Newcastle Fashion Week 15th May 2013

Newcastle Fashion Week 15th May 2013

Last night I was part of NE1s Fashion Front Row at ‘As You Like It’ in Jesmond. (Hence why I havnt updated my blog much recently!)

Alongside me, other designers from the North East played a vivid role in showcasing our creative talents to everyone in Newcastle.

The whole day of model fittings, run-throughs, outfit changes, and, hair and make-up was well mapped out. The brilliantly organised day continued into the evening event which ran just as smoothly. A massive bravo to the organisers Sandra and Jayne.

The models looked great…if I do say so myself….and again, I personally apologise to them for squeezing their feet into shoes which did not fit! :)

A big thank you also to my little helpers Amy and Molly from my old school Sacred Heart in Fenham. The 6th Formers, studying Textiles, were imperative to the day’s runnings. The two were both professional and helped me out exceptionally.

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I’m so happy the new outfits for the ‘sami Nights’ collection turned out to be just as eye-catching as the other pieces, and I have already been commissioned to do the frilled leggings and wrap-over coat! Yey.

Images courtesy of Idene

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Shoe Update

I could go on and on about ‘& Other Stories’, however I’ll just show you these..for now.

Loving the toe-pincher courts in duck-egg. I die.
IMG_5126Found these retro ‘Red Or Dead’ multi coloured stilettos with silver heel in the wardrobe back home in Newcastle. I’d forgotten just how amazing they actually were.
IMG_5166 Although these little ones from Tk Maxx aren’t my style, I really like the contrasting cream mesh inserts against the black suede, and for a girlie-girl they are perfect.IMG_5224 Had to purchase these Steve Madden nude sandals. Thinking they’re a must-have shoe for Summer….once my hibernating winter feet are back out and I get my toenails buffed and painted and my cracked heels scrubbed that is.IMG_5225 Might have put this in before, but this shot is of mine and Donna’s boots when we were at the airport. Blue Acne vs. Black Dune…IMG_5036

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Francesca Air – AW Collection Preview

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The Boutique Gallery opens in Jaeger London

The Boutique Gallery opens in Jaeger London

Fresh new look at our flagship store on Regent Street. New and established British designer brands take centre stage in the newly refurnished second floor.

As well as Jaeger’s own ‘Boutique’ range, luxury jewellery, books, shoes, beauty, and accessories are all now offered on the new floor.

IMG_5255The Gallery carries forth the Jaeger heritage, which has been reflected using old advertisements and a time-line that feeds through to the coffee area.
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IMG_5248Coffee and wifi areaIMG_5249The white fixtures which are finished in rose gold, and, 1950′s furniture refreshes the slightly dated room with a modern twist.
IMG_5252Out of the lift, you are brought into the great, brightly lit room and fab new muted grey and duckegg green flooring. The fresh new lighting and the fragrant smells of the new bath and body and candle scents hits you as you walk through.
IMG_5230One corner hosts accessories brand ‘Angel Jackson’, clothing lines ‘Suzannah’, ‘Preen Line’, and ‘Goat’.

The black Angel Jackson bags are quilted leather with hard-wear finishes. The pastel coloured clutches are a great finishing touch for your summer outfit.

Suzannah has a small but sleek range occasion wear dresses from £399 – £650

Preen Line have offered some great knits and printed silks.

Goat has a concise wool crepe range of integratable dresses and jackets which have so far been a popular choice due to their sophisticated necklines and flattering cuts. All of which are timeless pieces.

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Orla Kiely’s ‘Cloud Top’ really pins down the sheer layers on matt layers trend for SS.
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Bold finishes and girly silhouettes…
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I particularly like the Claire Coles scarves as I relate to her background in textiles. Being a textiles artist, she has incorporated mixed media techniques into these beautifully printed silk scarves with her signature style in Botanical and natural forms.

IMG_5241Some of the scarves show enlarged scales of her work: hand and machine embroidery mixed with watercolour. The colours really work well over the Goat dresses by subtly highlighting the shade of the dress.
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Aloë has also become one of my new favourite brands. The way the designers have taken their initial base in lingerie design and developed it into outerwear really shines through. This beautiful washed silk and English lace nude top is one of my favourites. IMG_5243
IMG_5244Charlotte Taylor  The midi-skirt has a gorgeous green checked penguin silhouette against a golden background.
IMG_5239 The quilted Taj print collection…..the jacket uses traditional Indian quilting techniques which obviously I’m a fan of. IMG_5238 Nicholas King’s  hand crafted jewellery boasts quirky designs by trapping fabric and trinkets into the resin. The pineapple ring is my fave.IMG_5236

Cutting edge costume jeweller Mawi focuses on luxurious statement pieces as well as these Glitter Bug bags..IMG_5233

AaaaHhhhh… Studio Nicholson 

The designer that turned menswear upside down, on its side and straight into womenswear. These pieces work on all shapes and sizes. The slick lines and oversized silhouettes make this my favourite collection on the floor.IMG_5232

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Pierre Garroudi – Flashback

Remember this? The mobile-catwalk that hit some of London’s most well known streets in March 2011 with Pierre  Garroudi’s Blue Collection.
IMG_2176Extreme hair pieces matched the vibrancy and exaggerated dress silhouettes.
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IMG_2107Even though the models braved bare bums in the cold and gritted their teeth in those painful heels, the shoot was playful and we ended the day on schedule, ending the night with a well-deserevd party.260566_10150202318185754_608470753_7611367_7378872_n

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Beautiful Berlin

Talking about Bauhaus before got me thinking about my time in Berlin…thought I’d share with you a few of my best snapshot moments.IMG_3249IMG_3280 IMG_3284IMG_3008IMG_3285IMG_3279IMG_3253 IMG_3259 IMG_3261 IMG_3271 IMG_3222

 

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Samuel Way

I was drawn to this….

Randomly came across a portfolio by footwear designer Samuel Way. Loving the Bauhaus inspired theme and primary colour pop palette (a bit of alliteration there for you) mixed with icons of today. I heart that sh1t.

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