Luxury Lifestyle Magazines: Publications for the Affluent UK Reader

If you’re looking for magazines that reflect a high‑end lifestyle—travel in first class, bespoke suits, fine dining, rare watches—then this article is for you. I’ll walk you through what luxury lifestyle magazines are, highlight some top UK titles, share my own experiences and practical tips on how to choose one that fits you. The tone is relaxed, real‑life and very UK‑centric.

What is a luxury lifestyle magazine, really?

When I say “luxury lifestyle magazine” I don’t just mean a glossy full of shiny stuff. I mean publications that target readers who already have—or aspire to have—disposable income, refined tastes, and want more than just trend pieces. These magazines often cover:

• Bespoke or high‑quality clothing, tailoring, accessories
• Luxury travel, high‑end property, fine food & wine
• Cars, yachts, private jets, rare experiences
• Culture, art, design from a refined perspective

As a friend once told me when we shared a magazine in a business lounge:

“It’s not about the most expensive thing, it’s about the thing that feels right for you, and those magazines help you spot it.”

In the UK context, luxury lifestyle magazines serve readers who are comfortable with the finer things—though not always ostentatious—and want to live well, look well, travel well. They’re a mix of inspiration, aspiration and practical info.

Why you might choose one

Here’s why investing time (and perhaps money) in a luxury lifestyle magazine can pay off for you:

• Inspiration for how to live better: You might get ideas for your next holiday, a watch you’ll wear for 10 years, or a property tweak that changes your space.
• Discovering brands and experiences you wouldn’t otherwise: Some of the content is niche—private‑jet charters, ultra‑luxury hotels, limited edition watches.
• Curated advice rather than random articles: These magazines often have editorial teams that pull together features with depth—not just “10 cheap travel tips” but “the most interesting ultra‑lux hotel experiences in 2025”.
• Keeps you current in style + culture: If your world mixes business, networking, travel and lifestyle, having a magazine that covers all of that helps you speak the language.

My anecdote: I was in a hotel lounge recently, picked up a copy of one of these magazines and ended up reading an article on the re‑design of a classic car. It sparked a conversation with someone next to me in a way a generic magazine wouldn’t have. That’s the kind of edge a luxury magazine can give you.

Top UK Luxury Lifestyle Magazines You Should Know

Here are some of the best publications in the UK space for luxury living. I’ll highlight 5‑7, and include what makes them special, how they differ, and whether they might suit you.

1. Luxury Lifestyle Magazine

What it covers: The magazine describes itself as “the ultimate showcase for five‑star travel, fine dining, exclusive property, luxury interiors, high performance cars, private jets, high‑end fashion …” within the UK market. (luxurylifestylemag.co.uk)
Why it stands out: It ticks many “luxury” boxes and is clearly aimed at affluent readers seeking the very best.
Best for you if: You like breadth—travel, cars, property—and a high‑gloss finish.
Tip: Use it as a “lookbook” for the next level of your lifestyle—read to spot what you might aim for in 1‑5 years, not just next month.

2. Tempus Magazine

What it covers: This UK magazine focuses on “award‑winning luxury lifestyle for London and beyond” – covering travel, style, launches, high‑end experiences. (tempusmagazine.co.uk)
Why it stands out: It has a strong London / UK slant, ties into private members’ clubs, elite hotels, events.
Best for you if: Your base is London (or you visit often) and you’re into the “city luxe” side of lifestyle as much as travel.
Tip: Keep an eye out for their “24 hours in …” city features. Great when you’re planning a short trip and want something classy.

3. The Gentleman’s Journal

What it covers: A men‑oriented luxury magazine: style & grooming, food & drink, business, lifestyle, travel. (Gentleman’s Journal)
Why it stands out: It merges style and success—good if you’re not just interested in “things” but also what you do, how you present yourself.
Best for you if: You’re male (or identify with male‑luxury lifestyle), and want a mix of dress, success culture, and refinement.
Tip: Use the grooming sections to upgrade small things (e.g., your fragrance, shave kit) which often have big return on how you feel rather than cost.

