Alexandra Zagalsky
Alexandra Zagalsky is a London-based journalist specialising in luxury, art and travel. She began her career working on a cultural guide for English-speaking expats in Paris, where her first major break was an interview with Lionel Poilâne, the late baker of Saint-Germain-des-Prés famed for his signature sourdough loaves. Returning to London in her early 20s, she went on to write for not only The Week but also The Art Newspaper’s Art of Luxury supplement, The Telegraph and The Times, as well as art and design platforms including 1stDibs’ Introspective Magazine and the magazines of the V&A, Sotheby’s and Christie’s. She studied fine art and art history at Goldsmiths, University of London and continues to explore travel journalism through the lens of art, craftsmanship and culture.
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Manu Atelier: meet the sisters behind the cult handbag brandfeature Chic and surprisingly affordable, the Turkish label is a global success story
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Where to buy jewellery gifts this ChristmasSpeed Read Pick out a special piece for a special someone
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Jennifer Gibson interview: shine on with costume jewelleryIn Depth The expert collector shares her passion for vintage treasures with a special edit at Selfridges
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Christmas gifts: best tech and gadgetsThe Week Recommends Add these gizmos to your shopping list this year
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Ten arty and unusual Christmas gifts for himThe Week Recommends A selection of imaginative and elegant gifts for discerning gentlemen with a keen eye for design
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Ten of the best luxury watches for everyday wearThe Week Recommends These classic timepieces are reviving the sporty category with verve and ingenuity
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Tomo Koizumi interview: meet fashion’s king of rufflesIn Depth The art of big frills according to the Japanese maximalist
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Designer Stella Jean on her latest collaborationThe Week Recommends The sustainable and ethical fashion pioneer reveals the process behind her new project with artist Michael Armitage
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The history behind the new Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Navy BlueThe Week Recommends Latest addition to the brand’s flagship collection is one of the most highly sought-after diving watches of 2020
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Gered Mankowitz: music photography uncoveredIn Depth The legendary snapper on his career highs and lows and his unmissable new documentary
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Valtteri Bottas interview: F1 star talks cars, cycling and life during lockdownIn Depth Mercedes’s Finnish driver is an ambassador for luxury watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen
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Ben Ainslie on his mission to bring home the ‘Auld Mug’Speed Read The Rolex testimonee will skipper Ineos Team UK in sailing’s America’s Cup
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The beagle has landed: Omega unveil Snoopy anniversary watchThe Week Recommends Speedmaster marks 50 years since Omega was handed Nasa’s Silver Snoopy Award
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YSL muse: Betty Catroux’s unmistakable styleThe Week Recommends New exhibition and book celebrates the French fashion icon
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Moët & Chandon’s bijou bar pops up at Selfridges LondonSpeed Read Retail therapy just got even better thanks to this cocktail bar with an arty twist
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La Bouche Rouge: sustainable luxury make-upIn Depth French luxury beauty brand doesn’t believe in compromise when supporting the environment
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David Remfry: Hollywood puppy love at the Chelsea HotelSpeed Read Portraits by the British-born painter celebrate the relationship between dogs and their owners
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Kenzo Takada: remembering a master of colourThe Week Recommends A fresh look at the joyful and immersive biography of the Japanese designer following his death at the age of 81
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Alicia Keys wants you to have more soulIn Depth Award-winning musician has unleashed her creativity on the beauty world
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Make time for me: bespoke watches for everyoneIn Depth New tales of customisation in the world of fine watches
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Paper perfectionist: couture of a different kindIn Depth The delicate paper art of Paris-based creative Marianne Guély
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Shaun Leane: McQueen’s jewellery disruptorIn Depth A new art book chronicles an illustrious career
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Rexhep Rexhepi: the watchmaker’s watchmakerIn Depth Meet Rexhep Rexhepi the maverick force in Swiss horology
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Interview: photographer Nick KnightIn Depth The revered fashion photographer on his passion for English garden roses
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