Just like onions (and ogres), Lush x Shrek Fairground pop-up has layers.
Their new limited-edition collection features Shrek Swamp bath bomb, Get Out of My Swamp shower slime, Donkey bubble bar and Fiona shower gel.
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On the top of the special edition Shrek-themed products, this unlikely fairground offers plenty of photo opportunities, interactive games and an enchanted mirror.
Try your luck at ‘Hook a Donkey’ and ‘HooplLa’ games to win exclusive prizes, look into the enchanted mirror and learn who’s the fairest in the land or touch and feel the Shrek shower slime.
Lush x Shrek Fairground is designed to be enjoyed by children and adults alike and inspired by Shrek’s journey from a leaf-loathing lonely ogre to a self-accepting gentle giant who managed to make friends and find love.
Shrek’s tale shows us that there is not just one way to be beautiful and feel good.
Ready for your next adventure? Free playful exhibition opened at Wellcome Collection. ‘Jason and the Adventurer of 254’ invites visitors for a unique journey to explore the human body with Jason who became disabled at the age of 11. The colourful exhibition brings smile to everyone’s face, and the best part is, everything is touchable! Perfect family day out this Easter half term.
???? [BLOG POST IN BIO] Luxury London department store, Selfridges Oxford Street is celebrating traditional British joke shops by opening a pop-up store @Selfridges ???? The Joke Shop is inspired by Dinsdales, that is believed to be one of England’s oldest joke shops ???? The shop is packed with familiar items from our childhood, such as fake poo, fly ice cube, magic candles and wobbly pencil, but there are designer pieces of jokes from famous designers, such as Anya Hindmarch, Judith Leiber and Puppets and Puppets Prices start from as little as 99p! ???? ???? The Joke Shop is open for funny business until the 30th March 2024. No booking required. Have fun! #selfridgeslondon#selfridges#jokeshop#oxfordstreet#popuplondon#londonpopup#popupshop#popup
The Joke Shop Selfridges opened on the 7th March and will be there to bring smile on their customers’ face until 30th March 2024.
The Joke Shop is inspired by Dinsdales, that is believed to be one of England’s oldest joke shops. Dinsdales opened in Hepworth’s arcade in Hull in the 1930s and originally it was a record shop. Following the invention and the growing popularity of radio, the shop owners realised records were no longer selling, so they switched to jokes and tricks instead.
They Thought It was a Joke
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After coming across a BBC article about Dinsdales, a joke shop operating for over 90 years, Selfridges was so impressed that they called the shop to request a visit. Manager Graham Williams initially thought he was pranked.
Selfridges then recreated the façade of Dinsdales joke shop with eye-catchy displays packed with trickster objects, such as itching powder, whoopie cushions and rubber chickens.
“From slapstick to lipstick, good gags and even better bags, practical jokes and impractical fashions, Selfridges explores the surreal, the silly, the odd and the absurd this season.” – Selfridges Oxford Street starts their article on their website.
From Pocket Money Purchases to Designer Products
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The Joke Shop Selfridges is accessible to the whole family from pocket money purchase starting from 99p to tongue-in-cheek pieces from famous designers, such as Anya Hindmarch, Judith Leiber and Puppets and Puppets.
The shop is packed with familiar items from our childhood, like fake poo, fly ice cube, magic candles and wobbly pencil. They also have traffic cone hats, ‘whoop’ biscuits and canned Selfridges air up for grabs along with tons of other tricksters.
Open for Funny Business
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While you there, don’t miss the prank cabinet!
That’s an interactive cabinet allowing visitors to open drawers and get pranked by a squeaking rubber chicken or a Jack-in-the-box or blind touch funny mysterious items, like fake poo and fake bugs. Laughter guaranteed! Just make sure you capture the funny moment with your phone, so you can show it to your friends.
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At the weekends a Joke Shop manager will dress in custom-made uniform to entertain visitors in various ways throughout the day, plus an immersive Manager’s Office will be accessible to Selfridges Unlocked Keyholders.
On your way out, don’t forget to take a joke with you before lifting the handset of one of the joke phones outside the shop to listen to a random joke.
The Joke Shop is open for funny business until the 30th March 2024. No booking required.
Have fun!
Ready for your next adventure? Leave the busy London streets behind and let yourself teleported back in time to the Wild West. Moonshine Saloon is one of London’s best theatrical cocktail experiences where you will find yourself smuggling your own liquor and become part of Clyde Cassidy’s moonshine smuggling gang.
