Kristine Hughes's Blog, page 49

KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON

by Kristine Hughes Patrone The day after the recent attacks on Westminster Bridge in London, I was contacted by a journalist from the Travel Market Report for my views on how the events would impact travel to the UK. In short, my considered opinion as a UK Tour Operator was “not at all.” Random acts … Continue reading "KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON"

A TOUR GUIDE IN ENGLAND: GATES AND DOORS – PART 3

Above and following, Brighton Above and following London Apsley House, below

A DAY OUT WITH BETH ELLIOTT

by Kristine Hughes Patrone As those of you who follow my Facebook page may know, my phone was stolen out of my hand whilst standing on Wigmore Street by two helmeted guys on a moped. Therefore, my long anticipated day out in London with Beth Elliott began at the Carphone Warehouse in the Strand, where … Continue reading "A DAY OUT WITH BETH ELLIOTT"

HIS LORDSHIP DID IT IN THE LIBRARY – And Here’s Why…

Bibliomania or Book Madness and the Gentlemen of Regency England By Louisa Cornell I will confess to a certain amount of obsessive behavior when it comes to books. Especially books written about or during the Regency era. My antique books are located in a bookcase next to a window. In case of fire, those precious … Continue reading "HIS LORDSHIP DID IT IN THE LIBRARY – And Here’s Why…"

HELLO, HANDSOME – COURTESY OF SIR THOMAS LAWRENCE

by Kristine Hughes PatroneRecently, I was Googling portraits of the Duke of Wellington by Sir Thomas Lawrence (as one does) and the search returned images that were decidedly not Wellington. And I must say, some of the sitters were exceedingly handsome, and some of them were portraits I hadn’t seen before. So I Googled some … Continue reading "HELLO, HANDSOME – COURTESY OF SIR THOMAS LAWRENCE"

A TOUR GUIDE IN ENGLAND – WHAT I SAW IN BRIGHTON

Brighton Pier The Royal Pavilion Theatre Royal The Lanes Marlborough House, Old Steine Above, Mrs. Fitzherbert’s House, Olde Steine Lady Conyngham’s House The Regency Assembly Rooms, Old Ship Hotel, Brighton seafront The old Cellars beneath The Old Ship Hotel The dining room in the cellars at the Old Ship Hotel, reputed to have once been … Continue reading "A TOUR GUIDE IN ENGLAND – WHAT I SAW IN BRIGHTON"

BALENCIAGA: SHAPING FASHION

‘Haute Couture is like an orchestra whose conductor is Balenciaga. We other couturiers are the musicians and we follow the direction he gives.’  Christian Dior This May, the V&A will open the first ever UK exhibition exploring the work of Cristóbal Balenciaga and his continuing influence on modern fashion. It will be the first of … Continue reading "BALENCIAGA: SHAPING FASHION"

NUMBER ONE LONDON – THE REGENCY TOUR

Regency England, a time like no other. The madness of King George led to his son, the Prince Regent, assuming the throne and ushering in a period of artistic achievement, social upheaval, architectural genius and reckless excess such as the world has rarely seen. On this tour, we will enjoy talks by expert lecturers, walk … Continue reading "NUMBER ONE LONDON – THE REGENCY TOUR"

PINTEREST BOARDS WE LOVE

Regency Era – David Wilkin 1700s Mens Accessories – Charlsey Fawkes Debo Mitford – Lynn Leyda Domestics, 18th and Early 19th Century – Kitty Calash Inspiration for Steampunk Fashion – Amber Middaugh  Look Behind You – Texensis 1810 – 1819 Women – Agnes Gawne

EOS – PRINCE ALBERT'S BELOVED GREYHOUND

 Originally posted here on July 22, 2010 What with everyone watching the PBS miniseries Victoria every Sunday night, I thought it would be a good idea to re-post this piece on Eos, Prince Albert’s favorite canine companion. Several years ago, Victoria and I were fortunate enough to see an exhibition titled, Victoria and Albert: Art … Continue reading "EOS – PRINCE ALBERT'S BELOVED GREYHOUND"