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August 8 2022

Visions for the Future: The Exhibition

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A new thought-provoking exhibition opened at Selfridges this July. Selfridges teamed up with Reference Festival and brought artists, thinkers, and brands together to create Visions for the Future: The Exhibition. The aim of the exhibit is to create a vision of a positive, sustainable, ever-expanding future throughout artworks blending dream and reality, technology and biology.

Watch video here.

SuperFUTURES

The exhibition runs from 20^th July until 16^th October 2022 and is completely free to visit. No booking required.

The complementary guided tour tickets have been long sold out, however, you can self-guide yourself using the online exhibition guide.

In this guide you can learn more about each installation, find their exact locations on a map and listen to audio guides.

Stretch Your Imagination

‘Deep Float’ by Monira Al Qadiri

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Visions for the Future helps us stretch our imaginations to its very limits to try to figure out what the future might hold. The exhibition blends the “boundaries between human and machine, organic and crafted, nature and culture, physical and virtual, young and old are blurred.” – explains Agnes Gryczkowska, SUPERFUTURES guest curator.

Some of the Highlights of Visions for the Future: The Exhibition

The Giant

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‘The Giant’ by Gentle Monster is a large kinetic sculpture of a hyper realistic human face. The face is 9-feet (2.7 metre) tall and gives the viewers a bit of eerie feeling of being watched. The kinetic sculpture is capable of movements and facial expressions to make visitors’ experience more surreal.

Inflatable Black Labyrinth

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NOTE: This installation will be removed on the 18^th September!

The inflatable black labyrinth is a collaboration between Ottolinger and Jan Vorisek.

The shiny and slippery black surface of the labyrinth and the mannequin dolls visitors encounter throughout the experience creates an eerie lost in an alien universe feeling.

The aim of the labyrinth is to question the function of fashion and clothing in the perspective of the digital world. The black labyrinth is also questioning the idea of physicality and how reality and hyperreality connects to each other.

Raving Dahlia

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Raving Dahlia is a hyper realistic human machine by Iranian-Dutch visual artist, songwriter, singer, record producer, and director: Sevdalzia.

The animatronic sculpture has aluminium torso and realistic human face that moves and reacts.

The idea here is to encourage viewers to rethink the relationship between human body and robotics as well as the ideal beauty and body standards most of us cannot meet.

Benzene Float

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Benzene Float by the Kuwaiti artist, Monira Al Qadiri is around how fossil fuel consumption has an impact on our environment.

It’s an inflatable and Murano glass sculpture and it’s a scientific geometry of benzine’s chemical compound. Oil is being used in many ways and is present in many products we use in our everyday lives. However, we have to realise that oil is a harmful liquid to our environment as well as to the human body and the artist hopes it will become a worthless energy producer in the future.

Ready for your next adventure? Fun family activity at Tate Modern! Yayoi Kusama presents ‘The Obliteration Room’. Be part of an artwork. Decorate a complete white room with rainbow-coloured dots.

June 21 2022

‘Vision & Virtuosity’ – Tiffany & Co. Celebrating Their 185th Anniversary

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‘Vision & Virtuosity’ is a journey through Tiffany’s history featuring over 400 unique objects, including the legendary Tiffany Yellow Diamond that was worn by Audrey Hepburn in the 1961 romantic comedy: Breakfast at Tiffany’s.

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Seven Chapters of Innovation, Craftsmanship and Heritage

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The exhibition guides visitors through 185 years of innovation, craftsmanship and heritage starting from the foundation of the brand in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany in New York.

‘Vision & Virtuosity’ exhibition is divided into seven different themes or chapters, each of them highlighting an important moment in the brand’s life.

The first chapter is dedicated to founder Charles Lewis Tiffany and his legacy.

The subsequent chapters are to introduce some Tiffany’s most creative and influential designers and their history-making designs.

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There is a whole section devoted to Tiffany® Setting engagement ring, introduced in 1886.

Another whole chapter is dedicated to Breakfast at Tiffany’s and the legendary 128.54-carat Yellow Tiffany Diamond that has been worn by only four women in history.

