Archive for November 2011
Gelishious Indulgence Package at the Athenaeum Hotel Spa
The Athenaeum’s Hotel’s spa has just announced the launch of ‘Gelishious Indulgence’ - a luxurious pampering package which includes a manicure, the new exclusive Gelish treatment and a hand and arm massage. A glass of Pink Champagne and a selection of home-made macaroons.
The ʻGelishious Indulgenceʼ beauty package begins with a dry manicure; a file and buff by the athenaeumʼs expert manicurist. After this the Gelish treatment begins - the therapist applies the gel lacquers which are then cured in a LED lamp in 30 seconds. The result is instant and gloriously glossy.
The Gelish stays on for up to three weeks with no chipping or peeling and soaks off in only 15 minutes. It strengthens the nails and does not cause any damage. Guests can choose from a range of all the latest colours to ensure they are on-trend. To complete the experience a hand and arm massage is included.
A glass of Pink Champagne and a selection of home-made strawberry and rose macaroons complete the experience and make this the ʻmust-tryʼ beauty package of the season.
The Gelish treatment is taking the beauty world by storm and is ideal for girls looking for every-day chip-free polish for hands and feet. It is also perfect for special occasions - a wedding and honeymoon, and the all-important Christmas party season!
Introductory offer: For a limited time only the ‘Gelishious Indulgence’ package will be available for £45 per person or £80 for two people.
The exclusive ʻGelishious Indulgenceʼ package can be booked by calling the Spa on:
0207 640 3347 or by emailing spa@athenaeumhotel.com.
Visit the website for further details: http://www.athenaeumhotel.com
Scene Check: Forget Me Not Fridays at the Valmont Club, Chelsea
“As an online luxury lifestyle resource, we are naturally typically biased in favour of quality over quantity, so when we heard that there was small underground private members club in up-market Chelsea that was redefining London nightlife, we simply had to drop by for ‘Scene Check’ and see what all the fuss was about…..”
As an Earls Court resident myself, I cannot exactly say that I hadn’t heard of the Valmont Club, but I guess for sometime (and certainly too long), it had remained little more than just one those private member clubs that I knew was relatively near, but until the opportunity presented itself I had never actively looked for it. Anyway, as it later turns out, I had obliviously been walking past it for almost a year to my local gym in Chelsea. The thing is, that during the late afternoon period when I walked past it, there was no sign or any obvious indication of the club’s whereabouts. The only giveaway in fact, is not until the evening when the doormen and red ropes come out to mark the guest-list queue.
Well, here we are at the entrance where we are hastily quizzed by the doorman as to whether we are on the list, of which our reply seems to quickly put us in his good books, as he then warmly greets us and ushers us down the steep outdoor steps towards the cavernous black reception area. Here two courteous yet controlled brunettes check our names off the list before taking our coats and then directing us towards the main room. We arrive around 10:30pm, early by club standards, yet already the place is a hive of activity, with a private room (aka ‘Electric Salon’) still hosting guests and the main room hosting an assortment of characters mingling amongst themselves amidst sipping cocktails and some nippling at light buffet and mezze platters.
The interior design work in the club really is second to none, with elegantly sleek monochrome fitted leather furnishings and sumptuous warmly lit golden padded walls. All fixtures and fittings look meticulously positioned within millimetre perfect symmetry including the unusual (but fitting) addition of porcelain black greyhounds and a white horse that valiantly sits poised between the table reservations area and the private room.
Also of note were the sheer number of staff working on the night, which at first seemed almost overkill, but when the venue filled up ensured that this place ran like clockwork, seemingly providing instantaneous table service to those with reservations, and enough bar staff so that no one was left waiting for long. I would describe the security as firm but fair and certainly did an excellent job of maintaining a trouble-free environment.
Drinks-wise this place had absolutely everything in stock and serves up some of the best cocktails you will find anywhere and almost surprisingly not that ridiculously priced either. However, for the connoisseurs their were all the usual top shelf bottles, ranging from giant bottles of (RED) Belvedere vodka to all manner of vintage champagnes, XO cognacs and anything in between.
“Where this club really excels is in attracting the right people, its certainly not your average run of the mill, targeting more the well-heeled professionals and there upwards, but more of note it how successfully it manages to pull this off without the typical pretentiousness that is often a by-product of the City-boy egos and gold-digger clientele of many of the club’s contemporaries.”
