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Clive Christian is a prolific designer with a passion for luxury and a philosophy no more complex than the desire to be “the best in class.” With his eponymous brand Clive Christian is undoubtedly a unique and influential force within the British luxury industry of today.

Described by the commissioning editor of the Sunday Times Style magazine as “someone who has strengthened British brands” he is as well known for his commitment to excellence as he is for his breathtaking interiors, unique perfumes and devoted celebrity following.

All products are made without a reference to cost which means the brand  is not bound by ‘industry standards’ – he is not a mass market operator, nor have his goals ever been about commerciality.  It is, however, the drive and enthusiasm for his brand which is the most infectious quality of the man himself.  His expectation to succeed, based on the current level of success his companies enjoy, inspires all those who work around him. Absolute quality is his world. This, combined with a dynamic and pioneering approach to sales and marketing, has set him apart from even his nearest competitors and, quite simply, placed his companies in a class of their own.

The eldest of four children born to a biochemist father and an artist mother, the designer was born in Scotland yet raised and educated in Cheshire, England.  Upon leaving college, he embarked on a career as a freelance interior designer and soon became fascinated by the ergonomics of kitchens and, more importantly, “how people lived their lives.”

Clive Christian Home was founded in 1978 and the forward-thinking yet classic designs soon secured its position at the helm of the global luxury interiors market.  Indeed it was the famous Victorian-style painted kitchen that has been credited with revolutionizing the way society views the heart of the home – not just as a functional work space, but instead as a luxurious setting for relaxing and entertaining.  Happy to acknowledge he was the first designer to put chandeliers into kitchens, being labeled as “eccentric” some 20 years ago, it is now the most copied classic design in the industry.

Then in 2000 came the revival of one of the oldest British perfumeries, a move he credits to his eldest daughter Victoria’s passion for perfume, combined with his own relentless pursuit of all things beautiful.  The Worlds Most Expensive Perfume was soon created and has captured the imagination and seduced the hearts of perfume devotees all over the world. This is yet another credit to his uncompromising commitment to sourcing only the very best ingredients from around the world. He believes: “Only deal with people and objects you love; handle them with due respect and the rewards will be without compare.”

Luxury, timelessness and beauty are the three defining qualities across all Clive Christian products.  They link the different facets that make up a truly unique design house with a passion to endure as a future British icon.  As he recognizes himself;  “We have a very clear look, a brand that has significance and integrity……..that’s why I’ll spend the rest of my life reinforcing meaning for that brand.”

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