Elite Traveler July-August 2016

Discover The Hamptons, Ferrari California, Reykjavik, Bombardier, Embraer

Influence Roberta Naas, Ashley Simpson, Clive Jackson

Inspire Sri Lanka, Italian lakes with Maserati, Sir Jackie Stewart

Explore Singapore, Norway, Havana and the 10 best villas in the world

Issue 4/Volume 16 July/August 2016

OUR DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO THE 100 BEST SUITES TO PARTY, SEE THE SIGHTS OR SIMPLY RELAX 100 Top Suıtes

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Parisian summer escape Escape to Paris this summer with an elegant stay at Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris, one of the elite five star Parisian ‘Palaces’. Designed by world-renowned Philippe Starcke, this is a boutique hotel with an artistic flair. During your stay create a personal cultural itinerary with our resident art concierge guiding you to the very best of Paris. At the hotel enjoy modern Japanese cuisine by Nobu Matsuhisa and kick back in Le Bar Long to savour the latest concoction of our skillful mixologists. No stay would be complete without a rejuvenating experience in our spa with treaments by Clarins and the largest indoor hotel swimming pool in Paris. From €559 per room per night.* TO BOOK VISIT RAFFLES.COM/SUMMERINPARIS *Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

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Welcome What makes a hotel suite special? In this gilded age of seven-star travel, it’s harder than ever for hotels to stand out. An interior from a design legend is table stakes. To impress, you need to offer an in-suite wine cellar, food from a top chef or a helipad. A butler who remembers your preferred choice of pillow and how you like your morning coffee might also help. As can technology. Giant TV screens and connected, intelligent multi-room media players are transforming suites, along with an array of other brilliant gadgets. Meanwhile a private check-in and reception is essential. Whatever you demand from a suite, and whatever kind of travel you enjoy, the Elite Traveler Top 100 Suites list has something for everyone. Elsewhere in this issue, we explore the delights of driving the Italian lakes in a Maserati and consider the lush excitements on offer in Sri Lanka. There’s also a detailed insider’s guide to Singapore and suggestions for how to get the best out of a visit to Norway. We also speak to motor racing legend Sir Jackie Stewart and consider how to get the most from an investment in Formula 1. If you’ve got a favorite suite that didn’t make this year’s list, or have a comment on anything else in this issue, drop us a note at editorial@elitetraveler.com

@ELITETRAVELER AROUND THE WORLD Luxury editor Kristen Shirley traveled the globe living the suite life and putting hotels to the test for the Elite Traveler Top 100 Suites. Photographer Sean Cook, Model Felicity Peel, Elite Models, London Stylists Kenny Ho, Kristen Shirley Hair Jay Zhang, Make-up Britta D, Carol Hayes Management Stylist’s assistant Veronika Vimpelova Lighting assistant Tom Ayerst Digital assistant Luke Brown Production Penny Clements

Felicity is wearing Dior dress, Dior 57th Street, +1 212 931 2950. Graff Diamonds sapphire and diamond Sunburst earrings, Graff New York, +1 212 355 9292. Shot on location at Cliveden, Taplow, Berkshire, UK clivedenhouse.co.uk

The Pierre is synonymous with classic New York elegance, and the Tata Suite does not disappoint

The view from the serenity pool at the Four Seasons Resort Maui

A deserted beach at The St. Regis Bahia Beach in Puerto Rico at sunset is the perfect place for a massage

The enormous sitting room at the Hotel Café Royal in London has a hidden bar and is perfect for parties

OV ERSEAS Bearing the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva, this timepiece is the ideal companion for an extraordinary voyage that reveals a unique perspective on the world. It is the only watch of its kind.

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Royal Villa, Song Saa, Cambodia.

On the cover Felicity is wearing Dior dress, Dior 57th Street, +1 212 931 2950. Graff Diamonds necklace and earrings,

Inspire: Top 100 Suites Whether you want to party the night away or sit back and soak up the best that nature has to offer, check out the latest suite on the block or head to a grand dame – the Elite Traveler Top 100 Suites has the perfect suite for you… Page 62

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Discover 25 Object of desire Three-piece gold and diamond sound system 26 Travel Vacation like a New Yorker – head for The Hamptons and this year's top new destinations 30 Watches Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Vacheron Constantin's Overseas Collection 34 Men’s style The new silhouette, swim trunks and Dior Homme accessories 36 Women’s style Futuristic retro fashion - embrace the 1970s 40 Jewelry Art Deco inspired jewelry and beautiful Paraíba tourmalines 42 Aviation Fly around the world with the Bombardier Global 8000 44 Motoring Ferrari California T Handling Speciale 46 Design Dining pavilion designed by Zaha Hadid 48 Food &Drink Cognac in an Hermès trunk, dining at The May Fair and a Fabergé set

Inspire

Influence 55 Roberta Naas With the Olympics nearly upon us, our jewelry columnist zones in on the best sports watches 56 AshleyW. Simpson The latest collections and closets bursting with candy colors 57 Clive Jackson The CEO of Victor on

62 Top 100 suites 2016

The definitive list of the world's best hotel suites 82 Sri Lanka Lauren Holmes finds a new type of rest and relaxation 88 Italian Lakes A spin around the lakes in a Maserati reveals how architecture, design and luxury are shaking up things in Garda and Como 94 Sir Jackie Stewart Meet the man in the tartan hat and tartan trousers – Sir Jackie is as much a presence now on the Formula One circuit as in his heyday 98 Investing in Formula One Fast cars, exotic locations and celebrities – what is it like to invest in one

the role technology can play in bespoke, luxury travel

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of the world's most exhilarating sports?

