A bold and stylish champagne lounge

Does the world need another Champagne bar? Absolutely The Luxury Travel Bible says! Especially when said lounge is a little different.

TLTB was present at the intimate launch this week of the new Perrier -Jouët lounge at London’s Dukes Hotel and we had to stop ourselves staring at all the luxe design features.

Interior designer Shaun Clarkson has considered every aspect of the room's design. When you next visit take time to notice the carpet (and not just because you've had one too many) it is hand- made in India to reflect the flowers on the Perrier - Jouët bottles. The roses reflect the pink of the cushions, the shades of champagne are present in the wallpaper and the whole colour scheme is inspired by the classic Belle Époque bottle.

Oh, and the champagne isn’t half bad either! Sommelier Thomas was on hand to recommend the best bottle ... he also says the Champagne Cocktail '1811' will go down very nicely after dinner.

All those roses make a change from other champagne bars in the area (no leather, dark wood and mood-y lighting here). While all men at the launch felt very at home with a glass in hand the women all agreed that it was a very female-friendly space - great for a girls’ get together.

But boys, if you feel a need for a more manly area head upstairs to Dukes' Martini Bar. Ultimate male James Bond was created here when Ian Flemming wrote some of the original Casino Royale. Yes, that is why Bond drinks his Martini shaken, not stirred. Looking for macho inspiration? Ask if you can sit at Flemming's table. SB

Luxury Link: www.dukeshotel.com