Canon and Stella McCartney unveil limited edition camera bag collaboration

Canon and Stella McCartney have unveiled the limited edition Linda camera bag, named after Stella’s mother and specially designed for the Canon EOS 100D White.  The special design collaboration between Canon and Stella McCartney was presented last night at the launch of the 2014 London Stella McCartney Green Carpet Collection during London Fashion Week at a certified sustainable event co-hosted by Livia Firth, Natalie Massenet, Stella McCartney and Anna Wintour. The limited edition camera bag was presented alongside the designer’s exclusive sustainable evening capsule collection. 

True to Stella McCartney’s vegetarian philosophy, the Linda camera bag is said to be completely cruelty free, crafted with an innovative Eco Alter Nappa leather alternative which uses natural vegetable oil coating that is less harmful to the environment. The box shaped bag in a colour combination of matte neutral tones and metallic finish has been custom designed to house the Canon EOS 100D White, the world’s smallest DSLR camera. The chic EOS 100D is the perfect camera for those looking to explore the world of photography, whatever their skill level. 

The camera bag also doubles as a sophisticated everyday handbag featuring an adjustable strap to be worn either over the shoulder or as a handheld tote.

A limited run of 1,000 bags will be produced and will only be available as a special package with the EOS 100D White. Within the UK, the package will be available from Harrods and Selfridges for £1,200.

Stella McCartney said, “Growing up with a mother and a sister who are photographers, I have fond memories of them pulling out cameras from their bags snapping and capturing moments. It was a no brainer to create a bag for this brilliant Canon camera, because it was really exciting to design something fashionable and stylish that encourages people to take photographs.”

Susie Donaldson, Marketing Director at Canon UK and Ireland said, “Photography and fashion have always gone hand-in-hand, with beautiful, evocative imagery at the heart of Fashion Week.”

Moda in Pelle fashion shoes for PPQ catwalk show at LFW

Here are pictures from the fashion show on Friday where fashion footwear brand Moda in Pelle, made its catwalk debut during this season’s London Fashion Week, alongside established designer, PPQ.  

The capsule collection of high shine, snakeskin leather heels and sandals with bold, reflective embellishments, in a number of fresh and futuristic shades, were designed exclusively to complement PPQ’s ‘Space Safari’ show.  

These styles will form part of Moda in Pelle’s Spring Summer 2015 collection and will be available online and from next week.

MODA IN PELLE LONDON FASHION WEEK debut alongside PPQ tomorrow.

Luxury footwear brand, Moda in Pelle, is taking its first step into the high-end fashion arena, by appearing at this September’s London Fashion Week (LFW) in collaboration with established LFW designer brand, PPQ.

High Shine snakeskin leather stiletto from Moda in Pelle's capsule collection which will take centre stage, alongside British fashion brand PPQ, on Friday September 12th - the opening day of London Fashion Week.  

Moda in Pelle will make its catwalk debut alongside established PPQ, with a selection of high shine snakeskin leather heels, sandals and boots - designed exclusively to complement the show’s fresh and futuristic style.

The collaboration between Moda in Pelle and PPQ signals exciting developments in the growth of the 40 year old British shoe brand, which, in the last year alone, has grown its retail portfolio with the opening of 24 new concessions.

Moda in Pelle’s LFW SS15 collection will be available online and in stores nationwide in early 2015.

Amy Molyneaux founder of PPQ commented: “The collection we are showing at LFW is a clean and beautiful version of the PPQ girl with fresh shades, high shine and lots of reflection throughout. Accessories are futuristic and modern and the Moda in Pelle collection finishes off the designs perfectly.”

Commenting on the collaboration, Laura Fisher at Moda in Pelle said: “Our passion for detail, quality and handmade design is evident throughout this capsule collection of snakeskin, holographic leather shoes with heavy embellishments. It’s been a valuable experience for our designers to work with Amy, as it’s enabled them to integrate their own creative ideas with Amy’s experience and come up with an extremely eye catching collection. We are confident the designs will be a huge success when we launch them as part of the SS15 collection.”

Clarks and Orla Kiely collaboration takes on 60s and 70s spin

Model wears Orla Dotty.

After a successful collaboration for Spring/Summer 2014, British shoemakers since 1825 Clarks is once again collaborating with designer Orla Kiely for Autumn/Winter 2014 now available in store and on-line.  

With a contemporary spin on 60s and 70s design, the capsule collection spans six styles.

Love the rich autumnal shades, brogue detailing, soft leathers, and pony hair.  Part retro, part timeless.  

Orla Daphne boots.

Orla Dixie boots.

Orla Dora

Note the chunky block heels and use of square buckles and bold round buttons.

Meanwhile Westfield UK Launches Latest Fashion Project - ‘AW14: The Talking Points’ is all about shoes.

Above, winning styles from smart to casual broques - from Clarks's AW2014 collection. Note the combination of leather with tweedy fabrics.  Iconic classics refreshed into contemporary styles.
Product Photos by Lucia Carpio for My Fashion Connect.

