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Collecting Vintage Coca Cola Collectibles: 12 Tips for Finding Rare Items
Vintage Coca-Cola collectibles have become highly sought-after items among collectors and enthusiasts. From antique signs and trays to unique bottles and promotional items, there is a wide range of rare Coke memorabilia available. If you are one of those passionate collectors looking to enhance your collection, this post will provide you with 12 valuable tips for finding those elusive vintage Coca-Cola treasures.
The Peter Pan Collar: A Timeless Classic Reinvented
You might think the Peter Pan collar is outdated, but it's far from being a relic of the past. This charming detail has seen a remarkable transformation, making its way from early 20th-century children's wear to contemporary high fashion. Its blend of innocence and sophistication offers a unique versatility, allowing it to adapt to various styles and occasions.
The Mysteries of pH Color-Changing Lipstick
The world of beauty and cosmetics is ever-evolving, constantly introducing innovative products that captivate the interest of consumers. One such innovation is pH color-changing lipstick, a fascinating product that promises to deliver a unique shade tailored to each individual wearer...
European Commission announced “Textiles of the Future” Partnership under Horizon Europe to develop an innovation-driven European textiles industry
In the fringes of the EU Research and Innovation Days, the European Commission has announced 9 new European co-funded and co-programmed partnerships, including “Textiles of the Future”. These partnerships will be at the core of the Horizon Europe Strategic Plan 2025-2027, addressing the green and digital transition, and a more resilient, competitive, inclusive and democratic Europe.
How to Start a Cosmetic Distribution Business in 2024 - Your Guide & Best Strategies
The beauty industry is a vibrant and ever-expanding realm, ripe with opportunities for entrepreneurs looking to carve out their niche. With consumer trends leaning towards personalized, sustainable, and quality beauty solutions, the demand for innovative cosmetic products has never been higher.
Colored Contacts on Dark Eyes Guide
Getting the right coloured contact lenses for your eye colour is super important as it seriously affects the finished result. It makes total sense when you think about how colours mix together. For those with dark eyes it can feel like an endless quest to find the perfect coloured contacts to cover your eye colour but with advice on websites such as colouredcontacts.com, finding lenses to suit your eyes just got a little bit easier.
Selling in France: the best marketplaces that you need to know
France has about 36 million buyers on the Internet and produces approximately 65 billion euros, which is not negligible and deserves to be studied carefully if you want to expand your business internationally
EURATEX welcomes EU’s ambition for a sustainable and competitive industry, but calls for a smart and realistic implementation
On 30 March 2022 the European Commission released its long-awaited Strategy for Sustainable Textile, with the ambition to move the sector towards the path of sustainability. EURATEX welcomed the EU ambitions to act on sustainable textiles and investments, in order to change how textiles are made, chosen and recovered. Many European companies have already chosen this path, therefore the strategy should support them in this process, especially considering today’s energy crisis.
La Métamorphose Spring-Summer 2022 Couture Collection: The Triumph of Flowers
It is in "Les Indes Galantes", the opera ballet by Jean-Philippe Rameau, that the two designers of La Métamorphose drew their inspiration for the Spring-Summer 2022 Couture Collection. And especially these verses:
What is Cotton Flannel and How to care for it
A flannel duvet cover will keep you warm on a cold winter night. It is a soft fabric, which adapts directly to your body temperature and holds in the heat all night. The difference with regular cotton is that flannel is made from a loose spun yarn that is woven into a linen or twill weave. After that, the flannel fabric is roughened so that it feels soft, woolly and delightfully thick. Flannel provides luxurious softness in a breathable weave.
Win one of the 30 Scholarships for 2022 Master Courses at Raffles Milano
Don’t miss the opportunity to study at Raffles Milano, one of the most exclusive fashion and design schools in the world, in the heart of Milan! The school is awarding 30 scholarships up to 50% of the tuition fee for Master courses in Fashion Design and Business, Photography, Visual Design and Communication, Product and Interior Design, starting in November 2022.
h+h cologne turns again Cologne into the international meeting point of the textile handicraft industry
Practical knowledge from professionals for professionals: Trade fair excels with a first-class workshop and event programme.
The Institute of Contemporary Art - Sofia presents: “The Hanging Show”
On December 17 at the Institute of Contemporary Art - Sofia was opened "The hanging show" - the new edition of the popular holiday exhibitions with circulated art objects for 2021!
118 organisations signed today the Textile Clothing Leather Footwear (TCLF) Pact for Skills
118 organisations signed today the Textile Clothing Leather Footwear (TCLF) Pact for Skills, an initiative promoted by the European Commission and coordinated by EURATEX. The signatories acknowledge the skills challenge in the textiles ecosystem, and commit to invest in reskilling and upskilling workers, integrating green and digital skills and improving the attractiveness of the sector. Members of the Pact will benefit from networking, guidance and resources offered by the EC to implement the targets which are proposed in the Pact.
Colors in Fashion: Meanings and Representations
Fashion would be exceptionally dull without the vibrant colors that give life to different designs. This guide will help you understand how colors contribute to the beauty of fashion and bring life to every design.
EU should speed up the recovery of the textile sector
The textile and clothing industry was hardly hit by the pandemic in 2020. It is time for the European Commission and Member States to set the conditions for future competitiveness and resilience, announced EURATEX.
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia accepts grant applications from designers from around the world
Designers from any part of Russia or the Earth are invited to live stream their new collections. Brands that do not intend to come to the Russian capital but are ready to stream their shows online can apply at the website of Russian Fashion Council till March 31. The Advisory board will make a long-list in accordance with the rules of MBFW Russia. Brands and designers from other cities and countries will be announced on the primary schedule of the Fashion Week.
Collection Premiére Moscow will be held at the Expocentre Fairgrounds
The organizer of the largest business exhibition platform in Russia, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia CPM - Collection Première Moscow - Messe Düsseldorf Moscow OOO - announced the details of the forthcoming event. By longstanding tradition it is opening the business season of the fashion industry in Moscow at the Expocentre Fairgrounds. February 22-25, 2021 the manufacturers of designer clothes, fashion lingerie, and accessories will present their new Fall-Winter 2021/2022 collections to buyers from Russia.
Pitti Uomo will be held at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence from 21-23 February 2021
Pitti Immagine begins to reveal the events and special projects for the next edition of Pitti Uomo, which will physically be held at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence from 21-23 February 2021. Until then, the fair will kick off - in a digital format - on January 12th on Pitti Connect, the platform launched by Pitti Immagine this past summer to support exhibiting companies in the presentation of their collections and in the generation of business contacts with international buyers.
The Van Dyke is the UK's trendiest beard style
UK beard care and shaving specialists The English Shaving Company have analysed search interest in different types of facial hair over the past decade, to reveal which beard styles are trending, where each style is the most popular, and the UK’s favourite heading into 2021.
Unusual prom dress ideas: choose naturalness
Prom is an ideal time to show off your sense of style as you go through yet another rite of passage. As the day draws near, it is quite easy to get lost in the event's dos and don’ts. It gets even more complicated when choosing the dress. You get a list of what to consider, from the shoes to the event’s theme to your date’s dress code. Here is one thing that you might have glazed over: keeping an open mind.
90's Brands That Are Back in a Big Way
Fashion trends come and go, and brands are no different. What might've been popular in the 90s might not see the light of day again or it might just make a comeback 15 to 20 years later, like some of our favorite brands did from when we were kids. Millennials, get ready to love some of your favorite childhood brands all over again, from Adidas and Juicy Couture to Champion and Guess. Take a look at five '90s brands that are back in a big way.
Win one of the 30 Scholarships for 2021 Master Courses in Fashion, Design, Communication and, Photography at Raffles Milano
Raffles Milano, one of the most exclusive fashion and design schools in the world, located in the center of Milan, is awarding 30 scholarships up to 50% of tuition fee for Master courses in Fashion Design and Business, Photography, Visual Design and Communication, Product and Interior Design starting in November 2021.
