Florence: A luxurious stay at Hotel Helvetia & Bristol in the birthplace of the Renaissance
By LAURA TOOGOOD I have only visited Italy twice previously, but it is one of my favourite European destinations. With fascinating culture, beautiful countryside, delicious food, fine wine and welcoming people, this country has so much to offer. Several years ago I spent a week in Rome and visited some of the most famous historical […]
Karine Jackson celebrates the 10th Birthday of her Hair and Beauty Salon
Last week The Sloaney TV crew attended the 10th Birthday party for Karine Jackson‘s Hair and Beauty Salon. Originally from Australia, Karine prides herself on using organic colour treatments and her flagship salon in Covent Garden is popular with a number of celebrities. To mark her long success, Karine invited guests to enjoy an evening […]
The Pevonia LumaFirm Firm and Glow Body Wrap leaves your entire body feeling ultra soft
By LAURA TOOGOOD Towards the end of last week I was feeling very excited about the prospect of visiting Florence for our travel pages and also to attend the magnificent wedding of The Sloaney’s former ‘Bride-To-Be’ Natasha Eddery. With such a special occasion on the horizon, I wanted to enjoy a little TLC prior to […]
Bride-to-be Diary: Eat and Exercise your Way to a Perfect Body
By Natasha Eddery How to Eat Yourself Clean and Lean You often hear about a number of brides crash dieting and even undergoing cosmetic surgery to look perfect for their big day. Personally, neither of the above sounded appealing to me, but with my big day on the horizon I did want to make some changes, particularly to my diet. A very good […]
Bride-To-Be Diary: Perfect wedding hair with Pureology and the Neville Hair Whisperer
By NATASHA EDDERY When it comes to wedding hair, the glamour stakes are upped, so having lustrous-looking locks has never been more important. The daily elements, not to mention our diet and stress levels, all impact the overall health of our hair. So, if you are looking to revive your hair before your big day, […]
Marc Jacobs creates a buzz with Honey at The Perfume Shop
We love experimenting with fun new fragrances here at The Sloaney HQ. This summer you can radiate and shine with the sweet scent of Marc Jacobs’ irresistible new perfume, Honey. The bubbly new addition to the Marc Jacobs family is truly vivacious, bursting with spontaneity and fun. Honey is ideal for courting those rays of sunshine and […]
WellyShop.com launch Great Gatsby-inspired footwear in time for Glastonbury Festival
Following the release of The Great Gatsby, 1920s gangster chic has soared in popularity. To make the most of this trend, TheWellyShop.com has introduced their latest spats-inspired boots. The natural rubber ankle boots are the perfect footwear for those venturing to this year’s Glastonbury festival, or any other summer festivals for that matter. The rubber spats are available in […]
Dr Yannis Alexandrides celebrates the success of Celestial Black Diamond Night Cream
We started the week in style by attending an exclusive party to celebrate the success of one of the most premium anti-aging creams on the market. Dr Yannis Alexandrides hosted a sophisticated soiree in his private residence on Sloane Avenue to showcase the progressive beauty product to close friends and a select number of guests. Veuve […]
Royal Ascot 2013: Watch our highlights from the Royal Enclosure
By LAURA TOOGOOD On Friday, I attended Royal Ascot with The Sloaney’s Social Correspondent Katie Ann Lamb and a group of friends. We found a lovely spot under an old tree in the Owners and Trainers Car Park for our pre-racing picnic. Canapes, sandwiches and fresh salad were accompanied by Pommery champagne as we soaked […]
Top tips to help you achieve the ultimate beach body this summer
By LAURA TOOGOOD With the temperamental British summer showing its true colours, many of us are looking to nip away and enjoy a brief escape to a warmer climate. I will be exploring some of the delights on offer in the South of France for a travel feature next week but it won’t be all […]
Editor’s Comment: A busy month for The Sloaney team in the run up to Royal Ascot
By LAURA TOOGOOD Another hectic month has passed at The Sloaney HQ. When I wrote in May, the summer season had kicked off with a bang and it seems the bang is lasting. Highlights during the last month have included the worldwide press launch of the Global Party, which is a tremendous charity initiative that […]
A preview of stunning equestrian art by Nichola Eddery marks the start of Royal Ascot
By LAURA TOOGOOD Last night I attended the Private View of recent work by Nichola Eddery. The Honorary Chairman Sir Peter O’Sullevan CBE and The Directors of The Osborne Studio Gallery hosted an evening soiree to showcase the wonderful talent of this artist. Guests arriving at the Motcomb Street gallery were greeted by wine and […]
