French Connection, the fashion clothing designers, has announced the arrival of its first ever babywear range.

The capsule range which is being launched as fc:baby will include designs for both genders and will be available in five sizes: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-9 months, 9-12 months and 12-18 months. The new baby clothes collection will be available f r o m the end of August in select London and Manchester stores as well as f r o mthe French Connection website.

The new french connection babywear range will feature all in ones and full length bodysuits as well as bodysuits, tops, bottoms and hats all made in soft jersey for both style and comfort.

For the boys, the clothing comes in an understated palette of traditional blue or the option to go grey or white. Girls - as well as having the obligatory pink and purple clothes to choose f r o m- can also take their pick f r o m navy and white options.

Plain designs are also available for parents who want to give their baby a more discreet look, while star print pyjama tops can be paired with stripy trousers to give an alternative funkier look for infants who want to make an impression. Sleep suits with drawstring bottoms or elasticated waists and retro button-up detailing will be available in toned down stripes or bold and kitsch flower prints in crimson or grey.

In keeping with the classical designs, the fc:baby collection will also offer tops with thin horizontal stripes for boys and polka dot patterns for the girls for a timeless day wear look, along with stuffed toy rabbits in prints and fabrics f r o m the range.

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Designs by leading contemporary jeweler, J.R. Yates were on display at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week held recently in New York. J.R. Yates signature designs were featured in the “Untapped Fashion & Music” show, which helps emerging designers and musicians showcase their work at major fashion events around the country. The event was held from 8-11 p.m., Sept. 12 at the Time Hotel on W. 49th Street. The after party was held at Greenhouse, a locally renowned lounge.

“As a frontrunner in fashionable contemporary jewelry, we are privileged to showcase our designs at this event, alongside our fellow artists and artisans,” said Ron Yates, founder, J.R. Yates. “In addition to the opportunity to display our jewelry, we were able to show our support for up-and-coming clothing designers, who will continue to shape the future of the industry.”

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is a semi-annual industry event showcasing the latest designs from major fashion houses such as Calvin Klein, Vera Wang and Isaac Mizrahi. Untapped Fashion & Music was attended by contestants from both MTV’s “The Real World,” and “America’s Next Top Model,” and Kristen Dalton, Miss USA 2009, the event was attended by leading celebrity and fashion publications such as Glamour, Village Voice, US Weekly, Vogue and People magazine.

About J.R. Yates
J.R. Yates has been in the jewelry design business for more than 20 years. Designing from his studio in northern California, his attention-grabbing designs in precious and contemporary metals incorporate the latest European couture sensibilities with state-of-the-art innovations in metallurgy. For more information, please visit www.jryates.com. To purchase J.R. Yates, visit www.titanium-jewelry.com.

About Titanium-Jewelry.com
Titanium-Jewelry.com provides a wide selection of titanium rings, tungsten rings, men’s watches and black titanium jewelry uniquely styled for men and women. Experts in modern men’s jewelry, men’s wedding bands and modern metals jewelry, Titanium-Jewelry.com leads the industry in contemporary jewelry fashions. For more information, please visit www.Titanium-Jewelry.com.

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Women’s fashion brand Roman Originals have launched a new women’s underwear collection in collaboration with fashion guru’s Trinny and Susannah and fashion brand Sloggi. What’s more, Roman Original is also offering a further free delivery service for those customers that spend £45 or more.

Roman Originals have launched a new range of flattering and affordable women’s underwear. Their knickers come in a variety of luxurious soft to the touch mixed fabrics and a selection of soft to vibrant colours. Both comfort and flattery are qualities that are at the forefront of the new Roman Original underwear designs.

The new womens underwear collections are available in an array of styles, colours and sizes. These women’s underwear ranges focus on accentuating the female form and importantly, supporting the body fully and comfortably at all times. All of Roman Originals underwear is designed with figure improving and supporting qualities. Consequently, the new underwear will boost confidence not matter a females shape or sizes. In particular, the unique and exclusive range of ‘Magic knickers’ and ‘Control Thongs’ designed by fashion guru’s Trinny and Susannah are said to flatten the stomach, synch in the waist, slim the thighs and lift the bum. As a result, women nationwide are set to look and feel fabulous when they sport Roman Originals underwear.

Roman Originals offers this new beautiful range of womens underwear at very affordable prices. Their wonderful women’s underwear ranges consist of underwear sets in soft and comfortable cotton mix fabrics. All of the women’s underwear sets are designed with comfort, practicality and most importantly, flattery in mind. Roman Originals has brought quality clothing to the high street for over 50 years now. Roman Originals listen to their customers, especially during this current economic climate. This progression means that the all clothing, even the underwear ranges continue to be of the highest quality at entirely affordable prices. The underwear provided is designed with women of all ages and sizes in mind. With all of this taken into consideration, customers are returning time and time again with confidence in the longevity of style and standard of their purchases.

