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  • Spotted….

    Check out our stylish Brand Manager Sibylle who was spotted at Somerset House during London Fashion Week wearing Georgia Hardinge’s amazing Braque Dress which is brand new to our online shop. We love how Sibylle has given the dress a relaxed feel by teaming it with ankle boots and oversized bag. The rust colours in the dress work perfectly with her hair.

    Watch this space for our fashion week round up…

    xx

    22 Feb 2012 filed under Life & Style and tagged with , , ,

  • Who needs Valentine’s Day…

    … to send beautiful cards?

    With Valentine’s Day just gone, we all know how hard picking out the perfect card for an occassion can be!
    Luckily our Notting Hill boutique has some lovely OHH DEER cards that are so awesome that you don’t need it to be Valentine’s Day to give them.

    Got a secret love that you want to do something about? Nothing says ‘Hi, I kind of like you.’ quite like a winking bear!

    Or if you prefer the school boy method of teasing (we still want to think that he only used to pinch us because he secretly really liked us), then go fo the cheeky ‘I don’t like your face.’ card!

    Of course these cards can be used for any occasion – you could do what our brand manager did and get the Happy Panda card just to make someone (or yourself) smile!

    xx Wolf & Badger

    15 Feb 2012 filed under Notting Hill Boutique and tagged with , , , ,

  • Music Monday: Whitney

    After the tragic news of Whitney Houston’s death this Saturday it would seem wrong to devote this Music Monday to anyone else. We’ve decided to forget the shaky vocals and loss of words in her more recent performances and remember her at her best!

    Here is one of our favourites….

    Enjoy! Xx

    13 Feb 2012 filed under Music and tagged with , ,

  • Weekend Plans: xoxo

    # 1 – Listen

    What: The Black Keys
    Where: Alexandra Palace
    When: 09 February – 11 February 2012
    Why: Following the release of their hugely popular album ‘El Camino’, Ohio born duo The Black Keys are playing three shows in London this weekend at Alexandra Palace. Their distinctive mix of rock, soul and blues with a hint of hip hop thrown in is the perfect music to help you wind down from a long week at work, while also putting you in the mood for the weekend ahead!

    We still love ‘Tighten Up’ from their 2010 album ‘Brothers’

    # 2 – Look

    What: Yayoi Kusama
    Where: Tate Modern
    When: 9 February – 5 June 2012
    Why: As famous for her spots as Damian Hirst (although years ahead) is influential and avant garde Japanese artist Yoyoi Kusama. This exhibition at the Tate Modern covers a whole range of her work from the 1950’s up until present day. Famous for reinventing her style over the years, her work covers a range of media from paintings and sculptures, all the way through to huge walk in installations – of which there will be one in the turbine hall. Her work is colourful and unique (as is her fashion sense!), and this exhibition is the largest that has been in the UK, making it a real must see!

    # 3 – Love

    What: Amanda Li Hope ‘Be My Valentine’ Trunk Show
    Where: Wolf & Badger Boutique
    When: Saturday 12 – 5pm
    Why: On Saturday afternoon, why not come in out of the cold into our Notting Hill boutique, where one of our fantastic designers, Amanda Li Hope, will be hosting her Valentines themed trunk show. Amanda will be displaying her signature xx collection as well as some never seen before pieces! She will also be offering champagne, chocolates and an exclusive prize draw! Amanda, who trained as an architect before becoming a jewellery designer, finds a lot of her inspiration from the built environment around her. As a result her simple jewellery, which she makes for both women and men, has a sleek, geometric aesthetic and would make the perfect valentines gift for him or for her!

    Have a great weekend! … Inspired by Amanda Li Hope let us finish this post with XOXO

    10 Feb 2012 filed under Weekend Plans and tagged with , , , , , ,

  • Terrible Twos Party

    February did not only bring a wave of fantastic new designers to our boutique in Notting Hill, it also brought along Wolf & Badger’s second anniversary!

    What better way to celebrate our Terrible Twos and welcome the new designers than throwing a party with loads of sweets! We certainly were excited by flying saucers, sour cola bottles, powder shrimps and more, but at the end of the day it was the amazing new talent that ensured a full boutique despite low temperatures.

