by Katerina Romanou

A private club that continues to be a status symbol worldwide for 60 years is located at 46 Berkeley Square in Mayfair, London.

Annabel’s owes its name to Lady Annabel Vane-Tempest-Stewart, wife and founder of Mark Birley. With luxurious velvet tapestries, high-value paintings, handmade mosaics with precious stones, golden Lalique faucets crafted with stunning pink onyx, with the floating unicorn in the chandelier of the main lobby, the club is the epitome of extravagant aesthetics, highlighted by a storm of colors, deafening on four floors. It has a restaurant, bars, private cigar rooms, it is famous for the strict process of welcoming new members, the dress code and the high level of service.

It is the only members club and nightlife venue that was visited by Queen Elizabeth. Celebrities and royals are in attendance, paparazzi flashes all around. Among its members we read names like Jack Nicholson, The Rolling Stones and Frank Sinatra. Since way back in 1963, six decades of glittering history have built the reputation of Annabel’s, placing it at the pinnacle of first class gastronomy and entertainment.

The annual participation fee is £3,750 plus £1,850 for registration. Cheers!

Photos by Paul Griffiths