Fashion Night Out 2014

Fashion night out is usally my one night in the year that I make a note to go out too. Parties, fashion, and dinner with friends. Last year I missed it as it moved to Manchester, this year it was back in London and Im still wondering where it went?

Previous years as you turn the corner of New Bond Street you will find lots of people and the road blocked off. You can feel the atmospher and you can hear the parties and see the commotion happening down as you reach Old Bond Street. This year there was no commotion, no people, no road block.

South Molton Street seemed to be hosting most of the night and only a hand full of the main designer shops were doing anything. I dont know if it was badly advertised or just hardly any flagship stores partisipating that it just felt like such a flop compared to previous years.

I really hope next year will be better or I will end up not going any more, as this year it might as well not of happened as it felt like there was No Fashion Night Out.

#FNO #FashionNightOut2014

Day Out: Hyper Japan

It's not the 1st Hyper Japan event being held in London & and since it is a culture of entertaing, fun, interesting, cute, beautifull and weird.. this should be good.

There was gaming stations, cute "kawii" shops, a few traditional bits and bobs, some manga illustrators (A drawing of you can range from £5-30), craft areas that you can participate in (for free write your name in Japanese or make origami), and food stalls!

Those who follow my blog know I've been to Japan. So I was a tad disappointed that I didn't see the things I liked from when I was there. No banana roar, no easy eat bento boxes, no representatives showing Kyoto, hardly any sushi, and prices for things like soft toys were more then in the shops outside.

There was still a lot of space that can be filled and in time there might be more shows and stalls. It was fun to see people dress up in their character outfits.. one was even in stilts as a robot (cracked me up ordering food).

I did watch some traditional music as well as some J pop performances. Wish they had Japanese drummers.. seen some before and they were awesome!

I think its an event that is still yet to grow.

*regular up coming event info posted on my Facebook fan page*

Day Out: Taste of London 2014

Foodie? This weekend Regents park plays host to the Taste of London Food Festival. Sample and buy food and drink from restaurants, bars and shops from around London. Watch demonstrations of cooking tips, recipes, and new products.

If you book in advance there are some sites that have special 2 for 1 deals. Otherwise booking in advance over the organisers website will save you a few pounds rather then paying at the entrance.

Personally I was a tad disappointed. As I brought my 2month daughter in tow trying to find food. I found more alcoholic beverages then anything. The food and drinks cost more then going out to eat for the size portions you get, so I'd advise you to eat before you arrive. Average cost of food is £4 for a small bowl of anything that looks like child's portions and £5-£10 for drinks.

As an avid baker I was hoping to see more demonstrations and at least one baking shop participate. All I found was a couple bread shops.

It was however an enjoyable day. Good idea for a date or even a day out for with your besties. As my friend put it we are 'ladies who lunch'

Go on try some culinary delights and have a few drinks, even have a bit of a dance at the silent dj stand.

www.london.tastefestivals.com

Looking back at Vouge Night Out 2012

This year is probably the first Vogue Night I'll be missing. I've been awol as the last 2 months I've been suffering from Hyperemesis, so far been in hospital 4 times for what is best to describe as extreme vomiting and dehydration seen in some pregnant women. Yes I'm pregnant and having a hard 1st trimester that blogging or anything has been on hold.

As an ode to my annual Vogue Night, I thought to put up the pics of last years. As last year I had no computer to post it.

Last year I went with friends and dinner at Patara after. The main attraction was the jive dancing stage out side Hermes and loudest party must have been Micheal Kors. It looked so packed and hands in the air rocking from outside!

 

I am upset I cant be there this year. Last year I was actually paped by a magazine. My hair was shaved on one side my outfit chinos rock vest and wedges. This year I was planning long tutu skirt.. oh well next year it is then.

The House Of Peroni: Master Class with Haizhen Wang

If you have been following my fan page on facebook you would have known about such events like The House of Peroni. In the month of July The House is hosting an array of art, food, and fashion, basically the Italian lifestyle. You can walk into the rooms and see the sculptures, photography, and art. Drink and eat on the roof garden. As well as attend master classes they are holding from fashion, food, drink mixing and DJing?

I went to the Concept to Catwalk hosted by Haizhen Wang. The winner of the Fashion Fringe award 2012, and with his own label launched in 2010.

He talked about how he goes from the idea to the sketches to the making of a pattern, and in that 2hr master class, little did I know I was cutting out paper and learning about bust points, and how to make a pattern, and darts, to pinning on a template on mannequin.

I might be going to another one next Sunday. Check out their website for more information and events. Its something different to do and if you miss this month, they will be back in November.