David Bowie fans! You don’t want to miss this! A new, exciting exhibition opened at The Fitzrovia Chapel, titled: David Bowie – A London Day and it’s completely free to visit.
🕺🏻 David Bowie fans! You don’t want to miss this! 🎤 [MORE INFO & BLOG POST IN BIO] New photo exhibition opened at The Fitzrovia Chapel, titled: ‘David Bowie – A London Day’ and it’s completely free to visit! #davidbowie#davidbowietiktok#musicicon#davidbowieforever#bowie
On the 13th December 1992, photographer Kevin Davies followed David Bowie during the day, capturing over 450 photos of the music icon who was preparing for the release of his 18th studio album, ‘Black Tie White Noise’.
The pictures were taken to promote the album and at the end of the day Davies asked to capture Bowie “just as you are”.
Bowie then approved a selection of images that were used for promotional purposes and press use. The rest – over 400 – of the photos went to a storage room to stay there until 2020.
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During the COVID_19 lockdown Kevin Davies took the opportunity to re-discover his past jobs and that was the time when he found the perfectly preserved forgotten photographs of the singer.
Now, 20 carefully selected photos are on display at The Fitzrovia Chapel, many of them are those Bowie selected himself to promote his album back in 1992.
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It’s an amazing addition that the photos are displayed at a 19th-century awe-inspiring chapel in the pulsing heart of the city. The Fitzrovia Chapel is a place where people can leave London’s busy streets to find peace and contemplation and admire the glory of the Chapel.
The beautiful Chapel gives an additional meaning to the long-forgotten photos…a single day of an icon, frozen in time, preserved for the eternity.
Ready for your next adventure? An amazing pay-what-you-can exhibition opened at Science Museumfeaturing a unique collection of intricate clockworks collected and cherished by Chinese emperors over the centuries.
Celebrating all things adorable, cute, and kawaii, ‘Cute’ exhibition brings together contemporary artworks, fashion, toys, video games and more at Somerset House.
To celebrate cuteness and the 50th anniversary of the adorable chubby feline character, Hello Kitty, London’s no.1 kawaii shop, ARTBOX opened a Hello Kitty-themed café and gift shop.
The café is open to all. You don’t need ticket to the ‘Cute’ exhibition to enter the café.
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The Hello Kitty café is located in Somerset House’s South Wing and offers a range of themed hot and cold drinks, served in charming character cup, sandwiches, Hello Kitty-shaped toasties, wraps, bagels, sweet treats and more!
They have not just Hello Kitty, but also other adorable Sanrio character-themed treats on offer, such as My Melody, Keroppi or Cinnamonroll.
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The café has the sweetest interior with dominating colours of pink, white and teal. The walls are adorned with whimsical Sanrio decorations to provide the perfect background for your Insta photos and TikToks.
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Feel free to arrive in your cutest Lolita dress or cosplay your favourite kawaii character.
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Hello Kitty café is open Tue-Sun: 10am – 6pm | Monday: CLOSED, except Monday 12 Feb, 1 Apr, and 8 Apr.
Ready for your next adventure? If you love Japanese culture, games, and anime characters, you have to visit Ramen Yokocho and try their newest Persona 3 Reload set menus. To celebrate the release of the popular video game, Persona 3 Reload, Ramen Yokocho is collaborating with SEGA to bring you character-themed set menus and insane decoration.
The UK’s favourite coffee shop, Costa Coffee have come up with a quirky new addition to their menu: hot milkshakes, and they are hosting an immersive pop-up during January and February.
New research by Uncertainty Experts shows that the majority of Gen Z (90%) want to try new experiences in 2024 and this includes food and drink. 72% of them, however, are held back by uncertainty or fear.
The said research also shows that those who take the courage to try something new, increase their tolerance towards uncertainty and that holds lots of benefits.
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That’s why Costa Coffee decided to challenge their customers’ tastebuds and launched their new ground-breaking Hot Milkshakes range.
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Three different flavours available: White Chocolate & Strawberry, Chocolate Hazel Nut and Salted Caramel Coffee.
The Hot Milkshake Unbelieva-Bar invites visitors for an unbelievable journey where they have a chance to try all three Hot Milkshakes for free and get a full size of the one, they liked the most.
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There are fun photo ops, live DJ and you even have a chance to win £500!