AEI Téxtils participated in the European Cluster Conference 2020
AEI Téxtils, the Catalan technical textiles’ cluster, has participated in the European Cluster Conference 2020. The conference was held on November 10th and 11th and was organized by the European Cluster Collaboration platform (ECCP), the European Commission and the German Presidency of the European Union.
How clusters can strengthen the European economy in the textile sector
The first fully virtual European Cluster Conference brought together more than 900 stakeholders, policymakers, cluster managers, researchers, entrepreneurs and the public to discuss and share current and future priorities for cluster policies and developments to support sustainable industry development and interregional cooperation, and to build connections between Europe’s value chains, clusters and ecosystems. Silvia Kabaivanova, Chairman of Bulgarian Fashion Association and editor-in-chief of Be Global Fashion Network, made a speech about How clusters can strengthen the European economy in the textile sector.
First virtual European Cluster Conference 2020 discussing priorities for cluster policies and developments
The first fully virtual European Cluster Conference has started today, 10 November 2020 and it will continue on 11 November 2020. The conference is organized by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs together with the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy under the German Presidency of the Council of the EU.
Designers from the Russian capital presented their clothing collections at Futurum Moscow
On October 3, the exhibition-presentation Futurum Moscow took place at the Mosgormash Technopark for the 6th time, powered by Russian Fashion Council and supported by Fashion Fund. The show was a no-visitor one, but the livestream has been viewed at different platforms for over a million times.
Futurum Moscow: Fashion shows of emerging designers on October 3
Futurum Moscow will take place in the capital of Russia on October 3. The event is an online exhibition-presentation of emerging designers and artists ant it is powered by Russian Fashion Council and supported by the Fashion Fund and the Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development of Moscow.
First meeting of FASCINATE - Sustainable Fashion Alliance for International Markets
On 21 & 22 September 2020 took place the First Steering Committee of FASCINATE - Sustainable Fashion Alliance for International Markets in the framework of the Clusters Going International (ESCP-4i) Programme. The partners met online to discuss the future initiatives, which they will organize in the next 18 months.
The 10 Finalists of Reimagine Fashion: Changing behaviours for sustainable fashion
This week the European Commission announced the Finalists for the 2020 European Social Innovation Competition around the topic of Reimagine Fashion: Changing behaviours for sustainable fashion.
Pitti Connect - the digital platform that will host the Pitti summer fairs starts on 16 July
16 July 2020 is the official release of the new Pitti Immagine website and debut of PITTI CONNECT - the digital platform that will host the Pitti summer fairs until October 9 - Pitti Uomo 98, Pitti Bimbo 91 and Pitti Filati 87. Expect three months of events, special projects, conversations, fashion feeds and new scenarios, announced the organizers of the popular trade fair.
10 Million Views of Global Talents Digital in Social Media
Global Talents Digital took place online on June 10 to 11. In the first edition of the international hybrid fashion project designers presented their new digital and real collections, demonstrated by virtual and human models. Totally, the show included 50 designers from 20 countries, 8 virtual shows and 38 collections. 8 digital artists and 6 digital models joined Global Talents Digital, the off-season online project by Russian Fashion Council powered by Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia. The event was broadcasted life on Be Global fashion Network as well.
Summary of the digital Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia Fall/Winter 2020-2021
This year Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia for the first time ever was arranged online, broadcasted also on Be Global Fashion Network at video.bgfashion.net with support from Russian Fashion Council and Fashion Fund. 36 brands presented their new collections, 32 of them in the form of video presentations.
Copenhagen Fashion summit postponed to October due to coronavirus
Global Fashion Agenda announced that the Copenhagen Fashion summit is postponed to October due to growing concerns around the COVID-19 outbreak. The central business event on sustainability in fashion every year sets discussions on the most critical environmental issues facing the fashion industry. It started in 2009 with a mission to drive urgent change within the framework of the UN’s Global Goals.
Watch Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia online this weekend
Russian Fashion Council has announced the dates of the virtual Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia. On April 4 and 5, with support of Fashion Fund, both emerging and established designers will present their new collections.
White Label World Expo Europe postponed to October 2020
Prysm Media Group, organisers of the White Label World Expo, has been closely monitoring updates and advice regarding the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. They have come to the difficult decision of postponing the White Label World Expo Europe in Frankfurt, Germany until the 21 & 22 October 2020.
Win 1 of the 15 scholarships for the International Masters in Design and Fashion 2020/2021 from Raffles Milano
Raffles Milano, one of the most exclusive fashion and design schools in the world, which is located in the center of Milan, will award 15 scholarships. The students can receive up to 50% coverage of the tuition fee, for the Masters programs starting November Fashion Design and Business, Visual Design and Communication, Product and Interior Design, and Photography. All taught in English.
Italian Converter presents new materials and finishings of the E.C.O. KOSMOS cross-collection
Italian Converter, a leading manufacturer of innovative fabrics for fashion, footwear and accessories, expands E.C.O. Kosmos, the fully traceable, transparent and 100% Made in Italy cross-collection. The acronym E.C.O. - Ecologic, Conversion, Optimization perfectly reflects the founding values of the Italian Converter philosophy and represents a further step in the company's responsible path.
Superimpose foregrounds sustainability for London College of Fashion students
London-based creative agency Superimpose starts a new educational programme for aspiring creative talent. Its non-commercial creative platform SERVICES UNKNOWN has partnered with University of the Arts London: London College of Fashion to launch a new agenda aimed at enhancing the creative curriculum.
How to win a scholarship in Fashion, Design, Visual Communication or Management for 2020/2021 at IED Barcelona
If you want to start your professional future in an international environment and show your talent and creativity, you cat participate in the Scholarship Contest 2020, organized by the Istituto Europeo di Design - IED Barcelona. The contest is open for students from all over the world - under 26 years old.
The Pantone Color of the Year 2020 - Classic Blue
The Pantone Color of the Year 2020 has just been announced, and it’s Pantone 19-4502 Classic Blue! Classic Blue symbolizes protection, stability, peace, and confidence, as well as encouraging deep thinking, open mindfulness, and communication.
Made in Europe fashion at the White Label Expo in London
The White Label World Expo is now just two days away! Taking place on the 27th & 28th of November at the ExCeL London it is set to be the white label and eCommerce event of the year! Alongside the unrivaled educational features you will be able to network with industry leading exhibitors including Hermes, Riot Labs, and the Department for International Trade. We also recommend you to visit stant 1478 of the Bulgarian Fashion Association, where you can source clothing and accessories Made in Europe by Bulgarian producers.
adidas has created a video game and partnered with Snapchat
adidas has partnered with Snapchat to launch its new 8-BIT cleats and for the first -time consumers can purchase the cleats within Snapchat. The launch of a baseball cleat within a video game is also a premiere. Debuting on MLB: The Show, the video game-inspired 8-BIT collection is designed for the MLB Playoffs.
5 Celebrities Who Have Had Hair Transplants
Even in this day and age, there is a stigma attached to hair loss and even more so for those who choose to have a cosmetic procedure to deal with this problem.
The Camden Watch Company Launches The GMT Watch
The Camden Watch Company, an independent British brand based in the heart of Camden founded by wife and husband team Anneke Short and Jerome Robert, has launched their newest design, the unisex No.27 GMT Edition. It is an homage to the rich maritime history of Greenwich and Great Britain in general. In 1880, Greenwich Mean Time become the legal standard time across the island of Great Britain and has since become the time upon which all other timezones across the globe are based.
Supreme Green Cotton - a unique sustainable solution for the textile supply chain
At Munich Fabric Start I met the representatives of Supreme Green Cotton. From carefully selected and controlled non GMO cotton seeds, Supreme Green Cotton is cultivated via sustainable practices in family farms in Greece.
Review of the 33rd Collection Premiere Moscow
With stable results, the 33rd edition of CPM – Collection Premiere Moscow drew to a successful close on 6 September 2019. Around 1,300 brands from 30 countries exhibited their collections for the spring/summer 2020 season in 16 halls of the Expocentre exhibition grounds. As always, CPM attracted a highly professional audience of buyers and experts to Moscow: around 21,300 professional visitors from 50 countries with a focus on Europe and South Asia.
