In The Royal Box at Crabtree & Evelyn

In The Royal Box at Crabtree & Evelyn

 Looking for a little something special to make you sparkle during the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee?

  Crabtree & Evelyn have the answer.

A decorative commemorative box featuring two luxury soaps,

Crabapple & Mulberry and Vetiver & Juniperberry

for just £12.

Relax and indulge with the beautifully scented soaps and keep the box as a reminder of this celebratory, historic event.

 Available in store until 18^th June at

Crabtree & Evelyn

The Exchange

8 High Street

 Nottingham

T: 0115 958 64544

 W: www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk

Strong performance for The Exchange

Despite fears on the high street regarding consumer confidence in the first quarter of 2012, Nottingham's premier shopping centre, The Exchange, has returned a strong performance with footfall higher than national benchmark figures on average. After a prolonged period of difficult trading in the retail sector, this further serves to confirm The Exchange's status as the one of the city's principal shopping destinations.

Centre Manager Neil Fincham commented, "Of course footfall is only ever half the story as takings in store are the real indicator. Initial feedback from our stores show sales have also risen, with some tenants reporting rises of over 25% year on year."

Broader confidence in The Exchange also remains high, with a number of new stores looking to open this season. Notable amongst these is Patisserie Valerie, whose arrival echoes the food retailing roots of the centre, begun in 1929 with Burton's Food Hall.

Due to open in the late spring, Patisserie Valerie is a haven of self- indulgence and offers a selection of exquisite cakes, gateaux and patisseries, all hand-made using traditional recipes and authentic methods. They also plan to cater for seating under The Exchange's renowned domed roof as well as in store, bringing a truly continental atmosphere to the centre.

Mr Fincham added, "Whilst not at all complacent about the market as a whole, the new arrivals certainly speak of a continuing confidence in The Exchange and Nottingham as a whole, which I hope bodes well for what remains an unpredictable year ahead."

It’s A Winner at Hawes & Curtis

It’s A Winner at Hawes & Curtis

Winner Charlotte Woods

 

The Exchange’s Hawes & Curtis are proud to support local design talent and a luxe tux inspired entry came out top in this year’s shirt design competition. Six third year fashion students from Nottingham Trent University were shortlisted as finalists in a design competition set by formal shirt brand Hawes & Curtis. Given the opportunity to design a men’s or ladies shirt that would sit alongside the brands premium fashion range, their samples were displayed in The Exchange’s store window – giving the chance for customers to help vote for the winner through secret in store ballot cards! The shirt with the greatest customer vote was designed by Charlotte Woods, whose bold black and white “tux” inspired ladies shirt will now be sold in both stores and online as part of the Hawes & Curtis autumn collection. “I couldn’t be happier to have won the competition”, enthused a delighted Charlotte. “It has been a massive confidence boost for me, and I am extremely proud to have my shirt manufactured and sold as a part of the Hawes and Curtis autumn range. Entering the competition has been a great experience and an enjoyable journey and I am really looking forward to working with the team when on placement after graduating, and seeing my design in store." In the end the votes were so high that Hawes & Curtis also awarded two “runner up” prizes; Georgina Chapman with her soft and feminine Nottingham Lace inspired satin shirt, and Alex Quay, who designed a bold men’s fitted shirt with a large English Rose print -inspired by the Olympics and Queen’s Jubilee year. “We’re keen to support up and coming talent and to give fashion students a commercial edge in a very competitive industry”, says Hawes & Curtis Area Manager and judge, Sarah Meese. “The standard this year has been extremely high and it was difficult choosing the finalists. Involving our customers in the winning decision was fantastic!” The public can purchase this year’s winning three designs from Autumn 2012 in the Hawes & Curtis store based in The Exchange, Nottingham or on line. And if this has got you in the mood for a stylish classic, then get shirty and button up at……… Hawes and Curtis 9 The Exchange Nottingham NG1 2DD T: 0115 985 9326 www.hawesandcurtis.com Store open Monday to Saturday 9:30am-6:30pm and Sunday 11am-5pm. 

Runner-up Georgina Chapmann

 

 

 

 Runner-up Alex Quay

 

Salad Days

Salad Days

Prêt A Manger has grown a little bored with the wet weather. So here’s hoping the sun is about to shine because Prêt are celebrating summer by launching a range of delicious new salads. Choose from Simple Tuna Salad, No Bread Moroccan Chickpea and No Bread Prosciutto and Lentil all available now. Plus, Prêt A Manger’s new Chargrilled Chicken Caesar Salad will be joining the menu next week.

May Day Alert!

There are also two new Prêt A Manger specials to enjoy this month  – the aromatic Asian Sesame Chicken Wrap and the handsome Free-Range Egg and Grilled Asparagus on Artisan.

Step in store as there’s so much more.

Prêt A Manger chefs continue to create new flavours and combinations using the best natural ingredients. From sandwiches to salads, every one is freshly prepared in The Exchange’s shop kitchen.

Creating handmade natural food Prêt A Manger avoid the obscure chemicals, additives and preservatives common to so much of the 'prepared' and 'fast' food on the market today.

Yummy Summer never tasted so good at……..

