Heavenly hand knits made in England by Picaloulou.com
New business start-up picaloulou.com launches its limited edition range of artisanal children’s hand-knits this October 2011. The luxury knits for 1-6 year olds feature a natural and bespoke blend yarn that is entirely made in the UK – from the Merino & Alpaca farmed fleece, right through to the 20-strong team of knitters scattered the length and breadth of the UK - from Norfolk to Lancashire and South Wales to Scotland.
Soft on tender skin, wearable and stylish, the mainly unisex collection includes a Pixie Basketweave Jacket from £72, a Fairisle Yoke Jumper from £60, a chunky OXO Cable Cardigan from £68, a Barcode Tank Top from £48, a girl’s Pretty Moss Stitch Cardigan from £68 and a Cable Front Sweater from £60. The range also includes little Beanie Hats from £22, with a small range of knitted home-wares planned to follow.
Picaloulou.com is based in Wadebridge, Cornwall and is the brainchild of Shireen Cunliffe, who named the business after a pet name for her daughter Ella. Shireen decided to design and produced her own knitwear range when she could not find anything affordable but stylish, for her own two children.
Picaloulou.com will be available by mail order online at www.picaloulou.com. The range will also be stocked at quality independent children’s boutiques such as Bird in Fowey and Wadebridge (birdkids.co.uk).
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Wednesday, 27 July 2011
Louise Gray launches debut jewellery collection on ASOS
Louise Gray launches debut jewellery line as part of ASOS
Launching as part of the second season of ASOS Inc., the debut Louise Gray jewellery collection comprises eleven statement pieces.
Plated in 22-carat gold, the collection remains true to Gray’s aesthetic and delivers a punchy collection with her distinct knack for balancing indulgent frivolity with precise, luxury finishes.
The collection of accessories, including pendant necklaces, earrings, bracelets and a fold over heart bag will go online at ASOS on 25th July, 2011.
“The jewellery for me has many appeals. It is fun, the smile bell actually rings, the duck whistles work and the mix and match of how you can wear it, such as wearing each piece by itself as a statement piece, or for me, it’s the appeal of wearing lots together which I love!” Louise Gray
Price range from £35 – £165
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Launching as part of the second season of ASOS Inc., the debut Louise Gray jewellery collection comprises eleven statement pieces.
Plated in 22-carat gold, the collection remains true to Gray’s aesthetic and delivers a punchy collection with her distinct knack for balancing indulgent frivolity with precise, luxury finishes.
The collection of accessories, including pendant necklaces, earrings, bracelets and a fold over heart bag will go online at ASOS on 25th July, 2011.
“The jewellery for me has many appeals. It is fun, the smile bell actually rings, the duck whistles work and the mix and match of how you can wear it, such as wearing each piece by itself as a statement piece, or for me, it’s the appeal of wearing lots together which I love!” Louise Gray
Price range from £35 – £165
MORE: http://bit.ly/qUTzIB
British luxury lingerie label, Myla announces swimwear collaboration
Myla announces exciting swimwear collaboration for Spring Summer 2012
British luxury lingerie label Myla, is excited to announce a swimwear collaboration with renowned beachwear designer Amir Slama. Widely known and loved for his Rosa Cha line, Amir's name has long been synonymous with inspirational swimwear. The collection due to launch for the cruise 2011/2012 season, combines strong feminine shapes with luxurious materials and bold detail.
Amir first came to the forefront of the fashion world when he launched his striking Brazilian swimwear line Rosa Cha with his wife in 1993. The collection which fused eye catching innovative designs with elaborate Brazilian flair, soon became a huge hit with the international fashion press and celebrities alike.
His stunning swimwear range for Myla will consist of eight stories, with a variety of shapes and colourways within each look. Luxury textured fabrics, strong feminine shapes that sculpture the body, intricate hardware and exquisite rope detail are key. A feminine neutral colour palette of blush pink, white and stonewash green is offset with flashes of coral, azure blue, fire red and graphite black. Choose from beautiful structured bandeau tops with detachable straps, supportive halternecks with elaborate detailing and classic double strap tops matched with a variety of tie side bottoms, simple briefs or boy shorts. A selection of sophisticated swimwear suits that sculpt the body and accentuate feminine curves complete this innovative collection.
The striking swimwear collection fuses Myla’s signature feminine style with Amir’s innovative haute couture design and specialist swimwear knowledge. With a focus on sculpting and accentuating feminine curves the range promises to offer the equivalent support and lift that you get from your lingerie.
The Amir Slama for Myla Cruise collection will launch worldwide November 2011.
Summer collection available from February 2012
Prices range from £150 to £450
www.myla.com
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British luxury lingerie label Myla, is excited to announce a swimwear collaboration with renowned beachwear designer Amir Slama. Widely known and loved for his Rosa Cha line, Amir's name has long been synonymous with inspirational swimwear. The collection due to launch for the cruise 2011/2012 season, combines strong feminine shapes with luxurious materials and bold detail.
Amir first came to the forefront of the fashion world when he launched his striking Brazilian swimwear line Rosa Cha with his wife in 1993. The collection which fused eye catching innovative designs with elaborate Brazilian flair, soon became a huge hit with the international fashion press and celebrities alike.
His stunning swimwear range for Myla will consist of eight stories, with a variety of shapes and colourways within each look. Luxury textured fabrics, strong feminine shapes that sculpture the body, intricate hardware and exquisite rope detail are key. A feminine neutral colour palette of blush pink, white and stonewash green is offset with flashes of coral, azure blue, fire red and graphite black. Choose from beautiful structured bandeau tops with detachable straps, supportive halternecks with elaborate detailing and classic double strap tops matched with a variety of tie side bottoms, simple briefs or boy shorts. A selection of sophisticated swimwear suits that sculpt the body and accentuate feminine curves complete this innovative collection.
The striking swimwear collection fuses Myla’s signature feminine style with Amir’s innovative haute couture design and specialist swimwear knowledge. With a focus on sculpting and accentuating feminine curves the range promises to offer the equivalent support and lift that you get from your lingerie.
The Amir Slama for Myla Cruise collection will launch worldwide November 2011.
Summer collection available from February 2012
Prices range from £150 to £450
www.myla.com
MORE: http://bit.ly/qIEjct
Tuesday, 26 July 2011
New online magazine and TV channel, AnunaRose has been launched
AnunaRose caters to the fashion and entertainment needs of 17-24 year olds predominately in London and Europe (and eventually America). AnunaRose will be the first fully online interactive magazine which really pushes the fashion TV aspect bringing glamorous, edgy, fashionable and entertaining TV to our viewer’s screens alongside written editorials all the while keeping it informative, fresh, fabulous and young.
The content of the magazine will have a heavy emphasis on coverage of celebrities and celebrity fashion juxtaposed alongside interviews of them surrounding fashion/ lifestyle/ music related topics executed in a young, fresh, entertaining and relatable way. AnunaRose will be the first magazine to really push this feature this alongside interviews of real people who actually work and see the fashion industry from the front line i.e. designers, stylists, bloggers while presenting it on an interactive and stylish platform.
AnunaRose will be the number one destination for all fashion-related and entertainment news for young, stylish and fashionable people which has never been done successfully before here in Europe- it will cover celebrity interviews, fashion shows, fashion events, designer interviews, store openings and individual fashion.
www.anunarose.com
MORE: http://bit.ly/rmbqLE
The content of the magazine will have a heavy emphasis on coverage of celebrities and celebrity fashion juxtaposed alongside interviews of them surrounding fashion/ lifestyle/ music related topics executed in a young, fresh, entertaining and relatable way. AnunaRose will be the first magazine to really push this feature this alongside interviews of real people who actually work and see the fashion industry from the front line i.e. designers, stylists, bloggers while presenting it on an interactive and stylish platform.
AnunaRose will be the number one destination for all fashion-related and entertainment news for young, stylish and fashionable people which has never been done successfully before here in Europe- it will cover celebrity interviews, fashion shows, fashion events, designer interviews, store openings and individual fashion.
www.anunarose.com
MORE: http://bit.ly/rmbqLE
UNCONDITIONAL launches first flagship store outside of London
Luxury menswear retail brand UNCONDITIONAL launches first flagship store outside of London
UNCONDITIONAL is very excited to announce the launch of UNCONDITIONAL + MANCHESTER. The 2200 square foot flagship store will be the brand’s first outside of London and will see designer Philip Stephens return to his childhood roots; Philip was born in Wilmslow, Cheshire and went to the Manchester Grammar School.