Dutch brand Joe Merino has unveiled a classic summer t-shirt in 100% ultrafine Merino wool
The Joe T is a classic summer T-shirt that has been recreated this season with 100% ultrafine Merino wool making it the perfect go-to for summer.
Watch Out!: The Most Expensive Men's Watches of All Time
Got a little extra money to spend and put on your wrist? What are the most expensive men's watches of all time? Check out this guide to find out.
Best Places to Find Custom Cowboy Boots near You
Custom Cowboy Boots are becoming increasingly popular - especially amongst the fashion-forward individuals. With custom cowboy boots, you have something that can last long and give you the comfort you need in your daily activities. They are stylish, modern, and extremely comfortable.
BYBORRE launches a Merino capsule collection for Spring/Summer 2020
Continuing to push the boundaries of textile innovation, Amsterdam-based textile studio BYBORRE unveils a Merino wool capsule collection in partnership with The Woolmark Company, as part of the label’s Spring/Summer 2020 TDK (Textile Development Kit) Edition™.
Gallery Düsseldorf - for Agencies and Premium Brands, Contemporary, Design and Avantgarde, Accessories and Shoes, Evening and Occasion
Gallery Düsseldorf will take place from 20 to 22 July 2019 in Düsseldorf, Germany. The "Alte Schmiedehallen", the main hall of Gallery for the official three days of the fair, will be divided into two distinctly different areas from July 2019: one third of the hall will be taken up by accessories and shoes from the Premium, Urban and Contemporary segments. With a focus on design, avantgarde and evening, the remaining two thirds of the other side of the hall will be reserved for fashion. A geometric guidance system underlines this new, clear segmentation. Two diagonal axes in the Fashion Zone further enhance the aesthetic clarity, the high level of service and the improved layout of the new hall allocation.
The best sneaker designs of all time
Who can deny that sneakers have the best appeal compared to all other footwear? Take for instance the color, the packaging design, and the style; all make it the preferred choice for shoe lovers. But what makes this part of footwear stand out among many? Previously, sneakers have been used as a mark of culture and a reflection of context. You could tell one’s tribe by the kind of sneaker they wore. The kind of a sneaker design you wear; whether the Air Max 90, the Yeezy Boost, or the Nike vapor Max will tell what you treasure.
The Savile Row Company is an ethical brand with 100% Recyclable and compostable shirt packaging
Independent family run men’s tailor, The Savile Row Company, wanted to find out if plastic packaging is influencing purchase decisions.
Collection Premiere Moscow exhibition welcomes modest fashion premiere
Collection Premiere Moscow exhibition will take place, where 1370 brands will present their collections of the next Autumn-Winter season 2019/20. For the first time, all visitors will be invited to get acquainted with the exposition of the new Modest Fashion division, prepared in partnership with Modest Russia and Council of Modest Fashion.
Win one of the 17 scholarships for Undergraduate Courses in Design and Fashion 2019/2020 at IED Barcelona
Start your professional future in an international environment! Show your talent and creativity. Tell us how you can you contribute to improving the future. The Istituto Europeo di Design - IED Barcelona invites students from all over the world - under 26 - to participate in the Scholarship Contest 2019.
Datacolor® partners with Color Solutions International to improve textile color identification with ColorReaderPRO
Datacolor®, a global leader in color management technology, announced today a new partnership with the leading provider of color standards and color communication tools for the textile industry, Color Solutions International (CSI). Using Datacolor’s portable color measurement device, ColorReaderPRO, fashion and apparel brands can now precisely select and identify color from multiple color libraries. The implementation of CSI’s branded version, which includes the ColorWallTM and the ability to add a brand’s own colors on the ColorReaderPRO offer tremendous time and cost savings to the textile industry by eliminating the need to manually search and match textile color samples with swatches or color codes.
Pantone revealed the Colour of 2019 - Living Coral
Vibrant, yet mellow PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral embraces us with warmth and nourishment to provide comfort and buoyancy in our continually shifting environment.
Savile Row Bespoke Association
With such an incredible product receiving little by way of deserved recognition in recent years, The Savile Row Bespoke Association was formed in 2004 through an alliance of five like-minded houses – Anderson & Sheppard, Dege & Skinner, Gieves & Hawkes, H. Huntsman & Sons and Henry Poole & Co. – tailors which understood the need for a trade association capable of safeguarding Savile Row’s unique bespoke standards.
How a completely pure and biodegradable fabric is created by Organic Cotton Colours
The production process of Organic Cotton Colours is totally sustainable, environmentally-friendly and transparent.
The pivotal role of regional cooperation for the long-term growth of the European textile and clothing sector
The 7th EURATEX Convention, organized on 24 October in Ontinyent (Valencia, Spain) by the Consejo Intertextil Espanol (CIE), gathered over 200 participants from the textile and apparel sector, as well as prominent figures from regional and national representations. Hosted for the first time in Spain, the event was an opportunity to exchange views and present approaches for regional collaboration, to encourage the development and modernization of the fashion and textile industries.
C.L.A.S.S. Proudly Supports Textile Exchange’s Sustainability Conference in Milan
This year’s Textile Exchange’s Sustainability Conference will be held in Milan later this month. The conference offers an opportunity to connect with industry pioneers and learn about cutting edge solutions and innovations in textile and apparel sustainability. The theme of the 2018 conference is United by Action: Accelerating Sustainability in Textiles and Fashion.
Types of suit shoulder styles
When men really love something, they get all close and personal. They absorb all the information they can about it until they can basically recite you facts in their sleep. Whether it’s about cars, watches, or sneakers, they spend time investing in their area of interest and add to their wealth of knowledge.
Control Union - sustainability of the industry's supply chains
With its foundation in agriculture, Control Union Certifications has focused its efforts in developing services around the sustainability of the industry's supply chains which feed into the food, feed, forestry, biomass, bioenergy, social compliance and textiles markets. With 'boots on the ground' in more than 70 countries, Control Union Certifications is uniquely placed to manage challenges with today's global marketplace.
ROICA™ Joined FILO Speciality Yarn Fair in Milan
ROICA™ experts showcase the world-first ROICA Eco-Smart™ Family that offers 2 responsible made yarns: a GRS (Global Recycled Standard) version 3 certified yarn and the world’s first yarn awarded Cradle2Cradle Material Health Gold Level Certificate and Hohenstein Environment compatibility certification.
Jack Victor Fall/Winter 2018 collection
Featuring a distinctive European feel, their Fall 2018 collections offer outstanding value in the finest Italian fabrics.
Tamra Judge: The Hottest Housewife of America
Tamra Judge is known for her appearance in a television series called Bravo’s Housewives of Orange County. She is always surrounded by controversies for her relationships and love life.
Henry Cavill dons his Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris at world premiere of Mission Impossible - Fallout
At the world premiere of the 6th Mission: Impossible, a movie whose death-defying action includes gripping scenes set in Paris, British-born global movie star Henry Cavill wore his Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Chronograph in rose gold.
BaroQco during Haute Couture Paris Fashion Week
Designers Imelda and Eduardo aka Baroqco are citizens of the world . Their roots are from Dutch Chinese Indonesian and Portuguese descent, and this diversity is what provides foundation that leads to the inspiration and creation.
Maria Aristidou Autumn/Winter 2018-2019 couture collection
It was an early spring afternoon when "Serendipity" knocked the door with a joyful unexpected surprise. Was it a coincidence or destiny? Sometimes you do not need to understand, just have faith and something wonderful will mark your way! As terrifying feelings, fate, love, change of hearts, unspoken words might be, there is always a hope for a stumble of magic dust for keeping them alive.
Armine Ohanyan Autumn/Winter 2018-2019 collection during Haute Couture Paris Fashion Week
A couture collection made in France, entirely handmade, intimately inspired by nature, showing the natural elements in all their forms. Ice, crystallization, rain, wind, dew and roots. Each shape of the collection represents one of these elements while at the same time a climate evolution where each season has its unique beauty and a gentle and mysterious atmosphere.
