After a not so bright Summer in Northern Ireland this season,I was glad to receive an invitation to the West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK A/W 2015 launch.Which would take place at the very quirky "Life" church on Bruce Street Belfast.This location has been used already for two seasons and it'll be used for the A/W 2015 West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK fashionshow and events.This season I took inspiration from some fashion magazines and I was automatically drawn to the seventies trend.I then spoke to the very talented Nor-Lisa and she drew up some ideas for me and designed a outfit which catered to my own personal style.Nor-Lisa designed a very unique seventies inspired crop top and printed pleated skirt for me to wear to the launch.
I wanted to go for quite a casual look this season,so I decided to style this outfit up with some assorted textured bangles and a metallic bronze bag.I then finished the look off with some textured snake skin metallic bronze heels to complete the overall seventies inspired look.
Crop top and printed skirt by Nor-Lisa
Bag from Oxfam
Bangles from Oxfam
Heels by Rockport for Addidas
Myself,Nor-Lisa and Enniskillen model Una Burns
(All wearing creations by Nor-Lisa)
Photography by Brendan Gallagher
The day of the launch was a lovely sunny day and when we entered the "Life" church, we were welcomed by the Cmpr staff who were very friendly,followed by some social shots taken by famous local photographer Brendan Gallagher.When we walked into the reception room we were treated to some very fine italian cuisine by local Belfast restaurant "Fratelli" in the form of canapés,which were simply divine.
After the canapé reception we were directed towards the main room and we were welcomed in with a refreshing west coast cooler.During the fashion talk we had another two delicious surprises.Firstly we were presented with the cutest box and inside was a handmade giant macaroon from "Miel et Moi",which I must admit was unbelievable.Secondly there was a frozen yougurt stand by "Yogland NI".Both companies are located on the Lisburn road in Belfast and are Newly open,so it was really good to trial out their products.
Afterall these tasty treats it was back to the fashion,Cathy Martin gave us a talk on a range of trends she was using this season in the form of twenty very professional Cmpr models dressed in twenty trends showcasing this season to celebrate twenty seasons of "west Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK".Cathy stated that this season we should be dressing in winter brights,contrasting block colours,statement sequin pieces,fringing,prints,metallics,brightly coloured faux fur coats,seventies and eighties inspired blouses,pleated skirts,and grandma chic and she urged us to raid our grandmas wardrobe for this key trend.
Image by Stephen Potter
Hair by ALFAPARF
Makeup by Oonagh Boman
Green and Gold dresses by Nor-Lisa and pink ball gown dress by Deux Cara
Image by Stephen Potter
Hair by ALFAPARF
Makeup by Oonagh Boman
This season Cathy welcomed the new hair and makeup team for the West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK.Which included hair team from ALFAPARF and makeup sponsors SENNA cosmetics used by makeup artist Oonagh Bomam and her team.As you can see in the images below that they will not dissapoint!!!
Key trends
Brights:"Pictured at the launch of West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK are models
Stefania, Darcy, Aimee, Colette, Nuala, Nerissa, Claire, and Ashleigh in the
latest looks from Deux Cara, M&S, Gordon Donaldson, Dorothy Perkins at
CastleCourt, Diamond Dolls and Blush. The event will take place from 15-18
October across Belfast. For further information on show schedules, tickets,
links to participant retailers as well as the seasons hottest trends, log on
to www.belfastfashionweek.com.
Suede:"Pictured here at the launch of West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK are models
Sacha, Rebecca, Carys and Lucy in the latest looks from Exhibit, George at
Asda, DV8, Warehouse, New Look at CastleCourt, M&S, Next and Dorothy Perkins
@ CastleCourt. The event will take place from 15-18 October across Belfast.
For further information on show schedules, tickets, links to participant
retailers as well as the seasons hottest trends, log on to
www.belfastfashionweek.com.
