Finally the confusion is over and the verdict is out – there would now be only one fashion week as the industry’s two main groups Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and Fashion & Design Promotion Council (FDPC) have decided.
After months of discussions and meetings, the decision was made keeping in mind the sentiments of the designers who were vouching for one fashion week.
The government-run FDPC had been talking of having a separate event of it’s own.
“Finally, I am glad and feeling happy about this united decision that is aimed at taking our fashion industry to great heights and benefiting our design fraternity in best possible way,” FDCI president Sunil Sethi told IANS.
“All designers wanted to have one fashion week and it was only the push and pull of different councils that was coming as a barrier. But with this decision, everything has been sorted out,” added Sethi.
Describing FDCI as a parent body, Sethi said: “FDCI has been a parent body from where different councils and different members originated. But at the end of the day, they all are part of the family and we all have one vision and that is to take our fashion fraternity to great heights.”
“We have come to this decision amicably and FDPC will work more towards supporting the industry, and on the other hand we will continue to showcase and promote our designing talent,” he added.
Rhona Baty, world travel specialist at Thomas Cook in Carlisle, says the Caribbean is popular. She said: “Destinations such as the Dominican Republic, Cuba and Mexico
are more affordable now.
“Honeymoons to destinations that offer sunshine and a beach continue to be the main choice.”
Rhona has also received requests for different types of holidays, such as cruises.
As your first holiday as newlyweds, the first decision to make is deciding whether you want to sit on a beach, want to go somewhere to explore, or a combination of
them both and whether you want a package or tailor-made itinerary.
Stephen Dent, manager at Dawson and Sanderson in Carlisle, also identifies the Caribbean as a hot favourite and has seen a rise in the number of couples choosing
multi-centre holidays.
“Couples may want to stop en route to their final destination.”
And while many couples have some idea of where they want to go or the type of honeymoon they want, they give it plenty of thought and consideration.
He said: “They will hopefully only be going on a honeymoon once so they want to make sure it is the holiday of a lifetime.”
A recent poll by Maps International discovered that 69 per cent of couples getting married rated their honeymoon as top priority on the list of things to organise for
their wedding.
With Emirates now operating flights to Dubai from Newcastle Airport, Liz Beaty, director at the Travel Team in Brampton and Carlisle, says the city has become a
popular destination for Cumbrian honeymooners.
Before your first dress shop visit, it is essential to decide on your budget and then make sure you stick to it.
Dresses can range in price from less than £100 to several thousands.
There are some choices that may affect the price of your wedding dress, including the fabric and whether you buy it from a bridal shop, a High Street retailer, the
internet, a charity shop or have one made for you.
You may have always wanted to wear your mum’s or grandmother’s dress, the most important thing is that you are happy with your choice and you feel special wearing
it.
If you buy from a High Street shop, you will probably be able to take it away with you. If they have to order it then you need to agree with them when it will arrive
and also whether they will do alterations.
If you are between sizes then always go for the larger size as it will be easier to take a dress in rather than taking it out, and make sure you don’t rush the
decision.
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Ailsa Taylor from The Wedding Warehouse, Carlisle
“We get a lot of brides who say they are uncomfortable with the tops of their arms. Strapless dresses look lovely on brides with larger arms if they can find the
confidence to wear it. It will draw attention down the dress and away from the arms, whereas a dress with straps will bring attention to the arms.
“Strapless dresses are also flattering for larger brides whereas brides with smaller busts may want to wear a dress with a shoestring strap.
“Two pieces are a good idea for a bride who has a large bust but has small hips because you can get a better fit with each piece.”
Tina Strong from The Wedding Barn, Bolton near Appleby
“For girls with a fuller figure, we have an unforgettable range of dresses that have enhanced bodice construction which give a perfect fit.
“For the petite girl we have a range of gowns which are designed to accentuate the bride’s shape.”
Joanne Bradley from Olivia James Bridal, Egremont
“Asymmetric dresses are flattering for many brides.
“You should choose a dress that is suitable for the venue – don’t choose a big dress if you are getting married in a warm location.
“Jackets are becoming popular because brides who are getting married in a church want to cover up their arms to keep them warm.
“They will also cover up tattoos.”
When Jennifer Barry got engaged to Thomas Gibson in July last year her thoughts turned to her parents Alan and Pia’s wedding, which they shared with Alan’s sister
Fiona and her husband Graham Partridge.
They were married at Holy Trinity Church, Northside and were told at the time that it was the first double wedding in Cumbria.
“I wanted us to share our day with somebody as well,” said Jennifer, 22. “When my brother Allan got engaged a couple of weeks later I asked him what he thought
about a double wedding and he liked the idea.”
When they asked their respective fiances they both agreed.
Kimberley Beach, Allan’s fiancée said: “I have known Jennifer for 10 years and we are close. I wouldn’t have shared my wedding with anyone else.”