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The immersive experience will last for about an hour and give visitors the opportunity to indulge in something new and discover the whole new world of Costa’s innovative Hot Milkshakes, including their new straw that works with hot liquid.
The experience is free, but you have to book a time slot with £10 ticket fee which will be refunded when your ticket scanned at the entry.
Those who don’t show up will not be entitled to a refund.
Ready for your next adventure? Hollywood move star, Danny Trejo, famous for portraying bad guys in movies, such as Desperado, Con Air or Machete, is about to open his taco restaurant in Notting Hill soon. Trejo’s Tacos 2-storey building will house a tacos restaurant, a stylish cocktail bar and a speakeasy bar hosting live DJ. Stay tuned for the announcement of the opening.
🕹️ London’s iconic retro ramen bar, Ramen Yokocho is teaming up with SEGA to celebrate the release of the highly anticipated Persona 3 Reload game @ramenyokocho 💙❤️💛 3 different character-inspired set menus available alongside with another two dishes you can order if you order one of the set menus 🤩 Free surprise pin badge while stock lasts 🍩🧋Persona 3 Reload mini pop-up at Ichiba Westfield White City 👕 Official merch coming in February 📆 Available 16 January – 1 April 2024 #persona3reload#persona3#pantonyokocho#heddonyokocho#gaming#mitsurukirijo#aigispersona3#sega#CapCut
Limited-Edition Set Menus Featuring Persona 3 Reload Characters
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Following the huge success of their Hatsune Miku collab last Autumn, Ramen Yokocho has come up with another hitting collaboration.
This time you’ll be teleported to Japan to meet your favourite characters from S.E.E.S. (Specialised Extracurricular Execution Squad), summon your inner spirit and uncover the secrets of the Dark Hour.
The game will be released on 2 February 2024, but you can get an early taste of the game from 16 January at Ramen Yokocho’s Panton Street and Heddon Street locations.
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The collab features three different character-inspired set menus:
The Protagonist
Mitsuru Kirijo
Aigis
Each set menu contains a character-inspired main, a drink and a dessert.
Highlights of the menus:
‘Gourmet King Ramen’ is based on the main character, The Protagonist. It’s a 12hrs tonkotsu based pork broth ramen with garlic oil and fried garlic, topped with menma bamboo shoots, BBQ pork belly, spring onion, nitamago egg, kikurage mushrooms, wakame and nori seaweed.
Mitsuru Kirijo’s ‘Execution Noodles’
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The vegan main dish is called ‘Execution Noodles’ and inspired by Mitsuru Kirijo. This is a 1hr miso-based vegetable broth with hosomen thin and straight noodles, topped with spicy piri piri sauce, ganmo tofu, menma bamboo shoots, kikurage mushrooms, tenderstem broccoli and nori seaweed.
Each drink’s colour matches with the character they’re inspired by. The Protagonist’s ‘Balm of Life’ is a Blue Melon Soda, served with raspberry syrup, coconut jelly and maraschino cherry.
Mitsuru Kirijo’s ‘Snuff Soul’ Drink
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Mitsuru’s glowing red drink is called ‘Snuff Soul’ and is a vegan Red Melon Soda with strawberry syrup, coconut jelly and maraschino cherry.
Aigis’ ‘Fountain Dew’ drink is a yellow Melon Soda served with lemon syrup, coconut jelly and maraschino cherry.
Mitsuru Kirijo’s ‘Marin Karin Parfait’
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We chose the vegan Mitsuru Kirijo Set Menu, so we had the ‘Marin Karin Parfait’ as a dessert. It’s a vegan ice cream parfait with anko (sweet red bean paste) garnished with maraschino cherry.
The Protagonist-inspired dessert is called ‘Sweet, Sweet Thanatos’ and is super Instagrammable. It’s a coffin-shaped chocolate mochi brownie served with a scoop of matcha ice cream and strawberry sauce.
Meet Akihiko Sanada and Yukari Takeba
Yukari Takeba’s ‘Weird Takoyaki
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If you order one of the set menus, you can order another two character-inspired dishes with discount.
Inspired by Akihiko Sanada, ‘Mega Protein Bowl’ is a bowl of deep-fried ebi katsu served on Japanese rice with nori seaweed, vegetables and topped with tonkatsu sauce and Japanese mayo.
