Beetlejuice… Heathers… Edward Sissorhands… Mermaids… Reality Bites… If you, like me, were obsessed with all things Winona Ryder in the 90’s you will be just as pleased to see her on the cover of Interview this month looking SMOKIN! The barely aged 41-year-old (who is appearing in two films this year, ‘The Iceman’ and ‘Homefront’) looks fan-freaking-tastically fierce in this macabre, gothic shoot by British photographer Craig McDean.
Wino Forever.
Congrats on Your Face
Massato London
This week I had an amazing blow-dry at the recently opened Massato London hair salon in South Kensington (54 Fulham Road, SW3). Massato, a renowned Japanese hairdresser who has tousled the golden locks of Kate Moss and created styles which have adorned the covers of Vogue, already has three popular salons in Paris and two in Asia. The London salon is bright, white, minimalist and modern with reclining chair beds for you to oh-so-comfortably have your hair washed and head blissfully massaged. Whist sipping on champagne and being spoiled with sushi and sweets, my hair was treated with delicious smelling Massato ‘Bien Etre De Vos Cheveux’ products (available in store) and given some much appreciated va va voom volume and shine.
Merci, ありがとう, Thank you!
Massato London is open Monday - Saturday (9am-7pm)
(Blow-dry from £55.00)
Prancercising
Need a new exercise regime ahead of the summer? Look no further... Prancercising! Described by its 61 year old creator Joanna Rohrback, in uncomfortably tight white leggings, as "a springy, rhythmic way of moving forward, similar to a horse's gait," prancercising has become an internet sensation. The workout includes trotting ("it's really hot!") galloping ("we are gonna really cut the noose and let it loose!") and shadowboxing ("it's better to be punching into space than in your face!") If horsing about along a path is neigh your thing, watching this video will at least have you in stitches.
Sixty Years a Queen
Loving London celebrating the Queen's 60th Anniversary of the Coronation!
Queen Elizabeth II Marks 60th Coronation Anniversary
Today marked the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation and this was celebrated in a service at London’s Westminster Abbey this morning.
In 1952, the then Princess Elizabeth, whilst on holiday in Kenya, received the news of her father George VI’s death and subsequently flew home a Queen. 16 months later she was crowned at the age of 27, with the service broadcast live to the nation. Only Queen Victoria, who was Queen from 1837 to 1901, has reigned longer than Elizabeth II.
The Dean told the congregation, “we gather to give thanks to almighty God for the faithful ministry and dutiful service the queen continues to offer God and the people of this nation, the overseas territories and the realms, and as head of the Commonwealth.”
Further events are being organized to celebrate the queen’s 60 years, including a four-day Coronation Festival in the gardens of Buckingham Palace (July 11 to July 14) and an exhibition of coronation outfits. 'Long Live The Queen!'
J. Crew Pop-Up
I recently attended the J. Crew pop up, a two-day sneak peak of the autumn/winter ’13 collection ahead of their launch in the UK on Regent Street this November. I was met by a rainbow of delicious Italian cashmere (which you could charmingly have monogrammed), a plethora of gorgeous, wearable printed silk and a selection of sparkling, custom-made jewel collars which would make any outfit delightfully unique.
Below (L-R): Henry Conway and Annabel Simpson, Astrid Harbord and Kelly Eastwood
I love J. Crew’s easy and accessible approach to dressed up daywear, and I was specifically enamored with their statement necklaces. some of which were created by New York based jeweller Lulu Frost. Although vintage in style, these necklaces are thoroughly modern and awoke my inner-magpie… I want them ALL!
Above (L-R): Astrid Harbord, William Woodhams and Annabel Simpson with Coco Bear
The all-American retailer also announced they are teaming up with Central St Martin’s fashion school on a series of design projects as well as offering a new scholarship.
My top J. Crew picks for the summer...
Above (L-R): Bijoux Bow Ballet Flats - RRP. £207.26, Crystal Compilation Necklace - RRP. £143.69, Vacationland Blouse - RRP. £108.85, Collection Cashmere Sweater in Punk Floral -RRP. £224.68, Mini-Pineapple Bikini Set - RRP. £85.07
London Boutiques: This Month - June
I'm really pleased to announce I will be have a regular monthly feature recommending the best London based fun & fashion on the newly relaunched eCommerce site, London-Boutiques.com! My June hightlights include (...drumroll please) Love Brunch at Kensington Roof Gardens, Charlotte Tilbury's Rock'n'Kohl at Selfridges, enjoying Trooping the Colour at Vista on the Trafalgar Hotel's rooftop, watching Wimbledon at the Bluebird Chelsea, the epic Hard Rock Calling and Chris Levine's 'Light' exhibition at the The Fine Art Society Contemporary... Phew! Enjoy!
Friday I'm In Love
Mr Foggs
The imaginative Duncan Stirling and Charlie Gilkes have yet again provided Londoners with an impressively extravagant bar. Following in the footsteps of Barts, Maggies andBunga Bunga, this dynamic duo have recently opened Mr Fogg’s, on Mayfair’s Bruton Lane. The beautiful bar pays tribute to the adventures of the famously eccentric explorer Philieas J Fogg. I visited this bar last week with girlfriends and was immediately transported whimsically into the 1870s, being met by an immaculately dressed porter who showed us to our table. The entire room is brimful with trinkets from Mr Fogg’s travels; quirky artifacts, unusual antiques, portraits, leather luggage, birdcages, maps and an immense hot air balloon (in which he travelled for 80 days) taking centre stage. The drinks and menu are also themed with Victorian Absinthe cocktails served in antique punch bowls. Extraordinarily unusual, utterly elegant and highly recommended.
Below: Charlie Gilkes and Duncan Stirling with his beautiful wife Zoe Stirling.
Mr.Foggs (15 Bruton Lane, Mayfair, W1) open Monday-Saturday 5pm-1am.