WHAT TO WEAR br br When in London this season I was loving multiple fall colors and uses of velvet in both apparel like this Saint Laurent bodysuit here and accessories like this Gucci belt bag here and Saint Laurent backpack here… I have pinned a lot of inspiration on my Pinterest boards here! br Tailored outerwear like trench coats, men’s-style( )coats and oversized puffas… Think Burberry meets chic Inspector Gadget – loving the modern take on this Miu Miu trench coat here br Boots and booties – always a fall staple, especially in chic cities like London – being 5’10 I tend to wear 4 inches or lower and this season the kitten heel seen here is amazing for running around all day and night br Sweaters are fashionable all year round in London however when there recently I was blessed with warm weather but you can never be too prepared plus it can complete a preppy look perfectly br Jumpsuits or flightsuits – I absolutely love both of these fashion trends, plus like dresses they are great to pack when traveling as require minimal effort, check out this one for evening from Forward here br WHAT TO DO br br Visit any of the many historic attractions from the tower of London and Big Ben to Buckingham Palace and Westimister Abbey of course – you can spend days enjoying how much this city has to offer br Albert Bridge, particularly at night is one of my favorite bridges to walk and take photos br Take a river boat down the Thames or stroll along the riverside restaurants and parks br Go shopping! So much to choose from like high street store Top Shop on Oxford St and department stores like Harrods to Browns and Dover St Market br For the boys – buy a suit on Saville Row, think Kingsman! Only my favorite movie right now : ) br WHAT GASTRO PUB WHERE br br When in London, I always love to stroll around Chelsea, and stop in at The Phene for a whisky and a snack at the end of the day br The Ladbroke Arms has fantastic modern food for lunch or an early dinner after exploring Notting Hill br The Harwood Arms is super laid back and very British but still quite upscale in terms of food and dining experience br The Red Lion & Sun has a great garden so is lovely for a weekend pub lunch with friends and family br I absolutely love The Footman in Mayfair for drinks and a more elegant gastro pub dining experience br The Angelsea Arms in South Kensington is great for after work drinks and fun catch ups! br WHERE TO HANG br br When in London you have to go to Sketch – I have been going here for years and it is a must do for dinner or late night cocktails br Brasserie Zedel is great for pre or post the theatre or a day of shopping and sightseeing br High tea at Café Royal – the décor is stunning, great service and lovely food as well br Take some time out to relax in Hyde Park with a picnic and your camera br Stroll down Portobello Road, if you like a bustling market