Star Wars Marvel at Castle Fine Art

Translated into limited edition art for the first time in collaboration with Marvel's fine art publisher, Choice Fine Art and Acme Archives, this collection of Star Wars comic book covers printed by Marvel celebrates one of the most famous film franchises of all time and encapsulates the battle between good and evil which both Star Wars and Marvel are recognised for.

It is rumoured that George Lucas initially approached Stan Lee in the mid-1970s when the first of the Star Wars film was still in production. With a timeless concept, complex, well-drawn characters and an underlying battle between good and evil, Stan Lee – who is responsible for the creation some of the most iconic superheroes in popular culture today - recognised something special in the burgeoning franchise, and so the Star Wars Marvel comic series was born. Published between 1977 - 1986, it was the first official comic book adaptation of Star Wars and the meeting of minds between two highly influential creative talents proved a to be a smash hit on its release.

Penned and inked by some of the greatest comic book artists and illustrators, including Carmine Infantino, Walt Simonson and Al Williamson, and chosen, curated and hand-signed by Stan Lee, the new collection pays tribute to some the most memorable Star Wars characters. Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, the Stormtroopers, R2-D2, C-3P0 and the greatest villain of all time, Darth Vader, all make an appearance in the series. The new collection consists of six images available in both boxed canvas and giclee on paper editions. Prices start from £695 and portfolio sets are also available.

The new Star Wars film The Force Awakes is predicted to set the record for the biggest global box-office opening this December, but before that don’t miss this epic new collection of limited edition art and be one of the first to own a slice of iconic pop culture history.

Full details of the collection here > http://ow.ly/VgKl6

Castle Fine Art

8-10, The Exchange,

Nottingham

NG1 2DD

0115 958 3883

Christmas Lights at The Exchange

Images Courtesy West Bridgford Wire

The Christmas Lights Event at The Exchange on Saturday 21st November was an overwhelming success, with nearly 12,500 people visiting the centre through the day.

Visitors were entertained by incredible close-up street magic from the wizardly Roy Bond, live Christmas music from the Thoresby Colliery Band and The Beorma Singers, face painting and balloon modelling, giveaways and sweet treats. Customers were also able to enter a free draw to win some great prizes, including £1,000 in Exchange Shopping Vouchers.

The Exchange has been especially popular with visitors over Christmas since it opened 85 years ago, with the wonderful architecture of the building the ideal backdrop for seasonal decorations. This year, visitors to the event were also the first to see the centre’s new decoration scheme which, with its white & gold palette and feature candelabras, perfectly complemented the mellow stone of the walls and floor.

The 2015 event has now become the most successful Christmas event yet for the centre, with the day also beating last year’s record footfall for a single day.

Neil Fincham, The Exchange Centre Manager commented, “Whilst The Lights Event is ultimately designed to attract people to the centre to shop, the added value elements of  live entertainment and music contribute significantly to its overall appeal and success.

“Competition in retail is intense at any time,” he continued, “arguably even more so these days with increasing options for shoppers both online and on the High Street, such as the Black Friday. Keeping shoppers engaged with the centre is something we can never be complacent about, so it was especially pleasing to see attendance this year yet again break records.”

Initial data suggests that takings were also in line with the increased footfall, maintaining the upward trend for the event.

The centre’s interactive digital Christmas Gift Guide will also be online soon, as well as being accessible via the new Exchange Magazine apps for Apple, Android and Kindle devices.

All products featured are clickable, meaning readers can buy online directly from the guide or pick up their purchases when they next visit the centre via Click & Collect.

The Exchange Christmas Gift Guide – Coming Soon

If you’re looking for some gift inspiration this Christmas, The Exchange’s stores are full of the ideal solutions for the difficult-to-buy-for. Whether you’re shopping for him or her, the kids or awkward teenager, our stores have ideas a-plenty.

From fashion at Jaeger, Austin Reed, Tutu Urban Boutique, Karen Millen, Dr Martens or Radley, beauty at M.A.C and Crabtree & Evelyn and art from Castle Fine Art to tempting cakes and gateaux from Patisserie Valerie or fine wines and spirits from Gauntleys and jewellery at Stuart Thexton – even the latest snow goggles from Optique Vision; there’s something for most needs and pockets.

