NEWSLETTER
Dear all,
Free CAD/CAM pattern making course continues…The free CAD/CAM pattern making course is now into its second week and what a fantastic response we have been receiving from the participants.
There is still chance to get on the course. Seats are limited, and 20 of the placements have been reserved for businesses located in the London Boroughs of Camden, Islington, Tower Hamlets, and Hackney. If you would like further info please contact jenni@fashion-enter.com
“The CAD/CAM course is GREAT. The teacher is a very nice, experienced girl and quick when she demonstrates on the computer. Thank you so much for the course Jenny and to all that made this course possible, it’s a valuable and important tool for us to learn (designers or future designers)” Cris Fernandes
“The course is great I’ve learnt so much, not only on the system but how to make professional patterns” Nicola Workman
“I never knew how to grade but now thanks to the system it’s so easy….” Makbule Yenar
“I’ve re-learnt pattern cutting, the teachers are very helpful and extremely comfortable learning (no pressure) environment. I love it here and I will keep coming back to do my own patterns….”
For the course outline please click here
Terms and conditions do apply
This course has been made possible with funding from City Fringe Partnership
FashionCapital takes part in Press trip to France
On Sunday 15th March FashionCapital will go to France on a press trip for the British Media. The visit is to give journalists the chance to go to the workshops of designers and see the work they undertake in embroidery, tailoring, millinery and model making for clients that include Chanel, Kenzo, Lacroiz, Roland Mouret and Celine. This is a fantastic opportunity and has been made possible by APHO, the association for the promotion of the clothing trade in Western France in partnership with the French Trade Commission in the UK. FC will be reporting live from France next week so expect to gain a unique insight into the French fashion industry.
Creative Designs
Fashion Enter is soon to set up Creative Designs which is a unique FashionCapital design marketing agency to create a new branding concept for you and your business. This will include: logos, advertising banners, strap lines, letter heads, compliment slips and business cards. For further information please contact vanessa@fashion-enter.com
Clothes Show LiveIf you missed out on the chance to secure your stand at the Clothes Show London this May, do not fear, The Clothes Show Live beckons from Birmingham this December. The largest fashion and beauty event in the whole world has requested the presence of the FashionCapital.co.uk Boutique to showcase the finest up and coming designer talent once again. This is a fantastic opportunity to increase your exposure via the vast audience, meet with the hordes of buyers attracted to this prestigious event and ongoing press opportunities. If you are interested in taking up this incredible opportunity at a fabulous price, please contact Emily@fashioncapital.co.uk. Watch this space for more info.
Queen’s Lock InIn preparation for the Queen’s Lock in, taking place at the Enter Boutique in Croydon tomorrow, FashionCapital visited London’s best Transgendered nightclub The WayOut Club on Saturday to spread the word. Having met with owner Vicky Lee it was clear there is certainly a niche market out there and something that Fashion Enter could explore further. With over 1000 designers and our own factory we are in good position to cater for the transgendered scene and now we are getting acquainted with the clientele watch this space for future events!
If you are transgendered or simply curious come down to the Entre Boutique tomorrow for an evening of frivolous fun, drinks, music and more importantly divine clothes and accessories!
For more information contact jenni@fashion-enter.com
Our Designers in the Press!FashionCapital knows only too well the importance of press and PR. You can be the most talented designer in the world but without getting your name out there and gaining the recognition and awareness of your brand it is very difficult to succeed. Recently three of our best ladieswear designers have been hitting the headlines and certainly getting their names and designs out there. Take a look at these:
Catharina Eden in Finnish Magaine Gloria
Alice Palmer’s one shoulder dress in Daily Express
Joe Blake’s four tiered dress in OK Magazine
Moksa Surya
Where style meets sustainability
Farah Damji is the lady behind Moksa Surya. You may recognise the name from the fantastic articles on Ethical Fashion Farah provided for FC over London Fashion Week.
Moksa Surya (Moksa- Freedom, Surya Sun God,) is the first ready to wear capsule collection derived from MOKSA, Handmade in London, the custom and bespoke clothing line which was created by Farah Damji in February 2007.
This Spring Summer 2009 collection comprises 24 pieces of wearable ethical fashion, which embody the label’s strict adherence to Fair Trade and organically produced materials including organic denim, Peace silk, Tussah silk, bamboo and cotton. Moksa applied to become a Registered member of IFAT , the Global Network of Fair Trade organisations.
Reciprocal Links Page FashionCapital.co.uk is in the process of creating a dedicated page to direct our exponentially increasing 80,000 unique users to your website in a reciprocal link scheme. If any members do not have the time, financial resources or knowhow to create your own website, within our full annual membership package includes your own dedicated e-boutique via FashionCapital.co.uk which you can upload and edit as many items as you please to increase your online presence. The links from your unique e-boutique can also feature within this section providing additional exposure for your label. Please start sending your links to Emily@fashioncapital.co.uk in preparation.
FashionCapital.co.uk Networking Section As the internet networking phenomenon continues to expand, FashionCapital.co.uk is looking to jump on board the band wagon and provide our users with an internal networking system. FashionCapital.co.uk attracts a broad audience in the fashion industry from, models, designers, manufacturers, buyers, stylists, make up artists and press to name just a few. Not only can we assist the growth of your business via our services, online exposure and succession of potential revenue streams whilst offering discounted rates on manufacturing at The Workshop, we are soon going to dedicate a section of the site for you to browse, contact and potentially collaborate with other industry insiders to maximise exposure and profit. Firstly, all registered users must login and select “Edit your Profile” if this has already not been completed. Please go along each tab and enter all fields to be able to fully benefit from the latest directional networking facility to launch on the UK’s portal for the industry. Upon completion of every field within your user profile, we will then upload a profile of you and your company to the Profiles section within News to initiate your exposure pre-launch. Please then send your profile of around 200 words including images to Emily@fashioncapital.co.uk and embark upon this exciting new venture in the perfect environment amongst your relevant target networking enthusiasts.
Retail News
CBI’s second monthly Access to Finance Survey reports lack of credit availability has heavily affected almost 60% of firms have seen the deterioration of new or renewed finance lines over the last three months. 41% of firms have been unaffected experiencing no change and not one business had seen any improvement. 40% of firms have laid off staff over the past three months as a result of the conditions whilst existing staff are working fewer hours and cut backs on training have also occurred. John Lewis who also own Waitrose sales are down; annual profits fell by 26% and employ 76,000. Manufacturing has reduced at the most dramatic rate in Jan 09 in 30 years, it fell by 12.3% from last year. Saving rate is at a record low at .17% and pay freezes in retail with Toyota announcing a 10% cut in production and reducing all pay by 10%. 1 job is being lost every 25 seconds.
Boutique Pick of the WeekWith Mothers Day rapidly approaching, we present to you the prefect gift to portray just how thankful you truly are to that special woman in your life. Not only has Embellished Truth encapsulated timeless elegance offering the perfect investment guaranteeing a long and happy life for lucky mummies everywhere, the use of natural resources and processes to tan the stunning eco friendly leather goes beyond thought for the receiver but also for the environment as a whole. Show her how well she has taught you to care for the world we live in and your family by providing the ultimate thank you gift to say “I love you” with this delightfully transitional and unique twist handled embellished eco friendly handbag for £265 at Enter Boutique.
Until next time, have a great week,
All the team at Fashion Capital x |
