AW16 Exchange Magazine Coming Soon

 The AW16 edition of The Exchange Magazine will be out soon, and free to pick in the centre. It's also available to read in the extended, fully interactive digital edition, which can be accessed via the website or downloaded to mobile devices with The Exchange Magazine app for Apple, Android & Kindle.
In this issue we highlight the best in Autumn 16 fashion in our style pages which, along with great gift ideas, menswear, accessories and a round-up of the latest beauty must-haves, ensures there's something for everyone at The Exchange this season.
The new season inevitably brings with it a new set of trends to follow. Will you go for animal prints or Gothic Glamour? Are you New Nautical or is luxe sportswear more your thing? To help navigate the trend-maze, we've teamed up with Nottingham fashion designer and stylist, Susi Henson, founder of Nottingham corsetry brand, Eternal Spirits, who'll be giving the lowdown on the best tends for AW16 and where to find them in this season's Trend Settings
We also catch up with Dr. Martens, who launch and exciting new collection this autumn, a first for the brand since the 1960's.
For this edition's photoshoot, we've been inspired by probably the world's best-known children's stories, Lewis Carroll's Alice books. Our scale models visit some truly wondrous, and not a little alarming places, to showcase this autumn's equally wonderful fashions.
Of course, there's more to The Exchange than fashion, as there are two great eateries in the centre along with a noted fine wine retailer. Patisserie Valerie get the taste buds tingling with some mouth-watering ideas for tempting treats this autumn, while wine importer, John Gauntley, who has met manyvigneronsfrom all over Europe, talks to Beaujolais winemaker Jean Claude Lapalu, as well as suggesting a few choice bottles to try yourself.
Enjoy!

DM's Lite - The Next Revolution

 

The AW16 season sees Dr. Martens introduce its most evolutionary concept since the 1960s, when the original 'AirWair with Bouncing Soles' technology was engineered as a performance shoe for the working man: DM's Lite.

DM's Lite takes all of the iconic DNA and associated comfort and durability that the brand is famous for, but on a new ultra-lightweight Phylon midsole, to offer styles that transcend from workwear to fashion and take classic shoe making skills into street up lifestyle products.
DM's Lite has been designed to appeal to a broader consumer: free thinking individuals who may have never worn a pair of DM's before, or those who have been with the brand forever.
Available in three styles, the Newton 8-Eye Boot, Cavendish 3-Eye Shoe and Edison Tassel Loafer have been combined with original DMs silhouettes, resulting in contemporary design that remains true to the brand. All styles are available in Black or Cherry Red Temperley leather. Each comes with a SoftWair memory foam insole, with moisturewicking technology.
The lightweight but tough and flexible rubber outsole maximises durability and comfort for the wearer. The famous yellow stitching and grooved sidewall on the sole are familiar brand markers. This unisex collection is available in Dr. Martens stores, online and selected retailers Globally.
DM's Lite: A new icon of rebellious self-expression is born.
Dr Martens
11, The Exchange
Nottingham
NG1 2DD
T: 0115 9240068
www.drmartens.com

New Season Rundholz Collection Just Arrived at Tutu Urban Boutique

The RUNDHOLZ brand is certainly full of surprises and yet it seems so familiar; emphasized further by the label's alignment with simplicity and yet promoting a lavish outlook on modern sustainability. A highly desirable and thought provoking collection for discerning women who are truly on the same wave-length.

The RUNDHOLZ Collection inherently displays a unique femininity and artistry that few can claim in this particular genre. It expresses itself quite freely from that of others and delivers a very distinct style that embraces innovation, intelligence, quality and craftsmanship.

Meet the Artists at Castle Fine Art

Join us at Castle Fine Art to view the brand new Impossimals collection, 'A Cup of Tea and a Slice of Bake' and meet the artists as they make a special appearance in the gallery.
This brand new collection of Impossimal art has a notably humorous tone with innuendos throughout; a signature style for which Peter and Jayne have become renowned. Our event will offer an exclusive first chance to see the new collection for autumn 2016 and learn about the making of the pieces from the artists themselves, including the oh-so-bothersome baking of all the cakes featured in the works!

There will also extremely rare Impossimal 3D collaborative works by Peter and Jayne Smith available to view and buy for the first time ever. Available only as a show exclusive, these five stunning wall sculptures are co-signed by both Peter and Jayne and are available in boutique editions of just five.

