While we lament the passing of BBQs, lazy summer days and late summer nights, autumn brings with it a whole new set of reasons to be cheerful. Here are just five…

Harrods Shoe Heaven

What the new Harrods shoe department lacks in pearly gates, it certainly makes up for in covetable footwear. The Art Deco marble-clad 42,000 sq ft space is home to an estimated 100,000 pairs of shoes from over 55 designers, 17 of which have their own boutique within the department, including Christian Louboutin, Saint Laurent, Dior, Prada, Chanel, Jimmy Choo, Miu Miu and Valentino. This is the perfect destination for a spot of accessories worship.

Open now and located on the fifth floor at Harrods
http://www.harrods.com/shoe-heaven/in-store

London’s Latest Landmark

This September Sea Containers, the iconic building that sits between the Oxo Tower and Blackfriars Bridge, will be in the when it opens as the hotly anticipated 359-room Mondrian London hotel. With interiors by Tom Dixon, expect the designer’s unique brand of utility chic with just a hint of 1920s cruise liner. You’ll find us on the rooftop cocktail bar taking in the spectacular view of the Thames.

Opens 30 September, more details here: https://www.morganshotelgroup.com/mondrian/mondrian-london

Vodafone London Fashion Weekend

From 18 to 21 September Somerset House, the home of London Fashion Week, will host fashion’s biggest (and most exclusive) pop-up. And we want you to join us. Between a schedule bursting with catwalk shows, industry insider talks and loads of exclusive designer discounts, it’s the ultimate fashion hub, and the perfect place to sort your autumn wardrobe.

Find out more and book tickets here: https://www.londonfashionweekend.co.uk/

Photographer of Style

This autumn the V&A will present the definitive retrospect of the work Horst P. Horst, one of the 20th century’s greatest photographers, and a creative talent who reinvented the art of capturing fashion. The exhibition offers an incredible opportunity to see Horst’s body of work, from his haute couture fashion shoots for Vogue in the 1930s, to his work with Surrealist artists including Salvador Dalí, and his iconic portraits of Hollywood stars like Marlene Dietrich and Bette Davis. Book your tickets now.

Exhibition opens 6 September until 4 January 2015
http://www.vam.ac.uk/content/exhibitions/exhibition-horst-photographer-of-style/

Victoria Beckham Comes To London

It’s been a long time coming, but this September marks the opening of Victoria Beckham’s first standalone boutique in the London. Located on Mayfair’s Dover Street, expect plenty of Victoria’s signature pared-down glamour. The official opening date is yet to be confirmed, so make sure you check www.victoriabeckham.com to stay in the know.