London Calling

Exciting times! Liberatti is off to London town in late March with Sprezzatura and Scarf Rings in mind. I am so looking forward to meandering markets and observing fine art, talking to to tailors, and chilling with a glass of great sav over jazz. Join us on an inspirational flyover what’s on in London in March …

Liberty, Great Marlborough Street

So many fabrics, so little time. Dive into the abundance of colour and pattern, and the genius of scarves and scarf rings. We love Scarf Rings!

Sadly, our visit will just miss the Liberty in Fashion exhibition, but the department store is homage enough to the brand. Liberty here…

Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse, Royal Academy of Arts Gardens – those places of escapism, freedom and creativity. Exactly what we want to reflect in Liberatti. Like the flowers in a garden, add flashes of colour, softness and decadence to your outfits. Visit here…    Monocle Cafe Chiltern St London Head to Marylebone to feast on an eclectic mix of world-inspired meals which taste delicious, in a spot perfect for people watching. Liberatti folk are nosy, you know. Visit here…

Alexander Calder: Performing Sculpture, Tate Modern

Engineer meets artist. Calder, the father of the ‘mobile’ recognized that movement can be creative. It’s not simply a means of getting from a) to b) just as an outfit can be functional yet spellbinding. Visit here…

Bond in Motion, London Film Museum

A visit to London would not be complete with a nod to the main man of svelte sophistication. Speed, power, and a hint of controlled danger – just what we try to capture in the outfits and accessories of Liberatti. Visit here…

Saville Row What more can we say? Quality meets craftsmanship and time-honored tradition. Still the place where the best dressed go for bespoke tailoring. Be assured that no two pieces of clothing leaving Saville Row are ever the same. Art Textiles: Marian Clayden, Fashion and Textile Museum

Marian Clayden transformed the simple techniques of tie-dyeing into respected and revered skills, turning naturally beautiful pieces of fabric into stunning works of art. Retrospective includes silk, velvet, cotton and felted wool.  Visit here…

Victoria & Albert Museum

The V&A is THE destination for anyone interested in the history of fashion. Room after room of couture spanning four centuries, iconic styles, dresses, and fashions which changed the world. Easily the place to see the inspiration behind Liberatti in one place. Visit here…

St Martin in the Fields Jazz Nights, Trafalgar Square

What was one of London’s best-kept secrets. Go underground for a jazz session in the Café in the Crypt at one of the city’s most atmospheric venues. The unlikely combination of Georgian architecture and jazz works, enjoy the music and the mix of people. Visit here…

We’ll be back with pics after the sojourn, meantime I would love to hear your suggestions. Here’s one of my favourite sprezzatura trailblazers, Sarah Ann Murray in the perfect London street style ensemble.  Have a stylish week. Nicola Liberatti  @scarfrings

Credit Roll

Image credit: Sarah Ann Murray

 Image credit:Liberty of  London

Image credit: Monocle

Image credit: The Tate

Image credit: London Film Museum

Image credit:Royal Academy of Arts

Image credit: Fashion and Textile Museum

Image credit: The V&A

Image credit: St Martins Cafe