UNCONDITIONAL menswear was launched by Stephens in 2003 as a small capsule collection for his well-known Concrete Boutique, just off Carnaby Street, Soho, London, and was followed two years later by his debut ladies wear collection both to great critical and commercial acclaim. UNCONDITIONAL now sells in 24 countries. The backbone of each collection is a unique range of ‘luxury basics’ with an overlay of more special pieces.
Showing at London Fashion Week for the past seven seasons, with international fashion week guest appearances in New York, Shanghai, Tokyo and Amsterdam , Unconditional has an ever-growing list of diverse celebrity fans from the likes of David Beckham (amongst many famous footballers) JLS, Tinie Tempah, Take That, Will Young, Kasabian, Gwen Stefani , Roisin Murphy, The Wanted, The Noisettes, Skin and Skunk Anansie, Kate Moss, Helena Christensen, and Madonna. Now, reaching a worldwide following, Unconditional has been picked up by famous names across the Atlantic, including much of Hollywood including Brad Pitt, Jared Leto, Kelis, Cameron Diaz, Orlando Bloom, Adrian Brody, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Christina Aguilera, Ke$ha, Fergie and Rihanna being recently seen sporting the label.
The brand new Northern Flagship store will open with an exclusive VIP launch party on the 28th July at their Exchange Square location. Designer Philip Stephens brings with him his close friend, celebrity DJ Jodie Harsh who will host the evening along with performing a spectacular set from her iconic London club night, Circus.
www.unconditional.uk.com
MORE: http://bit.ly/oCmMKi
UNCONDITIONAL is very excited to announce the launch of UNCONDITIONAL + MANCHESTER. The 2200 square foot flagship store will be the brand’s first outside of London and will see designer Philip Stephens return to his childhood roots; Philip was born in Wilmslow, Cheshire and went to the Manchester Grammar School.
UNCONDITIONAL menswear was launched by Stephens in 2003 as a small capsule collection for his well-known Concrete Boutique, just off Carnaby Street, Soho, London, and was followed two years later by his debut ladies wear collection both to great critical and commercial acclaim. UNCONDITIONAL now sells in 24 countries. The backbone of each collection is a unique range of ‘luxury basics’ with an overlay of more special pieces.
Showing at London Fashion Week for the past seven seasons, with international fashion week guest appearances in New York, Shanghai, Tokyo and Amsterdam , Unconditional has an ever-growing list of diverse celebrity fans from the likes of David Beckham (amongst many famous footballers) JLS, Tinie Tempah, Take That, Will Young, Kasabian, Gwen Stefani , Roisin Murphy, The Wanted, The Noisettes, Skin and Skunk Anansie, Kate Moss, Helena Christensen, and Madonna. Now, reaching a worldwide following, Unconditional has been picked up by famous names across the Atlantic, including much of Hollywood including Brad Pitt, Jared Leto, Kelis, Cameron Diaz, Orlando Bloom, Adrian Brody, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Christina Aguilera, Ke$ha, Fergie and Rihanna being recently seen sporting the label.
The brand new Northern Flagship store will open with an exclusive VIP launch party on the 28th July at their Exchange Square location. Designer Philip Stephens brings with him his close friend, celebrity DJ Jodie Harsh who will host the evening along with performing a spectacular set from her iconic London club night, Circus.
www.unconditional.uk.com
MORE: http://bit.ly/oCmMKi
Monday, 25 July 2011
DANAQA, a luxury and unique lifestyle brand launches first shop in London
The luxury and unique lifestyle brand for those with a passion for fashionable, quality, jewellery, accessories and home ware – has launched its first shop in London (282 Westbourne Park Road, Notting Hill, London W11).
The design-led brand desires to help entrepreneurs from the developing world grow. Sourced from the more challenging and under exposed corners of the world, such as Ethiopia, Nepal and Rwanda; who have previously had difficulty trading and finding a route to market, but have a wealth of beautiful traditional crafts and talented designers.
Cleverly created using fascinating craft techniques the range includes: Ethiopian tribal bangles used as bag handles alongside the softest buttery leather, beautifully hand beaded vibrant cloth and leather belts and ostrich eggshell earrings that are carefully hand carved with a pin.
The inspiring concept prides itself on being high end, but is unusual in the market as it is completely ethical right down the production chain – from the beautiful boxes they package the goods in made from recycled elephant dung, to the Ethiopian web designers who have created the website.
As well as adopting fair trade principles, DANAQA is aiming to add another ethical dimension – supporting wider development opportunities in countries where products are sourced. Its main ethical commitment is to promise to leave as much of the value as possible in the countries and communities it sources from and find communities and countries that are in need of economic impact.
www.danaqa.com
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The design-led brand desires to help entrepreneurs from the developing world grow. Sourced from the more challenging and under exposed corners of the world, such as Ethiopia, Nepal and Rwanda; who have previously had difficulty trading and finding a route to market, but have a wealth of beautiful traditional crafts and talented designers.
Cleverly created using fascinating craft techniques the range includes: Ethiopian tribal bangles used as bag handles alongside the softest buttery leather, beautifully hand beaded vibrant cloth and leather belts and ostrich eggshell earrings that are carefully hand carved with a pin.
The inspiring concept prides itself on being high end, but is unusual in the market as it is completely ethical right down the production chain – from the beautiful boxes they package the goods in made from recycled elephant dung, to the Ethiopian web designers who have created the website.
As well as adopting fair trade principles, DANAQA is aiming to add another ethical dimension – supporting wider development opportunities in countries where products are sourced. Its main ethical commitment is to promise to leave as much of the value as possible in the countries and communities it sources from and find communities and countries that are in need of economic impact.
www.danaqa.com
MORE: http://bit.ly/qWaxMh
On the Map, the first online resource for London shoppers has launched
A new website for London shoppers from the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea to help visitors to the area and support its strong mix of large and small retailers and maintain vibrancy on the high street, has been launched today.
On the Map is the first online resource of its kind in London and covers some of the Capital’s most high-profile shopping destinations, including Knightsbridge, Notting Hill, the King’s Road and Portobello, providing a comprehensive list of the unique shops, boutiques, restaurants, bars, hotels, and attractions in the area.
The new initiative provides an interactive series of maps to The Royal Borough’s key shopping areas, highlighting the type of shopping experience each centre offers and linking to other useful services including individual retailers’ websites, where to eat, cultural highlights, local history, travel information and weather forecasts. The service can be accessed via smartphone, PC, handheld computer or similar.
The new maps have been created following research which showed that the number one reason for visiting the area is ‘to shop’: 13.1 million people visit the Borough each year, of which 1.7 are from overseas. £1.3bn is spent by visitors on shopping in the Borough each year.
Kensington and Chelsea has a vibrant and distinguished retail reputation as the home of destination stores such as Harrods, Harvey Nichols and Peter Jones and the birthplace of iconic design businesses such as Vivienne Westwood and Mary Quant’s first fashion houses. The borough is also home to the famous antiques, clothing and fruit and vegetable market on Portobello Road.
www.rbkc.gov.uk/visit
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On the Map is the first online resource of its kind in London and covers some of the Capital’s most high-profile shopping destinations, including Knightsbridge, Notting Hill, the King’s Road and Portobello, providing a comprehensive list of the unique shops, boutiques, restaurants, bars, hotels, and attractions in the area.
The new initiative provides an interactive series of maps to The Royal Borough’s key shopping areas, highlighting the type of shopping experience each centre offers and linking to other useful services including individual retailers’ websites, where to eat, cultural highlights, local history, travel information and weather forecasts. The service can be accessed via smartphone, PC, handheld computer or similar.
The new maps have been created following research which showed that the number one reason for visiting the area is ‘to shop’: 13.1 million people visit the Borough each year, of which 1.7 are from overseas. £1.3bn is spent by visitors on shopping in the Borough each year.
Kensington and Chelsea has a vibrant and distinguished retail reputation as the home of destination stores such as Harrods, Harvey Nichols and Peter Jones and the birthplace of iconic design businesses such as Vivienne Westwood and Mary Quant’s first fashion houses. The borough is also home to the famous antiques, clothing and fruit and vegetable market on Portobello Road.
www.rbkc.gov.uk/visit
MORE: http://bit.ly/pifkem
WB Creative Jewellery Group creates Advalorem
WB Creative Jewellery Group creates Advalorem, a new company set to provide link between up-and-coming boutique brands and British retailers
WB Creative Jewellery Group Ltd announces the creation of Advalorem, a new company set to provide link between up-and-coming boutique brands and British retailers. Advalorem will work with the specific intention of nurturing individuality, originality and creativity in fine jewellery and design.