It has to be said that the Valmont Club atmosphere was absolutely electric from 11pm until close, simply buzzing with one of the liveliest crowds you’re likely to find anywhere in London. The venue saw everyone masterly catered for, from large parties requiring anything from numerous tables to their own room, to the more discerning with sound-deadened lavish private booths with their own independent volume control and private table service as standard. Regardless of how busy the place got, everyone was thoroughly looked after by the well-organised staff and there honesty wasn’t anything I could find at fault, even the air-conditioning kept the temperature consistent throughout the night and the music was the perfect volume, loud where it needed to be and toned down in the seated areas.
“All in all this simply has to win our accolade for liveliest crowd and best-managed private club in London hands down and I simply can’t wait to get back down there again…. Roll-on the next weekend please!”
Feature written by Sam Bryan-Merrett 26/11/11
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Piper-Heidsieck - The 'by word of mouth' brand of Champagne
“Piper-Heidsieck is one of those brands that you never see flaunted as a sponsor, advertised on TV, or splashed across the pages of magazines, let alone name dropped in the latest Hip-Hop or R&B singles…. and all this is for the very obvious reason that quality sells itself.”
Both Rolls Royce and Maybach are exemplary champions of this ethos. maintaining their discreet approach and never aiming to market themselves to the masses (or at least not beyond that of dreams and aspirations for most of us). For this calibre of brand, it is always a case of ‘less is more’ in terms of marketing. Piper-Heidsieck are very much party to this same mindset, and although not the common name in Bars, Clubs or Supermarket Shelves, it is frequently ‘the’ champagne of choice for those in the know, and always a firm favourite for private dining.
Also of note, whilst Louis Roederer Cristal and Moët & Chandon have had the mis-fortune of being continuously name-dropped in Hip-Hop & R&B tracks, Veuve Clicquot seem to have adorned themselves with the title of being the Polo scene’s champagne (mainly through their choice of advertising and sponsorship). The only ties that can be found with Piper-Heidsieck is its Sponsorship of Cannes Film Festival and being the champagne of choice for Marilyn Monroe and Royalty…. which is really not a bad thing for a brand in the slightest.
Whilst we have recently been honoured with the opportunity to visit the Piper-Heidsieck Vineyards in Champagne and to explore their history (and most certainly their cellars) in greater depth in the coming months, just to wet your appetite, I personally had the privilege of meeting up with Christian Holthausen, the resident expert for the House of Charles and Piper-Heidseick whilst he was in London recently, and amidst having a general chat and catch-up, ended up getting a bit carried away with a few bottles of champagne in the process.
Sometimes it is just one of those afternoons, when you fortunately don’t have much in the diary (or at least that can’t wait), there’s great weather, conversation is flowing effortlessly and you just know it will have to be a champagne affair ….well this was just such an occasion. Now when the person you are chatting with happens to also be an ambassador for Piper-Heidsieck, then you don’t just settle for a flute of house champagne, so what better way to get involved than to pop the cork on a bottle of 2002 Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Rare. Now regardless of how seemingly insignificant an afternoon may have otherwise been, popping a bottle of fine champagne always has the instantly gratifying effect of creating an immediate sense of occasion… and nothing could sum this feeling up better than the jubilance of savouring this particular fine champagne.
To the eye, it is a relatively discreet sparkling pale gold, as to be expected, but on the nose a vivacious floral burst of honeysuckle, iris and jasmine, with notes of minerals and elegant dancing aromas of oriental fragrances such as subtle herbal teas and honey. This champagne is about as radiant and refined as they come, with feather-like delicacy that just begs one to indulge…. and that is exactly what we did.
As if we weren’t content with this extravagance alone (at a shelf RRP of £160.00 and a bar price that I daren’t mention) ….as we continued ranting away, already feeling slightly giddy with the bubbles (maybe that was just me), I started to quiz Christian about the full process of making champagne, which I would have been happy to share with you if I could remember the precise methodology, but more interestingly this did lead us to the very interesting topic of how champagne houses manage to maintain consistencies across their range and namely their standard benchmark ranges. So inevitably (almost as if I had planned it), we then obviously had to sample a bottle of the Piper-Heidsieck’s signature Cuvée Brut, which although only retailing for around £30 a bottle may seem like a backward step, actually in many respects (as their most popular champagne), it probably says more about their brand than all their Vintages put together.
