DEPARTURES PROMOTION 77_Q414_DEP_UK_ADV_LONDON_Cover.indd 77 20.10.14 16:25 collection is on display, as well as Hirsh, just off Old Bond, where the 34-year-old family firm opened its flagship last year, not to mention the range of world-beating jewellers on New Bond: Graff, which recently debuted its Wedding collection; Boodles, , where the Ocean of Dreams high jewellery collection has been making a splash; Chopard, , who also has a year-old high jewellery boutique in the Dorchester; young brand Adler, which is looking forward to its seventh Graff’s august flagship store on New Bond Street Patek Philippe Chiming Jump Hour Breguet Classique Tourbillon A necklace from Montblanc‘s Bohème Red Gold Collection Backes & Strauss Piccadilly Under Cover BUSTLING BURLINGTON A London landmark that will celebrate its 200th anniversary later this decade, the Burlington Arcade is not only Europe’s oldest major shopping passage, but it might also be its most exciting. This season sees six new boutiques join the starstudded roster: Chanel is the biggest of the names, bringing its inimitable fragrance, beauty and accessories collections while other newcomers include French watchmaker Bell & Ross, Paris-based A-list milliner Maison Michel, swimwear and lingerie label Eres, historic Scottish knitwear brand Barrie and British handmade luggage specialist Moncrief. The arcade’s grand entrance and wood-fronted galleries DEPARTURES PROMOTION CONTRIBUTORS CAMERON-JAMES WILSON “RETRO REVIVAL”, page 72 “A 1970s brief was a little daunting for me – a self-confessed sci-fi obsessed geek, born in the 1980s. However, the puzzle pieces slowly fell into place,” says Wilson, who has also photographed for Cosmopolitan and Glossy magazines. “Arriving at the Mondrian hotel, you are awash with the decadence of a bygone era: the strong 1970s feel mixed with a modern twist was exactly right and also extremely inspiring – two rare things when shooting on location.” TOM PARKER BOWLES “LIMA”, page 86 As a food writer, Parker Bowles had long heard Peruvian cuisine was the “next big thing”. He didn’t buy it. Then he went to Lima. “It’s way better than the merely transient” food fad, he says, particularly the Quechuan anticuchos – marinated and grilled slices of beef heart – at Anticuchos de la Tia Grimanesa. “They’re beautifully beefy, with a wonderful fresh chilli sauce. There are only a few seats, of course, and always queues.” It’s worth it. ELISA VALLATA “SHAPE SHIFTERS”, page 45 “I’ve been dying to cover contemporary jewellery designers – creative minds who think outside the box to create something I would definitely wear,” says Vallata, style editor for Departures. “I love precious ornaments, but, like most women, I have a very particular taste, and the classics don’t really suit my personality. I have a soft spot for bold, geometric pieces, like the ones by these extraordinary nine designers featured in this issue.” XAVIER YOUNG “ENAMOURED OF EXACTITUDE”, page 82 The London-based photographer, who regularly shoots for Departures, brought a personal touch to this issue’s chronograph story based on the legend of William Tell. “We were very lucky that international model and kung fu expert Oliver Affleck was able to fly in from Brisbane for our archery-themed shoot. He is nine years old – and as well as having nerves of steel happens to be my nephew.” Young has contributed to titles that include Marie Claire and The Sunday Times Style. JIM CLARKE “COLD AS ICE”, page 92 “It had been ten years since I was last in Niagara, and I was thrilled by the high quality of the dry wines, the sophistication of the dining scene and the number of new, boutique producers standing on the shoulders of the pioneers’ great work,” says Clarke of his recent trip to Canada to research for this issue’s story on icewines. A longtime sommelier in New York City, his writings on wine, beer and spirits have appeared in the World of Fine Wine and Details, among other publications. KEEP IN TOUCH We welcome your comments and recommendations, which we may edit for clarity and space. Contact us at letters@departures-international.com. THE KEY All prices are in British pounds, euros or American dollars unless otherwise specified. Hotel is a member of Fine Hotels & Resorts Establishment is either cash only or does not accept American Express cards. Online extras at departures-international.com follow DEPARTURES magazine on Twitter@DeparturesInt Setting the Record Straight In our last issue’s “Capital to Covet” feature, we misstated the age of venerable jeweller Adler. Dating to 1886, the brand opened its London boutique 30 years ago. We regret the error. adler-joailliers.com 14 DEPARTURES-INTERNATIONAL.COM
