Victoria Leeds is celebrating the coronation of King Charles III with a special one-off event.
Their Best of British Showcase invites shoppers to browse a carefully curated collection of premium gifts and party pieces, allowing them to shop in a suitably royal fashion.
It will take place on Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30 outside John Lewis in Victoria Gate. It will include stalls from some of Britain’s finest stores and manufacturers.
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Harvey Nichols will be at the centre of proceedings, hosting a VIP Champagne bar where guests can indulge in a selection of Royal Warrant holding Champagnes and browse celebratory food hampers.
There will be entertainment from a roaming band, Back Chat Brass, who will provide an upbeat and joyous live soundtrack to the weekend. Victoria Leeds will
be decorated with themed bunting. Many of the brands taking part in the festivities are members of the Royal Warrant Holders Association, an honour which is granted for up to five years at a time to companies for the ongoing supply of goods to the Royal Household.
Victoria Leeds senior general manager Jo Coburn said: “The coronation of King Charles is such an important and historic occasion, we wanted to do something unique to allow shoppers to celebrate with us. The Best of British Showcase sees some of our most iconic stores and royal-approved brands come together to create an unforgettable shopping experience.
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“As well as being able to purchase luxury items from brands ranging from Molton Brown and Moda in Pelle to Loake and Whitewall Galleries, our visitors will be able to receive bespoke fragrance profiling from Penhaligon’s and witness expert mirror shoe shining from Cheaney. The Harvey Nichols Champagne bar offers the perfect place to unwind with a glass of Royal Warrant Champagne after a spot of retail therapy. We can’t wait to welcome our first customers on Saturday, April 29 for what is certain to be a fantastic weekend.”
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