Tickets: £5 for adults, £3 for seniors and students.
Now a firm favourite on the Belfast events calendar, Frock Around The Clock Vintage Fairs are loved by Northern Ireland's fashionistas, stylists, designers, students and collectors alike. And with vintage styles being one of the richest sources of inspiration for Autumn/Winter 2010 fashion trends, the September outing of their Vintage Fashion & Textile Fair is sure to be a winner.
With designers recycling styles of the past for A/W 2010 we are all lusting for 1970s inspired high-waisted, chic flared trousers, 1950s/60s style architectural A-line dresses, retro leather fashions, camel coats, capes, pretty lace, faux fur and maxi dresses, so it is no surprise that us gals will be rushing to get their hands on vintage originals in a bid to stand out from the crowd.
Frock Around The Clock organiser Becky Moore says 'choosing original vintage pieces over vintage-inspired looks on the high street is the smart option for stylish women who want to follow trends but not the herd. Avoiding mass-produced fashions and opting for one-of-a-kind vintage pieces that reflect current trends is the best way to be fashionable but ensure that individuality is maintained, and to keep ahead of the game smart women mix and match original vintage pieces with high street and designer for a distinctly unique look all of their own. Frock Around The Clock has therefore become a hot destination for fashionistas from all over Ireland, putting Belfast well and truly on the vintage style map'.
The next Frock Around The Clock Vintage Fashion & Textile Fair takes place on Sunday 26th September at the Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue, Belfast. 40 exhibitors will be selling an unrivalled collection of vintage clothing, accessories, jewellery, vanity items, homewares, china, lace, dolls and bears, as well as handmade clothing, accessories and jewellery created from vintage textiles.
Live music will be provided by the Jenny Kallen Jazz Band and there will be a special appearance by burlesque troupe The Whistle Bait Babies. With retro hairstyling and make-up also available from Kelly McLean of Ashby Hair and Claire McEvoy Make-up, Frock Around The Clock is a veritable celebration of 20th Century Style.
The event runs from 11am to 4.30pm and admission costs £5 for adults and £3 for seniors and students (payable at the door). More information on this and all other Frock Around The Clock events can be found on the website www.northernirelandvintage.com
Viva La Glam is this year's fashion event at The Hillsborough Oyster Festival and is set to be an ultimate girly night out!
The night kicks off with a West Coast Cooler drinks reception followed by scrumptious delights provided by The Plough Inn.
With a fabulous fashion show lined up with amazing retailers such as Hillsborough's own Candy Plum and Wish Bridal, covetable arm candy from and Angelo Designer Handbags plus Northern Ireland's fashion design elite Una Rodden Couture (pictured left) and Grainne Maher Millinery.
Hillsborough's award-winning hair salon Shane Bennett will coif the models hair for the show and will round up the night with a ‘Showgirl' hair finale - fabulous!
Make-up by Claire McKinney, beauty treats from Temple Spa and Senna Make-Up plus jewellery from Shannon's Jewellers in Lisburn will add an extra sparkle.
The climax of the catwalk show will be the crowning of 'Miss Oyster Pearl 2010'.
Viva La Glam is all for a very worthy cause - to raise some much needed money for S.A.M - Struggle Against Muscular Dystrophy which is this years selected charity for The Oyster Festival.
S.A.M is a Hillsborough-based charity and the money raised from this event will help the charity to ultimately improve the treatment, quality of life and long-term outlook for persons affected by Muscular Dystrophy through awareness, research, education and advocacy.
Titanic Vintage Day
Friday, 06 August 2010 08:15
What:Titanic Vintage Day
What: Titanic Vintage Day
Where: Titanic's Dock & Pump-House
When: Saturday 14th August from 10am-4pm
Once again the Titanic Vintage Day invites you and your family to experience and enjoy a celebration of Northern Ireland's history and heritage, presented by AutoRegister and www.whatsonni.com.
Visitors will be able to view and admire vintage and classic cars from car clubs all over Northern Ireland with The Morris Minor Owners Club NI's Regional Rally on the day!
Browse and buy at the Vintage stalls which will be showcasing Antiques, Vintage Clothes, Jewellery, Vanity Ware, Models, Records, Cards and much more in the Studio Room of the Pump-House, which showcases treasures dating from the early 1900s to the 1970s. Discover the story behind Belfast's maritime magic by taking a guided tour of the Pump House and Dock.
Bouncy castles and face painting will provide some added fun and entertainment for the kids and Living History and Boat tours mean there is something for everyone at this year's Titanic Vintage Day.
We would encourage visitors to dress for the occasion with prizes to be won for best dressed couple, best dressed boy and best dressed girl. Prizes have been kindly sponsored by Hastings Hotels, The Modellers Nook and whatsonni.com.
There will also be an opportunity for budding photographers to win £100 by entering our Titanic Vintage Day photography competition sponsored by the Northern Ireland Science Park. See www.titanicvintage.co.uk day for more details.
A café and visitor centre are also on site, and HMS Caroline is berthed nearby at Alexandra Dock, a few minutes walk from the Pump-House.
Sponsored by the Northern Ireland Science Park, Entrance to Titanic Vintage Day is free, with the exception of the guided tours.
* Please note parking costs £3.50 but is free with guided tours or if you spend £5 or more in the visitor centre.*
The fabulous gals at Fashion Pharmacy have been touring the length and breadth of Ireland with the hugely popular Appletiser StyleFIX fashion shows to huge acclaim and they're finally coming to Belfast on Saturday 31st July - YAY!
Enjoy a taste of refreshing Appletiser with fresh fashion and beauty ideas in Corn Market/Victoria Square, Belfast.
Models will strut down the catwalk showcasing a variety of trends such as military chic, pretty pastels and double denim - a fashion must this summer. Also promising an appearance on the catwalks are boudoir-inspired lace, sheer fabrics and hints of lingerie, a look which will be sure to make fashionistas sizzle on those long, warm summer nights!
Top cosmetics teams will treat guests to make up tips and beauty know-how from their on-hand make up artists. Their teams will also be giving advice on how to make the most of what's in your make up bag and how to incorporate this summer's palette into your look.
As well as free advice from experts, audience members at the shows will enjoy complimentary Appletiser and of course the very latest in summer fashion on the catwalk.
What: Frock Around The Clock Vintage Fair
What: Viva La Glam at The Hillsborough Oyster Festival
What: Titanic Vintage Day
What: Appletiser StyleFIX roadshow