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Perfume.
And something far beyond.
A perfumers precious blend celebrates forty years of Aromatics Elixir.
Its a signature moment in the life of this cult classic. For the occasion, weve
commissioned this velvety smooth, sensuously rounded perfumers blend,
bottled with a pulsepoint stopper. Proof that you can be more sensuous at forty.
Limited Edition must-haves for the 40th Anniversary:
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In the world of fashion magazines, the September issue is always
a big one. Autumn/winter is the pivotal season in the designer
calendar, with trends that always seem so much more directional
than those that appear on the spring/summer catwalks. Hence,
come late August having done the beach and tired ourselves
of T-shirts we style mavens are drumming our fngers waiting
to discover the looks that are about to leap into our wardrobes.
Tis month in Harrods Magazine, we celebrate the worlds
most recognisable fashion house. Having all but reinvented
womenswear back in the 1920s and 30s, Coco Chanel went on to
create some of the most legendary fashion pieces in history, from
the tweed jacket to strings of pearls, to the little black dress and
Chanel No5. Even the logo interlocking Cs is an icon.
Our special Chanel section contains a selection of fne jewellery,
watches and cosmetics that are exclusive to Harrods, as well as Karl
Lagerfelds clever take on the brands classics. Apocalypse Now
is his genius vision for the new season, a medieval shadowland of
distressed seams on double-layered jackets encrusted with sequins.
Elsewhere in the issue we have the key beauty looks of the season
courtesy of the most infuential make-up artists in collaboration
with the best-known brands (p111); exotic mens tailoring gets lost
among the dunes in the Moroccan desert (p78); and Laura Barton
has the inside story on how to wear Victoriana (p50). If fashion
isnt your thing, theres a good deal of cheese to get excited about
(p145), as well as a road trip through Frances Champagne region
in the latest open-topped Ferrari (p159).
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the new season has arrived
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BEAUTY NEWS
Bliss latest Triple Oxygen products; Dolce & Gabbana Passion Duo
Lipstick; Sisley Skinlea anti-ageing foundation; Miss Maquillage gets
therapy; new brand Functionalab; Visoanska amber-infused Source 1re
MENS GROOMING NEWS
Biotherms new fragrance, Force; Harrods Own Label leather accessories;
Sisleys Eau dIkar; the Grooming Guru selects his top fve products
MISE EN SCENT
Hidden among the bright forals, the fruity notes and the woody scents
is the inspiration of a fragrance, the true romance that makes it unique
GET SPORTY
Teres more to getting ft than going to the gym. Taking up a sport is
a fast and fun way to boost your energy, motivation and wellbeing
MELLOW YELLOW
A distinctive lemon-coloured rind and creamy, nutty favour have made
the award-winning Golden Cenarth a star of the cheese world
THE FRENCH CONNECTION
Michelin-starred chef Tomas Keller is set to open an in-store pop-up
of his restaurant Te French Laundry
FOOD NEWS
Te Food Halls new Tea Room and Gourmet Grocery Room; the
vintage-style Ice Cream Parlour; produce from Britains fnest farms
CUTTING EDGE
Now that knives with precision-forged blades are available to everyone,
gourmet enthusiasts pose a serious threat to professional chefs
INTERIORS NEWS
Wedgwood limited editions; Donna Karan home accessories; a rare
portrait of Coco Chanel; Escada bed linens; Te Pet Spa
LE GRAND TOUR
Take one Italian sportscar, add some American charisma, then take it
on a drive through France welcome to the worlds chicest road trip
CITY GUIDE: MARRAKECH
With its bustling souks, colourful mosaics and fragrant cuisine, the city
is a feast for the senses
LIFESTYLE NEWS
Tai spas in both Tailand and Spain; luxury liner Te World; the best
of South Korea at Harrods; the top three sunscreens
PRIZE DRAW
Win a fve-night stay for two in a Mayan-style private villa at
Te Tides Riviera Maya
HARRODS ESTATES
Specialising in prime residential properties in central London and the
Home Counties
THE ULTIMATE SECRET SERVICE
Te tailor with a licence to take Mr Bonds inside-leg measurement has
recreated the magic of 007s sartorial success in vintage-look alligator
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TOP 20
Launches, special ofers and events for September
ZEITGEIST
People and places in the air right now
OUT OF THE BLUE
She captivated critics and audiences alike as a blue alien in 2009s Avatar.
Now Zoe Saldana is back in human form for her new flm Colombiana
CHAIN REACTION
Fashions fascination with the chain-strap bag started with the Chanel
2.55; todays designers are equally enamoured of its chic, chunky charms
WOMENSWEAR NEWS
Vintage-style lingerie; Dutch designer Christian Blanken; the new Pinko
parka; Marchesa gowns; Paul Smiths wearable art
IN BLACK AND WHITE
Sharp masculine tailoring is complemented this season by statement
accessories in a monochrome palette
OH WHAT A KNIGHT
Suave, romantic, and champion of the worlds most eye-catching
gowns; can Antonio Berardi get any more divine?
HOW TO WEAR VICTORIANA
At last, an antidote to all that sleek minimalism: refashion yourself
as a Bront, a Browning or a crafty gamine
ALL WHITE NOW
Trends in fne timepieces come and go, but theres something endlessly
modern about the lighter shade of pale
COUNTRY GENT
Eccentrics rejoice! Te landed-gentry-meets-50s-bookworm fashion
moment has arrived
MENSWEAR NEWS
Topmans Gordon Richardson; Marni menswear; refurbished vintage
Vespas; Paul Smiths nod to space rock; Emma Willis bespoke shirts
JERSEY GIRL
Tirty-seven years have done nothing to dull the sparkle of a Diane von
Furstenberg wrap or the powerful ambition of its charismatic creator
MY LIFE IN SHOES
Te stylish know the beauty of classics and what could be more classic
than the Chanel ballet fat?
10 MINUTES WITH ATSUKO KAMIO
Te designer behind Wacoal Dia fnds inspiration in understated
Japanese sensuality, French romance and time travel
LADY LIKE
Flounces and forals, curves and cufs, sequins and chifons and lace;
AW11 makes an elegant entrance with a new take on uptown refnement
THE SHELTERING SKY
Te sharper way to wear suiting combines this seasons severe silhouettes
and monochromatic palette with bold bursts of colour and pattern
THE WORLD OF CHANEL
A celebration of this extraordinary fashion house features multisensory
installations as well as exclusive make-up, accessories and jewellery
A STUDY IN COLOUR
Eight key looks for AW11. Eight international cosmetics collections.
Eight make-up maestros determine both
HIGH FIVE
Marigay McKee, Fashion and Beauty Director at Harrods, reveals her
top new beauty treats for this month
FASHION & ACCESSORIES
NEW THIS MONTH
Harrods Magazine harrods.com
FOOD, INTERIORS & LIFESTYLE
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PHOTOGRAPHER RANKIN
HAIR LACY REDWAY at See Management
MAKE-UP DAVID DIBOLL at Next
NAIL TECHNICIAN GINA EDWARDS
at Kate Ryan
MODEL MASHA PHILIPPOVA at Premier
wearing Chanel jacket 1,341, gloves 279
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Launches, special offers and events for September
Top 20
1. Jewellery by Lana
Lana Bramlettes totally wearable pieces in 18kt gold
instantly become un-take-ofable as her celeb fans
demonstrate. Flirt Double Hoop earrings 589.
Designer Jewellery, Ground Floor
2. LP Skin Therapy
Te products in Dr Linda Papadopoulos LP Skin
Terapy range help keep skin looking youthful.
Dr Linda will be in the Pharmacy, Lower Ground
Floor, on 5th September from 4 to 6pm. To book
a complimentary consultation call 020 7225 5954
3. Loro Piana mink cape
Upping the brands impossibly luxurious ante,
Loro Piana has created a cashmere-lined mink
cape with narrow suede stripes. Cape 21,475.
Scarves, Gloves & Hats, Ground Floor
4. Gurhan jewellery
Touches of Gurhans signature 24kt yellow gold make
an appearance in its new sterling silver collection.
Bracelet 1,199. Designer Jewellery, Ground Floor

5. Lanvin AW11 menswear
With a fedorad nod towards Bowies Tin White
Duke, Lucas Ossendrijver at Lanvin has created
the look of the season. Jacket 1,075. Menswear,
Lower Ground Floor and Ground Floor
6. Max&Co and Borsalino
Te Il Mio Cappello collection brings together
Borsalinos craftsmanship and Max&Cos confdent
glamour to create four stylish hats. From 235.
Weekend Room, First Floor
7. Calvin Klein Jeans childrens trainers
Chunky trainers with just the right amount of
80s stomp appear in the new Calvin Klein Jeans
collection for children. Trainers 90. Childrens
Shoes, Fourth Floor
8. A taste of Tuscany
Relive summer in Tuscany with a tasting event in
Te Wine Shop on the Lower Ground Floor. Guests
will receive 10% of all wines on the evening.
20th September, 7 to 9pm. Call 020 7893 8777
or email wineshop@harrods.com for details
9. Native Union Moshi Moshi Pop handset
What it lacks in subtlety, the Moshi Moshi gold
Pop handset makes up for in cool and is
compatible with all computers and handheld devices.
59.95; exclusive to Harrods. Cards, Gifts & Wrap,
Lower Ground Floor; and harrods.com
10. Kanebo gift set
Purchase two Kanebo skincare products and receive a
luxurious gift set, including Silky Purifying Cleansing
Cream. Exclusive to Harrods from 18th September
to 1st October. Cosmetics, Ground Floor
TOP 20
11. Anzu exhibition
Te once humble birthday card has reinvented
itself as a work of art thanks to Anzu founder Ellen
McGrath. Prints of McGraths jewellery illustrations
will be available from 1st to 30th September. From
4.99. Cards, Gifts & Wrap, Lower Ground Floor
12. Armani Junior
Running the gamut of childrens favourites, the new
Armani Junior collection includes rugged feeces
and appliqud dresses. Sweater 89.95; exclusive
to Harrods. Childrens International Designer,
Fourth Floor
13. Agent Provocateur Soiree
Paying a sultry homage to gangster molls and silent
flm divas, Agent Provocateurs AW11 Soiree Collection
is made up of lace and satin confections with a 20s
feel. Gene basque 950. Lingerie, First Floor
14. Basler fur
Quality and versatility are central to Baslers fashion
collections, which this season include fur-trimmed
parkas and a racoon swing coat with a shawl collar.
Coat 4,925. Champagne Bar, First Floor

15. World Class Cocktail exhibition
Learn how to mix up the perfect cocktail with advice
from fnalists of the 2011 World Class Cocktail
Competition. From 25th September to 16th
October. Exhibition Gallery, Tird Floor
16. Barbour Gold Label by Temperley
Country classics meet city chic as Alice Temperley and
Barbour team up for a capsule collection that includes
jackets in waxed leather and chunky knitwear. Sweater
249. Riding Equipment & Apparel, Fifth Floor
17. MBT Ari shoe
For improved balance, muscle development and
good old proper comfort, MBT has developed the
Ari physio shoe. 249. Sports, Fifth Floor; and
harrods.com
18. Christmas Grotto
As Father Christmas gets his reindeer into training,
now is the time to start booking for the Christmas
Grotto. Tis year we are ofering priority booking
to Rewards Customers from 5th September.
Visit www.harrods.com/grotto for details
19. Smythson bespoke stationery
Writing paper comes no more sophisticated than
at Smythson, which now ofers a bespoke service
including headed correspondence paper, invitations
and business stationery. Price on application.
Stationery & Games, Lower Ground Floor
20. Clarins gift with purchase
A make-up bag and four Clarins favourites, in travel-
friendly miniature sizes, are complimentary with the
purchase of two Clarins products, one of which must
be skincare. Exclusive to Harrods from 25th August
to 10th September. Cosmetics, Ground Floor
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People & places in the air this month BY LAURA JORDAN & BEN FELSENBURG/PHOTOGRAPHER DERRICK SANTINI
FASHION Tim Soar
Fashion-forward women are in the throes of a love afair
with masculine tailoring this season, making an ideal
context for the unveiling of Tim Soars debut collection
of womenswear. Since launching menswear in 2005,
Soar has honed an aesthetic he describes as the point
where tailoring and sportswear meet. With an early-
90s minimalist infuence and of-kilter proportions
reminiscent of Japanese design, Soars style translates
smoothly to his latest venture. Yet while the leap into
womenswear might chime perfectly with the current
sartorial mood, the collections success is down to more
than just fortuitous timing on Soars part. For although
he was confdent that this was the right time for
menswear and womenswear to meet, he was also
spurred on by sheer demand, particularly when fashion
writer Sarah Mower asked him to make her a coat after
admiring the AW10 menswear collection.
Working with womenswear has been a liberating
experience for Soar. He admits that, although he
expected the design to be the biggest challenge (with
menswear youre designing for yourself; you have this
narrative with your designs that relates to you in some
way, shape or form), it was the technical part of the
process that proved most difcult. A lapelled dress with
a slit back was, he says, fendishly difcult to get right.
But the real puzzle was how to make the tailoring
masculine without becoming too blokey. Dozens of
rethinks later, the collection is a smooth continuation
of the menswear, ftted without being tight, fattering
to the contours of a womans body with a satisfying
tomboy bite. Tink a long, sleeveless blazer, a
single-breasted coat dress, a varsity jacket with leather
sleeves and sheepskin collar, and a defantly minimal
slash-necked dress. I wanted these garments to work
a bit like T-shirts do for men To have an easiness that
womenswear doesnt normally have.
Available from Designer Studio, First Floor
Soar in his
Hackney studio
EXHIBITION Degas and the Ballet:
Picturing Movement
Te depictions of dancers that Edgar Degas created more than a century
ago have become some of the defning images of ballet in art, but in
their day these were ground-breaking works that divided gallery-goers.
As an Impressionist, Degas was part of a movement that sought to bring
a new realism to art by escaping conservative strictures. Now the Royal
Academys exhibition the frst of Degas work in the UK illustrates
the evolution of his techniques for evoking movement in drawing,
paintings and sculptures, as well as his use of the emerging technology
of photography. Comprising more than 80 works, the exhibition
showcases celebrated pieces including Little Dancer Aged Fourteen,
Dancer Posing for a Photographer and Te Star: Dancer on Point.
From 17th September at the Royal Academy of Arts
FILM Jane Eyre
Filmed many times before, the story of the young Jane Eyre and her
turbulent relationship with Rochester, the tempestuous master of the
house where she works as governess, is brought to the screen in a new
version by director Cary Fukunaga. Fukunagas flm reaches out to
new audiences yet stays true to the passion and Gothic romance of
Charlotte Bronts novel. Mia Wasikowska (the star of Tim Burtons
Alice in Wonderland) co-stars with Michael Fassbender (Inglourious
Basterds), who has the looks ideal for Rochester, with fne support
from Judi Dench, Sally Hawkins and Jamie Bell.
Jane Eyre opens on 9th September in the UK
BOOK Absolutely: A Memoir by Joanna Lumley
Joanna Lumleys life is every bit as varied as her flm and TV roles.
Having been born in India at the tail end of British rule, Lumley
embarked on a career that put her at the heart of fashion and society
throughout the Sixties and Seventies, frst as a model for the English
dress designer Jean Muir, and then as an actress, becoming a Bond girl
and then the star of the TV action series Te New Avengers. She then
reinvented herself as a sublime comedy actress in Absolutely Fabulous.
But there is major substance to Lumley, too, as proved by her
triumphant campaign for the rights of Gurkha veterans of the British
Army. Absolutely is the years essential showbiz memoir.
20. Available on 29th September from Waterstones, Tird Floor
BOOK Jamies Great Britain by Jamie Oliver
Jamie Oliver is the man to turn to for all thats best of British in
the kitchen. Te chef s restaurants, books and television series have
made him internationally renowned, but his roots go back to his
parents pub in Essex, where he frst began to cook. Now Oliver
shares more than 100 recipes that together portray the national
culinary character. Tat means classic dishes, a few that have a
centuries-old history in Britain, as well as some contemporary
recipes from the community of more recent immigrants.
30. Available on 29th September from Waterstones, Tird Floor
FILM Drive
French director Jean-Luc Godard once said, All you need for a movie
is a girl and a gun. But add a car with a moody, silent type behind
the wheel and then youre really talking. Te sublimely pared-down
Drive was the buzz of this years Cannes Film Festival; audiences were
enthralled by this action thriller, which harks back to some of the best
cinema of the late 60s and early 70s. Ryan Gosling plays the kind
of role that you could imagine played by Steve McQueen or a young
Clint Eastwood: Hollywood stunt driver by day, getaway driver by
night. His life has no emotional attachments, until its thrown into
disarray by the arrival of a woman (Carey Mulligan) whom he wants
to protect; but soon his own life is in peril.
