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CASINO ROYALE
Keep the Fruit | Mins 75 & 76
The Vesper Martini In minutes 74& 75 we have the iconic scene of James Bond ordering the Vesper Martini. The ingredients of the drink; 3 measures of Gordons, one of Vodka, half a measure of [...]
SWEET DISTRACTION- Mins 73&74
Vesper Lynd In minutes 73& 74 we see Vesper Lynd entering the casino hall in her stunning purple plunge neck dress, designed by Roberto Cavalli. Her beauty was supposed to distract the other players at [...]
The Password – What Does Bond Type? (Mins 71&72)
In minutes 71& 72 we see Bond entering his password into a keypad as instructed by Mr Mendel. The Account Number has already been given by Vesper Lynd and the password will enable the funds [...]
USER REVIEWS AND COLLECTIBLES
Benson & Clegg – James Tie Slide from No Time To Die
Article by Daniel Gaster. (Field report 070). “I was very existed to get it, as it wasn’t as expensive as the TOM FORD Cufflinks from the two pervious movies”. No Time To Die (2021) [...]
Mil-Tec – Men’s Touch Screen Gloves from No Time To Die – Review
Article by Daniel Gaster. (Field report 069). …it should be more of a practical item that Bond uses, so that he can keep a firm grip on things… Daniel Craig No Time to Die (2019) [...]
ROYALE Filmwear – Bolivia Jacket from Quantum of Solace – Review
Article by Daniel Gaster. (Field report 068). Like most Quantum pieces (screen accurate or reproductions), the jacket has a classic style, which works with a lot of different smart casual options. Field Report: 068 [...]
EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS
Lock & Co Hatters X 007 Launch Party (Photo Gallery)
Date 26th April 2022: Location: Lock & Co - St James St. Today I'm just going to share some photos I took on my phone of the Lock & Co X 007 launch party. The [...]
Michael G. Wilson Delivers Speech at the 60th Anniversary Celebrations in Burlington Arcade
Water in a Bollinger Bar, not very Bond like. What's new? On behalf of The Bond Experience I was invited to the Burlington Arcade to see in the 60th Anniversary Celebrations of the James Bond [...]
No Time To Die Royal Albert Hall Red Carpet Premiere | Best Bits
I wanted to share some timely thoughts and photos on the red carpet premiere for No Time To Die. Left: Morten Steingrimsen of James Bond Norway, me and Right: Daniel Gaster Dateline: Roughly [...]
TRAVEL DIARY
Czeching out Prague – Bond, Bourne & Mission Impossible Locations
Czeching out Prague A few weeks ago I was in Prague and took a day out to visit this city, and more importantly the locations of many espionage related films. In preparing for my trip [...]
Dukes Hotel – Have your Say
Have your say.. Anastasia and I went to Dukes Hotel in St James for a Afternoon Marteani Experience. A very Ian Fleming setting, but did Ian Fleming really go there? Are there any photos of [...]
Somerset House London – Two James Bond Locations in One
Somerset House is just a short walk from Covent Garden and is really low hanging fruit if you're a Londoner. It featured in two James Bond locations, Goldeneye and Tomorrow Never Dies. In Goldeneye the [...]
FURTHER THOUGHTS
The Timeless Appeal of the Tuxedo
There are few garments that can command attention and project quiet authority like the tuxedo. It's not just formal wear; it’s a statement! A well-fitting tux signifies confidence, power, and poise, so it’s no wonder [...]
The Legacy of Casino Royale: How 007 Redefined Spy Fashion for the Big Screen and Beyond
Casino Royale (2006) marked a pivotal moment in the history of James Bond, redefining the spy’s iconic image and setting new standards for fashion, cinema, and entertainment. With Daniel Craig’s portrayal of Bond, a perfect [...]
Dressed to Kill No More: The Decline of Las Vegas Casino Glamour
Movies can often colour our perception of what certain places are like in reality. Take Las Vegas, for example. If you’ve never been, you’ll likely have picked up your impression of the place from a smattering [...]