Fake Bake Re-Launch Celebrity Backed Charity Campaign - Save Your Skin 2012

News_Fakebake_2May 2012 will see international tanning brand Fake Bake joining forces with renowned celebrities such as Peter Andre, Tess Daly, Coleen Rooney and Aldo Zilli to re-launch their renowned charity and education program – ‘Save Your Skin.’ Fake Bake is not solely a tan – it is a brand and a lifestyle and crucially they are exceptionally committed to their charity work and want to use their public position to make a positive difference to people’s lives. Fake Bake have chosen May to re-launch as it is Melanoma Month and Sun Awareness Week.

This year Fake Bake, the brand famously voted the no.1 self-tanner by the influential ‘New York Times’ will continue to use their status as beauty industry front runner to make a difference and educate the public on the dangers of skin cancer, how to practice safe-tanning and how to look after your precious skin whilst still enjoying the benefits of the sun. A longstanding and house-hold name in the beauty world, Fake Bake has offered tanning alternatives to the sunbed for over a decade. With over thirty products on offer, award-winning Fake Bake constantly strives to develop safe tanning products to meet the requirements of their evermore informed consumers. This includes bringing out a range of teen tan – an affordable, safe and effective alternative tan for teenagers to discourage the use of the thousands of young people still using sunbeds every day.

‘I have always loved to tan and have the healthy glow of a tan - it’s brilliant that Fake Bake are committed to using their renowned name in the tanning industry to make a difference and educate the British public on the methods of ‘safe’ tanning – it’s so important to encourage the use of suncream, tan in a bottle and the disuse of sunbeds which are known world-wide to dramatically increase the risk of skin cancer – it’s a fantastic campaign and I’m very proud to support Save Your Skin 2012.’ (Peter Andre: Celebrity Save Your Skin Supporter)

The team at Fake Bake and its award winning, pioneering and charitable CEO Sandra McClumpha want to simply reduce the amount of people getting skin cancer in the UK. With the help of charity affiliation, support from medical professionals and celebrity backing, they hope all Brits will know how to ‘Save Their Skin’ in 2012.

‘This year’s Save Your Skin campaign is going to be the biggest and best yet and it is a cause extremely close to my heart. Skin cancer is a preventable disease so if we only save one life through the Fake Bake campaign we have done our job.’ (Sandra McClumpha: Fake Bake CEO)

This year, Fake Bake are again partnering with the skin charity RAFT (Restoration of Appearance and Function Trust) who carry out pioneering research into practical and affordable ways to save and repair skin - including a large research project on identifying how exposure to different parts of sunlight, especially UVA and viable light, are involved in triggering the damage which can lead later to skin cancer.

Dr Nick Kassouf, RAFT Post-doctoral Research Scientist at RAFT comments:

“Melanoma is the second most common cancer in young adults aged 15-34 and worryingly individuals in this age group may be those who will want to appear more tanned. It has been scientifically proven that sunbeds emit ultraviolet rays and can therefore promote skin cancers such as melanoma. Alternatives to sun bathing with sun protection such as spray tans in a salon can be expensive for young adults, therefore applying fake tans as a cream, represents a safe, affordable method, while still obtaining the tanned appearance that many of this age group desire. RAFT is in support of the Fake Bake Save Your Skin campaign who are highlighting publicly such an important issue.”

The ‘Save Your Skin’ program focuses on endorsing all safe tanning products - it is also about educating people about the affordable and effective tans out there on the beauty market which give you the same results as sun beds without risking your life. This campaign re-launch in May 2012 which is also Melanoma Month in the UK follows the recent media storm following London Fashion Week’s ban of sunbed tans. It also follows the 2010 Fake Bake campaign which forced the English Government into banning under 18’s using sunbeds - this day celebrated all of the campaign’s achievements as well as highlighting the work that still needs to be done in 2012.

Please see www.saveyourskin.co.uk / www.fakebake.co.uk for more information.

The Fake Bake Annual ‘Glitz and Glamour’ Save Your Skin Ball 2012 will take place in Glasgow on Friday 18th May 2012.

Kandee Shoes Launch Exclusive Pink Fizz Creations For Their Collaboration With The Pink Ribbon Foundation


News_Pink_KandeeKandee Shoes, the shoe brand who are currently conquering the fashion world are delighted to announce that they will be donating 10% of all sales from their two exclusive pink crystallized shoe designs to the UK based charity, Pink Ribbon Foundation.

After debuting at last year’s London Fashion Week, appearing at Barcelona Fashion Week in 2012 and being a regular feature in major fashion publications such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan and Grazia, British CEO and designer Josh Wayman, or “Mr Kandee” as he is known, is committed to ‘giving back’ – he wants to use his name and status in the fashion world to make a positive difference to a great charity.

As we enter the summer of 2012, Mr Kandee continues to set the standards of design in the fashion footwear business – he quite literally is one foot ahead of the others in the industry! The Pink Lemonade and Limonade charity designs are inspired from his sold-out Original Lemonade and Limonade styles and follow months of popular demand for a pink crystallized shoe!

The Pink Ribbon Foundation trust has a mission to fund projects and provide financial support to UK charities which relieve the needs of people who are suffering from, or who have been affected by breast cancer. The Foundation is committed to bringing together individuals, charities and organizations to fight breast cancer and they are thrilled about the most recent collaboration with world-wide fashion giants Kandee Shoes.

