NEWSLETTER
Dear all,
Do you want to generate sales?
If you are a full member with Fashion Enter and are ready with a collection to sell we are here to represent you! With over 10 years experience in the industry and an extensive database of buyer and retailer contacts we are in a prime position to help you get in front of the right people and make orders!
We will then select designers who are ready and invite you to visit our Fashion Studio to meet with Fashion Enter's Sales Manager Fiona Forrest – ex Burberry. Fiona will discuss your collection with you, who our existing clients are and who you would like us to target.
This is strictly for members only and if you are not yet at this stage we have a host of other services in place such as business mentoring, discounted rates on sampling and specialist advisors across all sectors at your disposal.
If you would like to become a member to have access to all of these services please email jenni@fashion-enter.comfor further info and how to join.
Last call for Open Day on Production
5th July 10.00 - 14.00
@
The Fashion Studio
Knowledge Dock
University of East London
Docklands Campus
University Way
London
E16 2RD
There are a whole range of new machines for stitching now available for your sampling applicable for:
Accessories
Corsetry
Denim
Leather wear
Lingerie
Special stitches such as:
Picot
Saddle Stitch
Blanket stitching
Joint seam
The mechanic will be available to ask any questions.
The PR Dispensary Service
This week at the PR Dispensary JoJo has been finishing off her collection of Spring/Summer 2013 moodboards to inform and inspire now available to members online http://www.fashioncapital.co.uk/Members/Trends.html She will be working on the next A/W 2013/14 batch after a trip to PV in Paris this September.
On the PR front Henry Hunt is gearing up for a fashion packed Summer Show view the details below, alongside this event we have also been focusing on their 'Heirloom' range - offering glamorous dresses individually made for each customer, perfect for proms, balls and special events.
Meanwhile, the monthly magazines have already moved into Autumn/Winter so we have been busy promoting Matilda & Quinn's chic A/W collection, you can view and buy their classic with a twist designs via their website:http://www.matildaquinn.site.powa.com. And the another huge plus is that both labels design and make all of their pieces in the UK!
More next week.
JoJo @ The PR Dispensary
HENRY HUNT ‘Pure British Attire’
Invites you to their exclusive Summer Fashion Event showcasing designs from their current Spring/Summer collection as well as showpieces from their exclusive ‘Heirlooms’ range plus a first-time sneak peek at their Autumn/Winter designs.
What: Henry Hunt Fashion Show, Pop-Up Shop, Fancy Dress
Photo Booth, Pimms, Party and lots more
When: Friday 10th August from 6pm onwards, Catwalk Show at 9pm
Where: Pitcher & Piano, Corporation Street, Taunton, TA1 4AJ.
Entry: Free entry to all with a VIP ticket option offering champagne
reception, luxury goodie bag and front row seat for £8- for tickets please visit:
Henry Hunt is the brainchild of Phoebe Garlick, established in December 2009 Phoebe has developed the company with the help of her family to create a modern strand of country clothing. With her unique designs Phoebe combines the practicality of country lifestyle with contemporary fashion touches and styling. Featured in prestigious magazines such as Vogue, Elle and Country Life, the company, only into its second year, is already sailing along amongst established designers and brands.
Growing up in the deep depths of the Blackdown Hills in Somerset and studying Fashion Design in London, Phoebe wanted to bring the two lifestyles together and create a unique blend of classic garments with an edge. Exposed to the true eccentricity of English fashion in London she wanted to exude the edgy and fun style that the capital is so famous for in her collections. Combining this with the classic cuts and traditional fabrics used for centuries for both country, sporting and casual wear, she developed the concept of Henry Hunt - Pure British Attire.
Phoebe comments: “At Henry Hunt, our roots are important to us. Based in Somerset we endeavour to support our local industries using manufacturers in Somerset, Devon and Cornwall as well as sourcing locally woven fabrics where possible. All of our stock is produced in small runs to ensure exclusivity and exceptional quality, to each and every customer.”
