Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mothering Sunday is only a week away and we have some great gift ideas for those wanting to treat their mum on the 15th of March… Beautiful blooms Roses Only offers an impressive selection of flowers for delivery and the presentation is exceptional. We love the elegant Long Stemmed Pink Roses Bouquet for Mother’s […]
Puzzle Time
By RACHEL COLLISON Puzzles remind me of rainy days. When you can’t go playing outside for hours, or when you’ve been splashing about in puddles but now it’s time to cosy up inside. For parents everywhere puzzles can be a life saver. Perfect for half term holidays or when you just need the kids to […]
Experience Italian finesse at the new Baglioni Spa in London
By LAURA TOOGOOD Readers of our travel pages will know that I have a particular fondness for Italy; it is one of those countries that I would happily visit time and time again. So, whenever I have a yearning to return, and a trip is not possible, I make sure that I pop into the […]
Alps2Alps: Private transfers to all leading European ski resorts
Geneva is one of the most popular airports to land in for those visiting the Alps. Whether you are setting off on a ski holiday or a healthy hiking break in the mountains – where you can also visit some of Europe’s best spas – the transfer time is of utmost importance. With many top […]
The best of both worlds at The Portman
Although there are plenty of gastro pubs in London, finding the perfect combination of a traditional boozer that also offers a top quality dining experience can prove relatively difficult. More often than not, pubs get stuck between the two and find it hard to bridge the gap in the right way. However, we think that […]
A luxury chalet experience in Verbier
By BAILEIGH WALSH Verbier has long attracted a wealthy, fashionable and sporty clientele. Sunny skies, easy access (roughly two hours from Geneva airport), unprecedented scenic views, adrenaline fuelled pistes and a lively, après-ski scene has made the resort increasingly popular for people travelling from all over the globe. It’s no surprise then that The Sloaney […]
Jo Malone launches a Mother’s Day Floral Box
The team at Jo Malone have let us into a little secret! They have decided to launch a very special gift for all mothers for this year’s Mothering Sunday. Every lady loves receiving Jo Malone goodies and there is an exclusive gift available from the Sloane Street boutique, which is the company’s flagship store. The […]
Brew: You’ll leave full of food and fun memories
Brew Café has recently expanded further by opening a new venue in Putney. It is already established in many of the South London hotspots including Wimbledon, Clapham and Battersea. The latest addition to the Brew collection is located on Lower Richmond Road and the spacious setting includes a large terrace that will be uncovered during […]
Crabbie’s Grand National Weights Luncheon
A luncheon to mark the unveiling of the weights for this year’s Crabbie’s Grand National took place in the impressive surroundings of the Royal Opera House yesterday. Many of the biggest names in racing gathered to mark the occasion and toast the forthcoming event. Guests were greeted by a drinks reception in the balcony, which […]
John Frieda launches revamped product line with “Me & John”
By Rosemin Anderson John Frieda’s latest campaign, rather than being “new”, welcomes back some of its older products in a revamped form. The Sea Waves Sea Salt Spray, 7-Day Volume In-Shower Treatment, Forever Smooth Anti-Frizz Primer and Touchable Memory Flexible Hold Hairspray take their inspiration from perennially popular products launched by the brand. To launch […]
With a spring clean comes a new fragrance
Spring is just around the corner and along with an annual ‘spring clean’, it is also a great time to change the fragrances in your home. You can swap the rich wintry smells of cinnamon and pine for lighter fragrances such as honeysuckle or exotic coconut blends that will remind you of a restful summer […]
Opera Gallery London’s ‘Fernando Botero’ Private View
The exclusive Private View of Fernando Botero’s latest exhibition recently took place at New Bond Street’s Opera Gallery London. The event attracted many London society guests, including Lady Gabriella Windsor, Nancy Dell’Olio and Stanley Johnson. They sipped on Pommery Champagne whilst viewing artwork and sculptures by Fernando Botero – Columbia’s most famous living artist. Born in Medellin, […]
Surrey Magna Carta anniversary garden to feature at RHS Chelsea
We have enjoyed glimpses of spring over the last few days and this has encouraged us to start looking forward to this year’s schedule of events hosted by the RHS. The Chelsea Flower Show is a highlight on our British Summer Social Season and it has just been announced that the event will welcome the […]
