Swingtag Snippets - The Day Two Issue

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Colonial First State Global Asset Management (CFSGAM) is thrilled to continue its support of LMFF, with the presentation of the LMFF Designer Forum.  A key feature of this year’s program, the Australian fashion industry will be informed and inspired by global experts including globally acclaimed New York based designer Michael Angel, international journalist, media expert and trend forecaster Tony Glenville and inspirational blogger, creative director and journalist Linlee Allen. We are thrilled to announce that international fashion identity Gabrielle Hackworthy, who has spearheaded the success of many fashion titles as Fashion Director, will fly into Melbourne to host the event. 

The must have accessory at this year’s L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival is a stylish Chambord cocktail, from Official Product Partner Chambord, the delicious black raspberry liqueur. Chambord will be serving a specially created cocktail at the opening night while the Festival Bar will be serving a selection of delectable Chambord cocktails throughout the week.

To throw your own fashionable party, try the delicious and stylish Chambord No. 5 cocktail.
Chambord No. 5
Ingredients
30ml Chambord
30ml Finlandia Cranberry Vodka
60ml Cranberry juice
15ml Fresh lime juice
15ml Sugar syrup
Pulp of 1 passionfruit
Glass Ware
Tumbler
Garnish
Mint leaf
Method
Shake on ice and strain into an ice filled tumbler
Chambord No. 5 is a delicious cocktail with a zesty blend of Chambord, Vodka, cranberry juice, fresh lime and passion fruit.
Always stay in style, drink responsibly.

LMFF is back this March to once again attract crowds to the glamour of the Festival at Central Pier, Docklands. Alumbra and Paradise Club (Mykonos) are teaming up with LMFF to bring to you The Sound Of Fashion: 2010 Wrap Party at L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival –Alumbra (Central Pier, Docklands).

When: Saturday March 20
Featuring: John Course, TV Rock, Franky D, James Belias, Simon Digby and Apap.
Doors open: 9pm (Complimentary canapés and one cocktail per person before 11pm)
Tickets: $40.00 (available from Ticketmaster and Alumbra)
Alumbra – Shed 9, Central Pier, 161 Harbour Esplanade Docklands, 3008. Ph. 8623 9666
Tickets –  www.ticketmaster.com.au

For those who are curious about our inflatable catwalk at the Sidewalk shows, the experts behind the phenomenon is Inflate Australasia, an award winning design and manufacturing company dedicated to creating strikingly bold inflatable structures, for indoor and outdoor events around the world. Their work can transform space and light to create stunning environments that provide endless creative opportunities. Amazingly, Inflate provide a bespoke service out of their London Studio along with a range of standard structures for sale and hire in Australia and around the world. For more information contact Jeremy on Jeremy@inflate.com.au or 03 9428 5032

A message for our of our industry advocates! LMFF partners Deloitte are warning that retailers need to get savvy at forecasting and managing cash.

Even though Australia has weathered the economic downturn better than most other developed countries, the economic climate is still tough and retailers need to be prepared to carefully manage their cash flow if they are to successfully manage out of volatile times. One of the most common reasons for business constriction, or even failure, is insufficient cash flow. It is critical that in the current environment retailers put into practice good cash flow management. Now more than ever, cash is king. Visibility into actual and future expected cash flows is essential for management to be able to plan and manage business’ funding requirements. Many of Deloitte’s clients use 3D, a new excel based cash flow tool that helps manage the challenges of operating in a tough economic environment.

With fully integrated and interdependent cashflow, balance sheet and income statement forecasts, 3D allows the user to conduct vigorous analysis including scenario testing, calculating potential outcomes based on a range of different assumptions as well as critical ratio and bank covenant analysis. Visit our website to see how Deloitte Private can help your business, or call us. www.deloitte.com.au T (03) 9671 7086