Although there were two couples planning the wedding, they all agreed on the details of the day.
“The most stressful part of the planning was the table plan but apart from that it went smoothly,” said Kimberley, 24. “We all got what we wanted.
“It was good because we helped each other with ideas.”
Kimberley bought most of the outfits she needed from Dresses & Dreams in Workington – for herself plus all bridesmaids, mother of the bride, groom and all male
attendants.
The couples were married at St Michael’s Church, Workington on June 5 followed by a reception at Hunday Manor Hotel near Workington.
On the day Jennifer’s dad Alan walked her down the aisle, then came Kimberley and her father Colin. When it came to the vows they took it in turn to say each part.
“It was very emotional,” said Jennifer, a café supervisor for Morrisons. “I was really nervous. When I heard Kimberley’s voice shaking a bit, I felt better. I felt
that we were there to support each other.”
The church was packed with relatives and friends, with the Barry family and friends on one side and the Beach and Gibson families and friends on the other side of the
church.
James Carruthers and Kelly Mumby – both 22 – failed to seek urgent medical attention for their five-week-old son.
The News & Star was previously banned from naming the couple but yesterday Judge Paul Batty QC lifted reporting restrictions allowing us to name and shame the pair.
Carruthers, of Westfield View, Flimby, and Mumby, of Garnet Road, Beaston, Leeds, were convicted of child cruelty after a trial at Carlisle Crown Court in July.
They were back in court yesterday when Judge Batty QC jailed Carruthers for six months and Mumby for four months.
He said: “You were the natural parents of that baby and as such primarily responsible for the welfare of that child.
“You left a five-week-old baby with a fracture for in excess of 24 hours. The child would have had pain and suffering. You only took the child to the doctor because
pressure was coming from other sources.
“Babies must be protected and parents have that responsibility. You did not take that child for prompt medical attention and I view that as very serious indeed.”
Prosecutor Kim Whittlestone told the court: “They took the baby to the doctor on February 18 last year because he had swelling in his right leg. The doctor advised
the parents to take him to accident and emergency.
“The doctor felt that the parents were not as co-operative as they could have been. It was obvious that the baby was in considerable pain and a fracture was
suspected.
“Carruthers was asked how the injury occurred and he said that he had rolled onto the baby two days previously when he was asleep.
“A relative had mentioned on the Sunday that the baby needed assistance. Although James Carruthers was aware of this he did not seek medical assistance until the
Monday.”
Rod Halligan, defending Carruthers, said: “My client has an abnormally low level of intelligence. He does express regret to any suffering caused to the child”
Brendan Burke, for Mumby, said: “My client is of abnormally low intellect. She now lives in Leeds with her mother.”
The court was told that the baby is up for adoption.
Ann Haynes, 53, was making a delivery to electrical wholesalers Rexel Senate at Moresby Parks Industrial Estate in Whitehaven when three men – Paul McNish, Callum
Tyson and Mohammed Niaz – made off with her keys, her van and its cargo.
They left her bound inside a container for eight hours in July last year.
Ms Haynes, from Lancashire, was found shocked but unhurt the following morning.
At Carlisle Crown Court, McNish, 48, of Lonsdale Road, Blackpool, pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit a robbery between July 1 and July 17 and false imprisonment on
July 16, 2008 – together with Tyson.
Tyson, 19, of Oxford Street, Cleethorpes, and Niaz, 23, of Charles Street, Blackpool, admitted same charges in earlier court appearances.
Another man, Paul Matthews, 43, of Ribble Road, Blackpool, also admitted conspiring to rob between July 1 and 17.
McNish, Matthews and Niaz were all remanded in custody for pre-sentence reports to be prepared. They will be sentenced on Friday, September 18.
Tyson is on bail but is due to appear at Carlisle Crown Court on Friday.
Judge Paul Batty QC told the men: “These are very grave offences. A lengthy custodial sentence is a possible outcome.”
The August sunshine brought thousands through the gates of Dalston Showfield on Saturday for the climax of the village festival.
Among the entrants in the industrial section was 15-year-old Laura Potts who, like many others, froze her baking entries made for the abandoned Cumberland Show in
July.
The Dalston youngster followed in her grandmother Laura and mother’s footsteps to win most points in the industrial classes.
She said: “My gran taught me a lot and so it’s great to follow in her footsteps.”
Aged just nine Ella Swainson won the accolade of most outstanding exhibit for her detailed drawing of Dalston Show that took three weeks to complete.
Mandy Henderson, industrial secretary , said: “We had more than 1,700 exhibits, which is a record. It was difficult to find room for everything.
“It might be to do with the Cumberland Show not going ahead. There has been so much enthusiasm to enter this year.”
For hobby farmers Sarah Whittaker and Stan Parry, from Newton Arlosh, their first-ever show was a big success. Their ryeland sheep took the reserve rosette in the any
other breed section.
