Garment Technologist roles explained: Part 3
By Kate Berry and Sally Blaxall, QHQ ltd, explain the differences between supplier, retailer and manufacturers’ garment technologist roles in this helpful career guide; and today’s focus in on Manufacturers’ Technologists. A manufacturers’ garment technologist works in the production of garment within the factory environment, usually in the company’s on site sample room or production office. […]
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Chanel shows in Cuba, despite brand not available
French luxury house Chanel on Tuesday showcased its latest Cruise collection in Cuba, as part of its cosmopolitan take to show local fashion abroad. The irony is that the brand is not available for purchase and customers have to go the USA or Europe to buy its goods. Chanel products would also not fit the […]
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Mackintosh teams up with Maison Michel for collaborative collection
British heritage brand Mackintosh has teamed up with Maison Michel Paris to design a exclusive collection of headwear. The collaborative collection, which brings together Mackintosh’s signature style aesthetics with the Chanel-owned milliner’s sophisticated touch. “Maison Michel was an obvious choice for us as they are a master of craftsmanship of hats, as well as being […]
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Cynthia Rowley joins MBFW Australia line-up
New York-based fashion designer Cynthia Rowley is to showcase her resort collection at the upcoming Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia in May. CFDA Award-winner Rowley joins seven other additionally designers and brands who will showcase on the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia catwalk for the first time, joining more than 65 designers who have already confirmed to […]
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The Leather Satchel Co: "Your bag, made your way!"
“Things are so exciting now we have secured the backing,” said Keith Hanshaw, Managing Director of on reaching their crowdfunding goal of 50,000 pounds to build an online customization tool. “Really, I am so happy and so excited right now, you can’t even imagine!” Hanshaw’s excitement is palpable and completely understandable as the UK’s oldest […]
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My Night at the CFDA Awards
By now you’ve ruminated over the red carpet gowns and considered the list of winners. But if you’re left wondering about the swanky event surrounding the fancy frocks and silver statue––the Trova doesn’t get the name recognition of its entertainment cousins, the Oscar, Emmy or Tony––then let me attempt to fill in the gaps. For […]
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Fashion Targets Breast Cancer launches 20th anniversary campaign
London – Model veterans Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell are fronting the 20th anniversary campaign of Fashion Targets Breast Cancer, lensed by fashion photographer Mario Testino. The campaign to raise funds and awareness was started by Ralph Lauren 20 years ago following the death of one of his close friends. “It’s great to be returning […]
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Topshop Challenge finalists revealed
Click:CNC machining Topshop’s start-up competition in partnership with to address changing consumer shopping tastes and expectations has revealed the five finalists who have been chosen to pitch their ideas to the judging panel. Three of the finalists are from the UK, including GoJo, an app that provides businesses and individuals with a same-day courier service […]
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Asos to monitor staff using CCTV
Online fashion retailer Asos is to install up to 300 cameras in its warehouse in a bid to monitor its staff. London’s freesheet the Evening Standard reported the online retailer could install them as soon as by the end of this year. The surveillance would aid company efficiency according to Asos, however, warehouse workers have […]
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Rihanna collaborating with Manolo Blahnik
New York – First, Rihanna had her Fenty collaboration with Puma that was well-received at New York Fashion Week. However, a sporty, athletic collaboration wasn’t enough for the music star who has become a fashion industry favorite. Now, the woman with 14 billboard number one hits will be collaborating with none other than legendary shoe […]
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