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Explore 106 Total guide: Singapore Where to stay, eat and play; the ultimate guide to the island city state 114 Itinerary: Norway Fjords and forests, fine dining and a trip to the North Pole – Norway really has it all 122 Life through a lens: Havana A photographic guide to Cuba's colorful capital 126 Top 10 Villas in the World Stargaze in Mexico or dive into the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean - here are the 10 best villas in the world

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World of FineWine awards A good wine list can complete a restaurant, but what makes a wine list good? This year The World of Fine Wine has awarded 322 establishments three stars, with the winner of World’s Best Wine List named as Macau's Robuchon au Dome (pictured above).

Jodhpur The Umaid Bhawan Palace in Rajasthan

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Kata Rocks - the world's first superyacht hotel If a life of leisure onboard a top-end superyacht has always appealed, but you're worried about your sea legs, Kata Rocks has the answer with the first hotel experience designed to replicate the yachting experience. First Fendi Chateau Residences set to open inMiami As well as boasting a prime Miami waterfront location in Surfside, just steps from Bal Harbour, and interiors from Fendi Casa, these super luxurious residences offer an extraordinary array of facilities and on-site services.

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Singapore GAYATRI BHAUMIK Writer

Pastels ASHLEYW. SIMPSON Writer Ashley W. Simpson is a Brooklyn-based arts and fashion writer. She regularly contributes to a variety of publications, including WMagazine , V Magazine , AnOther , ELLE , Fashionista and Vogue.com . As well as writing about fashion, Ashley is also the music editor at The Last Magazine . p56

Sir Jackie Stewart ALEXWALLACE Photographer Originally a graphic designer, a life-time love of photography resulted in a career change for Alex. The London-based photographer now specializes in portraiture. On photographing Sir Jackie, Alex said… "He showed us how to perform in front of my camera to create strong portraits. The most welcoming and friendly man; a good laugh and a real gent." p94

Havana JON ARNOLD Photographer

Norway MONA BRISTØL Writer

Gayatri took her first flight when she was just 10 days old and hasn't looked back since. After working in Bangkok and Melbourne, she's now based in Hong Kong. She has worked at Jetsetter and Elite Traveler Asia , and is the travel columnist for Liv Magazine as well as contributing to many publications including The Loop and Buro 24/7 Singapore . p106

Jon's interest in photography began when he bought an Olympus OM-1 camera and some Fuji transparency film when he was 15 years old. Then after studying architecture in Brighton, he set off to travel the world and was signed up by the Telegraph Colour Library in London. Jon later set up his own agency and he still travels the world taking pictures. p122

After many years as a news reporter at Norway's VG and E24 , Mona Bristøl now works as a freelancer for different Norwegian and international publications. Fluent in Spanish, Mona is always on the look out for the next José Ignacio, but in the meantime she still enjoys an ice-cold caña somewhere on the west coast of Mallorca. p114

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Wa l do r f As t o r i a and Go l f Di ges t a re cu ra t i ng a once - i n - a - l i f e t ime expe r i ence—a go l f weekend you w i l l neve r f o rge t . P l ay 18 ho l es on one o f Go l f Di ges t ’s 1 00 Grea t es t Go l f Cou r ses - Ca r nous t i e , S t reamsong Red and two o f t he mos t exc l us i ve c l ubs so p r i va t e we can’ t even l i s t t hem! THE WALDORF ASTOR IA GOLF EXPER I ENCE

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Spend day t h ree o f you r Wa l do r f As t o r i a go l f expe r i ence re f l ec t i ng on a l l t he wonde r f u l memo r i es you made ou t on t he cou rse . Wi t h ou r comp l imen t a r y l a t e check ou t , you can se t t he pace and be on you r own t ime . Trea t you rse l f t o a we l l - ea r ned ma ss age a t t he spa , make t he mos t ou t o f t he s t a t e -o f- t he - a r t f i t ness cen t e r, o r even sneak i n ano t he r round o f go l f. I t ’s go i ng t o be you r s t o r y, end i t howeve r you ’ d l i ke .

Upon your arrival at the Waldor f As toria , you will be greeted by your own personal concierge and escor ted to your suite. Af ter cock tails , head to the pro-shop for a cus tom put ter fit ting by Toulon Design . Then, sample the culinar y excellence of our Waldor f As toria chefs from the comfor t of your beautifully appointed room. It ’s the per fec t s tar t to a weekend filled with world-class golf, incredible cuisine, and unparalleled ser vice.