The new company will find and support carefully selected boutique brands and designer-jewellers, from both the UK and overseas and will introduce them to selected British retailers seeking exquisitely-made, luxury products and leading design.
www.westonbeamor.co.uk
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WB Creative Jewellery Group Ltd announces the creation of Advalorem, a new company set to provide link between up-and-coming boutique brands and British retailers. Advalorem will work with the specific intention of nurturing individuality, originality and creativity in fine jewellery and design.
The new company will find and support carefully selected boutique brands and designer-jewellers, from both the UK and overseas and will introduce them to selected British retailers seeking exquisitely-made, luxury products and leading design.
www.westonbeamor.co.uk
MORE: http://bit.ly/q9PFmH
Friday, 22 July 2011
TONI&GUY unveils a range of new hairstyling tools
2011 sees the launch of three, new TONI&GUY ELECTRICAL hairstyling tools that have been thoroughly road tested by the TONI&GUY International Artistic Team, led by Global Creative Director Sacha Mascolo-Tarbuck.
LAUNCHING FOR AUTUMN 2011
NEW TONI&GUY TOUCH CONTROL CREATIVE CURLER £34.99
INNOVATION Range- ‘Fusing Fashion & Hairdressing Inspiration’
To further build on the award winning success of the Touch Control range, Creative Curler was developed to craft voluminous and curly styles using a modern, edgy technology.
NEW TONI&GUY DEEP BARREL WAVER £39.99
Core Range- Accessible, High Quality, Protection from the Experts
Back by popular demand, the Deep Barrel Waver is positioned within the Core category and is all about creating effortlessly natural waves- think Gisele Bundchen for inspiration. Prep hair with mousse for added hold and volume and simply work the barrel along the length of the hair from root to tip- holding for around 15 seconds.
NEW VOLUME&CURL DIFFUSER DRYER RRP£26.99
Core Range- Accessible, High Quality, Protection from the Experts
To further build on the Core category of: accessible, high quality and expert protection, TONI&GUY Electricals introduces the VOLUME&CURL DIFFUSER DRYER. Designed to give enviable voluminous curls as well as beached out waves, the dryer is a lightweight product which is both great value and gives great results.
MORE: http://bit.ly/oRvzIS
LAUNCHING FOR AUTUMN 2011
NEW TONI&GUY TOUCH CONTROL CREATIVE CURLER £34.99
INNOVATION Range- ‘Fusing Fashion & Hairdressing Inspiration’
To further build on the award winning success of the Touch Control range, Creative Curler was developed to craft voluminous and curly styles using a modern, edgy technology.
NEW TONI&GUY DEEP BARREL WAVER £39.99
Core Range- Accessible, High Quality, Protection from the Experts
Back by popular demand, the Deep Barrel Waver is positioned within the Core category and is all about creating effortlessly natural waves- think Gisele Bundchen for inspiration. Prep hair with mousse for added hold and volume and simply work the barrel along the length of the hair from root to tip- holding for around 15 seconds.
NEW VOLUME&CURL DIFFUSER DRYER RRP£26.99
Core Range- Accessible, High Quality, Protection from the Experts
To further build on the Core category of: accessible, high quality and expert protection, TONI&GUY Electricals introduces the VOLUME&CURL DIFFUSER DRYER. Designed to give enviable voluminous curls as well as beached out waves, the dryer is a lightweight product which is both great value and gives great results.
MORE: http://bit.ly/oRvzIS
Lulu Guinness unveils debut collection of travel bags and luggage
Lulu Guinness launches first Luggage Collection
Lulu Guinness is delighted to unveil her first collection of travel bags and luggage. This exquisite range, designed specifically for the style-conscious, female traveller, is a unique combination of Lulu’s inimitable style and the very best in contemporary engineering, pairing practicality with unapologetic glamour.
Hard side prices from £195 - £245.00
Soft side prices from £165.00 - £195.00
MORE: http://bit.ly/puhaWy
Lulu Guinness is delighted to unveil her first collection of travel bags and luggage. This exquisite range, designed specifically for the style-conscious, female traveller, is a unique combination of Lulu’s inimitable style and the very best in contemporary engineering, pairing practicality with unapologetic glamour.
Hard side prices from £195 - £245.00
Soft side prices from £165.00 - £195.00
MORE: http://bit.ly/puhaWy
Vivienne Westwood design duo launch Jessie and James
Introducing Jessie and James - Vivienne Westwood design duo launch new British baby brand inspired by Billy their kid
Former Vivienne Westwood designer James New and creative head pattern cutter Jessica Richard announce the launch of a new British designed and manufactured baby and kidswear brand, 'Jessie and James'.
The birth of their baby son Billy inspired them to collaborate together through fashion, which led them to design a range of kidswear for boys and girls aged three months to three years targeting fashion conscious parents, family and friends.
Jessie and James will maintain its British design roots and be entirely produced within the UK, with fabrics sourced from northern mills and manufacturing taking place in Nottingham.
The range features 100 per cent interlock and pima cotton jersey as the foundation of the collection to give babies and children the softest most comfortable feel possible, offering parents practicality and making the range very easy to wear and maintain.
The first range, entitled 'Under Construction', features a collection of playful jersey and cotton mixed dresses with big patch pockets, circle skirts, pleated blouses, and asymmetrical capes. For the boys there are cool zip up hoodies, baggy trousers, dazzling dungarees, patchwork tops and t-shirts with roll up sleeves featuring contrast colours and prints. Babies are dressed in quirky jumpsuits, culotte skorts and charming playvests.
Together the collection displays the designers' joy of playing with shapes and providing little ones with a wonderfully distinctive wardrobe.
The Spring/Summer 2012 collection will be available to the public in selected boutiques and their online shop www.jessieandjames.co.uk from February 2012.
MORE: http://bit.ly/ny8rXv
Former Vivienne Westwood designer James New and creative head pattern cutter Jessica Richard announce the launch of a new British designed and manufactured baby and kidswear brand, 'Jessie and James'.
The birth of their baby son Billy inspired them to collaborate together through fashion, which led them to design a range of kidswear for boys and girls aged three months to three years targeting fashion conscious parents, family and friends.
Jessie and James will maintain its British design roots and be entirely produced within the UK, with fabrics sourced from northern mills and manufacturing taking place in Nottingham.
The range features 100 per cent interlock and pima cotton jersey as the foundation of the collection to give babies and children the softest most comfortable feel possible, offering parents practicality and making the range very easy to wear and maintain.
The first range, entitled 'Under Construction', features a collection of playful jersey and cotton mixed dresses with big patch pockets, circle skirts, pleated blouses, and asymmetrical capes. For the boys there are cool zip up hoodies, baggy trousers, dazzling dungarees, patchwork tops and t-shirts with roll up sleeves featuring contrast colours and prints. Babies are dressed in quirky jumpsuits, culotte skorts and charming playvests.
Together the collection displays the designers' joy of playing with shapes and providing little ones with a wonderfully distinctive wardrobe.
The Spring/Summer 2012 collection will be available to the public in selected boutiques and their online shop www.jessieandjames.co.uk from February 2012.
MORE: http://bit.ly/ny8rXv
New clothing brand Tekkers has been launched
New clothing brand Tekkers www.tekkers.co.uk is now open for business.
Founded by ex-professional footballer and copresenter of Wayne Rooneyʼs Street Striker Andy Ansah, Tekkers is a line of supercomfortable, quality clothing designed for people with “Unbelievable Tekkers”.
Ansah coined the phrase on Street Striker to describe particularly mind- blowing skills in football. This expression inspired a weekly Soccer A.M. segment and has quickly evolved to become catch-all street slang for anything involving incredible skill. Whether itʼs street artists, skateboarders or five-a-side footballers “Unbelievable Tekkers” is now the buzzword for quality skill. A quick YouTube search will show worldwide athletes and adventurers posting their own unique Tekkers.
This is precisely why Ansah chose the phrase for a distinctive debut range that includes short and long-sleeve T-shirts, hoodies and ladies vests, all featuring the slogan.