Alongside the mainline collection of unique country designs Phoebe offers the ‘Heirloom’ range – one-off occasionwear pieces made by Phoebe in her Somerset studio. Created from the finest fabrics and hand selected materials, each piece is individually made for each client. Visit http://www.henryhunt.co.uk/vmchk/Heirlooms.html to view the current range of vintage inspired dresses available.
For more information, images, interviews or press loan requests please contact JoJo at the PR Dispensary jojo@fashioncapital.co.uk
PR Dispensary
@FashionCapital
079703 14361
London Garments Expo in association with Profile 2012
The London Garments Expo in association with Profile runs the same time as the London Paralympic Games, If you feel as though public transport may be too busy, contact Emily at The London Garments Expo on emily@londongarmentsexpo.comto arrange your free parking for the event. Please note that spaces work on a first come first served basis as limited spaces are available.
The London Garments Expo in association with Profile is offering visitors the chance to win an amazing prize when you attend the event at the end of August. Would you like the opportunity to take a break from our English Summer and jet off to a hot and sunny location for 7 days? When you arrive, just pop your business card into the fish bowl at the entrance and the winner will be picked at our gala evening on the 30th August. 2 visitor tickets will also be thrown in too. This is an amazing opportunity to see world class manufacturers and the hottest new design talent all under one roof, you may even win a holiday too. Good luck and see you in August!
Fashion and Textiles Apprenticeship programme
Today has senn New Look interviewing the eight selected candidates from last weeks assessment day. Four young hopefuls will be chosen for the garment technologist positions available at the high street retailer and those not selected will still have some fantastic opportunties available to them with potential positions open at asos.com and at Fasion Enter's Fashion Studio. Good luck!
If you are aged between 16 – 24 and are interested in the Fashion and Textiles Apprenticeship programme please email your CV to apprentices@fashion-enter.com
Body research and the shape of the global fashion market ’ By Ed Gribbin President Alvanon Inc
In this latest focus on fashion ‘fit’ issues for Fashion Capital, apparel fit expert Ed Gribbin explains ‘garment size’ differences between continents and countries and examines how global morphological researchers are playing a pivotal role in helping brands and retailers make clothes that fit more of their customers better!
Nick Gould, Collyer Bristow LLP solicitors
Nick Gould was a guest speaker at the most recent Fashion Enter seminar for new designers and he has kindly sent these very detailed notes about what you need to know when setting up a business.
These notes come out of discussions I had with several designers and others at a recent Fashion Capital seminar/workshop. I benefited enormously from the feedback and questions and answers during the session so thanks to those who look part.
I thought we might go through some of the key issues which you should think about when you are setting up a new business venture.
So maybe first we need to identify what we mean by sitting up a business. Why? Because getting it wrong could have effects not only on the business itself but on you as owners/managers/directors. There are really five main choices but I want to concentrate on just two;
Sole trader
Private limited company
Designer update - Khukhuz
Being an award-winning stylist is, for many, a difficult role to handle, but for Eccles-based Beryl Phala it's proven to be a breeze.
Beryl is the designer behind the up-and-coming brand Khukhuz, a range which fuses Western and African fashion together to create beautiful hand-made traditional garments with a modern twist.
The Khukhuz clothing range has a collection that has been inspired by women. Beryl said: "Women who wear my clothes are passionate and daring enough to embrace their femininity to give a vibrant and sleek silhouette."
Boutique Pick of the Week
With you looking stylish this summer, it is only right that the man in your life should too. These wool and cashmere trousers by cool menswear label TCA Mens Couture are the perfect mix of smart and casual, for grabbing drinks after work or at a beach bar on holiday. Inspired by the Hungarian Soldiers uniform in WW2, the military style and light brown colour will work with any colour, looking especially good with the denim trend that is hot this summer. The trousers are made to measure so will be the perfect fit every time your man wears them. Price is on request, so please visit the TCA Mens Couture e-boutique on FashionCapital's FCB Boutique.
Until next time, have a great week
All the team at Fashion Capital x
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