“Charity is extremely important to me, both personally and as a responsible businessman.  Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide - 250 women in the UK will die of Breast Cancer this week alone.  Therefore teaming up with The Pink Ribbon Foundation for our Pink Lemonade and Pink Limonade styles seemed natural and I am thrilled to have partnered with such an inspirational charity.” Josh Wayman, CEO and Designer of Kandee Shoes

“We are thrilled that fashion footwear giants Kandee Shoes are donating sales of their limited edition shoes to the Pink Ribbon Foundation. The funds raised will be invaluable in our efforts to help our Breast Cancer Charities.” Jonathan Prince, Pink Ribbon Foundation

The exclusive Pink Lemonade High Heels retail at £210.00 and the Pink Limonade Booties retail at £250.00 with 10% of each sale going to the Pink Ribbon Foundation (Charity Number 1080839.) Both can be purchased from www.kandeeshoes.com.

Peter Andre Joins Forces With Fake Bake to Launch Sport Tan

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Peter Andre is delighted to announced he has joined forces with International tanning giants, Fake Bake by launching their new and exclusive Sport Daily Tan.

A brand new and innovative tan that is specifically designed for those with an active lifestyle, this product is perfect for Peter. Famous for his tanned body, healthy physique and recognisable six-pack, Peter knows the values of products that work quickly and provide a flawless result.

 

Perfect for both men and women alike, Fake Bake’s Sport Daily Tan is sure to become a ‘must-have’ for those who have a dynamic and sporty regime. A light-weight and non-greasy gradual self-tan lotion that is suitable for both the face and body, this product is the ideal addition to your grooming, beauty regime or your sports bag. Award winning Fake Bake have used the best ingredients to work with the skin to hydrate, soothe, soften and protect the skin from the external environment whilst building a gorgeous natural glow.

This collaboration also comes as part of Peter’s support of Fake Bake’s famous Save Your Skin Campaign (www.saveyourskin.co.uk) which promotes safe tanning, the disuse of sunbeds and the prevention of skin cancer.

Peter said of the collaboration:

“When Fake Bake approached me about this product I was really keen to get on board as I am constantly on the go but still want to take care of my appearance. I’ve really enjoyed being involved from the beginning and loved having an input into the tan design, even the great papaya and coconut smell. I love to tan but quickly, safely and effectively so this Fake Bake product is made for me!”

Sandra McClumpha, Fake Bake’s CEO commented:

“When we were discussing the Sport Daily Tan and having a celebrity to endorse the product, Peter was our first choice as he has a hectic schedule but still makes time to work out and take care of himself. We were over the moon when Peter agreed to work with Fake Bake and he has been involved from the word go. We are sure that Peter’s collaboration with Sport Daily Tan will make this product a great success.”

Peter Andre launched Fake Bake’s Sport Daily on Tuesday 17th April 2012 and it is available to purchase now from www.fakebake.co.uk and exclusively in Selfridges. RRP £14.50.

CAN Associates Limited Win GUESS Eyewear Account

News_GUESS_GOLD_09CAN Associates Limited are delighted to announce they have won the PR account for GUESS Eyewear, manufactured and distributed  by Viva Eyewear UK Ltd. CAN Associates Limited will now be managing press for GUESS Eyewear alongside Viva Eyewear UK Ltd.

Viva International Group is a global leader in high-quality, fashion eyewear. Viva has six direct sales offices in the United Kingdom, France, Brazil, Canada, Japan and Hong Kong. Joint ventures and direct sales forces are also maintained in Australia, Austria, Germany, Mexico, the Netherlands and Switzerland.

As part of a leading luxury lifestyle brand, GUESS Eyewear strives to engage consumers in a new ways by consistently providing them with fashion-forward eyewear for both men and women including optical and sunglass frames. They also offer the 'GUESS Kids' (ages 5-7) and  'GUESS Tweens' (ages 8 -14) optical frame ranges, designed for kids who desire fun, colourful versions of adult looking frames.

Established in 1981, GUESS began as a jeans company and has since successfully grown into a global lifestyle brand. Today GUESS designs, markets and distributes full collections of women’s, men’s and children’s apparel as well as accessories. Throughout the years, the GUESS image has been portrayed in unforgettable, innovative campaigns that have made the brand amongst the most recognized in the world.  GUESS is distributed in over 500 retail and factory outlet stores, at its online store GUESS.com, and at fine department and specialty stores throughout the world.

For more information please see GUESS.com / Vivagroup.com.

Kandee Shoes Launch Their Spring/Summer 2012 Collection Named 'LOUD'

News_Kandee_bigKandee Shoes are launching their highly anticipated Spring/Summer 2012 shoe collection in which renowned Kandee Shoes designer Josh Wayman has named “LOUD” on Thursday 1st March on www.kandeeshoes.com

Always pushing the boundaries, British CEO and designer Josh Wayman, or “Mr Kandee” as he is famously known to his twitter followers, is yet again following his fashion philosophy of setting trends instead of merely following them.  This “LOUD” shoe collection, described as ‘fearless and sexy,’ is the twenty-two year olds brightest and boldest yet. Mr Kandee continues to set the standards of design in the fashion footwear industry – he quite literally is one foot ahead of the others in the industry!

Staying true to the brand’s ‘Kandee’ and sweet-themed identity, alike previous Kandee collections the “LOUD” shoe designs have funky, memorable names such as Rhubarbie, Addict, MashaMallow, Smartees and WHAM. Firm fans of the Kandee brand will also be delighted to know that the “LOUD” collection will see the coveted return of the Peanut Butter Crunchy Bootie.

