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Asian Dreams 2007
Thursday 1st March 2007
at the Fashion & Textile Museum
83 Bermondsey Street
London SE1 3XF
Fashion Shows at 4pm and 7pm
Charity Gala in aid of Richard House Children's Hospice
contact Becky Hunt 020 8522 5700 or info@asiandreams.org.uk |
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July 2006 brings the opening of the new Jameel Gallery, the V&A's new display of Islamic art from the Middle East.
This outstanding collection includes the carved ivories of Islamic Spain, the magnificent carpets of 16th & 17th century Iran, inlaid metalwork from medieval Egypt and Iznik ceramics from Ottoman Turkey.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Cromwell Road
London SW7 2RL
020 7942 2000
www.vam.ac.uk |
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Showing Off
a series of workshops for retailers and exhibitors of fashion and jewellery
venue: The Fashion & Textile Museum 83 Bermondsey Street SE1 3XF
During the month of June 2006 some of Britain's most celebrated display designers will share their expertise in a series of workshops on wednesday and thursday evenings between 6.30 and 8.30pm.
for further information call: 0845 650 4244 or email: info@asiandreams.org.uk |
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Asian Dreams will be showcasing eight designers at their next spectacular catwalk show planned for February 2007.
Applications are now being considered from British Asian designers whose collections for next season combine current trends with a flavour reflecting their Asian heritage; womenswear, menswear, evening, day, club or sportswear are all eligible.
Subsidies are available for designers who live or work in objective 2 wards in Newham, Hackney, Tower Hamlets or Waltham Forest.
For further information contact:
info@asiandreams.org.uk or becky.hunt@newham.ac.uk
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Manufacturing a More Profitable Business
A workshop for manufacturers who want to win more business and increase profits
• Improve environmental policies
• Reduce lead times
• Improve productivity
• Increase capacity
• Cut supply chain costs
Asian Dreams , in partnership with MAS (Department of Trade & Industry’s Advisory Service), are hosting a workshop at :
The Learning Line
182 High Street north
East Ham
London E6 2JA
Wednesday 29th March 2006-03-02 10am – 12noon
The workshop is free but places must be booked in advance
Telephone: Becky 020 7613 5283 or call centre 0845 650 4244
Email: becky.hunt@newham.ac.uk or call.centre@newham.ac.uk |
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Asian Dreams invites east London’s fashion and clothing businesses to attend a series of four workshops covering a range of key subjects to enable companies in the fashion sector to equip themselves with the skills and knowledge to win new business and maximise profit.
The workshops are:
1st February 6.00 – 8.30pm – Branding: The importance of having a strong brand in the fashion industry.
8th February 6.00 – 8.30pm - Developing Strong Promotional Literature: Including brochures, websites, look books and mail shots
15th February 6.00 – 8.30pm - Sales Workshop: Learning key tools and techniques to maximise your sales
22nd February 6.00 – 8.30pm - Strategic Marketing: The importance of a plan in developing new products, clients and marketing.
Free Entry. Refreshments served.
Businesses that attend 2 or more workshops are eligible for a free one-to-one training sessionwith an Asian Dreams consultant.
For further details of workshops, locations, and to book a place contact Becky Hunt on 0207 613 5283 or at becky.hunt@newham.ac.uk
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PRESS RELEASE:
Asian Dreams 2005 returns to Fashion Textile Museum to showcase British Asian fashion design
High profile fashion event Asian Dreams returns in July 2005 to provide a major platform for British Asian designers from established fashion houses as well as up and coming designers, to showcase their work. Now in its fourth year, Asian Dreams returns to its original birthplace, the spectacular Fashion and Textile Museum in Bermondsey. It will feature some of the hottest and emerging London based Asian designers exploring contemporary British Asian fashion today.
The event which is supported by Newham College of Further Education’s Centre for Innovation and Partnerships (CIPs) has been helping small businesses by providing training opportunities for fashion designers to develop their creative and business skills through collaboration, networking and showcasing. David Reeson, Fashion Consultant to CIPs and Creative Director of Asian Dreams 2005 says:
“British Asian fashion is already a vibrant and growing force in London’s economic development with much of this activity carried out by small businesses. We want to build a foundation to support that and over the next two years will be providing workshops and talks for designers, manufacturers and retailers in East London to help their businesses develop and improve their design and business skills.”