Patrick Pham Autumn/Winter 2018-2019 collection
Light pink as a lotus flower, blue of the dawn sky in summer, or red chilli, green of the rice-fields… All the colours of the Vietnam and of his childhood have inspired the French Patrick Pham for the 4 Seasons collection…
Patuna Fall/Winter 2018-2019 collection during Haute Couture Paris Fashion Week
She’s preparing herself, enhancing her hair, raising the drape of her black gown for putting her stilettos on… then she’s going to the casino, sitting at a poker table and playing like a man. Being an elegant woman is always a trump in the game of the American and Georgian designer Patuna.
Azulant Akora Fall/Winter 2018/2019 collection during Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week
African Australian designer Azulant Akora embraces unconventional angles and unexpected forms, bold colors and regal silhouettes. Emerging onto the Australian fashion scene in 2013 where she was awarded the Australian Wool Fashion Award, Azulant is a designer on the move.
The most stylish men in the world right now
This article will highlight who are the most stylish men of the moment, because they managed to take the world by storm this year, and helped us forget David Beckham or George Clooney.
Secrets For Passing The SBAC Test – Tips And Tricks
The Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium, popular by its nickname SBAC, is a graded exam consortium which is created by the Common Core State Standards which is adopted by a number of states. The test comes with automatic essay scoring. The main aim of the consortium is to become the leading provider of the multi-state test in connection with the Partnership for the Assessment of Readiness for the Colleges and Careers, also known as PARCC.
Benedict Cumberbatch - the new brand ambassador of Jaeger LeCoultre
Jaeger-LeCoultre is very proud to welcome internationally renowned Benedict Cumberbatch as a brand ambassador. He embodies the elegant and active man of today with his integrity as an actor, a family man and someone who dedicates himself with energy to charitable endeavors. Benedict Cumberbatch: “Being a great watchmaking enthusiast I am delighted to be associated with such an outstanding watch manufacture as Jaeger-LeCoultre and to be visiting the Manufacture in the Vall?e de Joux in January.”
C.L.A.S.S. e-commerce - the place to source responsible material innovations with low minimums
The new, e-commerce platform provides an opportOur new, e-commerce platform provides an opportunity for designers, fashion startups, and fashion students to source responsible smart materials. Be inspired as you explore available C.L.A.S.S. select partners’ materials. They now offer low minimums and the chance to purchase up to 50 meters max, as you source responsibly.
Lanificio Luigi Colombo - ethical production of fabrics Made in Italy awarded by "303 Tuscans"
Lanificio Luigi Colombo is the world’s top producer of cashmere and high quality fibres. Knowledge of raw materials, high technology and experience in traditional craftsmanship are the distinctive elements of a philosophy built on values that create culture and culture that creates quality.
Cortigiani Spring/Summer 2018 collection
Style means knowledge, careful choice of materials and exclusive, sometimes unrepeatable techniques. Style means passion. It means the thrill of choosing a fabric and thinking that one day it will be worn by a man who knows how to combine elegance and spontaneity with innovation and perfection. A man and his life, his dreams, his emotions. A fabric that will become part of a unique story.
P.O.P. Pitti optical power
Stripes move, sway and cross again and again. P.O.P Pitti Optical Power will be a visual and virtual spectacle that elicits new horizons of perception and perspectives on reality. As the Pitti Immagine shows do, innovatively, season after season. No black and white austerity in Fortezza da Basso but rather a kaleidoscope of full colour patterns to make living interiors playful and hypnotic. All this in a set design conceived and curated by life-styler Sergio Colantuoni.
Hand sewing for couture and bespoke fashion short course
If you are looking for work in couture fashion, bridal-wear, millinery, bespoke tailoring or theatre costume production, perfect hand sewing skills are essential.Starting with a simple running stitch and working on a series of projects designed to help students perfect their skills and build up speed, this beginners course will focus on creating a reference book of hand sewn samples to add to a portfolio of work.
20 international scholarships for the international Masters of Raffles Milano - Istituto di Moda e Design
Raffles Milano, one of the most exclusive fashion and design schools in the world, located in the center of Milan, is offering 20 scholarships for its international Masters that stars in the 2018/2019 academic year.
Design the Future and win an international scholarship in Barcelona
IED (Istituto Europeo di Design) Barcelona invites students and young professionals to participate in a "Creactivate" contest and show their creativity and talent. IED Barcelona offers twenty three international scholarships for Masters and Postgraduate Courses...
Jeff Lack - celebrities' stylist
Jeff Lack is an editorial, campaign and personal stylist, content creator, media commentator and keynote speaker with over 20 years of experience in the Australian Fashion Industry.
Grey tuxedos - the next big trend in menswear
The next big trend in menswear was defined during this year's edition of the Oscars. Some of the celebrities arrived dressed in grey tuxedos and paid attention to their outfits. We are really tired of seeing the same outfits at the red carpet - the tuxedo, the bow tie, white shirt, high shine black shoes and the pocket square. It is time for a change!
The trends at h+h cologne 2018: Sustainable and natural, colourful and animal crazy, glamorous and glitter
h+h cologne, the leading global trade fair for creative handicraft and hobby supplies in Cologne will be offering national and international top companies and visitors from the specialised trade an ideal platform again from 23 to 25 March, where they can present and discover the new products and innovations of the textile handicraft section. The largest trade fair in the world picks up on the big trends and topics of the industry and this year is particlarly occupying itself with the international correlations that are moving the handicraft world. A trend overview.
LeViCo Features Exquisite Masterpiece Fabrics
Prominent Indonesian fashion brand LeViCo presented a stunning collection of handcrafted masterpiece designs during the Couture Fashion Week New York.
Designer Carlos Benguigui at Couture Fashion Week New York
Venezuelan designer Carlos Benguigui presented his latest inspired collection for men during Couture Fashion Week New York‘s 26th season.
Kering and London College of Fashion launch the world's first open-access digital course in sustainable luxury fashion
Kering and London College of Fashion launch the world’s first Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) dedicated to sustainability and luxury fashion, with an event hosted by the British Fashion Council during London Fashion Week.
Premiere Vision and the Federation de la Haute Couture et de la mode sign a mutual support agreement to confort Paris as the world fashion capital
Paris’s two most influential players on the international fashion scene - trade-show organiser Premiere Vision and the Federation de la Haute Couture de la Mode - have signed a partnership agreement.
The Pinnacle of Sartorial Excellence: Training the Elite Tailors of the Future
The Savile Row Academy is a tailoring school founded by Andrew Ramroop OBE, Master Tailor and Director of Maurice Sedwell, bespoke tailors of Savile Row.
High-tech textiles – a cross-industry inspiration
Stuttgart – between November 30 and December 1, one of the most important conventions for the European technical textile industry took place in Stuttgart. The Aachen-Dresden-Denkendorf-International Textile Conference brought together 600 professionals from 28 countries, across four continents from the textile, textilemachinery and various user-industries. Economy and research experts reported on research results and marketable textile innovations concerning high performance fibers, fiber composites and medical textiles.
Bunka Fashion College - study in Japan
Bunka Fashion College covers all the fields of the fashion industry. Bunka Fashion College was founded in 1923 as the first dressmaking school in Japan. Since then, Bunka has had a significant role in fashion education in Japan. Its original, specialized and practical curriculum adapts to the changes in a diversified industry, and it continues to cultivate fashion professionals who can easily adapt to the modern fashion industry.
Made in Vicenza - promote your product in Italy
Made in Vicenza assists companies from Vicenza in the internationalization process. Founded in 1989, this structure is at the service of entrepreneurs and of all member companies of the Chamber of Commerce of Vicenza as well as to the entire territorial economic system. Made in Vicenza works in close synergy with the different Associations, Credit Institutions and all those dealing with the internationalization process in Vicenza and Province.
Coloro - the most logical, intuitive, universal color system
Coloro decodes color as the human eye sees it. By combining 20 years of scientific research with a 100-years color methodology, they created a truly intuitive color system.