Supplementary to the trade mark 6.1 inch heels that Kandee Shoes are known for, this collection will also include ‘Kandee Sneakers’ and ‘Kandee Ballet Pumps.’ Mr Kandee has designed these two unprecedented lines in an effort to highlight Kandee Shoe’s desire to expand the diversity of footwear they offer to the public. The Spring/Summer launch of “LOUD” will also see a re-launch of their website, www.kandeeshoes.com, which will no doubt enhance the Kandee Shoes consumer’s online shopping experience ever further.

Despite his international popularity amongst both industry and celebrity, Wayman is keen to maintain the brand's ‘street-cred’ through a ‘high fashion meets high street’ philosophy. After debuting at last year’s London Fashion Week and Barcelona Fashion Week only last month and being a regular feature in major fashion publications such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan and Grazia, Mr Kandee wants the brand to remain accessible to the broad fashion market. There is no doubt that this Spring/Summer 2012 vibrantly-hued, urban shoe range will-sell out like it has for Kandee Shoes every season thus far.

The Kandee Shoes “LOUD” Spring/Summer 2012 Collection consists of 26 designs and prices start at £110.00. www.kandeeshoes.com.

Amy Childs Launches Her Exclusive Strip Lash Range

News_Amy_lashesBeautician, Reality Star and TV Sweetheart, Amy Childs, has joined forces with renowned beauty lash brand Blink+Go to bring you her debut strip eyelash range named Amy Childs’ Lashes.

Amy’s exclusive lash collection offers a selection of eight high-quality affordable lash styles all different to suit every girl and every occasion. With names such as Heartbreaker, Tease, Temptress and Flirt, Amy has used her own beauty expertise to carefully hand-pick lash styles for all those who want perfect lashes.

Amy knows and understands the diverse beauty needs of women so her collection includes natural designs for the ‘everyday’ look, auburn lashes for the fairer girls, beautifully embellished designs perfect for parties and of course some thick, long, luscious lashes to get the undeniably stunning and striking look of Amy herself.

These lashes are a personal triumph for Amy being a respected figure in the beauty world. This is a project and a product which has taken hours of Amy’s time and dedication to ensure it is right by her very high beauty standards – this is exactly why Amy has picked Blink+Go, by the very prestigious Nouveau Beauty Group as her very first collection.

To celebrate the launch of Amy Childs’ Lashes, Amy will be on the Nouveau Beauty Group U16 stand at the Professional Beauty Show on the 4th and 5th March 2012. Nouveau Beauty Group has worked with Amy to offer a specialist training course to become a ‘Strip Lash Professional’ for just £95 (only £49+ VAT at Professional Beauty 2012.) It is very important to Amy to educate the public and beauticians alike in beauty training and inform consumers on how to use her products. This strip lash training course (which Amy has completed herself) is supported by The Guild of Beauty Therapists, so in celebration of Amy’s new lashes you can now start to apply strip lashes with professional precision and confidence. Amy will also be selling box sets of 24 strip lashes at the Professional Beauty 2012 Show for trade buyers which will be £80+ VAT.

Amy Childs’ Lashes are sure to take the beauty world by storm and prove to be yet another great beauty and business success for Amy Childs.

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Amy Childs’ Lashes will retail at £8.00 (including postage and packaging) and will be available from http://shop.nouveaubeautygroup.com/brands/amy-childs-lashes/ & www.amychildsofficial.co.uk

Successful Girlband 'The Saturdays' Choose British Eyelash Brand 'Blink+Go' To Take On Tour

News_SaturdaysWhen you are part of one of the most successful girl groups of recent times and set to go on tour to perform in front of thousands of people, you want to make sure that you are looking your best. That is exactly why Frankie, Rochelle, Una, Mollie and Vanessa called on British beauty genius and CAN client Karen Betts to provide some of her stunning Blink+Go strip lashes for their latest arena tour and appearances.

With over 40 styles which include auburn lashes for fairer girls, beautifully embellished lashes that are perfect for parties and ranges called Flirt, Tease, Temptress and Heartbreaker it is no wonder that Blink+Go can transform us in seconds from girl next door to a devastatingly sexy siren and the number one choice for The Saturdays.

Celena Hancock, The Saturdays Makeup Artists says:

'I loved using the Blink+Go lashes on The Saturdays - there were so many different styles and the girls each found a style that they loved, both onstage for a more dramatic lash and also offstage when a more natural lash was needed. They were incredibly easy to apply and were really comfortable for the girls to wear. The lashes really accentuated their eye makeup and really finished off the look. I'm definitely a fan of Blink+Go and will certainly be using them again on all my clients!'

To purchase your Blink+Go Lashes please see this link : www.nouveaubeautygroup.com/blink-and-go

Leading Fashion Brand, Quontum, Sign With CAN Associates Limited

News_QuontumCAN Associates Limited are delighted to announce that we have signed fashion label, Quontum as a PR client.  The stunning and individual brand is made up of the iconic and recognisable bodycon dresses that are loved by celebrities such as Lindsay Lohan, The Saturdays, Charlotte Church, Amy Childs and Dionne Bromfield.

Quontum is a small, family run business started by the Stephens family who entered the world of fashion nearly 25 years ago when they then specialised in Vintage Clothing.  In the late 1990s they opened their first boutique in Brighton, East Sussex, where they began to specialise in their own collections.

In 2008 Quontum was born after they had the opportunity to retail their own label on the renowned ASOS.com website. Quontum soon established a loyal customer base with retailers from across the globe taking interest in retailing their unique collection. Since its conception, Quontum has gone from strength to strength and is now stocked in over 60 boutiques, stores and on websites across the world including two successful stints in Selfridges.