By way of an introduction to just some gift ideas, our fully interactive Christmas Gift Guide is now live. All products are clickable, meaning you can buy any items featured and collect them next time you visit the centre.

While The Exchange a great place to visit at any time of year, Christmas in the centre is especially memorable, when its renowned decorations make for a truly magical Christmas spectacle. With many of the country’s most popular fashion & lifestyle brands here, along with a unique selection of independent stores, The Exchange really is the answer to all those present dilemmas.

Click here to shop the Gift Guide now.

Jonathan Saunders at Radley

Radley have collaborated with leading British fashion designer, Jonathan Saunders. His unique skill for combining often-unusual colour combinations and innovative print design goes hand in hand with Radley's love affair for bod hues and vibrant prints. Taking reference from Radley's signature styles, the result is a striking collection of graphic leather bags and wallets.
Saunders was attracted to Radley's smooth, polished Altmore leather to showcase the crisp graphic print, and a blend of the Altmore and Meadle, a textured tumbled leather, for the standout colour block combinations, complimenting these with gold hardware.
"I like to combine colours that would not traditionally work together," says Saunders. "This collection shows unexpected combinations, helping create striking pieces with a point of difference."
"I always look to the women closest to me for inspiration. It's important to design product that works with women's lifestyles. All of the styles are named after close friends of mine."
See the collection at The Exchange's Radley store.

NUOVO BORGO AW15 Collection Now at TUTU Urban Boutique.

TUTU URBAN BOUTIQUE has become an acknowledged leader in the world of fashion retail, providing new and exciting collections; most often sourcing new and exciting products well before other Fashion Boutiques and Stores find them. By the time that others follow their lead, they will have already moved onto something new and original ...
There are times, however, when they find something truly extra-ordinary! For this season they have found a stunningly beautiful collection, hand-made in the heart of Tuscany .. that collection is 'NUOVO BORGO'.

'NUOVO BORGO' is a story of the growth of an Italian Design Company from small beginnings in 1983 to what the company has now become. It is a company makes attention to detail, Italian tradition and quality of its product its primary mission. This involves a lot of research into the history of Italian fashion and making use of that rich history to predict the fashion trends, from which the company's fabulous collections are then created.
Thirty-two after the company's creation in the beautiful city of Florence, located in heart of Tuscany, the finished product speaks of itself. Every detail, every seam is closely scrutinised, with the final garments being constantly checked by the company's packaging department to ensure that an exemplary level of quality control is maintained at all times. This is truly a high-end quality product, entirely hand-made in Italy.
As a design company and as a producer of high-end Italian fashion 'NUOVO BORGO' is on the cusp of becoming a global player and a leading light in the world of fashion.
In years to come, when the company has reached its deserved status amongst the elite in the world of fashion, remember where the brand was first brought to your attention ... TUTU URBAN BOUTIQUE!

The Need for Tweed

The Radley Harris Tweed medium leather zip-top shoulder bag is a fun 3D style to make you smile.
This limited edition Radley dog silhouette features quintessentially British Harris Tweed on one side, and a small zip-top compartment to house your phone, coin purse and keys. Wear as a shoulder bag, or detach the strap for the ultimate conversation-starting clutch. This style is crafted from sturdy leather, so that Radley stands on all fours. Dog lovers - this one's for you!

The Radley collection comprises striking 3D Radley bags dedicated to our favourite four-legged friend.
Available in Burnt Red, the bag is £149.00
Radley
9, The Exchange ‪#‎Nottingham‬
NG1 2DD
Tel: 0115 950 6524 www.radley.co.uk

iMag – The Exchange Magazine app store editions now out

The mobile app editions of The Exchange Magazine are now available to download free

for Android, Apple and Kindle devices.

As well as the latest issue, you’ll also be able to read an archive of previous editions and the app will be further updated with our digital Christmas Gift Guide at the end of November.

In addition to an extended edit of the photoshoot only available with the digital editions, all images and links are live, so you can shop directly from the app or Click & Collect from The Exchange’s stores.

Visit The Exchange Magazine page on the website to download to your device>

http://www.theexchange.uk.net/magazine.aspx