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As winter sets in it’s time to get serious about the new season and invest in that important extra layer – our new winter coat. Buying a winter coat is a big investment and generally need some research behind, so it’s not the time to make mistakes. Indifferently if you are one of those shoppers that purchase a vast number of coats or if you prefer instead to spend more for one high quality coat that will last more than a season, it doesn’t change the fact that it’s still important to get it right.  But, how to choose? It’s hard to know where to start! Buying a coat that is on trend is one consideration but it also has to answer different criteria such as our lifestyle and if it will work with what we already have in our closet.  When it comes to your seasonal cover-up quality is also so important, so don’t cut corners as you’ll only end up having to replace a cheap one. We’ve chosen our favourite coats to help narrow down your choice so let us guide you through our AW17 outerwear selection, from shapes and shades to styling and occasion.   TRULA Available in olive green ...

Can you believe it is already the end of the year? December sneaked up way too fast! The holiday season brings everyone online. They are looking for the perfect gift, fun activities for their family get togethers and scrumptious dinner recipes. Above all it’s time to turn on some Christmas music and putting up some home decorations. There is no right or wrong when it comes to holiday decorating, but sometimes it’s a little hard to get started. Looking for Christmas ideas? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Here are some ideas for your Christmas decorations.  Go for something elegant and intimate or turn your sitting room into a winter wonderland! Christmas Trees Christmas tree decorating is all a personal preference. We suggest finding a colour scheme to stick to as this will make the decorations easier to manage but if you feel like going technicolour for Christmas- go for it! Christmas is all about whatever brings You joy! Colour and lights on a tree can bring a special enchantment to a Christmas evening. Whether you prefer the warmth of clear lights or the festive allure of coloured lights, or even let the simple beauty of the pine tree shine through.     ...

If you haven’t been forced into the Christmas spirit already with the sheer volume of red, green and glitter around the capital, it won’t take long before it hits you. There is a host of events on around London for both adults and families. At Christmas, London’s dance venues really do their best and stage a beautiful array of yuletide shows. Ballet classics like ‘Swan Lake’ and, yes, the immortal ‘Nutcracker’ dominates the bill at big theatres like the Coliseum and the Royal Opera House. But further afield, there are also family-friendly contemporary dance shows and dazzling ice spectaculars to see! We’ve brought together some of the best moments from our favourite Christmas shows! The Nutcracker Over 100 dancers and musicians bring The Nutcracker to life with exquisite dancing, beautiful sets and Tchaikovsky’s glorious score played live. Tchaikovsky’s classic Christmas tale has been knocking around since 1892 and has never been more popular. But how to decide which of the four Nutcrackers to see in London? -English National Ballet, The Coliseum The English National Ballet returns to the Coliseum to restage a show seen by over 70,000 audience members last year. From the sound of the orchestra tuning up, to the final bows and cheers, a ...

Because no one does Christmas quite like Europe.   Is it too early to start talking about Christmas? It may be six weeks until the Eve, but Europe’s festive markets have already started opening their doors. And where better to enter into the yuletide spirit than at a traditional Christmas market? From the streets of Bath, London and Edinburgh to centuries-old traditions in snowy Scandinavia to the heart of Bohemia- they all celebrate Christmas with the best options for mulled wine, ice rinks, traditional toys and decorations and much more. Are you still trying to decide which one is right for you? Check out our guide to the best UK and European destinations for a December to remember. Britain’s Christmas Markets Bath – November 23 to December 10 The award-winning market in the picturesque streets surrounding the famous Roman Baths and Bath Abbey boasts more than 200 traditional stalls and chalets as well as an abundance of festive performances. Each chalet sells a variety of high-quality artisan products made by local suppliers, including handmade Christmas decorations, personalized gifts, festive food and drink and local artwork. Edinburgh - East Princes Street Garden, November 18 to January 6                  ...

Remember, remember the 5th of November…and don’t forget your cashmere jumper! It’s Bonfire night, so get ready for fireworks, sparklers and toffee apples! Bonfire Night is one of our favourite annual events in the UK bringing some of the best traditions with it, including big, cosy bonfires and an enchanting display of fireworks. Bonfire night traditionally celebrates the failure of the Gunpowder Plot which attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament in 1605. Nowadays, it’s an excuse for everyone to wrap up warm and gather with family and friends around an enormous bonfire, watching fireworks shooting up and colouring the sky in brilliant colour. Nothing says Autumn in the UK, like feeling the warmth of a bonfire on your face, sipping on warm, mulled wine or and drawing your name in the sky with a sparkler! Many see Bonfire Night as the transitional point from lightweight jackets and jumpers, to some heavier and cosier pieces. If you need some ideas on what to wear this bonfire night (its meant to be a cool one), think outfits that keep you warm and cosy, whilst keeping a fashion forward edge. Here are our top picks from our new arrivals to keep you warm ...

Frieze art fair, the art world’s version of Fashion week is dedicated to bringing together all forms of contemporary art. It also acts as a source of inspiration for those passionate about art and design. Presenting the work of emerging and internationally established artists, Frieze also gives a voice to prevalent topics and debates, becoming the most significant week in London’s cultural calendar. With such a large range of installations and artwork being displayed, we have created a selection of our personal favourites! Read on to discover more. Yuki Kimura Kimura’s work uses imagery to explore the relationship between depicted and actual space, showing consideration of the viewer as a medium inbetween the imagery and situations that they may encounter. The “Katsura” installation is an exploration of themes such as time and dimension in concurrence to the present space where the installations have been placed.     Billie Zangewa From a new series called “Love and Happiness”, five angular tapestries, created from refused silk, depict diaristic scenes of everyday life in which Zangewa herself features frequently. Seeking to articulate the female experience, both personal and universal, displaying her own intersectional identity as a black woman living in South Africa   .   Sex Work ...