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Fashion Network
a day ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Selfridges wins approval for private members' club
Selfridges, the department store chain owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Thailand's Central Group, won approval for a new private members' club at its flagship London outlet. Westminster City Council approved an application to convert space currently used for staff offices into a membership venue with a terrace and private dining room. The proposal is part of a wider plan to launch a new 'exclusive new shopping and social destination for its most valued customers and members' on Duke Street in the spring, according to a filing. London has seen a surge in high-end membership-only venues as affluent residents seek exclusive spaces, especially as flexible working has blurred the lines between professional and personal life. These venues have also become a strategy for real estate owners to generate more revenue from underutilized spaces. Tuesday's council approval grants the owners the right to use the space as a members' club or for retail purposes for a period of 50 years, the filings show. The space is part of the SWOD building, which was built in the 1930s as an extension to the main classical building that faces Oxford Street, one of Europe's busiest shopping thoroughfares. Saudi Arabia's PIF became a minority owner in privately held Selfridges last year after acquiring a 40% stake that had been owned by the Signa Group, the now-defunct real estate empire founded by Austrian Rene Benko. The story of the store's founding in 1909 by US retailer Harry Gordon Selfridge was later adapted into the Mr Selfridge TV series starring Jeremy Piven. The roof gardens, which hosted fashion shows and crazy golf in the years after the opening, were destroyed in the Blitz in 1940. They remained closed for about 70 years before reopening in 2009 for an exclusive pop-up restaurant run by French chef Pierre Koffmann, according to one of the filings for the planning approval.
Fashion Network
a day ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Selfridges wins approval for private members' club
Selfridges, the department store chain owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Thailand's Central Group, won approval for a new private members' club at its flagship London outlet. Westminster City Council approved an application to convert space currently used for staff offices into a membership venue with a terrace and private dining room. The proposal is part of a wider plan to launch a new 'exclusive new shopping and social destination for its most valued customers and members' on Duke Street in the spring, according to a filing. London has seen a surge in high-end membership-only venues as affluent residents seek exclusive spaces, especially as flexible working has blurred the lines between professional and personal life. These venues have also become a strategy for real estate owners to generate more revenue from underutilized spaces. Tuesday's council approval grants the owners the right to use the space as a members' club or for retail purposes for a period of 50 years, the filings show. The space is part of the SWOD building, which was built in the 1930s as an extension to the main classical building that faces Oxford Street, one of Europe's busiest shopping thoroughfares. Saudi Arabia's PIF became a minority owner in privately held Selfridges last year after acquiring a 40% stake that had been owned by the Signa Group, the now-defunct real estate empire founded by Austrian Rene Benko. The story of the store's founding in 1909 by US retailer Harry Gordon Selfridge was later adapted into the Mr Selfridge TV series starring Jeremy Piven. The roof gardens, which hosted fashion shows and crazy golf in the years after the opening, were destroyed in the Blitz in 1940. They remained closed for about 70 years before reopening in 2009 for an exclusive pop-up restaurant run by French chef Pierre Koffmann, according to one of the filings for the planning approval.
Scotsman
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Is the Summer Beauty Mystery Deal actually worth buying?
The £9.99 Summer Beauty Mystery Deal that's actually worth buying – here's why | Wowcher This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. A look at what might be inside the Wowcher Summer Beauty Mystery Deal. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... As a beauty writer I'm always on the look out for the next best beauty deal. This week I've found an amazing deal that you wont want to miss. The Wowcher £9.99 Summer Beauty Mystery Deal you could be in with a chance of winning prizes worth hundreds of pounds for less than it costs to buy your lunch. This isn't a dressed-up sample sale or a subscription commitment. It's a one-off deal. And the best part? If you reveal your mystery item and decide it's not for you, you can swap it for another prize from the same tier. At less than a tenner, it's a great deal and if you're really lucky, potentially high-reward. It's simple: pay £9.99, and receive one mystery beauty item. The catch is you don't know what you're getting until you redeem the deal but there's a chance you could receive something like a Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi Styler (worth over £350), a £250 Selfridges gift card, or a Shark Cryoglow under-eye LED mask (worth over £260). If you're someone who enjoys the occasional surprise and doesn't mind a bit of beauty luck-of-the-draw, this is a low-risk way to try something new. It could also work as a small, fun gift for a friend, or a spontaneous treat for yourself if you've been saving or budgeting and just want a little beauty indulgence. It's also ideal if you're curious about the high-end beauty world but not ready to splurge hundreds without trying anything first. Some are undeniably more exciting than others. But even the lower-tier prizes often retail above £9.99, which