New Designers
This year’s highlights include newcomer urban designer Sonal Patel who recently won the highly acclaimed Swatch Individual Design Award and an internship with leading fashion designer, Walé Adeyemi. Leaving Bond Street for Hackney, London’s first female tailor Imtaz Khaliq will be showcasing her couture collection and will be joined by Green Street based Trendz UK- winners of the Best British Newcomer category at the Asian Business Awards 2005.
Established Designers
Recognised names such as Khubsoorat, Chiffons, Raishma and Nigina London will be displaying collections with a fusion twist showcasing fashion that connects with the British Asian second generation.
Personal Appearance
The opening night will see an exclusive performance by British Asian bhangra star Ms Scandalous with make up exclusively provided by Lakme Cosmetics UK.
Training Workshops
Aspiring designer makers will also be able to take advantage of a number of workshops and training seminars on the 6th July and draw inspiration from industry players as well as learn new skills on a more practical level. Information gathered from businesses attending the event will also help to shape the programme of support over the coming two years.
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Asian Dreams talks and workshops – Wednesday 6th July 2005
Workshop 1 - Reaching new markets – panel discussion
Duration – 1hr. Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Location: Newham College Learning Centre at the Fashion and Textile Museum
Asian Dreams is a showcase for British Asian fashion, taking it further into the mainstream. This panel discussion aims to highlight key areas that help you explore ways of breaking into other markets and growing your own business. The panel will be made up of experts in this area, including brand specialists, high street retailers and designers.
Who should attend:
Anyone looking for advice and tips for expanding your business outside of your traditional market place - including designers, manufacturers and retailers.
Workshop 2 – Trend forecasting and buying – panel discussion
Duration – 1hr. Time: 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Location: Newham College Learning Centre at the Fashion and Textile Museum
Asian Dreams celebrates contemporary British Asian fashion, fusing modern styles with traditional Asian influences. Recognising and pre-empting current trends is a vital part of any thriving fashion business. This panel discussion focuses on these issues and aims to assist and inform on how trend forecasting and buying can greatly benefit your business. The panel members include highly experienced trend forecasting specialists and buyers who work with big high street stores and trend forecasting trade websites.
Who should attend:
Anyone wanting basic advice and information on how to maximise sales potential and profit by providing and predicting current trends and fashions.
Workshop 3 – Visual merchandising, making the most of your selling opportunities – talk/demonstration
Duration – 1hr. Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm and 4.00pm- 5.00pm.
Location: Café area at the Fashion and Textile Museum
This workshop is an introduction to the key elements of good visual display and will also include some practical demonstrations to illustrate just how it can be done quickly and easily in your own retail environment. This workshop will be delivered by an experienced visual merchandiser who has worked for a number of top retailers.
As this is such a popular subject the talk will be given twice, providing you with the opportunity to choose between the other two alternative talks and still attend this workshop.
Who should attend:
Anyone who has retail space and wants to learn how to make the most of their assets with techniques which are cheap, quick and easy to implement.
Exhibitors
Several companies will also be exhibiting at the event providing information on business support skills, including:
LARC – London Apparel Resource Centre: supporting fast turn around, small volume companies making test marketing samples and small runs.
Skillfast – The Sector Skills Council for apparel, footwear, textiles and related businesses.
JOFIT – The Joint Fashion Industry Team: providing advice, guidance and support to new and existing businesses in the fashion industry.
Prince’s Trust – Offering practical solutions, including training, mentoring and financial assistance to help young people get their lives working.
CIDA – Creative Industries Development Agency: supporting those working in all areas of the creative and cultural industries.
Business Link for London – A small business support and advice service for London, providing free, impartial and comprehensive advice to businesses to help them start up and grow.
Newham College of Further Education – An open access college committed to education at all levels. Including:
· CIPs – Newham College’s Centre for Innovation and Partnerships: developing new ways of learning, nurturing local small businesses and providing training opportunities for those sections of the community not previously attracted to education.
· ZIP CoVE – Newham College’s Centre of Vocational Excellence (CoVE) in textiles manufacturing and design: Developing effective partnerships with existing agencies and organisations to be able to provide a comprehensive service to anyone working within the design and textile sector.
