Pictured left to right: Alexander Wang, LWren Scott (purple dress), Michael Kors (gold dress) Prabel Gurung (red dress)

Whether you hail from the prestigious Upper East Side or the urban hip Lower West Side, the city that never sleeps literally pulsates with an exciting and inspiring fashion scene.

Many fashion designers use this creative hub as their fashion base, including internationally renowned designers Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs, Diane von Furstenberg, Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren and Donna Karan and to coincide with New York Fashion Week, Brown Thomas is bringing New York style to life with a series of NYC themed fashion workshops and masterclasses until Sunday February 19th 2012.

The style workshops taking place in BT stores over the next few Saturday’s will show you how to get the NYC look, the latest trends and  tips from the experts on how to style up the look and mix and match chic accessories.

In addition, there will be fantastic gifts on offer with purchases across some key NYC fashion and lingerie brands throughout the stores, including DKNY, Michael Michael Kors, DVF Swim and Calvin Klein.

Brown Thomas Dublin Events

11th February – Top stylist Annmarie O’Connor will host a series of fashion workshops from NYC brands DKNY, Michael Michael Kors and Elie Tahari on Level 2 at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm.

18th February – Annmarie O’Connor will host a series of fashion workshops from NYC brands DKNY, Michael Michael Kors and Theory on Level 2 at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm.

Brown Thomas Cork Event

11th February – Über cool stylist Courtney Smith will host workshops from top NYC brands DKNY, Michael Michael Kors and Marc by Marc Jacobs on Level 1 at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm.

Brown Thomas Limerick Event

18th February – Renowned stylist Cathy O’Connor will present a fashion show to highlight key NYC brands including DKNY, Michael Michael Kors and Marc by Marc Jacobs on Level 1 at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm.

Brown Thomas Galway Event

18th February – Fashion insider Lisa Lane will host a series of workshops including go-to NYC labels DKNY, Michael Michael Kors, and Marc by Marc Jacobs on Level 1 at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm.

Buyers are encouraged to get there early if they want to bag some of the genuine bargains on offer such as:

·        Jimmy Choo gold sandals – cost €600 – event price €99

·        Versace navy shift dress – cost €1,300 – event price €140

·        Moschino print dress – cost €300 – event price €70

·        Orla Kiely handbag – cost €300 – event price €90

·        Vera Wang black evening dress- cost €1200 – event price €90

·        Chloe brown handbag – cost €800 – event price €220

Buyers can gain access to these exclusive discounts of up to 90% off the original purchase price for a nominal entrance fee of €3.

While completely sold-out for both the 4th February and 10th March events, Sellers can hire a rail at the April event for just €30 (contact fashionistaeventsireland@gmail.com) to display up to 25 of their hardly worn clothes, shoes and handbags.  Expensive outfits bought for weddings and worn just once, feature along side impulse buys with the price tags still on them.

The brainchild of sisters Laura & Claire Erskine, Fashionista Events Ireland aims to help relieve the heaving wardrobes of all those who may have over spent on designer labels and high-end high street fashion in the boom times.

Buyers are encouraged to get in early doors open at 11am and it runs until 2pm in Fallon & Byrne so that they don’t miss out on the best designer deals on offer.  Some of these are available to preview on the Facebook page: Fashionista Events Ireland