Drive opens on 23rd September in the UK
Dancers ca. 1899,
by Edgar Degas
Ryan Gosling in Drive
Jane Eyre
ZEITGEIST
EXHIBITION Postmodernism: Style and
Subversion 19701990
Far from being dryly academic, this sprawling landmark survey of
perhaps the most infuential movement of recent decades is crammed
with playful fun and is a must for anyone interested in modern style.
Following on from the clean lines and pure abstractions of the Fifties
and Sixties, everything changed as Postmodernisms irreverent mash-up
between past and present shook up all the arts in a riot of exuberant
colour, bold patterns, artifcial-looking surfaces and freedom in design.
Represented with entertaining dazzle at the V&A, the exhibition
features the iconic sensibility of Grace Jones in music videos; the
big suit David Byrne wore in the 1984 Talking Heads concert flm
Stop Making Sense; and Jef Koons bust of Louis XIV, an outrageous
parody of classicism in stainless steel. Paintings by Andy Warhol
and Robert Rauschenberg are also featured, as well as the seminal
graphics of Peter Saville, whose designs defned Factory Records
almost as much as the music of Joy Division and New Order did.
From 24th September at the Victoria and Albert Museum
BOOK That Woman: The Life of Wallis
Simpson, Duchess of Windsor by Anne Sebba
In a year that has been lit up by a royal wedding, Anne Sebbas
biography looks back at the woman at the centre of a romance that
cast a shadow over the throne three quarters of a century ago. Wallis
Simpson was the character who so caught the heart of the Prince
of Wales that months after being crowned King Edward VIII he
abdicated rather than renounce his plans for marriage to the twice-
divorced American. Delving into the high society of the East Coast
and the sophisticated jet set of the post-war years, Sebba reveals the
inner workings of this strong-willed personality, who spawned as
much rumour and gossip as any latter-day celebrity, and whose perfect
coifure and outfts made her a style icon who is still infuential.
20. Available from Waterstones, Tird Floor
MUSIC Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin
Te unpredictable Brian Wilson in concert is always an exciting
prospect, but this showcase for his latest project is particularly special.
Te most recent album from the great composer of the Beach Boys
hits is a meeting of minds across the decades with one of the
founding fathers of American popular music. In the 20s and 30s,
George Gershwin took emerging jazz and brought it into the
mainstream with musical numbers that continue to evoke a seductive
atmosphere at the mere mention of their titles: Rhapsody in Blue,
Summertime and Someone to Watch Over Me. Now Wilson uses
his gift for harmony to reinterpret Gershwins music and add a novel
twist to It Aint Necessarily So, I Got Rhythm and other eternal
standards. Te evening will also feature classic Beach Boys songs.
From 16th to 18th September at the Royal Festival Hall
FILM Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
For spy afcionados, there can be no richer era than the Cold War,
no better chronicler of the uncertain allegiances between the Soviet
Union and the West than John Le Carr, and no novel of his more
enthralling than Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy. In this subtle chess game
of a tale, the task of rooting out a mole within British intelligence
falls to George Smiley, an ageing ofcer who has developed the art of
being underestimated into a lifelong career. Te story was originally
shown as a 1979 BBC series starring Alec Guinness; now, in a
masterstroke of casting, Gary Oldman plays Smiley, with the cream
of male British screen talent arrayed around him in the form of
Colin Firth, Mark Strong and Benedict Cumberbatch. Te director
is Tomas Alfredson, whose critically acclaimed Let the Right One In
demonstrated a mastery of slow-burning tension.
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy opens on 16th September in the UK
Gary Oldman
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Super Lamp 1981,
by Martine Bedin
Grace Jones in a maternity dress
designed by Jean-Paul Goude
and Antonio Lopez, 1979,
from the Postmodernism
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Oh my god, its muy caliente, right? Making her entrance into a sea-
facing suite at the Hotel Martinez in Cannes during the annual flm
festival, Zoe Saldana could easily be referring to her flm career. In fact,
shes commenting on the muggy room temperature and, although attired
for south-of-France heat in a light summer dress, Saldana marches over to
open a window and let the Mediterranean breeze blow in.
As the Pandoran warrior-princess Neytiri in James Camerons Avatar,
she was fervent, bright-eyed, defant and sexy, as nine-feet-tall, blue-
toned aliens go. As deep-space xenolinguist Uhura in J.J. Abrams Star
Trek, she brought smouldering, sultry elegance to the perilous cosmos.
In the space of two franchise behemoths, Saldana morphed from a
maybe-star into a full-on Hollywood supernova. Not too shabby for an
actress who might have survived the Britney Spears vehicle Crossroads
and impressed Steven Spielberg and producer Jerry Bruckheimer, yet
struggled to fnd her way in an industry that often sends black and Latina
actors down typecasting plugholes she herself being half Dominican
and half Puerto Rican. Aware that complaining wasnt going to help her
cause, shes kept a dignifed silence about her worst encounters, while
acknowledging the challenges shes faced.
Sixty years ago, in the years of Ricardo Montalban and Rita
Hayworth, they had to do what they had to do, she observes. But
now Latinos are becoming more integrated in society, and art has been
evolving along with it. Tose stereotypical roles are always going to be
there, but I will never be a part of them, or of anything that I feel is
misrepresenting us, or only enhancing one aspect of our culture.
Prior to landing Avatar, Saldana admits she was getting sick of portraying
women who just cried all the time, or were emotionally compromised.
Wanting to use the vigorous physicality that years of serious dance training
gave her, shes now in the throes of a kick-ass phase, following Avatar and
Star Trek with her highest-profle action heroine role yet in this months
Colombiana. Sprung from the same adrenalised hit factory that yielded
the Liam Neeson thriller Taken and following much the same revenge
formula the flm features Saldana as Cataleya, a girl whose parents are
murdered before her eyes by a drug cartel and who grows up to become
an assassin with the express purpose of doling out payback.
To be able to play a character where you get to do what men are
predominantly known to do is awesome, she grins. Te intensive
training that goes into starring in an action thriller like Colombiana,
and the close-quarters baddie-bashing required of Saldana on set,
however, does take its toll. And the 33-year-old actress says she is feeling
it more and more these days. My mom tells me I look like a map when
I come home, because Im black and blue all over the place, she says.
Im addicted to the adrenalin of being physical, but Im fnally entering
the consciousness of mortality. With Avatar, I was fne. I would get hurt,
get up, brush it of and just keep going. But my body feels like its aged
10 years since then. It cant reboot itself as quickly.f
She captivated critics and audiences alike as Neytiri, a blue,
nine-foot-tall alien in 2009s Avatar. Now Zoe Saldana
is back in human form for her upcoming lm Colombiana
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Colombiana also sees Saldana displaying an
impressive facility for using hand artillery. She
discloses where her degree of comfort comes from:
Latinos hunt! My dad and his brothers were
countrymen from the Dominican Republic, so I
grew up with a rife around, she says, adding with
a laugh, Now that Im an adult and I know what
weapons represent, I would have wanted my father
to have used a little more caution, keeping weapons
away from us. But my stepfathers also a hunter, and
my partner in life comes from a family of hunters,
so Im comfortable having guns around.
Although she regularly hits the fring range with
her partner, actor-businessman Keith Britton,
Saldana doesnt hunt and insists shes never taken a
life herself except maybe an ant here and there.
But she has no qualms about her friends and family
taking part, diferentiating them from people who,
just because they have money or want a rug in their
living room, will go to Africa and kill an animal thats
at the point of extinction. Teres no dignity in that,
theres nothing to respect about that. My partner and
his family will eat and use everything of an animal
theyve killed. And I take pleasure in that, because
I can have venison stroganof and really enjoy it.
As for Britton, Saldana has been with him for
10 years, and they got engaged last summer. Saldana
calls him the right man to be growing old with,
because he holds his own. We were very young when
we got together, and were very respectful of each
others lives and cultures. I exercise my right to be
who I am, and to think the way that I do.
Next year, Saldana is due to return to Pandora, the
fctional planet thats made her famous, for back-to-
back shoots on the Avatar sequels. Despite its success,
youd imagine that Saldanas reaction at the prospect
of taking herself of the market for nearly 18 months
during what is arguably the peak of her career might
be a starry strop. But she expresses the complete
opposite. Are you kidding? she squeals. Do you
know what it means? It means that Ill be employed
for over a year in a business thats unpredictable!
Such pragmatism is a sign both of her New York
work ethic were tough, were feisty, we work too
much and we dont take breaks and being raised
to seize responsibility for her own life.
Saldana grew up in Queens until her hippie
Puerto Rican mother moved the family to the
Dominican Republic at age 10, after Zoes father
died. It was there that she discovered dance,
studying ballet and other forms at one of the
countrys most prestigious academies. When she
headed back to New York at 17, Saldana segued
into acting by joining a youth theatre group that
put on positive-message plays for teens coping with
substance abuse and sexual issues. Soon, she found
herself recruited by a talent agency and, at the age
of 21, landed her debut flm role as a bolshie diva in
Center Stage (directed by the National Teatres own
Nicholas Hytner).
In preparation for Avatars 2 and 3 and her
reprisal of Uhura in the Star Trek sequel this
autumn (she hopes she gets more to do this time
around), Saldana opted to take the frst half of 2011
of. My body needed it, and so did my brain. I
needed to decompress. And she couldnt be more
delighted at the personal freedom thats come with
stepping of the gruelling Hollywood treadmill. I
eat what I want, Ive stopped exercising, and I have
a life as opposed to just waking up and running
around, hopping on a plane, doing this, doing that,
exercising, going to bed early, she says. Ive been
spending a lot of time with family, travelling and
having fun and staying out really late.
She beams with pleasure. I love love love going
out! Teres nothing better than dressing up, putting
on make-up and heels and going dancing. I love it,
and why not? Im human and Im young and Ill be
telling you the same thing when Im 70 years old. H
Colombiana opens on 9th September in the UK
Matt Mueller contributes to Total Film, Screen
International, Wonderland, Entertainment Weekly
and Te Guardian
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SENIOR FASHION EDITOR SARAH WEBB
FROM TOP Vince top
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The new Majestic. Available in the exquisite Zinc collection of fabrics. Exclusive to Harrods
Feeling is Believing...
The Bed Studio - Third Floor
NEWS
Te tomboys favourite coat the parka is back.
Te new take on this grunge classic is more luxe
and glamorous, like Italian label Pinkos version,
with its sleek fox-fur trim adding some uptown
polish to the downtown utilitarian detailing.
Coat 970; exclusive to Harrods. Available
from Way In, Fourth Floor. View the new
winter collection and exclusive pieces with
informal modelling in Way In on Saturday
10th September from 2 to 6pm.
HOT PINKO
The talented
Mr Blanken
When Domenico Dolce and Stefano
Gabbana praise a designer, the
fashion world sits up and pays
attention. Such an accolade has
been bestowed on Dutch designer
Christian Blanken, a fashion-
design graduate of Central Saint
Martins who honed his skills
at Diane von Furstenberg and
Max Mara. Since setting up his
own label in 2008, Blanken has
developed a line that embraces
sportswear-inspired luxury. For
AW11 he works a clean, urban
vibe with monochrome separates
including a lamb-fur
coat, leather-panelled
leggings and funnel-neck
sleeveless jackets. On the
strength of the collection,
Blanken looks set to
make the leap from
name-to-know to
one-to-wear.
Coat 1,050 and leggings
310. Available from
Designer Studio, First Floor
VINTAGE GLAMOUR
I want to be a living work of art, Italian heiress
and muse Marchesa Luisa Casati declared. Casati
was renowned throughout European high society in
the early 20th century for her extravagant, eccentric
and surreally glamorous style. Fittingly, the brand
named after her Marchesa does not do understated.
Creative Directors Georgina Chapman and Keren
Craig have made a signature out of modern fairy-tale
gowns that are dramatically proportioned, ornately
embellished, impeccably crafted and shamelessly
romantic. Te AW11 collection exemplifes why
these English designers have conquered the
Hollywood red carpet. Inspired by Great
Expectations Miss Havisham, the
collection features swathes of draped
and tucked silk tulle, antique-
looking lace, voluminous feather
gowns and intricate embroidery.
Gown 4,125; exclusive to Harrods.
Available from Eveningwear, First Floor
La bella Marchesa
Talk about a heavyweight design collaboration. For
AW11, Paul Smith has created a collection of clothing
and accessories in conjunction with the Henry Moore
Foundation. Moore, who was best known for his abstract,
voluptuous sculptures, also produced prints, drawings and
etchings that Smith has reworked onto silk scarves, bags
and neat shift dresses. Smiths interpretation of the artists
work serves as a potent reminder that Moores aesthetic is as
modern, and relevant, as ever. Dress 525. Available from
Weekend Room, First Floor; and harrods.com
Paul Smiths
wearable art
In black
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Sharp masculine tailoring is
complemented this season by statement
accessories in a monochrome palette
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In the past few seasons, my work has been based
around the human form, and weve been playing
around with the idea of armour. As descriptions
of new fashion collections go, this from the
British-Italian designer Antonio Berardi, famed
for his sensual and form-ftting cocktail dresses
and eveningwear, would appear moderately benign.
Yet, as Berardi describes his place within the
relatively challenging institution that is British design,
a tinge of pathos reverberates through his voice.
A contemporary of the fted Alexander McQueen
and John Galliano (Berardi worked for four years
with the latter), Berardi is content, successful and,
crucially, independent. He is neither reliant on a
conglomerate of behemoth proportions nor obliged
to kowtow to the demands of outside investors.
A rock within the UKs creative frmament since
his Central Saint Martins graduate collection in
2004, Berardi has established not only a steadfast
aesthetic (simple, beautiful, undercut with femme-
fatale coolness) but also a resilient business. As
the London Fashion Week website describes him,
Today, Antonio Berardi is one of the very few
internationally infuential designers operating a
completely autonomous company.
Berardi is also a rarity in the world of fashion
for his honesty, humility and hint of vulnerability.
Whereas McQueen and Galliano struggled to
admit their weaknesses until, arguably, it was too
late, Berardi is open about the burdens of being
a successful designer.
I can imagine the pressure that was on both
John and Lee [McQueen], he says. It was not
just a case of sitting down and designing, doing all
those things you love in order make your collection
wonderful. [For them] it was also a case of being
trawled all over the place doing an opening here,
a photo shoot there, an interview here.
John would come out at the end of the catwalk
show and people would think, God, how confdent
he is. And I think it was that part of his persona
that kicked in for those two minutes. Ten John
would go back to being incredibly shy; thats how
he is. Tere really does need to be some sort of care
package. Most of us are quite fragile creatures even
if we become theatrical when we put on shows.
So a collection pivoted around the concept of
Suave, romantic, and
champion of the worlds
most eye-catching gowns;
can Antonio Berardi get
any more divine?
BY NICOLA COPPING
armour suddenly makes sense. Tis is Berardis
own shell, which strengthens him for the
world outside; his aesthetic established and
unswerving, his business solid and stable,
his protection in place. With the benefts that
experience can bring, he designs not for the
critics but for his customers. When you become
established, its about how, from one season to the
next, your customer still feels like she needs to buy
from you, he says. She has to feel comfortable
in herself, and once she has found that comfort,
its easy to build on. My customer is 35-plus, she
has disposable income, she is probably a working
woman, and shes bold and assertive. In other
words: she is a woman in search of sartorial armour.
Perhaps she is like Victoria Beckham, or
Transformers actress Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
two of Berardis celebrity fans who are in search of
red-carpet protection. Celebrities become kind of
like advertising for the brand, says Berardi. Were
lucky, because people come to us. Ill give you an
example: yesterday, the pre-collection went up on
Style.com, and LWren Scott [the designer and
stylist, and companion of Mick Jagger] called in
three dresses for Nicole Kidman. With all the labels
that exist, its great to think that somebody out there
would even consider us. It makes me quite proud.f
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It is no coincidence that Berardis ultimate infuence
is the chief of all successful independent designers,
Azzedine Alaa, an elusive man who eschews both the
classic fashion-show format and the world of fashion
politics. Yet Alaa is still blessed with unmitigated
global success and a legion of famous fans.
Design is something that Azzedine is so
passionate about. He does it on his terms, says
Berardi. He does it quite slowly, and he revisits
himself. I think, in a strange kind of way, we do that
too, on a very small scale. Hopefully, everything is as
thought out as it would be in an Azzedine collection.
Its like being in a laboratory. You dont fnish a piece
of research so you can move onto the next thing; one
thing leads to the next, and thats how I view my
work. As a designer, Im an individual and, after so
many years, I still have my company, and its growing
season after season. So Im really happy with that.
