10.01.2012

Playing Tourist in Notting Hill {London}


With my lovely tour guide: Briony

I'm still enjoying my play time in London and spent a good portion of my weekend exploring Notting Hill. The charming yet quirky pastel colored storefronts and apartments reminded me of my old neighborhood in San Francisco and made me instantly feel right at home (I sure do miss that city). I met up with my favorite London blogger, Briony (A Girl, A Style), who was sweet enough to give my sister and I more of a "local's tour." 


Portabello Road was one of the first bullet points on my London 'to-do list,' (a) because I love Notting Hill the movie and wanted to find the bookstore, which is sadly closed by the way, and (b) because any kind of market is right up my alley (antique, flower, farmers, etc.). For being the tourist destination that it is, it's still full of treasures (I'm bringing quite a  few gems home) and I couldn't get enough of it



Wearing: Vince Leather Jacket, JCrew Chambray, Rodarte Tee, 
Rag & Bone JeansBooties and Fedora, Joie Bag, Jennifer Fisher Cuff.


I'm not even a big Robert Patternson fan, but for some reason I really wanted this tee. I took this photo instead, as I thought my guy would prefer that alternative. 


Briony also took us along Westbourne Grove where we popped into Maje, Diptyque, Ottolenghi and Tom's Deli just to name a few. For brunch we all ordered the same delicious dish of eggs and avocado at Granger and Co.


Thanks again B for showing us around!

35 comments:

Andrea said...

Oh I love Notting Hill and Portobello Road! Enjoy your time in London!
xo Andrea
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Sarah said...

Notting Hill looks so lovely, lucky you that you got to see it!

Keep calm and carry lipstick.

THE STEL STYLE said...

I love Notting Hill, it's a lovely place

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Closet Fashionista said...

I loved Portabello Road as well, I wanted to go because of Bedknobs and Broomsticks (and Notting Hill, ha ha)
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Laura @ A Little Bit of Lacquer said...

Absolutely gorgeous photos! I'm loving your laid back look!

Laura @ A Little Bit of Lacquer

Collections said...

You ladies look wonderful, loving all your Rag and Bone gear! I'm sad to hear that the book store from Notting Hill is closed! I love that movie.

Collections

far and wild jewelry said...

you look great in these shots, love your london look! i am so jealous of your tour of portabello road, the damage i could do there! and i'm swooning over that buttery leather jacket and that rodarte tee.

abigail
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Tiffany Elam said...

I love everything about your outfit- the hat, tee, boots- but this Vince leather jacket is to DIE FOR!! Hope you're having an amazing time in London.

Tiffany
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Chelsea said...

Your outfit is perfection!!!

Chelsea
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A Girl, A Style said...

Aww Alicia, I love this! I had such fun with you and your sis (so good to finally meet) and can't wait for your next London visit to show you more favourites!

Safe travels back and see you in New York!

Briony xx

Corey said...

I love graphic tees for this fall season!!

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The Glitter Life said...

Amazing pics!

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Grace - Stripes and Sequins said...

Such fun photos - jealous that you got to hang with Briony... I'm sure she was the perfect tour guide!

Jane said...

This just confirms how much I need to visit London. Love the outfits you have been posting too - love seeing your everyday style.

April said...

I've been aching to travel and I'm definitely wanting to make a trip to London now! Looks like you're having the best time!

Sorella Style said...

So fun! I was just there a month ago - during Carnivale so all the shops on Portabello were closed. I love getting to see them through your photos - thansk!!!

Angie said...

That looks really fun! I need to plan a London trip, feel like I'm missing out.

Dana McDowell said...

It looks like the best time. Love this outfit.

Khatija and Anjum said...

you look beautiful
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Lexi said...

Is it lame that I'm totally disappointed the bookstore from Notting Hill is closed?

Nicole Marie said...

ever since notting hill the movie i have been OBSESSED with notting hill(the place)

Caitlin said...

I love love love your layering here! So perfect!

XO,
Caitlin
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Shannon said...

I love these photos and your outfit is absolute fall weather perfection! I'm obsessed.

- Shannon
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Susie said...

Love these shots – really feels like they capture the neighborhood.


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Katies Bliss said...

When I plan a trip to London I am definitely coming back to all your posts :)

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natseesstyle.com said...

Such wonderful photos! Looks like it was a beautiful (albeit overcast!) day in London.

xoxo,
Nat

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Marissa at Style Cusp said...

Looks like the best time - I am STILL so jealous :) Your photos are gorgeous!
Safe travels home xo

DNA (designers+artists) said...

Such great photos, love the hat.

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la petite fashionista said...

how amazing to have a personal tour guide. they do have the best shopping in london! i so would have bought that queen elizabeth plate as a souvenir! :)

if you ever make it to madison, wi i'll be happy to give you a tour! :D

BrooklynBlonde said...

Loved following your trip through instagram and your blog! Seemed like such a magical time... makes me want to go back ASAP!

Styleclouds said...

You look lovely! The photos are amazing and I love following you on your trip! xo, Christina

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ekta said...

You are looking fantastic! Love your hat!
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Cassidy Short said...

Just lovely!! Want those tea pots & tea cups :)

xoxo
Cassidy

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stephanie schuurman said...

I Love your outfit! I'm all about embracing hats this fall season. Yours is stunning with your hair colour! xo

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Rachelle said...

you're outfit si made out of basics but it's still very fab. Love your aesthetic.
xo
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