Fashion Capital Newswire – 7th May 2014

07-05-2014

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NEWSLETTER 7th May 2014

Dear all,

Fashion Enter & FashionCapital have worked hard to become one of the largest Fashion & Textile training providers in the country. To find out more about the training and skills we provide we have filmed a 20 minute video giving a little synopsis of what we do, click this You Tube link to view http://youtu.be/haPGTzpXaJ8

Stitching Academy Open Day This Friday 9^th May

This Friday 9^th May the ASOS X FashionCapital Stitching Academy is holding an open day.

Designed for those looking to get an insight to the course for themselves or their candidates, the open day will consist of a tour of The Stitching Academy, information on the Level 1 award and an insight to portfolio’s to display exactly what the course entails and offers learners from start to finish.

The Stitching Academy provides a six-week intensive internship where students can learn a range of stitching skills and production methods. The course aims to provide learning and skill opportunities to young adults in the British manufacturing sector. It is also a wide-reaching extension of the UK’s first ever National Apprenticeship in Fashion and Textiles Apparel scheme, initiated two years ago .

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The open day takes place on 9th May 2014

10:30-11:30 and 14:30-15:30

At:

FASHION ENTER Stitching Academy

Unit 14 Crusader Estate

167 Hermitage Road

Haringey

London

N4 1LZ

Last Chance to Apply for Hobbs Garment Tech Apprenticeship!

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Hobbs Garment Technologist Apprenticeship

Background:
This appointment supports the Senior Garment Technologist in the delivery of the technical excellence and premium product quality.

In order to deliver a challenging business plan, there is a need to ensure sound succession planning of the Quality Assurance team, the Junior Garment Technologist assists senior members to constantly challenge and improve product quality, whilst learning about innovation in product engineering and manufacturing to deliver efficiencies and solutions directly at source with Supplier/Manufacturers.

Main Purpose of the Job:
To support and assist the Senior Garment Technologist working closely with the Buying team and Supplier/Manufacturers. The Junior Garment Technologist works to support consistent premium product quality is developed directly at source with Supplier/Manufactures which is fully aligned with the business and department objectives having a well developed understanding of the target customer.

The Junior Garment Technologist assists in the creation of technical garment specifications released to suppliers for an individual collection, working closely with a Senior Garment Technologist in finding solutions and efficiencies supporting the Buying team.

The Junior Garment Technologist supports peer development within the QA team building positive relationships, cultivating partnership at all times with Suppliers. Demonstrating an understanding and implementing the Hobbs brand values at all times.

To view this post and apply please go to the Apprenticeship section on FashionCapital

Perfect Pattern Cutting Course Sign-Up Now

2^nd June 2014 for 5 days at The Factory of Fashion-Enter

Fashion Enter is delighted to confirm a new Masterclass for Perfect Pattern Making in association with e-Telestia. This five day workshop on measurements, pattern cutting and grading will be using the innovative methods developed over the last 60 years to make pattern cutting easy but right first time.

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Your five days full time course will include:-

How to measure correctly both for bespoke and generic market sizing – review of theory and actual application.
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”.
Style developments from basic blocks.
Technical drawings with measurement specs for perfect pattern making.
3D grading techniques to ensure perfect fit.
Use of all e-Telestia software to be able to “Teach the Teacher” and enhance learning for all designers irrespective of pattern making experience.

Learning outcomes from the aims of the above course will be:-

Understanding of methods and process used in relation to your market/client requirements
Relationship of pattern creation to 3D body and measurement – achieving style and creating design ideas
Clear identification of design and style when creating your ideas from a basic shape starting block Technical drawings
Measuring and identifying measurement points for specific style development
Proportionate size increases when identifying your specific market and customer (grading specification)
Team work within the group of specialists you will be training with.
Looking at problem solving within the pattern cutting theory and expanding your fashion knowledge regarding apparel

Spaces are already extremely limited and are strictly on a first come first serve basis.

