Right, so, no tubes to get me to the BBC today, but I had plenty of things to discuss, so here they are:
First of all, I would have mentioned that the RCA are having their annual Secret Sale on 12th and 14th - 19th November. This is how it works: you go there and have a look at over a thousand pieces of original art, all postcard size. (Almost as small as the picture below that I'm using to illustrate - sorry, it's teeny but you get the idea)
Choose one you like, and buy it, for £45...then turn it over, and see what signature is on the back. Last year, Tracey Emin, Grayson Perry, Sir Paul Smith and Manolo Blahnik were among the artists who donated work. Even if you don't get a famous name, don't be disappointed; the current postgraduate students who have had a hand in the others may well be a 'name' some day too. And it can't all be about fame and fortune, this art business, anyway. If you like it, buy it. (You have to have a registration number to buy, though, so make sure to sign up here before the end of 16th November).
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Next, it would have been a jaunt to super-chic furniture people SCP. They're having a warehouse sale this Saturday, which promises 90% off their stock. It's only open from 10am until 2pm, which gives you an idea of how popular it's going to be. Get there (80 Druid Street, SE1) early, and have a look at these examples of nice things you could buy:
I'm thinking about these on a purely aspirational basis, but some of you might be able to covert that aspiration into reality, which I vicariously support. Let me know if you do.
You could also take a scoot into their real shop to view the in store upholstery sale (20% off), and the lighting sale (10% off, in store and online) until 21st November. It's a good place to wander around imagining, too:
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Then I'd have whisked you away to Old Finsbury Town Hall (a favourite with old George Formby in his day), for the Clerkenwell Vintage Fashion Fair. On Sunday 14th November, from 11am-4pm, they assure me there will be a treasure trove of vintage clothes, shoes and accessories from the 1800s - 1980s on offer. Have a look at their website for all the information. Excuse the brevity - this really is a speed shopping trip today!
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It's November, so I'm afraid it's just not too early to mention Christmas any more. I haven't subscribed to the pre-December organization in years gone by, but this one is different, and you're on this journey with me now. I've found B&Q to be a surprising proponent of good Christmas decorations in the past, and this year they're unexpectedly delivering cute Christmas things (mini crackers, cards, 'letter to Santa' pack) WITH a charity angle. So 50p will go to NSPCC for every product bought in the dedicated range. I like this. I also like to be able to show PICTURES and find things I know about ONLINE but these products haven't appeared yet, even though they're definitely available. So I'll get in touch and find out what's happening, and update. Have a look in store though.
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I would have quickly mentioned the Reiss Sample Sale. Quickly not because it's unimportant, just because there's not much information apart from PRICES START AT £10 which is quite a thing, given the hike of prices in Reiss shops. Go to Fashion Confidential to sign up and get an invite. When: 3rd - 6th November. Where: Music Rooms, South Molton Lane, as usual.
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Then it would have been on to the Midcentury Modern show, happening in Dulwich on Sunday 14th November.
With a big selection of international designers, the show has got a name for itself not least because its very nature cuts out the retail mark-up. Have a look on their site for all the details, but in short: £6 for tickets in advance, £7 on the day (children under 14 free); 10am-4pm; prices from £10-£5000.
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And that would have been that. You got all the information distilled without the waffle this week - what a treat. As always, get in touch if you want me to search out something for you. Until next time.
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