First Class Magazine - First Class Magazine USA is an award-winning national luxury print publication connecting the world's finest luxury brands with America's most affluent homeowners and high-value consumers. Unlike traditional publications that rely primarily on newsstands or general circulation, First Class Magazine is strategically distributed directly to affluent households and select luxury locations — placing the magazine directly in the hands of consumers who live in some of America's most prestigious communities. Our platform combines premium editorial content, highly targeted direct-mail distribution, luxury lifestyle storytelling, and exclusive experiences to create a powerful connection between luxury brands and an affluent audience. Audience & Reach 175,000 affluent luxury households 805,000 total readership Target audience: affluent homeowners, luxury consumers, executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and high-value households Primary residential targeting: $2 million+ residential properties Average reader age: 48 National reach with a strong regional emphasis on Texas and Florida Curated Distribution First Class Magazine is strategically delivered to carefully selected households in some of America's most prestigious residential communities, including: Texas Highland Park, Dallas University Park / Park Cities, Dallas Preston Hollow, Dallas River Oaks, Houston Post Oak / Uptown, Houston Additional affluent communities throughout Texas Northeast Scarsdale, New York Rye, New York Greenwich, Connecticut Additional affluent communities throughout the Northeast California Beverly Hills Bel-Air, Los Angeles Atherton Additional luxury communities throughout California Southeast & Other Key Markets Palm Beach, Florida Naples, Florida Bal Harbour / Miami, Florida Buckhead, Atlanta McLean, Virginia Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Chicago's Gold Coast Paradise Valley, Arizona Distribution also extends through private clubs, luxury hotels, concierge partners, private aviation terminals, and other strategically selected luxury environments nationwide. How First Class Magazine Reaches Its Audience The core of our distribution strategy is targeted direct mail. Rather than placing copies in public locations and hoping the right consumer picks one up, First Class Magazine identifies affluent residential communities and delivers the publication directly to qualified households — reaching consumers where they live, and creating a more personal, premium connection with the reader. Example: Dallas Distribution As an example of our targeted distribution model, approximately 10,000 copies are strategically distributed within the Dallas market as follows: Highland Park & Old Preston Hollow: 5,500 copies University Park / Park Cities: 2,000 copies Bluffview: 800 copies Devonshire: 700 copies Greenway Parks / Lakewood: 500 copies Private clients, private aviation terminals, and luxury hotels: 500 copies This illustrates how First Class Magazine concentrates distribution within specific high-value residential communities rather than relying on broad, untargeted circulation. Our Distribution Philosophy First Class Magazine is designed to reach America's most affluent households where they live, work, travel, and spend their leisure time. Our distribution strategy focuses on: Affluent homeowners $2M+ residential properties Luxury consumers High-net-worth households Private clubs Luxury hotels and resorts Concierge networks Private aviation terminals Premium lifestyle environments What First Class Magazine Represents First Class Magazine USA is more than a luxury publication — it is a premium media and marketing platform for luxury brands. We connect brands in categories such as luxury real estate, automobiles, aviation, travel, jewelry, watches, fashion, design, fine dining, financial services, hospitality, and other premium lifestyle sectors with a highly targeted affluent audience. Our combination of luxury editorial, targeted direct-mail distribution, premium print, and exclusive experiences gives brands the opportunity to become part of the lifestyle of their ideal customer. In One Sentence First Class Magazine USA is an award-winning national luxury print publication that delivers premium editorial and luxury brand experiences directly to America's most affluent households through highly targeted distribution across the country's most prestigious communities.
It all began with love.
There are many ways to build a luxury company. You can inherit a fortune, build an empire, or have a brilliant idea at exactly the right moment. Or, sometimes, you simply want someone you love to sleep better.
In 1899, British engineer James Marshall set out to make his seriously ill wife more comfortable. His solution was revolutionary: a mattress built with individually pocketed springs, allowing each spring to respond independently to the body. What began as an act of care would become one of the most important innovations in the history of sleep, and the foundation of what would eventually become Vispring. Marshall’s invention arrived in Britain in 1901, when John Nolon and Frederick James established the Marshall Sanitary Mattress Company in London. As the new century ushered in grand hotels, luxury travel and legendary ocean liners, the demand for exceptional comfort followed.
