Nina Naustdal's 2nd year anniversary party

Pandemonia and Snowy were feeling a tingling in their toes as they dressed and put the final touches to their wardrobe. Snowy's eyes almost popped out of their sockets when Pandemonia put on the perfect complement to her outfit—a pair of salmon-pink Linda Farrow sunglasses.  Ready and dressed, they burnt rubber to get to Nina Naustdal's Walton Street store for its second anniversary party.



  On the red carpet, Snowy got extremely excited to see his party pal, the gorgeous Noelle Reno. Noelle introduced P&S to the latest babe on the circuit, Layla Young, the 19-year-old daughter of pop crooner Paul Young.

Noelle's smile said it all—her squeeze Scot Young was back with her out on the town. Scot is now free from Her Majesty's nick and has a buff bod, which, he says, is the result of "the prison diet and exercise" tapping his flat tum.

 

Stepping into the store, Pandemonia and Snowy struck up a conversation with celebrity fashion stylist Kelvin Barron.  The conversation touched upon the importance of colour coordination, and Snowy noticed that Kelvin was wearing a River Island shirt that matched P's outfit to a tea. How in tune that is!



  Moving on, Pandemonia and Snowy shuffled their way in to find the bar, only to be hindered and go toe to toe with their adorable chum Zoe Griffin and editor of Live Like a VIP.

Zoe was pushing the a la mode boat out tonight in an ultra-short fuchsia fringe dress with matching shoes and the compulsory glass of bubbly.  After downing the last bubbly drop, Snowy was given a gentle squeeze from Zoe before she scarpered off to her next VIP gig.



  The next encounter Pandemonia and Snowy had was with TV presenter and all-round good egg Amal Fashanu.  Amal was wearing a dress Pandemonia and Snowy recognised from Nina Naustdal's ready-to-wear Gold catwalk show that took place in March. Amal said, "I'm still doing my TV stuff, and to earn some more cash, I've signed up to Storm Model agency."  P&S wished her well.



  They continued on with the bar search, only to find the evening's host, Nina Naustdal, taking a breather after her photo call. Nina let it slip, "I can't believe it's been two years since I opened my store." And before she could utter another word, Nina was ushered off for more snapping.



  Eventually, Pandemonia and Snowy reached the tented terrace, where the bar had been set up along the back wall. Armed with a glass of champagne, Pandemonia clinked glasses with Catalina Guirado-Cheadle. Catalina explained to P&S, "Since my dad, artist Juan Antonio Guirado, passed away, I've taken up the mantel of highlighting his artwork by turning his paintings into beautiful textiles, starting off with scarves."  P&S can't wait to see them in the stores.



  Heading back into main throws of the bash, Pandemonia and Snowy got locked in the doorway with Karolina Kivimaki, journalist and contributing editor for Lake Como Lifestyle magazine. Karolina confessed to P&S, "I've had a bit of a day of it—a three-hour lunch at Bulgari Hotel, followed by a private champagne reception with jewellery designer Noa at Thea Jewels Ltd in Library of the Arch Hotel, and now here."  Snowy wished he had KK's stamina and clear head.



  From one busy lady to another, P&S got to meet Clare Beckwith. Clare told Pandemonia and Snowy, "Don't you dare leave without the goodie bag; it's got my Kangen water in it." P&S promised they wouldn't and headed towards the exit, only to be sidetracked by OK anchor Liz Cundy and fashion designer Nico Didonna.



Liz wanted to get Pandemonia and Snowy to have their picture taken outside, but Nico was thirsty, having only just arrived, so all went their separate ways.



As time was ticking, Pandemonia could see Snowy melting, so P continued to make haste towards the exit, only to run into the band Times Red, whom Snowy and Pandemonia had spent many happy hours with at various runway shows during London Fashion Week.
The lads confessed, "We are still on a high spirits after our launch of the new single 'Not Listening' and invited P&S to their gig at the British Grand Pix at Silverstone in June." 

  Pandemonia and Snowy bid them au revoir, tumbled into a cab, and then made an escape for home, only, this time, to be hauled up by Dee Vesali's PR team, who popped a goodie bag into the taxi—always a welcome sight.

photo/copy: Stephen Mahoney

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Grace Belgravia

Its wasn’t the excessive cold weather that made Snowy apprehensive when Pandemonia told him, “Tonight, we’ve been invited by Nina Naustdal and Clare Beckwith bash at Grace Belgravia.” It was because Snowy knew Grace Belgravia was a women’s only members club.

On arrival at 11c West Halkin Street, Pandemonia and Snowy entered the discrete entrance, scaled the staircase, and passed through the double glass doors, and here, Snowy perked up, seeing a smattering of men in suits lingering around.

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And the culprits for the men’s behaviour were the statuesque Nina Naustdal and a bevy of female models in Nina’s dresses.

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Nina embraced P&S and gave them a shifty of the L-shaped lounge bar of the exclusive women’s club.

www.leoniblue.co.uk Taking in this luxurious space too was Katie Simmonds. Katie is a partner at Burlingtons legal firm and introduced herself to Pandemonia and Snowy, admitting, “I’ve never seen anything like you two.” Likewise, P&S hadn’t come across a legal-minded person in a raspberry Herve Leger dress like Kate’s either.