A number of celebrities will be wearing the brand over the coming months. The athletes, entertainers and musicians currently sporting the debut Tekkers range can be viewed in the gallery at:
MORE: http://bit.ly/qD1oNR
Founded by ex-professional footballer and copresenter of Wayne Rooneyʼs Street Striker Andy Ansah, Tekkers is a line of supercomfortable, quality clothing designed for people with “Unbelievable Tekkers”.
Ansah coined the phrase on Street Striker to describe particularly mind- blowing skills in football. This expression inspired a weekly Soccer A.M. segment and has quickly evolved to become catch-all street slang for anything involving incredible skill. Whether itʼs street artists, skateboarders or five-a-side footballers “Unbelievable Tekkers” is now the buzzword for quality skill. A quick YouTube search will show worldwide athletes and adventurers posting their own unique Tekkers.
This is precisely why Ansah chose the phrase for a distinctive debut range that includes short and long-sleeve T-shirts, hoodies and ladies vests, all featuring the slogan.
A number of celebrities will be wearing the brand over the coming months. The athletes, entertainers and musicians currently sporting the debut Tekkers range can be viewed in the gallery at:
MORE: http://bit.ly/qD1oNR
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
Keep hair hydrated this summer with the new Ojon Dry Recovery ritual
The Dry Recovery Hydrating Shampoo is a rich, pearlescent shampoo that instantly lathers to gently cleanse and condition dry, dehydrated hair. It is formulated with gentle, coconut-based cleansing agents and helps condition and smooth dry, dehydrated hair. It adds weightless body without static and contains Jojoba, Babassu and Macadamia Oils, known for their high concentration of nourishing essential lipids.
RRP £18, 250ml
The Dry Recovery Conditioner is a nourishing, creamy, daily conditioner for dry, dehydrated hair. It helps condition and smooth dry, dehydrated hair and is formulated with Shea Butter and Jojoba and Babassu Oils, which contain nourishing essential lipids. The Ojon™ Oil penetrates deep within the hair shaft to repair and seal the cuticle and further enhances the hydrating properties of Blue Agave Nectar.
RRP £19.50, 250ml
The Dry Recovery Revitalising Moisture Mist is a pre-styling leave-in detangling spray with plant-derived conditioners and hydrating Blue Agave Nectar. It can be used daily without adding weight to hair and it instantly nourishes and detangles hair, leaving it shiny and easy to comb. Honey Extract, Lemongrass and Ginseng lightly condition and restore shine and suppleness.
RRP £20, 175ml
The Dry Recovery Intensive Hydrating 2 Minute Hair Mask is a creamy, fast-acting conditioning mask that deeply nourishes, smoothes and refreshes dehydrated hair. It penetrates quickly to help nourish and smooth dry, brittle hair and preps hair for styling and enhances shine.
RRP £28, 250ml
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Revlon launches Top Speed Nail Enamel
These days, who can spare more than 60 seconds? Revlon believes that looking glamorous doesn’t need to take all day. Revlon Top Speed™ Nail Enamel contains a patented formula which gives an amazingly quick, smooth lay down of color for a gorgeous, super shiny finish in only a minute.
With a revolutionary ColorPrecise™ Brush that is engineered to work seamlessly with the one coat, fast dry formula, Revlon Top Speed™ promises a salon-quality application every time – in half the drying time. And with the gorgeous array of runway-worthy shades, it will be 60 seconds worth sparing!
SHADES: Available in 7 trend-led shades
SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: £6.49
AVAILABILITY: September 2011 - Boots and Superdrug nationwide
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Hussein Chalayan launches new fragrance
Comme des Garçons announces the launch of Hussein Chalayan's perfume
- perfume concept by Hussein Chalayan
- bottle and packaging by Hussein Chalayan
- perfume creation by Comme des Garçons
- produced by Comme des Garçons
- international launch at Dover Street Market on July 21st, 2011, rolling out to all Comme des Garçons Parfums and Hussein Chalayan clients by end July
- Recommended Retail Prices £60, 66 EURO, $95 and ¥8500 for 50ml spray eau de toilette
- top notes": neroli of Tunisia, lemon from Syracuse, bergamot
- middle notes": lentiscus, juniper berry
- base notes": incense, musk, cedarwood
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Justin Beiber set to launch debut fragrance ‘Someday’
Pure Public Relations selected by SAS & Company to promote Justin Beiber’s debut fragrance ‘Someday’
Pure Public Relations are delighted to announce they will be responsible for all PR activity in the UK and Eire for Justin Beiber’s debut fragrance ‘Someday’. The new fragrance will launch exclusively at Harrods, on 5th August and will roll out nationwide on 10th September through leading stores.
Justin Beiber is a global superstar, with a #1 album in 17 countries. He is the undisputed king of social media, with over 1 billion views on YouTube, over 32 million Facebook fans and over 10 million followers on Twitter. Appropriately social and print media will be fundamental to the PR campaign reaching out to the millions of Justin Beiber fans in the UK.
‘Someday’ by Justin Bieber is the pop sensation’s first prestige market fragrance. A female scent, with a heart-shaped flower at the top and removable charms hanging from the neck will appeal to his 14-18 year old fan base.
Committed to the spirit of giving back, Justin has teamed up with Give Back Brands Inc, to create the fragrance, with profits going to charity. Launching in the UK in Autumn 2011, Justin Bieber’s new scent will be a female fragrance available as 100ml, 50ml, 30ml EDP plus a Hair Mist and Body Lotion.
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MeMeMe announces the launch of their new premium face collection
With summer in sight, acclaimed makeup brand MeMeMe are proud to announce the launch of their new premium face collection guaranteed to give you flawless skin this summer.
Seventh Heaven
Get a little piece of heaven, formulated to prime & nourish the skin and enriched with Shea Butter, Vitamin A & Beta Carotene to repair, rejuvenate,
brighten and hydrate skin.
RRP £15.00
Flawless Cream Foundation
This long-lasting satin finish Flawless Cream Foundation is rich in microspheres and light-absorbing pigments to give skin a smooth, even, hydrated and revitalised complexion. Available in four shades and enriched with antioxidants and SPF 15, this must have foundation adds instant radiance to all skin tones whilst offering maximum protection from the environment.
RRP £12.50
Flawless Tinted Moisturiser
This light yet effective Flawless Tinted Moisturiser is available in four shades, all rich in light-reflecting pigments and microspheres to deliver a flawless natural radiance; enriched with Jojoba Oil and Glycerin to moisturise and nourish the skin, it also provides SPF 15 to offer maximum protection from the environment.
RRP £9.99
Available from July 2011 from our interactive website www.mememecosmetics.co.uk and Superdrug stores nationwide
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Baby G launches new female blogzine ‘G MAG’
G Mag is a brand new blogzine for women brought to you by Baby-G.
G Mag creates a world around Baby-G and its newly launched sister range Premium Baby-G, reaching out to ambitious young professional women between the ages of 18 and 35 who are interested in fashion, music, art and sport.
The blog helps divide women’s daily lives into manageable pieces, which in this day and age is increasingly difficult. Readers navigate site content through three clearly time-defined categories that relate to every woman’s daily life:
The site will also feature light-hearted articles on fun things to do, great places to go, and wonderful things to indulge in.
G Mag also features ‘Your G Mag’. This enables readers to hand select their favourite articles and features, to create a personalised online magazine tailored specifically to their likes. The personalised digimag can then be shared with friends through Facebook, Twitter, and email. This is a unique design concept marrying print with digital in an original way – added value content is hidden within the online magazine, giving followers something tangible to stick up on their wall. The concept of time as a precious commodity closely ties in with the G-Shock premier brand value of toughness, but with an all-important female orientated time-juggling slant to give Baby G its own unique personality distinct from the male G-Shock collection.
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New men's clothing range Realm & Empire has been launched
Realm & Empire reflects a time when exceptional Britons shaped our future, and were undisputed leaders in their fields. When ‘Made in Britain’ was universally regarded as a mark of quality and authenticity.
The concept behind the Realm & Empire brand is to deliver a unique men’s clothing range that has a real story and a strong sense of history and integrity behind it. Realm & Empire takes a nostalgic look at this rich heritage and then updates it through contemporary design. The result is undeniably modern, but also echoes the qualities of purpose, practicality, steadfastness and often eccentricity that have defined our country’s historic past.Each Realm & Empire garment, every design and graphic, will be created with this underlying proposition in mind. Our commitment is to conceive each new season’s collection with the respect that the historical references, and both the national and personal triumphs involved, truly deserve.
