Personal Luxuries | Need To Now
Couture Christmas crackers
Philip Treacy and Asprey collaborate on a super-chic, limited-edition festive treat
In a classé of its own
A Russian oligarch has set out to create the most exciting and comprehensive wines and spirits emporium in the world – in the heart of Mayfair. John Stimpfig reports. Photographs by Alex Sarginson
Personal Luxuries | The Reconnoisseur
A convincing case for an iPhone 5
Jonathan Margolis’s quest for the perfect protective cover is finally over
Women's Fashion | E-cquisitions
Seductive sleeptime sartorial style
An e-boutique with ladies pyjamas so chic they can be worn in the day
About face
A return to slim, uncomplicated watches is placing new emphasis on dial design. Nick Foulkes revels in the painstaking techniques and innovative materials putting horological masterpieces at the top of this year’s Christmas wish lists
Terms of engagement
They transformed the London restaurant scene and now Jeremy King and Chris Corbin are taking to the stage… Beatrice Hodgkin reports on the sophisticated new cabaret venues where audiences can truly engage with the artist. Photograph by Jude Edginton
Philanthropy | For Goodness’ Sake
Festive treats putting children first
Selfridges joins forces with two UK charities in a stylish bid to raise funds
Charlotte Lynggaard's Copenhagen
The creative director of jeweller Ole Lynggaard joined the family-run company in 1992. The brand, known for its organic designs, has since become Purveyor to the Royal Danish Court
Personal Luxuries | Eclectibles
Archer Adams Gothic shoehorn
In silver plate and lacquered birch, £145. Also in other designs/with Swarovski crystal
Gentlemanly does it
This winter, women’s tailoring takes inspiration from Savile Row, with mannish staples giving a fashionable edge to an eminently wearable working wardrobe. Styling by Damian Foxe. Photographs by Toby Knott
Swellboy… on churros
Our man has a favourable audience with the king of Iberian doughnuts, and is honoured with the sweetest gift imaginable
Personal Luxuries | Past Masters
Scalextric
Slot racing cars are imbued with style and nostalgia – a combination quite irresistible to grown-up boys, says Simon de Burton
Neon art from one of Britain’s brightest talents
Kitsch cool: brilliant, bold and beautiful creations to light up lives