All in the Pink

October seems to be a busy busy month with the majority of Britain’s desperately trying to ‘Go Sober for October’, even we are giving it a go. But on a serious note, what we really want to talk to you about is Breast Cancer Awareness.

Breast Cancer is one of the most common forms of Cancer in the UK. Although, 12000 women die from the disease every year, 80% of 50,000 diagnosed are still alive 5 years later. This is all thanks to research development…it is truly inspiring.

Innu London took part in building awareness last year with a competition to win our Rose Pink handmade snakeskin clutch bag and donated 5% of our October profits to Breast Cancer Research.

Everyone seems to be doing their part to raise awareness including our favourite girl Kate Moss and your skimpy little pink number for the Stella McCartney campaign. Jameela and ex MIC star Caggie Dunlop also starred in a breast cancer campaign for the limited edition Tickled Pink collection.

This year we have even more pinky coloured items to offer you in aid of this wonderful cause. As we did last year we are donating 5% of our monthly profits to Breast Cancer Research so help us out and get shopping.

Handmade snakeskin clutch in Fuchsia - £255

 Handmade snakeskin clutch in lilac - £255

Handmade snakeskin clutchin rose pink - £255

Handmade snakeskin Melville purse in Fuchsia - £150

Handmade Lily evening dress - £1000

Handmade Prilla Evening dress - £1150

Until next time

Love Innu London

xxx

Notting Hill Carnival

The event on everyone’s minds this week is The Notting Hill Carnival. The streets of Notting Hill are quite literally swarming with Londoners, European and Afro-Caribbean smells and sounds and generally an incredible atmosphere. 

The festival first took over the West London area in 1966 and has been an August Bank Holiday tradition ever since. It is the BIGGEST street festival in the whole of Europe and keeps getting bigger every year. The very first carnival was an attempt to showcase the steel band musicians who played in the Earls Court of London every Weekend. When the bands paraded through the streets of Notting Hill, they drew black residents out on to the streets, reminding them of the Caribbean homes they had left behind.Having been forbidden to hold festivals of their own during the period of slavery, they now took full advantage of the relative new freedoms the ending of slavery brought them. Dressing up in costumes that mimicked the European fashions of their former masters, even whitening their faces with flour or wearing white masks, they established a tradition that continues in the costume-making of today's Notting Hill Carnival.

It truly is quite an experience, even the likes of Cara Delevingne show their support. But this is one of the only festivals where you absolutely, under no circumstances, allowed to wear WELLIES!!! Well… this isn't exactly a rule per say but funk it up a little. Think cool, casual and effortlessly chic. If you need a little help, Innu is here. 

Why not a handmade tee accompanied with denim cut offs or dungarees or some overly bright leggings? 

Not forgetting a little vibrant arm candy by yours truely… you know what to do. Take your pick! 

And while I still have your undivided attention make sure you come and support us and The Prince’s Trust during London Fashion Week on 13th September. 

Tickets and info are available here: http://www.houseofikons.com 

See you at carnival,

Love Innu London

xxx

Grand Affairs at the Grand Prix

With news of our first ad campaign being launched in the Official Supercar Club Magazine next month and the Monaco Grand Prix coming to an end we have been researching the most exquisite places in the world to watch the F1 and this is what we found. 

Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, Canada

Situated on the Flueve Saint Laurent, the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve basks in the glory of Montreal. When the Grand Prix is in full force visitors can bring their bicycles and cycle round the entire track, kids and all. But when the Grand Prix is taking place we highly recommend paying a visit to the Montreal Casino which offers one of the widest varieties of games in North America. Make sure your dressed the part, try the elegant Kimberley dress for a night in the casino after a day at the F1. But be sure to book your tickets soon as the Montreal Grand Prix starts on the 6th June. 

Circuit de Monaco, Monte Carlo

The most lavish of the F1 races began on the 22nd May through to the end of yet another bank holiday weekend. With the track winding through the curvy city streets and the famous harbours trip, it is not only the shortest of the F1 tracks but also the most dangerous…adding to the suspense. The Sass Cafe situated on the coastline on the grand ‘Avenue Princess Grace, not only offers a mix of traditional Mediterranean and Italian cuisine but also fills the air with beautiful live music that goes on into the early hours of the morning. The mystical place is internationally known for its exclusive parties. But if its not your cup of tea, theres plenty of super yachts, sun and sea to enjoy. And finally make sure you have your wardrobe sorted… we are sure Innu London can help you with that.

Marina Bay Street Circuit, Singapore

Singapore debuted their Marina Bay race track in 2010. Winding through the buildings of the beautiful island it is one of the most beautiful in the world. There is plenty to keep you and family occupied before and after the race from parks, boat rides, even a Ferris Wheel next to the track. The Marine Bay Grand Prix does not take place until the 19th September, perfect time to go as the weather is a lot cooler. This exclusive event has seen the likes of Sir David Beckham so make sure to dress to impress in one of our head turning dresses…

Yas Marin Circuit, Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi and Yas Marin have been host to its individual F1 circuit since 2009. If you do one F1 event this year, this is the one to do. Not only is it is located in one of the most lavish places in the entire world but it is the only twilight race on the f1 calendar. Fans can experience the magic of a day - to - night race in a marina track setting so why not wear a day-to-night dress fully equipped with a authentic handmade snakeskin clutch to give the locals a bit of a green eye. 

Remember our new 2 night hiring service now available at Innu London. Please see here for more information. 

Love Innu London

xxx