Whilst I do not like to pigeonhole any products, I would instantly a liken the Cuvée Brut to that of a classic Bollinger, with those typically more fruity notes of pear and apple. When compared with the 2002 Rare, it is as if the bright fresh high notes of the champagne now have a gentle harmony accompanying them in the bass clef with a warm toastiness. The palate is lively and fresh, but with more mature notes of pineapple, nutmeg, white pepper and oriental zest.
With conversation now firmly revolving around Piper-Heidsieck, we soon moved on to the topic of Rose variants and whether it is just a pretty drink for girls and camp men, or whether there was a little more to it than that. Well, there was surely only one way to find out, so time for another bottle and this time it was the Rosé Sauvage Champagne….
As someone who hasn’t really drunk much Rosé before, I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised. It is bold and contemporary with a playfully elegant nose of fresh red fruit (notably Morello cherries). Notions of mandarin and even grapefruit combine with hints of cinnamon and figs. The palate is one of vibrant exuberant and warm with aromas of red plums, clementines and blood orange with just a touch of pistachio. The colour is obtained in accordance with the strict regulations of the Champagne region, through a significantly higher proportion of Pinot Noir vinified as red wine before being added to the blend. The magic is not complete until a further 24 months of of aging in the cellars.
Anyway, as much as one can describe a champagne by its unique taste, let us not forget about the sensation. In part derived from our mental associative with celebration and perhaps also a mixture of its luxury price tag and the fun of popping the cork, champagne always as this unique ability to seemingly conjure up that sense of occasion anytime. It never really feels as if you are drunk, but rather elegantly tipsy…. anyway, that is exactly how I felt after parting way with Christian in London’s St James Street, and what a marvelous afternoon!
Written by Sam Bryan-Merrett 24/11/11
£90,000+ raised at The Savoy's Quintessentially Charity Poker Evening
“Previous targets were obliterated last night as a whole host of Celebrities, poker professionals and business luminaries ‘Gambled for Good’. A truly glamorous and philanthropic evening for the inaugural Quintessentially Foundation Poker Extravaganza at London’s Savoy Hotel.”
Stars who turned for the evening included comedian David Walliams, cricket legends Michael Vaughn and Jimmy Anderson, plus Zac Goldsmith and Olivia Grant amongst countless other faces. All were out in force to support the Quintessentially Foundation’s inaugural poker evening, in the exquisitely restored Lancaster Ballroom at The Savoy Hotel.
Following a lavish champagne reception, the evening welcomed the VIPs and business luminaries to their seats alongside poker enthusiasts for a true ‘Texas Hold’em’ themed poker tournament. At stake were eight amazing prizes including a mind-blowing luxury safari holiday to Africa, and a ’money-can’t-buy’ culinary experience which would see top Michelin starred chef, Marcus Wareing, preparing a bespoke six course meal for the winner, and seven guests, in the leisure of their very own home.
The eclectic mix of participants all appeared to be clearly enjoying themselves, lapping up both the competitive spirit of poker whilst also mingling with others in what was undeniably a joyous and charitable atmosphere. Although don’t think for one minute that this deadened the competition, as for the lucky handful that made it to the final table, it was a long night that eased into the wee hours of the following morning. Guests knocked out of the tournament, made the most of the delicious Pommery Champagne, Johnnie Walker Blue Label tasting bar and U’luvka Vodka cocktails, as well as the canapés, live piano music and the amazing array of spa treatments plus bespoke blow-dries and massages for all the guests.
David Walliams’ unswerving attempts to disarm his competitors with his humour and amusing anecdotes proved effective, and competitive cousins Tom Parker-Bowles and Ben Elliot enjoyed the “table-service massages” offered to all participants, in a bid to ease the mounting tension throughout the night.
U.K cricket connoisseurs and former English Captain Michael Vaughn and Jimmy (James) Anderson also took part in the gambling but their poker playing was not as up to scratch as their cricketing, clearly! Forget cricketers, Alice Rothschild flew the flag for the ladies, by out-smarting all of her male counter-points by reaching the semi-finals.
The aim of the evening was to raise much needed funds for SOS Children’s Villages, the charity committed to helping orphaned and abandoned children across the globe. We are delighted to announce that, despite the economic climate, clearly individuals are still passionate about their social responsibility, with the event smashing their £80,000 target. This has been added to the £1.6million that the Foundation has raised since its fundraising efforts began in 2009.
