Sunday 31 December 2023
Sunday 24 December 2023
Season's Greetings from All of us at My Fashion Connect Global
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| The Roanoke Star is situated atop Mill Mountain, which is located in the center of Roanoke, Virginia, USA. The idea for the Roanoke Star originated in 1949 as a Christmas decoration. The original star was constructed as a temporary exhibit for the holiday season. Due to its popularity and the positive response from the community, it was decided to make the star a permanent fixture. Photo: Lucia Carpio |
Wednesday 20 December 2023
Fabric Trade Fair: BLOSSOM PREMIÈRE VISION welcomed more than 1,000 visitors in December 2023
The 11th edition of BLOSSOM PREMIÈRE VISION closed on Thursday December 14th, having showcased 74 exhibitors and welcomed 1,086 visitors over two days at the Carreau du Temple in Paris.
The event - exclusively dedicated to the pre-collections of luxury and high-end ready-to-wear suppliers for the Spring-Summer 25 season - was notable for exhibitors’ presentations of numerous new textiles, leathers and accessories, by the high attendance at workshops for more responsible sourcing, and by visitor quality.
Among the visitors 75% were French and 28% were international trade visitors - primarily from Italy, Belgium, the UK, Poland, Germany, Japan, Spain, the Netherlands, and the US.
This edition was once again based on a selective, high-quality creative offer from international suppliers of fabrics (59), leather (7), accessories (7) and services (1), hailing from France (18), Italy (48), Japan (3), the UK (1), Portugal (3) and Spain (1).
In addition, two workshops led by Ariane Bigot (Associate Fashion Director), held on the first day of the event, were filled to capacity. In recent years, the central role of materials has become even more pertinent. Current environmental challenges have reaffirmed the crucial importance of the choice of materials in the collection development process.
The goal of the workshops was to offer participants the keys to more eco-responsible sourcing by exploring a selection of materials from exhibitors’ collections over the course of two two-hour sessions. Participants expressed their satisfaction and left with a deeper understanding of how to source fabric ethically, said organisers.
Upcoming events are Première Vision New York on January 17 and 18, 2024, then Première Vision Paris from February 6 to 8, 2024.
Trade Fair: Copenhagen Fashion Week set to promote Nordic designers in its AW24 edition
Copenhagen Fashion Week is set to take place from January 29 to February 2, 2024.
Going from strength to strength with an international reach, it will present a total of 31 shows over the four-day period.
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| Backstage at the SS2023 Copenhagen Fashion Week Image from CFW website @tonyamatyu |
The showroom will also feature CPHFW Alumni Latimmier represented by Fashion in Helsinki, as well as MLGA, who is represented by ALPHA.
The CPHFW NEWTALENT showroom located at Etage Projects, Borgergade 15E, 1300 Copenhagen K, will open from January 31 until February 2.
Nicklas Skovgaard will kick off the event as the official opening show on Monday, following the official reception.
The lineup was approved by the CPHFW Show Committee and CPHFW Sustainability Committee, highlighting the event's commitment to both design excellence and sustainability, aligning with the 18 Minimum Standards set by Copenhagen Fashion Week.
For details of show, events and presentation schedule, click HERE.
Saturday 16 December 2023
Lifestyle: "Peach Fuzz" art print collection launched, embracing the 2024 Pantone Colour of the Year
Ink & Drop, a contemporary art print company, is launching its "Peach Fuzz" collection, paying homage to the 2024 Pantone Colour of the Year of the same name.
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| An abstract print of a peach coloured vintage Rose, in the new Ink & Drop art print collection paying tribute to Pantone Colour of the Year 2024 - Peach Fuzz |
The new collection promises "a seamless fusion of sophistication, vibrancy, and artistic expression," according to Ink & Drop, featuring a curated selection of prints designed to evoke a sense of creativity, timeless beauty and elegance to embrace the trendsetting hue.
The "Peach Fuzz" Art Print Collection comes in various themes, from abstract compositions to nature-inspired designs, animal portraits and geometric patterns, available in various sizes, to cater to diverse tastes and interior aesthetics.
A modern take on a classic poster named London Flower Market shows clean illustration style and typography.
From one of their popular Animal Portrait series is a quirky Rabbit portrait wearing a jacket in the Pantone colour of the year Peach Fuzz.
Ink & Drop is a small, family business, with more than 20 years in the creative / design industry.
The imagery is printed onto high quality, 230gsm matt fine art paper, using the latest equipment and archival, fade-resistant inks to create bold artwork. Bespoke artworks can also be made to specific frame requirements.
