TCS GIANT BOOK OF CHRISTMAS 2014 - LIFESTYLE EDITION

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Welcome to The Communications Store 2014 Christmas Lookbook.

We have chosen our favourite pieces from across the lifestyle

division for you to discover.

For more information, images or samples please contact

[email protected]


(www.alexanderandjames.com)

This Christmas, visit Alexander & James the luxury online shopping platform for drinks

connoisseurs and gift buyers, offering a range of gift sets and individual accessories such as

branded glassware, ice buckets, and cocktail stirrers.

Japanese Cocktail Set Christmas Gift PackAphrodite and Venus represented copper in mythology and

alchemy because of its lustrous beauty. This Japanese cocktail

set is the epitome of luxurious bar wear and is the ultimate gift for

cocktail aficionados

Inside this set:

1 x Usagi Heavyweight Cobbler Shaker

1 x Natural Wood Muddler

1 x Premium Julep Strainer

1 x Copper measure

1 x Teardrop Barspoon

1 x Seamless Paddle Mixing Glass

RRP: £180.00

www.alexanderandjames.com

Tanqueray No. TEN Martini Christmas Gift PackThis art deco inspired cocktail glass mirrors the design of the new

Tanqueray No. TEN bottle. Whether it be a Dean, a Martinez, a

Vesper or a Franklin, this is the goblet to hold it

RRP: £47.50



Haig Club Christmas Gift PackThis single grain whisky is made at the Cameronbridge distillery

in Scotland and crafted using a unique process that combines

grain whisky from three cask types. The fresh, clean style draws

upon the butterscotch and toffee notes for an ultra-smooth taste,

Haig Club is enjoyable served neat, over ice or in a long refreshing

cocktail

RRP: £45.00


Jinzu Christmas Gift PackA smooth distilled gin with a heart of sake, it borrows both its

delicate flavours and philosophy from Japan. Familiar notes of

juniper and coriander marry perfectly with the aromatic yuzu and

freshness of the cherry blossom. This gift set is accompanied by a

copper strainer and stirrer

RRP: £85.00


Baileys Christmas Gift PackAnthony Wilson, son of the creator of Baileys Original Irish

Cream, has crafted the ultimate moelleux au chocolat in the glass.

He fused over 30 grams of pure Belgian chocolate per bottle

with Irish whiskey, Madagascan vanilla and cream to create a

multi-sensory chocolate experience. The curves and hint of gold

adornment of the Baileys Venus glass recall a similar glass Louis

XVI gave to Marie Antoinette in 1787. Glasses exclusive to A&J

RRP: £35.00


Tanqueray No. TEN Silver Christmas Gift PackThe new art deco-inspired bottle is accompanied by two stainless

steel glasses. Not only do they keep your martini ultra cold, they

are ideal for creating The Silver – a retro serve that crosses the

martinez and the martini for a cocktail that is neither to sweet nor

too dry. The detachable martini bowl allows the drinker to sip with-

out warming the drink. Designed and used by expert bartenders at

the Artesian Bar in London

RRP: £100.00


Sous la Lune, the 10th anniversary collection from luxury lifestyle brand L’OBJET, takes to the stars to celebrate

the wonder of the Mediterranean skies through time-honoured techniques and ageless design.


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1 Coral centrepiece (£2,250) 2 Night Sky, Gold and Blue Enamel Frame (£275) 3 Round Box (£135)

4 Voyage d’Or 10th Anniversary Special Edition Candle (£175)

Opposite Page: Tea Cup (£75) and Saucer (£45)

For the first time, Zaha Hadid has developed a capsule collection of exceptional designs for the

home, inspired by her architectural work. It features gift items and home accessories such as

platters, trays, vessels, candles, stools and chess set.

Crafted in Europe using state of the art techniques and materials ranging from bone china and

ceramic to resin and acrylic, the collection explores scale and bold colour, while staying true to

Zaha Hadid’s signature aesthetic


1 ‘Prime’ Scented Candle £299)


3 ‘Aqua’ Platter (£9,999)

2 ‘Field Of Towers’ Chess Set (£4,500)

1 ‘Prime’ Scented Candle £299)

The British standard since 1781. Makers of fine jewellery, china, silver, leather, watches and rare books.

Asprey is renowned for its unrivalled bespoke service and designing enduring gifts to be cherished.


