Mando Diao Klaus Wowereit - BREAD & BUTTER

Brilliant BREAD & BUTTER opening with Mando Diao Klaus Wowereit in his opening speech: “It’s going to be a blast!
Yesterday, the opening of the BREAD & BUTTER – tradeshow for selected brands and its return to Berlin were celebrated by 3,500 international exhibitors and trade visitors in the packed Columbiahalle in Berlin.The Governing Mayor of Berlin, Klaus Wowereit, in his opening speech: “Friends of BREAD & BUTTER, welcome to Berlin! It’s wonderful – after a few years in Barcelona, you’re back in Berlin! We are sure that BBB will be a great success in Tempelhof! It’s going to be a blast! We’re glad you’re back!”The evening’s big highlight was the one-hour performance by Mando Diao, which set the B&B Community in high spirits. The Columbiahalle was sizzling when the Swedes played their worldwide hit “Dance With Somebody”.Karl-Heinz Müller, Managing Director of BREAD & BUTTER: “That was a very big evening, pure rock’n’roll in the BREAD & BUTTER style! The Mando Diao guys played a sensational concert, our international guests were thrilled. The opening evening was the perfect kick-off: now, the business can begin!”The Opening Reception is a permanent feature of the tradeshow for selected brands: to the traditional Meet & Greet of the first tradeshow day, the industry meets in order to have the first talks and to establish contacts – but also in order to celebrate together and to tune for BREAD & BUTTER! In the past, top acts such as The Hives, Editors, Chikinki, Sugarplum Fairy and many more performed live at BREAD & BUTTER.BREAD & BUTTER is the international leading fair for Street- and Urbanwear, and takes place from 1-3 July in the historical airport Berlin-Tempelhof.Berlin, 1st July 2009Press Contacts BREAD & BUTTERCatharina BerndtManager PR & Communicationcatharina.berndt@breadandbutter.comFon +49 (0)30 400 44 160Nadine SanchezJunior Manager PR & Communicationnadine.sanchez@breadandbutter.comFon +49 (0)30 400 44 195

14 oz. Presents THE MEGAPOLIS TOUR/ Ma. Strum and Dockers - BREAD & BUTTER BERLIN

Timeless and wearable functionality
Ma. Strum and Dockers move into the 2nd floor at the 14 oz. store during BREAD & BUTTER BERLIN
In the course of social change over the last few years, many end-consumers have developed a stronger desire for authenticity and sustainability.The 14 oz. Store has recognised this trend very early on and, since its opening in July 2008, has made it its priority to present brands whose philosophy is based on values such as tradition, originality and authenticity.14 oz. is very happy to present the label Ma.Strum as part of the leading fashion trade fare BREAD & BUTTER BERLIN framework: Ma.Strum will be exhibiting its current menswear collection from Juy 1st - July 3rd, 2009 on the 2nd floor of 14 oz. Under management of Donrad Duncan, the label combines classic, traditional cuts with innovative high-tech materials and so creates optimal wearability and clear, timeless fashion kudos.Duncan, the former creative director for the line Victorinox/ Swiss Army, continues on the heritage of the great Massimo Osti (Stone Island, Cp Company) with his own menswear collection Ma.Strum. The functional timelessness of his designs inspires a broad, fashion conscious audience that places equal importance on sustainability, value and wearability alike. Alongside Ma.Strum, Dockers ® will present its K1-Khaki Museum in the premises. The brand Dockers ® has a long history and tradition to show for itself: since 1906, Levi's, under the label Sunset (later Dockers), has produced Chinos. Its comfortable ease of wear combined with the casual aesthetic has made this design a timeless fashion classic, surpassing short term trends till this day. Dockers ® K1 - Limited Edition picks up on the design of the Chino from the late 30s and has now brought out a very limited edition of 1000 pair worldwide.With its K - 1 Limited Edition, Dockers ® displays half a century of Khaki history on the 2nd floor of 14 oz. Special guest Sir Henry Lumsden III. will take you on a journey through time – from the origin of K - 1 through to its design interpretation today." We are very pleased that Ma.Strum and Dockers ® have decided to present their collection to an international industry clientele on the exclusive 2nd floor of the 14 oz. premises during BREAD & BUTTER BERLIN", states Karl-Heinz Müller. "The extraordinary collection, designed from the original design drafts, fits in perfectly with the remarkable and very exclusive setting of the 14 oz. 2nd floor." The 2nd floor belonging to 14 oz convinces through its outstanding and classic timeless interior. The total of four rooms of the restored apartment each resemble a certain motto. The vintage room’s hand-laid riveted floor and original trellised-cupboard takes you back in time, the lady’s salon enchants with pastel tones and original Biedermeier furniture and the men’s salon evokes an atmosphere of an old British club, endowed with a Persian rug and a Chesterfield suite.The special ambience perfectly matches the labels build on tradition – Ma.Strum and Dockers ®: authentic collections meet an exclusive stage. Dockers Khaki Museum and the Ma.Strum collection exhibit 14 oz. Store 2nd Floor Neue Schönhauser Str. 13 10178 Berlinwww.14oz-berlin.comStore Manager Daniel Werner d.werner@14oz-berlin.com PR & Marketing Mosch Khanedani m.khanedani@14oz-berlin.com fon: +49 (0) 30 280 40 537

14 oz. Presents THE MEGAPOLIS TOUR
Big opening of an exhibition series presenting young and urban international photography.The Megapolis Tour will introduce the 14 cities destined to be the largest by 2020. Different photographers will each choose a city and present their personal view of the so-called “Megapolis” landscape: its architecture, its youth, its feel, its trends and movements…On a monthly term we will portray exciting cities such as Lagos, Buenos Aires, Tokyo and many more. The exhibition series kicks off with New York City – seen through the eyes of Peer Kugler.We cordially invite you to join the vernissage of this extraordinary exhibition.Wednesday, July 1st, 2009, from 7 - 9 pm14 oz. storeNeue Schönhauser Str. 1310178 Berlin, Germany+49(0)30/28040514www.14oz-berlin.comwww.megapolistour.comA Project by s1 architektur and barthouse culture concepts,under the patronage of Fourteen Ounce Berlin GmbH (14 oz.).