2012 is set to be this flourishing fashion brand's biggest year yet with Clare, their talented designer, always wanting to push the boundaries. Quontum’s Spring/Summer 2012 collection will continue to offer their distinctive Neon, Signature and Sequin ranges along with the new High Shine Metallic collection.

www.quontum.uk.com

Karen Betts Provides A Valentine's Day Make-Over For Cancer Sufferers

News_caroline_campaignBUPA registered beautician and CAN client Karen Betts is renowned across the world for her expertise in permanent make-up and medical tattooing. On Monday 6th February 2012, as part of Caroline Monk’s Campaign Cancer Makeover for Valentine’s Day, Karen has offered her expertise to treat five cancer sufferers to cosmetically tattooed eyebrows which have been lost through chemotherapy. This charity pamper day, sees Karen bringing her beauty team from the prestigious Harley Street to the Denise Lebar Hair-Loss and Beauty Boutique also in London. The women will have a full day of pampering, before they will be taken to a London Hotel to join their families and showcase their new look. Celebrities and supporters of Caroline’s Campaign will also join in the celebrations to make the day extra special.

This event has been organised by cancer sufferer, campaigner and current ‘London Personality of The Year,’ Caroline Monk. Caroline knows all too well, like many of Karen’s current patients, how devastating the effects of chemo are on a person’s physical appearance and confidence – this includes the loss of head hair, eyebrows and eyelashes. These symptoms serve as a constant reminder of the disease and can make coping with the illness very difficult. This special charity event will see these deserving women pampered in our Capital City following other successful similar events in Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool and Leeds.

Karen Betts’ passion and determination to change lives coincides and parallels with Caroline Monk’s fantastic cancer charity work and we hope that Karen’s expertise and skills continue to make a positive change to the confidence and lives of these women who have been affected by the disease.

Caroline Monk says:

“Losing your hair is about so much more than personal vanity – it is about how other people perceive and treat you. Helping people with cancer is not just about finding cures and funding research; it is about caring for the people who go through it. Chemotherapy can take away all that feels feminine, but if you look ill you will feel ill, if you look fabulous you will feel fabulous, and that is exactly how we will make these women and their families feel at the end of this special Valentine’s Day treat. Permanent make-up looks so natural that it really can transform women back to how they looked before they had undergone any cancer treatment.”

Karen Betts says:

“I am more than delighted to be providing my services in permanent makeup for this fantastic charity event. I support a range of cancer charities, including Breast Cancer Haven and Breast Friends, so I am more than aware of the difference my treatments make to these women. It is set to be a poignant, positive and uplifting day for all involved and it is an utter pleasure to be a part of it.”

For more information On Karen Betts and Permanent Make-Up: www.karenbetts.co.uk / www.nouveaubeautygroup.com

For more information on Caroline’s Campaign: www.carolinescampaign.co.uk

CAN PR Client Kandee Shoes Hits The Barcelona Fashion Week Catwalk

NEWS_MANUELKandee Shoes, the extraordinary women’s shoe brand which is currently taking the UK fashion industry by storm are delighted to report that they will be gracing the Barcelona Fashion Week Catwalk on Friday 27th January 2012.

The renowned and high-end Spanish fashion designer, Manuel Bolaño has personally requested to use Josh Wayman’s Kandee Shoe designs to accompany his latest clothing collection, ‘A Million Promises, A Million Scars’ on the runway of the esteemed Spanish fashion show.

Award-winning Manuel won the Barcelona Bread & Butter Award in 2007 for the Best Graduate Fashion Collection and followed this success by winning several more fashion commendations at Madrid's Young Creators Contest. After a brief period working as part of Mango's design team, Manuel Bolaño decided to start working on his own designs. Manuel’s collections have now been showcased at Barcelona Fashion Week since 2008 and he wishes to continue his longstanding success at the Spanish show in 2012 with the assistance of Josh Wayman and Kandee Shoes.

Kandee specialise in 6-inched heels for women – high-end, colorful and unique, Kandee Shoes set trends rather than follow them. Always pushing the boundaries, British owner and designer Josh Wayman is due to launch his Spring/Summer 2012 collection named ‘LOUD’ in March 2012.

Owner and Designer of Kandee Shoes Josh Wayman says:

“I am absolutely thrilled to be taking my current Kandee Shoe collection to Barcelona Fashion Week. This is a great opportunity for Kandee Shoes to appear at such a prestigious fashion event and one that I hope will continue to promote Kandee Shoes’ prominence internationally. Manuel Bolaño is an innovative and inspirational figure in the fashion industry and I hope this collaboration will be the first of many.”

Designer Manuel Balono says:

"I am very happy to be collaborating with Kandee Shoes for my A/W Collection 2012/2013 named ‘A Million Promises, A Million Scars.’ They have been wonderful and the Gold Roche Kandee Shoe Design fits perfectly with the collection. I would be more than glad to continue collaborating with Kandee Shoes in the future."

www.kandeeshoes.com / www.manuelbolano.com

Can Associates Limited Are Delighted To Announce That They Are Managing Gemma Collins

News_Gemma_CollinsCAN Associates Limited are excited to announce the signing of Gemma Collins as a new management client. Gemma is a star of the hit ITV2 reality show ‘The Only Way Is Essex’. After joining the cast in 2011 for the show’s second series, she became an instant hit with the public for her bubbly personality and great sense of humour.

Having attended the Sylvia Young Theatre School as a child, Gemma was always destined to become a star performer. From a very early age she was noticed by industry moguls and secured starring roles in theatre productions such as The Sound of Music.

