During the recent launch of the Selfridges Ice Rink, we were lucky enough to grab a quick chat with Coronation Street stars, Brooke Levi Vincent and Georgia May Foote, who play Sophie Webster and Katy Armstrong on the show! We quizzed the girls on their favourite Manchester hang-outs and their must have…
Interviews
Get to know some well known names better with our interview features.
STYLEetc Interview: Designer Alex Christopher
Alex Christopher is an award winning Designer and owner of the Each To Their Own Boutiques, independent stores holding men’s and women’s wear collections from Designers all over the UK as well as Alex’s very own label, Alex Christopher. The cool Manchester flagship store can be found in Barton Arcade and on…
STYLEetc Interview Designer Antonio Berardi
Antonio Berardi and his Creative Director Sophia Neophitou-Apostolou recently visited Selfridges Exchange Square in Manchester, to showcase his AW13 collection and host a Q&A session for some lucky Selfridges shoppers. Antonio Berardi is a red-carpet favourite of the most stylist celebrities, from Kylie to Gwyneth Paltrow; Madonna, Beyonce and Lana Del Rey. Gemma…
Astley Clarke Jewellery Pop’s Up in Selfridges
Bec Astley Clarke launched British jewellery brand Astley Clarke seven years ago in London. A fine jewellery purveyor, the brand has an ever-expanding online fan base and concessions in London’s Harrods, Selfridges and Liberty. This month saw the launch of their first concession outside of the capital, with a pop-up shop at Selfridges…
Taylor Morris Eyewear Launches at Harvey Nichols
Gemma Latham talks to Made In Chelsea’s Hugo Taylor and his friend and business partner Charlie Morris about shades, hangovers, movie stars and design principles at the launch of their eyewear collection into Harvey Nichols… I sat down with Hugo and Charlie in the bling-tastic surroundings of the Wow bar at Harvey…
STYLEetc interview Matthew Williamson at Vogue FNO
L-R: Matthew Williamson, his mum Maureen, and Anna-Louise, founder of STYLEetc magazine Amongst the bustle in Flannels at Vogue Fashion’s Night Out, Anna-Louise Gilhooley of STYLEetc managed to grab a few minutes with the much sought after fashion designer, and one of the stars of the night, Matthew Williamson. A born Mancunian,…
Interview: Paige Adams of Paige Denim
LA-based denimwear designer, Paige Adams, was in Manchester recently to promote her brand Paige Denim, as part of Selfridges Denim Lovers campaign. As you’d expect, Denim Lovers is about celebrating all things denim! There are all sorts of events going on at Selfridges store nationwide, designed to help you explore denim further….
Oliver Proudlock | Serge DeNimes
In February the STYLEetc team spent a day in London, shooting Oliver Proudlock (best known as ‘Proudlock’ from Made In Chelsea) wearing pieces from his fashion brand Serge DeNimes. Here are the pics from the shoot. . . . . . To read our interview with Ollie, navigate to page 16 of…
A Day in the Life of an Illustrator: Sophie Bampton
This month STYLEetc features contributor Kathryn Bell caught up with Sophie Bampton, a freelance illustrator living and working in London, to see exactly what a regular day in the life of a creative living in the capital is like: The city is filled with streets being marched upon by sharp stilettos and…
STYLEetc meet “Ms Fashion” at her book launch
Last Tuesday, STYLEetc popped along to Tom’s Champagne Bar in House of Fraser, not only to enjoy a chilled glass of Moet and a free cupcake, but to meet Gaynor Lea-Greenwood (also known as “Ms Fashion” on Twitter) as she launched her new book: Fashion Marketing Communications. Gaynor was full of enthusiasm…
STYLEetc meet Jennie McAlpine for a chat about her new restaurant
On Wednesday evening we were invited to a sneak preview of Chris Farr and Jennie McAlpine’s new restaurant Annies. Tucked away down Old Bank Street in the historic Royal Exchange building, Annies affectionately doffs its top hat to neighbouring St Ann’s Square, from which it takes its name. It is the result…
It’s Dope, It’s Freaking, It’s Jammywammy… It’s STYLEetc meet will.i.am
It’s Dope, It’s Freaking, It’s Jammywammy…. It’s the Inimitable will.i.am. Gathered at London’s Fashion Retail Academy STYLEetc were treated to an audience with will.i.am for the launch of his latest brainchild – the i.am+ foto.sosho, a camera accessory for iPhone. First, the name ‘foto sosho’, I know you are thinking ‘what?’ try…
STYLEetc Interview Jewellery Designer Fei Liu
L-R: STYLEetc Editor Gemma Latham with Jewellery Designer Fei Liu and Managing Director of Green+Benz, Helen Dimmick. This week STYLEetc were invited to jewellery boutique Green+Benz, to meet designer Fei Liu and learn about his unique jewellery designs which combine influences of Eastern heritage with western techniques. With a place on this year’s Professional…
MERABI launches into Selfridges
It was Wednesday night and it was a sea of sequins, celebrities and flashing bulbs from the paps as local fashion designer, Nadine Merabi, launched her glamourous dress collection into Selfridges Trafford. VIP’s enjoyed plenty of fizz and the chance to browse the fabulous collection in Selfridges before heading to the Radisson Edwardian in…
When STYLEetc met the ‘Queen of Bras’: Michelle Mone
Last week STYLEetc’s Anna-Louise headed over to Selfridges in the Trafford Centre to meet Ultimo founder Michelle Mone. The Scottish businesswoman, (known for Ultimo – her line of curve-enhancing underwear) talked tanning, planning and Louboutins as she explained more about her new and exciting range of self-tan, UTan. Find out all about her new…
Meet Jewellery Designer – Hannah Nuttall
STYLEetc searched all over Manchester for a young up and coming designer and we weren’t disappointed when we found a hiddem gem in the shape of bold jewellery pieces residing in Manchester’s emporium of eclecticism, Afflecks. Meet Hannah Nuttall… 1. What influences your jewellery designs? Where do you get your ideas? I love…
The Olympic Torch Arrives In Manchester..
The Olympic torch has finally made its way to Manchester. With a detailed journey to take, weaving through the streets of our beloved city, STYLEetc set out to meet one bearer, Claire Dixon, who shall be carrying the torch through Reedsholme to the city centre. Claire’s nomination story Claire’s dream was to…
Ex-England Footballer takes part in UK’s first LIVE HAIR TRANSPLANT BROADCAST
First of its kind to be streamed live in the UK Ex-England footballer, Michael Gray undergoes live surgery Real-time Q & A via Twitter Ex-England football player, Michael Gray, took part in the UK’s first live broadcast of hair transplant surgery on Monday, 11 June. Over 22,000 viewers tuned in from across…
A Royal Icon Portrayed By Helen Flanagan
Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan has been transformed in to a princess by an elite fashion team to commemorate the Castlefield Clinic’s 21st anniversary and the launch of its Face & Body 2012 campaign. In a series of sophisticated poses, Helen celebrates the nation’s patriotism during this Diamond Jubilee and Olympic year by producing her…
An Amazing Offer With Helen Nachintu “The Queen of Blouses”
STYLEetc are very excited to bring you an exclusive offer with Helen Nachintu “The Queen of Blouses” . For 3 days only you can claim a 15% discount off your stunning blouse through the site www.helennachintu.co.uk simply enter the code 15OFF at the checkout. And here is a little more of this fabulous new brand……….