Your London Wedding - May/June 2024 (Issue 95)

FINISHING TOUCHES V V Rouleaux is London’s iconic haberdasher opening a bespoke hat atelier V V Chapeaux within its Marylebone Lane shop ahead of the British summer season. The inspiring destination will spotlight the brand’s bespoke hat design service that offers a modern twist on millinery with all the magic of the company’s customisation for the season and beyond. Bespoke hats can be designed, created and delivered in three to five days. An edit of more than 100 ready-to-wear headpieces is also available, offering a clever option for lastminute events or occasion dressing. Founder and creative director Annabel Lewis leads the service. Her passion and creativity for beautiful hat design are paired with her warm and welcoming approach, ensuring clients feel comfortable and confident with their headwear choice. For more than three decades, the business has been the go-to for fashion and interior insiders’ needs and luxurious finishing touches. From boucle trims to double-sided velvet and pure silk grosgrain ribbons, lace, decorative feathers and flowers, many pieces are handmade or sourced from V V Rouleaux’s incredible archive of vintage embellishments. Offering a way to update wardrobes sustainably, V V Chapeaux can also creatively bring new life to well-loved hats by adding embellishments and trimmings. The team can take family heirlooms and create stunning embellishments or re-purpose them for a unique style. Discover the company: www.vvrouleaux.com RAISE A GLASS Club Soda launches its latest seasonal cocktail menu, perfect for those looking for popular settings for pre-wedding celebrations! Curated by bar manager Nicolas Medicamento, formerly of The Savoy’s American Bar, the fifth iteration of the cocktail menu consists of fourteen drinks that showcase just what’s possible in the world of low and no-alcohol mixology. From takes on seasoned classics such as the Berry Blush, which emulates a Kir Royal, to a perfect Espresso Martini and beautifully balanced serves such as the aromatic and refreshing Herbal Fizz made with Everleaf Forest and Botivo, the new menu offers a fresh and tasteful selection of drinks that’s guaranteed to delight. Discover: https://joinclubsoda.com DINE LIKE ROYALTY Taking Britain’s favourite dining tradition to new heights — 38 floors up Canary Wharf in fact — the award-winning bar and restaurant Bōkan 38 has a new sky-high afternoon tea experience. You can indulge in delicacies while admiring breathtaking views of London’s iconic skyline. Running every Saturday and Sunday in the vibrant bar area with floor-to-ceiling windows, Bōkan 38 makes the ultimate pictureperfect spot to enjoy a slice of cake and tea with loved ones, whatever the occasion. Priced at just £35pp inclusive of unlimited tea or coffee, delve into an assortment of traditional savoury and sweet delights meticulously prepared and beautifully presented by the executive chef Robert Manea, with the option of free-flowing prosecco for 90 minutes as an add-on for £25pp. Enjoy a selection of dainty finger sandwiches with classic seasonal fillings, satisfy sweet tooth cravings with a generous range of tempting treats, including mini-banana cake, and enjoy traditional scones with Isigny cream, berries and jam, plus a selection of macaroons too! Discover: http://bokanlondon.co.uk www.flobrooksphotography.com www.becabjones.com www.dash-splash.com YOUR ESSENTIALS 9 DRESSED TO IMPRESS RIXO launches the sixth instalment of its hugely popular bridal and bridesmaids collection that’s sure to impress! Combining effortless style with a vintage flair, the collection includes flattering silhouettes, irresistible hand-painted prints and boho looks, offering timeless pieces for all. Whether it’s a town hall hoorah, traditional with a twist, the ‘dancing option’ or the day-two-showstopper, the company offers pieces brides will love for years to come. The collection is available in sizes ranging from 6 to 20 and provides an array of styles, from sequined pieces to vintage looks and minis for the dancefloor. With gorgeous brides come equally as gorgeous bridesmaids! RIXO has introduced the irresistibly elegant water-blossom print in various flattering silhouettes and colourways. From a sophisticated halter dress to timeless treasures, the styles come in sizes 6 to 26 and range from £235 to £425, there’s a style for all tastes. Discover the collection: https://rixolondon.com

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