The Luxury Network International Magazine Issue 12

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REACH BEYOND THE SKY
ISSUE 12 | MAY - JUN 2019

Described as “The next generation of marketing for luxury brands” by the British media,
The Luxury Network is the world’s leading luxury affinity marketing group. The Luxury
Network is a private membership club, established in luxury capitals or countries
around the world, within which premium companies work closely together
at senior director level for mutual business and client development.

The Luxury Network’s objective is simple: To facilitate co-operation and exciting new
business development activities between top-end companies. New business partnerships
are created via strategic alignment, joint collaborations, product placements,
endorsements, media sharing, B2B and B2C networking, sales and luxury
showcase events and numerous other affinity marketing activities.

A Message
From The Editor
Dear Valued Readers,
Please enjoy this edition as we feature The Luxury Network Summit 2019. We look forward to hosting this successful
event once again soon to create and offer exciting experiences that deliver priceless value to our high
net worth clients and members.
Our team is dedicated to serving the luxury business in this changing world and we continuously work on following
through the constant evolution of technology and products.
This issue features various categories of luxury lifestyle which include travel, adventures, fashion, home interiors,
real estate, and technology.
Sincerely,
Fares Ghattas
Global CEO,
The Luxury Network International
Editor-in-chief,
The Luxury Network International Magazine
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Rolls-Royce ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Fabergé Egg
Buben & Zorweg Grand Connoisseur XL Bar
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
Baselworld 2019
Bugatti “La Voiture Noire”
Villas Edenia
Rocco Forte New Italian Hotels
TLN Launches in Saudi Arabia
TLN New Zealand at the Urban Polo
Bella Flora
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ROLLS-ROYCE DEBUTS
‘SPIRIT OF ECSTASY’
FABERGÉ EGG
From Kings and Queens to entrepreneurs, many of the most prominent and wealthy collectors of the 20th
and 21st century have been beguiled by the lure of a Fabergé Egg. With just 50 pre-1917 Imperial Eggs completed,
these exceptionally precious creations are some of the most valuable and coveted objects ever to
have been made. Now, in a contemporary fashion, a new Fabergé Egg has been created. Two of the world’s most
esteemed houses of luxury have joined forces to create one unique objet d’art, for one discerning patron. Rolls-
Royce Motor Cars and Fabergé proudly announce the ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Fabergé Egg.
For the first time in history, an iteration of the Spirit of Ecstasy, the enigmatic mascot that has adorned Rolls-
Royce motor cars since 1911, is cocooned in an exquisite, contemporary, Fabergé Egg. The design, conceived by
Rolls-Royce Designer Alex Innes and rendered by Fabergé Lead Designer Liisa Talgren, has been brought to life
by Fabergé workmaster Paul Jones, creating a contemporary interpretation of one of the world’s most fabled
and prized possessions.
The commissioning of a Rolls-Royce motor car is often a seminal moment for the patron, so too is the commissioning
of a Fabergé Egg.
Indeed, this ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Fabergé Egg, the second to be commissioned in the ‘Imperial Class’ since 1917 – a
category reserved only for Fabergé’s most illustrious creations – celebrates the history, heritage and legend for
which both Rolls-Royce and Fabergé have been revered for over more than a century. Both brands have navi-
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gated the vicissitudes of time and continue to produce the apogee of modern, highly sought after, true luxury
items. The Egg is destined for the residence of a great collector of both brands.
The Egg connects the elements that lie at the very core of each marque – the Spirit of Ecstasy, the illustrious
muse that has guided each Rolls-Royce motor car for over a century, and the form of a Fabergé Egg, the pinnacle
of ornamental expression. The masterpiece resulting from this distinguished collaboration reflects the extraordinary
attention to detail and the consummate craftsmanship for which both brands are renowned to this day.
Torsten Müller-Ötvös, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, commented, “’The Spirit of Ecstasy’
Fabergé Egg was born from an intrinsic desire to further the realms of Bespoke personalisation. Responding to
the continuing demands of patrons in search of unique and cherished possessions, a designer at the House of
Rolls-Royce sketched an egg, igniting a fascination that will undoubtedly become one of the most collectable
items of modern times.”
A team of seven craftspeople from Fabergé undertook the challenge of fabricating the design using the finest
materials married with their extraordinary skill as artist jewellers. At first glance, the Egg is unmistakable in its
character. Design cues from Fabergé’s heritage are masterfully woven into the intricate design which stands at
160mm and weighs just 400g, with the Egg harnessing the ‘surprise and delight’ attributes for which Imperial
Eggs are celebrated.
The Egg rests on an engine-turned, hand-engraved, purple enamel guilloché base of 18 karat white gold. Arms
of rose gold define the shape of the egg, acting as a protective chamber for the Egg’s precious inhabitant. Upon
operating the movement via a discreet lever at the base of the stand, a sense of theatre ensues as the boughs
open to present the fine figurine of the Spirit of Ecstasy, hand-sculpted in frosted rock crystal, standing nobly
in her opulent surrounds. The rose gold vanes, embellished with nearly 10 carats of round white diamonds, resolve
into swathes of natural amethyst weighing over 390 carats, specially selected for its colour saturation and
quality. The purple hue of the enamel and amethyst provide a playful nod to the use of colour found in Fabergé’s
heritage.
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The technical mastery of Fabergé prevails. The ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Fabergé Egg adopts a highly complex operating
mechanism, conceived through computer aided design and animation, developed with micro engineering. The
success of this mechanism, and in turn the piece as a whole, can be attributed to the goldsmiths’ art as craftspeople
and their ability to meld this skill with technology, creating a work of art that could not be created by
man alone. The piece embodies both the artistic design and engineering skill that one expects from a collaboration
between Rolls-Royce and Fabergé, and has probably the most complicated opening of any Fabergé Egg
to date.
Sean Gilbertson, Chief Executive Officer, Fabergé said, “A unique moment in both our companies’ history, the
creation of the ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Egg represents the meeting of two masters of unrivalled quality and design,
showcasing two globally recognised symbols – the Fabergé Egg and the Spirit of Ecstasy.”
Josina von dem Bussche-Kessell, Business Development and Global Sales Director, Fabergé added, “Two years in
the making, we are very excited to unveil this special piece to our clients and partners across the globe together
with Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and are proud to continue making history by creating bespoke and unique pieces
such as this. The ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Egg marks a demonstration of the reputation that Fabergé proudly carries
today.”
Fifty Imperial Easter eggs were created for the Russian Imperial family between 1885 and 1916. These creations
are inextricably linked to the lives of the Romanov family. Ten eggs were produced from 1885 to 1893 during the
reign of Emperor Alexander III; a further 40 were created during the rule of his dutiful son, Nicholas II, two each
year – one for his mother the dowager, the second for his wife. If we explore the great archives of Rolls-Royce,
we find that Tsar Nicholas II was indeed also a patron of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.
The ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Fabergé Egg was premiered at the House of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, West Sussex, England,
to a host of distinguished guests and venerable patrons of the marque on 23 October 2018. The Egg will
be on public display in Fabergé’s London window, 1 – 31 December 2018.
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THE NEW BUBEN & ZORWEG GRAND
CONNOISSEUR XL BAR - THE NEAREST THING
TO A PERFECT WORLD!
In a perfect world, one should be
able to savour the finest things
in life directly at their original
locations. Bars, the drinks they
serve and the flavourful cigars you
can smoke there, should be no exception.
Following the example of the worldclass
writer and “puros” lover, Ernest
Hemingway, the best Daiquiris
have to be flavoured at the Floridita,
in the heart of the Cuban capital
of La Havana, and the best Mojitos,
just a few blocks away, at the
La Bodeguita del Medio. Both these
drinks demand to be accompanied
by an exquisite Arturo Fuente,
Montecristo or Cohiba cigar. A few
thousand miles away, in charming
Paris, the same Hemingway would
have certainly recommended the
fabulous martini served at the bar
of the Ritz Hotel in Paris. The same
drink, so the legend goes, he helped
popularise in the States after the
war.
At Harry´s, in Piazza San Marco, the
best choice could only fall on the
remarkable Bellini cocktail, named
in honour of the work of Venetian
painter Giovanni Bellini.
Not far from the famous canal city,
Ferrara is home to the Al Brindisi
Bar that traces its history back
as far as 1100 AD. Titian and Cellini
drank here in the 15th century,
and Copernicus lived above the bar
while studying at Ferrara University
in the early 1500s.
However, that would be in a perfect
world. In a near perfect world,
the new GRAND CONNOISSEUR XL
BAR is the right alternative. Handcrafted
in Germany with precious
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high-gloss Macassar inlays, the
opening of its doors reveals beautifully
presented holders for wine,
spirits and glasses. A central drawer
acts as a functional humidor for
approximately 60 cigars, and below,
a climatic wine storage cabinet
keeps your best vintages at the correct
temperature.
So, once home from a day full of
meetings, the owner of a BUBEN
& ZORWEG GRAND CONNOIS-
SEUR XL BAR can open its doors,
pour a drink and light up that special
“puro”, while enjoying the best
quality sound coming from the inbuilt
HiFi system.
