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The Amalfi Coast (Costiera Amalfitana), a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a stretch of coastline in the Gulf of Salerno. This beautiful site consists of 13 small villages, animated by the crowds the whole year long. The main towns along the coast that most tourists visit are: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. The road that unifies these cities is also known as the Road of 1000 bends (the name says it all!), where visitors drive through lemon groves while enjoying the coastal view as they make their way into the heart of the region.   Amalfi With its fishing port, shingle beach and crowded streets, Amalfi is a charming destination.  In the past, Amalfi was a large maritime republic competing with big, naval trading hubs like Venice, Genoa and Pisa. Today this city is well known for its stunning architecture, ceramics and of course, limoncello. The centre of the town is Piazza del Duomo, which is dominated by a striped Norman-Arab style cathedral – the Duomo di Sant’andrea. 62 steps will separate you from the main entrance, but be careful on the ascent! It is said it is bad luck to climb the stairs while holding hands. We highly recommend exploring the cloisters and ...

Are you looking for new releases or a different kind of sound? From this month we are excited to share with you the Les 100 Ciels love for music and our edit of new artists we are listening to. Feel involved within the Les 100 Ciels community with a selection of the best tunes played at our stores, and be able to listen to them whenever you want and wherever you are! Say Hello to your late summer soundtrack with the freshest releases from Sampha. Born in 1988, the Londoner Sampha Sisay is a singer, songwriter and beat maker, who lent his voice to international artists such as Drake, Kanye West and Solange. By the end of 2017, Sampha has released his first solo album, Process. We love Sampha as nobody’s voice swoops more elegantly and mournfully than his and every lyric comes across as deeply felt. Click here to listen on Spotify. Plastic 100 C Blood On Me Kora Sings (No one knows me) Like the Piano Take me inside Reverse Faults Under Timmy’s Prayer Incomplete Kisses What Shouldn’t I Be?

Well, it looks like the summer in London isn’t going anywhere for a while, so settle in and embrace it. Whether you’re planning on spending your weekend in the sun or searching for air conditioning, there’s plenty going on. If you still haven’t  decided what to do this weekend, check out our guide on where to spend this Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Friday – Hyde Park installation (June 19th – September 9th)  We are expecting Friday to be the hottest day of the week, so why not spend it with some fresh air in Hyde Park while admiring the first UK outdoor artwork by 83 year old Bulgarian-born artist, Christo, titled, ‘The London Mastaba.’  Constructed using 7,506 oil barrels on a floating platform, that continues Christo’s use of barrels, a material he has used since 1958, chosen initially for its sculptural effect and low cost. This year his sculpture of an ancient Egyptian tomb reaches 20 meters high and will be part of the Serpentine Lake and its surroundings and as per Christo’s wishes, it will be free to the public, with no ticket and no owners- it will belong to everyone. “The colours will transform with the changes in the light and ...

There are plenty of reasons to visit creative, attractive and renowned neighbourhood, Clerkenwell. With a perfect combination of new venues and established London favourites, Clerkenwell is a hidden gem and won’t leave you short of choices for local activities. The Les 100 Ciels team took to the streets of this bustling neighbourhood, with dancer Esmee Lobley, who frequently passes her days here, chosing some of her favourite pieces to wear on a day out in Clerkenwell. Follow us around the area and get inspired with new places to go and some tips for summery dressing! First up was our Greta mini dress, the perfect day to evening dress for the season. Made with a colourful print, modern bell sleeves and crochet finish on the neckline.  On bright and cloudy days alike pick one of the many popular lunchtime spots that this area boasts. Fancy Italian? Unlike most markets, Exmouth Market booths are only open throughout the week, however you can still stop over the weekend to find the perfect spot for a nice coffee, cocktail and obviously delicious food! And why not add some colour to your wardrobe? With its knotted front detailing, Mett represents the classic choice on casual days this ...

Pretty old town, with wine tasting and beautiful viewpoints.   Porto is Portugal’s second-largest city, home to 240,000 people, with the heart of the community still concentrated in the medieval old city – the Ribeira. Porto is a pleasant, small city filled with stunning architecture, a flourishing foodie scene and beautiful bridges crossing the great Douro River. The pace of life is much slower than capital Lisbon, making it feel much more a village than a metropolitan city. Even on a short visit here, you can get a really get a sense of the city, relax and enjoy an espresso along the riverfront or appreciate the culture, architecture  and stunning city landscape. Ribeira is definitely the best spot to start your journey around this attractive city. Porto has a long history behind it, and this is evident here, where intricately tiled buildings and narrow, cobbled streets are everywhere. Set on thigh-challenging slopes that run down to the River Duoro, this picturesque neighbourhood spreads up into the hills behind with tiny houses painted in colourful tones and dramatic views of the the Dom Luís I ironwork bridge that dominates Porto’s waterfront.  Azulejos It would be impossible to walk around Portugal and not notice all of ...

Since 1877, Wimbledon Tennis has been one of the most recognised tennis championships, hosting hundreds of royals, celebrities, and visitors from around the world and playing a central role in the foundation of many famous tennis careers. As far back as the nineteenth century, the accepted tennis outfit for players were plain white, long-sleeved shirts and trousers for men and full-length corseted white dresses and hats for women. It was not until the 1920s and 1930s that the players, (particularly the female players), began to experiment with their clothing. Shorter skirts, shorts and sleeveless tops were all introduced, some more daring than others, to provide ease of movement and an expression of individual personality and style. While tennis style evolved to be practical and comfortable this was never at the expense of fashion. High-profile athletes like Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova found their own ways to have fun with their outfits, (think tennis dresses made of lace and even denim) and often attract as much attention for what they wear as their backhands. Tennis outfits have often inspired the masses too, like the white V-neck sweater used by Bill Tilden, still today remaining a classic staple in men’s fashion. Advances ...