Anglomania: British Fashion Designers

 

Shop from British fashion designers including Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Preen, Barbour and Stella McCartney!

Anglomania: All things Union Jack

Sport the Union Jack in celebration of the London Games!




Celebs spotted showing some love for the United Kingdom:    

Katy Perry

Jessie J

Eve

Kate Moss

Diane von Furstenberg

Geri Halliwell

My Favorite London Spots

Just a few of my favorite London haunts for those of you traveling across the pond for the 2012 Olympic games.  Enjoy!

1. The Corinthia Hotel: A little off the beaten path, but WAY worth it!  This stunning gem is moments away from Trafalgar Square and the Thames Embankment.  Whitehall Place, London SW1A 2BD
2. Ziani's Restaurant: This Chelsea spot is popular with the locals and is hands-down, my favorite Italian restaurant anywhere. I suggest the Gnocchi al Ragu di Lepre. 45 Radnor Walk, London SW3 4BP
3. The Mayflower Pub:  Because you have to go to a pub, eat fish and chips and have a pint! 117 Rotherhithe Street, London SE16 4NF
4. The Red Fort:  A must for fans of Indian food. 77 Dean Street, Soho, London W1D 3SH
5. Victoria and Albert Museum:  The V&A is the world's leading museum of decorative arts and design. Fashion-minded visitors might be interested in checking out "Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950" in the newly renovated Fashion Galleries. Cromwell Road, South Kensington, London SW7 2RL
6. The Churchill War Rooms & Museum: Tour the underground command center and living quarters for British High Command during World War II and a biographical exhibit of Winston Churchill's life.
7. Claridge's: An English tradition. Sip tea (or champagne) while nibbling finger sandwiches, sweet pastries and scones. Brook Street, Mayfair, London W1A 2JQ

Anglomania: Lizzie Allen

In honor of the London games, I'm dedicating this week to British style!

London-based wallpaper designer Lizzie Allen finds inspiration in everyday life.  Whimsical scenes depict the changing of the Palace Guard, the iconic British telephone box, city gents and even a jazz band in Central Park!  These hand screen printed papers would look terrific as a feature wall (I'd love them for a powder room!)

Lizzie Allen wallpapers | Pillow and tumbler from Habitat