{"id":13466,"date":"2017-02-23T16:10:00","date_gmt":"2017-02-23T15:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=13466"},"modified":"2017-02-28T18:59:01","modified_gmt":"2017-02-28T17:59:01","slug":"fabulous-fashion-teas-return-to-the-merchant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2017\/02\/fabulous-fashion-teas-return-to-the-merchant\/","title":{"rendered":"FABULOUS FASHION TEAS RETURN TO THE MERCHANT"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>The Merchant Hotel\u2019s Fabulous Fashion Teas are set to return for the eleventh year this March, serving up the hottest Spring\/Summer trends for 2017.<\/h1>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-13467 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/PicMonkey-Collage-8-300x235.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"235\" \/>On Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th March, guests will be treated to two days of style with shows presenting this season\u2019s must-have looks from local designers and leading designer boutiques.<\/p>\n<p>Models from Style Academy will showcase the hottest Spring\/Summer trends from designer shoe and accessories boutique Harper; women\u2019s wear boutique Walk in Wardrobe in Banbridge; David Yurman at Lunn\u2019s the Jewellers and The Rosh Collection from the Lisburn Road, accessorised by APD Jewellery.\u00a0 Hair will be styled by Andrew Mulvenna and make-up provided by Lanc\u00f4me.<\/p>\n<p>The Fashion Teas have become an iconic event in Belfast\u2019s fashion calendar.\u00a0 Guests can enjoy a fashion show curated by carefully chosen local designers whilst enjoying The Merchant\u2019s famous afternoon tea accompanied with a glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne.<\/p>\n<p>Guests are also welcome to shop the collection hot off the catwalk at the pop-up boutiques in the hotel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Harper<\/strong> at The Merchant will kick off the two-day fashion extravaganza with a 12-noon catwalk show. Harper is exclusive NI stockists of some of the world\u2019s most sought after brands, including Christian Louboutin and MIU MIU.\u00a0 With a mixture of classic shapes, colours and fashion-forward styles, this fashion show will help you to step into the new season with the perfect new pair.<\/p>\n<p>Exclusive Banbridge-based ladies wear boutique, <strong>The Walk in Wardrobe,<\/strong> will return to the catwalk at 2.30pm on Saturday 18<sup>th<\/sup> March.\u00a0 Specialising in bespoke brands, this vibrant collection will be packed with stunning occasion wear, hats and accessories sourced from Italy, Spain, Croatia and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Rosh Collection<\/strong> from the Lisburn Road, accessorised by <strong>APD Jewellery<\/strong>, will be taking centre stage in a collaborative show at 5pm on Saturday 18<sup>th<\/sup> March.\u00a0 Making a debut appearance at this year\u2019s event, The Rosh Collection offers a range of exclusive and designer labels from across the globe; boasting eye-catching pieces for any occasion. \u00a0The Rosh Collection will be joined this year by APD Jewellery, brainchild of The Merchant\u2019s Marketing Director, Petra Wolsey. \u00a0The epitome of statement jewellery, APD Jewellery expertly juxtaposes industrial-style materials with semi-precious stones, richly coloured leathers, lace and upcycled vintage jewellery.<\/p>\n<p>On Sunday 19<sup>th<\/sup> March, the Fashion Teas will be rounded off with the return of the stunning <strong>David Yurman<\/strong> Jewellery range from <strong>Lunn\u2019s the Jewellers<\/strong> at 1pm. \u00a0David Yurman\u2019s master craftspeople use the finest precious metals, rare gemstones and innovative materials to make jewellery of enduring quality and beauty.\u00a0 The jewellery is exclusively available at its UK and Ireland stockist, Lunn\u2019s the Jewellers in Queen\u2019s Arcade.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Tickets to the Fashion Teas cost \u00a335 per person, which includes a Fashion Show of your choice, champagne afternoon tea and a goody bag.\u00a0 Tickets can be purchased by visiting <a href=\"http:\/\/www.themerchanthotel.com\">www.themerchanthotel.com<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Merchant Hotel\u2019s Fabulous Fashion Teas are set to return for the eleventh year this March, serving up the hottest Spring\/Summer trends for 2017. 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