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American socialite Mrs. E. Sheldon Whitehouse wore the yellow diamond at a benefit Tiffany Ball in 1957. Designer Jean Schlumberger re-set the diamond to a ribbon-like necklace that Audrey Hepburn wore in the romantic comedy, Breakfast at Tiffany’s.

Lady Gaga wore the diamond for the Academy Awards in 2019 where she was awarded for The Best Original Song. Beyoncé Knowles was the first black woman to wear the legendary diamond in 2021 as part of Tiffany’s campaign, ‘About Love’.

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The rare and biggest ever found yellow diamond was discovered in South Africa’s Kimberley Mine in 1877 and purchased by Tiffany and Co. founder Charles Lewis Tiffany the following year. The diamond was then cut to enhance its rich yellow colour.

The Yellow Tiffany Diamond is the most famous diamond in modern history.

Exclusive Collaborations

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To celebrate the special occasion, Tiffany’s & Co. collaborated with outstanding designers and brands. Limited-edition items in Tiffany Blue® are available in the gift shop along with limited-edition merchandise, accessories, and more.

Useful Information

Duration of ‘Vision & Virtuosity’ Exhibition

The exhibition is running from 10 June – 19 Aug 2022

Location

Saatchi Gallery

Duke of York’s HQ, King’s Rd, London SW3 4RY

Tickets

Tickets are available exclusively via the ‘Vision & Virtuosity’ app, available on the iOS and Google Play app stores.

Admission is FREE but pre-booking required.

Ready for your next adventure? A glass of wine in one hand and a paintbrush in the other. Welcome to The London Art Bar, the only bar in London to host regular painting events.

April 29 2022

Coca-Cola Opened First High Street Fashion Pop-Up Store in Covent Garden

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Following the successful launch of stores in the US, Coca-Cola has opened their first European pop-up flagship store in Covent Garden. Located on Long Acre, the store is a physical manifestation of the ‘Real Magic of Coca-Cola’ experience.

Watch mini video tour here.

Exclusive Clothing Collections

Coca-Cola Covent Garden Flagship, 32-33 Long Acre, WC2E 9LA

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The pop-up store opened on 28^th April and will be there for 5 months, until the end of September.

The store is selling limited-edition merchandise including a range of sportwear and workwear, as well as accessories, gifts, and unique drinks.

The store features fashion collaborations with such designers like Soho Grit, Alma de Ace and Herschel.

In addition to the wide range of high street fashion clothes and accessories, the store also offers limited-edition collectables for Pride this June.

Coca-Cola Intergalactic

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Celebrating their new limited-edition flavour, ‘Coca-Cola Intergalactic’, the pop-up store offers a range of Intergalactic merchandise in collaboration with other fashion brands, such as Staple.

Refresh, Recycle, Re-Use

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The store showcases Coca-Cola’s commitment to sustainability by sharing their fashion collection made with the use of recycled Coca-Cola bottles.

Coca-Cola’s aim is to collect and recycle their bottles and cans and make their packaging 100% recyclable.

Customise Your Can

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Add a personal touch to your cans at the ‘Customisation Centre’. Simply choose a design, add your personal message, and print your can.

Beverage Bar

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If you want to take a short break from browsing, have a refreshment at the Beverage Bar, serving up unique monthly mocktails and tap drinks with fun optional add-ons, such as ‘flavour bubble blaster’ and ‘flavour foam with graphic’.

Ready for your next adventure? If you love contemporary art, SaiakuNana Gallery is a must-visit in Shoreditch. The extravagant yet intimate gallery is being run by a Japanese artist and free to visit until the end of the Summer.

September 28 2021

‘Queen the Greatest’ Pop-Up Store Opened on Carnaby Street

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In collaboration with Bravado (Universal Music Group’s merchandise and brand management company), the legendary British rock band, Queen, opened a pop-up store in Carnaby Street to celebrate 5 decades of music.

The 2-story pop-up shop takes visitors on an immersive journey to explore the band’s history over the decades from the 1970s, when Queen was formed, through the 1980s legendary live performances till today.

