Una from The Saturdays is a 'Bride at Work'
Pop princess, Una Healy from The Saturdays is supporting the National Wedding Show charity initiative - Brides at Work in aid of Breakthrough Breast Cancer by sporting the official Diamon'T 'Brides at Work' t-shirt.
The limited edition designer t-shirt that holds the distinct 'Brides at Work' logo embellished on the front in dazzling diamante, is a truly glitzy item of clothing to wear with pride on the 17th September in support of this great charity event.
Una, who is a key member of the ever popular girl group The Saturdays tweeted about her new purchase and is said to be planning to get involved on September 17th to raise vital funds and awareness for the charity.
Brides at Work is open to all and we encourage everyone to get involved, no matter when the wedding took place or indeed if it is more of a work in progress or a distant dream.... brides, grooms, bridesmaids, mothers of the bride and maid of honours are all invited to take part. For those who don't feel quite up to wearing a wedding dress, there are plenty of other options available so there is no excuse not to get involved!
Whatever your fundraising activity, however you get involved - sign up now for your registration pack by visiting
http://breakthrough.org.uk/get_involved/raise_money/brides_at_work/
Posted: 7 September 2010
New bridal designs from Gemini Jewellery
Their vintage styled hair bands with a stunning crystal side piece will glam up any daytime look that can translate effortlessly into party mode.
These elegant hair slides give a classic, sophisticated look for a special occasion.Match with their stunning range of cocktail rings and the look is complete!
Available in a huge range of styles and colours, priced from £12.
Posted: 1 September 2010
Win your stock order
All orders placed at Harrogate during the BBEH ,show on stand C27/36 will be placed in a 'hat' and drawn on Tuesday the 14th September. The lucky winning shop will receive their chosen order FREE plus 10% off all repeat orders for the season(until 1st March 2011).
The company will also be extending its very popular show offer of 'buy any 8 dresses and receive the 9th dress free' (lowest price dress free). Also any store participating in this offer will receive 50% off of the 'Always' trim packages.
For more information or to book an appointment call Michele on +44 (0)1909 774 471.
Posted: 31 August 2010
Kimberley Selwood gets ready for IJL
Award-winning jewellery designer, Kimberley Selwood, will be presenting her lastest offering at International Jewellery London. The new collection is called Baroque and takes inspiration from the striking architecture and design Kimberley witnessed on her trips to Havana and Barcelona earlier this year.
This statement collection combines extravagance with romance and includes earrings, piercing pendants, drop necklaces and cuffs. Each of the pieces feature an intricate Baroque scroll pattern, overlayed textures and flower accents. RRPs range from £155 to £895.
For more information visit Kimberley at IJL on stand D29 or visit the website www.kimberleydesigns.co.uk
Posted: 27 August 2010
Justine Horrocks prepares for BBEH
Justine Horrocks will be showcasing her beautiful collection of bridal coats on stand 18 in the Designer Hall this September.
Pictured here is Tjasa, a full length coat with chapel train and a striking full hood fastened with Swarovski crystal buttons, adding a pleated effect.
Also on display at BBEH will be 'Sofi', a full length deluxe silk supreme coat with generous cathedral train, rouched collar, cuffs and gorgeous detachable sash.
For further information, telephone +44 (0)7930 166 761 or visit www.justinehorrocks.co.uk.
Posted: 23 August 2010
In the Pink!
Rachel Simpson, designer of vintage inspired bridal and occasion shoes, is redesigning a classic shoe from her collection to raise money and awareness for a charity supporting women with breast cancer.
Breakthrough Breast Cancer, synonymous for its pink ribbon, is working with the National Wedding Show and some of its exhibitors this year, of which Rachel Simpson Shoes is one. Rachel is taking the opportunity to do something very special for 150 lucky customers and raise money for this fantastic charity.
Mimi, a favourite amongst Rachel Simpson clients is being given a pink makeover especially for the Breakthrough Breast Cancer campaign which launches with a special 'Brides at Work' initiative on 17th September.
150 pairs of limited edition Mimi, produced in Fuchsia Pink Satin with metallic champagne leather trim and the Breakthrough logo embossed on the soles, will be sold in aid of Breakthrough Breast Cancer, in conjunction with the National Wedding Shows in October.
