John Lewis- All things Monty and Technology

This Christmas John Lewis are collaborating with technology in store, as it has been revealed in-store areas will be dedicated to 'Monty's Den'. This is where children will be able to create their own Christmas cards, Bring to life their own toys in 'Montys Magical Toy Machine' and use 'Monty's goggles' to interact with Sam and Monty. John Lewis have been able to create this with help from technology partners Microsoft, Samsung and Google.

Montys Magical Toy Machine- John Lewis Oxford street, London

KD

'Monty's Christmas' is a success for John Lewis

It has been said that the John Lewis Christmas adverts are now as much as anticipated and iconic as the 'Coca Cola- Holidays are coming, Lorry' advert.

This year John Lewis offers 'Monty's Christmas' where the story is of a young boy Sam and his Penguin friend Monty, who do everything together. The message in the advert is simply 'Give someone the Christmas they have been dreaming of'. which without a doubt has touched the hearts of many over the globe.

The department store is selling 43 items of Monty & Mabel related merchandise, in-store and online. merchandise includes a children's book 'Montys Christmas' and everything from gifts bags to jumpers and umbrellas. 

The store is also selling two different sized cuddly toy versions of the penguins retailing at £35 & £95. Just days after the stock went on sale both sized of the Monty and Mabel toy had sold out. shortly after the merchandise appeared on eBay with mercenaries selling them for £199+. 

It is safe to say that John Lewis have succeeded once again with their Christmas Ad campaign. Personally This year's is my favourite.

Watch Monty's Christmas here.

KD

WX711 Kate Spade / New Balance WX811

KATE SPADE for NEW BALANCE

It is news that this week fashion designer Kate Spade is doing a Collaboration with New Balance.

This new and exciting collaboration came about when the Kate Spade brand decided they needed to expand the company. Where previously Kate Spade doesn't do sporty, there is a big gap in the market that they are missing out on, as one of the biggest and hottest trends at the moment is  athletic wear. 

The Kate Spade brand is well known for its preppy and colourful put-together looks, which also has relevance to New Balance. The footwear will be available for New Balance's special line of WX711 and the Coming WX811, featuring Spade's signature bright graphic prints and colours'. The shoes will be available in February retailing at $95 at both New Balance and Kate Spade.
I am very excited about this collaboration as I am a big fan of both brands.

KD

Fancy A Cereal Date?

If you are a lover of cereal, and have ever dreamt going out for a bite of cereal... fantasise no more; your dream may have just come true!

 Identical Twins from Belfast Alan & Gary Keery; are set to open the UK's first cereal café, located in Brick Lane, London. 

'The Cereal Killer Cafe' establishment is set to open on the 10th December 2014. They will serve Over 100 different cereal's from all around the world.

For Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner you can indulge in your favourite bowl, surrounded by cereal memorabilia from the 80's & 90's; With 120 Cereals, over 20 types of toppings & over 12 varieties of milk, on the menu. small bowls of cereal will cost £2.50, medium bowls £3.00 and large bowls are priced at £3.50. 

The unique and quite frankly genius idea of the establishment came to light, when the Belfast Boys were craving cereal for lunch one afternoon, only to find that no restaurant would serve them with their breakfast choice as a main.  

I have never been too fussed at the thought of having a bowl of cereal before; however after finding out about this unique café, I am really intrigued about the idea and I am very excited for my first visit!! 

Visit their Website here.

KD

Burberry's Dreamy 2014 Christmas

This year Burberry introduced a theatrical and dreamy approach into their annual Christmas Ad Campaign. This was for a celebration of everything that makes the Burberry Brand so iconic: The trench, The cashmere Scarf, British weather, music and London's Heritage.

As well as an online video and TV Ad; Burberry have created an interactive billboard on the famous Piccadilly Lights, located in London.

The Ad features Romeo Beckham whom started working with the brand back in 2012. The Ad has also introduced us all to a new Face of Burberry Hannah Dodd. 

KD 

FILM OF THE WEEK: The September Issue (2009)

'The September Issue' is the biggest and the most important issue of the year for fashion magazine Vogue. Filmmaker R.J. Cutler had exclusive access into the world of the fashion bible, where he was able to document Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour, Creative Director Grace Coddington and their team, undergo the preparations to produce the 2007 autumn issue.

Vogue was one of the first magazines I had an strong interest for and have as a collectable. Vogue helped me to develop my love of fashion over the years from a young age. I have always had an interest in magazines, graphics and editorials; therefore watching this documentary has given me a great insight into the creative, hard working and critical industry. By looking behind the scenes at vogue, I have gained an understanding of a typical day to day life of an individual working in magazines, and is an area within industry, I am considering entering into myself.

KD

Street Bribery

As part of my first module as an FCP student, I have been assigned a task to create a Street Style photo Essay focusing on one point in particular. 

I have chosen to focus my essay on 'Relationships' and how individuals style's are influenced by their different relationships. I am going to focus on all types of relationships such as friends, mother and daughter, couples and so on.

KD