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Tuesday, 19 July 2011
Hip and Healthy magazine launches
Hip and Healthy, a brand new digital health and wellbeing magazine has launched.
Hip and Healthy will inspire you to be the healthiest and happiest version of yourself, whereever you are in the world. It's an online magazine, updated bi-monthly (and a few pieces weekly) that features expert advice and opinions from the worlds of health, fitness, beauty, style and travel, all with a healthy twist.
MORE: http://bit.ly/rtausw
Hip and Healthy will inspire you to be the healthiest and happiest version of yourself, whereever you are in the world. It's an online magazine, updated bi-monthly (and a few pieces weekly) that features expert advice and opinions from the worlds of health, fitness, beauty, style and travel, all with a healthy twist.
MORE: http://bit.ly/rtausw
Brand new men’s grooming e-commerce store, The Grooming Clinic launches
Brand new men’s grooming eCommerce store launches stocking luxury face and body collections for the modern dandy
Brand new eCommerce platform, The Grooming Clinic is set to retail only the most prestigious grooming collections. The concept is to adopt a 'Tried & Tested approach, featuring only ranges that pass a thorough / strict preliminary assessment.
The assessments are carried out by industry leading experts and highly acclaimed male grooming bloggers who have on-the-pulse grooming information. The Grooming Clinic also features ‘The Grooming Guide,’ a range of comprehensive tutorials with advice on how to approach relevant aspects of the grooming domain.
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Brand new eCommerce platform, The Grooming Clinic is set to retail only the most prestigious grooming collections. The concept is to adopt a 'Tried & Tested approach, featuring only ranges that pass a thorough / strict preliminary assessment.
The assessments are carried out by industry leading experts and highly acclaimed male grooming bloggers who have on-the-pulse grooming information. The Grooming Clinic also features ‘The Grooming Guide,’ a range of comprehensive tutorials with advice on how to approach relevant aspects of the grooming domain.
MORE: http://bit.ly/qd8g8W
John Smedley unveil limited edition directional range
John Smedley present Capsule Collection, a limited edition directional range of womenswear.
New for Autumn Winter, John Smedley launches a beautifully crafted range of luxurious winter knits in voluminous silhouettes, re-defining the iconic
brand.
The nine statement pieces are made from carefully sourced silk, cashmere and extra fine Merino Wool and spun into incredibly fine yarn in a colour
palette of classic black and charcoal. Made using a loom exclusive to John Smedley, each garment is constructed using a unique method in which
the garment is woven as a whole. These pieces are then sculpted to mould the body, producing an uncompromising fit with seamless perfection.
Produced at the John Smedley Mill in Derbyshire, the leading British Knitwear factory have been able to use their 225 years of experience to create an innovative and stylish collection that has enabled the brand to take a step in an entirely new direction.
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New for Autumn Winter, John Smedley launches a beautifully crafted range of luxurious winter knits in voluminous silhouettes, re-defining the iconic
brand.
The nine statement pieces are made from carefully sourced silk, cashmere and extra fine Merino Wool and spun into incredibly fine yarn in a colour
palette of classic black and charcoal. Made using a loom exclusive to John Smedley, each garment is constructed using a unique method in which
the garment is woven as a whole. These pieces are then sculpted to mould the body, producing an uncompromising fit with seamless perfection.
Produced at the John Smedley Mill in Derbyshire, the leading British Knitwear factory have been able to use their 225 years of experience to create an innovative and stylish collection that has enabled the brand to take a step in an entirely new direction.
MORE: http://bit.ly/npCcf1
New British clothing company, Water Off A Duck’s Back launch men’s coat
British designer launches the Cycle Coat
Water Off A Duck’s Back, the innovative new British clothing company, has launched a stylish men’s coat tailored for cycling.
Designed and manufactured in England, the Cycle Coat and will go on sale throughout the UK in September 2011.
This beautifully tailored, fully lined coat is designed for cyclists who want to commute and look stylish whilst remaining visible, warm, dry. More people than ever are now cycling in towns and cities across the UK and the Cycle Coat offers a great new solution for people who want to wear normal clothes when cycling, rather than sportswear.
Designed to look like a normal fashion coat but with the functionality expected of a cycle coat it allows you to hop off your bike and walk straight into a meeting, restaurant, pub, looking smart and tailored. It is light, practical, fully waterproof, breathable and will help keep you safe with its unique hidden reflective panels.
Following the successful launch of the women’s range in 2010, Antonia Maybury, founder of Water off a Duck’s Back, has added the menswear range to the collection due to increasing demand. The coat is suited to men looking for a different take on traditional sporty looking cycling and wet weather gear.
The Cycle Coat will go on sale for £140.00 RRP.
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Water Off A Duck’s Back, the innovative new British clothing company, has launched a stylish men’s coat tailored for cycling.
Designed and manufactured in England, the Cycle Coat and will go on sale throughout the UK in September 2011.
This beautifully tailored, fully lined coat is designed for cyclists who want to commute and look stylish whilst remaining visible, warm, dry. More people than ever are now cycling in towns and cities across the UK and the Cycle Coat offers a great new solution for people who want to wear normal clothes when cycling, rather than sportswear.
Designed to look like a normal fashion coat but with the functionality expected of a cycle coat it allows you to hop off your bike and walk straight into a meeting, restaurant, pub, looking smart and tailored. It is light, practical, fully waterproof, breathable and will help keep you safe with its unique hidden reflective panels.
Following the successful launch of the women’s range in 2010, Antonia Maybury, founder of Water off a Duck’s Back, has added the menswear range to the collection due to increasing demand. The coat is suited to men looking for a different take on traditional sporty looking cycling and wet weather gear.
The Cycle Coat will go on sale for £140.00 RRP.
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Luxury British accessories brand Sophie Hulme launches at Selfridges
Sophie Hulme accessories launches at Selfridges, August 2011, with a selection of luxurious leather bags with signature metalwork detail in a range of sizes and textures. The casual messenger styles and more formal totes come in soft leather and faux fur fabrics, from £225.
The collection includes a nude leather tote, one of next season’s hottest colours, which is exclusive to Selfridges Oxford Street and Selfridges.com, £490. The launch will be celebrated with an installation on the Contemporary Wall in Selfridges Accessories Hall featuring vintage letters and Sophie’s signature charms. As with every season a charm accompanies every purchase, next season’s charm is a brass padlock.
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The collection includes a nude leather tote, one of next season’s hottest colours, which is exclusive to Selfridges Oxford Street and Selfridges.com, £490. The launch will be celebrated with an installation on the Contemporary Wall in Selfridges Accessories Hall featuring vintage letters and Sophie’s signature charms. As with every season a charm accompanies every purchase, next season’s charm is a brass padlock.
MORE: http://bit.ly/njuwpB
New Italian fashion jewellery brand Trisori has been launched
New Italian fashion jewellery brand Trisori has already made its mark on London Fashion Week and London Jewellery Week, alongside numerous other fashion jewellery designers. The handmade statement pieces have caught attention with their unique forms and semi- precious stones.
This summer season the gold Marisa chain is taking centre stage.
Available with black onyx and green chrisoprase, the Marisa caters to both the more colourful dressers and those who prefer more neutral colours. Much like the entire “Butterfly Collection”, the Marisa chains have a strong contemporary feel that is full of colour.
This key piece will look great both day and night. Imagine it over a kaftan or a bikini on the beach or with a “little white dress” for dinner on the sea front. This versatile piece will be a true friend in this summer’s accessory armoire.
Each and every Trisori piece is designed to not only catch the eye, but also to make the wearer feel fantastic and joyful.
Prices start from £39.00 and all products are available online at www.trisori.com
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This summer season the gold Marisa chain is taking centre stage.
Available with black onyx and green chrisoprase, the Marisa caters to both the more colourful dressers and those who prefer more neutral colours. Much like the entire “Butterfly Collection”, the Marisa chains have a strong contemporary feel that is full of colour.
This key piece will look great both day and night. Imagine it over a kaftan or a bikini on the beach or with a “little white dress” for dinner on the sea front. This versatile piece will be a true friend in this summer’s accessory armoire.
Each and every Trisori piece is designed to not only catch the eye, but also to make the wearer feel fantastic and joyful.
