Fashion weeks are strange affairs. If you have so far been denied the pleasure of attending one, you’ll likely not be familiar
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A History of the French Riviera
Many feel that today, the French Riviera — otherwise known as the Côte d’Azur — has been invaded by arrivistes, scoundrels and
Sotheby’s Rallye on the Riviera
In the warmth of early June this year, I had the privilege of representing The Rake at the inaugural Sotheby’s Rallye through
What to Buy this Week: Out of the Blue
The Bold and the Beautiful
History can be a harsh judge. This is particularly so when it is considering — or rather, ignoring — the effects of
Naked Clothing: A Supremely Soft Touch
From humble beginnings over a century ago as a piece of practical sportswear, the polo shirt has transcended every social, economic and
The Impractical Choice: Riva Ariston 576
It is perhaps not possible to capture in words the sheer delight this elegant specimen brings to the eye. The only man
What to Wear on the French Riviera
Where you should visit… There are few places in the world with more romance and glamour than the Côte d’Azur. At
Slim Aarons: The Life Aquatic
It’s not hyperbolic to say that our collective perception of jet-set-era Palm Springs, Capri, Marbella, Bermuda and Monaco are defined, in large

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