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News

Has the Trump administration ruined the lure of the Ivy League?

Over time, the Ivy League colleges have become the gold standard of U.S colleges — eight institutions that share a similar legacy of academic excellence, global prestige, and enduring influence.

Harvey Cyzer on Mayfair, prime property and the OB Private approach

Sponsored Content As Mayfair’s only resident agent, Harvey Cyzer brings an insider’s perspective to one of London’s most competitive markets. We sat down with Harvey to discuss the current landscape, how OB Private is setting a new standard, and why discretion still...

BST Hyde Park news

Stevie is among the headline acts at BST Hyde Park.

Culture

Lighting Up the Table

Diwali can taste completely different at home this year with help from Gymkhana Fine foods.

Claridge's Party People

Claridge's is celebrating the 100th anniversary of art deco in style, with a dazzling array of events ranging from Flapper cocktails in The Fumoir to tours, talks and a decadent sleepover.

The Mitfords and a betrayal in Belgravia

Infamous, intriguing and impossibly glamorous, the Mitfordcsisters still fascinate to this day. We take a look at their lives.

FRIEZE LONDON & FRIEZE MASTERS

Frieze London 2025 to highlight curatorial innovation and global artistic exchange, as Frieze Mas-ters welcomes new leadership under Emanuela Tarizzo.

Art

The Louvre Heist: Daylight Robbery

The shockingly brazen Louvre heist has brought art security to the forefront of international attention

Market Moves

Based on Bruton Street, Olyvia Kwok's latest venture is neither a gallery nor an art dealership.

Back to the future at Lapada

As Lapada brings its annual art and antiques fair back to Berkeley Square, we caught up with the association's new chief executive, Elizabeth Shanks.

FRIEZE LONDON & FRIEZE MASTERS

Frieze London 2025 to highlight curatorial innovation and global artistic exchange, as Frieze Mas-ters welcomes new leadership under Emanuela Tarizzo.

Lifestyle

The Global Social Season 2026: All the key dates for your diary this year

From the Polo World Cup in St Moritz to Art Basel in Miami, there’s no shortage of places to see and be seen this year

Regal Raffles

Boosted by a new butler concept Raffles Jaipur is a hotel fit for a modern day maharaja

The Louvre Heist: Daylight Robbery

The shockingly brazen Louvre heist has brought art security to the forefront of international attention

Business

The Capstone Kid

Simon Pavitt's new book is dedicated to deeply personal projects undertaken by people driven to make lasting change

Introducing BOBO FAMEX™

Introducing BOBO FAMEXT – The Future of Family Expense Management

Has the Trump administration ruined the lure of the Ivy League?

Over time, the Ivy League colleges have become the gold standard of U.S colleges — eight institutions that share a similar legacy of academic excellence, global prestige, and enduring influence.

Harvey Cyzer on Mayfair, prime property and the OB Private approach

Sponsored Content As Mayfair’s only resident agent, Harvey Cyzer brings an insider’s perspective to one of London’s most competitive markets. We sat down with Harvey to discuss the current landscape, how OB Private is setting a new standard, and why discretion still...

People

In The Know: Four insiders reveal their top spots in Mayfair and beyond

Four fans of travel share their favourite shops, hotels and restaurants in Mayfair, St James's and beyond

Harvey Cyzer on Mayfair, prime property and the OB Private approach

Sponsored Content As Mayfair’s only resident agent, Harvey Cyzer brings an insider’s perspective to one of London’s most competitive markets. We sat down with Harvey to discuss the current landscape, how OB Private is setting a new standard, and why discretion still...

Legal Eagle

Yulia Barnes, managing partner of Mayfair-based firm Barnes Law, is passionate about finding seamless solutions for her high-flying clients.

Queen of hearts

After moving to Britain in 1960, Baroness Floella Benjamin overcame racism and adversity to become an actress, presenter, campaigner, author and politician. She tells us more about her extraordinary life.

Food & Drink

Dish of the month

Join Richard Corrigan for dish of the month

What to drink this Christmas: Douglas Blyde's guide to the best festive tipples in Mayfair and beyond

Esteemed drinks writer Douglas Blyde offers a bibulous Christmas guide led by Mayfair

Lighting Up the Table

Diwali can taste completely different at home this year with help from Gymkhana Fine foods.

Finance

Introducing BOBO FAMEX™

Introducing BOBO FAMEXT – The Future of Family Expense Management

Legal Eagle

Yulia Barnes, managing partner of Mayfair-based firm Barnes Law, is passionate about finding seamless solutions for her high-flying clients.

Liquid Gold

The rare whisky market is booming, with record breaking sales for Scotch hitting the headlines. Mayfair Times assesses the pros and cons of joining the whisky rush. Words: Will Moffitt “They say that you can’t buy time, but I think you can with whisky,” David...

Passport to the future

Amid a global pandemic, Citizenship by Investment is on the increase – and the UK is high on the list for overseas investors, thanks to benefits such as education, healthcare and quality of life

Property

Harvey Cyzer on Mayfair, prime property and the OB Private approach

Sponsored Content As Mayfair’s only resident agent, Harvey Cyzer brings an insider’s perspective to one of London’s most competitive markets. We sat down with Harvey to discuss the current landscape, how OB Private is setting a new standard, and why discretion still...