How to ring in the New Year in Knightsbridge

If you’re planning a getaway for the festivities, start by investing in a super-chic new case care of Tumi. Its ultra-light, hardshell cases come in a range of sizes, with the smallest being just 55cm, perfect for slotting into the overhead compartment on your next flight abroad. Our favourite? This mauve textured number.

International Expandable Carry-On 55cm, £630; Tumi, 55 Brompton Road, SW3 1DP

But of course, who needs to fly when the world’s chicest, most luxurious hotels are in the neighbourhood, each promising to make New Year’s Eve a night to remember. At The Lanesborough, guests will be treated to a champagne welcome and a six-course dinner alongside entertainment at The Lanesborough Grill. Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park is offering guests a bottle of champagne alongside any New Year’s stay, while The Emory Rooftop Bar is the place to go to enjoy some spectacular views of the London skyline (and perhaps spot some fireworks). The latest opening from the group behind Claridge’s and The Berkeley, The Emory is also London’s first all-suite hotel – perfect for soundless sleep, post-party.

If New Year’s Eve for you is synonymous with black tie then hit Caroline Castigliano for an evening dress to remember. Specialising in couture, Castigliano might be best known for her bridal creations, but her cocktail dresses and custom-made corseted ball gowns have also been worn by London’s chicest women. Treat yourself to a bespoke beauty for the most memorable night of the year.

Evening & cocktail wear, price on request; Caroline Castigliano, 154 Brompton Road, SW3 1HX

With its holistic approach to beauty and wellbeing (its renowned aesthetic and body treatments are all about balancing mind, body and soul), The HVN is the perfect place to pamper ahead of any big event. The head-to-toe Signature Cocoon Suite Ritual offers a full hammam experience, including exfoliation, mud mask, steam and massage, and is perfect for anyone looking to unwind, or, our particular favourite, the Albiva Lift & Firm Facial, which uses a mixture of lymphatic massage and powerful botanical skincare to leave skin looking firmer, fresher and more glowy than ever. Heaven (or should we say HVN?)

Signature Cocoon Suite Ritual, £450; Albiva Lift & Firm Facial, £180; The HVN, 57-63 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7BF

Once suitably relaxed and refreshed, a NYE blowout will add the ideal finishing touch to your glow-up. Sanrizz are the whispered-about salons in charge of making London’s chicest women look put together. Their blow-drys start from just £37 and will leave you with the shiniest, most luxe locks in town.

Blow dry, from £37; Sanrizz, 134 Brompton Road, SW3 1HY

Begin the evening with plates of hand-pulled Beijing noodles, classic filet mignon and glazed prawns with walnuts at Mr Chow, Knightsbridge. The upscale Chinese restaurant is the brainchild of Michael Chow and legendary diners include the Rolling Stones and The Beatles. Come together at this high-end establishment before you twist and shout, and finally say, ‘here comes the sun’.

Mr Chow, 151 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7PA

With live music, DJs and some of the best cocktails in the capital, Nolita Social is the bar to be at if your idea of a great New Year’s Eve is all about Studio 54-style glamour. The Bulgari Hotel’s downstairs late-night bar is all plush decor and low lighting which make for a great setting to party. Its New Year offering follows its tried-and-tested formula: good music, even better drinks.


New Year’s Eve Tickets, £60; Nolita Social, 4 Knightsbridge Green, SW1X 7QA


Words: Alexandra Jones’