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Watches Vacheron Constantin commissioned photographs of locations that symbolize the spirit of travel. Above is Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque inMexico Page 30

Object of desire A solid gold sound system for the sweetest aural experience. Women’s style Shiny fabrics and metallic materials – fashion is looking futuristic. Motoring Three luxury superbikes for your two-wheel fix. Design The women dressed by Christian Dior. Jewelry Art Deco shapes and sparkle plus brilliant Paraíba tourmalines. Food&Drink Head to Sotheby’s in New York, London or Hong Kong for a special Louis XIII Grande Champagne Cognac in an Hermès trunk.

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Object of desire

Supersonic solid gold

This three-piece gold sound system from Anodic Supply’s River’sTone is all about the perfect sound. Gold has properties that make it an excellent sound conductor. Or, to use the language of former Sony technical director Michio Sakamoto (who designed this unit): “The gold body achieves the lowest longitudinal elastic modulus/density, resulting in incredible clarity and a transparently pure audio signal.” Got that? When you add in the 40 carats of flawless diamonds on the grills, you start to see why the price tag is this high. Price: $5m, rivers-tone.com

Words: Richard Cree

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Travel

Take to the sky with Wings Air

Helicopters, from the Big Apple to the Hamptons

Find some Sen Head over to Japanese and sushi restaurant

Sen in Sag Harbor for tasty fare

The water's edge Baron's Cove bar area and (top) the heated saltwater pool

LONGING TO ESCAPE

rooms, a heated saltwater pool, fitness center, tennis court and spa. The Baron’s Suite costs from $3,000 per night. For those planning on staying a little longer, luxury realtor Brown Harris Stevens has a wide range of some of the most exclusive rental properties in the Hamptons area. Chow down… Baron’s Cove is hosting a series of lobster bakes through July and August, as well as its famous Berkshire barbecues by executive chef and master barbecuer Matty Boudreau. For those after something a little

Summer in the Hamptons is a must for any self-respecting New Yorker, but even those further afield are lured by its laid-back charms. This group of villages and hamlets around the Long Island towns of Southampton and East Hampton have long been a popular seaside destination for affluent vacationers, and continue to attract the rich and famous. But alongside the elegant boutiques, celebrity sightings and a vibrant social scene, you’ll find low-key seafood shacks and quiet stretches of sand to

roam. The Hamptons season officially kicks off this month, running to September, so here’s our lowdown on where to eat, drink and rest your head in this stylish enclave. Bed down... in Sag Harbor’s Baron’s Cove. Many visitors to the Hamptons will have a residence in the area, so hotels can be tricky to find. This newly renovated waterfront resort dates back to the 1960s, when it attracted a cultural clientele, including Art Garfunkel, Truman Capote and Jackson Pollock. It boasts 67 chic

different, Japanese and sushi restaurant Sen, also in Sag Harbor, is a current favorite with the glitterati. Getting there… Forget navigating the Manhattan traffic in rush hour – the only way to make your escape is by air. Wings Air Helicopters offers flights from Manhattan to East Hampton, from $1,900 one way. baronscove.com, Kareem Taha, general manager, ktaha@caperesorts.com, +1 844 227 6672; bhshamptons.com; senrestaurant.com; +1 866 445 5434, info@wingsairhelicopters.com

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Best Room In Town "I love Hotel 101 in downtown Reykjavik. Owned by the Icelandic designer Ingibjörg S. Pálmadóttir, its clean lines and open-plan design make it perfect for a city escape. The Junior Suites have the best two-way views of the harbor and old town." 101hotel.is TomMarchant, co-founder of award-winning travel company Black Tomato, shares his favorite haunts in the Icelandic capital Little Black Book: Reykjavik

A wilderness retreat was previously code word for somewhere with no home comforts and likely no electricity. Not anymore… TAKE THREE/// MEXICAN BEACH RESORTS

THE ST. REGIS PUNTAMITA Punta Mita

ROSEWOOD MAYAKOBA Playa del Carmen

ONE&ONLY PALMILLA Los Cabos

This 1,500-acre resort on the Pacific coastline prides itself on its bespoke approach. As well as private butlers, personal attendants can arrange snorkeling tours. Enjoy customized treatments in the 10,000 sq ft spa. The three-bedroom Suite Amanecer starts at $5,000 per night. lorenzo.tiberi@stregis.com + 52 329 291 5837, starwoodhotels.com

The 1,600-acre Rosewood Mayakoba sits on a mile-long stretch of Caribbean sand. It boasts a championship golf course and a stunning spa on its own private island. Dine on Italian-Mexican fusion cuisine at Casa Del Lago. Book the Casa Laguna suite, priced from $12,500 per night.