BREAD & BUTTER BERLIN

BREAD & BUTTER’S COMING HOME:A smooth precision landingThe Street and Urbanwear trade show, which took place from 01- 03 July, 2009 in Berlin, ended last Friday with a brilliant result. The return of BREAD & BUTTER to it hometown under the motto BERLIN, BERLIN, BREAD & BUTTER, BERLIN was a complete success.Karl-Heinz Müller, Managing Director of BREAD & BUTTER: “The return to Berlin was the right decision at the right time. In Barcelona, BREAD & BUTTER advanced to become the internationally leading trade show – now, we have brought this strength back to Berlin with us.”The grounds of the former airport Berlin-Tempelhof, named “the mother of all airports” by Lord Norman Foster, have impressed, enthused and inspired exhibitors and trade visitors alike. The logistic conditions of the c-shaped building complex are excellent. The easily accessible and central location in the heart of Berlin significantly facilitates the visitor’s journey and work. Berlin’s enormous hotel capacities were nearly fully booked, and room booking on short notice was hardly possible anymore.The visitor quality was on a level not reached up to now, also due to the extended entrance controls. The visitor profile was trade-relevant and professional throughout – the working atmosphere was bustling and focused.Karl-Heinz Müller: “From now on, we will not publish our absolute visitor numbers anymore, visitor records are irrelevant. It is the quality of our exhibitors and visitors that comes first – and this is what we will continue to work on determinedly.”“Based on scanner data, every one of our exhibitors can measure, control and analyse the own individual result. The buyer is aware of the leading role of BREAD & BUTTER as the international leading trade show and of its importance as the source for information and buying. Everyone present at the last event witnessed the strength and force of BREAD & BUTTER BERLIN. Our exhibitors and visitors from all over the world were throughout satisfied with the event, even euphoric.”The BREAD & BUTTER trade visitor profile was very international. A little more than one third of the visitors came from Germany. The strongest countries were Italy (13%), Benelux (9%), Great Britain (7%), Spain/Portugal (5.5%), France (5%), Scandinavia (4%), Switzerland (3%), Austria (2%), Turkey (2%) and Greece (1.5%). The Eastern European countries and Russia were present with ca. 4%. From overseas, mainly the USA, Canada, Brazil, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Hong Kong, China and India, came nearly 6% of the visitors. All in all, visitors from ca. 100 countries could be welcomed. Therewith, BREAD & BUTTER has proved itself also in Berlin as the leading international tradeshow in the Street- and Urbanwear segment. Buyers from the most important houses from all over the world were there, such as De Bijenkorf, Amsterdam; Flying A, Magasin du Nord, Copenhagen; Stadium, Stockholm; Eder, Kitzbühel; Sträuli, Zürich; Einwaller, Innsbruck; Stiefelkönig, Graz; VMC, Globus, Zürich; Printemps, Paris; Galeries Lafayette, Paris/Berlin; Block 60, Riccione; Slam Jam, Milan; Gerard Loft, Florence; El Corte Inglés, Spain; Beymen, Istanbul; Selfridges, London/Manchester; Brown Thomas, Dublin; A Life, Atrium, Macy’s, New York; Beam’s, United Arrows, Isetan, Tokyo; and many more.From Germany, all important houses, without exception, were present, and came with big buyer teams to BREAD & BUTTER, such as Anson’s; Breuninger; Frontline; Galeria Kaufhof; Karstadt; Ludwig Görtz; Otto Versand; Peek & Cloppenburg; Sport Scheck; Titus; Trender Jeansmode; Wormland; Wöhrl as well as Abseits, Stuttgart; Bailly Diehl, Frankfurt; Crämer & Co., Nuremberg; Eickhoff, Düsseldorf; Engelhorn, Mannheim; Loden-Frey, Hirmer, Munich; Jades, Düsseldorf; KaDeWe, Berlin; Ludwig Beck, Munich; Maendler, Munich; Quartier 206, Berlin, and many more.All leading international trade magazines were there (e.g. Textilwirtschaft, WWD, Sportswear International, Journal du Textile, Fashion Daily News, Fashion Magazine, Drapers, Style in Progress/X-Ray, WeAr, MWB/WWB, Unique, Label, Sport & Street, View, Footwear News), the big national and international daily newspapers & news agencies (e.g. FAZ, Süddeutsche Zeitung, Der Tagesspiegel, Die Zeit, Die Welt/Berliner Morgenpost, Le Matin, Le Figaro, El Periódico, NZZ, De Morgen, Der Standard, ddp, dpa, Getty Images), national and international TV- and radio teams, the international business press (e.g.Financial Times, Handelsblatt, Senken Shinbun, Der Spiegel, Focus, Stern), the leading international fashion publications (Vogue, Elle, InStyle, Marie Claire, Esquire), Trend Scouting Agencies (WGSN, Stylesight, and others), as well as opinion-forming blogs & fashion/lifestyle magazines (Hypebeast, High Snobiety, WAD, Dazed & Confused, ID, A Magazine, V Magazine, Zoo Magazine, Vice, Nylon, Monocle, AD, Wallpaper, Pool, and many more).Altogether, 567 brands, labels and designers, often with great and creative stands and presentations, were present on the new BREAD & BUTTER fairgrounds – up to now, the strongest exhibitor portfolio since the event’s existence. Nearly all important and market-relevant Street- and Urbanwear brands and labels, up to the peak, were present. The new segmentation in the seven hangars and the roofed airfield, in which each area represented a store concept, was very well-received.Karl-Heinz Müller: “It was the most successful BREAD & BUTTER ever. We are very glad to be back in Berlin. All in all, we are more than satisfied with the result, but we will not rest on our laurels. The exhibitor portfolio will be further extended in the already fixed areas. Numerous top-quality brands and labels have already confirmed their participation for January 2010.”“Together with the events around the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, the brilliant Escada, Boss Orange and Michael Michalsky shows as well as the numerous side shows and parties, Berlin had the “buzz” of an international fashion metropolis. Berlin is the leading fashion city in Germany and one of the most important ones in the whole world. Now, no one doubts this anymore.”The upcoming BREAD & BUTTER BERLIN takes place from 20 - 22 January 2010 under the motto THE ORIGINAL in Berlin-Tempelhof.Berlin, 08 July 2009

