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NEWSLETTER
Dear all,
Scoop International
British Designers @FashionCapital is delighted to be exhibiting at Scoop, the new International Collections show in London showcasing contemporary international designers and emerging talent for autumn/winter ’11.
Taking place at the Saatchi gallery, Sloane Square from 13th – 15th February, this bi-annual show will bring together at the Saatchi Gallery in London international contemporary fashion designers and collections.
Scoop is the brainchild of Karen Radley industry expert, and with leading global designers and collections from Betty Jackson, Sara Berman, Plein Sud, DKNY and Vivienne Westwood taking part Scoop is set to become the destination London fashion show.
www.scoop-international.co
The Trench Submission Deadline
The deadline on14th February is drawing closer and closer and we would like to remind you of the important factors you MUST consider for your entry!
FABRIC MUST BE CONFIRMED AS STOCK FABRIC TO ALLOW LARGE QTYS TO BE PRODUCED.
WE ARE DEALING WITH TIGHT DEADLINES AND A FAST TURNAROUND SO LEAD TIMES MUST BE NO MORE THAN THREE WEEKS MAXIMUM.
FINALISED AND ACCURATE COSTING SHEETS MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR THE DEADLINE.
IF YOU ARE SELECTED A SECOND SAMPLE WILL BE REQUESTED FOR PR IN THE UK. PLEASE ALSO NOTE THAT THE SAMPLE SUBMITTED WILL BE TAKEN AWAY TO PARIS.
SAMPLES MUST BE AT THE SHOWROOM BY THE 15TH OF FEBRUARY NO LATER THAN 5PM.
AND FINALLY PLEASE REMEMBER TO FILL OUT ALL SECTIONS IN THE SUBMISSION PACK AS WE REQUIRE ALL OF THE INFORMATION FOR THE SELECTION. IF YOU DO NOT COMPLETE THE SUBMISSION FORM THE SAMPLE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
BrandAlley Le Lab Perfect Blouse is now Live!
The sale from our designer search with BrandAlley is now live! Make sure you follow the link and support our designers buy purchasing your favourite blouse HERE
The Art of Fashion – in the press!
The Art of Fashion takes place next Tuesday 15th February and is set to take pre London Fashion Week celebrations by storm! Already coverage has been seen in the Metro, Glam Uk and a double page spread in Urban Life Magazine!
The exhibition at BD @FC in Portman Village will see original pieces from illustrators and graphic artists, each depicting the lines, styles and inspirations of fashion. Each work embraces the shapes, movements and emotions of fashion – some of the pieces in the Art of Fashion collection were the starting sketches and drawings that inspired fashion lines that later hit the catwalk.
See further press here!
Workshops on the legal side of people working for you
Lots of organisations have people working as “interns” or on “work experience”. Many of these people are not being paid, when in fact they should at least be getting National Minimum Wage. It’s true that if someone is really not working (and aren’t supposed to be!), then minimum wage does not apply. But the exclusions from minimum wage rules are specific – most people qualify. Check out the full article to give you a start on seeing if you could be storing up trouble with potential fines and back pay.
There’s a lot of confusing information out there about the legal side of having people work for you. Some of it is plain wrong, and some is not well known … but is just waiting to trip you up.
Find out what works and what doesn’t. What are the pitfalls, and how to go round them
Christopher Head is a barrister with over thirty years experience in the employment field. He is a specialist adviser to Fashion Enter.
Christopher is running a series of three short seminars, aimed at giving you a quick, clear view of the information you need to keep away from problems and trouble when you have people working for you.
The first seminar, on 2nd March, deals with how to decide whether to have people working self-employed freelance, or employed.
The second seminar, on 16th March, discusses setting up a legal agreement for hiring freelancers and making it work.
The third seminar, on 30th March, explains how to get the law on your side when dealing with employees, so that you can get what you need.
For the full article about unpaid interns, and for more details about the seminars and how to book, click here
Be Business Ready for 2011
Further dates available with FashionCapital specialist advisor Nigel Rust
Workshop 1. Thursday 3rd March 2011.
Title: How Much Are You Really Making?
Topics:
1. Introduction to Profit/Loss – How many garments do you have to sell before you start making money? How do you know if your prices are going to cover all your costs? Why wait until the end of the year to find out from your accountant just how successful you were this season? A simple Profit/Loss account is the starting point to answering these questions and helping you manage your business well.
