NEW SUMMER OPENING Luxury boutique hotel The Shepherd Mayfair has unveiled a first look at its rooms and suites ahead of its highly anticipated opening in summer 2026. Located at the entrance to the historic Shepherd Market, the new property forms part of the Elegant Hotel Collection and will offer 82 individually designed guest rooms and suites spread across six floors in the heart of Mayfair. Designed by Timothy Shepherd of Shepherd&, the interiors blend townhouse-inspired elegance with contemporary luxury, pairing warm timber finishes, marble bathrooms and softly curved furnishings with subtle references to British craftsmanship and local history. Rooms feature adaptable design elements including desks that transform into dressing tables and console tables that double as chessboards, reflecting the hotel’s focus on practical yet refined travel experiences. Artwork throughout the hotel includes photography by Jack English and George McLeod, while storytelling details woven into the interiors pay tribute to notable figures and hidden histories connected to Shepherd Market and wartime London. Accommodation ranges from compact rooms for short stays to larger Shepherd and Mayfair Suites, many featuring views across Shepherd Market through original townhouse-style windows and seating areas. Prices are expected to start from £500 per night. With its combination of heritage-inspired design and intimate luxury, The Shepherd Mayfair aims to offer guests a more personal and characterful alternative within one of London’s most prestigious neighbourhoods. Visit theshepherdmayfair.com Felix Speller Luxury as standard London luxury chocolatier Giuliana Pimenta is bringing the vibrant tradition of Brazilian wedding chocolate tables to modern UK celebrations, offering couples an immersive alternative to dessert stations and favours. Inspired by the lavish confectionery displays often seen at Brazilian weddings, the chocolate installations are designed to function as both visual centrepieces and interactive guest experiences. Each display combines handcrafted brigadeiros, bonbons and pralines with styling tailored to complement the wedding aesthetic. Known for producing more than 30,000 handmade chocolates each week for weddings and large-scale events, Giuliana blends artistic presentation with layered flavour combinations, including raspberry caramel with yoghurt crunch, salted caramel centres and rich pralines encased in finely tempered chocolate shells. Crafted in small batches using ethically sourced ingredients, the chocolate collections can also be adapted into luxury wedding favours and curated gift boxes, with prices starting from £38. Visit giulianapimenta.co.uk MILLBRIDGE COURT’S LUXURY REFURBISHMENT Surrey’s Millbridge Court has officially reopened for bookings, offering couples a private country housestyle setting just an hour from London. Reimagined by creative studio Dearborn Studio, the 19th-century property has been transformed into an exclusiveuse destination for weddings and celebrations, blending heritage architecture with contemporary, design-forward interiors. Set in the village of Frensham, the venue accommodates up to 150 guests and features nine individually designed bedrooms, including seven en-suite rooms in the main house and two standout private suites set within the grounds. The property includes two expansive event halls with vaulted ceilings and garden views, as well as a hidden cocktail bar located within The Gallery. Additional spaces are designed for both celebration and preparation, including dressing rooms, salon-style facilities and private areas. Accommodation and interiors feature a mix of bespoke fabrics, vintage furnishings and curated design details, intended to make guests feel as though they are staying in a private country home. Dining is led by an in-house culinary team offering tailored menus ranging from relaxed sharing feasts and wood-fired pizzas to more formal fire-cooked dining experiences. With full private hire available for single-day or weekend takeovers, Millbridge Court is positioning itself as a flexible, design-focused destination for weddings, brand events and immersive celebrations in the Surrey countryside. Visit millbridgecourt.co.uk 10
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