Luxury at sea
In April 1912, the RMS Titanic embarked on its historic maiden voyage. Among its First Class passengers were some of the most prominent names of the era, surrounded by magnificent suites, elegant dining rooms and an extraordinary level of personal service. According to Vispring’s history, its mattresses were aboard the Titanic, including in the ship’s First Class accommodations. And perhaps that detail reveals something essential about luxury. The grand dining rooms, jewelry and architecture could be admired by many. But a mattress belonged to an entirely different kind of luxury—the private kind experienced when the door closes and the world disappears. After dinner, after conversation, after the evening's glamour, every passenger eventually returned to bed. And there, comfort became personal.
125 Years later, the standard remains
The Titanic is now history. The world that created her is gone. But the desire for exceptional comfort has never disappeared. It simply came home. Today, luxury may mean a private jet instead of an ocean liner, a spa suite instead of a grand hotel, or a beautifully designed primary residence instead of a First Class cabin. Yet the principle remains unchanged: when you are surrounded by exceptional things, you recognize the difference between ordinary and extraordinary. You notice craftsmanship. Materials. Detail. And, most importantly, how something makes you feel. For more than 125 years, that philosophy has remained at the heart of Vispring. Today, nearly 200 craftspeople in Plymouth, England, continue to handcraft every mattress using techniques refined across generations. Each is made to order, combining individually pocketed vanadium-steel springs with exceptional natural materials such as British wool, Shetland wool, cashmere and horsehair. Spring types, gauges, configurations and comfort levels can be customized to suit the individual. Some designs incorporate two or even three layers of individually pocketed springs. This is craftsmanship meeting personalization. Because modern luxury is not necessarily about owning what everyone else owns. It is about owning something made exclusively for you.
The Quietest Luxury
Vispring has accompanied extraordinary journeys for more than a century, from legendary ocean liners to royal residences, luxury hotels, superyachts and private aircraft. The destinations have changed. The promise has not. Uncompromising comfort. We spend months designing our homes, selecting natural stone, custom cabinetry, lighting, art and furnishings. Yet the one place where we spend nearly a third of our lives is often overlooked. A mattress is not simply something you purchase. It is something you live with every night. With reversible designs, handcrafted construction and exceptional durability, Vispring approaches sleep with the same philosophy that has defined the brand for 125 years: quality should transcend trends. Because true luxury is rarely the loudest. It is found in the things that quietly improve your life, night after night, year after year. And perhaps there is no greater example than the place where every new day begins. Vispring is more than where you sleep. It is where life quietly begins again every morning.
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125 Years of
Vispring Craftsmanship
THE ART OF SLEEP
HAUTE COUTURE
FALL WINTER 2026
CHANEL
There are women who read fairy tales to escape their lives, and then there are women who wear Chanel and make their lives look like one. For Fall Winter 2026 Haute Couture, Matthieu Blazy takes us somewhere between Gabrielle Chanel’s private library and the perfectly manicured streets of a very exclusive neighborhood. It is a world of secrets behind closed doors, mysterious little details, impeccable appearances and women whose clothes may be saying far more than they ever would over coffee. Inspired by a small book found in Gabrielle Chanel’s library, Les Fées, contes des contes, Matthieu Blazy imagines a collection where fairy tales become a language for exploring the lives of women. Here, fashion is not simply something we put on before stepping into the world. It becomes a reflection of everything we carry with us once we do. And perhaps that is what makes this collection feel so enchanting. Because beneath the polished surface of every beautifully dressed woman, there is always something more. A secret. A memory. A little bit of magic.
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ONCE UPON A CHANEL
News
GUERLAIN REVISITS AN ICON:
THE HOUR
BETWEEN DAY
AND NIGHT
– GUERLAIN REIMAGINES L’HEURE BLEUE -
There is a moment in Paris when the day begins to disappear, the sky turns blue, and the city seems to pause between light and darkness. In 1912, Jacques Guerlain experienced that fleeting atmosphere from the Pont-Neuf. Captivated by the particular light of l’heure bleue, the blue hour, he sought to transform the sensation into fragrance. The result was L’Heure Bleue, a creation inspired not by a place, but by a feeling. More than a century later, Guerlain returns to that legendary composition with a new interpretation by Delphine Jelk, the Maison’s Director of Fragrance Creation.
