Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Seeing a lot of our students are having mock interviews tomorrow and we are spending the day there,i decided to take a few seconds to just browse through their site and grasp a few important tips & facts i might find useful.

TRUWORTHS BRANDS-
"The theme is simple...it's all about fashion. This straightforward concept is a powerful reminder about what Truworths is all about – fashion." (Annual Financial Statement)
 
DO
  • Ensure you know what position you are applying for and understand the requirements for the position.
  • Remember to find out the name of the person you are meeting for an interview and confirm the location of the interview.
  • Try to be as flexible as possible which regards to the time and location of the interview.
  • Plan enough time to get to the interview on time but don’t arrive too early.
  • Dress appropriately. Truworths is not a very formal environment and it is not necessary to wear a suit, however it is also inappropriate to be very casual. Remember first impression last!
  • Do your research! Truworths website contains a wealth of information about Truworths brands and “sub-brands”, annual financial reports, services offered.
  • Be constructive when asking questions – remember that an interview is also the opportunity for you to assess if the company is the right place for you.
  • Reflect on your previous experience and use examples of real situations that you have been in to illustrate your competence
  • If you are applying for Store Management have you visited the store you have applied for?
  • Visit some Truworths, Uzzi, Identity and YDE stores. Regardless of the position you are applying for the end point will be in store, where the business makes its money!
DON'T
  • Don't swear, argue or be personal in an interview.
  • Don't criticise past employers.






 
 
 

THE FASHION AFFAIR.

I received a email from Laura Matthews from 36 boutiques and Models 4 Africa with this invite attached. It is going to be a lovely event and I have to share this with you all. www.36boutiques.com/ models4africa.co.za/about-us/

This event is happening on Saturday 31 July. The Fashion Affair is a Designer Rail Sale showcasing International & Local designers at designer discounted prices. It will be held at 15 on Orange in Town, Cape Towns Style Icon Hotel! 

Sale Times 12pm-8pm

Free Champagne on arrival... Red & White served all day & Pink drinks served from 6....

Cocktail Party in the Murano Bar of the Hotel: 6pm till Late

Heat Mag & One Small Seed will be at the Fashion Affair shooting for their Socialite Pages & SABC will filming the Event... Dress your best!

 A few of the Designers participating...

Tru Religion
7 for All Mankind
Pink Mink (Australia)
Cosabella (Italy)
Fornarina (Italy)
Lalesso ( SA Fashion Week - Kenya)
Lipsy (London)
Vinatge Launch
Ladakh
Mythology
I Love Leroy
Petit Pois (Paris)
Finger (SA)
Two (SA Fashion Week)
Cindy Bam Couture
Donna Vida D
Style It Accessories
Homeware (Various)

Credit Card facilities have been organised for your convenience.



GRADUATE COLLECTION SHOW.


Key tips to remember when organizing a fashion show:




VENUE-
  • When choosing the venue, you have to take into consideration that this will indicate the time and length of the show.
  • You will have to be able to rehearse at this venue
  • Venue needs to be central
  • Comfortable
  • Big enough backstage
  • Capacity for min 1000 people
  • Does the venue have the correct venue insurance
  • Make sure you secure your venue before you start planning.

CATWALK-
·      Length
·      Layout
·      Height
·      Never have the model pose at the end of the catwalk.

TIME OF THE EVENT-
  • Daytime
  • Evening
  • No matter what make sure you start the show within 15minutes of the scheduled time!

GOODIE BAG-
·      These are a very important part of fashion shows
·      Ask make-up artists to donate make-up
·      Water
·      Cookies or chocolate
·      Perfume samples
·      Creams
·      Magazines
·      Gift vouchers
·      Lip-gloss
·      Lanyards
·      Bookmarker
·      Pen
·      Fedisa magazine
·      Info on where to purchase the Fedisa DVD

PROGRAMME-
This is very important as it helps the buyers and guests remember certain designers and pieces after seeing them for only a few seconds.

DESIGNERS-
Designers will be the students.

CREW-
·      Show Producer
·      Backstage manager
·      Entertainment manager
·      Stylist manager
·      Hairstylists and hairdressers
·      Casting manager
·      Guest List manager
·      Promotional manager
·      Lights and music

MODELS-
·      It is important to confirm your models as soon as possible to make sure all outfits fit.
·      You need about 20models for about 50 outfits.
·      Allow 3min minimum for models to change
·      Work out how many models must go in between a models first and second appearance.


Maybe introduce the different sections of the show.

Themes-
·      1st  & 2nd years students will have a set theme.
·      3rd year graduate students will have multiple themes.

MULTIMEDIA-
Simulcast your show on large screens on he right and left of the stage and web cast it.

MUSIC-
·      Choose music with the correct beat, as the music will case the model to walk fast or slow.
·      You need to get the audience to engage.


SPONSORS-
·      You need to engage with sponsors early enough as they can take up to 3months to finalize if they are going to be involved or not.

TARGET MARKET-
·      Make sure you know who your target market 




Wednesday, April 20, 2011

How to budget your spendings.