Berardis unique combination of two cultures the
sensuous Italian and the straight-talking British is
his ultimate trump card. My British side is a lot
more tailored and defnitely edgier than the Italian
side, which is much more sensual and romantic, he
says. My Italian side is the one that will sit down
and discuss at length; its much more lyrical, and it
marries quite beautifully with the British side, which
is much more stif-upper-lip, he says, laughing.
And so, the duality emerges in the clothes: stif
in their structure and poise, but romantic in their
inclusion of lace, velvet and metallic brilliance. As
his new collection steels itself for the autumn/winter
battle ahead, Berardi has only one piece of advice for
his army of female customers: Invest in a coloured
cocktail dress. Every woman has an LBD, and she
needs to invest in something colourful for a change.
I like short its firty but I like the idea of long
too. Part of where I come from says that the more
covered up you are, the more sensual you look.
As with the man as well as his collection, all the
fun of armour is peeling back the layers to reveal the
delicacy underneath. H
Available from International Designer Room,
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Nicola Copping is the Editor of harrods.com
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At last, an antidote to all that
sleek minimalism: refashion
yourself as a Bront, a Browning
or a crafty gamine BY LAURA BARTON
To wear Victoriana after a summer of even moderate
fesh-baring might well prove an inhibiting task. Just how
does one assume the correct mental attitude to wear the
seasons high collars and demure hem lengths without
applying half a can of spray-starch to ones brain?
In the Victorian era, bare surfaces were not tolerated;
dressers and tabletops were covered with ornaments,
and walls were adorned with decorative techniques
from marble-efect to wainscoting. So the challenge this
season is, in essence, to view yourself not as a woman,
but as a Victorian parlour in which no surface may be
left unadorned. Accordingly, when you climb into your
Antonio Berardi gown, with its shimmering bodice
and sleeves, its high, gauzy neckline and its elegant skirt,
it may help to think that you are not getting dressed
youre decoupaging yourself.
Te Victorian era was not an age when respectable
young ladies slouched about in Ugg boots and miniskirts.
On the contrary, this was a morally upstanding period.
So it may also be helpful, as you fasten up your Roland
Mouret outft the mutton-sleeved jacket with its trim
waist and long cufs, and the wide-pleated skirt or your
Nicholas Kirkwood lace-up shoes, to tell yourself that
this is not so much an outft as it is a display of morals.
One might say something similar of your gorgeous
Nina Ricci ensemble, all watery-hued silks and high,
rufy collar. Te way to wear this prim little number is
to imagine that you are a fgure of great moral import a
schoolmistress, for instance, or an eager young preachers
wife, devoted to rescuing impoverished gutter-dwellers
from a life of gruel, sin and tavern brawls.
Still, if the notion of tavern brawls and sin appeals, you
might like to consider wearing your Emilio Pucci gown
with the knowing wink of a fallen woman. Floor-length
though it may be, this is no decorous dress; its bejewelled
surface allows a glimpse of fesh that would make even the
most jaded member of the Beefsteak Club blush.
Finally, the wearing of your Chanel trouser suit will give
you an opportunity to channel your inner ragamufn. Tis
can be taxing for beginners, but you will soon get the hang
of it: shufe your neck in that prim white collar, slide your
hands into those grey tweed pockets, and walk with a gait
worthy of the most Artful of Dodgers. Size up each passer-
by as if he might be the owner of an expensive pocket
watch, a silk handkerchief or, at the very least, an orange.
Should your new demeanour get you into any sort
of trouble with Her Majestys Constabulary, do explain
that this is merely a seasonal afectation and that normal
conduct will resume come spring.
Available from International Designer Room and
Te Shoe Salon, First Floor; and harrods.com
Laura Barton is a feature writer for Te Guardian.
She also writes for Q, Te Word, Vogue and Red A
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Victoria Beckham in
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FROM TOP Chanel jacket 4,635,
blouse 2,339, trousers 1,112
and belt 874; Antonio Berardi
gown 5,199; Nina Ricci blouse
489 and skirt 699; Nicholas
Kirkwood shoes 845; Roland
Mouret jacket 1,299 and skirt
575; Emilio Pucci gown 9,599
CONTEMPORARY COLLECTIONS, FIRST FLOOR
FROM TOP H.Stern Diane
von Furstenberg Collection
Sutras drop earrings 6,000,
the back of the small Sutras
pendant 3,600, large Sutras
ring 6,300. TOP RIGHT large
Sutras pendant 10,000
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enriching. Tis is a true collaboration; we did it
together and the result is so Diane and so H.Stern
as well, he says. Von Furstenberg seconds this idea:
We enhance one another, she says.
Now in their seventh year of working together, the
duos latest collaboration is the Sutras Collection,
comprising wonderfully chunky gold and crystal
bracelets, pendants, earrings and rings. Te starting
point was von Furstenbergs interest in Indian
Mughal jewellery, such as the 18th-century ring she
wears. Like the antique Indian designs, each piece
is reversible. On the back are mantras or sutras
such as Love, Laughter, Freedom, Harmony,
Confdence, Truth and Life, which are engraved in
characters based on von Furstenbergs handwriting.
Te designs also feature rock crystals that have a fat
upper surface and a rounded, or cabochon, lower
surface to enhance the appearance of depth. As von
Furstenberg says, You just want to swim in them.
If India is an infuence in the Sutras Collection,
for the Grupo Corpo Collection H.Stern looks to its
homeland, joining forces with the Brazilian modern
dance group whose mesmeric style is something
of a hybrid of graceful ballet and rhythmic samba.
Its an unusual partnership that again demonstrates
Sterns ability to push boundaries, and the jewellery
inspired by the dance group is equally innovative.
Te H.Stern designers took infuence from all stages
of the dance production, from conceptualisation and
choreography to costume and set design. Te sinuous
contortions of the dancers bodies were also an
important infuence, and became translated into the
elegant curves of the pieces. Noble gold (H.Sterns
Its imperative that jewellery designers think outside
the box. So says Roberto Stern, and he should
know; he is, after all, the President and Creative
Director of one of the worlds most iconic jewellery
houses, H.Stern. He describes the Brazilian houses
designs as contemporary jewellery done in an old-
fashioned way. Audacious and unusual ideas, with
a hint of Brazilian famboyance, are executed using
artisanal craftsmanship; concepts may be modern,
but the importance of tradition remains at the heart
of the brand.
Founded by Robertos father Hans, a German
migr, the company shares its name with the
German word for star. And the house has
appropriately engaged in a number of stellar
collaborations. It was Robertos vision and spirit that
frst encouraged Diane von Furstenberg to approach
him with her ambitions for a collaborative collection
in 2004. Von Furstenberg pursued H.Stern with
vigour. I wanted bold, and I didnt think anyone
else in the world could deliver this boldness, she
explains. She is irrepressibly enthusiastic in her praise
of not only the result but also the man and the house.
Roberto has taken H.Stern to a whole other level,
she says. He is a real jeweller and, even though he is
a brilliant businessman, he is also an artist.
Te striking thing about the H.Stern and Diane
von Furstenberg collaboration is that there is an
efortless synergy between the two brands, their
aesthetics perfectly complementing one another.
Tis is because, Stern explains, it is a totally diferent
experience from commissioning someone to design
jewellery for you, and thus is more creatively
Collaborations with the most inuential names in fashion,
architecture and dance have made H.Stern one of the worlds
most adventurous and successful contemporary jewellery houses
PROMOTION
signature combination of yellow and white gold) and
18kt yellow gold are brushed, mattifed and grooved
before being set with diamonds and gemstones and
twisted into avant-garde designs that refect Grupo
Corpos fuidity of movement.
Bold, sinuous curves and Brazilian heritage are also
central to the Oscar Niemeyer Collection. A titan of
international modern architecture, Niemeyer is the
designer of some of the 20th centurys most iconic
buildings, including the Braslia cathedral and the
UN headquarters in New York (a collaboration with
the legendary Le Corbusier). Niemeyers passion
for and command of curvaceous lines is seen
throughout his work, and is echoed in the H.Stern
collection. Tis is the frst jewellery collection
Niemeyer has personally approved, and it takes direct
inspiration from his sketches and buildings. Te
collection comprises six ranges, including Pampulha
a series of white-gold and diamond rings, earrings
and bracelets that refect the undulating roof of the
So Francisco de Assis church in Pampulha, Brazil,
which Niemeyer designed in the 1940s. Te wavy
yellow-gold cufs and rings in the Copan range take
their cue from the concrete So Paolo building of the
same name, while the concave and convex domes of
the National Congress building inspire the sweeping
lines of a yellow-gold bracelet.
Available from Fine Jewellery & Watch Room,
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I wanted bold,
and I didnt think
anyone else in the
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this boldness
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H.Stern Grupo
Corpo Collection
18kt yellow gold,
Noble Gold and
diamond bracelet
2,100 and
18kt yellow gold
Nazareth earrings
2,200;
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The H.Stern +
Grupo Corpo ad
campaign, featuring
an 18kt gold and
diamond ring
3,600 and
earrings 3,300
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NEWS
In a person, a combination of pretty
and clever is, frankly, often
annoying. In a watch, however, a
design that is as beautiful as it is
intelligent is a pleasant surprise. Te
biggest watch brands tend to get
stuck in technical complications,
while the traditional haute joaillerie
houses dazzle us with diamonds.
Ulysse Nardin has ploughed its own
furrow with the Executive Lady, a
horological masterpiece that is
smart in both looks and ability. As
if the elegant mother-of-pearl dial
and diamond-set white ceramic
bezel werent enough, the patented
Dual Time system allows the
hour hand to instantly adjust to
a diferent time zone at the touch of
the ceramic pusher. 14,600
Horolophiles would confde that
not much has changed in the
design of the Herms H-our watch
since its inception in 1996. Tey
would agree that, apart from a
few minuscule cosmetic changes,
theres no point tinkering with
perfection. From 1,200
HERMS H-our
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Teres something robustly
masculine about the Marine
Dame by Breguet that
makes the design
all the more sexy on
women. Despite the
delicacy of the white
and gold combination,
the satisfyingly weighty
case and stamped rubber
strap give the wearer all the sex
appeal of a woman wearing
a mans crisp white shirt, and
very little else. Te Breguet
technical heritage is right there
too, with 30-minute and 12-hour
totalizers and a small seconds hand
and date. But thats not really why
we love it. 23,300
Te original Omega Ladymatic was launched
at a time when ladies took their elegance very
seriously. Te 1955 design has lost none of its
grace in Omegas new Ladymatic chronometer,
which is now also equipped with
an advanced mechanical watch
movement featuring the Si 14 silicon
balance spring, an innovation that
makes it more resilient to knocks
and shocks. But while 21st-century
customers will appreciate the smart
technology, it will be the design that
wins their hearts. Te mother-of-pearl
dial engraved with Omegas signature
wave pattern, in combination with
a white face and rose-gold and
diamond bezel, is sheer bliss.
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As Design Director of Topman, Gordon Richardson is one
of menswears most infuential fgures, responsible for steering
the brand to both critical and commercial success. Here,
he talks about young talent, eclectic style icons and how
menswear is smartening up its act for the new season.
Te AW11 Topman Design collection is inspired by Brassas
ethereal photographs of Paris in the early 1930s, and lots of
vintage clothes we sourced that evoked Te Kings Speech. We had
a specifc muse: a young guy who worked in our studio at the time who
always wore a mixture of old and new in a very modern way.
Teres defnitely a mood afoot for smartening up, for clothes with a more
sartorial edge. Casualwear the one sure way a young person could look
diferent from previous generations is now so omnipresent that a suit suddenly
looks like a cooler and more subversive choice for the fashion consumer.
My three must-have items for AW11 are a suit preferably in a tweed fabric, like
a Donegal; a three-quarter-length tweed coat in a subtle check; and a chunky knit.
Fashion is predominately youth-driven, so its crucial to invest in and nurture
young talent in the industry. Tere are so many rising stars in menswear design.
I think we are more fashion brave than a lot of our competitors. If we
believe in a trend, we pursue it. Tis is backed up by global trend research,
with all design work done in-house to make sure our ideas are distinctive.
A lot of good British design is based on our history and heritage.
As a nation, weve never been shy of expressing ourselves, and that
bequeaths a whole fashion bible of fabrics, styles and characters that
designers can draw on, producing ever more idiosyncratic ideas.
I have a lot of disparate style icons, from Edward VIII to
David Bowie, David Lynch to Serge Gainsbourg, David Byrne
to Keith Richards and Lucian Freud. On any given day, Im a
mix of one or the other of them. Top, from left Coat 250;
sweater 250; jacket 235; and coat 140. Available from
Mens Lab, Lower Ground Floor
You can always rely on Paul Smith for a fresh take
on tailoring, and his new collection doesnt disappoint.
For AW11, he takes inspiration from what he calls the
randomness of avant-garde musicians Frank Zappa
and Captain Beefheart, as well as early space exploration.
Tis translates into a contrasting play of textures and
proportions: a shearling fying jacket comes with a silver
sheen; chunky merino knits are paired with narrow
trousers; shirts have abstract animal prints; and a
single-breasted coat comes with zip-edged leather lapels.
Left Shirt 209. Available from Mens Designerwear,
Ground Floor
Space-rock style
In Milan a city famous for full-
on glitz and glamour Marni
founder Consuelo Castiglioni
is renowned for her brands
left-of-centre cool. Not for her
chiffon and sequins; Castiglionis
womenswear is all retro prints,
chunky shoes, and a sexy play on
potentially frumpy proportions.
The labels menswear is similarly
offbeat, and just as daring in its
vision. AW11s strong outing
includes simple pieces with
typical Marni ourishes, such
as a tricolour bomber jacket, a
felt pea coat with leather-trim
sleeves, and plain knits with
chunky cable sleeves.
Sweater 329. Available from
Mens Contemporary & Casuals,
Lower Ground Floor
MARNIMALISM
Cool on wheels
From Gregory Peck whizzing Audrey Hepburn through
the streets of Rome in Roman Holiday to the Mods in
Quadrophenia, the Vespa has co-starred in some of cinemas
most seminal moments.
Now Classic Vintage Vespas
is restoring original 60s models
of the Italian design icon to mint
condition. Each vintage model
comes with a DVLA-approved
authentication certifcate and
is available in the original
pastel palette as well
as red, black and
custom models.
From 5,500.
Available from
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TOPMANS TOP MAN
The tailor of Gloucester
On the outside, it may look like an ordinary
white shirt. But when worn, its obvious what
makes Emma Willis mens shirts so special: her
use of traditional English tailoring techniques
and her choice of fne Italian and 200-count
Swiss cottons, silks and linens many of
which are exclusive to her collections. Made in
Gloucester by a team of nine, Willis shirts
have earned her the accolade GQs favourite
shirtmaker. Shirt 449. Available from
Mens Shirts & Ties, Lower Ground Floor
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INTERVIEW
Iconic: despite its size, its a big word to use, especially
with regards to fashion. Often misappropriated in
the enthusiastic gushing of a one-season crush,
the term is rarely accurate. However, it is without
reservation that Diane von Furstenbergs wrap
dress can be described as such. Tis is the dress
that launched a billion-dollar industry, inspired
Newsweek to describe the designer as the most
marketable woman since Coco Chanel, and helped
women to rethink the way they dressed.
Te irony, von Furstenberg would have you
believe, is that she got into fashion a little bit by
accident. (Safe to say, the dress has acquired a
completely unanticipated life of its own.) Te genesis
of her empire was in 1969, when, following her
wedding to Prince Egon von Frstenberg, the
Belgian-born designer arrived in New York with a
suitcase of jersey dresses that she had made at her
friend Angelo Ferrettis factory in Italy. She launched
her label in 1972, driven by something deeper than
just a love of clothes. I went into fashion wanting,
more than anything, to be a woman who could
manage her own life and be fnancially
independent, she says in her velvety drawl.
Von Furstenbergs strength lies in the fact that
she really knows women and what works for them.
What she sells, she says, is confdence. Her ethos for
the brand is to give women tools to be whatever
they want to be. Te allure of the wrap dress, for
example, is that there is an ease to it; its fattering
and practical, and can be thrown on and forgotten
about. Tis is a dream piece for women who are too
busy or having too much fun to worry about
their clothes. Von Furstenberg is a champion of
women, and the ultimate ambassador for her own
brand. She is self-assured, commanding and exudes
a sense of free-spirited luxury that is central to her
aesthetic. With her olive skin, high cheekbones,
long fshnet-clad legs and chunky gold jewellery,
she exudes a firtatiousness that hints at her truly
fabulous, reads-like-a-flm-script past (she was, after
all, a fxture of the 1970s New York social scene and
a regular at Studio 54). Her work echoes this sense
of confdence, joy and opulent bohemianism.
