The ‘Slowing Down Fast Fashion’ documentary about the world’s unsustainable addiction to fast fashion presented by the Blur-bassist Alex James has won a prestigious film award. The eye-opening documentary was named as the winner of the Best Fashion Documentary at this year’s London Fashion Film Festival.
Archives for September 2016
Homeware Interior Pieces for Autumn 2016
This Autumn update your home with subtle furniture and homeware additions from the high street and online. Forget about cold spells and furious storms, this Autumn there’s no better excuse to stay wrapped up inside with a hot drink and Netflix on demand with all the home comforts you won’t want to miss.
A season of Fashion and Art events come to Manchester for Autumn 2016
Manchester offers plenty of fashion events through September to November courtesy of Selfridges, Manchester Art Gallery, British Vogue, the National Portrait Gallery and 14-18 NOW. . British Vogue’s Alexandra Shulman, SHOWstudio, the British Fashion Council, Dazed & Confused’s Isabella Burley, model Naomi Shimada and many more are featured.
Clarins collaborate with FEED Projects to provide school meals for the UN World Food Programme
Clarins is collaborating with FEED Projects for their ground-breaking ‘Gift With Purpose’ beauty programme. Back for the third year in a row, customers who purchase two Clarins products (one to be skincare) will not only receive a beauty gift for themselves, but also a gift with an important social purpose that provides 10 school meals for vulnerable children.
Proto-col Colour Correct and Baked Mineral Shimmer Review
A review of Proto-col cosmetics latest products, the Baked Minerals Shimmer and Colour Correct Powder. Including a guide on how to colour correct and which tones are best for your skin type.
The Garden Hale Cheshire Review
Swapping processed foods for organic substitutions, the Garden Hale offers healthy options to cater to a range of dietary requirements. STYLEetc. visited the Cheshire branch to review the breakfast menu and meet the owner.
Amber Rose announced as New Babe of Missguided
Amber Rose has been announced as the latest Babe of Missguided, launching an exclusive collection with the Manchester based Fast Fashion brand to complete their latest season.
The Best Pumpkin Recipes from the Web
Style etc researches the best pumpkin recipes from around the web to give you ideas and inspiration in one place for the autumn season. Our ideas cover baking, meals and drink recipes to ensure you get into the autumn spirit.
Chaophraya brings Fine Dining Thai Experience to Manchester
For a first foray into Thai Fine Dining, Chaophraya Manchester is a good place to start and with promises of a completely revamped menu, our team were delighted to be invited to try the new dishes first.
David Gandy joins Prince Charles at Inaugural Wool Conference Dinner
HRH The Prince of Wales – who is currently the Patron of Campaign for Wool, recently hosted a dinner for key figures and insiders of the fashion and wool industries to celebrate the start of the inaugural Wool Conference at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire.
Michelle Keegan attends Our Girl Premiere in Manchester
The BBC’s hotly anticipated drama Our Girl brought fans and press out in full force for the Manchester premiere of the series, with star Michelle Keegan in attendance.
The Lost & Found Bar and Restaurant to open in Knutsford
The award-winning Revere brand is set to open its’ third The Lost & Found site on Princess Street in Knutsford this autumn. The beautiful Grade II listed former town hall by the designer of the Natural History Museum Alfred Waterhouse will be the home to the newest Lost & Found restaurant site; where guests will soon be able to unlock the secrets of this botanical Victorian hideaway on the 29th September.
A tranquil weekend at Titanic Spa
Promising escapism in an exclusive space, the Titanic Spa offers tranquil surroundings set in a valley on the outskirts of Huddersfield. STYLE etc. were invited to experience a spa break for ourselves and indulge in the full experience.
Manchester Smokehouse and Cellar Launch Review
We went to the launch of the city centre’s latest food haunt Manchester Smokehouse and Cellar near the town hall on Lloyd Street.
Win Tickets to see Stand By Me Live & Meet the Band
Here at STYLE etc. we love a good competition, which is why we’re offering you the exclusive opportunity to see Stand By Me the Musical live for free, receive a free CD of the show and meet the band afterwards.
Designer Spotlight: Theo Fennell
A British jeweller, who founded his eponymous jewellery brand in 1982, Theo Fennell creates pieces which encompass the concept that good things come in small packages. His beautiful collection of minimalist but intricate jewellery reinforces the idea of high quality craftmanship and luxury design.