Different Themes Every Month

57 Carnaby Street, London, W1

‘Queen the Greatest’ opened its doors today (28^th September 2021) and will be there for the fans to explore and enjoy until January 2022.

To make it even more exciting, the store will change its entire theme each month. Here’s the schedule:

OCTOBER – MUSIC MONTH

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October will be about album and solo releases.

Check the dates of the limited-edition vinyl releases here.

NOVEMBER – ART & DESIGN MONTH

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November will see the store showcasing a lineup of collaborative partners, such the Japanese designer, Tokolo or a limited-edition bear from Steiff.

DECEMBER – MAGIC MONTH

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In December the store will be filled with everything you need for a magical Christmas, from Christmas jumpers and wrapping paper to accessories, such as drinkware, caps and tote bags. If you love Monopoly, you can even ‘tour’ the world with the band with a Queen Monopoly game.

Fashion Collaborations

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The store has introduced new and exciting fashion collections, including exclusive collaboration with Champion, Wrangler and Johnny Hoxton jewellery.

The Champion collection features unisex T-shirts and sweatshirts, while denim pieces adorned with iconic song titles are up for grabs from Wrangler.

Designer Johnny Hoxton exclusive silver and gold jewellery creations are also available in store.

If you purchase an exclusive Freddie Mercury T-shirt, the profit will go to The Mercury Phoenix Trust. The charity was founded by Brian May, Roger Taylor and their manager, Jim Beach in memory of Freddie Mercury to raise awareness and funds for HIV/Aids. The Mercury Phoenix Trust is being supported by such names like Bono, Stephen Fry and Robbie Williams.

If you are unable to visit ‘Queen the Greatest’ pop up store personally, you can purchase a selection of items online at queenonlinestore.com/The-Greatest-Pop-Up-Store/

Immersive Experience

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Downstairs archive performances and Instagrammable moments are shown along with signed guitars that are available to buy. Other eye-catchy visual installations are set within the store, such as a Queen themed pinball machine, to tell stories about Queen’s legendary 5 decades.

Ready for your next adventure? The Rolling Stones store is just 1-minute walk from Queen’s pop-up store, so why not pop in and pain it black?

June 16 2021

17 Lovely Shops and Cafés to Survive Euro 2020

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Loathe football? I got you! Here are 17 lovely and strictly football free places to shop, dine and relax in London to survive Euro 2020.

SHOPS

Art Box

44-46 Shelton St, London WC2H 9HZ

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Art Box is probably the winner of the most adorable shops in London. They sell the cutest Japanese character plushies, stationary, accessories, and homeware. From Sanrio characters to Studio Ghibli to Gund (they do our all-time favourite kitty, Pusheen), there is something for everyone.

Take a virtual tour here.

Irregular Choice

35 Carnaby St, Carnaby, London W1F 7DP

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Cosplayers and Lolitas! This is for you. Irregular Choice is definitely the cutest shoe shop I’ve ever visited. They have an unbelievable range of adorable men’s, women’s, and kids shoes and accessories.

Take a virtual tour here.

Sai Sai

26 Chalk Farm Rd, Chalk Farm, London NW1 8AH

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Sai Sai is the ultimate shop for Lolita, Gothic (Lolita), Steampunk, and Punk in Camden. They have a range of super cute Lolita dresses in different themes like mermaid, puppet doll, bunny tea party or Alice in Wonderland.

Japan Craft – Arts & Crafts

Unit 2, Market Hall Lock Place, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AL

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Japan Craft has two different shops in Camden. One is an anime and manga themed shop, while the other one is revolving around traditional Japanese arts and crafts. They sell homeware, kimonos & yukatas, accessories, wooden puzzle boxes, tea sets, kokeshi dolls and more.

Collectif

36, Camden’s Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AH

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Collectif is a vintage fashion apparel, selling cute Trixie doll dresses, dreamy swing dresses, stylish 50s pencil dresses and more at an affordable price.

Black Widow

33 The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, London NW1 8AH

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Their main profile is Gothic and Steampunk fashion, but they also sell wide range of lovely corsets, Victorian skirts and dresses, Burlesque fashion, and accessories.