Te AW11 Diane von Furstenberg collection,
American Legends, was a polished homage to
the Wild West. Gaucho pants, fringing and
Thirty-seven years have done nothing
to dull the sparkle of a Diane von
Furstenberg wrap or the ambition of
its charismatic creator BY LAURA JORDAN
wide-brimmed hats were interspersed
with graphic, almost tribal prints,
rope-tied waists and Mongolian fur gilets.
Tere was also more than a hint of a 70s
infuence, with fuid cobalt and vermilion
draped sequined dresses.
Te collection was her third with Yvan
Mispelaere as Creative Director, and his
presence seems to be invigorating her label.
I found a person who can take all the diferent
ingredients, and protect and respect the past,
yet bring it fresh into the future, explains von
Furstenberg. Mispelaeres appointment is in
part designed to lend integrity to the inevitable
succession of the brand one day (having lost
control of her label for a time in the 80s, von
Furstenberg is now fercely protective of it). It
Jersey girl
is also indicative of the fact that von Furstenberg has long been
a champion of young and upcoming talent, something she also
embraces in her role as President of the Council of Fashion Designers
of America. Tere is nothing more exciting than people at the
beginning of their life. Its so inspiring, she says. When youre older,
if youve been successful, you can share your knowledge.
What her protgs must admire is von Furstenbergs ability to craft
a whole world in her brand, from homewares to fragrance to jewellery.
Autumn 2011 sees the latest chapter of her highly successful seven-year
collaboration with jewellery house H.Stern. (Te roof of her Manhattan
apartment and showroom was styled to look like one of her H.Stern
rings; she literally lives in her designs.) Te new Sutras Collection is
striking and confdent something about which von Furstenberg was
resolute from the outset. In the frst meeting with H.Stern, I said,
I want bold. I want big. I want weapons, she says. She is delighted
with the outcome: chunky, curvy gold and crystal pendants, earrings,
bracelets and rings engraved with mantras that pepper von Furstenbergs
conversation: Love, Laughter, Freedom, Harmony,
Confdence, Truth and Life. Von Furstenberg
believes jewellery has an almost talismanic power.
She says the designs help you to be the
woman you want to be, and she is vociferous
about making pieces a woman can buy for herself.
Its been nearly 40 years since serendipity
smiled on Diane von Furstenberg, and the
line shows as little sign of fading as its
owner does. So whats the trick to keeping
it contemporary? I am always curious,
she says, gold jewellery jangling. I see
things so fresh every day. I am curious
and inspired, and I think its down to
my love of life. While Im alive, I want
to enjoy it the best I can. And that is
the secret: an irrepressible youthfulness,
an insatiable vivacity, and a sense of pride
and strength, which proves that there is
so much more to von Furstenberg and
her label than just that dress. H
Diane von Furstenberg handbags
available from Egyptian Hall,
Lower Ground Floor;
scarves available from
Scarves, Gloves & Hats,
Ground Floor; rings
available from Fine
Jewellery & Watch Room;
clothing available from
Designer Studio, First
Floor; and harrods.com
INTERVIEW
F
ashion is delightful in its fckleness. It exists for the
express purpose of making us rethink each season
our objects of desire. Its a fing, a crush, a holiday
romance that burns bright but inevitably fades
with the next seasons infux of suddenly far more
gorgeous prospects. Its fun.
Style, however, is the stuf of true love, which
develops and strengthens over the course of our
sartorially conscious lifetimes. What the truly stylish possess is a
talent for personalising each seasons whims and translating them into
their own unique dialogue. Te stylish know the beauty of classics
an impeccably cut white shirt, a vintage Rolex, a pair of well-worn
Levis that look continually fresh and modern despite an ever-
changing frame of reference.
Shoe fanatics are by their very nature firtatious; they like to court
the many options on ofer. Tis seasons objects of desire include suitors
as diverse as patchwork python-skin boots, multi-strapped Baroque-
detailed Mary Janes and glittery brogues. But there are certain styles
that retain a permanent place on the shoeaholics lust list. One such
shoe is the ballet fat, for its eternal ability to imbue an outft with
a sense of youthful elegance and relaxed sophistication, channelling
decades-apart icons like Audrey Hepburn and Kate Moss.
Of course, not any old pair of saggy pumps will do. Tey need to
have the perfect leg-elongating proportions and precisely the right
design fourishes. And for that we turn, rather appropriately, to Chanel
(Coco Chanel is a paragon of timeless style who, 92 years after the
opening of her boutique at 31 rue Cambon, is still proving her
assertion that Fashion changes, but style endures). Te House of
Chanel is responsible for a number of delicious design classics: quilted
2.55 bags with chain straps; neat tweed suits; and strings and strings of
pearls. But for the shoeaholic it is the ballet pump that really acquires
icon status. Redolent of efortless Parisian elegance,
Chanel ballet pumps add a chic accent to any outft
with that distinctive low cut, slim shape and
feminine bow. My preferred pair this season
nods to two Chanel design rifs: two-tone and
quilted. Toes are subtly embossed with
those curvy, instantly recognisable
interlocking Cs, a reminder of that
romantic provenance. Flat and
indulgently comfortable, they
imbue the wearer with refreshing
unfussiness. Cue another
eloquent truism from
Mademoiselle Chanel:
Luxury must be
comfortable, otherwise it
is not luxury. In other
words, never look like
youre trying too hard
if you want to be
seriously stylish.
By Laura Jordan
Chanel shoes 310.
Available from Te
Shoe Salon, First Floor
Von Furstenberg in her New York living room
in 1976; above her are silkscreen portraits of her
by Andy Warhol, with whom she was friends
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minutes with
Atsuko Kamio
The designer behind Wacoal Dia, the new luxury lingerie brand
from Wacoal, nds inspiration in understated Japanese sensuality,
French romance and time travel BY LAURA JORDAN
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When it comes to clothes, a grand gesture a
statement coat or a killer dress, for example is
all well and good. But its the little details that
make an outft: heels, the right shade of lipstick
and, of course, perfectly ftting lingerie. One
of the lingerie worlds most recognisable names
Wacoal knows this well, and the brands
goal has always been to make women look and
feel their best. However, sometimes women
want more than just spot-on cut; they desire
romance and gorgeousness think lace, tulle
and intricate embroideries. Enter Wacoal Dia,
the luxury ofshoot of Wacoal. Headed up by
designer Atsuko Kamio, the brand combines
a Japanese aesthetic with French couture-style
craftsmanship. Here Kamio talks about making
luxurious lingerie the main event.
Your mother was a fashion designer.
What did you learn from her?
Te frst memory I have is of my mother sewing,
and I often helped her thread needles. I saw patterns
made out of newspaper, and they made me think of
three-dimensional puzzles. Te frst garment I made
was for a doll; it was probably a poorly sewn dress.
But observing, copying, failing and starting over was
good training and I was proud that I could sew
even before I was old enough to go to school.
How did you get into lingerie design?
When I was young, I had a blouse that had gorgeous
drapes fowing from the neck to the chest; it didnt
fow well without curves on my chest. So I decided
to stuf the blouse with clumped-up paper. Tat was
when I realised that a womans curves are beautiful.
I moved to France when I was 20, and I bought bras
embellished with lace. I was attracted to the delicate,
sheer beauty and the well-balanced design rather than
the ft. European lingerie did not exist in Japan at
that time. It was the one of the most stunning things
Id ever seen, and from that moment, I believed that
creating beautiful lingerie was my responsibility.
What sets Wacoal Dia apart from other
lingerie brands?
Wacoal Dia not only has great ft and comfort; the
brand also keeps innovating. Our bras dont cover
up breasts; they shape them, with minimal use of
fabric. Tats the beauty of our bras. I have extensive
experience of both outerwear and underwear, so I
come up with ideas that no one else can copy.
You have cited 12th-century inuences in
the new collection. What are they?
While I was visiting old castles, I fantasised about
time travel. Te collection is based on imaginary
characters, such as a medieval princess who dreams
of being in the future.
What are some of the couture details in
the Wacoal Dia collections?
Simplicity reveals how technology and
craftsmanship determine the perfection of the
whole design. When delicate designs are featured, I
choose the most advanced sewing method for that
part. Just using opulent fabrics with simple sewing
techniques and over-the-top design is not my style.
Are there many differences between
Japanese and French design?
Designs from 18th-century France are similar to
those from Japan during the same period the
mid-Edo era. Figures based on natural shapes and
colours existed before the two countries even had a
relationship with one another. Tese designs were of
the sun, moon, stars, clouds and geometric patterns.
Diferences in history, culture, custom and morals
between France and Japan can be found in design,
but much of the aesthetic sensibility is universal.
What is your interpretation of the
Japanese concept of beauty?
In Japanese art a huge amount of time is spent on
each tiny object. Te Japanese replicate the universe
in a small garden; they breathe life into each cup of
tea. Tis comes from the philosophy of the spiritual
relationship between human beings and objects,
and the ultimate Zen training. Being clever with the
hands comes from calligraphy and the tea ceremony.
What trends do you predict in lingerie?
Some women buy lingerie because underwear is a
necessity; others are buying into a fantasy. I would
like to see lingerie that has creativity, a good ft, and
a vision that connects to a womans dreams. Tats
what the lingerie business needs.
How do you want a woman to feel when
shes wearing Wacoal Dia?
I want her to feel an excitement and energy when
she is surprised by a new way of seeing herself. H
Available from Lingerie, First Floor
Q&A
TOP Designer
Atsuko Kamio;
ABOVE Wacoal
Dia Chantilly
bra 325 and
briefs 193;
LEFT Chantilly
slip 510
ABOVE Wacoal
Dia Chantilly
bra 325 and
briefs 193;
Imperial bra
255 and briefs
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Imperial
camisole 407
FASHION
Flounces and orals, curves and cuffs, sequins and chiffons
and lace; the Autumn/Winter 2011 season makes an elegant
entrance with a new take on uptown renement
PHOTOGRAPHER JAMES MOUNTFORD/SENIOR FASHION EDITOR SARAH WEBB
FASHION
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OPPOSITE PAGE Emilio Pucci gown 2,599
Hair KEIICHIRO HIRANO
at DW Management
Make-up ADAM DE CRUZ at Punishment
Model ALEK at Select
Stylists Assistants BECKY BRANCH and
JULIA REA
Available from International Designer Room
and The Shoe Salon, First Floor
The sharper way to wear suiting combines this seasons severe silhouettes
and monochromatic palette with bold bursts of colour and pattern
PHOTOGRAPHER DIEGO MERINO/FASHION EDITOR MITCHELL BELK
The sheltering sky
FASHION
Dior Homme jacket 3,300; Mr Start
shirt 99 and trousers 695; Harrods
Own Label scarf 79.95
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THIS PAGE Bottega Veneta jacket 1,150 and
trousers 389; Derek Rose dressing gown
799; Ralph Lauren shirt 220; Thomas
Pink tie 59; Turnbull & Asser pochette 40;
KG by Kurt Geiger shoes 105
OPPOSITE PAGE Mr Start jacket 450; Dolce
& Gabbana shirt 179; Etro scarf 169;
Harrods Own Label tie 49.95; Turnbull &
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Gabbana shirt 179; Thomas Pink tie 59;
Mulberry scarf 165; Globe-Trotter 33-inch
suitcase 945; Mulberry scarf (on suitcase)
165 and holdall 915; Etro scarf (in suitcase)
269; Kurt Geiger shoes 105
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Mens Designerwear and Mens
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and harrods.com H
THIS PAGE Dior Homme jacket
2,250 and trousers 560; Daniel
Hanson dressing gown 1,599,
exclusive to Harrods; Mr Start shirt
99; Etro scarf 199; Turnbull &
Asser tie 75; Mulberry bag 575;
Kurt Geiger shoes 105
OPPOSITE PAGE Crombie coat 695;
Dunhill jacket 1,150 and trousers
185; Corneliani pochette 80;
Derek Rose dressing gown 799 (belt
worn around waist); Ermenegildo
Zegna scarf (worn around waist) 237
JARDIN DEDEN
DESIGN MARCEL WANDERS
THE SILVER ROOM, SECOND FLOOR
CHANEL SPECIAL
The world of
CHANEL
INTRODUCTION
The history of the house of Chanel has all the
romance of a fairy tale. From humble beginnings,
Gabrielle Chanel developed a unique understanding
of beauty and luxury, and created an aesthetic that
belongs to the house to this day. As style icons
go, Mademoiselle Chanel was the best possible
advertisement for the chic, sophisticated look that
became her signature. For her 2.55 bags, strings
of pearls, little black dresses, diamond camellias
and tweed suits, Chanel has worldwide recognition.
When Karl Lagerfeld took over the reins in 1983,
he pulled off a clever reinvention that brought a
contemporary relevance to the brand while retaining
its glorious heritage. Throughout September,
Harrods is celebrating the world of Chanel. From the
Brompton Road windows, where the poetry of the new
womenswear collection is showcased, to pop-up shops
throughout the store, the collaboration culminates
in a sensorial installation on the Third Floor that
explores Chanels iconic pieces. Une Promenade is an
enchanting excursion into the extraordinary world of
Chanel as celebrated at Harrods.
The world of
CHANEL
FASHION
Karl Lagerfelds genius vision for the winter
season takes Chanel to a medieval shadowland
of distressed seams, sequin-encrusted layers,
and chunky-knit sheath dresses and capes
PHOTOGRAPHER RANKIN
ON HER Chanel jacket 1,341; gloves 279; and
earrings, price on application
MAKE-UP: ON SKIN Chanel Vitalumire Aqua
Ultra-Light Skin Perfecting Makeup Instant Natural
Radiance SPF 15, 30ml, 32, Poudre Universelle
Libre Natural Finish Loose Powder 31.50 and
clat Lumire Highlighter Face Pen 26
ON CHEEKS Chanel Joues Contraste Powder Blush
in Rose crin 30
ON EYES Chanel Les 4 Ombres Eye Shadow in
Prelude 37; Chanel Illusion dOmbre Longwear
Luminous Eyeshadow in Mirifque and Illusoire
22.50 each, Le Crayon Khl Intense Eye Pencil in
Noir 17 and Inimitable Mascara in Noir 22.50
ON LIPS Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Luminous
Matte Lip Colour in La Fascinante 23.50
ON NAILS Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Black
Satin 17.50
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FASHION
THIS PAGE Chanel dress 2,618
and ring, price on application
OPPOSITE PAGE Chanel jacket
4,722; trousers 1,295; gloves
279; cuf, price on application; and
boots 801. All make-up as before
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OPPOSITE PAGE Chanel jacket 5,689;
and ring, price on application.
All make-up as before
FASHION
Chanel cape 3,121, jacket
3,499, trousers 1,295 and
boots 782. Make-up as before
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THIS PAGE Chanel jacket 2,601;
blouse 935; ring, price on
application; and brooch 145
OPPOSITE PAGE Chanel dress 3,592;
bracelet and ring, price on
application. All make-up as before
Hair LACY REDWAY
at See Management
Make-up DAVID DIBOLL at Next
Nail Technician GINA EDWARDS
at Kate Ryan
Model MASHA PHILIPPOVA
at Premier
Stylists Assistant LAURA JORDAN
Available from Fine Jewellery &
Watch Room, Ground Floor;
International Designer Room and
The Shoe Salon, First Floor
Chanels hottest iconic pieces are cleverly
reinterpreted for AW11, with some new
exclusives created specially for Harrods
PHOTOGRAPHER ALAIN COSTA/STYLIST LISA BONNICI

Shhhmokin
THIS PAGE Chanel J12 watch, price
on application; exclusive to Harrods
OPPOSITE PAGE Chanel Radia
alligator bag 15,662
FASHION
FASHION
THIS PAGE Chanel bag 2,370,
exclusive to Harrods
OPPOSITE PAGE Chanel necklace, price
on application; exclusive to Harrods
FASHION
FASHION
THIS PAGE Chanel bag from a selection
OPPOSITE PAGE Chanel Rouge Allure
lipstick in Belgravia 24, lip gloss in
Chelsea 20, and Two Tone Face Powder in
Brompton Road 46; exclusive to Harrods
FASHION
FASHION
THIS PAGE Chanel tote bag 1,830,
exclusive to Harrods
OPPOSITE PAGE Chanel watch,
price on application
FASHION
Chanel N
o
5 parfum 90ml, 2,300
Photographers Assistant BENOIT PALLUEL
Set Designer LOUIS YAGO
Available from Cosmetics, Egyptian Hall,
Fine Jewellery & Watch Room and Perfumery,
Ground Floor; Chanel Boutique and
International Designer Room, First Floor
BOUCLE DE CAMLIA RING
18K WHITE GOLD AND DIAMONDS
Watch in titanium ceramic, a new highly scratch-resistant material.