The next chic lady Pandemonia and Snowy encountered was Tali Zakai. Tali was sporting fabulous ensemble, highlighted by diamond earrings, a pendant, and rings.
Pointing to the diamond accessories she was wearing, Tali confessed, “I buy mostly in Israel, where I get top-quality gems at the best possible prices.”

While browsing the static mannequins, Pandemonia and Snowy met Connie. Connie was wearing a black evening dress and said she was so enamored of Snowy that she wanted to take him home with her.

Pandemonia graciously retrieved Snowy from Connie’s grip. Next up were Serap Salih and Miriam Ulhaq.
Serap and Miriam divulged, “We are media students from the University of Creative Arts in Epsom, and we came here tonight to meet and mingle with industry people".

A couple of networking gals and then a property developer lady gave Pandemonia pointers on where P&S should buy, if ever they decided to sell up and move from their current abode.

Moving on, Pandemonia and Snowy got to speak with Clare Beckwith and hear about her current business venture. “This is the Kangen Water SD501 Platinum Enagic Ionization Process machine, a device that improves the water we drink,” she boasted.
And as if to prove her point, she thrust a glass of Kangen water into P’s hand. It tasted excellent, although Snowy will now have to save up all his pocket money to buy one at 3000 euros a pop.

Thus, quenched Pandemonia and Snowy sat themselves on a sofa, where they were joined by a cute model in another one of Nina’s dresses. The model confided, “I’ve just signed up with new model agency GTM Models , and after tonight, I hope to get more work.”

The next people to ear bend Pandemonia and Snowy on the sofa were Victoria Cresswell and Giselle Sommerville.
Giselle’s yarn was about her day as a backstage runner for fashion designer Michiko Koshino. MK rejected her models.
And seeing Giselle’s pert butt, Michiko cajoled Giselle to take to the runway with two strapping guys on roller-skates, culminating in G’s debut being recorded in the nation papers the following day.

The party was coming to an end for P&S, so they gave their fond farewells, and in the cab, Snowy snuggled up to Pandemonia and conjectured what a great dog’s life he has.

Photo/copy Stephen Mahoney

Art for sale. Macmillan De'longhi Art Auction

Macmillan De'longhi Art Auction 2012 Pandemonia and Snowy made a point of looking resplendent, to attend the De'longhi Art Auction in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, at Royal Collage of Art.

P&S weren't alone, the dynamic PR duo Evgeny Minchev Von Bul and Liz Brewer had stepped out in style too, to lend their support, and view the limited edition fine art print Pandemonia donated.

This print is one from a series, that will exhibited at P forthcoming show.

Looking hot and sassy too, was Amy Molyneaux in PPQ, sipping a De'Longhi Coffee Martinis.

From one sharp minded lady to another, Annie Kevans Artist. Anna provided female rebellious charm, to the event by wearing all black.

To someone who got plenty of air time at this event, X factor's contestant Brad Shackleton. Brad, Snowy conjectured, had scrubbed up well and tonight he had no cause to complain, nibbling on delicious Italian canapes.

Another pair, gave a certain gravitas to the event, were family team Jo and Leah Wood, looking more like sisters than mum and daughter. The good news for Jo is Leah has now quit Oz and returned back to the fold permanently, with her hubby. And the canny things have moved in with Jo, until they find a suitable home. And what kid in their right mind wouldn't.

Also taking in the art and lending her support to the event, was glamours fashion designer Nina Naustdal. Pandemonia and Snowy caught up with Nina while she perused the various art works on display.

Popping up the party was James Jessop the artist. James who's work draws influence from early New York Subway Art, was in his element rubbing shoulders with Snowy and Pandemoinia.

Keeping a beady eye on the whole proceedings was Peter Wilson the UK Olympic gold medal for shooting.

Snowy was constantly on edge and was having to be reassured by Paul Garbett sports reporter and Zoe Griffin, that Pete was an animal lover & had left his rifle at home.

Julia Palca Chairman of Macmillan Macmillan Cancer Support, was busy bee, doing sterling work, making sure all the guests were fed and watered, at this 6th De'longhi UK art auction event. Julia looked as pleased as punch upon discovering the event had raised just under £90,000.

Snowy and Panddemonia and thanked Nigel Wainwright, Managing Director of De'longhi UK, for a worthy night out and tried to hot foot it home to catch their favourite late night soap on telly.

Only to be curtailed by Sarah Ditty deputy editor of the Source Intelligence and freelance Fashion Editor. Went dotty over Snowy and his collar, so much so Pandemonia contemplated, manufacturing colourful animals collars, for pet lovers everywhere. Not wanting to be in the dog house, Pandemonia clasped Snowy and hightailed it home, to feed his mutt before settling down with the remote control.

