Beach Factory basks in sunshine with a Theo Paphitis #SBS award

Theo Paphitis has selected on line retailer, The Beach Factory, for his much coveted weekly #SBS award.

A carefully worded tweet succeeded in catching Theo’s eye last Sunday. The Beach Factory’s owner, Anne Speak, had tweeted “This has to be our week, perfect timing to promote sun protection swimwear as sun burn is so un-cool.”

The Beach Factory believes in “Making it Fun Under the Sun” and always has an extensive range of sun protection products and holiday accessories in stock for quick delivery. “Our customers come back to us year after year knowing that they can get what they need for the perfect holiday without the risks of sun burn” said Anne.

Timing is everything in business and the recent good weather offered the perfect opportunity to bring The Beach Factory’s message to Theo’s attention. “We’re flattered that Theo has endorsed our efforts and that we now have the opportunity to join his club of like minded small business entrepreneurs” adds Anne.

Being in the business of selling holiday products gives Anne the ability to detect the beginnings of a more upbeat mood across in the country. She says “The last couple of years have been tough but, with people now starting to plan their summer holidays, we’re seeing a better sales uplift this year.” She continues “Entrepreneurs are always optimistic but at The Beach Factory we really do look forward to sunnier days ahead!”

Hotter Comfort Concept launches Great British Shoes

Hotter Comfort Concept, Britain's biggest shoe maker, has launched two limited edition Great British Shoes to commemorate a truly memorable year of celebrations for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

Hotter Comfort Concept Product Director Paul Sayers commented: "As a British company we wanted to create a patriotic pair of Great British Shoes to underline our commitment to creating comfortable and stylish shoes in our UK factory and to commemorate an exciting Summer for our nation.

"Our customers enjoy a fun filled active life and we know they'll be out an about celebrating this Great British year. It's fantastic that we can be with them every step of the way."

The Hotter Comfort Concept team of designers have taken two of the brand's most popular comfort shoes, Leanne and Shake, and given them a 2012 makeover. These Great British Shoes offer customers a modest but instantly recognisable patriotic show of support with a Union Jack inspired colour scheme.

Just 2,800 pairs were manufactured in Hotter's Lancashire factory, with every pair of ladies footwear given the utmost attention to ensure they offer unparalleled comfort, including soft leather uppers, smooth internal seams and shock absorbing soles.

The Great British Shake shoe features an intricately plaited red, white and blue strap, whilst Leanne features red, white and blue laces. Both shoes have white leather uppers and come with both decorative Union Jack and plain, softly padded insoles for everyday use. They are both available in sizes 3-9 with some half sizes and an extra wide fitting option. They are delivered in a commemorative shoe box with a certificate of authenticity.

People can view the Great British shoes at www.hotter.com, in their local store or by calling 0800 525 893 and requesting a Hotter catalogue.

The full Hotter collection is available at www.hotter.com where customers can download their personal shoe fitting guide to help them find the perfect fit. Hotter also offers a free personal shopping service where its experts provide help and advice on customers' footwear queries.

FACTFILE:
The Hotter Comfort Concept brand was founded in the early 1990s by Stewart Houlgrave, whose parents set up Beaconsfield Footwear as a slipper manufacturer in 1959.

With a mission to make shoes as comfortable as slippers, Stewart created a collection of stylish shoes with hidden comfort features, including lightweight shock absorbing soles, padded heels and luxurious leather uppers. Hotter makes comfort a priority, offering footwear in a range of shapes and sizes, including extra wide fitting ladies sandals.

The company initially sold Hotter shoes direct to customers via its onsite customer service centre and www.hotter.com. Since 2009, its 50th year, the company has revamped its website, aired 6 TV campaigns and launched in the US.

With its exceptional product quality and outstanding customer service, Hotter embarked on an ambitious store opening programme in 2010 - with 45 due to be open across the UK by the end of 2012. Staying true to its British heritage, Hotter now manufactures 1.5 million pairs of shoes in its Lancashire factory, making it the UK's biggest shoe maker.

Grazia and Hunter Boots Launch Festival Style Hunter

Hunter and Grazia are joining forces at some of this summer’s coolest festivals in a search to find the best dressed festival-goers of the season.

Hunter are delighted to announce that they have teamed up with Grazia, the leading weekly fashion magazine on a quest to find the UK's best dressed festival goers. The team will be at Lovebox from 15 – 17 June, Wilderness from 10 – 12 August and Bestival from 6 – 9 September, scouting for talent with a fashion photographer.

A spokesperson for Hunter comments: “We're really pleased that we've been able to team up with Grazia for three fantastic music festivals this year, because it gives us the chance to find the new festival looks and fashions for 2012. Festival fashions have had a major impact on high street fashion and our festival wellies, so we consider it a real privilege to be able to attend LoveBox, Wilderness and Bestival this year and see what people are wearing.”

The scouts from Grazia will be looking for the best, the most unique style, the most stylish outfits, and the shortlisted looks will be visible during each festival at the Hunter area at each of the festivals where the best looks of the day will be projected onto large screens. Plus, once there, festival goers will be able to grab their copy of the latest Grazia magazine.

The spokesperson for Hunter adds: “Following each festival, Grazia’s favourite festival looks will be featured in the Style Hunter section of the magazine in three special editions. Then the competition will be opened up to a public vote where the person who is voted the most fashionable for the festival season will win a fabulous prize to a top festival in 2013.”

