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Style Domination Goes to London, Part 1

Hi all!

I’m super excited!  I will be heading to London soon to visit my dear friend Jen.  I wish so much that she lived closer, but hopping on a plane to visit her in one of my favourite cities in the world ain’t so bad!

I love everything about London.  The sites, the history, the architecture, Princess Kate, London’s amazing energy…it can do wrong in my eyes.

This post will be dedicated to my previous trips to London, highlighting some of my favourite memories of one of my favourite cities.  Most of my family still resides there, so it holds an extremely special place in my heart.  For those of you who don’t know, I’m a Brit myself, leaving London when I was about 2 years old to come to Canada with my mom and dad.

Stay tuned for my Part II which I will post after my visit with Jen!

Enjoy!

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He wasn’t as thrilled as I was.
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Erika goofin’.

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Having a glass with the bride-to-be, Nicole!
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Fabulous lunch at the Duck & Waffle – A++++
Jen and the darling husband, Ryan - xoxoxox
Jen and the darling husband, Ryan – xoxoxox
Removed Aviation Cocktail at the Duck & Waffle, topped with a pretty violet!
Removed Aviation Cocktail at the Duck & Waffle, topped with a pretty violet!
Not only was the food absolutely delectable at a the Duck & Waffle, the interior was soooo cool.
Not only was the food absolutely delectable at a the Duck & Waffle, the interior was soooo cool.
Ceramic poppies, Tower of London Remembers, August - November 2014
Ceramic poppies, Tower of London Remembers, August – November 2014

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Gorgeous St. James Park. Thanks for the stunning photo, Ryan!
Gorgeous St. James Park. Thanks for the stunning photo, Ryan!
Crazy old coot at St. James Park! Look at his feet!
Crazy old coot at St. James Park! Look at his feet!

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Stunning Westminster Abbey - a highlight for me
Stunning Westminster Abbey – a highlight for me
Three princesses at Buckhingham Palace! Erika, Dom and Alice
Three princesses at Buckhingham Palace! Erika, Dom and Alice
Frog made of small leather goods at Louis Vuitton! So cute!
Frog made of small leather goods at Louis Vuitton! So cute!
My ever-so-stylish sister Alice and my Aunt Gail!
My ever-so-stylish sister Alice and my Aunt Gail!
Gear house tour at the Tower Bridge
Gear house tour at the Tower Bridge

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The Hinds Head Bray - possibly the BEST meal I've had in my life. This is their famous Old Fashioned. That vapour is infused with demerara brown sugar. It smelled and tasted wonderful. WOW.
The Hinds Head Bray – possibly the BEST meal I’ve had in my life. This is their famous Old Fashioned. That vapour is infused with demerara brown sugar. It smelled and tasted wonderful. WOW.

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Lovely little dessert #1
Lovely little dessert #1 – rhubarb trifle
Lovely little dessert #2 - Quaking pudding. So delicious! Look at that fabulous apple!
Lovely little dessert #2 – Quaking pudding. So delicious! Look at that fabulous apple!

Hope you enjoyed my little photo album!  LOL!  Ever been to London? What are your favourite sites/restaurants/shops? What are your favourite international cities?

xo,

Dominique

Dominique Baker
Dominique Baker

Dominique is a Canadian-based fashion and beauty influencer with a strong voice in Ottawa’s black community. Since launching her blog Style Domination in 2015, she has amassed a global fanbase. Dominique shares her life through beautiful imagery and compelling story-telling that speaks to her fans on a personal level. She’s been featured in The Guardian, Flare, The Kit and Cityline. She also hosts events for Dress for Success, the Gem Conference, and has been named a United Way Person 2 Know for the past three years.

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  1. Apoorva
    April 19, 2015 / 10:14 am

    Ah, you lucky you! I’d love to visit London one day, but you have a safe and a really memorable trip ?

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  2. plus+beauty27
    April 19, 2015 / 1:58 pm

    Lovely post! I hope to visit London one day! <3 xo

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    • Style Domination
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      April 19, 2015 / 2:50 pm

      You will love it! Especially the shopping! Lol! There is a store there called Kiko – like Sephora but much more inexpensive. The colour ranges they sell for lipsticks, glosses, eye shadows, blushes and eyeliners are mind-boggling. Can’t wait to go stock up!

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      • plus+beauty27
        April 19, 2015 / 6:28 pm

        Oh I have heard of Kiko! I didn’t know much about it though. That sounds amazing! I love a good bargain!! 🙂

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  3. flowerchika
    April 19, 2015 / 3:19 pm

    Now I want to visit London too 😉

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    • Style Domination
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      April 19, 2015 / 4:10 pm

      Maybe I should organize a blogger group trip – lol!!

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  4. Dana Fashina
    April 19, 2015 / 9:04 pm

    Oh yaaay!!
    Looking forward to pt.2 🙂 🙂

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  5. Alice
    April 20, 2015 / 5:54 am

    Such great pictures! I’ve been to London three times and absolutely love it, it’s one of my favourite places <3 Xx

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  6. beautybygigi
    April 20, 2015 / 7:41 am

    Love the pictures, London is amazing! X

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  7. Mirela
    April 20, 2015 / 9:02 am

    Wow – those are some amazing pictures!!! I want to go too, now! 🙂

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  8. stashmatters
    April 20, 2015 / 10:42 am

    So jealous! I have been to London but only briefly. I want to go back and spend proper time exploring the city. I miss Marks & Spencer’s!

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    • Style Domination
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      April 20, 2015 / 9:36 pm

      Omg! M&S! I miss it too! I also always pop into Liberty of London, the giant Topshop at Oxford Circus and if I’m feeling brave, Primark!!

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  9. Lourdes @ Tribeloco
    April 20, 2015 / 12:10 pm

    This is so amazing! I’ve only been once, but I love everything about London as well! Have a great time on your trip! I cannot wait to see pics from your adventures.

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  10. thebeautylane
    April 21, 2015 / 10:02 pm

    How exciting ! Yay 🙂 I don’t really have a favourite anything in London , I usually let my husband take the lead ( he’a British ) . Oh, I usually spend a good part of my time in Westfield mall ( shepherd’s bush ) when it rains… Have fun in London ! X

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    • Style Domination
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      April 21, 2015 / 10:48 pm

      Oooh! Sounds great! Feels like it rains constantly in London, although I got lucky the last two time I was there – sunny weather and warm temperatures!!

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  11. faiza_beyoutiful
    April 22, 2015 / 3:18 am

    *sigh* London….I lived there for 3 years and met the love of my life there! It holds a very special place in my heart! Thank you for helping me reminisce through your lovely photos! x <3

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  12. janandjot
    April 29, 2015 / 10:01 am

    Omg amazing pictures!!! I hope to visit London next year and you make me want to go even more lolol <3 xoxo Janet

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    • Style Domination
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      April 29, 2015 / 10:10 am

      OMG – you will have a blast! London is SO COOL and has such a vibrant energy! The shopping is off the hook and there are solo many amazing restaurants. It’s crazy expensive, so start saving NOW.

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      • janandjot
        April 29, 2015 / 10:29 am

        LOLOLL that’s my fear is how expensive everything will be 🙁 I hope to stay with my friend so at least I won’t be paying for a hotel but ugh I know I need to start saving every penny now <3

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