A Floral Chapter – Celebrating 250 Years of Jane Austen
For the highly anticipated 11th edition of Sketch in Bloom,’ the iconic Mayfair ‘destination for experimentation’ presents a floricultural tribute to Jane Austen in celebration of what would be her 250th birthday. Throughout its history, Sketch – a renowned Grade II* listed building – has been home to an impressive litany of creative pioneers and institutions, from the esteemed Royal Institute of British Architects to the London atelier of Christian Dior.
Sketch will transform its grand neoclassical spaces into a blooming homage to one of England’s best-loved authors, Jane Austen. The illustrious London venue has invited some of the most sought-after floral designers to dive into the world and mind of this treasured writer.
Visitors can revel in the whimsy and romance of a dreamlike, wild English Garden through captivating installations created by Lucy Vail Floristry, Ricky Paul and Rob Van Helden. Additional highlights include a ‘living portrait’ photo opportunity to pose as Austen herself, at a regency-style writing desk against a stunning countryside dreamscape created by artist Meg Boscowen.
As part of this elegant and immersive homage, Sketch is offering a special afternoon tea inspired by Jane Austen, served in an exclusive, ornate silver new tea set, for £115 per person.
Sketch has also collaborated with Penguin on an exclusive edition of Pride & Prejudice and Emma. 200 copies of Pride & Prejudice and 200 copies of Emma will be available as limited-edition Vintage Collector’s Classics.
| Duration | 01 May 2025 - 01 June 2025 |
| Times | see website |
| Cost | see website |
| Venue | Sketch |
| Address | 9 Conduit Street, London, W1S 2XG, , |
| Contact | 020 7659 4500 / info@sketch.london / www.sketch.london |