Its unique colour and shine are obtained by the addition of titanium to ceramic and diamond powder polishing.
Self-winding mechanical movement. 42-hour power reserve. Water resistant to 200 metres.
Te Dolce & Gabbana face starts with a fawless base using our new Creamy Foundation, against which a lip colour will pop. For our campaign featuring
Scarlett Johansson, I layered up the new Passion Duo Lipstick in the richest red. Te lipsticks outer layer provides dense coverage, which I used to shape
Scarletts lips, while in the middle of the stick there is a shimmery formula that delivers a high-gloss fnish. Its the perfect complement to sculpted eyes.
SKIN Dolce & Gabbana Te Creamy Foundation 34; Illuminating Powder in Eva 31.50 EYES Smooth Eye Colour Quad in Desert (on brows) 36.50; Crayon Intense Eyeliner
in Black 16.50; Secret Eyes Mascara in Black 22 LIPS Passion Duo Lipstick in Infatuation, 24. All products exclusive to Harrods
PAT M
C
GRATH for Dolce & Gabbana
Eight key looks for AW11.
Eight international cosmetics collections.
Eight make-up maestros determine both
BY FLEUR FRUZZA/PHOTOGRAPHER RYAN MICHAEL KELLY
A study in
COLOUR
I think its important to prioritise the individuals beauty over the beauty concept. Never mind how out there an idea is, the girl always has to stay beautiful.
For AW11, the Dior face focuses on eyes in all kinds of deep-socketed, smoky incarnations. Midnight blue was one of Christian Diors favourite colours, so Dior
designed the Smoky Navy eye shadow palette in honour of that. And dont be afraid to play with embellishment to create something both classic and cool.
SKIN Dior Capture Totale Foundation 30ml, 62; Diorblush Powder Blush in Vintage Pink 28 EYES 3 Couleurs Smoky Eyeshadow in Smoky Navy 32; Diorshow Waterproof Liner in
Carbon 17; Diorshow Black Out Waterproof Mascara in Kohl Black 22 LIPS Rouge Dior Haute Couleur in Anglique Beige 22.50 NAILS Vernis Haute Couleur in Blue Denim 17.50
ANDREW GALLIMORE, UK Make-up Ambassador, Dior
Te Giorgio Armani face is about perfected, natural-looking, glowing skin. Always use a foundation specifc to your needs; Armani has always been the
master of foundation. We launched Luminous Silk Foundation in 2000, Face Fabric in 2008, and in October were launching a product specifcally for
mature skin that needs more luminosity. Te Armani attitude is about self-confdence. You wear the make-up; the make-up does not wear you.
SKIN Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation 30ml, 33 EYES Eyes To Kill Intense eye shadow in Pulp Fiction and Black 24.50 each; Eyes to Kill Mascara in Steel Black 23;
Smooth Silk Eye Pencil in Black 17 LIPS Smooth Silk Lip Pencil in Plum 17; Rouge dArmani lipstick in Rouge 403 23
LINDA CANTELLO, International Make-up Artist, Giorgio Armani
BEAUTY
Oh my goodness, I was so excited to frst use the new Illusion dOmbre eye shadows. I took them to the Cannes flm festival and all the flm stars I worked
with loved them. Updating textures is what keeps make-up fresh and contemporary from season to season essential for the Chanel woman and the texture
of Illusion dOmbre is like nothing I have seen before; somewhere between wet and dry. Its a look we make-up artists have been longing to achieve.
SKIN Chanel Vitalumire Aqua Ultra-Light Makeup SPF 15 31; Joues Contraste Powder Blush in Rose crin 31 EYES Illusion dOmbre Long Wear Eyeshadow in Fantasme 22.50; criture
de Chanel Liquid Eyeliner 23.50; Le Crayon Khl Intense in Noir 17; Inimitable Mascara in Noir 22.50 LIPS Lvres Scintillantes in Pampille 20 NAILS Le Vernis in Peridot 17.50
MARY GREENWELL, International Make-up Artist, Chanel
BEAUTY
At Shu Uemura, our signature look is simple and uncomplicated, yet individual and striking. Beautiful make-up starts with beautiful skin, and my current
favourite is the UV Under Base Mousse, which can be used alone or under foundation to mattify the skin, help prolong make-up, and intensify colour.
Dont be afraid to experiment with colour; changing a regular eyeliner for a coloured one will make a simple yet dramatic change to your daily look.
SKIN Shu Uemura UV Under Base Mousse SPF30 29; Face Architect Mousse 34 EYES Shine Mystique Eye Colour in Aqua Green 16; Pressed Eye Shadow in Metallic Yellow-Green 15;
Painting Liner in Gold 20; Drawing Pencil in Brown 16; False Eyelashes in Tribal Patch and Oriental Arch 26 per pair LIPS Rouge Unlimited Supreme Shine in Baby Pink 19.50
MAKKY, Make-up Artist Associate, Shu Uemura
Burberry Beauty is an efortless, natural extension of the Burberry world, and every detail is designed with that in mind. Its the complete complement and
expression of the Burberry girl: efortless elegance and individuality. Te colours are taken from the signature Burberry colour palette; theyre natural, light,
timeless and iconic. Weve been inspired by our beautiful, stormy, cloudy, misty, hazy skies, followed by the gentle glow of the British sun.
ON SKIN Burberry Sheer Fluid Foundation 35; and Light Glow Natural Blush in Nude Earthy 29; ON EYES Sheer Eye Shadow in Almond (used on eyebrows and eyes) 23; Sheer
Eye Shadow in Porcelain 23; Eye Definer in Midnight Brown 16; and Effortless Mascara in Brown 22; ON LIPS Lip Glow in Nude Beige 19. All products exclusive to Harrods
CHRISTOPHER BAILEY, Creative Director, Burberry
BEAUTY
My colour line is about achieving a palette of radiant skin and a fawless complexion, followed by glamorous, sexy colour: sensual eyes, bold cheeks
and lacquered lips. My beauty collection brings an element of artistry to the everyday regime of applying make-up. Every woman is diferent, and its
about amplifying her individuality. Its about fnding her best points and accentuating them.
SKIN Tom Ford Traceless Foundation SPF 15 60; Translucent Finishing Powder 55; Illuminating Highlight Pen 40; Cheek Color 45 EYES Noir Absolute for Eyes 25; Eye Quad
in Violet Dusk 62; Eye Quad in Sahara Haze 62; Extreme Mascara 32 LIPS Lip Color in Cherry Red 36; and Lip Lacquer 25. All products exclusive to Harrods
TOM FORD for Tom Ford
Te MAC woman loves the idea of a bold statement and a beauty wardrobe that she can change every day. Te MAC face is about fawless skin; multi-
textured velvet matte in the centre, with accurately placed contours, highlights and colour. Ten there is an iconic MAC lip, densely pigmented in either
super-brights or perfect nudes. Te MAC woman is very self-assured in her beauty, and not afraid to enhance her features with make-up. Shes playful.
SKIN MAC Studio Sculpt SPF15 Foundation 40ml, 23; Prep+Prime Transparent Finishing Powder 17.50; Powder Blush in Pink Swoon 17 EYES Eye Brows in Spiked 11.50; Paint
Pot in Blackground 13.50; Eye Shadow in Carbon and Knight Divine 11.50 each; 2 Lash and 12 Lash 10 each LIPS Cremesheen Glass in Loud & Lovely 16
TERRY BARBER, Director of Make-up Artistry, MAC Cosmetics
BEAUTY
Hair DANA BOYER
Make-up ROBERT GREENE
Nail Technician RICA ROMAIN
Model KATE BOCK at Elite
Stylists Assistant POPPY ROCK
Photographers Assistants CHARLEY
PARDEN and ESTEBAN ALADRO
Available from Te Colour Hall,
Cosmetics and Lifestyle Beauty,
Ground Floor; and harrods.com
THE NEW PERFUME
Ex cl us i v el y at Har r ods , Per f umer y, Gr ound Fl oor
All products exclusive to Harrods. Available from Beauty Apothecary, Lifestyle Beauty and Perfumery, Ground Floor; and harrods.com
High ve
Marigay McKee, Fashion and Beauty Director at Harrods,
reveals her top new beauty treats for this month
BEAUTY
1. Creative genius is a term
that can be applied to very
few people. But one person
whom it fts without
question is Tom Ford. From
Gucci to Yves Saint Laurent
to his own womenswear line,
no one does a sophisticated
level of sexy like Ford. So
just imagine what he can do
with a cosmetics line. Yes,
Tom Ford has turned his
hand to beauty an entire
skincare and colour line
no less, that runs the gamut
from cleanser and
moisturiser to nail varnish
and brushes. Ford has
created his line to be a
toolkit to amplify each
womans natural beauty.
Form an orderly queue...
From 22
2. Dr Jean-Louis Sebagh
is someone whose progress
I follow closely. His
products always capture the
cosmeceutical zeitgeist, the
latest being research into
cellular- and chronobiology,
from which Dr Sebagh
has created Suprme Night
Secret Cream. Containing
a magic cocktail of
anti-ageing molecules,
antioxidants, and a skin-cell
stimulant called Euglena
Gracilis Extract, Dr Sebaghs
new formula is designed for
the face and neck. It helps
protect, delay and correct
the efects of ageing by
reducing the appearance of
fne lines, and plumping
and hydrating the skin.
50ml, 195
3. When a product has been
developed specifcally for use
by medical professionals,
you know it will work.
When that same product is
adapted for use at home, you
know its going to become a
beauty must-have. Following
the success of Baby Quasar
earlier this year, Quasar
Light Terapy has launched
Quasar MD the more
powerful daddy version.
SequePulse technology uses
four wavelengths of light to
reduce the appearance of
fne lines, discolouration
and enlarged pores, and
promote the production of
collagen. And all this in just
24 minutes, once a week, in
the privacy of your own
home. 600
4. I have never come across
a brand so devoted to its
birthplace as Bond No.9.
Every facet of New York
City has inspired its
perfumers. So it follows that
the brand has taken its love
further afeld to encompass
the entire Empire State. Te
I Love New York collection
which will comprise 15
scents begins with three
perfumes housed in facons
bearing the iconic I Love
New York logo. I Love New
York For Him, For Her,
and For All share a woody
base, with the womens
fragrance comprising rose;
the mens a leathery heart
and gingery top notes; and
the unisex a mixture of
both. 100ml, 195
5. What I love about
Guerlain is that although
it is the father of modern
perfumery, the brand is
constantly searching for
new ways to approach scent.
Each fragrance in the Elixirs
Charnels collection, for
example, has a personality.
Teres the femme fatale,
the coquette, the sensual
seductress and the
androgynous beauty. Tis
month, a ffth scent joins
the range in the form of the
feminine Floral Romantique.
Its a woody foral that has a
subtle foweriness, thanks to
a base accord of smoky tea,
cedar wood and chestnut,
balanced with jasmine,
tiare, ylang-ylang and
carnation. 100ml, 150
Wild BlueBell
Cologne
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As women become more discerning about what they
expect from their beauty arsenal, products are working
progressively harder to impress. One that has earned fve
stars from those in the know is Sisleys new Skinlea
Anti-Aging Lift Foundation a potent anti-ageing
cream and foundation in one super-smart formula.
Te foundation, which comes in nine shades and a
sheer, non-oily texture, contains an active-ingredient-
rich formula alongside light-refecting pigments that
ofer excellent coverage. 30ml, 110. Available from
Cosmetics, Ground Floor; and harrods.com
If you havent heard of the award-winning new brand Functionalab, it is
worth getting to know it before its cult products generate waiting lists.
After years of research, Functionalab found its niche in mimicking
Mother Nature. For the brands latest line, it copied the way in which our
DNA regenerates skin cells, and poured this research into the Biomimetic
Skin System, which comprises cleansers, moisturisers and serums. Central
to the range are two collagen-producing proteins that protect skin cells.
Te result is a reduction in the appearance of wrinkles, and a more even,
plumped and hydrated complexion. From 25; exclusive to Harrods.
Available from Beauty Apothecary, Ground Floor; and harrods.com
BLISS LATEST
OXYGEN BOOST
Nurturing Mother Nature
Such was the success of Bliss Triple Oxygen Treatment Facial, the
brand decided to launch a trio of skincare products based on the
same technology. And such was the success of this trio that Bliss
is now adding two more products. Joining the moisturiser, mask
and eye mask are the new cleansing foam and eye gel. Te Triple
Oxygen range is based on research that shows skin-cell metabolism
to be optimised by oxygen, which depletes with age, causing
dehydration, premature ageing and dullness. Te range is designed
to help combat these skincare woes thanks to a comprehensive
at-home regime. Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Eye Gel
15ml, 42, Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing
Cleansing Foam 100ml, 24; exclusive to
Harrods. Available from Beauty Apothecary,
Ground Floor; and harrods.com
SISLEY SOLUTION
All the coverage of a lipstick, all the shimmer and
shine of a gloss; Dolce & Gabbanas clever new
Passion Duo Lipsticks are designed to deliver both
in one product. 24; exclusive to Harrods. Available
from Cosmetics, Ground Floor; and harrods.com
Best of both worlds
Teres nothing like the
end of an excellent
summer season to
plunge one into deepest
pre-autumnal gloom.
I have as
regular readers will have observed
been away for two months
soaking up sweet, sweet sunshine
in Spain; sampling the fnest wines
and fromage in France; and idling
away the hours on the Italian
Riviera. What bliss. And what a
way to undo a blissed-out feeling
than to return to the throng of
city life. But, as a well-established
bon vivant, I am expert at easing
this transition in such a way as to
avoid post-holiday misery. It
involves a little intensive therapy
of the cosmetic variety, of course.
An excellent place to start is Natura
Biss, whose exclusive Skin Recovery
Treatment facial will be ofered
in-store in September (75 booking
fee redeemable against purchases on
the day). Te facial is designed for
even the most sensitive and reactive
of souls. It uses Natura Bisss NB
Ceutical line, packed full of
exotic-smelling natural ingredients
to cleanse and hydrate.
But be warned: nodding
of during this experience is
99% unavoidable. At home,
I fnd the ritual of using face
masks a deeply relaxing
activity. Few do a better mask
than Sisley, and the latest is no
exception. Te brands Black
Rose Cream Mask is packed with
relaxing botanical heavyweights
in the form of vitamin- and
amino acid-rich plant extracts
as well as anti-ageing active
ingredients that will leave your
complexion plumped and
revived, and your mind calmed.
SK-II, meanwhile, ofers one of
the best treatments money can
buy: the Facial Treatment Mask.
To be used at the end of all
other treatments, the mask
boosts tired skin to give it a
glow so radiant, you can pass
on the foundation great for
early mornings back at the
ofce. See? A little therapy is
all we need to get back into the
swing of crisp, honey-hued
autumnal city life.
By Fleur Fruzza
MISS MAQUILLAGE
needs therapy
FROM TOP Fresh
autumnal faces at
Balmain, Aquascutum
and Burberry Prorsum;
SK-II Facial Treatment
Mask 57 for pack of
six, exclusive to
Harrods; Sisley Black
Rose Cream Mask
60ml, 88; Natura
Biss NB Ceutical
Intensive Tolerance
Booster 30ml,
209.50. Available
from Cosmetics,
Ground Floor; and
harrods.com
Skincare afcionados are used to their favourite brands seeking to discover the next
technological breakthrough, but rarely do we hear of a brand looking back millions
of years for its star ingredient. Niche Parisian brand Visoanska has turned to the
rejuvenating properties of fossilised amber and other ancient ingredients for its
latest cleansing product, Source 1re. Te purifying formula uses amber beads for
their antioxidant properties, as well as sea water concentrate to boost minerals, red
algae to reduce pufness, and plant extracts to soothe and smooth. 200ml, 42;
exclusive to Harrods. Available from Beauty Apothecary, Ground Floor
BLAST FROM THE PAST
NEWS
Live clear.
Exclusively at Harrods, Cosmetics, Ground Floor.
Theres really nothing else like it,
and thats what makes it so incredible
Cate Blanchett on SK-II Pitera
With the purchase of any two or more SK-II products,
receive a luxury facial in our Private Beauty Room
specically tailored to your skincare needs.
e way to crystal clear skin.
NEWS
First impressions are
crucial, and with
increasing numbers
of men taking an
interest in their
appearance, there is
more pressure than ever for them to look
their best. To compete with the other men
out there, you need to take grooming
to the next level. Here are my top fve
premium products to turbo-charge your
grooming routine:
1
Studies show that the optimum
time for skin repair is between
11pm and 3am, so a good night-time
product is vital. Lab Series MAX LS
Overnight Renewal Serum is inspired
by sirtuins a family of anti-ageing
genes and is the perfect way to
wake up with better-looking skin.