Fashion Week by Berns

Fashion Week by Berns is reinforcing its position as one of the leading fashion weeks in Northern Europe , showcasing many high-class designers. Swedish fashion continues to grow internationally and Fashion Week by Berns is happy to welcome several famous guests from the fashion industry.
The eighth installation of Fashion Week by Berns will take place Monday June 29 to Wednesday July 1, 2009. In addition to the top Swedish fashion brands we welcome back prominent Danish fashion design.
"The Scandinavian fashion industry remains strong both at home and abroad. However, it is important to focus on the creative efforts to further enhance the awareness of Scandinavian fashion design globally. Therefore we are happy to launch another week with forward-thinking collections through Fashion Week by Berns” says Yvonne Sörensen -Björud” Chair of Fashion Week by Berns and CEO of Berns Salonger.
The collections are sure to appeal and enthuse, as Berns has the honour of presenting the very best of what Scandinavia has to offer at the moment, with designers such as Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair, The Local Firm, Hope, Cheap Monday, Dagmar, Whyred, J. Lindeberg, Minimarket, Bertoni, Islaet, Tiger of Sweden, Ida Sjöstedt and others. Moreover the awarded Noir et Blanc, Odeur and Precis Lagom are all doing runway shows at Berns for the first time.
The Mercedes-Benz Young Fashion Industry Award, an open contest for designers with less then five years in the business, has received an exceptionally large number of high-class applications. We can promise a stunning runway show of six final brands competing for the honourable prize of a runway show at Berns in February 2010.
“We are very happy to experience the large interest of foreign press and buyers, especially from UK , Denmark and Germany . This year we are also delighted to receive celebrated guests from the international fashion scene such as famous American stylist Mia Morgan and the British trendsetter Pixie Geldof, among others” says Keri Vignola Ingvarsson, Executive Producer of Fashion Week by Berns.
For further information please contact Annika Frisch , Marketing Director Berns Salonger annika.frisch@berns.se ph +46 (0)708 88 79 70

Fashion Week by Berns is sponsored by Max Factor and Mercedes-Benz and receives further support from Coca Cola Light , Eurocard, Stockholm Business Region and Visit Sweden. Fashion Week by Berns has been developed in order to support Scandinavian brands in export. Fashion Week by Berns Organizing Committee consists of representatives from Berns, Patriksson Communication, Bon and Peter Andersson Production.

The Future Cafe

Gayatri Khanna - Mercedes Benz Show

The brand ‘GAYATRI’ is known not only for its modernity but chic silhouettes that are as trend setting as practical- extravagant new styles that look fabulous on women of all ages!
Gayatri’s collection exudes the charm of understated elegance. Impressed by her Creative ingeniousness, enterprising, decisive and enthusiastic nature which reflects in her collection, Mercedes Benz approached her for an Exclusive Brand Tie up for the Mercedes Trophy Golf Tournament Awards 2009.
Mercedes Benz could relate to Gayatri’s collection which is known for being bold yet classy and stylishly sophisticated. Gayatri’s collection for the Mercedes Benz show represents mini collections inspired as follows
Luxurious Leisure which is an exclusive line of casual daywear and embodies a luxury, global, travel look for a casual look, the collection feels light, breezy, resort like and is very fresh just like the feel of pure leisure.
Dynamic Performance which is a corporate oriented line for woman who want to put forward their personality into their work environment, the silhouette lines are simple, classic and very elegant.
Inspired Passion which is a line that has all the hallmarks of being in the category of "Sporty Chic", the silhouettes are fun but yet dressy.
Distinctive Elegance for the woman who knows their inner beauty, the silhouettes are seductive with waist emphasized dresses, fluid gowns, high neck dresses and blouses.
Sophisticated Tradition which is a wonderful blend of modern red carpet dressing and the classic Indian silhouette of saris and ghagras .

Gayatri’s showcase of her creations captured the imagination of all the high end, sophisticated and elite guests at the Mercedes Benz show in Bangalore. This overwhelming response motivated her to arrange a post preview of her collection from the Mercedes show.
The post preview is held in the store "GAYATRI" a Western luxury Brand outlet in Mumbai. GAYATRI is a luxury prêt brand featuring every aspect of a women’s wardrobe. Commencing from a line of day wear to evening wear to cocktail wear, the idea is to offer women sexy and affordable silhouettes that are flattering beautiful, individual, and easy to wear and which look fabulous on women of all ages
Gayatri will be arranging for the post preview even in New Delhi in Kimaya since she has been merchandising with them and has been by far one of the most successful sellers. And in Chandigarh and in Araliya a multi brand store in pune .
Accessories at the show for Gayatri’s collection are designed by a high end jewelry designer Bansri who owns the brand Bansri Joaillerie ..
Gayatri looks forward to provide the masses with the beauty and luxury of best fashion products with her versatile and creative designing ability.

STHLM Fashion Week - Sofifis fashion show at Berns

Cocktail Collection China Story

Burnt Orange

Indian ‘Nouvelle Couture’ - PRIA KATARIA PURI- NORD BANK SHOW--MUMBAI

PRIA KATARIA PURI

Among the original proponents of Indian ‘Nouvelle Couture’ Pria Kataria Puri stands in sharp contrast to her contemporary. Having won the ‘Bharat Yuv Ratna’ award along with ‘Bharat Vikas award’ for designing women’s wear, she has received vast recognition for her work since she started her label in 1990. Her collections are available at fashionable boutiques in USA, Europe and the Middle East.

