Using the site of an historic Clerkenwell shop, a pop up space will be transformed into an eclectic parlour where friends and family can gather to engage, think, express, play games, and – most importantly – relax and enjoy a unique old-world experience.
This wistful pop up that will take place from March 5th to 10th will be hosted by Mistress of Manners, Dana Gornitzki, Editor of MIEN Magazine – a newly launched website dedicated to etiquette, culture and style.
The idea behind the Parlour is to switch off your mobile phone and return to the roots of what a parlour was used for: a lovely living space where one could receive visitors in the most polite way possible. The Parlour pop up will be a place to write letters, engage in good conversation, play games like cards, drink punch and enjoy soothing music.
The Parlour hopes to take guests away from the fast-paced, intense, digital world we live in, inviting them to interact and engage with each other in a charming setting.
During the day, the Parlour will be the perfect place to come read a book, write letters (or in your journal!), peruse art and other anecdotes left by visitors, or have a relaxed chat away from the busy streets of the city.
On select afternoons and evenings, the Parlour will feature unique nostalgic workshops (hyperlink to schedule) and play time: an assortment of delightful happenings including parlour games, poetry recitals, writing workshops, vintage screenings, listening to old records, and a few other handsome surprises.
Most importantly, the Parlour will be free of mobile telephones, computers and modern-day gadgets, making time for quality, face-to-face conversations.