Join us to view this irresistibly delicious Impossimals collection and meet the artists on Saturday 1st October 1pm - 4pm. To confirm your attendance, or for any further information, please get in touch with the gallery.

Castle Fine Art
8-10, The Exchange,
NG1 2DD
T: 0115 958 3883
E: nottingham@castlegalleries.com
W: www.castlegalleries.com

Jaeger 2016 - The New Print: Pattern Clash

More is more when it comes to prints this season, so they've combined all of their favourite motifs into one standout pattern. Here, Jaeger Junior Womenswear Designer Sebastian Bird explains the thinking behind it…

"We wanted to go for something a bit bolder this season; a braver print with more dimensions than classic florals. We started by contrasting our signature dogtooth print with a strong animal print in blocked geometric shapes and bold colours, which we then broke up with curved panelling. There were a lot of strong prints on the runway this season, so we looked into combining several elements into one."

Shop the new print collection here: http://www.jaeger.co.uk/womens/new-in

Jaeger
5 - 7, The Exchange
T: 0115 896 9572
www.jaeger.co.uk

Marvel Superheroes | Summer 2016 at Castle Fine Art

This summer sees the release of the latest instalment to Marvel Superheroes; a portfolio of iconic comic book covers, masterminded by the legendary Stan Lee.

The new release in the record-breaking Marvel Superheroes series – their most popular limited edition series to date - consists of six images hand-signed by Stan Lee that pay homage to some of Marvel’s most memorable characters, including Spider-Man, Wolverine and Captain America, one of the company’s most long-standing characters who made his comic book debut 75 years ago.

All of their limited edition Marvel art is created, curated and hand-signed by comic book legend Stan Lee, the man who - along with comic book artists such as Jack Kirby – is responsible for the creation of many of the comic’s most well-loved characters.

With complex, three-dimensional characters, Stan Lee has helped to breathed life into flat portrayals of good and evil, putting the human into superhuman. These Marvel limited edition prints encapsulate those characters which have won the hearts of fans the world over and gone on to become global entertainment sensations.

Make sure to drop by their Exchange Gallery and view the collection. Also view online here > http://ow.ly/YaXw303h33U

Radley AW16 Collection

Radley's London origin is an endless source of inspiration. This season gathers inspiration from uncovered writers, collectors and eccentrics, independent in character and not afraid to think outside the box.

The AW16 Collection is dedicated to the inventive form and playful use of colour that Radley's nonconformist heroines have brought to the world. The autumn collection has a palette of wonderfully warming colours, blending joyful pink and yellow hues with rich navy blue and bottle green.

Luxurious leathers set the scene for an effortlessly elegant new season, while half-moons, A-line silhouettes and structured shapes create and 'unputdownable' appeal.

The season's designs combine beautifully crafted handbags and purses with unique Radley details to give work-to-weekend outfits and unexpected twist.

Radley
9, The Exchange NG1 2DD

0115 950 6524
www.radley.co.uk

Oasis V&A Collection - TALES OF THE EAST

TALES OF THE EAST

Inspired by beautiful chinoiserie in the V&A's collection, sumptuous wallpapers have been carefully reimagined by the Oasis in-house design team to create a new capsule collection.

From pretty peacocks flashing their feathers to beautiful blooms taking centre stage; the 25-piece capsule collection is set to inspire trans-seasonal dressing.

Statement style is made simple with a scene-stealing jumpsuit, boudoir-inspired pyjama co-ords and a luxurious mesh midi that's perfectly suited to all those special occasions. Petal-packed silhouettes, including sweet sweaters, sew pretty tees and shift dresses will add a pop of print to every wardrobe, while intricate embroidered motifs are set to turn heads this season and beyond.

The V&A Collection will be in store from 25th July

Oasis
10 The Exchange
Nottingham

Tel: 0115 947 0880
www.oasis-stores.com

25 Years of Bobbi Brown BE WHO YOU ARE

BE WHO YOU ARE
To mark 25 years of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, the brand is celebrating Bobbi's original mantra: Be Who You Are with a new campaign that embraces the brand's past, present and future. Anchored in self-confidence, this new campaign pays tribute to the brand's empowering philosophy from the beginning- that with the right makeup, tools and knowledge, a woman can look like herself only prettier and more confident.

