The nose knows. Vote for the most creative florist, soothing aromatherapist, or other purveyor of ode-worthy odors.
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Denise Leicester Ila Spa
This year, Denise Leicester and her team launched a line of aromatherapy beauty products made of organic ingredients sourced from around the world and created in a barn in Cotswolds. Read More
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Originally published on September 6, 2007
The Weekend Guide
What to Do This Weekend
Pace yourself.
SEE
Hookers, Dealers, Tailors
What: Egocentric multimedia works from Britain’s wildest dandy, Sebastian Horsley.
Why: He’s a serial exhibitionist.
When: Fri.-1 Oct. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Spectrum, 77 Great Titchfield St., W1W 6RF (020 7637 7778).
Art Now Live
What: YBAs explore art of storytelling with free interactive performances throughout the day.
Why: It’s all a big act.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Tate Britain, Millbank, SW1P 4RG (020 7887 8888).TRY
Ila Skincare
What: Groovy new plant-based lotions and potions.
Why: A natural born (wrinkle) killer.
When: Mon.-Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: Fenwick, 63 New Bond St., W1A 3BS (020 7629 9161); online at ila-spa.com.
DO
The Aviva Charity Walk
What: Forty-four kilometer walk through London to raise funds for Breakthrough Breast Cancer.
Why: Have a healthy helping.
When: Sat., from 7 a.m.; walk starts at 8 a.m.
Where: Starts at Sheen Gate, Richmond Park, TW10 5HS. Register online or at 020 7299 4165.BUY
Wonder Room
What: Vast new emporium sells jewels and accessories by Dior, Cartier, Chanel.
Why: It’s wonder full.
When: Mon.-Wed., Fri. & Sat., 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Selfridges, 400 Oxford St., W1A 2LR (0800 123400). -
Clara Molloy Memo
With a new stand-alone store in Harvey Nichols, this perfumer and candlemaker celebrates aromas from around the world by blending perfect concoctions. Read More
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Originally published on December 6, 2007
The Weekend Guide
What to Do This Weekend
Show up.
SEE
Goldilocks and Her Big Top
What: Thigh-slappingly cheesy charity panto.
Why: Grin and bear it.
When: Thurs., 7:45 p.m.; Sat., 3 & 7:15 p.m.
Where: Hammersmith Town Hall, King St., W6 9JU. Tickets online at keithprowse.com.BUY
Anna Trzebinski Trunk Show
What: Charming Kenyan designer brings her beaded wares to London.
Why: Join her tribe.
When: Fri.-Mon., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Garden Suite, 11 Cadogan Gdns., SW3 2RJ (020 7730 7000).SMELL
Memo
What: New range of candles and fragrances inspired by exotic locations.
Why: It makes perfect scents.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Harvey Nichols, 109-125 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7RJ (020 7235 5000).LEARN
Talking Turkey Masterclass
What: Sourcing trip to Borough market, cooking demo, carving lesson and three-course lunch.
Why: Gobble, gobble.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.
Where: Rocco Forte’s Brown’s Hotel, Albemarle St., W1S 4BP. To book, call 020 7493 6020.EAT
The Bombay Brasserie Birthday
What: Cult Indian resto celebrates with original menu at 25-year-old prices.
Why: Spice up your life.
When: Mon., 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: Courtfield Rd., SW7 4UH (020 7370 4040). -
Fabrice Penot and Eddie Roschi Le Labo
Via France and NY, Le Labo recently launched its first British laboratory within Liberty, selling natural essences and groovy custom fragrances to noses everywhere. Read More
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Originally published on November 8, 2007
The Weekend Guide
What to Do This Weekend
Feast your eyes on this.
READ
Robert Forbes’s Beastly Feasts
What: Hilarious rhymes from charming president of ForbesLife and illustrator Ronald Searle, for kids and kidults.
Why: If only you gnu.
When: You’re unfussy for Gussie or want a boar at your door.
Where: Online at amazon.co.uk.EAT
Hôtel Costes Sauces
What: New cooking aids from cult Parisian hangout.
Why: Get in the mix.
When: Mon.-Wed. & Fri., 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Selfridges, 400 Oxford St., W1A 1AB (0800 123 400).DO
Galit Mersand’s A Course in Belly Dance
What: New DVD teaches you how to move to the groove.
Why: Don’t flop.
When: You wanna roll with it.
Where: Online at galitmersand.com.MAKE
Le Labo
What: Custom scents for guys and girls.
Why: Everybody nose.
When: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Liberty, Regent St., W1B 5AH (020 7734 1234).SWALLOW
Fever-Tree
What: Range of retro soft drinks are becoming regulars on London’s party circuit.
Why: Get fizzical.
When: Now.
Where: At Waitrose and Oddbins stores nationwide.