Prices start from £39.00 and all products are available online at www.trisori.com
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Models Own launches new eye-shadow collection
New semi-precious cream shadows
Models Own brings you the new shimmering Quartz Collection. Inspired by hues of amethyst, crystal and anthracite, the collection includes seven NEW weightless creaseless cream Shadows (£6.00) and a punchy double ended Glitter liner in Black Knight, (£5.00) for the eyes and treats for the lips include Ballet Pink Lip Balm (£5.00) and a beautiful gloss in Pearl (£5.00).
The melted-down eye shadows can be applied as light as you like for a sheer, barely there androgynous look or if you are feeling daring then build up the layers of colour to create a heavy, intense dramatic finish. Apply with the Models Own Angled Eye shadow Brush, (£5.00) for sharp definition along the lashline for a long-lasting eyeliner effect, or simply use your finger tip. For a dramatic look, line your eyes with Black Knight and use the applicator to softly blend the line to remove any hard edges. Use lighter shades White and Gold Pearl which have been infused with iridescence as eyeshadow primers and highlighters for the cheek and brow bone. Especially formulated to be versatile in application and effect.
Choose from seven new Quartz shades; Phantom Black – Deep moody black, Anthracite – Rich gun grey, White Pearl – Iridescent shimmer, Pink Piper – Sheer warm rose, Gold Pearl – Soft golden glow, Mash-Up Mauve - Vibrant violet, Fix-Up Fudge – Shimmering bronze
Models Own brings you the new shimmering Quartz Collection. Inspired by hues of amethyst, crystal and anthracite, the collection includes seven NEW weightless creaseless cream Shadows (£6.00) and a punchy double ended Glitter liner in Black Knight, (£5.00) for the eyes and treats for the lips include Ballet Pink Lip Balm (£5.00) and a beautiful gloss in Pearl (£5.00).
The melted-down eye shadows can be applied as light as you like for a sheer, barely there androgynous look or if you are feeling daring then build up the layers of colour to create a heavy, intense dramatic finish. Apply with the Models Own Angled Eye shadow Brush, (£5.00) for sharp definition along the lashline for a long-lasting eyeliner effect, or simply use your finger tip. For a dramatic look, line your eyes with Black Knight and use the applicator to softly blend the line to remove any hard edges. Use lighter shades White and Gold Pearl which have been infused with iridescence as eyeshadow primers and highlighters for the cheek and brow bone. Especially formulated to be versatile in application and effect.
Choose from seven new Quartz shades; Phantom Black – Deep moody black, Anthracite – Rich gun grey, White Pearl – Iridescent shimmer, Pink Piper – Sheer warm rose, Gold Pearl – Soft golden glow, Mash-Up Mauve - Vibrant violet, Fix-Up Fudge – Shimmering bronze
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Keromask, a new foundation line suitable for all skin types has launched
KEROMASK: Cover with Confidence - a new generation of foundation for everyone
- 24 Shades, suitable for all skin colours
- Suitable for disguising all skin imperfections, including: acne, vitiligo, rosacea, scars, under-eye circles and unwanted tattoos
- Four finishing powders to guarantee results are waterproof, smudge-proof and heat resistant
- Easy to apply, smooth, soft and contemporary
Buy a Keromask Starter Kit for just £2.99. Perfect if you’re unsure of the right shade for your skin tone, each pack contains a selection of shades to suit light medium or dark complexions, all four finishing powders as well as a white and yellow mixer, allowing you to experiment at home before committing to buy the full sized products.
Keromask is trusted, used and recommended by the British Red Cross Skin Camouflage Clinics, the British Medical Association and listed by the National Health Service as an effective solution for the 1 in 4 people in the UK who live with a skin condition.
Eryca Freemantle is the brand consultant for Keromask. She is an extremely inspirational woman, who after having a near fatal car crash which left her with severe facial scarring and caused her to lose all her hair, trained to become a corrective make-up artist. Eryca is available for make-up tips and interviews.
Foundation £14.99 each
Finishing Powders £15.99 in four shades - translucent, light, medium and dark
Professional application Brushes £14.99 for travel and £19.99 for larger set
Keromask Facial Wipes £4.99 - specially designed to be extremely gentle on delicate skin, and extra-wet to lift the colour away
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- 24 Shades, suitable for all skin colours
- Suitable for disguising all skin imperfections, including: acne, vitiligo, rosacea, scars, under-eye circles and unwanted tattoos
- Four finishing powders to guarantee results are waterproof, smudge-proof and heat resistant
- Easy to apply, smooth, soft and contemporary
Buy a Keromask Starter Kit for just £2.99. Perfect if you’re unsure of the right shade for your skin tone, each pack contains a selection of shades to suit light medium or dark complexions, all four finishing powders as well as a white and yellow mixer, allowing you to experiment at home before committing to buy the full sized products.
Keromask is trusted, used and recommended by the British Red Cross Skin Camouflage Clinics, the British Medical Association and listed by the National Health Service as an effective solution for the 1 in 4 people in the UK who live with a skin condition.
Eryca Freemantle is the brand consultant for Keromask. She is an extremely inspirational woman, who after having a near fatal car crash which left her with severe facial scarring and caused her to lose all her hair, trained to become a corrective make-up artist. Eryca is available for make-up tips and interviews.
Foundation £14.99 each
Finishing Powders £15.99 in four shades - translucent, light, medium and dark
Professional application Brushes £14.99 for travel and £19.99 for larger set
Keromask Facial Wipes £4.99 - specially designed to be extremely gentle on delicate skin, and extra-wet to lift the colour away
MORE: http://bit.ly/pCZqjU
Little BU nail polish appoints PR
Little BU nail polish appoints Imagination PR to handle PR activity and launch.
Founded by beauty maven Patricia Dente-Haimes, Little BU™ is a new collection of non-toxic, water-based nail polishes in on-trend colours, designed for sassy little girls.
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Founded by beauty maven Patricia Dente-Haimes, Little BU™ is a new collection of non-toxic, water-based nail polishes in on-trend colours, designed for sassy little girls.
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Elemis creates Limited Edition All About Eyes collection
Exclusive from 1st to 31st August, Elemis, the leading British spa and skincare brand has created a Limited Edition All About Eyes collection (rrp. £58/€80/30% saving) containing an advanced 3-step eyecare trio. Harnessing the natural power of plant and marine extracts these products cleanse and hydrate, soothe and protect and intensely lift, support and smooth the delicate eye area.
Elemis Limited Edition All About Eyes - RRP £58/€80 (30% saving)
Available while stocks last 1st until 31st August 2011
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Elemis Limited Edition All About Eyes - RRP £58/€80 (30% saving)
Available while stocks last 1st until 31st August 2011
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Next Model Management announces partnership with 'Vodafone London Fashion Weekend'
Next Model Management announces official partnership with 'Vodafone London Fashion Weekend' for the Catwalk
Vodafone London Fashion Weekend is a must for anyone wanting to catch a piece of the London Fashion Week action; it is your opportunity to buy trend defining items from designer brands, watch catwalk shows and indulge in some amazing beauty treatments.
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Vodafone London Fashion Weekend is a must for anyone wanting to catch a piece of the London Fashion Week action; it is your opportunity to buy trend defining items from designer brands, watch catwalk shows and indulge in some amazing beauty treatments.
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De Montfort student’s winning designs to feature in Gola’s 2012 collection
A De Montfort University (DMU) student will see her footwear and bag designs hit the shops next spring after winning a competition to create a collection for Gola’s 2012 range.
Second-year footwear design student Jennifer Brook was one of 36 students on the course challenged by internationally-renowned fashion brand Gola to create designs that bring the rich heritage of the brand’s history into the 21st century.
Jennifer came out on top when she wowed Gola judges with her innovative designs which take inspiration from sports activities such as running, swimming and the long jump. Designs incorporating the layout of running tracks and prints of the words ‘hop’, ‘skip’, and ‘jump’ are key features of the student’s winning collection.
The 22-year-old from Huddersfield will now see her designs in high-street stores worldwide from spring 2012.
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Second-year footwear design student Jennifer Brook was one of 36 students on the course challenged by internationally-renowned fashion brand Gola to create designs that bring the rich heritage of the brand’s history into the 21st century.
Jennifer came out on top when she wowed Gola judges with her innovative designs which take inspiration from sports activities such as running, swimming and the long jump. Designs incorporating the layout of running tracks and prints of the words ‘hop’, ‘skip’, and ‘jump’ are key features of the student’s winning collection.
