February—the month of love, luxury, and meticulously planned soirées. While Valentine's Day may steal the spotlight, the VIP crowd knows romance isn’t just about roses and chocolates—it’s about the right outfit, a power-packed guest list, and an exquisitely set table.
From ultra-exclusive fashion launches to lavish galas and Champagne-fuelled dinners, our favorite It-girls and tastemakers are spending the month proving that style and spectacle go hand in hand. Whether dazzling in designer at a star-studded soirée or sipping cocktails at an intimate candlelit affair, February’s social calendar is set to be a masterclass in modern-day romance—couture, cocktails, and captivating company included.
Read on to see who's been on the 'Guest List' this February in London...
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Haute Horticulture
Longchamp's latest soirée was no ordinary fashion dinner. To unveil its SS25 collection, Live Green, the French house transformed London’s Garden Museum into something far beyond an ode to horticulture. Our editor Natalie Salmon, who was in attendance, explained it was "A celebration of craftsmanship, creativity, and the uncanny beauty of the natural world—Longchamp proved that even a garden party can be groundbreaking when done right." What could have been a 'quaint' tribute to British gardening became instead a surrealist fantasy—lush, unexpected, and utterly transportive. Guests, including Emma Appleton, Lady Eliza and Amelia Spencer (not to mention a handful of former H! Fashion cover girls; Amelia Gething, Ruby Sear and Sarah Lysander), dined at a table draped in sculptural rhubarb. As the evening unfolded, the lights dimmed between courses, a theatrical flourish punctuated by bursts of classical music. When they flickered back on, gasps rippled through the room—each reveal showcasing a new masterpiece from Skye Gyngell’s Michelin-star-worthy menu. Bottom line? Gingham never looked this cool until now.
The Maine Attraction
'A Taste of Royal Ascot 2025' brought fine dining and high society to The Maine Mayfair on February 3. Guests indulged in an exclusive sit-down tasting, previewing exquisite dishes by Royal Ascot's 'Chefs in Residence', including Tom Shepherd and Simon Rogan. Lady Mary Charteris mingled post her DJ set, while model Ellen Francis Gibbons kept her entire table entertained with her wry wit. With world-class cuisine and an elite guest list, the evening embodied timeless elegance. The highlight of the evening? A surprise cake presented to Raymond Blanc to celebrate his ten-year tenure at Ascot.