At the heart of the new expression is an exclusive iris tincture developed especially for Guerlain. Created from carefully selected iris rhizomes cultivated in Italy, the ingredient represents three years of research at the Maison’s Orphin manufacture. Through the traditional Guerlain technique of tincturing—macerating a natural ingredient in alcohol—the iris reveals a fresh, airy facet.
Iris and orange blossom remain central to the composition, while vanilla brings the warmth and depth that have long defined the Guerlain olfactory signature. The result is familiar yet renewed: a contemporary interpretation that preserves the soul of the original while allowing it to breathe differently.
A BOTTLE INSPIRED BY THE SKY
The story continues with the bottle. Originally designed by Georges Chevalier for Baccarat in 1912, L’Heure Bleue’s iconic inverted-heart silhouette has become an emblem of Guerlain heritage. For the new interpretation, the shape is reimagined in a delicate blue gradient inspired by the sky at twilight.
Gold accents, a textured blue ring and refined contemporary lines give the bottle a modern elegance, while its refillable construction reflects a more enduring approach to luxury.
More than a fragrance, this new L’Heure Bleue is a conversation between past and present, a century-old vision revisited through today's artistry, craftsmanship and innovation.
The original L’Heure Bleue, created in 1912, remains part of Guerlain’s Légendaires collection. Some moments are impossible to hold. Guerlain simply found a way to capture one in a bottle.
TOP 10
Interior Designers
of the year!
TOP TEN INTERIOR DESIGNERS
THESE ARE ARTISTS WHO UNDERSTAND THAT GREAT DESIGN IS ABOUT FAR MORE THAN BEAUTIFUL OBJECTS. IT IS ABOUT VISION, EMOTION, AND THE ABILITY TO TRANSFORM A SPACE INTO SOMETHING DEEPLY PERSONAL.
JAN SHOWERS - JAN SHOWERS & ASSOCIATES INC
BRYAN YATES - YATES DESYGN
EDDIE MAESTRI - MAESTRI STUDIO
JEAN LIU - JEAN LIU DESIGN
CAMERON DRINKWATER - CAMERON DRINKWATER INTERIORS
PHILIP THOMAS VANDERFORD - STUDIO THOMAS JAMES
ASHLEY AVREA CATHEY - AVREA AND COMPANY
KRISTEN WOOLERY - WOOLERY ASSOCIATES
EMILY SUMMERS - EMILY SUMMERS DESIGN ASSOCIATES
GARY RIGGS - GARY RIGGS DESIGN
JEAN SCHLUMBERGER
– THE MASTER WHO REDEFINED HIGH JEWELRY-
In Alsace, France, in 1907, Jean Schlumberger was born into a prominent family of textile manufacturers. His future, at least according to his parents, appeared to be woven into the family business, a life of structure, commerce and responsibility. But there was something else taking shape in the young Jean: an obsession with drawing. He drew constantly. Perhaps it was the beginning of a rebellion so quiet that no one recognized it at first. While his family imagined a respectable career, Schlumberger was already looking at the world differently. Where others saw an object, he saw a possibility. Where others saw nature, he saw movement, color and fantasy waiting to be transformed. His parents, hoping to steer him toward a more conventional future, sent him to Berlin in the 1930s to pursue a career in banking. But Jean Schlumberger was never meant to spend his life counting numbers. He was meant to imagine worlds.
The Making of an Artist: In his early twenties, Schlumberger moved to Paris, the city that would awaken his artistic soul. Here, surrounded by the restless energy of 1930s Paris, he found himself drawn to fashion, art and the eccentric beauty of the unexpected. He worked for the French couturier Lucien Lelong before joining an art publishing house. But it was outside the traditional institutions of art where his imagination truly flourished. Schlumberger loved antiques, yet he did not have the means to collect them in the way a wealthy connoisseur might. So he went searching elsewhere, through the Marché aux Puces, Paris’s famous flea market, where forgotten treasures waited among relics of another era.
Serpents. Cherubs. Colored glass. Fragments of Victoriana.
And then, one day, he discovered flowers from an old Meissen porcelain chandelier. To someone else, they might have been simply beautiful remnants of a forgotten object. To Schlumberger, they were jewelry. He transformed the porcelain flowers into elegant clips for his sophisticated circle of friends. The response was immediate. Soon, commissions began arriving. The young artist who had been sent to Berlin to become a banker had quietly found his true profession. Jewelry.
