Sloane Street, one of the world's most luxurious shopping destinations, is marking the festive season this year with a personalised five star Christmas shopping service. From Wednesday 11 December to Saturday 14 December, the street will be lined with traditionally dressed, multi-­lingual butlers to assist shoppers with their every need.

Reflecting the street's status as being amongst the leading international retail destinations, the butlers will be fluent in a range of languages including Russian, Arabic, Mandarin and Portuguese. On hand to open car doors, carry shopping bags, provide directions and offer information about Sloane Street's luxury retailers, the butlers will provide a concierge service per excellence to match the exceptional retail offerings of the street.

Hugh Seaborn, CEO of Cadogan Estates comments; "Underlining Sloane Street's position as a world-­leader in luxury retail and Britain's unparalleled reputation for elegant service, we are delighted to bring a quintessentially British shopping experience to our domestic and international visitors this December."

In addition, Sloane Street is partnering with two of London's finest hotels, The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane, to offer their hotel guests an indulgent and exclusive 'Five Star Christmas Shopping Experience.' Hotel guests will be chauffeured to and from Sloane Street in a Rolls Royce Phantom where they will be met by acclaimed personal shopper and model, Angela Dunn. A two-­‐hour personal shopping and styling consultation will be provided by Ms. Dunn as Sloane Street's personal shopper in residence.

After a day of shopping guests of the hotels will enjoy the Dorchester's award-­ winning Festive Afternoon Tea in the hotel's majestic Promenade, followed by a soothing foot massage in the award-­‐winning spa. This exclusive service will be available by appointment only to guests of The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane.

Sloane Street's Five Star Christmas Shopping activity will take place between 12pm-­‐7pm from Wednesday 11 December to Saturday 14 December.

For more information or to book the exclusive 'Five Star Christmas Shopping' experience with The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane please contact reservations on +44 20 7629 8888 or send an email to reservations.TDL@dorchestercollection.com  

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Editor’s notes
Terms and Conditions for exclusive ‘Luxury British Christmas Shopping Experience’
• Prices for the experience are from £602 and cannot be redeemed with any other offer
• The exclusive ‘Luxury British Christmas Shopping Experience’ is a service available by appointment only to guests staying at The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane
• Bookings should be made at least one calendar week in advance, and experience is subject to availability
• Chauffeur and car will be available between 12 pm until 7pm and is only for travel between Sloane Street, The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane
• Bookings to be made direct with The Dorchester on +44 20 7629 8888 or send an email to reservations.TDL@dorchestercollection.com  

Rates for a Superior King at The Dorchester start from £426 including VAT and breakfast
Rates for a Superior King at 45 Park Lane start from £523 including VAT and breakfast

Sloane Street Retailers
Spanning womenswear, menswear, footwear, accessories, fine jewellery and watches, Sloane Street’s luxury retailers offer every visitor something truly unique. Not only do many of the world’s most iconic brands choose to house their flagship UK stores on Sloane Street, but these stores stock some of the most sought-­‐after and exclusive products in the world, many of which are unavailable to buy elsewhere. Sloane Street’s retailers include Tom Ford, Louis Vuitton, Dolce & Gabanna, Valentino, Saint Laurent, Dior, Miu Miu, Vercace, Gucci, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Prada, Chanel, Roberto Cavalli, Hermes, Marni, Bulgari, Harvey Nichols, Salvatore Ferragamo, Sergio Rossi, Alberta Ferretti, Ermenegildo Zegna, Ermanno Scervino, Moncler, Pegasi, Fratelli Rossetti, Escada, Jimmy Choo, Emilio Pucci, Bottega Veneta, Tods, Loro Piana, Guiseppi Zanotti Design

Restaurants
Sloane Street, and the surrounding area, is home to some of the capital’s leading restaurants, incorporating a range of international cuisine, specialist restaurants, casual and fine dining.

From Great Taste at the Cadogan Hotel, Dinner at the Mandarin Oriental, The Rib Room at Jumeirah Carlton Tower, Zuma, Zafferano, Fifth Floor Restaurant at Harvey Nichols, Koffmann’s at The Berkeley and il Ristorante at the Bulgari, visitors to Sloane Street will find their every taste catered for.

Hotels
A favorite location of the internationally mobile, Sloane Street and its environs are naturally home to some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, including The Berkeley, the Mandarin Oriental, The Cadogan, and Jumeirah Carlton Tower.

www.sloanestreet.co.uk

The Dorchester Dorchester’s Collection iconic British hotel, The Dorchester is situated at the heart of London’s Mayfair on Park Lane. The hotel offers guests a selection of 250 suites and rooms including three roof suites and 22 newly renovated suites, many affording expansive views of Hyde Park. Some of London’s top dining is available to guests at The Dorchester including, three Michelin star Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester serving contemporary French cuisine; China Tang serving authentic Cantonese dishes; and exceptional modern British dining at The Grill at The Dorchester. Award-­winning Afternoon Tea is served in The Promenade and The Bar at The Dorchester re-­‐invented the glamour of the classic cocktail hour. Calling The Dorchester a hotel is like calling champagne a fizzy drink or caviar a sandwich spread. The hotel rejects bland luxury in favour of an unabashed celebration of opulence in décor, a level of service that is nearly telepathic, and food and wine that is gloriously over the top. www.thedorchester.com

45 Park Lane
Dorchester Collection’s ninth hotel, 45 Park Lane opened just opposite The Dorchester on 1 September 2011 with Wolfgang Puck’s first venture in Europe, CUT at 45 Park Lane. Throughout the intimate‐sized hotel, luxurious and contemporary interiors by New York based designer, Thierry Despont, provide a club­‐like feel offering international guests a smart, central environment from which to enjoy London. Each of the spacious 45 rooms and suites offer views of Hyde Park, as does a spectacular Penthouse Suite with wrap around terrace offering panoramic views across London. A striking central staircase leads to a mezzanine featuring Bar 45, a resident’s Library and the restaurant’s private dining room, the Media Room.

www.45parklane.com

Angela Dunn
Angela Dunn’s career as a model on the international circuits of London, Paris and New York has spanned 20 years during which time she has worked closely with fashion brands such as YSL, Lanvin and Hermes.

Angela has been the face of many TV and advertising campaigns worldwide and has featured in numerous fashion magazines such as Vogue, Harpers & Queen and Elle. She continues to make her mark in the industry appearing frequently in various style and fashion trend articles.

Her passion for all things fashion has enabled her to build on a solid international as well as celebrity client base as a personal shopper and stylist. Angela has the ability to instantly recognize her client’s needs whether it be for everyday wardrobe wishes, executive outfits, evening or resort glamour, gift shopping or items for the home. Working closely with her clients and understanding their expectations, Angela promises promise a successful and inspiring shopping experience.