HOPE TO SEE YOU ON ISLAND OF MALTA FOR THE NEW EDITION OF THE 24 hours of ELEGANCE - MALTA DAYS OF ELEGANCE ( for more info contact us directly)

Pitti Uomo Firenze, January 11 and 12, 2022

24 hours of Elegance - The Monograph presented at the Unicredit Pavillion on occasion of the Pitti Uomo, followed by Salon of Excellence at Aria Art Gallery.

Following the book launch, the latest edition of Salon of Excellence was an event to remember at Aria Art Gallery in the heart of Florence. Numerous guests, luxury industry professionals, media and fashionistas, celebrated the finest artisans and sartorial art. World renowned sartorial masters, Sciamat, has presented their newest line VIBE to style cognoscenti, while artisanal mavens, Maison Siniscalchi featured their amazing creations, bespoke shirts all of which made by hand. Florence’s very own Saskia showed the most beautiful selection of hand made shoes, exclusively bespoke. Viola Milano featured their latest selection of silk ties and accessories. In the avant-garde setting of Aria Art Gallery, surrounded by stunning pieces of contemporary art, guests enjoyed DeGorsi Gin cocktails, exclusively created on the spot by the leading mixologist in Florence.

24 HOURS of ELEGANCE MONOGRAPH launch at Camps de Luca in Paris, France -  November 25 -27, 2021

End of November is reserved for the PARISIAN launch of the 24 Hours of Elegance 10th Anniversary Monograph. It will take place at the temple of french elegance - Atelier of the preeminent Maison Camps de Luca - in conjunction with fabled cloth maker Lanificio Cerruti On the occasion, apart from browsing the book, discussing tailoring intricacies or commanding a Camps de Luca bespoke wonder, Lanificio Cerruti will present their latest collection of the exclusive Finissimo Super 180s cloth.

October 22, 2021 - Global Launch of the 24 hours of Elegance - The Monograph at ASI pavilion The event took place at the Auto e Moto d’Epoca classic car fair in Padua, Italy, the largest classic car fair in this part of Europe. It was the perfect backdrop for the 24 hours of Elegance book launch at the Italian Classic Car Federation ASI pavilion.

We thank ITALIAN classic Car Federation - ASI for their patronage and CAMET - Tuscan Classic Car Federation for their relentless support.

During the 24 hours of Elegance book launch and the event Presentation under the patronage of the Italian Classic Car Federation ASI, important personalities of the international classic car scene joined us at Auto e Moto d’Epoca classic car fair in Padua, Italy on October 22. Present were Dr.Alberto Scuro, President of ASI, Ing. Giuliano Bensi, President of CAMET, DeGorsi, Arch. Marco Rodda, director of ASI international collaboration commission , Ugo Amodeo, President of @coppadellaperugina , Arch.Corrado Lopresto, President of @lopresto.official , Dr.Giorgio Andrian of UNESCO.

Global Launch of the 24 hours of Elegance - The Monograph at the Auto e Moto d’Epoca classic car fair in Padua, Italy, on Friday, October 22 at 11 o’clock at ASI pavilion! The largest classic car fair in this part of Europe, will be the perfect backdrop for the 24 hours of Elegance book launch at the Italian Classic Car Federation ASI pavilion. We thank ITALIAN classic Car Federation - ASI for their patronage and CAMET - Tuscan Classic Car Federation for their relentless support.

Italian Institute of Culture in Belgrade September 30-October 8, 2021.

New event and exhibition on occasion of the 10th Anniversary of 24 hours of Elegance and the launch of the Monograph.

Italian Institute of Culture in Belgrade September 30-October 8, 2021.

New event and exhibition on occasion of the 10th Anniversary of 24 hours of Elegance and the launch of the Monograph.

24 hours of Elegance – a monograph on Excellence by Alex Dordevic of DeGorsi

€99,00

An indispensable vademecum of the world of excellence and elegance. Selection of the finest craftsmen from the style epicenters of the world, handpicked by Alex Dordevic of DeGorsi, featuring bespoke tailors – Rubinacci, Camps de Luca, Sciamat, Cifonelli, Liverano, A.Caraceni, Kilgour, Panico, Edward Sexton, and Chiaia; shoemakers – GJ Cleverley, Saint Crispin’s, Stefano Bemer, Corthay, Aubercy, Rivolta; shirtmakers,  accessories and woolen mills such as Siniscalchi, Marol, Viola Milano, Vitale Barberis Canonico, Lanificio Cerruti etc. Plus the finest classic cars winners of the 24 hours of Elegance – Concours d’Elegance coming from major collections such as Lopresto, Saulius Karosas, CAMET, Touring Superleggera, Tiriac Collection, Livon collection etc.

