NEWSLETTER
Dear all,
Profile at FashionExpo
The fashion event set to provide new and emerging fashion designers and manufacturers with a unique platform and opportunity to shine in front of top retailers takes place next Wednesday, 19th November at the Business Design Centre. There is still time to register, so for your chance to review tomorrow's stars of the fashion industry simply click here.
Factory Visit
Last Friday, Eimear Hawker, Senior Garment Technologist from Topshop, and Jenny Holloway, Director of Fashion Enter, visited a series of production units. Eimear commented:
‘On Friday we had a very rewarding day driving around East and North London reviewing quality sample units. I was pleasantly surprised with the standard of work showcased and Topshop is really looking forward to the FashionExpo event next Wednesday. On Monday we will be reviewing another 8 sampling units and CMT's with Fashion Enter and if Friday is anything to go by it will be extremely difficult to select the winning unit for Excellence in Sample Production.'
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Cheryl Nowack – our US Correspondent!
An industry veteran, Cheryl's accomplishments have touched every facet of the retail arena throughout her 30-year career. She is now set to provide FashionCapital with relevant retail news, latest fashion intelligence and current business topics affecting the US retail and marketing scene. Click here for the first instalment
Miss Nowak has held key leadership positions at Macys /Federated Dept stores, Liz Claiborne, Boom Club, Lord & Taylor (ADG), the Doneger Group and most recently the Natori Co. Her scope of responsibilities has included merchandising/design, product development, sourcing and production.
Click here for Cheryl's full biog.
Newstead Wood School – Career's Convention
Last night FashionCapital introduced the world of fashion to budding creatives at Newstead Wood Girls School. The career's convention provided the girls with a real insight into a range of careers ranging from law to fashion, and with fashion being one of the most popular and competitive subjects we were on hand to answer all their questions. The girls showed great interest with some of them having a feel passion for subject. Maybe the next Stella McCartney will set foot out of Newstead Wood School!
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Festive Fashion
Don't forget next Thursday 20th November a day of retail therapy, mince pies and mulled wine will be available courtesy of the 1230 Women's Company and Fashion Enter. From 1.00pm – 9.00pm at Bristol Street Motors in Bromley the general public will be able to purchase Fashion Enter designer collections in affordable fashion and jewellery all in the surroundings of Christmas festivities!
Drapers Industrial Trust
FashionCapital has been very busy this week and Monday kicked off with the Drapers Industrial Trust.
Over 230 young people, educators and leaders in Industry attended the third annual Technical Textiles Awards held at Drapers' Hall in the City of London.
FashionCapital were given the fantastic opportunity to exhibit and were able to tell visitors all about the new production unit The Workshop in North London and also the recent partnership with CAD and Cam specialists Vetigraph
Vetigraph
VETIGRAPH is an international company specialised in Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) solutions in fashion and apparel.
The UK branch of VETIGRAPH, VETIGRAPH CAD/CAM Ltd is based in the South East of England, and as part of its development on the UK market, has recently developed a partnership with Fashion Enter to offer courses and services to London fashion and apparel companies.
For more information, ring VETIGRAPH on 01273 710939 or email to vetigraph_uk@yahoo.co.uk
CliqueClub Fashion Show
The Cliqueclub is a dedicated events company bringing the fun back into partying! With their themed events featuring DJ's, bongo players, percussionists, fashion shows, games and dancers they certainly know how to enjoy over the top decadent entertainment! On 6th December the Cliqueclub are organising an exclusive fashion show and have asked FashionCapital to provide the highly fashionable and edgy outfits to appeal to their sassy and fashion conscious audience.
If you are a member of FashionCapital and would love to see your garments showcased at the Cliqueclub fashion show please email jenni@fashioncapital.co.uk for further information.
Introducing Oana
Hi! I'm Oana and I'm a full-time copywriter with a passion for fashion. I take great interest in people and their fashion sense and love to explore how different situation affect their style. Whether it's the credit crunch, fancy dress parties, or anything from going to see the latest blockbuster release to dropping their kids off at school, I do judge a book by its cover! I'm always on the lookout for new ideas, so if there's anything that sparks an interest in the world of fashion, let me know!
A new year a new beginning in fashion for you!
FashionCapital is delighted to announce its unique partnership with Rose Sinclair and Pascal College to offer NVQ2 equivalent of Design with its specialism in Fashion commencing 5th
January 2009. Held a the Workshop with a full kit of machinery at hand and experts to teach you the detail of fashion this OCR accreditation is just what practical new designers need to day.
Artless Jewellery Sale!
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to view and purchase the divine, bespoke jewellery from accessories label Artless
On 6th December from 3pm to 7.30pm, just in time for the lead up to Christmas, one off pieces including earrings, brooches, bracelets and necklaces from the latest collection will be available. Orders can also be taken to ensure you receive that perfect gift before the Christams rush.
Please RSVP to Siouxsie on Siouxsie@artless.co.uk
Retail News
In spite of the current economic turmoil, 57% of UK consumers say they intend to spend the same this Christmas as they did last year, according to the 14th annual Christmas Retail Survey, published today by the business advisory firm Deloitte. 24% of respondents say they will spend less and 19% say they will spend more. For many people in the UK, this year will be Christmas as usual.
Boutique Pick of the Week
Tis the season to be fabulous…..
As darkness conquers the land before the clock strikes five, the depressing reality of longer nights and shorter days shines the silver lining in the official launch of the festive party season. So girls get ready to hit the town from work in the ultimate city shirt of chic, perfect for the occasional innocent office flirt and even better for letting loose after a long day in this stunning geo print mini dress by night. The Hidden Wardrobe's, "The Kiss Principle" label is one of the latest editions to the Enter Boutique and has hit Croydon with a storm, so hurry down and pick up your very own for £65.
Until next time, have a great week
All the team at Fashion Capital x
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