Top AW14 Trends Warm Up The Womenswear Catwalks

Top AW14 Trends Warm Up The Womenswear  Catwalks

Once again the fashion shows have kicked off for AW14 and as it is our outerwear special this month, we thought it would be good to demonstrate some of the most popular trends that have been emerging on the catwalks for this ever nearer season.

Super Sized Coats: Outerwear is oversized for Autumn with elongated calf-length shapes and pumped up boxier silhouette featuring. Classic trench coats and over coats have a masculine feel while the use of chunky heavy fabrics all add to the look. Fabrics like thick wools and fluffy      textures like shearling together with fur add even more volume to the super sized coats seen.

Red Alert: Ladies in Red has been a standout hue featuring on the catwalks ranging from blood orange to tomato. Matching separates have proven popular and many designers have used   contrasting tones to build their desired looks, while evening wear designers have used high    impact red dresses in a solid bold shade.

Statement Gilets: With the current unpredictable weather we have seen buyers attracted to more transitional garments which work throughout the seasons whether sun or snow. A great way to do this is to layer up items such as sleeveless gilets. These have been luxed up with fluffy shearling, fur and feathers and, on the catwalks have been seen layered up over chunky knits or under lighter outerwear.

Big Textures: Furry and Fuzzy textures have been all over the catwalks of late. Designers have used an array of cosy warm fabrics to give an opulent feel to Winter outerwear. Both real and faux furs were prominent alongside shaggy and shaved shearling, and leather.

Wrap Coats: Although oversized outerwear is still key for AW14, another classic has also emerged in the form of wrap coats. Belted and clinched at the waist with sharp bold shoulders; this style is one of the more sophisticated trends of AW14.

Buying for Spring Summer 15

Buying for Spring Summer 15

Are you fed up with the gloomy winter weather?

Wanting to shed your heavy outdoor coat for something lighter and fresher?

Well, Spring Summer 2014 is nearly upon us and  with the outerwear trends, it looks like  you will soon be wearing something cool  and stylish from the catwalks of the most recent shows.

However, if you are a buyer, we are sure you will be transported 12 months ahead to Spring Summer 2015 and will be asking yourself the all too familiar and all too important questions:-

· Are all our styles confirmed?

· Do we have the full complement of designs?

· Is sampling in place?

· Supply chain issues resolved?

· What do we need?

Here at PDA International we are a ‘One Stop Shop’ for all or any parts of what you may need to complete your Spring Summer 2015 range.

We can also ensure that all the necessary provisions are put into place to achieve both a successful launch and, have production delivered both on time and to the highest possible quality standard.

If you are short of designs we can either take one of your own inspirations to creation or, create new designs to inspire you.

Proto and Salesman’s samples can be turned around within a couple of weeks, followed by bulk production within 6 – 8 weeks from fabric availability.

This also includes all other services provided from laymarker production and  supply control, to on line and end of line quality assurance and, delivery to your door.

· Where else would you need to shop?

For more detailed information on our products and services, please contact us today.

· Don’t delay, just turn to PDA.

2014 The Year For Change.....

When it comes to a new year’s resolution everyone is unsure

whether they can stick to it for long. Still people try to succeed

 year after year. Below are our top 10most commonly made

resolutions…..

· Quit an addiction– Always a hard one to achieve, just keep in mind there is help out there.

· Soak up new Skills– Learning something new is always interesting and fun, also a great way to meet new people.

· Fit in Fitness– Exercise, exercise, exercise but remember to choose a regime that you could stick to.

· Loose that loan– Pay off a dept and feel that weight lifted off those shoulders.

· Globe Trotting– If new places interest you, don't just imagine them….go and see them!

· Fun with Family– Bonding with the family creates memories you treasure for life.

 

Jumpers set to be 'This Years Onesie'

The high street is banking on Kitsch jumpers to take the title from the Onesie as this years Christmas must-have item.

Last year the Onesie was one of the most talked about pieces, with many stores completely selling out.

This year retailers are to back the Christmas jumper trend which will include large novelty motifs of    animals or kitsch patterns. We will see lots of jumpers with snowflakes or small hearts and animals such as reindeers and robins will also prove to be popular.

PDA Expands....

PDA Expands…

 

Due to expansion and, as part of PDA International’s continuous improvement policy, we are pleased to announce the opening of our bigger and better, brand new Sample Room.

 

Located within our office building at 68 square meters of floor space, it houses brand new machinery of various types.

 

Technologies include embroidery, button holing and seam sealing facilities, consolidated with our broad range of sewing machines and large cutting table.

 

This now enables us to produce the vast and expanding range of samples required by our customers and, to produce more of them and, with an even faster turnaround.

 

Together with our design service, pattern development and grading, this compliments the PDA complete package, providing sampling facilities without the hassle of external service and, at a fast response.

 

If your company could benefit from these service, please let us know.

 

 

Seamless September 2013 Fashion Inspiration......

Seamless - Issue 3 September

Justin Timberlake

After taking a few years out of the music Industry to concentrate on his acting career, Mr Timberlake has returned from the musical wilderness at the start of the year with his new album 'the 20/20 Experience'.

This return to the industry has not only brought a change of sound, but also a reinvention  of style. He has in both music & style a suave, soulful & mature approach. Timberlake has  earned his status as a true style icon....

Justin Timberlake Seamless menswear Fashion Inspiration September 2013

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