A few Tuesdays ago, I had a triple "To-Do" day thanks to an afternoon off work and my accomplice Erica. The first two "To-Do's" of the day were preceded by a Sushi Lunch at the Japanese Centre just to ensure we had our shopping stamina. Then it was off to Bond Street we went in search of the #14. Shop for (perfect) posh stationary at Smythson.

After perusing the selection of fine diaries, pens and papers galore, having a personal consultation for some new bespoke stationary (free samples included), I selected a box of Stamped Correspondence Cards from Coral Collection that said "Reach For Your Dreams" or in my lingo: "You have to have me".
The experience of watching the sales women delicately pack up the box of stationary into a Smythson blue box wrapped in a box and then sealed in a matching blue bag was worth the purchase just in it self... Who knew shopping for stationary could be as seductive as shopping for jewelry?

After the stationary foray, we kicked up our heels and hot stepped it over to #20. Discover Dover Street Market. Dover Street Market is a retail concept from Rei Kawakubo of Comme des Garcons located in Mayfair. The store is 6 floors of bare walls and steel beams featuring over a dozen designers including who arfully display their wares throughout their space as they see fit. For a Fashionista it is a dream come true - for a Recessionista it makes for good afternoon entertainment and inspiration.
Although I left DSM empty handed, I have a wishlist full of ideas for F/W 09.
Thanks to Erica for being my partner in crime on this mission and making sure I didn't make any credit card misshaps.