Brick Lane is launching EDUN

I am very excited to announce that this season Brick Lane will be launcing with the Men's collection of EDUN.

For those of you unfamiliar with the line EDUN is a socially conscious clothing company created by Ali Hewson and Bono with New York clothing designer Rogan Gregory. Two years in the planning before its launch in spring 2005, the company aims to bring the issue of sustainable employment to the world of catwalks and high fashion. This is conscious consumerism, with a radical and crucially stylish twist.

Using Organic materials is another plus in the EDUN fashion line - and one of the things that interested me in bringing the line into Brick Lane.

Here is a little clip in People magazine about their organic denim.

So come into the store - or check the online shop soon as EDUN is due into Brick Lane within the next few weeks!

Cheers luvs

X's

Amanda

Billy Bag in the press and helping us stay green!

Billy Bag

I discovered the line many many years ago when they were a new brand while on a shopping trip in London. My best friend and her husband moved to Notting Hill for a year and I used it as an excuse to visit my favorite city and do some retail therapy - this was back when the dollar was in better shape vs. the pound as well as being prior to Brick Lane's conception - however I must say the seeds for the idea were planted at the time! So, I found the cutest sun hat that I still wear today by this line I had never heard of called Billy Bag. Cut to 3 years later and when the idea of Brick Lane was born - so of course they were the very fist company I contacted. 3 years and going on 6 seasons later Billy Bag is still a line I happily and proudly stock. Their bags and accessories are high quality, fashionable, fun and most importantly affordable! Everything from passport covers to FABULOUS purses with the extra touches of included dust bags and makeup mirrors. I love watching people discover them for the first time in my shop! Now this brand that is not as well known outside of London is finally starting to get the notice and press they so greatly deserve! See some examples of the press they have received this year.

They just informed me we will be getting our Spring Summer shipment in the next few weeks so keep checking Bricklaneuk.com. One particular item I most excited about is the zip-away shopper bag. A small leather pouch to slip in your purse so when you are at the farmers market or drugstore or grocery to pick up a few essential items....you unzip and have a fabulous cotton carrying tote so you can say no to plastic bags! YEA! Finally...a fashionable way to do our little part to be green and not have more bags to throw away! Billy Bag is a brand to watch!

Oh yeah - I can't remember the exact details of my order - but I DO remember this electric Blue bag! Guess what is on it's way to Brick Lane??

Cheers Luvs,

X's

Amanda

ABBOT KINNEY FESTIVAL SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 30TH!!!

It's that time of year again. This Sunday September 30th is the Annual Abbot Kinney Festival. The street closes off to traffic from 10Am to 6PM. Come down and cruise the street see all we have to offer.

Local Artists and Artisans

Food and Beverage courts

Jewelry, clothing and craft vendors from all over LA and then of course......

THE BRICK LANE ANNUAL ONCE A YEAR BLOW OUT SALE!!!!

The lowest prices on the Best clothes from Britain!

Slashed prices on past seasons ISSA, Orla Kiley, Oliver Spencer, Pringle, Fred Perry, Buckler and much more.....

$10 T- Shirts!!!

Prices Cheaper than Chips!

So come check out the festival - enjoy what is sure to be a beautiful day and visit us at Brick Lane for the crazy Sale!

Cheers!

Note: This year the Abbot Kinney festival is going GREEN! Check out the site for more information: Abbot Kinney Festival 2007