For further details of the course please contact Jenni Sutton on jenni@fashion-enter.com or call 0208 809 3311

The course is held at:

The Factory

Unit 14, Crusader Estate

167 Hermitage Road

London

N4 1LZ

Locate us

Times are Monday 2nd June to Friday 6th June.

Times 9:00 hrs (prompt) – 17:00 hrs

Mayor of Wandsworth Reception for The Youth Fashion Project

Tonight (7^th May) Jenni Sutton, Development Manager and Wendy Coley Head of Learning & Development will be attending a reception with the Mayor of Wandsworth. The Fashion Design Initiative reception will be held at the Mayor’s Parlour in Wandsworth Town Centre. Also invited are the 10 nominees of The Youth Fashion Project where the Mayor will be presenting prizes to the winners and runners up.

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The reception follows the launch of The Garment Project on 25^th April, where The Youth Fashion Project dresses were displayed. The Garment Project, curated by Orsola de Castro is a 5-week exhibition dedicated to the creative methods involved in making clothes for the fashion industry. The Wandsworth Youth Fashion Project final five winning designs are displayed within the exhibition, designed by young talent of 16-19 and crafted by the talented team of machinists at Fashion Enter. The Youth Fashion Project was designed to teach young people the importance of procedures that go from initial sketch to final design. See the full story on the Wandsworth Youth Fashion Project here: http://fashioncapital.co.uk/News/26510-youth-fashion-wandsworth-.html

Make sure you pop along to the Pump House Gallery in Battersea Park to see the exhibition and the Wandsworth designs. Admission is free for all!

Pump House Gallery

Battersea Park, London

SW11 4NJ

http://pumphousegallery.org.uk

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UKFT at The Houses of Parliament

On Thursday 1^st May 2014, the UK Fashion & Textile Association hosted an exclusive fashion show at The Houses of Parliament, in support of displaying and exposing the best of Fashion Graduate talent.

Fashion Enter attended alongside some leading industry figures, including Hilary Alexander, Barbara Hulanicki and Fiona Lambert. Attendees were treated to an preview of work designed by selected graduates designed for George at Asda (the lead sponsor or Graduate Fashion Week) featured in an exclusive catwalk.

Fred of FashionCapital attended the reception and wrote a blog on the evening, you can check it out here.

In Vogue for Charli Cohen

Exciting news from our Fashion Studio client Charli Cohen this week!

The new issue of British Vogue hit shelves, featuring June’s cover model Kate Upton in a stunning shoot by Mario Testino.

Kate wears the Dynamo Bra and Laser Leggings from the Charli Cohen S/S 14 ‘VIS’ collection. Well done Charli!

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Student Visits to the Factory

On Thursday 1^st May, first year fashion students from The University of East London (UEL) attended the Fashion Enter factory for an educational visit.

Students met with CEO Jenny Holloway, who took them downstairs onto the Production Floor to begin the tour on The Design Lifecycle. The students were exposed to how a design goes from an initial idea to final piece in store, taking notes; the students were then walked and talked through each step, given an example using the live factory floor as guidance. Meeting the staff, Fashion Enter machinists, cutters and pattern cutters spoke through their role and where their function fits into the design lifecycle.

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This was followed the next day by a visit from Kingston College students. Met by Development Manager Jenni Sutton who gave the students a presentation on Fashion Enter, the sectors of the company and the various training opportunities. This was followed by further presentations from Jenny Holloway and Sophie Glover, Garment Technologist at ASOS.

This Week on FashionCapital

Fiona Rushforth takes a look at the hot topic of “Zero hours” contracts and how the new proposals will effect the fashion retail sector. Trends reporter Katie Farley takes a look at bridalwear and the designer trends for ‘big day’ dressing and Jonathan Jackson gives the legal lowdown on wearable technology and registering designs.

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Boutique Pick of the Week

This week we’ve picked out this turquoise kimono-style cardigan, a bright little number that can be thrown over a top or vest and look fabulous. Featuring an open gauge crochet style in100% cotton in a relaxed, easy-to-wear shape this piece could well work as a holiday staple come high summer.