With Christmas approaching fast upon us, it is that time again to find inspiration and special gifts for our loved ones. The high street is often crowded and the same old presents saturate the shops,
October 31, 2006 (Press Release) --
On Thursday 30th November, Alfies will be open in the evening from 5pm until 9pm. Explore the four floors, including the newly opened Decoratum showroom - specialists in original and vintage 20th Century design furniture. Enjoy a festive cocktail, and find everything from lighting, picture frames and furniture to vintage fashion, compacts and prints. An extraordinary present is easy to find at Alfies whatever your budget, The Originals have wonderful Mdina glass bottles from £35 and Dodo have an array of vintage advertising posters from £50. A particular favourite is a French 1950’s lithograph by Jean Picart for £285.
Then leave the hustle and bustle of London behind on Thursday 7th December and stop by Grays (from 5pm until 8pm), where you can enjoy a glass of champagne, browse the stands and find unique gifts in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. The choice is endless, with dealers specialising in everything from antique jewellery, handbags and silver to glass, ceramics and toys. There is something to suit everyone’s pockets and tastes, whether looking for a pair of playful blue and green floral earring for £15 from Lola Boggi or an early 20th Century gold pocket watch by J.W. Benson for £495 from Kikuchi Antiques.
With these exceptional late night shopping parties Christmas has come early for vintage and antique lovers at Alfies and Grays. The events are by invitation only, but invitations are free and can be received by calling 020 7629 7034.
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Notes to Editors
Alfies - Thursday 30th November, 5pm-9pm, nearest tube Marylebone
Grays - Thursday 7th December, 5pm-8pm, nearest tube Bond Street
Admission free by invitation, call 020 7629 7034 Boilerplates
Alfies is London's largest antique market and home to 75 leading dealers. It is a fabulous maze of treasures located on a historical street market in Church Street, Marylebone, minutes from the West End. The range and quantity of stock is breathtaking and includes 20th Century Design, furniture, paintings and prints, jewellery, ceramics, vintage clothing and much more. It is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 6pm.
Grays is home to one of the largest and most diverse collections of fine antiques, jewellery and collectables in the world. Seconds from Bond Street and Oxford Street, Grays is a focus of the London antiques trade and is home to some of its finest dealers. It is open Monday to Friday 10am-6pm.
In December, Grays will be open on Saturdays (2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd)
Grays Antique Markets - 58 Davies Street, Mayfair, London W1Y 2LP
www.graysantiques.com
Then leave the hustle and bustle of London behind on Thursday 7th December and stop by Grays (from 5pm until 8pm), where you can enjoy a glass of champagne, browse the stands and find unique gifts in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. The choice is endless, with dealers specialising in everything from antique jewellery, handbags and silver to glass, ceramics and toys. There is something to suit everyone’s pockets and tastes, whether looking for a pair of playful blue and green floral earring for £15 from Lola Boggi or an early 20th Century gold pocket watch by J.W. Benson for £495 from Kikuchi Antiques.
With these exceptional late night shopping parties Christmas has come early for vintage and antique lovers at Alfies and Grays. The events are by invitation only, but invitations are free and can be received by calling 020 7629 7034.
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Notes to Editors
Alfies - Thursday 30th November, 5pm-9pm, nearest tube Marylebone
Grays - Thursday 7th December, 5pm-8pm, nearest tube Bond Street
Admission free by invitation, call 020 7629 7034 Boilerplates
Alfies is London's largest antique market and home to 75 leading dealers. It is a fabulous maze of treasures located on a historical street market in Church Street, Marylebone, minutes from the West End. The range and quantity of stock is breathtaking and includes 20th Century Design, furniture, paintings and prints, jewellery, ceramics, vintage clothing and much more. It is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 6pm.
Grays is home to one of the largest and most diverse collections of fine antiques, jewellery and collectables in the world. Seconds from Bond Street and Oxford Street, Grays is a focus of the London antiques trade and is home to some of its finest dealers. It is open Monday to Friday 10am-6pm.
In December, Grays will be open on Saturdays (2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd)
Grays Antique Markets - 58 Davies Street, Mayfair, London W1Y 2LP
www.graysantiques.com
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