His talent spread through Paris, and Schlumberger opened an atelier on rue de la Boétie, quickly becoming a sought-after designer among the city’s elite. In 1937, fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli discovered his work and invited him to design buttons and costume jewelry for her collections. His creations, animals, shells, cherubs, fruit and insects, were playful, surreal and unmistakably alive. It was also during this period that the legendary Vogue editor Diana Vreeland took notice of him. Schlumberger was no longer simply making jewelry. He was creating a language.
A World Without Boundaries: For Schlumberger, the boundaries between fashion, nature, sculpture and jewelry barely existed. A flower could become a sun. A starfish could become a star. A bird’s feathers could transform into an angel’s wing. His imagination moved freely between the animal, vegetable and mineral worlds, creating fantastical hybrids that seemed to belong nowhere, and everywhere. His work was inspired by deep-water shells, exotic plants, marine life and birds, but nature was never merely copied. It was reinvented. He once explained his philosophy simply: “I want to capture the irregularity of the universe.” That sentence may be the key to understanding his genius.
He was not interested in perfect symmetry. He wanted movement. He wanted surprise. He wanted jewelry that appeared to be growing, unfolding or caught in the instant before it moved again. His designs began not in a workshop, but on paper. Entirely self-taught, Schlumberger used pen, India ink and gouache on delicate tracing paper, creating drawings with an almost sculptural sense of volume. His sketches were not technical instructions alone; they were visions of another world.
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Jean Schlumberger. PHOTO: © TIFFANY & CO.
The quiet escape
- NIRJHARA BALI -
by Ismael Vence
It’s 5:17 a.m., my flight is about to board, and I’m still on my way to the airport. At this hour, you begin questioning every life decision that led you to an airport before sunrise. Coffee becomes a personality trait, luggage feels unnecessarily heavy, and the idea of spending the next several hours in the air suddenly seems slightly insane. Then I remember one very important thing: Global Entry. What a great idea. Fast-forward through security, boarding, airports, time zones and that strange state of mind that
only happens somewhere between the first airplane meal and realizing you have absolutely no idea what time it is. Eventually, Bali appears. And after all those hours of flying, the journey begins to feel worth every minute.
Our destination is Nirjhara, in Tabanan, on Bali’s southwest coast. Unlike the more energetic parts of the island, Tabanan feels as though someone quietly turned down the volume. Here, rice fields, jungle and working villages replace the crowds and traffic of Bali’s better-known southern destinations. Nirjhara is surrounded by rice paddies, jungle and flowing water, with the coast, Tanah Lot and Kedungu Beach all within easy reach. The transfer from Ngurah Rai International Airport takes approximately 90 minutes, which, after being in the air for what feels like an entire chapter of my life, is just long enough to make me even more excited to arrive.
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Nancy's Hustle
TOP TEN RESTAURANTS
From chic daytime dresses to sophisticated evening pieces, La Silla Hills has crafted a collection that celebrates femininity, versatility, and the natural world. Whether you’re strolling through city streets or enjoying a weekend getaway, this collection promises to be a wardrobe staple for those who appreciate understated elegance with an eco-conscious twist.
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A private cruise along the Mediterranean Coast
THE ART OF PRIVATE YACHTING
For many Highland Park families, who understand that luxury is measured in experiences, few moments compare to stepping aboard a private yacht, where time slows, the horizon expands, and every detail is tailored exclusively for you. The world's most exceptional journeys rarely begin at an airport. Instead, they begin with the quiet arrival at a private marina, where a beautifully crafted yacht awaits to carry its guests beyond the ordinary.
Today, the world's leading yacht builders, including Sanlorenzo, Feadship, and Lürssen; have transformed private cruising into one of the most coveted expressions of modern luxury. Their yachts are not simply vessels; they are floating residences where bespoke design, impeccable service, and complete privacy come together in perfect harmony.
Imagine spending an afternoon cruising along the French Riviera, the Amalfi Coast, the Greek Islands, or the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean. A dedicated captain charts a personalized itinerary while your private chef prepares a lunch inspired by local flavors. Between secluded coves and hidden beaches, guests enjoy paddleboarding, snorkeling, or simply relaxing on expansive sun decks with a glass of champagne in hand.
