Wednesday 17 September 2025.

Wednesday 17 September 2025. Two big crowd events on at the same time, but got along to both. MARIE ANTOINETTE STYLE at The V & A Museum. BLITZ -:THE CLUB THAT SHAPED THE 80's at The Design Museum. 6.45pm to 8.15pm....private view... The dramatic rise, fall, and stratospheric rise of Marie Antoinette is the subject of a new exhibition at the V&A Museum in London, on view through March 22, 2026. The first exhibition dedicated to the ill-fated queen in the U.K., the show boasts some 250 objects, including loans that have never before travelled outside Versailles. The exhibition display of the costumes is stunning The Guardian gave it five stars, and The Telegraph gave it four stars. At 7.15pm we had the welcome speech. A female DJ was playing tunes. Guests here included DITA VON TEESE , CELIA IMRIE, MARIELLA FROSTRUP, LORD ED VAIZEY, JACKIE ST CLAIR , ANAIS GALLAGHER, KRISTINA BLAHNIK and now doubt a few others. Complimentary Sarcey champers Chambord cocktails and canapes. then 8.30pm to 10pm....private view... The Design Museum in London is hosting an exhibition titled "Blitz: the club that shaped the 80s," which opens on September 20, 2025, and runs until March 29, 2026. The exhibition explores the legendary Blitz nightclub, a hub of creativity in the 1980s where iconic figures like Spandau Ballet and Boy George launched their careers. It will showcase the music, fashion, art, film, and graphic design that defined the era. Expect a "sensory extravaganza" of over 250 items: clothing and accessories, design sketches, instruments, flyers, magazines, furniture, artworks, photography, vinyls and rare film footage. From 20 September. In 1978, prior to The Blitz club , there was a cool club at 69 Dean Street , called Billy's which had Bowie nights on Tuesdays and a soul disco on the Saturday...I went a few times on Saturdays . This is the first ever major exhibition on the legendary and impactful Blitz club night. Despite its short lifespan — running for just 18 months from 1979-1980 in London's Covent Garden — it generated a creative scene that had an enormous global impact on popular culture in the decade that followed — from fashion and music, to film, art and design. The scene launched the careers of many stars, including chart-topping performers Spandau Ballet, Visage, Boy George, Sade, Ultravox and Marilyn as well as a long list of designers, artists, filmmakers and writers — from couture milliner Stephen Jones, Game of Thrones costume designer Michele Clapton, and filmmaker John Maybury to DJ and fashion writer Princess Julia and BBC broadcaster Robert Elms. Robert Elms is releasing his book to coincide with the event. 'Blitz: The Club That Created the Eighties'. www.designmuseum.org - Visit their website here for more info and to buy tickets. --------------- A great turnout as those here included GLEN MATLOCK, BOY GEORGE, RUSTY EGAN, SIR BOB GELDOF, GARY KEMP, MARTIN KEMP with wife SHIRLIE, STEVE NORMAN, JOHN KEEBLE , STEVE DAGGER , GUY PRATT , ROBERT ELMS , PETER YORK , ALAN EDWARDS, JACKIE ST CLAIR, , PANDEMONIA, DANIEL LISMORE, PHILIP SALLON, STEPHEN JONES, LORRAINE CHASE, KATHY VALENTINE, BRIAN CAPRON , JODIE HARSH, MARTIN 'YOUTH' GLOVER , ANDREW CZEZOWSKI , SUSAN CARRINGTON , KAREN O'CONNOR and no doubt a few others . DJS PAUL LINNEY and OSCAR EGAN was playing the tunes. Commentary Nyetimber English Sparkling Wines , beers and snacks. I got a few photos of myself with the likes of Glen Matlock , Rusty Egan, Boy George, Sir Bob Geldof and Martin Kemp. Have a peek at my Facebook page to see them. ------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------ Tuesday 16 September 2025...I went to two events tonight... 5.30pm to 8pm. WESTMINSTER VENUE COLLECTION SHOWCASE , Westminster Central Hall , London SW1. Around 150 guests here. WCH are showcasing their entire building along with 20 others who have small stands in the main room. The main room is all dressed up with a Christmas theme. WCH has 23 spaces that hold up to 2000 people. The big room i came here for union meetings in the 1980s. I also saw Kanye West playing here in 2007. BBC TV held several New Years Eve concerts here. I went to Queen with Adam Lambert in 2014 and Bryan Adams in 2015. Hotels and venues showcasing included ... The Conduit Merlin Entertainments The National Gallery The Tate Gallery Rubens Hotel Clownfish Events ( retro games etc) Emmanuel Centre The View at The Royal College of Surgeons There was a business card draw with a dozen prizes including a few overnight stays , but they are choosing the winners by email the next day. Complimentary prosecco , wines, beers, bowl food ,canapes and desserts. then 8.30pm to 11pm. MICHAEL CAINES AT THE STAFFORD - launch party - 16 - 18 St James's Place, St James's , London SW1. Tucked away in the heart of historic St James’s and prestigious Mayfair, The Stafford London is a true hidden gem, offering a quintessentially British experience with unparalleled luxury and charm. Perfectly positioned just moments from London’s most iconic landmarks, including Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly, and Green Park, and a short stroll from the vibrant West End, this elegant five-star hotel provides the ideal base for exploring the best of the city. Michael Caines at The Stafford, is his first London venture as a Culinary Strategist for the hotel. The new dining experience will feature his distinctive terroir cuisine, focusing on seasonal British produce and sustainable practices. The restaurant is a reimagining of the hotel's former The Game Bird restaurant and will showcase the chef's passion for high-quality ingredients and evolving menus inspired by the land and sea. Around 100 guests here in this stunning restaurant & bar area. MICHAEL CAINES MBE is here and very friendly to all. The staff are doing a great job of fussing over everyone. Complimentary Veuve Clicquot champers , two different cocktails , wines , canapes and desserts .

Posted 17th September 2025