Gemma is very much a natural on and off camera and went down a storm with viewers and producers alike during her most recent TV exposé on ITV2’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here NOW! where she joined panelists Peter Andre and Joe Swash in commenting on the jungle show. Gemma is a girl who is never afraid to speak her mind. She is straight talking, outspoken and confident and she is set to become a huge success.

Managing Director of CAN Associates Limited, Claire Powell comments:

“This is an exciting time for us and for Gemma. We intend to make her a big star. Most women can relate to Gemma as she is a real woman's woman. She has a great determination to work hard and we see a lot of potential in her future. We already have numerous projects in the pipeline for Gemma so this is going to be a very busy time for her.”

Gemma says:

“I’m so pleased that I have signed with CAN Associates, I have admired their work over the years and am really excited about the projects that they have lined up for me. I’m a no frills Essex girl and I am really looking forward to working with Claire and the great team they have at CAN!”

Leading Permanent Make-Up Genius Karen Betts Joins Forces With The Katie Piper Foundation

News_Katie_PiperKaren Betts, the no.1 permanent make-up beautician in the UK, is delighted to announce a new collaboration with The Katie Piper Foundation which will see her become their official and exclusive permanent make-up consultant for 2012.

Katie Piper and her Foundation are well known in the UK for their charitable work which aims to make life easier for people living with burns and scars. Katie’s ambition is to help others in their quest to feel confident again in spite of their scars; and strives to recommend and provide a network of the best treatments and technicians available for fellow sufferers. Karen Betts is one of the first in this growing network for the Foundation.

Karen has personally worked with Katie Piper as she recovered from an acid attack in 2008 and, over a twelve month process, recreated Katie’s lips, brows and eye definition. This personal and professional relationship developed from then and resulted in Karen offering her expert skills and services in four clinic locations countrywide – including London’s prestigious Harley Street - to help survivors look and feel attractive again and hopefully help improve the lives of people living with facial disfigurements.

Karen Betts is renowned across the world for her expertise in permanent make-up and after progressing into medical tattooing she became officially BUPA registered in 2006. After individuals have experienced physically deforming conditions in their lives, Karen can literally tattoo back on their confidence to the affected areas. It is testament to Karen’s skills to be officially affiliated which such a reputable charity as The Katie Piper Foundation.

Karen’s work is unprecedented in both the beauty and medical sector - she has worked incredibly hard to build her own business empire – Nouveau Beauty Group - which through her Nouveau Contour Training School has now trained thousands of other individuals in her specialised permanent make-up skills.

Karen Betts says:

“I am more than delighted to have collaborated with Katie and her fantastic charity, The Katie Piper Foundation. I have come to build up both an incredibly personal and professional relationship with Katie after performing a number of procedures for her at my Harley Street clinic following her acid attack. This partnership allows me to use my skills as a permanent make-up artist to continue to make a difference to people’s lives affected by burns and scars.”

Katie Piper says:

“I’m so pleased that Karen has offered her expertise to help other survivors feel more confident about themselves. She has a great passion and determination to help change people’s lives and I’m delighted that she’s able to help the Foundation.”

Harry Derbidge Launches His New & Exclusive Unisex Jewellery Range

harry-derbidge-website-launchMost people can only dream of being a reality TV star, BAFTA winner and the face of their very own jewellery range, yet this is reality for 17 year old Harry Derbidge. Having shot to fame in 2010 on ITV2’s The Only Way Is Essex, Harry quickly became a family favourite with his sayings such as ‘Shut Up’ being frequently used throughout UK households.

This month, Harry launches his first exclusive unisex jewellery collection in collaboration with the renowned brand and celebrity favourite, Lemonade. The range, Harry Derbidge by Lemonade, is set to be a huge success – fans have already flocked to the website to get a sneak peek of Harry’s collection which resulted in the Lemonade website crashing! Harry’s first range has over sixty items consisting of diamante earrings, necklaces, shamballa bracelets, bangles, watches and a unique skull telephone - the unisex range has something for everyone.

Harry Derbidge says:

‘I am so excited about my new jewellery collection - Harry Derbidge by Lemonade. I have always loved Lemonade’s jewellery as it is so bling and sparkly so I couldn’t believe it when I had the opportunity to have my very own collection with them. There is something for everyone and I can’t wait to walk down the street and see people wearing my very own jewellery!’

The full Harry Derbidge by Lemonade collection is available via www.harryderbidgeofficial.co.uk from Tuesday 17th January 2012. Prices start from £9.95.

Nouveau Beauty Group Enters The Celebrity Big Brother House

Noveau_BBArguably the UK’s No.1 beauty business, The Nouveau Beauty Group really does provide everything that you need to feel and look beautiful. Offering permanent cosmetic tattoos, anti-aging facials in Contour Roller and A-Lift, HD Brows, Blink+Go Lashes, Nouveau Lashes, Fresh Mineral Makeup and Nouveau Contour, a top quality state of the art training academy that is the biggest in Europe – it is no surprise that some of their top brands have been selected to go in to Channel 5’s Celebrity Big Brother House.

HD Brows, Blink+Go and Nouveau Strip Lashes are all heading into Celebrity Big Brother this week as part of a luxurious ‘pamper hamper’ for the lucky celebrity ladies inside the house which include Nicola McLean – a Nouveau Beauty Group fan herself, having had her eyebrows and eyeliner tattooed on by Karen Betts on numerous occasions!

Director of Nouveau Beauty Group, Karen Betts, says:

"We were absolutely delighted when we were asked to be included in the ‘pamper hampers’ for this year’s female celebrities, especially as Nicola is already a fan of us. She loves Blink+Go lashes so I am sure she will showing the other girls just how great the products are! I cannot wait to see them all having a great time getting ready for the house parties using our brands."