Asprey Cracker (£200)


1 Silver champagne cocktail shaker (£4,950) 2 The cocktail shaker, yellow (£650) 3 Stag head decanter (£2,500)

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Asprey Cracker (£200)


1 Storm earrings (price on request) 2 Woodland Mini Charm Bracelet (£7,000) 3 Storm Ring (price on request)

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Asprey has developed over generations into the finest British jeweller and luxury goods house.

Designed with celebrated jewellery house Shaun Leane, the Storm collection encapsulates the

storm’s cyclonic energy, resulting in a beautiful maelstrom of diamonds and gold. The Wood-

land Mini Charm Bracelet can be a statement as well as subtle accessory and makes the perfect

gift to be passed onto future generations.


1 The Wiltshire (£9,000) 2 The GMT Rucksack (£3,500) 3 The Boxer (£2,200)1 Storm earrings (price on request) 2 Woodland Mini Charm Bracelet (£7,000) 3 Storm Ring (price on request)

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Designed collaboratively with Katie Hillier, The Boxer and The Wiltshire are part of the

designer’s fifth season with Asprey. The handbags are realised in luxurious skins and unique

finishes with couture details. Part of the GMT men’s collection, the GMT Rucksack is a timeless

and luxurious bag, making it the ideal gift for today’s traveller.


Learn the skills of a master chocolatier at Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester

This festive season, acclaimed chef Alain Ducasse will be bringing his sweet tooth to London and

tempting guests of Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester with the exclusive opportunity to uncover

the secrets behind artisanal chocolate-making. Enter a world of craftsmanship and rediscover

the joy of confectionary in an exclusive workshop hosted by Nicolas Berger, bean-to-bar master

chocolatier at La Manufacture de Chocolat.

The Manufacture de Chocolat workshop costs £150 per person and includes:

The two-hour masterclass

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All dishes created during the class

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Bespoke e-recipe booklet

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Bookings for classes open on 1st November, just in time for the gifting season. Reserved in ad-

vance, the two classes will take place at Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester on 7th February and

7th March 2015.


‘The Black Blizzard from Shinola’

£1350

Shinola’s most technically demanding Detroit-built timepiece to date, The Black Blizzard is

constructed of titanium, with an iconic Shinola black dial, titanium sport turning topring and

signature case back plate. Each watch is available in a 42mm and 48mm case and comes with an

additional black rubber strap in addition the metal bracelet. The watch is driven by the Argonite

5050 high-accuracy quartz chronograph movement and has a 20ATM depth rating.


1 Piggy Bank (£115) 2 GomelskyWomen’s Watch (£490) 3 Runwell Men’s Watch (£675) 4 Cross Body iPhone Bag

(£195) 5 Card Wallet (£70) 6 Runwell Bicycle (£2,500)

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1 Soup Maker £140 2 Spice & Nut Grinder £50 3 Ice Cream Professional £250 4 Deep Fill Sandwich Maker £50

Cook your way through Christmas with Cuisinart’s collection of high performance products. The

exceptional quality of the appliances will making festive entertaining a breeze – as if you had a

team of chefs supporting you behind the scenes.

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From the state-of-the-art Electrolux Grand Cuisine collection is a stunning restaurant-standard

stand mixer. At 437 mm tall, the appliance is perfect for large portions however a specially

designed whisk and bowl ensures that even a single portion of mayonnaise is possible

RRP £1,300

Electrolux Grand Cuisine was developed after in-depth research revealed a gap in the market

and a true consumer desire to recreate restaurant food at home. The interactive and highly

intuitive systems are a direct translation of the technology used by top chefs and feature touch-

screen capabilities, sensor technology and USB connectivity to help you achieve world class

results with ease.

Starting price for the cooking system – including Combination Oven, Blast Chiller, Vacuum

Sealer and the Induction Zone – is from £43,000 and includes a personal chef advisory service


LIFESTYLE STOCKISTS

Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester The Dorchester, 53 Park Lane, London,W1K 1QA

www.alainducasse-dorchester.comAlexander & James

www.alexanderandjames.comAsprey

Asprey , 167 New Bond Street, London, W1S 4AYTel: +44 (0) 20 7493 6767

www.asprey.comCuisinart

www.cuisinart.co.ukL’Objet

Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7XLwww.l-objet.com

Shinola www.shinola.com

Zaha Hadid DesignHarrods, 87-135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7XL

For further information please contact The Communications Store [email protected]

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