Sunday 10 December 2023
Colour Forecast: Peach Fuzz the go-to Colour for 2024
This festive season, be forward thinking and go for dreamy peachy pink shades for your interior décor to demonstrate that you're ahead of the game.
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| Rose Quartz Glass Tree lit from within by an LED light from Truffle Tablescapes |
You'll be very much on trend as the colour authority Pantone have announced that their pick for Colour of the Year 2024 is Peach Fuzz - (Pantone 13-1023 to be precise) - a colour described by the colour institute as a comforting hue "softly nestled between pink and orange", chosen to express a yearning for community and coziness so very aptly needed in today's uncertain times.
A hue between pink and orange, this sweet subtle shade in the New Year signals a move towards empathy and understanding.
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| From Lust Home, Life's A Peach wallpaper in Peachy Pinks by designer Millie Putland . |
Tara Rodrigues, award winning interior designer, founder of TR Interiors and winner of Channel 4’s £250,000 Big Interiors Battle, said: “A revival of peach is long overdue. Peach was once commonly used in interiors but as modernism spread, it lost its place in the contemporary home.
“It’s a soothing warm colour and I love pairing it with rich dark hues of blues and greens to create elegant and bold schemes. It’s a great way to soften a scheme making a home feel warm and inviting. For those that don't love pink, peach is a great compromise in a family home adding a touch of femininity without being overpowering. I'd mix peach into a contemporary kitchen or living room scheme for a warm pop of colour to elevate a space.”
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| From Jan Constantine, Sequinned NOEL Cushion |
Textile designer Jan Constantine, of Jan Constantine, said: “Peach Fuzz is a really beautiful colour which feels so right for now. It exudes warmth and cosiness, feels safe and is the perfect back drop shade to saturate a room. Its soft tones work perfectly with other warm hues from the same side of the spectrum – pink, terracotta, orange, yellow and red. Peach Fuzz also works well as a dramatic contrast to black and/or cream, hinting back at the most iconic colours of the Art Deco movement.
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| From Ohpopsi, Riviera Pink Lemonade wallpaper |
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| Hummingbird Rosewood wallpaper from Ohpopsi featuring hummingbirds and lush foliage in a hand-drawn design to create an elegant and serene design to create a calming haven. |
Zoe Eaton, Creative Director at Ohpopsi, said: “Soft and feminine, peach fuzz lifts the spirits. A refreshing tone that will balance any interior space and work with a multitude of different palettes, it’s accessible, friendly and emits an abundance of warmth. It’s a really lovely positive tone and is a colour for everyone!
Tuesday 5 December 2023
Art & Culture: Jesse Darling wins Turner Prize 2023
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| Jesse Darling, who lives and works in Berlin and London, standing among his Turner Prize 2023 installation, currently on show in Eastbourne's Towner until 14 April 2024. Photo: Hello Content |
Congratulations to Jesse Darling, winner of the £25,000 Turner Prize 2023, announced this evening at a ceremony presented by musician, creative and broadcaster Tinie Tempah at Eastbourne’s Winter Garden, adjacent to Towner Eastbourne, the gallery that hosts this year’s prize.
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| (L to R) Tate Britain Director Alex Farquharson; broadcaster Tinie Tempah; Towner Eastbourne CEO Joe Hill and Turner Prize 2023 winner Jesse Darling at the Awards Ceremony. Photo: Victor Frankowski, Hello Content |
Jesse Darling works in sculpture, installation, video, drawing, sound, text and performance, using a "materialist peotics" to explore and reimagine the everyday technologies that represent how we live.
The other three nominees shortlisted for Turner 2023 are British artist Barbara Walker; Rory Pilgrim, who works between the UK and The Netherlands; and London-based Swedish artist Ghislaine Leung.
The jury commended all four nominated artists for their distinct and affecting presentations. Together their varied practices, so well represented in their Turner Prize presentations, are grounded in the realities of the world today, often giving voice to themes of uncertainty and vulnerability. Their work brings immediacy to the issues they respond to, realising these themes in powerful and unexpected ways.
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| Installation view of Jesse Darling's creation at Towner Eastbourne, 2023. Photo: Angus Mill Jesse Darling was commended for his use of materials and commonplace objects like concrete, welded barriers, hazard tape, office files and net curtains, to convey a familiar yet delirious world. His recent practice encompasses sculpture, installation, text and drawing. |
The Turner Prize is one of the best-known visual arts prizes in the world. It aims to promote public debate around new developments in contemporary British art. The prize is awarded to an artist born or based in the UK, for an outstanding exhibition or presentation of their work in the past twelve months.
