Urban Junkies London | Weekend Guide September 11

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We cried when we heard about Gatwick Fashion Week. Then we died a little inside when the High Street joined in. And now Ms. Wintour herself is giving us tonight’s Fashion’s Night Out free-for-all. Is nothing sacred? How will Editors feel superior if we’re democratising CLOTHES, for crying out loud? We’ll need the rest of the weekend to check out naked art, eat ice-cream and ogle ladyboys. Not necessarily all together, because that’s kind of pervy. We’re not animals.


• FRI The Icecreamists • SAT Longplayer • SUN Lady Boy Pageant 2009

SHOP
Eley Kishimoto Pop Up

Everyone’s favourite husband and wife team are taking over a space in Soho, selling their Eley Kishimoto line of playfully cool clothing and accessories. The opening party is tonight, where Mark will be shooting a special project for Sideburn, alongside models, pop stars, free drinks and we’re hoping, pieces from the fabulously kitsch Jet Set Masala A/W collection.
6pm — 9pm. 8 Kingly Street, Soho W1B 5PQ

OFFER
15% off at Hoxton Grill

In the style of classic American grills, the Hoxton Grill is a neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Hoxton, East London, with comfortable banquette seating, bar, lounge and outdoor space. Owned by the rather fabulous Soho House group, they¹ve have recently gained a 2am license - meaning there's even more reason to make the most of your 15% Urban Junkies discount. Just mention yours truly and watch the bill slide.

FRIDAY

Ryan McGinley: Moonmilk
The first UK solo show of acclaimed American artist Ryan McGinley features 24 new colour photographs shot in caves across North America. The title of the show “Moonmilk” alludes to the crystalline deposits found on the walls of these spectacular underground caves; it was once believed that this substance was formed by light from celestial bodies passing through rock into darkened worlds below. That might explain the amount of naked bodies cavorting around down there then.

Time:		10am-6pm
Place:		Alison Jacques Gallery, 16-18 Berners Street, W1T 3LN
Cost:		Free
Info:		Ryan McGinley: Moonmilk

The Icecreamists
'Agents of Cool' The Icecreamists are bringing their war cry (God Save The Cream, of course) to Selfridges, with their own brand of rather unusual boutique ice creams, frozen yogurts, cryogenic cocktails and icequakes. Flavours include Obamarama, Never Mind The Hazlenuts, Espresso Yourself and Taking the Pistacchio - which all sound about as exciting as the Viagra-esque 'Sex Pistol' - served with a shot of highly intoxicating La Fee Absinthe. Subterranean, Subversive - Sub-Zero.

Time:		9:30am — 9pm
Place:		Selfridges, 400 Oxford Street, W1A 1AB
Cost:		Free
Info:		The Icecreamists

LISTEN
Mr & Mrs Smith — In Bed With… Volume One

It's not everyday you get asked to get into bed with Lauren Laverne, or Urban Junkies’ very own Editor in Chief. But that’s what The Smiths have done, asking their favourite bon viveurs to reveal their bedtime musical secrets. The result is a surprising romp through a genre-hopping array of the classic and the contemporary, where Marc Almond, The dø, Neon Neon, Terry Callier and Television all turn out to be unpredictable but perfect bedfellows.
£15

COMPETITION
Win tickets to attend the ‘Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden’ final show.

From hook–a–trendy duck, Hunter welly–wanging to Tug–o–War and an Anna Wintour Fan Booth, Covent Garden’s Fashion Fête gives fair activities a fashion twist. To celebrate, Urban Junkies has a pair of money–cant–buy tickets to the prestigious ‘Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden’ final show on Monday 21st September to give away. Click here to enter.

SATURDAY

SS Atlantica’s Maiden Voyage Party
Put aside the disaster of the Titanic, just for a moment. Because before the whole iceberg fiasco, there was the arms-outstretched joy of the ride, steamy sessions in a sidecar, and of course, below-deck dancing. Seeking to recreate the glamour and entertainment of the 1930's, the SS Atlantica's maiden voyage promises an evening faithfully following an authentic 30's ship's itinerary with Big Bands, shuffleboard, a casino and silent cinema, and a string quartet for those promenading on the upper deck.