Michelin-star dining sets this Baja Peninsula gem apart. Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten's menu at Seared includes the finest cuts of Kobe Tomahawk and Wagyu A5 beef and local lobsters. Stay in Villa One, a 14,000 sq ft four-room haven with an infinity pool. From$12,500 per night. Marcela Nunez, RM, +52 624 146 7082, Marcela.Nunez@ oneandonlypalmilla.com

Hottest new restaurant "Aalto Bistro in the Nordic House. It serves the freshest, most delicious seafood imaginable." aaltobistro.weebly.com

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With exclusive online access to 19,000 of the most luxurious suites in Las Vegas, Miami, New York, Los Angeles and London, booking site Suiteness secures only the very best for its clients. But what sets the company apart is its philanthropic spirit. Collaborating with world-class hotels, including St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort, Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas and the Viceroy Group, Suiteness donates a percentage of every booking to charities in local communities in all four US cities. First-class accommodation with a feel-good factor? Sign us up. suiteness.com Elite pick Feel-good luxury

Don’t miss "Take a trip to the Silfra rift, in Thingvallavatn Lake where you can dive in crystal-clear waters between the North American and Eurasian continental plates. Also visit Gallerí List, Iceland’s oldest fine art gallery." gallerilist.is

Words: Alix O’Neill. Photos: Getty Images, Trevor Tondro

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Soneva Jani in the Maldives, set to open in October

NEW LUXURY

StuartMcNeill, director of Knightsbridge Circle, recommends the best new luxury destinations opening this year My hot opening is Miavana on Nosy Ankao, a private island off the coast of Madagascar. A luxury 14-villa destination, surrounded by beaches and coral reefs, is due to open in December. Architects Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens – behind Zambia’s Chinzombo – are creating the look. The Ritz Paris reopened in June. Interior architect Thierry W Despont oversaw work that unveiled three restaurants, three bars, plus gardens and terraces with retractable roofs and heating so they can be enjoyed all year round. In July, Wilderness Safari’s Goroke Camp opened in the Okavango Delta, Botswana. Located south of Chitabe, you can explore waterways, islands and savannas. There are nine canvas rooms including a family roomwith plunge pool. Soneva Jani in the Maldives opens in October. Its villas will be built over water and land. Soneva Jani is on Medhufaru Island in Noonu Atoll, 35 minutes by seaplane from Malé International Airport and an hour’s speedboat trip from sister resort, Soneva Fushi. For more information, email Stuart at enquiries@knightsbridgecircle.co.uk or call +44 203 6275 769.

Miavana on Nosy Ankao

ASIAN EXPEDITION IN STYLE Just 16 guests, two Gulfstream private jets and eight Aman resorts scattered across China, Bhutan, India and Sri Lanka – Asia is your oyster . Ultra-luxe Asia travel designer Remote Lands has teamed up

a watchtower on the Great Wall of China – this itinerary can be personalized to suit your individual wishes. $63,888 per person, October 9-26. To book, email Catherine Heald at amanprivatejet@ remotelands.com or

with Aman luxury resorts to create an extraordinary trip that spans eight locations, including Beijing, Lijiang, Thimpu, Paro, Rajasthan, Ranthambhore, Galle and Tangalle. The 18-day itinerary includes visiting private areas of Beijing’s Forbidden City; a Royal Bengal Tiger Safari in Ranthambhore

National Park; yoga in the ancient ruins of Bhangarh in Rajasthan; and hiking to the iconic Tiger’s Nest temple in Bhutan. With private cars and guides, plus lunches and dinners at incredible venues – such as the private residence of the royal family in the City Palace in Jaipur or

Tiger’s Nest (Taktshang Goemba) temple in Bhutan

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Words: Susie Moir

DO WHAT SEEMS IMPOSSIBLE. THEN DO MORE OF IT. In the 10 short years of Embraer Executive Jets, we’ve certified not one, but four clean-sheet designs. We elevated the standards for the light jet category—and then established a new category of mid-size jets altogether. And today, the world’s most delivered business jet is an Embraer. Such progress was only possible due to an amazing history building commercial and military aircraft that achieved similar seemingly impossible accomplishments. Proving you can come a long way in 10 years—when it’s preceded by 40 years of preparation. ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

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Watches

Left The new Overseas collection World Time watch on location at the ancient aqueduct Right Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque, Mexico, built in the 16th century

Around the world This year, Vacheron Constantin pays homage to the traveler with a reinvented Overseas collection that contains perhaps the ultimate timepiece for a 21st century globetrotter, a new world timer

dials; a Lambert projection map of the northern hemisphere and list of cities, a sapphire disc with 24-hour indications to show night time and an outer ring for hours and minutes. And if you want a different image on the dial the Atelier Cabinotiers Special Order department will make your wish come true. To celebrate the Overseas collection, Vacheron Constantin teamed up with American photographer Steve McCurry on the Overseas Tour. McCurry traveled the globe selecting 12 locations that symbolize the spirit of travel and celebrate human achievement. The first six places are found in Mexico, New York, India, China, Japan and Geneva. Pictured is the Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque, Mexico, built in the 16th century. McCurry says: “You fully grasp the visual strength of this aqueduct when you realize that it was built over 500 years ago with absolutely perfect symmetry. I see it as a work with a poetic structure, placed right in the middle of nowhere.” Overseas World Time, $37,000, available in August, concierge.us@vacheron-constantin.com, +1 877 862 7555, vacheronconstantin.com

