Designer Profile; Dion Lee

Sexy, sharp and uber cool. Three things that are top of the list when describing the phenomenal collections by Australian designer Dion Lee. At only 27 years of age, his creations show an understanding and gift for tailoring that many twice his age are still seeking. Structure is a big part of his design, but so is fluidity and both exist in perfect balance throughout Lee's collections. There is also an air of minimalism to his clothes, akin to that seen in Philip Lim or Alexander Wang's collections. 

When asked what inspired him, Lee's answer was music to the sartorially savvy's ears... "I really enjoy the design process on how things are made, and the more technical aspect of how you pull a collection together. I’ve got a really strong interest in pattern making and how the garments are constructed, and that really motivates me." All I can say is whatever you're doing it's working!

Dion Lee SS13 Collection

Adored by many, most notably on the red carpet by Karlie Kloss and Rooney Mara, whilst in the retail world his collections have been picked up by Net-a-Porter and Shopbop, this really is someone to keep your eye firmly fixated upon.

Karlie Kloss in custom Dion Lee with the Designer.

Rooney Mara in Dion Lee. Source: Grazia Daily.

What do you think about Dion Lee? Are you as enamoured with his work as me?!

My Weekend at Henley

This weekend I was lucky enough to have an invitation to experience the Henley Champagne and Cocktail Club at the Royal Regatta. Myself, Mr PP, his brothers and few others in our group travelled down on Friday night to spend the weekend and I was not disappointed! World class racing, beautiful sunshine and delicious cocktails provided by Chase Distillery made this a weekend I will not forget in a hurry!

But instead of me waffling on about it, why not enjoy some pictures instead!

Watching Imperial vs. Isis from the towpath

Lady Lucinda, I just love the waistcoat and boater!

Watching the racing from the Henley Champagne and Cocktail Club

Further down the towpath, HdV bus bar.

A watering can of Chase cocktail!

 This was my favourite part of the weekend, wearing a vintage Chanel bow that was given to me by Mr PP's mum- très chic, non?

My Guide to Henley Royal Regatta

Today sees the start of what is one of the great British institutions; Henley. Five days of racing in this beautiful town sees thousands of spectators watching over 200 races, sipping on Champagne and enjoying the ambience. Here’s my guide on where to go to enjoy the event in style...

The Henley Champagne and CocktailClub; this year the delicious cocktails on offer have been concocted by award-winning bar tender Dominic Jacobs, using the finest single-estate spirits from our CFW sponsor Chase Distillery. From Marmalade and Rhubarb Vodka, to Seville Orange Gin, the flavours on offer from Chase are quintessentially British and oh so delicious. Don’t worry if cocktails aren’t your thing, grab a glass of bubbles from Perrier Jouet or G.H Mumm.

While enjoying your drinks, this is the perfect place to take in the racing, mingle with other racegoers and party to DJ sets from some of London’s Top night clubs. And If all that works up an appetite, Soho-based Pizza Pilgrims will be offering some tasty treats to keep your hunger at bay. With all this, and a few surprises in store, this is going to be the destination to enjoy Henley this year. Buy tickets here.

The Steward’s Enclosure; open only to members and their guests, and there's on a select few of those, if you receive an invite to the Steward’s Enclosure, I recommend you say yes! This is the most exclusive enclosure and the dress code reflects this, think top hats and tails for the gents and a fabulous headpiece for the ladies.

The Regatta Enclosure; a little less formal than the Steward’s Enclosure and open to all with a ticket (buy here), and promises to have a lively atmosphere and a family feel.

Fancy making a little more of your visit? Rhubarb Henley; once again taking over the River lounge, the views are incredible and canapé and champagne breakfast on offer makes this an experience to remember. This is great as a birthday getaway, hen do or just something to feel a bit fancy!

And if rowing isn’t your thing, Mahiki is teaming up with Lexus for a riverside experience where the atmosphere is the focus. With a big screen showing all the Wimbledon matches, and a menu of cool cocktails, this is the ideal haunt for those attending for more of a social event rather than race appreciation.

I'll be sipping on some Chase cocktails in the HCCC on Saturday and Sunday, come and say hi if you're there!

What I'd Wear to Wimbledon

So Wimbledon fever has once again taken hold of the nation, I for one am glued to it on TV. Unfortunately I don't have tickets to the real thing this year, but that doesn't stop me fantasising about my ideal Wimbledon outfit. As it's summer (even though this cloud cover is trying to fool us), I have opted for a pretty tweed tea dress in pastel colours, because let's face it...a quintessential British event needs quintessential British styling!

1. Moschino Cheap and Chic Embellished Printed Dress, available at Harvey Nichols, £230 from £580.

2. Accessorize White Straw Trilby, £12.

3. Mulberry Medium Lily in Oatmeal Micrograin Calf, £895.

4. Sophie Gittins Viola Pearlised Strappy Sandals, available at YoungBritishDesigners.com, £260 from £360.

I'd love to hear what you think of my ideal Wimbledon outfit! What will you be wearing to enjoy the tennis?