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HILDE IS THE WORK OF ME, ANNÉ LADEGAST-CHIU.

My roots lie in the German countryside by the Baltic Sea, and together with my husband of ten years, Rob, I cherish a life that blends nature with London’s cultural diversity; embracing the best of both worlds.

When I’m not planning beautiful celebrations, you’ll find me outdoors gardening, hiking or skiing, where I’m just as happy as I am in an art gallery, boutique hotel or at a day spa. I’m naturally drawn to quality over quantity, bold interiors, low lighting, texture, colour and really good food. 

Beyond life’s tangible luxuries, it’s the quieter, heartfelt moments I treasure most: the sound and smell of the sea, laughter with friends gathered around a table, and thoughtful words or gestures when least expected.

It was my love of hosting and looking after people, combined with a lifelong passion for all things beautifully organised, that inspired the launch of HILDE in 2017. The name is a tribute to my Oma (grandmother) Hilde, whose legendary gatherings in the garden of her home I remember with such fondness.


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KIND WORDS

/ AUBREY & BEN

Although these words will never fully be enough or express our full gratitude. Thank you for being so patient, detail-oriented, thorough, thoughtful and creative. Thank you for everything! You brought it all to life and allowed us to simply enjoy the process and weekend in full. All our love, Aubrey & Ben