The house of Dior - Seventy years of Haute Couture
In celebration of one of the most prestigious couture houses in the world, the National Gallery of Victoria is delighted to present The House of Dior: Seventy Years of Haute Couture at NGV International from 27 August to 7 November 2017. Exclusive to Melbourne and the NGV, the exhibition will present more than 140 garments designed between 1947 and 2017, including some of the most outstanding, theatrical and technically accomplished pieces from Christian Dior Couture.
Theory Of Constraints is a journey where many of the body of knowledge can be applied
Interview with Anthony Fouque from Agilea - Expert in Supply Chain Management
How to Get Your Own Conor Mcgregor ‘F*** You’ Suit
Huddersfield based tailor, Owen Scott Bespoke have announced they will be stocking UFC Champion, Conor McGregor’s controversial suit with the phrase “F*** You” woven into the pinstripe.
Corneliani Fall/Winter 2017-2018 collection
"An emotional way of life", going beyond the whims of the season so you can create your own wardrobe with consistency and imagination. Staying true to yourself and your own style. The modern contamination of tailored garment and sportswear is the keyword for the Autumn/Winter 2017 collection, an answer to the most contemporary requirements with full respect for the classic rules through a continuous game of tones and nuances, as original as they are sophisticated.
Conor McGregor with a cynical pinstriped suit
Conor McGregor wears customised suit which has ‘f*** you’ written in pinstripes for Floyd Mayweather press conference. The Irish fighter showed off his customised suit as he squared off with Floyd Mayweather in Los Angeles.
Xavier Buestel - French male model
Xavier Buestel is a French fashion model. Born on May 13, 1992, Xavier is known for his luxury work with clients such as Coach, Belstaff, and Sandro. A regular face on the catwalk, Xavier has walked for fashion brands, which range from Cerruti 1881 and Paul Smith to Boglioli. The leading model has also appeared in editorials for magazines like Interview and Vogue Netherlands Man.
Illustrations of TOC principles to make the Theory of Constraints understandable to children
During the International TOCICO Conference in Berlin, Germany, from 15 to 19 July, TOC Fashion Academy Tuscany presented illustrations, inspired by the Theory of Constraints (TOC) principles. They are made in order to be used to explain TOC to children in an amusing way.
Made To Measure and Made To Order - The New Fashion Formula - From Sheep to Suit
The global men's fashion supply chain is driven by large brands which dictate styles, materials and prices. Traditional contract manufacturing for these brands operates under price-based competition. In order to break out of this dead end, Richmart, the most modern made-to-measure men's suits factory in Eastern Europe, decided to reconfigure its entire supply chain. The managers undertook a detailed Thinking Process analysis of the supply chain, based on the principles of the Theory of Constraints and decided to move towards a win-win partnership between all parties involved from the wool through fabric, machinery and equipment to sewing factories and fashion consultants to the consumer. The Sales Director of Men's Fashion Group Dean Manev and Martina Martini (Art Director) made a presentation about Made To Measure and Made To Order services during the International TOCICO conference in Berlin, Germany on 19 July.
The bespoke tailoring programme at the London College of Fashion
Scabal champions great style and great talent, which is exactly why they sponsor the bespoke tailoring programme at the London College of Fashion, UAL (LCF).
The Woolmark Company, Brioni, Accademia Costume & Moda: Positive work between education and industry
For the Industry Project “The Woolmark Company, Brioni, Accademia Costume & Moda”, the III Year students at Accademia Costume & Moda (BA in Costume & Fashion), re-interpreted Brioni menswear, using Woolmark’s fabrics, merino wool and the iconic details of contemporary menswear style. The outfits, completed by a selection of accessories (shoes, travel bags and small leathergoods), were presented during the event Accademia Factory 2017 at the presence of Francesco Magri, Country Manager and Birgit Galen, Global Fashion Coordinator, The Woolmark Company.
Types of buttons for clothing
Buttons are almost as ancient as clothing. Information exists that buttons from the Bronze Age are found in India during excavations and in Turkey buttons are found dating back to 10,000 years B.C. Their history is more than rich. During the millennia they revived for use at times and at times were forgotten. They were characteristic of the clothes of the rich and noble circles and inaccessible to ordinary people. Any kinds of materials were used, from wood and stone to precious metals and diamonds. In 18 – 19 century their decorative value reached unexpected heights, and after the World War II showed up their utility function – then they were used completely as intended – for fastening.
Imane Ayissi Spring/Summer 2018 collection
The inspiration of the collection was driven by the namibian folk called the Herero, and more precisely by « Conflict and Costume », a book by Jim Naughten. In this work, they can admire the Herero women’s victorian patchwork dresses, made of hundreds of pieces of fabrics just like Haute Couture dresses. African Haute Couture?
Alex Knight awarded TOCICO Lifetime Achievement Award
On the second day of the 2017 TOCICO International Conference Alex Knight was awarded the TOCICO Lifetime Achievement Award. Alex has pioneered the application of Dr Goldratt’s Theory of Constraints in many industries across the world, including healthcare, financial services, manufacturing and FMCG.
Italian handmade suits by Mode Coloniali
Mode Coloniali combines few micro-collections of mens clothes, specifically made as travel and leisure wear, in addition to few workwear items, uniquely inspired to Colonial Fashion times spanning from late '800 to 1930s, using Vintage natural fabrics and accessories.
Study Fashion Design Technology at London College of Fashion
f you want to be a successful creative designer for contemporary international fashion menswear, BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology Menswear will give you all the skills you need to achieve your goal.
Study Menswear Design in Milan Fashion Campus
The Menswear Design Course will allow students to develop the sense of taste that is needed to design clothes for men. Milan is famous for its best Menswear Collection. Learn how this city leads the worlds mens collection through research and designing based on real clothes for men. The objective is the development of the creative talent of young people who plan to become professional fashion designers, widening their abilities through research and attentive observation for the creation of an innovative and individual fashion collection.
Italian Millionaire Gianluca Vacchi is dating Miss Colombia Ariadna Gutierrez?
The 23-year-old Colombian beauty queen was recently spotted on the beach in Miami sunbathing in a fuchsia bikini and reflective sunglasses with Italian millionaire Gianluca Vacchi. Now there are rumors swirling that they could be dating.
Theory of constraints core concepts you need to know
The core concept of the Theory of Constraints is that every process has a single constraint and because of that the total process throughput can only be improved when the constraint is improved. A constraint is anything that prevents the system from achieving its goal.
Meet some of the lectors of the 2017 TOCICO International Conference in Berlin
The 2017 TOCICO International Conference will be held July 16th - 19th in Berlin, Germany. TOCICO Conferences are held each year to showcase the new developments of TOC applications. This year features applications including Texas State Government Management, Microsoft supply chain, Japanese ship building, solving the real estate crisis, Adobe software development, movie production, communication skills with autistic children, Nine TOC How-To full and 1/2 day workshops, and over 60 more sessions.
Best dressed men at CFDA Awards 2017
Each June, the international fashion community honors the best and brightest in American design at the CFDA Fashion Awards. Founded in 1981, they are the highest honor in fashion and recognize the outstanding contributions made to American fashion in womenswear, menswear, and accessories as well as journalism, creative vision, personal style, and lifetime achievement.
French bespoke shirts by Maison Courtot
The Maison Courtot sews all your bespoke shirts. Collar, cuffs, placket, buttons and monogramming are many elements which give you an unique bespoke shirt. Their shirts are manufactured in Paris and in their workshop close to Houdan in Yvelines.
Superstar Harry Connick Jr. to sing national anthem at the 143rd KENTUCKY DERBY
Churchill Downs Racetrack today announced that multi-platinum recording artist Harry Connick, Jr. will sing our national anthem at the 143rd Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands on Saturday, May 6, 2017.
Popular custom tailors in Connecticut
Today, we will present you the tailors from Connecticut -there are a lot of custom clothiers in this state so we choose the best of them. You can find your favourite and visit it.