‘Weird Takoyaki’ is six deep-fried octopus balls topped with Takoyaki brown sauce, Japanese mayo, bonito flakes, aonori seaweed and red ginger. This one is inspired by The Protagonist’s cute classmate, Yukari Takeba.
Free Surprise Pin Badge and Special Merchandise
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And the collab doesn’t end there!
If you order any set menu, you’ll get a free character pin while stock lasts. I got The Protagonist. (Characters are randomly chosen.)
Special merchandise will also be available – for the first time in Europe! – from February at Panton Yokocho, Heddon Yokocho, Ichiba Westfield and Japan Centre.
Persona 3 Reload Mini Pop-Up at Ichiba Westfield
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To make you even more excited about the upcoming release of the game, Ichiba Westfield is running a Persona 3 Reload mini pop-up within their shop in Westfield White City.
Here you can sink your teeth into limited-edition Persona 3 Reload doughnuts that make a perfect pair with the Persona 3 bubble tea.
Persona 3 Reload x Ramen Yokocho collab will be there for you to enjoy from 16 January until 1 April 2024.
Ready for your next adventure? If you’re an anime fan, run to one of the shops of The Alley and grab a Jujutsu Kaisen character-inspired smoothie while you can. There are three different drinks, inspired by Gojo Satoru, Geto Suguru and Riko Amanai available until 31 January. The drinks come with character cup sleeve, straw sleeve, and a free sticker.
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of their best-selling, Teddy Coat, Max Mara has embarked on a Global Fashion Adventure. Following the huge success in New York and Milan, Teddy’s Fluffy Residencehas arrived in London.
Max Mara’s ongoing global celebration of their fluffy Teddy Coat has arrived in London and is free to visit.
The Fluffy residence is an immersive walk-through apartment where from the furniture to the walls, everything is covered with fluffy Teddy fabric.
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The imaginary character of a woman who lives in the Teddy Residence is outgoing, has built a career, loves experiencing new things and making new friends while never misses an opportunity to host a cosy dinner with old friends. Everyone who steps into The Fluffy Residence will instantly feel this woman’s positive spirit.
So, what are you waiting for? Go and explore this whimsical dream house filled with tenderness. From the kitchen to the bathroom, even the tiniest details are dressed in Max Mara’s famous Teddy fabric: from the glasses on the kitchen table to the bathroom accessories…
Make sure you try the ‘magic mirror’ that transforms you into your own Teddy alter ego.
The interactive windows of the residence give a dreamy view of an imagined city naturally clad in Teddy fabric.
Hug a giant Teddy Bear in the bedroom and ‘make a fuzzy phone call’ with the Teddy version of an iPhone.
Practical Info
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Address
The Fluffy Residence is installed on the Russel Street side of Covent Garden
Opening Times
Open for 10 days from 16 – 26 December 2023 (closed on Christmas Day)
Open between 10am – 8pm
Tickets
FREE | Walk-ins accepted, however, you can book a timeslot on Max Mara’s website for fast entry if you wish
Ready for your next adventure? Another famous luxury brand is running a free pop-up in London this Winter. Glossier is celebrating their favourite scent, ‘Glossier You’ which famously smells different on everyone. The multisensory experience lets you experience the fragrance with all five senses. You can also try and purchase the fragrance on the spot along with limited-edition Glossier merch.
1970s-inspired quirky décor, themed tipples, and more festive cheer than ever. American Christmas pop-up bar, Miracle at Henrietta has returned for its sixth year with cheeky drinks and magical Christmas festivity.
Located within Henrietta Hotel in Covent Garden, Miracle at Henrietta is the perfect spot for festive cocktails and a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of the busy streets of London.
Kitsch Décor and Wacky Christmas Concoctions
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Hidden away on the mezzanine of the hotel’s bar, Miracle instantly teleports you back in time to the 1970s with its retro décor and nostalgic Christmas songs.
Extravagant Christmas ornaments, tinsels, Christmas trees, nutcrackers, disco balls and an oversized fireplace provide the perfect backdrop for your Christmassy Insta photos.
Sit at a table or at the bar, watch the bartenders jiggling with bottles and glasses and mugs and sing along your favourite classic Christmas songs.
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Just like the décor, the drinks are extravagant too. The whimsical concoctions are served in gloriously tacky Christmas vessels, such as Christmas carol barrel, Santa’s pants mug, unicorn mug or SantaRex mug. If you fall in love with one of the mugs, you have a chance to purchase them on the spot.
