Nick Foulkes rejoices as one of the world’s greatest Patek Philippe collections comes to Kensington
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Confidant’s Trick: the evolving role of close-protection
‘People within our industry tend to forget that we’re a service industry first and foremost,’ says Richard Barclay, who trained…
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Prime Property of the Week: Goodluck Hope, East London
Every week, Spear’s highlights one voguish prime property or development on the market. This week: a chic East London penthouse…
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The Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost is the luxury brand’s latest triumph
The Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost is the latest triumph in the venerable marque’s bold reinvention, writes Mark Walton You might…
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Château d’Yquem: When it comes to sweet wines, this is the ultimate
When it comes to sweet wines, Château d’Yquem remains the ultimate honey trap, writes Jonathan Ray I can think of…
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Anya Hindmarch interview: The fashion designer on her feminist hero and a golden Vegas memory
Fashion designer Anya Hindmarch on her love of sleep and singing, her feminist hero and a golden Vegas memory. Interview…
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The collectors behind the surge in the rare and luxury watch market
The market for rare and luxury watches has gone stratospheric. Who are the collectors powering this surge in valuations, and…
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Flavio Briatore interview: The former F1 boss on his planned comeback
Former Formula One boss Flavio Briatore on managing people, showmanship… and an upcoming F1 comeback. As told to Rasika Sittamparam…
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How to join 5 Hertford Street, the most influential members club in the world
Even amongst London’s best private members’ clubs, 5 Hertford Street has a fearsome reputation for exclusivity. So how do you…
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Inside Hotel Byblos, the St. Tropez hotel that’s nothing short of legendary
Hotel Byblos was built in the 1960s to woo Brigitte Bardot and, in 1971, played host to Mick and Bianca…
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Luciana Berry’s inspiring journey from Top Chef Brasil to head chef of Mano Mayfair
After an accidental start as a chef, Luciana Berry has enjoyed triumph after triumph – which bodes well for Mano…
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Middle Eight review: Inside Covent Garden’s newest music-themed luxury hotel
Since opening in October 2021, Middle Eight on Great Queen Street is a welcome addition to Covent Garden‘s luxury hotel…
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Inside 67 Pall Mall’s new Verbier outpost
The famed members-only wine club 67 Pall Mall has a new outpost in Verbier, Switzerland. As Edwin Smith discovers, the…
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As Livraria Lello celebrates its 116th anniversary, business is better than ever
The beautiful Livraria Lello in Porto has been selling books for 116 years. As the bookstore continues its mission of…
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Book Review: ‘Butler to the World’ argues that Britain readily greases the wheels of kleptocracy
In Butler to the World, Oliver Bullough argues that Britain greases the wheels of kleptocracy and money laundering all too…
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Demand and supply means hyped luxury watches are hard to find — but these gems are good alternatives
Demand and supply are having a dramatic effect on the availability and prices of the most hyped luxury watches –…
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Buildings are more than square footage — they’re also history
Buildings are not just square footage, but a historical artifact. Nick Foulkes discovers the history — and beauty — behind…
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Amateur cyclists can ride with former champions and recuperate in luxury with this new travel company
A new company called LeBlanq offers amateur cyclists the chance to ride with former champions, recuperate in luxurious surroundings and…
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The Ineos Grenadier is a testament to Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s determination
Mark Walton unpacks billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s ambitious plan to launch the Ineos Grenadier Being a car journalist is like…
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Inside the exclusive Zulma Reyo School of Consciousness retreat for business leaders
Spiritualist Zulma Reyo has won many fans. Now one of them, the hedge fund billionaire Sir Chris Hohn, has put…
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