Every moment is intentionally curated. Morning coffee served on the bow as the sun rises over the sea. Afternoon swims in secluded bays accessible only by tender. Sunset cocktails accompanied by panoramic views that few will ever experience. It is luxury defined not by extravagance, but by freedom.
For families, a private yacht offers something increasingly rare: uninterrupted time together. Without schedules, crowds, or distractions, every destination becomes an opportunity to reconnect, celebrate milestones, or simply enjoy the privilege of slowing down.
For couples, the experience becomes an intimate escape where every detail, from the itinerary to the cuisine, is designed around shared moments rather than fixed plans.
Increasingly, discerning travelers are choosing private charters over traditional luxury resorts, valuing exclusivity, flexibility, and personalized service above all else. It is a way of traveling that places privacy and experience at the center of every journey.
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While exploring the Mediterranean, New England, Alaska, or the Caribbean, a private yacht charter offers one of the most memorable ways to experience the world’s coastlines. For Highland Park families accustomed to exceptional hospitality, the next great destination may not be a hotel at all, but a private yacht waiting just beyond the dock. Because true luxury isn’t about where you stay, it’s about how you experience the journey.
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"The world's finest journeys are not measured by the miles you travel, but by the memories you create with those you love."
The Studio
Mayfair Dinner
in The Hamptons
DEVORAH ROSE AND
KALETA BLAFFER JOHNSON
HOST THE STUDIO MAYFAIR DINNER IN THE HAMPTONS
On a warm Hamptons evening, The Studio Mayfair brought its signature sense of style and conviviality to an intimate dinner party hosted by Devorah Rose and Kaleta Blaffer Johnson. Set against the effortless backdrop of summer, the gathering brought together a chic mix of friends and guests for an evening centered on good food, lively conversation, and a touch of London-meets-East-Coast glamour. Guests were welcomed with Malfy Gin Spritz cocktails, the bright, refreshing serves perfectly suited to the relaxed summer mood. As the evening unfolded, glasses clinked over dinner and conversation flowed late into the night, creating the kind of spontaneous, memorable atmosphere that defines a great Hamptons gathering. With Rose and Blaffer Johnson at the helm, the dinner captured The Studio Mayfair’s distinctive spirit: sophisticated yet relaxed, social without being overly formal, and always with an eye for the details that make an occasion feel special. It was a quintessential Hamptons summer night, sunset, cocktails, stylish company, and a table that lingered long after dinner was served.
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The Green House
– EVERY BEAUTIFUL GARDEN KEEPS A SECRET -
Every beautiful home hides a story. Some begin with a carefully chosen sofa, others with a childhood memory that never quite lets go.
For Christian Dior, that story started in the winter garden of Villa Les Rhumbs in Granville, where lush greenery and quiet moments would later bloom into a lifelong fascination with beauty. Today, that treasured memory takes root once again in The Green House Collection, imagined by Cordelia de Castellane as a tribute to the place where the couturier's imagination first flourished.
Furniture and decorative objects, including chairs, sofas, tables, mirrors, and breakfast trays, translate Dior's heritage into a world of effortless elegance. Signature House motifs, from the iconic cannage to the lucky clover and the timeless Medallion oval, are delicately reinterpreted through intricate handwoven rattan. Every curve and weave celebrates exceptional craftsmanship, where patience, precision, and artistry become one.
The result is more than a collection; it's an invitation to bring a little enchantment indoors. Because sometimes, the most extraordinary interiors are simply the ones that remember where the dream began.
VANQUISH 25
THE ASTON MARTIN FOR THOSE
WHO COLLECT THE EXTRAORDINARY
Now, this is the sort of car that deserves a proper conversation; not a quick scroll on your phone. Pour yourself a drink, settle in, and let’s talk about the new Aston Martin Vanquish 25.
It has been 25 years since the Vanquish first arrived and estab- lished itself as Aston Martin’s great front-engine V12 flagship. And to celebrate, Aston Martin has done something rather special: they’ve handed the latest Vanquish over to Q by Aston Martin and said, essentially, let’s make this one worth remembering. And remember it, you will.
There will be just 50 examples world- wide 25 Coupés and 25 Volantes. That’s it.
