Blessing Sule

Blessing Sule is an independent fashion label based in Manchester selling handmade products for every occasion; from casual wear to the perfect wedding dress and all the bits in between! We offer a made to measure service and also stock other independent designers from around the UK in our one off Boutique in Edgeley. Take a look around the website or pop into the Boutique and enjoy!

http://blessingsule.com/

Rosemary Twang

Rosemary Twang Boutique brings you a completely new and fresh insight into the world of holiday accessories - a world that is full of colour, glamour and unique beauty.
Rosemary Twang believes in individuality which is why many of the items you will find in this boutique are one-off pieces that you will not find anywhere else. Many boutiques claim to be unique and individual but you will soon believe that Rosemary Twang truly is something different and every single item on the site has been individually hand picked with care, love and attention.
So, whether it is with a Metallic Pink Leather Davince Bag or a Hand-painted Aphrodite Kaftan, you are sure to make a statement on your holiday or at home with Rosemary Twang! http://www.rosemarytwang.com/

Wild Swans

'Imagine Scandinavia’s best fashion designers and all the unkown quirky secrets of Scandinavian fashion design. Then think of up and coming brands that are not yet exposed in the UK, combined with trained stylists in a very relaxed, Scandinavian, ethereal atmosphere. Add all of this up and you have WILD SWANS. The name comes from the fairy tale ‘The Wild Swans’ by Hans Christian Andersen. It perfectly describes the range of Designers as well the Customers..’ beautiful and gracious birds, yet ‘edgy’. The story behind Wild Swans is almost like a fairy tale: the Chiswick shop in the hip Devonshire Road opened in 2006 and was so successful that within one year another had opened in Cross Street, Islington and now a third shop has opened in Mill Hill Broadway in Spring 2009.
Caroline van Luthje's complete sense of combining what women want to wear to look fantastic and how they want to be treated is what has made her one of the most successful womenswear buyers in the UK today. Danish and proud of her Viking heritage Caroline has successfully introduced Scandinavian designers from Denmark, Norway and Sweden to the UK to give Wild Swans a complete Scandinavian concept. She has incorporated the Scandinavian style and helped make and influence what British Women are wearing.
Wild Swans like to make a real effort for their customers. Its very much about creating a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. Champagne is always served at the weekend and a basket full of toys is provided for children. Wild Swans embrace the idea of personal styling and many of the staff are experienced stylists. Wild Swans have special evenings in the shops where they invite the designers to present their collections.'

Visit http://www.wild-swans.com and shop online!

Grainne Maher Milliner!

Belfast born milliner Gráinne Maher, creates bespoke headwear, including couture hats, fascinators, tiaras and corsages. She also reworks and remodels vintage headpieces under the design label Pluck & Devour. Working from her home studio at Ravenhill, Gráinne produces sophisticated pieces using classic shapes, hand-dyed feathers and antique embellishments. She also experiments with avant-garde styling and modern materials to achieve statement pieces that are not for the fainthearted.
After studying Music at Queen’s, Gráinne moved to Devon where she undertook a scholarship funded PhD researching the effect of corsetry and other body manipulating costume on the voice. This led to an increasing interest in fashion and ultimately to a period of study in Dublin on a range of millinery techniques. Having worked for many years as an artist in various disciplines; including performance art and installation, and with a background in fashion and consumer PR, Gráinne Maher brings together an array of interests and inspirations that feed her work.
More recently she has trained in millinery techniques and those of a ‘plumassier’ with world class milliner Ian Bennett, who has worked with an impressive line-up of millinery greats including Stephen Jones, Frederick Fox and the royal milliner Philip Somerville. Gráinne Maher has also studied a range of hatmaking and tiara skills with Dublin based milliner Jeanette Pegley-Reed.
Gráinne Maher Millinery has recently been awarded an Arts Council grant from the Creative Industries Innovation Fund which will greatly serve to expand and develop this business and brand. GMM has plans in the next 12 months to continue her millinery study in Ireland, Scotland and England alongside several eminent hatmakers.
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STOCKISTS: A range of one-off couture headpieces plus a ready-to-wear collection of cocktail hats will be available to purchase in the next few weeks from:

Una Rodden Couture in Belfast

50 Upper Arthur StBelfast, BT1 4GJ, United Kingdom +44 28 90248811

Crystalrox

CRYSTALROX successfully caters for the increasingly popular crystal customisation market. Using only the finest SWAROVSKI crystals, virtually any surface on an array of products can be transformed using a wide selection of colours, sizes and designs. The trend for crystal customisation continues to grow with endorsement from various Hollywood celebrities and any product can be transformed - from microphones and headphones to lap tops and champagne bottles, the concept is an ideal gift for weddings, birthdays or special anniversaries to add a personal finish. Mobile Phones, Blackberry’s and Ipod’s as well as clothing and shoes are the most popular choices and the designer happily accepts items such as a favourite piece of clothing to be updated. CRYSTALROX has also launched a range of Men’s & Women’s clothing, each piece is made in limited edition so designs are produced in batches of 5 to retain exclusivity. Items are numbered to emphasise their availability and designs can be made to customer preference; to enquire about any of the products, send your details to us via the website http://www.crystalrox.co.uk/ and we aim to respond within 24 hours.

NEWS FOR OCTOBER '09:The website has just been updated with some additional features as well as new images of recent work completed for clients.An exciting opportunity has come up this month for celebrities to feature in the UK and Irish press wearing products customised by CRYSTALROX - the paparazzi got great shots of OK! reporter,TV Presenter and WAG LIZZIE CUNDY wearing the 'ELLA' Swarovski crystallised heel shoes to 'The International Footballer Awards' in London - Lizzie looked gorgeous modelling these shoes which use over 1,500 crystals and any shoes will be considered by the studio for this type of customisation. Former 'Liberty X' pop band member MICHELLE HEATON looked stunning when she used her bespoke crystallised 'TALIA' silver clutch bag to 'The Inspiration Awards for Women' in London - perfectly accessorising her silver themed outfit! The bag uses over 900 crystals as well as a crystal clasp to make it a perfect evening bag and Michelle also decided to use this for 'The White Sapphire Ball' in aid of charity in Belfast which looked fabulous.

Please join the CRYSTALROX page on Facebook to be kept up to date with the latest news - new customised products are added weekly!

Shop for Mother of the Bride at Anne Furbank

All the personal shoppers at Anne Furbank are experienced in helping you to put together the perfect outfit for your wedding. Either call to make an appointment (Buckden 01480 811333. Newmarket 01638 668031) or simply come along to our shops to spend some enjoyable time with one of us to find you something special.

The extensive clothing collections, hats, bags, shoes and jewellery are carefully selected and sourced from both British and International designers.

Their service includes minor alterations and a real desire to help you find the outfit that will make you feel and look a million dollars.

For all details on Anne Furbank visit

http://www.britishboutiques.com

http://www.annefurbank.co.uk/

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Buy of the Week!!

By Malene Birger By Malene Birger ""Reeves" pink silk blouse £150.00
Dusky pink silk top with ruffle detail down front and seperate silk scarf. High collared with grey pearl effect buttons to fasten and on cuffs. Gently padded shoulders. Delicate hand wash only.This is a great blouse for those of you who love a bit of flourish, ideal to wear with a smart jean and high boots. The softly padded shoulders will introduce you to this seasons fiercest look

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