Hot on the Highstreet Week 190

The Christmas bonus is in the bank, the New Year festivities are over and it’s time to start that health kick and book a summer holiday… What better way to motivate you than the gorgeous, sexy, and terrifyingly skimpy heidi klein bikinis.

Last week my workmates complained as a smartly wrapped box was delivered to me at my desk. This immaculately presented present was from heidi klein, the stylish British designers who ensure you are holiday-ready all year round. The brand was launched in 2002 when Heidi Gosman and Penny Klein noticed how the British highstreet lacks holiday gear outside of the usual summer months. Their luxurious swim and beachwear offers women a fashionable, comfortable and flattering range all year round, so you can get the perfect holiday wardrobe whenever you choose to go away. And as the brand continues to flourish, the heidi klein collections continue to expand and soon menswear and children’s range will also be available.

Though every piece is beautiful, from flip flops to kaftans, it is the bikini sets which are perhaps the most desirable. Blissfully soft, stretchy and unusually comfortable, they are made from the finest fabrics to ensure the quality, shape and colour remains in top condition. Carefully and thoughtfully designed to flatter every curve and contour of the female body, I was amazed by the effects when I tried my lovely svelte black bikini on. With a girly bow at the front of the top and a folded over seam on the bottoms, I loved the detailing of the bikini. And though this design is no longer available the new 2014 collection is equally attractive, with some lovely bold bright designs to fall in love with.

So when January is good and done, reward yourself for all that exercise and lack of alcohol with a holiday abroad and a beautiful bikini  from heidi klein that will last you a lifetime.

heidi klein can be purchased online at www.heidiklein.com and in store at 257 Pavilion Road, Sloan Square, SW1X 0BP and 174 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RW in London and at various boutiques and department stores globally.

For more information go to www.heidiklein.com and become a friend at Facebook/heidiklein

Limbo, Southbank

After seeing the mentalist Derren Brown I have decided that some kind of superhuman powers do actually exist. Limbo showcases superhuman talents of other kinds: physical strength, bravery and daring creativity. I’ve seen many of the Southbank’s Udderbelly summer productions but this show was significantly the most impressive and engaging.

With less of the clowning around and more hardcore awe-inspiring acts, it is impossible not to be amazed by these crazy artists as they eat fire, swing backwards on poles over the audience and contort and balance with unbelievable facility and confidence.

The band are magnificent too, providing a wacky soundtrack to the acts. Composer and musical director Gene ‘Sxip’ Shirey has created an experimental and imaginative score with contributions from various cast members. He uses a harmonica, tuba and megaphone throughout adding a sense of mayhem to the action.

I could highlight the individual performers but really a show like Limbo is all about the ensemble and magical teamwork. Each using their own special talents, the cast members create a 75 minute show that is addictively good. Big ideas on a small scale always carry a risk but Limbo triumph with staggering dexterity and wonderful charm.

Continues until Sunday 29 September, more information here.

www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whatson/limbo

Opera Holland Park 2013 season

There are a few things in London that signify the start of summer for me: Opera Holland Park‘s season is one of my favourites. I have fond childhood memories of appearing on the stage of this magical musical company. The open-air theatre still captures the imagination of audiences every night.

I returned to see Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci (or Cav & Pag as they are affectionately known). The singing was sublime and the setting idyllic. With the calling peacocks and warm breeze it is the perfect place to enjoy a British summer evening.

Having just moved to the Holland Park area, I can’t wait to enjoy the rest of the season at this wonderful theatre.

Book here for upcoming shows: the timeless L’elisir d’amore and the incredible I gioielli della Madonna.

www.operahollandpark.com