Loveday Kensington hosts afternoon tea with Karen Millen

Loveday Kensington was recently transformed into a haven of high fashion and glamour as it hosted a Fashionista Afternoon Tea, featuring a special guest of honour-renowned British fashion designer Karen Millen. The event captivated members and friends of Loveday, celebrating elegance, style and the vibrant legacy of British fashion.

Karen Millen, known for creating a fashion empire synonymous with sophistication and timeless elegance, shared insights into her remarkable journey in the fashion industry. During the event, Selma Day, the Editor of Mayfair Times conducted an engaging interview with Karen, allowing the audience to hear first-hand about her experiences, inspirations and the evolution of her iconic brand. Many attendees, themselves familiar with Karen’s designs, delighted in hearing the story behind the brand that has left a stylish mark on so many wardrobes.

Models paraded selections from Karen’s latest collection, The Founder, stunning the audience with the chic, polished looks on display. Karen offered her signature styling advice, encouraging everyone to embrace their individuality with a bold declaration about fashion rules: “Break all the rules!” Members of Loveday had a unique opportunity to receive personal fashion tips from Karen herself, sparking inspiration and delight among the attendees.

Preparation for the fashionable afternoon began in the Loveday beauty salon, where hair and makeup artists worked their magic, ensuring everyone looked and felt their best for the day’s events. The red carpet was rolled out, providing a glamorous setting for photos, with many capturing memorable moments alongside Karen.

Daisy Slavkova, General Manager at Loveday Kensington, shared her thoughts on the success of the event, "The Fashionista Afternoon Tea was a wonderful way to bring joy, spark conversations and evoke fond memories amongst our Members. Seeing everyone’s smiles and excitement was truly heartwarming. Fashion has a unique way of connecting people and yesterday’s event was a perfect example of that."

Karen Millen herself expressed her delight at participating in the special occasion, "What a joy it was to talk fashion with such a fashionable audience! Loveday Kensington is such a stylish and welcoming home, how lucky are the Members to live in such a chic environment! The five-star service and the vibrant energy of the Members made it a memorable experience for me. It was wonderful to see the enthusiasm and passion for fashion alive in this elegant setting."

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