Some of St Albans’ most influential women were the special guests for a lunch at The Ivy.

Herts Advertiser: Sophie Banks and Angie Cronin from Loudbird PR with laywer Nawal Benothman and author Angela Clarke. Picture: Loudbird PRSophie Banks and Angie Cronin from Loudbird PR with laywer Nawal Benothman and author Angela Clarke. Picture: Loudbird PR (Image: Archant)

Women from the fields of fashion, law, the media, acting, culture and photography attended the lunch, which was held in the semi-private dining area at The Ivy in Verulam Road.

The guests included former mayor Cllr Annie Brewster, BBC presenter Martine Croxall, actor and agent Leoni Kibbey, fashion blogger Melanie Wall, photographer Claire Churchhouse, novelist Angela Clarke and lawyer Nawal Benothman.

Also attending were Lisa Bates-Wallis from the Chamber of Commerce and Donna Nichols and Deryane Tadd from fashion boutiques Chloe James and the Dressing Room.

Sophie Banks from Loudbird PR, who organised the event, said: “We gathered a group of dynamic and successful women to enjoy the stunning private dining space. The food was delicious!”

Herts Advertiser: St Albans' most influential women at The Ivy St Albans Brasserie. Picture: Loudbird PRSt Albans' most influential women at The Ivy St Albans Brasserie. Picture: Loudbird PR (Image: Archant)