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AS PART OF OUR VALENTINE’S RELEASE, WE WERE GIVEN THE PLEASURE OF SPEAKING TO THE RECENTLY MARRIED ACTORS AND SUPERMODELS, VALENTINO AND ARIANA BIANCHI. HERE’S WHAT THEY HAD TO SAY.
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UPON DISCUSSION REGARDING THE PAIR’S FIRST EXCHANGE, VALENTINO CLAIMED:
“IT WAS LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT FOR ME – I KNEW ALMOST INSTANTLY THAT SHE WAS FOR ME”.
REGARDING THE WEDDING OF THE PAIR, A SMALL CEREMONY OVER CHRISTMAS OF 2025, ARIANA ADDRESSED THE CONTROVERSY REGARDING THE OCCASION:
“I KNOW THAT MANY PEOPLE WITHIN OUR INDUSTRIES, ARE OFTEN EXPECTED TO HAVE LARGE AND EXTRAVAGANT ceremonies, BUT, a SMALLER CEREMONY just felt RIGHT FOR US.”
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cartier through the years:
a history of "The king of jewellers"
few names in luxury carry the same enduring prestige as cartier. founded in paris in 1847, the house quickly rose from a small jewellery workshop to an international symbol of elegance, innovation, and royal patronage.
renowned for its refined craftsmanship and incredible designs, cartier had adorned kings, queens and cultural icons for over a century - earning its title as "the jeweller of kings and the king of jewellers , bestowed upon by king edward vii himself.
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from pioneering the modern wristwatch with the famous santos in 1904, known worldwide as the world's first wristwatch, to creating some of the world's most iconic jewellery collections, cartier's history is not only a story of luxury, but also, as one of influence - shaping tastes, setting standards, and truly defining timeless style.
Once synonymous with the British countryside, Barbour is proving that heritage doesn’t have to stay in the past. Its iconic waxed and quilted jackets, long-favoUred by farmers, hunters, and country estates, are now a fixture on city streets, worn by style-conscious youth, influencers, and fashion insiders alike.
Barbour’s secret lies in its ability to bridge generations - honouring craftsmanship and tradition while embracing modern styling and trends. The jackets, once purely functional outerwear, have become statement pieces, pairing perfectly with tailored citywear, streetwear layering, and even high-fashion looks. Collaborations with contemporary designers and limited-edition releases have helped the brand stay relevant, introducing its signature British ruggedness to a new audience.
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