4 week course evening course starting Monday 13th February 7.30-9.00pm

	Fashion Manufacturing/Production Course
When	19:30 - 19.30-2100 for four weeks - All Ages
Where	Dublin (map)
Other Info	With Fashion Designer Jennifer Rothwell 4 week course evening course starting Monday 13th February 7.30-9.00pm Creativity is vital however it is important for anyone in the fashion industry to understand the business side of things and the Importance of Fashion Production. This is a vital element if you are serious about succeeding in the Fashion industry. Course content includes: • Design concept through fashion manufacturing/production in detail, • Product development, • Spec Sheets, • Tech packs, • Costing and preparing for market • Production planning These courses are perfect for designers currently in business, college graduates, fashion design students or simply anyone interested in starting their own fashion label or currently in business It is a perfect opportunity to gain invaluable insight into the international fashion world with an emphasis on the importance of fashion production. Recent testemonials from the manufacturing class Oct 11 "The information given is crucial to surviving in the industry which you are not given in college. It is all the things that you wouldnt think of. I would definitely recommend the course to anyone interested in working in fashion", Katie Smith. "Certainly would highly recommend. Just loved the whole course. A great amount of information available, invaluable", Patricia Clifton. "It provides practical knowledge than can be otherwise only gained by working in the industry.I believe that knowledge gained will help to save me making mistakes that I would have made otherwise!", Justyne Gorka. Details: 5 week evening How to start your own fashion label course (one evening a week) 365 euros (355 euros if paid with cash, laser or cheque) 4 week evening fashion production course (one evening a week) 295 euros (285 e if paid with cash, laser or cheque) If you do both the cost is 550 euros.Save 110 euros!! Both courses will be running on the same evening each week. Limited spaces available For booking details contact info@jrothwell.net Or call 085 721 0702

For more information, see www.nyedublin.ie 

	NYE Festival in Dublin
When	Friday, December 30, 2011 TBC - December 30th 2011 – 1st January 2012 - All Ages
Where	(map)
Other Info	Cancel that trip to New York or Edinburgh because Dublin will ring in 2012 in style, with a jam packed live entertainment schedule including its first New Year’s Eve Countdown Concert on College Green which will be headlined by Irish Rock and Indie sensations, The Coronas announced are the headline act for the outdoor concert. The Dublin quartet will join some of Ireland’s top musicians including Paul Brady, Damien Dempsey, Bressie and members of the Riverdance troupe on December 31st for a New Year’s Eve celebration to rival anywhere in the world. Part of the three day NYE Dublin festival taking place from December 30th 2011 – 1st January 2012, the historic city centre location will be transformed into an outdoor concert arena featuring building projections, special effects and performances by some of Ireland’s most-loved musicians. Tickets for the NYE Countdown Concert (over 18s only) which runs from 8pm to 12.30am are priced at €10 and are on sale from the festival website www.nyedublin.ie and www.ticketmaster.ie or by phoning Ticketmaster on 0818719300. A percentage of ticket sales will be given to support Focus Ireland, a national housing and homeless charity. This New Year’s Eve, the historic side streets of the city will be home to a number of micro festival hubs, which will pop-up on streets including South William Street, Dame Lane, Duke Street and The Grand Social Plaza. Street furniture will be set-out and the stage set, as DJ’s perform on the streets and in key venues in each area. A colourful array of street performers including, stilt walkers, mime artists, a clown policeman, jugglers, fire breathers and face painters will hit each street en masse ‘flash mob’ style bringing performance and entertainment with music and fire before disappearing into the night. South William Street Dublin’s most fashionable street will be taken over with music and performance as well as night market stalls and visuals. Expect fun and frolics with Dublin’s hip-young crowd taking to the street, as live music on the historic steps of Powerscourt Townhouse will work the crowd into a frenzy in the build up to the countdown celebrations. Relax and soak up the electric atmosphere in specially laid out street furniture. The street will be closed to traffic from 8.30pm to 10.30pm. Dame Lane Several venues on Dame Lane will come together for NYE Dublin to host a spectacular celebration expect live music and impromptu performances as the sound of music resonates through the streets . Street furniture, food stalls and a vintage flea market will add to the magical atmosphere of this unique Victorian thoroughfare. Duke Street On New Years Eve, Duke Street will come alive with the sound of cool music, visuals and street entertainers. The street will be decked out with street furniture, while night markets will offer sizzling treats and festive gifts. Follow in the footsteps of literary legends, Brendan Behan, Patrick Kavanagh and James Joyce by soaking up the unique atmosphere of Duke Street. Grand Social Plaza The Grand Social Plaza facing the Ha’penny Bridge will host street activities including street theatre and visual projections. Inside the Grand Social, enjoy performances by The Hot Sprockets with special guests The Stoney Brokes and Guilty Boy Association DJ set in The Loft. DJ Oran will take over The Ballroom for an Indietronic party with everything from Indie, Electronic, Rock N’ Roll, Alternative, Funk and Soul. 9pm till late, admission €7