Also note that this event would not have been possible without the kind support and sponsorship of Cramer Pelmont Solicitors.
Photos taken by Sam Bryan-Merrett of CDCLifestyle.com
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ASMALLWORLD & Veni Vidici 'Champagne Brunch Party' London
“Some combinations create perfection. Combine freshly pureed white peaches from Alicante, with chilled vintage champagne, and you’ll get the perfect Bellini. Combine a private yacht, with the rugged, romantic charm of the Almafi coast, and you’ll get the perfect weekend break. Combine Veni Vidici with ASMALLWORLD, and you’ll get the perfect way to spend your Saturday afternoons.”
It may have begun in New York, but Veni Vidici has fast gained a reputation for organising brunches surpassing anything you’ll find in the ‘Big Apple’. The secret to their success is simple, pure indulgent opulence and an uncompromising assurance of the ‘joie de vivre’. Their most recent brunch set a new precedent in pure extravagance, with select champagnes and rosé wines being specially flown in from the celebrated Cotes de Provence. It should come as no surprise that Veni Vidici’s now iconic brunches, and their pulsating after-parties, have fast captured the imagination of London’s social elite. Spend a few minutes at one of Chelsea and Kensington’s elegant café’s and you’re bound to overhear chatter extolling ‘Veni Vidici’. In just a matter of months, it has become one of the premier dates on London’s calendar (more on Veni Vidici Champagne Brunch parties - click here).
Bringing together an exclusive online community of the globe’s most affluent and influential elite, ASMALLWORLD is no stranger to making clear statements. From the fantastically chic interior of New York’s Hudson Hotel, to the sophisticated elegance of St Tropez’s Les Moulins Bonheur, ASMALLWORLD has hosted monthly events at some of the world’s most prestigious venues. Their ambitious and successful membership rightly demands, and deserves only the very finest that life has to offer.
And so all eyes turn to Saturday December 3rd, the first brunch collaboratively organised by Veni Vidici and ASMALLWORLD. The venue, Celebrity Chef Marco Pierre White’s Frankies in Knightsbridge, is fittingly auspicious. With delectable cuisine fabulously voguish décor, the lucky few who attend will be treated to an event with no parallel in the capital today. {{Demand to attend this exclusive event has been exceptional. Only the ‘who’s who’ of London will be there. It’s undoubtedly the place to be seen this December. Some people on social media have already proclaimed it ‘the Daytime Party of 2011!’ – Sam Bryan-Merrett, CDCLifestyle Director}}
The formidable partnership between ASMALLWORLD and Veni Vidici has enormous potential, and may even create an ‘au courant’, more trendy version of Mayfair’s renowned Tramp Club. The scene is set for something truly special.
All Brunch reservation requests and for more information, please contact:
Alexandra at Veni Vidici
e-mail: Alexandra@venividici.com
Veni Vidici
64 Knightsbridge
London
SW1X 7JF
Tel: 0203 318 5844
website: VeniVidici.com
Spend a Classic and cosy Christmas at Dukes London
“Mulled wine, mince pies, stunning decorations, delicious food and sparkling champagne; spend a classic, cosy Christmas at DUKES LONDON.”
Tucked away in a quite cobbled court yard off St James’, this Christmas DUKES LONDON will radiate festive spirit with glittering fairy lights, flickering candles throughout, a traditional Christmas tree and door staff laden with mouth-watering mince pies to welcome guests on arrival. With the appointment of award-winning executive head chef Nigel Mendham earlier this year, DUKES LONDON will also be offering an array of gourmet treats for the festive period.
After a day of Christmas shopping on London’s illuminated Oxford Street, or a matinee performance in the West End, guests and locals alike can enjoy a traditional DUKES afternoon tea with a festive twist between 1st and 28th December for just £35.
Guests can relax by the roaring fire in the traditional DUKES drawing room and enjoy a glass of pink champagne accompanied by a selection of seasonally inspired, mouth-watering miniatures including classic finger sandwiches; honey and cinnamon Madeleine’s; apricot and golden raisin scones; plum panna cottas, and lemon meringue pies, to name a few.
In addition to the fabulous afternoon tea at DUKES LONDON chef Mendham has created some exquisite Christmas and New Years’ menus for his newly opened restaurant THIRTY SIX By Nigel Mendham.
This Christmas, forget about the standard turkey roast and sample Thirty Six’s rather spectacular eight bird roast; a turkey stuffed with a goose, stuffed with a pheasant, stuffed with a duck, stuffed with a guinea fowl and so on!
