Yard-O-Led make some of the world’s most individual pens and pencils.
With the rise of the pc and iPhones, the humble pen has nearly been relegated to the same relevance as a quill. I think this is wrong, I’m not alone.
A handwritten letter is something that takes a little longer but means so much more than an email. From the heart, pens can be a tool for the soul.
I say embrace the pen!
Yard-O-Led have the world’s finest fountain pen range. It takes more than 2,000 strikes by hand to create the hand-chased ‘Victorian’ finish of just one pen.
There is nothing mass produced about these pens. Eight different processes to make its clip and a final moment of patience to number each one individually before it is sent off to be hallmarked.
Here’s just a few from the range -
The heavily engraved finish of the Viceroy Grand Victorian highlights the intricate work of the Yard-O-Led craftsmen, with each part of the detailed motif meticulously hammered by hand - £570.
The Esprit’s solid silver barrel is lacquered with a colour before an intricate, diamond shaped pattern is cut into it - £315.
The pearl finish of the Astoria harks back to the glorious 1920s and the elegant designs of the Art Deco era. Each acrylic barrel has a subtly unique pattern, with a pearlescent finish that is perfectly complemented by hallmarked solid silver features. Every Astoria is individually numbered and has a lifetime guarantee - £420.
All Yard-O-Led pens are supplied in a luxury presentation box with a polishing cloth.
The latest in our series of ‘World’s most expensive…’ really takes the biscuit. Or rather chocolate cake….
Luxury eco retreat Frégate Island Private, in the Seychelles, has teamed up with South Africa Diamonds and the world’s leading diamond cutting company, Rosy Blue, in a bid to create the world’s most exclusive dessert.
This masterly, one-of-a-kind confectioned chocolate tarte, created by Frégate’s chef patissier, is garnished with no fewer than 929 diamonds, totalling 151.92 carats.
You might need a few quid for what is the ultimate romantic gesture. $5,310,000 to be more precise.
The World’s most expensive dessert will deliver maximum brownie points though. Chocolate and diamonds?
Luckily, this diamond-studded dessert comes complete with two First Class Emirates Airlines tickets to the Seychelles from any destination in the world, and a one week full board stay for two at Frégate Island Private.
Designed to blend in with the natural environment, the 17 one and two bedroom villas are incredibly spacious and ultra private, with spectacular panoramic views. Each villa features its own private infinity pool, a personal golf buggy you can zip around the resort in, and a dedicated butler on hand to take care of your every whim.
Luxury-Check! Exclusivity-Check! Impressive eco credentials-Check! With all three boxes firmly ticked, Desroches Island is an idyllic private island in the Seychelles and on the 12th August the eagerly anticipated spa simply titled ‘Escape’ will be launched.
Escape sets itself apart from other spas at it is the first spa in the Indian Ocean to offer the A list Spa brand Elemental Herbology. A unique brand dedicated to creating natural and effective skincare and spa treatments that work in harmony with the body.
The conservational philosophy embraced by Desroches is reflected in the extensive treatment menu. Natural oils and expertly selected ingredients have been blended together to create signature treatments unique to Desroches, as well as massages that encompass the earth’s elements and natural creations including: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. Each of these is conceived with a specific purpose - to Rejuvinate, Zest, Balance, Detox and Soothe. All treatments are skillfully delivered by experienced therapists from Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines.
Goldmeister Stuart Hughes, best known for his pimped up phones and iPads has completed his most mammoth (sorry) task ever!
The world’s most unique yacht “History Supreme“ has Stuart Hughes written all over it. A circa of 100,000 kilograms of solid gold and platinum were used to create the World’s Most Expensive Yacht.
This project was commissioned from an anonymous leading Malaysian business man.
The yacht has taken three years to create, it has been worth the wait.
All features including the deck , dining area , rails and anchor have been made from precious metals.Even the base of the vessel was wrapped in gold , a thin layer was formed to embrace this huge section.
The main sleeping quarter has been adorned with platinum accents and stunningly, a wall feature made from meteoric stone , with genuine Dinosaur bone shaved into it from a T – REX.
A cost of £3 billion , the most exclusive yacht was born !
Lussorian would like to share a series of 3 unique movies just released by iconic luxury brand, dunhill.
These are the second set of ‘Voice’ short films, supporting the Autumn/Winter 2011 dunhill collection.
Each movie reinforces the brand’s commitment to recognising individuality; Voice once again recognises that achievement is the ultimate masculine aspiration and can only ever be attained through skill, intelligence, drive and the ability to be extraordinary.
Sir Ranulph Fiennes interview – Celebrated Explorer
