Newsletter

2^nd January 2008

Dear All,

We trust you all had a fantastic Christmas break and New Year? At FashionCapital HQ we are back and eager to face the year ahead.

FC Boutique

As mentioned previously FashionCapital boutique is currently undergoing a revamp with its own dedicated web address, improved functionality and polished new look. Our webmaster Yoel has done a great job and the boutique will be going live in the very near future. FashionCapital Boutique provides designers with their own boutique webpage which they can update as and when required. This e-trading site has been developed to offer designers a cost effective alternative to trading on the web that will benefit from the extensive traffic received on FashionCapital. For those interested the cost is £250 plus VAT but for a limited period only we are offering boutique space with a 50% discount. To make the most of this opportunity and apply for a boutique you need to contact Vanessa at vanessa@fashioncapital.co.uk before the end of this month.

We would also like to mention a quick congratulations to Yoel on his recent marriage, all the best to him and his Mrs.

Breaking News for 2008…

Fashion Folk Making the Queen’s New Year’s Honours list include:

A knighthood for Marks & Spencer chief – Stuart Rose “for services to the retail industry and to corporate social responsibility.”

MBE’s for cosmetics expert Jo Malone, design duo Antoni & Alison and author and Fashion Fringe founder Colin McDowell.

OBE’s for designers Jasper Conran and Karen Millen.

CBE’s for River Island chief Richard Bradbury and Maurice Bennett owner of Warehouse Group, Oasis and Phase Eight brands.

1: Eco home/car/lifestyle.

2: Traveller Chic.

3: Attention grabbing hair.

4: Perfect lean-cut jeans.

5: Statement necklace/jewellery.

6: Vibrant make-up.

7: Designer personals.

8: Perfect lounging pyjamas/gowns.

9: Fabulous underwear accentuated by see-through clothing.

10: Handheld gadgets.

On FC this Week…

We take a look at the new names, new trends and new labels that will be making their mark in 2008. Juice PR offers FC designers a unique promotional deal and JoJo Iles discovers the latest stylish glossy in the shape and form of Drama Magazine.

Boutique Pick of the Week…comes from Embellished Truth

A brand new accessories label focusing on environmental sensibilities. Each handbag is made using the finest eco-friendly leather which has been vegetable tanned in Europe. The end result is leather which is breathable and biodegradable.

The Embellished Truth style is confident and feminine, handbags are bold yet practical. Inspired by Indian culture, prints and embellishments, each piece is individually created with care in London and embossed by hand with an original paisley design.

Embellish Truth handbags are available from Enter Boutique in Centrale Shopping Centre in Croydon.

Prices:

Catalina bag is £265 (right)

Oliva clutch bag is £175

Both are available in Aubergine, Dark Brown, Antique Tan and Black

As an introductory offer and for a limited period only Embellished Truth offers Enter Boutique customers 10% off.

New Year Congrats

To fashion designer Hannah Marshall, often featured on FC, for being listed in the 2008 Red Pages – Hot 100 as one to watch.

Until next time, have a great week.

From the Team at FashionCapital x

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