11 Oct 10 UNIQLO +J COUNTDOWN – 3 DAYS TO GO
LAUNCH DATE: THURSDAY 14 OCTOBER, 10AM
The countdown has begun to Thursday 14 October and the UK launch of the latest much anticipated +J collection.
The +J Autumn/Winter 2010 collection continues to explore the territory between couture and sportswear, combining the lightest down jackets with sculptured felt coats and incorporating the season’s major trends.
The latest +J collection takes note of the season’s camel colour trend with a range of outerwear featuring deconstructed edges, sculpted shapes and tailored detailing. The essence of these outerwear +J pieces is purity:
“Well chosen, new clothes have the power to refresh and invigorate. A confident dresser will entertain a playful relationship to fashion, and experiment, without getting overwhelmed”
Jil Sander, 2010
Consisting of approximately 150 items, the +J Autumn/Winter 2010 collection offers many possibilities for the choice of an individual style and a personal uniform.
The +J Autumn/Winter 2010 collection will be available from Thursday October 14 at the following UK stores; 311 Oxford Street, Westfield London, Selfridges London (menswear only) and the latest addition to the UNIQLO portfolio in Bluewater, Kent. The collection will also be available to buy online at www.uniqlo.com/uk. Details will be posted on the UNIQLO +J web page. http://www.uniqlo.com/plusj/.
UNIQLO & Jil Sander: UNIQLO’s collaboration with Jil Sander has produced affordable, designer men’s clothing and women’s clothing with no compromise on quality.
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16 Sep 10 Announcing Lucky Machine; UNIQLO’s Prize Winning Online Game to Celebrate the Imminent Launch of the New UNIQLO Ecommerce Website, at 9am on 09/09
In the run-up to their ecommerce website relaunch, on 9 September 2010, UNIQLO have developed two new social media initiatives; LUCKY COUNTER, which hands over control of their best selling items to their customers, and LUCKY MACHINE, a pinball flash-based game offering players the chance to win huge prizes and online UNIQLO discounts.
Online pinball machine game LUCKY MACHINE will offer customers the chance to win a £1,000 cash prize, as well as online discount vouchers from £5 up to £100. There are three stages of play and each customer is given three balls. To get more balls, players simply have to invite their friends to play the game via Facebook or Twitter. The more friends you invite, the more chance you have at winning! LUCKY MACHINE will launch on the same day as the new UNIQLO ecommerce website and will run until October 1, 2010, with the discount codes issued valid until the end of November. The game will be available to play online at www.uniqlo.com.
UNIQLO launched Twitter initiative LUCKY COUNTER on 3 September and this will run until the new website launches on 9 September. Customers are invited to Tweet about selected items to reduce the cost; the more Tweets, the more customers can save on the price! All Twitter users have to do is simply visit the LUCKY COUNTER website at www.uniqlo.com, select their item and follow the instructions to Tweet. Customers will even be able to see the price dynamically change in real-time. The final reduced prices of these UNIQLO best selling items will be announced on the day of the ecommerce website relaunch, on 9 September, when customers will be able to browse and buy from 9am. The reduced prices will be available until 13 September.
The relaunch of the ecommerce website is the latest landmark in UNIQLO’s UK development strategy. This year also sees the opening of the first store outside of London in Bluewater on October 2, 2010.
Everything. Anytime. Shop online. www.uniqlo.com.
About UNIQLO: UNIQLO are a Japanese fashion house providing high quality men’s clothing and women’s clothing at affordable prices.
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06 Sep 10 UNIQLO Announce Exclusive UK Online Launch of velvet by Graham and Spencer Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection
Building on the success of the Spring/Summer 2010 collection, UNIQLO today announce the launch date of 20 September 2010 for the second designer collaboration with LA brand; velvet by Graham and Spencer.
velvet by Graham and Spencer is an American brand created by Jenny Graham and Toni Spencer. velvet first became known for its ultra soft, feminine and modern t-shirts. Having been designing together since 2000, Jenny Graham and Toni Spencer have since dedicated themselves to designing collections that speak to the modern woman, offering unpretentious styles that are subtly sexy, with a true sense of understated luxury.
