The assumption may be that March will bring some peace and tranquillity to London after non-stop festivities for London Fashion Week last month.
But, February was just the beginning. We're on the cusp of the 2024 social season and balmier spring days, so hold on tight - from Cheltenham Festival to International Women's Day and Spring/Summer 2024 launches, we're about to witness an influx of exclusive parties across the capital this month.
Drawing in the coolest celebrities and chicest socialites already, Sienna Miller has made a rare appearance, Gillian Anderson wore a Victoria Beckham-approved white suit, and The Crown star Meg Bellamy debuted a brand-new bob.
Scroll down to see the chicest, most glamorous events in the capital so far...
Cabaret At The Kit Kat Club celebrating Cara
In February it was announced that Cara Delevingne is making her West End debut as protagonist Sally Bowles in the iconic musical, Cabaret, so it was only right that a lavish, star-studded party was held to celebrate herself and the rest of the new cast. On March 28 some of the globe's coolest stars stepped out at the show's home - The Kit Kat Club - and the fashion on display was truly impeccable. Anya Taylor-Joy and Simone Ashley were among those who joined Cara in celebration.
The National Portrait Gallery's Portrait Gala
On March 19, gallery director Nicholas Cullinan alongside co-chairs Malala Yousafazi and Edward Enninful hosted its annual gala and as always, it was a truly lavish affair. Luminaries including Alexa Chung, Princess Olympia and Maya Jama put on their Sunday best (but on a Wednesday) for a dinner amongst the art-adorned walls of the gallery. According to Vogue, a private tour of Coco Chanel's apartment on Rue Cambon and front-row seats to Erdem's SS24 presentation were among the many prizes on offer in the silent auction...
Liberty Launches it's Fragrance Lounge
On March 14, iconic department store Liberty held an exclusive launch party to celebrate the opening of its new, luxurious fragrance lounge. Guests sipped on drinks and enjoyed canapes with a special performance from British singer Olivia Dean. Guests left the launch event, which took place in the lounge housed on the lower ground floor of the Grade II listed building, with a goodie bag containing a trio of LBTY fragrances.
Annabel's Celebrates IWD
On Friday March 8, Annabel's and The Caring Family Foundation hosted its annual International Women’s Day Breakfast. Centred around this year’s global theme 'Inspire Inclusion', exclusive invitees gathered in the private members club's picturesque 'The Garden', for a panel talk with influential speakers. British soul-pop singer-songwriter Grace Carter rounded off the event with a special performance. Meg Bellamy, BAFTA Rising Star 2024 winner Mia McKenna Bruce, and Don't Touch My Hair author Emma Dabiri were among the guests in attendance.
Net-A-Porter x De Beers' Incredible Women's Dinner
To mark International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, luxury e-commerce giants Net-A-Porter hosted an 'Incredible Women' dinner, in partnership with fine jewellery house De Beers. The lavish evening at Raphael Court within the V&A Museum, brought together industry VIPs, tastemakers and inspiring people to celebrate incredible women. Guests were welcomed with a drinks reception, followed by an elegant dinner curated by renowned chef and author, Florence Knight. Net-A-Porter explained in a press release: "Guests made toasts between courses, Kate Winslet shared advice for the rising generation of actors, Michaela Coel poetically saluted the multitude of admirations she has for women, and Gillian Anderson on being fearless and the barriers she hopes to break."
The Pamela Anne Furze Foundation (PAFF) Fundraiser
On March 7, VIPs came together at Metropolitan Mayfair to raise money for PAFF - the Pamela Ann Furze Foundation, which supports clinical research into hormonal cancers. The global charity was founded by Robbie Furze - The Big Pink singer and husband of Lady Mary Charteris - in October 2023, to raise funds through art and music events. Sienna Miller and former Hello! Fashion cover girl Hana Cross were among those on the illustrious guestlist who gathered for a good cause.
Lady Garden's 10th Anniversary
Lady Garden - a national health charity committed to educating, empowering and breaking taboos around women’s gynaecological health, celebrated its 10th anniversary with an exclusive gala at The OWO. The glamorous location was decorated with cheerful hues of pink in abundance, with flowers provided by Rob Van Helden Floral Design. Guests from Amy Jackson to Emma Weymouth stepped out in style to celebrate.