Manchester Fashion Week uses an award winning team of make up artists, stylists and backstage co ordinators to ensure your show is a runway success.
We have 8 years experience in putting together fashion shows and work with the best in the industry. We champion small designers and those starting out in the industry to enable them to springboard their career to new heights, We work closely with the media to ensure our event is well publicised and guarantee a sell out on every night of the show and we promote modes with a healthy BMI, size 6-16 with no upper age limit
We have 8 years experience in putting together fashion shows and work with the best in the industry. We champion small designers and those starting out in the industry to enable them to springboard their career to new heights, We work closely with the media to ensure our event is well publicised and guarantee a sell out on every night of the show and we promote modes with a healthy BMI, size 6-16 with no upper age limit
COCO LALA
Coco LaLa is a haute couture lingerie brand focusing on making everyone that wears Coco Lala products feel very sexy and empowered. Aimed at women of all ages, shapes and sizes, designer Kirsty Marke started designing fine lingerie after discovering it was difficult for her to find good quality lingeries in versatile sizes that made women feel sexy without the celebrity price tag attached. Her new collection is called SLAY
www.cocoolala.co.uk
Coco LaLa is a haute couture lingerie brand focusing on making everyone that wears Coco Lala products feel very sexy and empowered. Aimed at women of all ages, shapes and sizes, designer Kirsty Marke started designing fine lingerie after discovering it was difficult for her to find good quality lingeries in versatile sizes that made women feel sexy without the celebrity price tag attached. Her new collection is called SLAY
www.cocoolala.co.uk
AUDER LOOKS
Auderlooks is a women's wear brand specialising in curvy women from size 10 to 24. We understand the shape of a woman with curves. We design and create our own clothes for occasional and formal wear clothing.
Auderlooks was founded by Miss Audrey who was inspired about her own experience in finding the right style, shaped like many women finding clothes that fit like a glove was not always an easy process, with a small upper body and a bigger lower body finding clothes that made her feel as confident and glamorous as others was difficult.
Breaking barriers in fashion is our aim and allowing every woman to feel confident, Auderlooks is inspired by red celebrity styles and evening gowns from the
Auderlooks is for the curvy girls but not necessarily plus size women but all women who are built with a shape that is not one size fits all but, women’s wear brand specialising in custom made clothing exclusively for curvy women, with dresses starting from size 10.
There is so much more to a ladies' style and working on making women confident in what we wear is what is important to us.
Auderlooks is a women's wear brand specialising in curvy women from size 10 to 24. We understand the shape of a woman with curves. We design and create our own clothes for occasional and formal wear clothing.
Auderlooks was founded by Miss Audrey who was inspired about her own experience in finding the right style, shaped like many women finding clothes that fit like a glove was not always an easy process, with a small upper body and a bigger lower body finding clothes that made her feel as confident and glamorous as others was difficult.
Breaking barriers in fashion is our aim and allowing every woman to feel confident, Auderlooks is inspired by red celebrity styles and evening gowns from the
Auderlooks is for the curvy girls but not necessarily plus size women but all women who are built with a shape that is not one size fits all but, women’s wear brand specialising in custom made clothing exclusively for curvy women, with dresses starting from size 10.
There is so much more to a ladies' style and working on making women confident in what we wear is what is important to us.
FRUITBATS & SCREWBALLS
Deborah Wilkinson is an ethical fashion designer from Yorkshire who has also caught the attention of international fashion pundits after the launch of her debut collection in Liverpool last year
She has had no formal training but after her collection was posted on instagram she received comments from the daughter of Vera Wang. Deborah taught to sew from a very young age by her grandmother who spent all of her working life in the very finest Jewish tailoring establishments in Leeds working her way up to head machinist and chief pattern cutter.
She left her job 2 years ago and started sewing from her home and is now looking to supply couture boutiques across the region. she uses the finest British made textiles and is keen to send out that message that all her material is ethically sourced in the UK.
" I was taught from a young age that cheap clothes come at a cost and most often that goes hand in hand with human exploitation /sweatshops and a great lack of respect towards nature the one thing that sustains everyone. My grand mother was very much in touch with what was happening within the tailoring trade and use to talk about it as it effected them as they started to lose work to over seas to cheaper and un ethical factories and she spoke of child labour way back then just before she retired. I learnt early that cheap is not good to humans or the earth.
www.fruitbatsandscrewballs.com
Deborah Wilkinson is an ethical fashion designer from Yorkshire who has also caught the attention of international fashion pundits after the launch of her debut collection in Liverpool last year
She has had no formal training but after her collection was posted on instagram she received comments from the daughter of Vera Wang. Deborah taught to sew from a very young age by her grandmother who spent all of her working life in the very finest Jewish tailoring establishments in Leeds working her way up to head machinist and chief pattern cutter.