Over 46,000 women are diagnosed with Breast Cancer every year in the UK and money raised from the sale of Mimi Fuchsia Pink will be given to the charity that is dedicated to saving lives and changing futures through research, campaigning and education.
These stunning limited edition shoes will be available exclusively online at www.rachelsimpsonshoes.co.uk from 1st October, and with only 150 pairs available they're sure to go like hot (pink) cakes.
Posted: 23 August 2010
The Essential Collection 2011 launches
Taking place in the centre of England from 17th-19th July 2011 at the prestigious home of the Royal Agricultural Society, Stoneleigh Park, The Essential Collection lies at the heart of the buying season.
The Essential Collection is the right show, in the right location, at the right time and offers you a genuine and attractive alternative to the status quo.
To find out more, call Charlotte Nicholls on +44 (0)1376 535612 or visit our website
www.theessentialcollection2011.com
Posted: 19 August 2010
Daryl Willcox advises on website design
Business websites don't need to be "award-winning works of art", according to the founder and chairman of Daryl Willcox Publishing, a company which helps SMEs raise their media profile.
In the latest podcast of a series entitled 'How to market your business on a shoestring', ex-journalist and PR expert Daryl Willcox explains the importance of SMEs developing an online presence.
"Your website doesn't need to be an award-winning work of art - it just needs a few fundamental basic pieces of information," said Willcox. "Having a decent internet presence will mean you are more likely to come up and appear in search results and therefore draw in more potential customers.
"People who do this well get fantastic results. For small businesses with limited budgets it's a really fantastic way to grow your business without making a massive investment."
In the podcast Willcox emphasises the importance of good relevant content for customers as well as explaining the principles behind search engine optimisation and the need for clear contact details.
The podcast can be heard atwww.dwpub.com/smallbusiness - an online advice hub set up by Daryl Willcox Publishing to help budget-conscious small businesses with their PR and marketing.
The hub offers free tips and advice such as a 'how to' guides on writing and distributing press releases.
Posted: 18 August 2010
Confetti falls into administration
The UK's leading retail and online wedding and celebrations supplies business, Confetti*, has been placed in administration.
The Manchester-based business was founded in 1999 and expanded across the UK with five high street stores**, a mail order division and the launch of the market-leading website
www.confetti.co.uk.
Confetti provides an extensive range of essential supplies for weddings and celebrations, ranging from invitations and wedding dresses through to venue hire, gifts and insurance.
The website receives nearly 8 million hits a month and won the 'Best Wedding Website' category in the BT Online Excellence Awards. With a turnover of c£5.7m, the company employed 94 staff.
The administrators, RSM Tenon, announced an urgent search for a buyer and that an early closing date for offers has been set for 5pm on Monday 23rd August. RSM Tenon has moved quickly to close the five stores in order to focus on the established online business.
Joint administrator Kenny Craig, Director with RSM Tenon in Glasgow, said: "Confetti is a very high profile market leading online brand and enjoys a large customer base. The business has great potential for further development and the administration presents an outstanding opportunity for a retail business or entrepreneur to acquire an immediate presence in the wedding and celebrations market. We would urge interested parties to make contact in the next day or two to ensure they have a chance to bid for the business."
A total of 46 jobs are being retained to support the online business and provide key administrative services.
Interested parties should contact the Recovery Team within the Edinburgh office of RSM Tenon on 0131 221 8820.
*Confetti was a subsidiary of CWIO, which was owned by Metro Holdings Ltd.
** Stores in Glasgow, Leeds, Birmingham, Reading, London
Posted: 17 August 2010
Richard Designs report strong sales at Moda
Richard Designs are pleased to report sales up a huge 35% from the previous Moda show. The stand was decorated with outfits lent to Richard Designs by some of their customers, which were then colour matched to the hats, and displayed on mannequins.
"We were really pleased that many of our existing customers chose us as their main supplier for the coming season, as well as attracting new customers," says Louise Dicks. "Overall, we were 35% up on sales from last show, so we are confident that we now have a well-established position in the occasion wear market, with a reputation for quality and innovative designs."
For further information on Richard Designs, simply visit
www.richard-designs.com. Aside from containing images of all collections, the website also contains a blog which is updated twice a week. The Boutique collection can be viewed at
www.richarddesigns-boutique.com
Posted: 17 August 2010