The Real James Bond Car, The Old Admiralty Building, Ian Fleming’s old office… GENTLEMANS BUTLER WAS PRIVILEGED TO ATTEND…. …….A 1954 Aston Martin DB 2/4, which is understood to have been the inspiration for James Bond’s Aston Martin, was unveiled by international auctioneers Coys at the Old Admiralty Building, where Ian Fleming had his office….. MISSION ACCOMPLISHED ………….. ……MY NAME IS ….The car, which was auctioned at Coys’ traditional Blenheim Palace sale was believed to have been the inspiration for the Aston Martin featured in the original novel Goldfinger. THE MODEL…..NO NOT THAT KIND BOND, PAY ATTENTION !! This model…
London’s Arts Launches
The arts launches we cover often relate to beauty, fashion, style and travel. From galleries and films to books and museums. Such as The Glamour of Italian Fashion at The V & A or The First Georgians at the Queen’s Gallery.
THE ART IN WHISKY …the ultimate luxury whisky coffee table book In many ways I have reached the age where I want to have a life driven by travel, people, passions and emotions and if a drink was going to take you on a journey I would say whisky would be that. The Art in Whisky – The story of bourbon is a tale of American innovation, industry, and expertise. Join photographer Jon Purcell on a stunning visual journey from farmstead to … www.artinwhisky.com/pages/the-art-in-whisky My background prior to running Gentlemans Butler which focuses on finding the best was as a…
English National Ballet’s The Nutcracker at London’s Coliseum London Coliseum Box office: 020 7845 9300 https://www.eno.org/whats-on A magical Christmas tradition for all the family. This festive season, join Clara on a fantastical adventure where anything is possible. Embark on a journey full of colour and wonder as English National Ballet brings Nutcracker to life with over 100 dancers and musicians. Choreographed by English National Ballet’s Artistic Director this new interpretation of the classic festive ballet combines exquisite dancing with spectacular sets and costumes. English National Ballet Philharmonic perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic score live. One of our previous visits gives you an…
I have just seen Dita Von Teese in Diamonds and Dust and she is great. She strode onto the stage knowing she is a star. She is looking on top form and when I saw her show this week, I said I thought she had a beautiful smile at the end. It was not smug but one of pride and quiet satisfaction. Dita Von Teese in London’s burlesque spectacular, Diamonds and Dust Dita Von Teese, alongside Tosca Rivola, Dee Parsons and Julian Stoneman are thrilled to announce that the Steps and musical theatre star Faye Tozer will take on…
Yves Saint Laurent Accessories luxury fashion book offers unparalleled access to YSL’s highly confidential archives, this stunning fashion book is a rare treat for fashion lovers. The jewel-bright case creates an eye-catching package for this treasure trove of hats, belts, gloves, jewellery and more. By Patrick Mauriès Published by Phaidon On 02 October 2017 One can never overstate the importance of accessories. They are what turn a dress into something else. I like dresses to be sober and accessories to be wild. – Yves Saint Laurent, 1977 Fifteen years have passed since Yves Saint Laurent’s final runway show at the…
The Art of the Erotic coffee table book, a carefully curated and beautifully packaged erotic art book through the ages – 170 works from the world’s most important artists. Phaidon Editors, with an introduction by Rowan Pelling Erotica is maybe not the first word to bring to the dinner table, however erotica and sensuality have not only been with us since the beginning of time but are fundamentals if one to live a full life and are absolutely integral to luxury living. Appreciating our own body is the first step to a good relationship and loving the human form is…
VILLA ASTOR Paradise Restored on the Amalfi Coast is a book for lovers of art, romance, style and travel. A book you can read or a coffee table book you can dip in and out of. With stunning photography and a style of writing then lets you drift away… you will soon be feeling you are looking out to sea and entranced by not only the beautiful architecture but the style and manners of a generation we do not see so often today. When Gentlemans Butler talks about sensuality and elegance as barometers for luxury Villa Astor and its role…
Handmade Chelsea: an oasis of handmade luxury this November. Luxury. It sometimes feels like a distant memory. Unwitting victim of the collateral damage of our modern era. Artists painstakingly crafting pieces of exquisite beauty, and customers and artisans planning unique commissions, a thing of the past. But not so fast. It only seems this way. In an arid climate where “instant gratification” and “one size fits all” appear to rule triumphant, oases of creativity and luxury can still to be found: precious places where age-old traditions are honoured and beauty can be seen, held and purchased. One such oasis, Handmade…