For New Year celebrations, Mendham will be serving a sumptuous menu of delights including Goosnargh duck, confit leg, foie gras and spiced bread; hand dived scallops, cauliflower with sultana and apple; dry aged beef, slow cooked fillet, braised rib and winter truffle and to finish, Amedi chocolate, liquid chocolate, ivory sorbet and milk parfait. THIRTY SIX By Nigel Mendham will also serve a delicious New Years Day brunchfor those wishing to celebrate the first day of 2012 in style, with dishes including, buttermilk pancakes and berry compote, natural smoked haddock fishcakes with soft eggs and kidneys turbigo with parsley croutons.
If the food and décor at DUKES LONDON is not enough to get guests festive spirit tingling, the hotel will also be hosting carol recitals from 6.00pm- 7.00pm on 13th, 14th and 15th December and will be offering fantastic seasonal offers including:
Christmas Sparkle For Two:
A glittering package that includes DUKES breakfast, martini for two in DUKES Bar, a half hour beauty treatment per person and three course dinner for two at THIRTY SIX (excludes beverages) from £350 per couple per night.
O’Clock time design, design time Exhibition at Triennale di Milano
Triennale Design Museum presents O’Clock. time design, design time, curated by Silvana Annicchiarico and Jan van Rossem, with a special exhibition design by Patricia Urquiola, a great exhibition which will try to explore the relations between time and design. The exhibition is organised in partnership with the luxury watch brand Officine Panerai, which, at the opening ceremony, will present an installation about the design of its watches.
While figurative art, cinema and photography have developed a long, in-depth reflection about time; design has instead often addressed the subject by merely confining it to the categories of accuracy, measurability and functionality. Yet, the relations between time and design are much more complex and can reveal surprising perspectives, both aesthetically and functionally.
A wide selection of site-specific works, installations, designer items, works of art, videos by international artists and designers will try to answer such questions as: “How can time be measured?”, “How can passing time be shown?”, “How can time be experienced?”. All exhibits address such topics as the passing of time, ever-changing time, perishing, sometimes funnily, sometimes poetically, sometimes meditatively and critically.
The exhibition path starts with two distinct modes of use: a “normal” entrance and a “fast track” entrance. The concept of the “fast track” derives from first-hand experience of airports: a privileged track, a sort of “fast lane,” which, transposed into an exhibition, can become paradoxical. The “privileged” experience offered by the “fast track” is reversed. Though it means moving at a fast pace it will not allow visitors to get full enjoyment out of the exhibition experience, which will remain partial. Those who choose the “fast track” will not see the exhibition in its entirety, but a rapid summary of it.
The “fast track” is a reference to what time is for contemporary mankind, who continually “fight against time” to keep up with everything that society demands of them.
The exhibition is articulated as three sections. The first deals with the measurement of time. It creates an interplay between perceptions and visions into a dark space enlivened by artificial lights, where the floor and walls become one and the objects are suspended on broken grids. The second section deals with objects that traverse time and the theme of time travel. The relation established between the works and natural light is important. The light changes with the different times of day and the seasons, creating an effect of “temporariness”. The works are freer, without a structural link between them and are presented on very spare, minimal display supports.
The third section is devoted to the representation of time through a series of limbos which serve as the settings for small scenes, small theatres, in which the objects interact with each other. The various objects are visible only once the limbos themselves have been passed. Visitors therefore have to look back to see the works. In this way the limbos annul the spatial coordinates while the lighting again becomes artificial. At the end of the path an interactive common space is laid out, where people can leave a sign of their experience, of their intervention in time.
The exhibition “O’Clock. time design, design time” is organized in partnership with Officine Panerai, the Italian fine watch-making brand that during the 1930s and 1940s created two of the international icons of time design: the Luminor and the Radiomir. For the inauguration of the exhibition, Patricia Urquiola has created the installation “I mondi di Officine Panerai” (The worlds of Officine Panerai) which, using poetry and creativity, displays the characteristics of Panerai watches, highlighting their unique design through eight historic and contemporary models. The Panerai installation will be open to the public from 11th to 23rd October 2011.
Panerai watches are also the protagonists of two of the most eagerly anticipated new works among those on display: the world premiere of new works by British artist Damien Hirst, who has used Panerai dials to create Beautiful Sunflower Panerai Painting and Beautiful Fractional Sunflower Panerai Painting, two works created with the spin painting technique.
