I went along to a Scot Street Style Event in Glasgow on the 5th July 🙂 I went with my beautiful Cousin Nilufar Islam (A birds Tale) and Farah ( Edinburgh Metropolitan Fashion Show). The networking gathering was held at The Record … Continue reading
Hey lovelies!!
I was invited along to this cute secret pop up shop on the weekend. Me and Coco (Fashion Blogger) met Maeve the co-found of Betty’s Boutique during Judy’s Affordable Vintage Fair.
https://www.facebook.com/events/483114355148798/
Betty’s Boutique is a Secret Pop-Up shop specialising in good quality Retro and Vintage clothing and nick-naks.
We will also be exhibiting oil paintings and prints by Artist Maeve O’Loughlin whose work is inspired by Retro Fashion.
The shop will be open Saturday & Sunday and throughout the day there will be a Tea Party with Soulful Tunes and Fancy Cupcakes.
Saturday night the shop will be transformed and they’ll be an underground private party
The vintage pop up boutique was a two day Saturday and Sunday event from 10am-7pm with an evening party.
The Pop up shop was located at the top of Leith Walk, Edinburgh. Leith walk is an accessible locations, 5 minutes away from Edinburgh Waverly Train Station and has access to a number of central bus routes.
It was clear to see Bonny and Maeve the founders of Betty’s Boutique had put a lot of time and effort to decorate the vintage theme of the underground shop space. The founders have a great ying and yang bound together as vintage fashion lovers, Bonny vintage fashion and events experience and Maeve an upcoming artist.
Before the Event Bonny and Maeve ensured they keep the customer’s interested by posting images from Maeve’s paintings and marketing the tickets for the after party. The events page on Facebook had great comments from the audience about the paintings. Maeve’s art creations were displayed for customers to buy. So quirky and unique!Facebook comments such as –
Your paintings are beautiful
I love this!
SO wish I could be in Edinburgh this weekend to come to Betty’s boutique!
Wowsers. Beautiful!!
I will definitely try to pop by and buy this… I love it..
The mouth watering cupcakes were made by Josie Lancaster. My Instagram post of the cupcakes got a lot of attention from my followers (Yum!).
With music playing in the background and all shoppers genuinely interested in the items, I say what a great job with marketing and promoting awareness for the secret pop up!
I hope to see more from Betty’s Boutique! With the idea only 6 weeks old I believe the founders are doing great! Keep it up!
Dream to Inspire ❤ ❤
Sultana ❤
I went along to the Edinburgh College of Art Degree show 2014 on the 28th May 2014. I went with the all beautiful queen Eshiva herself ;). I have worked along side Eshiva on a number of occasions – Edinburgh … Continue reading
How exciting blogbees’!
I got invited along to a bloggers exclusive event :D! I met a bunch of amazing Scottish bloggers! I got invited along by Scott Harry Emery – a male fashion and lifestyle blogger from Glasgow, who is shortlisted for Company Magazine’s Style blogger award 2014! All the best Scott! Represent the power for Scotland!
The event was host by Crabtree & Evelyn-specialise in fine soaps from around the world. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, Hanover Street.
yay free products! Yum!
I was welcomed in by Lisa, the store manager who has been with Crabtree & Evelyn for 10 fantastic years! All 13 bloggers were welcomed with a soft drink, a cute cupcake and even a goodie bag! I heart free products!
As I started looking around the store I was kindly approached by Jamie Rockers– Social Media and PR manager for Crabtree & Evelyn. As I did not know anyone and was nervous, I was glad Jamie came over and even complimented my style and my online exclusive Michael Kors clutch (Birthday present from my sister!! Lucky Sultana!).
Jamie had mentioned she has done a few Bloggers events around the UK. And said bloggers events are more busier than customer events! Great work Jamie!
I was given this luxurious hand treatment by Fatima a sales assistant at the store. I was using the products from the Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed ranger which is one of the best sellers! I asked about the other products and Fatima told me about there Eau de Pearfum fragrances. These special fragrances were Harrods exclusive fragrances and were even in the top 6 best sellers!
All the bloggers were very approachable and we exchanged blog details! Yay new Instagrammar’s 🙂 I was surprised to find out not everyone has a business cards, which I advised would be a handy card to have at events like this. Alexandra had a discussion on Twitter asking other bloggers thoughts.
Overall I met some great people! And my hands feel so soft and girly (compared to my usual gym hands). I hope to see more bloggers exclusive events! As suggested previously bloggers events have much more a lasting affect than customer events. The trend hashtag for the evening was #crabtreehandytips which has been used on my Instagram uploads and tweets 🙂
They even have a food range! I Love!
polaroid taken instore by Jamie 🙂 Image can be found on the offical Crabtree & Evelyn Twitter! https://twitter.com/CrabtreeUK
I even got a shout out on the Crabtree&Evelyn twitter! I love the vintage feel of the shop so I had to get a selfie with the shop surroundings 🙂
yay new blogging friends 🙂
Dream to Inspire ❤ ❤
Sultana ❤
Hey beautiful Readers!! Anyone that follows me on instagram, Twitter or my new Like Page on Facebook- I was a feature blogger on Scotbloggers!! This was a follow up from my post on the Scottish Wedding Exhbition 2014.
