Last night, John Lewis kicked off the festive season in true London style, celebrating the launch of its new Christmas campaign, Where Love Lives, with an exclusive party at Café KOKO in Camden.
The evening featured a surprise live performance from Alison Limerick, who delivered her timeless 1990 anthem “Where Love Lives” — the soundtrack for this year’s campaign. Her performance lit up the legendary venue, reminding guests why the track remains one of dance music’s most cherished classics.
Star-Studded Celebration
The guest list was brimming with familiar faces including DJ Fat Tony, Clara Amfo, Jamie Winstone, Henry Holland, and Ruth Codd — all dressed in stunning looks available at JohnLewis.com.
Adding to the night’s energy, father-daughter DJ duo Alex and Kim Turnbull (@alexturnbull23 and @kim_turnbull) performed together for the first time, mixing rare groove, house, and punk influences into an electric set that kept Camden dancing late into the night. Their performance perfectly embodied the campaign’s message — celebrating connection, family, and love across generations.
The Looks We Loved
Of course, it wouldn’t be a John Lewis event without some seriously stylish fashion moments. Guests wore standout pieces from brands available at John Lewis, including Kin, Mango, Jigsaw, IRO, and LABRUM London.
Here’s what they wore:
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Alison Limerick: Tara Metallic Stretch T-Shirt by IRO (£190), Tyzio Metallic Maxi Skirt by IRO (£260)
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Jamie Winstone: Pinstripe Wool Rich Shirt Dress by Jigsaw (£295)
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Clara Amfo: Ruched Jersey Midi Skirt (£35), Sleeveless Ruched Jersey Top (£29)
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Fat Tony: Panelled Denim Jacket (£149), Panelled Jeans (£109) — both by John Lewis x LABRUM
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Henry Holland: Washed Zip Front Bomber Jacket (£99), Washed Utility Gilet (£69), Chino Trousers (£49) — all by Kin
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Kim Turnbull: Bridgette Halter Neck Top by Mango (£22.99), Bergen Single Breasted Stripe Blazer (£89.99)
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Alex Turnbull: Cotton Rib Knit Baseball Cardigan (£139), Canvas Cargo Trousers (£109) — both by John Lewis x LABRUM
Where Love Lives: The Message Behind the Campaign
This year’s Christmas campaign from John Lewis embraces togetherness, inclusivity, and the joy of human connection — values that feel especially powerful during the festive season. The retailer continues its tradition of heartfelt storytelling, using music and emotion to remind us all that “Where love lives, everything sparkles.”