In a world where exclusivity is often measured by how quickly something sells out, the Vanquish 25 takes a different approach. It is exclusive simply be- cause there won’t be many of them in existence in the first place. If you happen to see one, you’ve come across something genuinely rare. The beauty of the Vanquish 25 is that it doesn’t shout about its exclusivity. It has that rather British confidence about it. The spe- cial Q Skye Silver paint, the metal foil detailing, stainless-steel side strakes, bespoke exhaust finishers, and unique Vanquish 25 badging are all beautifully understated. You have to look twice. And that’s exactly the point.
There are also those little touches that you’ll notice the more you spend time with the car. The subtle ‘V’ accents on the 21-inch forged alloy wheels, the Aston Martin script detailing, the carefully considered exterior finishes; nothing feels excessive. It’s a car that rewards attention rather than demanding it. Then you open the door, and Q has had its way with the interi- or. Bespoke leather perforations, unique trim splits, embroidered Vanquish 25 logos, laser-etched Aston Martin details, and black Alcantara create an environment that feels suitably special without losing the elegant character of the Vanquish. You can choose be- tween Onyx Black, Oxford Tan, and Phantom Grey, each giving the cabin its own personality.
The ultimate invitation to unwind
THE DIOR SPA!
DIOR INAUGURATES NEW SPA
AT HÔTEL PLAZA ATHÉNÉE IN PARIS
Dior opened its very first spa in 2008 at the Plaza Athénée, an ultra-private haven of peace from urban stress. The exceptional 400-square-meter space on Avenue Montaigne has been renovated several times over the years. Today it takes on a new look, with an emphasis on a warm, serene atmosphere and high-tech treatments. The pale and enveloping décor is inspired by the hotel archways, with reorganized spaces highlighting wood, stone and other natural materials.
The new spa also reveals the exceptional Dior Light Suite, a treatment room inspired by light therapy with a ceiling able to reproduce the sun’s light to resynchronize the body’s rhythms and restore energy. Unique for a luxury Paris hotel, the room is the Plaza Athénée’s best kept secret. New treatments have been specially developed as well, notably the Dior Privé Sur Demande personalized treatments.
Designed as the ultimate sanctuary for well-being, the Dior Spa in the heart of the legendary Hôtel Plaza Athénée in Paris has been reinvented and now offers a special suite dedicated to light therapy.
Dior is avant-garde in fashion and also in its vision of well-being and beauty. Offering guests a private luxury refuge that takes well-being to the highest level, the new Dior Spa Plaza Athénée is the ultimate invitation to unwind.
The Clutch
Oscar de la Renta’s accessories have always balanced elegance with artistry, and the Cherry Blossom Sequin O Minaudière is no exception. This stunning evening bag is a wearable objet d’art—delicately crafted to capture the fleeting beauty of spring in full bloom.
The minaudière’s structured “O” silhouette is encrusted with hand-applied cherry blossom sequins and crystals, shimmering in soft pinks and metallic tones that catch the light with every movement. The floral detailing evokes a sense of romance and renewal, while the sleek, sculptural shape adds a contemporary edge.
Topped with a signature clasp and designed to be carried like a jewel, this limited-edition piece is ideal for gala evenings or as a collector’s gem for those who appreciate couture craftsmanship.
With the Cherry Blossom Sequin O Minaudière, Oscar de la Renta proves once again that accessories can be more than beautiful—they can be timeless expressions of nature and luxury.
Afternoon Tea at Linnette’s Ushers in the Auberge Holiday Fête
BRITISH ELEGANCE WITH MRS. ALICE
This holiday season, The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection on South Carolina’s Johns Island invites guests to celebrate the spirit of the season with a truly elegant twist. As part of the resort’s Auberge Holiday Fête, The Dunlin has debuted its first-ever Festive Afternoon Tea Service at Linnette’s, a collaboration that blends Southern warmth with British refinement, curated by none other than Alice Naylor-Leyland, founder of the beloved lifestyle brand Mrs. Alice.
Renowned for her whimsical yet elevated take on table setting and entertaining, Naylor-Leyland brings her signature charm to The Dunlin’s riverside setting. The result is a holiday tea experience that’s equal parts tradition, indulgence, and visual
poetry.