You only have to lean back, close
your eyes and listen to the suavest
Buena Vista Social Club tune you
ever heard, and reflect that in a
near-perfect World, this bar is the
closest to perfection!
The new GRAND CONNOISSEUR
XL BAR from BUEBN & ZORWEG
will be exhibited “live” at the Salone
del Mobile in Milan. Purchasing this
masterpiece will probably represent
the nearest one can come to
having a piece of a perfect world.
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SHANGRI-LA
BOSPHORUS, ISTANBUL
LAUNCHES EXCLUSIVE
CITY EXPERIENCES
WITH THE CITY’S
FIRST HOTEL
ROLLS-ROYCE
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Istanbul, Turkey, April 2019 –
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
launches new, exclusive Rolls-
Royce experiences for guests to explore
the dynamic city in complete
luxury.
The first hotel in Istanbul to have its
own Rolls-Royce, Shangri-La Bosphorus,
Istanbul complements the
comfort and style of its Ghost limousine
with a professional chauffeur
and carefully crafted outings
to explore the city.
Highlighting the stunning views of
the Bosphorus from historic sites,
the history and culture of the capital
of empires that spans two continents,
the extraordinary craftsmanship
and elegance of Turkish
design and the centuries-long
tradition of shisha in the city, the
Shangri-La Rolls-Royce experiences
will unlock the best of Istanbul
for both first-time visitors and
travellers returning to the city.
Lunch on the Bosphorus
With a one-hour drive in the Rolls-
Royce Ghost, guests will explore the
beautiful coastline from Beşiktaş to
the medieval Rumelihisarı fortress,
a perfect spot to capture photos of
the famed Bosphorus Strait. Following
the visit to the historic site,
guests will enjoy a traditional seafood
lunch at one of the popular
restaurants in the neighbourhood
offering beautiful water views.
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Tour of Two Continents
Unique to Istanbul, travellers can
drive between continents, crossing
the Bosphorus from Europe to
Asia. In the unparalleled comfort
of a chauffeur-driven Rolls-Royce,
guests will enjoy spectacular scenery
while crossing the 1,704-metre-long
Bosphorus Bridge.Once in
Asia, a stop will be made at Çamlıca
Hill on the Asian side.
On this highest hill in Istanbul,
guests can enjoy a traditional Turkish
coffee or tea. After a drive
along the Asian side of the city,
guests will return to Europe to visit
the 600-year-old Rumelihisari
fortress. A final stop will be made
at the highest hill on the European
side, Ulus, before returning to
Shangri La Bosphorus, Istanbul.
Shop in Comfort
Handwoven textiles, traditional
homeware, exquisite jewellery and
luxury fashion are just some of the
beautiful items that travellers to
Istanbul can shop for during their
time in the city.
Long a centre of trade and commerce,
traditional Turkish craftspeople
are among the best in the
world and their items are sought
after by travellers from around the
globe. Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul’s
concierge has created a
bespoke itinerary to let travellers
discover the best of both old and
new Istanbul design. Guests will
travel in the comfort of the Rolls-
Royce to the famed Grand Bazaar
and then on to the newer luxury
shopping districts.
Shisha Hopping Tour
Shisha is a traditional pastime of
Turkey with a history which goes
back 500 years. Istanbul has many
shisha cafés ranging from humble
shops to luxurious settings, and
visiting the best locations in the
comfort of a Rolls-Royce is a truly
exceptional experience. Travellers
will enjoy VIP treatment at three
of the city’s best cafes along the
Bosphorus: Huqqa, Ulus Café and
Hezarfen Café.
Special Occasions
For memorable birthday dinners,
anniversary celebrations or other
special occasions, the hotel’s concierge
recommends dinner along
the Bosphorus with a stunning view
of the water and city.
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Guests will be picked up by the hotel’s
chauffeur-driven Rolls-Royce
and driven to one of the city’s best
restaurants. Upon arrival, guests
will be greeted with a complimentary
welcome cocktail followed
by an exquisite meal.
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul’s
Rolls-Royce Ghost limousine awaits
guests who wish to have an unforgettable
experience in Istanbul.
Each package has a 4- to 6-hour
duration, with prices starting from
EUR500.
For more information or for reservations,
guests may contact the hotel
at concierge.slib@shangri-la.com
or call (90 212) 275 8888.
Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels
and Resorts currently operates over
100 hotels with a room inventory of
over 41,000.
Shangri-La hotels are five-star deluxe
properties featuring extensive
luxury facilities and services.
Shangri-La hotels are located in
Australia, Canada, mainland China,
Fiji, France, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia,
Japan, Malaysia, Maldives,
Mauritius, Mongolia, Myanmar,
Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, Sri
Lanka, Sultanate of Oman, Taiwan,
Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab
Emirates and the United Kingdom.
The group has a substantial development
pipeline with upcoming projects
in Australia, Bahrain, mainland
China, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia
and Saudi Arabia. For more
information, visit www.shangri-la.
com.
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Baselworld is the world’s foremost show for watches, jewellery, precious stones and
related industries. It interconnects the industry’s top brands (including Rolex, Patek
Philippe, Chopard, TAG Heuer, Hublot and Breitling), the most influential media and
the world’s most important buyers. Baselworld is the exclusive platform on which the major
watch and jewellery brands present the year’s innovations to an eagerly curious international
audience. Everyone who wants to know what the latest trends are and how 2019 “ticks” will
find the answers live and firsthand at Baselworld.
Baselworld 2019 has opened its doors, find here some of the latest creations that the Swiss
Exhibitors present from March, 21st to 26th.
ZENITH has been showcasing its Defy collection as a platform for
the brand’s renewed emphasis on advanced technology and materials,
including its single-piece oscillator that beats at an extremely
high frequency of 18Hz or 129,600 vph, compared to the usual 4 Hz
or 28,800 vph. This year, the watch with the super-oscillator is no
longer a limited edition concept and will be produced in a run of
several hundred pieces. The revolutionary single-piece oscillator
replaces the traditional 30-piece standard regulating organ, and is
made of silicon. The case is made of lightweight titanium and the
textured bezel is made of Aeronith, an aluminium-polymer composite
that is three-times lighter than titanium. The dial is openworked
to resemble a stylised propeller, with blades evoking the ZENITH
star.
PATEK PHILIPPE’s manual-wound CH 29-535 PS chronograph calibre,
originally introduced in a ladies’ watch in 2009, has been used
in the men’s 5170 series since 2010, and the new 5172G-001 is the
fifth iteration. The movement has six patented innovations that optimize
the chronograph function, including refined tooth profiles,
blocking lever and hammers, and an optimized split seconds wheel.
The result is ultimate precision, improved amplitude and a greater
element of self-adjustment. The white gold case of the 5172-001 has
vintage-style three-tier lugs and a sapphire box glass crystal, as well
as guilloched chronograph pushers. The sporty blue dial with large
baton-style luminescent hands has a matching navy calfskin strap
with top-stitching.
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BVLGARI’s signature motif is the serpent, and its driving force is a
fearless sense of design. These two elements combine in the Serpenti
Seduttori (“seduction”) is a bold new interpretation of the
design. It interprets the iconic drop-shaped watch case, but it is
thinner than previous models, and it is set provocatively with diamonds
on the side bezels. It has a sinewy new bracelet that is flexible,
inspired by the original Serpenti watch, with links that mimic
the shape of the case, and a serpent’s head. The crown is topped
by a pink rubellite cabochon, a nod to Bulgari’s roots as a jeweller.
There are several options, including rose, yellow, white gold and two
diamond pavé options.
In an elegant nod to the world of GT racing, Hublot’s new warhorse,
the Classic Fusion Ferrari GT, was imagined and designed in partnership
with Flavio Manzoni, Head of Design at Ferrari. For the first
time, Hublot and Ferrari decided to combine their passion for aesthetic
creativity and mechanical innovation to create a Classic Fusion
timepiece, which features a watchmaking chassis that is both
classic and contemporary, and perfectly in keeping with the stylistic
codes of ‘Gran Turismo’ racing. This noble, high-tech watch is
dressed in Carbon 3D fibre, a three-dimensional woven composite
with polymer matrix that is new to the world of fine watchmaking.
The highly resistant Carbon 3D fibre provides unyielding protection
for the Manufacture UNICO HUB 1280 movement with column-wheel
flyback chronograph. The Classic Fusion Ferrari GT is
available with a choice of three cases: Carbon 3D fibre, King Gold
(limited to 500 timepieces) or titanium (limited to 1,000 timepieces).
The Manufacture Slimline 50-Hours Power Reserve contains the new
in-house automatic calibre FC-723, with a 50-hour power reserve.
This new complication represents FREDERIQUE CONSTANT’s 28th
in-house caliber. The power reserve indicator is displayed prominently
at the 10 o’clock position on the dial, including a highlighted
red sector that indicates when it is time to either wind or wear
the watch. The watch is being launched in four references, with 40
mm cases made of either stainless steel with a choice of silver, dark
grey or navy blue dials, as well as rose gold plated steel with a silver
dial. The dial is classic and minimalist in design, with elegant Roman
numerals on the centre dial and Arabic numerals on the subdials,
all without hash marks. The hand-polished leaf-shaped hands are
either white or black.