After another day of patterns at college i went to look at a few fabrics i have to buy.
Forgetting the extreme prices and how they add up,i am now looking at different ways to cut down my cost as to not exceed the budget.

This is not always as easy as it seems.Once you have a fabric in your head,replacing that with a less pricey one is hard.

I left without swiping my DEBIT card and i am allowing myself a few days grace to work on my budget before spending to make a 100% sure it will be the best option.

Will keep you all updated on how it goes.

I also asked my friend Une Lottering to keep a few garments aside at Lolavie as i fell in love when i saw them..What to do ,what to do...... Fabric is my first priority but its always nice being stylish while making these purchases.


Tuesday, April 19, 2011

FABRIC LOCATOR

Fabric and Textile Warehouse:
12 Brickfield Road, Queens Park Salt River Cape Town
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Rating: [9.72] Votes: [7] Leads: [59] | 21 Sep 2008
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Lifestyle Fabrics Curtain and Linen: Fabrics, bedding, haberdashery
11 Picton Road Parow Cape Town
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Rating: [7.63] Votes: [8] Leads: [62] | 21 Sep 2008


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Fabric City:
32 Sir Lowry Road Cape Town
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Rating: [9.67] Votes: [6] Leads: [51] | 22 Sep 2008
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Fabric World:
Shoprite Centre, 154 Main Road Wynberg Cape Town
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Rating: [10.00] Votes: [4] Leads: [51] | 22 Sep 2008
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Wolfe Street Fabrics:
7 Wolfe Street Wynberg Cape Town
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Rating: [7.33] Votes: [3] Leads: [46] | 22 Sep 2008
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JMT Textiles:
1 Mocke Road Cape Town
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Rating: [10.00] Votes: [1] Leads: [38] | 22 Sep 2008
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Shirley Dee Fabrics:
98 Janssens Avenue Table View Cape Town
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Rating: [10.00] Votes: [1] Leads: [36] | 22 Sep 2008
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Mayers Fabrics:
The Strand Tower, 66 Strand Street Cape Town
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Rating: [10.00] Votes: [1] Leads: [35] | 22 Sep 2008
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Dick Louis CC: Wholesaler, retailer and supplier of traditional African Fabrics and blankets since 1959
Gold House, 37 Harrington Street Cape Town
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Rating: [10.00] Votes: [1] Leads: [34] | 22 Sep 2008
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Fabric Library: Furnishing fabrics, curtains and upholstery. Fabrics Distributors.
317 Main Road Kenilworth Cape Town
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Rating: [10.00] Votes: [1] Leads: [34] | 22 Sep 2008
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Fabric and Textile Warehouse:
12 Brickfield Road, Queens Park Salt River Cape Town
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Rating: [9.72] Votes: [7] Leads: [59] | 21 Sep 2008
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Claremont Fabrics:
174 Main Road Claremont Cape Town
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Rating: [5.00] Votes: [2] Leads: [34] | 21 Sep 2008
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Hands Woven Raffin Fabrics:
30 Hudson Street Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [41] | 22 Sep 2008
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Rubitex Fashion Fabrics:
348 Victoria Road Salt River Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [41] | 22 Sep 2008
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Global Textiles: Textiles and Foam Rubber Sales
71a Main Road Fish Hoek Cape Town
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Rating: [10.00] Votes: [1] Leads: [29] | 22 Sep 2008
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Back Street Fabrics:
19 Atlantic Road Muizenberg Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [39] | 22 Sep 2008
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G and I Textile Centre:
160 Victoria Road Woodstock Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [39] | 22 Sep 2008
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Best Way Fabrics:
21 Hazel Road Gatesville Cape Town
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Rating: [1.00] Votes: [1] Leads: [36] | 22 Sep 2008
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Svenmill Fabrics:
6 McGregor Street Beaconvale, Parow Cape Town
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Rating: [10.00] Votes: [1] Leads: [27] | 22 Sep 2008
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Rotex Fabrics:
Johan Heyns Road Atlantis Industria Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [36] | 22 Sep 2008
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Fabric Zone:
411 Voortrekker Road Maitland Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [35] | 22 Sep 2008
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LavaLava African Fabric: African prints sourced locally and imported from East and West Africa. Other Ranges: Clothing-Caftans,Mens' Shirts,Skirts, Dashidas Decor-Cushion Covers, Wallhangings, Maasai Shukas (blankets) Accessories - Kikois, Bags, Jewellery
Shop 10, Alfred Mall, V&A Hotel V&A Waterfront Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [34] | 20 May 2009

Le Bergo Lining:
21 Christian Avenue Eppingdust, Epping Industrial Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [34] | 22 Sep 2008
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Mr Fabric:
1 Lipton Road Wynberg Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [33] | 22 Sep 2008
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Fabric Craze:
Lifestyle Centre, Parklands Road Parklands, Table View Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [31] | 22 Sep 2008
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World Focus 240:
Cape Gate Lifestyle Centre, 17052 Okavango Road Brackenfell Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [24] | 22 Sep 2008
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Interstock:
12 Ravenscraig Road Woodstock, Salt River Cape Town
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Rating: [0.00] Votes: [0] Leads: [23] | 22 Sep 2008