Moomin Shop

Camden – Camden Stables Market, Unit 20, London NW1 8AH

Covent Garden – 43, London WC2E 8RF

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If you loved the Moomin family as a child, this shop is for you. Moomin shop has two different locations, one in Camden and one in Covent Garden.

From cuddly plushies to clothing to stationery to snacks, they have they widest range of Moomin products can be imagined. Take a virtual tour here.

Sophie Tea Art

5-7 Foubert’s Pl, Carnaby, London W1F 7PY

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Located in Carnaby, Sophie Tea Art is the cutest art gallery in London. It’s not just a gallery, it’s an immersive experience with infinity room, rainbow stairs and selfie corners; all for free. You can even drink a free cup of tea while admiring the gallery’s paintings.

They change their decoration every now and then, so it’s worth to keep an eye on their social feed to see what’s new.

Take a virtual tour here.

DINE & RELAX

Rainforest Café

20-24 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 7EU

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Escape the heatwave and set out on an adventure in a rainforest.

Rainforest Café is a hidden exotic jungle under the pavements of the busy Piccadilly Circus. Special effects and lifelike animatronics bring the jungle into life around you while you enjoy your meal.

Perfect for a family day out.

Take a virtual tour here

EL&N Café

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EL&N Café has been voted as the second most Instagrammable café in the world. If you take a look at any of their venues, you’ll understand why.

No two EL&N café are the same. One is a pink floral wonderland, another brings us back to the neon arcade vibes from the 90s, while in another one you can ride on a pink carousel horse.

They have aesthetic colourful Insta and Tik Tok friendly drink and food.

Take a virtual tour here

Uzumaki

6 Holborn Viaduct, London EC1A 2AE

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Uzumaki is London’s very first anime themed restaurant. If you’re planning an anime/manga shopping day, make sure you stop by for an Uzumaki ramen and a Naruto bubble tea. Cosplay strongly encouraged.

Take a virtual tour here

Flower Burger

43 Charlotte St, London W1T 1RS

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Flower Burger is an Italian style restaurant in the heart of Fitzrovia. They sell delicious vegan burgers with rainbow buns and signature soft drinks. The kaleidoscopic interior matches the colours of their burgers, creating a fun playful ambiance. Head downstairs and enjoy your burger while sitting in a swing.

Take a virtual tour here.

Nayla Café

1019 Finchley Rd, London NW11 7ES

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This cute café opened this January and instantly became popular. They serve Instagram-ready food and drink to which the flower walls provide the perfect backdrop.

Four Quarters Bar

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Four Quarters Bar is a retro bar featuring the glorious 80s arcade vibes. They have tons of old-school games to play from Pacman to flipper to Mario Cart.

Book a console booth for a private PlayStation and enjoy a cold beer or one of their house cocktails and a pizza while winning your next round on Mario Cart.

Their Peckham venue is completely football free (they’re not showing the games there). Meanwhile, at their Hackney Wick bar Euro 2020 is being shown on indoor and outdoor projectors. But you can still turn your back to the projectors and find your piece while playing SEGA Rally, right?

Peggy Porschen

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Peggy Porschen is a realm of sweet treats, flowers, and pot of teas. They are most famous for their cute cupcakes and their dreamy floral decoration that changes every season.

This Summer you can book for an Alice in Wonderland themed afternoon tea party. Don’t be late for this very important date!

Tombo Café

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Tombo Café is London’s very first Sanrio themed café. They obsessed with Japanese green tea and its benefits to the health, so you will see its influence across their entire menu.

The whole place is super cute. There are Sanrio plushies everywhere for you to play with or enhance your photos with them. It’s not just the décor that is kawaii, but also their food and drink. Why not try one of their kawaii milkshakes or Sundae specials?

Take a virtual tour here.

WA Café

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WA Café is a small independent Japanese café selling unique range of Japanese bread, pasties, and cakes to give you an authentic taste of Japan.

Their minimalist interior provides a relaxing hideaway from the busy city life.

Ready for your next adventure? Dine inside a Van Gogh painting – Café Van Gogh.

