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"One should either be a
work of art, or wear a work of art"
Oscar Wilde
"She wore far too
much rouge last night, and not quite enough clothes. That is
always a sign of despair in a woman."
- Oscar Wilde
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Where to
stay and where to drink:
I have
often stayed in the Philbeach Hotel
in Earls Court
(see my review under 'Where to Stay') and can confirm that
it is very tranny-friendly. There are often nice girls
hanging around the smallish downstairs bar in the evening -
this is a very discrete venue, and you don't have to stay at
the hotel to have a drink (you can change and glam-up in the
loos). It will usually get a bit busier later in the
evening (say 0900) although don't expect crowds. On
Thursdays, there is a tranny night at Ted's
Place (an even more discrete bar, a five minute
taxi ride away) and a few of the girls stay at the Philbeach
on that night - returning to perch on the barstools in the
hotel bar after Ted's closes. (Note, Ted's Place is now
closed on Saturdays - which used to be another tranny night
- sorry girls!)
Where to
go:
As I
mentioned above, Ted's Place in Earls
Court has a tranny night (including admirers, of
course!) on Thursday's and Saturdays (disco or sometimes
Karaoke). It is open 1900 until late (probably until 1 or
two in the morning), although I would expect it will be
fairly empty until around 2100. £5 entry. Read my detailed
review of Ted's under 'Raunchy Venues'.
Whilst I have been to Ted's on regular gay nights, I have
never been on a TV/TS night. However I have heard that it
attracts a good crowd of girls who have a good
time. Ted's staff are among the friendliest I have met
on the scene in London.
Ron
Storme's 'Club Travestie': this club in Stepney is a real
stomping ground for TVs, TSs on Saturday nights - these are
themed with different entertainments - you can find it at
373 Commercial Road, in Stepney, E1 (adjacent to the George
Tavern). Check out Ron's website on www.ronstorme.com
to find out more, or the info line on 020 8788 4154.
Where to
get made up:
If you
are in search of your favourite treacle and cucumber face
pack, then you might check out the salon called 'Pop-In'
which is advertised in the 'TV/TS News' (mentioned below),
and which welcomes TVs, TSs and drag queens. I have no idea
if it is any good, but here are the services they currently
advertise: full range of hair, beauty and wig services, also
waxing, tanning, shower and changing facilities. What more
could a girl want - except a make-up consultant at £20 per
hour. Tel (0)20 7735 4371. It is at 6 Cleaver St, Kennington
SE11. Probably best to ring in advance to check out times
and what is currently on offer.
Where to fill your wardrobe (and empty your wallet?):
If you
only take size 12 shoe (for mainland Europeans, that equates
to an elephant), and just can't find a decent pair of 6 inch
stilettos anywhere, then you should be in luck at
'Doreen Fashions'. According to Doreen's advert in 'TV/TS
News' (see below), she purports to have everything for the
smart woman's wardrobe'. So unless you cultivate a
scruffy-unkempt-slut look, it is probably worth checking
out. You can choose from Betty's range of coats, dresses,
underwear, shoes and accessories - and of course stiletto's
up to 12's. Hmmm, seems pretty irresistible. Doreen is open
0930-1830 Mon to Sat and sometimes 1000-1600 on Sun - but
she suggests you should ring to confirm. You can find Doreen
at 644 Lea Bridge Rd, Bakers Arms, London E10. Tel (0)20
8539 4578. http://www.doreenfashions.co.uk
Where to
get more information
- TV
TS News:
this is a newsletter published in the UK. It is
usually out on the shelf (along with other
leaflets and fliers) at First Out Cafe-Bar (see my
separate reviews of First Out under 'Where
to Eat' and 'Gay bars')
and also at Teds Place
(see under Raunchy Venues). It seems pretty
comprehensive and includes details of special
events, personal adverts, adverts for
services (e.g. dressing services etc) and a
comprehensive list of venues and help-lines
throughout the country. The newsletter also
has the following contacts which may be useful:
Telephone (0)20 7609 1093
Fax (0)20 7609 6910
E-mail: [email protected]
Web http://www.crag.dircon.co.uk/news
- London
helpline:
(0)20 8333 7392 (before 9pm)
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