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In an effort to brighten the economic outlook of the recently engaged brides that have lost their job in the last 90 days and are looking for a job but do not want to postpone their special day.

The idea to give dresses to struggling brides came to South as she inventoried her beautiful selection of gowns in the 11,000-square-feet wedding center. She found that many designer sample gowns – some that had cost as much as $3,000. South thought, “What a shame that these gowns couldn’t be used by someone in need.”

Dresses in a variety of sizes f r o m designers Amsale, Jim Hjelm, Rena Kohl, Bellisima, Allure, Jacqueline’s, Pronovias and Maggie Sottero are included in the giveaway.

Patricia South is offering select designer wedding gowns f r o m her stock to deserving brides struggling to afford the wedding of their dreams, on Wednesday and Thursday October 7, 8 and 14, 15, f r o m 4-8 P.M. to deserving brides struggling to afford the wedding of their dreams.

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Based on the success of the last collection the iconic burlesque dancer Dita Von Teese has returned to the drawing board to create a second line for Wonderbra, and House of Fraser was the first online retailer to stock the collection.

The designer bras collection launched at House of Fraser on 11 September and is titled the ‘Party Edition’.

Speaking about her inspiration for the line, Dita said: “I wanted to re-invent the existing collection for a few reasons, one being that I love it so much myself, and I was so happy with the execution of the new bra shapes Wonderbra made for me, that I kept fantasizing about having it in other colours and fabrics.”

The Sparkle Teese lingerie is sure to excite customers, with its combination of sequins, tulle and ruby red tassles. Designed to provide sexy yet sophisticated styling, the Sparkle Teese is available in a cleavage and balcony bra, brief and thong bottoms and matching suspender belt.

The Satine Teese lingerie has been created to provide pure silver screen glamour. The line comes in two shades of a fiery red satin and a delicate mauve with a sensual lace trim. The Satine Teese introduces the shaping high suspender to exaggerate curves and sits alongside a matching cleavage bra, thong and brief.

Wonderbra lingerie continues to have a strong following, thanks to its range of designs, in particular their bestselling Wonderbra Strapless bra as well as a variety of different underwired bras. From one icon to another, Wonderbra by Dita Von Teese is a fabulous addition to the House of Fraser lingerie collections. Both in store and online shoppers can find a whole host of brands including Elle MacPherson intimates, Freya, Calvin Klein and DKNY. Dita Von Teese’s ‘Party Edition’ Wonderbra range can be purchased from House of Fraser stores and online.

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The landmark collection, which is 39 pieces strong, will be the largest Topshop Boutique collection with a designer to date.

Echoing his AW09 collection Kane’s fusion of manmade embellishments creates a subversive look. Body conscious pieces in fine black gauze form the back bone of the collection and are embellished with mirrors and eyelets. This adornment features on several pieces including 50s inspired briefs which are high waisted and worn as outerwear, slim fitting leggings, a slick long sleeved dress and a high necked body with cap sleeves.

Simple garments are given an element of luxury; a black cotton shirt buttons-up to the collar to expose oversized black gems covering the neckline, a white T-shirt dress features several rows of oversized white opaque gems around the neck, sleeves and hem of the dress. Evening dresses and camisoles have a deep V to accentuate the décolletage and feature oversized jewels around the neckline. A heavy black jersey scarf is adorned with gems along the perimeter updating a winter essential.

For this collection Christopher Kane also debuts a footwear and accessories collection creating pieces which are suitably both modern and romantic. Slouch leather pouch bags are oversized and can be worn with a cross body strap, covered entirely with tiny mirrors, the bag features two large leather tassels which hang from the base of the pouch.

Rachael Proud, senior buyer for Topshop said: “What Christopher Kane has done with this collection is a really new thing for Topshop – in both the size of the range and the production of it. It’s such high spec, such high quality and I really think if you saw it on a catwalk at London Fashion Week it wouldn’t look out of place. It’s got amazing elements of past collections but the new mirrored dresses and opaque gems on other styles just look so amazing.”

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French Connection has injected a casual diffusion range into the main collection, paying special attention to cut, fit, premium materials and quirky little twists.

The casual diffusion line is a collection of everyday pieces. Womens T-shirts take on a new form with oversized proportions adorned with abstract and playful prints. Special attention has been paid to denim with ultra skinny indigo wash to 80s bleached stone wash jeans. Playful outerwear continues with wet look hooded bombers and subtle zebra print drawstring parkas.