Vacheron Constantin has been serving the needs of travelers since the late 19th century, so it is no surprise that the new Overseas collection solves many of the problems intrepid travelers face. For its 20th anniversary, Overseas relaunches with 12 new references and three new calibers, and, for the first time, each piece in the collection is certified with the prestigious Poinçon de Genève. The collection includes simple displays, chronographs, an ultra-thin perpetual calendar and a world timer. The bracelet can be switched for either a rubber or alligator leather strap – both are included and can be changed at the push of a button. The self-winding timepieces are water resistant to a minimum of 150 feet and have a transparent caseback to showcase a 22K gold oscillating weight with a wind rose motif. New to the Overseas collection is the World Time. Available in stainless steel with a blue, silver-toned or brown dial, the 43.5mm case is water resistant to nearly 500 feet and has a 40-hour power reserve. It displays 37 time zones, including those 30 or 15minutes from UTC. The display contains three superimposed

Words Kristen Shirley. Photos: Steve McCurry/Vacheron Constantin

b r i l l i a n t f l y i n g t o u r b i l l o n a r l e q u i n o 18K Rose Gold Invisibly set with 394 Baguette Multi-Coloured Sapphires and White Diamonds. Unique Piece

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Andersen Genève Tempus Terrae, $48,600, andersen-geneve.ch

BRAND PROFILE ROMAIN GAUTHIER

Romain Gauthier won the prize for Best Men’s Complications Watch at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève in 2013 for his multi-patented Logical One. Every movement is conceived, developed, designed, produced, assembled and regulated in-house at the manufacture . Steven Rogers, s.rogers@romaingauthier.com, romaingauthier.com 1. Logical One Secret Kakau Höfke In collaboration with Brazilian artist Kakau Höfke, the secret watch’s micro-marquetry cover uses 352 miniature jade and agate tiles to depict a contemporary vision of Rio de Janeiro and Christ the Redeemer. $235,000, unique piece 2. Prestige HMS Ten For his 10th anniversary, Gauthier updates his Prestige HMS with an emphasis on legibility. The dial is composed of circles and arcs; the case is a clean, unbroken circle as the crown has been placed flat on the caseback. Limited to three 10-piece editions in white gold, red gold and titanium. $60,000, red gold One an “enraged” makeover. The black enamel dial is hand-frosted to matte grey, the logo uses gothic letters and the titanium case has an ADLC finish that has been sandblasted. Limited to three five-piece editions – black with dark, red or orange accents. $120,000 3. Logical One Enraged Gauthier gives the elegant Logical

IN THE ZONE In the early 1930s, Swiss watchmaker Louis Cottier created a mechanism that displayed all 24 time zones on a watch dial. His invention has been used to beautiful, and useful, effect by watchmakers ever since

Svend Andersen, a former employee of Patek Philippe, is renowned for his World Time watches and the pièces uniques that he develops for collectors. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of his first World Time watch, Andersen Genève created a limited edition timepiece, the Tempus Terrae. In the middle of the city ring is a handcrafted guilloché dial in Andersen’s exclusive 21K blue gold, a color he achieves by adding iron and heating the metals. There are 25 pieces each in white, yellow and red gold; each can be customized. Patek Philippe, David Chen, +1 310 273 4741, Gearys Beverly Hills Andersen Genève, Pierre-Alexandre Aeschlimann, office@andersen-geneve.ch

Patek Philippe is widely credited with taking Cottier’s invention and creating the first World Time wristwatch. This year Patek Philippe’s Ref. 5930 combines world time and chronograph functions for the first time since 1940. This combination is difficult to achieve; just fitting all of the information on the dial is a challenge; measuring up to the codes of the Patek Philippe Seal is another. The 18K white gold Ref. 5930 features updated cities for the 24 time zones, a 30-minute flyback chronograph and elegant winglet-style strap lugs. The chronograph hand can double as a running seconds hand without affecting the power reserve as it is powered by a vertical clutch.

Patek Philippe Ref. 5930 $73,700, patekphilippe.com

CABIN ALTITUDE: 3,845 FT* • PASSENGERS: UP TO 19 • SIGNATURE OVAL WINDOWS: 14

ARRIVE in STYLE

Style is personal. That’s why the Gulfstream G550™ offers a variety of seating and sleeping options that accommodates up to four living areas and still has room for the largest, fully accessible baggage area in its class. Every aspect of the exquisite interior is designed to maximize the comfort of ultralong-range travel, so you can arrive feeling like you just left home.

