LÉA SEYDOUX
Our cover star originally pursued dreams of becoming an opera singer, before she shifted her gaze to the big screen. A celebrated career in both French cinema and Hollywood has followed, including her Palme d’Or winning-performance in Blue Is the Warmest Colour and her recurring role in two Bond films as Madeleine Swann. In this issue, she sits down with Yasmin Omar to discuss her new projects: Dune: Part Two and The Beast.
I feel best when I… ‘keep active.
It helps with self-esteem.’
How do you stay productive during a working day? ‘Listening to music gives me energy. It’s better than coffee.’
The key to a good night’s sleep? ‘Making love.’
What helps you to relax?
‘Making love.’
DARA HUANG
The award-winning American architect is the founder of the practice Design Haus Liberty, which counts LVMH and the Four Seasons among its clientele. She invites Brooke Theis into her home in ‘Crème de la crème’.
I feel best when I… ‘wear great-fitting clothes. A well-cut blazer makes me feel so confident.’ Your favourite way to start the day? ‘Next to somebody I love. When I wake up and my son is looking at me, my heart just fills up.’
The key to a good night ’s sleep? ‘I wish I knew!’
What is your favourite form of exercise? ‘I love speed-walking in the park. If it’s cold, I will opt for reformer Pilates.
JANE HARTLEY
The US Ambassador has had an impressive and varied 50-year career in the public and private sectors. After senior positions in the White House, two spells as a CEO and a diplomatic posting to France, she takes on her highest office to date. She lives in Winfield House with her husband and their Australian shep
