EMERGING DESIGNER SHOWCASE: BROWNSCOURTROOM

The Landmark building, Browns Courtrooms, in Covent Garden will host the LGN Events Emerging designer showcase this September during London Fashion Week. Taking place on 19 September 2011, the fashion showcase will consist of a Catwalk Presentation showcasing a selection of some of the best emerging fashion talent out there...read on to find out who will be showcasing :)

Q by JIN JOO MA
London College of Fashion alumni, Jin Joo Ma presented her quirky yet wearable debut collection for the first time during London Fashion Week last season. Employing jersey, chunky knitwear and glitter panelling into her designs, Jin took inspiration from her MA pieces to create a more street-style friendly line.
Her work has been featured in a number of prestigious fashion publications which include Dazed Digital and Style Bubble.
This season sees her return to London Fashion Week for the second season with another spectacular collection.

http://jinjoo-ma.com

ZAbyZerrinAkinci

ZAbyZeeinAkinci is a North Cypriot based womenswear label by Independent designer Zerrin Akinci.
After completing her BA in PR, MA in Marketing Communications and 3 years of experience in trade marketing, Zerrin decided to follow her childhood dream and head over to the U.S to study Fashion Design.

Zerrin's culturally inspired lines use beautifully fitted materials like silk and describes her collections as having 'character'.

Ghori RTW by Azim Khan

London based Karachi born designer Azim Khan will be showcasing his innovative ready to wear womenswear collection. His pieces are based on modern western styles with a touch of traditional eastern work, offering women a diverse range and unique identity.

Having excelled in his academia, Khan is set to stun his audiences with his presentation during London Fashion Week by offering a distinctive blend of his heritage, influences and studies.

www.princefashion.co.uk

Stency Kidega

Award winning emerging womenswear designer, Stency Kidega is a luxury fashion brand launched in 2011. Her pieces comprise of amazing tailored and more casual wear which are timeless, unique and sophisticated. This rising design talent studied at the University of the Creative Arts Epsom where she showcased her final year collection at Graduate Fashion Week in 2010. Her inspiration comes from her interests and objects mostly mechanical, which is evident through her pattern manipulations.

www.stencykidega.com

Obscure Couture

Obscure Couture was launch by Glasgow based design duo Jennifer Coyle and Lyndsay Pagan.
Founded in 2010, this womenswear label focuses on creating street/stage wear for the “introverted extrovert!” . The label is aimed at strong and confident women who are not ashamed of who she is and projects her image out for everyone to see. A woman who wants to be different, and stand out from the crowd appreciating beautifully made pieces in luxurious fabrics.

http://www.obscure-couture.com/

Any bloggers, journalists or reporters wishing to preview any of the designers' work on their websites or publications should contact joy@lagenevenorth.co.uk . All press release, guestlist and photo enquiries should also be directed to this address.
W: www.lgn-events.co.uk

BLOGGERS LONDON FASHION WEEK COMPETITION!!!

To celebrate the 6th Season of the ‘A La Mode’ London Fashion Week shows, the team here at LGN Events are offering one lucky blogger the chance to win an access all areas pass to the flagship off-schedule London Fashion Week event. Showcasing the most vibrant, talented and exciting up and coming designers from around the world, the A La Mode show will take place at the beautiful, luxurious Charing Cross Hotel, Strand on 16th-17th September 2011.

The lip-smackingly sumptuous prize includes:

- An access-all-areas pass to the event for 1 night for you and 1 friend including the opportunity to head backstage and interview designers, stylists, models and hair and makeup teams

- A bottle of Champagne to top off your evening - VIP Goody bags*

- Front row seats**

To win this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to write some amazing pieces for your blog, experience the glitz and glamour of London Fashion Week, and mingle with some amazing and highly influential fashion people, just head on over to the LGN Events website ( www.lgn-events.co.uk ), choose 3 or more of your favourite designers (under the events tab)exhibiting this season and write a blog about them. Simple! When you have written and published your entry on your blog, send a link to joy@lagenevenorth.co.uk to confirm your entry in the competition. The expert team at LGN will review all entries over the weekend after the closing date and announce the winning blogger by Friday 9th September 2011.

So what are you waiting for? GET WRITING!!

Terms and Conditions:

- All entries must be received by Joy at the email address stated by 5pm on Friday 9th September 2011.

- Entrants will be judged by the expert team at LGN and the winner will be announced on Saturday 10th September 2011.

* - While stocks last

** - Winner must arrive early to claim front row seats - No travel costs or London accommodation are covered by this prize so please ensure you will be able to fund the trip and travel there yourself.

- The event will take place on Friday 16th-Saturday 17th September 2011 as part of London Fashion Week. Doors open at 7.30pm each night and the show should end at around 10.30pm.

- This competition is open to residents of the United Kingdom who are aged 18 or over.

For more info on the showcasing designers visit http://www.lgn-events.co.uk/#/events/4546766886

Beauty Product of the Week: MÓA – THE GREEN BALM

Móa is a modern day miracle!