SCOTT NEAL | +1 912 965 6023 | scott.neal@gulfstream.com | GULFSTREAMG550.COM

*At the typical initial cruise altitude of 41,000 ft

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Men's style

Bottega Veneta jacket, $2,700, pants, $790, Bottega Veneta +1 800 845 6790

Giorgio Armani

Ermenegildo Zegna Couture jacket, $3,895, trousers, $1,100, Lloyd Balbier, +1 310 247 8827, Ermenegildo Zegna Beverly Hills

jacket, $3,895 trousers, $995, +1 212 988 9191, Giorgio Armani Madison Avenue

INSOUCIANT SUITS Take the flare pant from the 1970s, oversized suiting from the 1980s, add a touch of androgyny and you'll find today’s relaxed silhouette. As office dress codes continue to loosen up, the relaxed trouser finds a place in a man’s weekday wardrobe. One of the originators of the 1980s power suit, Giorgio Armani, presented modern loose tailoring in shades of classic blues. For his final collection at Ermenegildo Zegna Couture, Stefano Pilati introduced

elements of women’s couture; jacquards, beading and embroidery. The collection, though, was thoroughly masculine and luxurious. In the pictured look, fabrics generally reserved for formalwear are embraced for day. Separates in rich materials, worn with a sweater or a tee shirt, are meant for today’s dandies. At Bottega Veneta, Tomas Maier included long, loose trousers with nearly every look. Worn with oversized coats in deep colors, there’s something for every man.

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Photo ready! While these sunglasses won’t turn you into a world-renowned photographer, the collaboration between Mario Testino and L.G.R will at least let you look the part. The limited-edition sunglasses have polarized and anti-reflective lenses and are handmade in Italy. $430, lgrworld.com

TAKE THREE/// SWIM TRUNKS

Easy Accessorizing

Printed trunks liven up a vacation wardrobe, and after the beach, throw on a white shirt and go…

Creative director Kris Van Assche’s vision for Dior Homme is thoroughly modern, mixing impeccable tailoring with punk accents. His shows and models – this season the varied quartet of rapper A$AP Rocky, filmmaker and photographer Larry Clark, actor Rod Paradot and model Dylan Roques – play with this dichotomy of classic French style and subversive culture. While the runway clothing might be too out there for some buttoned-up gentlemen, the textured bags and luxe sneakers are travel-ready and an easy way to pull together any outfit. The white perforated calfskin sneakers can be worn with the loose tailoring opposite, or with shorts for a relaxed summer look. The tennis striped canvas backpack and briefcase pull double duty on the office commute as well as traveling the world.

VILEBREQUIN A cheerful shark print covers these instantly identifiable Vilebrequin swim shorts. Pick up a pair for your mini-me for the classic father/son look the French company is known for. $250, vilebrequin.com

Sneakers, $700, backpack, $1,180, briefcase, $2,350, +1 212 931 2951, Available at Dior Homme New York

LORO PIANA Chic Italian label Loro Piana brings its Italian aesthetics to swimwear. The abstract yacht print brings a grown-up

look to these trunks. $485, mrporter.com

FRESCOBOL CARIOCA Embrace the spirit of the Rio Olympic Games this summer with Brazilian brand Frescobol Carioca’s vibrantly printed swim shorts. Available in two lengths – the shortest perhaps best suited for vacations to Ipanema. $220, frescobolcarioca.com

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Women’s style

FUTURISTIC RETRO It’s official, the retro trend is here to stay. It’s time to embrace the 1970s, granny-stylings and a little librarian sass with a pleated skirt. Follow the lead of these designers by picking a metallic fabric and adding an unexpected styling element to keep you firmly in the 21st century. The man who started it all and reinvigorated Gucci upon his appointment, creative director Alessandro Michele shows no signs of slowing down. Now a full year in the position, his signatures are seen reverberating through the industry. Here, he pairs a long gown with a another of pre-fall’s biggest trends, the bomber jacket. British designer Christopher Kane loves a shiny fabric and loves a pleated skirt. Combining the two and adding metallic dot details gives the look a futuristic feel. The studded boots and bag toughen up the look for day. Known for its colorful zigzag prints, Missoni took a step back on several looks for pre-fall, relegating the colors to stripes on the tops and accessories. This accordion-pleat skirt hits right above the knee, bucking the current midi-length trend. Max Mara creative director Ian Griffiths looks to a new generation with his edgy, New York-inspired pre-fall collection. Netted tops, fishnet tights and leather garments featured heavily. But, as this is Max Mara, the leather is soft, and luxurious cashmere coats cover netted tops. A gold netted top and ankle-skimming gold pleated skirt give a chic punk vibe.