O’Clock time design, design time
11 October 2011 – 8 January 2012
Triennale di Milano
Curated by Silvana Annicchiarico and Jan van Rossem
Exhibition and graphic design: Patricia Urquiola
Catalogue: Electa
Opening hours:
Tuesdays-Sundays 10.30-20.30
Thursdays-Fridays 10.30-23.00
Triennale Design Museum
viale Alemagna 6
ph. 02 724341
fax 02 89010693
www.triennaledesignmuseum.org
Complete list of works on display: Darren Almond, Xavier Antin, Thorunn Arnadottir, Maarten Baas, Stefano Baccari, Carlo Bach, BCXSY Design (Boaz Cohen, Sayaka Yamamoto), Julien Berthier, Biegert&Funk (Marco Biegert, Andreas Funk), Louise Bourgeois, Boym Partners Inc (Constantin Boym, Laurene Leon Boym), BreadedEscalope (Sascha Mikel, Martin Schnabl, Michael Tatschl), Fernando Brizio, Dongjin Byeon, John Cage, DEIS Bologna (Federico Tombari, Samuele Salti, Alessandro Franchi), Oscar Diaz, Alessandro Del Grosso, Natalie Duckett, Alicia Eggert, Fabrica, Dante Ferro Lorenzo, Mike Fleming, Mark Formanek, Patrick Frey, Front Design (Sofia Lagerkvist, Anna Lindgren, Charlotte Von der Lancken), Nadine Grenier, Martí Guixé, Susanna Hertrich, Damien Hirst, Oscar Honeyman-Novotny, Humans since 1982 (Bastian Bischoff, Per Emanuelsson), Joevelluto, Noah Kalina, Albin Karlsson, Asif Khan, Sakiko Kohash, Nicolas Le Moigne, Mathieu Lehanneur, Kevin Macdonald, Georgios Maridakis, Jamie McMahon, Mist-o (Noa Ikeuchi, Tommaso Nani), Maurizio Montalti, Sander Mulder, Luca Nichetto, Pernilla Ohrstedt, Kouichi Okamoto, Lorenzo Palmeri, Bertrand Planes, Christiaan Postma, Davide Preti, Corinne Quin, Eske Rex, Eva Rielland, Michael Sans, Sovrappensiero Design Studio, Spigoli Vivi (Andrea Bartolucci, Leonardo Fortino), Stefan Strumbel, Studio Glithero (Tim Simpson, Sarah Van Gameren), Studio mischer‘traxler (Katharina Mischer, Thomas Traxler), Studio Wieki Somers (Wieki Somers, Dylan Van de Berg), Carlo e Benedetta Tamborini, Ignacio Uriarte, Patricia Urquiola, Joost Van Bleiswijk, Kiki Van Eijk, Maxim Velčovský, VINTA (Kohei Okamoto, Tomohiro Yamaguchi, Toshitaka Nakamura), Marcel Wanders, João Wilbert, Siren Elise Wilhelmsen, Bethan Laura Wood, Tristan Zimmermann.
Bass produced by Damien Hirst & Flea of Red Hot Chili Peppers
Other Criteria announce it will exclusively sell a special limited edition charity bass guitar produced jointly by Damien Hirst and Flea, the bass player from The Red Hot Chili Peppers. The unique spin painted bass guitars, available from early November 2011, will unite the worlds of art and music with profits from sales going to Flea‟s charity, Silverlake Conservatory of Music. The highly collectable guitars are available in three editions all of which are signed by Flea and Damien Hirst on the back of the individually spun body with the edition number punched on the base of the neck and the Hirst-Flea logo on the headstock.
The ultimate in the series, the multi-coloured Deluxe is an edition of 50 (£50,000) which comes in a specially designed, hand spun case and includes an “exquisite corpse‟ drawing by Hirst and Flea; a 6 x 6” framed monochrome Butterfly gloss on canvas; a unique photograph of Hirst and Flea holding the guitar and 20 specially designed plectrums. The other two editions, again individually spun, one in Colour, and one in Black and White, are both editions of 125 (starting at £10,000), and have a spin design printed on the case.
Flea established Silverlake Conservatory of Music in 2011 with his childhood friend, Keith Barry. Based in Los Angeles, its primary focus is on the youth of the community, to enrich their lives through music, offering affordable or free music lessons and instruments. It also grants scholarships to children in need.