Details:

Location: 41 Portland Place London W1
Nearest Station: Regents Park
Admission: Free unless taking a class.
Classes: Range from £16.50 inc. charges (says £15 on the site) to £20. This inc a soft drink or a bottle of Peroni.

web links:

http://thehouseofperoni.com

http://www.haizhenwang.co.uk

Wireless Festival July 2013

My 1st festival and it was baking! I thought to go prepared... no need for an umbrella or a rain poncho. But we did pre order a locker in case we needed to leave things like a jacket for the evening.

Wet wipes check, tissues check, cheap (don't want to break or loose expensive) sunglasses check, bottle of water check, hygiene gel check, sunblock already on check!

I didn't end up wearing boots on the day as it was so hot. I wore converse. Was going for a dixi chick look. The hoodie was the warmest  I have incase it chilled in the evening... which it didn't. 

Tip...Rookie mistake to wear sandals.. they are 

a. not an all day walking comfortable item 

b. can break when your drunk, I've seen girls looking really bad.

c. dust, dirt and dodgy tan lines!

Best mate to dace with in tow and here we go.....

The Legends of the Summer JT and JayZ did not disappoint as we danced for hours to some new and old jams. Then the guest star Riri arrived and everyone was running to take pictures. 

I wanted to take more pictures of festival fashion but I was disappointed. Everyone in the same Aztec dress, bikini tops and crack showing denim shorts. Maybe the heat got to them but it was just vests folded to their bras and men all top less and shorts. 

I did however manage to find one girl on the left.... looking hot cool and fierce... 

More luck next year.....

July 2013 Events

June was the month I was at 3 charity/fund raising events from chimes for change, Not On Our Watch and Oxjam. Was also the month for the mens wear fashion week.

On to July here is your save the date..

Dance Al Fresco

Feel like dancing in the park? Learn to tango? Or watch others do so?... Taking place all month. Head down to Hyde Park if you participate proceeds go to tree planting of the park. 

Fashion Rules

4th July is the opening of a new exhibition at Kensington Palace. Previewing clothes worn by the Queen, Princess Margaret and Princess Diana. From the spirit of the 50s down to the extravagant 80s.

Club to Catwalk

10 July is the opening of a new exhibition at the V&A. The inspirations behind 80s catwalks from the UK clubs. Showcasing over 85 outfits from the likes of John Galliano and Vivian Westwood. 

Wireless Music Festival

12-14 July Wireless festival... need I say more? Tickets are pretty much sold out unless your going VIP and there are some tickets left for Sunday. Headliners dubbed the kings of summer JT and Jay-Z.

For a faster update on any events like my facebook page where I add events in advance.

Itunes have started posting their line up for itunes festival in sept. So start signing up now if you want free tickets to see an artist or band you love.

Look Sharp: Karen K

"Not On Our Watch Project is a non governmental, international relief and humanitarian aid organisation based in the United States" founded by George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Jerry Weintraub and David Pressman. Last Saturday a fundraiser was held in its name where I attended its after party.

 

Sushi, Models, Vodka and meeting some great people in aid of helping a good cause was worth it.

Someone who made a big impact on guests was Karen K.

Other than being a beautiful model Karen is also a passionate woman about her brand and its ethos. Karen K shoes is about comfort and having shoes that you can literally run in. Not just a gem for your mantel/shelf of "must have" shoes because it hurts too much to walk or stand in . As she talked to me about equilibrium, steel and memory foam, was enough to make this shoe lover drool, google and, check out her site. Name drop that Nicole Scherzinger was seen wearing them for a performance on X-Factor and tweeted after how she found them so comfortable and loved them. Angel wing tattooed, brand, logo, Karen only launched her brand in 2010 and 3 years later is making waves for a promising future.

Check out her bespoke shoes...

I still giggle how her website calls them Keels and Koots. Its just cute.

www.karenkboutique.com

Day Out: Chimes for Change

This week has been crazy. With the sun out I had been out with friends and last weekend I had to help open a new store in Bicester Village, getting me home late. So a few nights to let my hair down was required.

This month kicked off with the Chimes for Change concert that was also aired on BBC and was sponsored by Gucci. A charity event to help girls and women everywhere, for better health, education and justice. 

It had an amazing line up of singers and guests star appearances that we were just going on like school kids saying Oh My God or screaming! Obviously they were all gucci clad. Was like watching a Gucci concert. 

That aside, it is a cause and something that people should support and I am happy to know that the money I paid for the ticket is going to just that. 

Please support Chimes for Change. These artist are 1 person that made a difference in our lives imagine how you too can also make a difference in others. 

http://www.chimeforchange.org