CORONATION CHIC

BY FELPHAM FASHION GURU VICKY BOOKER

It’s the King’s coronation coming up soon and we have an extra bank holiday – yay! Whether you’re planning a classic street party, having a relaxed one at home, or have been invited to a posh do of any kind, I’ve put together a few ideas of outfits fit for a King!

Summer Garden Party

This green maxi dress (left) from River Island is the ideal garden party look. Plus, it ticks four – yes four of this season’s key trends! Firstly the colour; spring green is one of the top colours of the summer, next it’s a lovely light sheer fabric, but not too see-through. Ruffles are another tick, and these ruffles are asymmetric, which is not only on-trend but also super-flattering.

A Posh ‘Do’

If you want to go for it and take the opportunity to dress up, this beautiful floral dress from Phase Eight (right) fits the bill. There’s that asymmetry again with the one shoulder strap, and the fit and flare shape gives a gorgeous hourglass silhouette. And as if it’s not lovely enough as it is, it’s got POCKETS! This would be a great buy as it would take you through the wedding season and be great for Glorious Goodwood too.

Coronation Street Party

Hopefully, the British weather will be kind and the sun will be shining. This gorgeous blue jumpsuit (left) from UK brand Sosandar is a linen blend so should keep you nice and cool without creasing too much. This would look just as good with metallic wedge sandals or white leather trainers if you need to be comfortable running around dishing out sandwiches …

A more Relaxed Affair

And if you’re chilling watching at home, or want something a bit more casual, these patterned loose cotton trousers (right) from Karen Millen would be a good choice. The bold print makes them more interesting and again they can be dressed up with heeled sandals and a silky blouse, or down with a t-shirt and flats.However you celebrate that Coronation, have fun and stay stylish!

If you’d like some help with picking the best looks for you, get in touch. I can help with auditing your wardrobe and shopping with you to make sure you’re buying wisely. If you’d like some help with staying stylishly cosy this spring, do get in touch to see how I can help – I offer a Personal Shopping service as well as styling.

www.vickybooker.com and email: vicky@vickybooker.com

Local History By Sylvia Endacott

I was recently asked if I knew the history of the very popular Lobster Pot in Felpham? There was a building on the site in 1894 but eventually in the mid 1920s a Mr Garfield had a tea cabin constructed – did he know what he was starting? One of the early pictures shows the items for sale included bathing costumes, postcards, kites etc. and it is known that in the early days it was possible to buy tobacco here.

The hotel behind was constructed in the mid 1920’s and actually butted directly onto the cabin and still today the chimney breast of the hotel is almost within the Lobster Pot. During the Second World War, service personnel were billeted here and it was Canadian service personnel who resided at the hotel and there was a walk through to the tea room which was used for their meals.

There have been a number of owners one of whom during the early 1960’s named it Perdigo and it opened in the evenings. During this time it had a juke box, pinball machines and a small bar. This only lasted a short period of time until new owners took over and stayed for about 4/5 years.

It was not until the early 1980’s that it was named today’s popular Lobster Pot, for the obvious reason that the fishermen used to keep their lobster pots at the top of the beach and the café began serving the refreshments we know today.

ARUN & CHICHESTER (AIR) ENTHUSIASTS SOCIETY

AirACES www.airaces.org.uk

Patrons – Sqn Ldr Richard (Dick) Kharegat RAF (Retd) – ex Vulcan, Victor, B52 Pilot Wg Cdr Robert (Bob) Prothero MRAeS, MIMgt, RAF (Retd) – ex Victor Pilot

Monday 22 MAY 2023 - 1900 for 1930 hrs

‘Like Like Father Like Son – the story of a WW2 Spitfire Ace and the son who followed in his footsteps’ presented by Air Marshal Graeme ‘Black’ Robertson CBE, BA, FRAeS, FRSA, RAF (ret’d)

Join Air ACES for an evening in the company of Graeme ‘Black’ Robertson, an illustrious and famous former RAF pilot, who flew front line fast jets.

‘Black’s father was a decorated Spitfire ace, whose brief wartime career was ended by injury, and ‘Black’ himself was a Cold War flier who retired in 1998.

Illustrated with stories of their shared experiences, the Air Marshal will reflect, not just on parallels a generation apart, but also on the changing face of the RAF.

AirACES is an aviation talk society, providing its members with regular talks, given by experts in many different fields related to the world of aviation. The talks are held at the Chichester Park Hotel, Westhampnett Road, Chichester 7pm for 7.30 start. Members £5, visitors £7 and under 16s FREE. Doors open at 6.45pm no pre-booking, no reserved seating For further information about AirACES, please see www.airaces.org.uk, or call David Batcock on 01243 823007.