The Body Shop Launch of the Earth Lovers Shower Gels

Today I headed on down to The Body shop launch of the Earth Lovers shower gels, the first ever 100% biodegradable shower gel range! They are infused with goodness and smell absolutely divine, I have to say I didn't have one favourite scent, it was more like I loved them all!  

They come in: Mint and Cucumber, Watermelon and Eucalyptus, Fig and Rosemary, Pear and Lemongrass and Apricot and Basil and at the very affordable price of £5.00 - Free from sulphates, colourants and parabens. 

For all the green fingered Goddesses out there you would have loved the herb garden section, where we were all given a choice of seeds to grow, I opted for the thyme seeds, to only find out later that it takes about 4 months to grow fully, I should have been smarter and opted for the mint seeds.

We were then treated to some tips from Eco Expert Donnachadh McCarthy on how to live a greener lifestyle, Mr McCarthy you taught me a few tricks, those will definitely be taken on board! 

The new collection is available from the 3rd of March. 

Nyla Sammons

Visit ECOLUXE during London Fashion Week

All buyers and press are invited to ECOLUXE during London Fashion Week at One Aldwych Hotel, with an amazing line of eco brands, promoting sustainable luxury from Jewellery and accessories to casualwear and bridal.  

Jose Hendo will be showcasing upcycled eveningwear while Ute Decker will be displaying their ethical, sculptural jewellery. Lingerie brand Kiss Me Deadly will also be showing for their third season at London Fashion Week. Ecoluxe is also launching The Textile and Apparel Apprenticeship Programme this year and beauty brand Aveda will have a pamper post during the event too!

As another added bonus Ed Vaizy, the Minister for Culture, shall be visiting the Ecoluxe showroom on Monday 21^st February and doing a photocall with press.

Where: Axis Rooms, One Aldwych Hotel, WC2B 4HR (opposite Somerset House)

When: 20^th and 21^st February 2011

Why: Promotion of fashion ecoluxury brands

Alanna Skelton

Stylish Wedge Wellies for a rainy day

Remember the snow before Christmas? Ok, silly question, I’m sure we all remember the manic atmosphere as transport failed us and we were left wandering the streets in less than practical footwear. Had I been wearing a pair of Slim Calf wedge wellies then maybe I could have at least been able to walk across the street without falling over. 
 
Did I mention that these aren’t just your average sensible footwear? Oh no, they are stylish too. They have a 2.5 inch wedge heel to add some extra height and glamour to your rainy days. And as they’re 100% waterproof you won’t be left with that horrible damp feeling between your toes. 
 
The wellies come in five different colours so there is plenty of choice too. The boots cost £45 and are available at fashion-conscience.com
 
Catherine May

One Day Only!

With London Fashion Week coming up quick you don’t want to miss out on this one-day designer sale taking up two whole floors at Craft Central. 

Over 40 contemporary UK designers (including shoe designer Hetty Rose) are discounting their prices up to 75% off retail prices! You can pick up some bargains such as shoes, baby shoes, wallets and clutch bags as cheap as £10. The designers will actually be there, making this a very special sale as they are allowing sneak previews of new work. Shop for Jewellery, fashion and accessories with free admission!

Where: Craft Central, 33-35 St John’s Square, London, EC1M 4DS

When: Tuesday 15^th February, 12pm – 7pm

Why: Sale on contemporary UK designers, jewellery, fashion and accessories with up to 75% discount on retail prices.

FREE ADMISSION 

Alanna Skelton

Ute Decker

Exciting times are upon us thanks to jewellery designers Ute Decker and Linnie Mclarty who have come together to show their unique designs in a pop-up shop on London’s distinctive Columbia Road.

Both designers have very different styles to their jewellery, however, what brings these two together is that they are the first to use certified Fairtrade gold in their creations.

Ute Decker’s brilliant sculptural designs will sit alongside Linnie Mclarty’s delicate, shell and flower like shapes as they take over a gallery space, which you can see and be the first to commission between 6th – 27th February. If you’re looking for that something extra special around Valentine’s Day then I recommend you take a look!

To see the designers’ beautiful collections go to
www.utedecker.com
www.linniemclarty.com

Learn more on Fairtrade gold at www.utedecker.com/ethical_jewellery.html

Alanna Skelton

Going Ga Ga for these designs!

7 T-shirts designed by Vivienne Westwood and 2 scarf designs in 100% pure silk designed by Liberty with a limited edition! Mark the launch of Red Nose day on the 18th march.

All manufactured by T.K.Maxx and with T-shirt prices starting at £5.99 for kids and £9.99 for adults with half the proceeds going to the charity, it’s a must-have!

The £12.99 Liberty scarf has prints, which have been sourced from their massive archives and have been modified to incorporate a red nose! They are fabulous! Bound to be a collectors item.

They are available both on line and in store now!

Amelia's Compendium of Fashion Illustration Launch

We were treated with an array of all things sweet and delicious from Lily Vanilli 

Blogger Susie Bubble joins in on the fun too! (Taken by Matt Bramford)

The very talented Illustrator Andrea starts another masterpiece

And yep you guessed it, it was me she was illustrating with watercolours!

Amelia signing copies :) (Taken by Matt Bramford)

I have always been a fan of Amelia's magazine and when I heard Amelia was releasing a new book, I knew getting a signed copy at the book launch was a must and what a Fab day it turned out to be. Packed full of creatives from fashion designers to photographers to journalists and bloggers to the most amazing illustrators, offering live illustrations.

Amelia's Compendium of Fashion Illustration, is packed full of the most amazing illustrations showcasing 50 ethical fashion designers, which include Prophetik, Edun, Minna, Goodone and one of my all time  favourites Hetty Rose!

Within 5 minutes of entering I got talking to illustrator Andrea who illustrated the book's front cove,r oh yes I had stumbled across some serious talent here and when she offered to do an illustration of me, like most girls I jumped to the chance.

And the finish product......... I love, love, love! and not only me... now my flat mate is chasing me to get Andrea to draw her too! fancy it too? check out Andrea's website and get in touch or you can always purchase one of her other amazing designs!

A huge congratulations to Amelia for producing another fantastic book, the book is avaliable now and at only £20.00 it's a bargain, ladies you are in for a treat!

Nyla Sammons