May 23rd, 2009
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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January 13th, 2009
Can it really be true that the end of the tie is nigh? After reading a recent trend report (albeit in the Daily Mirror…), it seems that by 2041 the only place men will be wearing ties will be “in history books about the 20th century”!
Since the 17th century ties have been worn as a symbol of status, formality, membership, uniformity and fashion. To think that within fifty years the tie will be extinct throughout the world, is quite astonishing. I think we should consider ‘World Tie Day’ before it’s too late, or perhaps a ‘Save the Tie’ campaign? Certainly a charity for minority tie-wearers as shops stop selling them, and frantic eBayers spend their live-savings on racks of M&S silk designs, Burton polyesters and Homer Simpson joke versions.
Perhaps anyone who dares to wear them after a certain ‘cut-off’ date, will be chased down the street, ridiculed, shot? Where will it end? All I know is I love ties, men’s and women’s, and will need to stock up on supplies to ensure my vintage tie brooches don’t become endangered too…
Anyone interested in saving the tie, post here!
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December 15th, 2008
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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September 22nd, 2008
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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August 16th, 2008
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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May 19th, 2008
Dharlings, don’t they look the business wearing this sumptuous oh-my-god-I-could-eat-it wrist corsage? A delightedly satisfied customer (Chloe, Stewarton) loved her bespoke commission so much, she spent half her holiday photographing it fashion-spread-stylee in the glorious Greek island of Kephalonia. Here are some of the stunning photos - thanks Chloe!
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January 27th, 2008
Hello my lovelies!
I must just tell you how excited I am about Sex and the City: The Movie coming out later this year. I popped out for lunch with Carrie and the girls just before Christmas for a spot of festive shopping New York style, and it was absolutely dharling. Samantha is such a saucy minx, and if it wasn’t for my Rupert tucked up chez moi, I would certainly share a cocktail or two with Smith Jared…
A rummage through Carrie’s wardrobe would be worth a gazillion manicures, and those accessories! I noticed in the trailer she is wearing a stunning, over-sized floral design corsage. I would adore one of those, who wouldn’t? It’s definitely THE year of the corsage, so ladies, get in the queue behind moi.
ciao x
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