My Magical Day In London

As part of my course, the lecturers suggested that it would be a great idea for us fashion students to spend a day in London. We were given a list of places to visit, such as different markets, high end luxury retailers, vintage shops, exhibitions and department stores. So one guess where I went – Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Liberty’s and Selfridges. My dream day! It was the perfect excuse to go home, take a break from this never ending uni work and see my family and friends, whilst also heading up to London to take awe into every single window display. 

 Harrods Christmas windows 
I don't know if anyone reading has seen what the Visual Merchandising team have created, but If you are one of those lucky Londoners that can regularly go down to Harrods, I am sure you will agree that it is unquestionably magical and spectacular!
The Harrods’s Christmas windows have been turned into a world of Disney princesses, each window for a different princess. Some of the biggest names in fashion have created their visualisations of the iconic fairy tale dresses, and I really felt as if I was taken on an enchanted and magical journey as I was passing each window.

 Oscar de la Renta – Snow White

Missoni created a Mulan-inspired kimono gown

Escada's bold creation based on Aladdin's Princess Jasmine

 Princess Tiana gown by Ralph & Russo - The Princess and the Frog

Valentino –Belle's ball gown 

Ariel by Marchesa – A Little Mermaid

After my exciting trip to Harrods, I thought where should my next stop off be? It had to be Liberty's! (I couldn’t give it a miss) Liberty’s has always been one of my favourite department stores, and I would undoubtedly describe my experience there as walking into a magnificent tradition English world. As my mum is completely obsessed with countryside houses (which is why my family house is covered in beams), it is no surprise that she is another big fan of Liberty’s. I have wonderful childhood memories of visiting Liberty’s department store and since then I have developed an absolute love for the store.  

As it is Christmas time, I couldn’t wait but to go up to the third floor and take admiration of the Christmas gifts and decorations. I could literally spend all day there. Here are a few pictures that I took of Liberty’s.