Bride-To-Be Diary: Enjoy the ultimate spa experience at the Four Seasons Hampshire
By NATASHA EDDERY It is hard enough trying to juggle work with a social life, but finding time to plan a wedding as well, is enough to kick-start premature ageing and grey hairs. There is no doubt that many brides-to-be feel the impact of such stress taking its toll on their lives and bodies. So, […]
Dive into summer with beautiful Roksanda Ilincic beachwear from Cocosa.com
Cocosa, the online shopping destination for handpicked luxury, will be hosting a Roksanda Ilincic flash sale tomorrow (12th of June). Shoppers can avail of up to 55% off the elegant cut-outs and flattering forms that are presented among the latest Roksanda Ilincic swimwear collection. These beautiful designs from Serbian designer Roksanda Ilincic are the epitome […]
The Lift gives you a very effective non-surgical face lift
By SARAH BACON The Lift is one of the miracle products available from Eternal Cosmeceuticals and is a non-surgical face lift that really does the trick, giving immediate results. To get the best results when using this product you need to be in a relaxed atmosphere and give yourself plenty of time. The Lift is […]
Adil Azim enjoys exquisite New Nordic cuisine at Höst in Copenhagen
BY ADIL AZIM In an inspiring show of spontaneity, thirteen friends and I descended upon Copenhagen for a weekend of music, food and general debauchery. As we all trickled in to the gorgeous city at different times with varying plans for the weekend, we all agreed on the need for everyone to share at least […]
Frances Daffern hosts an intimate private viewing of her art work
Last night the talented artist Frances Daffern invited a select number of guests to her home near Primrose Hill for an exclusive private viewing of her work. Her playful sculptures are not only bright and colourful but they also look good enough to eat! Frances grew up in North Yorkshire and is a graduate of Goldsmiths College, […]
Win a perfect new smile from London’s top dental practice, Elleven
In case you didn’t know, we are currently in the middle of National Smile Month, which runs from the 20th of May until the 20th of June. To mark the occasion, The Sloaney’s favourite dental practice, the award-winning Elleven in West London, is launching a campaign to put a smile back on someone’s face. With […]
Bride-To-Be Diary: ‘The search for flawless skin for my big day’
By NATASHA EDDERY Whether you are a bride-to-be or attending a big event, flawless skin is a must. But we can’t always have it our way: age; diet; lifestyle and pollution all take their toll on the skin. For me, the appearance of fine lines and dull skin are my biggest hang-ups and with my […]
The Brompton Club hosts a lavish launch party for The Inner Circle
Last week some of the team attended a lavish launch party to mark The Inner Circle’s arrival in London. The invitation-only dating website works as an international meeting point for eligible singles with similar lifestyles and ambitions. The party was held in the plush surroundings of The Brompton Club where the media crowd and a […]
Juicy Couture’s new fragrance Viva La Juicy Noir launches with a party in Home House
Last night we attended the Autumn/Winter 2013 preview of the latest Juicy Couture collection. The event also heralded the launch of Juicy’s playful new fragrance, Viva La Juicy Noir. The extravagant party took place at one of London’s top private members’ clubs, Home House, with Amber Le Bon starring on the decks. Celebrities and guests […]
The Sloaney launches video channel with highlights from Badminton Horse Trials
The Sloaney team is very excited (and perhaps a little nervous!) to introduce our brand spanking new Vimeo channel. Sarah Bacon and Kerinne Bunting have been busy capturing images from the first few days of this year’s Badminton Horse Trials. Last night Sarah work around the clock with our Editor, Laura Toogood, to transform the photo […]
Badminton Horse Trials Style Diary: Zara Phillips leads the way at the Trot Up
The sun was shining brightly for the opening horse inspection at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials yesterday as riders presented their mounts to the judges. Crowds and media gathered excitedly in front of the glorious stately home to catch a first glimpse of the competitors that will be taking part in the world renowned […]
What to wear to Badminton Horse Trials
Our style guide to help you decide what to wear to Badminton Horse Trials in 2024… *** Weather conditions update for 2024 **** It has been a very wet winter and spring; however the forecast is showing that the weather may improve ahead of the big event. We are reporting live from Badminton Horse Trials […]
NuBo adds a new super product to their outstanding range; The Essence Bio-Gold
