Rebecca Holland-Johnstone

Fresh from the ‘creative room’ at Cotton Candy Corsage, is the new Summer Prom Collection 2009. Find these dreamy, eye-catching, sumptuous and dazzling designs at Fifi & Ally, Glasgow.

There are 3 key colours streams within the collection:

• the classic chic of black and white - overlaid laces and polka spot
• bold and bright in zesty orange, hot pink, deep-sea green, purple and lemon
• whimsical and vintage-inspired floral prints from Amy Butler and Liberty of London

Each design features wafts of tulle and is decorated with a combination of chunky ceramic beads, faceted gems and glass beads, Swarovski crystals, tiny seed beads and crushed glass beads. They can either be worn on the wrist or as a brooch - perfect for the true ‘Prom’ feel, or to make a stunning addition to your lapel or summer ensemble!

Also find pretty decorated hair bands in co-ordinating colours, and delicate lace designs in hot pink, mocha, mint, black, white and baby pink.

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In a scene reminiscent of Avril Paton’s iconic ‘Windows in the West‘, I have been mesmerized this week by all the snow. I couldn’t help but run for my camera, one minute it was whirling around outside the back window, the next, the front. It’s nostalgic and romantic, exciting and dangerous all at the same time.

And it’s just frozen water! What a wondrous phenomenon! Long live snow!

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A new concept for Kelso - Joanne Ayling - opened its doors last week showcasing pre-owned designer-wear alongside brand new fashion accessories for the discerning diva in town. No two visits will be the same as vintage and retro styles mix with the pizzazz of the new to create one-off outfits for the festive season, and beyond. If you live near-by, make sure you pay a visit before committing yourself to an outfit from anywhere else!

Joanne Ayling, 3a Abbey Court, Kelso

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Organised by event company Synergy Event Solutions Ltd, the 2008 Touch of Tartan Ball took place on 22nd November, and raised over 36,000 for the St Andrews Trust!

Cotton Candy Corsage donated a Lochcarron of Scotland tartan corsage ‘fan’ brooch, which was raffled off as part of a mixed shopping prize, raising £1,200 on the night.

Find out more about the event and view pictures from the night here. 

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The lastest niche boutique and coffee bar to stock Cotton Candy Corsage accessories boasts a sparkling reputation as a place to “buy clothes with attitude”. The attitude that organic, fair-trade and recycled is best - for everyone. Yes, its Bolshie Clothing, tucked away on Bank Street in Glasgow’s eclectic west end; a bright red beacon of delight where you can stop off for a coffee and a cake too!

What better place to showcase the latest CCC accessory designs, featuring vintage and second-hand ties styled into funky brooches, embellished with vintage buttons, the odd pearl and a few beads?! Colours are biased towards the autumnal: brown, orange, gold, sludgy green, midnight blue and fawn. Each one is a true original.

Visit Bolshie now to see them for yourself! I’ve spotted a bag made from recycled car seat-belts…

Unfortunately Bolshie closed its doors for the last time Summer 2009. For anyone who can’t manage without the vintage-tie brooches and upcycled chic of the eco-aware Cotton Candy Corsage ranges, then visit the website direct: www.cottoncandycorsage.com

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An enticing selection of new autumn designs spanning hairbands, necklaces and corsages have this week hit Fifi & Ally, the fashion and lifestyle store extraordinaire, in upmarket retail environment Princes Square, off Buchanan Street in Glasgow, and their flagship store on Wellington Street in the financial district.

This is an exciting new outlet for Cotton Candy Corsage, and just in time for the new fashion season (HUGE tactile corsages encrusted with vintage buttons on beads on new winter coats) and gearing up for Christmas parties (slinky black and white necklaces and sparkly hairbands).

Visit the store now to check it all out, as Penelope revels in her sneak peak as she does what she does best…

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The elves at Cotton Candy Corsage HQ have been busy these last months, while the rain has been battering the mean streets of Glasgow!

There are lots of new shapes and vintage, ‘upcycled‘ creations to get you in the autumn mood, and keep up with the mutation of the floral corsage as it makes the transition to the new season.

Look out for funky, wear-with-everything ‘button belles’ mounted on glitzy cards and mixing tartans. tweeds, beads, buttons and prints.

The more elaborate belles can take centre-stage on a new a/w Mac or trench, or simply to pin your printed silk-scarf in place, a la Gok’s Fashion Fix! Enjoy and look out for the designs hitting the website mid-September 2008…

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