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 Design: the new sex? |
Earl's Court Exhibition Centre London SW5 9TA United Kingdom +44 20 8910 7724 http://www.100percentdesign.co.uk |
Having long looked to Paris and Milan for inspiration, London is now generally regarded as the design capital of Europe, maybe even the world. So, where better to showcase young, contemporary designers than here? Over 450 companies exhibit, specially selected by a panel of industry experts. Recent exhibitors have included B&B Italia, SCP, Cappellini, Helen Yardley, TwentyTwentyOne and The Igloo, and all genres of modern design are represented. Unfortunately the first few days of the fair are for trade only, with only the final day open to the public. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Christmas Shopping Head Start |
52 Upper Street (Business Design Centre) London, London N1 0QH United Kingdom +44 (0)870 739 9111 (Box office) http://www.countrylivingfair.com/ |
Country Living celebrates the coming of Christmas and spring in style with its two annual fairs. The Christmas Fair is the bigger and more famous event, offering original and beautiful gifts. This is your chance to get all that Christmas shopping out of the way before the shops become crowded in December! From simple crafts and ornaments to more artistic and upmarket designer goods, it's all on offer at this stylish event. Admission costs around GBP10. The Spring Fair is held every March. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge worldwide travel show |
Seagrave Road Earls Court London W14 8UX United Kingdom +44 870 121 2181 http://www.destinationsshow.com |
Thousands of visitors flock to Destinations to check out the place to sun themselves. With over 600 exhibitors, this must be one of the biggest travel shows in the UK. A varied representation from holiday companies, tourist boards from around the world and a whole host of displays, discussions and experts are on hand to advise you on your latest trip, whether it's a weekend excursion or the vacation of a lifetime. The show takes place in early February. See Web site for next year's exact dates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Oldest dinghy show in the world |
Alexandra Palace Way (Alexandra Palace) London, London N22 United Kingdom +44 845 345 0424 http://www.rya.org.uk |
Every first weekend of March, sailing and windsurfing enthusiasts make their way to Alexandra Palace for the oldest (established in 1952) dinghy show in the world. Whether you're an expert or an enthusiastic novice, you'll be able to glean information from a host of exhibitors including schools, boat builders, clubs, youth clubs and equipment suppliers. The fair ends with a party, free to all exhibitors and visitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Designs and gadgets for homes of the future |
Warwick Road Earl's Court London, London SW5 9TA United Kingdom +44 870 606 6080 http://www.idealhomeshow.co.uk/ simonmayle@uk.dmgworldmedia.com |
One of the most celebrated annual design shows in Europe, the Daily Mail Ideal Home Exhibition premiers all the latest household designs and high-tech gadgets. Always a fantastic spectacle even if you don't have any particular interest in home improvements, the event featured a giant 18m lighthouse centrepiece, a relaxing landscape garden, and a series of concept products to let visitors glimpse the future of home life. Beat all those TV interior designers at their own game. Admission: GBP10-12 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Major contemporary art fair |
52 Upper St, Islington Business Design Centre London N1 0QH United Kingdom +44 20 7359 3535 http://www.businessdesigncentr... bdc@businessdesigncentre.co.uk |
This art and design show in the Business Design Centre in Islington, is probably the biggest of its kind in the UK with over 40,000 visitors last year. The venue is huge with plenty of natural light. The exhibitors cover the whole range: from big name galleries such as White Cube to a whole host of smaller fry enterprises all vying for your trade. The range of art on sale is extensive and certainly eclectic. Advance booking is EUR8.50; tickets at the door EUR10. Check Web site for next year's dates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 International literary scene |
Hammersmith Road (Olympia Exhibition Hall) London W14 8UX United Kingdom +44 20 8910 7815 http://www.libf.co.uk/ |
While Frankfurt may be home to the book fair, London's Book Fair is still one of the top literary scenes. Over 1,000 companies converge to bring all aspects of the book trade under one roof. With the proliferation of multimedia products, the publishing industry has changed a lot in the past decade, but don't worry, because the old fashioned printed book isn't in any danger. Authors, literary agents, librarians and keen readers alike will be enthralled by the range of services available at the fair, from advice on publishing a novel to collections of rare books. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Designer labels at bargain prices |
Cromwell Road (Natural History Museum) London, London SW7 5BD United Kingdom +44 870 735 2222 http://www.londonfashionweeken... |
Continuing from London Fashion Week, this weekend of shopping takes place in the gardens of the Natural History Museum. Designer clothes from labels such as Phillip Treacy and Lulu Guiness are all available at trade prices so there are certainly many bargains to be had. There are also makeovers and catwalk shows and a champagne lunch to wash it all down. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Everything for the deep |
Victoria Dock Road London International Exhibition Centre London, London United Kingdom +44 (0) 20 8977 9878 http://www.diveshows.co.uk/ diveshows@divermag.co.uk |
On a weekend near the end of March, diving enthusiasts of all abilities and ages make their way to Victoria Dock Road to see the best in diving equipment and accessories, boats, classes and training programmes, specialised holidays and the like. You'll also be able to participate in demonstrations, try dive pool sessions, and go to a PADI village and listen to holiday seminars. Celebrity guests also make an appearance. Go on, dive in. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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