Article

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Christmas is one of the most magical times of year; colored lights adorn the streets, families gather around, and there is a generous spirit in the air. But all too quickly the joy of the festive season can turn on its head and your vision of a serene celebration can look more like a nightmare.... View Article

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If Father Christmas were to travel across a snow-laden Scandinavian Forest on Christmas Eve, there’s a good chance a few of his carefully crafted gifts may fall from the sleigh. (It is open-topped after all!) This festive season Harrods has created this magical scene in an ornate and incredibly detailed window display that spans the... View Article

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