Fashion
Mikey jewellery launches glittering birthday giveaway
Mikey London is celebrating the first anniversary of their fab website mikeylondon.co.uk, with the chance to win a mega £500 worth of irresistible Mikey jewellery. The competition will run online throughout June and the lucky winner can choose their new accessories from an assortment of supersize Noveau Lux in vogue clutch bags, psychedelic statement earrings, glamorous safari print sunglasses or stunning ethnic necklaces.
A treat for your feet
Slip into something more comfortable is the message from a brand new shoe company that's literally gone flat out to bring the discerning British female some welcome relief from aching and sore feet. To access what CocoRose London has to offer, you need only dip into your purse quite literally. The leather purse in question is beautiful and discrete, complete with a pair of shoes and easy to stash in your handbag for that excruciating moment when your heels are simply killing you.
Go tribal this summer
Check out nomadsclothing.com for bold chunky jewellery, bright beach bags, stunning sarongs and fabulous flip flops. Its time to make the most of your summer look, check out beautifully beaded necklaces in naturals, reds and turquoise brights. Striped and floral cotton bags are jumbo sized, and there’s an array of pretty sarongs available to tie up as you like. Top your look off with glitzy flip flops to decorate your feet.
The right accessories for a day at the races
Mikey London has launched a ‘Day at the Races’ collection offering a selection of unique jewellery inspired by the luxury and elegance associated with the world famous Lady’s Day at Royal Ascot. A chiffon floral corsage casually draped into tousled hair or pinned onto a dress will give an air of exclusivity, choose from hues of opals, pearls and nudes or show stopping brights.
Austin Reed – Not just 9 - 5
British actor Rupert Penry–Jones has been signed as the new face of prestigious international lifestyle brand Austin Reed. Best known for his role of Adam Carter in the British drama series Spooks, Rupert's sophisticated model looks; natural charm and innate sense of style made him the obvious choice for the brand.
The essential festival accessory
The limited edition Oushka festival bag is the must have accessory for the discerning festival goer. Sought after by celebs and stylists alike, this unique design is made with soft leather and comes with a waterproof print fabric base with matching lined pockets and a lightweight waterproof seating mat, to keep life simple, yet super stylish, for any festival fan.
Cordwainers Graduates put their best foot forward
Burlington Arcade played host this week to flamboyant footwear icons Joseph Azagury, Georgina Goodman, Emma Hope and Beatrix Ong in celebrating the Arcade’s beautiful jewellery, creative talent of London College of Fashion’s Cordwainers and beginning of the first ever Coutts London Jewellery Week. Models were dressed in cashmere and dazzling jewellery from Burlington Arcade, while showcasing work from the Cordwainers Graduates of 2008.
Orla Kiely and Joseph win at 2008 UK Fashion Export Awards
Winners of the UK Fashion Export Awards 2008 presented today in London by HRH The Princess Royal span companies with more than 220 years of history to those who have just started on the export ladder and are based in London, Devon, Matlock , Galashiels and Brighton.
Andrés Sardà launches on Mio Destino
Get ready for the loveliest collection of lingerie ever from South American designer Andrés Sardà. Using the finest fabrics and delicate cuts, this new range offer seduction, style and sophistication.
Lacoste celebrates 75th anniversary in style
Lacoste marks their 75th anniversary in 2008 with a limited edition capsule eyewear collection for men and women featuring the original crocodile logo with a contemporary twist on products and packaging.
Matthew Williamson to judge graduate fashion show
London College of Fashion will be staging its annual BA graduate catwalk show at the fantastic fashion week venue the Royal Academy of Arts, 6 Burlington Gardens, on Thursday 29 May 2008.
Get sorted this summer
Clear your workspace and trinkets from the day-to-day clutter with these gorgeous accessories from desertRose. Hand-made in England and available in 4 bold colours yellow, pink, green and orange all beautifully lined in a vivid turquoise.
Designer boutique opens at Cowley Manor
The contemporary country hotel Cowley Manor will open its flagship store ‘The Village Shop’ in July, complementing the relaxed, luxurious ethos of Cowley Manor. The first luxury hotel shop of its kind in the Cotswolds, The Village Shop will offer sumptuous goodies including clothes and handbags from the latest designers and beautiful things for the home; luxurious bath and beauty products; stunning contemporary jewellery and fun toys for children.
Loud and proud
Mikey London’s new summer collection offers a perfect selection of shockingly bright statement jewellery- the hot trend for Summer 08. Be loud and proud teaming your summer dresses with multi-colours of beads, bangles and supersize clutches - more is more!
Oxfam online holds handbag bonanza
Oxfam’s first handbag bonanza starts at 12noon on the 6th June with over 400 fabulous second-hand handbags for sale. Designer brands such as Mulberry and top end brands such as Russell & Bromley and Knomo, means you can bag yourself a second-hand bargain when you buy online at Oxfam.org.uk/handbags.