2. Recording your sales and purchases – Simple, practical, ways to record your income and expenditure that don’t take up a lot of time but do keep you in control.
3. How to treat stock – How to value fabrics, trimmings and finished garments.
4. VAT – Do you need to be VAT registered? Would it pay to be VAT registered?
5. Cash Flow – How would your business be affected if one of your customers was late paying you? Are you sure you will be able to pay for your garments when they are ready? This section will introduce a simple cash flow tool to help you plan ahead.
Further workshops with all info on dates, topics and how to book.
Apprenticeships – in The Sun!
The first cohort of the Fashion and Textile Apprenticeship programme will be starting next week having drawn excessive appeal throughout the nation and featuring in the Sun last week, we have a truly fantastic group of Apprentices ready to set the standard.
British Designers@FC Bath
Along with our designer competition and charity fashion show (18th Feb) our attention has turned to ‘Bath in Fashion’ – a week long event celebrating all things stylish. This year the event is scheduled for 23rd to 27thMarch and includes a talk by Iain R Webb, shows styled by Rebekah Roy, a fashion cutting workshop with Julian Roberts plus a presentation on the production process by our very own Jenny Holloway (more details below.) British Designers@FashionCapital has been getting involved every step of the way and last week we went on location for a fashion shoot with photographer Marko Dutka and 3 fashion models at the Bath Thermae Spa – the results will be used to promote the event and as a fashion spread in The Bath Magazine next month and from what we have seen so far are rather stunning.
Bath in Fashion 23rd – 27th March 2011
Behind the Seams:
From Design Sketch to Shop Floor
FashionCapital Director and industry professional Jenny Holloway will provide an insightful talk on the garment development process. From initial design sketch to fabric selection, sampling, pattern cutting, factory production through to the shop floor. Jenny’s talk will offer a concise view into the inner workings of the fashion industry. An essential taster for those wanting to break into the industry.
Date: Wednesday 23rd March
Time: 1pm
Location: British Designers @ FashionCapital Boutique, 14-15 Milsom Place, Bath BA1 1BZ.
To book your place please contact JoJo jojo@fashioncapital.co.uk
Charity Fashion show – Bath
We have also been busy with model fittings for the up and coming charity show, 18th February 7.30pm, in the elegant Assembly Rooms. Creations from British Designers will open the first section of the show and we have gone for a colour blocking story. For more information or to buy tickets for this black tie event please go to https://ssl.freedombathandbristol.com/fbb/es/fashion-show-2011
Until next week,
The team at British Designers
‘Becoming a Fashion Designer’ – Guardian web chat with Fashion Enter
On February 14th Fashion Enter will take part in a web chat with The Guardian as part of an expert panel discussing how to become a fashion designer. Fashion Enter will be offering real, practical advice to those embarking on a career in the industry. Stay tuned!
FashionCapital Menswear
FashionCapital is delighted to launch a new menswear section headed by Christopher O’Reilly. Chris will be submitting weekly articles focusing on menswear trends and has already appointed a great team including a menswear buyer at ASOS, the Menswear stylist for Style Academy and the stylist for boy band The Wanted! Watch this space!
www.facebook.com/FCMenswear
Designer update – Jane and Marilyn
Fc is delighted to see one its designers. ‘Jane and Marilyn’ receive some fantastic press in Fashion Insight!
‘We’ve been working with Fashion Capital for nearly a year now and their advice and support services have been really helpful in developing our label.’ Jane Foddy – designer
FCBoutique.co.uk
Are you ready to wow your partner on Valentine’s Day? Do you need to top up your wardrobe with something fabulous to stun your lover… well look no further than fcboutique.co.uk. Take your pick from one of these three fabulous looks depending on your plans for the evening, whether you’re meeting for dinner in town straight from work opt for the sophisticated approach, going all out partying in sequins or subtly romantic in red the fcboutique.co.uk can cater for your style.
Boutique Pick of the Week
This fabulous romantic red bustle contrast dress is perfect for your Valentine’s Day plans whether you are celebrating with your partner or not you can still feel the romance. Not only can you ooze sophistication and style on this occasion you can also ensure you tick all the right transitional trend boxes by teaming the romantic red with animal print all for just £139 this is a Valentine’s Day must have for 2011
Until next time, have a great week
All the team at Fashion Capital x
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