Five fab events at West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK

I love covering events in Northern Ireland; from Culture Night Belfast to the Tall Ships. In addition to this, I preview local events, such as the Hillsborough International Oyster Festival and the Northern Ireland Coffee Festival. On 15-18 October, West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK returns for its twentieth season. Each night, there will be a catwalk showcasing new collections. Additionally, there is  a symposium on body image and Sushi Saturday (yum). Below are my top five events this FASHIONWEEK.

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Models wearing the latest looks from Deux Cara, Marks and Spencer, Gordon Donaldson Dorthy Perkins Diamond Dolls and Blush.

The Menswear Show

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Piaras Smyth in Lewis Cameron, Cameron Kelly in Jamie Russell, Carlos Djalo in Steffe McNeilly

One for the gentlemen – The Menswear Show is a display of some of the finest male clothing from local and international brands. High street retailers such as Remus, Uomo, Blue Inc and M&S are joined by Marcelo  Rodrigues, Lewis Hodges and Jamie Russell among others. In addition to this, FASHIONWEEK is hosting an exciting lingerie show, courtesy of Boux Avenue.

When: 18:00, Thursday,  15 October

Venue: BFW HQ, 11A Bruce Street,  Belfast

Tickets: £20, £30 for front row

Designer Boutiques & Local Designers

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Claire Gunn in M&S, Stefania Egan in Deux Cara, Ashleigh Coyle in Blush

This show is always popular. Local boutiques such and Blush and Jourdan from the Lisburn Road (fellow BT9ers) join  The Style Retreat, Deux Cara and others to display their latest collections. They are joined by local designers including Nor Lisa, Grainne Maher and Gordon Donaldson.

When: 20:00, Thursday,  15 October

Venue: BFW HQ, 11A Bruce Street,  Belfast

Tickets: £20, £30 for front row

‘To Be Beautiful’ Brunch Symposium

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Katie Richardson

Body image campaigner Katie Richardson and other experts on nutrition and image are discussing what body image means to you. This will be a great opportunity to discuss and learn about body issues, as most of us struggle with this on some level (especially me!).

When: 10:00 – 12:00, Saturday,  17 October

Venue: BFW HQ, 11A Bruce Street,  Belfast

Tickets: Free, but book in advance

The Original Fashion Souk

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On 17 October, FASHIONWEEK HQ hosts pop up stalls for vintage and pre-loved clothing. It is a great opportunity to sell clothes that do not get the wear they deserve and also the perfect chance to get some designer bargains.

When: 11:00 – 16:00, Saturday,  17 October

Venue: BFW HQ, 11A Bruce Street,  Belfast

Sushi Saturday

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This event is perfect for those who are unable to make it to the evening runway displays. 36 of the best looks from the shows are exhibited in the “Directors Cut”.  This is a great event for groups of girls and to top it off, there is a sushi filled, Asian afternoon tea.  I am curious of what an Asian afternoon tea consists of, so I may have to go and find out!

When: 14:00 – 16:00, Saturday,  17 October

Venue: Zen, Belfast

Tickets: £30, including a welcome cocktail and sushi platter.

These are only a few of the events available at FASHIONWEEK. Tickets may be purchased online and by calling 028 9038 1655.

What is your favourite FASHIONWEEK show? Have I enticed you to attend this year?

 

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