She left her job 2 years ago and started sewing from her home and is now looking to supply couture boutiques across the region. she uses the finest British made textiles and is keen to send out that message that all her material is ethically sourced in the UK.
" I was taught from a young age that cheap clothes come at a cost and most often that goes hand in hand with human exploitation /sweatshops and a great lack of respect towards nature the one thing that sustains everyone. My grand mother was very much in touch with what was happening within the tailoring trade and use to talk about it as it effected them as they started to lose work to over seas to cheaper and un ethical factories and she spoke of child labour way back then just before she retired. I learnt early that cheap is not good to humans or the earth.
www.fruitbatsandscrewballs.com
FLENCIROSE DESIGNS
Flencirose Basera is a Zimbabwean born fashion designer based in Manchester, UK. She credits her inspiration to her rich cultural and vibrant African background and heritage! Her Mother Maggie has been her greatest influence. Flencirose’s designs bring out the depth and strength of endurance and harmony within! Her distinctive flattering designs exude natural beauty, strength & style for the predominant female body shape. The merging of tailoring, unique techniques and fabric application with culture and edgy, unique and fun trendsetters is what describes her designs.
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Flencirose Basera is a Zimbabwean born fashion designer based in Manchester, UK. She credits her inspiration to her rich cultural and vibrant African background and heritage! Her Mother Maggie has been her greatest influence. Flencirose’s designs bring out the depth and strength of endurance and harmony within! Her distinctive flattering designs exude natural beauty, strength & style for the predominant female body shape. The merging of tailoring, unique techniques and fabric application with culture and edgy, unique and fun trendsetters is what describes her designs.
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DONNA MARINA
Want victorious, something different to the usual for your Exciting Night Out, for Your Powerful Performance or Important Event or just simply feel Happy and Confident? As a Fashion designer and atelier brand Donna Marina specializes in tailored made design and stylish outfits. With a wide selection of dresses, blazers, skirts, shorts and more, you are sure to stand out from the crowd.
www.donnamarina.com
Want victorious, something different to the usual for your Exciting Night Out, for Your Powerful Performance or Important Event or just simply feel Happy and Confident? As a Fashion designer and atelier brand Donna Marina specializes in tailored made design and stylish outfits. With a wide selection of dresses, blazers, skirts, shorts and more, you are sure to stand out from the crowd.
www.donnamarina.com
SAUCE & BROWN
Sauce & Brown was started in April 2014 as an ecommerce Menswear Brand, by Anthony Wallis & Andrew Frogson
Based in North Nottinghamshire, & having been in the Textile Industry for many years, we felt it was time to offer affordable yet exclusive Menswear.
All products are produced in a quantity of One Hundred, & when its gone, its gone. Our USP is that all products are Limited Edition.
In a world of six billion, we think its pretty cool to be One of One Hundred
https://sauceandbrown.com
Sauce & Brown was started in April 2014 as an ecommerce Menswear Brand, by Anthony Wallis & Andrew Frogson
Based in North Nottinghamshire, & having been in the Textile Industry for many years, we felt it was time to offer affordable yet exclusive Menswear.
All products are produced in a quantity of One Hundred, & when its gone, its gone. Our USP is that all products are Limited Edition.
In a world of six billion, we think its pretty cool to be One of One Hundred
https://sauceandbrown.com
VA-VALICIOUS
Va-Valicious is a new plus size ladies fashion online retailer. We have an online shop showcasing fabulous plus size fashion, accessories and shoes and bags. The high street and some online shops are lacking in style, shape and variety she it comes to curvaceous women. We will be showcasing some beautiful fashion trends for all occasions. We cater for all sizes and ages. Our accessories compliment all our outfits and are unique and flattering. In addition they won't break your bank balance!
www.va-valicious.co.uk
Va-Valicious is a new plus size ladies fashion online retailer. We have an online shop showcasing fabulous plus size fashion, accessories and shoes and bags. The high street and some online shops are lacking in style, shape and variety she it comes to curvaceous women. We will be showcasing some beautiful fashion trends for all occasions. We cater for all sizes and ages. Our accessories compliment all our outfits and are unique and flattering. In addition they won't break your bank balance!
www.va-valicious.co.uk
AJA-MARIE DESIGN
Lisa Wallace was born on Jamaica’s beautiful north coast in the parish of Trelawny. At school it was track and field and netball that grabbed her attention. But when she left school she was encouraged to look at the world of fashion and modeling. Spotted by Saint International Agency in Kingston, Lisa went on to model and do work locally and internationally. Lisa has worked on reality TV shows and done top-model shows both in the Caribbean and London.
