Anti-Model Casting! Tuesday 28th May

Womenswear label Antithesis seeking 2 fun & outgoing friends to be featured in our upcoming photoshoot & film. The photoshoot features swimwear so you must be confident in a bikini/swimsuit. Come have a good time with the team!
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Requirements
Size 8/10 and minimum height 5’7
PROFESSIONAL MODELS ONLY
At least shoulder length hair
No tattoos
Personality!
Sun/Fun seeking!
Inspiration for the shoot

Dates: June 4-5
Day 1 London-Whitstable
Day 2 Whitstable London

We will be covering all expenses (travel, accommodation & food), which will be organised for everybody as a group. We’ll be travelling in a camper van and sleeping in a B&B. Most of the team members are already friends or have previously worked together so we’re seeing this as a fun getaway from the city rather than a serious fashion shoot.

Here are the links to the photographer and film maker’s websites:
http://www.ugopetronin.com/
http://www.timtravershawkins.com/

We’ll be having a casting on Tuesday afternoon May 28th. If interested, please send link to website/portfolio to info@antithesis.co (.co is correct).
Looking forward to hear from you!
Team Antithesis

The Antithesis Collective, Part II

Beach lovers and pool loungers rejoice! As you may already know, every season we work in collaboration with a new designer to expand our collection range and develop a product we wouldn’t have the skills to do on our own. For our second edition of the Antithesis Collective, we are collaborating with Cristina Adami, owner and designer of her eponymous label, to create an exciting, multi-way swimsuit. Born and raised in Italy, Cristina moved to London to complete an MA at Central Saint Martins. She then worked in various areas of the fashion industry, including a 4-year stint at swimwear giant Arena and a commission to create Florence Welch‘s stage outfits, before setting up her own label. Founded in 2011, cristinadami creates limited edition collections of handmade garments, crafted using vintage fabrics, end-of-line lengths, and sequins & beads from around the globe.

Cristina comments: ‘It was a pleasure working with Antithesis for the level of creativity and attention to details given to every garments. I first came across Antithesis on social networks and was impressed by the ethos behind the label. I equally promote slow fashion and individuality with a versatile yet unique approach to fashion. As I have first started my career in swimwear and have a personal love for beach side holidays, working with Antithesis felt like the perfect collaboration and was great fun!’ Results coming very, very soon!

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Intern-al Affairs 4: Ashleigh

Time to say good-bye to our latest intern Ashleigh Altham. Coming directly from Australia, Ashleigh completed a 3-month placement with us. From photoshoots to garment production, social media updates to press releases, she gave us a precious helping hand in the last months leading up to our second collection launch. Starting her studies in Criminology and Criminal Justice, she changed field and graduated with a degree in Fashion Marketing and Merchandising from the Australian Institute of Creative Design in Brisbane. She then gained styling experience in retail for an Australian designer as well as for fashion shows and shoots before coming over to London.

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Why did you want to work for Antithesis?

Antithesis was first introduced to me through an internship company that was helping me find an internship that was suited to my career wants and needs. After years of experience working in the retail industry back home, I was really inspired by the work that Antithesis do and what they stand for. It was really refreshing to work with a label that wants to connect with their customers and not only focus on what’s trending that season but how their clothes can be multi-functional but stylish at the same time. I also love that it is really important that everything is manufactured in the UK.

What have you learned during your internship?

I’ve learnt a lot throughout my internship, it’s been a really well rounded experience for me. I always had a range of tasks so it was never boring. There’s nothing worse than doing the same thing day and in and day out. It was also really great to learn more about sustainable fashion as it was never something I had a lot of knowledge about.

What have you most enjoyed doing in your time at Antithesis?

I really enjoyed working with both Renée and Zahra; it meant I always had something new and exciting to do. It could range anywhere from working in production and meeting with manufacturers and pattern cutters, to social media management and blogging.

What do you think this internship has brought you?

Above all else my internship has taught me a lot of myself and life and given me more knowledge and confidence to building a successful career.

 What are your ambitions for the future?

I’m still trying to find an answer to that question myself but I’m really excited to get back home and find out!

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Manufacturing Files 2: Pattern Pending

Here is the second article of a series dedicated to the wonderful production team who makes Antithesis’ clothing. Today we would like to introduce you to Olga and Dymphna, the founders of Pattern Pending.

