Matthew Williamson H&M guest designer
Known for his contemporary prints and colour-drenched creations modeled by Kate Moss, Helena Christensen and Jade Jagger, Matthew Williamson will be the next guest designer for H&M. The Swedish fashion concern will start with an exclusive women’s fashion range at selected stores on April 23rd, then continuing with men’s and women’s pieces for Summer available…
Shoppers favour Westfield over West-end
The number of consumers visiting shopping districts in other areas of London slumped by over a quarter over the first week of Westfield’s opening, according to data compiled for The Sunday Telegraph. Customer numbers in Oxford Street, Regent Street, South Molton Street and Bond Street fell by 25.2pc between Thursday October 30, the day that…
Increase pre-registrations for Margin London
This February, independent trade event Margin London opens its 16th edition. The pre-registrations are in place and include key department stores such as Selfridges, Harrods, and House of Fraser, independents like Microzine, Lunacy & American Retro, and players including ASOS and Top Shop. Margin is planning to welcome many international buyers with an increase in…
Latex-elicious in Las Vegas
The International Lingerie Show in Las Vegas commences on 20th April 2009, and will debut Syren’s first RTW Red Label. The latex line will be the brandl’s first RTW collection. Based in Los Angeles, Syren Couture is recognized for its creative handmade body shaping with distinctive detailing. Celebrities such as Madonna, Janet Jackson, Nicole Scherzinger,…
Fendi design performances
During Salone del Mobile, Fendi and Design Miami will present ‘Craft Punk’, a series of design performances. Fendi partners again with Design Miami, after having supported the Design Miami/Design Talks last December. From April 22nd to 24th, during the Salone del Mobile, Spazio Fendi will celebrate the importance of originality, creativity and freedom of expression…
Paul Smith SS10 catwalk review
Paul Smith’s latest menswear collection played out against a backdrop of a summery blue sky and the designer showed sober grey suiting to keep the collection grounded, but overall the mood was upbeat and optimistic. Softer, less structured silhouettes offering a more youthful beat to Smith’s signature tailoring said WGSN. There was a younger, breezy…
Consumers open to email marketing
Consumers are not weary of receiving e-mail marketing messages if it comes from trusted brands. A recent study revealed 69 per cent of a brand’s existing customers would provide their e-mail address if asked. Luring new customers in the current economic climate is no mean feat and the new research from e-Dialog demonstrates brands are…
Moschino is spreading the love
The Middle East is keeping up the good spirit going and commercial growth is the way forward. Italian fashion house Moschino is opening a new Love Moschino boutique in Doha. The second mono-brand boutique located in the capital of Qatar, is in collaboration with the historical local partner Bin Yousef. The 90 square metres shop-in-shop…
The new faces of Esprit SS10
Lifestyle label Esprit is revamped featuring Daisy Lowe as the fresh new face of edc by Esprit, and Julia Restoin-Roitfeld for Esprit’s Casual range. Both models are captured with a young vibe in an edgy environment. Daughter of vocalist Pearl Lowe and Bush front man Gavin Rossdale, Daisy Lowe began modelling at the age of…
Louboutin teams up with Barbie
Barbie’s new cobbler is the revered shoe designer Christian Louboutin. Mattel, Barbie’s manufacturer, has partnered with Louboutin for a multifaceted program under which the French designer will serve as a yearlong godfather to Barbie. According to WWD, the collaboration includes the Barbie-pink, red-soled Louboutin shoes that premiered in Barbie’s birthday runway show during New York…