Five 24ct gold thiiiings! 4 McQueen scarves, 3 Vuitton bags, 2 Westwood pirate boots and a Galliano Christmas tree!! I wasn't expecting to write another Christmas post so soon; don't get me wrong, I adore Christmas, but it's still a tad too early for my liking. But when I heard Galliano (gasp) was designing Claridge's (double gasp) CHRISTMAS TREE (triple gasp!!), I couldn't help but not do a little squee. Moreover, it'll be unveiled the day I was planning to go to Claridge's for tea for my dearest BFF's birthday do! Fabulous, much?! Now I've had a quick glimpse at the sketches and I wasn't expecting the tree to be traditional, but the blue iced tree festooned with exotic charm was a surprise nevertheless. I'm sure it'll be glorious but I don't expect it to ignite my Christmas spirit, more the little critter in me that seems to be head over heels over anything expensive and fashionable. But at least that critter will be happy. SO here's my top three Christmassy things to do in London that will encourage you to get your flashing antlers on and be festive (I'm sure I'm not the only one to own flashing antlers....)
ONE. Ice skating! Perhaps an obvious choice, but I adore ice skating, and my pick of the rinks is Somerset House. Twirl about until you get frostbite, and then warm up with some nice soup at the cafe there. Their tree there is usually fantastic, Tiffany&Co is decorating it as usual. Expect lots of their typical ice blue and cream palette on the tree, as well as matching cupcakes and decorations! I believe it opens on the 17th November, booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. I remember one year I went, and this wonderful lady got on the ice with GOLD blades, she was incredible! So you never know what tricks and delights you might be witness to. And nothing gives you rosy red cheeks quite like a skate in the outdoors!
TWO. Visit Selfridges Christmas Shop and pick up some beautiful decorations for your tree. From the sublime to the obscure, you'll be sure to find something fitting for your Christmas theme. This year I think I'm going for a red, white and blue look; union jack time!! And if you want that finishing touch to your decorations, visit VV Rouleaux in Marylebone for some gorgeous ribbons, trimmings and stunning wreaths!
THREE. Forget the obvious Hyde Park Christmas land/world/something similar, and head to the Natural History Museum for a little walk of an evening. Watch some people have a good skate around, have some mulled wine (responsibly, of course!!) and walk beneath the fairy light coated trees.
Link to Galliano pic
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