Be Who You Are honours over 40 women-models, teachers, athletes, writers, activists and mothers, ranging in ethnicity and age, from 13 to 83.
The scope of the campaign-four days of shooting, behind the scenes photos, videos and interviews with each of the women and more than 500 gorgeous before and afters-speaks to the breadth of the brand. Bobbi personally cast each woman and celebrates their personalities and their style-natural, radiant, strong, classic, authentic, bold. Women of all ages can easily find themselves in this campaign and can explore different looks that relate to them personally.
The brand started with an edited collection of 10 lipsticks in 1991. From Salmon to Beige to Brown, the flattering shades stood out from the bright, garish lipsticks that were the trend of the 80's and the response was incredible.
With every product launch thereafter, it has been Bobbi's mission to deliver a range of makeup colours and products that works for all skin tones, as well as meets the needs of women around the world. The concept that makeup could celebrate individuality regardless of passing trends was disruptive 25 years ago. Today, it is a part of a global empowerment movement that Bobbi is proud to have helped pioneer-the secret to beauty is simple: Be who you are.
Visit bobbibrown.co.uk and follow @BobbiBrownUK on Instagram to watch the Be Who You Are campaign come to life.

Pret Smoothies

Pret a Manger have just launched their new collection of ice cold fruit smoothies, made with a delicious blend of real fruit and apple juice. Pret's smoothies are special: there's no added sugar, syrups or flavourings. Instead, the Barista-prepared drinks are made with real fruit that's been fast frozen to lock in all of the flavour and nutrients and to ensure they are chilled to perfection. They don't even add ice (so the smoothies don't get watered down).

All smoothies are blended to order, keeping them super fresh, full of flavour and smoothie (not watery) top to bottom. There are five smoothies in the collection:

Passion Pop
This smoothie is packed full of real fruit. Chopped pineapple, mango and passion fruit blended together with pressed apple juice.

Berry Blast
Mixed from a handful of raspberries, chopped mango and blackberries and frozen, the Baristas then whizz this in a blender with a splash of pressed apple juice.

Strawberry & Banana
A frozen smoothie with the flavour of fragrant garden strawberries. Blended with banana, apple and tangy lemon juice.

Mango
A colourful smoothie made with squished mangoes, bananas and passion fruit.

Melon & Basil
A freshly blended smoothie made with fragrant melon, banana raspberries and a hint of basil. Made with 100% real frozen fruit.

Feeling fruity? Ask the barista.



Pret a Manger
The Exchange
#Nottingham
NG1 2ET
0207 9325290
www.pret.com

Independent’s Day 2016

Nottingham has one of the most diverse and eclectic range of independent retailers in the country, including Gauntleys Fine Wines, Optique Vision, Stuart Thexton Jewellery and Tutu fashion here in The Exchange.
Nottingham's independent offer is one of the principal attractions for visitors to the city, something that this year's Summer of Independents celebrates throughout July & August.

There'll be events, offers, discounts, competitions and giveaways all through the summer, starting with the Nottingham Top Independent Business Competition, which launches on 4th July.
Customers can vote for their favourite independent retail and services business, eating, drinking and things to do venues by midnight on Friday 15th July, after which the top five businesses in each category will go through to the mystery shopping phase of the competition.
All ten finalists will be visited by mystery shoppers who will mark the businesses on several criteria including customer service, staff product knowledge and the quality of their offer. These reports, as well as the feedback from the public votes, will be assessed by the independent judging panel who will crown one overall winner plus a runner up in each category. The winners will be announced on Monday 1st August.
Votes can be cast by email, on the It's in Nottingham Facebook page, Instagram and Twitter channels - but be quick - voting closes on Friday 15th July!
Click here to cast your vote > http://ow.ly/5xfj301PiHY
If you want to know more about the range of independent businesses in Nottingham, read all about them now in the new edition of THE NOTTINGHAM INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER, featuring articles and listings about businesses in the city.
Over the summer of independents, the City will be bursting with events, activities and offers. The SUMMER SOFA will also be visiting various locations throughout Nottingham to focus on the city's independent businesses. There will also be events and discounts from businesses around the sofa from Monday 1st August 2016.

