Runways and Fundays.......

We had our first fashion show!

I had the idea of a Fashion Show but wanted to raise some money for a local charity too.  I met with Lynne Bennett, Charity Manager from Cash for Kids beginning of January this year.
Lynne is an amazing lady with sheer drive and determination for Cash for Kids, we had a lovely chat and she told me all about Cash for Kids and the work that they do.
Set up in 1997 the charity is underwritten by the Hunter Foundation which means every penny raised goes to the under privileged children who need it most. Over 14,000 children were supported last year alone.  She told me 1 in 5 children in Scotland are living in poverty and most of them have a parent in full time employment which in this day and age is tragic. I'm not on here here to preach but it certainly opened my eyes and although I don't have kids, its touched a raw nerve.

The setting for the event was Si  Italia which created a beautiful backdrop for our cat walk, we had plenty of shopping for the ladies with Scentsations of Troon Elizabeth Arden Ecosse Candles and photographs and booth from Amber Jenkins Photography

On the night we raised £1020.00 from ticket & raffle sales.  I'm really grateful to those who gave up their time, donated raffles and came along and supported myself and Cash for Kids.

Look out for our AW14 Showcase!

                                                       Lynne & I

                                                               Michelle Keegan Playsuit

                                                                Leopard Print Jumpsuit

                                                                     Zig Zag Dress

                                                   Rihanna Jumpsuit

                                                                           Lynne with Lorraine & Jennifer

                                              Cream Layered Grecian Dress

                                              Coral Maxi Dress

1st Year in Business

Yes its our 1st birthday & over the past year women all over the UK (and Australia) have been dipping into our super stylish collection!

To celebrate we have a give-away over on Facebook.

To say your first year in business is a rocky ride would be an understatement. Some days you may as-well have an all day ticket on the "Big One" at  Blackpool Pleasure Beach!

Would I change it........... would I never.

Its the best move I have ever made.  Although I still have a full time job, need to pay the mortgage ( sighs...)
I live and breathe Tallulah Belle, it's all I think about and hopefully next year it will be full time.  I have HUGE plans to put into action.

I've met some lovely, kind, generous people, I realise who has my back and those who don't.  I don't have time for much,

I'm so looking forward to the year ahead, I have a clear vision for the future, I'm working with a great charity, Cash for Kids.  I have a few events planned including our first Fashion Show next month.

Its all very exciting but I honestly couldn't do it without you guys...........  I'm extremely grateful to each and every one of you.

Thank you xx

London Fashion Weekend

Vodafone London Fashion Weekend 2013
Somerset House, Thursday 19 th Sept

Straight off the Easyjet 6.30 am Glasgow to Stansted onto the Express to Liverpool Street Station, I hot-footed the 3 mile walk (in heels) to the venue. Stopping at Pret-a-Manger for a late breakfast.

A newbie to London I was fascinated by the crowds and iconic buildings, like St Paul's Cathedral.

I strolled along Fleet Street to the Strand and in to the "Oh so Beautiful" Somerset House.  I was early but not alone, there was already a queue forming so I joined on and began chatting with other bloggers and fashion lovers!

Goody bag in hand I made my way to the catwalk, I wanted a good seat!
TV Presenter, Stylist and now Fashion Week presenter Angela Scanlon geared up the crowd ready for the first walk.

This season's catwalk featured rising Indian designer "Ashish" as well as a medley of designs on themes as complied by stylist "Pandora Lennard".

The first category was Pretty in Pink which is pretty much self explanatory!! Blush, baby, shocking pinks...

Back to Nature was my favourite, earthy tones, brilliant textures, furs,feathers and scarf's.  I was so wrapped up in this, I forgot to take photographs!  This was my favourite outfit a playsuit, button down the front, the hat with the feather just set it off I was sold, Love a good hat! A bit gutted I never got the front of the outfit but I was in Awe!

Shape Up the third category was bold, a colour mash up of prints.  More high fashion than trend but great to see.

The final category, Victoriana features a lot of black & cream - Damask and lace, probably the most tailored.

The finally ~ the models came round the catwalk applauding the designers and staff, I honestly didn't want to leave!

I know will return year after year!!