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Here at BrandAlley, we’re celebrating Wimbledon men’s finals today with loads of savvy bargains in our sales. Including ace offers on Emporio Armani sunglasses, Forever Unique plus Valentino Red bags and shoes – and more.

And if you’re not glued to the screen, here’s our pick of stylish goings-on…

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Designing 007: Fifty years of Bond style

Fancy a day’s snooping with the smoothest secret agent ever? Head over to the Barbican for an amazing new exhibition celebrating 50 years of James Bond films. It’s a glamorous showcase of more than 400 famous costumes and cult items, revealing the inside story of the design and style of the world’s most influential and iconic movie brand. Highlights include Ursula Andress’s white bikini from the very first Bond film – Dr No (1962), Halle Barry’s orange two-piece from Die Another Day (2002), Bond’s 1964 Aston Martin DB5, gadgets, special effects and lots more.  Oh, and you can sip Bond-style cocktails in the Martini Bar and experience the 007 lifestyle, shaken or stirredl!

David Bailey’s East End

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Talking of icons, David Bailey – one of the East End’s most famous sons and reputedly, the best photographer of his generation – has a brilliant new exhibition of his pictures at London’s Royal Docks. Over the past 50 years, he’s regularly returned to photograph the stomping grounds of his youth. With the Olympics approaching and the world’s focus on east London, these fascinating photos from his personal collection document the changing streetscapes, characters and scenes of east London life from the early 1960s to the present day. Go to CREATE 2012’s website for details.

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Kensington Palace Party

Head over to Kensington Palace for the second day of their free, fun weekend of dance workshops, storytelling, art activities and lots more by the Golden Gates in the lovely Palace gardens. Inspired by the two Diamond Jubilee Queens – Victoria and Elizabeth II, join in the fun and dance your way through the most popular styles of their reigns. Find out more here.

Gems: Killerton’s historic fashion exhibition

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If you’re in Devon today, or any time until 4^th November, make a detour to the National Trust’s Killerton House for a fabulous, vintage fashion fix. In this wonderful rural setting, you’ll discover ‘Gems’, an exciting exhibition presenting elaborate clothes and accessories in honour of HM the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. You’ll see a truly extravagant array of historic fashion, jewellery and beautifully decorated shoes, many representing the best of British design and manufacture. And you can even try on replica costumes!

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Make a festival-happy button bracelet

Perfect your boho-chic festival style with this super-simple button bracelet. Just raid your button box and follow the instructions on All About You. Bring on the summer love!

Happy Sunday!

Jo x