Hit the Beach with Bobbi Brown

Inspired by Bobbi's favourite place, Bobbi's Beach Collection captures the atmosphere and essence of summer. Featuring the iconic Beach Fragrance and a selection of Beach cult favourites, the collection also introduces all-new, skin-softening Beach Hand Wash. However you wear it, this Jasmine, Sea Spray and Mandarin-infused scent is light and fresh enough to wear every day-and perfect for an instant getaway.
New Limited Edition Beach Hand Wash
Featuring beachy notes of Sand Jasmine, Sea Spray and Mandarin along with Pacific Sea Kelp Extract, Bobbi's new hand wash gently softens as it cleanses skin. Lightly infused with our fan-favourite Beach Fragrance to subtly scent skin. RRP: £22.00

New Beach Hand & Body Lotion
A lightweight, fast-absorbing moisturiser featuring a hydrating blend of Aloe Vera, Olive and Jojoba Oils that leaves skin soft and supple. Green tea and vitamin E provide antioxidant protection. The best part? It helps reduce peeling and helps prolong that summer tan. RRP: £22.00
Beach Shower Gel
This moisturising body cleanser is specially formulated with Pacific Sea Kelp Extract to soften skin as it cleanses. Packaged in a convenient and travel-friendly tube, Bobbi suggests pairing it with Beach Body Scrub and Beach Body Lotion to soften and scent skin. RRP: £22.00
Beach Body Scrub
Bobbi's emollient body exfoliator includes an invigorating blend of Orange Peel and Pumice that gently slough off dull surface cells, while Shea Butter and essential oils nourish and hydrate. RRP: £25.00
Beach Body Oil
A unique, moisturizing body oil that gives skin a sultry sheen as it scents with beach Fragrance. The Beach Body Oil contains four essential oils (olive, sesame, avocado and jojoba) and vitamins E and C to soften and nourish skin RRP: £25.00
Beach Fragrance
Bobbi's classic eau de parfum that started it all-this best-of-summer scent is light, fresh and super wearable. Apply on pulse points any time you need an instant pick-me-up. RRP: £50.00
"Clean, sexy or fresh-perfume can be an instant mood changer. My take on fragrance: it should smell great, never overpower, and make you feel great."
Bobbi Brown
The Exchange
Nottingham
NG1 2HU
0370 192 5265 www.bobbibrown.co.uk

Dr. Martens X Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Dr. Martens have partnered with Nickelodeon to create a collection based on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Inspired by the original 1987 television series, this collection consists of four styles available in all sizes for Men, Women and Kids.
Rising from the sewers, four pizza-loving and hard fighting brothers, 'the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles', strive to master the martial arts, build unlikely friendships and protect their family, their city, and the world from ever-increasing threats. Initially a cult hit after just one comic, TMNT exploded around the world and became one of the most popular children's cartoons of all-time.

This collection stands for being radical and rebellious self-expression. What do you stand for?
Available now from The Exchange's Dr. Martens store, in conjunction with the international launch of the anticipated film 'Teenage Mutant Nina Turtles: Out of the Shadows'.
Dr. Martens
11, The Exchange
Nottingham
NG1 2DD
0115 9240068 www.drmartens.com

Bobbi Brown Nourishing Lip Colour Oil-Infused Shine

Introducing Nourishing Lip Colour Oil-Infused Shine, Bobbi's new and modern take on lipstick. With a hand-selected blend of five deeply emollient natural oils and Vitamins C and E, this potent formula leaves lips with a super silky feel and luminous finish. The hybrid lip colour delivers 24-hour sustained moisturisation, hydration and conditioning, with a nutrient-rich formula that works continuously to make lips softer, smoother and plumper-even after it's taken off.

How It Works
Instant & Long Lasting Moisturisation
This highly nourishing solid lip oil is formulated with a blend of five natural plant oils and butters including an Olive Oil Complex, Avocado, Babassu, Jojoba and Cocoa Seed Butter, as well as Vitamins C and E, providing deep moisturisation by creating a hydrating barrier that helps seal in moisture.
Even the most parched lips are restored and left soft and nourished. Infused with oils that mimic those naturally found in the skin, Nourishing Lip Colour helps condition and treat distressed lips instantly and over time, while helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Brilliant Colour
Rich colour pigments are dissolved into a lightweight, clear oil base for pure, crisp colour and a brilliant finish. Plus, it glides on effortlessly for even, tug-free application.
The lipstick is £21 and available from The Exchange's new Bobbi Brown store.

Get creative with Madame Valerie's Gateau Inventor!

