One can but lament the fact the men’s day-to-day fashion mainly restricts itself to the ubiquitous Topman shirts and G-Star jeans: all too little attention is given to making men’s fashion that bit different, original or more outgoing than it actually is. Continue reading
It’s certainly true what they say about Scottish weather: it can be wet – and to add insult to injury, recent events have proven that it can get very windy too. After staunchly attempting to deny these facts, I have gradually come to sadly acquiesce when challenged by non-Scottish people and their inevitable comments about the “bad weather”. Continue reading
Brows furrowed, mouths foaming, eyes frantic; Christmas hysteria is about to hit the high street. Want to avoid the blistered feet and broken spirits? Here are GUM’s top pick of markets where you can bag crafts goods, vintage treats and designer pieces to give Santa a run for his money. Continue reading
It’s no secret that we here at GUM are fans of Bold Souls – an exciting fashion pop-up event taking Glasgow by storm. The latest instalment saw The Arches play host, providing the perfect platform for showcasing one-of-a-kind designs and vintage fare.
Sick of the average beret? Then look no further than Glasgow’s very own Jenivieve Berlin Millinery. Ginger Clark caught up with Jenivieve to ask her a few head-wear related questions.
How would you summarise Jenivieve Berlin Millinery in one sentence?
Loud, Outrageous, Rebellious head wear for those who dare to be different!
04.05.11
Yasmin Ali
Judy’s Affordable Vintage fair comes to Glasgow this weekend, right on your doorstep! So put down your books for a couple of hours and head to the QMU for loads of vintage goodies that won’t break the bank. With 500+ as attending on the Facebook event page, it’s set to be a success. Show your support on the official Glasgow Facebook group and be sure to join the retro-themed shenanigans. After all, who doesn’t need a deserved break from the books at this time of year? We hear seats in the library are like gold-dust these days…
Listings info:
Open 12-5pm Sunday at QMU, 22 University Gardens, G12 8QN
All welcome, not just students!
Entry £2/£1 concessions / free for under 12′s
You can read on for official press info from Judy HQ.
Photo: RN Smith
Rena Niamh Smith
GUM were backstage for the Nightwalk fashion show held in the Arches. Featuring performances from drag ad burlesque artists, DJs and a wealth of Glasgow design talent, the show proved a successful and exciting follow-up to last October’s event. Backstage, make-up artists, hair stylists and dressers worked in a flurry of activity to prepare the models for the runway. Make up was glittery and bright, hair curled and back-combed with finger-tips. Preceded by a cut of the graduate design talent from the Art School’s Class of 2011, designers Betty Spoke, Alan Moore, Obscure Couture, Mee Mee Couture, Jennie Loof, and Fair Feathered Friend were amongst those showcasing their work. Jewellery by Oui! Designs also featured, as well as headpieces by Beretk!Ah… and William Chambers Millinery. The night was a roaring success, closed by Betty Spoke’s insane sea-inspired collection, including dresses made of mussel shells, oyster shells and fisherman’s nets. The night certainly proved Glasgow may be small but it’s a mighty contender on the British fashion radar. Continue reading
20.04.11
Yasmin Ali
Workers all around the country have planned days-out for the extra day off to celebrate the Royal Wedding. An events company in Glasgow has planned celebrations the week prior with its ‘Royal Hen-Doo’ – aright royal mix of pamper treatments, afternoon tea, a party and even a sit-down dinner – all included in one ticket for just £30!
The event sees top bar The Corinthian and new club Chambre69 join forces for a day and night to remember, with spa treatments, champagne, chocolates, High Tea, dinner, dancing and more!
Limited tickets are available from 5pm website here.