Fashion and Style
Women Who Launch: Serra Türker Bayır, Founder of Misela
Meet Serra Türker Bayır, the founder of Misela. The Istanbul-founded luxury brand which has built a reputation for its exquisite, handcrafted bags and travel accessories
From evening clutches infused with understated glamour to capacious totes that make the ideal travel companion, there is a Misela bag for every occasion. Below Misela's founder, Serra Türker Bayır, tells The Sybarite how she honours her Turkish heritage in her every-expanding accessories brand and what it takes to be a female entrepreneur.
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Luxury Newborn Essentials
29th July 2025
A new arrival is an exciting yet daunting time for parents, thankfully The Sybarite has put together a list of the best buys on the market. From whizzy strollers to sleep solutions, cosy accessories to adorable clothing, these are the tried and tested names to know.
Gem, Set And Match: How Jewellery And Watch Brand...
14th July 2025
Today, jewellery and watch brands are making powerful plays in the world of elite sports, and driving business growth while they do it. Summer marks the beginning of sports season; Henley Royal Regatta, Wimbledon, the US Open, Monaco Grand Prix – and various other events. Avid sports spectators will recognise the visibility of jewellery and watch brands, and those akin with the world of watches and jewellery will also understand the importance of these partnerships in the industry. Rolex and Formula 1, Boodles and Wimbledon, US Open and Audemars Piguet: jewellery brands and sporting events are fast becoming the most valuable partnerships across fashion categories.
The Future [And Past] Of Watches Is Female
22nd July 2024
Taylor Swift donned a vintage Concord watch reworked by Lorraine Schwartz into a choker necklace, while Rihanna wore a $400,000 Jacob & Co watch as an anklet to the Las Vegas F1, and influencer Emma Chamberlain; a Cartier Baignoire watch as a choker at Paris Fashion Week. Fashion trendsetters and go-getters like these are finding new ways to express their individuality through style, and are turning to watches as the ultimate fashion statement.
The Allure of Designer Handbags: A Fashionable and...
5th July 2023
When it comes to fashion, the allure of designer handbags is undeniable. They epitomise luxury, sophistication, and timeless elegance. However, beyond their aesthetic appeal, savvy investors and fashion enthusiasts are discovering a surprising secret – designer handbags can also be a lucrative financial investment. Today we're exploring why buying designer handbags is increasingly considered a smart financial move, as they not only hold their value, but can appreciate significantly over time.
Game, Set, Match: Wimbledon’s Iconic Fashion Legacy
3rd July 2023
Step into the enchanting world of Wimbledon, where the pursuit of sporting excellence intertwines with high fashion. Within the grounds of this illustrious tennis tournament, a captivating duality unfolds. As the pristine court becomes a stage for athletic prowess, the spectator stands transform into a mesmerising fashion runway, where timeless classics and contemporary trends converge.
Ryan Saghian, Founder of Ryan Saghian Interiors
4th July 2021
Emerging as one of the designers of his era, and reaching international acclaim before the age of 30, Ryan Saghian is one to look out for. Ryan is the award winning founder and creative mind behind the success of Saghian Interiors. In celebration of Pride Month, the Sybarite spoke with Ryan about being a young interior designer, the biggest struggles and lessons he learnt throughout his career and how he will never stop surprising his audience.
Review of Penhaligon’s Perfumes – a regal treasure trove of scents
24th July 2018
Taking your breath away, captivating and divine, Penhaligon's perfume selections are treasure troves of gorgeous potions in delectable vintage-esque bottles boxed up in their own individual intricate parcels of aesthetic curiosity.Some might call them old-fashioned and it is true, they do boast an apparent antique look and feel about them. But they are beautiful things nonetheless, and beautiful things come with style and grace like their Elisabethan Rose – mildly sweet, feminine and delicate. Though the bottle may be old fashioned, the scent is not. If there is such a thing as a modernized rose scent, then this regal fragrance could be it. It is alluring and not for every women, but for that particular woman who wants a “commanding presence”. On its head notes are, hazelnut leaf, almond oil and cinnamon with heart notes of red lily and rose finishing off with base notes of vetivert, musk and wood. Then there is something even more intriguing and one we much prefer – Empress – a scent of savviness, panache and absolute posh.
The beauty edit
20th July 2018
The focus: antiaging and hair care. Two diverse sectors but two equally important areas of concern. These are the ones to watch (and invest in) now.
The art to starting your jewellery collection
15th July 2017
We spoke to Gråsilver - a bold and modern Scandinavian inspired collector at the annual Arts & Antique Fair at the world famous Olympia Exhibition Centre in London, to get their insight into starting off your very own jewellery collection. The main piece of advice we were given was to just follow your heart, and if you see a piece that catches your eye, no matter how unique and 'out there' it may be, then snap it up while you can, as unique pieces don't stay on the market for long. Be bold with your jewellery choices - branch out of your comfort zone and experiment with different styles or metals. After all, whether you are creating a personal collection or are becoming a dealer, unique pieces with have attention gravitating towards them from everyone as these pieces tend to have more character.