Tweed:"Pictured here at the launch of West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK are models
Helen, Lauryn and Sheena in the latest looks from Spoilt Belle Boutique,
Simply Be @ CastleCourt, Excel Clothing, Warehouse and George at Asda. The
event will be held from 15-18 October across Belfast. For further
information on show schedules, tickets, links to participant retailers as
well as the seasons hottest trends, log on to www.belfastfashionweek.com."
This season "West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK" are bringing back the men's wear show,which hasn't been hosted in eight years!!!
Designs by Beyondman Apparel
Schedule:
Thursday 15 October will see the latest collections from local designers and independent boutiques on the runway.Confirmed to return are Blush and Jourdan from the Lisburn Road, Akani, Diamond Dolls, Deux Cara, Spoilt Belle Boutique and The Style Retreat as well as designers Nor Lisa,Grainne Maher Beyondman Apparel and Gordon Donaldson,among others. FASHIONWEEK new-comers this season include a fabulous tweed collection from Cocoon Luxury Wear and Dashlin in Newry and Hanger 13 in Portadown.Designers Marky Marc and Nicola McLaughlin will debut fresh new collections. FASHIONWEEK will also showcase a menswear show with local designers and the very best suiting from a number of national and international brands.
Friday 16 October, bringing the latest looks from the nation’s biggest and busiest stores including Next, Oasis, Warehouse,DV8 Fashion, Remus Uomo, Superdry, Marks and Spencerand George at Asda as well as Dorothy Perkins, New Look,Designers at Debenhams and Miss Selfridge fromCastleCourt.
Saturday 17 October will see the busiest day in the FASHIONWEEK schedule with the addition of the original Fashion Souk at BFW HQ, an event hosting stalls and pop up stores for vintage and previously owned clothing throughout the day from 11am-4pm. Also kicking off at 11am is the newbody image symposium and workshop ‘To Be Beautiful’ featuring nutrition and body image experts as well as performer and body image campaigner Katie Richardson.
Running alongside this, fashionista’s can make their way to the uber-chic Sushi Saturday event, hosted at Belfast’s hottest new venue, The Perch. The perfect event for those whocannot make the catwalk shows, this “Director’s Cut”showcases the best looks from across all shows at Belfast FASHIONWEEK, while guests enjoy West Coast Coolercocktails and a sushi-filled, Asian afternoon tea - all for the bargain price of £30 per person.Following on into the evening the FASHIONWEEK catwalk will once again burst into life with the latest collections from Ireland’s largest online designer fashion retailerwww.excelclothing.com. Audience members can expect to see the latest fashions from top designer names such as Armani, Calvin Klein and Boss Orange and some of Britain’s top fashion brands including Barbour, French Connection and Ted Baker for men, ladies and children.
Last, but definitely not least, the schedule will close insumptuous style with the flagship Style Sunday luncheon atSHU on 18 October. This glamorous four course gourmet luncheon, which is run in association with Action Cancer and food partner Marks and Spencer, accompanies trend forecasts, a mini fashion show and a mini masterclass from FASHIONWEEK’s hair, style and make up partners. SHU chefs will work with M&S to choose the very best of locally sourced produce and deliver a delicious meal while experts including British Hairdresser Hall of Fame member Paul Stafford will speak on how to style hair to last throughout theWinter. Fashion on the day will include labels Milly, Pimko and Marc Aruel from Candy Plum boutique in Hillsborough as well as some key pieces from the luxury M&S Autograph range. The charity lunch costs £45.00 per person and places can be booked directly through the restaurant on02890381655.
The full show schedule is available online atwww.belfastfashionweek.com along with details of this season’s trends plus links to all participant retailers and sponsors. Catwalk tickets, which cost £20 (or £30 for a limited number of exclusive front row seats), are available from the Belfast Welcome Centre on 028 9024 6609 or via the website. Ticket price includes a fabulous goodie bag and arefreshing West Coast Cooler.
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