Official group photo, courtesy of Tweed Run.
Sunday 6th May saw the return of the London Tweed Run. Five-hundred of us gathered together with our steeds for what still remains the most sartorial cycle in the city. There were some excellent surprises throughout the day, including a celebrity rider taking part for the first time...
When The Boy & I were confirmed as having places, we both excitedly started wardrobe planning for the event. He put together a splendid outfit this year, which made me happy...
When The Boy & I were confirmed as having places, we both excitedly started wardrobe planning for the event. He put together a splendid outfit this year, which made me happy...
Cycling Cap: Vélobici
Shirt: Hawes & Curtis
Tanktop & Tie: Tweedmans Vintage
Breeks: Courtesy of @thefixedfactor
Argyle Socks: J. Alex Swift
Brogues: Clarks Shoes
My planned attire for the day was a beautiful dress from Anthropologie. As that adage goes, "the best laid plans of mice & men go oft awry"; the man in this situation was fine, making me the mouse... the dress didn't happen! A last moment shopping trip (and the odd piece from previous TR outfits) resulted in an alternative outfit, which was a tad more boyish...
Vintage LV Scarf: Borrowed from Mamma Vélo
Rose Earrings: Massimo Dutti
Jacket: H&M
Satchel: Cambridge Satchel Co.
Jumper & Loose-fit Capri Trousers: Mango
Mocacasins: Massimo Dutti
With the threat of rain holding out, we rode across London to the registration point, Princes Gardens in Kensington, where we met our good friend and first-time Tweed-Runner Chloe. She looked stunning with her brand new Pashley Sovereign!
Assembling for the group photo infront of the Royal Albert Hall was brilliant. It was such an inspired choice & provided a spectacular and fitting backdrop for the occasion. Posing duties done, we all set off on the ride - bells dinging and caps doffing! The various bicycles taking part in the ride came in all shapes, sizes and interesting guises...
It's never the same route for each ride, and the one plotted out for this year certainly didn't disappoint. It involved some of London's best known landmarks, including Buckingham Palace to the delight of bemused tourists and Tower Bridge. What I really enjoyed about this one was the wonderful little side streets it included & cycling though the City on a Sunday when the traffic is lighter was perfect...
Of course, coming from a cycle-style point of view, the best sights on the Tweed Run for me had to be the Dapper Chaps, Dames & the adorable Dogs who turned out in their best attire!
Coming to a halt for the the legendary Tea Stop, we arrived at the Imperial War Museum. Cakes and brews were kindly served to riders indeed of warmth and refreshment...
Not only is the Tea Stop a chance to refuel, it's always a marvellous opportunity to meet new people taking part! It's always a joy to meet new Tweed Runners and get their opinion on the day.
Of course there is the chance to catch up with friends and familiar faces including the gorgeous Jeni Yesterday and Beth Gwenllian of The Vintage Mafia...
Teas done and cakes demolished, we all set-off for the last leg of the ride heading towards our final destination... The Blacksmith & The Toffeemaker pub in Islington! I was certainly in need of something a little stronger to drink...
... as was the ever stylish Miss Fleur de Geurre who met us all at the Pub... after doing a half-marathon that morning!
A well deserved Pint if ever I saw one! Now, if I could look even half as good as this after running a marathon, I'd be a very happy Lady indeed!
In between drinks, there was the very important business of the competitions to attend to. Judging commenced for the two biggest titles of the day: "Most Dapper Chap' and 'Most Dashing Dame'... with none other than Graham Coxon on the judging panel!
Coming to a halt for the the legendary Tea Stop, we arrived at the Imperial War Museum. Cakes and brews were kindly served to riders indeed of warmth and refreshment...
There was also a surprise of hot food provided by super-marshall Briggsy... the man is a genius!
Not only is the Tea Stop a chance to refuel, it's always a marvellous opportunity to meet new people taking part! It's always a joy to meet new Tweed Runners and get their opinion on the day.
Teas done and cakes demolished, we all set-off for the last leg of the ride heading towards our final destination... The Blacksmith & The Toffeemaker pub in Islington! I was certainly in need of something a little stronger to drink...
In between drinks, there was the very important business of the competitions to attend to. Judging commenced for the two biggest titles of the day: "Most Dapper Chap' and 'Most Dashing Dame'... with none other than Graham Coxon on the judging panel!
It was an absolute pleasure to meet Graham (and his Piggy!) - and he most certainly looked the part for the day!
Once again, it was absolutely wonderful to be part of the Tweed Run - well organised, immense amounts of fun and another Ride that won't be forgotten. Massive love goes to all of the Marshalls who volunteered for the day and got us through the streets of London unscathed...
and of course to the team behind the Tweed Run, Ted and Jacqui for a brilliant event and for inviting me and The Boy along...
Photography provided by Ian James* - further pictures can be viewed here.
*a.k.a 'The Boy'... thank you x
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