The interbreed sheep championship was won by Jonathan Wales, of Thackwood, Raughton Head, with a homebred shearling charollais ram.
In the beef cattle section, the same prize was won by Steve Pattinson from Roadhead with a Belgian blue animal.
There were plenty of children’s events including a pet show, which was won by 10-year-old Millie Coates with her rabbit Daisy, who also triumphed in the same
competition at Penrith Show last month.
Thousands watched the carnival parade judged in the main ring in the afternoon. The best float was made by Dalston Bowling Club based on an Abba theme. Volunteers
spent two weeks making the float, which is helping the club raise money for local charities.
Jennifer Jackson from Thursby was among the spectators. She comes to the event every year and said: “It’s a really family-friendly atmosphere and such a good day
out.”
The online campaign has been started by Carlisle solicitor Cheryl Broad, and has attracted more than 250 supporters in its first few days.
They are being asked to write to the Culture Secretary Ben Bradshaw and the Minister for Digital Britain Stephen Timms, asking them to make the region a trial for
Independently Financed News Consortia, a move which will restore the nightly 30-minute news programme lost eight months ago when ITV Border was amalgamated with ITV
Tyne Tees. Three trial areas are to be set up using money from the licence fee.
Cheryl organised a campaign last year against the Border merger. She said, “It is now vital that we show there is still a demand for local news, so we can get our own
programme back.
“As it is, Cumbria and the south of Scotland are now getting only token news coverage, and much of what happens in this area is being ignored.
“Our fear is that, if we don’t get chosen for one of the trials, by the time the plan is rolled out across the rest of the country the idea of the Border region seen
as a separate news area will have been forgotten. We are urging everyone to join our Facebook group now and make their views heard.”
Brampton parish council chairwoman Judith Pattinson said she has been inundated with concerns from people angry at the state of the surface which they now have to pay
to park on between 10am and 6pm.
Carlisle City Council is aware of the concerns and following inquiries from The Cumberland News this week, work has been started to fill in the potholes.
Objections have been raised over the introduction of the latest controversial parking controls at the beauty spot.
In May the city council launched a second bid to map out the car park – this followed a first attempt in which involved massive three-tonne boulders and was soon
abandoned following a public outcry.
The boulders were removed after less than a week in January following a petition, complaints from drivers who had collided with the huge rocks and a local campaign,
backed by The Cumberland News.
Despite a further 3,000-signature petition, parking fees charging visitors £1 between the hours of 10am and 6pm were agreed by councillors in April.
The latest changes have seen railway sleepers used to mark out bays and designated roads, but visitors say that this has left the surface uneven and potholed.
A total of £7,000 has been spent on the car park – £2,000 on the boulders and £5,000 on the latest upgrade.
Mrs Pattinson, said: “I have been inundated with complaints about Talkin Tarn car park.
“People have been stopping me in the street.
“Local people are angry that the condition has been allowed to deteriorate and they are still being asked to pay to park on it.
Timberland announced a policy agreement with Greenpeace that will help ensure the leather used in the shoe company’s products will not contribute to new deforestation
in the Amazon Rainforest.
The policy makes Timberland the industry leader in environmentally and socially responsible Brazilian leather procurement and comes less than a week after Nike
announced a policy that would prevent the company from sourcing any leather from the Amazon until deforestation for cattle expansion is halted.
Timberland’s announcement comes on the heels of the Greenpeace report titled, “Slaughtering the Amazon,” which documents a three-year investigation that traced
leather, beef and other cattle products from ranches involved in deforestation at the heart of the Amazon Rainforest, as well as the invasion of indigenous lands and
slavery, back to the supply chains of top brands.
Working with Greenpeace, Timberland released a policy that requires leather suppliers, such as Bertin, to commit to a moratorium on newly deforested areas in the
Amazon. Given the cattle industry is responsible for Brazil’s top source of carbon dioxide emissions and the largest driver of deforestation in the world, a moratorium
on cattle expansion is a critical component of Brazil’s Zero Deforestation policy if it aims to reduce forest related greenhouse gas emissions.
“Timberland has raised the bar for environmentally and socially responsible leather sourcing policies in the Amazon. They have taken an important step by not only
committing to avoid leather from cattle raised in newly deforested areas, but by working with existing suppliers like Bertin, to move the Brazilian cattle sector
toward supporting a moratorium on any new cattle expansion into the Amazon Rainforest,” said Lindsey Allen, a forest campaigner with Greenpeace.
Other key areas that demonstrate Timberland’s leadership in these areas of corporate sustainability include:
* The company’s willingness to not just fix its own supply chain but work to improve practices in the wider industry;
* The company was already working to find areas where it could improve these policies internally;
* The company has a long history of first working with suppliers to make lasting positive change and that has been one of the most effective parts of their model.
