How the Patek Philippe Calatrava became interesting again
Patek Philippe’s latest update of its classic Calatrava retains its refined features, but under the bonnet it has added plenty…
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Inside the Earl of Leicester’s plan to boost ‘natural capital’
In the magnificent setting of Holkham Hall, the 8th Earl of Leicester is investing in a pioneering philosophy of farming…
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Max Johnson on Amankila, Bali: ‘Exudes luxury and comfort’
Set in the foothills of Mount Agung above a private beach, Amankila or ‘Peaceful Hill’ exudes luxury and comfort, combining…
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The Spear’s shopping guide: Enter the age of Monocouture
Once upon a time summer fashion meant bright colours, but this season is all about monochrome. During SS21 shows, Chanel…
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Life is to be enjoyed rather than endured. Part of that is being able to wear a seasonally specific shirt
Life is to be enjoyed rather than endured and part of that enjoyment is being able to wear a seasonally…
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The West’s response to autocracies needs to be made of more than just sanctions and outrage
When dealing with autocracies, the West reaches too quickly for the blunt tool of sanctions, or the threat of military…
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Brasserie of Light restaurant review: ‘Straddling the line between trendy and classic’
Selfridges’ Martin Brudnizki-designed, Damien Hirst-adorned brasserie is an ideal spot for instagrammers and fine-diners alike Selfridges in 2021 is a…
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When divorce becomes a game of ‘hide and seek’
Some HNW divorce battles can develop into a game of hide and seek as sizeable assets go missing… Over the…
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How does your portfolio of geopolitical interests affect your real portfolio?
In business, it’s often important to channel ones ‘inner diplomat’. Geopolitics has its own balance sheet, P&L and cash flow,…
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New Goldman Sachs research reveals how family offices are investing and thinking about the world economy
New Goldman Sachs research reveals how family offices are investing and thinking about the world economy Around two thirds of…
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What is divorce mediation?
Family law can involve sensitive issues such as relationship breakdown and children, so the courts are not necessarily the best…
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‘The world is awash with cash and does not know where to put it’ – why previous market corrections prove the value of due diligence
For investors, optimism abounds. But previous market corrections prove the value of due diligence It was John Maynard Keynes who…
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What does citizenship-by-investment controversy mean for the way HNWs live, work and play?
The citizenship-by-investment industry is booming – but recent controversies have sparked unprecedented scrutiny. John Arlidge reports On paper Sir Tim…
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LSE director Baroness Minouche Shafik: ‘Changes in attitudes opens the possibility of rethinking the social contract’
Baroness Minouche Shafik, director of the London School of Economics, on our broken social contract I started thinking about the…
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Opinion: Why wealth managers need to engage in public debate
Maybe financial services firms can do more than simply observe the shifting sands of debate. Perhaps wealth managers can descend…
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Gary Boom Q&A: The fine wine platform changing how you trade
Gary Boom, CEO and founder of Bordeaux Index, tells Spear’s about the benefits of the merchant’s world leading fine wine…
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Robert Lindsay: ‘The government does not seem to want to support the creative arts as much as we would like’
In his role as president of the Royal Theatrical Fund, actor Robert Lindsay has seen first-hand just how many people…
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Matthew Goodwin: Britain could be set for the longest period of Tory rule since the 1800s
The UK is rebounding from Covid and defying Brexit scare stories, as Goldman predicts we could grow faster than the…
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Profile: Eton college head master Simon Henderson’s ‘woke’ revolution
Simon Henderson, the head of Eton College is under fire over his attempts to modernise it. Alec Marsh hears from…
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A world of difference
As a resident, whenever you return from a day ashore, an overland journey or perhaps time spent away on business,…
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