The newest interpretation of the iconic Happy Sport has curvy
oval proportions and a supple, updated version of the original galet
(pebble) bracelet that adorned the first watch in the collection back
in 1993. The bracelet is masterfully constructed using polished
rounded pebble-like links, and while made of steel, it is as flexible
as knitted mesh. It thus follows the curves of the wrist. This combination
of fine construction, along with the use of both steel and
diamonds, makes the watch accessible and wearable in the spirit of
the easy-going charm at the heart of Happy Sport. In addition to the
seven bezel-set diamonds dancing between sapphire crystals over
the dial, there are diamonds set into the curved bezel of the stainless
steel version.
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The Octo Finissimo collection has been the venue for BVLGARI’s
expression of modern high watchmaking, with innovation designs,
complications and world records. The latest interpretation is the
Tourbillon Carbon, which combines the world thinnest ultra-thin
flying tourbillon with an innovative case material. The case and
bracelet are made of carbon CTP (Coal Tar Pitch). The movement,
a technical marvel at only 1.95 mm thick, thanks partly to an innovative
peripheral rotor. It is showcased in an openworked dial with
black finishing, and can also be seen through a transparent caseback.
The Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Carbon is the thinnest-ever automatic
carbon watch. It is a limited edition of 50 pieces.
CHOPARD embraces the basics of traditional fine watchmaking with
the classic L.U.C Quattro. The satin-brushed dial is an extraordinary
greyish-green shade, evoking private gentlemen’s clubs and a formal
air of elegance, yet with eccentric details, including the dial’s
satin-brushed finish, Arabic numerals at 3 and 9 o’clock and the Super-LumiNova
covered Dauphine fusée-type hands. The movement,
caliber L.U.C 98.01-L, has two pairs of stacked barrels for an incredible
216-hour (nine-day) power reserve.
Despite this Quattro mainspring power, the movement is still ultra-thin,
and the case is only 8.84 mm thick. This is a 50-piece limited
edition in 18k white gold, with a 43 mm case. It is finished to
Poinçon de Genève standards.
Now in its 14th year of creating collaborative works of audacious
horological art for the wrist – and sometimes for the tabletop –
MB&F has finally created a timepiece dedicated exclusively to women.
The Legacy Machine FlyingT is a three-dimensional creation,
with a steeply cambered bezel and slender, beveled lugs on a round
case that is fully set with diamonds. The high, convex domed sapphire
crystal hovers over a curved dial plate.
An asymmetric opening frames a raised flying tourbillon escapement,
the carriage of which is topped by a single large diamond. A
dial of white or black lacquer with blued gold hands sits on a 50° tilt
at the 7 o’clock position. The watch is set with either round-brilliant
or baguette diamonds.
This dazzling jewellery version of the Maximus Royal, the world’s
largest tourbillon, is now completely set with diamonds. This creation
contains 453 invisibly-set baguette-cut diamonds totalling
18.47 carats. It is part of a 14-piece edition of made-to-order jewellery
versions of the Maximus Royal Tourbillon that will be set with
gems, including emerald, jade, ruby and aventurine. The movement
is a marvel of precision, with an astounding 27 mm tourbillon carriage
made of 73 components that rotates once every 6 minutes instead
of the conventional 60 seconds. In addition to the accuracy
ensured by the tourbillon itself, an 18k gold flyweight was added
to fine-tune the balance of the cage. The use of titanium keeps the
tourbillon cage lightweight, ensuring that despite its size, it can rotate
without losing precision. A fixed balance-spring stud prevents
any changes in position due to shocks, further ensuring precision,
and the balance wheel can be finely adjusted.
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William Curley
William Curley, who has won the title of ‘Britain’s
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A ONE-OFF CAR FOR
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BUGATTI DEVELOPS UNIQUE HYPER SPORTS
CAR FOR A BUGATTI ENTHUSIAST. The successful
continuation of their heritage poses a challenge
for traditional companies. once again, the french luxury
brand bugatti has shown that it can transform these
challenges into unique models. with its one-off car “la
voiture noire1“bugatti has again proved that it makes
the world’s most powerful, most luxurious and most
exclusive hyper sports cars. “the true form of luxury
is individuality. ‘la voiture noire’ is now at the cutting
edge of automobile production. it is a sculptural beauty
with unique technology, the ideal grand tourisme,” says
bugatti president stephan winkelmann. this is a coupé
with the comfort of a luxury limousine and the power of
a hyper sports car.
A pioneering spirit, a passion for perfection and the
desire to continually redefine its limits have been the
key characteristics of Bugatti since the brand was established
110 years ago. “Our history is both a privilege
and a responsibility – the responsibility for continuing
the Bugatti heritage into the future. With “La
Voiture Noire”, we are paying homage to our heritage
and bringing speed, technology, luxury and aesthetics
forward to a new era,” says Stephan Winkelmann. The
new hyper sports car reflects Bugatti’s French heritage
and its French identity – elegance through minimalism
and refinement through intensification. This is
a tailor-made creation only comparable with the haute
couture of exclusive Paris fashion designers.
“La Voiture Noire” - more than a reinterpretation
“La Voiture Noire is a far more than a modern interpretation
of Jean Bugatti’s Type 57 SC Atlantic. It is a
feast of aesthetics,” says Stephan Winkelmann. With its
extended front end and the distinctive Bugatti C-line,
the “Voiture Noire“ creates an elongated impression
with the elegant waistline defining the contours of the
coupé. Purism and elegance are reflected in the surfaces
and the clear lines. The bumpers are smoothly
integrated into the body and the windscreen seems to
flow seamlessly into the windows at the sides like the
visor on a helmet. Without any irritating lines, the surface
is “all of a piece” and there is nothing to disturb
the optical flow. This means that the hyper sports car
has changed its attitude and become a grand tourisme
– ideal for comfortable travel on long trips.
“Every single component has been handcrafted and
the carbon fibre body has a deep black gloss only interrupted
by the ultrafine fibre structure. This is a material
that has been handled perfectly,” says Bugatti designer
Etienne Salomé. “We worked long and hard on
this design until was nothing that we could improve.
For us, the coupé represents the perfect form with a
perfect finish.
The heart of the new creation is the iconic 16-cylinder
engine – unique in the automotive world and the peak
of the engineer’s art. “This is not only an engine but
the heart of the vehicle and a technical masterpiece.
There is no other car in the world with such an engine.
It is not only extremely powerful but also beautiful to
look at,” Stephan Winkelmann enthuses. The 16-cylinder
engine with a displacement of 8 litres develops
1,103 kW/1,500 PS and 1,600 Newton-metres of torque.
Six tailpipes at the rear bear witness to its incredible
power and are also a tribute to the 16 cylinders.
For €11 million (before tax) this unique car has already
been sold to a Bugatti enthusiast. It is the most expensive
new car of all time. The car enthusiast is fascinated
by the Atlantic; with the “Voiture Noire“, he has
acquired a vehicle that takes up the legend and carries
the idea forward to the present day. In its exclusiveness,
style, quality and performance, “La Voiture
Noire” is an unprecedented and unique car that continues
a long tradition in the history of the automobile.
A long tradition of coach building
Only a few months after the presentation of the Divo2,
designed for even stronger lateral acceleration, Bugatti
has once again shown that it has a perfect command
of handcrafted coachbuilding and has reached another
pinnacle in the history of the automobile. In the first
few decades of its existence, the French luxury brand
had considerable success not only with the design of
engines and chassis but also with its own bodies installed
on existing chassis. The most famous example
is the Type 57 and the Atlantic GT model which was
based on it – this grand tourisme could already reach
a top speed in excess of 220 km/h over 80 years ago.
Jean Bugatti designed the Type 57 for various body and
engine configurations including the Galibier (fourdoor
saloon), Stelvio (convertible), Ventoux (two-door
saloon), and Atalante (coupé) as well as the Atlantic.
Ettore’s son Jean Bugatti was a visionary who was
ahead of his time. He was the eldest son of company
founder Ettore Bugatti, a gifted automobile designer
and natural talent who was only matched by very few
people in his understanding of proportions and aerodynamics.
From the late 1920s onwards, he influenced
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the development of the company with his own ideas
and designs, before assuming responsibility for management
in 1936 at the age of 27. With his pioneering
designs for bodies, engines and chassis, he created
some extraordinary vehicles until his tragic death in
an accident in 1939, securing a place in the history of
the automobile. His most beautiful and most famous
design is the Atlantic. Like the company itself, Jean
would have been 110 years old this year.
The exclusive new “Voiture Noire“, the black car, is a
reminiscence of “la Voiture Noire“ a Type 57 SC Atlantic
that was Jean Bugatti’s most famous creation. The
outstanding design feature was a dorsal seam running
from the hinge in the split bonnet through to the rear
end. The Type 57 SC Atlantic was one of the most extraordinary
grands tourismes and a timeless creation.
