If you’re looking for a London Afternoon Tea with a fashion twist, The Kensington Hotel has created one of the most imaginative experiences in the city right now. Launched to coincide with the Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art at the Victoria and Albert Museum, this Kensington Afternoon Tea blends couture-inspired design with classic British tradition - making it a must-visit for both food lovers and fashion fans.

The savoury course delivers exactly what you want from a London Afternoon Tea menu - with elevated, thoughtful touches.

The beetroot and goat’s cheese tart stands out immediately: crisp, buttery pastry filled with earthy beetroot and balanced by the salty tang of goat’s cheese. It’s simple, but executed with precision.

Equally memorable is the crab and caviar brioche - a bite-sized indulgence that captures the essence of luxury Afternoon Tea in London. Soft, pillowy brioche meets sweet crab and the briny pop of caviar, creating a perfectly balanced, rich mouthful.

The dessert course is where this fashion Afternoon Tea truly shines. Inspired by the bold, surrealist designs of Schiaparelli, each dessert is crafted to look as striking as it tastes. The standout is The Pink Parfum: a glossy ruby-coloured chocolate bust that immediately commands attention. The result is fruity, slightly tart, and beautifully balanced - proof that this is more than just style over substance.

No Afternoon Tea in London would be complete without scones, and here they deliver exactly what you hope for. Served warm with clotted cream and jam, they’re soft, buttery, and comforting - bringing a sense of tradition to an otherwise fashion-forward experience.

This Kensington Afternoon Tea manages to do something rare: it feels thematic without being gimmicky. Instead, it thoughtfully reflects the creativity of the Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art while still delivering on flavour, quality, and atmosphere. The service sets the tone for the entire experience. It’s warm, attentive, and genuinely thoughtful without ever feeling intrusive - staff anticipate what you need before you ask, from perfectly timed tea refills to guiding you through the menu with ease.

Find out more about Fashion Becomes Tea Afternoon Tea and book here to try for yourself.