The main French Connection collection introduces a range full of diversity that fits together in unexpected ways. Underpinning the range is smart attention to detail, a rarity that you only find with vintage.

Lorna Perrin, director of marketing and PR at French Connection, said: “This season we have concentrated on key trends including the 80s with shoulder pads, deluxe sequin embellishment, exposed zips and fierce tailoring while giving everything a French Connection twist. Leather jackets, pencil skirts and trousers have added a tough luxe edge to the collection.”

Dresses have evolved in both sharp tailored fabrics and draped jersey with totally tropical prints. Necklines are square with shoulders given 80s power woman presence, with skirts staying tulip with front pleating and wrap over detailing. Eastern China vase prints adorn strapless dresses and oversized box shifts. Womens knitwear creates easy-to-wear versatile styles with geometric contrasting panels. Knitwear is u p d a t e d with kitsch and vintage embellishment, overlapping loop details on collars and cuffs and faux fur trims.

The outerwear range is inspired with new silhouettes, f r o m oversized masculine designs in mustard hues, a little red riding hood swing style to grey with solid military hardware. Exaggerated proportions are also evident in collars, bell sleeves and strong empire lines. The classic leather jacket is given a new slim line edge with super soft leather and gold fastenings.

Owl, wolf, tiger and rabbit prints give a playful nod to this year’s bicentenary of Charles Darwin’s birth, appearing cleverly across silks, t-shirts and shirts. The collection is drawn together in an autumnal colour palette of greys, black, mustard and rich red with splashes of tropical brights and high shine metallics.

About French Connection
French Connection was founded in 1972 by Stephen Marks who set out to create well-designed women’s clothes that would appeal to a wide audience.

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The season starts off with a prison story, presenting styles and details with a heavily distressed penitentiary influence. The collection then moves on to revel in a horror theme where colour, texture, and print work symbiotically to convey the move in to darkest winter. Finally, the range leads in to Christmas with a colourful and kitsch mountaineering inspired collection guaranteed to get you on the go.

French Connection enters the season with a nod to 1930’s workwear. Soft powder pinks and Oxford blues are complemented by micro spots and stripes and vintage bib or removable collar detailing. The mood darkens with the introduction of the Gothic, including Beetlejuice striped shirts, motor jackets in leather, or a maroon wool suit with white tipping and buttons. The mountaineering story provides technical down-filled removable linings, ropes and toggles, paired with fashionable gingham shirts and covetable knitwear.

Lorna Perrin, director of marketing and PR at French Connection, said: “For French Connection menswear we have focused on preppy chic blazers and shirts, while knitwear is given original design twists, and tailoring is fashion forward in quality fabrics and designs. The younger FCUK sub-brand leads the way in stylish streetwear with checked shirts, authentic denims, fun graphic tees and battered leathers.”

FCUK presents vibrant street sportswear with highlights of ‘pop’ colours. Bold dark wash denim and a base monochrome palette are livened up with bright piping on baseball jackets and bold prints. Bright colours prevail with hip-hop style retro track tops and alternative windbreakers with multi seams and jersey collars.

French Connection’s other main line, FC72, this season focuses on heavy detailing to liven up staples such as a cotton donkey jacket or denim dungarees. Overdying, paint-splattering, crushed knits, and heavy stitching all lend to a distressed penitentiary feel, solidified with a fun barbed wire stripe print. The season ends on a softer note, with brushed cottons and cosy bright chunky knits with fairisle detailing.

French Connection is also placing a high emphasis on men’s accessories this season. Men’s bags are the main focus, but a complete collection of ties, hats, cuff links and leather belts are also available.

About French Connection
French Connection was founded in 1972 by Stephen Marks who set out to create well-designed men’s clothing that would appeal to a wide audience.

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The Gentlemen’s Club is aimed at entertaining and educating their loyal customer base and giving them the opportunity to interact directly with the brand.

A variety of ‘rooms’ in the Gentlemen’s Club play host to elements of interest to the Base London target market including competitions, videos and reviews along with fashion and style tips educating the customer on key looks for the season and what to wear to which social event.

Once in the Gentlemen’s Club the visitor has the opportunity to enter a selection of ‘rooms’ such as the Video Lounge, screening the choice cuts of the best videos on the net, and the Comedy Club which offers some witty one liners and classic quips. The Trap Door reviews a variety of subjects ranging f r o m weird restaurants to the latest movie releases while a Games Room offers the chance to win a pair of the latest Base London men’s shoes.