Christopher Kane top, $1,095, skirt, $1,095, christopherkane. com

Missoni top, $845, skirt, $845, Denise Baca, +1 212 517 9339, Missoni USA, missoni.com

Max Mara top, $450, skirt, $895, +1 212 879 6100, Max Mara New York, maxmara.com

Gucci gown, $5,700, jacket, $3,500, gucci.com

Words: Kristen Shirley

SPECIAL PROMOTION

Elizabeth Gage rings (from left to right): Pink Tourmaline Charlemagne Ring; The Tourmaline Royal Ring and The Kiss Ring

“History and its characters have always influenced my work,” says Elizabeth Gage. “I have never seen such an extraordinary jewel as the one that belonged to Emperor Charlemagne. The jewel is fascinating and has a magical feeling, it is incredibly simple, which, to me, is how jewelry should be.” “My contemporary Charlemagne rings are a tribute to the rare beauty of the original jewel. There is no end to the variation of design I can create around a central stone and it remains a simple concept with a splendor that never fails to draw attention, whether it is pavéd with diamonds or enameled in a glorious color.” Elizabeth Gage Rings “The Charlemagne ring is one of the most important rings I make and continues to be one of my favorites”

GREY TOURMALINE SOFIA RING

PINK TOURMALINE CHARLEMAGNE RING

PEARL CHARLEMAGNE RING

A gorgeous grey tourmaline set on top of an undulating gallery of fiery red rubies; the Sofia ring expresses Elizabeth’s love of history and embellishment. The ring is set in 18K yellow gold. • Oval faceted grey tourmaline, 14.05carats • 12 rubies, 3.73carats in total • 18K yellow gold • The ring measures approximately ¾in at its widest point

A stunning 18K yellow and white gold ring featuring a beautiful cushion-shaped faceted pink tourmaline. The gallery of the ring is decorated with four round brilliant cut diamonds set in square plinths alternated with clusters of four diamonds and beads. • Cushion-shaped faceted pink tourmaline, 15.80carats • 20 round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.55carats in total • 18K yellow and white gold

A stylish, baroque, silver-grey keshi pearl ring. The gallery of the ring is decorated with diamonds set in square settings that are alternated with gold bead detail. • Natural silver-grey keshi pearl • Five round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.75carats in total • Gold bead detail • 18K yellow gold • Approximately ¾in at its widest point

Address: 5 West Halkin Street, London SW1X 8JA Tel: +44 20 7823 0100 Website: elizabeth-gage.com

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We love… To celebrate the house’s 132 years, Bulgari brings us the Bejeweled Limited Edition bag – only 132 will be made. The python bags are printed with an abstract interpretation of Bulgari’s Seven Wonders necklace. $6,500, Anita Paredes, +1 800 285 4274, bulgari.com

Jacket, $2,745, bralette, $745, shorts, $1,095, earrings, $1,145, bag, $6,645, sandals, $1,745

Shades of Summer

La Prairie’s first sunscreen. With more than 90% of the visible signs of aging attributed to UV rays, it’s no surprise that “wear sunscreen every day” is a mantra repeated by dermatologists around the world. The usual excuses for not using it – it’s sticky, smelly and doesn’t sit well under makeup – no longer apply thanks to La Prairie’s first ever high-SPF sunscreen. The Cellular Swiss Protection Veil SPF 50 blocks both UVA and UVB rays, has a luxurious texture that is absorbed quickly and leaves skin primed for the application of makeup. Its Smart White Crystal formula brightens skin and fights dullness, as well as inhibiting melanin production. This colorless formula is perfect for men, so buy one for yours and stash it in his bag. Cellular Swiss UV Protection Veil SPF 50, $185 for 50ml, laprairie.com

TOTALLY TROPICAL Take the jungle with you wherever you go.

For pre-fall, Dolce & Gabbana embrace the tropics with a banana leaf print – made famous by the iconic Martinique wallpaper at the Beverly Hills Hotel, designed by Don Loper in 1942. Dolce & Gabbana’s fresh take on the print can be seen throughout the collection, but for a playful summer look we love the bralette paired with high-waisted shorts. A matching jacket can be thrown on for cool summer nights. Complete the look with a structured rattan bag, cute fluffy pompom sandals and, for a cheeky finishing touch, banana earrings. +1 877 703 4872, dolceandgabbana.com

Words: Kristen Shirley

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Jewelry

Carelle 18K yellow gold earrings with 10.75 carats of green tourmaline and 0.30 carats of white diamonds $22,750, Tomer Regev, +1 212 997 0484, Carelle, New York

THE ART OF DECORATION Clean lines and geometric shapes create instantly

recognizable Art Deco-inspired pieces. Gabrielle Chanel was a member of the original globe-trotting glitterati, and Chanel’s Café Society jewelry collection celebrates this legacy. The Charleston collection recalls the flappers of the Roaring Twenties, with graphic squares and jeweled fringing. New York-based Carelle designs and manufactures each piece in its New York studio, including earrings that marry colored gems to graphic shapes. H.Stern, Jacob & Co and Bulgari have beautiful pieces with abstract geometric patterns. In Bulgari’s high jewelry collection the black nephrite-jade and diamonds form a

Chanel 18K white gold Charleston necklace with white diamonds and carved onyx Price On Request, Cathy Santos, + 1 212 535 5828, Chanel Fine Jewelry, New York

captivating design. A vintage tiara inspired H.Stern’s Star Deco collection. Jacob & Co’s Jezebel collection uses florals and geometric shapes.