Heels vs. Flats - flat shoes have long felt like the poor relative to leg-lengthening, party-going high heels.  

But the tides have turned. With the catwalk awashed with trainers, brogues, loafers and slippers.

Westfield UK - Europe's largest urban shopping centre in London’s White City/Shepherd Bush – has launched a new fashion project: an energetic, feel-good film on Heels vs Flat Shoes, created by Sean Frank.

Team ‘flat’s’ take on team ‘heels’ in a dance competition, which shows the extensive range of shoes at Westfield, referencing 70’s dance shows Soul Train, ads of the 90’s and RnB videos.  

WATCH the video by clicking here.  

Pritch London leather fashion celebrates Duality with bold statements!

London as a major fashion capital continues to attract designers and creative people from around the world to use it as their career launching pad.


Russian-born Arina started her London-based label Pritch a couple of years ago and already counts stockists not just in London but also in Russia (naturally), Kiev and Paris.

Previewing her autumn/winter 2014 collection - entitled New Order - to members of the press a couple of days ago (at the Wolf & Badger boutique), Arina continues to showcase her knack for combining the duality of rock harmony with classic chic in her new collection of leather fashion.

Here she models one of hers (and mine) favourite jackets made in supple leather and wool.
Another design with zipped pockets cleverly features removable peplums and epaulet details, thus allowing the wearer to change the look as she sees fit.

Also one my favourites is a zipped cape that is layered over a leather jacket.

Also exciting are Arina's bold-coloured numbers.   I also love the electric blue one.

Fringes also feature in a few of her designs.

Wooing me seductively is this red cape with fringes and another poised on a mannequin showing off long fringes at the back of the jacket shielding a revealing cut-out.  Perfect for the modern rock chick.

 The front of the jacket is cut in a flattering shape.

All Pritch London designs are made in  Italy,  Arina said she will add leather trousers and accessories in the next collection.
All photos by Lucia Carpio for My Fashion Connect. 

London Fashion Week launching soon - 12 - 16 September.

We are on the verge of another new season of London Fashion Week.  

Shopping destinations in the capital and retailers are showing their full support to celebrate   the creativity that culminates in London Fashion Week. 
Oxford Street is no exception where banners are flying high there.

Photos by Lucia Carpio for My Fashion Connect.

Cashmere World Forum in Hong Kong in Sept. Early bird registration offer ending on Aug. 5th

Perrine Ardouin, Event Director of Cashmere World is inviting you to attend the Cashmere World Forum to be held in Hong Kong from 25 - 26 September 2014 

where you will be able to: 

- Network with key professionals of the Fashion industry

- Learn about the latest developments in the Cashmere and Fine Fibres industry

- Discuss the key issues facing your business in terms of sourcing, branding and marketing cashmere

- Hear opinions about how the high price of cashmere may affect quality and prices

Registration online is now live and the early bird offer is ending on September 5th.

For the 3rd consecutive year in Hong Kong, this Forum has brought together industry leaders and experts to exchange ideas on the challenges facing the cashmere industry and its supply chain. Remember that the Cashmere World Forum is a unique event as it is the only one dedicated to this exclusive sector which is an important element in the broader luxury industry.

In this edition, key topics will include:

- Branding of cashmere

- Sustainability and Environmental issues

- Latest technologies

- Exploring producing markets

- Retailing Cashmere: designing a cashmere collection, the example of DKNY

- Trends forecasts by fashion textile expert from Italy

- For the first time this year the Cashmere World Forum opens its scope to include other fine fibres and we will learn how the Mohair industry established their Mohair Mark.

Renowned experts from Australia, Afghanistan, China, Hong Kong, Iran, Italy, Kyrgyz Republic, Mongolia, South Africa, UK and the US will present their latest market, technology and trends updates.  To name a few:-

- Karl Spilhaus, President of Cashmere and Camel Hair Manufacturers Institute (CCMI), USA

- Dr. Bruce McGregor, Senior Research Fellow - Fibre Science and Technology , Australian Centre for Future Fibre Research Institute for Frontier Materials, Deakin University, Australia

- Carol Kerven, Founder and Director of the UK-based Odessa Centre, UK

- Abdul Basir Hotak, President of Herati Cashmere & Skin Processing Plant (HCS) based in Herat Province, Afghanistan

- Ornella Bignami, Creative Director of Elementi Moda, Italy

- Paula Cheng, Fashion Designer based in New York

An Advisory Committee has been established with members from diverse backgrounds including scientists, anthropologists, breeders, buyers, traders and fashion designers. Their experience and knowledge represent an unprecedented wealth of expertise that should benefit the whole trade.

Perrine Ardouin, Event Director of Cashmere World says: “We also wish to emphasise that the early bird offer is ending on 5 Sept.  Interested parties can register online and reserve their seats today.  As the Forum will be held alongside the Cashmere World  and Fashion Access trade fairs, attendees will be able to view fashion accessories, garment products and design trends all under one roof.”

For the full programme and speakers, please click the icons below.