Founded in January 2013, Pattern Pending is brand new self-funded pattern cutting service company located within the hub of Stock Newington. Between them, Olga D’Arcy and Dymphna Harrison have over twenty years experience and they are already working alongside a good range of designers and other start-up businesses. They specialise in pattern cutting and  sample-making but they occasionally take on small production runs.

The duo met when studying their Masters in Pattern Design and Garment Technology last year at the London College of Fashion. Setting up a pattern cutting business was not part of either of their plans but they fancied working for themselves and the freedom that comes along with being self-employed. Et voilà – Pattern Pending was born! But don’t be mistaken: starting and self-funding a business is a challenge for everybody.

When asked if things ever get too busy or overwhelming, they laughed and responded “sometimes we wish we had tens hands and feel as though we need assistants, but more so in our personal lives.” Luckily they will shortly have an intern starting a placement with them, which they are very excited about!

To keep up to date with Pattern Pending’s latest news, visit their Facebook page.

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Globe-Strutter…In The Making

Here at the ANTITHESIS studio we’ve had an immensely busy but exciting schedule of late. We’ve been working hard to bring you our second collection in time for your holidays and wanted to share a glimpse into what’s behind the scenes during this process.

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Ready to shoot!

We’ve notched up, one editorial shoot, one product shoot, one film, preparing stock for production, pick ups, drop offs and so forth…check…check…checking off our lists all the way to work madness – all in just five short days!

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But we’re not we’re complaining. It’s all so exciting! Working in collaboration with such talented creatives, seeing the new collection in all its glory and then seeing the final vision for the collection come together in beautiful images is always a reminder of our mission to bring something really different to the UK fashion industry.

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Our fabulous backstage team and model from our product shoot!

Fashion can be about many things: the clothing, the message, or the mood and emotion. Last collection you saw us take a business trip with our Carry On Closet. Launching the 10-piece capsule collection allowed us to explore the hectic lifestyle demands of cosmopolitan commuting professionals. Now summer is about to burst through the doors like a welcomed old friend, and we have your holiday attire sorted.

Our fabulous filmmaker Alisa Kutsok particularly loved our two-piece playsuit; she commented, “it was my favorite piece. I loved the color and the confidence it gave the model when wearing it, it’s a really fun and flirty two-piece”.

When considering the styling for our shoots our stylist Stella Gosteva commented that “I kept in mind certain influences of current trends, but at the same time, I was focused on the unique points that represent ANTITHESIS as a brand.” ANTITHESIS’ second collection ensures that you don’t have to worry about the weight of your suitcase. Moreover you’ll always have space for that extra pair of shoes! But most importantly you’ll never be caught wearing the same outfit twice in your vacation photos.

Our model Alexandra loved the versatility of the new collection she said “the flexibility of looks is reason the clothes really appeal to me, it’s the reason I would personally wear them…I love how light and easy to pack all the pieces are”, a sentiment echoed by our photographer Sylwana who wished we had the time to “shoot all outfits in all variations, but in a way I also like that what we have not captured today leaves some creativity to the wearer”.

Here is a behind the scene teaser of Alexandra and Kirsty-Anne rocking our two-piece playsuit.

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A variation of our two-piece playsuit.

As spring approaches (then backs away) then peeps round the corner, then winks from the end of the road! We will be showing you more of the collection. So stay tuned for more updates, via twitter and facebook! We can’t wait to get our hands on the final photos and video! The collection will be available to purchase from April 2013.

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Intern-al Affairs 3: Marcia

Good things come and go, such as our wonderful interns. Marcia Asante has been helping us in the studio for a little over two months. Sourcing textile digital printers, visiting trim suppliers, sketching new attachments ideas, filling in cost sheets; in terms of design assistance, she has pretty much done it all! Born and raised in London, she first started her studies with a Foundation degree in Art and Design before going on a Fashion Design course at the University of Hertfordshire. She now works in retail as a key holder and is looking at gaining experience as a pattern cutter.

Marcia at work!

Marcia at work!

Why did you want to work for Antithesis?

I came across some of the brands pieces on one of their model’s social network page and loved the designs. Doing more research into the company, I discovered what they stood for and the multi-functional clothing amazed me.

What have you learned during your internship?

I have learnt a lot during this internship, the most important being pattern cutting on a professional level. I studied pattern cutting during my degree but not on this level so I have to thank you guys for that.

What have you most enjoyed doing in your time at Antithesis?

What I enjoyed most was working with Renée.  She was amazing to work with and taught me so much. I also enjoyed the trips that to various fabric and trimming stores, it opened my eyes to the large amount of creative stores in London .