Nowadays, it is one of the most valuable classic cars
in the world. Only four Atlantics were made between
1936 and 1938, each of them with detailed differences
created individually for a customer. Three of these
extraordinary coupés are still in existence. The second
car built was used by Jean Bugatti himself as well
as some of the Bugatti grand prix drivers among his
friends. The world has been searching for this Atlantic
for more than 80 years – it is one of the great mysteries
in the history of the automobile. The car probably
disappeared before the German invasion of Alsace,
when it was to be dispatched to a safe region.
The most elegant way of travelling
The new “Voiture Noire“, the perfect grand tourisme,
is just as exclusive, powerful and luxurious as Jean
Bugatti’s historic car. “Bugatti arouses passion and
emotions throughout the world. Customers expect us
to continually surprise them and to raise the goalposts
beyond the limits of their imagination. We have just
succeeded in doing so with ‘La Voiture Noire‘,” says
Stephan Winkelmann. Bugatti will continue to work
hard to shape the future of the brand. This will be a future
full of beauty, passion and surprises. The “Voiture
Noire“ is a modern interpretation of the spirit of gran
turismo vehicles, a tribute to perfect technology and
perfect design. It is also the most elegant and fastest
way to travel with a vehicle. Bugatti President Stephan
Winkelmann: “With our automotive haute couture, we
have shown what Bugatti is capable of.” Now and in the
future.
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Recreating the quintessential charm of a 1950s historic village, The Luxury Network UAE member
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The five-star boutique resort is celebrating its first Ramadan in the Emirate’s heritage district
with a special menu, available from the first day of Ramadan 2019.
Ushering in the holy month of Ramadan, the culinary team at Al Bait has created an elaborate menu
that perfectly highlights the significance of the holy month observed across the UAE. Guests at Al
Bait can break their fast with the special Iftar menu, available at The Arabic Restaurant. Just as traditional
heritage harmoniously co-exists with modern luxury at Al Bait, the unique Iftar menu offers a
generous mix of traditional delicacies of the region with culinary masterpieces inspired by international
cultures. Boasting of an impressive open kitchen rolling out a selection of Levantine delights,
international favourites and mouth-watering desserts, the Iftar is priced at AED 235++, while kids
below 10 years dine for free. Also on offer are Iftar bookings for a group of guests as well as Suhoor
at The Arabic Restaurant.
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ROCCO FORTE OPENS TWO NEW ITALIAN HOTELS
Love is the soundtrack of Puglia
Puglia was first associated with ultimate
romance in 1958 when Domenico Modugno,
an Apulian native, won two Grammy Awards
for his timeless global hit “Blu dipinto di
Blu” better known worldwide as “Volare”.
Over 50 years later, Masseria Torre Maizza,
a Rocco Forte Hotel launching on May 1st,
embodies the colours, the nature, the charm
and exoticism which inspired Modugno’s
famous song.
Set off the beaten track, in Puglia’s
picturesque area of Savelletri di Fasano
only minutes away from the Adriatic coast,
Masseria Torre Maizza is a renovated 16th
century farmhouse, typical of the area,
lavishly draped in ivy and surrounded by
centuries old olive trees resembling natural
sculptures.
The intimate 40 rooms and suites resort
has been entirely renovated by Director of
design Olga Polizzi blending her colourful
prints with local white linens and terracotta
for a light and elegant feel with rustic tones.
Heavy carpets and wicker furniture have
been used throughout the suites, many of
which have their own private patios and
original fireplaces for an added touch of
romance on chillier evenings. Typically, Olga
Polizzi has personally sourced the best local
craftsmanship and artefacts giving each suite
and room an entirely personal character and
sense of place.
At the heart of the resort is the local cuisine,
artfully interpreted by Rocco Forte’s Creative
Director of Food, Maestro Fulvio Pierangelini,
as if it were a grand local home using a feast
of natural products from the Masseria’s own
gardens and orchard. Pierangelini’s artful
menus are served by candlelight in the
vaulted dining room or open air, whether in
the gardens or under the stone colonnade
surrounding the 20 metre pool. Gourmet
guests with a particular passion for cooking
will be able to book private lessons and take a
taste of Puglia home with them.
The resort offers a wealth of local tailor
made experiences and excursions to coastal
villages and historical towns, including the
extraordinary Matera which is this year’s
European Capital of Culture. The lazier
romantics can stay at the resort and relax
at the spa, play the 9-hole golf course, head
down to the private beach club or simply
enjoy each other and the heady feel of the
Masseria.
The resort may be booked as a whole,
becoming the dream location for a small
wedding, a renewal of vows celebration or
simply a wonderful multi generation family
occasion. For the more frequent individual
bookings of Masseria Torre Maizza’s
Celebration Experience, guests will be
treated to Champagne, chocolate truffles and
a romantic breakfast in bed starting from 357
Euro per night.
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Launching May 23rd, the Hotel de la Ville,
a Rocco Forte hotel, is the most awaited
opening of the year in Rome and promises
the ultimate views over the eternal city.
Indeed the historical structure artfully spread
over several levels means that the suites and
large terraces are quite unrivalled in town
offering a totally unique high rise angle and
the grandest of panoramas.
Architect Tommaso Ziffer has collaborated
with Director of Design Olga Polizzi in
bringing to life the aesthetics and cultural
sentiments of the 18th and 19th century
Grand Tour of Europe in a contemporary key.
The result is a bold and vibrant feel which
pervades the building offering a sumptuous
theatrical set reflective of Roman intricacies
throughout the ages up to modern days.
The creative atmosphere culminates in the
Signature Suites, soon to be unveiled as
the most panoramic in town. Strong colour
schemes with soft and bright tones are
tactfully combined with an eclectic collection
of local contemporary craftmanship, bold
furniture, large digital representations of
ancient art and rich tapestries. “A room is a
set for people’s lives, a true work of art in
itself” states Ziffer whilst commenting on
the suites at the Hotel de la Ville.
The Canova Suite, named after the famous
Neo Classical sculptor, blends high art and
lavish style to elegant effect. Spacious living
areas, featuring a sitting room and a king
sized bedroom combine light colour shades
with luxurious furnishings and a curated
collection of objects of art. The Roma Suite
offers an elegant apartment in the heart of
the city and a perfect solution for families.
Sitting on the 8th floor and reached by private
elevator, the Suite De La Ville is the hotel’s
crown jewel, offering extraordinary space, a
curated art collection and antique furniture
presented in contemporary flare. The private
dining room and the two large terraces with
panoramic views over Rome make the Suite
De La Ville ideal for memorable evenings and
entertaining. It is also perfect for families,
with the option to connect with the Roma
and Canova suites on the seventh floor to
make a lavish multi-bedroom residence.
The three Signature Suites at Hotel de la
Ville are fully equipped for entertaining and
are served by a private butler and a dedicated
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concierge who will tailor unique Rocco
Forte Suite Experience benefits and unique
adventures to match the guests’ wishes.
Be one of the first to enjoy the newly designed
rooms and suites and receive a 30% discount
on published rates, including breakfast and
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Guests staying in one of our suites will also
receive complimentary limousine transfer
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Bagatelle Joins The Luxury Network UK
Bagatelle London contemporary
French restaurant
recently joined the
world’s largest affinity marketing
and partnerships group,
The Luxury Network.
It opened its doors in May
2018, bringing the exclusive
New York dining destination
to the heart of Mayfair. Bagatelle
London menu combines
French Mediterranean cuisine
with local ingredients and
taste that takes customers to
the heart of Bagatelle’s culinary
identity.
Combining chic and daring
with its classic decor and architecture,
lively music and relaxed
atmosphere, still keeping
a touch of sexy; a combination
that gives you the impression
of having landed in France for
a day.
Full Venue Hire
Bagatelle London boasts an impressive restaurant space set across two floors,
with two fully equipped bars and a large professional kitchen, and a luxurious
basement lounge.
• Seated capacity: 160
• Standing capacity: Varied up to 210
• Hire fee: Minimum spend dependent on group size, time of year and service
requirements
This space houses beautiful chandeliers to create a classic Parisian Bistrot
feel, complete with unique art pieces, classic ceiling patterns, velvet banquette
seating, state of the art LED lighting, and two striking bars & DJ booths
Private Lounge
The Bagatelle Lounge, located on the lower level of the restaurant is adorned
with beautiful pieces of artwork and plush velvet club chairs, a stunning displayed
bar and DJ booth.
• Seated capacity: 50
• Standing capacity: 65
• Hire fee: Minimum spend dependent on group size, time of year and service
requirements
This space houses classic décor with impressive hand painted ceiling patterns,
and features beautiful velvet couches and mood lighting that creates
the ambiance of chandeliers to create a classic Parisian Bistrot feel, complete
with unique art pieces, classic ceiling patterns, velvet banquette seating,
state of the art LED lighting, and two striking bars & DJ booths.
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NEW
Member
Seba Jamal Joins The Luxury Network UAE
Contemporary jewellery designer Seba Jamal is
the latest member of The Luxury Network UAE.
Seba Jamal concept for luxury cars features two
pieces, a ring and a bracelet. Both pieces were created
eyeing the high profile consumers that strive for high
jewellery and status, combined with the life long pursuit
of the fast, the practical, and the new.
The luxury car logo acts as the centre of the design
itself, paved with a diamond on a structure that opens
to incorporate the chip, giving its user the commodity
of not having the constant search of the key.