Get creative with Madame Valerie's Gateau Inventor! Help us create the next Patisserie Valerie gateau for a chance to win a holiday with Superbreak! ‪#‎MyValerieGateau‬

Click Here to Begin  https://myvaleriegateau.co.uk/

Crabtree & Evelyn Florals Collection

Find a scent to match your mood with Crabtree & Evelyn
Turn to Crabtree & Evelyn's classic floral collection when you want to boost your mood and your wellbeing. Discover uplifting scents, relaxing fragrances and energising blends delicately captured within beautiful Eau de toilettes, shower gels and indulgent body creams.
When energy is low, our classic Lily scent is the perfect antidote. Airy and light, with a single Lily of the Valley accord, plus bergamot and vibrant, dewy green notes, it's the perfect pick-me-up scent.
Lily EDT
Feel energised by the classic scent of spring with fresh hyacinth and woodland notes.
100mL, £28
Lily Shower Gel
Revive your body with our Lily Shower Gel. Extracts of Lily of the Valley, peony, white magnolia and elderflower help to condition the skin.
200mL, £15
Lily Body Lotion
Soothe and hydrate your skin with our velvety-rich Body Lotion, made with nourishing shea butter, evening primrose, almond and coconut oils.
245mL, £16
Light and delicate, our Rosewater scent is fresh and uplifting - perfect when you need a boost. Featuring a single rose accord, its gentle floral scent includes violet, peony, fresh green foliage and musk accords.
Rosewater EDT
Brighten your mood with this fresh distillation of Rosa Centifolia, the hundred-petal rose.
100mL, £28
Rosewater Shower Gel
Enjoy the gently uplifting rose scent in the shower, where elderflower and white magnolia extracts in our shower gel leaves skin soft and refreshed.
200mL, £15
Rosewater Body Cream
Quick to absorb with nourishing shea butter, rosehip and evening primrose oils, our silky Body Cream leaves skin softly scented with our classic Rosewater scent.
200g, £22
Turn to our soothing Lavender fragrance when you want to unwind, relax and switch off from the world. Our fresh lavender scent is enhanced with violet, tonka bean and fresh musk.
Lavender EDT
Surround yourself with our relaxing Lavender EDT, blended with the finest quality Lavender Angustifolia.
100mL, £28
Lavender Shower Gel
Create a calming bedtime routine with our soothing Shower Gel, made using a vegetable base formula to gently cleanse the skin.
200mL, £15
Lavender Body Cream
Wind down with our indulgent lavender scented Body Cream and let the conditioning shea butter, rosehip, evening primrose and olive oils soothe and hydrate your skin.
200mL, £22

Crabtree & Evelyn
The Exchange
‪#‎Nottingham‬
0115 958 6454
www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk

Whiter Shades of Pale at Jaeger

Clean, crisp and enduringly chic: nothing says summer quite like white. Need a few fresh ideas? How about five...
Ladies, it's time to show a little ankle. Put away those tailored wool trousers and step into a pair of fresh white culottes. Not only are they ultra-flattering, but they can be dressed up or down with a switch of a top (tank to blouse) or shoe (flats to high-heeled sandals). Plus, they're the perfect partner to bronzed summer skin. Sun dances at the ready...
The white bag is finally having its moment. All grown up thanks to sumptuous textured leather and a sleek, structured shape, our City Handbag was designed to hold all of your essentials: shoes, makeup, iPhone ‒ you name it. Team with navy for a cool colour pairing.
When it's a million degrees outside, it's important to have an easy, breezy piece ready to just slip-on-and-go. And, it doesn't get easier or breezier than a long, linen shirt dress complete with leg-lengthening side splits. Whether you wear it at home or on holiday with pool slides or espadrilles, we guarantee you'll be wearing it all summer long.
It's not easy finding a unique white dress in the sea of lace and broderie anglaise. Until now. Crafted from virgin wool, our minimalist Laboratory dress is like a breath of fresh air. Note the skin-baring halter neck and subtle side splits.
Yes, pink. In its palest form (forget bubble gum and Barbies), it makes a cool and contemporary partner to white. Take our blush bohemian blouse, for example, which looks great with white skinny jeans. Keep the look tonal with neutral-coloured accessories ‒ our Banks Tote works well ‒ and barely-there makeup for brunch with the girls.

