I feel like I’m writing these posts more and more regularly (I’m probably saying that each time too š)
But last week the press launch for the 24th season of west coast cooler FASHIONWEEK kicked off at the divine bullit hotel.
Now I’ve adapted to summer being over I am full steam ahead ready for autumn. The layering and sherling jackets are calling my name.
The now iconic event, which is firmly fixed in the social calendar, will see four days of fantastic fashion from 26-29 October with the main runway shows taking place at a new home in St. Anneās Cathedral – meaning longer catwalks, more space and lots of interesting backdrops for photos – both of the fashion on the runway and of the guests in their stylish looks.
Let’s take a look of some trends that we were giving a sneak peak of last week that you need to look out for.
Red
Shearling
Space
Suits
Ruffles
All of these looks were to die for and I cannot wait to see them all and more in the flesh! As well as the runway shows at St Anneās, there will also be the popular weekend events, including Sushi Saturday at Zen, Style Sunday and a new āF Wordsā brunch on the rooftop at Bullitt, featuring speakers including Tiffany Brien, Kim Constable, Maria Rafferty and āGluten Free Fiā talking Fashion, Fitness, Food & being Female. ( if this doesn’t have my name all over it then I don’t even know š¤·š»āāļø)
Shows will include collections from several boutiques including Ruby 67, Cameo, Lisaās Attic and In Chlomo as well as staples Jourdan, Blush and Spoilt Belle. Designers Angela Sloan and AKANI are among newcomers on the local design radar. The high street show will open with a fantastic collection of lingerie by Victoria Squareās Boux Avenue as well as a Debenhamsā Designers at Debenhams showcase, including some special pieces from Julien McDonald, Henry Holland and John Rocha. And after some affordable fashion by George, the style team will also show the top picks from the very best of online and the high street including TopShop, Zara, ASOS & Boohoo as well as French Connection, Oasis, Jigsaw & Karen Millen, among others. Finally, this season, family will come first as there will also be childrenswear from DIGG Fashion in Dungannon, Bluebird in Ballymena and Bambinos in Donegal.
William Morris eyewear āSpecs Appealā will be there with a pop up, where style spotters will seek out the best dressed guests, whoāll win sunglasses and eyewear. I was kindly gifted a fabulous pair at the launch which I’m sure will make another appearance over FASHIONWEEK.
So if you haven’t already went to this must see fashionable event over the last 24 seasons (where have you been though? š¤) now is this time as it’s set to be the biggest and best yet! All info can be found at www.belfastfashionweek.com and here is a full schedule of the shows
THURSDAY 26 October, 8.00PM – DESIGNER BOUTIQUES AND LOCAL DESIGNERS. Tickets priced at Ā£20 or Ā£30 for FROW available from 028 9024 6609 or via links on http://www.belfastfashionweek.com
FRIDAY 27 October, 8.00PM – HIGH STREET. Tickets priced at Ā£20 or Ā£30 for FROW available from 028 9024 6609 or via links on http://www.belfastfashionweek.com
SATURDAY 28 October, 10am-midday The F Words ā Fashion, Fitness & Food Brunch with Tiffany Brien, Kim Constable, Maria Rafferty āThe Hormone Health Coachā and āGluten Free Fiā. Price = Ā£29pp
SATURDAY 28 October, 2.00-5.00pm – SUSHI SATURDAY āThe Directorās Cutā at ZEN. Generous Asian afternoon tea with West Coast Cooler cocktails on arrival. To book, call 02890421509 Price = Ā£35pp.
SUNDAY 29 October, 2.00-5.00pm – STYLE SUNDAY in support of Action Cancer at James Street South. To book call 028 90421509 Price = Ā£45pp
I’ll see you there gals!
Speak soon,
Lotsa love
AG xxo
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