Spinningfields is the place to be this summer, with the new Lawn Club and Screenfields and now it is set to offer even more al fresco entertainment on The Lawns. They will be showing the first ever open air Shakespeare performances in conjunction with GB Theatre Company. Two of Shakespeare’s greatest plays,…
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Champagne Masterclass at Harvey Nichols
When we were invited to sample the Harvey Nichols champagne dinner in association with Veuve Clicquot, we couldn’t say just no! The five course tasting menu was put together especially for the evening by the fabulous chefs at Harvey Nichols second floor restaurant. Our sommelier for the evening was Alex Gamble, who…
Armand Beasley at The Beauty Project
Armand Beasley, bespoke beauty expert and fellow Mancunian, feels right at home setting up shop with a bespoke beauty lounge at the rear of Selfridges beauty hall at Selfridges Exchange Square. Armand, has clients ranging from Goldie Hawn to the Queen of Malaysia and has worked at both The Oscars, and The…
Unknown Festival Returns
We all know how annoying it can be when you’re strapped for cash and can’t decide between a festival or a holiday, which is why we’ve found the perfect solution in Unknown festival. Taking place from the 8th to 12th of September it’s the idyllic way to extend the end of your…
Review of Coronation Street Tour
After 53 years, the iconic Granada Studios is about to close on Quay Street in Manchester. But before it’s turned into swanky apartments, they have opened the doors to the famous cobbles of Coronation Street, and they invited STYLEetc along to take a walk in the steps of the many great actors…
Selfridges Launch The Beauty Project
Thursday saw the official launch of Selfridges Beauty Project and we attended the party at their Exchange Square store. The Beauty Hall was packed full of beauty fanatics all trying out the latest in beauty and makeup trends. Chanel were offering blind fragrance testing, while YSL and Nars were offering mini make…
Barcelona Travel Guide
With the summer holidays nearly upon us, STYLEetc are helping you decide on the best locations for your trip. First up, our latest recruit Hope reviews the Spanish city of Barcelona! Barcelona is found in the north east of Spain, facing the blissful waters of the Mediterranean Sea. With an array of…
Capital FM Take On The Southern Eleven Challenge
It takes a lot to silence the Capital FM team but Manchester’s Southern Eleven managed to do it last night as they set them a mammoth food challenge! The barbeque eaterie based in the heart of Spinningfields invited Breakfast Show presenters Rob Ellis, Nigel ‘Wingman’ Clucas, Adam Brown and Breakfast Producer James…
Selfridges Presents: The Beauty Project
From May 1st to June 12th, Selfridges stores in Trafford and Exchange Square Manchester will be launching an exciting six week campaign on the definition of beauty, and what it means in today’s society. Over the six weeks, six key themes will be discussed in the two stores, each selected to articulate…
Celebrate Easter with Harvey Nichols and Baileys!
How do you like your eggs on Easter morning? We like our’s with a twist! Well this year you too can celebrate Easter in STYLE with Harvey Nichols, who have teamed up with award winning Chocolatier and Cake of the Year 2013 winner, Lucie Bennett to create a rich Belgian chocolate equivalent…
Jack Wills Summer Collection
British fashion brand Jack Wills’ latest summer collection is the epitome of Summer fun. Containing a unique mixture of gorgeous floral and pastel prints and sun-kissed denim, this brand new range will inject the beauty of the British summer straight into your wardrobe. With seasonal prints mixed with bright colours, masculine outerwear…
Beauty Bazaar, Harvey Nichols at The Grand National
Harvey Nichols Beauty Bazaar opens its doors in preparation for Aintree, as it hosts its exclusive beauty SOS tent at the racecourse for the 3 day event, from Thursday 3rd to Saturday 5th April and this year it promises to be the biggest yet! Visitors from around the world will descend on…
New ‘Grill at the Bar’ Menu at Rosso
On Wednesday 26th March, STYLEetc were invited to sample the new Grill at the Bar concept at Rosso. The concept is simple, you cook your steak to you own individual taste on the 200 degree hot stones that are served to you! Of course some people would question why would you want…
Krug Champagne Collaborates with The Philharmonia Orchestra
Krug Champagne & London’s Philharmonia Orchestra bring together music and Champagne with an experience to alight the senses The House of Krug is celebrating the annual recreation of Krug Grande Cuvee by highlighting the parallels between conducting a symphony orchestra and composing Krug Grande Cuvee, the signature Champagne of the House, with…
Festival No.6 Returns with Line Up Announcements
The eagerly anticipated Festival No.6 returns this year for another weekend of acclaimed musicians and picturesque surroundings. Situated in the coastal resort of Portmeirion (of 60’s cult TV show ‘the Prisoner’ fame), there is a magical air to the place; with real life props of castles and greenery to look at as…
The Lawn Club Arrives at Spinningfields
The Lawns at Spinningfields are set to welcome a brand new destination bar to Hardman Square this Spring, with the arrival of The Lawn Club this spring. An aspirational space in the heart of the estate, The Lawns were home to two of the city’s most popular bars last year; InBloom and…
James Martin Manchester Launches New Six Course Sunday Menu
Following on from the success of its first taster menu, James Martin Manchester at Manchester235 is offering a new six course taster menu on Sundays*. The new menu, which will run from 5pm until 11pm, will cost £45 per person and includes tea and coffee, with the menu focussing on some of…
Umberto Giannini Salon Launches at Harvey Nichols
Last night STYLEetc were lucky enough to attend the official opening night of the latest addition to Harvey Nichols Manchester, it’s very own Umberto Giannini hair salon. Situated just off the beauty hall, the stylish salon is mix of luxury, sleek furniture and minimalistic décor, which reflects the sophistication of Harvey Nichols…
Joana Vasconcelos: “Time Machine” lands at Manchester Art Gallery
New to hit Manchester Art Gallery are the fabulous works of Portugese artist Joana Vasconcelos. One of the best things about this exhibition beyond the fun, large scale creations of the artist, is the fact that you won’t see it anywhere else – many of the works were exclusively created for the…
An Evening of Heritage Fashion
There is something iconic about a typically British look, it is one that can be copied and coveted from across the world. However cloned or mused it is; it takes a true Brit to ooze the sophistication and cultural affair of a home grown ensemble. Up and comer in the Brit fashion…