Ritzy!

On my way to see the RA's superb exhibition "Bronze", where I knew I wouldn't be allowed to take photos, I took out my blipping frustration on the concierge team of the Ritz, the other side of Piccadilly from the RA. Why the white gloves on the shoulder, I wonder?

Here is an entertaining little piece from CNN about the so-called 'myths' of luxury hotel concierge-hood.