With a keen eye for design Lisa’s time on the catwalks has prepared her well when it comes to realizing her ideas. She is often seen wearing her own creations. Her latest range of swimwear, ‘7Mile’ was inspired by the vibrant colours on Negril’s famous stretch of beach in Jamaica. The range was first revealed at The Ocean Style Fashion Showcase in Montego Bay in November last year.
Recently married to British farmer Edward Packe-Drury-Lowe, Lisa spends her time between the UK and Jamaica working on Aja-Marie Design..
Lisa Wallace was born on Jamaica’s beautiful north coast in the parish of Trelawny. At school it was track and field and netball that grabbed her attention. But when she left school she was encouraged to look at the world of fashion and modeling. Spotted by Saint International Agency in Kingston, Lisa went on to model and do work locally and internationally. Lisa has worked on reality TV shows and done top-model shows both in the Caribbean and London.
With a keen eye for design Lisa’s time on the catwalks has prepared her well when it comes to realizing her ideas. She is often seen wearing her own creations. Her latest range of swimwear, ‘7Mile’ was inspired by the vibrant colours on Negril’s famous stretch of beach in Jamaica. The range was first revealed at The Ocean Style Fashion Showcase in Montego Bay in November last year.
Recently married to British farmer Edward Packe-Drury-Lowe, Lisa spends her time between the UK and Jamaica working on Aja-Marie Design..
KC Dainty; founded by Charlene in 2015 is the 'dainty' business specialising in handmade bespoke jewellery. Collections include harness, bibs, chokers and crowns, plus much more.
Initially Charlene (the C in KC Dainty) became interested in creating jewellery whilst on maternity leave for herself and as gifts for friends & family. It became clear very quickly that Charlene had a natural gift and passion for creating beautiful pieces of statement jewellery and her business began to flourish on social media.
Charlene, who has built up her business whilst raising her son; the K in KC Dainty & motivation behind her growing success, carefully hand picks all materials to ensure they are of the highest quality and in the past has created a range of nicol free costume pieces.
The KC Dainty brand is renowned for rare and exclusive pieces and in addition to the UK is popular as far away as Dubai and United States. Charlene also like to embrace her spiritual side and many of the beautiful neckwear & headwear feature crystals and precious stones.
Each item is delicately handmade as a one off piece and therefore no two are ever the same. KC dainty sets are perfect for all occasions and all ages. Whether it's a night out to enhance that little black dress, a special formal occasion, a gift, weddings or simply because you want to stand out from the crowd.
For more information please contact via email [email protected]
Initially Charlene (the C in KC Dainty) became interested in creating jewellery whilst on maternity leave for herself and as gifts for friends & family. It became clear very quickly that Charlene had a natural gift and passion for creating beautiful pieces of statement jewellery and her business began to flourish on social media.
Charlene, who has built up her business whilst raising her son; the K in KC Dainty & motivation behind her growing success, carefully hand picks all materials to ensure they are of the highest quality and in the past has created a range of nicol free costume pieces.
The KC Dainty brand is renowned for rare and exclusive pieces and in addition to the UK is popular as far away as Dubai and United States. Charlene also like to embrace her spiritual side and many of the beautiful neckwear & headwear feature crystals and precious stones.
Each item is delicately handmade as a one off piece and therefore no two are ever the same. KC dainty sets are perfect for all occasions and all ages. Whether it's a night out to enhance that little black dress, a special formal occasion, a gift, weddings or simply because you want to stand out from the crowd.