The pieces will be customised, engraved with the plate
and chassis number. The luxury car logo will be surrounded
by an enamel surface in the colour of the car.
Seba Jamal works stand out because of the designer’s
distinctive details in her jewellery collection, crafted
in several complex parts fitted together to form an exquisite
jewellery line inspired by the dynamic life of the
high luxury consumer.
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NEW
Member
Contemporary
Hotels join
The Luxury
Network Australia
Contemporary Hotels curates and manages
over one hundred of Australia’s finest
luxury properties for short term holiday
guests and corporate opportunities. Primarily
property focussed Contemporary Hotels also
assists to create bespoke on-ground experiences
for all guests from intimate in-villa dining to
larger multi-day itineraries.
Contemporary Hotels was founded twenty years
ago with the development of the award winning
Medusa and the Kirketon hotels in Darlinghurst
building a pure hospitality based, bespoke experience
on the back of intimate guest service. In
more recent years under the leadership of Romayne
and Matthew Fleming a large focus has
been placed on sourcing luxury homes for short
term accommodation and corporate hire.
Based in Sydney the company manages properties
all over Australia and a select few international
destinations with the largest saturation
around Sydney’s East, beaches and Palm Beach
with Byron Bay growing. The company welcomes
thousands of guests each year in the luxury to
ultra-luxury holiday market in properties ranging
from one bedroom apartments to enormous
harbour front mansions.
“We’ve grown tremendously in the last few years
but I never want to lose touch on what made us
successful. I believe that our ‘boutique’ hospitality
background, maintaining our service levels
to the highest standard and powerful marketing
engines are a great driver for success. But, most
of all, keeping things fun is vital; we are fortunate
to build lifelong memories for our guests
and welcome them to some of Australia’s best
destinations. They’re here to enjoy their experiences
and we need to help them do that!”. Matthew
Fleming – CEO Contemporary Hotels.
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NEW
Member
Mercedes-Benz Sydney Joins
The Luxury Network Australia
Mercedes-Benz was founded
in 1993. Lei Shing Hong
Limited’s Auto division is
a premium automobile group engaged
in the wholesaling and, particularly,
retailing of automobiles.
The purchase of a Mercedes-Benz,
to many of our customers, is both
the realisation and culmination
of a lifelong dream. A dream that
we are delighted to be part of. We
understand that there is very little
that can compare to the feeling of
achievement and pride that comes
with owning the brand that leads
the way for luxury, innovative intelligence,
comfort, quality and
unrivalled performance dynamics.
As the nature of mobility continues
to evolve in today’s radically
changing environment, for example
autonomous driving, connectivity,
digital and electric mobility,
we understand that there is one
thing that will never change – the
people. We are in the relationship
business above all else and rely
the on-going support and loyalty
of our customers.
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NEW
Member
Huriya Private Joins as the Latest Member
of The Luxury Network UAE
Huriya Private was established to provide specialist
advisory services to a select number of families and
private individuals. Their team brings decades of
professional financial services experience with an international
network of contacts, and a deep understanding
of the needs of the modern day high net worth client or
international family.
Multi-Family Office
Do you have the correct vehicle to manage your assets?
At Huriya, they understand the importance of protecting
your assets and wealth, not just in this lifetime, but also
for generations to come. Their professional multi-family
office service ensures that the right people benefit from
your wealth through well-planned and carefully designed
succession and inheritance planning methodologies.
They implement detailed preventive measures to ensure
that your personal information is not compromised at any
given time, which facilitates the effective preservation of
your family’s legacy.
Residence & Citizenship
Your place of birth should not determine nor limit your ability
to travel
The fundamental principles of Huriya Private revolve
around one simple truth: Borders are not barriers, rather
opportunities waiting to be explored. For an individual to
experience true freedom, the freedom of capital needs to
assimilate with the freedom of movement.
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Investing in a Second Citizenship or alternate Permanent
Residence has several key attributes such as better tax
management, improved healthcare, education and security
for you and your entire family.
Private Fiduciary
Huriya Private is committed to equipping all their clients to
make financial decisions that will help them achieve their
goals and objectives.
They provide expert counsel on asset management, corporate
structuring, cross-border transactions and international
tax planning.
Having the correct vehicle above your trading or holding
companies is of great importance. However, they do believe
that there is no single formula that applies to fulfil
the requirements of all clients and hence they celebrate
the diversity of each client and provide custom-designed
solutions for each individual.
Trustee Services
The objectives of a Trust are intended to protect, manage &
regulate the succession of your family wealth.
As an independent service provider, Huriya Private work
with your lawyers, bankers and advisors without creating
any conflict of interest or regulatory restrictions.
Huriya Private have a highly qualified team of trustees that
help ensure that your intergenerational wealth and assets
are preserved and protected. Focusing on the long-term
dynastic security for you and your family.

NEW
Member
Mastani Joins The Luxury Network Australia
With respect for the past and an eye to the
future, Mastani is melding tradition with
vision for slow fashion with a social conscience
within the luxury market. Mastani is the vision
of Founder and Creative Director, Kudrat Makkar.
Through Mastani, she wants to take customers on a
journey into the world of the hands that made it and
the culture that shaped it. By using hand-made traditional
techniques which are inherited by the artisans
from their ancestors, her aim is to preserve and revitalise
her cultural heritage, while introducing the world
to the ultimate in luxurious, speciality fashion.
With the ideology that embraces cultural heritage and
contemporary fashion influences, Mastani aims to inspire
confidence and empower women to express the
multifaceted modern female identity. The essence of
Mastani is the concoction of age-old craftsmanship
and modern design excellence with a focus on sophistication,
superior quality and uniqueness.
Our artisans are masters in embellishment, hand-looming,
structure and contemporary silhouettes. They
bring to life the design ethos while creating ‘forever
pieces’ of the finest quality. All garment construction
is performed in-house at our Mastani atelier. Already
featured in ELLE, Vogue Australia, InStyle and Harper’s
Bazaar, Kudrat has a bold vision for Mastani with the
brand already showing in Milan and Paris earlier this
year.
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NEW
Member
Wealth-X Joins
The Luxury Network Singapore
Wealth-X provides unique intelligence about
the world’s wealthiest individuals, partnering
with prestige brands across the financial
services, luxury, not-for-profit, and higher-education
industries to fuel strategic decision-making in sales,
marketing and compliance.
They have developed the world’s most extensive collection
of records on wealthy individuals and produce
unparalleled data analysis to help their clients:
· UNDERSTAND GLOBAL WEALTH – Learn the global
wealth landscape, forecast your target market, and
gain intelligence most relevant to your sector
· UNCOVER QUALIFIED LEADS – Screen your data,
identify relevant prospects, reveal wealthy connections
and identify patterns in your database
· INFORM YOUR ENGAGEMENT STRATEGY – Create a
roadmap, save time and resources and identify wealthy
prospects to attend events that match their interests
· MAXIMIZE EXISTING RELATIONSHIPS – Stay informed
on your clients, personalize your interactions
and enrich existing relationships to maximize client or
donor retention
· MITIGATE CLIENT RISK – Receive a comprehensive
analysis, ensure prospects meet regulations and onboard
clients confidently
The suite of data-driven products and services provide
clients with access to the world’s most robust collection
of curated research and intelligence on ultra high
net worth (UHNW) and very high net worth (VHNW)
individuals. Wealth-X provides clients with database
access through three distinct options:
· PROFESSIONAL – Instant online access to the
Wealth-X Database
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the interest of individuals in the highest tiers of wealth.
Analyzing the landscape of this highly valuable audience
provides insight into where, when, and how to
engage them most effectively.
To uncover unique insights into this demographic, the
Wealth-X team of global researchers regularly produce
exclusive pieces of content designed to inform and enlighten
those who seek to do business with the wealthy.
Among this content, Wealth-X produces three distinct
flagship reports every year to examine these different
populations.
· The Billionaire Census – analyzing global wealth at its
highest tier, this report focuses on the 2,000+ individuals
who have crossed the billionaire threshold, globally.
The report examines who global issue are driving
wealth creation or reduction among this exclusive
population.
· The World Ultra Wealth Report – analyzes the state
of the world’s ultra-wealthy population or those with
$30m or more in net worth. The report reveals information
on the “typical” UHNW individual and compares
this profile to other ultra-wealthy archetypes.
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The Luxury Network
international Awards
after-party
The Luxury Network International invited all
TLN offices and members to enjoy an afterparty
filled with entertainment and a luxurious
dinner at the Phantom House Dubai following
TLN Awards hosted by TLN Global CEO H.E. Fares
Ghattas.
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The Luxury Network Launches
in Saudi Arabia
The world’s leading luxury affinity marketing and
business networking group, The Luxury Network,
keeps expanding its global growth by officially
opening a new office at the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia. The expansion agreement was signed between
TLN International Global CEO, H.E. Fares Ghattas and
TLN Saudi CEO, Mr Abdullah Fakeeh today, February
26, 2019. Mr. Abdullah is currently the Managing Director
of Al Taqdeer Co.
