NEWSLETTER
Dear all,
The Workshop Launch Party
Fashion Enter has gone into partnership with leading etailer asos.com in the opening of a new production unit based in North London called The Workshop. This inevitable step sees Fashion Enter taking it to the next level; not only helping designers obtain stockists and providing that all important business advice, we can now help with production and continue to support emerging and existing designers with their every need from sourcing to much much more.
This Thursday from 10am -12.30pm an open day will take place allowing designers to visit The Workshop and understand the services and facilities available.
Next Thursday 30th October 4pm – 7pm will be the official launch party of the Workshop.
Education and Training Courses at The Workshop
In an exciting new development The Workshop is set to offer education and training courses. Fashion Enter can now confirm that in association with Pascals College we will now be opening a range of NVQ1 and NVQ2 level qualifications under the specialist advice of Rose Sinclair MA BSc Ctext ATI. Commencing at The Workshop from January 2009 the courses will be targeted at schools, teachers, colleges and designers that are based in North and East London.
This unique collaboration between education and enterprise is a UK first and we are proud to be working with Rose Sinclair.
Rose commented:
‘I have long been a supporter of providing innovative workshops to combine industry experience and expertise in education today. Working with Fashion Enter and The Workshop now makes this a reality’
Eco Bags Winners
100s of entries flooded Enter Boutique, each in hope to be crowned “most inspirational design” and inhabitant of the fabulous hampers of eco friendly goodies tailor made for each category. With the powers at Topshop assisting our quest, both Eimear Hawker and Stephen Mongan, from the technical team at retail giant lent their industry eyes to select the lucky winners. The winners were announced at the launch of Eco Expo 2008 at the Hilton Hotel on Friday 17th where Stephen firstly enlightened the audience about Topshops latest fashion footprint eco awareness initiative and then our guests of honor presented the three winners with their incredible prizes. Congratulations to all who took part but a winner had to be selected, and they are….
Under 12s
Denny Gholami
12-18
Chloe M
18+
Koreen Sinclair
Bill Gibb exhibition opens at the Fashion and Textile Museum
A new exhibition charts the prolific but sadly short-lived career of the well-loved British designer, Bill Gibb from his hey-day in the 1970s through to the early 1980s
The exhibition runs from 24th October until 16th January 2008
The Fashion and Textile Museum will play host to a new exhibition entitled Billy: Bill Gibb’s Moment in Time opening to the public on 24th October 2008. Crowned 'Designer of the Year' by British Vogue in 1970, Gibb was an enormous talent and visionary who in the age of the mini skirt created beautiful revolutionary, renaissance-inspired clothes.
Watch this space for the FashionCapital review of the exhibition.
New Contributor Fran Lee
With experience in the fashion industry as a stylist with a client list that includes Marks and Spencers, Clotheshow Live, Timberland, Adidas and Pure Womenswear, Fran knows how to anticipate and write trends, pull together an amazing outfit, art direct a shoot whilst casting a fashion show plus a whole lot more. A multi-skilled creative whose talents include styling to interior design, event concept creation to marketing; her career history is diverse, from presenting Channel 4's T4 at the tender age of sixteen to illustration and event account management.
Fran is set to become a regular contributor to FC so look out for her insightful articles ranging from all aspects of the fashion industry.
The Glamorous Solution
The Glamorous Solution has recently joined FC and we simply had to share their delightful products with you:
Pretty Pink Toes really is the The Chic Treat for Feet and Much, Much More!
‘We have everything to adorn your feet, shoes and boots, from Stunning Shoe Jewellery to Luxurious Fragrant Insoles. We have the glamorous solution to safety pins with our Bosom Buttons, Heartstoppers – cute red shaped appliqués for the bottom of your shoes to stop you slipping. Heel Stoppers to stop your heels sinking in the grass. Handbag Accessories like the ingenious Handbag Hangers, keyfinders, so you won't lose your keys and the Pursekets to organise your bag. We have the 'must have' fold up shoes for when you can't walk any further in your high heels! You'll find a whole range of fabulous ideas and products at Pretty Pink Toes.