For more information please contact via email [email protected]
AKANI
Diana Ntimane craftsmanship was formed from an early age. At age 13 years in Africa her needlework was shown around as a best example around the school. In 2013 she won the recycling competition in Dublin.She has designed for celebrities and seen beauty contestants winning wearing Akani Clothing brand. She has won best evening wear of the Ultimate beauty Miss Uk & Ireland 2014. Akani Brand has an exciting Spring summer collection. Unique eye catching pieces from the inspired by the love of uniqueness by mixing different cultural backgrounds with nature. AKANI collection is full of beautifully constructed garments,unique cuts,for the sophisticated woman. Akani will be showcasing the spring summer 2017 together with autum winter 2017/18
Diana Ntimane craftsmanship was formed from an early age. At age 13 years in Africa her needlework was shown around as a best example around the school. In 2013 she won the recycling competition in Dublin.She has designed for celebrities and seen beauty contestants winning wearing Akani Clothing brand. She has won best evening wear of the Ultimate beauty Miss Uk & Ireland 2014. Akani Brand has an exciting Spring summer collection. Unique eye catching pieces from the inspired by the love of uniqueness by mixing different cultural backgrounds with nature. AKANI collection is full of beautifully constructed garments,unique cuts,for the sophisticated woman. Akani will be showcasing the spring summer 2017 together with autum winter 2017/18
MAMMA MANCO
MAMA MANCO is a British designer with Peruvian origins. owner Victor Carpio says, "Every summer holiday I would travel to Peru to visit my family and every time I would travel I would return with strong withdrawal symptoms, because Peru had infected me with its vast beauty and incredible richness and variety in terms of its food, landscapes, textiles, resources, artisan and culture. I would feel obliged to share my experiences with my friends to give them the closest sense of what I felt when I was there, I felt so amazed by the place and had so much affection for Peru that I wanted them to be there even though they were not."
This feeling and enthusiasm for Peru remained and as I became an entrepreneur, I saw the opportunity held by Peru with its quality materials and its deep culture. Therefore using my initiative and skills I created a medium to bring these two worlds together and deliver an offering that extracts these expert goods to generate the experience of the Peruvian culture looking through a European lens. We strive to from a community, sharing music, art, artisan goods, clothing, food, through organised events and the power of the internet.
The affection I have for Peru motivates me to nurture it and improve the development of the country. Unfortunately there is a lot of work to do but a drop in the ocean still creates a ripple; we organise humanitarian projects to improve the wellbeing of citizens of Peru and alleviate the poverty and rise the hope of the people. The power of the ripple can transform into a wave, let us ride the current as a unit to reduce the distance of the idealistic world and the one we live in.
MAMA MANCO is a British designer with Peruvian origins. owner Victor Carpio says, "Every summer holiday I would travel to Peru to visit my family and every time I would travel I would return with strong withdrawal symptoms, because Peru had infected me with its vast beauty and incredible richness and variety in terms of its food, landscapes, textiles, resources, artisan and culture. I would feel obliged to share my experiences with my friends to give them the closest sense of what I felt when I was there, I felt so amazed by the place and had so much affection for Peru that I wanted them to be there even though they were not."
This feeling and enthusiasm for Peru remained and as I became an entrepreneur, I saw the opportunity held by Peru with its quality materials and its deep culture. Therefore using my initiative and skills I created a medium to bring these two worlds together and deliver an offering that extracts these expert goods to generate the experience of the Peruvian culture looking through a European lens. We strive to from a community, sharing music, art, artisan goods, clothing, food, through organised events and the power of the internet.
The affection I have for Peru motivates me to nurture it and improve the development of the country. Unfortunately there is a lot of work to do but a drop in the ocean still creates a ripple; we organise humanitarian projects to improve the wellbeing of citizens of Peru and alleviate the poverty and rise the hope of the people. The power of the ripple can transform into a wave, let us ride the current as a unit to reduce the distance of the idealistic world and the one we live in.
NORDIK LIGHT
Nordik Light was founded in October 2005 by Mari-Ann Pesula, who is the owner, director and creative force behind the company. She has been designing fashion jewellery ever since, supplying numerous High Street fashion brands throughout the years. Finally she has decided to take her extensive fashion design experience, and bring the Nordik Light brand to life, showing all of her fantastic designs to the world.
Mari-Ann was born in Sweden, and spent her childhood and early adult years among the wild nature in the very north of the country. She moved to the UK bringing her Swedish heritage with her, which is duly reflected in the name of the company she founded all those years ago.
Mari-Ann is poised to branch out into the design and sale of a new range of items, including handbags, scarves and other fashion accessories, that will become part of the expanded Nordik Light brand offering.
Nordik Light gets it’s name from the Aurora Borealis, which also is referred to as Northern Lights. You can experience this phenomenon lighting up the sky during the polar night winter, which only occurs in the arctic region of our planet.
