The Best of Spirit of Summer 2012

Despite the gloomy British weather, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee demonstrated that we certainly weren’t going to let it dampen our spirits, as did London’s premier boutique shopping event, the Spirit of Summer Fair, in association with House &Garden magazine.

After months of preparation, we decamped to London’s Olympia to manage and run the press office for the Spirit of Summer, organised by our client, Clarion Events. 

Following the first day’s filming for ITV with money saving expert Martin Lewis and the Lorraine TV crew which you can watch here - http://www.itv.com/lorraine/money/martinlewis/martins-real-deals-may-17th/ (it was the chocolate pizzas from Wow Candy that caught Martin’s eye!) – it was a busy hive of activity as we welcomed numerous press from national, regional and lifestyle titles to enjoy the exhibitors and features at the show. 

Our feature highlights included:

Mosimann’s SummerRestaurant – situated at the very heart of the Fair, there were plenty of ladies lunching to be seen, with delicious light brunches, bento lunch boxes, afternoon tea and champagne, of course.

Summer Lifestyle Workshop – The exciting line-up of expert workshops included The London Ladies Club’s sale of beautifully nearly new silk scarves in support of the Retired Greyhound Trust – we spotted a few genuine Hermes up for grabs! We loved the floral sensorial experience from Laurent-Perrier and master perfumer Roja Dove, whilst the Diamond Jubilee provided the theme for the hugely popular flower-making workshop with WendyBlack of The Dorchester and cupcake making with The Cookie Girl. 

Interiors & Garden Theatre – A packed audience turned out for Nina Campbell’s unique design inspiration, whilst Debbie Wild from Jo Malone London gave great insight on how to decorate your home with scent. Equipped with colour advice from Farrow & Ball’s Joa Studholme and design & interior collectable tips from Rabih Hage, we’ve got our paint pots & brushes at the ready to transform our homes!

And here’s some of our key boutique picks from the Fair....

Alexis Dove

Chloe Croft

Cissy Cook

Connock London

Damselfly

Harriet Sanders

Have a Gander

Lily Matthews

Milliemanu

Mrs Moore's Vintage Store

Thornback & Peel

Next up is the eagerly anticipated Spirit of Christmas Fair (30^th October – 4^th November 2012)…..but coming sooner is the launch of Spirit-Boutique.com, an extension of the Spirit of Summer & Christmas Fairs and a one-stop shop for stylish living online! Sign up now to be the first in line to find stylish gifts and treats that you won’t find on the high street.

http://www.spirit-boutique.com/