    We are happy to welcome …

    1 Silence Beyond Syllables / 2 Mutewatch / 3 Una Burke / 4 RockOptika / 5 Flik Hall / 6 Susana Bettencourt / 7 SMITH/GREY / 8 Makiko Nakamura / 9 Open Your Eyes / 10 Gemma Land / 11 Ashtiani / 12 Alice Made This / 13 Tina Zafari / 14 M-A-R-K-I-N / 15 Gallery 4 / 16 Peridot London / 17 Amy Hall

    A big THANK YOU to all the designers, press, bloggers, customers and Wolf & Badger fans that wrapped up and braved the cold to join the party, drinking Rum cocktails served by the ever so amazing The Lonsdale team while listening to DJ Erol Sabadosh’s fine selection! It was great to catch up with everyone and meeting most of the people behind those fantastic new brands!

    Check all pictures from the party here on Facebook!

    If you missed the party don’t fret, our Notting Hill boutique team will be happy to show you what’s new! If you’d like to have a second chance to meet the designers, don’t miss the new trunk shows coming up on Saturdays during spring.

    We will announce all trunk shows on our Facebook and here on the blog!

    So long xx

    05 Feb 2012 filed under Designers, News & Events, Notting Hill Boutique and tagged with , , , ,

  • Music Monday: Lana Del Rey

    Like millions of others, ever since we heard Video Games for the first time, we have been big Lana Del Rey fans here in the Wolf & Badger office. And, like lot’s of others we have been awaiting the release of her album, well….it’s finally here!

    Born to Die is the debut album from the singer and comes amid a media backlash about her make over from Lizzie Grant to Lana Del Rey, including her alleged plastic surgery and also her privileged upbringing which has given her a supposed helping hand in the music industry. The album perhaps doesn’t live up to the two singles that she has released, but we hope that she can prove her critics wrong with her haunting melodies and captivating voice.

    Here is one of our favourites, Born to Die.

    Enjoy. Xx

    30 Jan 2012 filed under Music and tagged with , ,

  • Weekend Plans: Dancing!

    # 1 – DANCE IN BRAZIL

    What: Friday Late: Hot Brazil
    Where: The V & A
    When: Friday 27th January
    Why: Ahead of the years carnival celebrations, this weeks Friday Late at the V & A is transporting visitors to the heat and vivid colours of Brazil for an evening of music, art, films and talks. Celebrating the best of Brazilian design and culture there will be a top Brazillian DJ, a talk on carnival architecture and our personal favourite, a Samba flash mob and dance off, giving you the chance to show off your best Friday night moves. Entrance is first come first serve, so get there early!

    # 2 – DANCE WITH DEATH

    What: The Festival for the Living
    Where: Southbank Centre
    When: Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th
    Why: This unusual festival on the Southbank celebrates the one thing that we all have in common – we are all going to die! While this doesn’t sound like the most fun way to spend your weekend, the event aims to alter perceptions of mortality and look at it in different ways and through a variety of mediums. This includes philosophical debates, workshops and interactive exhibitions. Events that are taking place over the weekend include a debate led by Jon Snow on Assisted Suicide, Paul Gambaccini playing the nation’s favorite funeral songs and an exhibition of the most weird and wonderful bespoke coffins from around the world. Definitely worth checking out for something a little bit different this weekend.

    # 3 – JUST DANCE

    What: R&S Warehouse Party featuring James Blake
    Where: Secret Location!
    When: Saturday 28th January
    Why: Belgian record label R&S Records is fast becoming famous for its sell out parties including one at The Warehouse Project in Manchester last year. This Saturday see’s them hosting another event; this time at a secret east London warehouse featuring ambient dubstepper, and Wolf & Badger favourite James Blake. As he is only doing a few dates this year, and none in England, now is the perfect time to catch him in action! Also playing is up and coming producer Space Dimension Controller who is tipped for big things in 2012.

    Have a great weekend! Xx

    27 Jan 2012 filed under Weekend Plans and tagged with , , , , , ,

  • Weekend Plans: Look, Learn and Laugh!

    # 1 – LEARN

    What: Stephen Hawking – A 70th Birthday Celebration
    Where: The Science Museum
    When: Friday 20th January until April
    Why: For something a little different this weekend, pop down to the Science Museum, where they are celebrating the 70th birthday of Professor Stephen Hawking with an exhibition about his life and achievements – of which there are many! The display features objects and papers sourced from his own archives including handwritten notes, a drawing of the Hawking Radiation mechanism, the annotated script for a 1999 guest appearance on The Simpsons, and the blue suit he wore for a zero-gravity flight in 2007. The display also includes a specially recorded message and a selection of personal photographs from Hawking’s life and career that haven’t been seen before.

