NEWSLETTER
Dear all,
The Workshop
The Workshop launch party takes place tomorrow at The Workshop from 4 – 7pm. The party will be a great opportunity to view the facilities of The Workshop and also meet with buyers from leading etailer asos.com, so designers get yourself there!
There is still time to get your names on the guest list if you would like to attend please email names to jemima@fashioncapital.co.uk
NVQ I and 2 Qualifications at The Workshop
Last week we reported on the exciting news that The Workshop will soon be offering NVQ qualifications to schools, colleges and teachers in North and East London. Commencing in January 09 bookings can now be taken.
These courses will offer practical training to both schools and teachers directly relating to the curriculum but will also be aimed at businesses and designers, allowing them to up skill their workforce in a variety of skills.
Profile at FashionExpo
With less than three weeks now until the event things are really hotting up for the designers showcasing at Profile at FashionExpo. With all the exhibitors now finalised a seminar on top tips and how to exhibit successfully will be taking place to ensure everyone makes the most out of this fantastic opportunity. More details to follow.
Check out this full page spread on the event in media Sponsors Womenswear Buyer
After party
This year exhibitors and guests attending the Profile at FashionExpo event will be able to carry on the celebrations at an after party at the Keston Lodge just 2 minutes away from the Business Design Centre. The bar boasts trendy clientele from the North London area and with its chic décor and friendly atmosphere is the prefect venue to carry on the evenings festivities.
Drapers Industrial Trust
On 10th November The Master and Wardens of the Worshipful Company of Drapers and the Chairman of the Industrial Trust have invited FashionCapital to exhibit at a Reception and Awards Ceremony to celebrate the work of young people and of the technical textiles sector.
The event will celebrate excellence in design, science, tecnology and engineering bringing together Technical Textile decision makers, practioners and suppiers all under one roof. The main aim is to engage young people into the technical textile sector through innovative and exciting ways.
Knowledge Bank
The Knowledge Bank section of FC reports essential industry information and advice to www.fashioncapital.co.uk users; by providing the latest information from financial backing and CSR to legislation and even design this unique hub of prime data will undoubtedly assist your business and enhance your profitability via our extensive hub of daily activity.
Key Customer Service Tips on how to maximise customer service impact in every organisation is the latest article in the Knowledge Bank. Click here to review
Photographer Margaret Yescombe
Margaret Yescombe is an internationally published, London based, affordable Photographer who specialises in:
Fashion
Beauty
Editorial
Designers' Look Books
Fashion Stills/Products
Model Portfolios
Actor Headshots
Dating Sites Portraits
Celebrity & Corporate Portraits
Retouching
Take a look at these great fashion images by Maggie.
Designer Press Days
FashionCapital has been out and about attending the latest designer press days showcasing next season's Spring / Summer 09 collections. Today Village Press invited FC to review a whole host of ladies, mens and accessory designers including Eley Kishimoto and Kenzo. Full report and images to follow
Sophia Model Agent – Becoming a Fashion Model
Sophia White is the latest specialist advisor to join FashionCapital and will be on hand to provide support and advice to all you budding models out there. Here's a sneak preview of what to expect from Sophia:
‘Becoming a fashion model is not just a fashion fade it takes commitment, passion and not to mention very thick skin!
Even though I specialise in Ethnic Models the principles are the same for everyone. Over the next few weeks and months I hope to give you tip bit information on what you can do to become a better model and get your modelling career of to a great start. You will need to be self motivated and pro-active for this to work!!'
Grainne Byrne to write for FashionCapital
Grainne Byrne is 27, originally from Northern Ireland, has lived in Edinburgh for several years. She has been writing style features on a freelance basis for since graduating from the University of Stirling in 2004 and has been published in The Scotsman, the Edinburgh Evening News, Scotland on Sunday, The Pulse Magazine, is Style Editor of Instant Magazine, and editor on new publication called Into Xile magazine. Grainne studied Spanish with Film and Media Studies but has an intense passion for fashion and style. Her style staples are pillar box red nails, tights of all colours, patterns and textures, and stiletto heels.
Grainne provided FC with coverage of last seasons LFW and so impressed with her journalistic skills is now on board as regular FC contributor. Click here for Grainne's first instalment on Boudiche Lingerie.
Hair We Grow
Hair We Grow company was established to research, design and produce the finest quality semi and permanent hair extension, with the view of future diversification in the beauty and cosmetic ranges.
This product idea is the brainchild of Jenny Jinadu who was frustrated at the various inadequacies of the hair extension products on the market. She designed her own version and also developed the prototype / patent .
The basis of all hair extensions used by most women is this comb. Hair strands are secured to this flexible comb, which will simply hook into the hair of the wearer. Existing solutions/methods include clips and adhesive methods and plaited in methods that can take up to two hours to fix.
Retail News
The credit crunch continues….Marks & Spencer's shares fell close to an eight-year low yesterday after broker Pali International issued a bearish note ahead of next week's interim results. The retailer's price slipped 5.75p to 218.5p as more than 6 million shares were traded.
Boutique Pick of the Week
Fanni Ann takes this season's lace trend into their signature silhouette with a practical and innovative approach. Having printed lace detail opposed to featuring the delicacies of real lace avoids the worry of snagging and therefore allowing confidence to soar on every wearer. Incorporating a key seasonal trend, practicality and sheer beauty into this fabulous body con alone perfects and defines festive must have. Guaranteed to create a surrounding ambience of awe, as belle of the ball this uber flattering halter dress oozes sophistication so prepare to shine beyond the imminent flood of festive illume. Found at Enter Boutique for £80.
Until next time, have a great week
All the team at Fashion Capital x
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