A Romantic walk through the streets of Chicago I have spent over 25 years working with film and television so imagery is something that plays a large part in my life. There is no country in the world where visual mediums have done more for to promote than in the US. In many ways if you are a lover of films and contemporary culture, you might feel you know many parts of the US, even without setting foot on American soil. I recently visited Chicago for the third time and wanted to spend a day gently meandering the streets, getting…
Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea at The Playboy Club London “Last Christmas I gave you my heart” …..well George and Andrew may have sung that but we need to think about Snow Bunnies and Valentine’s Princesses……. Sadly the Playboy Club in London is nolonger however we wanted to share some of the wonderful decagence of an era where frivolity was applauded and where it was OK to allow polite sexuality. I wonder if all this sugary love sends men off to the pub quicker than you can say Jack Frost. Well for all of these guys think about the following…. The Playboy…
Admiral Codrington, a luxurious Chelsea Gastropub Day 17 of Gentlemans Butler 21 days of luxury presents features a wonderful gastro pub in Chelsea, a perfect venue to have a long lunch with some friends. The Christmas holidays give the chance to catch up with old friends. Recently Gentlemans Butler took the opportunity to have a Christmas lunch, which I did with an old friend of mine from school. We both live in south west London so met at Peter Jones and then a quick walk up Draycott Avenue arrived at The Admiral Codrington which is tucked away along a quiet…
Joe Stilgoe at Ronnie Scott’s legendary jazz club Day 12 of Gentlemans Butler 21 days of luxury presents features some famous late night entertainment at Ronnie Scott’s, which must be one of London’s best known music venues. As someone for whom music, performance and Soho are inextricably linked we felt that it was about time to feature the world famous Ronnie Scott’s on the pages of Gentlemans Butler. I started my media career working at 13-14 Bateman Street, just a stone’s throw from Ronnie’s and in many ways they probably are now one of the grandfathers of creativity in the…
Pickett, quintessential english gentility, Mayfair, London Luxury presents, a shop, a feeling, a person and much more. Are you saying you have found a new country Michael? Well not exactly but it’s certainly is a new world!! Apart from bringing you the best Gentlemans Butler does feel strongly that life deserves experiences and completely supports creative soles. Earlier on this year Trevor Pickett, the man behind Pickett had the wonderful fortune of meeting Michael Grenville! Or maybe it should really read Michael Grenville was captivated by Trevor’s repartee….. As many of us know London espouses a wonderful cultural dynasty and…
Angela Flanders – Lavender Bath Essence & Luxury ladies fragrance www.angelaflanders-perfumer.com A beautiful bottle of bath essence and a luxury candle. Something for your ladies boudoir or bathroom, all to aid a luxurious sleep. Moroccan Rose candle and Lavender & Chamomile Bath Silk. These two products work in harmony together – not only are they both calming and restorative, but the Moroccan Rose has a sensuality that adds a hint of indulgence to the bed-time routine! They also smell great when used together – the Moroccan Rose is deep and dusky, whereas the Lavender/Chamomile is cool and light. They offset…
Wolford Luxury Hosiery, Stockings and Socks Day 6 of Gentlemans Butler 21 days of luxury presents features something that will make you feel warm and I dare say a little bit sexy. Funnily enough Day 5 and Day 6 are present sisters or maybe cousins as their brands are both from the same region. Today is the first day we are thinking of ladies, but only just……mean are we not!!! So today are his and hers gifts which if sat at the end of your bed would I am sure be very welcome. The luxury hosiery and fashion brand is…
Hanro of Switzerland Gentleman’s Luxury Pyjamas Luxury pyjamas that will make you feel warm and super soft and I dare say a little bit sexy. As part of our core remit to work with iconic brands to bring you timeless elegance we started working with Hanro of Switzerland earlier this year. Interestingly they are based in Mader in Vorarlberg in Austria, a region known for its textiles and an area we visited in the summer centring our interest around the historic town of Bregenz on Lake Constance. Read our 2 features Bregenz, Austria: A love affair with Constance Bregenz, Austria…