Hazaar’s founders Isoline Hickman and Rachel Farrimond met while studying Costume for the Performing Arts at the London College of Fashion in 2004. It was here that they decided to create a bridal range that would allow versatility for brides on their wedding day while upholding the traditional elegant style of the wedding dress. This took Isoline and Rachel on a journey to create dresses that can take a bride from day to evening without the need for a second dress. Removable over or under skirts create a unique collection of convertible designs providing a change of look without the need to buy a second dress.

With a foundation of training and experience of garment design and construction, both historical and modern, and a love of classic style icons and designers including Dior and Grace Kelly, Rachel and Isoline fully immerse themselves in the design and creation process of each of their gowns carefully sourcing fabrics, trims and embellishments from suppliers in the UK. Creating unique designs with beautiful fabrics that complement each dress to create the perfect movement and structure is paramount.

Hazaar of London will be previewing the latest additions to their collection at White Gallery London, Battersea Park 20-22 May 2012, which include a range of brooches, clasps and embellishments to give buyers the option to customise and personalise the clean simple lines of the gowns with individually bespoke detailing.

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Claire has won various awards over the years, including Designer of the Year in 2005 and it seems that the word has spread far and wide with gowns being sent all over the world for private clients, including various high-profile celebrities – an amazing tribute to her success.  The gowns are feminine and luxurious; the reaction is that ‘they are classic shapes with a modern approach in stunning fabrics’. The collection is based on her best-selling silhouettes ensuring brides have a range of flattering shapes to choose from in a wide range of beautiful fabrics.

Eminently wearable with an unusual twist, the key desirable elements to the collection are the full lace or tulle over dresses and detachable pieces, such as belts and shoulder detail enabling brides to completely transform their look throughout their special day.  Claire’s designs are delicate and decorated with embellished pieces inspired by  of art, antique objects, vintage garments and the imaginative ideas conjured up from child-like daydreaming. The detailed construction techniques with every piece handmade in the UK, finished to flawless finesse and the use of precious materials in her collections, are a reflection of her true love of ‘Haute Couture’ from a very young age.

May 2012 will also see the launch of Claire’s much anticipated Occasion Wear/Mother of the Bride collection which has been created due to the high demand for her Couture service. Influenced by timeless style icons such as Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Onassis the range of elegant and chic outfits feature stunning fabrics with exquisite detailing.

“We are really looking forward to showcasing our new collection of dresses and accessories at White Gallery London, we have had such a phenomenal reaction to the collections so far and we feel that the show attracts the right clientele for us” comments Claire.

Claire Mischevani will be previewing “Innocenza” and “Grace” the new Occasion Wear/Mother of the Bride collection at Gallery London, Battersea Park 20-22 May
2012.

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The following video offers a glimpse of her latest collection with evening wear in an array of navy with black, gorgeous nudes and statement dresses in greens and purples, and catwalk footage featuring romantic bridal gowns of soft tulle and lace. These are followed by Castigliano’s striking signature pieces with structured fishtails and statement organza gowns. Commenting at the collection launch, Caroline Castigliano said: “For the evening wear collection, I wanted to show a cross-section of the evening and party dresses which encapsulate the diversity of the Caroline Castigliano brand. This year’s collection has short dresses that are perfect for a party and slightly more formal occasions, such as Ascot, Henley or a family or friend’s wedding.

The collection also includes structured, biased and soft floaty gowns. I love designing evening wear; it is expanding my creativity, and the glamour red carpet look is fascinating now.” Caroline added: “My ethos is to design for women who love the style and appreciate beautiful fabrics and quality workmanship. My gowns are simplistic, stylish and luxurious. In 2011/12, my entire inspiration was to continue developing a relaxed glamour collection, a sensual and glamorous look with a casual feel.”