James Lakeland`s annual Strawberries & Pimms party brought some much needed light entertainment to one of the gloomiest days of the month; the streets outside his elegant boutique, situated in London`s exclusive Marylebone area, were flooded with rainwater but inside, we revelled in style.
James is famous for offering vivid, exclusively developed prints
and super- flattering silhouettes and both brand`s attributes were on show that
evening.
I particularly liked this metallic jacket – a new material
and shape to complement S/S16 collection – repeat after me: silver is the new
black.
There was a large selection of accessories to coo over,
including this dreamy hat…..
……and an array of amazing necklaces.
I grabbed this ethnic-style, edgy, woven statement collar
while guzzling my third glass of Pimms, and I promise, my decision had nothing
to do with the free-flowing alcohol. I`ve never liked chokers, and tribal-style
jewellery had never been my `thing`. But as soon as I set my eye on it, I knew,
it would be my go-to piece for the summer. It would add high energy and
redefine my style.
As always, James was a gracious and generous host (I am wearing – of course – James Lakeland`s
leather jacket); we reflected on his journey to create this collection and the
fact all his merchandise was ‘Made in Italy` - a guarantee of quality and craftsmanship.
I left with a big smile on my face, despite
the continuous rain, and a lavish goody bag, that included a feather-like shawl,
printed with muted colours of Spring flowers.
