The fashion world mourn the loss of designer Alber Elbaz last April. Elbaz helped breathe new life to the house of Lanvin where he created clothes that celebrated women. He was a designer who loved women and never objectified them. His collections for Lanvin were a brilliant mix of the sensual and powerful, glamorous and for lack of a better word – wearable. There was romance to the dresses he spun from vibrant silks and tulle but there was also an edge with his deployment of unfinished edges and exposed zippers. His designs drew a battalion of fans from celebrities like Beyonce, Natalie Portman, Julianne Moore and Meryl Streep to everyday women who wanted clothes that enhanced their beauty. Read more
Unique NanoStrike Technology in the fight against airborne viruses and bacteria
Virus elimination from indoor air is vital to our health and wellbeing. Innovative technology in the fight against airborne viruses, originally designed for clinical environments, is now available for use in any workplace or indoor setting. Developed and manufactured in Ireland, this revolutionary air disinfection system from Novaerus uses patented NanoStrike technology to eradicate ALL airborne pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2 (the virus causing Covid-19) at DNA/RNA level, creating safe indoor spaces. Many harmful viruses including SARS-CoV-2, Influenza, Measles, TB, Norovirus and bacteria such as MRSA, are airborne. Read more
Now comes a time for “ NO TIME TO DIE”
The 25th James Bond — is finally arrived following a major celebration – its world premiere at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Tuesday evening. The glitzy, star-studded event welcomed our favourite 007 Daniel Greg himself, as the legendary secret agent, along with several fellow cast members and a quartet of royals. It’s been a long road to this premiere, which was originally due to take place in March 2020. Together with Daniel Craig on the red carpet were co-stars Rami Malek, Lea Seydoux, Lashana Lynch, Ana de Armas, Ben Whishaw and Naomie Harris, director Cary Joji Fukunaga and musician Billie Eilish, whose title song, “No Time to Die,” has already won a Grammy. Read more
The new innovative wok and steamer from famous Haufson Cookware has arrived!
Haufson are rapidly becoming one of the UK’s leading brands in cookware, identifying a need in the market to create cookware for the home with unrivalled quality. Haufson’s Wok/Steamer is somewhat of a hero flagship product which can be used on all hobs, designed with a marble inlay and extra thick aluminium casting creating a natural non-stick surface. It’s oven safe with a standable lid and built-in steam vent all shaped under 8000 tonne of pressure.
With its pearlescent coloured body and innovative lid, the British designed cookware will be the perfect addition to any stylish kitchen. Its ergonomic design also means it can be stored as one device rather than separately. Eating healthily is now as quick and easy as grabbing a takeaway with the launch of Haufson’s pioneering non-stick technology which rivals competitors.
Stockist details: the RRP of Haufson’s Wok Steamer is £79.99 available from https://www.haufson.com £89.99 Amazon.
LAVAZZA OFFICIALLY OPENS THE DOORS OF ITS UK FLAGSHIP STORE
With the inauguration of Lavazza’s first Flagship store outside of Italy, the brand brings an immersive coffee experience to London!The store spans across two floors of luxury retail space, joining premium brands including Liberty London, Burberry and Ferrari on this coveted central London strip to bring a taste of Italian style to the capital. The store aims to bring an immersive coffee experience to London for the first time, blending the sophistication of traditional Italian espresso with UK coffee culture.
Visitors to Lavazza’s Flagship store will be treated to:
- Sample authentic Italian coffee recipes alongside exquisitely made patisserie for an elevated coffee moment
- A stylish interior, the ‘Caffetteria’ has been designed by celebrated Italian architect, Carlo Ratti, which is crowned with a stunning, custom chandelier made of 700 resin coffee beans
- Delicious Coffeetails menu, including a selection of sophisticated coffee cocktails such as Coffee Spritz or Bittersweet Polma – paired with bar snacks for the ultimate Italian aperitivo
- Get an exclusive, first look at Lavazza’s newest range, of single origin, specialty coffees, 1895, which combine high-quality beans from independent, sustainable plantations with the highest technology in coffee processing.
- Enjoy a Top Gastronomy restaurant experience, with a menu curated by Italian Michelin Star chef,Federico Zanasi, head of Condividere
Bright outcome from Hybrid and entirely Gender – neutral London Fashion week
After 18 months of uncertainty, London Fashion Week will take place in a hybrid physical and digital format in September. During the pandemic, the biannual event took place mostly online, with just a handful of real-life catwalks on the schedule that came with stringent social distancing measures. Now, though, LFW was (almost) back to normal, with major brands including Simone Rocha, Richard Quinn, Erdem, and Roksanda all staging physical shows in addition we sow a number of landmark menswear moments taking centre stage. Read more
The EGF Power Cream is a new force in the fight against aging from Icelandic BIOEFFECT
This deeply nourishing, luxurious EGF cream (EGF stands for Epidermal Growth Factor) is a multi-tasking miracle worker – targeting wrinkles, age spots, loss of firmness and density, as well as dehydration. It features 23 clean ingredients, including two potent Barley actives; Barley EGF and Barley Beta Glucan, as well as Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, and Oridonin, a new and exciting skincare ingredient. The actives work in perfect synergy to transform your complexion to look smoother, brighter, and more youthful. Biotechnology is ground-breaking science that leverages, utilizes, and enhances the natural power of living organisms and ‘biotech beauty’ is an innovative way of harnessing plant organisms for cosmetic benefits.
Smashing launch of the UK’s first Pie & Mash Brunch in Electric Ballroom, Camden
The UK’s first Pie & Mash Brunch launches in Camden this Sunday with food by Iconic Robins Pie & Mash ShopIsle of Skye lovers better get Sheffield United because a right old cockney treat is coming to Electric Ballroom, Camden. London’s iconic music venue is set to host (probably) the world’s first and (definitely) greatest ever brunch when the legendary Robins Pie & Mash bring their pies to town on Sunday 12th September. They ain’t telling porky pies when they say this one is going to be a right old knees-up with tribute acts, DJs, bottomless booze and more, all from just £30.
Robins Pie & Mash is the most famous pie shop in the UK. They do things traditionally, with quality ingredients and authentic recipes across all four outlets in East London and the Essex area.
New Venue Pan Pacific is hosting Christmas Party Show 7-9 September
The London Christmas Party Show is a boutique exhibition that brings together a mix of the best Christmas venues and suppliers with hundreds of top event buyers, looking for inspiration for their next event. The Shows split event format consists of an evening event exclusively for Event Agents and two full event days dedicated to Corporate Event Buyers. With industry seminars, workshops and Christmas theming, it’s the perfect place to gain inspiration and source a range of suppliers for your upcoming events. The Show, organised by Story Events runs in parallel with its sister event the London Summer Event Show (taking place every January).
WORLD’S GREATEST MARQUES SET TO UNVEIL LATEST MODELS AT SALON PRIVÉ 1-5 September 2021
Salon Privé at Blenheim Palace has become a must-attend event for car launches and debuts, and this year will be no different. There is no better place to meet the manufacturers and see the industry’s latest and greatest designs up close, and in 2021 there will be plenty to enjoy…
- Land Rover, McLaren and Touring Superleggera among those to debut new cars at Blenheim Palace
- Salon Privé Week has become a leading destination for launches and debuts
- Established marques will line up alongside a new generation of automotive brands