An incredible Chinese New Year feast at Hakkasan
By LAURA TOOGOOD Despite being based in Mayfair for the last four years and passing the venue at least once a week, I had never dined at Hakkasan until last night. I had, however, heard numerous rave reviews from all who have visited this famous London restaurant. For some reason, I always imagined a dramatic […]
Ease wedding stress with Sapphire Pink’s personal concierge service
If you are planning a wedding this year or during 2016, you will certainly find that you can never be prepared or pampered enough. There is just so much to think about and this can really take its toll! On top of the stresses of organising your big day and planning the event, you will […]
Valentine’s Day Ideas
Valentine’s Day is less than a week away. If you are looking for some inspiration for a gift that will impress someone special in your life next Saturday, then take a look at our top Valentine’s Day Ideas… A breathtaking bunch of roses For those who want to make a sweeping statement, it would be […]
The Arch London celebrates its 5th Anniversary
This week The Arch London celebrated its 5th Anniversary with a party in its restaurant. The luxury boutique hotel welcomed guests with glasses of Taittinger champagne and canapés that were based on samples from the hotel’s food menu. The Arch London is located a short distance from Marble Arch and is considered one of London’s […]
Roses Only: The most impressive bouquets for Valentine’s Day
There are flower deliveries and then there are Roses Only deliveries. Receiving a beautiful bouquet often results in lots of content ‘awwww’ sounds from the recipient and onlookers alike; however, there are few that generate a jaw-dropping ‘wow’, as was seen in The Sloaney head office last week. When a dozen red roses arrived it […]
Hero Winter Skincare Product: proto-col miracle balm
We were first introduced to the skincare brand proto-col last year. They are responsible for a collagen facemask that we truly believe is one of the best beauty products on the market for producing instantly noticeable results. The at-home treatment featured in our ‘top three face masks for restoring radiance’ following the festive season and […]
Plan your perfect Valentine’s Day toast
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, it is time to make some plans for the special day. Everyone loves to raise a glass of champagne on an important occasion and Champagne Bruno Paillard has a Rosé Premier Cuvée, which is perfect for celebrations on February the 14th. It has just been listed by the glass at […]
An unbeatable ski holiday at the Goldener Berg Hotel in Oberlech
By LAURA TOOGOOD I was a latecomer to the world of skiing holidays. Unlike many of my peers, I didn’t make it to the slopes during childhood. I was too busy caught up with equestrian competitions and skiing always seemed to clash with trials for the British team, which took preference every time. My first […]
Enjoy Michelin star Austrian treats at The Post Stuben in Gasthof Post, Lech
By LAURA TOOGOOD During our recent visit to Oberlech for a travel feature that explored this chic skiing destination, we ventured down from the mountains one evening to sample the culinary delights at the Gasthof Post. This Relais & Châteaux property is known as one of the most exclusive destinations in the village of Lech. […]
Clip in your perfect hair style with Easilocks Red Carpet
By LAURA TOOGOOD I have experimented with various types of hair extensions over the years. My first venture was an attempt to rescue a rather extreme series of colour changes. This was during the time when I was working in fashion and had to move quickly from blonde to brown and then black to red, […]
Spoil your loved one with champagne and chocolates
To be honest, we don’t need Valentine’s Day to come around for an excuse to guzzle a box of chocolates. Those who share a sweet tooth know all too well that enjoying a delicious selection of chocolates is a great treat at any time of the year. If you can demonstrate good self-control, it is […]
The Lucky Onion presents HIX at the Races for Cheltenham
The Lucky Onion presents HIX at the Races, a unique collaboration between The Lucky Onion and HIX Restaurants on Tuesday 10th March to Friday 13th March 2015 during Cheltenham race week at No.38 The Park, The Lucky Onion’s beautiful 13 bedroomed boutique hotel. The partnership will see the hotel transformed into a pop-up private HIX […]
Top mid-winter makeup buys
We love discovering new products here at The Sloaney and it is always great at this time of year to find some extra treats that help enhance your beauty routine. We first heard about HJ Manicure when they hosted a launch for the new range at Orico on the King’s Road. Although we were unable […]
The Baby Carrier WE love
