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August is the final great stretch of London summer, with Notting Hill Carnival, All Points East, the BBC Proms, major exhibitions, outdoor theatre, food festivals and plenty of reasons to explore the city. From Frida Kahlo and NIGO to rooftop drinks and riverside afternoons, here’s our guide to the best things to do in London in August 2026.
A curated guide to London’s best rooftop bars and restaurants, from Central London hotel terraces to East London car park classics and Mayfair dining rooftops. Organised by neighbourhood, this 2026 edit covers where to drink, dine and watch the skyline from above the city.
Milan Fashion Week returns for Spring/Summer 2027 with Prada, Gucci, Fendi, Bottega Veneta, Marni, Dolce & Gabbana and more. Here are the designers and collections to watch across six days of shows.
M&S made its London Fashion Week debut with a 59-look collection celebrating 100 years of fashion, reworking archive signatures from tailoring and lingerie to florals and knitwear.
From historic palazzos and grand Italian hotels to colourful boutiques and wellness retreats, these are the best hotels in Sorrento, Italy, worth considering for your next stay.
From Soho and Mayfair to Chelsea, Shoreditch and London Bridge, discover the best restaurants in London worth knowing about, from established favourites to newer dining destinations.
September brings London back to life after summer, with London Fashion Week, major exhibitions, concerts, theatre, design festivals and new cultural experiences taking over the capital. Here is our guide to the best things to do in London in September 2026.
Leydi brings modern Turkish dining to Old Bailey, near St Paul’s and Bank. We review the food, interiors, atmosphere and service at this stylish Central London restaurant.
From emerging London talent to established fashion houses, discover the designers to watch at London Fashion Week September 2026, organised by day across the official LFW schedule.
From dog-friendly restaurants and Sunday roasts to riverside walks, parks and cultural attractions, here’s our guide to the best ways to celebrate National Dog Day in London, with plenty of ideas for a day out with your four-legged friend.
Frida Kahlo has become one of the most recognisable artists of the 20th century, but Frida: The Making of an Icon at Tate Modern asks us to look beyond the flowers, jewellery and familiar self-portraits. We visit the exhibition to explore the woman behind the image, and how she came to shape her own identity, body and legacy.
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From emerging London talent to established fashion houses, discover the designers to watch at London Fashion Week September 2026, organised by day across the official LFW schedule.
Choosing where to stay in Venice can define the entire trip. From iconic Grand Canal palazzos and discreet boutique hideaways to private island resorts and design-led luxury hotels, this guide covers the best places to stay in Venice for every style of traveller. Whether you’re visiting for a romantic weekend, first-time city break, or longer Italian escape, discover the Venice hotels worth booking.
John Galliano’s partnership with Zara signals a new era for fast fashion, where luxury credibility, cultural relevance and sustainability narratives collide in ways that feel as strategic as they are unsettling.
Staycation is changing how Londoners experience luxury hotels, turning them into spaces for spa days, dining and overnight escapes. In this interview, co-founder Kevin Hutchings explains the rise of modern staycations and why local luxury is redefining travel.
Capri is an island of contrasts: polished yet chaotic, glamorous yet deeply traditional. From cliffside hotels and hidden walking paths to boat trips around the Faraglioni and aperitivo in the Piazzetta, this is a guide to experiencing the island beyond the day-trippers and postcard clichés.
A definitive runway report on the fashion trends defining 2026, from colour-driven collections and fluid silhouettes to sculptural tailoring, leather and statement accessories shaping SS26.
A considered stay in Sorrento, Hotel Central Wellness blends boutique charm with a quietly indulgent spa focus. From private in-room saunas to a serene rooftop terrace overlooking Mount Vesuvius, this Amalfi Coast hotel offers a more restorative alternative to the region’s usual spectacle.
Fairmont Monte Carlo has unveiled a major renovation to mark its 50th anniversary. From redesigned suites and rooftop dining to sustainability initiatives and Grand Prix views, here's why Monaco's iconic hotel remains one of the Riviera's most desirable addresses.
A closer look inside the HunterMoss Swiss Supercar Tour, where luxury travel meets high-performance driving across the Alpine passes of Switzerland. From Zurich to Lake Lucerne, this is slow travel redefined through speed, precision, and carefully curated hospitality.
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Hu Bing’s HUBING SELECTS explores leather, light and the passage of time for Spring/Summer 2027, moving between 1930, 2030 and 3030 at London Fashion Week.
La DoubleJ Spring/Summer 2027 sees J.J. Martin explore a lighter side of the brand, balancing its signature maximalism with stripes, polka dots, solids and a quieter approach to beauty.
Alberto Caliri imagines a nomadic Missoni wardrobe for Spring/Summer 2027, loosening the house’s iconic patterns through fluid silhouettes, relaxed styling and shimmering surfaces.
Vivetta begins a new chapter for Spring/Summer 2027, balancing more sophisticated tailoring and lighter silhouettes with playful jewellery and the eccentric spirit of its heritage.
Etro’s in-house design team softens the house’s signature paisley and bohemian codes for Spring/Summer 2027, creating an atmospheric collection that plays with lightness and restraint.
Ian Griffiths explores “utility lux” for Max Mara Spring/Summer 2027, combining safari dressing, cargo details, tailoring and technical fabrics with the house’s restrained elegance.
September brings London back to life after summer, with London Fashion Week, major exhibitions, concerts, theatre, design festivals and new cultural experiences taking over the capital. Here is our guide to the best things to do in London in September 2026.