Jaeger
5 - 7 The Exchange ‪#‎Nottingham‬
Tel: 0115 896 9572 www.jaeger.co.uk

Ronnie Wood’s Private Collection at Castle Fine Art

The 'Private Collection' by Ronnie Wood offers an exclusive peek into the Rolling Stones star's personal archives.

As Ronnie Wood and his fellow Stones band members continue to draw the crowds, both with their hugely successful 2016 AMÉRICA LATINA OLÉ tour around in South America, and the recently opened ‘Exhibitionism’ at the Saatchi Gallery in London, we’re delighted to announce the forthcoming release of the ‘Private Collection’.

Taken from the personal archive of Ronnie Wood, this carefully curated collection comprises some of the most sought after limited editions published in his artistic career to date. Originally published between 2005 and 2009, these rare and sold out editions are presented together for the first time as the Private Collection.

This collection demonstrates how Ronnie’s unique perspective from within the band enables his art to capture the very essence of The Rolling Stones; from the stage to the studio and the back of a flatbed truck, the collection offers a fascinating snapshot of rock and roll history.

The rarity of these editions renders them precious, and care has been taken to award them the reverence they command. The bespoke framing and mount presentation was expertly chosen to celebrate the beauty of the prints, from highlighting the high grade paper stock to showcasing the hand embossed collection logo, every detail of the finish has been executed to the finest standard.

View the collection here > http://ow.ly/1Ol83006jlZ

Radley SS 2016 Sporting Society

This Spring Summer, Radley launches Sporting Society, a celebration of some of Britain's cherished outdoor sports. Polished leather handbags take inspiration from pristine bowling greens, while cues from the badminton court emerge in geometric shapes, nimble stripes and two-tone hues. London's multi-coloured lido, Tooting, gets a namecheck too, with a palette of saturated pastels, swimming pool blues and nearly-neons.
Sportswear references appear at every angle, from neat poppers and slick drawstring closures, to streamlined silhouettes and practical pockets. This season's collection has a confident, energised feel with the ability to propel even the self-proclaimed sports-shy into full-on athletics mode. Game on!

Curtain Road Bucket Bag
This sophisticated bucket bag has a sporty sensibility with nifty drawstrings, whipstitch detailing and look-at-me leather.
Spitalfields Backpack & Mini Grab
Inspired by traditional hunting bags, these sleek styles have a no-nonsense aesthetic and a polished, premium feel. While with simple details and versatile hues, the summer saddle bag is the ultimate investment piece.
Apples & Pears Tote Bag & Purse
This lively, fruit-filled print plays on East London's traditional Cockney rhyming slang, paying tribute to our London neighbours.
Soho Colour Block Shoulder/Grab Bag
This high impact design has a confident, contemporary feel with its striking geometric graphic. Grab it and go!
Putney Cross Body & Boho Shoulder Bag
Make way for sporty stripes and eye-catching accents - these classic yet contemporary pieces will not go unnoticed. Alternatively, turn the backpack trend up a notch with this smooth, polished style designed for office and off duty days.
Serpentine Cross Body
This out of the ordinary silhouette is inspired by summer's exciting tennis tournaments, and features striking circular stitching.
Bow Street Bowling Bag
These bowling bag inspired structures nod to nostalgia with their striking shapes, not to mention mouth-watering colours!
Floral Street Small Cross Body/Bum Bag
These compact mini bags are ready for adventure - as either a cross body bag or an on trend bum bag.
Tooting Large Grab Bag
Nothing says summer quite like sunshine and stripes and this design is a refreshing addition to hot summer days.

Radley
9, The Exchange
Nottingham NG1 2DD
0115 950 6524
www.radley.co.uk

Karen Millen’s 7 Rules of Race-Day Style

 

Karen Millen’s 7 Rules of Race-Day Style

The races: one of the key events of the social calendar - and one of the trickiest to sartorially master, what, with the strict dress codes and hat etiquette. But help is at hand: our guide ensures that you stay on the right side of statement through Ascot, Epsom et al.

No. 1 Think Demure

Dress for the races as you would for weddings (with the exception that white is allowed). The Ascot dress code forbids strapless, off-the-shoulder, halter neck and spaghetti straps, but it's a good rule of thumb to follow when it comes to dresses for races for the principles it extolls of not showing too much skin.

No. 2 Keep Hemlines Long

Tying in with the demure theme, a longer length is infinitely more sophisticated. The chicest hem to be seen in is the midi, as the plethora of Ladies Day dresses at Ascot in this style attest. Elegant enough to meet the dress code, it's also fashionable enough to make best-dressed lists.