The Autumn/Winter 2010 collection introduces luxurious 100% cashmere sweaters and cardigans, keeping to the brand’s heritage of quality and cut, creating super soft pieces that feel like a second skin. The capsule collection of six individual styles transcends seasonal fashions and emanates timeless style. With a rich colour palette of deep burgundy, stone, charcoal, cobalt and camel, these pieces will become your key winter staples.
The women’s clothing collection is priced from £79.99 to £99.99 and will be exclusively available at the UK flagship store at 311 Oxford Street, London and online at http://www.uniqlo.co.uk/ from 20 September 2010.
About UNIQLO: Established in 2003, UNIQLO UK is an innovative fashion brand providing women’s and men’s clothing for casual occasions through to smart events.
Tags: cardigans, mens clothing, sweaters, women's clothing
02 Sep 10 Autumn / Winter UNIQLO Women’s Casual Outerwear
This season UNIQLO brings you a plethora of must-have casual outerwear!
The ever popular neo-leather makes a comeback in sharp, fitted shapes to keep you looking glamorously grunge, whilst the coated cloth styles come in cuts suitable for city living or winter walks in the country.
Alternatively, the shearling cropped gilet channels aviation cool as well as being bang on-trend in the catwalk style stakes.
Women’s casual coats & jackets at UNIQLO will be priced from £19.99 and are available throughout the AW2010 period in all UK stores and nationwide at www.uniqlo.co.uk.
About UNIQLO: Well-known for their innovative materials, UNIQLO aren’t just a clothing brand. Their men’s clothing and women’s clothing are made to exacting Japanese standards with comfort taking as high priority as style.
Tags: coats & jackets, mens clothing, women's clothing, women's outerwear
26 Aug 10 UNIQLO 2011 UT GRAND PRIX Mickey and Minnie Mouse T-shirt Design Contest is Launched
UNIQLO has started accepting entries for the 2011 UT GRAND PRIX T-Shirt design contest. This year’s theme is based on Disney’s iconic Mickey and Minnie Mouse characters. A judging panel featuring representatives from both UNIQLO and Disney will choose the 20 top entries. The winning designs will then be sold at UNIQLO stores around the world as one of the well known UT T-Shirts.
UNIQLO’s UT GRAND PRIX contest first launched in 2005 with the goal of inspiring and supporting artists all over the world. The design competition is open to everyone, regardless of age, gender or nationality. The 2011 competition marks the 7th annual UT Grand Prix and will be thematically based on Disney’s Mickey and Minnie Mouse images; two of the world’s most widely recognised characters.
Entrants who wish to submit original designs for the UT printed t-shirts are asked to adhere to the following guidelines:
Entry Period
Tuesday August 10, 2010 through until Sunday September 19, 2010.
Entry Requirements
Entries are welcome from anyone, regardless of age, gender or nationality.
Entry Submission
Please visit the UT GRAND PRIX website for details www.uniqlo.com/utgp2011
Judges
Judges will include members from both UNIQLO and Disney.
Grand Prize
The Grand Prize winner will have their design printed on UT T-Shirts and sold at UNIQLO around the world. In addition, they will receive US$10,000 in prize money, a trip for two to Disneyland Resort in California and other exciting prizes.
Runners Up Prizes
Runners up will have their design printed on a UT T-Shirt and sold at UNIQLO around the world. In addition, they will receive a trip for two to Disneyland Resort in California, as well as other exciting prizes.
Inquiries
For any related inquiries, please email the UT GRAND PRIX OFFICE at: utgp2011@uniqlo.co.jp
* Please note entries will not be accepted if they are sent directly to this address, or if they are submitted in person.
About UNIQLO: UNIQLO is a casual clothing brand, fast becoming a household name worldwide. For unique t-shirts check out the men’s and women’s clothing sections of their online fashion store.
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24 Aug 10 Fashionable Outerwear this Autumn/Winter
The autumn and winter seasons can be a fun time for the fashion world as a range of warm yet fashionable jackets are teamed up with a selection of comfortable boots and trendy jeans, and just because these months are not about flashing the flesh, it doesn’t mean that you can’t be sexy. Women’s and men’s clothing ranges take on a whole new meaning of high fashion as designers attempt to lure in customers with a mixture of classic and modern outwear garments to keep us warm in the cold months.
