The oldest tailoring house in London, Ede & Ravenscroft has carved out a reputation as the leading specialist for academic robes, legal and clerical attire, livery wear and peerage robes. Founded over 300 years ago in 1689, the firm has been the go-to supplier for the judiciary, Oxbridge universities and the Crown since, with Royal Warrants awarded. The house maintains two branches, the primary location being on Chancery Lane and the secondary is in the West End’s Burlington Gardens, giving the firm the rightful claim of being a traditional Savile Row tailor to boot. Indeed, customers, many of whom share generational legacies with Ede’s, may commission any manner of tailored piece from the team of master tailors and cutters.
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MAX MARA
Few items of apparel are as iconic as Max Mara’s camel coat, a cashmere wrap coat that is, arguably, one of the most in-demand pieces of womenswear ever produced. It has been the mainstay of the Max Mara house, founded in 1951 as a Ready-to-Wear high fashion designer. Initially focussed on the Italian marker, the Reggio Emilia outfitters offer a full range of fashions, accessories, fragrances and jewellery to an international customer base. The label has also ventured into couture and has an acclaimed bridalwear range.
ZENITH
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.
ARMORIAL
A legendary stationers based in Paris, Armorial was founded in 1890. The maison has been a go-to for Parisian society ever since. Armorial’s range includes luxury stationery, which can be customised to a client’s exact needs. The firm also produces a range of luxurious leather goods and accessories.
PADERNO
For the serious chef or home cook, Paderno is a brand that requires no introduction. The Milanese company was founded in 1925 with a mission to manufacture high-end aluminium, steel and copper kitchenware to withstand the needs of a serious kitchen. Paderno’s copperware is particularly sought after with collectors and culinary artists alike.
ZILLI: A LEATHER JACKET EMPIRE IS BORN
The Zilli story begins in 1965 with the foundation of the iconic brand which, today, is synonymous with luxurious apparel and stylish, tailored pieces, especially leather apparel. It was then that a collaboration would begin which would shape the direction of the Maison Zilli line – a collaboration between a French entrepreneur and an established Italian tailor with a reputation for sleek and elegant designs for discerning customers.
AGGIE GREY’S HOTEL: THE GRAND DAME OF THE PACIFIC
The “Grand Old Lady” of Samoa, Aggie Grey’s is an iconic resort hotel that dates back to 1933. The hotel has a storied history and owes its foundation and reputation to the illustrious Aggie Grey – a famous Samoan socialite and business tycoon. The hotel has long been a haunt of visiting celebrities and is a preferred honeymoon destination for the well-heeled. The hotel has been an important part of the Sheraton chain since the operator took over management in 2013 and rebranded as the Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Hotel & Bungalows in 2016.
AGRESTI: THE FIRST CHOICE IN SECURE, LUXURY CABINETRY AND STORAGE
Agresti is an acclaimed Florentine manufactory producing beautiful, hand-crafted secure storage units, such as safes, armories and watch-winder vaults. The house uses only the finest quality materials in their production, ensuring an elegant, luxurious finish befitting the valuables secured within.
LUIGI BORRELLI: FROM MASTER SHIRTMAKER TO LUXURY OUTFITTERS
Luigi Borrelli is a highly reputable menswear store, founded in Naples in 1957. The store was established by renowned Neapolitan shirtmaker, Luigi Borrelli, who sought to continue his family’s trade, having been taught his craft by his mother. His eponymous sartorial outpost became known as a haven for luxurious, handmade and beautifully tailored pieces. Borrelli today has stores across Italy and has recently expanded overseas with its first international branch in Tokyo.
CASA MIRA: A TRADITION IN TREATS
Since 1842, Casa Mira has been one of Spain’s foremost producers of Turron nougat and various other delicacies. Whilst the brand operates from a single Madrid store, wherein patrons may purchase a variety of freshly-baked pastries and confections, Casa Mira also has an established online presence shipping their sweets to a global customer base.
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