Lemon Butter Biscuit - Fusion’s Cocktail of the Month

The Fusion Team are all great lovers of cocktails. We have made the tough decision to try a different cocktail every month.

Octobers: Lemon Butter Biscuit

1. 40ml Sailor Jerry's spiced rum
2. 125ml Healey's Cornish pressed apple juice (or any quality cloudy apple juice)
3. Generous dollop of lemon curd!
4. Add all ingredients to shaker, shake then pour in an ice filled glass and
garnish with cherries

So why not whip one of these up while you are getting ready for your big night out!

Fusion are Finalists in Draper’s Young Fashion Category

The team are cracking out the bubbles as Fusion is shortlisted for the prestigious industry award.  Congratulations also to our competitors listed below who are all representing the fashion independents across the country and deserve recognition for the passion and hard work that it takes to run an independent store in the current economic climate. 

Ann’s Cottage Surf Shops, Cornwall
Banana Connection, Waltham Cross
Boudoir Boutique, Liverpool
Chocolate Clothing, Derry
Concept, Aberdeen
Diffusion, Wolverhampton
Fox+Feather, Bristol
Fusion, Cornwall
OD's, St Helens
Sisters Boutique, Falkirk

The big night is on the 7th November – so watch this space to see who goes back to their town with a Draper’s gong!!!

Inspirational Independents 2012

Fusion has made it into the UK's Top 100 Inspiring Indies 2012. The UK's Fashion experts have reviewed all the independent shops in the UK and Fusion is proud to have come in at No 58 against very stiff competition. Well done to all those who made it on to the list and let's keep flying the flag for individuality, quality service and commitment to fashion.

The Cold Snap Finally Arrives!!

Today was the first day that I had to wait for the car windscreen to defrost before going to work. It seems we have not experienced the cold yet this winter and this was highlighted by the fact that on arrival to work the first two internet orders were for men's wool winter coats - the Diesel Wanty jackets http://www.fusionswardrobe.co.uk/shop/men/jackets-and-coats/DIEWANTY_DIESEL-Wanty-Jacket.aspx reduced from £225 to a spectacular £157.50 and the Gstar Grand Fleet Peacoat (ring our store 01208 815232 for more details) reduced from £255 to a mind blowing £127.50. Two men in the UK will be looking great and feeling smug about their bargains. Lucky boys!!

Out With Old In With The New

New Year New You. I have already broken my New Year's Resolution (Why is it so hard to take off your make up when you have been on a good night out!!) However, now is the time to bag your bargain from Fusion's Wardrobe as we are selling the autumn/winter stock at up to half price on many items to make room for the new Spring collection which will be arriving daily. The most unavoidable trend to look forward to in the new collections is the continued rise of the chino in a variety of shades for men and women teamed with a denim or casual shirt and blazer. Other colours to look out for are cornflower blue and burgundy as well as the pastel shades of mint, peach and lemon. Men's shorts are getting shorter and come in a variety of shades too - look out for the new arrivals from Franklin and Marshall.

Classic Country Vs Quirky Quintessential

Think British Countryside and you will be on trend for this season.
Tartan, Dog Tooth and Check prints mixed classically with contrasting textures like Cord and Quilting for that Quintessential finish. Detailing is a key factor for this trend with tailoring taking full effect, toggles, patches and pockets add practical and interesting touches.
For a more quirky country style try adding a splash of colour to the look, layering a rainbow knit Cardigan with a quilted jacket is bang on trend, for combining the two looks try our 'Hodgy' Cardigan http://www.fusionswardrobe.co.uk/shop/men/knitwear/LUM140619_LUKE-Hodgy-Knitted-Cardigan.aspx by Luke Roper and Squeeler Jacket http://www.fusionswardrobe.co.uk/shop/men/jackets-and-coats/GGSQUEELER_Gio-Goi-SQUEELER-Jacket.aspx by Gio-Goi.

Striking Florals

Update your wardrobe with this seasons striking florals. To achieve this look with catwalk style the floor length maxi dress has made its way into the winter collection. A deep colour palette of plum, aubergine, brown and black will complete the transition for the maxi that was once condsidered a summer look. Vero Moda have nailed this look with a tiered floor length, floral maxi at £45.00. http://www.fusionswardrobe.co.uk/shop/women/dresses/VM10062767_Vero-Moda-Bisla-Maxi-Dress.aspx