All items that have been sent into the Celebrity Big Brother House are available from www.nouveaubeautygroup.co.uk along with further information on everything that the Nouveau Beauty Group has to offer.

CAN Associates Limited Win Fake Bake PR Account

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CAN Associates Limited are delighted to announce they have won the PR account of leading international tanning brand, Fake Bake UK. CAN Associates Limited will now be managing press for the Fake Bake UK Tanning Products and Makeup Range, Fake Bake At Home, Fake Bake Salons and the Fake Bake ‘Save Your Skin’ Cancer Awareness Campaign.

Fake Bake which has been famously voted the no.1 self-tanner by the prestigious and influential ‘New York Times’ publication proves that Fake Bake really is the best tanning collection not just in the UK but Worldwide. Self-tanning has been revolutionized and come a long way since Fake Bake was introduced to the UK market in 2001 by the company’s British CEO Sandra McClumpha, who is undoubtedly one of Britain’s most pioneering and successful businesswomen.

Now a house-hold name in the beauty world and with over thirty products on offer, award-winning Fake Bake constantly strives to develop tanning products to meet the requirements of their evermore informed consumers. Recent developments within their in-house laboratories has enabled them to remove all parabens and artificial preservatives from their products thus being able to introduce added skincare benefits such as anti-aging, anti-cellulite and antioxidants to provide an all round skin care and tanning solution for consumers when beauty is an essential and time is a luxury!

Fake Bake UK is not just a tanning product – it is a brand and a lifestyle. Fake Bake UK has now expanded to offer a make-up, tanning at home, tanning in salons and tanning training to name but a few. They are also exceptionally committed to their charity work and want to use their status and name in the industry to make a positive difference to people’s lives.

Managing Director of CAN Associates Limited, Claire Powell, says:

"Both myself and the PR team at CAN Associates Limited are thrilled to have signed such an iconic and well respected brand such as Fake Bake UK. The beauty company has received great success since it was launched in the UK and we are looking forward to expanding and continuing that success in 2012."

Fake Bake Founder, Sandra McClumpha, continues:

"I am really looking forward to working with CAN Associates. They are a forward thinking company like Fake Bake and I am sure they will bring fresh ideas about how to expand the PR of our brand."


See www.fakebake.co.uk

Permanent Makeup Beautician To The Stars, Karen Betts, Backs Model Nicola McLean As She Enters The Celebrity Big Brother House!

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Professional, down-to-earth and endearing – Karen Betts and Nicola McLean are two of a kind so it is no surprise that Karen and the Nouveau Beauty Group are backing Nicola for great success in Channel 5’s Celebrity Big Brother House.

Nicola also called on the no.1 beautician to help make sure that she looks great in the house 24/7. Karen used her world renowned cosmetic tattooing skills to give Nicola the perfect pout and eyebrows.

Good luck Nicola!

For more information on Karen Betts please see www.karenbetts.co.uk

Top Fashion Retailer ‘New Look’ Sign Deal With Leading Shoe Brand Kandee Shoes

can_shoeKandee Shoes, the fabulous and extraordinary women’s shoe brand have signed a retail contract with New Look.

Kandee Shoes, who have already seen huge success in the USA and Europe have brought their beautiful shoe range to the UK. High-street fashion giants New Look have snapped Kandees up and will be selling them as a designer brand online at www.newlook.com from Friday 16th December 2011.

Always pushing the boundaries, British owner and designer Josh Wayman has launched four designs of his third shoe collection on www.newlook.com.  Countless more Kandee designs are available on their website www.kandeeshoes.com - prices for Autumn / Winter Kandees start at £129.99.

Owner and Designer of Kandee Shoes Josh Wayman said:

“I am really thrilled to be working with an iconic British high street retailer. We feel that Kandee fit perfectly into the new designer brands now available at www.newlook.com.”

Harry Derbidge Sets Us Soaring To Never Neverland With His Performance In Peter Pan!

Panto_PosterShuut Up! The Lost Boys will be 'totes jel' because joining Steve McFadden as one of his rumbustious pirates and adding a bit of glam to the crew is none other than Harry Derbidge!

Harry has gone from strength to strength since becoming one of the favourite characters in hit ITV2 show 'The Only Way Is Essex!' and now he will be doing what he does best by performing in one of the most popular pantomimes of the season, Peter Pan, at Woking's New Victoria Theatre!

Please visit www.atgtickets.com/woking to catch all the latest exciting news for all things panto and to book your tickets for this wonderful spectacle. You'll certainly be in for a treat as Harry brings some Essex to Neverland!

 

Performance Times & Ticket Information

Friday 9th December 2011 - Sunday 15th January 2012 | Tickets from £16.25 | Box Office 0844 871 7645 (fees apply) | www.atgtickets.com/woking (fees apply)

Peter Andre's 2012 Up Close & Personal Tour

peter-tour-dates2012Tickets for Peter Andre's 2012 Up Close & Personal Tour go on general sale from 10am on Friday 2nd December 2011! If you missed out on pre-sale tickets, don't panic, you can grab your general admission tickets now at www.peterandre.com 

Amy Childs' Reality Show 'It's All About Amy' Starts Thursday 1st December 2011 Channel 5 10pm

amy-news-channel-5-showAmy Childs' Reality Show 'It's All About Amy' starts on Thursday 1st December 2011 on Channel 5 at 10pm. Reality star Amy's debut reality show documents her life in the public eye as she makes plans to open her own beauty salon, launches her own clothing collection, tanning range, and beauty products. As the series begins, the former 'The Only Way Is Essex' star leaves the Celebrity Big Brother house and is thrust into a world of paparazzi, TV appearances and photoshoots. Follow this fantastic series to keep up to date with the world of Amy Childs, her family, her friends and life in the media spotlight.