The following afternoon Pandemonia and Snowy called the Macmillan events team to thank them for a splendid night, only to be informed by Macmillan team member, that behind the scenes, there was a frenzied bidding for P's print. It started on the day with a phone in reserve bid, this got gazumped and sold on the night to a higher bider, then that morning, another person called up, wanting to buy the print.

All this good news, confirmed that the world is ready for Pandemonia's show. So Snowy says 'watch this space'.

Photo: Cristina Polizzi. Copy: Stephen Mahoney. Sub Editor: Gayatri Sahay

Zoe Griffin Summer Party

Pandemonia and Snowy, were perplexed, pawing through their wardrobes, O what to wear! What colour to wear to the summer party of the glamorous Zoe Griffin, editor of  www.livelikeavip.com They settled on canary yellow getup's and took to their wings. Outside The Arch London, a 5 star boutique hotel, 50 Great Cumberland Place.

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Stepping out of the cab, Snowy got ever so excited, having spotted model/socialite Sophie Anderton. All three, hooked up and inched their way through an army of paparazzi.

At the Hotel's entrance, Grant Powell, the General Manager took command and escorted the trio to their hostess Zoe, then on to the o so elegant library for the soiree.

After all the air kissing and oooooh's and aaaaaaah's & I love your dress too …..Sophie released her grip on Snowy and turned her attention to the hostess.

 

This allowed Pandemonia and Snowy to ease back and clock La Zoe. She was dressed head to toe in VIP clobber: Linda B vintage1930s earrings; Nina Naustdal, Haute Couture dress; A pair of Gianmarco Lorenzi killer-heels & silver Chanel clutch. The bag, Snowy overheard Zoe whisper to Sophie. Is from hire handbag website, The Borrowers Club, So now, you know!

At the bar, Pandemonia sipped the very tasty Ketel One Vodka cocktail, consisting of Elderflower presse , vodka and fresh lemons and created by head barman Rupert Lovibond, while chatting to Gloria Jones-Knapp.

Gloria was wearing her professional hat. She Encouraged Pandemonia and Snowy, to take a Caribbean vacation. She said she knew the perfect place for them to relax. Of course it was at her boutique hotel, Bacolet Beach Club in Tobago. Snowy was all for it.

Sunshine in their hearts, P&S caught up with fellow artist Eleni Gagoushi. Eleni divulged………, "darling I'm planning two exhibitions later in the year. The shows are going to be a sweetie bag of my work, on different sized canvases. Devised to fit in every space, from Corporate building entrance, to box room". That way I can make a respectable living, out of my art.

For one creative person, to a gaggle. Alice Tapfield, Linda B, Karen Johnson, Criss Polizzi, Simone Muzi and Michelle Horan-Cashmore. All were tucking into the delicious canapes. The handy work of the Arch chef, QuInton Bennett. The sight caused poor Snowy's tummy to rumble.

Pandemonia and Snowy had to move on. They sandwiched Stooshe, a girl band. These 3 comely young ladies, are supporting Nicki Minaj’s upcoming gigs. As a sample of things to come, they treated P&S, to an arcapella of their new song Black Heart. Song done, P&S gave them the thumbs up on their singing and colourful wardrobe.

From three cool females, to one other. UK based Norway, Fashion and Jewellery designer Nina Naustal. Nina slipped her arm under Pandemonia for a quiet Tete a Tete, causing Snowy palpitations, Nina’s diamond cuff. Thinking the sparkler, would look equally quite as good as his evening collar.

Poor Snowy had to dream on, Nina was elbowed out by Pierre Doumit. Pierre is the Creative Director from Leticia Haute Coiffure and professed to Pandemonia "I'm fascinated by your locks". Sadly, before P could give Pierre, a few hair treatment tips they were disrupted by the Jaeger contingent. Iona Holmes and Lilian Buke. This couple of high flyers, descended on Pandemonia and Snowy.Raising the fun factor bar to an extremity. After causing havoc, they raced off, to get a free manicure by Pierre's team.

As Pandemonia and Snowy turned to get another beverage they encountered Jamal Edwards, founder & CEO of SBTV. Jamal produced his best shot, Here's Looking at You-pose. Then high tailed it, to join his mate Nick, with the hostess.

Next, Pandemonia and Snowy were eyeing up the Millies Cookies. Their trail of thought was sent off track by Karolina Kivimaki, from www.heelsandlipstick.blogspot.co.uk. She declared, " I'm a bit of foodie person myself and, if want a good meal. I whiz off to Michael Nadra the chef's, new restaurant, in Primrose Hill". Pandimonia and Snowy, felt this was not the time to spill the beans on their Primrose Hill escapades. Instead, they weaved their way out, thanked Zoe on the way and jumped a cab home.

In the cab, Snowy accidentally tipped over the goodie bag. Pandemonia, retrieved the Adee Phelan Hair colour remover and DGJ Hangover Hair repair. A bottle of Vita Liberata 2 week self tan lotion. Some Malin Goetz body creams and a voucher from The Arch Hotel, giving a free bottle of wine with meal for 4.

All of which it occurred to Pandemonia , may come in handy Should Snowy and me fancy a change of image or go out dinning with pals.

Photo/copy: Stephen Mahoney