Tag: mayfair
Icons October 2022
Rakish Icons: The Bright Young Things
In 1930s London, a group of Bohemian and aristocratic socialites came to be known as ‘The Bright Young Things’ or ‘The Bright Young People’ by the British tabloid press. Their flamboyant parties, romantic escapades, and their interest in American jazz held the public imagination, and within their number, some of the greatest artists and commentators of their generation.
News January 2019
Bennett Winch Open Up On Duke St: The Modern Retail Space
Bennett Winch has teamed up with one of London’s foremost barbers, Stefan Avanzato, to create a modern-day man cave that needs to be experienced.
Style July 2016
Creative Urgency: James Allen & Elliot Hammer
As you may be able to tell, James Allen and Elliot Hammer, owners of Birch creative agency, do not dress like your stereotypical creative types. The Rake discovers why.
Pleasure April 2016
Members Only
In the world of the capital's genteel clubland, we at Rake Towers endeavour to explore every sybarite's privilege through private members access.
Pleasure January 2016
A Marked Success
To coin a phrase from our American cousins, there is a new hottest joint in town. It is demure, elegant, comfortable and discreet. Mark's Club, the venue which originally opened in 1973…
