I’ve recently stumbled across a jewellery designer called Rachel Galley who produces some of the most beautiful, girly pieces I’ve seen in a long time. At only 27 she has won Coutts London Jewellery week New Jeweller Award for 2009, and I can see why!
Rachel’s ‘collections’ celebrate a special time in one’s life and make an original gift or keepsake. She has already worked for some of the most prestigious brands in the luxury market such as Links of London, Stephen Webster and Broodles before setting up her own business two years ago in a Studio at Cockpits Arts. Rachel comments –
“I was always asking to borrow my mother’s rings, I would offer to tidy her or my Grandma’s jewellery box, I was a bit of a magpie.”
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Escape from reality, and travel to Molori Lodge - a property in South Africa. The Lodge is a stunning private home that has recently been opened to guests and has already been visited by Kate Moss and Mischa Barton who both loved it!
Molori (which means ‘dreamer’ in Setswana) Private Retreats currently includes Molori Lodge in South Africa’s Madikwe Game Reserve, Molori Mirage in Port Douglas Australia, Molori Sydney and Molori Clifton in Cape Town which is opening in 2010. The properties’ interiors blend local elements with well-placed international design and each are unique to their respective areas. They all share the common theme of sophistication and exceptional service though and provide privacy and a totally bespoke experience.
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Ever dreamed of driving fast and expensive cars? If the answer is yes, then you should head on over to the Five Red Star Chester Grosvenor And Spa which is located in the heart of Chester. They are offering exclusive driving experience packages, where you’ll be able to drive either a Ferrari 360 Spider, Aston Martin DB9, Maserati Gran Tourismo, Lamborghini Gallardo Roadster or a Ferrari F430 Coupe. I wouldn’t know which one of these supercars I would want!
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Having already been lucky enough to visit Sam Harrison’s latest venture in Balham I couldn’t wait to try out his flagship restaurant located just off Chiswick High Street in West London. Like it’s younger sibling it manages to offer an informal dining experience without compromising on quality food or fantastic service.
Sam Harrison previously worked with Rick Stein in Padstow, the legacy of which sees Stein himself take a stake in this brasserie, now three profitable years old. The secret to its success lies in keeping things simple and surprisingly good value. It’s possible to take advantage of weekday two-course set menu for as low as £12 for lunch and £14 for dinner. And the clean contemporary interior means that a mere lighting adjustment transforms it from a chic brunch destination to an intimate dining location.
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Hot off the press… luxury bed maker VI-Spring launches ‘The Majesty’ 7ft mattress and divan set for £52,000 exclusive to Harrods. The set includes a mattress, divan, headboard and scatter cushions, and is made entirely by hand and filled with more springs and natural fillings than any other Vi-Spring.
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