It’s The Festival – Time To Party! August has kicked off and in Edinburgh , that can mean only one thing… The city has become the center of all things art, comedy, circus, music and theater – A weird and wonderful month full of crazy days and crazy nights! Here are some Red Door Gallery party favorites to see us through the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe and International Festival in style!
Woah – look at this funky little guy, dressed to stun and ready for some festival fun! These cute critters are by brilliant designer Claire De Lune. A Scottish ceramic artist and painter living and working in the sunny seaside town of Margate. Claire De Lune has a playfulness with materials and she has created her own immersive world of characters and symbols – little talisman islands of love and hope. These little Alma Figures are the perfect lucky charms for bopping about the Fringe in high spirits with!
Festival City by David Fleck is a fantastic representation of August Edinburgh. The city transforms into a melting pot of tourists, locals and performers – pretty much doubling the city’s population! Where do they all go? The Royal Mile and Old Town is full of shows, pop up bars, street performers and shops and very popular! This print by Fleck captures the energy of the Fringe beautifully!
Always best to plan ahead! With so much choice of shows and events to attend, a little bit of forward planning is well worth it. These nifty and stylish Week Planners by Wald are ideal. Plan your week strategically to make sure you get the most out of your Festival experience! Schedule your shows, your meals, your sightseeing and your nightlife effortlessly with stylish stationary ideas by Wald!
The International Art Festival during August gives us a chance to experience world renowned exhibitions, theater, music and much more with unique talks and workshops available to those keen for a good dose of art! This Picasso risograph print by Thundercliffe Press is a bold and elegant artwork that captures the spirit of Picasso and his work in one fell swoop. Bright, striking, colourful and some good painterly stripes- a delightful print!
What about these stunning silver earrings by Polly Collins?! The Silver Moon Drop Studs are hand made and exquisite – ideal for everyday wear and for wearing until late at night when the real moon comes out to play! These earrings are a real conversation starter and what better time to make new friends than during the Edinburgh Festival when the city is full of the most fascinating people!
It’s the Party Girls by Claire Fleck! This print is lots of fun with its three festival ready girls who know where to find the best cocktails! With their awesome outfits and fab hair – they’ve got the look! Either these girls are the guests of honor at the hottest events in town, or they are the event – and what a glamorous show they would be!
Discover one of our newest jewellery designers, DUST Studio – these are the Memphis Party Earrings – because nothing says party more than some wiggles and sprinkles! These truly, happy earrings are just what we need to get into that Festival spirit! Nothing can get you down when wearing these awesome earrings, handmade in Glasgow – they’ll bring smiles to faces and compliments galore, be the life of any party!
The Encore by R R Turner is a beautifully illustrative print inspired by the thrill of the stage and the wonderful feeling experienced after watching a great performance! There will be many shows during the Edinburgh Festival and with a bit of luck we’ll all get to see one that totally inspires us and leaves us wanting more! A great part of the Festival is discussing shows we’ve seen – so be sure to share your recommendations with friends and support the shows you think are fantastic!
A wearable map to help you navigate Edinburgh whilst looking Festival fabulous! Created be Mr PS this Edinburgh Map Clutch Purse is so useful – keep your keys, phone, purse and tickets safe as you explore the beautiful city! You’ll not have a care in the world whilst you explore the crooked streets of Old Town because you’ll have this secret, fashionable and navigational accessory – simply genius! Good luck this Festival and have lots of fun! If you’re in town, come say hey! 🙂