Pret A Manger

The Exchange

10 High Street
Nottingham
NG1 2ET
T: 020 7932 5290

W: http://www.pret.com/

Hey, Sailor! Face at M•A•C

Hey, Sailor! Face at M•A•C

Set sail this summer with M•A•C’s gorgeously golden bronzing collection inspired by the glam of vintage pin-up girls. Go overboard with Pro Longwear Bronzing Powder, To the Beach Body Oil and more!

Hey, Sailor! Bronzing Powder

A lightly frosted, tinted powder that gives skin sheer, natural colour effects and highlights, ideal to enhance and strengthen a tan.

Packaged in blue and white stripes, it's a match to everything Hey, Sailor!

Choose from Soft Sand or Refined Gold.

Limited Edition £20

Hey, Sailor! Pro Longwear Bronzing Powder

Combining comfort, flawless sheer-low transparent coverage and long wear, this is bronze with a fully dimensional yet natural finish.

Comes in a nautical blue and white striped compact.

Choose from Nude On Board or Sun Dipped.

Limited Edition £22

To The Beach Bronze Body Oil

A shimmering, body oil formulated to bring a sheer sheen and sexy gleam to skin, with a soothing, natural emollient.

Its fusion of three botanical oils helps soften, smooth and moisturise skin.

Choose from Seaside or Man Rays

Limited Edition £15.50

167 SH Face Blender Brush

Specially designed for the lightweight application and blending of face powders, highlighters and bronzers. This short-handled brush of white goat hair is dome shaped, luxuriously full and fluffy, to create a flawless look.

£26.00

Nautical but nice at ……….

M•A•C

14 Cheapside

 The Exchange

 Nottingham

 NG1 2HU

T: 0870 192 5265

 W: www.maccosmetics.co.uk

In The Union at Crabtree & Evelyn

In The Union at Crabtree & Evelyn

Flag it up! A trip to Crabtree & Evelyn is a must.

To celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee pick up a Union Flag India Hicks Gift Set.

Available in store at The Exchange from Wednesday 16^th May.

Brightly decorated with the iconic Union flag and red handles, the charming jute bag contains

India Hicks Island Living Hand Wash 300ml & India Hicks Island Living Hand Therapy 275g.

Union Flag India Hicks Gift Set: £25

The inspiration for the India Hicks Island Living fragrance comes from India’s beautiful Bahamian island home and passion for natural beauty. All products in the range carry the Royal Warrant, awarded by HRH the Prince of Wales.

“The Diamond Jubilee is an exciting time for England and the Commonwealth,” said India. “I feel especially connected as I grew up listening to the story of my mother being with Princess Elizabeth, in Africa, at the moment she found out the King had died and she was now to be Queen”.

Ideal as either a gift for party hosts or simply a treat for yourself, the Union Flag India Hicks Gift Set is a luxurious way to mark this very special royal occasion, in celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee on 2 June.

The gentle Hand Wash is pure vegetable soap in liquid form, made from a blend of moisturising coconut and anti-oxidant olive oil, with nourishing avocado and honey extracts to leave skin silky soft.  The Hand Therapy is formulated with moisturising shea butter to leave hands soft and supple, while ceramide 3 and 6 11 improve the barrier function of skin to prevent moisture loss and keep your hands looking conditioned.

Celebrate the Diamond Jubilee with a little royal luxury from…...

Crabtree & Evelyn

The Exchange

8 High Street

 Nottingham

T: 0115 958 64544

 W: www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk

Patisserie Valerie to open in The Exchange

Patisserie Valerie to open in The Exchange

 

When The Exchange first opened its doors in 1929 it was the site of a Fortnum's-style food centre called Burton's Arcade. It's doubly fitting then, that nearly 85 years later food is to be put firmly back on the menu within the centre with the opening of Patisserie Valerie, who first started in business in 1926.

The first Patisserie Valerie was opened in Frith Street in Soho by one Madam Valerie, who came to London on a mission to introduce fine Continental Patisserie to the English. Every Valerie Café has its own individual style and decor, but all of them have the same continental atmosphere.

Due to open in the late spring, Patisserie Valerie is a haven of self- indulgence with the most exquisite cakes, gateaux and patisseries available, all hand-made using traditional recipes and authentic methods.

And what better place to indulge than in the magnificent setting of The Exchange's Grade 11* listed arcade? With seating available under the centre's renowned domed roof as well as in the store, it's the perfect place to take a break from shopping, relax and watch the world go by.

Bag a Kate Bag at Jaeger

Bag a Kate Bag at Jaeger

Spend £200* at The Exchange’s Jaeger store and receive a stunning designer Kate Bag worth £150, absolutely free!

The beautiful classic quilted leather bag, taken from Jaeger’s timeless accessories collection features a gold metal chain strap. This compact creation has a rich cotton lining and branded hardware. A sophisticated style, perfect for everyday use, available in black or taupe.

Established in 1884, Jaeger is a world-class, British fashion and lifestyle brand with a rich history and dynamic future built on classic, yet up to the minute womenswear, menswear and accessory design.

Bag a beauty this month at ………..

Jaeger

The Exchange

 Nottingham

 NG1 2DD

http://www.jaeger.co.uk/