Pria is committed in creating "occidental couture which is an amalgamation of oriental and western ideas to add inner beauty and mystique to the female form. Her collections are modern in the styling and ethnic in the mode of expression with Asian colors, ancient heritage of fine embroideries and vintage prints playing a special significance as her distinctive area of specialization. Her label represents multicultural, multifaceted lifestyles of women today, which believe in elegant, luxurious, timeless piece of art as clothing. ‘Elegance doesn’t mean being noticed it means being remembered".
CONTEMPORARY FACE OF INDIA –BY PRIA KATARIA PURI FOR NORDDEUTSCHE BANK
3rd October 08: Pria Kataria Puri’s couture has always been a perfect paean to an individual expression and therefore she has always won hearts of all in and outside of fashion! Last evening saw her back from California, where she represented India for a charity, again stepping up to embody traditional Indian wear in a pleasantly different light to represent India for the German bank Norddeutsche at the Taj Mahal hotel on 3rd October 08.
I was requested by MR DILIP UMRALKAR and MR DR Hanses Rehm chairman of the board of Nordduetsche bank to depict India with a traditional and modern theme as highlight of the occasion. I carefully selected the outfits from all around India and added a modern touch to them", says Pria Kataria puri.
1ST SEQUINCE
Ms. Pria Kataria Puri, selected beautiful and traditional saris from different parts of India to characterize the diversity and beauty in Indian culture throughout the ages in a modern twist. She styled the saris in unique styles of her own and produced inimitable combinations, representing different states & cities of India such as
Mumbai –sensuous French chiffon pink sari representing bollywood, teamed with maharastran nose pin
Banaras-golden pink brocades and tissue sari blouse teamed with antique jarau and pearl jewels
Kashmir-off-white paisley saris teamed with silver jumkas
Lucknowi- brocade lace sari teamed with uncut diamonds and emeralds
Delhi-off-white silk sari embellished in 18 carat gold embroidery teamed with white gold uncut diamond jewels.
Punjab-olive green chiffon floral sari teamed with kundan uncut jewels
hydra bad-peach brocade blouse and langa petticoat with lace drape, teamed with nazism jewels
jaipur-(white and blue sari, teamed with royal blue peacock kundan necklace)
2nd SEUENCE
MUGHAL GARDENS
Floral vintage geometric prints are highlight of this sequince-colour palate ranging from-off-whites to olives –gold and rusts -
,In this collection appliqués with delicate laces, tulle, drapery and hand embroidery result in a profusion of textures. The floral prints are embellished with antique gold tiny sequins, crystals, pearls and silk resham. The silhouette range from, suits, longest flowing layered jackects, tiny ghagra skirts teamed with bustier blouses.
Made for the timeless woman, the collection is cut and draped to suit every body, type and age. It is for the stylish dresser who knows how to highlight her radiant inner beauty. The jackets and dresses are teamed with churidars in sheer laces and tulle.
"3RD SEQUINCE
BOMBAY IS THE CITY OF DREAMS AND GLAMOUR IS THE LANGUAGE OF THOSE DREAMS"- GREGRY ROBERT-SHANTARAM
Pria Kataria Puri’s fall festive collection Bombay Glam is inspired by Mumbai city’s glamour, the collection is catered towards the festive season of Diwali, Id, and Christmas, which are all celebrated with equal passion & enthusiasm
Mumbai is a city of dreams where glamour touches people from every walk of life. The charm of the city lies in its spirit that connects its people. Inspite of the huge economic disparity prevailing in the city, its one common term of "Glamour" that keeps them all within the same frame of mind. Glamour touches everyone from the common man who plays a important role in its process of evolution all the way to the glamorous celebrity that adorns it.
The city & its culture of dreaming up & being right up there on top has inspired everyone who comes here, and is touched sooner or later by the glitz of Bombay glam.
Pria Kataria Puri’s collection predominantly has Indian silhouette catering to the festive moods such as dresses teamed with churidaars, lehngas, and saris with the modern TWIST.

COLOUR STORY:
Vintage, metallic hues such as gold, silver, pale pink, ochre, off white, teal blue, peach, & bronze make up the colour story of Pria’s latest festive line.
EMBELLISHMENTS:
Rose in silk thread, sequins, lace & crystals are decorative on the ensemble to bring out the festive mood .The same vintage colours are used embroidery. & Same lace trimmings are used to add glitz to the outfits.
Fabrics play a very imp role in this collection from new age to traditional weaves such as lurex chiffon, silk lycra, taffeta silk, brocade silk, chandelier lace & silk tulle
Marking a new philosophy in fashion accomplishment, Pria looks forward to re-invent denims and introduce men’s wear in her array of designs. "I want to do more for Indian culture in India and abroad as well. It always gives me great pleasure to go back to my roots and represent India", exults Pria Kataria.

information: Pria kataria puri -9820516411 -priakataria@hotmail.com

B&B

Bread & Butter B&B (BBB)

Walter van Beirendonck @ B&B Design Exhibition
This season’s B&B Design exhibition proudly presents the results of its anew cooperation with the Antwerp Royal Academy of Fine Arts: “The denim skirt; novel interpretations of a contemporary classic” showcases the works of selected first-year students. For the first time, denim is the fabric of choice – sponsored by TRC Candiani!

Note: On Wednesday 21, 3 p.m., Creative Director Walter van Beirendonck will be available at the exhibition for interviews concerning this special design project!

Time: Wednesday, 21 January, 3 p.m.Location: entrance area between Hall 4 (Sport & Street) and Hall 5


Just say Wizz
Mr. van Beirendonck will also personally be presenting his new shoe brand W6YZ by Falc. Whether it’s playful footprints, acrobatic shapes or a shoe named "Crocowoolf" – this collection brightly reflects the characteristical graphics and vivid color combinations of the famous Belgian fashion designer!

