Some of the team at Westfield HQ have been trying to avoid wedding fever others others have embraced it. I, one of avoiders, scoffed at the masks, mugs and tea towels that had been appearing in shops and in the office over the recent weeks.
But over the weekend as the bunting began to fill the streets, the sun shone and I walked past a window filled with a giant picture of Wills and Kate smiling at everyone, it finally got to me and I bought my first piece of Royal Wedding memorabilia.
While there are plenty of questionable items of memorabilia out there, there are also plenty of stylish ways to celebrate a piece of British history.
This commemorative blend from Twinings is available at Waitrose and once finished the tin makes a lovely keepsake. And with tea, one must have biscuits and one sees no reason why not to have them in this rather pretty tin from Marks and Spencer.
If you want a proper piece of history then buy a proper piece of commemorative memorabilia from Royal Worcester, available at Debenhams. Your great great grandchildren will thank you for it.
The Union Jack has had its fashion day – think 90s Ginger Spice – but it’s having a little comeback of sorts. One of the nicest takes on it comes from Ted Baker. The scarf, £85, and the purse, £99.00, offer a subtle nod to British heritage without being overbearing and will last past the whole wedding hype.
