In exactly four weeks I will be jetting off to Northern Europe with my parents! We'll be spending a few days in London, acquainting ourselves with Copenhagen and finally boarding a ship for a cruise of the Baltic. In all honesty though, most of my excitement is reserved for London: hoping to find some gems at flea markets, shop the London high street, experience traditional afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason, take in a show at West End, and of course keep my eyes peeled for fashion inspiration to bring home!
I would love recommendations of places to visit if you've been!
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Mae Lu @ thereafterish.
by thereafterish on April 18, 2011 at 9:40 PM. #
I went to London 2 years ago and loved it! It's so easy to get around there with the tube! Make sure to check out Piccadilly Circus :) They have a great night life.
Jacquelyn
www.styleworthwhile.blogspot.com
by Jacquelyn S. on April 18, 2011 at 10:09 PM. #
Take lots of pictures! I've always wanted to go to England. And be sure to tell us what you loved/didn't love so much!
by Yuni on April 18, 2011 at 10:34 PM. #
I'm going to London in July! For shopping, I'm most looking forward to Primark (super cheap!) and Top Shop, so I recommend you check those out. And of course, all the free museums like the V&A.
xo, alison*elle
by alison*elle on April 18, 2011 at 10:54 PM. #
jen i'm so excited for london too. although i'll be there in late july. u can give me some tips when u come back as to what's good to do there. cant wait to see pics of u there.
xoxo
mina
by Faboulista on April 18, 2011 at 11:34 PM. #
Yay! You must be so excited!
by Cicy on April 19, 2011 at 12:31 AM. #
oh! i miss london sooooooo much!
xoxo from rome
K.
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by KcomeKarolina on April 19, 2011 at 1:12 AM. #
oooo how exciting! You lucky duck : )
x
Michelle
www.michellesstylefile.blogspot.com
by Michelle's Style File on April 19, 2011 at 5:10 AM. #
I will be heading to London in a few months for a wedding and i couldn't be more excited! I hope you have fun and most of all- hit up all the great stores we dont have over here in the US :)
xo Lynzy
http://sparklingfootsteps.blogspot.com
by Lynzy on April 19, 2011 at 5:29 AM. #
Sounds really exciting! My husband and I went to London (and Paris) for our honeymoon back in September and had a wonderful time. If you're into museums, be sure to check out the Victoria and Albert. When I was there, they had a Grace Kelly exhibit (but we were not able to get in - it was only there for a few months and they charged (the rest of the museum is FREE)). There'll be some cool ones while you're there, including one about Beatrix Potter as well as one called The Cult of Beauty (about the Aesthetic Movement in the late 19th century)
Hope you have a great time!
Cynthia
http://www.delectablychic.com
by CynthiaC on April 19, 2011 at 6:49 AM. #
Argh, so jealous of your trip!:D I'm expecting tons of gorgeous pictures, 'aight? And hauls! and street style photos!:D But most importantly, I hope you'll enjoy your time there with your parents :) Btw, does that mean you're going to be there during the Royal Wedding festivity as well???? :D
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by Kristy on April 19, 2011 at 7:01 AM. #
Aww, never been to London (I still want to go) but I'm eager to hear about your trip and especially what fashionable finds you got! So jealous and have a safe trip. =0D
by Banhannas on April 19, 2011 at 7:19 AM. #
London totally ROCKS! I've been in about every big European city in the last year but London really stole my heart. I am hoping to return in September :) I personally reccomand to visit the Kew Gardens (if yoiu are into nature and parks that is) and Greenwich, where you can have a beautiful vieuw, find a (flea)market and eat delicious pie ^^ and ofcourse you must visit Hamleys toy shop! x
by Nikki on April 19, 2011 at 8:01 AM. #
You'll enjoy London, it's a great place full of different people & masses of great shops!! The markets are fab for shopping if you want something unique!! Hope you enjoy!! Have a great week (found you randomoly - Hello) xx
by TimbarikaDoll on April 19, 2011 at 10:05 AM. #
well that's a dream vacay if i ever heard of one! happy pre-journey preps to you lades. it's been years since i've been to London so i don't have any recs but i'm sure you'll discover so much goodness along the way and omg, soooo much spectacular fashion too. cheers to that!
it's been a pleasure getting caught up today, i've missed quite a bit since my last visit. boo me! i have to send along a huge congrats on completing the five years at school!!! what a blow out you'll have for grad, i'm sure it'll be EPIC. the dress you chose for the pre-grad event was stunning, it's color and fabric folds are incredible. you have wonderful taste.
i love how your boyf gets so involved with your blogs aesthetic and actually does research for photoshoot ideas. um, this needs to get implemented in our household asap. he captures your essence and clothing details with astounding results. happy week wishes. ♥
pea ess: Jen, i also wanted to say thanks for visiting me and your comment on the post i did about Glenn. it touched me deeply.
by Lynn {hearted girl} on April 19, 2011 at 10:55 AM. #
If you're into arts and culture, definitely check out the museums (bonus: they're free!). The British Museum is huge and great if you're interested in natural history, history in general, or Egyptology. The Victoria & Albert is focused on decorative arts and fashion; they have a huge Yohji Yamamoto retrospective exhibit on atm, I think. The National Gallery is good if you're into more traditional art, while Tate Modern has some very interesting contemporary stuff. If you're going to see a musical or show, go to Leicester Square the morning of the show you want to see and buy discount tickets!
For shopping, I really liked Oxford Street, Selfridges (that's where I bought my Chanel 2.55), Harrods, and Covent Garden.
Have an amazing time Jen! Can't wait to hear about your trip when you come back.
by lisa on April 19, 2011 at 12:54 PM. #
How fun, Jen! I've always wanted to visit London. I'm sure you'll have an amazing time. My friend Kendra is currently studying abroad there and occasionally posts about some of her adventures. I'm sure she'd have a lot of recommendations on where to go. (:
by Casee Marie on April 19, 2011 at 3:00 PM. #
I love the person's nail in the first photo! Have a safe flight and have fun in London! Can't wait to see your outfits and photos. : ) Aww you're gonna be away from the bf! booo!
by The Little Dust Princess on April 19, 2011 at 4:02 PM. #
Color me jealous! My bestie is off to Paris in a couple weeks. I can't wait until it's my turn!
by Kristin on April 20, 2011 at 6:23 PM. #