Time: Wednesday, 21 January, 11 a.m.Location: Urban Superior Area, SR 49.2


Stylesight & BBB – Seminar Speakers & Loft
New York trend agency Stylesight and B&B proudly announce the guest speakers of their exclusive trend seminars. Among them: Enzo Pertoldi (Friul Print), Giusy Bettoni (C.L.A.S.S./GBS Consulting) and Marco Lucietti (LYCRA/INVISTA GROUP) for “Fabrics of the future”; as well as Michael Barnett (Public School), J. Errico (NYLON Magazine), Traver Rains (Heatherette) and Jennifer Mallory (Columbia Records) for “Zeitgeist: A user’s manual” – moderated by Jason Campbell (The JC Report).
Overview Seminars.Location: Auditorium, Urban Superior Area, 2nd floor


Meet the experts:
All media attendees are especially welcome to meet Stylesight’s top trend forecasters in the Stylesight/BBB Loft to chat about the fashion and style trends emerging from the show!
Schedule a meeting. Location: Stylesight/BBB Loft, Sport & Street Area, Level 3


A snowboard journey to Andorra – Protest To Get There!
Sport & Street brand Protest knows that life is best enjoyed on a board. That is why they are sending two lucky BBB visitors via helicopter directly from the trade show to the Grau Roig ski slope in Andorra – all expenses paid, snowboard courses and a PROTEST full equipment of the fall winter collection 08-09 included! Winners of the raffle will set off from Barcelona’s World Trade Center Friday, January 23 at 9:15 a.m., return time is 16:00 p.m.
Time: Thursday, 22 January, 4 p.m.Location: Sport & Street Area, Level 2, S 2.01.3


Denim Talk – Global Denim Culture
Join WAD Magazine publisher Bruno Collin and Stylesight’s Denim expert Jason Schlossberg as they moderate a provocative panel discussion on the present and future of denim with high-profile industry luminaries.Among the speakers: Alberto Candiani (TRC Candiani), Mamoru Kaihara (Kaihara Denim) and Giorgio Presca (VF Corporation: Wrangler, Lee, Seven For All Mankind).
Time: Wednesday, 21 January, 4 p.m.Location: Auditorium, Urban Superior Area, 2nd floor


Dani Pedrosa shows GAS in his veins at BBB
“Denim Based” brand GAS is welcoming motorcycle racer and triple world champion Dani Pedrosa at its stand at BBBarcelona! Meet the racing driver and GAS image of 2009, as he will grant interviews, sign autographs and participate in a photograph shooting dressing the garments of the new collection autumn/winter 2009/2010. Time: Thursday, 22 January, 1 p.m.Location: Denim Base Area, D 01.3


Vernissage CREATIVE R’EVOLUTION – 50 Years of Fluxus from the Archivio Bonotto
The extraordinary art exhibition presents more than 150 Fluxus objects from the Archivio Bonotto, among them major works of this revolutionary art movement. Renowned High Fashion weaver Luigi Bonotto personally curated the exhibition, and Fluxus artist Ben Vautier created an exclusive installation for BBBarcelona. The vernissage will be opened by Karl-Heinz Müller and Luigi Bonotto, and features life performances by Ben Vautier, Ben Patterson and Philip Corner.
Time: Wednesday, 21 January, 5:30 p.m.Location: Urban Superior Area, 2nd floor


ESMOD Collection of Hope
For the second time, students from the international fashion school ESMOD Germany Berlin Munich will be showing at BBBarcelona that ecological awareness, social engagement and fashion do not oppose each other. Working with pure ecological materials, they have created a truly fashionable collection in the best terms of fair trade and social responsibility. The net profit will be donated to a good cause – items can be purchased also in the Fetish shop at Luna Park.
Location: Urban Superior Area, S.R. 53.2


Urban Picnic
Hell’s Kitchen, Italian eco-design 100% chic recycle, invites all B&B visitors to their Urban Picnic! The ingredients for this bread and butter breakfast are simple: a pinch of madness, recycled inner-tubes, a scattering of chequered blankets and wicker baskets and, most important, the company of good people!
Time: all 3 days of the tradeshow, from 10 a.m. to 11a.m.Location: Avenida, L 24


IMPRINT: BREAD & butter Berlin GmbH, Münzstrasse 13, 10178 Berlin Tel. +49 (0)30 400 44 0, Fax. +49 (0)30 400 44 101, hotline@breadandbutter.com, www.breadandbutter.com
Manager: Karl-Heinz Müller, Matthias SchmidTrade register: HRB 102027B, Tunover Tax ID Number: DE814760171 District court: Berlin Charlottenburg, Responsible board of control: Bezirksamt Spandau von Berlin, Wirtschaftsamt Disclaimer of liability: In spite of careful checking the contents, we accept no liability for the content of external links. As far as the content of the linked pages is concerned, the institutions or persons who prepared them are solely responsible. © 2009 BREAD & butter Berlin GmbH

FASHION WEEK BY BERNS RECEIVES A ROYAL INAUGURATION

FASHION WEEK BY BERNS RECEIVES A ROYAL INAUGURATION
On Monday, 26th of January 2009, the seventh Fashion Week by Berns will open. As Swedish fashion continues to garner global acclaim, Berns Salonger is honoured to welcome Her Royal Highness Princess Madeleine to inaugurate the week. The Royal Protectorship started last season and lasts through 2012.
"Her Royal Highness Princess Madeleine’s keen interest in nurturing Swedish culture and the arts has led her to Fashion Week by Berns. We are extremely gracious for the support of the Princess and appreciate her ambassadorship, which we know will directly highlight emerging Swedish designers at home and abroad", says Yvonne Sörensen Björud, Managing Director of Berns Salonger.

The A/W 2009 show schedule is now available at http://www.fashionweekbyberns.com
The collections are sure to invoke and inspire as Berns features the first Danish design houses of Islaet, Bertoni and Wood Wood and welcomes back Acne, Carin Wester, Cheap Monday, Diana Orving, Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair, Hope, Ida Sjöstedt, Minimarket. The Local Firm, Tiger of Sweden, Whyred and the Max Factor Award Show. Newcomers to Berns include J.Lindeberg, Rodebjer,,Mercedes-Benz Young Fashion Industry Award Winner Nhu Duong, Säby and Sofifi.

The new partnership with +46 will bring Anna-Sara Dåvik, Julian Red, Rickard Lindqvist and the Copenhagen design collective Wood Wood to Fashion Week by Berns for the first time. Furthermore, students from Beckmans College of Design will show their own unique collections focusing on knitting and knitwear.

Max Factor and Mercedes-Benz return to further support the program with exciting developments. Mercedes will unveil a large, tented show space in nearby Kungsträdgården. The third of its kind in the world, the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Pavillion will feature runway shows and special events beginning 23d January. In addition, the Blue Room by Telenor will open at Berns to host candid interviews, between key journalists and the industry, broadcast live all week throughout Stockholm City.