Charmaine Ho
FashionCapital would like to welcome the latest international designer to become a member from across the seas in New York City.
Me Char leather clutches are the quintessential luxe-for-less accessories. Made with fine leather and elegantly lined, Charmaine Ho’s clutches come in an array of solid colors fit for any fashion fete or casual outing. In keeping with her simple design aesthetic and subtle embellishments, Ho’s creations come in classic shapes with a starkly urban underpinning.
“My designs have clean lines, but are edgy, and offer something unexpected for a clutch,” describes Ho. “My clutches fit in with an urban lifestyle because they’re versatile.”
Members
Due to record high volumes of traffic on FashionCapital, the Director and Staff on Fashion Enter will not be answering any email in depth to anyone who is not a member of FE or FC. When contacting FC could you please ensure to include your membership number and expiry date on the subject of the email? We provide extensive support and services to all members and in order to fulfil our roles effectively it is imperative we spend valuable time with members.
‘Fashion Capital is proving to be an invaluable resource and I am so glad I found this website. Full of very useful information and great for new talent just starting out in the Fashion Industry as well as established Designers, Photographers, Models, Retailers and more.
Everyone at Fashion Capital have been just wonderful, supportive and very helpful, which means a lot when you are just starting out and don't know if you are coming or going!! Hence, I welcome all advice and suggestions with open arms.'
Plan-it Fashion Project
Fashion-Enter embarked on another Getting It Right First Time four week fashion workshop with the Head for Business Young Enterprise Programme (YEP) today.
The programme will provide young people with a wonderful opportunity to work with a cross section of industry experts. Today they met ‘Premium Street Apparel’ menswear designer Meshach with his label Justin Hustlin to see exactly what it takes to succeed in the fashion industry.
Meshach
Throughout the course the participants will learn about the reality of running a fashion business. They will design their own collections with a PR and marketing plan and in November will have the chance to create their own window display in the Fashion Enter boutique, culminating in a launch party of their collections.
The programme is under the Head for Business banner; it's a unique creative business support organisation, initiated by the National Theatre Education Department.
Site Feedback
Last week we launched the beginning of the FC makeover. The homepage in particular has generated some fantastic feedback. Take a look at these comments:
'This site gets better and better and there is no other site out there that does this so well done you lot! Keep up the good work. What are you planning next I wonder?'' Narisa
‘Love the new look News wire, striking and engaging, another success for FashionCapital. Well done' Bella
‘Credit to you guys for the new look' John
Jemima Daisy is the creative genius behind the graphics and striking images. Watch this space for further developments with new trends and styles coming into play to keep you on your toes!
Applying for a Job
Here at FashionCapital we know only too well how important it is to make a good first impression when applying for a job. We receive many resumes and are always on hand to provide any advice and support on how to apply for your dream job. Take a look at this recent CV we received hoping it will provide you with some inspiration!
Click here
Retail News
As the credit crunch hits the high street hard, Topshops strategy of using model of the moment; Kate Moss and targeting the impervious younger market allows continued growth. Sir Philip Green reports of his Arcadia Empire, Topshop, Topman and Miss Selfridge have achieved record sales despite the economic climate whilst mature brand such as Dorothy Perkins are feeling the pinch. Debenhams are amongst the hardest hit with extortionate debts of £994million and forced into slowing its aggressive expansion plan by a third having already opened 11 stores this year now having to open another 11 over the next three years.
Boutique Pick of the Week
As Halloween looms and the faint sound of jingle bells grows louder each day, Enter Boutique presents the perfect seasonal stunner to fit the host of occasions winter inevitably throws our way. This fabulous retro dress not only incorporates a timelessly individual print, the stunning cowl back drape detail takes the term unique beyond meaning. Nkwo’s captivating creation brings A-Lister style to the realms of Enter Boutique and can either be worn as a sexy mini dress and equally stunning over trousers or this seasons must have wet look leggings. Found at Enter Boutique for £60.
Until next time, have a great week
All the team at Fashion Capital x
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