Showing posts with label Rain. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rain. Show all posts

Wednesday, 30 January 2013

Shop at Selfridges

One of London's most iconic shops is Selfridges

The second largest store in the UK opened over 100 years ago
The window displays alone are worth a visit

Monday, 17 December 2012

Friday, 19 October 2012

Hollywood arrives in London

Visit Hollywood Costume the new exhibition at the V&A

Judy Garland's ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz'
Audrey Hepburn's iconic black dress from 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'
Brad Pitt's outfits from 'Fight Club'
Charlie Chaplin's famous suit, hat and cane from 'The Little Tramp'

Wednesday, 19 September 2012

Become a Book Worm at Daunt Bookshop

Daunt Books Marylebone is an original Edwardian Bookshop in Marylebone Village


The stunning interior is lined with books and oak galleries
There is a specialist section for travellers
There are monthly events with well-known authors


Wednesday, 18 July 2012

Escape the rain and shop at Burlington Arcade

This unique shopping area is an iconic timeless street in London's Mayfair
It first opened in 1819 as one of Britain's first shopping arcades

Indulge in some luxury treats such as those at Laduree

Friday, 6 July 2012

Bond is back at the Barbican

‘Designing 007: Fifty Years of James Bond Style’ celebrates London’s most illustrious spy James Bond

There are impressive full size models such as the scene from 1964's Goldfinger

Props on show include the Golden Gun from the movie The Man with the Golden Gun

The iconic bikinis worn by Ursula Andress in Dr No and Halle Berry are displayed

Sunday, 20 May 2012

Delight in some Café Culture at the National Café

Escape the crowds & rain and relax with a pot of tea or a glass of vino 

Find this hidden gem in the heart of London next to Trafalgar Square
Listen to live music on the baby grand piano every Thursday & Friday night
Soak up the cosmopolitan vibe
And don't forgot to pop into the National Gallery next door

Wednesday, 25 April 2012