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Dear all,
Industry
The Face of Barking and Dagenham
This Saturday sees the semi finals of The Face of Barking and Dagenham take place at Vicarage Field Shopping Centre in Barking.
Over 100 wannabe models have entered the modelling competition in hope of being crowned the winner. Last years competition was a resounding success and this year promises to be even bigger and better with leading modelling agency Mahogany Models offering the right girl a trip to Gambia!
Judging the girls this Saturday will be Mahogany Models, Dynamic Models, international make up artist Eryca Freemantle and the Adult College of Barking and Dagenham.
Good luck to all the girls!
Clothes show live
The Clothes Show live has the highest footfall per day at any consumer event in the UK.!
Every year, without fail, we block book 20 plus stands at Clothes Show Live because we know categorically it guarantees the majority of our designer's vital sales and of course cash flow! The first event in London was far better than we expected and there with the footfall – there were over 30 000 people walking through the doors! There are not many consumer shows that can turnaround that number of people with a first off show. The London event had a real buzz and was great fun too! We will be back there next year for sure with the latest hottest designers in fashion today!
For further information and your opportunity to book at stand at Clothes Show Live in Birmingham please click here.
Do you need help with your Business?
We all know that the success rate of new businesses is very low and if you are a small business owner you should congratulate yourself on getting to where you are today! Now Fashion Enter is here to help and support you even further on taking your business to the next stage.
The programme involves an advisor visiting service to help you construct a personal development programme, you will then embark on a free training programme at The Workshop to further develop your skills and the first 25 designers will also receive FREE membership with Fashion Enter!
Conditions do apply and you will have to fit specific criteria but for the right business this opportunity is amazing! Please email jenni@fashion-enter.com for further information.
The Showroom update
Last week we advised that Director, Jenny Holloway and Sales Manager, Hayleigh Amos had a successful meeting with the Trading Manager of a leading mail order catalogue and that the Buying Team will visit the showroom to review designers collections. We have a date set for 25th September 2009.
Menswear Buyer of Harvey Nichols will be visiting the showroom early September and if you think your brand is right up there street then please contact hayleigh@fashion-enter.com with a selection of images and prices point. We can always make room for a couple of more brands.
Do you want to cover LFW for FashionCapital?
A Fantastic opportunity has arisen for all budding fashion journalists out there! Do you want entry to some of the top fashion shows during this seasons London Fashion Week and have your catwalk reports published on the homepage of FashionCapital? If the answer is yes then we have a fantastic competition lined up for you to win just that!
Simply submit a 300 word article on a subject of your choice with the fashion industry, source relevant images and credit accordingly then email over to jenni@fashion-enter.com. The deadline for this is 31st August. Once all entrants have been reviewed we shall pick out the very best who will then become reporters for FashionCapital for one week at LFW.
Make sure you are available during 18th – 23rd September and can make your own travel arrangements to the shows.
Good luck!
TRY ME – A story of exile, self-destruction and transformation By FARAH DAMJI
‘Long before she went to prison for perverting the course of justice and theft, Farah Damji was making waves, being a coloured woman, living an anti-coloured woman's life. Through her journalism for mainstream and ethnic media, she became well-known as the voice of considered dissent…'
Farah Damji is a member of FashionCapital and has recently written this fascinating book about her life. We are very excited to announce that Farah will be making a personal appearance at Fashion Enter's flagship boutique in Barking on 19th September to read an extract from her book!
Istanbul Fashion Week
FashionCapital has been invited to attend Istanbul Fashion Days Event which is organised by Istanbul Textile and Apparel Exporters' Association together with the cooperation of Fashion Designers Association and Istanbul Fashion Academy in Istanbul on 25-30 August 2009.
The program will include fashion shows, bilateral business meetings, press meetings and a special city tour.
Watch this space for live reports direct from Istanbul!
One to One mentoring
As the member base of FashionCapital continues to grow there is more and more demand for one to one mentoring sessions. These sessions are highly valued with our members and provide essential business advice and support. As this demand grows it is impossible to provide one to one sessions as and when each member requires it. This service is highly sought after within the industry and this level of individual advice and mentoring often comes at a high price. Each new member will be entitled to one hours free one to one mentoring with each member of staff at Fashion Enter as well as continued email correspondence. If additional meetings are required this will now cost £20 per hour.
To enquire about membership or book your mentoring session please email jenni@fashion-enter.com
Wedding Bells
The talented, beautiful and long standing employee of Fashion Enter; Vanessa Camelia wed her loving fiancée last weekend in the stunning Lulworth Castle in Dorset. Vanessa has worked in fashion design, illustration, journalism, trends and graphic design throughout her career at Fashion Enter having experienced and progressed through many areas of the industry and organisation. We wish Vanessa and hubby Johnny Isaia every happiness and success in continuing the fairytale following the elegantly lavish wedding.
Education
CAD/CAM
With very limited spaces remaining available to obtain the FREE CAD/CAM training using the Vetigraph software package at our Workshop in North London; if you live or work in Camden, Islington Tower Hamlets or Hackney you'd be silly not to take advantage of this fantastic offer. The software normally costs £12000 on its own and we can provide you with both the training and the facilities to practise using your new found skills on every collection you produce. This amazing offer will enhance your understanding and knowledge of patterns and grading whilst saving you time not having to work manually. If you haven't already signed up and wish to push your business up the ladder of success, contact Emily@fashioncapital.co.uk to book a place on the course.
Stitch in Time
The Stitch in Time programme, now in its second batch of jobseekers eager to embark upon a career in the fashion sector are well underway in receiving job specific training in Haringey and the potential of long term employment following the two week work placement. This extensive and exclusive programme is available to unemployed jobseekers residing in the borough of Haringey. For more information please contact emily@fashioncapital.co.uk
Diploma
Fashion Enter will be assisting with the launch of the new Diploma scheme ready for 2011 in a series of subjects including retail and creative and media. This is an exciting new initiative developed to assist 14 – 19 year olds in receiving job related learning, enhancing employability and preparing students for the workplace.
Job of the Week
New shop needs young designers
Applicant of the Week
Fashion Design Graduate Seeking extra experience
Boutique Pick of the Week
For the height of the wedding season, Fashion Enter presents to you the picture perfect dress to truly capture the enchantment of the magical day. In the midst of one of the brightest styled summers don’t be afraid to stand out from the crowd. Choose this Catharina Eden stunner and you will hit all the right notes this summer! Bold and beautiful and at only £51 from asos.com this is a steal!
Until next time, have a great week
All the team at Fashion Capital x
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