NEWSLETTER
Dear all,
While New York kicks off the international fashion circuit tomorrow next week all eyes will be on the UK with trade shows such as Pure London, Moda UK, Fashion Scout and London Fashion Week exhibiting their A/W 14/15 designs. Here at FashionCapital HQ we have been busy working with the 10 shortlisted candidates for the Wandsworth Youth Fashion project and for those of you wanting to break into the manufacturing side of the industry, which is in desperate need of more skilled workers, then why not come along to our Stitching Academy recruitment day, see below for the details. Meanwhile at The Factory we have been welcoming the Chinese New Year of the Horse, for a hardworking and ambitious year ahead.
 
Stitching Academy Recruitment Day – Friday 7th February
 Want to find out what the Stitching Academy can offer you?
Then come along to our recruitment day this Friday 7th February between 1pm and 5pm at Finsbury Park Jobcentre.
The ASOS/FashionCapital Stitching Academy opened in September 2013 and has enabled a number of individuals to go on and find apprenticeships, further education and jobs within the fashion sector. Recently Khadra Osman landed a much sought after apprenticeship with high street retailer M&S at their head office after completing the intensive and informative course, she said:
“I first heard about The Stitching Academy through the advertisement on the FashionCapital website. I’m really grateful that I was able to get involved with the programme during the summer. I was able to gain experience in a factory environment which I had not previously been able to do. My time spent at The Stitching Academy has opened so many new doors for me which I’m very thankful for. I’ve now been given the opportunity to start an apprenticeship with Marks & Spencer which will allow me to gain vital in-house experience which I probably would not have been able to get at university. I would like to thank the tutors and everyone at Fashion Capital because without their support I would not be where I am now.”
The 6-week Level 1 Stitching Academy course provides the perfect stepping stone to enter into the manufacturing or design side of the industry. As reported widely in the press of late the British manufacturing industry is crying out for skilled workers to develop brands that are truly designed and made in Britain.
Depending on your location you may be eligible for daily expenses throughout the 6-week course. To find out please speak to your advisor for more information.
The Stitching Academy Recruitment Day
Friday 7th February 1pm – 5pm
Finsbury Park Jobcentre, 52 Medina Road, N7 7JY
The Stitching Academy at The Factory,
Unit 14, Crusader Estate
167 Hermitage Road
London
N4 1LZ
danielle@fashion-enter.com
Textile Masterclass for the Wandsworth Youth Fashion Project
 After being narrowed down to 10 successful candidates, the Wandsworth Youth Fashion Project took the creative 10 to a textile master class with Fashion Enter on Saturday (1st February).
Following their visit to The Factory the previous week, the 10 were invited back to take part in a textile masterclass after their innovative design skills and passion for the project shone through to the judges. Candidates were treated to an in-depth presentation on designers of the future, the problems that may arise and how to overcome them for their future careers. They then were able to show off their design skills further, by creating a 3 colour geometric design and adding this to their existing design before being shown how to embroider.
The candidates also had the opportunity to meet and speak to the Mayor of Wandsworth, Angela Graham.
“Today I learnt about the ethics of fashion design and future materials for the fashion industry. I enjoyed creating new design patterns from my original design.” Imogen Murphy
“I learnt about the background and issues of where our clothes come from. Also, new embroidery techniques and stitches e.g. satin and split stitch. I really enjoyed using the heat press to create my pattern.” Fahima Alim
The final 10 will go onto take part in a design masterclass on the 15th February, before being given time to use their skills gained during the classes to apply and create their designs, where they will be presented to the Wandsworth Mayor.
The winner of the project will go onto develop their skills and see their design come to life, styled and modelled in a professional photo shoot. Before going onto be displayed in Pump House Gallery in Battersea Park, alongside other top designers work.
You can find out full information on the competition and keep up to date with the project here.
On FashionCapital this Week…
On the final stop of Sven Eselgroth’s Scandinavian tour he interviews fashion label: Our Legacy, meanwhile our resident trend reporter Katie Farley takes a look at the opulent haute couture designs shown at the Armani Prive show. In the news the Textile Federation announce the winners of their London Perspectives competition and the national arts charity NOISE Festival.com announces Giles Deacon as its 2014 Fashion Curator. Giles will handpick submissions, offer paid work placements at his London studio and host an interactive Q&A session for the best undiscovered creative talent.
 Now On…Bailey’s Stardust
David Bailey has made an outstanding contribution to photography and the visual arts, creating consistently imaginative and thought-provoking portraits. As well as new work, this landmark exhibition includes a wide variety of Bailey’s photographs from a career that has spanned more than half a century.
Featuring over 250 images, personally selected and printed by Bailey, the exhibition offers an unmissable opportunity to experience the work of one of the world’s greatest image-makers.
Bailey’s Stardust is on from 6th February to 1st June
National Portrait Gallery, St Martin’s Place, London, WC2H 0HE
http://www.npg.org.uk
‘Making it in the UK- Ready or not? The reality of manufacturing fashion in Britain’ Conference
 An impressive industry line-up of fashion and manufacturing professionals will be joined by our very own Jenny Holloway, Founder & Managing Director of Fashion Enter, with guest presentations from Fashion Enter apprentices at the ASBCI conference on the 25th February.
ASBCI has announced the final two speakers for its conference – Tony O’Connor, head of design – menswear at Marks & Spencer and Jonny Mitchell, executive director of Crystal Martin International will join speakers from the Alliance Project, David Nieper, De Montfort University, Fashion Enter, John Smedley, Kurt Salmon, Make it British and Matalan & Basic Thinking to explore the strategies and viability of manufacturing fashion in the UK.
Tony O’Connor, head of design, menswear at Marks & Spencer will look at how M&S is making the best of British sourcing opportunities while Jonny Mitchell, executive director of Crystal Martin International will draw on his extensive experience of heading up the UK-based manufacturing operations of Courtaulds and LeeAnn Fashions to reveal how UK companies can best fulfil the demands of high street retailers.
The conference is open to ASBCI members at a delegate rate of £99.00 exclusive of VAT and to non-members at £150 exclusive of VAT.
Tuesday 25th February 2014
10.00am to 4.00pm
The Hinckley Island Hotel, Hinckley, Leicester, LE10 3JA
For more information or to book a place at the conference please contact:
Stephanie Ingham MBE
ASBCI
Tel: +44 (0) 1422 354 666
Email: office@asbci.co.uk
To read the full timetable for the conference please click here
Upcoming CAD/CAM Course
 We are looking at holding a five week CAD/CAM course on Thursday evenings from 4.00pm – 7.30pm at The Factory in North London.
Students will be able to digitize in their own patterns and learn how to pattern-cut and grade and utilize fabric efficiently.
Anyone wishing to take the course will need some previous knowledge and experience with patterns.
Please contact jenni@fashion-enter.com if you would be interested in taking part and further information on dates and costs will be sent to you.
Boutique Pick of the Week
Kagool Cool…yes, really, a pack away kagool that looks good enough to pull over a stylish outfit. In the UK we have no excuse; we know rain will always be around the corner. This Labour of Love kagool can fold away into its front pocket, making it compact and light to store away in a bag. It features a drawstring hood, a panelled colour block design, a zip fastening, a central pouch pocket, long sleeves and elasticated cuffs. According to weather analysts the prediction is for a hotter and yet wetter climate in the UK. Time to invest in some quality waterproofs!
Labour of Love block panelled Kagool £170-
Labour of Love online
Until next time, have a great week,
All the team at Fashion Capital x
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