4. Lusso

What it covers: A UK‑based quarterly dealing with “all aspects of the luxury lifestyle market” including property, yachts, cars. (Wikipedia)
Why it stands out: Very high end, more niche, slower pace (quarterly) which often means deeper features rather than quick reads.
Best for you if: You’re already comfortable, maybe investing, enjoying the lifestyle—so you want thoughtful features rather than “what’s new this week”.
Tip: Keep your copy—these kinds of magazines can become reference pieces for ideas you’ll revisit.

5. Square Mile

What it covers: Initially aimed at professionals in London’s financial district, it covers celebrity interviews, luxury watches, travel, fashion, motoring. (Wikipedia)
Why it stands out: If you work in or around City / finance, this hits your world well—where success, lifestyle, and luxury overlap.
Best for you if: You’re in finance/business, want to keep taste sharp, and your lifestyle ambition aligns with city success + luxury.
Tip: Their watch awards are a good way to identify timepieces which combine investment value + lifestyle.

How to pick the luxury magazine that suits you

Here are some practical questions + considerations, based on my own trial‑and‑error in choosing what to subscribe to.

Ask yourself:

• What’s my budget for magazines? Some luxury titles can cost more (especially quarterly or large‑format).
• How much time do I have to read? If you’re busy, go for a magazine that reads well in one sitting.
• What part of “luxury lifestyle” matters to me most right now? Is it travel? Property? Watches? Cars? Style?
• Do I prefer print, digital, or both? Many titles now offer both.
• Am I looking for inspiration or actionable advice? Some mags lean more gallery than guide.

My personal “pick checklist”:

• I flipped through the current issue: did I find at least one article I’d bookmark or keep?
• Did I feel the magazine spoke to my lifestyle, not someone else’s?
• Will I re‑read or revisit? If yes -> good sign.
• Does the magazine offer access to events, exclusive perks or more than just reading? That adds value.

Some extra tips:

• Try buying a single issue first (many shops or digital editions) before subscribing.
• Use the magazine to upgrade one thing in your lifestyle each month: e.g., try the hotel they reviewed, buy the watch they featured, book the travel they suggested.
• Keep the magazine in your living room or office—flip through it when you have 10 minutes, rather than leaving it unread.
• Use the digital edition if you travel a lot—the heavier print copies are beautiful but less portable.

My real‑life story

I used to subscribe to a general men’s style magazine, but found I rarely finished reading it. Then I got a copy of The Gentleman’s Journal while waiting at an airport lounge. The difference? I felt like this magazine was talking to me—about tailoring, watches, travel—and it didn’t feel like “trying too hard”. I ended up subscribing for six months, and during that time I upgraded my work‑week jacket (based on an article) and booked a long weekend stay that felt “luxury but real”.

That shift in mindset was subtle but meaningful: instead of treating a magazine as passive reading, I treated it as a tool for lifestyle enhancement. That’s what these luxury lifestyle magazines can offer if you use them right.

Summary: What you’ll get & what to watch out for

Benefit	What to look for	What to watch out for
Inspiration & big‑picture ideas	Great photography, deep features, strong editors	Glossy only, lacking substance
Actions you can take	Practical features (hotel reviews, watch buying)	All aspirational, no “how to” or useable advice
Quality & aesthetic	Large format, good paper, beautiful layouts	Heavy cost, too niche or irrelevant to you
Alignment with your lifestyle	Content matches your interests & life stage	Feeling alienated or “this isn’t me”

Final thoughts

If you’re reading this because you want a magazine that reflects your lifestyle or helps you level up, the right luxury lifestyle magazine can be a wise choice. It’s not just about looking at expensive things—it’s about living well, investing wisely (in time, taste, experiences) and doing so in a way that fits you.