The 22-year-old from Huddersfield will now see her designs in high-street stores worldwide from spring 2012.
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Philanthropic animal-inspired headwear brand SpiritHoods have launched SpiritHood Kids
LA based, philanthropic animal-inspired headwear brand SpiritHoods have launched SpiritHood Kids.
SpiritHoods connects kids in a unique and creative way to nature and animals. The brand (handmade in LA) believes in the conservation and protection of the planet and actively donates a portion of their proceeds to non-profit organisations that protect endangered species. So if you buy a panda, you help a panda. Styles include the Husky, Leopard, Wolf and Brown Bear.
Fans of the adult range include Jessie J, Ellie Goulding, Nicola Formichetti, Jared Leto and Vanessa Hudgens.
Available at Selfridges and independents across the UK.
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SpiritHoods connects kids in a unique and creative way to nature and animals. The brand (handmade in LA) believes in the conservation and protection of the planet and actively donates a portion of their proceeds to non-profit organisations that protect endangered species. So if you buy a panda, you help a panda. Styles include the Husky, Leopard, Wolf and Brown Bear.
Fans of the adult range include Jessie J, Ellie Goulding, Nicola Formichetti, Jared Leto and Vanessa Hudgens.
Available at Selfridges and independents across the UK.
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Vintage jewellery brand Rock n' Rose appoints PR
Masters of unique handcrafted headpieces and re-worked vintage jewellery, Rock n' Rose have re- appointed Boudoir PR to handle all UK press and publicity.
Eccentric and distinctly feminine design has won Rock n' Rose an ever-growing legion of stylish celebrity fans including Pixie Lott, Jameela Jamil, Alexandra Burke and The Saturdays. Originally offering a collection of romantic trinket-style vintage jewellery, with components sourced the world over, Rock n Rose collections have grown infinitely and now include seasonal hair accessories, friendship bracelets and a dedicated bridal range.
MORE: http://bit.ly/qY7XCx
Eccentric and distinctly feminine design has won Rock n' Rose an ever-growing legion of stylish celebrity fans including Pixie Lott, Jameela Jamil, Alexandra Burke and The Saturdays. Originally offering a collection of romantic trinket-style vintage jewellery, with components sourced the world over, Rock n Rose collections have grown infinitely and now include seasonal hair accessories, friendship bracelets and a dedicated bridal range.
MORE: http://bit.ly/qY7XCx
Monday, 18 July 2011
New men's footwear brand, ohW? set to launch in spring
Former head of footwear at Ben Sherman announces the launch of a new men's footwear brand this spring
The former head of footwear at Ben Sherman, Stephen Gill launches new men’s footwear brand for spring 2012. The collection includes shoes and boots, with wholesale prices ranging from £38 to £50.
The collection is based on a collaboration with Taiwanese-born footwear factory owner Hiro Chen to produce the range, 'ohW?'
The ohW? brand will be distributed by Macandi and target stockists include independent retailers and multiples.
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The former head of footwear at Ben Sherman, Stephen Gill launches new men’s footwear brand for spring 2012. The collection includes shoes and boots, with wholesale prices ranging from £38 to £50.
The collection is based on a collaboration with Taiwanese-born footwear factory owner Hiro Chen to produce the range, 'ohW?'
The ohW? brand will be distributed by Macandi and target stockists include independent retailers and multiples.
MORE: http://bit.ly/nPii1r
Newly hair and beauty website, Clay & Blosson offers 'Ask Us Anything' service
New hair and beauty website offering hair consultations and advice free of charge has launched
New retail website give their skills to the people by offering hair consultations and advice free of charge.
To show they really know what they're talking about, Clay & Blossom are offering visitors to the site a free hair consultation via Skype. Once users have agreed to a suitable time, they'll be treated to 30 minutes of advice from experts who've been in the business for upwards of 20 years. Anything from a flaky scalp to greasy hair or how to get more from your curlers – now you have a private discussion booth to answer all of the hair questions you've wanted to ask for ages.
Recently launched online retail platform, Clay & Blossom, will be the go-to destination for Hair and Beauty products that are considerate of the environment and your body. Drawing on salon experience of over 20 years and having tried every product in the business, Clay & Blossom bring you the very best in tried, tested and recommended hair and beauty products.
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New retail website give their skills to the people by offering hair consultations and advice free of charge.
To show they really know what they're talking about, Clay & Blossom are offering visitors to the site a free hair consultation via Skype. Once users have agreed to a suitable time, they'll be treated to 30 minutes of advice from experts who've been in the business for upwards of 20 years. Anything from a flaky scalp to greasy hair or how to get more from your curlers – now you have a private discussion booth to answer all of the hair questions you've wanted to ask for ages.
Recently launched online retail platform, Clay & Blossom, will be the go-to destination for Hair and Beauty products that are considerate of the environment and your body. Drawing on salon experience of over 20 years and having tried every product in the business, Clay & Blossom bring you the very best in tried, tested and recommended hair and beauty products.
MORE: http://bit.ly/qk6ruj
Enrapture hair styling appliance range announces launch
Enrapture launches a new collection of electrical hair styling tools designed for creating show stopping volume, texture, curls, body and waves
Enrapture represents the biggest launch in hair styling appliances in over a decade and includes three cutting edge styling tools; Encode Totem Styler, Amplify Jumbo Waver and Extremity Heated Rollers. Each tool in the collection offers an array of head turning styles that will leave women feeling daring, confident and sexy.
Each styling tool in the Enrapture collection is beautifully presented in an elegant midnight blue gift box and comes with a style guide. For safe and easy storage, a heat protection pouch is included with Amplify Jumbo Waver and the Encode Totem Styler.
The Enrapture collection is available at all good retailers. So when everyday hair just isn't enough, the Enrapture brand allows women to achieve styles that will leave them feeling daring, confident and sexy, and become fun-loving, sexy fashionistas from head to toe.
MORE: http://bit.ly/nz692y
Enrapture represents the biggest launch in hair styling appliances in over a decade and includes three cutting edge styling tools; Encode Totem Styler, Amplify Jumbo Waver and Extremity Heated Rollers. Each tool in the collection offers an array of head turning styles that will leave women feeling daring, confident and sexy.
Each styling tool in the Enrapture collection is beautifully presented in an elegant midnight blue gift box and comes with a style guide. For safe and easy storage, a heat protection pouch is included with Amplify Jumbo Waver and the Encode Totem Styler.
The Enrapture collection is available at all good retailers. So when everyday hair just isn't enough, the Enrapture brand allows women to achieve styles that will leave them feeling daring, confident and sexy, and become fun-loving, sexy fashionistas from head to toe.
MORE: http://bit.ly/nz692y
Vidal Sassoon unveils new look for AW11
British hair styling brand, Vidal Sassoon, unveils chic new look for its hair styling appliances this AW11
Iconic British hair styling brand, Vidal Sassoon, is back with a chic new look for autumn / winter 2011. With over 50 years of iconic hairdressing expertise and revolutionary styling combined with all the latest high quality hair care technology, the Vidal Sassoon electrical collection makes creating perfect personal style at home every day completely effortless. The range has been re-branded to Vidal Sassoon to celebrate the name of the man who started it all and to mark a return to the brand's roots in individual, cutting edge styling. The newly redesigned packaging embodies the pioneering hairdresser's love of geometric lines and architecture, capturing the asymmetric looks of Vidal Sassoon's styles. Creating stylish and innovative products for use at home has led the experts at Vidal Sassoon to create two fantastic new collections so everyone can find a product to suit their needs.
The unmissable new range in its eye-catching new packaging will be on shelf from August and is everyone's opportunity to bring a bit of Vidal Sassoon's genius into their own individual style, every day.
MORE: http://bit.ly/nwGqTI
Iconic British hair styling brand, Vidal Sassoon, is back with a chic new look for autumn / winter 2011. With over 50 years of iconic hairdressing expertise and revolutionary styling combined with all the latest high quality hair care technology, the Vidal Sassoon electrical collection makes creating perfect personal style at home every day completely effortless. The range has been re-branded to Vidal Sassoon to celebrate the name of the man who started it all and to mark a return to the brand's roots in individual, cutting edge styling. The newly redesigned packaging embodies the pioneering hairdresser's love of geometric lines and architecture, capturing the asymmetric looks of Vidal Sassoon's styles. Creating stylish and innovative products for use at home has led the experts at Vidal Sassoon to create two fantastic new collections so everyone can find a product to suit their needs.
