Madrid-born creative Marta de la Rica learned to love antiques at her father’s knee, and following a childhood spent browsing brocantes, she launched her own design studio, curating exquisite interiors. Here she shares the collectibles catching her eye…

Marta’s Interior Magic

Love stories often unfold at a favourite restaurant, and whether it’s a tiny local eatery or a Michelin-starred sensation, these venues become a romantic home from home. So we asked a few stylish couples where they’ll be canoodling on Valentine’s night…


Date-Night Destinations

Who among us doesn’t crave mental clarity, boundless energy and glowing good health? Such wellbeing needn’t be wishful thinking, as Serena found when she visited the transformative Swiss spa Chenot Palace Weggis, unlocking the secrets to lasting self-care…

Serena’s Swiss Sanctuary

The best gift is one that speaks to the recipient, and nothing does that as beautifully as a great book on a beloved subject. From novels to cookbooks and coffee-table tomes, there’s a tale for everyone and a manual to keep each hobbyist happy. Read on!

The Good Book

Meet Alfie Nickerson, the impossibly handsome biodynamic farmer behind the incredibly lovely Burnt Fen Flowers. Gorgeous organic blooms are the gift that keeps on giving, and since it’s gifting season, we asked Alfie to treat us to his Xmas inspo…


Wild At Heart

If we had to pick the perfect party date, chances are we’d choose Alice Lascelles. An award-winning drinks writer and cocktail connoisseur, she’s our go-to expert in top-tier tipples (both boozy and alcohol-free) and she’s even mixed us a Martini. Cheers!

The Cocktail Curator

Batteries running a little flat as the year ends? For sheer escapism – with a side order of selfcare – we prescribe a visit to Heckfield Place. Discover a taste of high style that’s firmly grounded in nature: it’s the perfect route to a blissful reboot. 

A Piece Of Hampshire Heaven

No one conjures Christmas quite as beautifully as florist Willow Crossley. From wild wreaths to evergreen garlands and richly scented bouquets, her seasonal creations inspire an army of foliage fans to follow suit. So grab your shears and start snipping…

Willow’s Festive Florals

Fashion designer and stylish Londoner Bella Freud more than lives up to her famous family name. The daughter of artist Lucian and great-granddaughter of psychoanalyst Sigmund, she’s renowned for her creative cool and her witty knits. Here Bella shares her “one thing ” wishlist.

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