Speaker events

Fashion forward

Famed for its vibrant collection of woven baskets, clutches and accessories, Rae Feather has become one of the UK’s most exciting fashion brands, named ‘one to watch’ by Walpole’s Brands of Tomorrow. Joining us for lunch, Rae shares the remarkable story behind the brand and gives you the chance to get hands-on by adding your own personal monograms and special messages to luxury leather items.

After lunch, there’ll also be a pop-up shop for picking up some lovely gifts – just in time for Christmas.

£50 per person, including a glass of champagne on arrival and three-course lunch with a glass of wine, coffee and chocolates.

All wrapped up

Learn the art of beautiful gift wrapping with a fun speaker event and interactive masterclass hosted by Jane Means, popularly known as the ‘Gift Wrap Guru’.

Over a three-course lunch, Jane will share tales from her 15-year career as a designer and TV personality, and discuss her favourite projects for clients including Dior, Fortnum & Mason and Selfridges. After lunch there’ll be a pop-up shop for buying wrapping essentials and Jane’s book, Giftwrapped, before you receive a goody bag to take home.

£50 per person, including a glass of champagne on arrival and three-course lunch with a glass of wine, coffee and chocolates.

Skincare with flower power

Inspired by a passion for natural ingredients and cruelty-free cosmetics, Chantecaille sets the standard in botanical beauty. Here to show us the products in action, we welcome the brand’s international makeup artist, Harvey Tsao, who will offer a bespoke colour-matching service and a masterclass in creating your own radiant ‘day to evening’ makeup look. You’ll also receive a goodie bag of products to enjoy at home.