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NEWSLETTER
Dear all,
FashionCapital Roadshow – dates confirmed!
The highly popular and invaluable seminar on ‘How to Succeed in Fashion Today’ is taking to the road for a tour of the UK! Visiting six destinations across the UK, key members from Fashion Enter and leading industry experts will be visiting a town near you to provide that all important advice on running a fashion label in today’s industry.
The roadshow will kick off in London at the University of East London on 18th October.
Further dates and cities confirmed:
Bath – 22nd October
Birmingham – 23rd October
Dublin – 24th October
Newcastle = 25th October
Manchester – 26th October
Places cost £65 plus vat or £50 plus vat to members or students but will fill up fast! To register your interest email jenni@fashion-enter.com
Masterclass Pattern Cutting course at The Fashion Studio
The pattern cutting course at The Fashion Studio will commence on 22nd September for five weeks.
Beginners will learn how to make a size 10 dress block and toile from start to finish, taught by leading industry expert Desiree Koster who has previously worked for Biba and Bruce Oldfield
Day 1: Start to make size 10 Block from the beginning
Day 2: Finish Block pattern
Day 3: Copy and cut out Block pattern in card and calico
Day 4: Make toile and look at ways to use the block as an aid in pattern cutting
Day 5: Make pattern for basic skirt and or blouse
You will learn:
* How to make a pattern from the start
* How to use pattern cutting tools
* What Seam allowances to use
* Start to gain knowledge in how to use blocks as an aid in pattern cutting
* To make a simple skirt, blouse and dress pattern
Please email jenni@fashion-enter.com to enquire about costs, times and to book your place!
Apprenticeships
This week two employers have been interviewing multiple candidates for roles within the Fashion and Textiles apprenticeship. We have a large number of excited candidates waiting for roles with strong CV’s and passion for fashion.
If you are looking for fresh candidates to work within your company please contact jemima@fashion-enter.com
ASBCI INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
FashionCapital has been asked to talk at the ASBCI’s first major industry conference in over three years, which will address the feasibility of moving garment manufacture back to the UK
The conference will feature speakers from retail organisations, brands and garment industry professionals who are actively involved in sourcing and/or reviving the UK manufacturing sector. They will reveal what they are doing to bring all or elements of their supply chains back to the UK and the obstacles they have encountered and overcome.
The conference will also detail an exciting new collaborative fashion apprenticeship programme instigated by industry portal www.fashioncapital.co.uk, the University of East London and fashion employers that will equip a new generation with vital production skills.
Click here for full agenda
Calling all Designers for upcoming Sample Sales!
Fashion Enter Barking will be participating in the London Designer Sale this year and would like to offer designers the opportunity to have their garments alongside brands which include:
Burberry, CalvinKlein, Chloe, Dior, Dolce&Gabbana, Ed Hardy, Ferragamo, Fendi,Jimmy Choo, Marc Jacobs, Prada, Belles of London, Vivienne Westwood & many more Boutique Designers and Brands.
Dates of Sales will be:
Friday 7th September Location: MAYFAIR
Thursday 4th October Location: CHELSEA
Friday 12th October – 14th Location: BRICK LANE
Friday 30th November -2nd December: BRICK LANE
FOR MORE INFO PLEASE EMAIL: syreeta@fashion-enter.com
Maisy James
FashionCapital and Big Brother star turned fashion designer Maisy James have been working closely over the last few months to create Maisy’s debut collection. The collection was shown at Profile and will shortly be available on the FCBBoutique.
Maisy James has said ‘I am very excited to be working with FashionCapital on my collection and I’m looking forward to selling it!’
The latest project for Maisy is a label launch event which will take place on the 19th October 2012. If you are interested in attending this exclusive event please contact jemima@fashioncapital.co.uk
Collyer Bristow LLP presents Entrepreneur
The online environment contains a number of hurdles to overcome and traps to avoid, both commercial and legal, for businesses large and small.
In this seminar, experienced Collyer Bristow lawyers will share their insights and experiences with you, provide some advance warning of the traps, and tips on how to clear many of the hurdles with confidence.
We are delighted that Alan Lim of Purelygadgets.co.uk and Simplyelectronics.net has also agreed to share his experience and insights with you.
Tuesday 9 October
6.00 pm – 8.00 pm
Collyer Bristow LLP
4 Bedford Row
London WC1R 4TF
RSVP to Charlotte Martin E: events@collyerbristow.com
T: +44(0)20 7470 4588
www.collyerbristow.com
A London Fashion Week Off Schedule Event
The Align Private Fashion Showcase
Venue: The May Fair Hotel, Amarillo Suite, 70 Stratton Street, London W1J 8LT
Date: Wednesday 12th September 6.30-11pm Viewing & Reception
Thursday 13th September 11am-8pm Viewing by appointment.
Please join Project Runway Season 9 winner, Anya Ayoung-Chee, Iconic Caribbean Designer Meiling & Rachel Ross their Catwalk Jewellery designer of choice as they present their Spring/Summer 2013 Collections at The May Fair Hotel, a premier entrée to London Fashion Week.
Experience an oasis of cool Trinidadian Design in a luxurious contemporary urban setting.
This event, presented in collaboration with TTCSI , will mark the trio of designers first formal showing in London and Anya’s first collection since her win. A stylish blend of press, buyers, and fashion, music and creative industry professionals will congregate to witness Anya, Meiling & Rachel Ross’s collaborative London debut at The Amarillo Suite, Mayfair Hotel, at a viewing reception beginning promptly at 6.30pm.
In the Post!
Take a look at Fashion Enter Barking boutique in the Barking Post following the Summer Uni that took place this year
Barking Post
Boutique Pick of the Week
Fashion trends are looking edgier than ever on the highstreet. To keep up with this look get this studded collar peter pan top from the Maisy James debut collection – team with leather trousers and chunky silver bracelets for a complete rocking look!
The top will be available shortly on the FCBboutique.
Until next time, have a great week
All the team at Fashion Capital x
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