2
When a car runs out of fuel, it
grinds to halt; when skin does,
it looks dull, tired and old. NuBo Cell
Dynamic Te Essence is the ultimate
way to recharge skin at a cellular
level; you simply apply a few drops
of this potent serum under your
moisturiser each morning
and evening after cleansing.
3
Like any muscle group,
facial muscles beneft
from a regular workout.
Slendertone Face for Men is a
cutting-edge piece of exercise
equipment that mimics the bodys
natural muscle movements to tone
the face and encourage frmer,
younger-looking skin.
4
Often described as
the ultimate male
grooming product,
Sisley Sisleum for Men
is an essential multitasker.
It acts not only as a
moisturiser but also as
a wrinkle buster, skin
plumper, rejuvenator
and after-shave balm.
5
Finally, if
perfection is your
goal, equip yourself
with LHomme Yves Saint
Laurents Touche clat for Men,
an easy-to-use corrective pen that
is the ideal way to disguise dark
circles and the telltale signs of
fatigue. By Lee Kynaston
Lee Kynaston is Online Grooming
Editor of menshealth.co.uk and has
his own blog at groomingguru.co.uk
THE GROOMING GURU
selects his top ve
FROM TOP Lab
Series MAX LS Overnight
Renewal Serum 30ml,
41; NuBo Cell Dynamic
The Essence 30ml, 200;
Slendertone Face for Men
305; Sisley Sisleum
for Men 50ml, 150;
LHomme Yves Saint
Laurent Touche clat for
Men 25. Available from
The Gentlemans Lounge,
Lower Ground Floor;
Cosmetics and Perfumery,
Ground Floor; and
harrods.com
Legend has it that Icarus tried to conquer the skies with wings
made of wax and feathers. Tis mythological feat and its
celebration of nature has inspired Sisleys latest fragrance, Eau
dIkar. And nature at its most fresh and evocative is what makes
up the intricate accord it opens with mastic, lemon and
bergamot, guides the senses into a heart of iris, jasmine, refreshing
reeds and warm leather, and fnishes with base notes of green
cistus, sandalwood and vetiver. 100ml, 97. Available from
Perfumery, Ground Floor; and harrods.com
Everything begins with mental strength; it gives men the
power to get what they want, explains Bruno Jovanovic,
the nose behind Biotherms new fragrance, Force. I wanted
to recreate that in this fragrance. Having assigned himself
this ambitious task, Jovanovic started out with the ingredient
on which the Biotherm brand is based: spring water. He built
upon this with what he describes as electric, ultra-stimulating
top notes spicy citrus and sparkly sweet lime. Tis freshness
leads in to a strong woody accord of cedar and vetiver, alongside
warm amber and sultry patchouli. 50ml, 31. Available
from Te Gentlemans Lounge, Lower Ground Floor
Inspired by Icarus
Feel the FORCE
TUSCAN TOTES
Te words romantic and washbag are not
two that you would expect to read in the same
sentence. But given that Harrods Own Labels
latest grooming pouches are handcrafted from
Italian leather, they cant help but prompt a little
Florentine wistfulness; not least because wed also
like the matching wallet, tote, holdall, manbag
WASHBAGS, FROM TOP 99 and 149. Exclusive to
Harrods. Available from Te Gentlemans
Lounge, Lower Ground Floor
Te simplest ideas are almost always the cleverest. One day in the not-too-
distant past, the brains behind the Sonicare toothbrush wondered what the
results would be if this cleansing technology were applied to skincare. Tese
ponderings were soon realised into the Clarisonic, a brush-based cleansing
system that uses a sonic-micro massage action to clear out pores six times more
efectively than a manual cleansing routine. Designed to be used daily even
on sensitive skin the Clarisonic not only deep cleanses but
has also been shown to aid the absorption of serums and
moisturisers, as well as help with the appearance of fne
lines. Tis September, the Clarisonic Plus comes in a
stylish shade of glossy black. 179, exclusive to
Harrods. Available from Te Gentlemans
Lounge, Lower Ground Floor;
Beauty Apothecary, Ground Floor;
and harrods.com
CLARISONIC CLARITY

Hidden among the bright orals, the fruity notes and
the woody scents is the inspiration of a fragrance,
the true romance that makes it unique
PHOTOGRAPHER ANDY BARTER
PROP MAKERS LIGHTNING & KINGLYFACE
eau de parfum 50ml, 54; exclusive to Harrods
FERIE ROSE DES NEIGES BY VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
BEAUTY
eau de toilette 100ml 110; exclusive to Harrods
JUNIPER SLING BY PENHALIGONS
BAISER VOL BY CARTIER
BEAUTY
eau de cologne 100ml, 72
WILD BLUEBELL BY JO MALONE
50ml, 120 each
PRIVATE BLEND COLLECTION
SANTAL BLUSH AND JASMIN ROUGE BY TOM FORD
LEAU DISSEY GOLD ABSOLUTE BY ISSEY MIYAKE
eau de toilette 100ml, 80; exclusive to Harrods
Available from Beauty Apothecary and Perfumery, Ground Floor; and harrods.com
EAU DHADRIEN LIMITED EDITION BY ANNICK GOUTAL
AVAILABLE IN THE PERFUMERY, GROUND FLOOR FROM OCTOBER 2011
Per f ect l y Vel vet , Posi t i vel y Moi st uri sed
FLUID FINISH LASTING VELVET. The new foundation from SENSAI
for beautifully moisturised skin with a semi-matte finish, instantly.
Our unique technology encapsulates highly evaporative oil,
moisturising matte powder and drops of pure Fuji-Sensui water a natural spring water
from Mount Fuji to create a fluid foundation that spreads quickly and
easily for a lasting hold on the skin. The finish is semi-matte, yet full of moisture,
leaving your skin looking naturally fresh and feeling comfortably soft.
Please visit SENSAI at Harrods for a personalised consultation and receive
a complimentary sample of the Fluid Finish Lasting Velvet, while stocks last.
Plus, with a 40 booking fee, redeemable against two or more
SENSAI skincare purchases on the day of your treatment,
experience a deep-cleansing Shiatsu Facial Massage.
Available every day at the SENSAI Beauty Room at Harrods.
Cosmet i cs, Ground Fl oor.
SPORTS
Get
sporty
Theres more to getting t than going
to the gym. Taking up a sport is a fast
and fun way to boost your energy,
motivation and wellbeing
BY PETA BEE/PHOTOGRAPHER ISHI
Adidas T-shirt 29.95,
shorts 27.95 and trainers 44.95
SLUG
W
here is your gym membership
taking you? If you work out
simply for the sake of working
out, then the chances are that,
sooner or later, the monthly
subscription you pay to your ftness emporium
will be money wasted. Without goals, sports
psychologists say, boredom soon ensues and
motivation dwindles. What your ftness regime
needs is a focus, and theres no better way of getting
it than taking up a new sport.
Gyms are important for base ftness, but they can
be quite sterile environments that some people fnd
intimidating, says Dearbhla McCullough, Sports
Psychologist at Roehampton University. If you
switch your aim to exercising in order to get ft for a
particular sport, the physical and emotional benefts
can be huge. McCullough says ftness should never
be measured simply in terms of calories burned
and inches whittled away; its benefts are far more
wide-reaching. Studies have shown that people who
participate in sport are better at goal-setting, are
more organised, and are able to keep their emotions
on a more even keel.
And because sport is more unpredictable than
the gym in terms of its demands, you will test your
muscles and joints, spatial awareness, speed and
strength to their limit. Tere are so many variations
in sport that you dont get at the gym, says Louise
Sutton, Manager of the Carnegie Centre for Sports
Performance and Wellbeing at Leeds Metropolitan
University. Te weather, the terrain, the company
and the venue can change from one session to the
next. Your body never knows quite what to expect,
so it is taken unawares. Youre twisting, turning
and testing muscles its impossible to target on gym
equipment. And youll never get bored, which means
dropout is far less likely than at the gym.
Contrary to popular theory, you dont need
Olympic ambition to take up sport. You dont even
need to be young, slim or particularly athletic; all it
requires is that you are motivated enough to enjoy it.
Nearly four million people now claim to go
running regularly in the UK, and this number is
rising. World leaders including David Cameron,
Nicolas Sarkozy and Barack Obama choose the sport
as a means of reducing stress levels and staying in
shape. Its popularity is not surprising: running burns
more calories than most other activities (400 to 550
an hour), gobbles up fat, tones the legs and buttocks,
and is free. Plus, psychologists have proven that the
runners high the elated state experienced after
15 to 30 minutes of aerobic activity really does
exist, and it is among the best ways to boost mood.
Tis year sees the launch of several schemes
designed to get newbies running in groups and
introduce them to the huge variety of running-based
ftness training, from trails and fartlek (Swedish for
speed play) to track and roads.
Te market for running gear and gadgets is huge,
but all you need to get started is a supportive pair
of trainers, some leggings or shorts, a good sports
bra for women and a top made from sweat-wicking
fabric. It is best to go to a specialist running shop
where you will be advised appropriately.
Running is a high-impact sport, but a strong and
fexible body will leave you less prone to injuries.
To train beforehand, try yoga or Jukari Fit to Flex
(which strengthens and stretches muscles using
resistance bands). Kranking cycling for the arms
is ideal for toning the upper body.
Another highly accessible sport is mountain
biking. If you can ride a bike, you can ride a
mountain bike, and the huge attraction of the sport
is its social aspect, with groups meeting to hit trails
and hills around the UK. According to the charity
Sustrans, approximately 75% of people in the
UK live within two miles of the national cycling
network of of-road paths. Tese paths are a great
place to gain confdence if you havent taken to two
wheels in a while. After that, you can graduate to
more challenging climbs and routes.
Te pedalling action works most of the main
muscles in the legs and the gluteus maximus muscles
in the buttocks, as well as strengthening the tendons
without the load-bearing stress of something like
running. Cycle on undulating or challenging terrain
and you can burn around 500 calories an hour as
well as boost your cardiovascular system.
To get in shape for biking, spinning is the
obvious choice, although it lacks the scenery and
unpredictability of the outdoors. Kettlebell training
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that can be lifted, dragged, thrown and stepped
on) are great for working the upper body, which is
neglected in cycling. It is also worth trying more
unusual takes on indoor cycling, such as the Ciclotte
designer exercise bike.
When buying your frst mountain bike, look
for an all-terrain model with fat (4060mm) tyres
for cushioning on rough surfaces; very low gears
to overcome the drag of ploughing through loose
material while climbing steep gradients; straight
handlebars for wrenching the wheel around
obstacles; disc brakes; and at least front suspension.
Bike maintenance is important; your bike will need
to be thoroughly cleaned after every ride, and will
also need a regular health check at a bike shop.
For those who want another means of getting back
to nature, outdoor swimming is an ideal choice. Long
associated with cross-Channel swimmers, or the batty
bunch who plunge into the Serpentine in Hyde Park
on New Years Day, it is now a sport in its own right,
and considered by many to be more pleasurable than
ploughing up and down an indoor pool, and more
soul-soothing than yoga. Swimming is one of the
best all-body sports, using most major muscles with
each stroke. Water also acts as a giant cushion for the
body and is kind to joints and tendons. Outdoors,
with added wind resistance, turbulence and cooler
conditions, expect to burn around 550 calories an
hour. Te downside is that swimming is non-weight-
bearing, so you will need to include activities like
aerobics, Zumba, weight training or treadmill running
in your ftness regime to build your bones.
It is wise to build up your exposure to the water
outside for a few minutes at a time to get used to it.
If the water is cool, there are precautions you can
take to prevent shivering. Wetsuits can help; they
must be worn in open-water competitions once the
temperature drops below 14C. Having several small
carbohydrate snacks also helps to boost your body
temperature. For a gentle introduction to outdoor
swimming, there are lidos around the country;
or try one of the Outdoor Swimming Societys
introductory swims. And there are lots of mass-
participation events in the UK, including the Great
Swim in the Lake District.
Another fast-growing sport is horse riding.
Youre never too old to take up riding and, with
lessons, the basics are relatively straightforward.
At schools approved by the British Horse Society,
group or individual lessons are inexpensive. Lesson
costs include the loan of a hat, and all equipment;
instructors and horses are regularly assessed to
ensure they meet stringent standards. All you need
are comfortable trousers and sturdy shoes. Riding
in jeans is inadvisable, as the seams rub your inner
thighs. Likewise, dont ride in trainers or other fat
shoes, as the lack of a heel means your foot will
easily slip through the stirrup.
At the gym, try Pilates to help develop the core
strength needed to maintain a good position in the
saddle. Strong legs are essential for riding, so the
indoor rowing machine and classes like Bodypump
(which combines weights and aerobics) are ideal.
Riding will strengthen the buttock, thigh and
leg muscles without necessarily adding bulk. Te
adductor muscles on the inside of the thigh work
hardest, as they are engaged to grip the horse. You
also use the abdominal and back muscles to control
speed and change direction. Riding doesnt ofer
much in terms of calorie burning (around 150 to
170 per hour), but it tones the whole body. And as
a stress buster, it is second to none. H
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Peta Bee writes for Te Times, Te Sunday Times
and Daily Mail and is Contributing Editor of
Womens Running

For more information on running, visit:
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For mountain biking, visit:
www.ctc.org.uk; www.sustrans.org.uk
or www.britishcycling.org.uk
For swimming, visit:
www.outdoorswimmingsociety.co.uk or
www.swimtrek.com
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The Martell trunk contains
the entire cognac collection
along with a cigar humidor,
bar utensils, crystal glasses
and decanters
T
he Englishmans love afair with
luxurious luggage lost some of
its lustre around the time that air
travel became fashionable. From
the grand and elegant trunks
favoured by the Victorians came
suitcases, then carry-on holdalls,
each incarnation ever more
practical yet decidedly less glamorous than the last.
To this day, however, we can still appreciate
the sense of romance and adventure inherent in a
beautiful hand-crafted trunk. Martell, the worlds
most celebrated cognac maker, manages to balance
this respect for a bygone age with a passion for the
new. When these sensibilities combine, the result
is something truly remarkable: the ultimate hand-
crafted, made-to-order trunk. A bespoke design by
Pinel & Pinel, the luxury French luggage makers, the
trunk is a celebration of style, modern technology
and the esteemed cognac houses history, which spans
almost 300 years. It is a setting where the cognac is
the star. Standing just over two metres tall, the trunk
has been crafted by 10 people and is the result of
nearly 1,000 hours of work.
Inside, copper and silver plate are ofset by full-
grain leathers, oak and fne linen. Te trunk brings
to mind the worlds most luxurious hotel bar made
portable including as it does a cigar humidor, bar
utensils, crystal glasses and decanters. And, naturally,
it houses a range of cognacs that few connoisseurs
could ever hope to match.
Encased inside the trunk is the complete Martell
collection, featuring the renowned LOr de Jean
Martell exclusively released through Harrods last
September and the acclaimed Martell Cration; the
Martell XO and Martell Cordon Bleu complete the
picture. Each tells its part in the Martell story a story
of cognac across the generations; a refning of favours
and aromas to create the most exceptional spirits.
For such an extraordinary trunk, something even
more special, more celebratory, seemed ftting.
Accordingly, the trunk also comes with the Martell
Exclusive Blends collection: 28 smaller bottles, or
montres, which highlight the specifc qualities of the
four crus that make up each Martell cognac. Te 28
montres comprise seven examples of four remarkable
blends, each one a sensory representation of the
Martell estates terroir the special characteristics
the land bestows on the cognac.
With greatly difering intensities of taste, the
montres are presented in the Cellar Masters
recommended tasting order, complete with hand-
written tasting notes. It is akin to fnding oneself
the sudden owner of the key to Martells deepest
and most hallowed cellars. For true afcionados,
these 28 montres ofer a privileged glimpse into
the houses inner workings. When Cellar Master
Benot Fil says, Composing a cognac is like telling
a story, or writing a poem, he hints at the creativity,
complexity and passion at the heart of Martell. Te
28 bottles represent the very essence of what he is
referring to they are, in many ways, the blueprints
that help unlock the secrets of Martell cognac, and its
unrivalled success over so many years.
From 25th September to 22nd October the trunk
can be seen in exhibition windows 35 as part of
Atelier Martell, a Martell cognac showcase. Te
trunk is available to order, at a price of 200,000,
from Te Wine Shop, Lower Ground Floor.