British Fashion Council announces NEWGEN recipients for 2017 / 2018
The British Fashion Council (BFC) today celebrates the fifteen emerging designers who will receive NEWGEN support for the year ahead. Following the announcement of a new format, NEWGEN sponsorship is now awarded annually to both menswear and womenswear designers who will show at either London Fashion Week Men’s or London Fashion Week.
English tailored suits by Paul Costelloe
More than just a name, Paul Costelloe maintains his position as head designer across all areas of the Paul Costelloe brand. Quality, youthfulness, expert tailoring and acute attention to refined detail are the values and philosophies that he holds dear to ensure you look amazing and feel great in Paul Costelloe.
Popular custom tailors in Colorado
We continue the series of articles about the popular custom tailors in the states of America. Today, we will present you the tailors from Colorado - most of them are situated in Denver where your can find your best choice of suits and wide range of fabrics.
Celebrities' style: Kevin Connolly
Kevin Connolly was born on 5th of March, 1974. He is an American actor and director. He is best known for his role as Eric Murphy in the HBO series Entourage, and his role as the eldest son Ryan Malloy in the 1990s television sitcom Unhappily Ever After.
American tailored suits by Hive and Colony
Welcome to the redefined world of made-to-measure men's clothing. A world where technology meets your individual style to transform suits, dress shirts, pants, and sports jackets into pieces as custom as you are. Stand out in a tailor-cut and sewn piece created from one of over 500 premium fabrics, and finished with distinct, customizable options. From lapel, to cuffs, to finishing touches – each detail is hand-picked to suit you.
Google, Dior, French Federation of the Haute Couture and Pret-a-Porter, Skolkovo and other leaders will tell about the future in Fashion Futurum Conference
On March 16-17 over 30 world fashion industry leaders from 9 countries will meet in the very center of Moscow to discuss contemporary trends and main challenges of the industry. During Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia the Central Exhibition Hall Manege will become the heart of the primary innovative fashion technologies.
American Made-to-order suits by Combatant Gentlemen
Feel the confidence that comes from the incredible fit and exceptional craftsmanship of our made-to-measure suiting. Whether for a special occasion or just your day-to-day, you’ll come away with something truly unique.
Mario Testino releases Sir - allure of men
In SIR, Mario Testino presents over 300 photographs in his search to define the allure of men. Including many unpublished works from his archive of thousands, SIR traces the evolution of the male in Testino’s photographs over the past three decades of his career. In these pages the body, costume, tradition, gender play, portraiture, photojournalism, constructed realities and fashion collide.
Inflatable Fancy Dress Costume
What’s a better way to make yourself noticed at a party other than wearing an Inflatable Costume? We think it’s safe to say that Halloween parties have become more fun with each year. Halloween costumes have gotten even more interesting along the years as well. Everyone is always trying to one up their friends by being dressed more funny and innovative than them.
Be The Life Of The Party, Get A Piggyback Costume
In case you have a costume party coming up and you don’t know what to get dressed with, we know just the right solution. Get a Piggyback Costume and you are all set. This is both funny and cool looking at the same time. In case there are kids around the party you could amuse them by wearing a costume that makes it look like you are carried by a frog, teddy bear or even Santa Claus himself.
Irish made-to-measure suits by Con Murphys Menswear
Con Murphys are synonymous with quality clothing not just in Cork, but also across Ireland. With over 75 years experience, Con Murphy’s know tailoring and fabrics better than anyone. They use this experience to help our customers get the best wearing garments at the most affordable prices.
Russian Fashion Council sets the dates for the new season of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia will take place from March 12 to March 16, 2017, the second edition of Fashion Futurum International Conference is scheduled for March 16-17, 2017. Over 100 young and established designers, Live Streaming Video, Virtual and Augmented Reality, Art Heritage Exhibition, vibrant street style - for one week all local and some international fashionistas are to be detected nearby Moscow Man?ge, the central venue of #MBFWRussia, next to Red Square. The Manege will host the Fall/Winter 2017 collections by fashion designers from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan and other countries.
Chester Barrie Spring/Summer 2017 collection
Chester Barrie is a modern Savile Row menswear brand with a rich heritage. At its core is a tailoring offer that is designed for men who know that looking good is important. The highlight is a Red Carpet story that mixes glamour and sophistication to create an offer that looks fantastic from Hollywood to London's West End but throughout the collection there are pieces men will turn to when it matters most.
Irish made-to-measure suits by Louis Copeland
Louis Copeland & Sons is an Irish business, established in 1933. They provide their customers with the best quality garments & products, sourced from around the world. Copeland's mission is to provide Ireland's men with the highest quality garments and an unrivalled level of customer service that we believe every paying customer deserves.
Eva Longoria & Courtney Lopez shine in Ieena Duggal - Who wore it best?
There's nothing like a friendly fashion face-off and this one is lots of fun! Both Eva Longoria and her good friend Courtney Lopez were spotted in the exact same Ieena Duggal cocktail dress. Courtney wore the dress first back at Eva's May wedding in Mexico and it appears Eva was such a fan that she decided to take her turn with the dress, wearing it on the red carpet at the 13th Annual Dubai International Film Festival this past weekend. Both ladies looked spectacular so we'll leave the judgement up to you - WHO WORE IT BEST?
Golden Globe Nominations: Mel Gibson, Tom Hiddleston, John Travolta, Hugh Grant and Tom Ford among nominated
This morning were announced the 74th annual Golden Globe Awards nominations at a ceremony at the Beverly Hilton. The marquee Best Motion Picture-Drama category included Mel Gibson’s Hacksaw Ridge. Deadpool has a nomination for Best Motion Picture-Musical or Comedy, as well as Best Actor-Comedy or Musical nomination for Ryan Reynolds.
Manolo Costa - a man of sartorial erudition
Having spent 12 years in the menswear industry with establishments such as Paul Stuart and Ralph Lauren, Manolo decided to take his creative vision to the modern men. The garments are centered on quality, precision and hand craftsmanship. At the atelier, they combine tradition and innovation to give each one of the clients focused attention, while helping them develop a very distinguished and personal sense of style.
English made-to-measure suits by Colmore Tailors
Colmore Tailors are Birminghams first and only"out-of-hours" visiting tailors. They work around your busy lifestyle and provide a personal tailoring service at a time and location that suits you.
Top 3 secrets about the upcoming Pitti Immagine Uomo edition in January 2017
An icon of British design and style who unites heritage, pop inspiration and eclecticism, has chosen Pitti Uomo 91 as the stage for a special event to launch his PS by Paul Smith collection. PS by Paul Smith, the designer’s contemporary line, offers a fusion of luxury design and performance characteristics, technical fabrics and ergonomic cuts. Paul Smith will be realizing a special fashion installation for the occasion.
Sanford Panitch - Hollywood Executive launches men's fashion label
Hollywood executive Sanford Panitch, the president of Columbia Pictures, is moonlighting as a men's fashion designer.
Bespoke suits by Reeves Modern English tailoring
Originally from a working-class town outside of Manchester in the North of England, David was never satisfied with the ordinary. Inspired by a Modernist ethos, David began getting his own suits custom made for himself as a teenager. As a young Graphic Arts student in Leeds, David was quickly swept up by the world of fine tailoring joining the Savile Row house Gieves & Hawkes at the age of 19.
Fashion Fairs and Trade Shows 2017 in Europe and USA
We are going to present you the fairs that are coming during the next year. You will see the dates, the places and a brief description of the fair so you could choose which of them to visit. We will separate the fairs in two groups - Menswear Trade Fairs and Textile Trade Fairs.
Men's custom clothing by Bespoke Edge
Luxury custom clothing and the experience to match. Offering custom suits in Denver, Fort Collins, Boulder, and Scottsdale. Bespoke Edge make custom suits, tuxedos, pants, jackets, vests, and shirts.
Sean O'Pry - one of the most successful male models
In 2006, 17-year-old O'Pry was scouted from his prom photos on MySpace by Marin; fashion-icon, model-maker, TV personality and past judge from America's Next Top Model. Bert Hamilton, a photographer from Sean's home state of Georgia, took the picture featured on this article before his career took off.
