In contrast to Paris, London's christmas windows are altogether more quirky and eccentric. Fantasy seems to be the motif this year ...
For instance, Liberty's windows are weirdly Wonderland themed, a kaleidoscope of colour ...
(Flowers at the entrance to Liberty)
... and Carnaby Street is transformed into an array of colourful planets ...
Spaceman Santa descends from the rooftops, while musicians blast carols beneath pink and orange planets ...
... the colour scheme echoed in shop windows.
St James' church on Picadilly glows eerily behind suspended lanterns
on the way to Fortnums, where the windows are more traditional, and richly opulent ...
the street outside reflected in this silver ball
(side entrance to Fortnum & Mason)
Bond Street defies the recession with nouveau riche style ...
... Cartier wrapped up in a giant red bow
All she wants for Christmas is a Chopard diamond necklace to go with that fur ...