At the end of the season, Miracle will donate 10% from the sales of the mugs to SEVA Foundation. SEVA is an eye care charity delivering vital eye care services to the world’s most vulnerable including women, children, and indigenous people.
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Festive season or not, drinking on an empty stomach is never a good idea. That’s why at Miracle food and snacks are available to accompany your tipple. Think of spicy nuts, Fried Mozzarella and Anchovies, Italian Sausage Hotdog, Bruschetta with Beetroot Hummus and more.
Ready for your next adventure? Embark on an arctic journey at FUJIFILM House of Photography in Covent Garden. Visit with friends or family and take fun photos in front of Winter-themed backdrops, wander beneath the Northern Lights, and meet the Yeti!
Famous luxury beauty brand, Glossier opened an ASMR pop-up to celebrate their favourite scent, ‘Glossier You’. ‘Realms of You’ is designed to experience the fragrance through all five senses in the most unique way.
❣️ Glossier opened an ASMR pop-up experience to celebrate their frangrance: ‘You’ @Glossier | 📍173 Regent Street, London W1B 4JQ| 📆 18 November 2023 – 13 January 2024| 🎟️ FREE | Booking recommended but walk-ins accepted #glossier#glossieryou#glossierlondon#realmsofyou#glossierpopup#CapCut
‘Realms of You’pop-up is inspired by the fact that ‘Glossier You’ famously smells different on everyone. The pop-up guides visitors through a unique multi-sensory experience where they have a chance to sense the fragrance through all five senses.
Glossier’s creative team takes inspiration from ASMR videos that explore how visuals and sounds affect the body and the senses.
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In the first room visitors learn more about ‘You’ fragrance and have a chance to try the perfume, the roller ball, the hand cream and the perfume solid which is basically wax-based travel-friendly perfume you can apply to your skin with your finger.
The next room is a dreamy ASMR video experience. Here you will see ASMR video clips with satisfying sounds.
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Inside the next room you will find yourself in an Alice in Wonderland-inspired world with moody red lights and small booths with (real life) hands waiting for you. Choose a booth, sit down, and shake the gloved hand peeking through the red velvet curtain to start your journey.
Each booth hosts different personalities – from playful to romantic – portrayed through the red-gloved hands, meaning they provide a unique experience to each visitors.
Once the performance has ended, visitors can purchase exclusive Glossier products from the ‘Ultimate Sensory’ collection, including candle, roller ball, hand balm, eau de perfume, and limited-edition merch, such as beauty bag, mini Glossier microphone or red Glossier pepper grinder.
The experience ends with a distorted red hallway with a selfie mirror and this is where visitors can collect their orders.
Free | Booking recommended but walk-ins accepted on a first come first served basis
Please note: Only six people are allowed to go in at a time to maximise the experience.
Ready for your next adventure? Immersive gingerbread house experience opened at Battersea Power Station. The pop-up is hosted by British fragrance brand, Jo Malone and offers gingerbread photo booth, gingerbread house making master class and an opportunity to try and shop their Christmas collection.
FUJIFILM House of Photography Arctic Adventure photo experience has returned this year. The interactive experience opened on the 4 November 2023 and free to visit until it melts away on the 25 February 2024.
FUJIFILM Covent Garden flagship store’s entire first floor has been transformed into an icy heaven to help you bring the Winter magic to your social media.
Expect a mesmerising mix of visuals and soundscapes throughout your journey.
The Arctic Adventure brings you for a journey to climb magical icy mountain peaks, wander beneath the Northern Lights and even meet a friendly Yeti.
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You will start your expedition with a reflective mirror cavern before visiting Polar Express’s snow wall. Next, you will have a chance to take selfies at the rainbow light wall. Your next stop will be translucent illuminating mountains, perfect for group or family photos.
Walk beneath the Aurora Borealis and capture stunning photos while following the glittery footprints of the Yeti straight into his den.
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Fear not, this furry giant is gentle and friendly. He will let you sit on his feet and take as many selfies as you like.
Treasure Your Expedition
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Visitors have the opportunity to print out their photos instantly on the spot at one the handy print kiosks.
You can turn your photos into gifts by sending them as Christmas cards or print a photo book to freeze your Arctic Adventure memories forever.
And it doesn’t stop there! You can put your photos on homeware and gifts, such as photo cushion, towels, mugs, water bottles and much more! (Prices are vary)
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