Catwalk schedule for White Gallery London

The catwalk schedule has just been announced for White Gallery London 2010 where over 30 of the finest international bridal designers will come together for the first time at London’s Saatchi gallery. On 23 & 24 May, Alan Hannah, Amanda Wakeley, Ian Stuart, Johanna Hehir, Ritva Westenius, Stewart Parvin and Suzanne Neville will be showcasing their 2011 collections on their own named and by invitation only preview fashion shows, sponsored by Conde Nast Brides.

First 'green' collection from Agnes b.

Agnes b. Spring/Summer b. green collection is its first green range and comprises a capsule collection of emblematic pieces, favourites of Agnes’ from her past collections. The collection for both men and women includes knitwear, jersey and couture, along with accessories including jewellery, bags shoes hats and scarves. The b green collection is made from 100% organic cotton produced without the use of chemicals or pesticides or from recycled cotton, and has been conceived within the regulations of REACH, a law respectful to the environment.

World Duty Free

WDF is the UK's leading tax and duty free retailer with over 85 stores across 21 airports in UK and Channel Island airports. WDF's portfolio of retail brands include the main tax and duty free stores; World Duty Free, Biza and Alpha Airport Shopping alongside specialist stores; Glorious Britain, World of Whiskies, Collection, Cocoon Beauty Sanctuary, Perfume Gallery, Sunglasses, Beauty Studio and Simply Chocolate. WDF stores provide airport shopping facilities to over 200 million passengers a year and work with over 300 brand partners to bring travellers year round value on everything from cosmetics to confectionery, fragrance to fashion accessories, spirits to souvenirs, skincare to sunglasses, fine food and wine and champagne to cigars. WDF stores stock hundreds of products across all categories that are exclusive to travel retail and not available on the high street. WDF's press office has recently been brought in-house.

Harper’s Bazaar new Summer beauty supplement

Harper’s Bazaar will produce its first ever beauty supplement, sponsored by Selfridges, for its May 2010 issue.
Harper's Beauty Director, Newby Hands and Deputy Health & Beauty Editor, Katy Young will bring readers hundreds of top tips and insider beauty and health secrets from style experts and celebrities. The publication will also feature a six page Selfridges advertorial showcasing specific makeup looks.
Harper’s Editor, Lucy Yeomans, says: "The supplement will arm them (readers) with all the products, insider tips and knowledge needed to look and feel fantastic this summer."
The world-renowned department store will be the venue for a Bazaar and Beauty Playground Event hosted by Newby Hands and Selfridges’ Menswear and Beauty Director David Walker-Smith on 20th May.

Exclusive collaboration with Erickson Beamon and Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters and jewellery designer Erickson Beamon have collaborated launching an exclusive collection later this week. This collection includes a chain and charm bracelet, a pair of anchor shaped earings, a long belly button hitting pendant and a shorter multi chain layered a-symmetric necklace. The collection ranges from £68.00 and £98.00 and will be available at selected Urban Outfitter stores and online at www.urbanoutfitters.com

New womenswear label Rütme launches

Following the success of HUMOR in the UK, the Danish brand is set to introduce the women’s branch of the label Rütme. The creative force behind Rütme includes designer Rikke Charlotte Larsen and art director Nicole Rindsig. Together they have designed a collection full of funky silhouettes, artistic graphics and crazy colours. This debut collection samples inspiration from current females in music including Lucy Love, CocoRosie and La Roux’ singer Elly Jackson. The functionality of sportswear and the colours of vintage T-shirts and sneakers from the 1990s are combined with elaborate fashion details like puff shoulders and highly detailed graphics. Prices ranges from £25.00 - £110.00. Stockist number: 020-7436 0986.

New online fashion house supporting new talent, House of Maffia launches

Lisa Maffia has been on the UK music urban scene for years after being the First Lady of chart success So Solid Crew. Lisa went on to have a successful solo career and helped create the platform for take-over acts including N-Dubz, Chipmunk and TinchyStryder. Lisa is now launching her own online fashion house, House of Maffia. Using her previous experience in the music industry, Lisa hopes to help pave the way once again for up-and-coming designers. The online fashion house will feature Lisa’s own range Lei Chels, alongside a number of concessions from new and exciting creative talent. House of Maffia will act as a platform for the concession designers to showcase and feature their creations. Each designer will not only be able to sell pieces from their collection on the site, but will also each have a separate contact profile, giving them a space through which stylists, musicians and retailers can contact them direct. House of Maffia is holding a press launch on 6 May (See DIARY dates).