Royal Strawberry Fizz – Fusion’s Cocktail of the Month

Banish those Winter blues with a decadent twist on a champagne cocktail as once again, the Fusion team managed to do what they do best and accomplished the very difficult task of tasting some more cocktails to see what our favourite is for this month. 

We will be testing more cocktails at our Christmas Shopping evening, 39 Molesworth Street, Wadebridge, Cornwall, on 29th November – 5 till 8pm when we will be handing our customers delicious cocktails and canapés as well as giving them 20% of all purchases on the evening. If you like shopping and cocktails like us then come and visit too.    

Now here’s the recipe:

November: Royal Strawberry Fizz

1. Muddle 4/5 strawberries
2. Add 20ml vodka
3. Squeeze 1/2 lime
4. Fine strain into flute
5. Top with prosecco or champagne and garnish with strawberry

Such an easy and quick cocktail to create, making it perfect for pre party drinks with the girls, so why not give it a try!

Walk On The Wild Side This Winter!

Animal print has long been regarded as a trashy and tacky print – Bet Lynch’s fashion faux pas are primarily to blame!  But this Autumn/Winter 2013 things are changing and leopard print is returning in a fabulous way!

Leopard Print was featured heavily in London Fashion Week 2013 with sexy and sophisticated designs! Ensuring animal motifs are now statement pieces in most people’s wardrobes, Fusion’s Wardrobe www.fusionswardrobe.co.uk being one of them!

There are prints to suit everyone! From classic tiger and leopard prints to the recent introduction of pop art leopard prints. This is an innovative twist on the iconic motif as colours are being introduced with enthusiasm.

It is a great way to update and create some interest in a simple look! For example adding a statement motif to a monochrome piece you are creating a simple, smart, stylish outfit that is cutting edge and most importantly getting away from that garish out dated view of the print.

Accessories are the most simple way to add the print to your outfit! So, for example accessorise with some leopard print boots or bold scarf. But remember - Never over do it! Or keep it simple and keep warm with a single piece of bold leopard clothing, for example this stylish bold Saint Tropez leopard sweater available in Fusions wardrobe. http://www.fusionswardrobe.co.uk/shop/women/knitwear/STK2517_Saint-Tropez-Leopard-Sweater.aspx                           

How to wear it? What to wear with it? Is less more? How do I know? No need to worry all your questions can be answered here! For a little inspiration look below!

How Not To Wear It!                              How To Wear It!

            

Walk on the wild side this Autumn/Winter and add some glamour to your wardrobe!

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.