Contents List 280 pages over 300 illustrations English language Released in 2020 W 25.5 x L 30.8 x D 3cm Hand-bound limited edition ISBN: 2.5 kg About the Author: Alex Dordevic is the founder of DeGorsi Luxury consulting and creator of the 24 hours of Elegance – Concours d’Elegance and Salon of Excellence event, held annually at the Royal Palace in Belgrade, Serbia since 2011. Year after year, he has gathered the finest artisans of the bespoke elegance and excellence in craftsmanship, along with the selection of superb classic cars, creating a memorable lifestyle event that echoed around the world. Mr.Dordevic has a background in marketing and tv production, along with his lifetime passion for finer things in life.

A beautiful guide to the world of bespoke excellence, with a selection of hand-picked world-class artisans in fields of bespoke tailoring, shoemaking, and finer things in life, gathered by Alex Dordevic, founder and chairman of 24 hours of Elegance – Concours dElegance and Salon of Excellence event, held annually since 2011 at the Royal Palace in Belgrade. The book is divided into two parts – the first dedicated to top artisans of the bespoke world and the second to the finest classic cars, winners of Concours d’Elegance, held at Belgrade Waterfront since 2011. Each year is introduced by world-renowned authorities on style, elegance, and craftsmanship such as Nino Cerruti, James Sherwood (author of The Perfect Gentleman), Franz Botre (Arbiter magazine), Hugo Jacomet (author of Parisian Gentleman), Bernhard Roetzel (author of Gentleman), Wei Koh (The Rake), Fabio Attanasio (Bespoke Dudes), Yoshimi Hasegawa (author of Bespoke Style), and Matt Hranek( WM Brown magazine).

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The Royal Palace of Belgrade and the Belgrade Waterfront development hosted the 9th edition of “24 hours of Elegance - Concours d’Elegance & Salon of Excellence”, the finest classic car and culture of excellence event in Southeast Europe, which was held 6-8 September 2019 in partnership with GENERALI Insurance Serbia, Belgrade Waterfront real estate development, British Motors (exclusive importer of Jaguar and Land Rover) and in synergy with the Serbian Federation of Historic Vehicles (FIVA Member) and the British-Serbian Chamber of Commerce (BSCC). The event was chaired by its founder, Alex Djordjevic of DeGorsi Luxury Consulting, and was held under the patronage of the Royal Family of Serbia. As an international event, Generali 24 hours of Elegance is dedicated to the celebration of prestigious brands that are synonymous with a supreme quality of manufacture and meticulous, detailed craftsmanship. The guests shared their passion for classic cars, and for elegance, style and refinement, in the uniquely captivating settings of the Royal Palace and Belgrade Waterfront development. This year’s edition was dedicated to British excellence in craftsmanship, with the participation of many top-level artisans from the United Kingdom.. 

The opening gala took place at the White Palace on Friday, 6 September 2019, with the unveiling of the MASTERS OF EXCELLENCE exhibition, which was presented by the renowned ARBITER magazine. As this year’s edition was dedicated to British masters of elegance, it was attended and championed by superlative and world-renowned craftsmen from that country, such as EDWARD SEXTON, the iconic bespoke tailor from London, GAZIANO & GIRLING, the superb bespoke shoemakers, TURNBULL & ASSER, the celebrated shirt-makers to kings and statesmen, HARRISONS OF EDINBURGH, the famed purveyors of finest cloth, and VIOLA MILANO, the renowned maker of accessories. The presence of such distinguished guests was complemented by tastings of the famous HENDRICK’S Gin, the spirit of choice for true gentlemen and ladies. , the spirit of choice for true gentlemen. 

The automotive star of the evening was the 100% electric JAGUAR I-PACE, voted both European and World Car of the Year in 2019, in perfect counterpoint and contrast with a selection of other Jaguar classics, such as the E-type, the XK120 (from Scuderia Nuvolari Mantova), and the XJ6 coupe, which were on display in the Palace Gardens.

But what was most in the spotlight at the palace was undoubtedly the beautiful trophy from the Belgrade Grand Prix of 1939, which was won by the racing champion Tazio Nuvolari and presented to him that year on the occasion of the birthday of King Peter II of Yugoslavia (the trophy was on loan from the Nuvolari Museum in Mantova, courtesy of Motor Heritage Consulting, ACI Mantova and Scuderia Nuvolari).

The Golden Salon of the Palace was dedicated to the finest artisans from Serbia, such as HOH handmade timepieces, BLACKBIRDFIELD ladies’ hats and amazing fascinators, and EVICA handmade gloves, as worn by the Duchess of Cornwall of the British royal family, to name just a few of the distinguished brands on exhibit.

At noon that day, to mark the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Belgrade Grand Prix, a number of spectacular classic cars once again toured the track around the Kalemegdan fortress as in 1939, led by the all-electric JAGUAR I-PACE to demonstrate the new era in which we live.

Another special highlight in Belgrade was the presence of a beautiful formula racing car, the 1947 CISITALIA D47 from the famous Collezione Lopresto, which was the last car driven by Tazio Nuvolari at Monte Carlo in 1948, which perfectly matched the occasion of the Belgrade Grand Prix’s anniversary.

