Seasonal

THE MIXMAS DRINK Part bar, part restaurant, part gallery, all concept, Sketch is the go-to for the in-the-know types with an hour to spare or an evening to fill. With one of the most imaginative bars in London, head barman Joseph, was our first stop when it came to asking for the best Christmas cocktails [...]

Get the inside tracks from Q Sound and vision for Christmas day – The Sound We asked Paul Rees, editor of Q magazine, what will be the big musical gifts this Christmas and he gave us a line up to suit any and every (credible) taste. No Aled Jones required, thanks. Florence + The Machine [...]

If you know the London literary hub that is historic bookshop Foyles then you’ll know that there is no better place to enquire about the various merits put to page this year. Senior Buyer Heather Baker tells us how to buy for whomever this Yuletide… BOOKS FOR HIM -Diamond Queen by Andrew Marr (Macmillan), £25 [...]

Christmas time can be lovely, yet it can be a stressful time for all of us, especially the party organisers. Here are some tips to help you ease out the stress and throw yourself fully into the joy of Christmas 1. Set a budget for your Christmas family party. Work out how much you are [...]

It is nearly Christmas and most companies have organised a Christmas party for their employees and workers. This event poses several pitfalls that the savvy business woman has to avoid. It is not unheard of managers having too much alcohol and dancing drunk on tables, peers letting their hair down and severely compromising their career [...]

Gifts with gravity This is how Christmas gifting works: you give one stellar present, two to five slightly smaller main presents, and a spread of smaller satellite gifts. It’s easy. Just think of it like the solar system – the sun is at the centre, a few planets surround it and a multiplicity of moons [...]

All he wants for Xmas Gary Kingsnorth, founder of thestyleking.com, shares his seasonal wishlist. This Christmas I am looking forward to spending some time in Cornwall, it is a great time to chill, walk the dogs on the beach and a great excuse for doing nothing. Next year is already shaping up to be very [...]

Whether you are a luxe-loving Glamazon, or he’s a demanding Details Man, they have some tailor-made gift suggestions for everyone on your list. From chic stocking fillers to wish-list wows, make yours and their Christmas fabulously merry.  There are some stunning pieces in their Party Boutique Shop too! From dresses and cocktail jewels to rich [...]

THE CITY CHRISTMAS FAIR in aid of Wellbeing of Women is back!  We love this fair so much we wish it could be on every day.  Although our purses would be empty.  Simply wonderful stalls and such a great Christmas feel to it all.  We left last year feeling like Christmas was that day.  Totally [...]

Winter 11: The Style List Before the cold takes a hold, check the Winter’s top ten and make sure you have them in your locker 1) The Pea Coat. A staple of menswear, the pea coat never goes out of style, but this season has built up a real head of style steam. Weather beating [...]

We all know the importance of protecting the skin during summer months, but even I find myself guilty of neglecting my skin from the harsh winter conditions.  We change our wardrobe, surely it makes sense to change our skincare regime! Central heating, icy winds and what feels like constant rain all effect our skin, but [...]

  …a pay-per-use “reply-required” messaging system  – for your PERSONAL SAFETY! When used as a personal safety system, ifIdontReply.com is an excellent and simple way to let someone know that you may be in trouble. Particularly, if you are meeting someone for the first time either for work (as a lone-worker), or via an online [...]

The morning after your Christmas parties, drink plenty of Green Tea. It will help you detox and aids fat loss. Tea is the most universally consumed beverage. The Chinese believe that drinking tea promotes good health and longevity. Recent studies investigating tea and health have, in fact, linked tea drinking with positive health effects on [...]

We asked Julie Hurst, personal stylist for some key points for 2011 and to tell us the do’s and don’ts for the new decade. Don’t… …put your style on hold Avoid buying items that don’t fit you or your lifestyle. Ensure that you have a truly wearable wardrobe by shopping only for those pieces which [...]

Once again, City Guinea has been on the road for the greater good of City women.  As opposed to being sent off for Botox, Tummy Tucks, Teeth whitening (and every other mad treatment the team can drum up), this time they have actually sent me off to somewhere lovely and local! In my humble opinion, [...]