June 3 2021

London’s First Anime Themed Restaurant – Uzumaki

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Naruto is one of the most popular anime series of all time; and guess what! A Naruto themed restaurant opened at Holborn Viaduct, and this is London’s very first anime and manga inspired Japanese restaurant.

If you’re a Naruto fan but have never heard of Uzumaki, don’t worry. They opened just before lockdown last year and almost instantly had to close and remain close till this May.

They re-opened on 17^th May for indoor dining and has instantly become a must-visit restaurant to not only Naruto fans, but all anime and manga fans.

Cosplay Highly Encouraged

“The things that are most important aren’t written in books. You have to learn them by experiencing them yourself.” – Sakura

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Uzumaki love cosplay and highly encourage everyone to show up in costume (and not just Naruto related) when visiting the restaurant. Keep an eye on their social feed because you might even get rewarded for showing up in your costume.

In May, Uzumaki hosted their first ‘Cosplay & Ramen Week’, and it was a huge success. All cosplayers even received a free Uzumaki Signature Bubble Tea.

It’s worth to keep your eyes open every time when around Uzumaki because there is a good chance to meet a member of the Akatsuki, Kakasi Sensei, Sakura or even Naruto himself.

Ramen, Sushi and Bubble Tea

“My hobby is eating different types of ramen and comparing them.” – Naruto

If you have ever dreamt of tasting Naruto’s favourite ramen, you are at the perfect place.

Uzumaki serves two signature ramen bowls exactly the way Naruto likes them: Uzumaki Ramen and Naruto Ramen.

Try Naruto’s Favourite Ramen or Create Your Own

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If want to create your own ramen bowl instead, you can do so. You can choose every single ingredient from the menu to create your very own ramen. Pick your broth, your type of noodles and as many toppings as you like. They have halal and vegan options, too.

All ramens are served on a bamboo tray with special wooden ramen spoon and chopsticks resting on a cute lucky cat chopstick holder. Absolutely Instagrammable!

Sushi

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Uzumaki don’t just serve ramen. They have a range of sushi sets and sashimi on offer. You can choose from 2pcs to 8pcs depending on your party size or your hunger.

Fancy a Drink?

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The fridge is full of our all-time favourite Pokémon inspired canned drinks, Ramune and other Japanese drinks in different yummy flavours. They have a range of bubble tea too: milk tea with tapioca or classic bubble tea with jelly popping balls.

TIP: Choose one of the Uzumaki Signature Bubble Teas to enhance your Naruto experience.

Want Some Souvenir?

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If you loved your experience in Uzumaki and don’t want to leave the place with empty hands, put your hands on a Naruto reusable cup, a lucky cat chopstick set in Uzumaki themed bag, and more.

And remember…

“If you don’t like your destiny, don’t accept it. Instead, have the courage to change it the way you want to be.” – Naruto

Ready for your next adventure? Come with me and discover the best anime and manga shops in London after you’ve finished your ramen!

September 10 2020

No 9 Carnaby – The Rolling Stones Opened Their Flagship Store

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The Rolling Stones have opened their first flagship store on the iconic Carnaby Street. Yay!

The news was announced on the 20^th August 2020 on all the mayor media from BBC News to The Independent.

Watch the YouTube video premiering the band’s new store. The video was recorded during pandemic, when Carnaby Street was empty.

Missed the grand opening? Watch first-hand videos here.

RS No. 9 Carnaby

The band’s first shop is on Carnaby Street and the location has been chosen for good reason. “Soho has always encapsulated Rock ‘n’ Roll, so Carnaby Street was the perfect spot for our own store.” – explained The Rolling Stones.

The shop showcases the band’s colours of red and black. In the window there is a soundwave installation taken from the opening of the famous song, ‘Pain It Black’ from 1966.

The shop floor features song lyrics and the fitting rooms are decorated with artworks from The Rolling Stones’ most famous albums.

The shop also introduces the band’s official colour ‘Stones Red’, the official red colour from Pantone that first appeared on The Rolling Stones’ tongue & lips logo and have been used since then over decades.