By RACHEL COLLISON In October BabyBjorn the brand daddy of carriers launched their latest baby carrier to the market, the WE. BabyBjorn are synonymous with Baby Carriers. They have been doing it since the 70’s, they are reliable, safe and stylish. This family owned Swedish company are experts in form and function. The Sloaney […]
Making fruitful wine investments
Investing in wine has become increasingly fashionable over recent years and has proven to be a relatively reliable placement for funds, if you make the right choices. Small-scale fine wine investments are particularly popular, especially with the rising demand in China and Russia. The Internet, growing number of investment options and an increase in the […]
Dub Jam: The Caribbean comes to London
There is certainly no sign of ‘Dry January’ in Dub Jam. We popped into the cosy Jamaican rum shack last night and it was full to the brim. Admittedly, it is a small space but every table was taken and people were waiting patiently outside the door at times for a free standing spot to […]
Carven launch men’s fragrances at The Sanderson
With a new year, comes lots of exciting new product launches. Last night, Carven hosted an event at The Sanderson London to celebrate the release of two fragrances for men. Some guests enjoyed a selection of delicious cocktails, while those enrolling on Dry January were able to make the most of equally tasty mocktails. The […]
James Haskell urges all men to try a spa experience
Our columnist and England Rugby player James Haskell visits the Metropolitan London to enjoy his new love of spas… Would I like a spa treatment? Err – yes please! Who in their right mind wouldn’t want to go to go to a spa, especially one named “the complete man”. Now, I was already laboring under […]
The best products for hiding roots!
Our pick of the best products and tricks of the trade for hiding your re-growth or roots, whatever the colour of your hair… Dry Shampoo Whether you want to freshen up your hair between washes or simply add extra volume for a night out, Dry Shampoo has become very popular in recent years. While there […]
The London Yacht, Jet and Prestige Car Show
The Sunday Times ‘Rich List’ highlights that London is the place to be for High Net Worth Individuals. The capital is now the base for more millionaires and billionaires than any other city on earth. Seeing as it is favoured by Britain’s elite as well as major entrepreneurs from around the world, it seems an […]
Serving the perfect cheese board
A good cheese board is crucial for a dinner party. It normally becomes the centrepiece of your table at some point during the evening, so investing in the best serving board and suitable knives is worthwhile. It is also important to provide a diverse selection of cheese and the presentation can make this course very […]
Top Tips for making it through Dry January
Dry January has become increasingly popular in recent years with many people seeing it as the perfect opportunity for a prolonged detox. After a rather indulgent Christmas and New Year, it also seems the ideal time to give yourself a complete rest from alcohol. This year there are five weekends to negotiate without enjoying your […]
The Great Sausage Roll at The Red Lion in Barnes
If you are taking is easy for January then we have something you can look forward to at the end of the month. For the third successive year, The Great Sausage Roll Off will take place at The Red Lion in Barnes! The event will kick off at 7:30pm on Wednesday the 28th of January. […]
New Year, new make up brushes!
If you are starting 2015 with a sense of ‘out with the old and in with the new’, then it is a good time to replace your make up brushes. Make up brushes can be notoriously difficult to keep clean and so they often have a set lifespan. Now is an ideal opportunity to clear […]
Totally Toppers: A personalised Bride & Groom for your wedding cake
If you are planning a wedding this year, then a wedding cake is likely to feature high on your list of priorities to organise. Whether you are deciding the shape, colour, height or flavour, there is something else that you should not forget about… the topper! Your wedding cake topper will sit proudly on the […]
Top three facemasks for restoring radiance
If your skin is in need of some extra special care following a busy festive season, we recommend investing in a new face mask. They are the quickest way to give your complexion a boost and will help make sure that you regain a smooth glow for 2015. So, without further ado, here are our […]
Only the best for Bond: We test drive the Aston Martin fleet
With the announcement of the new James Bond film came the announcement of a new Aston Martin model with Spectre heralding the launch of the DB10. The company has not only become synonymous with 007 but it is also representative of the best of British luxury. The Sloaney team was recently invited to test drive a […]
