Where to eat, shop and stay in the fashion capitals

London

London is the stuff of fashion dreams, packed with iconic designers, streets made for shopping sprees, and luxury boutiques that practically double as landmarks. Start with some retail therapy on Bond Street, then enjoy Michelin-starred delights at Hélène Darroze at The Connaught. Step into the world of fashion at the V&A, or stroll through Harrods and Harvey Nichols. Need a break? Treat yourself to Bridgerton-inspired afternoon tea at The Lanesborough.

Since 1889, The Savoy has set the standard for style. Sip vintage cocktails at The American Bar, then unwind in the Royal Suite – reimagined by Gucci, who once carried bags here. Over in Mayfair, The Twenty Two is packed with personality and effortlessly cool. Broadwick Soho is a feast for the senses, combining Jazz Age opulence with Italian wanderlust, courtesy of Martin Brudnizki. The rooftop bar, Flute, is one of a kind, with animal-print upholstery, mirrored ceilings and stunning city views.

Paris

When you think fashion, Paris probably springs to mind – and rightly so. Wander down the legendary Champs-Élysées, Rue Saint-Honoré, or Avenue Montaigne, then kick back at Sinner Paris with devilishly good cocktails under stained-glass windows. Get your fashion fix at Musée Yves Saint Laurent, or if you’ve worked up an appetite, head to Four Seasons Hotel George V for Michelin-starred perfection across a trio of restaurants.

Plaza Athénée knows how to make an impression with its coveted Avenue Montaigne address (shoppers, prepare to swoon), iconic red awnings, and picture-perfect Eiffel Tower views. If you’re after a boutique hotel with bags of style, Maison Barrière Vendôme offers just 26 rooms, suites, and apartments, each inspired by iconic women. As for SO/ Paris, its Bonnie Club steals the show during Fashion Week, transforming into a late-night hotspot for the stylish elite.

New York

New York is the ultimate fashion playground. Stroll down Fifth Avenue and pop into Saks, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton. Head to Brooklyn for cool indie boutiques, then enjoy light bites at Harriet’s Rooftop at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge and soak up stunning views. Get cultured at the Met, or wander through High Line’s galleries like a true art connoisseur. Finish your night with cocktails at The Standard, High Line – where the views are as iconic as your outfit.

Hotel Barrière Le Fouquet's brings a certain je ne sais quoi to Tribeca with a whirl of pastels, an indulgent spa, a speakeasy-style bar, and a brasserie dishing up a menu by Michelin-starred chef Pierre Gagnaire. Nearby, Robert De Niro’s Greenwich Hotel is all about the little details. Hand-moulded bricks, Carrara marble, and Moroccan tiles make every corner worthy of its own photoshoot. The lantern-lit swimming pool and spa, housed in a 250-year-old Japanese farmhouse, offer a serene escape from the city.

Milan

A fashion powerhouse, Milan is the kind of place where espresso is sipped in style, luxury boutiques line every street, and breathtaking architecture provides the perfect backdrop for the city’s chic crowd. Shop ‘til you drop in Milan’s golden triangle, then relax in the serene garden restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel Milano, just steps from the Duomo. And, of course, no trip would be complete without a wander through the beautiful Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

Nothing says style quite like the Armani Hotel Milano, where Giorgio Armani’s signature design, rooftop cocktails, and a front-row seat to Milan’s fashion scene steal the spotlight. Portrait Milano, Ferragamo’s latest masterpiece, transforms a historic seminary into a chic retreat with Michele Bönan-designed rooms in the heart of the fashion district. And Casa Cipriani Milano? It’s got serious style credentials – think a chic bar for late-night Bellinis and a lovely spa with an entrance inspired by the Venetian lagoon.

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