When it comes to beauty and wellness offerings, London has an abundance of both; whether you’re after a world-leading acupuncturist, a discreet A-list surgeon, a Belgravia-based shaman, a genius nail tech or a miracle-working osteo, it’s all just a bike, bus or Tube ride away.
This month, it’s the capital’s department stores having something of a main-character moment. First up: the opening of Violet Grey at Harvey Nichols, as the cult Los Angeles beauty destination arrives in Knightsbridge. For devotees, this is big news. Founder Cassandra Grey has always kept her business intentionally bijou: for years there was only the Melrose Place flagship in Los Angeles, followed by a teeny New York outpost, making this London landing feel all the more momentous.
