MANDLA No.4: POWER IN MOTION

Sir Paul Smith in China

Sir Paul Smith, the Nottingham born designer whose brand already has an established presence in Asia and the Middle East, is to re-enter the Chinese market by opening a flag-ship store in Shanghai with at least another 20 stores to follow across the country.

With a predicted annual growth of around 20%, the Chinese consumer market is providing a means for much needed profits increase for luxury brands that have been hard-hit by the tightening of purse strings in the North American and Euro-zone markets. 

Sir Paul Smith and his signature rainbow woodgrain! (Image via:Sunday Times)

Carine Roitfeld

Carine Roitfeld’s highly anticipated return to fashion publishing has been slated for this September with the first issue of her new editorial project which will be an independent fashion magazine titled: CR Fashion Book.

Published bi-annually and subscriptions available for digital and print versions, we can look forward to fashion features that will also highlight those behind the scenes in the fashion industry.

Go to the website now to reserve your digital or print copy: CRFashionBook.com

The former editor of Vogue Paris and Chanel stylist has recently curated the first catwalk fashion show at the 65^th Cannes Film Festival annual amfAR Cinema Against AIDS gala, which raised millions through auctions. The show, held on 24^th May, featured all-black pieces from Chanel, Lanvin, Dior and Christopher Kane with top models including Karolina Kurkova and Lindsey Wixson. 
Take a look at the red carpet: Amfar Cinema Against AIDS Gala: Red Carpet

Carine Roitfeld via Sartorialist

  

Jimmy Choo

One of my favourite shoe brands – Jimmy Choo has stacked up their social media presence by launching Choo 24:7 Stylemakers, a new global street style blog that engages the brands consumers by allowing them to upload photos of themselves wearing the company’s styles. The images featured will be both amateur and professional content with fashion photographer Eddie Newton setting the standard for professionals and the global ambassadors.

Readers can click on blog photos and the site will lead them to the online store! Choo 24:7 Stylemakers 

Below are my Jimmy's - a sexy black python slingback with a gold patent platform!

Chloe Green

Chloe Green the daughter of retail billionaire Sir Phillip Green, recently launched her new shoe line CJG (Chloe Jade Green).

The shoes which are aimed at the high-street market will be recognisable by their bright green sole, similar to “red bottom” Louboutins. The debut range features towering platform, stiletto and wedge styles with a price point of £80 - £210 and are available in Topshop.

CJG Shoes

CJG Louisa cage heels