Bursting with organic yarrow and a medley of other naturally delectable goodies, a handy little pot of Móa – The Green Balm has so many weird and wonderful uses that you’ll just go balm-y over its benefits!

Móa’s astonishingly versatile formulation soothes, nourishes and renews itchy, dry skin conditions; fades stretch marks after pregnancy; treats bumps, bites and grazes in an instant and works wonders as an aftershave balm or facial cleanser. Kiss goodbye to chapped lips and cold sores, and seek solace from that dreaded sore throat with a spoonful dissolved in water.
In fact, smudge it, smear it and spread it wherever you wish for a truly skin-saving, multi-tasking treat!

Renowned for its restorative properties, yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is named after the brave Greek hero Achilles, who used it to heal his soldiers’ wounds after battle during the Trojan War.

By the 19^th Century, yarrow was said to have the greatest healing potential of any known herb, and historically has been used to treat all manner of ailments from inflammation to influenza, headaches to high blood pressure and almost everything in between.

With no nasties or fillers, just overflowing with lovely, wholesome natural ingredients that are suitable for the whole family, even those with the most sensitive of skin, Móa blends the healing properties of organic yarrow with tea tree oil (nature’s most powerful antiseptic), beeswax, and the oils of coconut, sweet almond and soya bean to help nurture and protect.

Móa – The Green Balm…

- 100% natural

- Contains 100% organic herbs, with concentrated active ingredients

- Is free from chemicals, artificial preservatives, perfumes, alcohols, parabens and lanolin

- Is 100% vegetarian and never tested on animals

All this goodness crammed into one place. Keep Móa handy to tackle any little crisis – it is nature’s miracle in a pot!

Móa – The Green Balm costs £9.99 (RRP) for 50ml and £4.99 (RRP) for MiniMóa, the 15ml handbag sized version, and is available from all good health food stores. For further information and to buy online, visit www.thegreenbalm.com.

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An opportunity for all to experience Luxury and Style during London Fashion Week

Join the Fashion Elite during London Fashion Week as the LGN Events ( www.lgn-events.co.uk ) Spectacular ‘A La Mode’ Catwalk show will once again return to London Fashion Week in September 2011, to showcase the new collections of a selection of outstanding independent designers over 2 nights.

LGN Events have released a limited number of tickets for the public to purchase to join this prestigious London Fashion Week Show, which will take place at the Luxurious Charing Cross Hotel.

Elegant and cosmopolitan, Guoman’s four star Charing Cross is the ideal base for a girly shopping weekend with Oxford Street just a ten minute walk away.

The Spring/Summer ’A La Mode’ line-up sees a number of diverse brands return to showcase in addition to some exceptional new comers. Brands showcasing on the first day, Friday 16 September include Malam, Anniss, Omar Mansoor, Nad Lynski, Alja Slemensek and Bint Thani. Brands showcasing on the second day, Saturday 17 September include Luna Sky, Dina Said, Sana Sabini, Cristina Cernei, Yu:I&Me, Monsura Boutique and Ghori by Azim Khan.

Standard tickets are available to purchase via the LGN Events website at a mere £20 each which includes a Champagne reception and exclusive goody bag. Last season saw both first and second day consumer tickets sell out and the same is anticipated this year, therefore is advised to book tickets early. V.I.P tickets are also available to purchase which guarantees guests Front Row seats and some fabulous beauty treatments to indulge in.

LGN Events have been featured in a number of prominent publications and media outlets such as Cosmopolitan, The Independent , Glam Media, Sky and Channel 4, just to name a few. Previous event sponsors include worldwide recognised brands such as Dermalogica, Yonka, Quick Energy, collection 2000, Perrier Water and Hush Puppies.

Offering a vibrant and exciting atmosphere and a chance to discover new brands, the shows will take place on 16-17 September from 7.30pm.

Limited public tickets are available to purchase directly via the following link: https://express.iristickets.co.uk/k?lageneve

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For all other enquiries please email joy@lagenevenorth.co.uk

For other info please visit www.lgn-events.co.uk

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A LA MODE Tickets are now on sale...

A VERY LIMITED number of tickets are available to purchase for fashion enthusiasts to attend the exciting two night event in September 2011's SS12 London Fashion Week. Showcasing a smorgasbord of edgy emerging designers from around the world, the A La Mode show hosted by LGN Events ( www.lgn-events.co.uk ) is fast becoming the go-to show for tomorrows next big name in fashion. Previously launching designers such as Amato Couture (Who also designed a range for Supermodel Heidi Klum), Jonathan Liang (Malaysia's Award Winning 'Most Promising designer') and Valery Kovalska into the London spotlight, this season is one not to be missed.

ABOVE: Previous Designers and guests at the off schedule London Fashion Week Show - A LA MODE

For your ticket to London Fashion Week's hottest show, Click on the link below (this ad also appears on my blog as a banner ad...spread the word!) Tickets will sell out FAST so don't hang about!

Perfume Shop Press Day

So last Thursday I headed down to the Perfume Shop Press day to view their amazing Christmas range and meet the team.