Hunter will also be featuring all festival looks on their Facebook app at https://www.facebook.com/TheOriginalHunterBoots allowing fans to vote for their favourite. Voters will have the chance to win daily prizes including a pair of Hunter Boots and Festival Survival Kits.

The spokesperson for Hunter continues: “We're looking for the best and most stylish festival fashions this year, so make sure you stand out in the crowd this summer with a pair of wellies featuring this season's biggest trends. With so many colours and styles to choose from, match your wellies to suit your Festival style with a pair of Original Tall Gloss boots. Hunter's iconic Original Tall boots are the nation's favourite festival footwear. Seen on celebrities such as Kate Moss at Glastonbury and recently Kate Bosworth at Coachella, Hunter Boots are stylish yet functional and will keep your feet dry and mud-free in the unpredictable British summer.”

FACTFILE:
Renowned for their fit, comfort, performance, and British design, Hunter Boot Ltd can trace its origins back to the setting up of the North British Rubber Company in Scotland in 1856. The Original wellington was first introduced in 1956 and the hand crafted process of manufacture from 28 individual parts has changed little since. Now offering a wide range of footwear, accessories and outerwear, Hunter’s original values of quality, durability and style are embraced by fashionistas and country aficionados alike, in over 30 countries worldwide.

Crown Jewel Born

A crown jewel is born, CoolDiamonds have created and designed in celebration of the queens Diamond Jubilee a most magnificent diamond ring set with a crown of stunning diamonds.

The design was a collaboration from cool diamonds young international designers encompassing important commonwealth countries namely Australia, England and South Africa.

This magnificent unique design diamond engagement ring is hand made in highest quality platinum, the centre diamond being over 2 carats in size, a veritable beauty.

Cool Diamonds is renowned for magnificent jewels. Cool Diamonds rare diamonds have been exhibited at the natural history museum. This well established diamond company supports many young jewellery designers annually and hold annually a diamond jewellery design competition at the prestigious St Martins School of Art.

Make Father's Day Spa Day!

Fathers Day Sunday 17th June 2012

Father's Day is a celebration honouring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. Of course, we all like to spoil our dads in recognition of this special day, but every year it’s the same struggle of wondering what to get him.

Socks and aftershave are so last year, twenty first century man is officially a “Spa Man”, which is why sons and daughters nationwide are acknowledging their appreciation of their own paternal superhero by sending their dad spa vouchers and booking them a day or overnight stay of pampering and relaxation for their Father’s Day gift.

Of course, there was a time when setting foot in a spa would have reduced any self-respecting chap immediately to the status of sissy. Happily, that time is now consigned to the history (or should I say “he-story”?) books.

Recent statistics confirm the huge upsurge in the number of men visiting spas on a regular basis with the latest figures revealing that a third of all spa-goers are currently men. Award winning Leicestershire health spa, Ragdale Hall are seeing this and are welcoming many more couples who just want to chill out and have a break from everyday life.

Ragdale Hall offers a range of men’s treatments which can be booked to enhance a day spa package or overnight spa break.

There is also a Three Night Luxury Time for Me package called “Just for Him” providing a break designed to give him a full MOT for mind and body!

With a fully equipped gym, exercise classes and the multi million pound Thermal Spa to use; Ragdale offers stressed out males plenty to do if treatments are not their thing!

If you are planning any Father’s Day features, then please include Ragdale Hall vouchers. We would also be happy to discuss doing a competition or reader offer.

That's Health: E45: Celebrating 60 years of British skincare

That's Health: E45: Celebrating 60 years of British skincare: This year, another British icon is celebrating six decades on the job, as E45 celebrates its 60th birthday. First produced in 1952 by Boots...

LaDress: Premium online fashion brand's debut, promising the perfect dress for every woman for every occasion

Whether it’s the school run with the kids, business lunch with the board or cocktails with the girls, women spend years searching for that perfect dress. Today the premium online fashion brand LaDress makes its UK debut with one thing in mind: helping women find the perfect dress for every occasion.

Timeless pencil skirts, playful shifts, sophisticated tunics and sassy tube dresses, customers will find a stunning selection of dresses in luxurious fabrics that fit perfectly into their life. With an elegant array of colours, patterns, prints and shapes, every woman can find their perfect LaDress, for work or weekend, whether size 6 or 16. Using only premium varieties of silk, wool, jersey and cottons, designs are continually updated incorporating new materials and customer feedback.

If you prefer something more bespoke, Unique LaDress is a collection of limited edition pieces. Released every month, each dress is a completely unique design that reinterprets a classic or introduces a new style. Once sold, it will never appear in the collection again.

Simone Van Trojen founded LaDress in 2006. A mother of two and former corporate executive, she has dedicated her career to discovering the perfect dress. She understands the fashion needs of the modern, professional woman and is fast becoming a go-to fashion commentator. Before each piece makes it into the LaDress collection Simone wears it herself, making sure it is perfect in every way, taking on board customer feedback on the look, feel and wearability of each piece.

It goes without saying that LaDress makes shopping online easy with every detail thought through.

From helping customers find the right fit, sending fabric samples before placing an order, delivering a beautiful parcel to your doorstep and offering free returns and exchanges if required.

Available in sizes UK 6-18, are you ready to find your LaDress?

The LaDress collection is available exclusively online at LaDress

Prices from £125.00GBP.