2nd Brighton Thistle Fashion Show

With around 400 people coming into the Thistle to see the show highlighting 14 shops and 12 gorgeous  models, the afternoon was a great success.  The shops sold outfits from the catwalk and it was a perfect platform for them to promote their businesses.

Justin in Aston Bourne

Imogen in Brighton Bespoke Tailoring

Pendulum Menswear and Rock Lobster

Natasha in Tegen Accessories

Louise in Pretty Eccentric

Lottie in Aston Bourne

Jade in abi-K Designs

Maria modelling Papillon Treatments

Fashion for the Countryside

With Spring really here a lot of us will want to get out in the country whether it be to do some serious walking and sporting pursuits or just be comfortable and fashionable.  One shop that can make sure we are set to go is Aston Bourne of Brighton.

Predominantly stocking Barbour since 1982, Aston Bourne is also the home to Hunter boots, both of which are known for their British heritage, high quality and Royal Warrants. Alongside these lines, they also stock Dubarry of Ireland, the best waterproof boots for exploring the British countryside.

With the continued support of their loyal customers and ever growing brands, Aston Bourne is pleased to announce the expansion of their small shop to much larger premises in East Street, Brighton.

They will be showcasing Barbour’s new International Range, alongside the Spring/Summer Country and Lifestyle collections. Expect to see more collaboration’s with the brilliantly intricate artwork of William Morris, newcomer Julie Dodsworth and other inspiring artists. The International range, it's sticking with its motorcycle heritage this season infused with a nostalgic undertone.

Aston Bourne - East Street Brighton

Italian Menswear Brighton Lanes

Brighton has a fabulous quirkiness and creativeness and with the number of independent shops locals and tourists are treated to an exciting shopping experience.

Nestled in the heart of Brighton's world famous Lanes is Pendulum an independent menswear store.

With over thirty years experience, exquisite care is taken to source the finest and most interesting collections from all over Europe. Dutch manufacturer Giordano & Baileys provide unique shirts and glorious knits  Handmade shirts by Italian company Delsiena use time-honoured skills to achieve an unbeatable finish. Liberty print shirts by Pure, Guide and Caliban showcase vibrant colours and patterns with Jeans from MAC offering unbeatable choice.

For the Spring collections arriving instore now there are shoes by John White of Northampton the home of British shoemaking, leather jackets from Helium and beautiful unconstructed linen suits by Italian company 120% Lino - world class specialists in linen tailoring.

Pendulum menswear is showing on the catwalk at the Brighton Thistle Fashion Show on Saturday April 12^th shows are at 2pm, 2.45pm and 3.30pm.  This is a free event and a perfect way to catch up on the Spring/Summer trends from our local shops.

www.pendulummenswear.com

Add Style by Wearing the Right Glasses

We may be happy with selecting our clothes and knowing what suits our colour, style and shape but choosing spectacles can be more difficult.  Having the right frames to suit our face, whether they are prescription or worn as an accessory, can boast confidence and self esteem.

In the heart of Brighton’s Lanes there is a gem of a shop with friendly and professional staff to help everyone.

Available at David Clulow Brighton

David Clulow Opticians is the destination store for contemporary designer eyewear. From the latest luxury and fashion sunglasses to designer spectacle frames.

Established in 1962, David Clulow has built a strong reputation for providing the highest standard of optical care and services, including eye examinations, contact lens fittings, spectacles, sunglasses and prescription sunglasses.

They stock the latest eyewear from the most desirable brands including Prada, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Paul Smith, Bulgari, Tiffany and Oliver Peoples.

The stores are designed to reflect the high quality of their products and service and provide a relaxed and stylish environment.

David Clulow is showing a selection of their spectacles and sunglasses on the catwalk at the Brighton Thistle Fashion Show on Saturday April 12^th from 2pm – 3.30pm.  This is a free event celebrating Brighton’s fabulous shops.

This feature has been published in the Brighton and Hove Independent Newspaper 21/3/14

BRIGHTON THISTLE FASHION SHOW - SAT 12TH APRIL

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www.abi-K.com
www.astonbourne.co.uk
www.brightonbespoketailoring.co.uk
www.davidclulow.com
www.jigsaw-online.com
www.mobrog.co.uk
www.numbertenjewellers.com
www.papillontreatments.co.uk
www.pendulummenswear.com
www.prettyeccentric.co.uk
www.rock-lobster-boutique.co.uk
www.tegenaccessories.co.uk
www.aveda.co.uk
www.ciscoskarma.com

Support the small local Boutiques

As I have been out and about this week I have noticed the shops coming alive with their new stock for the Spring/Summer season.  We are lucky to have a huge number of individual shops in and around Brighton. I am always fascinated by their creativity, the selection and choice they give us.

Rock Lobster

There is a boutique called Rock Lobster in Shoreham originating from London and soon to be expanding into the Hove area.  This trendy boutique with a touch of French flair has a full range of day and evening wear, handbags, belts, jewellery and shoes for all ages at high street prices.

Their new stock is full of colour with summer dresses, gorgeous knitwear, trouser both skinny and harem and straight legged.  They have a huge selection of scarves in every colour.

Rock Lobster is showing on the catwalk at the Brighton Thistle Fashion Show on Saturday April 12^th from 2pm – 4pm.  This is a free event and a perfect way to catch up on the Spring/Summer trends from our local shops.

Rock Lobster

Jane Busby, Personal Stylist and Shopper www.janebusby.co.uk

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Artical as seen in the Brighton and Hove Independent Newspaper - 14th March

Shopping in Brighton's East Street

Walking down East Street in Brighton there is a fantastic choice of shops to suit every style,

Jigsaw

occasion and budget.

Jigsaw remains a brand which is as quintessentially British as the day the first store opened in 1972. They have a strong identity inspired by country living, quirkiness, irreverence and humour.

This season’s collection is inspired by our British seaside.  Denim is always on trend but in Jigsaw look for the indigo denim in shell tops and skirts, collarless raw edge bombers and even a denim look butter soft leather jacket.

Pretty pastel has been given a twist in candy floss pink or aqua blue. Knitwear, always Jigsaw’s heartland is fine gauge in twin set style cardigans and sweaters and looks delicate with the rolled cuff chino or a sunray pleat skirt in semi-sheer, beautifully embroidered and fabulously fluid. These hues continue onto metallic tweeds shot with pastel thread in cute pegged skirts with matching “box” top.

Jigsaw is showing on the catwalk at the Brighton Thistle Fashion Show on Saturday April 12^th from 2pm – 4pm.  This is a free event celebrating Brighton’s fabulous shops. www.facebook.com/brightonfashionshows

As seen in the Brighton and Hove Independent Newspaper 7th March 2014

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