North West Fashion Festival 14th September

What a lot of people will misconstrue when attending any event is the work and immense amount of creative processes that lead up to the production. It’s not just about hosting a social occasion in a hired out venue. It’s about delivering a movement that forms a fashion inspired network around the city. Designers are given the spotlight and opportunity to deliver their individuality on the catwalk, whilst models can grab the scouting attention. Opportunities are what the city needs, the guests can fuel this success purely through attendance and to talk talk talk about it.

There’s something remarkable that seems to happen when a new Chic Networking event arrives on to the fashion scene. Anticipation becomes rife as their social media pages tease us but we’re all not sure if we’ve yet recovered and gotten over the last show. We can all agree that when leaving a Chic Networking Event, we feel a lot more fashion savvy and a little bit tipsy.

The North West Fashion Festival is a step up from anything we’ve experienced yet before. It goes above and beyond just a fashion show, with masses of new ideas and surprises injected into it. Expect drama, fun and pampering followed by a good dose of socialising in the bars and restaurants. The Palm House is the perfect setting for the festival which will be surrounded by luxury marquees and the sound of our top DJ’s performing inside them.

The selection of designers has acquired a roar of approval on social media and in the press with looks and styles to suit everyone’s taste. Whether its Ben Maks exaggerated drama through his theatrical and highly impactful designs or KU Spendoves super sassy celebrity chic that grabs your attention. A whole spectrum of fashion will be showcasing in front of our wistful eyes. If you’re a male who’s debating whether to attend simply for the spectacle of models, or you’re being unwillingly dragged along by your girlfriend, then Ten Men Clothing with Sam Reece is an added incentive. I’m sure the girls won’t mind having a peak at the show either. They will be the first menswear brand to grace a Chic Networking stage, bringing you their Northern Culture inspired style in a range of tees, hoodies, hats and more.

Although the show is the blueprint for the whole notion, the amenities surrounding it are just as enticing. The NWFF brings you their first set of Masterclasse’s which will take place in one of the outside Marquees. This area will present a series of sessions aimed at people of all ages, to educate them on different subjects that the speaker specialises in. These topics range from celebrity make-up artists, hair stylists and skin care proffessional’s discussing different looks, tools and products.

The deluxe pamper marquee is also a new fancy addition which will be accessible to everyone. Arbonne have enabled this fabulous area to become possible, offering free beauty treatments to all guests. Prepare to get in line ladies, this marquee is going to be a hot stop.

If you’re looking for that little extra luxury and chance to mingle with celebs then the VIP Marquee is where to be. Exclusive access to this area requires a gold wristband which you will obtain if you chose to indulge when purchasing your ticket. Take a break from shopping the stalls to socialise whilst sipping champagne and routing through your free goody bag.

Now if you're thinking of going out Saturday night and then to the event on Sunday...don't. The fashion shows will have to come to an end but the party definitely won't as James Locke and Mark Stafford will be hosting at Kingdom for the official after party. So save your energy and join the celebs, models and designers for a special night DJ'd by Sammy Porter. 

In order to enjoy and succeed in any event to the fullest, it is paramount for a chosen charity to benefit and receive awareness as well. The NWFF will be supporting the James Bulger charity which is close to the hearts of Liverpool and had a big impact on the UK. There will be a competition and many chances to donate so if you are not aware of the charity or foundations of the cause then please follow the link below for more information.

http://forjames.org/

The event is taking place on the 14^th September and tickets can be purchases via the chic networking website: wwww.chicnetworking.co.uk 

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@Chicnetworking

@officialNWFF

written by Stephanie Potts: @stephanieufemia

Farah Sattaur for Fuschia White

Some things are made to go together; champagne and strawberries, Tiffanys and New York, Vogue and coffee. The same could be said for the new online fashion boutique Fuschia White and Farah Sattaur, fabulous on their own but when they announced a collaboration together, the fashion world were ready for something amazing to happen.

Farah has incorporated glimpses of her own person style and cultural influences into the collection. “I’m so proud of the whole collection with every piece personally chosen, having clothing to cater for both day and evening. Keeping it sexy and classy with an edge”. With Farah’s effortlessly classy style, we are expecting an ultra-chic collection with an element of playful fun. She’s a woman with ambition; having already taken on the modelling world as a playboy bunny and tackling the reality TV screen in the cast of Ex on the Beach, she’s not shy from the public eye.

The launch of this collection will be whipped up at The North West Fashion Festival, with Farah modelling some of the clothes down the runway herself. Expect to see sleek scuba style combined with a feminine edge. Social Media has been frenzied with talk on the event, with guests coming from all over the UK to see the new collaboration and show their support.

Fuschia White is commendable for offering quality at affordable prices and always delivering their goods in the finest of packaging. It was important for the new collection to gel with the same principles and as Farah wanted the clothes to appeal to the mass market, the prices range from £20-£60.

When asked about the new launch, Farah stated: “I really wanted each item to stand strong alone, with all being key pieces to every females wardrobe. Pieces that they can mix with their own style”. I think there will be a little something to suit every taste and style in this new range and the price makes it accessible to everyone!

The new thriving boutique, Fuschia White and multi-talented beauty queen Farah Sattaur will definitely leave guests in awe at the North West Fashion Festival. I’m sure the fashion crowd are all anticipating a unique show, which will not only be an insight into the new collection but also to the creative and eclectic taste from the Fuschia White team.

www.fuschiawhite.co.uk

           To see the launch at the North West Fashion Festival, you can buy tickets from:

http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-north-west-fashion-festival-tickets-11762745689?aff=eorg