The Turner Prize 2023 jury commended Jesse Darling for his use of materials and commonplace objects like concrete, welded barriers, hazard tape, office files and net curtains, to convey a familiar yet delirious world. Invoking societal breakdown, his presentation unsettles perceived notions of labour, class, Britishness and power.
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| Installation view of Jesse Darling at Towner Eastbourne, 2023. Nominated for his solo exhibitions No Medals, No Ribbons at Modern Art Oxford and Enclosures at Camden Art Centre, his presentation for this year's Turner Prize took cues from Towner's coastal location n an installation exploring borders, bodies, nationhood and exclusion. Photo: Angus Mill |
The members of the Turner Prize 2023 jury are Martin Clark, Director, Camden Art Centre; Cédric Fauq, Chief Curator, Capc musée d’art contemporain de Bordeaux; Melanie Keen, Director of Wellcome Collection and Helen Nisbet, CEO and Artistic Director, Cromwell Place. The jury is chaired by Alex Farquharson, Director, Tate Britain.
An exhibition of the four shortlisted artists is at Towner Eastbourne until 14 April 2024. It is curated by Noelle Collins, Exhibitions and Offsite Curator at Towner Eastbourne. This year’s prize is presented as part of Towner 100, a year-long celebration of arts and culture across Eastbourne and Sussex marking the centenary of Towner Eastbourne. The seaside town is also hosting a wide-ranging cultural programme - Eastbourne ALIVE - encompassing art installations at public buildings in the town and the re-animation of underused spaces through public art, dance and music events.
Turner Prize 2023 is sponsored by King & McGaw. The education partner is University of Sussex. Turner Prize is supported by Lorna Gradden, Chalk Cliff Trust, The John Browne Charitable Trust and The Uggla Family Foundation. It is also supported in 2023 by Eastbourne Borough Council and East Sussex County Council.
The prize will mark its 40th anniversary next year, returning to Tate Britain in London for the first time since 2018.
Monday 4 December 2023
Fashion exhibition: Blenheim Palace UK announces Icons of British Fashion opening in March 2024
Blenheim Palace* in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England, has announced the line-up of world-caliber designers, fashion houses, and labels that will feature in its biggest exhibition to date, Icons of British Fashion, running from 23rd March until 30th June 2024.
The exhibition will showcase the creative works of an array of legendary designer names from the past through to the present day, featuring bespoke designs and loans from a Who’s Who of the fashion world emcpassing apparel, accessories, archival materials, drawings, photography and patterns, all to be displayed amongst the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s own priceless collections.
Confirmed names to be featured in Icons of British Fashion** will include: Barbour; Bruce Oldfield; Jean Muir; Lulu Guinness; Stella McCartney; Stephen Jones Millinery for Christian Dior; Temperley London; Terry de Havilland; Turnbull & Asser; Vivienne Westwood and Zandra Rhodes.
Additionally, Blenheim Palace will be celebrating the 150th anniversary of the birth of Sir Winston Churchill, the renowned British statesman and Prime Minister. Churchill was born at Blenheim in 1874, and the palace has since been closely associated with his legacy.
Blenheim Palace is one of the largest and most famous houses in the country and holds significant historical and architectural importance.
Kate Ballenger, Keeper of Palace and Collections said: “We are incredibly excited to finally unveil what’s been years in the making; this exhibition will give visitors an insight into the fascinating world of British fashion in such a unique setting.
“Icons of British Fashion is the first of its kind at Blenheim Palace, and to be able to partner with some of the most widely celebrated designers and brands in the world to bring together a collection of garments, accessories and artefacts is something we’re immensely proud of.”
The fashion exhibition will be the latest spectacle at Blenheim Palace following the Royal Connections, Crowns and Coronets in summer 2023 and contemporary art exhibitions by notable artists Ai Weiwei and Maurizio Cattelan Maurizio Cattelan, to name but a few.
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| Blenheim Palace, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, is surrounded by extensive parkland and formal gardens designed by renowned landscape architect Capability Brown. The park includes a lake, wooded areas, and various monuments and follies. |
The palace was designed by Sir John Vanbrugh, an accomplished architect, and it is considered a masterpiece of English Baroque architecture. The design of the palace is notable for its grandeur, symmetry, and the impressive Great Hall.
The palace has been the seat of the Dukes of Marlborough since its completion.
**Admission to the Icons of British Fashion exhibition in 2024 will be free with any valid Blenheim Palace ticket including Palace, Park and Gardens, Park and Gardens, Annual Pass or a Privilege Pass.
All images courtesy of Blenheim Palace
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