The Centurion Gift Guide
Objects of desire that make perfect presents for the festive season
Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti bag collection is in constant evolution and one of the latest styles has adopted a reinterpretation of the Maison’s “gourmette” jewellery chain for the new, eye-catching handle. The Serpenti Forever Crossbody Bag is made in Caramel Topaz beige nappa-leather and comes with a gold-plated brass Serpenti head, finished with mother-of-pearl scales and enamel eyes.
The white Isolano 2019 and the red Cuordilava 2017 are the latest additions to Dolce & Gabbana’s collection of prestigious wines in collaboration with Sicilian winery Donnafugata. Grown on the slopes of the Etna volcano, these new productions feature the unmistakable character and minerality of the wines from this unique terroir. Both come in an exclusive box, featuring the colourful, geometric motifs typical of the traditional Sicilian Cart.
Fornasetti’s playful Chiavi & Rombi tray is made of hand-silkscreened and lacquered wood and can be transformed into a coffee table when combined with a foldable stand.
Feminine and playful, Graff’s Tilda’s Bow Classic Diamond Drop Earrings showcase the Maison’s craftmanship and expertise with a skilful combination of round-cut and baguette-cut diamonds set in white gold and finished with two pear-shaped diamond drops.
The Brown Ainsley Ribbed Shawl Cashmere Cardigan from Turnbull & Asser is a luxurious winter wardrobe essential for both classic and casual looks. Crafted in Wales, using the finest quality British cashmere.
Inspired by the documentary David Attenborough: A Life On Our Planet, British tailoring house Sanne has launched a collection of colourful and playful, limited edition cushion covers, called Save the Species. They feature the prints of endangered animal species and sale profits will be devolved to the World Land Trust, a charity organisation working towards the conservation and protection of these species and their natural habitat.
Hold on to your hat! This new style from Prada, entirely covered with sequins, will make head turn.
It’s called Endless Love Necklace and its signature twist motif symbolises the intertwining of two souls. Crafted from platinum and rose gold, set with round-cut rubies and diamonds, this exceptional Harry Winston’s creation is an adaptation of an archival design from the Maison.
Inspired by and dedicated to the history of New York City’s legendary and fashionable neighbourhood of North of Madison Square Park, Bond No.9’s new NoMad fragrance features a heart of strong and sensual oud, mixed with fruity notes – an “Americanized oud”, as brand’s founder Laurice Rahmé likes to call it. In celebration of the holiday season, this original blend will also be available in a luxurious, limited edition Maroccan-Blue bottle, decorated with Swarovski crystals.
Time to sparkle with Breguet’s Reine de Naples 8938 watch. Its white gold dial, which features an off-centred chapter ring in mother-of-pearl, is stunningly decorated with snow-set diamonds.
Precious jewellery deserves a precious case. The Celestial Jewellery Box from Linley is crafted from dark stained walnut and its marquetry lid depicts a deep blue sky, made from different shades of bird’s eye maple veneers, with constellations, highlighted in grey anegre and mother-of-pearl. A real work of art and craftsmanship that will especially suit those with an interest in astrology.
Available at Net-a-Porter, this stunning Marayli printed fil coupé silk and Lurex-blend midi dress from Isabel Marant is perfect for chanelling the glamour of the 1980s.
Probably every woman’s object of desire, Chanel’s classic and timeless Flapbag, here in a new black and white lambskin version from the Cruise 2022 collection.
Designed by Swiss visual artist Arlette Ess, the Lazy Leopardesses Scarf 90 from Hermes is the perfect accessory to complement any outfit.
The perfect timepiece for jetsetters: Patek Philippe’s Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph (ref. 5990/1), in rose gold, with sunburst blue dial featuring an embossed horizontal pattern, self-winding flyback chronograph, easy-to use Travel Time function, date display and local time.
Pragnell’s Masterpiece Colombian Emerald Ring is inspired by the British Maison’s extensive collection of Victorian and Georgian jewellery pieces and features an impressive, antique 11.05ct cushion-cut emerald with diamond surround, set in rose and blackened white gold.
Created in collaboration with Paris-meets-Tokyo, multi-faceted brand Maison Kitsuné, which fuses fashion with music and Art de Vivre, this special edition of the Montblanc MB 01 Over-Ear Headphones features the emblematic fox logo of Maison Kitsuné, printed on the leather headband, along with spacious and comfortable ear cups, Proximity Sensor, Bluetooth and Active Noise Cancellation.
Ultra-feminine and ultra-pretty, Jimmy Choo’s Averly 100 satin pumps with fascinator mesh bows.
The house of Lalique injects some spring into winter with the new Mûres vase in green crystal. Part of the Gaïa collection, which explores and celebrates the wonders of Mother Earth, this new creation is decorated by a cascade of brambles and berries, intricately handsculped by the Maison’s skilful artisans.
A luxurious garment to use one way or the other. Brunello Cucinelli’s hand-crafted reversible bomber jacket in virgin wool and cashmere Prince of Wales double cloth.
Created in celebration of the latest Bond movie No Time to Die, the Leica Q2 “007 Edition” comes in Ocean Green leather with matching case, 007 logo on the top plate and the iconic Bond gun barrel design on the lens cap. Each camera is numbered and comes in limited edition, making it the perfect gift for collectors.
Blancpain’s new Ladybird Colors is available with a white or red gold, diamond-set case and in 7 different vibrant hues. Its white mother-of-pearl dial, adorned with applied gold Arabic numerals and a diamond band, looks extremely elegant and feminine.