The Stones Fashion

The shop is jointly curated by The Rolling Stones and Bravado. Bravado is the Universal Music Group’s merchandise and brand management company.

The store sells branded men, women and kids’ fashion and accessories, the band’s latest albums and exclusive merchandise available in store only. The selection of merchandise reflects the six-decade career of The Rolling Stones.

The Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones was formed in 1962 in London and one of the most influential and most successful bands of all time with an estimated record sale of 240 million.

The band has released their new album ‘Goats Head Soup’ this September. The album features an all-new stereo mix of the original 1973 album, as well as three never-heard singles: ‘Scarlet’, ‘All the Rage’ and ‘Criss Cross’.

The Grand Opening

The shop’s grand opening was stylishly on 9/9/2020 at well…not 9am but 11am. A moderately long queue had already been formed when I get there to the shop at 8:30am. Half an hour before the opening the staff went around and gave branded face coverings with The Rolling Stones’ logo. They handed out approx. 50 and I was lucky enough to get my hands on one of them.

Shortly after 11am the security started letting fans into the shop. The amount of people was strictly limited due to Covid_19 but to be honest, I didn’t mind. It was way better spending time in the shop without a suffocating crowd. There were no useless arguments over products, and everyone had a chance to take photos, selfies and make videos without being disturbed by the crowd.

The store is really entertaining and immersing. The walls and the floors are decorated with either lyrics or The Rolling Stones’ famous lips & tongue logo. You can take selfies with one of the giant 3D logos or in one of the cool selfie corners.

On the front wall there are giant screens showcasing famous concert footages and animations while the band’s most famous songs are playing.

I was managed to get a limited-edition red vinyl of the band’s new album, Goat Head Soup.

Here it is in all its glory. Hope, one day I could get it signed.

After shopping I headed to see another giant lips & tongue installation under the Carnaby arch. After being polished, the sculpture was ready to become the backdrop of some promo photo shoots with fans.

It will be there for a while, so why not go Rock ‘n’ Roll and take some cool selfie for your Instagram?

Ready for your next adventure? Have you visited Hard Rock Café? Did you know that it’s the world’s premiere music museum displaying such items like John Lennon’s famous round glasses or Freddie Mercury’s favourite microphone?

August 26 2020

Hard Rock Café

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Hard Rock Café opened its gates at Piccadilly Circus in 2019. It marks the first Hard Rock location with a fresh modern design and the world’s largest Rock Shop.

Why Does Hard Rock Café Rock?

Hard Rock Café is famous for its collectable fashion and music-related merchandise, but probably it’s most famous for its rock-and-roll memorabilia. The café solicits donations of music memorabilia, but also purchase rare iconic items, costumes and photos on auctions.

Interesting Facts

The first Hard Rock Café was opened in London in 1971 and the founders were only given a 6-months lease, and the landlord didn’t think the restaurant would last 3 mounts
The famous Hard Rock logo was created by the celebrity artist Alan Aldridge, who was best known to work with The Beatles
The first concert in hard Rock Café was held in 1973 and Paul McCartney & Wings performed
The famous signature T-shirt came by an accident. Hard Rock Café sponsored a local football team and the team’s T-shirt featured a simple Hard Rock logo. The extra shirts were brought back to the café and were given to loyal customers. The T-shirts were such a hit that later people flooded to the café to buy a T-shirt
Hard Rock Café is the world’s premiere music museum, displaying such items like John Lennon’s famous round glasses, Freddie Mercury’s favourite microphone or Jimi Hendrix’ personal check book
The Hard Rock Signature Series T-shirt have partnered with Eric Clapton, Ozzy Osborne, Ringo Starr or The Who
Hard Rock Calling has become a must-attend festival in London. The festival has seen such stars on its stage like the Aerosmith, The Police, The Who, Stevie Wonder or Paul Simon just to name a few
The 80,000^th piece memorabilia that Hard Rock Café acquired was Elvis Presley’s 24-carat gold piano

The Rock Shop

The Rock Shop at Piccadilly Circus is located on the ground level within a 2-level venue and it’s the largest Rock Shop in the world.

