Thandie Newton, Tory Burch and Laura Bailey

Where: Bond Street
Joanne Black Style: Stella McCartney top, Alaia belt, Stephen Webster earrings and Jitrois leggings

I bring great news! Tory Burch is now in Bond Street. Ok, so not exactly the designer herself – known for making New York chic affordable – but the next best thing – her newest store.

Described as ‘the next big thing’ back in 2005 by Oprah, Tory Burch has built up a rather enviable following in recent years. The high street loves her; celebrities such as Chelsea Clinton and Rachel Weisz love her, and Irish stylists love her. What more could a fashion label ask for?

Erika Stasiuleviciute and Joanne Black

Judging by the fab launch party in January, Tory is going to do great things for the London fashion scene. She approaches dressing women of any age in such a great way – blending trendy and stylish looks really well and offering great print and colour combinations. It’s no wonder then that the party had such a star-studded line up – including Thandie Newton, Laura Bailey and Joely Richardson.

Whether or not you’re a fan of her ballet flats, you’ll need to make some time to visit the new two-level store – which comes complete with lime green floors and mirrored walls. It’s as fashionable as the collection. Enjoy.

Where: Automat
Joanne Black Style: Lanvin dress and ankle boots, Plein Sud fur, Alexander McQueen clutch, Stephen Webster earrings and a Damiani ring

You could be forgiven for thinking that the words glamour and adventure don’t often make it into the same sentence – let alone the same wardrobe. But, thanks to Charles Finch, whose new Chucs Dive & Mountain shop has just opened on Dover Street, we can all now look as stylish on the beach – or hiking through the mountains – as we do in the boardroom.

Finch’s brand may be new, but those close to him know it’s the result of a life-long dream for this film director, producer and CEO. It comes as no surprise then that stars from film, TV and fashion – including Emma Thompson, Bob Geldolf and designer Roland Mouret – came out to support his Jamaican-themed launch. With burgers and fries and Chuc’s cocktails to wash it all down, Automat provided the perfect setting to celebrate London’s newest seasonal holiday wear line.

Joanne Black and Olivia Cole

When you’re the son of an Academy award-winning actor and the grandson of the man who invented the puffa jacket – before ascending Everest in 1922 – producing an exclusive adventure fashion line for the stars seems like a natural step. And I won’t be the first to say I’m so glad he has. I’ve already invested in a Giles Deacon print bikini – Giles designed the print especially for the brand – and a pair of high-waisted shorts, which Cate Blanchett collaborated on, and I can’t wait to hit the streets of LA to try them out.

If his inaugural spring/summer collection is anything to go by, glamourous adventurers are in for a treat. I’m already looking forward to the next collection, where I hear an updated version of his grandfather’s original jacket will be making a rather stylish entrance.