Pure London, the UK’s leading trade fashion buying event which returns to Olympia London on the 17th – 19th July 2022, has announced a trend agency partnership with international style agency Promostyl. Since 1966, Paris-based Promostyl has advised global businesses and brands with trend book fashion, brand strategy, and collection development, using societal, cultural, economic, artistic and technological evolutions and key markers to determine market and consumer trends and translate data into style concepts and trend reports. As Pure London’s exclusive Official Trend Agency Partner, Promostyl’s Artistic Director Sebastien Renault and Assistant Creative Director Malaika Ewande will deliver three trend…
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True Romance is already a live fan favourite and is a signature MØ track, which merges both grunge and pop, building through a melodic yet eery melody to a captivating chorus about finding joy amidst the chaos of life. The video is a live narration of the track, which showcases an authentic MØ performance that is full of genuine passion and punk energy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLooR4qrgJI She says; “True Romance was a song that I first started writing back in 2015. I got too busy during that time, so the song never came together but I’m grateful that some of my sweet…
The Royal Opera presents The Blue Woman – a new, political opera exploring the psychological aftermath of sexual violence experienced by women. Composed by Laura Bowler, directed by Katie Mitchell, and with a libretto by Laura Lomas, the work opens on Wednesday 6 July in the Linbury Theatre, and invites a conversation about how the art form deals with the topic of violence against women. Katie Mitchell says: ‘Laura Bowler and Laura Lomas have created an experimental new opera that brings content and the form together in a perfect and disturbing harmony. It’s a privilege to be involved in bringing their work…
For the first time since 2019, Frogmore House and Garden, the charming royal retreat set within Windsor Castle’s magnificent Home Park, will open to the public for three days as part of the annual charity garden open days. The three charities that will benefit from the proceeds of the open days in Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee year are the National Garden Scheme on 30 August, Mothers’ Union on 31 August, and Guide Dogs on 1 September. Built in the 17th century, Frogmore House became a royal residence in 1792 when it was purchased by Queen Charlotte, the wife…
A new exciting experience has started for the model and young actor who recently this year was able to work on the set of the blockbuster “House of Gucci”, it’s time for Alessandro to be on the set with the visionary and talented director Oliver Hirschbiegel who directed movies such as “Diana” with Naomi Watts and Naveen Andrews and for nominated for the Academy Award for “The Downfall” and won the Sundance Film Festival Directing Award, for – “Five Minutes of Heaven”. How was working with Oliver Hirschbiegel? I had the chance to listen as much as possible, and store…
Justin Cassin sets the tempo with a wealth of unforgettable styles and each contributes to the mood and character of the clothing. The soul of the design conveys the passion of the person wearing it and the spontaneous expression of style it represents. Wearing clothes well is an art form and there are no shortcuts to making great clothes. When something’s been made with care and skill there’s a beauty to it you can touch.Justin Cassin has created a concept and mood of relaxed masculinity, reinventing classic designs in an imaginative way. Every garment has a story to tell, the…
Wednesday 15th June – ‘When an abuser controls your finances, they control you’. Working closely with domestic abuse charity Hestia, and in support of the charity’s UK SAYS NO MORE campaign, HSBC UK has installed a live activation in London. Live today, passers-by will see a performer trying to escape ropes holding her back, acting as a powerful metaphor for the invisible strings of financial control some people experiencing domestic abuse face. With the performer attached to strings being “held” by a hand above her, her movements will be natural at first, allowing her to move a certain distance before…
All of us are much looking forward to Royal Ascot this June. The first full crowd for Royal Ascot for 3 years. This year, what is shaping up to be a memorable Royal Meeting in this unique Platinum Jubilee year, the previously named Diamond Jubilee Stakes becomes the Platinum Jubilee Stakes. The monarch attended her first Royal Ascot in 1946, and since then it’s been an integral part of Royal calendar. Royal Ascot known not just for its horse races but also the splendid drama of millenary and fashion. Many designers doing a exclusive range for the Royal Ascot adhering…
[New York, NY – June 10, 2022] House of Iona/RCA Records releases Austin Butler’s version of the Elvis classic “Trouble” from the ELVIS Original Motion Picture Soundtrack – click here to listen. Butler plays the title role in Baz Luhrmann’s forthcoming film ELVIS, which will be out in theaters the same date as the soundtrack release on June 24th, the pre-order/pre-save for the soundtrack is available now – click here. Previously, Swae Lee & Diplo dropped the single “Tupelo Shuffle” featuring Gary Clark Jr. (who plays Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup in the film) and Austin Butler (who give voice to Elvis Presley on the track) – click here to listen. Named after Tupelo, Mississippi, “Tupelo Shuffle” holds great significance to both Swae Lee and Diplo as it’s not only both of their hometowns, but the…
What: Adam Baidawi, Head of Editorial Content, British GQ & Deputy Global Editorial Director, GQ; Caroline Rush Chief Executive, British Fashion Council and Kim Jones Artistic Director, Dior Men & Fendi, hosted a cocktail to celebrate Nicholas Daley, winner of the BFC/GQ Designer Fashion Fund 2022. Where: 8 at The Londoner, 38 Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7DX, United Kingdom When: Wednesday 13th June 2022 Who: Adam Baidawi, Bianca Saunders, Benji Park, Brett & Scott Staniland, Caroline Rush, Che Lingo, Declan Chan, Elfie Reigate, Eric Underwood, Fodoy Dumbuya, Joshua Kane, Kadeem Ramsay, Kim Jones, Laura Yeomans, Leah Abbott, Michael Dapaah, Nicholas…