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Newsletter 2nd December 2015
Dear All,
 A big thank-you to all those that came along and supported the official launch of the Fashion Technology Academy (FTA) last Wednesday.
The launch was held in conjunction with the ‘looksgreat’ designer fashion show where all ten designers showcased have been selected to present and sell designs on the new ‘looksgreat’ website due to go live in the New Year. A big thank-you to The Cult of Fashion and their team for producing such a slick fashion show.
The launch also provided the chance to celebrate the dedicated learners that have already undertaken a range of FTA courses, some of which have gone on to the next level of learning or have landed a job.
Presentations of the Awards were made by Juliet Herd Editor of Hello! Fashion Monthly Magazine, Patron Lord Stone and a special award was presented to George Filkins by Alex Pritchard (pictured below left) the under-21 rising star player for Tottenham Hotspur.
 Speaking at the event, Alex said: “Coming through the Tottenham Hotspur Academy, I understand the importance of apprenticeships for young people who know which career path they want to take. It was great to meet the young apprentices and see the projects they are currently working on. I wish them the best of luck with their careers.”
Jenny Holloway, CEO at Fashion Enter / FashionCapital, added: “We really believe that the Fashion Technology Academy is the single most important initiative we have ever undertaken. We will be able to help thousands of people gain real work based skills that will lead to employment. With the on-shoring of garment manufacturing that is occurring now the timing of the Fashion Technology Academy is perfect. Our sincere gratitude to Haringey Council, ASOS and DWP for their overwhelming support.”
Councillor Joe Goldberg and Councillor Claire Kober both stated that they were fully committed to supporting manufacturing in Haringey and stressed the importance of real skills for real jobs in the borough.
To read all about the launch event and fashion show click here
The FTA at The House of Commons
A group from the Fashion Technology Academy were delighted to be invited to The emfec Group Annual Parliamentary Reception at the House of Commons yesterday (1st December). The event celebrated the achievements and successes of emfec colleges and ABC Awards Centres throughout the last academic year. Fashion Capital CEO Jenny Holloway attended with Head of Technical, Christine Brennan along with a number of Fashion Technology Academy students.
Congratulations to Sharren Awere (pictured below first left) for completing her apprenticeship with M&S and landing the newly devised job as Technical Administration Assistant with the retail giant.
Apprenticeships Now Available
We have apprenticeships currently available with M&S, ASOS.com, New Look and Topshop.
To find out more and apply click here
Plus General Jobs
We are also posting up new industry jobs weekly to view click here
The Inside Scoop from House of Quinn & The Fashion Studio Team
House of Quinn is an independent menswear brand representing conscious design with a modern approach. Simple style statements that have a story.
“I first came across Fashion Enter and the Fashion Studio back in 2012, when I first met Jenny Holloway and approached her with my initial design ideas for the brand. She was full of enthusiasm and at the time I had no money. She encouraged me to believe that it would work and that I could make it possible. The Fashion Studio and the people that work there have been nothing short of amazing.
“The service is incredible. I had previously worked with factories with such unprofessional standards, which cost me a lot of time and sleepless nights. But when I went to Fashion Enter, the team helped me at every single stage. Even when things were tough, they helped me out. I could not be more grateful to Jenny and her team. They are waving the flag for British manufacturing and not only helping me, but many others to achieve their personal and business goals.
“The day they sent me back my final sample, I could have not been happier and I have never seen a sample made so impeccably well in all my time.“ – House of Quinn
http://www.houseofquinn.co.uk
 Fabric & Sample Sale
Many thanks to all those that attended our Fabric & Sample Sale last Saturday, it was our best yet! The monthly Fabric & Sample sale will now take a Christmas break for the month of December and will return Saturday 30th January 2016. For those in regular need of quality fabrics please make a note that our sales take place on the last Saturday of each month at the Fashion Technology Academy in Haringey North London.
Coming Soon – FC Fabric Studio
The FC Fabric Studio – soon you won’t have to wait until the last Saturday of the month…we are currently developing a new website where you can browse and buy our fabrics direct. Due to launch the end of the year – watch this space.
On FashionCapital This Week
Life & Business Coach Eric Gilston asks ‘How Grateful are You?’ in Personal Development. While Fashion Retail Academy student George Donnelly reviews key shapes, colours, fabrics and street style influences from three key trends presented at the Topman SS16 show in London. Elsewhere Mr Manolo Blahnik shares a notion we can all agree with: “I say to students you learn so much more at the factories,” he states while speaking at his recent book launch; click here to read the full story.
Boutique Pick of the Week
A well-cut dress in a gorgeous fabric can certainly take you places and with party season in full flow it’s handy to have a frock or two waiting in the wings. This Atkinson Placement Floral Dress by Finery London is made from precisely cut organza with a wide flattering neckline and a nipped-in waist to define the silhouette. Elegant, timeless and flattering plus made in the UK – what’s not to like?
Atkinson Placement Floral Dress by Finery London £129
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