The Luxury Network have high hopes with this current
opening since the economy of Saudi Arabia is one of
the top twenty economies in the world. The Saudi Arabia
luxury market reached a value of US$ 13.5 Billion
in 2017. Looking forward, the market value is further
expected to reach US$ 20.8 Billion by 2023, exhibiting
a CAGR of 7.5% during 2017-2023. Driven by rising income
levels, the country’s luxury market has exhibited
a continuous growth.
The Luxury Network was launched in London in 2007.
It covers areas of the luxury market such as private
jets, yachting, motor concierge, health & beauty,
wealth management, premium real estate, exclusive
travel, golf, jewellery & watches, entertainment, fashion,
and many more. Having built up quite an impressive
reputation with more than 20 years of experience
and offices across Europe, Australia, Asia, the Middle
East, America, and parts of Africa, their membership
portfolio boasts the world’s leading brands including
Ferrari, Bentley, Cartier, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Bvlgari,
Porsche, Bang & Olufsen, Sunseeker, Azimut Yachts,
Panerai, Etihad Airlines, Rolls-Royce, Zenith, Sothebys
Realty, and Tom Ford amongst others.
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The Luxury Network Australia
at the Races with the ATC
What a fabulous day at the Races with the Australian
Turf Club. The ATC hosted The Luxury
Network and some of its members in the
exceptional Moet and Chandon Executive Suite, which
overlooked the racing finish line. With the champagne
flowing and beautiful catering, guests enjoyed creating
relationships, having fun and of course – placing their
bets.
The Luxury Network Australia were lucky enough to
be able to sponsor the final race of the day and showcase
their showreel on the big screen. Before the race
commenced, antendees were given the opportunity to
view the horses with their jockeys, an extremely fun
and unique experience.
After the race had taken place, attendees were able
to enter the Winners Room for celebrations with the
winning horses owners and sponsors. The room was
filled with laughter and appreciation for the winning
teams hard work during the racing season.
Thank you to Luke and the team at the ATC for their
hospitality. It truely was a day to remember.
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An Evening of Opulence
Hosted by The Luxury
Network Singapore
On March 6th, 2019, The Luxury Network Singapore’s
valued member brands, KWANPEN, The
Canary Diamonds, and AV One joined forces to
host Mercedes-Benz owners and their friends at a ladies-only
networking evening.
An initiative by Mercedes-Benz, She’s Mercedes is a
platform dedicated to connecting and empowering
women to unleash their best. It is where women can
connect and exchange ideas, share experiences and
learn from one another. The event was indeed a great
opportunity for professionals within the luxury industry
to connect with the exclusive database of Mercedes
Benz.
Hosted at the KWANPEN Flagship Boutique in Marina
Bay Sands, the event offered guests an opportunity
to explore the finest collection of KWANPEN crocodile
leather bags with prestigious jewelry collection
showcase from The Canary Diamonds. The party then
kickstarted, where guests immersed themselves in the
vivid ambience of the lounge!
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KWANPEN seized the opportunity to exhibit the meticulous
care and expertise absolutely needed to perfect
their handmade bags. Craftsmen from the KWANPEN
workshop demonstrated the saddle stitch and edge
inking processes that go into making a handbag, and
attendees could try their hand at inking their very own
crocodile leather keychain to bring home with them as
a memento of their experience. This interactive experience
was popular among ladies and gentlemen alike!
The Canary Diamond’s enchanting display of bespoke
jewelry was overseen by the brand’s very own designer
and founders. Guests had the privilege to admire these
esteemed collection of colored gemstones and they
also gained insight into identifying and valuing these
precious stones.
The spread of food and drinks on offer was a gustatory
pleasure for the palate. Alba 1836 successfully
charmed the guests yet again with their catering effort,
creating stunning Italian-inspired canapés, such
as Basil Ricotta Mousse with Olives Powder; Arancini
with Taleggio Cheese; Homemade Cured Salmon with
sour cream; Parma Ham with Rock Melon and Tiramisu
as dessert, were served up butler-style. And of course,
with the continuous support of our Italian beverage
importer including Peroni, our guests indulged in bottomless
Bisol Belstar Prosecco, Tenute San Guido Le
Difese wine, and chilled Peroni Premium Beers.
AV One made sure to satisfy our auditory senses by
bringing in Burmester sound systems. Burmester traces
its origins back to Germany and is reputed for its
unparalleled sound quality and technological innovation.
With their aesthetic designs, the speakers rendered
the perfect complement to the lounge’s deluxe
décor.
We are honored to be part of this She’s Mercedes initiative.
We look forward to witnessing this platform
flourish and are thrilled for future collaborations!
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The Luxury Network
Australia Members
Host an Evening of
Fashion, Boating &
Champagne
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Sydney Harbour was
the perfect backdrop
for The Luxury Network
Australia members,
Victoria & Maude, event
onboard TheLuxury Boat
Syndicate’s boat, Riviera
6000.
Guests enjoyed a sunset
cruise whilst sipping on
French Vine’s exquisite
artisanal Champagne and
indulged in Simon Johnson’s
delicious cheese
platter.
Attendees had the privilege
of meeting with the
talented Victoria Maude,
CEO and designer of Victoria
& Maude, to discover
the new definition of
luxury travel with Ostrich
leather, Merino wool and
certified eco leather travel
goods – handcrafted in
Sydney and Melbourne.
Fashion, Boating and
Champagne was the perfect
recipe for a delightful
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The Luxury
Network
New Zealand
Attends The
Heineken
Urban Polo
Members of The Luxury Network New
Zealand and their extended guests
recently enjoyed an exclusive experience
at The Heineken Urban Polo on Saturday,
16th March.
With the City of Sails putting on a stunning
weather, guests were amiably greeted upon
arrival with flowing champagne, deliciously
crafted canapes, and the lively Heineken Urban
Polo premium sporting atmosphere.
The Polo itself was played on a significantly
smaller field, which allowed guests to be
as close to the action as possible. Inclusive
of several fast-paced games; guests enjoyed
watching internationally recognised players
in true Luxury Network style.
Members and guests networked underneath
a botanic masterpiece that exhibited floral
genius; in combination with white loungers,
a photo booth station, and a luxurious light
palette of interior styling infused with vibrant
greenery curated Lily and Louis.
Heletranz Helicopters ‘Eurocopter EC130’ aided
as chosen backdrop of the day with guests
posing for quick snaps aside one of the finest
in the fleet.
As a day to be remembered, The Heineken Urban
Polo doted true style, sophistication and a
premium experience for The Luxury Network
New Zealand.
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The Luxury
Network
Australia X
Ahoy Club
X Ferrari
Australasia
Event
On Thursday night, Ahoy Club,
Ferrari Australasia and The
Luxury Network Australia invited
guests to the Ahoy Clubhouse in
Double Bay to celebrate the start of the
2019 Grand Prix Season.
Whilst Ferrari showcased some of their
exclusive sport cars, including a GT-
C4LUSSO and a Portofino, Ahoy Club
introduced guests to the incredible selection
of yachts available for charter
around the globe.
A prize draw concluded the night
where one lucky attendee won an unforgettable
experience – to watch the
2019 Monaco Grand Prix aboard the
Superyacht, MISCHIEF, and four nights
accommodation at the incredible 5 star
hotel, La Reserve.
What a great evening where guests socialised,
networked and danced well
into the night surrounded by sports
cars and superyachts.
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Al-Johara:
A Network For
Extraordinary
Saudi Women
On March 27th, two weeks after
the International Women’s
Day, Al-Johara hosted its
inaugural event: a formal dinner at
the Four Seasons in Riyadh, Saudi
Arabia. Both the location and timing
of the foundational dinner was central
to its goal of bringing influential
Saudi women together to build a
network where they can share their
expertise on wealth creation, their
experience in bridging wealth and
philanthropy, and their understanding
of how women can make a social
impact globally.
Al-Johara emerged from a need
for international connection. The
founders, Katie Partridge and Nada
Bundakji, recognize the strengths
and value of female leadership in
education and business sectors, and
together, they created Al-Johara to
empower women and address social
issues perpetuated by global gender
imbalances through education
and mediation, philanthropy and
giving, and wealth creation. These
three pillars form the foundation of
the organization, and they were the
principal focus of the event. Founders,
Katie Partridge and Nada Bundakji,
opened the evening by introducing
the Al-Johara concept and
how the three pillars define the organization’s
mission. Following the
introduction, inspirational women
from around the world shared their
stories and expertise relating to education,
philanthropy, and wealth
creation.
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H.H. Princess Noura bint Mohammed
bin Saud Al Saud the Guest of
Honour for the event and Princess
Awatif bint Abdullah Al Sheikh supported
the initiative and was in attendance
for the evening. Princess
Noura applauded Al Johara for all
their efforts and commitment to
inspire Saudi women through this
international initiative which enables
them to become truly global
citizens. She expressed how she was
“very pleased to meet all the initiative
partners and looks forward to a
continuous relationship”. Her Highness
is personally an active sponsor
and contributor to initiatives
and programs supporting women’s
professional and personal development
and empowerment; the latest
of which has been the event in celebration
of the Saudi National Women’s
Day. She has also pioneered
efforts to elevate educational and
cultural support of Saudi women
across growth sectors, particularly
in their early education stages.