    # 2 – LAUGH

    What:Wise Cracks: The Comedies of Woody Allen
    Where: The BFI
    When: Friday 20th Jan until 31st Jan
    Why: With a career that spans more than 40 films there is plenty to choose from for the BFI’s season of Woody Allen films. The season which runs through January, celebrates his classic comedies including Annie and Midnight in Paris. One of the most prolific filmmakers of our time, Woody Allen’s offbeat comedies find humour in even the most chaotic and absurd situations. Whether you are a die hard Wood Allen fan or not, there will be something for everyone to enjoy!

    # 3 – LOOK

    What: L’immediat
    Where: Barbican
    When: 20 – 21st January
    Why: You might not have known, but every January London hosts the International Mime Festival, a two week feast of visual entertainment from artists from around the world. The contemporary festival has everything from cutting edge circus and magic to dance pieces and puppetry. Our pick this weekend is L’immediat at the Barbican, which is sixty minutes of beautifully orchestrated circus theatre with seven acrobats and dancers in a breathtaking physical performance!

    Have a lovely weekend! Xx

    20 Jan 2012 filed under Weekend Plans and tagged with , , , , ,

  • Today we love….Bus Top Art

    What better way to brighten up your morning commute than with some inspiring messages or exciting art work on the top of the bus shelters on your way to work!

    Well, that is exactly what is happening as part of the Cultural Olympiad art project. There are currently 30 digital screens across London focussing particularly on routes that will service the Olympics. The screens feature specially commissioned work by a range of contemporary artists. One these artists is Mark Titchner, who has created an evolving series of motivational messages to inspire you on even the most uninspiring of journeys!

    Even more exciting, the company behind the project are opening it up to public submissions in late January. To find out more about this or to see where the screens are, visit the website www.bus-tops.com.

    Check it out!

    18 Jan 2012 filed under Life & Style, News & Events and tagged with , ,

  • Weekend Plans: A Feast for the Eyes

    # 1 –  SEE

    What: ‘Making It Up As We Go Along’ 20 Years of Dazed & Confused Magazine
    Where: Terrace Rooms – Somerset House
    When: Until 29th January, 10am – 6pm
    Why: This exhibition celebrates 20 years of iconic style and culture magazine Dazed & Confused. Launched in 1991 by Jefferson Hack and photographer Rankin, it quickly established itself as a go to reference for cutting edge fashion, music and art. The exhibition has been curated by Jefferson Hack and Emma Reeves and features the magazines most famous covers, stories and photoshoots from the likes of Nick Knight, Jake & Dinos Chapman, Katie Grand and Alexander McQueen.

    # 2 – SEE

    What: London Short Film Festival
    Where: Roxy Bar & Screen
    When: Sunday 15th January from 2pm
    Why: What better way to spend a cold winter’s afternoon than in a cosy cinema watching films! The London Short Film Festival specialises in UK short film making and takes over London’s best independent cinemas for the first two weeks of January. The selection of short films at the Roxy focusses on documentaries and will take you from the tough prisons of Scotland to voodoo experiences in Haiti. Through the six short films you will meet a whole range of characters from a veteran low budget filmmaker in Pennsylvania to a rock star-turned-cabbie in Glasgow, and an ex-pat Englishman on the snowbound streets of New York’s Lower East Side.

    # 3 – SEE

    What:Damien Hirst: The Complete Spot Paintings 1986-2011
    Where: Gagosian Gallery
    When: From 12th January to 18th February
    Why: If you haven’t had enough culture in your weekend then head down to the Gagosian Gallery, which is currently exhibiting a huge collection of Damien Hirst’s iconic spot paintings. Celebrating 25 years of the spot painting the exhibition includes more than 300 paintings, from the first spot on board that Hirst created in 1986 to a large scale work of four spots that measure 60 inches in diameter all the way to his most recent spot painting from 2011. Whether you love him or hate him, Hirst’s work always sparks a bit of conversation and debate!

    Have a lovely weekend! Xx

    13 Jan 2012 filed under Weekend Plans and tagged with , , , , , , , ,

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