No. 3 Go for Tailoring

For the most contemporary take on race-day style (while still adhering to the Ascot dress code), look to pin-sharp tailoring. Fluid wide-leg trousers teamed with a long waistcoat and wrap blouse all in cool, crisp white equal the last word in modern sophistication.

No. 4 Let Your Hat Shine

A fabulous hat is a must. "Opt for a natural-toned hat, which works with anything," says milliner Yvette Jelfs, whose designs have been worn by the Duchess of Cambridge. "Try not to match your hat and outfit, as it looks a bit 80s." If you're foxed by what hairstyle to wear with your hat, watch our hair masterclass below.

No. 5 Bring A Coat

The gamble you don't want to make on the day, apart from the one where you backed the wrong horse, is leaving the house without a cover-up; it's Britain, the weather will inevitably turn. Our elegant fluid citrus duster coat is the perfect lightweight choice.

No. 6 Go Minimal

Choose delicate pieces that will complement rather than compete with your hat: chandelier earrings that work with fascinators may look too fussy when worn with a brimmed hat.

No. 7 Opt for Sensible

Tricky terrain demands a pragmatic approach to footwear. The most elegant solution is the block heel. Unlike the stiletto, these won't ruin your look by sinking into the grass.

The Race Is On - Win tickets to Ladies Day at Royal Ascot

Karen Millen is offering you tickets to Ladies Day at Royal Ascot, on Thursday 16th June in addition to a £500 shopping spree and a complimentary hairstyling session courtesy of Blow LTD. Your exclusive ticket gets you and a friend a reserved table, Pimm's reception, three-course lunch and complimentary bar for the day. For a chance to win visit: http://www.karenmillen.com/competition

The Drawn Blank Series 2016 by Bob Dylan

Castle Fine Art present The Drawn Blank Series 2016, the brand new collection of signed limited edition graphics by Bob Dylan.
2016 marks eight years of The Drawn Blank Series as a collection of published graphics, a series which offers an insight into the mind and soul of a great songwriter, entertainer, sage and artist who continues to be revered and honoured around the globe.
See them now at:
Castle Fine Art
8-10, The Exchange,
Nottingham
NG1 2DD
Tel: 0115 958 3883
More Details Here: http://ow.ly/10BKIY

SS16 Exchange Magazine Coming Soon

The SS16 edition of The Exchange Magazine will be out soon, and free to pick in the centre. It’s also available to read in the extended, fully interactive digital edition, which can be accessed via the website or downloaded to mobile devices with The Exchange Magazine app for Apple, Android & Kindle.

Beauty brand Bobbi Brown has recently opened a new store in The Exchange, the latest for one of the industry’s enduring successes, who began her business with just 10 lipsticks at New York’s Bergdorf Goodman store in 1991.

We feature some of Bobbi’s wonderful make-up in the Beauty pages, along with a selection of other great beauty essentials from The Exchange’s stores, as well as profiling the complimentary make-up lessons and advice sessions available in the new store.

The new fashion season is now underway, so our style pages feature the latest trends for guys and girls from the centre’s stores. This spring also sees the debut of Nottingham Fashion Week, which hits town from 22nd – 30th April. There’ll be lots going on around the city, including live fashion shows on Friday 29th and Saturday 30^th, and we profile the week’s attractions and activities, as well as offering readers discounted tickets for the shows.

In this edition’s photoshoot, colour really is king, as we highlight the best in SS16 fashions from around the centre in The SS 2016 Exchange Edit. Additionally, we profile the season’s new collections from two of the centre’s leading fashion brands – Austin Reed and Jaeger. With a selection of some of the choicest accessories and great gift ideas as well, there’s sure to be something for everyone in The Exchange this spring.

The kitchen is very much the heart of the home for most people, making the decision to update, and with what style of design, an important and often all-consuming undertaking. The Exchange is home to one of the UK’s foremost kitchen manufacturers, Harvey Jones, who now celebrate their second year in the centre. We speak to David Grenham from the company, who advises on some of the considerations needed when making one of the most important home improvement decisions for the Heart of the Home.

Finally, our resident Guru of the Grape, John Gauntley, profiles one of Switzerland’s most respected vignerons, Robert Taramarcaz, whose award-winning wines are some of the best in the world – truly Swiss Bliss!