Young British Designers join Scoop

For July 2013, Scoop International brings an array of eclectic English designers and British

heritage labels to both galleries. For the first time Scoop International will combine two venues; the Phillips & Saatchi Galleries in central London, showcasing over 400 labels. With the focus on Spring/Summer 2014 trends, the show will highlight the very best of our home-grown talent in luxury and contemporary fashion and accessories labels.
 
Karen Radley, Founder of Scoop International says, “I have always been a huge supporter of young British emerging talent.  By having the Phillips Gallery and the Saatchi Gallery for the sixth edition of Scoop, I am delighted to be able to house more up and coming and very exciting new designers in July. Its important to showcase the future of fashion designers”.
 
With a strong emphasis on feminine, structured tailoring, visitors to Scoop International July 2013 are not to be disappointed. Irish label RAW ART Chic bring vibrant prints and luxurious fabrics to tough tailoring, whilst new innovative label Emma Louise London combines specialist print techniques and intricate illustrations to delicate, elegant silhouettes. Cool, contemporary design meets retro glamour at Wondaland London whose feminine, playful collection is enthused with English eccentricity. Waving the flag for British history is grungy, distressed label Bolongaro Trevor with a new collection inspired by the majestic landmarks of London. Luxe-rock inspired womenswear label Prey of London invite us into their creative world with a collection full of geometric prints as well as their signature body-con dresses styled for the decadent late night city girl.
 
Goat, a label synonymous with understated fashion convey their ‘less is more’ philosophy bringing together their signature knits, alongside separates, dresses and outerwear to Scoop International in July. London-based label Villain emphasise the beauty of minimalism with sleek silhouettes and sumptuous knits complementing the fashion-forward, strong seductive collection from Selected Femme. Young, fun and fresh label Maid In Love express humour through style, allowing the collection to achieve beauty from all things odd, curious and wonderful. Vintage-inspired knitwear based label Lowie compels a collection ripe for a quintessentially English tea party with an ethical ethos. Launching their debut capsule collection at Scoop International in July, Juniper Rose presents easy-to-wear, essential tops infused with retro charm and available in bold colours. London-based design collective Parka London will be exhibiting their classic yet modernist jacket collection complete with innate details and little quirks.
 
Julia Cameron, an accessories label to be watched, takes influence from art deco and bohemian design to create head pieces, body chains and jewellery. Steeped in tradition with a luxurious, contemporary edge, Pearl & Queenie combine playful sophistication and a romantic, gypsy heritage to create a jewellery line that captivates a modern, British audience. Horologists’ Olivia Burton craft story-led collections with nature-inspired motifs into statement watches. Julia Burness Jewellery creates a haunting collection combining recycled materials and fair trade gold inspired by lace and alchemy. Contemporary and chaotic styles are juxtaposed at Kat & Bee Jewellery with a collection influenced by urban life and culture to create quirky and eclectic accessories that capture the wearers individuality. Nostalgic, British jewellers BARK will be showcasing their collection of quirky, hand-crafted pieces.
 
Handbag designers Wilbur & Gussie custom a playful and stylish collection from printed leather and eye-catching prints whilst East London label Kate Sheridan applies an off-beat assembly of traditional printing methods and Italian leather to create an eclectic array of accessories. Husband and wife duo T&F Slack Shoemakers London reconstruct modern classics, such as their signature ‘Derby Style Heritage Shoe’ in unusual colour combinations for men and women. Meli Melo will be present with their latest collection of versatile and desirable handbags combining contrasting textures and shapes, enveloping you into their exotic world of luxurious leathers. New label to watch Buckitt showcase their debut S/S handbag collection with a delicious selection of hand-made, multi-purpose bags under the ethos ‘one bag, every day’, available in colourful vegetable-tanned Italian leathers.
 
Other British labels to watch include Seven Boot Lane, Pryus, Slices London, Parka London, Matilda & Quinn and Anna Lou of London.
 
For full listings of all designers and registration to Scoop International please visit – http://www.scoop-international.com/
 
DIARY DATE - Press Preview – Monday 22nd July, 9am – Midday
A press preview morning on Monday 22nd July will feature luxury goody bags and special foodie treats from the likes of the Meringue Girls on offer.