Paris Haute Couture week: what you didn’t know about...
6th July 2017
The highly anticipated four-day-long event has brought together the most well-known designers, fashion moguls and models to debut their latest collections in a series of shows where fashion has been elevated to an art form. So far the shows at Paris Haute Couture Week have not disappointed. Powerhouses like Dior, Hermes, and Chanel kicked off the summer event to the delight of celebrity guests such as Sophia Loren, Sophia Copolla and Cara Delevigne to name a few. Miu Miu's resort collection started proceedings with a bang, guests at Dior took their front row seats next to giraffes, monkeys, tigers and elephants, as Maria Grazia Chiuri, Dior’s first female Creative Director, coordinated her very own wilderness, and in place of last season's gigantic rocket sat a statue of the Eiffel Tower, as Karl Lagerfeld paid homage to Paris' parks. Private charter specialist, 365 Aviation, has transported numerous celebrities and high profile clients to the fashion capital this week and reports it’s not unusual for a couture gown to cost more than the charter flight. 365 goes to extraordinary lengths to ensure its clients' high-value items arrive in as pristine a state as their clients. Cardboard wardrobes are filled with foam and mesh to protect dresses that run into hundreds of thousands of pounds and which frequently have to travel in the main cabin to ensure they are not damaged in the hold.
Featuring Fashioning a Reign: 90 years of royal style
27th July 2016
The unique exhibition features garments spanning 90 years of The Queen’s life - from christening and Coronation gowns, to the wedding dress and a plethora of mesmerizing hats. The exhibition at Buckingham Palace is one of three separate displays in celebration of The Queen’s 90th birthday at each of Her Majesty’s official residences during 2016. A total of 150 outfits will be shown across the Palaces, and the content of each exhibition has been selected to have particular association with the location: At the Palace of Holyroodhouse the use of tartan in royal dress is explored, while at Windsor Castle magnificent evening gowns worn on official occasions will be contrasted with Princess Elizabeth’s fancy-dress costumes from wartime family pantomimes held at the Castle. The exhibition at the State Rooms explores ceremonial and military attire, dress for State occasions and overseas tours, outfits for family celebrations, and Her Majesty’s support of British design.
Couture AW16: Finding love in hopeless places
17th July 2016
It is not unusual to see an elaborate set for Chanel catwalk shows, and this season was no different. For AW16, Chanel’s couture seamstresses were included on the set, who Karl Lagerfeld then took his end of show bow arm-in-arm with, many still wearing their sewing kits. The couture itself, took place in an array of classic Chanel tweed, over black suede boots and gloves, creating a canvas on which the cropped wide-leg pantsuits and flatly squared shoulders took pride place. Viktor & Rolf repurposed garments and various textiles from past archives, finding new and inventive ways to painstakingly stitch together swathes of multi-coloured tulle with shirt fabrics and denim. Ultimately resulting in a wearable art collection, much to the designers’ technical skill credit. Elie Saab stormed the catwalk with a ‘Love in New York’ concept, showcasing intricate embroidery of lit skyscraper windows and the discernible Chrysler building, with velveteen birds and crystal heart motifs across full-length gowns.
A playful elegance: Meet Tessa Packard, contemporary fine...
1st July 2016
One of Britain’s fastest rising fine jewellery designers, self-taught Tessa Packard has been nominated for a number of awards and named one of the Hot 30 Under 30 faces in the British jewellery industry. Hailing from an artistic background, Tessa studied Fine Art and History of Art at school and university before transitioning into the renowned world of commercial art in London. It was after working an a gallery for four years that she decided to start making her own jewellery. [caption id="" align="alignright" width="172"] April Shower Earrings from the 'Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining' collection[/caption] Her most recent collection that launched in April this year - ‘Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining’ - is a celebration of Britain’s obsession with our temperamental weather. Refreshingly playful yet elegant, pieces include a range of silver and gold meteorological symbols, such as thunderbolt and cloud earrings, charms, cuff links, rings and necklaces.
Luxury fashion with a conscience
14th July 2015
We can say that luxury fashion is only becoming more luxurious when environmentally friendly and ethical processes are employed in each piece of clothing or accessory. The time it takes to the methods used is almost a work of art in itself. What is more, the art of preservation where ancient techniques are hailed and therefore preserved not only for their uniqueness but also for their incredible originality that cannot be replicated as easily. The importance of preserving sheer craftsmanship and valuing the ethical responsibilities of a brand is one that The Sybarite celebrates. Surprisingly, an increasing number of luxury fashion brands are basing their philosophies on the values of ethical, ecological and technological implementations. Take for example Maiyet, a brand featuring a poetic category selection such as clothing, shoes to jewelry and bags, but all with one factor in common – the employment of rare artisanal skills from unexpected places. But it isn’t just that, Maiyet (https://maiyet.com) also forges strong partnerships with artisans, craftsmen and entrepreneurs in developing economies to promote self-sufficiency and further trains them with their independent nonprofit organization, Nest.
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