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Friday, July 31

World on a Hanger

by Lynsey on Fri 31 Jul 2009 09:00 AM IST

World on a Hanger has just launched new web-based software that sets out to revolutionise how fashion labels are run.

By connecting fashion labels, suppliers and buyers online the system speeds up handling orders, planning production and shipping products to customers. It monitors and minimises mistakes. Buyers can connect with fashion labels online. Suppliers instantly receive up-to-date quantities and paperwork. The system makes sure that there’s always enough stock and materials available to keep up with orders.

The team at World on a Hanger believe that it shouldn't just be industry giants who benefit from powerful technology to run their business.

Sounds great doesn't it? But is it easy to use? Ari Helgason, CEO, says that ‘if you can use Facebook, you can use World on a Hanger. It’s that easy.’

You heard it here first. For more info and a 14 day free trial, visit World on a Hanger.

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Thursday, July 30

Designer Funding Progress 30th July 2009

by Lynsey on Thu 30 Jul 2009 09:00 AM IST

Chanel Spring 2009 RTW, courtesy of Style.com

Here are the latest chart positions:

Amount Invested  Shares Sold  Designer£1100                           110                Georgie_W_Couture
£780                              78                 Love Cole by Samantha Cole London
£380                              38                 Fred Butler
£340                              34                 Plastikowy£330                              33                 Kelly Love

£260                              26                 Marshall&Vox
£210                              21                 Tom Florian Atelier
£180                              18                 Daughter Earth
£180                              18                 Camilla Welton
£120                              12                 Tour de Force
£100                              10                 Pitchouguina£80                                 8                  Clash&Refine
£30                                 3                  Chrysalis
£30                                 3                  Seraglia
£20                                 2                  PopRina
£20                                 2                  Anna Paola Pascuzzi Made in Italy
£10                                 1                  Minnehaha
£10                                 1                  Alisa Benay
£10                                 1                  Funky Homo Sapiens
£10                                 1                  Queerkinks
£10                                 1                  Sample Remix
£10                                 1                  Cristina Schamann
 
Why are some designers not clickable?
Some of the designers haven't got any products on sale at the moment and so their profile is currently inactive.

All shares purchased still stand and you can view them in My Account >Designer Funding.

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Friday, July 24

Please Steal my Thunder

by Lynsey on Fri 24 Jul 2009 09:00 AM IST

Ooh. Have you seen what has recently arrived at CG? Some very cool new pieces from Jewellery designer Stolen Thunder.

Stolen Thunder offer a fresh direction in boutique jewellery. Each piece is handmade by the independent designer and offers an alternative to mass production.

'Look' magazine loved the 'Babushka' chain and 'Freedom' Lariat. See...

You can now buy these necklaces and and view the rest of the collection right here. But be quick. These pieces are hugely popular and very affordable, so won't be around for long!

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Thursday, July 23

'Undercover' at FTM

by Lynsey on Thu 23 Jul 2009 09:00 AM IST

As part of the London Bridge Festival, this weekend will see the Fashion and Textiles Museum host 2 nights of incredible entertainment.

For 2 nights only the exhibition, drenched in glamour, knickers, corsets and bras will be brimming with musicians, poets, dancers and designers who will entertain you into the evening.

Visit the exhibition and listen to some soul music on Friday. Then on Saturday, treat yourself to a preview of the House of Blues underwear collection, featuring some amazing burlesque creations and art house performances.

Tickets will not only get you into the exhibition but will allow you to discover some of London's hot new creative talents. An exhibition and a show all rolled into one. To book tickets, visit the Fashion and Textiles website.

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Thursday, July 16

Designer Funding Progress 16th July 2009

by Helen on Thu 16 Jul 2009 03:11 PM IST

YSL Spring RTW 2009 courtesy of Style.com

Here are the latest chart positions:

Amount Invested  Shares Sold  Designer£960                              96                  Georgie_W_Couture
£450                              45                  Love Cole by Samantha Cole London
£380                              38                  Fred Butler
£320                              32                  Kelly Love
£260                              26                  Marshall&Vox
£250                              25                  Plastikowy
£200                              20                  Tom Florian Atelier
£180                              18                  Daughter Earth
£170                              17                  Camilla Welton
£80                                 8                   Tour de Force
£60                                 6                   Clash&Refine
£30                                 3                   Chrysalis
£30                                 3                   Seraglia
£20                                 2                   PopRina
£20                                 2                   Anna Paola Pascuzzi Made in Italy
£10                                 1                   Pitchouguina
£10                                 1                   Minnehaha
£10                                 1                   Alisa Benay
£10                                 1                   Funky Homo Sapiens
£10                                 1                   Queerkinks
£10                                 1                   Sample Remix
£10                                 1                   Cristina Schamann
 Why are some designers not clickable?
Some of the designers haven't got any products on sale at the moment and so their profile is currently inactive.

All shares purchased still stand and you can view them in My Account > Designer Funding.

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Wednesday, July 15

Go Bananas with Jojo and Malou

by Helen on Wed 15 Jul 2009 08:00 AM IST

More celebrities are showing some love for Jojo and Malou, this time for their brand new creations featuring some glamorous sparkly bananas.

Legend-in-the-making Shingai Shoniwa from the Noisettes wears the jacket:

Image courtesy of London Clubland

While ubiquitous lady-snogger Katy Perry rocks the dress:

Image from Jojo and Malou Blog

Finally, Ebony strikes a pose in French Vogue:

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Tuesday, July 14

We're in Grazia..

by Helen on Tue 14 Jul 2009 10:48 AM IST

Better get to the newsagent before they run out. I hear page 31 is particularly tremendous this week...

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Monday, July 6

Couture for Her Madge-esty

by Helen on Mon 06 Jul 2009 04:43 PM IST

I have shamelessly stolen this sketch from LOVE's blog, since its delightfulness needs to be shared as far and wide as possible.

Look at the shoulder-tastic treat that Givenchy's Riccardo Tisci has put together for Madonna's Sticky and Sweet tour:

I'm thinking of undergoing a spot of leg-stretching torture so that one day I may fit those magical boots. You'll be pleased to know that I already have the big stick.

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Friday, July 3

Fashion in Motion

by Lynsey on Fri 03 Jul 2009 03:53 PM IST

The Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A) launched Fashion in Motion over 10 years ago. It's aim was to bring catwalk fashion, from some of the world's best known designers, to the viewing public for free.

The next designer to feature at the V&A will be Giles Deacon, one of Britain's leading designers. Known for his use of colour and references to pop culture, Deacon has worked with Jean Charles de Castelbajac in Paris, in Milan with Bottega Veneta and Tom Ford at Gucci, before setting up his own label in 2004.

Deacon's show will feature at the V&A for one day only on Friday 17th July. Tickets to the event are free but are very limited, so be sure to order yours from next Wednesday the 8th July, by calling 020 7942 2820. You can also check out the V&A site for further details.

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Wednesday, July 1

Fashion Bloggers at the Lee Showroom

by Helen on Wed 01 Jul 2009 08:00 AM IST

On Saturday, Lyns and I toddled along to talk style and MJ conspiracy theories with the fashion bloggers of Dublin.

This time, it was at the Lee Jeans showroom, with champers provided by Fallon & Byrne. The disco beat came from Trenspot's DJ Colin Brady and some of us (ahem) only went and won ourselves a pair of FitFlops! Good times.

Thanks go to them and to Ireland's leading voice on fashion, Annmarie - for coralling us all together every month. See our blogroll on the right for some cracking style reads from this fabulous bunch.

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