Trench Coats
Trench coats may not sound particularly trendy yet they have been keeping men and women dry for many years at the same time as making them look good. A trench coat can be made from anything from leather and cotton drill through to wool gabardine, they are usually knee-length and these jackets often host a belt around the waist area along with a recognisable collar. This autumn/winter some designers are turning to faux fur collars and inner linings, and inside body warmers will ensure you are as warm as you are cool!
Here are some of the top reasons why trench coats continue to rock the fashion world:
- Trench coats are a timeless classic that never fail to go out of fashion
- They can be worn with skirts or trousers
- They are great for both men and women and are the ideal outerwear for the colder months
- They are waterproof
- They jazz up any outfit with their sleek lines
Parkas
Parkas are another type of outerwear garment that are commonly worn in the autumn and winter months and as with trench coats, they may not sound sexy but they look fabulous! They are more relaxed and casual than a trench coat and can be identified by their hoods which are often lined with fake fur for additional warmth and comfort. Others are lighter and easy to carry around. Parka jackets are fantastic for keeping dry and warm in the cold, or if you’re like Liam Gallagher they can be worn all year round purely for their pleasing aesthetic values.
Take a look at the different parka designs below for some inspiration on what is hot this autumn/winter seasons:
- Chequered patterns
- Faux fur collars
- Big hoods
- Waterproof outerwear
Parkas can be found in both women’s and men’s clothing sections and are an informal version of the trench coat and their retro appeal keeps them coming back into fashion year after year.
What’s Hot this Autumn/Winter?
The coming season’s looks are set to be stylish and fun and the cold months will bring with them a wide range of new looks and funky fashions. Lightweight parkas worn with jeans and stylish boots and sleek-cut trench coats paired with knee-length skirts will set the streets alight with fashionable new looks. Take to the internet to make your purchases online or enjoy a stroll around the shops to get hold of your new, cool clothes that will keep you warm while still making you look fabulous.
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02 Aug 10 Autumn/ Winter 2010 UNIQLO Women’s Legging Jeans
UNIQLO introduces the new Legging Jeans. More than a jegging and skinnier than the spray-on super skinny, these jeans will be your new wardrobe staple this Autumn Winter.
The comfortable stretch material gives an amazing fit and ease of movement. The skinny silhouette creates a long and lean line, and with washes ranging from classic indigo and acid blue, through to work-friendly styles in charcoal, black and camel, these Legging Jeans can be worn anywhere with anything.
The Denim Leggings can either create a relaxed look, or can be styled-up with an oversized knit as a nod to “the silhouette” trend of the season. These Leggings are certain to revolutionise the concept of denim and leggings.
UJ Legging Jeans are priced at £19.99 and will be available from the beginning August in the women’s clothing section at all UNIQLO UK stores and online at www.uniqlo.co.uk.
About UNIQLO: Established in 1984, UNIQLO is fast growing into a worldwide household name. Originally specialising in casual clothing the company is branching out into other areas and always offers an array of styles and colours in all their clothing.
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13 Jul 10 UNIQLO Announce New Twitter Competition
UNIQLO today announce a new Twitter initiative to reward their loyal Twitter and Facebook followers, promote their new Autumn Winter 2010 collection and increase SEO opportunities.
Fans of the UNIQLO brand are being offered the chance to star in a short fashion film, highlighting that keeping up with the latest trends at uni, in the workplace or at the weekend, does not have to mean being out of pocket.
The competition details are promoted on Facebook and entry is via Twitter, where entrants are invited to tell UNIQLO in no more than 140 characters why they should be styled and given a new look. They can even include a link to a short video of themselves or a photograph.
Finalists will be selected and notified for the initial casting on 22 July, before the six lucky winners are chosen to be filmed and styled on 26 July, each winning a £100 spending spree in the UNIQLO flagship store on Oxford Street.
For your chance to enter the competition, visit the UNIQLO UK Twitter profile at www.twitter.com/Uniqlo_UK and tell us in no more than 140 characters why you should be a part of this new initiative, including #uniqlocomp in your tweet.
