Today at work, our Planning Department sent out an email asking for each person’s take on glamour. Here are my answers. Would love to hear what yours would be…

How would you define glamour?
Glamour is hard to define and can be expressed in so many ways. The way a woman walks or laughs, seemly effortless wit, intelligence, style, and grace. The ability to make a crisp white shirt and jeans feel like an Yves St. Laurent gown. The french say it best “Je ne sais quoi”.

Who do you think are the most glamorous people? (male or female) (e.g. celebrities, fashion designers, actors, photographers, etc.)
Sidney Poitier, Daphne Guinness, Audrey Hepburn, Krtistin Scott Thomas, Cary Grant, Lauren Hutton, Jane Fonda, Karl Lagerfeld, Queen Rania of Jordan, any member of the Argentinian Polo Team, Carolina Herrera, Mario Testino, Annie Leibovitz, Bianca Jagger (but never Jerry Hall… she’s trashy), Alessandra Facchinetti, Thandie Newton. WAGs and Glamour models are NOT glamourous AT ALL. Neither are annoying headline hogging celebs like Cruise/Holmes, Pitt/Jolie, Posh/Becks, ex-boy/girl band members, etc. Soooo tired.

Which are the most glamorous fashion brands?
Hermés, Christian Louboutin, Loro Piana, Chaumet, Ferragamo, Cartier, Charvet, Asprey, Creed, J.P. Tod’s, Jean Patou, Galliano, Smythson, La Perla, vintage Chanel (I love Lagerfeld, but lately….), anything bespoke.

What are the top 5 items that make you feel glamorous?
Jewellery, shoes, handbag, lingerie, and traveling first/business class… in that order. Can I please squeeze in good quality cashmere???

When do you feel your most glamorous?
When I’m wearing a delicious pair of high heels and fab lingerie with otherwise ordinary clothing