Passionate about timepieces and fine jewellery? So are the experts at First Swiss Luxury Watches & Jewellery, a company that specialises in finding and distributing watches and luxurious pieces of jewellery through their e-commerce site and stores in Zurich and St. Moritz to select clients worldwide. A personal advisor is on hand through the entire to ensure that you get exactly what you want with minimal time expenditure and effort.

First Swiss Luxury Watches and Jewellery stands for reliability and professionalism, and prides itself on finding exactly what you’re looking for. Whether it’s a specific Breitling or Cartier you’re after, a rare Audemars Piguet, Hublot or Piaget, or a collector’s Ebel, Harry Winston or Omega, First Swiss Luxury Watches and Jewellery has the know-how to make it happen.

Quintessentially Members will receive preferential pricing, access to limited edition, rare and difficult to source watches, and complimentary fully insured worldwide shipping with UPS – so why not surprise your loved one this Christmas with a rare and eternal gift? To make a request please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

Get your costumes ready to celebrate Halloween this Saturday night in style at the Ivy bar. From 6pm until late be entertained by top line DJs including Cassian, Anna Lunoe, and Kato. Tickets are AUD 35 and includes a ‘Rocktail’ on arrival. For bookings please email qaustralia@quintessentially.com and remember – costumes are required for entry!

Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney is possibly Australia’s most beautiful dining room. Situated in a 1936 Emil Sodersteen designed art deco skyscraper, the dining style is simple and uncomplicated, yet elegant - perfectly wood fire grilled meats and seafood, we use only Australia’s very best producers and suppliers and offer one of the world’s truly great wine lists. Design and food aside, Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney boasts an efficient and friendly service style and an adjoining bar which is fast becoming legend – the perfect spot for pre or post dining drinks, a Friday afternoon cocktail or a quick bite to eat – a venue until itself. Quintessentially Members will receive priority bookings to this magnificent restaurant. Please call +61 2 9966 4374 or email qaustralia@quintessentially.com for reservations.

Christmas is fast approaching and what better way to get organised for those hard to buy for relatives than with the help of team at Quintessentially. From sending out personalised Christmas cards to fabulous gift ideas for family and friends of all ages,  our team will take the stress out of the Christmas mayhem. Please don’t hesitate to send us through any requests to qaustralia@quintessentially.com so you can simply enjoy the festivities of the holiday season.

Step right up, step right up…but watch you don’t trip in your heels ladies!

The Observatory Hotel’s last Night of Luxury event for 2009 is set to be the biggest celebration of all things luxurious to date and with summer just around the corner, the event’s special guests have been hand-picked to update your look for the new season.

Join the team from the Day Spa, Leona Edmiston, MAC and Jo Malone for a luxury circus atop Observatory Hill, overlooking Sydney Harbour. Expect glamorous stilt walkers, balancing belles and five star circus fare prepared by the hotel’s Michelin-starED chef, Masahiko Yomoda. Leona Edmiston and MAC will host fashion and beauty shows in the Style Big Top, while the Day Spa team will be on hand to perform pampering treatments, for which they are renowned.

The event takes place on Thursday the 5th of November from 6.30pm – 9.30pm. Tickets cost AUD 48 per person and include entry to the circus event, allocated seating at one of the three fashion and beauty sessions and a glass of Champagne on arrival. Please email qaustralia@quintessentially.com to book in your Night of Luxury.

On the 12th of December a spectacular Venetian Night will be held in the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth. This special evening will be hosted by X2 World, in association with Italia Motori, the house of Ferrari, and Maserati. Entertainment will include a glamorous fashion show, performers, dancing, and a live charity auction supporting the Children Cancer Institute of Australia. Price is AUD 250 per person and includes a three course dinner and drinks. For bookings or information on corporate tables and sponsorships packages please email qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

Christmas is only weeks away and it’s time to get your thinking cap on what to buy your nearest and dearest for the festive season. Well, look no further as iQ is now offering unlocked Black Diamond 3GS iPhones. A coveted and tailored version of Apple’s 3GS iPhone, this hand-crafted masterpiece combines elegant curves with top quality VS1 black and white diamonds. Each phone is presented with a beautiful certificate of authenticity and comes in a polished briefcase, specifically designed to protect the item during transit. If you’re looking for other gift ideas, iQ also has the BlackBerry Bold in sapphires and rubies. For further information, please contact iq@worldwideiq.com.

Niseko, located on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido, is blessed with some of the best powder snow in the world. It also has the longest ski season of any resort on Earth.

Quintessentially Escape can offer a fabulous five-night Escape to this exciting, internationally renowned resort where guests will stay in a luxury penthouse apartment, just minutes from the slopes and the many restaurants and shops of Hirafu Village.  All equipment, ski passes and lessons are included in the package, as well as daily breakfast, high tea and dinner which will be served by your personal chef.  In addition, you will be treated to a thrilling day of snowmobiling, and a trip to one of the many local onsens (hot springs) to relax your muscles after all the activity.

This package is valid from 5th December 2009 to 3rd April 2010.  For further information, or to make a booking, please contact a Quintessentially Escape Advisor on +852 3752 2081 or email asiaenquiries@quintessentiallyescape.com.