Exclusive to Harrods
Martell, the worlds most prestigious cognac house, presents
the bespoke trunk a celebration of its complete collection
for the true aficionado. It even comes with tasting notes
The distinctive crystal
decanter of LOr de Jean
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released exclusively
through Harrods
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A distinctive lemon-coloured rind and creamy, nutty avour have made
the award-winning Golden Cenarth a star of the cheese world
BY PATRICK M
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GUIGAN/PHOTOGRAPHER JEAN CAZALS/FOOD STYLIST SEIKO HATFIELD
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temperature, and sometimes it just wont grow,
says Adams. We havent cracked it 100%, but were
getting far better at adjusting the atmosphere in the
maturing room. Tats where the experience comes
in, and its what artisan cheese making is all about.
Washing the cheeses also helps develop the
distinctive bloom, with each one rubbed in bowls of
brine and cider. Tis ancient technique was supposedly
discovered by monks who found that dousing cheese
in beer gave it a meaty favour, which was handy when
they were fasting and not allowed to eat meat.
As anyone whos eaten Stinking Bishop will testify,
washed-rind cheeses can have a pungent odour, yet,
inside, the glossy, white fesh tends to be surprisingly
mild and creamy. Golden Cenarth is certainly not in
the heavyweight category of washed-rind cheeses; it
has a pleasant, earthy aroma, and the ivory interior
is frm and lemony when young, developing to an
intense, oozy maturity at about six weeks.
Te favour and texture also change throughout
the year, refecting what the cows have been eating.
In late summer, after they have fed on lush Welsh
grass for several months, Golden Cenarth is at its
glorious best.
Crikey, the milk is creamy then, says Adams.
Were only eight miles from the coast, so it rains a
lot here in the mornings, even over the summer. Its
great for the grass. Te good thing is that it clears
up nicely by about 3pm, just after weve fnished
making the cheese. H
Available from Food Halls, Ground Floor
Patrick McGuigan contributes to Square Meal,
Te Spectator and Fine Food Digest TOP Caws Cenarth farm in Wales
P
etite, curvaceous and with
delicate, dusky skin, Golden
Cenarth has become a pin-up
of the cheese world. But theres
more to this Welsh beauty than
its looks. Made with organic milk
from the verdant Teif Valley and
hand washed in cider, the cheese
has a rounded character, taking in nutty, savoury
favours and a rich, creamy depth.
Judges at the 2010 British Cheese Awards were
certainly swept of their feet by its charms. Tey
named Golden Cenarth from Caws Cenarth the
Supreme Champion from a feld of more than
900 other cheeses. What made the accolade even
more remarkable was that the cheese had only been
launched two years previously. Its meteoric rise is
almost unheard of in the dairy world, where cheeses
often take up to fve years to achieve such recognition.
Te fame and adulation has come with its fair
share of heartache, however. Carwyn Adams, MD
of Camarthenshire-based Caws Cenarth, admits
that, like all true superstars, Golden Cenarth can
be a bit of a prima donna.
Its quite a temperamental little cheese, says
Adams. If we dont get conditions spot on, it
doesnt thrive at all. To be honest, its been the bane
of our lives trying to get it right, so winning the
award made it all worthwhile.
Caws Cenarth was set up by Adams mother and
father, Telma and Gwynfor, in 1961. Te business
started as a dairy farm, but in 1987 Telma started
producing cheese to add value to the milk. Now that
Telma and Gwynfor have retired, Caws Cenarth
is run by Carwyn and his wife, and is focused
solely on cheese.
My mums meant to be retired, but shes still
down here every day bossing us around. Tats what
mothers are for, I suppose! he jokes. I really dont
mind. She just loves the cheese, and there wouldnt
be a business if it wasnt for all their hard work.
Hard work is certainly an essential ingredient in the
production of Golden Cenarth, not to mention high
levels of skill and expertise. Small 200-litre batches
of organic pasteurised milk from local farms are used
to make the curd, which is gently cut by hand and
ladled into small moulds. Each of these then has to be
manually turned upside down every few hours to help
drain the whey and form the cheese.
Its like baby-sitting, says Adams. If you go out
for the evening, you have to make sure youre back by
midnight to turn the cheeses, and if it means getting
up in the middle of the night, thats what we do.
Once out of the moulds, each individual cheese
is rubbed with organic sea salt not a quick job
when you consider that each batch produces 92
small cheeses.
However, what really makes Golden Cenarth
such a diva is its trademark lemon-coloured rind.
Tis is formed by a naturally occurring culture,
Brevibacterium linens, which colours the outside of
the cheese and helps develop its complex favours. Te
culture is present in the everyday fora of the cheese
room (Adams frst noticed the telltale tint on some
Caerphilly), but getting it to form on a semi-soft
cheese like Golden Cenarth is fraught with difculties.
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FOOD
Famed for his innovative blend of ne French
cuisine and American ingredients, Michelin-starred
chef Thomas Keller is set to open an in-store
pop-up of his restaurant The French Laundry
BY AMY BROOMFIELD
The French
CONNECTION
FROM TOP The exterior of The French
Laundry; Thomas Keller
D
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considered one of the worlds
best chefs, Tomas Keller is a
remarkably cool guy. He speaks
softly and thoughtfully, with an
unexpected modesty there are
no scripted answers, nor does he
show even the slightest hint of
celebrity-chef ego. Tough hed be forgiven if he did.
Keller is the man behind the triple-Michelin-starred
restaurant Te French Laundry, which Restaurant
magazine has named as Best Restaurant in the
Americas every year since 2003, and Best Restaurant
in the World in both 2003 and 2004. His culinary
achievements in the small town of Yountville,
California and beyond have been no mean feat.
Keller frst laid eyes on Te French Laundry back
in 1992, having left New York in search of a new
venture. Once an old steam laundry, it was then
operating as a restaurant run by the local mayor and
his wife. Keller had the idea to convert the rustic
two-storey building into the kind of place he had
always dreamed of, inspired by the many French
country restaurants that he had worked at as a young
apprentice. Now in its 17th year under Kellers
leadership, Te French Laundry continues to receive
great critical acclaim, delighting diners with dishes
that deliver a powerful explosion of favours.
Before his apprenticeships, as a teenager Keller
entertained ideas of being a major league baseball
player. It was only after spending a few summers
working in the kitchen at the Palm Beach Yacht
Club that he turned his attention to food. In 1997
he was in Rhode Island when he was spotted by the
master chef Roland Henin, who taught him the art of
classical French cooking and laid the foundations for
Kellers passion for French cuisine.
Although clearly in possession of a natural talent,
its rare that Keller takes credit for his success. Instead,
he emphasises the importance of his ingredients,
explaining that the way they are produced and how
they are afected seasonally often dictates the menu
at Te French Laundry. Te two major components
of good food are the ingredients and the execution,
he says. While ingredients on their own are easily
defnable, whats important is their quality and where
they come from. Keller champions the foragers,
fshermen and farmers, calling them the true
celebrities when it comes to food. Sourcing locally
is important too, though for Keller the calibre of the
ingredients is paramount. I still support fshermen
in Pennsylvania, even though thats miles away, but
thats because its about the quality, and not just about
a trend, he explains.
Indeed, one of the things Keller is most passionate
about is showcasing the quality of his ingredients
to a UK audience. Im excited about sharing our
dishes and our ingredients with our guests, he says.
Unless I can bring my own ingredients, you will
only get my technical cooking skills, like you would F
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the ingredients too. Signature specialities such as
his oysters and pearls an innovative dish of pearl
tapioca with Island Creek oysters and white sturgeon
caviar will feature on the menu.
Many diners will also anticipate a taste of his
famous savoury cornets, a treat that is representative
of Kellers gastronomic panache, which turns a simple
idea like an ice-cream cone into a Michelin-starred
delicacy. Te French Laundry Cookbook details how to
recreate one of the cornets; those who dare will almost
always end up with singed fngertips, but its worth it
for a treat that evokes all the childhood joy of eating
an ice-cream on a summers day. According to Keller,
making a signature dish such as this is as much about
repetition as it is about skill. Being excited about
making the same dish over and over at a high level,
together with commitment and dedication, are the
benchmarks of being a great chef, he says.
It seems Keller has found the perfect recipe for
success. Shortly after opening Te French Laundry,
he launched Bouchon, a more informal bistro serving
French cuisine, just down the street joking at the
time that it was a place for him to go after a days
work. Bouchon Bakery opened next door a few
years later, followed by Per Se in New York, which
has also earned three Michelin stars making Keller
the only American-born chef to have been awarded
simultaneous three-star ratings for two diferent
restaurants. His more moderately priced restaurant
Ad Hoc opened in September 2006 in Yountville,
serving Kellers version of family-style comfort food.
Originally intended to be a temporary project, the
venture was such a success that Keller decided to
make it a permanent fxture.
While he says that its natural for him to enjoy his
own restaurants, Keller is also a big fan of some of
the UKs fnest chefs. Youve got to go see Fergus
Henderson St Johns is the one place I fnd myself
going back to again and again, he says. I also love
what Jason Athertons doing with the Pollen Street
Social and what Hestons doing at Dinner.
In Kellers opinion, whereas dining out was once
just a precursor to a play, concert or movie, eating
in a restaurant is now considered an event in itself.
Kellers focus on creating a good dining experience
lies at the heart of his cooking philosophy. Guests
are going to taste our food and, hopefully, enjoy
it. Tats what we want, he explains. Were not
coming to the UK to try to blow people away with
our techniques, we just want to produce and execute
our dishes at a high level, so that people can take
away a nice memory. H
Te French Laundry pop-up restaurant will
be open in the Georgian Restaurant, Fourth
Floor, from 1st to 10th October 2011. For more
information, please visit http://frenchlaundry.
harrods.com. Te French Laundry Cookbook,
40, is available from Waterstones, Tird Floor
FOOD, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Gteau of
toasted pine nuts with figs, mascarpone-pine-
nut ice cream and 100-year-aged balsamic
vinegar; sweet butter-poached Maine lobster
mitts with bacon, red beets, pickled pearl
onions, little gem lettuce and tarragon crme
frache; opera cake with praline namalaka,
milk granit and coffee ice cream; ABOVE
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Granted a Royal Charter by Queen Elizabeth I in 1600,
the East India Company was founded to explore the exotic
favours and ingredients of the East. In its early days, the
company introduced tea to the UK, spices to the West Indies
and porcelain to Russia. Today, its 70-strong range includes
jam, biscuits and drinks with unusual favour combinations,
such as peach and Armagnac jam and bamboo salt. Other
special products available in Gourmet Grocery include one of
the worlds fnest olive oils, by Armando Manni, and a special
selection of tea-infused biscuits from Italian baker Marabissi.
Gourmet Grocery is now open in Food Halls, Ground Floor
GOURMET GROCERIES
Tea, like cricket and the Proms, is one of
Britains great traditions. Te drink frst
became popular in the UK some 200 years
ago, when it replaced ale and gin as the
drink of choice. Te new Tea Room recreates
teahouses of years gone by, with a choice of
traditional sandwiches, cooked breakfasts,
cheese boards, scones and Bakewell tarts to
go along with your cuppa. Te Tea Room
opens in September on the Second Floor
STEP BACK IN TIME
For nostalgic grown-ups and
children who have been very
very good the new retro-styled
Ice Cream Parlour is the perfect
place for a spot of indulgence.
With classic favours from
Italian gelato experts Morelli,
the parlour will provide a broad
range of scoops and sundaes as
well as treats like tofee pecan
cookie sandwiches. Te parlour
will also feature a bar serving
freshly squeezed juices and
smoothies. Te Ice Cream
Parlour is now open on the
Second Floor
I scream,
you scream
BEST of BRITISH
Starting in September, the Food Halls will be showcasing
produce from some of the UKs fnest suppliers. Farmers
will be on hand to share the rich heritage of their foods and
ofer samples of Stilton cheese, Gloucestershire Old Spot
pork, Scotch beef, West Country farmhouse cheddar and
traditional Cumberland sausages. Its a farmers market in
the heart of Knightsbridge. From 17th September until
2nd October in Food Halls, Ground Floor
Blackberries
Runner beans
Shropshire Prune Damson
Red cabbage
Rabbit
Venison
IN SEASON
THIS MONTH
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heres something about
Prosecco. Tis crisp little
aperitif s uncomplicated, light
and of course bubbly
personality has been charming
Italian oenophiles for decades.
More recently, however,
Prosecco has broken out of
Italy and gone global, faunting her charms for
wine connoisseurs the world over, letting them
discover her potential. No longer perceived simply as
Champagnes younger, simpler sister, Prosecco is at
last being appreciated in its own right, for precisely
what it is one of Italys fnest sparkling wines.
Few know more about the allure and, of course,
the production of Prosecco than Fratelli Martini
Secondo Luigi, a family that has been producing
wine since 1947 and Prosecco for decades. Te
company started out with brothers Secondo and
Luigi making wine in their native Langhe region of
Piedmont. Tey produced it under the name Casa
SantOrsola, which soon became a benchmark for
Italian winemaking excellence.
More than half a century later, the same family
established Canti a producer of award-winning
wines, but famed primarily for its Prosecco.
Prosecco is becoming the preferred wine for
around nine million British consumers, thanks to its
pleasant taste, observes Gianni Martini, Chairman
of Canti and a member of the second generation
The Italian little sister to Champagne has grown
up to become the impossibly glamorous Prosecco,
with a chic, fresh avour and delicate zz
Sparkling
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of the Martini family. And this pleasant taste is
thanks to the delicate and aromatic favour of the
Glera grape; its subtlety is enhanced by its special
fermentation at a low temperature, which gives
Prosecco its unique bouquet. Te process has been
devised to get the best from this genteel variety of
grape, maximising its delicacy and freshness. Tis
keeps it light and crisp, versatile and easy to drink.
In fact, such has been the demand for this
newcomer to the drinks party circuit that, where
once Champagne bars were de rigueur, now the
Prosecco bar is establishing itself, with Canti
bringing one to the heart of Knightsbridge.
Te new Canti Prosecco Bar at Harrods ofers the
best of the houses vintages as well as its new non-
alcoholic moscato juice. And Michelin-starred chef
Massimo Camia has devised a menu to accompany
all the wines on ofer; dishes includes risotto al
Prosecco, as well as rabbit and veal recipes. And,
cleverly, the sleek, minimally modern bar is stationed
directly next to the Pizzeria, creating a little piece
of heaven for gastronomes with a penchant for all
things Italian.
Fun, fresh, not too complex and great to spend an
evening with Prosecco is an intriguing new Italian
ingnue ready to take London by storm.
Canti Prosecco 35 for 75cl. Available from Canti
Prosecco Bar, Second Floor
a Canti vineyard;
Such has been the
demand for this drinks-party
newcomer that where once
Champagne bars were de
rigueur, now the Prosecco
bar is establishing itself
The Bed Studio, Third Floor
Great nights mean great days.
An active life depends on restorative sleep in order to be mentally and physically alert. A Vi-Spring
bed provides you with the most blissful sleep to make you feel alive and well throughout the day.
Every bed is handmade using the highest quality responsive springs and the nest natural materials
including real Shetland wool exclusive to Vi-Spring for great nights of sleep.
Our Pledge will give you the ultimate peace of mind with our unique Selection Promise and Lifetime
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FROM TOP Kai Shun Kaji 18cm scalloped
santoku knife 289; Wsthof Classic Ikon
14cm santoku knife 115; Miyabi 16cm
chef s knife 149; Zwilling Twin 1731
20cm chef s knife 369. Available from
Te Gourmet Cookshop, Second Floor
Cutting
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Professional chefs take note: now
that knives with precision-forged
blades and ergonomic handles
are available to everyone, gourmet
enthusiasts pose a serious threat
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Global fashion house Escada
has extended its sophisticated
aesthetic to the home with a
new collection of bed linen,
towels and robes. Taking
inspiration from the brands
AW11 collections, the Prints
range is an extravaganza of foral
and geometric patterns in bright
colours printed on satin. Te
Solid range features clean,
simple lines and Jacquard uses
weaving techniques to create
opulent patterns in natural tones
of navy and grey. From 49.95.
Available from Luxury Linens,
Second Floor
ESCADA
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ERFECT
PARTNERS
Some designers are the embodiment of their
brands, and none more so than Coco Chanel.