USA Emmy Awards 2016: Celebrities dressed in ISAIA
After making an overview of the Best dressed at the USA Emmy Awards 2016 and we found out Who "broke" the black-tie dress code at USA Emmy Awards 2016, lets see which celebrities chose Italian style and wore ISAIA tuxedos during the glamorous event gala...
Happy Birthday Celebrities: Colin Firth
Colin Firth is an English actor. In 2011, Firth received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and was also selected as one of the Time 100. Firth was awarded an honorary degree from the University of Winchester in 2007, and was made a Freeman of the City of London in 2012.
Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates the 85th anniversary of the Reverso watch in Venice
For over a decade, Jaeger-LeCoultre has demonstrated its commitment to encouraging and promoting all aspects of the filmmaking art. The Maison feels uniquely positioned to continue its work alongside the artists who make film: both are passionate about capturing the fleeting moments.
Oliver Spencer Spring/Summer 2017 collection
Oliver Spencer showcased their Spring Summer 17 collection at London Collections: Men on Friday 10 June. The collection has a strong 1950s Mediterranean influence, taking its inspiration from Oli's favourite house: Casa Malaparte on the island of Capri, Italy. A house famed for its imposing modernist Italian architecture, it is set atop a vertiginous coastline surrounded by sea. The natural, rugged coastline forms a harmonious contrast with the clean modernist lines of the architecture.
Happy Birthday Celebrities: Richard Gere
Richard Gere is one of Hollywood's sex symbols. He turns 67 today and we want to wish him good health and success to all his on- and off-screen projects.
Introduction to Tailoring Short Course from London College of Fashion
This exciting course, offered by London College of Fashion, is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of bespoke tailoring. A tailoring apprentice takes 7 years to perfect one's craft, so it's a good idea to have a taste before you commit.
Happy Birthday Celebrities: Sir Sean Connery
Sir Thomas Sean Connery is a Scottish actor and producer, turning 86 today. We want to say him 'Thank you' for all amazing characters that he has represented during his long career and wish him good health and longevity.
Happy Birthday Celebrities: James Corden
James Kimberley Corden is an English actor, writer, producer, comedian and television host, currently hosting The Late Late Show with James Corden on CBS. He is a birthday boy today and we wish him to keep his charm and strong presence on the screen.
Welsh and Jefferies - Bespoke London Tailors
Welsh and Jefferies is a small but neat shop situated at number 20 Savile Row offering bespoke suits and coats. The Cut and Fitting are done under the control of Head Cutter James Cottrell, whom I met in July 2016 and interviewed at his Savile Row shop.
Cortigiani Fall/Winter 2016-2017 collection - passion and research
Style means knowledge, careful choice of materials and exclusive, sometimes unrepeatable techniques. Style means passion. It means the thrill of choosing a fabric and thinking that one day it will be worn by a man who knows how to combine elegance and spontaneity with innovation and perfection. A man and his life, his dreams, his emotions. A fabric that will become part of a unique story.
Ottavio Nuccio Gala at Couture Fashion Week
Based in Italy, Ottavio Nuccio Gala is an exclusive menswear label specializing in the highest quality suits, tuxedos, and formal wear. The beautifully tailored fashions are sold in Italy, Spain, Hungary, Portugal, Russia and Greece as well as London.
Sartoria Italiana at Couture Fashion Week
SARTORIA ITALIANA represents a daring mix of “Tomorrow’s Fashion Today” with “Classic Fashion Forever” with its experienced, young designer, tailor and owner Giovanni Cicciotti, a name you will hear much more of in the future.
Wool-rich fabric by Lizzie Kimbley won the 2016 Woolmark Company Award
'For this project I looked at textures within decaying buildings such as peeling paint, crumbling plaster, lichen and so on. I wanted a soft yet textured feel to the cloth, so hand-dyed Merino wool combined with some textured yarns in different weights was perfect for this'.
Florin Dobre Spring-Summer 2017 menswear collection
Florin Dobre presented his eponymous label's SS17 men's collection in June during the London Collections: Men. It's called 'Floare de colt' (meaning 'Edelweiss') and offers well-fitting elegant men's suits and interesting accessories.
Laying the foundations for Operational Excellence
Over 70 managers and Theory of Constraints paractitioners and consultants gathered in Fukuoka, Japan, for the 26h TOCPA Conference, hosted by Juntos Consulting Int. One of the lecturers of the conference was Oded Cohen, who has more than 35 years of experience in developing, teaching and implementing TOC methodology, solutions and implementation processes. Here is his presentation about Laying the foundations for Operational Excellence.
The best of UK's menswear during the London Collections: Men
London Collections: Men June 2016 edition was held earlier this month in British capital. During the event Jermyn Street - in the heart of the West End - was transformed into an open air catwalk, as St James's hosted a series of men's fashion shows for the public.
Classic men's coats that you should differentiate
Crombie coat is a classic English coat for urban use. It's made of heavy wool and it's very appropriate for unpleasant Autumn and Winter days. It's most chic to wear a Crombie coat made by Tibbett - traditional coat maker since 1898.
Fashion Styling and Forecasting course by London College of Contemporary Arts
'This course concentrates on fashion forecasting, teaching you about the cyclical nature of the fashion industry. You will discover where and why fashion forecasting is used by companies and how it can influence other areas of the fashion industry. You will also be taught the basics of fashion styling, including how to create a complete look according to a selected theme.'
London College of Fashion's 'Collection Of The Year' award winners are announced
Last Monday (June 6, 2016), London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London, opened its BA16 season with its annual catwalk show, featuring 17 collections styled by LCF's Creative Director of Fashion & Design, Rob Phillips. Each collection competed for the Collection of the Year award.
Margaret Howell Spring-Summer 2017 collection at London Collections: Men
The designer established a studio in 1970 making men's shirts, quickly attracting a loyal clientele who appreciated the quality fabrics and attention to detail.
Tiger of Sweden Spring-Summer 2017 collection at London Collections: Men
A Baroque garden-inspired print adorns slick one-and-a-half breasted suits, bombers and windbreakers at the opening of the show, and bright bold stripes adorn blousons and wide leg trousers.
Topman Design Spring-Summer 2017 collection at London Collections: Men
Topman Design is an in-house designed premium collection from Topman which is showcased during London Collections: Men.
London Collections: Men changes its name
'It is the ninth edition as London Collections: Men. As fashion weeks change and our businesses start showing to consumers, we need to open our doors to more consumer-facing content. Over the next six months, London Collections: Men will embrace London Fashion Week Men's as a title to better engage with a consumer audience'.
The First International TOC Conference in Bulgaria was held by TOCICO
The First International TOC Conference in Bulgaria was held on 08 and 09 June in RIU PRAVETS RESORT, organized by TOCICO and Richmart. Be Global Fashion Network was the main media partner of this event, taking place for the first time in Bulgaria.
Savile Row tailors: Henry Poole & Co
The history of Henry Poole lies at the heart of the Savile Row suit. It is both a family story and a story of an international business that covers the past, the present and the future. From our historical tailoring bloodline through to our current bespoke process for creating a range of clothing garments (including shirts, blazers, sports jackets, top coats, overcoats, dress wear and, of course, tailored suits), Poole’s epitomises the glory behind Savile Row tradition of pure bespoke tailoring.
London Collections Men June 2016: Facts and figures
This season London Collections Men (10th - 13th June 2016) continues to showcase the very best creative and design talent from around the world through a packed schedule of shows, presentations, installations, dinners and parties.
Savile Row tailors: Kilgour
A full set of forty measures are taken during the first consultation to ascertain shape, posture, balance and proportion. A paper pattern is then drafted, unique to the customer. For the first fitting the suit is taken to a baste, with an unlined jacket to demonstrate and refine the shape and style.
London College of Fashion presents Fashion's Future - BA16 Catwalk show and Exhibition
London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London presents BA16 - a showcase of work celebrating the latest talent from its leading graduating students. Opening with the annual BA catwalk show on Monday 6 June, the season will continue with an exhibition from Tuesday 7 June.
