New Model Clothes 2012: Bob Geldof

Emma Thompson and Bob Geldof
The recent premiere of Chucs by Charles Finch, hosted by London’s Automat and the British Vogue & British Fashion Council private soirée, hosted by London’s Almada.

London’s Automat/Almada Buzzing with Star Power

London’s Automat was buzzing this week! Charles Finch, son of legendary actor Peter Finch, was seen premiering Chucs, his new fashion line of swimwear. His new store, Chucs Dove And Mountain Shop, is an alluring fashion venue of adventure gear ranging from men and women’s swimsuits to Puffa jackets! Conveniently located next to Automat, patrons were seen shopping and sipping on Chucs Rum Coctail, a signature drink made with ages Havana rum, fresh grapefruit juice, angostura bitters, lime and brown sugar. Those who emerged to support the new designer included: Alice Eve, Emma Thompson, Bob Geldof, Mariella Frostrup, Elizabeth Saltzman and Carlos Almada.

The next night, British Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman and British Fashion Council chairman Harold Tillman hosted a private soirée at restaurateur and architect Carlos Almada’s new restaurant Almada. The fête celebrated designerChristopher Kane on his win of the British Fashion Council/ Vogue’s Designer Fashion Fund. Shulman present Kane with the award, which he gracefully accepting with a quick speech, thanking guests, family and friends. Models were present at the event, wearing Christopher Kane’s new designs, while attendees were seen wearing his signature galaxy silk dresses. The event brought out London’s fashionable A-list crowd including designer nominees Charlotte Dellal, Richard Nicolland Jonathan Saunders, as well as Samantha Cameron, Laura Bailey, Daisy Lowe and Christopher Bailey.

ABOUT AUTOMAT/ALMADA:

Arriving in London six years ago, charming restaurateur and architect Carlos Almada had a vision to create a venue with New York style for international trendsetters. “It’s all about New Yorkers” he says. Automat, located on where London-bound celebrities head for refined yet relaxed dining, serves delicious yet classics fares such as Steak Tartare, Mac & Cheese, and the best imported Nebraska USDA grade beef, among many others. Located on the same property but on Berkeley Street,Almada is a fine dining silver service restaurant, with a 1920’s New York and ‘old school’ California glamour atmosphere, which transforms into a nightclub as the night approaches and the lights dim down.