Later that afternoon, the BELGRADE WATERFRONT Gallery hosted some of the most prestigious luxury brands, which were showcased at the “Salon of Excellence” conference and exhibition, held in partnership with Belgrade Waterfront. The Chairman of the conference, Alex Djordjevic of DeGorsi Luxury Consulting, discussed the concept and value of “excellence in all things” together with Dominic Sebag Montefiore, the creative director of Edward Sexton, James Cook, manager of Turnball & Asser's flagship store on Jermyn Street and Tom Eriksson, the man behind the Viola Milano brand and creator of the mnswr.com platform for discerning gentlemen.

“GENERALI 24 hours of Elegance by Jaguar”, a uniquely prestigious event, once again highlighted Belgrade this year as an unexpected capital of style and refinement. We look forward to the 10th Anniversary edition in 2020. Additional information: www.24hoursofelegance.com

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The Royal Palace of Belgrade and the Belgrade Waterfront development will host the 9th edition of the finest classic car and culture of excellence event in Southeast Europe, the „24 hours of Elegance - Concours d’Elegance & Salon of Excellence”, from September 6-8, 2019 in partnership with GENERALI Insurance Serbia, Belgrade Waterfront real estate development, British Motors (exclusive importer of Jaguar and Land Rover)and in synergy with the Serbian Federation of Historic Vehicles (FIVA Member) and British Serbian Chamber of Commerce(BSCC). The event is chaired by its founder Alex Djordjevic of DeGorsi Luxury consulting and will be held under the patronage of the Royal Family of Serbia. Generali 24 hours of Elegance, is an international event dedicated to the prestigious brands, synonymous with supreme quality of manufacture & craftsmanship of details. Guests will share their passion for classic cars, elegance, style, and refinement, in a uniquely fascinating setting of the Royal Palace and the Belgrade Waterfront development. This year’s edition is dedicated to British excellence in craftsmanship with the participation of top-level artisans from the United Kingdom.



The opening gala will take place at the White Palace, on Friday, September 6, 2019, with the unveiling of MASTERS OF EXCELLENCE exhibition, presented by the renowned ARBITER magazine. This year’s edition is dedicated to the British masters of elegance championed by superlative craftsmen, renowned for their artisanship, such as EDWARD SEXTON, the iconic bespoke tailor from London, superb bespoke shoemakers GAZIANO & GIRLING and the famous shirt-makers to kings and statesmen TURNBULL & ASSER, the finest cloth of famed HARRISONS of Edinburgh, along with renowned accessories by VIOLA MILANO, complemented by tastings of famous HENDRICK’S gin, the spirit of choice for true gentlemen. The automotive star of the evening will be a 100% electric JAGUAR I-PACE voted both the European and the Global Car of the Year. But, in the spotlight at the palce, no doubt, will be the beautiful trophy from the Grand Prix of Belgrade in 1939, that champion Tazio Nuvolari won and that was presented to him that year, on the occasion of the King Peter II of Yugoslavia birthday ( the trophy comes from Nuvolari Museum in Mantova thanx to the cooperation with Motor Heritage Consulting, ACI Mantova and Scuderia Nuvolari. Special salon of the Palace will be dedicated to the finest artians from Serbia, such as HOH handmad itmepieces, BLACKBIRDFIELD ladies hats and fascinators and EVICA gloves, handmade gloves, worn by Dutchess of Cornwall, to name a few.



Saturday, September 7, will be marked by the “Belgrade Classic Car Show 2019”, that will take place at the Belgrade Waterfront, the new home of prestigious „ BELGRADE WATERFRONT Concours d’Elegance 2019“ - an exhibition of the most beautiful classic cars that will include some splendid cars coming from all over Europe. As of noon, on occasion of the 80th anniversary of Belgrade Grand Prix formula race, once again spectacular classic cars will tour the track around the Kalemegdan fortress, as in 1939. JAGUAR and LAND ROVER will present its latest models. Later in the afternoon, BELGRADE WATERFRONT gallery will host some of the most prestigious luxury brands, showcasing at our „Salon of Excellence“, conference and exhibition, held in partnership with Diplomacy & Commerce magazine and LUXLIFE.rs The same evening, in front of Belgrade Waterfront palace, „Generali Best of Show 2019“, the award ceremony of „Belgrade Waterfront Concours d'Elegance“ will take place with the support of numerous fans and enthusiasts of the classic car world. The 24 hours of Elegance - 2019 edition will have its official closing with a spectacular Gloria & Hendrick’s party at the sumptuous terrace of Hilton hotel, in partnership with Gloria magazine and Hendrick’s gin. Welcome to the “GENERALI 24 hours of Elegance by Jaguar”, a uniquely prestigious event, which pinpoints Belgrade as an unexpected capital of style and refinement. Additional information: www.24hoursofelegance.com

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