By LAURA TOOGOOD Our regular Beauty readers will know that here at The Sloaney we are big fans of the NuBo range and its amazing ability to give your skin a youthful glow. We are excited to bring you some news hot off the press that this brand has just launched a new super product. Following […]
Luxurious treats to spoil a special lady on Mother’s Day
If you have yet to arrange something special for Mother’s Day, we have some last minute ideas to help you spoil the special lady in your life… We love the package that has been created by the Jumeirah Carlton Tower. ‘Glamour Tea’ (£55) includes a 50-minute manicure in The Peak Health Club & Spa, before […]
The Grand Opening of the luxurious InterContinental London Westminster
Last week The Sloaney team attended the Grand Opening of the new InterContinental London Westminster. The extravagant party certainly made an impact on the social scene with a number leading names from the world of politics and high society attending the plush affair. Champagne – Laurent Perrier to be specific – and canapés welcomed guests […]
The refined St James’s Hotel and Club offers a delicious Gluten-Free Afternoon Tea Menu
A Gluten Free diet and Afternoon Tea do not typically go hand in hand; that is until now. If you long to enjoy the cakes, scones and sandwiches that feature in such a traditional dining experience, the plush St James’s Hotel and Club has answered your prayers by launching a Gluten Free Afternoon Tea Menu. […]
The Sloaney’s Photo Diary of California
Good morning from California (or Good Afternoon to our British readers!). If you follow The Sloaney on Twitter you will know that the travel team are currently exploring some fabulous destinations on the west coast of America. Later this month you will be able to read features that focus on a city break in San […]
The Belgravia Games arrives at The Terrace in Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel
With the Olympics now just a fond memory and the Paralympics in full swing, we will shortly arrive at the end of a fantastic summer of sport. If you are feeling a little deflated following the competitive atmosphere that has swept the capital, The Terrace at Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel has just announced the launch of […]
Beauty Treat of the Week: Aqua Boost for your hair by Organic Care Systems
By LAURA TOOGOOD Although our recent heat wave may have been short-lived, the sunshine and humidity is likely to have taken its toll on our hair. With this in mind, The Sloaney’s latest Beauty Treat of the Week will help replenish your locks and give them a glossy boost. ‘Aqua Boost’ shampoo and conditioner has […]
Dining at The Delaunay will bring out the Fraulein in you
By NATASHA EDDERY If you are a regular reader of The Sloaney, then you probably already know that I am a bit of a foodie. Of course, like every woman, I do watch my figure, but there is nothing like indulging and one place that has been on my hit list is The Delaunay on […]
Beauty Treat of the Week: Golden Caviar Mask by Biodroga
By LAURA TOOGOOD If you don’t have time for a facial, the luxurious Golden Caviar Mask is the perfect quick fix and it will give your skin a youthful boost. It can be applied in the comfort of your own home and specifically focuses on hydrating, de-stressing and anti-aging. This beauty treat pampers your skin […]
Summer arrives at The Terrace in the Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel, Knightsbridge
Last night, some of the The Sloaney team attended the opening party of The Terrace at the Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel in the heart of Knightsbridge. Named one of the top three al fresco restaurants in 2011, the venue held a private Jubilee themed party to announce the start of the summer season. The dining area […]
Enhance your wellbeing and nourish your mind and body with a trip to Chateau de Milly
If you feel your mind and body needs a little more attention than usual, planning a trip to Chateau de Milly will provide you with an ideal opportunity to indulge your senses. Situated in spectacular French countryside, the ‘NuBeginnings’ retreat is designed to help men and women lose weight and also improve your general wellbeing. A […]
The Sloaney’s top travel tips to help start your Easter holiday in style
Whether you are jetting off to top up your tan this Easter, or hitting the slopes for a spot of Spring skiing, The Sloaney has some great travel tips to make sure you are perfectly prepared for your holiday… Catch up on your Zzzz’s Travel time is dead time and it gives you the perfect […]
Vita Hair boutique offers a luxurious and personal hair care service
By LAURA TOOGOOD From blonde to brunette and fiery red to black, I once tried pretty much every shade of hair colour in the space of a year. When I found myself with Morticia Adams inspired locks, I suddenly longed for the return of my natural light blonde hue. As you can imagine, my own […]