You can find some memorabilia here but wait until you go downstairs to the café!

The Café

The café has an impressive neon entrance with two wide stairs leading downstairs in the more than 1,800 square-metre venue. You really feel like a rock star here.

The café is really a museum and its main focus is on contemporary artists. The walls are covered with memorabilia: John Lennon’s famous round glasses, Lady Gaga’s boots, Jimi Hendrix’ iconic purple trousers and Bono’s suit he wore during his 1992-93 ‘Zoo TV’ tour are all displayed here.

There are items and costumes from David Bowie, The Who, the Beatles, Nicki Minaj, Robbie Williams, Rhianna, Rita Ora, Noel Gallagher, Ed Sheeran, Amy Winehouse and the list goes on.

The Menu

The food menu mainly consists of hamburger and fries. They have an extensive cocktail menu, though. They have classic and non-alcoholic cocktail menu and the best part is, you can bring your cocktail glass home if you pay some extra (you’ll get a brand new clean one at the counter).

Hard Rock Café is definitely a rock star among London cafés. If you’re looking for a jaw-dropping venue, this is the one. You won’t see so many exclusive music memorabilia anywhere else. Watch more videos of Hard Rock Café Piccadilly here.

Ready for your next adventure? Dine at the same spot as The Beatles did.

July 5 2020

11 Things You Don’t Want to Miss After Lockdown

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After spending half of the Summer in lockdown, it’s time to hit the city again.

Here are 11 activities after lockdown you don’t want to miss.

The Little Mermaid Cocktail Experience

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Venue: Secret London Venue

When: Various times on Thursdays-Sundays from September (select date during booking)

Age restriction: 18+ with valid ID

Dress code: Casual but costumes and fancy-dresses are very welcome

Duration: Approx. 90 minutes

Theatrical cocktail experience in a secret London venue transformed into a stunning underwater world.

Deep dive into the world of old fairy tales and let yourself immerse into the mystical world of mermaids. Discover the hidden cave with glimmering pearls and uncover secrets and solve mysteries.

More info and booking: https://littlemermaidcocktail.com/london/

Drive-In Film Club

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Venue: Alexandra Place

When: Various from 5 July to 31 July 2020 (find schedule here)

Age restriction: Please, check the certification of the movie you want to see

Runtime: Approx. 2 hours

Enjoy a contact-free movie magic on a 40-foot screen. Tons of movies to choose from. From Pixar Animation films to superhero movies to heart-warming timeless classics. All from the comfort of your vehicle. Order your food and drink online and enjoy a delivery service straight to your car.

More info and booking: https://rooftopfilmclub.com/london/venue/alexandrapalace/

Neon Nights Dance Class

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Venue: Queen of Hoxton – disco room

When: Various dates from 20 July to 9 Nov | MONDAYS ONLY

Time: Start from 6pm

Age restriction: 18+

Dress code: Face paint & neon accessories provided

Duration: Approx. 1 hour

UV lights, reactive body paint and various music will help you to get into the groove at Queen of Hoxton disco room on every Monday. Cool face paint and glowing accessories provided. NO EXPERIENCE necessary.

More info and booking: https://bit.ly/neon-nights-dance-class

Instagram Cocktail Making Class

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Venue: DUO London

When: Various dates and times from 4 July to 30 Dec

Duration: Approx. 2 hours

Age restriction: 18+ with valid ID

DUO London’s best bartenders will show you step-by-step how to make 5-star 100% Insta-worthy cocktails. You will make 2 Instagrammable cocktails, 2 of DUO shooters, plus you will receive a welcome drink on your arrival.

If it’s not enough, the best mixologist of the day will take home a small prize.

More info: https://www.duolondon.co.uk/duo-blog/the-instagram-cocktail-masterclass/

Booking: https://feverup.com/m/76310

London 80’s Boat Party

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Venue: Crown Pier, Victoria Embankment, London, EC4Y 0HJ

When: 26 Sept 2020

Duration: 7pm-11pm, guest must arrive by 6:45 latest

Music: Best of 80s

Age restriction: 18+ with valid ID

Dress code: smart casual & fancy dress encouraged

Bring your best fancy dress and rock the boat! Hit the River Thames for the ultimate 80s boat party with non-stop 80s anthems.