With her Breton-striped tops and loosely tailored
trousers, her little black dresses and costume
jewellery, Chanel epitomised the easy, effortless
chic of her label. Today, her image remains as
iconic as the interlocking Cs of the logo, and the
house continues to inspire a erce dedication
among loyal and supremely stylish fans. Now
there is an unusual addition to even the most
comprehensive collection
of tweed suits and 2.55
bags. A portrait of the
designer dating from 1925
has emerged that shows
her wearing signature
strings of pearls and a
20s headdress. A true
piece of fashion history,
the photograph comes in its
original frame and features
Chanels signature. Price
on application. Available from
Millionaire Gallery, Tird Floor
While life as a pooch is not exactly
stressful sleeping, eating and going
for walks thats not to say your best
friend doesnt deserve a treat. For the
ultimate in doggy indulgence, the
award-winning groomers and stylists
at Te Pet Spa are on hand to give
your pet the VIP treatment with the
Special Luxury Package. Tis four-
hour session will include a health
check, deep cleansing, a paw soak,
nail trim and even a bubble bath.
Follow this with a spritz of cologne
and a shimmer coat treatment and your pup will feel like a new dog.
Te Special Luxury Package is available for 99 from 1st September
until 31st December. Available from Te Pet Spa, Fourth Floor
A dogs life
Te queen of casual chic, Donna Karan, has channelled her talent for creating simple yet
classic ready-to-wear clothing into making lifestyle home accessories. Organic shapes are
fused with Asian travel infuences to create pieces such as Nepalese metal singing bowls
that ring when struck, and hand-etched Indian glassware. Additional collections come in a
palette of brown, white and gold, as well as Karans signature colour, black. From 15.95.
Available from Contemporary Living, Second Floor; and harrods.com
MODERN LIVING
Perhaps one of the most important partnerships Josiah Wedgwood
ever established was with the businessman Tomas Bentley. With
an eye for fashion, Bentley brought the culture and trends of the
time to the brand, helping to produce intricate pottery made from
black basalt and jasperware. Te new collection pays homage to
this partnership with a range of classically styled ornaments that
have been made using traditional handcrafting techniques. Gilded
Borghese vase 30,000. Limited edition of 20. Available from
Waterford Crystal, Wedgwood & Royal Doulton, Second Floor
Luxury Collections, First Floor.
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Tere is no more evocative name in motoring than
Ferrari: the heritage, the passion, the beauty, the
power. But there was a time when this could be
tarnished by the cars fragility and running costs.
Now all of that has changed; today, Maranellos
fnest are built with a precision, durability and
usability equal to the best of Ferraris global f
Take one Italian sportscar, add
some laid-back American charisma,
then take it on a drive through France
on a summers weekend welcome
to the worlds chicest road trip
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LIFESTYLE
competitors. And the Ferrari California is the
closest the company has come to creating a
practical, everyday convertible supercar.
But then, if you want an everyday car, why buy
a Ferrari? Of course, practical means diferent
things to diferent drivers. If driving means spending
large amounts of time stuck in city trafc, buy a
Fiat 500 (theres even a Ferrari version, the Abarth
695 Tributo Ferrari). Or for travelling from Athens
to Barcelona as quickly and comfortably as possible,
there is always a Bentley or a Learjet. But if the
point is to enjoy the sensation and rewards of
actually driving, then it is hard to imagine a better
choice than a California for a weekend trip from
Calais to Paris to Epernay, the epicentre of the
Champagne region.
Te launch of the California in 2008 slightly
wrong-footed the motoring press. Many had
predicted that this was to be a baby Ferrari a
convertible that would be somehow softer than the
high-performance cars for which the company had
become rightly famed. A cruiser that was even
whisper it not designed just for men to drive.
Te California is, however, very much a real
Ferrari and it is far better looking in the fesh than
pictures suggest. On the road, although this is a
relatively big car, it doesnt feel like it. Te steering
is light but nicely weighted, visibility is excellent,
you can hold a conversation at 80mph with the roof
down and, if necessary, you can even get a couple
of very small children in the back. It is extremely
versatile and refned which is to be appreciated
when the itinerary requires a high-speed journey
from London to Paris on a Friday afternoon.
As expected, the car takes motorways and
autoroutes in its stride, but Paris trafc on an early
Friday evening creates a gridlock that would sorely
test many high-performance cars. Yet even here
the California doesnt miss a beat. Employing the
excellent sat-nav (not formerly a Ferrari strong
point), its possible to negotiate a path through the
furious Citrons and Peugeots to reach the relative
calm of the Eifel Tower.
From Paris it is easy to travel on autoroutes almost
all the way to Epernay. But with a little efort, it is
also possible to plan a route along some beautiful and
almost empty back streets and it is on these superb
roads that the California really distinguishes itself.
Select Sport mode, disengage the Auto setting,
and suddenly the cruiser becomes a very fast sports
car with performance, handling and soundtrack to
rival almost anything else on the road or circuit.
While the California is not as focused as the 458
Italia, its controls are perfectly balanced to provide
exactly the right level of feedback and a rewarding
sense of involvement.
Driving along the only street of a small rural
village, the complete absence of trafc makes
it seem essential to fick down a couple of gears
and accelerate hard. Te noise reverberating
of the stone walls of the houses is simply
staggering. In England we would probably have
been arrested immediately. But here a family
queuing at the boulangerie simply turns, smiles
and claps appreciatively.
It is this the sheer pleasure of the driving
experience that, when added to exemplary
levels of practicality, reliability, speed and
comfort, makes Ferrari California ownership
such a pleasure. Of course, you could happily
drive across France in more or less any modern
car. And you could quench your thirst with water.
Or you could drive to Epernay in a Ferrari and
drink vintage Champagne when you get there.
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enjoyed as an accompaniment to a lifestyle that
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With its bustling souks, colourful mosaics
and fragrant cuisine, the Moroccan city
is a feast for the senses BY JULIAN ALLASON
Marrakech
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or centuries, the city of Marrakech has been a byword
for Moorish opulence. While it is just a short fight from
London, Marrakech remains rooted in its medieval past.
Sheltered at the foothills of the eternally snowcapped
Atlas Mountains, the city is a maze of alleyways and
Moorish architecture. Riads (traditional courtyard houses
or palaces) hide in the network of souks, many now
converted into hotels, with bedrooms leading of internal
courtyards decorated with intricate mosaics.
Recently, accommodation has been further transformed by the opening
of several luxury hotels. Te Royal Mansour was completed by command of
the king and ofers an indulgent experience that is authentically Moroccan.
Each suite is a walled riad, entered through a private courtyard that is
overlooked by a salon; above is a richly decorated bedroom, as exotic as
anything in Te Tousand and One Nights. Stairs lead up to a roof terrace
with an open log fre and plunge pool, from which guests can survey a
skyline framed by palm trees and minarets.
In June, Four Seasons opened its frst hotel in Marrakech, a contemporary
interpretation of Moorish architecture, set in 40 acres of gardens outside
the ramparts. Te new resort ofers a state-of-the-art spa and high-quality
service, making it a tranquil base from which to venture into the medina,
or old city. Tis tranquility is much needed before venturing into the
hurly-burly of the souks. More luxury hotels are scheduled to open shortly,
joining the established Amanjena with its spacious accommodation set in
an oasis of palms and olive trees overlooking a lake, and La Mamounia,
which recently underwent a restoration overseen by French designer
Jacques Garcia. Sir Winston Churchill was a regular visitor to
La Mamounia he described the hotel as the most lovely spot in
the whole world, and there is now a suite named after him.
Hot dining tickets include Dar Yacout, a candlelit restaurant set in
a medieval mansion, featuring mosaic foors, carved cedar ceilings and
water fountains. It is noted for its fragrant tagines try the lemon and
almond chicken and delicious desserts. Te citys restaurants face a
serious challenge from the hotels, though, notably La Mamounias new
Le Marocain restaurant. Situated in an opulent three-storey riad in the
hotels gardens, Le Marocain ofers an unbeatable combination of local
cuisine and live entertainment. Te Royal Mansours La Grande Table
Franaise, overseen by three-Michelin-starred chef Yannick Allno,
is being hailed as the best French restaurant in Africa; the menu
features modern interpretations of French classics using locally sourced
ingredients. For Moroccan country cooking try Amanjena, which also
has an excellent Tai restaurant.
Te coolest clubs are Pacha and B-Zin, though no better nightlife may
be found than in Djemaa el-Fna square, where fre-eaters, snake charmers,
musicians and storytellers entertain the crowds in a city that never sleeps
except perhaps in the midday heat. Rise early and marvel at the sights
from a hot-air balloon. Or ride horses up to the waterfalls of the Atlas
Mountains or through the Palmeraie, where walled villa estates and chic
boutique hotels are set amid the tranquility of the palm trees, surrounded
by the scents of bougainvillea and orange blossom. H
Julian Allason writes about luxury and adventure travel for the Financial
Times and leading monthly magazines
City guide:
TOP The lobby of the
Royal Mansour hotel;
ABOVE the spa reception
area at the Royal
Mansour; ABOVE RIGHT
Sacks of herbs in a souk;
RIGHT A carpet souk
LEFT The Churchill Suite
at La Mamounia; RIGHT
The newly opened Four
Seasons Marrakech;
BELOW The ramparts
of Marrakech, with the
High Atlas mountains
in the background
Classics, First Floor
Te triple seascape windows that ll the saloon with light are just a mere hint at the
superyacht qualities you can expect from the innovative, new Oyster 625. Te new
hull design by Rob Humphreys brings considerable advancements in performance
and handling, whilst the more modern prole and contemporary living environment
signicantly enhance the experience of those lucky enough to be on board this
beautiful yacht.
To discover a world of dierence, from 46 to 125 feet, please call +44 (0)1473 695 005
or email us at yachts@oystermarine.com
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For those who do make the journey to the Far East, Maikhao Dream
Villa Resort & Spa is one of the most indulgent ways to experience
Tailand. Tis new beachside resort in Phuket comprises 22 private
villas, each with its own swimming pool, jet pool, terrace and private
garden, as well as views of the beautiful Mai Khao beach. A full menu
of relaxation can be found at the resorts spa, while in-villa dining via a
private butler is available for those wanting to slow the pace down to a
virtual halt. When booking for a minimum of three nights, Harrods
Magazine readers can enjoy exclusive benefts, including private
limousine transfer to and from Phuket airport, a welcome massage,
and dinner for two. To book, visit www.bestattravel.co.uk or
call 020 7849 4170 and quote Harrods.
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Travel enthusiasts take note: South Korea is a
one-to-watch destination worth discovering before
everyone else does. Fashion, handcrafted jewellery
and traditional homewares are among the artisanal
products steadily on the rise in South Korea and,
during September, examples of the best the country
has to ofer will be in-store. Visitors to the exhibition
can become acquainted with Korean craftsmanship,
cuisine, and facets of the countrys culture that
have remained largely unexplored. Cooking
demonstrations will take place in the Gourmet
Cookshop, while South Korean food will be available
in the Rotisserie and Sea Grill restaurants. And if the
inspiration strikes you, a trip to see and experience
the real South Korea can be arranged through travel
specialist Abercrombie & Kent. Te exhibition runs
from 28th August to 24th September in Exhibition
Gallery, Tird Floor. To book a trip to South
Korea, visit Abercrombie & Kent at Harrods on
the Lower Ground Floor, call 0845 618 2118 or
email harrods@abercrombiekent.co.uk
The best of
South Korea
THAI LUXURY,
SPANISH STYLE
And for the real thing...
So smart is the idea of Te World cruise liner that its a wonder it
wasnt thought up long before 2002. For those who want a second
home, but dont want to commit to one city, Te World ofers the
chance to buy an apartment aboard a cruise liner that tours, well,
the world. All 165 apartments are privately owned, with shared
freehold of the ship, which means that the homeowners collectively
decide on everything from the ships course to its facilities. And with
the opportunity to choose when and where you jump on and of,
you can see the world from the comfort of your own, albeit second,
home. For further information, visit www.aboardtheworld.com
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PRIZE DRAW
THE PRIZE: A fve-night stay for two in Te
Tides Villa at Te Tides Riviera Maya, as
well as breakfast, and transfers to and from
Cancn International Airport. Flights are
not included. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
The closing date for entries is midnight on
28th September 2011. Entries will not be
considered after the closing date specified.
The prize is subject to availability, non-
transferable and must be taken between
26th August 2011 and 26th August 2012.
No responsibility will be taken for delayed,
mislaid, lost or damaged entries, and proof
of sending will not be accepted as proof of
delivery. Entrants must be aged 18 or over.
All additional expenses must be settled
before leaving the hotel. No cash alternative
is available. No purchase necessary. The
prize draw is open to UK residents only,
but not to employees of Harrods or anyone
professionally associated with the prize
draw. The prize will be awarded to the first
entry selected at random after the closing
date by an independent judge. The judges
decision is final, and no correspondence
will be entered into. The winner will be
notified within seven days of the closing
date. Prizes unclaimed after 60 days will
be deemed to have been forfeited and
Harrods reserves the right to offer the
prize to another entrant. Prize draws and
competitions are governed by English
law and are subject to the exclusive
jurisdiction of the English Courts. By
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entrant agrees to be bound by these terms
and conditions. DATA PROTECTION: By
entering the prize draw, please be aware
that Harrods Magazine will not use any
personal data acquired in connection with
this prize draw unlawfully. Contact us if
you would not like to be contacted further.
The promoter is The Tides Riviera Maya.
For reservations or more information,
please call +52 984 877 3000 or visit
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Heaven, Mexican style
WIN a ve-night stay for two in a Mayan-style private villa
at The Tides Riviera Maya, including breakfast and transfers
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T
he allure of Mexicos Riviera Maya
can be summed up in three words:
culture, luxury, relaxation. And
Te Tides Riviera Maya embodies
all of these qualities in one perfect
resort. Situated just outside the
town of Playa del Carmen, Te
Tides has seven miles of pristine
beaches as well as acres of lush tropical forest. Te
resorts 41 palapa-roofed bohos, or villas, ofer the
perfect refuge for those in search of serenity and
seclusion or adventure and cultural outings.
At Te Maya Spa, guests can choose from holistic
massages, facials, body treatments and Hatha yoga
classes as well as treatments that can be tailored
to individual needs. Maya Spas special phyto-
dermocosmetic products contain native herbs that
are said to hold potent healing benefts. Te temascal
sweat lodge-style ceremony, which is unique to Te
Tides, uses steam and healing herbs to help purify
both the body and the spirit.
For those who want to explore, there are ancient
Mayan ruins nearby. Outings can also be arranged for
golf, cycling, scuba diving, cave diving, parasailing,
snorkelling, horseback riding, deep-sea fshing and
many other activities. Tere are also cooking classes
for guests who would like to learn to make the
regional specialities of the Tides award-winning
gourmet restaurant and cocktail lounge, La Marea.
Te Tides Villa, designed in the resorts Maya-
inspired style, is nestled in the jungle, ensuring
guests have complete privacy. Te ground foor of
the villa has a living room, a dining area, a guest
bathroom and a private patio with a hammock,
chaises longues and a private plunge pool. A spiral
staircase leads upstairs to the master bedroom, which
has a king-sized canopy bed with hand-stitched
Egyptian cotton linens. Te bedroom opens onto its
own separate terrace, with a round chaise longue for
two, a crocheted hammock, a table and chairs.
Enter to win a fve-night stay for two in Te
Tides Villa at Te Tides Riviera Maya, as well
as breakfast and transfers to and from Cancn
International Airport.

To enter, text MEXICO followed by a space, then
your 16-digit Rewards Card number, without
spaces, to 80018 (texts are free of charge). Please
note that this competition can only be entered
by those who have a Rewards Card. If you would
like to become a Rewards cardholder, please visit
harrods.com/rewards
Tis competition closes at midnight on 28th
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If James Bond were to decide that an alligator jacket
in an understated shade of mushroom were the very
thing in which to leap from a burning building or
scale an impossibly narrow crane, then his frst port
of call would be Brioni. Tis traditional Italian
tailoring brand has been behind the sartorial
successes of all the more recent Bonds. And before
that, even greater style icons from Clark Gable
to Rock Hudson and Gary Cooper recognised
the intrinsic allure of a hand-sewn tux. Such
craftsmanship, however, takes time. Brioni has been
perfecting custom tailoring since 1945. At the same
time that Christian Dior was scandalising the
fashion world with the New Look in Paris, master
tailor Nazareno Fonticoli and designer Gaetano
Savini were developing their Roman style a
reinvention of luxury dressing for men. Today, all of
the traditional craftsmanship remains. It still takes at
least 18 hours over a two-month period to construct
a single suit (including 184 pressings), courtesy of
the companys 900 tailors. And the resulting suits,
tuxedos and, indeed, leather jackets are as elegantly
refned as ever. Debonair enough even for Mr Bond.
50,000. Available from Mens Tailoring, Ground
Floor
The Italian tailor with a licence
to take Mr Bonds inside-leg
measurement has recreated the
magic of 007s sartorial success
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FASHION EDITOR MITCHELL BELK

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