The unmissable new range in its eye-catching new packaging will be on shelf from August and is everyone's opportunity to bring a bit of Vidal Sassoon's genius into their own individual style, every day.
MORE: http://bit.ly/nwGqTI
Susan Caplan announces new vintage designer accessories range
Susan Caplan Vintage Collection has officially launched their online store and now their new vintage designer accessories range.
With silk scarves from Chanel, Lanvin, Yves Saint Laurent and other iconic fashion houses as well as fetching retro sunglasses from the same designer favourites this range, together with the other showstoppers from Susan Caplan Vintage Collection, will ensure your summer ensembles are catwalk worthy.
Susan's exquisite pieces, created from the thirties to the nineties resonate with elegance and timeless beauty. The Susan Caplan Vintage Collection showcases two ranges both offering the very best in unique style and unparalleled craftsmanship; Susan Caplan Vintage Couture recalls the glamour of the world's most iconic fashion houses and reflects the diversity within, while Susan Caplan Vintage Collection offers a wide range of unsigned rarities. Together, both ranges present a superb paradigm of the charm that vintage fashion has to offer.
Bringing you the most diverse and eclectic range of vintage jewellery in the UK, Susan's new online site (www.susancaplan.co.uk) secures a place for vintage in the UK's fashion stakes once and for all.
Sourced by the market expert herself, Susan's signature collection of earrings, bracelets, necklaces and brooches will constantly tempt.
Susan Caplan Vintage Collection is also still available in the UK's luxury retailers such as Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Asos.com, Matchesfashion.com, Selfridges etc with their ranges being as varied as ever.
Online prices from as low as £16.50
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With silk scarves from Chanel, Lanvin, Yves Saint Laurent and other iconic fashion houses as well as fetching retro sunglasses from the same designer favourites this range, together with the other showstoppers from Susan Caplan Vintage Collection, will ensure your summer ensembles are catwalk worthy.
Susan's exquisite pieces, created from the thirties to the nineties resonate with elegance and timeless beauty. The Susan Caplan Vintage Collection showcases two ranges both offering the very best in unique style and unparalleled craftsmanship; Susan Caplan Vintage Couture recalls the glamour of the world's most iconic fashion houses and reflects the diversity within, while Susan Caplan Vintage Collection offers a wide range of unsigned rarities. Together, both ranges present a superb paradigm of the charm that vintage fashion has to offer.
Bringing you the most diverse and eclectic range of vintage jewellery in the UK, Susan's new online site (www.susancaplan.co.uk) secures a place for vintage in the UK's fashion stakes once and for all.
Sourced by the market expert herself, Susan's signature collection of earrings, bracelets, necklaces and brooches will constantly tempt.
Susan Caplan Vintage Collection is also still available in the UK's luxury retailers such as Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Asos.com, Matchesfashion.com, Selfridges etc with their ranges being as varied as ever.
Online prices from as low as £16.50
MORE: http://bit.ly/o7cTda
Pure launches new show, Close to Season
Pure announces the launch of a new event which has been created to meet the demand caused by changing retailer buying strategies.
Pure Close to Season, held in October, will give buyers an opportunity to top up their current forward order collections, buy short-order for autumn 11 and source new on-trend product for Spring Summer 2012.
The show will be designed to help buyers meet the increasing demand from their consumers for constantly changing, trend driven product, as well respond to weather changes and celebrity influences.
MORE: http://bit.ly/qtjuXK
Pure Close to Season, held in October, will give buyers an opportunity to top up their current forward order collections, buy short-order for autumn 11 and source new on-trend product for Spring Summer 2012.
The show will be designed to help buyers meet the increasing demand from their consumers for constantly changing, trend driven product, as well respond to weather changes and celebrity influences.
MORE: http://bit.ly/qtjuXK
Friday, 15 July 2011
Margin London partners with International Fashion Fair Tokyo
Margin is pleased to announce the results of the exchange programme with International Fashion Fair Tokyo.
Organised by leading Japanese fashion industry publisher Senken Shimbun, the International Fashion Fair (IFF) is one of the largest fashion trade exhibitions in Japan and will be taking place from the 20th to the 22nd of July 2011.
C Grand London, Isy & Peeps, Chili by M4E and Warrior Clothing, who are exhibiting at Margin London on the 7th & 8th of August 2011, have been selected by the IFF committee to exhibit free of charge at the IFF Tokyo show in the directional hall called "Terroir" for international brands.
By return, Margin will be choosing from a selection of Japanese applicants to exhibit their ranges at Margin London. In the past Margin has selected various participants to launch their ranges in the UK including brands such as Ayamé Socks who is now carried in Browns, Present, and Autograph +
MORE: http://bit.ly/pWf5XN
Organised by leading Japanese fashion industry publisher Senken Shimbun, the International Fashion Fair (IFF) is one of the largest fashion trade exhibitions in Japan and will be taking place from the 20th to the 22nd of July 2011.
C Grand London, Isy & Peeps, Chili by M4E and Warrior Clothing, who are exhibiting at Margin London on the 7th & 8th of August 2011, have been selected by the IFF committee to exhibit free of charge at the IFF Tokyo show in the directional hall called "Terroir" for international brands.
By return, Margin will be choosing from a selection of Japanese applicants to exhibit their ranges at Margin London. In the past Margin has selected various participants to launch their ranges in the UK including brands such as Ayamé Socks who is now carried in Browns, Present, and Autograph +
MORE: http://bit.ly/pWf5XN
Mulberry founder Roger Saul, creates new retail concept
Mulberry founder Roger Saul, creates new retail concept at Kilver Court mixing a discount designer shopping emporium with secret gardens, food, pop-up restaurants, a plant nursery and wellness centre.
On 23 and 24 July Kilver Court launches its fabulous new design shopping emporium with a Grand Sale; Saturday 23rd from 10am to 5pm and Sunday 24th from 10am-4pm. Thereafter, the Kilver Court Emporium will be open 7 days a week (Mon-Sat 9am-tpm, Sun 10am-4pm).
MORE: http://bit.ly/nUn2ar
On 23 and 24 July Kilver Court launches its fabulous new design shopping emporium with a Grand Sale; Saturday 23rd from 10am to 5pm and Sunday 24th from 10am-4pm. Thereafter, the Kilver Court Emporium will be open 7 days a week (Mon-Sat 9am-tpm, Sun 10am-4pm).
MORE: http://bit.ly/nUn2ar
Nicole by OPI launches Kardashian Kolors
Nicole by OPI announces Kardashian partnership, featuring 14 “Kaptivating” Nail Lacquers
Nicole by OPI joins the Kardashian/Jenner family in announcing the launch of Kardashian Kolors, 14 new nail lacquer shades inspired by these six trendsetting women. Kris Jenner and her five daughters – Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian and Kylie and Kendall Jenner – are known for their head-to-toe unique style, which now includes nails!
Kardashian Kolors will be available January 2012
RRP £8.50
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Nicole by OPI joins the Kardashian/Jenner family in announcing the launch of Kardashian Kolors, 14 new nail lacquer shades inspired by these six trendsetting women. Kris Jenner and her five daughters – Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian and Kylie and Kendall Jenner – are known for their head-to-toe unique style, which now includes nails!
Kardashian Kolors will be available January 2012
RRP £8.50
MORE: http://bit.ly/qPlsHl
Boots No7 unveil new collections for Christmas
No7 Creative Director, Lisa Eldridge has created a stunning Christmas collection including must-have eye palettes, rich nail colours and a vampy lip shade to create looks fit for a princess.
Lisa says: “Christmas is all about experimenting and having a bit of fun with your make-up. In designing this range I have been inspired by all things playful and whimsical – be bold and get noticed this festive season.”
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Lisa says: “Christmas is all about experimenting and having a bit of fun with your make-up. In designing this range I have been inspired by all things playful and whimsical – be bold and get noticed this festive season.”
MORE: http://bit.ly/oBVrK4
Twisted Sista appoints PR
Twisted Sista, hair styling brand, appoints Soapboax PR to handle press actvity with immediate effect.
Products include shampoo, conditioner and styling products, all available from ASDA, TK Maxx, Home Bargains and selected Poundland Stores.
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Products include shampoo, conditioner and styling products, all available from ASDA, TK Maxx, Home Bargains and selected Poundland Stores.
MORE: http://bit.ly/qbB1wi
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