UNIQLO is a Japanese fashion house providing affordable clothing without compromising on quality. UNIQLO are specialists at introducing innovative high-quality clothing to their women’s clothing and men’s clothing.
Shop online at www.uniqlo.co.uk.
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07 Jul 10 Keeping Cool this Summer with Uniqlo
One thing about the UK summer is that you almost certainly know when it has arrived! The days are longer, the hem lines are shorter, the temperatures are rising, the festivals start to rock the nation and UNIQLO are stocking the must have items for the season.
Sarafine, the next generation of women’s activewear, is sure to keep you feeling cool and looking even cooler with tanks, camisoles, t-shirts and leggings in this season’s must have pastel shades.
If there is one must have item to pack on your Glasto adventure, it’s definitely the Sarafine tee or tank that will keep you feeling fresh and comfortable. Sarafine women’s clothing offers superior drying action, wicking sweat with anti-odour and bacterial properties.
Team it up with your favourite UNIQLO denim cut off shorts, and cute straw trilby, perhaps pair your Sarafine with a maxi dress for that layered look or mix it up with denim dungarees and add a scarf for that rock and roll feel.
Whatever your choice – UNIQLO’s womens summer clothes will certainly be keeping you cool. Priced from £6.99, this collection is available now in all UNIQLO UK stores and online at www.uniqlo.co.uk.
Tags: women's activewear, women's clothing, womens summer clothes
05 Jul 10 A History of Shirts
It is amazing how far back in history shirts can be traced with the current oldest preserved shirt thought to be dated at around 3,000 BC. Since then, the style of shirts have changed dramatically to include shirts for all occasions from undergarments through to smart dress tops used for business or special ceremonies.
Men’s shirts have a long history as explorers, rulers, noblemen and workers all used various types of shirts for everyday work. Women’s shirts however took longer to be fashionably acceptable and it wasn’t until the 19th century that wearing shirts as a woman was a normal occurrence.
Men, women and children today all wear shirts and they can be worn for a variety of occasions. They can be found in all types of shops from designer boutiques through to supermarkets and they vary in style and their fit as much as they do price.
Evolution of Men’s Shirts
The earliest preserved shirt was discovered by Flinders Petrie; an English archaeologist specialising in Egyptology. It was taken from the First Dynasty Egyptian tomb in the cemetery in Tarkan. It is very advanced for its age as it boasts pleats that give the wearer a fitted look without restricting movement.
For the best part of history, men’s shirts were worn as an undergarment and up until the 17th century it was still considered indecent for a shirt to be on show in public. Shirts were often used for sleeping in by men in the 18th century and in many cases; underpants were forgone in favour of long shirts that would hide their modesty.
For hundreds of years men’s shirts were only available in white. It was not until the early 1800s that men would be seen in shirts of colour. Over the years more colours would make their way onto men’s torsos and the short started to take different forms.
Today, a shirt comes in many different styles. The traditional dress shirt has buttons up the front, cuffs and collars; polo shirts made popular by brands like Lacoste and Ralph Lauren with just three buttons at the top and a collar; and the ever popular t-shirt that comes in a variety of different shapes, colours and sizes.
Women and Shirts
Garibaldi women’s shirts were the first real type of shirts to hit the ladies fashion markets in the 1800s. Giuseppe Garibaldi was an Italian nationalist trying to gain independence for Italy. Garibaldi and his followers used to wear red woollen shirts; women fell for his courage and personality while men tried to emulate him.
From this point, women’s shirts evolved into blouses in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and women who worked away from the home would wear these to blend in with a male dominated workforce.
As well as having their own distinct styling, women have a variety of shirts available to them from tight fitting blouses and football tops through to lose fitting men’s shirts and throw-overs suitable for holidays.
Although men’s and women’s shirts are much the same in design and material choices there is one huge difference that is noticeable when dressing; a shirt for a woman will button up the opposite side to a man. There are a few theories behind this and one of the major thoughts is that women would always have a maid dress them while men would dress themselves. Whatever the reason, it has become a tradition for female shirts to button up the other way as well as other upper body clothes like jackets.
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