"A schedule that features presentations ranging from Acne and J.Lindeberg to the +46 showcase is very promising. This season we are presenting international stars alongside strong newcomers. We are looking forward to an exciting week", says Keri Ingvarsson, Project Manager for Fashion Week by Berns.

For more information, please contact, christina.guardian@berns.se, phone +46 (0)8-566 323 87.
Fashion Week by Berns is sponsored by Max Factor and Mercedes-Benz and receives further support from Telenor and Lufthansa. Fashion Week by Berns has been developed in order to support Scandinavian brands in export. Fashion Week by Berns Organizing Committee consists of representatives from Berns, Patriksson Communication, Bon and Peter Andersson Production.

Alta Roma Alta Moda

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J. Lindeberg Event 26 Jan 2009 - FWbB

J. Lindeberg Event 26 Jan 2009 - FWbB

An Exhibition event featuring the J. Lindeberg A/W 2009 Collection.
26 January 2009 at 2100

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Ayesha Deepala CHIVAS Dubai SHOW

Ayesha Depala Collection

CHIVAS Show Dubai

The Ayesha Depala collection for revealed an intrinsically feminine woman with a strong personality. Flowers are the key inspiration for this collection, and they recur in everything from trousers, to gowns.The ready to wear part of this collection is very much character driven, and it affords the wearer the ability to play with their imagination, and mix and match the pieces to dress up, or down their various moods. The overwhelming sense of the collection is that of fun and glamour. The couture remains light and feminine as ever, with the ever-present use of lace, tulle, muslin and linen. Ayesha has played with construction and drape, married with traditional embroidery techniques such as gota leaves, done in unusual ways to dramatic effect. Ayesha’s signature vintage Edwardian lace crowns this collection with breathtaking embroidered gowns, highlighting the collection’s innovation and timelessness. Ayesha’s collection is further highlighted by the glorious jewels of De Beers. The models, and Ayesha herself, will be adorned with hundreds of carats of the finest diamonds in the world, courtesy of De Beers. A special appearance by Ayesha’s friend and fan, Yasmin Le Bon wearing Ayesha Depala couture added an extra dose of high glamour to the outstanding show.

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Jattinn Kochhar - ''maha naga 2''Insipiration - S'0 Evening Wear Colelction @ Malaysia International Fashion week

Jattinn Kochhar ss'09 (evewear) collection:

''Maha Naga 2''Insipiration : The king cobra ,for its beauty,Grace and agility.Textures and animal kingdom prints are the highlight of the collection, consisting of eve gowns, cocktail dresses and uber cool jumpsuits for the eternal diva.traditional hand crafted Indian jewellery from Jaipur complements the urban ,contemporary feel of the Maha Naga 2 collection.

CHIVAS Fashion Tour October - November 2008

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CHIVAS Fashion Tour October - November 2008 ; About CHIVASChivas in FashionChivas is an uber chic global brand that evokes the most passionate sensibilities. In just 12 months of Chivas’ association with Fashion, the two are synonymous with each other. With its association with New York Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week, three India India Fashion Weeks, Three Lakme Fashion Weeks and One mega fashion caravan traveling in India and overseas called the Chivas Fashion Tour, Chivas and Fashion have taken the fashion fraternity by stormWhat Chivas does with Fashion:Support to Indian designers at New York and Paris Fashion Week: Designers that Chivas has associated with are, Ashish Soni and Manish Arora.The Chivas Lounge at India Fashion Week, India Couture week and Lakme Fashion Week- An exclusive lounge to relax and have a Chivas is created amidst frenzy of shows and business for designers, buyers, media and A- listers at the fashion Week. This lounge is so exclusive that if you are not seen here, you are not there yet!!The first edition of the Chivas Fashion Tour in 2007, was a runaway success. It was for the first time that a Fashion event from India traveled overseas to the Middle East.The second edition of the Chivas Fashion Tour starting this September has another first- An international designer makes her/his debut on an Indian RunwayAn annual event, it is not just the designers who vie to be part of the Chivas Fashion Tour but also A list celebrities and Fashion Media who clamor to be seen at this event. With India’s finest designers participating on invitation, top models, and only the best in sound, light, set design, the Chivas Fashion Tour is ‘the’ fashion event every year In India.

Designers Collection

Anmika KhannaSpring Summer 2009
A universal collection of contrasts. Juxtaposition of the organic and luxury. Structure and fluidity, dark and light.Unique handcrafted techniques from Indian treasure troves, borrowing international silhouettes. The color palette extending from ivory whites to earth tones into black.A sense of confidence, clam and maturity. A timeless collection, pieces translating from day to evening. Independent, individual and versatile for the thinking woman with a mind of her own. Not to be typecased into a trend.

Ayesha Depala
The Ayesha Depala collection for Chivas reveals an intrinsically feminine woman with a strong personality. Flowers are the key inspiration for this collection, and they reccur in everything from trousers, to gowns.The ready to wear part of this collection is very much character driven, and it affords the wearer the ability to play with their imagination, and mix and match the pieces to dress up, or down their various moods. The overwhelming sense of the collection is that of fun and glamour.The couture remains light and feminine as ever, with the ever-present use of lace, tulle, muslin and linen. Ayesha has played with construction and drape, married with traditional embroidery techniques such as gota leaves, done in unusual ways to dramatic effect.Ayesha’s signature vintage Edwardian lace crowns this collection with breathtaking embroidered gowns, highlighting the collection’s innovation and timelessness.

Deepika Govind
A Loose Kite On A Gentle Wind - by Deepika Govind. It is a story about kites and our quest for freedom. It is a story that every Indian can identify with. The second half of the tale is about knots – the shackles that bind us, the hurdles that keep us but a hair’s breath away from that elusive haven of freedom. Eveningwear ensembles that are often spiritual, intellectual, lyrical, abstract, yet always beautiful. They are at once avant garde and classic, transcending both time and culture.

