fashion
THE ART OF DENIM
McArthurGlen in Bridgend have chosen the ‘Art Of
Denim’ to be its first global campaign. The designer
outlet company, which boasts 21 units in eight
European countries, sold 600 pieces of denim
every hour last year. With this in mind it’s
easy to see why they’re particularly keen
to promote it, and have named the
material “the ultimate fashion icon.”
The campaign runs from Sat 5 to
Sun 20 Oct, and will include special
promotions and denim discounts.
Bridgend Designer Outlet will
naturally be included in this event, which
rightly promotes our favourite multi-season, wardrobe
filling fashion staple.
IT’S ALL WHITE
Luxury home decor and fashion company The White
Company opened its first store in Cardiff, adding another
upmarket shopping destination the St. David’s Centre.
The White Company joins companies such as A/X
Armani Exchange and Vivienne Westwood as a
growing number of high end stores now available
across the UK. The company, which celebrates
20 years of business this year, has selected the
bustling city centre as the location of its newest
store, placing it between Coast and Karen Millen (a
smart move as I’m sure high-budget fashion lovers
will agree). The company’s CEO Will Kernan describes
his brand as being “synonymous with timeless,
understated and elegant collections,” and maintains that brand
integrity and quality is still its trademark today.
Art Of Denim, Bridgend Designer Outlet,
Sat 5-Sun 20 Oct. Info: 01656 665700 /
www.mcarthurglen.com
Info: www.thewhitecompany.com
CLOTHES WERE
THE DAYS...
Lou Lou’s vintage fair, voted the best of its kind
in the UK, returns to Cardiff once again on Sun 13 Oct
to the City Hall in Cardiff for another round of
bargain-hunting. With stashes of vintage clothes,
accessories and jewellery stacked up to the ceiling
in this clothing emporium you’re bound to find
something you like. A previous visitor myself,
I was pleased recently to see a combination
of vintage evening wear which has remained
untouched on show, alongside more modern stalls,
which feature more reworked items – classics with a
modern, 21st century twist. Something for every budget!
HERE
TO
HEEL
British high street matriarch Marks & Spencer have given
high-heel lovers something to smile about this month by
launching their first heels with the latest Insolia technology.
Insolia promises to ensure that the foot is correctly positioned
within the shoe, allowing the ball of your foot to rotate naturally
and reduce the level of pain that many endure when they
choose style over comfort. Those who like their feet more firmly
on the ground will be ecstatic to hear that this new tech isn’t
just exclusive to high heels, flats with a height of 40mm
can be purchased for £29.50.
www.marksandspencer.com
BUZZ 52
Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair, Cardiff. Admission:
£2. Info: www.loulousvintagefair.com
Bridgend Joins
The Crew
Crew Clothing Co is the latest brand to
join the 90-strong pack at Bridgend’s
Outlet Centre, opening mid September. The
British casual wear brand has chosen an
impressive 1,200 square foot store to house
an array of wardrobe classics, and slightly
more innovative designs, in order to create
a perfect balance of style. Their latest
collection promises to offer a “rich palette
of vibrant royals, and hearty winter tones,”
alongside a smattering of floral prints and
bold pop tones.
Info: www.crewclothing.co.uk