Jessica McCormack designs trophy for Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden

London-based jewellery designer Jessica McCormack has created the 2010 Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden trophy that 2010 Chairman John Galliano will present to the chosen winner at the catwalk show at London Fashion Week on 18 September. Jessica McCormack has created a trophy depicting a golden arrow that represents the winner, flanked by two silver arrowheads depicting the two finalists. The three spokes represent three outlooks – the past, the present and the future as well as expression, versatility and the pure joy of creativity. The golden arrowhead is emblematic of the world of possibilities awaiting the winner – pointing them towards future success. The stem of endeavour is a diamond trail leading to the arrowheads, symbolising the obstacles to overcome and victories to be savoured on the journey to success. The completed trophy is valued at over £10,000. Jessica has recently launched her latest collection named ‘XIV’ and her jewellery is available in Dover Street Market, Pollyanna and Luisa Via Roma.

John Galliano announces Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden 2010 finalists

John Galliano, chairperson of Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden 2010, has announced Alice Palmer, Corrie Nielson and Jade Kang as his three finalists for this year’s platform at a party at private members club, The Club at The Ivy. Many high-profile fashion figures attended the event including Kate Moss, Gareth Pugh, Daphne Guinness, Amanda Harlech, Nick Knight, Stephen Jones, Erdem and Harold Tillman. Earlier in the day Colin McDowell MBE, founder and creative director of Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden chaired a panel discussion with John Galliano, renowned photographer and founder of SHOWstudio Nick Knight and Amanda Harlech. The panel discussed London’s creativity and fashions future at the St Martins Lane hotel.

John Galliano announces Fashion Fringe semi-finalists

Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden has announced John Galliano’s semi-finalists for 2010: Alice Palmer, Charlotte Linton, Cornel Bolt, Corrie Nielsen, Danielle Windsor, Edward Finney, Fjodor Golan Frydman, Jade Kang, Ju-Hong Chang and SILVINAMAESTRO. The 10 Semi-Finalists took part in a technical day at the London College Fashion on Tuesday 1 June. The 10 Semi-Finalists were then interviewed and judged on their business acumen, creativity, vision, longevity and commitment to the future of the British fashion industry. Following the technical day and interview process, John Galliano, chair of Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden 2010, will announce his three Finalists at an exclusive party at The Club at The Ivy tomorrow (4 June). Before he announces his three he will be discussing London’s creativity and fashion future, joined by renowned photographer and founder of SHOWstudio Nick Knight and Lady Amanda Harlech. The event will be chaired by Colin McDowell MBE, Founder and Creative Director of Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden. Readers can see the action live online at www.fashionfringe.co.uk.

Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden appoints John Galliano as chairperson

Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden 2010 has announced John Galliano as the new honorary chairperson for the next two years, taking over from Donatella Versace. Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden was set up seven years ago to help and support young talented designers in London. It was the original platform to discover, nurture and sustain design talent across the UK and has launched more than 13 successful designers. The application process for Fashion Fringe at Covent Garden 2010 is now open and closes on 30 April.