Malini Ramani'Party Planet'
For my Fall/Winter 2008/9 Season, I have designed a collection called'Party Planet". Judging by the hectic social whirl of the months goneby...one can only imagine the enslaught of back to back parties,openings and jet-set weddings creeping up around the corner.For the first time in ages, I have designed 100% pure andunadulterated party wear !My colour story is like a tray of dessert...caramel, chocolate, nougatand truffles. Add a dash of gold and there you have it... the perfectpalette for any party-girl.Flambouyant prints and intricate applique and bead work add that extramagic to the deep winter tones.Easy to wear luxurious fabrics in sexy cuts and Indian inspired motifsis what inspired this collection.

Raghavendra Rathore

The collection evokes a fresh clarity of form, energy & spontaneity. The designs have been given a graphic approach through a basic silhouette put together with bands of colors.Remixing and reinventing the silhouettes in an extraordinary modern way adds to the versatility of the collection. The collection has a wide array of tops that have been restructured to emulate a balance between diversity and wear ability. The overall feel is brilliant yet contemporary with an element of sensual feminity. Ascents of colour hold the collection together, thereby mixing and matching ideas, fabrics, colours, structures and techniques.

Rohit Bal
The ancient artistic tradition of Ashta Dhatu involves the combining of 8 different metals for the purpose of creating a variety of aesthetic objects. When worn on the body the combination of these metals is believed to have miraculous healing properties.This latest collection has been inspired by this age-old art form.The color palette includes Gold, Metallic Copper, Silver, Iron, Lead, Tin, Lead, Zinc and Mercury. There are strong Indian elements in terms of the fabrics, embroidery, and liberal use of specially created handcrafted ‘Gota’. The extensive use of the same is symbolic of the collection’s indigenousness.The silhouettes have been kept contemporary and international, keeping in mind the emerging global market. The collection falls under the category of "creative" and is extremely luxurious and sensuous.Various textures and fabric treatments that have been used to create this collection with the interplay of color with volume and layering add a sense of mystic aura and define a sense creative amalgamation.The collection is dramatic in its appeal and is for most part un-wearable. Un-wearability, however, has never been a criterion for a Rohit Bal collection. Key elements from earlier collections have been incorporated to create an exhilarating crescendo-A fusion of fashion, art and craft melted together like the eight metals in Ashta Dhatu.

Varun Bahl
Varun Bahl teams up with CHIVAS to recreate timeless beauty and entwine thetraditional with the surreal.The silhouettes are contemporary - sarees,lehngas with odhnis, and the very much invogue this season,the ornate Angrakha(popularly called Anarkali) teamed with churidar. The garments are embellished with embroideries ranging from threadwork,tilla and zardozi- all of which lend splendour to the garment.The colours that create magic areantique gold,moss green,fuschia and red. All the above are a tribute to the modern woman...to live her dream

Wendell Rodricks
Wendell Rodricks creates a suite of cocktail dresses and evening loungewear in a romantic mood. Inspired by the Romantic Era of the late 1800’s, the clothes borrow from the easy beach style in Goa. These are clothes for rockstar chicks, boho spirits, hippie flower children and the romantic at heart. Soft pastel tones and resort details such as shells, mother of pearl, coconut fibre, feathers and ribbon embellish the collection. This is the romantic side of a designer in love with the feminine women of another era for the romantic women of today. Pastels have been treated to colonial dusty tones and cut in a manner that is typical of the Wendell Rodricks. From Goa and the early British romantic Orientalists, Wendell Rodricks creates for the Chivas Fashion Tour a unique collection called "Romantica".

Ashish-Soni
LE JARDIN DES FLEURSLE JARDIN DES FLEURS - Ashishs's spring summer 09 collection strongly favors form over opulent excess , creating his signature minimalist stand rocked by the change of the maximal kind. It’s about seeking alternatives to the cold anonymity of mass production and standardized industrial processes. The challenge for this collection has been revitalizing the concept of precisely sculpted silhouettes , subtly twisting proportions and inventing new stitching techniques, The highlight of the collection is a blend of draped and tailored pieces, very sculptural, atmospheric and evocative, uber intellectual and uber .Ashish N Soni’s instinctive style translates into an unlikely combination of period and contemporary elements which is the very essence of this collection. The brands appreciation for the beauty of plainness along with dedication to detail is skillfully captured in relaxed looks constructed in a somber colour palette of cream-hued textiles alongside the signature white . The range contains beautifully blended light cotton airy fabrics communicating a tremendous feel for modern living that’s seems keen to elaborate on the soft , yet very confident feminine message.

Cue - Rohit Gandhi & Rahul Khanna
This evening Cue presents the look to be a combination of easy going silhouettes with refined sensibilities which results in intelligent glam. The collection is about the exploration of the cleverly embellished and uniquely cut possibilities for urban evening wear. Geometric precision and hidden secrets, all find physical resonance in this very chic collection. Structured lines, modulated fittings, clever twists are the silhouettes that the collection comprises of.

Kiran Uttam Ghosh
The A/W line from Kiran Uttam Ghosh in shades of Black, Indigo and Forest Green .Silhouettes are structured with controlled volume, Jackets, Dresses, Tunics and Trousers. Accents of Blood red, Turquoise and Emerald complete the look.

Mandira Wirk
Inspiration! A word that always evokes a dual emotion from me. Are we truly inspired by something externally and take cues from it or are we stimulated and stirred by a deep inherent feeling and a catalyst appears from somewhere to take it forward. Are we inspired from outside forces or are we led by inner motivations? Thus once again defining my inspiration for my clothing collection takes me through these conflicting emotions. As I sit looking through my collection, my first thoughts go to the original inspiration - where this entire assemblage of clothing took birth. The Medieval Ages! But immediately that phrase conjures up images of barbaric deeds, despair and darkness. My mind recoils and I instantaneously reject that but my thoughts also goes back to the fact that- that Era, that period of time was also the dawn of a new coming. Of Civilizations that were resplendent with splendid and exhilarating colors, design and structures. Of Cultures that taught the world about elegance, aristocracy and splendor. These may be called the dark ages due to warring factions, but they are also a shining beacon towards true nobility and grace. And from within these epic chronicles of style – a magnificent example and one that always takes my breath away – is the usage of Stained Glass Art. An Art form that may well be the defining and only depiction of Man and God’s relationship through luminous painting. Of tales told through a pictorial storyboard that are etched on some of the most magnificent structures known to mankind; those incomparably revered churches and cathedrals.Very few things in life have a profound impact, an influence and effect that change your very being forever. For me, these translucent glass masterpieces did just that. I embarked on a journey of trying to understand what decorative art stood for and the how it can portrayed through one of the most incursive of mediums in today’s age; ‘Fashion’. And to my mind, that is what my inspirational channel for my collection is. But is it an inspiration that I outwardly saw and absorbed or was it something that lay dormant inside me and was unleashed when I was introduced to these medieval masterworks. That may well be the eternal question - and one for which I have no answer!

