Cheltenham Fashion Week

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Cheltenham Fashion Week: 17th - 21st September 2012

Key events for Cheltenham Fashion Week are now confirmed, so for all you fashion lovers, don't miss out on these amazing one-off events, your chance to mix with some VIPs in the industry!

Sessions with top fashion icons and retail gurus

TV's Caryn Franklin will be talking about her fashion initiative "All Walks Beyond The Catwalk' – a campaign to celebrate body diversity. Meanwhile Sarah Curran, founder of global online retailer my-wardrobe.com, will be discussing her inspiration, challenges and passion for the fashion industry.

Student Show - Gloucestershire College Tuesday 18 September

In association with retail icon George Davies and schools from across Gloucestershire, this is a high profile Student Show showcasing young talented designers aged 7 to 16.

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Boutique 24 – Cowley Manor Thursday 20 September

Cowley Manor will play host to 24 different designers as the hotel transforms into a stylish replica of London Fashion Week's Somerset House. Each room will become a pop-up designer boutique from a diverse plethora of retailers with a range of styling and beauty workshops also taking place.

"One Night Only" – Cowley Manor Thursday 20 September

An evening of fine dining and glamorous fashion plus a couture fashion show in aid of The Cheltenham Fashion Week Official Charity, Hop Skip and Jump.

Careers seminars

These events are aimed at young people with the desire to get into the fashion industry. Brides Magazine 'Designer of the Year' Tracy Connop will be sharing her experience of the industry at an event at Gloucestershire College. National fashion journalist Sarah-Hayley Owen will also be talking about the highs and lows of working within the fashion media.

Other events include:

· eBay Workshops with experts from Intranet Future
· Chic Wardrobe Sale: an event for people to sell their pre-loved clothes
· Who wants to be a Milliner? a live hat making competition
· Mobile Photography: Street Style competition
· Design Your Own Shoes competition (see below!)

To book tickets:

Tickets can be purchased for all Cheltenham Fashion Week events online at www.cheltenhamfashionweek.co.uk by phone on 0844 880 8094 or from the Cheltenham Festival Box Office on the first floor of the Regent Arcade, Cheltenham.

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