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©Damien Hirst/Science and Fleabass. All rights reserved 2011
Photography by Prudence Cuming
SceneCheck: Live at the Roof Gardens 11/11/11
To launch our all-new London ‘Scene Check’ we were lucky enough to get invited along to the truly exquisite Roof Gardens in Kensington courtesy of our good friends at Showcase:Live to hear the talents of Daina Ashmore, Wax Jacket, Felicity Kaya and Ryan Taylor… and we certainly weren’t disappointed!
Set in the Tudor Garden is the ‘Tanqueray Live Lounge’ marquee which has been sumptuously decorated and fully furnished to include two bars a large stage (with VIP area to the side) and capacity for around 250 people. The Tanqueray Live Lounge plays host to the autumn-winter Live Music programme and is brimming with the finest in music talent every Friday and Saturday evening from 7pm-10pm, after which point the action then shifts to the truly glamorous Roof Gardens Nightclub inside
Originally built back in 1936, The (Kensington) Roof Gardens was purchased by Sir Richard Branson in 1981 and has since gained a solid reputation for being one of London’s premier venues. Comprising an award-winning restaurant with magnificent themed gardens, a huge event space and one of the city’s best nightclubs.
“If you haven’t already visited The Roof Gardens then you are truly missing out as this place just has to be seen to be believed!”
Head down to the venue next Friday or Saturday night to enjoy yet more exciting musical talent! Doors open from 7pm with performances starting at 8pm, so get down early so as not to miss out. Tickets are typically £15 when purchased in advance or £20 on the door, and include entry to The Club after 10pm. Visit roofgardensclub.com for more details
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World's largest most expensive Opal Matrix discovered in Australia
Stuart Hughes of Liverpool along with his partners in Australia have recently uncovered the world’s largest Opal matrix.
It was found in the outback Opal Fields of South Australia. This precious stone weighs in at an amazing 55,000 carats and the stone is currently still in South Australia. The length is about 30cm, height varies from 15-20cm and its around 4cm thick. Set to go to auction here in the UK valued at just over 1 million Dollars. The previous largest Opal find weighed in at only 6,100 carats so really you can understand this mammoth rare find.
More information will be soon following on www.stuarthughes.com
Made in Chelsea stars sporting latest Love Brand & Co swimwear
“Spencer Matthews and Jamie Laing, two of the most prominent male cast members of the E4′s popular Made in Chelsea TV series, were both spotted wearing Love Brand & Co (the British luxury swimwear brand) as their swimwear of choice for their exotic weekend in Marrakech with Oliver Proudlock, Caggie Dunlop, Mills Mackintosh, Alice and Binky yesterday in the last episode (8) of the second series.“
Spencer was wearing the block mint green shorts from the debut collection “Trunks for Trunks” by Love Brand & Co., a sophisticated garment with a stylish European cut (above the knee) and unparalleled attention to detail.
In contrast, Jamie preferred his Love Brand & Co. trunks in a washed burgundy pineapple, while things were hotting up around the incredible pool at the exclusive “Nikki Beach”.
“Trunks for Trunks” has a variety of 15 fun and imaginative colourways, which are a combination of bold graphics and vintage prints as well as classic nautical stripes, exotic fruits, and washed block colours, perfect for a man with an adventurous spirit that looks for elegance and comfort at the same time.
They are made from state-of-art quick dry fabric and sport engraved water escape eyelets, with alloy tusk shaped drawstring aglets!
Consumers of the Love Brand & Co. products will be safe in the knowledge that they have contributed to charity, as a donation of 5% of Love Brand’s gross profits goes to the Elephant Family charity!
Spencer Matthews wore “MINT GREEN” £118
Jamie Laing wore “PINEAPPLE PUNCH” £128
Now stocked exclusively in Selfridges and available to purchase online at: www.lovebrand.com
The full Made in Chelsea (#MIC) cast now includes: Jamie Laing, Oliver Proudlock, Hugo Taylor, Spencer Matthews, Ollie Locke, Fredrik Ferrier, Francis Boulle, Chloe Green, Victoria Baker-Harber, Louise Thompson, Caggie Dunlop, Millie Mackintosh, Amber Atherton, Rosie Fortescue, Cheska Hull, Gabriella Ellis, Alexandra ‘Binky’ Felstead, Funda Onal
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