The Base London Gentlemen’s Club also features a Dressing Room section that advises customers on how to pull of the latest looks and a Street Style section that spots Base London customers on the streets f r o m around the UK. The Base London Gentlemen’s Guide also offers some handy tips for men, with topics ranging f r o m how to impress your boss to pub magic.

Customers can find everything they need to know about the latest Base London formal, semi formal and casual shoes as well as pairing shoes with situations, with all products available to buy in the Base London Online Shoe Shop.

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Base London’s autumn range goes about tackling the everyday obstacles that face the modern day man. A fashion formal collection, comprising of clean cut, smooth silhouette lace up and slip on men’s shoes, such as Encore and Reason, combine rich leathers and intricate stitch detailing with a sharp fashion focused approach that’s set to impress, whether in the office or at the bar.

The semi-formal range of men’s shoes featuring Pressure, showcases casual shoes in a dressed down style. While being discreetly lifted by formal uppers and a casual collection reveals a sporty approach, shown by Dart and Stealth, and a fresh look to styles strongly considered Base London signature pieces. The autumn collection introduces new prints and trims as well as an earthy colour palette of autumnal tones.

Autumn also sees a strong presence of formal and casual men’s boots, with rich treated leathers and strong detail trims. Smart and tailored trending, with subtle detail stamped leathers displayed by Force and Review, form the crux of the formal styles, whilst the more casual styles have a rugged and urban led fashion feel, displaying clear military influences and heavy detailing, shown in Keystone and Metal.

About Base London
Base London was founded in 1995 after a niche was spotted in the market - branded fashion formal shoes for the high street. Previously consumers had the choice of own label or exclusive designer names with nothing in between.

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The E-Store will stock one of the widest selections of Animal products available in the UK including extensive clothing ranges as well as watches, footwear, luggage, eyewear and accessories.

Animal has taken the decision to launch an online store as e-tailing is the fastest growing form of shopping and is proven to have become an essential part of Animal customers’ lives.

Animal CEO Kevin Keaney said: “I am delighted that with the launch of the Animal E-Store our loyal customers across the UK will now be able to access a full range of Animal merchandise 24/7. The benefit of shopping at the E-Store will be its ability to offer Animal products UK wide and in a space unconstrained by shop floor size.”

Not only will the E-Store stock all the latest Animal collections but there will be regular opportunities to win unique and exclusive prizes. All orders before the 30 September will receive free standard delivery and automatically go through to a prize draw to win a holiday for two on next year’s Animal Snowcamp to Austria.

The E-Store gives shoppers the chance to check out the new autumn/winter season range just as the new Animal clothes are going into stores. As well as clothes, shoppers can order footwear, wallets, gifts and Animal bags. E-gift vouchers are also available for those who are traditionally tricky to buy presents for.

About Animal
Established in 1987 in Poole, Dorset, Animal is one of the UK’s leading freesport brands specialising in the design, marketing and retailing of freesports influenced clothing, technical clothing, footwear, luggage, eyewear, accessories and watches.

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H.Samuel has announced the launch of Chamilia jewellery, one of America’s most popular personalised jewellery brands. Chamilia promotes the tag line, ‘Your Life Your Style’, encouraging its customers to be creative, adventurous and express themselves, their mood and lifestyle through their jewellery. By introducing Chamilia H.Samuel is leading the trend this year for beads and charms.

The Chamilia collection is available online and in selected stores. The collection includes high quality Chamilia beads made of 14ct gold and sterling silver and features a wide range of fun and fashionable designs including crown-wearing frogs, Mother’s day beads, Disney beads, and many more including beautiful Murano glass.

With up to 200 bead designs and a variety of chains, clasps and spacers, Chamilia jewellery offers customers bracelets and necklaces that can be endlessly mixed, matched and personalised to commemorate an event, occasion, relationship or friendship. The breadth and depth of designs and creative possibilities gives the customer an ever-changing feast of design options so they can customise their jewellery and always be fashionable, for less.

Chamilia jewellery features:
- High quality beads: 14ct gold, sterling silver and Italian Murano glass
- Exclusive Disney© Designs: all your favourite characters
- New designs: new beads are released through the year
- Up to 200 bead designs: Chamilia charms give customers the freedom to express themselves

About Chamilia
Chamilia was founded in New York in 2002 by Killian Rieder and Jeff Julkowski. Killian Rieder had previously designed for Ralph Lauren Polo, and wanted to allow women to customise their jewellery to a mood, moment or memory, in the same way a chameleon changes to fit into its own environment.

About H.Samuel:
H.Samuel is the nation’s favourite High Street jeweller with more than 350 stores and a retail website at www.hsamuel.co.uk.

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