American dream, Piccadilly
A-listers Joely Richardson and Claire Foy descended on the Royal Academy for the UK premiere of Very Ralph, the first documentary on legendary US designer Ralph Lauren. Both were decked out head to toe in the brand, while Cate Blanchett nearly matched Ralph himself in her black tux.
Pride and joy, Mayfair
Stuck for Christmas gift ideas? May we point you to Christopher Kane’s new ‘More Joy’ winter collection, which launched with a slick party at the flagship store as Bird in Hand poured its ‘Joy’ sparkling wine for guests including Christabel MacGreevy and Luke Day.
Ice, ice baby, Covent Garden
When the temperature drops, nothing beats a trip to Skate at Somerset House with Fortnum & Mason, as evidenced by the delighted crowd at the opening: Kano and Ophelia Lovibond were grinning from ear to ear as they strapped on boots and took to the rink in the shadow of a whopping 40ft Christmas tree.
Off to the races, St James’s
Everyone donned their best frocks (and rocks) for Cartier’s annual Racing Awards at The Dorchester, where Frankie Dettori rubbed shoulders with Lady Eliza Manners and Eunice Olumide. No one could resist taking snaps against the huge flower walls, while glasses were topped up with Cartier’s own champagne.