From this breathtaking area of the world, where winter brings darkness for almost 24 hours a day, and the midnight sun lights up the summer around the clock, Mari-Ann draws the inspiration for many of her styles. The colours and feel of her designs are equally unique to the area from which she draws her inspiration from.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nordiklight/
Nordik Light was founded in October 2005 by Mari-Ann Pesula, who is the owner, director and creative force behind the company. She has been designing fashion jewellery ever since, supplying numerous High Street fashion brands throughout the years. Finally she has decided to take her extensive fashion design experience, and bring the Nordik Light brand to life, showing all of her fantastic designs to the world.
Mari-Ann was born in Sweden, and spent her childhood and early adult years among the wild nature in the very north of the country. She moved to the UK bringing her Swedish heritage with her, which is duly reflected in the name of the company she founded all those years ago.
Mari-Ann is poised to branch out into the design and sale of a new range of items, including handbags, scarves and other fashion accessories, that will become part of the expanded Nordik Light brand offering.
Nordik Light gets it’s name from the Aurora Borealis, which also is referred to as Northern Lights. You can experience this phenomenon lighting up the sky during the polar night winter, which only occurs in the arctic region of our planet.
From this breathtaking area of the world, where winter brings darkness for almost 24 hours a day, and the midnight sun lights up the summer around the clock, Mari-Ann draws the inspiration for many of her styles. The colours and feel of her designs are equally unique to the area from which she draws her inspiration from.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nordiklight/
FABRIKK
Fabrikk is a new luxury brand of accessories with a strong focus on the latest tech materials, ethical sourcing and quality manufacturing in the UK. Founded in 2013 by British product designer Kate Pearson; following her passion for product design and new materials.
Fabrikk launched online in August 2016 with the Vela cross-body bag; the first handbag to feature a new technology in LED illuminating materials inside solving the struggle of finding things at night. Combined with new eco and vegan-friendly cork ‘leathers’; the Vela is a completely unique concept to market.
Since launch Fabrikk has also gone into production with matching cork flat caps and baker boy hats with some smaller cork accessories coming very soon. Fabrikk products are popping up in boutiques in London and the North. They have just been awarded PeTA approval and are up for nomination for three awards at the Made in Yorkshire Awards 2017 in April.
Fabrikk is a new luxury brand of accessories with a strong focus on the latest tech materials, ethical sourcing and quality manufacturing in the UK. Founded in 2013 by British product designer Kate Pearson; following her passion for product design and new materials.
Fabrikk launched online in August 2016 with the Vela cross-body bag; the first handbag to feature a new technology in LED illuminating materials inside solving the struggle of finding things at night. Combined with new eco and vegan-friendly cork ‘leathers’; the Vela is a completely unique concept to market.
Since launch Fabrikk has also gone into production with matching cork flat caps and baker boy hats with some smaller cork accessories coming very soon. Fabrikk products are popping up in boutiques in London and the North. They have just been awarded PeTA approval and are up for nomination for three awards at the Made in Yorkshire Awards 2017 in April.
UNCOMMON ROUTES
Uncommon Routes is a new apparel brand inspired by the 3-letter codes assigned to every airport in the world. Sometimes outrageous, always entertaining, Uncommon Routes is the brainchild of two North American designers who have previously worked with leading fashion brands including Chanel, Victoria’s Secret, Levi Strauss and Timberland. The team also created the P.Don character – a satirical take on President Donald T. – featured in another collection showing at Manchester Fashion Week.
Uncommon Routes couldn’t be prouder to launch at Manchester Fashion Week and is delighted to be part of the UK’s leading regional fashion event. To celebrate the launch, Uncommon Routes has designed an exclusive Manchester Fashion Week collection. And Fashion Week attendees enjoy a special 10% discount on all apparel at www.uncommonroutes.com with code TEN OFF, which corresponds to a 7,403 mile flight from Tongren, China to Omaha, Nebraska.
Uncommon Routes is a new apparel brand inspired by the 3-letter codes assigned to every airport in the world. Sometimes outrageous, always entertaining, Uncommon Routes is the brainchild of two North American designers who have previously worked with leading fashion brands including Chanel, Victoria’s Secret, Levi Strauss and Timberland. The team also created the P.Don character – a satirical take on President Donald T. – featured in another collection showing at Manchester Fashion Week.
Uncommon Routes couldn’t be prouder to launch at Manchester Fashion Week and is delighted to be part of the UK’s leading regional fashion event. To celebrate the launch, Uncommon Routes has designed an exclusive Manchester Fashion Week collection. And Fashion Week attendees enjoy a special 10% discount on all apparel at www.uncommonroutes.com with code TEN OFF, which corresponds to a 7,403 mile flight from Tongren, China to Omaha, Nebraska.