The UN Secretary-General’s High-
Level Panel on Women’s Economic
Empowerment identifies one of
seven drivers of women’s economic
empowerment as “strengthening
visibility, collective voice and representation”.
Al-Johara’s board of
advisors include some of the most
influential women from the UK, US,
and Canada. By growing a network
of inspiring women from the Middle
East, Europe, and North America,
Al-Johara has the transformational
potential to re-write narratives on
international female leadership to
include powerful Saudi women.
Much of the success of this event is
due to Al-Johara’s corporate sponsors:
The Luxury Network International,
Irwin Michell, Almacantar,
Saphira Group, Corinthia Hotels,
Lightfoot Travel, and Desert Technologies.
Currently, Al-Johara is
planning its next event, which will
be held in London later this year.
www.aljohara.org
Nada Bundakji:
nada@saudigulf.com
Katie Partridge:
kp@saphiragroup.com
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The Luxury Network
Australia Members and
Guests Experience the New
Silversea Silver Muse
On Monday February 4, Luxury Network
members and their guests
had the unique opportunity to experience
the Silver Muse. Guests enjoyed
canapés and drinks in the Dolce Vita and
Panorama lounges followed by a tour of the
ship.
The Luxury Network
Australia X Aspen
Snomass on board
Superyacht Vegas
On Wednesday February 27 Luxury Network
members and their guests enjoyed a superb
evening on board LK Group‘s Superyact Vegas.
Guests were treated to Champagne and canapés
whilst sailing to Williamstown and back. Aspen Snowmass
provided an overview of their resort and the
#giveaflake initiative.
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Love and Other Crimes
Maddox Gallery is delighted to present ‘Love and Other
Crimes,’ an exhibition of love-themed works by some of the
world’s most successful and instantly recognisable artists
including Banksy, The Connor Brothers, Damien Hirst, Harland
Miller, Mr Brainwash, Robert Indiana, Tracey Emin and more.
Coinciding with Valentine’s Day, ‘Love and Other Crimes’ celebrates
the raw vibrancy of humanity’s most powerful emotion. Expressed
through a variety of different mediums, from painting to
prints to sculpture, the exhibition will be comprised of over forty
arresting works, including Banksy’s ‘Girl with Balloon,’ Tracey Emin’s
‘Wanting You’, Mr Brainwash’s ‘Love Is The Answer’ and Robert
Indiana’s ‘Four Panel Love.’
Presented at our flagship Mayfair townhouse, the exhibition is a
nuanced meditation on the theme of love and all it signifies, interpreted
by some of the world’s greatest artists.
Drawing attention to the sentiment and symbolism of the word
‘love,’ the abstract conventions of romance, and the impact of
cultural icons and couples, from Charlie Chaplin featured by Mr.
Brainwash to Damien Hirst’s Mickey and Minnie Mouse, the exhibition
details our complex relationship to love, both in an historical
sense and also a personal one.
Kick-starting Maddox Gallery’s exciting programme of events and
exhibitions for 2019, ‘Love and Other Crimes’ is a playful examination
of the universal feeling of love, and the joy and wit it injects
into our lives.
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Motorclassica – Melbourne’s Grand Pageant
For Australia’s Automotive Elite
Paul Mathers is one of a small
team which every year brings
together one of Australia’s
most prestigious and beautiful
events. As the Director of Motorclassica,
his remit is clear – to bring
to light in Melbourne’s iconic, world
heritage-listed Royal Exhibition
Building – the very best and most
covetable examples of “rolling art”
Australia has to offer, for its most
discerning, high end collectors.
The Australian International Concours
d’Elegance, or Motorclassica
for short, is the southern hemisphere’s
biggest and most important
beauty pageant for classic,
vintage, veteran and exotic automobiles,
and second only to the
Australian Grand Prix as the glamour,
society event of the year for
Australia’s elite.
Celebrating its 10th year in 2019,
it’s no mean feat pulling together
the elements of Motorclassica’s
annual festival of motoring for its
small team of event professionals
and motoring enthusiasts. Nevertheless,
every year they succeed in
surprising their audience and the
event continues to prove a valuable
soapbox for brands like Mercedes-Benz,
Ferrari, McLaren, TAG
Heuer, Longines, Pommery and
Mitchelton Wines to promote their
brands and entertain new and existing
customers in a unique and
rarified environment.
Over $80 million worth of cars and
motorcycles form a backdrop for a
range of sponsorship and corporate
hospitality options for those
who wish to engage with an Australia-wide
audience of business leaders,
entrepreneurs and captains of
industry all united by a common
love of exquisite design and engineering
marvels. Paul and his team
work very closely with potential
new sponsors to create tailored,
bespoke opportunities which offer
“money can’t buy” cache.
“From sponsorship of the popular
opening night cocktail party
for over 500 guests, to the more
intimate 10th anniversary dinner,
our offerings are only limited by
your imagination”, he says. “And for
those companies looking for promotional,
lead generating or direct
sales opportunities, our expo provides
an opportunity to meet our
high-value audience face to face.
For destinations, apparel, watches,
antiques and lifestyle brands, exhibiting
is an ideal way of interacting
with this hard-to-get-to consumer
market”.
Motorclassica might be seven
months away, but it’s all systems
go for Paul and his team. With anniversary
celebrations for Bentley,
Citroen, Alvis, Abarth and Mini, and
with a special first-time tribute
to the history of Japanese sports
cars featuring the $1 million+ Toyota
2000GT, this 10th anniversary
event is sure to be unmissable.
Motorclassica will be held at the
Royal Exhibition Building from 11th
to 13th October with opening night
on Thursday 10th October. For
sponsorship or exhibitor enquiries
please contact Event Director, Paul
Mathers at pmathers@etf.com.au
or visit www.motorclassica.com.au
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Luxury Boat Syndicates Provide Cost
Effective, Time Efficient Boat Ownership
Smart People Share..
Introducing luxury boat ownership in the share
economy. Luxury Boat Syndicates provides cost
effective, time efficient boat ownership. Most boat
owners use their boats for an average of 14 days a year
– their boats sit idle for 351 days. They also need to
find a berth and arrange servicing, maintenance, fuelling
and cleaning which all require significant time
and effort.
At Luxury Boat Syndicates you pay an eighth of the
boat purchase price and have 43 days a year (plus
standby days) to enjoy your boat. We look after berthing,
servicing, maintenance, cleaning and fuelling and
your boat is ready for you when you need it. Skippering,
catering and even corporate entertainment can be
arranged to make owning your boat immensely enjoyable
and stress free. Buy a boat with Luxury Boat Syndicates
to minimise the fuss and cost of boat ownership
and maximise the enjoyment!
For more information visit: www.luxuryboatsyndicates.
com.au
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The Big Red Group and the Experience Economy:
Trading the Currency of Human Connection
The Big Red Group (BRG) operates
in the experiences industry,
and is parent company to
businesses RedBalloon (Australia
and New Zealand), Adrenaline,
Marketics (Albert AI), and Redii.
com. BRG delivers the framework,
platforms and services to each of
the separate businesses, which allows
us to invest capital in our people,
technology and growth. Each
business benefits directly from the
combined resources of the group,
and this management structure allows
them to focus on delivering
great experiences. It is our shared
sense of purpose that unites our
teams. Our businesses shift the
way people experience life.
Our world is changing, and where
people choose to spend their time,
money and energy is shifting. More
people are doing more experiences
than at any other time in history.
Experiences as a sector of the
economy is talked about in the media
and researched extensively, as
you will see throughout this document.
There is a natural progression to
everything; economies are no exception.
From Agrarian to Industrial,
Service to Experiential – the
global economy is changing. Focus
has shifted from delivering goods
and services, into the space of creating
and staging experiences that
elevate the customer experience
beyond a mere transaction, and
into the realm of true value exchange
between consumers and
business. Similarly, for business:
Cash bonuses and branded stress
balls simply don’t create a commu-
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nity or culture – it is connection
that creates engagement and engenders
trust, with both customers
and employees.
This shift to experiences is being
driven by a number of macro factors:
The continued growth of online
retail; an increase in Millennial
purchasing power and Baby Boomer
expenditure on travel and experiences;
consumer expectations of
personalisation and engagement;
the further proliferation of technology,
including a continued shift
from desktop to mobile ecommerce;
alongside the ever-growing
trend to shareable social content.
There are also a number of large
global players who are educating
consumers about the power of experiences,
which is creating a halo
effect – not only on the ‘things to do
industry’, but as a thread impacting
the very nature of how retailers operate
and engage with consumers.
How does Nike bring its brand to
life? Just do it. Not, ‘Just buy it’.
So the notion of an ‘experience
economy’ urges me to reflect on
the inherent value of doing something
over owning something. The
former being far more valuable.
This is why the Big Red Group has
produced a white paper, looking at
the impact of experiences on the
global and local economy. From everyday
activities to truly luxurious
experiences, there’s no doubt that
the progression of economic value
we see manifested in the demand
for experiences is here to stay.
