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Last month in luxury

Ever wondered what life is like as a Quintessentially member? Here’s an inside look into our world…

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Words by Amelia Allen

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Ever wondered what life is like as a Quintessentially member? Well, now you don’t have to – we’re giving you an exclusive look into our world. We make magic happen for our members, wherever they are and with whatever they need. Without us, they wouldn’t have tickets to sold-out concerts, front-row seats to fashion shows, and spots on invite-only guest lists.  

With 35+ offices worldwide, we make it our mission to ensure our members live a life without limits. Every day, we open the door to the world’s most exclusive events – and last month was no different. So, without further ado, here’s what our members got up to in May… 

A hopscotch game is painted on a stone path leading through an archway covered with flowers and greenery, inside a space decorated with pastel blue walls and more flowers. A hopscotch game is painted on a stone path leading through an archway covered with flowers and greenery, inside a space decorated with pastel blue walls and more flowers.

An evening with Jimmy Choo and sketch London 

Our Elite and Quintessence members moseyed up to Mayfair for a cocktail and canapé reception at sketch London. Then, they strutted over to Jimmy Choo’s New Bond Street boutique for a preview of its summer collection – complete with Champagne and a personalisation experience. 

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 

As well as granting access to the five-day garden show, we also secured our members a spot on the Charity Gala Preview guest list. During this exclusive evening, they sipped Champagne and snacked on canapés, all whilst being among the first to witness the world’s finest floral displays. 

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A formally dressed waiter stands beside a large, ornate white vase filled with lush, colorful flowers in an elegant, dimly lit room with green drapes and a bar in the background. A formally dressed waiter stands beside a large, ornate white vase filled with lush, colorful flowers in an elegant, dimly lit room with green drapes and a bar in the background.

Spring members’ drinks at The Lanesborough 

In case you missed it, we’re celebrating our 25th anniversary this year. And to toast the occasion, we brought back one of our favourite calendar events: members' drinks. Our members clinked glasses of Château La Coste, whilst The Macallan-mixed cocktails and canapés made the rounds.  

An in-store styling session with Valentino 

Our members attended an exclusive summer styling session at Valentino’s Old Bond Street boutique, complete with Champagne, cocktails, and canapés. After a private talk on the brand’s legacy and SS25 looks, they tried on pieces from the 60s-inspired Valentino Pavillon des Folies collection, with expert assistance from in-store stylists. 

A person holds a silver tray with three filled champagne glasses in front of a clothing rack displaying colorful and denim garments on white hangers. A person holds a silver tray with three filled champagne glasses in front of a clothing rack displaying colorful and denim garments on white hangers.
A long, elegant dining table is set with candles, floral centerpieces, and place settings in a dimly lit room with dark purple walls, wooden chairs with green cushions, and classical paintings hung on the walls. A long, elegant dining table is set with candles, floral centerpieces, and place settings in a dimly lit room with dark purple walls, wooden chairs with green cushions, and classical paintings hung on the walls.

Under 35s Supper Club 

Our supper club series brings like-minded members together to sit, sup, and sip across the UK. Last month’s edition was a recipe for fun: a three-course feast, fine wines, and free-flowing Champagne as we took over a private members’ club for an evening of dinner and dancing. 

The Miami Grand Prix

Sun, sea, and a whole lot of speed: that’s just a snapshot of the Miami Grand Prix weekend. But our US members didn’t just lap it up at the track; they also had invites to Ocean Drive’s beachfront bash at the 1 Hotel’s South Beach’s Tala Beach Club, with DJ Gianluca Vacchi spinning sundown sets by the sand.

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A performer in a gold, fringe and sequin outfit sings on stage with one arm raised. Large images of the performer are displayed on screens in the background. A performer in a gold, fringe and sequin outfit sings on stage with one arm raised. Large images of the performer are displayed on screens in the background.

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour

We’ve been buzzing about Queen B’s tour ever since Cowboy Carter won Album of the Year at the Grammys. And earlier this month, we secured VIP seats and suites for the singer’s five sold-out shows at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.

NBA play-off games

With the ball firmly in our court this season, we secured our US members the best seats in the arena at sold-out NBA play-off games. They bounced into Madison Square Garden to watch the New York Knicks knock out the defending champs, the Boston Celtics.

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Large, colorful abstract paintings with bold, swirling patterns are displayed on dark walls in a modern art gallery. The polished concrete floor and spotlights create a dramatic and elegant atmosphere. A simple bench sits nearby. Large, colorful abstract paintings with bold, swirling patterns are displayed on dark walls in a modern art gallery. The polished concrete floor and spotlights create a dramatic and elegant atmosphere. A simple bench sits nearby.

An evening at Sacha Jafri’s invite-only art studio

An intimate soirée, a private tour, and a Champagne and canapé reception with one of the world’s most celebrated artists? That’s just another day for our UAE members. Earlier this month, they brushed up on the British artist behind the world’s largest canvas at his invite-only gallery in Dubai.   

The UEFA Champions League final

Our football-loving members were front and centre as Paris Saint-Germain F.C. faced Inter Milan at Munich’s Allianz Arena for the UEFA Champions League final. With prime stadium seats, private transfers, and premium hospitality packages, they were given the full VIP treatment.

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If you haven’t noticed by now, we don’t do ordinary around here. But this is just the beginning – as the world’s leading luxury lifestyle group, we’ll be hosting more member-exclusive events than ever as we celebrate our 25th anniversary this year. Stay tuned for next month’s round-up. 

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