Scottish Fashion Awards 2010 winners announced

The Scottish Fashion Awards 2010 in association with Vogue.com took place last night at Glasgow’s Science Centre. Global fashion industry figures and judges such as Dolly Jones editor of Vogue.com, Hilary Alexander fashion director of The Daily Telegraph, Tessa Hartmann, Founder and Producer of The Scottish Fashion Awards and co-founder of The Scottish Fashion Council (pictured here with Jonathan Sauders and Dolly Jones) and Brian Duffy President of Ralph Lauren Europe, were all in attendance to see the homegrown talent honoured for their achievements. For a full list of winners, see below.

Den-Mat introduces Snap-on Smile

Den-Mat, experts of pain-free and affordable dentistry, has introduced the Snap-On Smile, to the UK. The Snap-On Smile is a patented, removable smile solution that requires zero prepping, absolutely no injections or adhesives and simply snaps on to your natural teeth after two 20 minute visits. The Snap-On Smile is made of very thin, but strong specialised resin that resists staining and can be used on either upper or lower teeth to transforming teeth. For a list of Snap-On Smile dentists call 08442-473527 or visit www.snaponsmile.co.uk

Prêt à Porter to launch new catwalk event next month

Womenswear trade show Prêt à Porter is launching Paris Fashion Days next month, a catwalk event for luxury brands to show pre-collections and diffusion lines. Ten catwalk shows will take place on 4 - 5 July in Paris at Palais Brongniart. Spring/Summer 2011 collections will be on show to fashion professionals, while visiting public will be able to view Autumn/Winter 2010 collections. Brands appearing at the event include womenswear labels Vivienne Westwood Anglomania, Anne Valerie Hash/AVH, Pablo de Gerard Darel, Chemins Blancs, Ventcouvert and Camomilla, with further brands to be announced.

Camper launches Barcelona Design Centre collection

Camper is reaching out to upcoming talent through the Barcelona Design Center, a platform for new creative collaborations. This Autumn/Winter 2010 Camper Barcelona Design Center is presenting two collections, TRIC BDC and MAR BDC. Tradition and modernity come together in TRIC BDC, an urban men’s shoe inspired by the city. TRIC BDC offers unique detailing and features the P87 cushioning system which consists of a bi-color outsole and an insole with 87 balls of comfort that absorb shock. This is the first winter collection to include MAR BDC, a contemporary shoe for women seeking comfortable but feminine footwear. The result is a collection of ankle boots and pumps in a winter colour palette, with details like smocking and a retro-inspired pied-de-poule lining. The BDC collection will be in stores by October and prices start from £110.00 for both men and women’s styles.

Vans `Girls Off the Rail Tour´begins next Friday

To celebrate the launch of the new girls Autumn 2010 collection hitting stores, Vans is touring the country and stopping at Vans retailers to spread the word. The Vans ‘Girls Off the Rail Tour’ have a London stylist on hand in each city to spread knowledge to anyone looking for some styling tips. As well as being the first to check out the new collection, visitors will receive make-up demos, fake tattoo artists, cupcakes and drinks, Vans goodie bags and more. For the London leg of the tour the stylist will be searching the streets around central London to find the most stylish girls who look like they have a flair for fashion. The lucky few will be selected to style an outfit in store with a chance to win an exclusive Vans Shopping Spree. For more info check out www.vans.co.uk and check out the tour dates below:

New Highgrove store opens in Bath

Following the success of the Tetbury Shop and Highgrove online, Highgrove has now opened a new shop in Bath. Inspired by the organic gardens at Highgrove and the interests of HRH The Prince of Wales, the Highgrove Shop, Bath, offers gifts for the home and garden. Among the products available is a limited edition range of cedar wood gifts, which have been crafted from the tree that once stood at the top of the Thyme Walk in the Highgrove garden. The two hundred year old Cedar of Lebanon tree was one of the principal reasons that The Prince of Wales was first attracted to Highgrove. Each limited ddition cedar wood item is presented in a gift box with an authenticity certificate.

New Chrome Styling Collection launches from Ionika

Ionika has just launched a new collection of Chrome Styling Collection Irons retailing at £69.99. Available in gold, silver, pink and red metallic shades, this collection of irons features tourmaline infused bespoke black ceramic floating plates, which are equipped with ‘ion’ technology to help hair absorb minerals and vitamins safely, therefore improving the condition of hair while styling. The black tourmaline detoxifies as it heats, breaking down bacteria build up in the hair leaving it younger and more manageable. The irons also feature an advanced ceramic heating element for quick heat-up, negative ion sensor, Cruise Control to adapt the heat setting and a complimentary pink, glittery heat mat. Ionika products are available online at www.ionikapro.com.