Time:		8pm - 2am
Place:		Commodity Quay, St Katherine's Docks, E1W 1AZ
Cost:		£15
Info:		SS Atlantica’s Maiden Voyage Party

Longplayer
The longest piece of music ever written, ‘Longplayer’, lasts 1,000 years – meaning that if it were to play its last notes today, it would have been started on a lute. Alternatively if we started today, it would probably end on Mars. Mind-addling stuff. So, making it easier on ourselves, and our children, and our children’s children, tonight (Longplayer’s first ever live performance) takes a 1,000 minute segment and puts a 26-strong orchestra, and a 20-metre wide synthesiser, to the test.

Time:		8:20pm — 1am
Place:		Roundhouse, Chalk Farm Road, NW1 8EH
Cost:		£15
Info:		Longplayer

HANDEL REMIXED

If the last time you sang a full throated Hallelujah, your Mother was holding your hand and you were dressed in Sunday best, it’s time to revisit. Handel Remixed sees the composer’s arias get a thorough 21st Century reworking by some of today’s hottest film and music makers, including Michael Nyman, Jocelyn Pook and Craig Armstrong, performed by Countertenor David Daniels and the Academy of St Martin in the fields. Can I hear a Amen!

Sat 19th September, 7.30pm. Barbican Hall, Silk Street, EC2Y 8DS. Tickets from £9

SUNDAY

Lady Boy Pageant 2009
A trip to Thailand wouldn’t be complete without a ping pong show, a mistimed ‘trip’ through a red curtain, and a little ladyboy flirtation. Bringing all of that fun to the stiff upper lips of Mayfair, the annual Ladyboy pageant kicks off again tonight, with swimwear, evening and ‘creative costume’ rounds. Who’s guessing Lady Gaga will be a major muse – or, according to recent tabloid blasts – she might be more suited to entering herself as a contestant. Miaow.

Time:		6pm - late
Place:		Mango Tree, 46 Grosvenor Place, SW1X 7EQ
Cost:		£18 on the door, £15 in advance
Info:		Lady Boy Pageant 2009

Monkey Shoulder Tree House Bar
Following a residency at the Big Chill, this rather lovely Tree House bar, made entirely of reclaimed wood from whisky barrels, is popping up in Truman’s Brewery for the weekend. Tiki-style interiors, hand–crafted wooden board games, and artistic pursuits for prizes make the perfect backdrop for ice–cold Monkey Shoulder Triple Malt Scotch Whisky cocktails. Evolution? Pah.

Time:		12pm — 9pm
Place:		Truman Brewery, Ely’s Yard. 15 Hanbury Street, E1 6QR
Cost:		Free
Info:		Monkey Shoulder Tree House Bar

VOGUE'S NIGHT OUT
UJ’s Top Five Picks

Vogue’s September Issue finally lands on Friday the 11th , and to whip you into a Wintour frenzy, the magazine is launching Fashion’s Night Out, offering up enticing treats, discounts, fabulous pop-in parties and surprises galore at various sartorial lairs open until midnight. Check out UJ’s top five picks here.

OUT OF TOWN
FREE party at a chateau near Toulouse with Groove Armada's Andy Cato

If you so happen to find yourself in France this weekend, or need an excuse to find yourself in France this weekend (yes dear, a Lovebox bash IS work, really), apply for tickets to attend this free party now. With free come-and-go entry anytime between the 11th and the 14th, there’ll be food and drink from the kitchen garden, breakfast croissant mountains, and music from Groove Armada’s Andy Cato. Download their latest single for free here (due out February 2010), and pack a tent.
To apply for tickets email info@groovearmada.com

The Bombay Sapphire Fashionista cocktail

A stylish combination of Bombay Sapphire gin,
Chambord raspberry liqueur and fresh lemon juice topped with prosecco fit for all fashionistas.

The incorporation of Chambord draws out the spicy notes in Bombay Sapphire - the cubeb berries and grains of paradise botanicals - whilst the inclusion of prosecco lengthens the cocktail and creates some fizz.

Available exclusively at the Bombay Sapphire Dusk Bar from 18th September - 27th September.

Bombay Sapphire Dusk Bar, River Terrace, Somerset House, Strand, WC2R 1LA

If you want to be part of the buzz of London Fashion Week, the Bombay Sapphire Dusk Bar offers you the opportunity to soak up the September sun and be seen amongst London’s most fashionable crowd whilst enjoying this exclusive cocktail.

Weekend guide by AC & MaM

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