See the following link for more details on 'It's All About Amy' at www.amychildsofficial.co.uk

Up and Coming Clothing Brand ‘Nenna’ Sign With CAN Associates Ltd


nenna-main-newsNenna, the brand new British fashionable and fabulous clothing brand has signed an exclusive PR contract with CAN Associates Ltd.

The Nenna range, which when translated means ‘courageous’  has been designed by leading businesswoman and fashion guru, Victoria Zoutewelle. After seeing great success by bringing fashion brands, ‘Leg Avenue’ and ‘Queen of Evil’ to the UK, Victoria has embarked on designing Nenna - her very own clothing range. With hype already brewing for this fashion wear, Nenna is set to take the UK fashion market by storm.

Nenna specialize in printed / logo clothing wear – it is a glamorous, glitzy and unique brand which is unprecedented in the current market. Using soft and luxurious fabrics with attention to detail, Nenna is not just a clothing brand but a way of expressing your thoughts and emotions through the designs and messages on the garments. With over thirty designs available, Nenna’s prices start at £45.00.

Watch this space – Nenna Clothing will be launching in 2012.

Managing Director of CAN Associates Ltd Claire Powell said:

"CAN Associates Ltd have worked alongside Victoria for many years and we are really happy to be working on the Nenna Clothing Brand – her very first collection to hit the UK market. The CAN PR Team are thrilled to be launching what is going to be one of the most popular fashion brands of 2012."

CEO of Nenna, Victoria Zoutewelle said:

"After years of making a success of other clothing brands, I am so excited to be launching my very own range with the help of CAN Associates Ltd. I believe Nenna is the next big thing in the fashion world and fills a big niche in the current market.  I have been involved in the design and branding process from start to finish and I cannot wait for everyone to see it!"

Amy Childs Launches Her Own Beauty Salon In Essex - The Amy Childs' Salon

amy-salon-launched Beautician, Reality Star, TV Sweetheart and now Businesswoman, Amy Childs, is set to take the Beauty Industry by storm, launching her first Beauty Salon in her hometown of Brentwood, Essex on Thursday 24th November.

With stunning, bright rooms, the salon offers everything you would expect from a top quality salon including Crystal Clear Facials, Nail Treatments by OPI, CND, Nail Harmony and Bio Sculpture, Waxing, HD Brows, Vajazzles and of course Spray Tans from Amy’s own tanning range. In addition, the salon has a shop area where you can buy items from Amy’s clothing range, ‘Amy Childs’ Collection’, her tanning range, her fantastic diverse range of eyelashes, plus gorgeous gift boxes to indulge in for the festive season.

Fabulous Face & Body, the cosmetic clinic of the future, will also be providing non-surgical treatments such as Botox, Mesotherapy, Facial and Chemical Peels. For more information on Amy’s Salon please visit www.amychildsofficial.co.uk.

Peter Andre Launches His First NYCC Coffee Shop In West Sussex - www.newyorkcoffeeclub.co.uk

peter-andre-launchPeter Andre's first branch of NYCC is now open for business after a star studded launch last week.

The coffee shop, based in East Grinstead, West Sussex, is a family business run by Peter and his brother Danny and the pair have been instrumental in turning their dream into a reality. The idea was born after Peter sat in a New York coffee shop over a decade ago with his brothers and realised there was nothing similar on the UK high street.

Peter said:

"This has been over a year of planning but I am so excited that NYCC is now open, it is everything I dreamed of and more."

Peter now hopes to expand the brand and has plans to open up his second branch next year. For more information on Peter Andre please see www.peterandre.com. For more information on Peter's NYCC please see www.newyorkcoffeeshop.co.uk.

Celebrity Favourite ‘Jinkksy’ Jewellery Sign With CAN Associates Ltd

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Stunning, bespoke and individual jewellery perfectly sums up the Jinkksy Jewellery brand who have just joined the CAN Associates family as a PR client. A name to remember, the company is set to soar with 2012 being the year of the ‘Jinkksy’! Already having taken the celebrity world by storm, being loved and worn by the likes of Peter Andre, Amy Childs, Lisa Snowdon, Tinie Tempah and ‘The Only Way is Essex’ cast, Jinkksy are now setting their sights on being highly accessible to men and women all over the UK and Worldwide.  With necklaces, bracelets and earrings on offer, every item is individually made to order, offering a tailored personal service to meet your requirements to ensure that your Jinkksy is unique to you – everyone has the right to rock their own style and with Jinkksy you are sure to turn heads!

Debbie Georgiou, Jinkksy Founder explains:

"I am so excited to have signed with CAN Associates Limited to help me achieve my dreams with the Jinkksy brand. Everyone has seen my designs on celebrities and now the public will know where they can get their very own Jinkksy!"


Claire Powell, Director of CAN Associates Limited continues:

"Jinkksy is a great and unique brand that so many high profile individuals love already. Jinkksy is individual and you can immediately spot when someone is wearing their designs – myself and the team at CAN Associates are really excited about working with Jinkksy and taking them to the next level."