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Newham College of Further Education is running a whole range of part-time courses at their East Ham Campus; subjects include Fashion Design; Garment Construction; Pattern Cutting, Tailoring, Asian Bridal Makeup; Indian Head Massage; Hairdressing and many more.
call 020 8257 4446 for more information
East Ham Campus
High Street South
London E6 6ER
www.newham.ac.uk |
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City Showcase, London's leading festival for new music and fashion, is looking for up-and-coming designers and music acts to take part in its annual week-long event in September. Designers wishing to take part in City Showcase 2005 should send a web link (if you have one), some illustrations of your designs, brief biography and a photograph to: City Showcase, PO Box 34941, London SW6 7ZA |
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The Fashion & Textile Museum in Bermondsey is hosting the first retrospective exhibition of Zandra Rhodes called Zandra Rhodes: A Lifelong Love Affair with Textiles from February 2nd until July 2005 |
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The Commonwealth Dreams 2004 Fashion Show at The Commonwealth Club received rapturous appreciation from the capacity crowd. Each collection represented a different Commonwealth country. Pakistan and South Asia was celebrated by Nigina London in her new collection. Her trademark embroidery and beading fused with modern silhouettes resulted in a beautiful wearable range. |
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Commonwealth Dreams is an exhibition of jewellery and fashion accessories, supported by Asian Dreams, at The Commonwealth Club
18 Northumberland Avenue London WC2N 5BJ from 27th September until 28th October 2004. |
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Press release: Asian Dreams – New Generation
Chelsea Town Hall in London's Kings Road was filled to capacity for the first Asian Dreams event to be staged during London Fashion Week.
'Up and coming' British Asian fashion and accessories designers received high praise from an enthusiastic audience of press, national and international buyers and, of course, the air kissing fashionistas (whose passion for fashion would not allow them to miss out on the newest, hottest fashion event in town). The Nak provided the music and created an ambience of 'multicultural diversity'.
The fantastic feathered headpieces and accessories of Asif Kisson married well with the embroidered and beaded silk collection by Nigina London. Pasha Razzo's tailored menswear made a very strong statement and was loudly applauded by the men in the audience who welcomed the creative and beautifully constructed garments.
The newest 'kids on the block', Javed Omar for Mirage of London and Sedaf Shahnaz for Mahii had never seen their work on the catwalk before. Javed's embroidered silks, in beautiful colours, made an impressive debut. Sedaf's zebra print theme teamed with embroidered and beaded tops created a bold look for both men and women. Her collection was given real attitude by the hats from UrbanDove Wear.
Ashiana Jewellery made from semi precious stones such as blue opals, turquoise, rose quartz and pearls made a feast for the eyes and continued the east and west inspired flavour of the Asian Dreams 'brand'.
The hair and makeup team led by Pip Lee were Alexis Slaybaugh and Faye McAllister. The shoes were from Trendz and Mootich.
Afterwards guests were given goody bags containing amongst other things canned plants from Splash Ltd. CDroms from Eregeneration and keyrings from UrbanDove. They were fed and watered with Cobra Beer (one of the sponsors) and sushi generously provided by Geoffrey Leong of Tokyo City.
"A delicious end to a mouth watering show." David Reeson - Creative Director
The designers involved are:
Sedaf Shahnaz for Mahii – womenswear & menswear
“Enchanting fusions of world-wide influences”
Contact: sedaf@mahii.com
Pasha Razzo – menswear
“A modern company that creates contemporary clothing with classic styling.”
www.pasharazzo.com
Nigina London - womenswear
“awakening the ageless desire of all things feminine and romantic with a delicate embellishment of embroidery; Nigina London is about Style not Fashion”
contact: info@nigina.com www.nigina.com
Shoes by Mootich
Music by UrbanDove
Tune into BBC2 @11.20pm on Thursday 19 February and catch Nigina London ‘Dating the Asian Way’
Javed Omar for Mirage of London – womenswear
The new Arzoo (Desire) Collection is handmade from the finest raw silk decorated with French knot embroidery - “fashion with passion”
Contact: javedomar@hotmail.com
Shoes by Trendz
www.trendzuk.com
Asif Kisson – couture accessories
“In today’s dynamic world of fashion, the discerning woman appreciates style and exclusivity; these are the hallmarks of Asif Kisson.”
Contact: asif.kisson@totalise.co.uk
Ashiana – jewellery
Elegant and glamorous jewellery, bags, belts and scarves.
www.ashiana-accessories.com
All designers are presenting collections that communicate a modern message with both eastern and western influences that will appeal to mainstream markets regardless of ethnicity.
Hair & Makeup – Pip Lee 07790 015 465 Faye McAllister 07979 513 208
Alexis Slaybaugh alexisfilmtvstage@yahoo.com
Sounds – The Nak Roadshow – www.thenak.com |
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