Bulgari 18K white gold Diva’s Dream High Jewelry Bracelet with black nephrite-jade inserts and 34.44 carats of white diamonds Price On Request, Anita Paredes, +1 800 285 4274, Bulgari

H.Stern 18K Noble Gold Stars Deco cuff with 19.13 carats of white

Jacob & Co Jezebel Palladium ring with tsavorites and 2.12 carat of diamonds, $16,700, Philip Nassim, +1 212 719 0408, Jacob & Co, New York

diamonds $112,800,

Aercio Barretto, +1 212 655 3910,

H. Stern, New York

Nikos Koulis 18K white gold and grey enamel Oui Necklace with 3.52 carats of Brazilian Paraíba, 10.52 carats white diamonds $168,820, +30 210 723 3783, Zoe Kompitsi, athens@ nikoskoulis.gr

Vianna Brasil 18K white gold Paraíba Wishes Necklace with 13.15 carat Brazilian Paraíba and 13.60 carat white diamonds $195,000, Luciana Vianna, +1 561 826 7174,

JB Star platinum earrings with 7.47 carats of Brazilian Paraíba, 2.14 carats of white diamonds $329,990, +1 800 223 2277, JB Star

Vianna Brasil Boca Raton, Florida

Into the beautiful blue

Discovered in Brazil in the 1980s, Paraíba tourmalines command six-figure prices per carat thanks to their rarity and unique coloring. Greek designer Nikos Koulis makes a pear-shaped Paraíba the focal point of an enamel and diamond necklace. The enamel makes the necklace more playful, versatile and – dare we say it – appropriate for daywear. Sutra designer Arpita Navlakha sets 35 carats of pear-shaped African Paraíbas in chandelier earrings for a perfect red-carpet piece. Brazilian jewelry house Vianna Brasil has been celebrating its country’s people, heritage and culture in its jewelry designs for four generations. The pieces use tourmalines of all colors and this necklace from the Paraíba Wishes collection showcases the intense color of the famous swimming-pool-blue stone. JB

Star makes each of its pieces by hand in its New York studio and focuses on creating statement pieces using significant gems. Misahara’s Crying Eyes ring is sure to turn heads.

Sutra Jewels 18K white gold Oceanic Paraíba Pear-Shaped Chandelier Drop earrings with 35 carats of African Paraíba $300,000, Sara Faherty, Precious Jewels Salon, Neiman Marcus +1 214 891 1250

Misahara 18K oxidized white gold Crying Eyes ring with 6.39 carats of Paraíba, 1.5 carats of blue sapphires, 1.33 carats of white diamonds $80,000, rendezvous@ misahara.com

Coomi 18K white gold Trinity ring with 6.49 carats of African Paraíba, 4.18 carats of white diamonds $120,000, Michelle Kho, +1 866 867 7272, Coomi

Words: Kristen Shirley

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Aviation

Travel to Seventy Islands (below) in style onboard superyacht Saluzi

Jet of the moment BOMBARDIER GLOBAL 8000

What’s so special? Sydney to Los Angeles, Hong Kong to New York, New York to Mumbai – you will be able to fly the world, non-stop. Add in more cabin space and you can see why there is such a buzz about the latest addition to Bombardier’s Global family. Its GE Passport engines feature more power and performance – a top speed of Mach 0.85 – yet produce less emissions due to more fuel efficiency. Designed to fly farther than any existing business jet – the Global 8000 is scheduled for delivery next year. From $65m, bombardier.com

The turquoise waters of Palau

Grand tours

Cruise Range 7,900nm Max speed 560mph Length 102.4 ft Passengers 13 people

Get set for expeditions that will take your breath away and head to far-flung destinations accompanied by the Abercrombie & Kent founder and 18 guests. The inaugural journey of Inspiring Expeditions by Geoffrey Kent is to the remote islands of Palau, the world’s foremost destination for ocean exploration. Fly by private jet to Hong Kong, then board the superyacht Saluzi for a week-long adventure through an untouched tropical paradise. Along with the Oceanographic Institute and local expert guides, visit iconic, historic sites such as Seventy Islands, which have been off-limits to outsiders for nearly 60 years, Jellyfish Lake and the Big Drop Off. From $145,000 per person Liz Huffman, +1 800 554 7094, ehuffman@abercrombiekent.com abercrombiekent.com

We love… Embraer Kyoto Airship For any buyer purchasing the Lineage 1000, Brazilian jet manufacturer Embraer has created a revolutionary interior design concept. Called the Kyoto Airship, the Japanese-inspired design sees lower window ledges plus large vertical windows and skylights so passengers can be bathed in natural light while also

enjoying incredible views. From $74m, embraer.com

Words: Susie Moir Photos: Getty Images