I can’t believe how much the perfume shop has actually evolved!! It has become a household brand and no longer considered as that ‘Discount Retailer’. I always saw it as the ‘Budget perfume shop’ but those days are long gone! I mean don’t get me wrong, their prices are still very competitive , however I don’t ever recall finding ‘Chanel’ or ‘Gucci’ being sold at the ‘Old Perfume Shop’ should I say. It’s interesting how you notice the evolution of brands over time.

I went through the range and tested out the scents of some of the brands they carry. It was simply perfume Heaven :) I also fell in love with Theirry Mugler once again (I mean can you blame me?) It’s just one of those scents that you always come back to, such a classic!


I also got to try out the new DKNY ‘Apple’ branded 'Delicious' perfumes. The Mango one really smells like Mango. The smells are really sweet and I think are great for the Spring/Summer season.


I also made some notes on what are some of their must buy’s this season and have listed it below, especially seen as people starting tweeting me and messaging me on what fragrance they should opt for as soon as I mentioned I was at the Perfume Shop press day on Twitter! That’s the power of 1 tweet!!!! (makes unbelievable face).

Reb’l Fleur by Rihanna EDP 50ml TPS Price £29.50
Rihanna’s debut scent is every bit as powerful and dramatic as the rebellious
R&B diva herself. A sizzling cocktail of scent, Reb’l Fleur by Rihanna embodies
the Barbadian beauty in every way. Top notes of rich, red berries, ripe peaches
and purple plums burst into a heart of tropical Hawaiian hibiscus flowers and
smooth coconut water that in turn spill over onto a dreamy base of musk and
vanilla. The captivating scent is encased in an ultimately glamorous and unique
bottle inspired by a stilleto heel, the shoe of choice for the lady herself and is
available online and in store at The Perfume Shop from 27th July.

Britney Spears Cosmic Radiance EDT 50ml RRP £29.00

Not just a one trick pony, our favourite princess of pop Britney Spears has a
scent for every occasion. Her latest creation, Cosmic Radiance, available from
25th August, joins her stunning collection including Fantasy, Midnight Fantasy,
Believe and Radiance to make sure that there is a perfume to suit every girl.
Inspired by the idea of luminous sensuality, Cosmic Radiance reflects the
energy and beauty of women everywhere. Notes of amber, sandalwood and
liquid vanilla combine to create a scent cocktail that is a must-have for bold,
confident and empowered women everywhere!

House of Chanel

From legends like Marilyn Monroe to modern day heroines like Keira Knightly,
The House of Chanel always exudes radiance and beauty. Chanel No.5 (EDP
50ml TPS price £59.99) was introduced in 1921 and is still a favourite today
with tonka bean, patchouli and vetiver notes. For the younger Chanel fan,
Coco Mademoiselle (EDP 50ml TPS price £59.99) perfectly combines oriental
fresh notes with a floral jasmine-rose accord. Some scents are timeless -
Allure Homme Sport (EDT 50ml TPS price £42.50) combines contemporary
class with the iconic brand heritage. With notes of lavender and grapefruit this
fragrance is perfect for a guy that is both active and stylish.

Valentino, Valentina For Her EDP 50ml RRP £55.00
Fresh from the Valentino collection and the latest of the autumnal fragrances
from this iconic fashion house, Valentina Valentino is available at The Perfume
Shop nationwide from 3rd October and is the perfect scent for those
fashionistas who like to be in the know and want to smell divine. The flirty,
feisty and fun fragrance is an oriental floral scent with top notes of fresh
bergamot and alba truffle. Blends of fruity orange flower and jasmine
highlight the heart notes, while the base contains cedarwood and warm notes
of vanilla. The glamorous signature scent is a fresh sparkle of seduction and an
ideal choice for those women who empower femininity

Must have gift sets!



Thierry Mugler, Alien For Her Giftset RRP £39.50; Thierry Mugler, Angel For Her Giftset RRP £41.50 Perfect for a floral fragrance fan, the Alien giftset includes an EDP spray 30ml, shower gel
30ml and body cream 15ml for only £39.50. For those with a sweet tooth, opt for Thierry
Mugler’s Angel giftset, which includes an EDP spray 25ml, body lotion 30ml and shower
gel 30ml for £41.50.

Marc Jacobs, Daisy For Her Giftset RRP £46.50 For the fashionista, Marc Jacobs Daisy is the perfect accessory! Get hold of the giftset
including the EDT spray 50ml, body lotion 75ml and shower gel 75ml for £46.50. The
ideal gift for a posey princess!

Davidoff, Cool Water For Him Giftset RRP £21.50 For the smooth operator, it’s got to be Davidoff, Cool Water exclusive to The Perfume
Shop. A suave EDT spray 40ml, shower gel 50ml and aftershave balm 50ml giftset for
£21.50.

All of them can be purchased at The Perfume Shop making shopping for Christmas presents so much easier! Visit: www.theperfumeshop.com

Let me know if you get any of these or want more info on any of them.

Enjoy!

Bisous xX