This month Quintessentially Gifts has secured one of the most unique Birkins on the world market, a 35 cm Shadow Bikin in Black coloured leather. The Shadow Birkin is the latest edition of the iconic Hermes handbag to be released. Lending an artistic interpretation to the classic Birkin design, Jean Paul Gaultier said his inspiration for the bag was the trompe l’oeil concept.

To purchase our featured Shadow Birkin, or for questions regarding a specific Hermes handbag, please contact us on gifts@quintessentially.com.

Quintessentially Art are delighted to offer members an extraordinary opportunity acquire their own set of the stunning reproduction of The Tsar’s Fabergé Eggs of the Forbes Collection, and a complimentary stay in Stockholm to view the Collection.

Originally made for the Russian Tsar in 1885, this recent collection is based on the original drawings of Carl Fabergé, and painstakingly assembled in St.Petersburg by Alfa Jewel craftsmen.  Quintessentially members have a unique, first-hand opportunity to purchase the remade famous collection, which comes as a limited edition of 100 eggs. The first one to be made is the famed ‘Spring Flowers Egg’ to be previewed in at the Gold Fair in Stockholm, Sweden, on the 9th of November.

Members wishing to attend the exhibition (www.goldfair.se) of the Spring Flower Egg ( www.ajewel.eu - website of the appointed distributor) will receive complimentary accommodation, airport pickup, and a discount on the price of the Egg, if an order is made at the Fair.  To attend the private show, enquire about the ‘Spring Flowers Egg’ or the series in general please email art@quintessentially.com or call +44 (0) 207 292 5110.

Brunch is surely the best meal of the day. After all, it implies that you’re on holiday as you can feast mid-morning, and it provides two meals in one, so it saves time to boot. Melbourne has a host of tempting brunch spots in which to indulge, so take your pick and settle in.

HARVEY’S
A classic Melbourne institution in leafy South Yarra, Harvey's boasts exceptional service in an elegant setting. Enjoy a glass of Champagne and the corn cakes are a must! Great for a pre-race day brunch. Bookings advised.
Location:  10 Murphy St, South Yarra.

ICI
In a slightly quirky nook of Fitzroy, Ici is a popular local spot with an abundance of homemade and organic dishes on the menu.
Location: 359 Napier St, Fitzroy.

THE LITTLE OX
This new addition to Brighton offers some of the best coffee in Melbourne and has an amazing brunch to match. A very chic destination in this posh neighbourhood.
Location: 452 New St, Brighton.

LAWSON’S GROVE CAFÉ
A fabulous secret spot for South Yarra locals. Come here for tasty organic produce after jogging around the 'Tan.
Location: 1 Lawson Grove, South Yarra.

RICHMOND HILL CAFÉ AND LARDER
A Melbourne institution with beautiful food in a great setting. Be sure to try the Cheese Room and pick up some produce in the Larder.
Location: 48-50 Bridge Road, Richmond.

CUMULUS
In the heart of Melbourne’s CBD art and fashion filled laneways, this fantastic eating house has great atmosphere with the best BLT in Melbourne.
Location: 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne.

For reservation assistance, please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

Mamma Mia
Friday 23rd October - Sunday 29th November - Sydney

Canned Laughter 2009
Friday 6th November - Hordern Pavilion

Swan Lake
Saturday 7th - Sunday 8th November, Regent Theatre. Melbourne

Nickelback
Sydney - Friday 13th November - Acer Arena
Melbourne - Monday 16th November - Rod Laver Arena

Green Vs Jones Boxing Match
Wednesday 2nd December - Acer Arena

Medibank International Sydney
Sunday 10^th - Saturday 16^th January - Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre

Australian Open
Monday 18^th - Sunday 31^st January - Melbourne Park

For all your ticketing needs please contact qaustralia@quintessentially.com.

Swissôtel Sydney is located in the heart of the harbor city’s vibrant business, shopping and entertainment precinct. This five star deluxe hotel is noted for its consistently high standards of quality in service and facilities.  In all aspects, the hotel reflects the tradition of the finest of Swiss hospitality. With both the Jpb Restaurant and the Crossroads Bar, the Swissotel is the ideal place to relax and entertain for business or social occasions. Quintessentially Members will receive a range of benefits including preferential rates, complimentary upgrade, chocolate dipped strawberries and more! Please see Australia/Sydney/Travel/Swissotel for further information.

Positioned on the edge of the world’s most stunning harbour, InterContinental Sydney is just a breath away from the famous Opera House, Royal Botanic Gardens, the ferries from Circular Quay and exclusive shops. The hotel’s 509 contemporary designed guest rooms and suites, each with a picture frame view, are a blend of luxury with comfort. Beyond your room, discover the hotel’s outstanding facilities, including an indoor heated swimming pool, 24 hour gymnasium and Club InterContinental - Sydney’s only rooftop lounge with wrap around terrace and panoramic views that stretch across Sydney Harbour. Quintessentially Members will receive preferential rates at this stunning hotel. Please see Australia/Sydney/Travel/InterContinental for more details.