An Afternoon of Enchantment
Served in the beautifully appointed Linnette’s dining room, the tea service channels the softness and splendor of a Southern holiday, layered with Mrs. Alice’s quintessential English sensibility. Think tiered silver trays of seasonal pastries, finger sandwiches, house-made scones with clotted cream and preserves, and a curated selection of fine teas, all presented on exquisitely styled tables adorned with Mrs. Alice’s signature festive décor.
From pecan praline tartlets to buttermilk biscuits with honey butter, the menu nods to Lowcountry flavors while embracing the classic structure of a high tea. Custom teapots, vintage-inspired place settings, and lush floral centerpieces elevate the experience into something both nostalgic and new.
A Celebration of Hospitality and Heritage
“This collaboration is about creating a magical moment that feels as warm and joyful as it is elegant,” says Alice Naylor-Leyland. “The Dunlin, with its timeless interiors and connection to nature, is the perfect canvas for a holiday tea that celebrates both British tradition and Southern soul.”
The Dunlin’s culinary team worked closely with Mrs. Alice to develop a menu that reflects the seasonal abundance of the region, while echoing the polish of a traditional English tea. Every detail, from the floral arrangements to the linens, reflects a thoughtfulness that defines the Auberge approach to hospitality.
A New Holiday Tradition in the Lowcountry
The Festive Afternoon Tea at Linnette’s is offered select weekends through December, by reservation only, and is expected to become a signature seasonal event. Guests staying at The Dunlin during the Auberge Holiday Fête can also enjoy a range of curated holiday experiences—from oyster roasts and ornament-making workshops to cozy story time with Santa by the fire.
In blending transatlantic traditions with the relaxed elegance of the South Carolina coast, The Dunlin and Mrs. Alice have created more than just a tea service—they’ve designed a moment of celebration, connection, and quiet joy.
PIAGET ROSE
– A TRUE FLOWER, A UNIQUE STORY -
Since the 1960s, Piaget has been weaving nature into high jewellery with poetic grace — and no symbol has bloomed more beautifully under its craftsmanship than the rose. More than a motif, the Piaget Rose is a tribute to a real flower: a delicate bloom named in honour of Yves Piaget’s lifelong passion for roses.
Awarded at the Geneva International New Rose Competition in 1982, the Yves Piaget Rose — a flamboyant pink rose with 80 layers of petals — became the muse for an entire collection. From high jewellery to fine watches, the Piaget Rose Collection transforms nature’s fleeting beauty into timeless luxury.
Each creation captures the spirit of the flower in a uniquely Piaget way — bold, elegant, and full of life. Sculpted in gold or shimmering with diamonds, the rose petals seem to dance with light, evoking both romance and strength. It’s a flower that never fades, symbolising enduring passion and refined femininity.
In the world of Piaget, the rose is not just a blossom. It is a story — of heritage, inspiration, and the eternal allure of nature reimagined through Swiss savoir-faire.
The Piaget Rose: more than jewellery, it’s a garden of memories, blooming forever.
Ralph Lauren to Open
‘The Polo Bar Ralph Lauren’
Y’ALL, GET READY FOR LONDON’S MOST STYLISH RESERVATION
Calling all Texans with a taste for timeless elegance and a passport ready for stamping London’s about to get a whole lot more Ralph. Big news dropped this week: Ralph Lauren (NYSE: RL) has officially announced the upcoming opening of its next signature hospitality destination, The Polo Bar Ralph Lauren in London, and we couldn’t be more excited. Opening in 2028 at the historic 1 Hanover Square, this isn’t just another restaurant. It’s set to be an experience in pure sophistication, old-world charm, and Texan-approved hospitality, with a British accent.
From NYC to LDN with Love (and Leather Banquettes)
If you’ve dined at the original Polo Bar in New York, you already know the vibe: rich woods, hunter green walls, equestrian paintings, polished brass, and the feeling that you’ve just been invited into Ralph’s private club. The food? Elevated American classics with an indulgent twist; think prime rib, corned beef sandwiches, and the world’s most handsome martini.
Now, London will get its own taste of this refined American dining experience, all steeped in Ralph Lauren’s deep appreciation for British heritage and timeless style. Texans who love riding boots, Harris tweed, and high tea with a bourbon chaser, this is your kind of place.
