Feb 2
Following on from the huge success of Mulberry’s Alexa bag, the luxury brand has launched a fabulous new Travel Bag collection, inspired by the nostalgic glamour of vintage steamer trunks. It would have been perfect for my recent journey on The Orient Express! Read more
In the second in a series of interviews, FashionBite chats to Angela Simkins – the footwear designer for contemporary high street brand Jane Shilton – who is passionate about retail having worked in the industry all her life. She talks about the key looks for AW11 and what to look out for next season. Read more
Last night, I attended the VIP drinks for Salon QP, a luxury watch fair which kicks off today. Ronnie Wood has collaborated withe fine watch brand Bremont on a bespoke, hand painted clock collection and it was the grand unveiling last night. I interviewed him for TIME2.co.uk, read my interview here. Read more
FashionBite interviewed Alannah Murphy – the handbag designer for contemporary high street brand Jane Shilton – who has designed for the likes of All Saints, Miss Selfridge and TK Maxx, about the key trends for autumn/winter 11 and what to look out for next season. Read more
FashionBite headed to the UGG Australia launch party at its new London store (Brompton Road, Knightsbridge) last night to check out the latest AW11 ranges and sip champagne whilst TV presenter and model Jameela Jamil took to the decks. Read more
I chatted to the lovely Nicholas King at the designer exhibition in Somerset House, London Fashion Week. He produces fabulous chunky bangles and necklaces – zips, buttons, beads and sequins all hand caste in a clear resin mould. We talked about him maybe moving into rings (would be amazing!)…watch this space!
Prices range between about £130 and £250 and the designer is stocked in Liberty (amongst others) or you can buy online at NicholasKing.co.uk. Read more
I’ve just come back from Westfield Stratford City, the new East London shopping centre which opened today to hoards and hoards of excited shoppers.
Dune showcased some fab colour block chunky heels for autumn/winter.
Brogues are a key trend here to stay for autumn/winter 11. I’ve seen some great wedge and platform ones around, but loved these patent mens/womens brogues on offer at Paul Smith. Read more
Lady Gaga wears a Philip Treacy hat
Probably one of the most high profile interns you can get, hatmaker Philip Treacy has said that US singer Lady Gaga is poised to join the ranks of unpaid workers as an intern at his eponymous label.
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