helps the deal hold its value. Here's the honest take: this isn't a guaranteed Dyson for £9.99. But it is a well-structured mystery box with clear prize tiers, a swap option, and a decent selection of products. In a landscape where mystery boxes often feel rigged or underwhelming, this one offers real potential, fair odds, and actual consumer consideration. You won't lose your savings, and you might walk away with something surprisingly good or at the very least, fun to try. If you've got a tenner to spare and like the thrill of a mystery pick, this deal is worth a look. Just go in knowing it's a bit of a gamble but one where the odds are more in your favour than usual . What could you win? Dyson Airwrap i.d. £250 Selfridges Gift Voucher Shark Cryoglow LED Anti-Ageing Mask £100 Treatwell Voucher Colour Wow Money Kit Lancaster Golden Tan Maximizer StylPro Face Snatch Bundle Collagen Face Masks (x10) Phoera Lipsticks (set of 3) Ear Candles Luma Smile Plus Whitening Device ⛱️ How to get airport lounge access from just £11 – without flying business class ✈️ You don't need a premium ticket to enjoy a quieter, more comfortable airport experience. Lounge access is available to all travellers – and you can now pre-book passes from just £11. Holiday Extras offers discounted lounge access at 22 UK airports with complimentary snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi and up to 60% off. 🌍 Flying further afield? Lounge Pass gives you entry to over 800 VIP lounges worldwide – perfect for international or return trips. And for one-off getaways or group travel, this Wowcher lounge voucher is just £2 and gives up to 25% off for you and up to six others. Most lounges include drinks, snacks and flight info screens – a simple travel upgrade that makes early check-ins a lot more enjoyable. Natalie Dixon is NationalWorld's Lifestyle reporter . If you liked this article and want to read more about fashion, beauty and lifestyle you can follow Natalie Dixon on X here . You can also Get the best style and fashion news with Natalie Dixon in Tuesday's NationalWorld newsletter - sign up now
Bloomberg
2 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Saudi PIF-Backed Selfridges Wins Approval for Private Members' Club
Selfridges, the department store chain owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Thailand's Central Group, won approval for a new private members' club at its flagship London outlet. Westminster City Council approved an application to convert space currently used for staff offices into a membership venue with a terrace and private dining room. The proposal is part of a wider plan to launch a new 'exclusive new shopping and social destination for its most valued customers and members' on Duke Street in the spring, according to a filing.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Black Sabbath 'immersive fan experience' opening at Bullring with Ozzy-signed merch
A new Black Sabbath 'immersive fan experience' is set to open at Selfridges in the Bullring today (Monday, June 23) offering a limited-edition band merchandise collection. The pop-up will offer a special selection of items including leather jackets signed by Ozzy Osbourne. Selfridges has created the collection to mark Black Sabbath's final ever gig, set to take place at Villa Park Stadium on Saturday, July 5. Read more: Black Sabbath at Villa Park - line-up, times, set list, tickets and how to get there Read more: All the Birmingham places heavy metal fans need to visit during Black Sabbath weekend The retailer is going big for the event, with local artist Mr Murals decorating the upper two windows of the three-floor shop with Black Sabbath images. Mr Murals made the news recently for his work turning a 36 metre-long stretch of Navigation Street into a giant Black Sabbath photo opportunity for visitors coming to Birmingham for the band's final show - Back To The Beginning. Over seven days surrounding the show, Mr Murals will be working on artwork live in Selfridges so visitors can see it come to life in real time. As far as the merchandise goes, the pop-up will sell jackets, hoodies, shorts, T-shirts and accessories. There will also be band memorabilia and gifts. The exclusive collection will feature collaborations with designers and creators including contemporary artist Mason Newman, Alpha Industries and Babylon LA. The Ozzy-signed leather jackets have been created by Vanson Leathers. The fan experience has been created by Bravado, an artist merchandise and lifestyle company, which has worked with Black Sabbath to make it possible. Inside Selfridges there'll be a metal-clad wall with the band's 'Henry' emblem with neon lights and Sabbath's signature purple-and-black colour scheme. The film The End will play on a digital screen. Mr Murals said: "I'm honoured to take part in the celebration of Black Sabbath's rich musical roots with such a unique piece of artwork right in the heart of Birmingham. "Nothing compares to painting live within your own community and I'm very excited to have my work on display at Selfridges." Sam Watson, the store director of Selfridges Birmingham, added: "We're so excited for this partnership and what it means not only for Black Sabbath and Ozzy fans but fans of music, as we celebrate a genre that was born in the city. "We look forward to welcoming fans old and new in anticipation of one of summer's biggest musical moments to discover more about the amazing legacy of Black Sabbath in Birmingham." Bravado president Matt Young commented: "'Black Sabbath's legacy is woven into the fabric of rock history, and bringing this exclusive fan experience to life in their hometown as they celebrate their final show is a true honour. "We found the perfect partner in Selfridges, who realised right away that this was a chance to create something special for fans beyond just selling merch. "It's a tribute to the band's enduring influence and a chance for fans to connect with their story in a powerful, immersive way." The pop-up is open until July 21.