Ralph’s Royal Ties Run Deep
This isn’t Ralph Lauren’s first royal rodeo in the UK. In fact, he’s had a love affair with British culture for decades. Back in 1981, the designer opened his first international flagship on London’s Bond Street. By 2019, he was knighted with the honorary title of Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, yes, Sir Ralph, if you please, recognizing his contributions to fashion and philanthropy.
He’s also the Official Outfitter of Wimbledon (because, of course), and his Centre for Breast Cancer Research at The Royal Marsden has been instrumental in advancing care and treatment.
The new Polo Bar will be more than just a meal; it will be a celebration of that rich, transatlantic legacy.
So, Why Should Texans Book Early?
Because this is not your average dinner reservation. It’s a chance to sip a Scotch in a room that feels like it belongs in a Ralph Lauren editorial, surrounded by antiques, leather, tartan, and the hush of elegance that only Ralph can deliver. It’s the kind of place where boots and blazers go together effortlessly, and every cocktail feels like a toast to tradition.
With Texans’ growing love for luxury travel, culinary discovery, and all things classic with a twist, this is the London address you’ll want to know in 2028.
Get Your Travel List Ready
Whether you're already planning that European getaway or thinking ahead for a milestone trip, put The Polo Bar Ralph Lauren London at the top of your list. And if you need an excuse to return? How about:
✔ Afternoon shopping at New Bond Street
✔ A late lunch at Ralph’s Coffee
✔ Dinner at The Polo Bar in your finest Western formal
From Dallas to Downton, Austin to Ascot, this is a table worth crossing the pond for.
Tiffany & Co.
Blue Book 2026:
HIDDEN GARDEN
The Tiffany & Co. Blue Book 2026: Hidden Garden collection opens as a poetic tribute; not only to the visionary genius of Jean Schlumberger, but also to his close friend and patron Rachel Lambert "Bunny" Mellon, whose passion for gardens and natural beauty quietly shaped some of his most imaginative creations. Her refined sensibility and love for secret, cultivated worlds echo throughout this collection, where nature is not simply observed, but intimately reinterpreted.
A Secret Garden Reimagined
With Hidden Garden, Tiffany & Co. invites us into a world that feels both intimate and extraordinary, where the smallest elements of nature are transformed into sculptural expressions of High Jewelry. Under the direction of Chief Artistic Officer Nathalie Verdeille, the House revisits Schlumberger’s legacy, not through replication, but through evolution.
Rather than adhering strictly to archival designs, Verdeille and the Tiffany Design Studio reinterpret Schlumberger’s distinctive vocabulary, his bold color combinations, whimsical forms, and deep reverence for nature, into modern masterpieces that feel alive, dynamic, and entirely new.
The Poetry of Transformation
Comprising 122 exceptional pieces, with 75 unveiled in its first chapter, Hidden Garden unfolds as a narrative of transformation and renewal. Each creation reflects nature’s quiet cycles, moments of bloom, movement, and metamorphosis that often go unnoticed.
Butterflies emerge in delicate compositions of rare sapphires and diamonds, capturing a fleeting sense of motion. The iconic Bird on a Rock is reimagined, perched atop luminous aquamarines or nestled within custom-cut chrysoprase beads, balancing playfulness with technical brilliance. Meanwhile, the Paradise Bird brooches burst with color and imagination, celebrating creative freedom in its purest form.
Craftsmanship at Its Highest Expression
At the heart of Hidden Garden lies Tiffany & Co.’s unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and gemological excellence. Each gemstone is meticulously selected and matched, ensuring harmony in color, clarity, and proportion. Techniques such as émail paillonné, revived in the Palm-inspired enamel bracelets—demonstrate the House’s dedication to preserving rare artisanal skills while pushing creative boundaries.
This is High Jewelry not only as adornment, but as art—where every detail reflects hours of precision, expertise, and vision.
A Living Legacy
More than a collection, Hidden Garden is a continuation of a story, one that bridges generations of creativity. It honors Schlumberger’s imaginative spirit, Bunny Mellon’s love for cultivated beauty, and Nathalie Verdeille’s contemporary vision.
Unveiled at the iconic Park Avenue Armory, the collection gathers ambassadors, collectors, and admirers of the House to celebrate a shared appreciation for artistry at its highest level.
In Hidden Garden, Tiffany & Co. reminds us that the most extraordinary beauty often lies just beneath the surface, waiting to be discovered, transformed, and brought to life.
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