Lakeside is testing the spotlights and preparing the catwalk for another show-stopping set of free Spring/Summer fashion shows. From 17th to 19th May, there will be seven sensational catwalk shows each day featuring new men’s, women’s and children’s fashion. With brands including Superdry, Jack & Jones and Monsoon all ready to take to the stage, … Continue reading
We might have had the wettest April on record, but Lakeside is getting ready for summer – a season that can be difficult to prepare for. Do you opt for a bikini or swimsuit, wedges or sandals, shades or sun hat? This year, Lakeside has recruited some Bikini Genies to magic away all of your fashion dilemmas! The … Continue reading
Vintage Dresses There’s no sign of the vintage trend going away in the near future, and one of the very best showcases for beautiful vintage-inspired designs is a wedding gown. Styles have changed a great deal over the decades but the mid-20th century still seems to be the era that inspires most brides. Which era … Continue reading
To celebrate the launch of spring/summer 2012, Westfield Stratford City is introducing futurefashion, the first ever all-digital style event, running from the 4th to 9th April. There will be five zones, all with their own interactive shopping experience, where you’ll be given a chance to ‘take control of your fashion destiny’ Each zone provides an … Continue reading
Buying jeans – it’s a bugbear for all but the most perfect-figured among us. Never mind, though, as the clever bods at Lakeside have come up with a way of getting us all looking fab in our jeans…with the help of Jean Genie! From 30th March to 1st April the Jean Genie stylists will help … Continue reading
For affordable designer glamour, fab website Covetique is the perfect place to find your Red Carpet ready outfit at a pinch of the usual price. Just launched in the UK, Covetique is the online fashion destination where you can find hardly worn designer this stunning Issa dress, a favourite of Red Carpet Queen, Kate Middleton … Continue reading
For a true award-winning, scene-stealing look, if you have some spare cash you could dress yourself up like an all-time screen heroine and make everyone gasp with admiration. This look isn’t going to work at an office party but if you have a ball to go to, or a really big event, push the boat … Continue reading
History of Nightwear Talk 23rd February 6.45pm for a 7.15pm start Vanessa Howard discusses the history of nightwear illustrating the talk with many examples from her substantial personal collection. A must for fans of textiles and vintage. Tickets £5 – donated to Families InFocus (Essex) Available from quadrant customer services 1st floor or email events@chelmsfordstar.coop … Continue reading
Fashion Forward into 2012 What’s going to be the way forward when it comes to stocking up our wardrobes in 2012? Although we’ve already had catwalk reports on the September Fashion Weeks to inspire spring and summer trends for 2012, most mere mortals need a little help when it comes to translating the catwalk designs … Continue reading
Lance James are experts in knowing know what women want, and this year they have the power to get in there and make all their dreams come true, because although tradition decrees that a man should propose to a woman, 2012 is a leap year, which means that she can seize the initiative and propose … Continue reading