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NEWSLETTER 14 May 2014
Dear all,
The Factory goes from strength to strength! We are pleased to announce that we will be doubling our production on the M&S ‘Best of British’ range providing wearable British classics with a modern twist for Autumn/Winter 14/15. This is fantastic news for the Factory and a testament that production can work on home soil.
M&S ‘Best of British’ S/S 14
While we are on the topic of British production at our Factory we would like to say a big thank-you to Barbara Hulanicki for mentioning us in her recent talk and pop-up shop last week during ‘Bath in Fashion.’
Ella Valentine Apprenticeship
Ella Valentine, is a luxury handbag and leather accessories brand by Dutch born designer Anouk de Jonge. Established in 2010, Ella Valentine is now a globally successful brand, based in Hampstead London made using some of the finest Italian leathers. Ella Valentine are now looking for an apprentice to join their team!
Key responsibilities:
Responsibilities include supporting the owner and designer in the following:
PR, client relations, social media strategy & implementation, content management for website, creating and updating client facing documents such as presentations, database management, simple administration projects (E.g. recording and tracking sales, expenses and VAT) research projects (E.g. marketing materials, leather sourcing, creative mood boards, next season’s colour boards, trend forecasting) event management, preparing shipments for clients, stock management.
Technical Skills Required
Photoshop, Illustrator, Excel, Word, Indesign (would be a plus, not a requirement), CMS (will be taught)
Ella Valentine believes in creating an extremely positive, innovative, respectful environment, in which new ideas are born and realized on a daily basis. This requires a commitment, dedication, drive and passion from each individual who works for Ella Valentine. At the same time, it creates the necessary nurturing ground for any talent to emerge and succeed.
To check out full details on this role and how to apply, please check out the job description here: http://fashioncapital.co.uk/Learning/Apprenticeship/26907-ella-valentine-apprenticeship.html
Meet the Manufacturer 11 & 12 June
Organised by Kate Hills, founder of Make it British, the Meet the Manufacturer conference and sourcing event will take place on 11 & 12 June 2014 at The Old Truman Brewery in London’s East End. One and two-day conference tickets can be purchased at www.meetthemanufacturer.co.uk with day one targeted at bigger brands aiming to reshore back to the UK, and day two focused on smaller companies looking to launch and build Great British brands, and work with UK factories.
Mary Portas & Fashion Enter CEO Jenny Holloway to speak at the conference
Kate Hills said: “We are poised at the start of a new industrial revolution in textile and clothing manufacturing, but this will only happen if retailers, buyers, brands and manufacturers get together to make it happen.
“Concern over complex supply chains and the use of unethical sweatshops, as well as rising costs overseas and quality issues has fuelled an 850% increase in demand from clothing retailers and fashion brands looking to source locally in the UK. Yet, after years of outsourcing overseas, the industry is disconnected, and more than 60% of manufacturers aren’t yet seeing the impact in terms of this demand. Meet the Manufacturer aims to change this, introduce brands to manufacturers and share knowledge and advice, so that UK fashion and textile manufacturing does indeed return.”
Further details, including the full line-up of speakers, agenda and tickets for one and both days of the conference, can be found at www.meetthemanufacturer.co.uk
Couture on Show
Last weekend, FashionCapital was exclusively invited to attend Couture Fashion Week and Freddie popped along to the black-tie event.
It was fitting that the Haute Couture fashion show was held in the 5* Oriental Mandarin hotel in Knightsbridge, with its timeless elegance adding to the exquisite style, attendees were requested by invite only, to be dressed in black-tie attire.
The reception was a great chance to converse and network with industry professionals, the atmosphere and general conversation centred around the large decreases in Haute Couture design and the handful of Haute Couture houses remaining.
First up was a collection of bridal couture designed by Maria Chiodo, one of the most influential designers in Australia. This was followed up by some eveningwear designs by the Saudi Arabian designer Laila Wazna. The evening ended with a short speech from Marcus Paleti the event organiser to which must be commended with organising such a fantastic event, with attendees having experienced tremendous one-off style and hospitality.
Masterclass in Pattern Cutting – Last Few Places Remaining
2nd June – 6th June at The Factory, Unit 14, Crusader Estate,167 Hermitage Road London N4 1LZ.
Fashion Enter is pleased to offer an e-Telestia masterclass in pattern cutting. e-Telestia provides award winning training for the fashion design and clothing technology sector. With over 40 years of experience and expertise e-Telestia is globally recognised as an educational and training leader in its field and successfully balances traditional knowledge with the latest technical developments.
The five day full-time course will include:-
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How to measure correctly both for bespoke and generic market sizing – review of theory and actual application.
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How to construct patterns for basic blocks for ladieswear, menswear and childrenswear. Incorporation of actual body shape identification and then resulting blocks to ensure “perfect fit”.
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Style developments from basic blocks.
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Technical drawings with measurement specs for perfect pattern making.
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3D grading techniques to ensure perfect fit.
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Use of all e-Telestia software to be able to “teach the Teacher” and enhance learning for all designers irrespective of pattern making experience.
Fashion Enter CEO Jenny Holloway comments:
“For 13 years we have been providing support and learning for our designers, up until now we have never provided pattern making courses because we were not happy with the quality of resources available for excellent pattern cutting. This has now all changed, we will be working on the e-Telestia system where we will be the key provider for the country, we are delighted to confirm the attendance of ASOS garment technologist at the first course which is 2nd June – 6th June at The Factory. Places are extremely limited so please contact jenni@fashion-enter.com”
This masterclass is aimed at beginners to intermediate if you would like to know more please state your interest to Jenni Sutton jenni@fashion-enter.com
Please note last few places remaining.
Jean Paul Gaultier – Be My Guest
Extended until 26 July 2014
Due to popular demand the Fashion Space are extending the satellite Jean Paul Gaultier: Be My Guest exhibition. From the outset of his career Jean Paul Gaultier has designed the invitations to his catwalk shows and devised the iconic advertising campaigns which have shaped his image. This is the first time this extraordinary body of work has been exhibited.
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri 10am – 6pm
Sat (term time only) 12pm – 4pm
Entry is free
Fashion Space Gallery
London College of Fashion
20 John Princes Street
W1G 0BJ
FashionCapital also highly recommends ‘The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk’ at the Barbican Centre currently on until the 25th August.
http://www.barbican.org.uk
On FashionCapital This Week
Katie Farley pays tribute to John Rocha after his recent announcement of retirement from the London Fashion Week catwalk schedule. Head of Arcadia, Sir Phillip Green has bought into Mysale, one of the biggest online flash sale stores. And Graduate Preview Day highlighted a wealth of new, young and innovative British design students due to be graduating this summer.
John Rocha
 Boutique Pick of the Week
With temperatures on the up we are in the mood for a pop of summer colour so how about these vibrant orange summer sandals. Handmade in Spain and available at Beyond Skin these are on-trend, gorgeous and 100% cruelty-free!
The Iggy Orange Print Sandal £153.00 at Beyond Skin
Until next time, have a great week,
All the team at Fashion Capital x
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