House of Fraser Blog

Temptation on Every Level

Food

YUM! DELICIOUS EASTER RECIPES

05 Apr 2012 POST BY HoF_Holly

Easter Sunday is approaching, and what better way to celebrate than with a spot of baking. Simply follow our recipes to create some delicious Easter goodies for all the family… SIMNEL CAKE A deliciously fruity cake with a sweet marzipan …

Flippin’ Eck – Pancake Day Made Easy

14 Feb 2012 POST BY HoF_Holly

Pans at the ready people… Pancake Day will be upon us shortly. Whether you prefer yours with a little sugar and lemon or would rather try something different, here are a few helpful tips to get you started. The Perfect …

Mary Portas: A Collection for Women by Women

18 Aug 2011 POST BY Lauren

At 9.30 am this morning, House of Fraser flung open its doors to welcome grown up, style conscious women to Mary Portas’ very own shop within a shop. We couldn’t wait to get down there to find out all about …

Deliciously All-American

16 Jun 2011 POST BY HoF_Holly

I have always had a soft spot for the grand U S of A; beautiful beaches, superb shopping and the warmest hospitality that I’ve ever experienced… however, it’s the memories of the delectable food and pleasing portions that will always make …

Joanne young on Molton Brown Competition: Win a Women’s Traveller set.
Justyna on Molton Brown Competition: Win a Women’s Traveller set.
Hazel on Molton Brown Competition: Win a Women’s Traveller set.
Pamela Griffiths on Molton Brown Competition: Win a Women’s Traveller set.
Nicola Bostock on Molton Brown Competition: Win a Women’s Traveller set.

Archives

House of Fraser

New York Fashion Week - Countdown - September 8 – 15.London Fashion Week - Countdown - September 16 – 21.Milan Fashion Week - Countdown - September 21 – 27.

999999999

Karl Lagerfeld owns over 100 iPods, and a custom Louis Vuitton case to carry them in.The Karl Lagerfeld, K Karl Lagerfeld and Lagerfeld labels are all owned by Tommy Hilfiger.In 1993, Lagerfeld hired strippers and adult film stars to model his b&w collection for Fendi.Karl Lagerfeld was 'pied' by animal rights campaigners in 2001 for using real fur in his collections.Karl Lagerfeld has been Creative Director of Chanel since 1983.Coco Chanel made the tan look popular after returning from a cruise to Cannes with sunburn.The shape of the Chanel No.5 bottle was modelled on the Place Vendome in Paris.Coco Chanel loved to have Chanel No. 5 sprayed throughout her home.Coco Chanel got her nickname after performing a song in a musical called 'Qui qu'a vu Coco'.Coco Chanel loved pockets and they were the main focus in many of her collections.Chanel started her career by designing hats which later became a hit with aristocratic Parisians.Before becoming a fashion designer, Coco Chanel used to work in a hosiery shop.The Little black dress was designed by Coco Channel in 1920s.Coco Chanel lived in the Hotel Ritz in Paris for more than 30 years.Yves Saint Laurent was named chief stylist for Dior in 1957.Yves Saint Laurent did 20 days compulsory military service before being discharged due to stress.Christian Dior launched his first Christian Dior 'couturier' collection at the age of 42.Calvin Klein was born in the Bronx, New York.Calvin Klein was the first designer to make women's underwear resembling men's jockey shorts.Klein's advertising caused a stir in the 90's when he used teenage models in suggestive poses.Mark Wahlberg and Brooke Shields gained stardom after modeling Klein's men's underwear and jeans.Calvin Klein and childhood friend Barry Schwartz created a coat business in 1968.At 25, Vivienne Westwood was a married primary school teacher living in Willesden.Malcolm McLaren is credited for turning Vivienne Westwood into the designer we know today.Alexander McQueen started making dresses for his three sisters as a child. At 16, Alexander McQueen trained as an apprentice at Savile Row tailors Anderson & Sheppard.Alexander McQueen became head designer at Givenchy in 1996.Lady Gaga wore several pairs of 10 inch Alexander McQueen stilettos in her video for 'Bad Romance'.

House of Fraser dresses and fashion experts blog

Add to your site