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Biba, Barkers and Billionaires: Kensington

7 April, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Biba ad c1969 model Ingrid Bolting Photographer Sarah Moon
Kensington High Street memories include the hey day of boutique Biba culminating with the exotic Big Biba opening in the Derry & Tom’s building in 1973 only to close in 1975. Close by remains the art deco gem of Barkers. But a few hundred yards away lies a very different world, that of billionaires. Vast mansions were built in the mid 19th century for financiers and entrepreneurs and as they moved out, embassies and consulates moved in. Explore these different worlds with Rachel Kolsky  to enjoy stories of fashion, finance, furniture, film and more.

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