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The cabaret will feature a unique collection by Hyper Hyper's Vicky Martin and hair styling from a star-spangled cast including Trevor Sorbie, Andrew Collinge and Terry Jacques. Vicky has created 9 outfits for the show which will be witnessed by over 1000 leading talents in hairdressing. The theme is 'Hollywood' and the collection promises a high glitter content with a strong emphasis on romantic glamour.
This year's winning categories include; Newcomer of the Year, Artistic Team, Afro Hairdresser of the Year, Avant Garde Hairdresser of the Year, Men's, Session and the ultimate accolade, British Hairdresser of the Year. Last year lustbucket Nicky Clarke scooped both the British Hairdresser of the Year and London Hairdresser of the Year awards. This year he'll have to outshine Charles Worthington, Guy Kremer, Errol Douglas, Neville Daniel, Trevor Sorbie, Beverley & Anestis, Anthony Mascolo and Andrew Jose to take the top trophy.
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Fashion and beauty fun for the whole family. NEC Birmingham. Designers featured include Paul Costelle, Betty Jackson, Adidas, Puma, Austin Reed, Nigel Hall, French Connection. Tickets cost 16.50 for a weekend tickets or 11 UKP for weekdays. Call the Clothes Show Live hotline 0121 767 4444 for more information.
1st-6th The Clothes Show Live
6th Tibet Support Group Fashion Show.
This is the group's first ever fashion show and is held in conjunction with international make-up artist Glaua Rossi. The show is themed 'Shades of Tibet' and features Ghost, Hyper Hyper, Daniel Poole, Michiko Koshino and Sign of the Times. For tickets (@75 UKP) and more information call the Tibetan Support group on 0171 359 7573.7th-9th Kensington Fashion Fair, Kensington Town Hall, London.
Tel: 0171 935 5350. Tickets are 2UKP and available on the door. Featured labels include Soviet, Diesel and Red or Dead.January
17th-18th British Fashion 96, Osaka.
Tel: BKCEC 0171 636 557721st-23rd London Menswear Exhibition, Earls Court.
Trade only for leading menswear designers. Buyers should call 0171 973 8866 for more information. 23rd-24th British Fashion 96, Tokyo.
The annual mission by the British Knitwear and Clothing Export Council, which drums up eastern trade for UK knitwear designers. For press information contact Russell at Lynne Franks PR on 0171 724 6777.February
4th-6th London Interseason, Business Design Centre, Islington.
Tel: 0171 637 3313. The in-business show for budding designers. A must for industry bods.7th The Jasmine Awards, The River Room, The Savoy Hotel, London.
This is the 5th annual award backed by the Fragrance and Beauty Association which seeks to reward magazines and journalists for editorial coverage of fragrance. There are three 2,000 UKP prizes on offer - unfortunately it's invite only but we recommend you turn up and blag, saying "I'm with Estee dahling." 'Celebs' present will include Lloyd Grossman and Fiona Armstrong.
8th-11th The National Wedding Show, Olympia, London.
Tel: 01462 485881 - the first national showcase for consumers offers everything from wedding stationery to reception venues - much more than just a bridal show, it aims to focus on all the aspects of this life-changing event. Tickets cost 7 UKP on the door, or call the ticket hotline 01733 890187 for tickets at 5 UKP and group tickets (admits up to 6 people) for 20 UKP.
11th-13th London International Collections, Cumberland Hotel, Marble Arch, London.
Designer-wear show features classic and contemporary collections (diffusion collections). This is a trade only show - buyers should contact Alison at PB Marketing on 0171 221 3344.21st- April 21st Recycling: Forms For The Next Century, Arts Council Gallery, 44a Pentonville Road, London N1 9BY.
An exhibition of British designers which aims to inspire the creative re-use of materials in fashion and design. Exhibitors include Andrew Holmes (furniture), Val Hunt (jewellery), Michael Brennand Wood (textiles) and Lois Walpole (baskets). The exhibition is open to the public, Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11am-6pm.
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