Preview development for new collection

So for the past couple of weeks, we have been sampling lots of different things, be it techniques or fastenings etc,  for the new collection. We have had a lot of fun experimenting and thought you might be interested in what we've been doing.

Final decisions have been made for the new bags and they will be coming very shortly so keep your eyes open!

Take a look at what we have been sampling.

Trade shows in Paris

So this week we travelled to Paris for a research trip to attend Tranoi and Who's Next, both well known trade shows worldwide. Trade shows give companies the opportunity to meet professionals in the industry from buyers to stylists and everything in between. 

Tranoi, although on a smaller scale compared to Who's Next was great with our personal favourite exhibitors being clothes designer http://www.blkopm.com/, shoe designer http://www.katmaconie.com/ and jewellery designer http://especes-especes.com/.

Who's Next is a much larger show, which gives the opportunity for different sections including, Who's Next Accessories, Premiere Classe, Who's Next Ready-To-Wear and Fame all of which specialise in different areas. It was a long day, however very worthwhile. Favourites from the day include shoe designer http://www.notjustalabel.com/charkviani, bag designer http://www.whosnext.com/wp/pt-pt/brands/lamat/ and clothes designer http://www.drapersonline.com/whos-next-paris-avec-s/5045485.article. 

Advertorial in Vogue

So this month, we have our first advertorial in none other than February British Vogue, which we are a little bit excited about! Get a copy and check it out! 

Also, to celebrate we are offering 20% off all of our products online until Saturday 18th January, just use discount coupon JAN20 at the checkout, happy shopping!!

http://reclaimbags.co.uk/?post_type=product&paged=2

Make Tracks With Reclaim, Part 2.

So as you know we have not only been asking our customers to send us their own pictures with their Reclaim bags, but have also been taking them at Spitalfields after purchases. The response has been good with customers getting involved from all over the world. You know how much we love to find out where Reclaim travels so if you haven't already, make sure you send us your pictures with your Reclaim bag! Please send via email to reclaimbags@hotmail.com, or via Twitter or Facebook. Here are a few recent ones we have received to give you some ideas!

Behind the scenes...A/W '13

So on Tuesday we went ahead with our photo shoot for our A/W '13 collection at The White Room Studio in Brixton. The collection consists of our signature Rubber and PVC creations, this time dabbling with black PVC and studs to fit the punk/grunge feel of the season.

We were shooting not only images for the website, (the new collection will be available on there very soon!) but also images for a lookbook.

It was a very successful and enjoyable afternoon, all of which we owe to the great team we had working with us. Photographer Charlotte Summers, stylist Hannah Sweeney, make-up artist Lara Schachat and models Lauren Gray and Jessie Lee. Big thank you to them all.

Now for the good bit, take a look at some of the behind the scenes pictures and let us know what you think..

Launch of our A/W collection at Spitalfields

So on Saturday we saw the launch of our A/W 13 collection as well as a new display for our stall at Spitalfields. The collection sees our original clutches, a larger shoulder bag and a smaller, mini clutch all using black PVC with clean lines and minimalistic design.  Our new black PVC and rubber clutches sat on clear perspex shelves which were suspended in the air, whilst the larger bags were able to hang from the overhead parts of the stall. The gloss black PVC is a great contrast with the matte rubber and also fits nicely with the seasons punk/grunge feel.
Come down to Spitalfields to see the new look and let us know what you think. The new collection will be available on the website shortly.

Blog post on Gracie Opulanza

Check out this post on Gracie Opulanza's blog, all about emerging fashion design, in which we are featured. Worth a read! Let us know what you think...

http://www.gracieopulanza.com/london-designers-britains-next-top-fashion-designers/