More info and booking: https://bit.ly/80s-boat-party

Visit the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval Collage

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Venue: Old Royal Naval College, London SE10 9NN

When: 13 July-31 Dec 2020

Duration: Approx. 75-90 minutes

Age restriction: Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over

Discover the incredible painted Baroque ceiling and wall decorations known as Britain’s ‘Sistine Chapel’.

More info and booking: https://ornc.org/our-story/royal-hospital/painted-hall/

Vierne 150 Festival: Organ Symphonies

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Venue: Under the Dome at St Paul’s Cathedral

When: Multiply Thursdays from 6 Aug to 1 Oct

Duration: Approx. 75 minutes

Age restriction: None

NOTE: Seating is unreserved. You can find a seat on first come first serve basis.

Celebrating the 150^th anniversary of the birth of the great organist Luis Vierne (1870-1937), St Paul’s Cathedral is featuring six symphonies organ recitals under the Dome of the Cathedral.

More info, programme and booking: https://feverup.com/m/83201

Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street Exhibition

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Venue: Design Museum

When: 10am-6pm, 4 July-16 Sept

Age restriction: None

Go behind the scenes and explore the design and process of the most innovative sneakers from 3D printed to self-lacing to 100% recyclable. Discover brands and style icons that have shaped sneakers scene such as Nike, Puma or Adidas, and meet the newest releases such as MSCHF Studio’s ‘Jesus Shoes’.

More info and booking: https://feverup.com/m/83136

The Dumpling Fest

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Venue: Hoxton Docks

When: 28 Aug – 30 Aug 2020 (Friday: 5pm – 10pm, Saturday: 11am-4pm & 5pm – 10pm, Sunday: 11am – 3:30pm & 4:30pm – 9pm

Age restriction: 18+

The Dumpling Fest is dedicated to Asian delicacy and will bring 8 stations with local food traders, tons of dumpling samples, a world-class pop up bar and top-notch London DJs. Make sure your tray is always full.

More info and booking: https://feverup.com/m/81708

Secret City Trail Game

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Where: Start at Hackney City Farm and end on Brick Lane

When: Play from Tuesdays to Sundays between 11am to 4pm

Duration: 2-4 hours

NOTE: Smartphone with Internet access needed to play the game

13 riddles are waiting to be solved, each of them are local secret or curious story. As you play, colourful hidden gems will be revealed and wonders of Brick Lane will be explored.

Play in group of up to 5 people or solve all the mysteries on your own.

More info and booking: https://feverup.com/m/78051

A Night of Amy

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Venue: The Jazz Café, Camden

When: 13 Sept 2020, last entry 9:30pm

Age restriction: 18+ with valid ID

A night to remember the late Amy Winehouse and her legacy. Enjoy Amy’s heart-touching music from her Frank & Back to Black albums performed with a talented live band.

More info and booking: https://thejazzcafelondon.com/event/a-night-of-amy-4/

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Exhibitor from Pure London Show at Olympia

July 22 2019

Pure London Fashion Show 21-23 July 2019

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Hurry up and secure your FREE ticket to Pure London Fashion Show! The 3-day event is from 21-23 July at Olympia and completely free if you register online. Just print your ticket and step into the world of fashion.

The fashion show is divided into 2 major parts:

Pure London (Fashion Brands and Retail Solutions)
Pure Origin (Fashion Sourcing and Manufacturing)

Your ticket gives you permission to enter both.

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What to Expect

Endless selection of men, women and children designer fashion clothes and accessories, colour and design sensation, catwalks and seminars about the latest trend forecasts, sustainable textile production and social media marketing trends just to mention a few.

Exhibitors – Fashion Brands

More than 700 brands are exhibiting at Pure London, ensuring every visitor will find something (s)he cannot resist. Clothes are on the ground floor while designer shoes, jewellery, scarves and other accessories are on the balcony. Just follow the pink carpet and you won’t miss anything.

Secure your ticket here.

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