Leading Shoe Brand ‘Kandee Shoes’ Sign With CAN Associates Ltd

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 www.kandeeshoes.com

Kandee Shoes, the fabulous and extraordinary women’s shoe brand have signed an exclusive PR contract with CAN Associates Ltd. Kandee Shoes, who have already seen huge success in the USA and Europe have brought their beautiful shoe range to the UK and are set for big things in 2012. With celebrity fans including the likes of Kelly Rowland, Nikki Minaj and Amy Childs, Kandee is set to take the UK fashion market by storm. Kandee specialize in 6-inched heels for women – they are a colorful, glitzy and unique brand that set trends rather than follow them. Always pushing the boundaries, British owner and designer Josh Wayman has just launched his third shoe collection available online now. Watch this space – Kandee Shoes are ‘the’ shoe brand of 2012 and their Spring / Summer collection will be out soon!

Managing Director of CAN Associates Ltd Claire Powell said:

"Both myself and the PR team at CAN Associates Ltd are delighted to be working with Kandee Shoes and Josh Wayman. We are a company and office made up of girls so this really is the perfect brand for CAN! The shoes are entirely unique – with their individual designs and their fantastic quality, success is the only option for Kandee Shoes."

Owner and Designer of Kandee Shoes Josh Wayman said:

"We are delighted to be working with CAN Associates Ltd – we feel that Kandee fits extremely well with the unparalleled approach to PR that CAN Associates Ltd have successfully proven under the excellent leadership of Claire Powell. We are excited to be running a robust press office within the United Kingdom and look forward to what the future holds."

Amy Childs Launches Debut Clothing Range At Britain’s Next Top Model Show Excel Centre, London Friday 28th - Sunday 30th October

news-image-amy-childsAmy Childs unveils her exclusive clothing range, The Amy Childs’ Collection at Britain’s Next Top Model Show on the weekend of 28th, 29th and 30th October 2011 at London’s Excel Centre. Amy’s new and exclusive Autumn/Winter range is fun, girly, glam and affordable. With a collection of over 20 designs from day wear to party pieces, the Amy Childs’ Clothing Collection has something for everyone.  Amy will be showcasing her clothing collection daily on the main catwalk and it will be available to pre-order and purchase at the Amy Childs’ Stand. The collection will then be available at the Amy Childs’ Official Website Shop - www.amychildsofficial.co.uk

Amy is admired and recognized nationwide for her sense of style so naturally she is incredibly excited about her new clothing line as she explains:

I am so pleased with my new clothing range, the Amy Childs Collection - it has been a lifelong dream of mine. My passion has always been beauty and fashion so I have really enjoyed being involved in every aspect of the design process. I have made sure that there is something for everyone and I cannot wait to see people wearing the clothes from my collection.”

The UK Leader In Cosmetic Surgery - The Hospital Group – Sign With CAN Associates Ltd

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The Hospital Group, the UK Leader for Cosmetic Surgery has signed an exclusive PR contract with CAN Associates Ltd. The Hospital Group really are the best in the business and are the UK's only full service provider of Cosmetic Surgery procedures which include Weight Loss Surgery,  Cosmetic Dentistry,  Hair Loss Surgery,  Cosmetic Gynaecology,  Laser Treatments and Non Surgical Treatments. With over 20 Cosmetic Surgery Clinics both nationally and internationally The Hospital Group boasts the world's biggest specialist plastic surgery facility and are committed to providing very high standards and surgical excellence.

David Ross, Chief Executive of ‘The Hospital Group’ said:

"At The Hospital Group we are seeing an increased number of celebrity clientele coming to us for surgical procedures and non-surgical treatments. We have therefore recruited CAN Associates Ltd to help us manage these celebrity patients and share in their experience and professionalism."

For all details on The Hospital Group please see www.thehospitalgroup.org

Peter Andre Performs In The West End’s Ghost Musical

newsImage-peterAndre1On Wednesday 14th September 2011 Peter Andre performed the Ghost Musical in the Piccadilly Theatre as part of the BBC's Children in Need, ‘Pop Goes The Musical,’ which involves a series of pop star appearances in West End shows.

Peter sung Unchained Melody and performed the famous ‘pottery’ scene. It was a great show raising a lot of money for Children In Need.

Peter said:


"I was so impressed when I went to see Ghost The Musical, it was one of the best shows I've ever seen. So when I was approached by BBC Children In Need to get involved, I jumped at the chance and just hope that I did it justice! The cast were great and it was so much fun working with them and raising money for an amazing cause all at the same time."

Aldo Zilli’s Cooking Masterclasses In High Demand

aldi-zilli-newsAldo Zilli, celebrated TV chef offers cooking masterclasses for the British public. Spend the morning with Aldo at the fish market, cooking recipes from his latest book in addition to learning the tricks of the trade, great presentation tips and how to use seasonal produce. Book early as these classes are proving extremely popular!

Please see the following link for more details:

www.zillirestaurants.co.uk/master-classes

Amy Childs Comes A Fantastic Fourth In Channel 5’s Celebrity Big Brother

amy-newsOn Thursday 8th September Amy Childs came fourth in Celebrity Big Brother after a fabulous three weeks in the house showing the nation her fun-loving, innocent and very ‘Essex’ personality.

Joey Essex and Harry Derbidge Starring In Third Series Of The Only Way Is Essex

newsImage-OnlyWayIsEssex1ITV2 Sunday 25th September 2011

Joey Essex and Harry Derbidge are starring in the third series of The Only Way Is Essex which starts on ITV2 Sunday 25th September 2011.

Shirlie Kemp Launches New Design Blog Online

sherly-kemp-newsShirlie Kemp, interior designer and photographer has endless ideas for the stylish home and hopes to create designs for all members of the family who are looking for something different. Shirlie’s passion for interiors, design, vintage collections and photography are all showcased on this new fantastic online blog www.shirliekemp.blogspot.com