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“I think of the moment an experience creates – the
memory, the emotional connection. No one recalls
with a thrill the parking, the queues or the soggy
burger in the rain they ate at Disneyland. But they
do remember the parade, the music, the smells,
the sights; that moment on top of the rollercoaster
where everyone was wide eyed and smiling…
Experiences create connections and bonds like
nothing else. And that is what the ‘experience economy’
trades – it’s the currency of connection,”
David Anderson
Big Red Group CEO and Co-Founder.
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Two of The Luxury Network Australia’s Members
Celebrate their Partnership
What a truly exceptional
evening on-board the impressive
103ft Superyacht
Oneworld to celebrate the The Luxury
Network’s exciting partnership
between Australian Superyachts
and Aspen Ski Company.
Following on from January’s successful
winter apres event in snowy
Aspen, guests were invited to enjoy
a summery evening of elegance,
cocktails and canapés onboard Superyahct
Oneworld at the Jones
Bay Wharf dock.
Guests were indulged by Simon
Johnson and Cafe Sydney ex-chef
Matt Bates Grazing Table and Capanes.
The Beluga VodkaMartini
and Pommery Champagne Bar
were also a big success with all who
were onboard.
The seamless and impeccable night
was definitely one to remember.
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The Speakeasy Group Launches Crowd
Funding Campaign
In a super exciting announcement
for our loyal guests and
fellow fans of all things cocktail,
whisky and good times you can
now own your very own piece of
The Speakeasy Group!
In this Australian hospitality first,
The Speakeasy Group is selling
off 10% of the company (Incl. the
Groups 6 venues) through a crowdfunding
campaign.
Funds raised will go towards new
exciting venues and collaborations
already in the pipeline for our expanding
boutique hospitality group
including the opening announcement
of Nick and Nora’s Melbourne.
Come along for the ride as co owners
with Owners Privileges and
Yearly Dividends for investments
for as little as $500 and up to
$10,000 including a VIP invitation
to Nick and Nora’s Opening night in
early 2020.
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B2B Networking
Hosted by
Rolls-Royce and
The Luxury
Network UAE
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars AGMC welcomed the official
members of The Luxury Network UAE to
The Rolls-Royce Boutique for an afternoon of
engagement & boutique networking.
Mamdouh Khairallah, General Manager of Rolls-Royce
Motor Cars AGMC, took guests on a tour of the boutique
and showcased some of Rolls-Royce’s Bespoke
capabilities.
Some of The Luxury Network members who were
present during the afternoon were XXII Carat, Ascots
& Chapels, Sobha, Masterpiece International, Seba Jamal,
Huriya Private, and Evoke International. An exquisite
choice of canapés and drinks were served to the
attendees. Everyone appreciated the initiative made
by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars AGMC and The Luxury
Network team to present a successful B2B networking
event.
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Bella Flora, A world leading Flower supplier and designer for mega events and royal weddings. Mr. Chafik
Noureddine is a Lebanese business man who moved to Qatar in 2004 to establish his business in the field
of flowers and plantation nurseries and growers which is a family business since 1952 in Lebanon till today.
In 2005 Bella Flora shined in the local market of Doha as one of most luxurious
and prestigious flower supplier.
With more than 40 royal and Vip weddings and events on monthly basis, Bella flora is considered the leading
flower importer, distributor and supplier in Qatar.
Working with all Famous wedding organizers and events planners in Qatar, like Le Mariage, The planners and
many more. Bella flora imports more than 250 tones of flowers per year from Holland, Ecuador, Colombia,
Kenya, Sirilanka, and Thailand.
With a strong vision and determination, Mr. Chafik is expending his business to partner in a new market
in Dubai and to establish a new Bella Flora headquarter in Paris by Mid 2019.
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Chafik Noureddine, Bella Flora Owner
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The Luxury Network Summit 2019
Commenced with Success
The Luxury Network Summit is yet another project
created by The Luxury Network’s Global
CEO, H.E. Fares Ghattas. Following the official
launch of the network’s Turkish office, the first edition
of the annual summit was victoriously celebrated last
April 26-27 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Ghost courtesy of Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul,
and Maserati Ghibli displayed on-site, a one-of-akind
fashion show by the Moroccan fashion designer
In the morning of April 26th, the first day of the summit
started with a networking breakfast at 8:30 am at
the Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul. After having
their breakfast, all of the lucky guests were taken by a
stunning yacht to Beykoz Kundura.
To sum up the first day of the event, a 6-course menu
private dinner was prepared for the guests by The
Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul, at their elegant meeting room,
Cam, while they got mesmerized with the amazing
view of Bosphorus.
Some of the memorable experiences prepared for
the attendees during the summit were unique B2B
networking activities, private dinner in a historical
mansion, photo opportunities with a Rolls-Royce
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Meriem Belkhayat, an informative forum presented by
some of the world’s most affluent names, and a showcase
of luxury products and services by Mesa Mesken
and Gilan Jewelry. A fragrance workshop was organized
by MG International Fragrance Company for an
olfactory journey for The Luxury Network’s guests.
A day prior to The Luxury Network Summit, an exquisite
private dinner was graciously hosted by Demet Sabancı
in her beautiful mansion that was magnificently
built during the 1700s. The whole TLN global executives
were invited to the mansion, together with some of the
esteemed guests of the summit.
During the second day of the summit, the impeccable
fashion talks were hosted at the Sait Halim Paşa Mansion.
Several topics about the latest trends in fashion
and media during this digital era were discussed during
the forum. The Luxury Network did a spectacular job
in putting together a group of powerful forum panelists
that include: Meriem Belkhayat, Amal Almeen, Ezra
and Tuba Çetin, Nihat Odabasi, Sophie Hussein, and
Alia Alhamed.
The agenda of the summit focused on the opportunities
that can arise in the luxury industry in Asia and
Europe. A strong list of high-profile speakers, moderators,
and presenters delivered during the event:
• Adel Aref: Director of Cabinet of the Paris Saint Germain
FC
• Ahmad Sabra: RTS Investments Group, Board Member
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• Ahmad Sulaiman: CEO of AS Hair Experts
• Alia Alhamed: Founder of IT Creative Group
• Amal Ameen: Fashion Tycoon & Buyer
• Anand Vengurlekar: INSEAD Business School CCO
• Andreas Dripke: Diplomatic Council CEO to the United
Nations
• Angelo Bucarelli: Artist
• Anna Kalashnikova: Artist
• Aylin Gözen: Diamond High Council Jewellery Consultant
• Ayşe Ege: Dice Kayek Fashion Designer
• Cemalettin Akgül: Maestro Global, Founder
• Cynthia Wee: Senior Partner of Vision Advisory
• Demet Sabancı Çetindoğan: Demsa Group Chairman
• Diana Verde: Positive Luxury CEO
• Dilek Hanif: Fashion Designer
• Erdem Akcıl: The Luxury Network Turkey CEO
• Erhan Boysanoğlu: Chairman of Mesa Holding
• Esmer Erdem: Design Connection Founder
• Ezra Çetin: Fashion Designer
• Ferhan Geylan: Gilan Jewellery Founder
• Fflur Roberts: Global Luxury Manager for EuroMonitor
UK
• Güvenç Kiliç: Hiref Co-Founder
• H.E Fares Ghattas: The Luxury Network Global CEO
• Karen Boustany: Writer, TV Host, Owner of Eyestrategy
• Leah Tedrow: Evoke Int. CEO
• Marriam Musalli: Niche Arabia Founder
• Meriem Belkhayat: Fashion Designer
• Nihat Odabaşı: Photographer and Director
• Seda Domaniç: Vogue Turkey Editor in Chief
• Sedef Senar: Stratejist Communications Agency Founder
• Simge Fıstıkoğlu Tavukçuoğlu: NTV News Anchor
• Tamer Ceylan: Artist
• Thierry Bayle: Global Fashion Management Founder
• Tuba Çetin: Fashion Designer
When asked about the purpose of the summit, The
Luxury Network Turkey General Director, Erdem Akçıl
said:
“In the new economy of luxury, we create great
opportunities and collaborations, including medium-sized
brands. We are capable of bringing together
a hotel and a car brand, a jewel and a brand
of cosmetics, and many more. We strongly believe
that Istanbul has more share in the cake of luxury
summits globally. Our summit can produce a number
of unique partnerships and it will be the meeting
point of VIPs in various luxury sectors. That’s why,
we brought together the giant personalities of fashion,
retail, arts, entertainment, and yachting industries
to Istanbul.”
The 2-day summit was wrapped up through a boat
tour around Bosphorus and a dazzling celebratory after-party
especially prepared for the wonderful guests.
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According to Mr. Fares:
“Turkey is a nation with a strong and vibrant cultural
heritage. Its most populous city, Istanbul, is
nothing but a perfect destination for The Luxury
Network Summit 2019. Istanbul offers the most
beautiful views of Turkey, finest Turkish cuisine,
and the most upscale experiences. We will always
be thankful to each brand and individuals who supported
us in every new venture we present to the
world, our goal is to maintain the good relationship
we have with our offices, member brands, and collaborative
partners, that believe in our vision and
support us in every possible way. We hope to exceed
the expectations of our valued followers by creating
more unique events in the future such as The Luxury
Network Summit.”
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