Find my feature post: http://scotbloggers.blogspot.co.uk/2014/05/the-scottish-asian-wedding-exhibition.html
The creator of Scot Bloggers- Claire has been great with me! Always helpful, engaging and retweeting on social networking links!! She said my Feature post was the most popular this week on the Scot Bloggers site! I have also been asked if Id like to have a sharing button on the Scot Bloggers Blog page! Exciting times!
I had some great feedback and support about my feature blog within the Scottish asian community! Great to see people find my work interesting and inspiring! ie Dream to Inspire 😉 😉
Feedback such as-
Eli Couture – Glad to see bloggers like you covering events in Scotland. Good Work!
Husna Designs – Well Done again! So talented!
SKM Couture – Brilliant, Thanks so much Sultana Malik, Great review.
Sophina Zaheer Henna Artist – Fantastic read Sultana. Thank you so much for the amazing response. Much love
Faisal Latif- Photography – Even gave me pointers and tips! And advised me on some constructive criticism to double check my spelling and grammar.
Nadim Saleem was extremely appreciative for my positive response and want me to-do exclusive interview with the recognised Fashion chorographer! Watch this space!!!
Hey little lovelies excited to be a feature blogger on Scottish bloggers! Only started blogging a few months ago! I initially started to get my name out there and to show case my expertise in Events management and the Fashion industry. I also encourage and market the organisers and team behind Events and Fashion shows. I am loving the vision behind Scot Bloggers! Great stuff and such a good way to network! I’ve been engaging with other @scottishbloggers on twitter! Found some great co-bloggers!
This feature is a follow up from my post on The Scottish Asian Wedding Exhibition. I wanted to blog especially about this event as I feel it will encourage audiences to visit different cultural events and Fashion shows. I hope to encourage the growth of the scottish and Asian events and Fashion scene.
What a fun day out! As you walk in you were given Asian Sweets from Amala Foods and a S.A.W.E bag which had a number of leaflets.
Sponsors and associates
Clothing- boutiques Eli Couture, Image Collection by Nimraah, SKM Couture, Hair and Beauty Wink, Iqrara Hair stylist and makeup artist, Perfection by Mona, Smeena Make up Artist Henna Artist Mehndi by Sophina,
Jewellers Marbel eric, Zaiba Jewels, adaa Jewellery,
Entertainment service Royal Dhol Force- Jas, Staging J’adore, Catering Own catering wedding at Hamilton Park Racecourse and Mirror Finish – Vehicle Appearance Specialist
Photography – Faisal Latif who was also the official photographer for the Edinburgh Charity week Ladies night.
The stalls were displayed in a beautiful and professional manner.! The largest stall was the yummy cakes stand. J’adore who is a décor and food service company (also helped at the charity week fashion show) provide the amazing food for the attendees!
One of the main sponsors at this event was Sonique Sounds the only Asian female DJ in Scotland! You go girl! Who Run the world!!!
There was 3 catwalk productions throughout the day, I attended the 2nd one. Proud to see Edinburgh’s very own SKM Couture rocking the runway! And two of the models I’ve worked with before Stephanie Mcgovern and Urszula Prokop, the ladies worked professionally as always!
Nadim Saleem was the Fashion Choreographer at this event! Nadim is a well recognised events organiser within the Asian fashion industry! Please find his page and you’ll see a huge list of fashion productions he has choreographed. Before I started blogging I’ve attended a number of events he has produced! And what a talented man! Truly inspiring! I hope one day to be as recognised for my talent like Nadim.
I had the amazing opportunity to introduce myself to Nadim. Even as a busy man I watched him stop for photos with fans in the audience! Very humble and grateful! I hope to be part of Nadim’s upcoming projects! Exciting times and a huge step for me as a Events Assistant!!
Great turn out for the S.A.W.E considering it was their first event and the weather was miserable! Really proud of the Scottish Fashion Events industry and it’s continuously movements! I hope you enjoyed this post! Follow my page http://www.Facebook.com/Sultana.malik, Tweet me at @sultana_malik, for Style and Beauty #Lookbook find my Instagram @sultana_malik and last but not least my passion and my knowledge Events Blog- http://www.sultanamalik.wordpress.com
Dream to Inspire ❤ ❤
Sultana ❤
I’m attending this exciting new Scottish Asian Wedding Exhibition in May 2014! Date: 11/05/14 Time: 1pm-8pm Location: Hamilton Park Racecourse I’m attending this exhibition with my sister Husna Uddin, a recognised Graphic Designer Based in Edinburgh, Scotland- Husna Designs and … Continue reading
Hey beautiful readers! First time attending a Scottish Asian event in Glasgow. Such an entertainment filled day! This blog is a follow up post from my previous post (Awaz 2014 Event). On arrival I signed up to the Awaz newsletter … Continue reading
I’m attending this fabulous event tomorrow!! My best Friend Jordan Young will be modelling and my good friend Saleema Ali the official Make-up Artist for Rahims Productions will be part for this exhibition. According to Shamalia Razaq an event organiser from … Continue reading
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