16^th January 2008

The men’s designer collections may well be wrapping up in Milan but all talk here at FashionCapital HQ has turned to the Big Apple. Looks like designer Jonathan Saunders won’t be the only one jetting across the Atlantic this February. Our very own director Jenny Holloway will be reporting live and direct from the New York catwalks and no doubt networking like a trooper.

If you don’t know already the big news is that Profile will be showcasing in New York in September. Thanks to a dynamic collaboration with Nolcha the two events have come together to create an even bigger storm on both sides of the pond. Both Nolcha and Profile are dedicated platforms for up and coming designer talent.

First up on the schedule is Nolcha Fashion Week: London February 11th - 16th 2008 hosted by Nolcha and Profile, sponsored by FashionCapital. Invitees to NFW: London will include: UK and European press, stylists, industry figures and buyers from top London boutiques and department stores.

The following September Profile and Nolcha will once again combine forces to provide a New York stage for up and coming design talent. Each designer will be specially screened by both Nolcha and Profile to ensure the best of the crop will be introduced into the Big Apples fashion scene.

Jenny Holloway, FashionCapital & Profile Director commented: “This is such an amazing opportunity for 16 exceptionally talented ladieswear and accessory designers. There will be a launch party on Tuesday 12th February to introduce the potential designers to our New York partners; the match with Nolcha is an excellent fit for every one concerned.”

FC On The Up…

FashionCapital has been receiving a great response since its relaunch in November attracting all sorts of interesting contacts. We are currently in talks with some fantastic industry leads so keep an eye out for our very latest updates.

Fabric Specialist Karen Levy

Fabric Specialist Karen Levy talked about her industry expertise via video on FashionCapital this week and she’s already bagged a great client. Karen is one of the industry specialists you can find on board at Fashion-Enter, to hear more about the services Karen provides please check out this video…

www.fashion-enter.com

Eat Your Chiffon Film

We also have another video for you this week, it’s such a visual treat we couldn’t resist adding it. ‘Eat Your Chiffon’ shot by photographer and film maker Ben Charles Edwards is split into 3 chapters. Featuring the likes of Zandra Rhodes, Natt Weller, Marios Schwab and Andrew Logan amongst others, guests are invited to dinner for some raw discussion while Edwards turns ordinary into outlandish.

The final chapter of Eat Your Chiffon featuring surprise guests will air on 21^st January 2008.

Details at www.glassloves.com or www.youtube.com/glassloves

7 Days Later – What’s On…

The men move over to Paris for the French leg of the Autumn/Winter 08/09 collections from 17^th January. Bread & Butter continues until the 19^th in Barcelona and the Couture shows focus on Spring/Summer attire in Paris from 21 – 24 January.

Featuring on FC this Week

Ant Standring checks out Marks & Spencer’s exchange programme with Oxfam, Fiona Thomson Design gives us an insight to Apsara Silks factory in Bangalore, India and Emily Tullett discloses 5 top merchandising tips.

Boutique Piece of the Week

Bangles – load them up, jewellery gets big and chunky this spring.

Wood bangle by Sylvie at www.enter-boutique.com £25-

Until next time, we wish you a great week,

The Team at FashionCapital x

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Day 2 - Visit to Apsara Silks