 What do you think this internship has brought you?

I feel that this internship has brought me a world of experience. It was an all-rounder and I gained experience in everything; from design research, pattern cutting to general admin. There was always thing new to do when I came in to work which made it a  experience.

 What are your ambitions for the future?

My ambition for the future is to continue to gain more work experience and to do a pattern cutting course to brush up on my skills. Hope to later on be a senior pattern cutter and then go on to start my own fashion label .

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2013 Private Viewing of Growing Ideas

Growing Ideas is an exhibition currently running at London College of Fashion’s High Holborn gallery Space. In this, its first incantation the exhibition celebrates the work SEED Fund Award winners.

The SEED Fund Awards grants and business support for UAL students and graduates developing innovative and sustainable business ideas, as SEED Fund Winners ANTITHESIS were invited to a private showing of Growing Ideas at the UAL showroom.

We’ve been so glad to be a part of the first year of SEED Funding and the sheer scope and scale of Talent makes us as UAL alumni truly proud.

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One dress many looks. The only dress you’ll ever need.

There was a mixture of fashion and product design, through to surface textiles and culinary manipulations; our favorite exhibit was waiting for the phone to ring with an invite to an experimental imaginary club night! They may have misplaced our number but we’re still waiting!

We have been and still are crushing on Jennifer Morris and her designs. Not only did her designs have us sighing and blushing with desire, we love her use of the color throughout the collection.

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 ’The Sweet Glass Factory‘ had us licking our lips throughout the night with their cocktails in edible cocktail glassware made out of sugar.

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We also couldn’t peel ourselves away from this beautiful photo from Gemma Land’s latest collection.

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You can see all this and more at the UAL showroom until the 5th April 2013. 272 High Holburn London WC1V 7EY. To view the full list of exhibitors, follow this link.

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Eco – Lover

It’s that time of year again and love is in the air. Help spread cupids message and treat your loved one to a Valentine’s gift. In keeping with our love for all things eco and sustainable, a last minute eco friendly Valentine’s Day gift guide – our gift to you.

Come February you can almost sense the inundation of saucy, sexy and provocative Valentine’s Day campaigns coming from afar – making it hard not to associate Valentine’s Day with flowers, chocolate, lingerie and all things red and pink. Most of us girls know that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner with only three days to go, and the tension to find the perfect Valentine’s gift is mounting! So here at Antithesis, we are celebrating all things eco and sustainable for your special loved one.

To help celebrate your V-Day, we’ve put together a list and found five great last minute gift ideas for your man to show you really care – for him, and the planet.

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  1. Want your man to be on time? Try WeWood Watches – They design watches from mainly scrap-wood and using state-of-the-art Miyota movements, resulting in making a healthy, handsome and also splash proof watch. WeWood has teamed up with American Forest and plants a tree for every watch sold.
  2. A conscious box for the best green, ethical, and sustainable products right at your doorstep every month. They have searched the planet to deliver the best products for your Valentine’s Day.
  3. If your man’s a chocolate lover try the ethical superstore for some of the best ethical chocolate brands
  4. For a classy pull over check Braintree for all wardrobe favorites that your man won’t resist
  5. Or why not book a trip for two to Tom’s Eco Lodge and have something to look forward to together.
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Grids & Curves

This season we’re proud to be continuing our partnership with Alcantara to embellish our collection. Based in Italy, Alcantara is a high-end textile manufacturer producing unique and innovative materials. Offering a combination of sensory, aesthetic and functional values, their materials are made in complete respect for the environment whilst respecting ethical and social standards. For our second collection, we chose bright colours and contrasting geometrical and organic textures. Now playtime!
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World Travel Dreaming

Today we’d like to introduce you to Sophia Stupperich, the graphic designer behind our fabulous textile print. As most of you Antithesis fans will be aware, travel is an important theme throughout our collections. So when we stumbled upon her dreamy atlas prints, we immediately fell for them.

Originally from Germany, Sophia studied Communication Design and worked for a handful of publishing companies and design agencies in Vancouver and Berlin before coming over to London to undertake an MA in Graphic Design at the London College of Communication. ‘Moving On’, her series of map cut-out prints was actually part of her final project. ‘Although the concept of travelling has been one of the first dreams of mankind, it has rarely been the focus of investigations itself. Inspired by the Herman Melville quote, “It is not down in any map, true places never are,” the project examines travelling being an ongoing path without a destination’, she explains.

Check out her website for more examples of her work.

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