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Peekaboo Vintage

Topshop's Secret

It’s no secret that Topshop is all about bohemian dresses and vintage-inspired pieces. Even more so in their Secret Store, finally revealed last week. The hidden pop-up space at their Oxford Circus boutique offers a range of specially created pieces of clothing and jewellery. Collaborations with Michael Van Der Ham, Nasir Mazhar and Pamela Love are among the surprises in store for the Topshop customers. Some of the Unique’s best sellers have been revived for the special project and could be found only in the shopping space. The chamber of secret shopping is hidden behind specially curated flower stalls by the designer duo Meadham Kirchhoff. Can you keep a secret?

It's a Hats World

Not long ago my mother shared with me her biggest fear concerning her daughter’s graduation – she did not have a fancy hat a la Philip Treacy for the ceremony. The panic attack was soon over, but I kept thinking about the importance of hats in British society. Just in time came my discovery of this tiny hat shop, which celebrates the millinery tradition and craftsmanship. Recently opened in Mayfair, the boutique is dedicated entirely to hats. I had the chance to briefly chat with one of the representatives of the Dutch brand, which has boutiques in both Amsterdam and Dusseldorf. Some of the pieces, which were on display, were specially created by Royal College of Art graduates Soren Bach, Justin Smith and Noel Steward. After half an hour’s considerations of getting myself a lovely panama hat, I left the store empty handed, but knowing I will be back pretty soon.

BaByliss Pool Party

Last week I attended a party to celebrate BaByliss new hair stylers. At the posh Haymarket Hotel we sampled delicious culinary treats, sipping tasty cocktails and enjoying Henry Holland’s DJ performances. Oh yeah, and I managed to try the Root Boost, Wave Envy and Big Hair Drier. All I can say is – Thank you BaByliss for making my early mornings a bit less of a nightmare!

Henry Holland was responsible for the amazing music

Clerkenwell Design Week

Last week I made my way to Clerkenwell to check out the newest trends in the world of interior design, decorations and architecture. The exhibition gathered quite a list of designers and brands, who had their latest creations and innovations on displays at the artistic showrooms scattered around East London. The Farmiloe Building – the main CDW building was home to some of the most exciting names in design and contemporary art. 

Pin Up Girl

Today is the final day of Clerkenwell’s Design Week, which celebrates the creativity and innovation in architecture, interior design and art.  The next post will be dedicated to the pop-up exhibition, featuring plenty of photos. Here, though, is one of the main events, which took part of CDW – Lulu Guiness’ installation. The British handbag designer has created a life-sized pin art structure, which encourages guests to be creative and make their own full body sized portrait. The installation, inspired by Lulu’s autumn winter collection is constructed by 6000 aluminium pins, which change according to the individual body shape. Check out some of the most original designs on the facebook page or make your way to Clerkenwell and have some fun trying your own artistic skills. Below is my creation, not quite sure what it is, but hey, this is art, n’est pas?