Rocky S
The collection could be best defined as a mélange of chic feminine ensembles. Beautifully cut gowns come alive in soft flowy fabrics like satin, chiffon and georgette. The line comprises of an interesting concoction of colours, both bright and understated The gowns and dresses have been embellished with fabric and sequin texturing. Eyelet work, along with silk thread and cord work has been accentuated with pretty sequins A hint of vintage gold embroidery teamed with soft frills and pleats delicately compliments and completes the collection.

Shantanu-Nikhil
The vision of a Modern India is the glorious fashionable India that the entire world has been waiting to embrace for many years now. India is no longer just a story of snake charmers or classical and ornate palaces but one that has the potential of making luxe fashion statements on a truly contemporary global palette. While an average modern Indian has evolved, but the sensibilities have remained quintessential Indian, and hence there is a strong sense of pride in announcing the arrival of this new exotic fusion. Keeping this in mind, Shantanu and Nikhil true to their signature have this time around created a collection that has strong flaovors of vintage India served on a western philosophy of drapes and silhouettes, thereby making it marketable to a global woman who is confident, independent and a sophisticate world traveller. The collection pays a rich tribute to the vintage colours and applications of ancient India, be it the appliqué work of heritage Indian jewelery motifs, the hand-made kaantha techniques inter-woven into intricate fabric textures, or combining rich hand-woven Indian fabrics with laser cut leather techniques. While keeping the handwriting essentially subtle with Indian monochromatic tones, the language is most definitely contemporary and silhouette centric. Pastel shades of gold and beiges teamed with vintage colors like fiery reds, smokey ash greys and blacks form the color palette for the season, thereby thriving on the philosophy that a smart interplay of vintage colors on beautiful Indian skin tones is what makes India such a hugely inspirational land of cross-cultures and future global trend

Vikram Phadnis
The collection is a blend of contrast concepts. This inexhaustible collection gives a very pretext of unexpected femininity and comes out in a explosion of blends of neutral prints with hints of color . The Silhouettes are very stylized and disciplined melting with the glamorous universe of night life. Free flowing nets surfaced with shimmer gives an impression of elegance. and the interplay of light through the nets and textures blended with metallic hues add another dimension to the collection giving it a very high regal look. The collection leaves an impact of a very high tailored look to the garments and has distinctive styling to them. The collection has a toned down contemplative feeling and as always "FASHION" is a reflecting amazement of contamination and rethinking. with Local Hero in 1983, Knopfler has scored several motion pictures. He has also recorded with Chet Atkins and with the Notting Hillbillies. After the demise of Dire Straits in 1995, he returned to a more personal style for his debut solo album, 'Golden Heart', in 1996. Subsequent soundtrack efforts include 1998's Wag the Dog, 1998's Metroland and 2002's Shot at Glory. Sailing to Philadelphia, a lush collection of folk-rock and breezy americana that featured guest appearances by James Taylor, Van Morrison, and Squeeze leaders Glenn Tilbrook and Chris Difford appeared in fall 2000.'The Ragpickers Dream' followed in 2002 which was an instant Top Ten in the UK. In 2003, on the way to rehearsals in London, Knopfler broke his collarbone, shoulder and seven ribs in a motorcycle crash. He returned in 2004 with Shangri-La. Mark has been married three times, and has twin sons from his second marriage, and a daughter with his current wife, Kitty Aldrige.Quotes"My idea of heaven is a place where the Tyne meets the Delta, where folk music meets the blues" "I've never had a guitar lesson. I'm not proud of it particularly, but it's just the way I seem to do it. It's not the best way. I don't recommend it to all your readers" "If something is played with soul, that's what's important. My favorite records, by and large, aren't wonderful technical achievements""I don't believe in perfect, I just don't believe that. There's so many ways to do any song, perfection's just a cloud in the air. People say I'm a perfectionist and all of that. It's just not so"AlbumsGolden Heart - 1996 Sailing to Philadelphia- 2000 The Ragpicker's Dream - 2002 Shangri-La - 2004 Sultans of Swing, Very best of Dire Straits and Shangri-La Cassettes and CD's available on Universal.

CHIVAS Schedule"Chivas in fashion 08 "Tentative Schedule :Date DayCityVenueDesigner26th Sep 08 FridayMumbaiITC Central1.Rohit Bal 27th. Sep 08 SaturdayMumbaiITC Central1. Raghu & Vikram ,2. Malini & Cue28th. Sep 08 SundayMumbaiITC Central1. Rocky S & Ayesha Depala 2. Wendell & Shantanu - Nikhil1st Nov 08 SaturdayKolkataOberoi Grand 1.Mandira / Deepika/ Kiran2nd Nov 08 SundayKolkataOberoi Grand 1.Shantanu-Nikhil & Raghu & Varun8th Nov 08 SaturdayBangaloreLeela Palace1.Mandira / Deepika/ Kiran 9th Nov 08 SundayBangaloreLeela Palace1.Ashish & Anamika & Raghu14th Nov 08 FridayDelhiIntercontinental Eros1.Rocky S & Cue15th Nov 08 SaturdayDelhiIntercontinental Eros1. Varun & Wendell 2.Anamika & Ashish 3. Malini & Vikram 16th Nov 08 SundayDelhiIntercontinental Eros1. Mandira/ Deepika/ Kiran 2. Rohit Bal

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