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Feb 13

MUST-SEE: Yayoi Kusama Exhibition at the Tate Modern, London

FashionBite's Emily Seares at the Yayoi Kusama exhibition at the Tate Modern LondonAt the weekend, I headed to the opening of the new Yayoi Kusama exhibition at the Tate Modern in London…and it did not disappoint! Kusama is perhaps Japan’s best-known living artist – famous for her colourful polka dot patterns – and has worked obsessively producing art since the 1940′s.

The exhibition traces the origins of Kusama’s work in the 1950′s (post-World War II) in an impoverished Japan, her move to America and the struggle to adjust, her experiences in the US during the late ’60′s (when the country was in the throes of cultural and sexual liberation) and finally her work of the last thirty years (produced from a mental institution, where she voluntarily admitted herself and where she remains to this day). Read more

Feb 8

REVIEW: David Shrigley ‘Brain Activity’ Exhibition at the Hayward Gallery

David Shrigley exhibition at the Hayward Gallery, FashionBiteLast week, I attended the private preview of the new David Shrigley exhibition at the Hayward Gallery, London, with the lovely girls from ASOS. Read more

Jan 16

Selfridges launches library in flagship London store

Selfridges launches in store library, FashionBiteSelfridges has launched a library in its flagship London store, curated by four major publishers: Penguin, Thames & Hudson, Faber and Taschen. The idea behind it is to celebrate the “inspirational power of words and literature,” at a time when standards in reading, grammar and spelling are falling and also encourage people to switch off their phones/laptops and re-discover the power of reading! I think its such a fantastic idea and I can’t wait to pop down for a browse. Read more

Jan 10

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Valentine’s Day Love Notes – I could be persuaded…!

Valentine's Day Love Notes, Thomas Lyte, FashionBiteI have to say, I’m not a fan of Valentine’s Day – being forced to show someone you love them with over-priced chocolates and cards (along with the rest of the country). To be honest, it’s the same reason I’m not a big fan of New Year’s Eve…it just feels too forced.  Read more

Jan 8

Winter Sunshine – Le Touessrok inspired Miller Harris candle

Le Touesserok Miller Harris candle, FashionBiteIf, like me, you’re dreaming of a sunshine-filled winter holiday break – you can always bring a piece of Mauritius to your home with this beautiful Miller Harris Cardamon Sucre candle, available to buy in Miller Harris’ store on Bruton Street, Mayfair. Read more

Jan 6

FILM PREVIEW – FashionBite Review’s The Debt (due to be released on DVD Jan 23rd)

The Debt film review, FashionBite

GUEST REPORTER: Nathaniel Collins

When the film execs of Hollywood get their hands on a low budget but otherwise successful foreign film, the result can range from the fantastic (The Departed), to the confused (The Ring) to the outrageously blasphemous (too many to list but Arthur rings a recent and unfortunate bell).

The Debt, which tells the tale of three Mossad agents forced to revisit an uncomfortable past, is a remake of a 2007 Israeli film of the same title that for the most part delivers or at least doesn’t leave the purists angry. Read more

Dec 21

Christmas Shopping Not On The High Street – FashionBite’s Top Picks!

Camellia's Tea House, FashionBite

Camellia's Tea House, Carnaby Street

I’m sure many of you will be out shopping this week/weekend for Christmas presents and with all the offers out there, it’s worth leaving things until the last minute! If you’re looking for something a bit different though this year, FashionBite has picked out a few stores in London which are not on the high street and definitely worth a look… Read more

Dec 13

REVIEW: Matthew Bourne’s The Nutcracker at Sadler’s Wells, London

Matthew Bourne's The Nutcracker, Sadler's Wells, FashionBiteLast week, FashionBite attended Matthew Bourne’s production of ‘The Nutcracker’ at Sadler’s Wells theatre in London and it was an absolutely fantastic performance.   Read more

Nov 23

VIDEO & PICS OF THE NIGHT: FashionBite at the Tiffany Skate launch, Somerset House

FahionBite,_Tiffany_Skate_Somerset_houseFashionBite was lucky enough to attend the fabulous Tiffany Skate launch at Somerset House on Monday night; alongside the likes of Pippa Middleton, Dame Judi Dench, Julien MacDonald, Kelly Hoppen and a spattering of Harry Potter stars. The event was absolutely stunning and so festive, it really put me in the Christmas mood! Read more

Nov 16

CULTURE: Sir Terence Conran at the launch of new Design Museum exhibition ‘The Way We Live Now’

Design Museum exhibition, FashionBiteFashionBite attended the press preview of the Design Museum’s new exhibition ‘The Way We Live Now,’ which celebrates the work and achievements of Sir Terence Conran.

I was absolutely amazed at how much he actually changed the living/eating patterns and social behaviour of the post-war generation; through his various businesses including founding interiors consultancy Conran Design Group, high street furniture chain Habitat and opening restaurants such as Quaglino’s and Le Pont de la Tour.

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