A true pioneer in the world of watchmaking, Georges Favre-Jacot and the Zenith brand he founded in 1885 was the first of the great marques to produce beautiful of timepieces with movements designed in-house and under his own watchful eye. A perfectionist by nature, Favre-Jacot believed that the greatest wristwatches could only be made if every part of the design process was controlled, thus guaranteeing their quality. It would prove to be the making of one of the world’s greatest and most exclusive horology brands.
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PERSOL: ICONIC SUNGLASSES AND THE EPITOME OF ITALIAN STYLE
Epitomising Italian cool, Persol is a heritage luxury eyewear brand that has been a go to for the great and glamorous for over a hundred years. They offer a broad range of sunglasses and other optics, including many iconic silhouettes. The brand was founded in Turin, a city synonymous with high design and luxury fashion and Persol is no exception, with a reputation for quality craftsmanship and elegant style. Today, the brand is part of the luxury eyewear behemoth, Luxottica, alongside stablemates including Costa, Oakley Oliver Peoples and Ray-Ban.
LE PARAPLUIE DE CHERBOURG: THE ANCIENT CRAFT OF UMBRELLA MAKING, IMMORTALISED IN FILM
Le Parapluie de Cherbourg (The Cherbourg Umbrella) is a French umbrella manufacturer that was founded in 1986 by Jean-Pierre Yvon. The company is known for its high-quality, handcrafted umbrellas. Descended from a long-line of umbrella craftsmen who helped shape Cherbourg as a global centre for that particular trade, he named his business for the famous movie from the 1960s: ‘The Umbrellas of Cherbourg’.
RHANDERS: DENMARK’S FINEST GLOVES
Rhanders is a Danish glovemaking company that was founded in 1811 but with a history that dates back much, much further. It is one of the oldest glovemakers in the world, and is known for its high-quality, handcrafted gloves, even being appointed as purveyors to the Crown of Denmark.
GRASSY: MADRID’S LUXURY BESPOKE JEWELLERS AND TIMEPIECE CURATORS
Joyería Grassy is a Spanish luxury jewelry brand known for its timeless designs and use of high-quality materials. The brand was founded in 1914 by Manuel Grassy, a master jeweler who was inspired by the natural beauty of Spain. The House’s iconic building in Madrid is home to their in-house Rolex store which is one of the world’s most reputable official dealerships.
CONNOLLY: AN ICONIC MAKER OF LEATHER GOODS
Connolly is a British luxury leather brand founded in 1878. The brand is known for its high-quality leather goods, which are used in a variety of industries, including automotive, aviation, marine, furniture and the House’s very own line of fashion and accessories. Connolly leather is sourced from the finest hides from around the world and is tanned and finished using traditional methods. The brand’s leather is known for its durability, softness, and beauty.
ANDERSON’S: HANDMADE LUXURY LEATHER BELTS FROM ITALY
Anderson’s is a luxury brand of belts that are handmade in Parma, Italy. The company was founded in 1966 by Carlo Valenti, who chose the name “Anderson’s” because of his appreciation of traditional British style. Their belts are renowned internationally for their high quality craftsmanship.
CORGI: THE LUXURY SOCKS BRAND
Corgi is a Welsh company that has been producing luxury socks and knitwear since 1892. The company is known for its high-quality products and its commitment to traditional manufacturing methods. Corgi is also a Royal Warrant holder, meaning that its products are supplied to the British Royal Family.
TUSTING: A LEGACY IN LUXURY LEATHER GOODS
Tusting is a British luxury leather goods brand founded in 1875 in Lavendon, Buckinghamshire, England. The company is known for its high-quality craftsmanship and its use of the finest materials. Tusting produces a wide range of leather goods, including handbags, briefcases, luggage, and accessories.
GIRARD-PERREGAUX: A TIMELESS TRADITION IN TIMEKEEPING
Girard-Perregaux is a Swiss luxury watchmaker founded in 1791 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. It is one of the oldest Swiss watchmaking companies still in operation today. The company is best known for its Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges, which was awarded a gold medal at the 1889 International Exposition in Paris. Other notable models from the company include the collection 1966, Vintage 1945, and models such as Tri-Axial Tourbillon and Laureato.
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