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CV Edit: Styling Director, Marie Davies

From a sales assistant at River Island to Styling Director at Fashot.com, Marie Davies shares her exciting journey to the top with us.

By Cocosa
Posted 21.09.12
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How to get into fashion: Merchandising

We caught up with our merchandiser Ellie to hear her top tips to get into the fashion industry.

By Cocosa
Posted 21.09.12
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When Cocosa met Theo Fennell

When you think of jewellery, you inevitably think of design master Theo Fennell. With our fantastically fabulous jewellery sale coming up, we met this creative genius to learn more about his work.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 12.09.12
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HOW TO GET INTO FASHION: HR

Want to know what it takes to get into the fashion industry? Then read on with our Head of HR, Louisa’s, tips to the top.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 09.08.12
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CV Edit: HOMEWORKS Magazine editor, Lisa Borain

We caught up with Lisa Borain, editor of Malta’s number one luxury interior design magazine HOMEWORKS.

By Cocosa
Posted 01.08.12
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The CV Edit: Natalie Da Gama-Rose, Founder of Eremett

After growing up in Kenya and travelling the world, Eremett founder Natalie Da Gama-Rose has finally settled in Hong Kong. With luxury at the heart of all she does, we find out more about just how she got to where she is today.

By Georgie Haigh
Posted 27.07.12
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CV EDIT: MAKE-UP ARTIST JULES CARDOZO-MARSH

She’s on the speed-dial list of some serious A-list stars. Here we get make-up artist extraordinaire Jules Cardozo-Marsh’s tips to the top

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 27.07.12
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CV Edit: Dal Chodha, editor of B Magazine

We caught up with the editor of B Magazine, Dal Chodha, to hear how chivalry is a more valued asset in the industry than knowing everything and everyone.

By Cocosa
Posted 23.07.12
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HOW TO GET INTO FASHION: PHOTOGRAPHY

Want to know what it takes to get into the fashion industry? Then read on with our Head of Photography Eric Oliveira’s tips to the top.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 18.07.12
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CV Edit: MA.STRUM founder and principal designer, Donrad Duncan

Drawing his early inspiration from tailors and furniture builders, we find out how Donrad Duncan found his way into fashion design.

By Cocosa
Posted 18.07.12
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CV Edit: Chic Geek blogger, Marcus Jaye

Menswear blogger, Marcus “Chic Geek” Jaye, shares some essential advice with us for anyone thinking of following in his footsteps.

By Cocosa
Posted 06.07.12
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HOW TO GET INTO FASHION: MARKETING

Want to know what it takes to get into the fashion industry? Then read on with our Marketing Assistant, Becky’s tips to the top.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 04.07.12
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CV Edit: JOY brand manager, Jen Cox

From an assistant in an independent craft shop to a brand ambassador for fashion e-tailer JOY, we caught up with the gorgeous Jen Cox about her journey to the top.

By Cocosa
Posted 02.07.12
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THE FASHION CV: MILLINER JANE TAYLOR

With fans ranging from rockstars to royalty, when it comes to beautiful hats and fascinators, Jane Taylor is the name to know.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 28.06.12
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THE FASHION CV: FASHION LABEL ‘KAGE’ DESIGNERS ARWA ABDELHADI AND BASMA ABU GHAZALEH

It’s undoubtedly most girls dream to run a successful fashion label, so to learn how these two ladies turned a dream into a reality, read on.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 21.06.12
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Fashion CV: Designer Mawi Keivom

Known for her exquisite designs, sourcing inspiration from around the world, we find out just what inspires leading London jeweller Mawi Keivom.

By Emily Rampton
Posted 18.06.12
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GRADUATE FASHION WEEK WINNERS ANNOUNCED

In a flurry of fur, feathers and fan fair, the winners of this year’s Graduate Fashion Week were announced last night.

By Emily Rampton
Posted 14.06.12
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Exclusive interview: Hardy Amies creative director and designer, Claire Malcolm

To celebrate the first Fashion Weekend dedicated to men’s fashion, we exclusively interviewed British menswear designer, Claire Malcolm.

By Cocosa
Posted 14.06.12
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The CV Edit: Designer Henrietta Rose Samuels

An insider favourite for vintage-inspired handmade footwear, designer Henrietta Rose Samuels gives us the lowdown on her tips to the top.

By Emily Rampton
Posted 12.06.12
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INTRODUCING COPYWRITER GEORGIE HAIGH

The Cocosa editorial team is delighted to welcome our latest copywriter, Georgie to the team. As she settles in, we thought we would find out a little bit more about our latest team member.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 08.06.12
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HOW TO GET INTO FASHION: DESIGN

Want to know what it takes to get into the fashion industry? Then read on with our Middleweight Designer, Sarah’s tips to the top.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 06.06.12
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CV Edit: Spijkers en Spijkers

Twin sisters and design duo Spijkers en Spijkers exclusively reveal how they made it to the top.

By Cocosa
Posted 29.05.12
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CV Edit: Men’s Accessories designer Otis Batterbee

We caught up with men’s accessories designer, Otis Batterbee, to find out how he went from his great-grandfather’s textile factory to running his own label.

By Cocosa
Posted 28.05.12
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THE CV EDIT: ARTIST EXTRAORDINAIRE STASHA

Unconventional, bold and brilliant are just some of the words to sum up highly acclaimed artist Stasha’s work. Find out how she gets her creative juices flowing here.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 24.05.12
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THE CV EDIT: JEWELLERY DESIGNER JULIA BURNESS

If you are a fan of beautifully original and exquisitely designed jewellery, then read our interview with jewellery designer Julia Burness.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 22.05.12
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HOW TO GET INTO FASHION: VISUAL MERCHANDISING

Want to know what it takes to get into the fashion industry? Then read on with our Visual Merchandiser, Alex’s tips to the top.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 22.05.12
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How to get into fashion: Buying

Want to know what it takes to get into the fashion industry? Then read on with our Buyers Admin Assistant Lydia’s tips to the top.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 21.05.12
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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF DESIGNER CATHERINE DEANE

Catherine Deane’s designs have been gracing the red carpet since her label launched in 2005. From mountain climbing to meditation, the designer gives us a glimpse into what keeps her motivated.

By Emily Rampton
Posted 17.05.12
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The CV Edit: Cocosa kidswear buyer Charlie Harvey

Want to know what it takes to get ahead in kidswear buying? Then take some tips from our kidswear buyer Charlie.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 11.05.12
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THE CV EDIT: FOUNDER OF FLUKE KIDSWEAR, FRAZER BRADLEY

Find out how childrenswear magnate Frazer Bradley went from funeral cars to kiddie chic.

By Poppy Skinner
Posted 11.05.12
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