What to choose - sports coat or blazer, single breasted or double breasted
James Sleater from the Cad & The Dandy in Savile Row outlines the key differences between a sports coat vs a blazer and the single breasted and double breasted jackets.
Matthew McConaughey's Suits - Variety and Color
Actor's looks on the Red carpet can be described with only one word - Variety. Different colors, patterns, two- or three-piece suits, tie-free or combined with a tie or bow tie - and all of them perfectly fitting.
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON BUSINESS STRATEGIES - TOC (Theory of Constraints)
The conference will take place in the beautiful RIU Pravets Resort, city of Pravets, Bulgaria, 8-9 June 2016. The lecturers are certified TOC consultants from USA and Europe with many years of practical experience in the application of TOC in global organizations.
TOCICO 2-Day Workshops Conference in Bulgaria
The Theory of Constraints International Certification Organization (TOCICO) announces a 2-Day workshop conference to be held at the Pravets Resort in Pravets, Bulgaria on June 8-9, 2016, featuring Keynote speakers, Round Table discussions and TOC Workshops.
Stylish artist and businessman Conor Mccreedy presents 'Blue Heaven'
Conor Matthew Mccreedy is an artist, best known for his paintings made in varying shades of blue. In 2013, the SA Style Awards named Mccreedy the "Most Stylish Business Personality" in South Africa.
US photographer Jeff Bottari - I will always work hard to ensure that I exceed your expectations
Jeff Bottari is a California-based photographer, specialized in studio portraits, sporting and entertainment events.
Conor McGregor - the stylish Irish MMA fighter
Conor Anthony McGregor is an Irish mixed martial artist, born in Dublin in 1988. He is the current UFC Featherweight Champion, and the former Cage Warriors Featherweight and Lightweight Champion.
Henry Herbert Tailors change the way bespoke tailoring is delivered
Interview with Charlie Baker-Collingwood, the creator of Henry Herbert Tailors.
Christian Louboutin at London Collections Men Fall/Winter 2016
For London Collections Men Autumn/Winter 2016, Christian Louboutin joined forces with two of our favourite menswear brands: E. Tautz and James Long.
Ermenegildo Zegna Couture Spring/Summer 2016 - tailoring is an important category
The ultimate proposal in fashionforward luxury menswear, the new Couture collection emits sartorial finesse and a sense of nonchalant elegance epitomized by Stefano Pilati, Ermenegildo Zegna Couture Head of Design, with his trademark styling details and pioneering aesthetic codes.
Casely-Hayford Fall/Winter 2016-2017 - blend of exquisitely tailored garments mixed with streetwear
ShoShown at London Collections: Men, the Casely-Hayford's lineup takes heavy cues from military uniforms.wn at London Collections: Men, the lineup takes heavy cues from military uniforms
Anthony Sinclair - the British handmade bespoke shirts
Anthony Sinclair operates under the creative control of British designer David Mason. His career began as a shirtmaker in his native home of Manchester in North West England from where, in the early 1990's, he was making regular trips to London, Paris and New York, furnishing private clients with handmade bespoke shirts and neckties.
Adam Katz Sinding - one of the most wanted in the fashion
Adam Katz Sinding - Self-Taught + Self-Motivated. Adam Katz Sinding was born on 3th of May 1983 in San Francisco, CA, and raised in Tacoma, WA. Living in Seattle, WA from 2001-2010, and a 6 month period in Paris, France, he now resides in Brooklyn, NY.
Custom-tailored menswear by Paolini Garment Company
The Paolini Garment Company creates pieces completely custom-tailored for each client, working with 18 different measurements for the perfect fit. The fabrics which the atelier uses come from the world's finest mills in Italy, England and Australia, including Ermenegildo Zegna, Vitale Barberis Canonico and Dormeuil.
LCFMA16 Womenswear graduates - let's get to know them!
As I've previously reported, London College of Fashion's annual MA Womenswear catwalk show will be held on February 18, 2016. So, let's spend a few minutes to know better these ten talented young designers, who are going to show their works during the event...
2016 MA Womenswear catwalk show at London College of Fashion
The show, which is part of LCF's MA16 graduate season, will feature collections by ten graduates from the MA Fashion Design Technology Womenswear course - Pelin Isildak, Lauren Lake, Yiru Sui, Alexandru Tunsu, Zhixian Wang, Ning Xu, Ywaen Qian, Kirim Yun, Desiree Slabik and Ysabel Lee.
Schedule of the most important fashion events in 2016
Every year, the designers from all over the world present their collections with spectacular fashion shows. We selected for you the schedule of the biggest and the most important fashion weeks.
London Collections Men Autumn/Winter 2016: Tiger of Sweden
Tiger of Sweden shows contemporary tailoring at its very best with inspiration of old Sweden craftsmanship and the moody winters of Dalarna, a region in northern Sweden. All to the sound of a crooner voice of old romantic melancholy.
London College of Fashion presents MA 2016 Exhibition
This year's MA season showcases the wealth and diversity of postgraduate student talent. The #LCFMA16 exhibition reveals visions and pieces from the next generation of fashion designers, artists, business professionals and media makers.
London Collections Men Autumn/Winter 2016 - facts and figures
This season there were 65 designers showing on schedule, and 65 designers in the Designer Showrooms in the January edition of the event.
London Collections: Men - Richard James Fall-Winter 2016/2017 collection
Richard James by Toby Lamp 'Chains + Cranes' Fall-Winter 2016/2017 collection was presented in the UK earlier this month during the LC:M. The key inspiration for the Savile Row tailor's design and brand director were the London's docks in the 1930s.
The Ecuadorian Corozo buttons
The large fruits of the tropical palm of the genus Phytelephas, which is also called 'tagua' or 'corozo' hide several brown seeds with very hard white core. It is very similar to ivory and that's why it is called 'vegetable ivory'. Local craftsmen produce wonderful miniature sculptors, valuing the similarity with the precious material.
Idris has arrived: the premium menswear collection Autumn/Winter 2015
The Idris Elba + Superdry Collection has landed! The collaboration between the British hero brand and the Golden Globe-winning actor is anticipated to reign as the definitive lead in premium style for men. esigned alongside Superdry Co-founders James Holder and Julian Dunkerton, the opportunity to collaborate appealed to Elba due to a natural bond with the brand.
Colin Firth is the winner in Most Stylish Men 2015 - Category Cinema
Colin Andrew Firth is an English actor, born in Grayshott, Hampshire, England, in 1960. His most memorable role so far has been the 2010 portrayal of King George VI in 'The King's Speech' - a performance that earned him an Oscar and multiple worldwide best actor awards. His style, personality and achievements won him the prize for Most Stylish Men 2015 in Category Cinema!
BGFN Readers' Most Stylish Men 2015 are announced
Among 433 nominees the readers of Be Global Fashion Network selected the Most Stylish Men 2015 in 6 categories - see who the winners are:
Celebrities' style: Colin Farrell
Colin James Farrell is an Irish actor. Some of his most famous roles were in the movies: "Alexander", "Miami Vice", "Daredevil" and "S.W.A.T.".
Neil deGrasse Tyson - A Spacetime Style Odyssey with Mr. Cosmos
Neil deGrasse Tyson is an American astrophysicist, cosmologist, author, and science communicator. During the years he wrote monthly essays and columns for different science magazines and a number of popular books on astronomy; he also hosted the television show NOVA ScienceNow on PBS and the weekly podcast Star Talk. In 2014, he hosted the television series 'Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey' (13 episodes) - a reboot of Carl Sagan's 1980 series 'Cosmos: A Personal Voyage'.
M.J. Bale latest collection shows the versatility of Merino wool
Teaming up with The Woolmark Company for the third year in a row, the Australian-owned menswear brand and tailor M.J. Bale has launched a large selection of lightweight suits and tuxedos woven with lightweight Cool Wool fabrics.
Italian Fashion - Corneliani
Corneliani is an Italian menswear manufacturer best known for its suits and sportcoats. The company distributes its products in over 70 countries worldwide through multi-brand stores and around 90 single-brand boutiques; Corneliani also manufactures and delivers made-to-measure suits worldwide.
